Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs F1 RACE STARS
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs F1 RACE STARS — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive | F1 RACE STARS Codemasters |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | April 24, 2025 | November 13, 2012 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive | Codemasters |
| Publisher | Kepler Interactive | Codemasters |
| Official Site | https://www.expedition33.com | http://www.f1racestars.com/ |
| Age Rating | — | Everyone 10+ |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | RPG | Sports, Racing, Arcade, Family |
| Game Modes | Single-player | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Local Co-op, Split-screen |
| Perspective | Third-person, 3D | — |
| Average Playtime | 26 hours | 1 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, iOS |
| Available On | Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store | PlayStation Store, Steam, Xbox 360 Store, App 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 Vista or Windows 7 Processor:Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4GHz or AMD Athlon X2 5400+ Memory:2 GB RAM Graphics:AMD HD2600 or NVIDIA Geforce 8600 Hard Drive:5 GB HD space space DirectX®: 11 Sound: DirectX® compatible sound card Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection Additional:Supported Graphics Cards: AMD Radeon HD2600 or higher, HD3650 or higher, HD4550 or higher, HD5000 Series, HD6000 Series, HD7000 Series. nVidia GeForce 8600 or higher, 9500 or higher, GTX220 or higher, GTX400 Series, GTX500 Series, GTX600 Series. Intel HD Graphics 3000 or higher, AMD Fusion A8 or higher. Note: Not compatible with all integrated sound/graphics solutions (inc. Laptops). |
| 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 Vista or Windows 7 64 bit Processor:Intel Core i7/AMD Bulldozer Memory:4 GB RAM Graphics:AMD HD6000 Series/Nvidia GTX500 Series Hard Drive:5 GB HD space DirectX®: 11 Sound: DirectX® compatible sound card Other Requirements:Broadband Internet connection Additional:AMD Radeon HD2600 or higher, HD3650 or higher, HD4550 or higher, HD5000 Series, HD6000 Series, HD7000 Series. nVidia GeForce 8600 or higher, 9500 or higher, GTX220 or higher, GTX400 Series, GTX500 Series, GTX600 Series. Intel HD Graphics 3000 or higher, AMD Fusion A8 or higher. |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 4.5 / 5 (447 ratings) | 2.9 / 5 (64 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 62 / 100 |
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs F1 RACE STARS: which should you buy?
For Filipino buyers, the choice between Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and F1 RACE STARS depends heavily on your preferred genre and hardware. Clair Obscur is a modern, story-driven RPG (26-hour playtime) with excellent community ratings (4.5/5). It requires a fairly powerful PC (e.g., GTX 1060, SSD) and is available on major platforms. In contrast, F1 RACE STARS is a very old arcade racer (2012) with short playtime (1 hour) and low ratings (2.9/5, Metacritic 62). It runs on even low-end PCs (2GB RAM, integrated graphics) and includes multiplayer/split-screen. If you want a deep, immersive single-player experience and have a modern PC, choose Clair Obscur. If you need a casual, family-friendly racing game with local co-op and have an older PC, F1 RACE STARS might serve—but its age and low quality make it a poor investment unless deeply discounted.
Frequently asked questions
Which game is cheaper for a Filipino buyer?
No exact prices are provided, but F1 RACE STARS (released 2012) is likely much cheaper than the brand-new Clair Obscur (2025), especially during sales. Clair Obscur is a modern AAA-priced title.
Which game has better ratings?
Clair Obscur has a community rating of 4.5/5 from 447 ratings, while F1 RACE STARS has 2.9/5 from 64 ratings and a Metacritic score of 62/100. Clair Obscur is clearly more acclaimed.
Which game requires a more powerful PC?
Clair Obscur requires modern hardware: Windows 10, Intel i7-8700K/Ryzen 5 1600X, 8GB RAM, GTX 1060 6GB, and 55GB SSD. F1 RACE STARS runs on old PCs: Windows Vista/7, Core 2 Duo, 2GB RAM, and only 5GB HDD space.
Which game is better for multiplayer or family gaming?
F1 RACE STARS supports single-player, multiplayer, co-op, local co-op, and split-screen—ideal for family or couch gaming. Clair Obscur is strictly single-player. If you want to play with others, choose F1 RACE STARS.