Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Inscryption

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

Specification Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive Inscryption Devolver Digital
Overview
Release Date April 24, 2025 October 19, 2021
Availability Released Released
Developer Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive Daniel Mullins Games
Publisher Kepler Interactive Devolver Digital
Official Site https://www.expedition33.com https://www.inscryption-game.com
Gameplay
Genre RPG Adventure, Strategy, Indie
Game Modes Single-player Single-player
Perspective Third-person, 3D First-person, 2D, 3D
Average Playtime 26 hours 8 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox PC, PlayStation, Apple Macintosh, Linux, Nintendo
Available On Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store Nintendo eShop, Steam, GOG
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 Processor: Intel Core i5-760 (4 * 2800); AMD Athlon II X4 645 AM3 (4 * 3100) Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 550 Ti (3072 VRAM); Radeon HD 6850 (1024 VRAM) 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 10 Processor: Intel Core i5-3470 (4 * 3200); AMD FX-4350 (4 * 4200) Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 1050 2048 VRAM; Radeon RX 460 4096 VRAM Storage: 3 GB available space
Critic & Community Scores
Community Rating 4.5 / 5 (447 ratings) 4.4 / 5 (597 ratings)
Metacritic 86 / 100

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

For Filipino gamers on a budget or with older hardware, Inscryption is the clear choice—it runs on 4GB RAM and a GTX 550 Ti, costs less (though exact prices aren't available in the data), and offers a critically acclaimed indie horror deckbuilder with high replay value. Its 8-hour campaign is perfect for casual sessions. However, if you have a modern gaming PC or console (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) and prefer big-budget RPGs, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 delivers a visually stunning third-person adventure with a 26-hour story. It demands an SSD and a GTX 1060 minimum, so it's only for those with capable rigs. Community ratings are nearly identical (4.5 vs 4.4), but Inscryption's Metacritic score of 86 confirms its quality. Filipino buyers should weigh hardware cost and playtime: Inscryption is budget-friendly and accessible, while Clair Obscur is a showcase title for high-end setups. Both are single-player only. If you can't upgrade your PC, Inscryption is the safe bet.

Frequently asked questions

Which game is cheaper?

No pricing data is provided for either game, so we cannot determine which is cheaper. Filipino buyers should check local store prices on Steam, Epic Games Store, or Nintendo eShop.

Which game has lower system requirements?

Inscryption has much lower requirements—it needs only 4GB RAM, a GTX 550 Ti, and 2GB storage. Clair Obscur requires 8GB RAM, a GTX 1060 6GB, and an SSD with 55GB storage, making it far more demanding.

Which game offers longer gameplay?

Clair Obscur has an average playtime of 26 hours, significantly longer than Inscryption's 8 hours. Inscryption is more compact and replayable, while Clair Obscur is a lengthy RPG.

Which game is more recent?

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 releases on April 24, 2025, whereas Inscryption was released on October 19, 2021. Clair Obscur is the newer title.