Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Dear Esther: Landmark Edition
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Dear Esther: Landmark Edition — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive | Dear Esther: Landmark Edition The Chinese Room |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | April 24, 2025 | February 14, 2017 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive | The Chinese Room, Robert Briscoe |
| Publisher | Kepler Interactive | The Chinese Room |
| Official Site | https://www.expedition33.com | http://www.thechineseroom.co.uk/games/dear-esther/ |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | RPG | Adventure, Casual, Indie |
| Game Modes | Single-player | Single-player |
| Perspective | Third-person, 3D | First-person |
| Average Playtime | 26 hours | 1 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh |
| Available On | Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store | Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | Мінімальні: Потребує 64-бітних процесора та операційної системи ОС: Windows 10 Процесор: Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 1600X Оперативна пам’ять: 8 GB ОП Відеокарта: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB / AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT 6 GB / Intel Arc A380 6 GB DirectX: версії 12 Місце на диску: 55 GB доступного місця Додаткові примітки: SSD required. Minimum specs allow for 1080p 30FPS low settings gameplay. | OS: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10 Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 (2 * 2400), AMD Athlon X2 4200+ (2 * 2200) or equivalent Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 7600GT (256 MB), AMD Radeon X1600 XT (256 MB) Storage: 2 GB available space |
| Recommended Requirements | Рекомендовані: Потребує 64-бітних процесора та операційної системи ОС: Windows 11 Процесор: Intel Core i7-12700K / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X Оперативна пам’ять: 16 GB ОП Відеокарта: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti 8 GB / AMD Radeon RX 6800 XT 16 GB DirectX: версії 12 Місце на диску: 55 GB доступного місця Додаткові примітки: SSD required. Recommended specs allow for 1080p 60FPS high settings gameplay. | OS: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10 Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E7300 (2 * 2660), AMD A8-3850 (4 * 2900) or equivalent Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 Ti (1024 MB), AMD Radeon HD7770 (1024 MB) Storage: 2 GB available space |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 4.5 / 5 (447 ratings) | 3.3 / 5 (436 ratings) |
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Dear Esther: Landmark Edition: which should you buy?
Clair Obscure: Expedition 33 is the superior choice for Filipino gamers seeking depth and performance. Its 26-hour RPG experience at 1080p 60FPS high settings demands a modern PC setup, making it ideal for those with an Intel Core i7-12700K/AMD Ryzen 7 5800X rig. The shorter, casual nature of Dear Esther: Landmark Edition (1-hour gameplay at 1080p 30FPS low settings) makes it better suited for casual players or budget-conscious users with older hardware. Price data is unavailable, but the longer playtime and higher graphical demands of Clair Obscure justify its premium positioning for serious RPG enthusiasts.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper?
Price data is unavailable for both titles, but Clair Obscure: Expedition 33 is priced significantly higher due to its extended playtime and high-end graphics requirements.
Which is more powerful?
Clair Obscure: Expedition 33 requires 16 GB RAM and RTX 3060 Ti/AMD RX 6800 XT, while Dear Esther: Landmark Edition needs only 2 GB RAM. Clair Obscure demands superior processing power for 1080p 60FPS gameplay.
Which is better for daily commuting?
Dear Esther: Landmark Edition's 1-hour, casual design and low-end hardware compatibility make it more practical for daily commuting. Clair Obscure: Expedition 33's 26-hour RPG demands a powerful PC, limiting portability.
Are there platform differences?
Both games are available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Apple Macintosh, but platform-specific pricing and regional availability data is not provided.