Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs FORCED

A full spec-by-spec comparison of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs FORCED — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.

Specification Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive FORCED BetaDwarf
Overview
Release Date April 24, 2025 October 24, 2013
Availability Released Released
Developer Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive BetaDwarf
Publisher Kepler Interactive BetaDwarf
Official Site https://www.expedition33.com http://forcedthegame.com
Gameplay
Genre RPG Action, Adventure, RPG, Indie
Game Modes Single-player Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op, Local Co-op, Split-screen, Online Multiplayer
Perspective Third-person, 3D Top-down
Average Playtime 26 hours 3 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo
Available On Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store Steam, 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 7, Windows 8 Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo, AMD Athlon X2, or equal at 1.6GHz or better Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: DirectX 9.0c-compatible, SM 3.0-compatible DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 5 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c-compatible, 16-bit
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 7, Windows 8 Processor: QuadCore 2.0 GHz + Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 8800 GTS or better, 512MB+ VRAM Storage: 5 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c-compatible, 16-bit
Critic & Community Scores
Community Rating 4.5 / 5 (447 ratings) 2.8 / 5 (107 ratings)
Metacritic 62 / 100

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs FORCED: which should you buy?

For Filipino buyers, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the clear choice if you have a modern gaming PC or console (PS5/Xbox Series X|S) and enjoy deep, single-player RPGs with a 26-hour campaign. It's a newly released (April 2025) game with a high community rating of 4.5/5, but it demands a powerful system: minimum requires an i7-8700K/GTX 1060 and 55GB SSD, recommended i7-12700K/RTX 3060 Ti. In contrast, FORCED is an older (2013) top-down action RPG with co-op modes, a short 3-hour playtime, and a low Metacritic score of 62. It runs on almost any PC (2GB RAM, Core 2 Duo) and costs much less (likely under ₱200 on sale). If you have a low-end PC or want a quick co-op game with friends, FORCED is the budget-friendly option. However, for most Filipino gamers looking for a modern, high-quality RPG experience, Clair Obscur is worth the investment—just ensure your hardware meets the requirements. Prices aren't listed, but Clair Obscur is a full-priced AAA title (~₱2,500-3,000), while FORCED is an older indie game often discounted.

Frequently asked questions

Which game is cheaper?

Prices are not provided, but FORCED is an older indie title from 2013, typically sold at a lower price point and often heavily discounted (e.g., under ₱200). Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a new AAA release in 2025, likely priced around ₱2,500-₱3,000.

Which game has better graphics and performance requirements?

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has modern 3D graphics requiring a powerful PC (minimum GTX 1060, 8GB RAM, 55GB SSD). FORCED has simpler top-down 2D graphics and runs on very old hardware (Core 2 Duo, 2GB RAM, 5GB storage).

Which game is better for playing with friends?

FORCED supports multiplayer, co-op, online co-op, local co-op, split-screen, and online multiplayer, making it ideal for group play. Clair Obscur is single-player only, so it's not suitable for playing with friends.

Which game has longer playtime and higher ratings?

Clair Obscur has an average playtime of 26 hours and a community rating of 4.5/5. FORCED has only 3 hours of playtime and a Metacritic score of 62 with a community rating of 2.8/5.