Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive | Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor Feral Interactive, Warner Bros. Interactive |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | April 24, 2025 | September 30, 2014 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive | Feral Interactive, Monolith Productions |
| Publisher | Kepler Interactive | Feral Interactive, Warner Bros. Interactive |
| Official Site | https://www.expedition33.com | http://www.shadowofmordor.com |
| Age Rating | — | Mature |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | RPG | Action, RPG |
| Game Modes | Single-player | Single-player |
| Perspective | Third-person, 3D | Third-person |
| Average Playtime | 26 hours | 13 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox | PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple Macintosh, Linux |
| Available On | Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store | GOG, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, 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: 64-bit: Vista SP2, Win 7 SP1, Win 8.1 Processor: Intel Core i5-750, 2.67 GHz | AMD Phenom II X4 965, 3.4 GHz Memory: 3 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 | AMD Radeon HD 5850 DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 44 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: 64-bit: Win 7 SP1, Win 8.1 Processor: Intel Core i7-3770, 3.4 GHz | AMD FX-8350, 4.0 GHz Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 | AMD Radeon HD 7950 DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 57 GB available space |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 4.5 / 5 (447 ratings) | 3.9 / 5 (2,554 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 85 / 100 |
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor: which should you buy?
For Filipino buyers on a budget or with older PCs, Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor is the clear choice: it requires only 3GB RAM and a GTX 460, costs less (older title), and still delivers a critically acclaimed 13-hour action RPG. In contrast, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 demands a modern SSD, 8GB RAM minimum, and RTX 3060 Ti for 1080p/60fps, meaning higher upfront cost for both game and hardware. However, if you own a capable gaming PC and want a fresh, lengthy 26-hour story-based RPG, Clair Obscur offers a newer experience with a 4.5/5 community rating. Shadow of Mordor has a slightly lower 3.9/5 but remains a benchmark for the Nemesis system. Neither game includes multiplayer or DLC in this comparison, so choose based on your hardware and budget: Shadow of Mordor for value and accessibility, Clair Obscur for cutting-edge visuals and longer playtime.
Frequently asked questions
Which game is more affordable for Filipino gamers?
Data does not include specific pricing, but Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor (2014) is an older title typically sold at lower prices, while Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (2025) is new and likely more expensive.
Which game has lower system requirements?
Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor has much lower requirements: 3GB RAM, GTX 460, and a dual-core CPU. Clair Obscur requires 8GB RAM, GTX 1060, and an SSD, making it far more demanding.
Which game has longer playtime?
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 averages 26 hours, while Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor averages 13 hours, so Clair Obscur offers nearly double the playtime.
Which game is newer?
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was released in April 2025, while Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor was released in September 2014, making Clair Obscur significantly newer.