Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Grim Dawn
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Grim Dawn — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive | Grim Dawn Crate Entertainment |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | April 24, 2025 | February 25, 2016 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive | Crate Entertainment |
| Publisher | Kepler Interactive | Crate Entertainment |
| Official Site | https://www.expedition33.com | http://www.grimdawn.com/ |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | RPG | Action, RPG, Indie |
| Game Modes | Single-player | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op |
| Perspective | Third-person, 3D | Isometric |
| Average Playtime | 26 hours | 8 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox | PC, Xbox |
| Available On | Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store | GOG, Steam |
| 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 / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 10 Processor: x86 compatible 2.3GHz or faster processor (Intel 2nd generation core i-series or equivalent) Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: 512MB NVIDIA GeForce 6800 series or ATI Radeon X800 series or better DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 5 GB available space Sound Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible 16-bit sound card Additional Notes: 4GB of memory is required to host multiplayer games |
| 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 10 Processor: x86 compatible 3.2GHz or faster processor (Intel 4th generation core i-series or better) Memory: 6 GB RAM Graphics: 1.5GB NVIDIA GeForce 500 series or ATI Radeon 6000 series or better DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 5 GB available space Additional Notes: 4GB of memory is recommended to host multiplayer games |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 4.5 / 5 (447 ratings) | 4.0 / 5 (578 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 83 / 100 |
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Grim Dawn: which should you buy?
For Filipino gamers who want a modern, story‑driven RPG with solid graphics and longer playtime, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the better choice. It offers 26 hours of single‑player content, third‑person 3D perspective, and runs on current PC hardware (Intel Core i7‑12700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X, 16 GB RAM, RTX 3060 Ti or RX 6800 XT) for 1080p 60FPS high settings. It is available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox via major digital stores (Epic, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store). Its community rating of 4.5/5 (447 votes) reflects strong player satisfaction.
Grim Dawn, while still a solid action‑RPG with multiplayer options and an 8‑hour average playtime, targets older hardware (minimum 2 GB RAM, 512 MB graphics) and is only available on PC via GOG or Steam. Its recommended specs (6 GB RAM, 1.5 GB graphics) are modest compared to Expedition 33’s requirements, but it lacks the newer console releases and has a lower community rating of 4.0/5 (578 votes). If you own an older PC or prefer a lighter, indie‑style game that can be played on Windows XP through 10, Grim Dawn is suitable. However, for a more contemporary experience with higher graphics fidelity and longer content, Expedition 33 is the clear winner.
In short: choose Clair Obscur for modern graphics, longer gameplay, and console support; choose Grim Dawn if you have legacy hardware or want a lighter indie action‑RPG.
Frequently asked questions
Which game is cheaper?
The data does not provide price information for either title, so the cost comparison cannot be made.
Which game requires more powerful hardware?
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 requires a modern CPU (Intel Core i7‑12700K or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X), 16 GB RAM, and a high‑end GPU (RTX 3060 Ti or RX 6800 XT) for 1080p 60FPS high settings, whereas Grim Dawn’s recommended specs are a 3.2GHz CPU, 6 GB RAM, and a 1.5 GB GPU.
Which game is available on consoles?
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is available on PlayStation and Xbox, while Grim Dawn is only available for PC.
Which game has a longer average playtime?
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 offers an average playtime of 26 hours, compared to Grim Dawn’s 8 hours.