Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Paradigm
A full spec-by-spec comparison of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Paradigm — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive | Paradigm Jacob Janerka |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | April 24, 2025 | April 4, 2017 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive | Jacob Janerka |
| Publisher | Kepler Interactive | Jacob Janerka |
| Official Site | https://www.expedition33.com | http://www.paradigmadventure.com/ |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | RPG | Adventure, Indie, Puzzle |
| Game Modes | Single-player | Single-player |
| Perspective | Third-person, 3D | 2D |
| Average Playtime | 26 hours | 3 hours |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC, PlayStation, Xbox | PC, Apple Macintosh, Linux |
| Available On | Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store | Epic Games Store, 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 Vista/7 Processor: 2 GHz (Dual Core) Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: OpenGL 2.0 compatible with 512 MB RAM (Shared Memory is not recommended) DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 5 GB available space Additional Notes: mouse |
| 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/7/10 Processor: Intel Core I3 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: 1 GB dedicated graphics DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 5 GB available space Additional Notes: mouse |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 4.5 / 5 (447 ratings) | 3.2 / 5 (44 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 86 / 100 |
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Paradigm: which should you buy?
If you have a mid‑to‑high‑end PC or a current‑gen console and enjoy deep, story‑driven RPGs, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the clear pick. Its third‑person 3D world demands a 64‑bit OS, at least an Intel i7‑8700K or Ryzen 5 1600X and a GTX 1060 for minimum play, with the recommended RTX 3060 Ti or Radeon RX 6800 XT delivering smooth 1080p 60 FPS on high settings. The game also ships on PlayStation and Xbox, giving console owners a native option. By contrast, Paradigm is a lightweight 2D indie adventure that runs on very modest hardware (2 GB RAM, integrated graphics) and can be played on older Windows or Linux machines, but it offers only about three hours of content and a lower community rating (3.2/5). Since no pricing data is provided, choose based on your hardware and time investment: invest in Expedition 33 if you have the required specs and want a longer, richer experience; opt for Paradigm if you need a quick, low‑spec indie title that runs on almost any PC.
Frequently asked questions
Which game requires more powerful hardware?
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 needs at least a GTX 1060 or Radeon RX 5600 XT and 8 GB RAM, with recommended RTX 3060 Ti and 16 GB RAM, while Paradigm runs on 2 GB RAM and integrated graphics.
Which game offers more gameplay time?
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 averages 26 hours of play, whereas Paradigm averages about 3 hours.
Are both games available on the same platforms?
No. Expedition 33 is on PC, PlayStation and Xbox; Paradigm is only on PC (Windows, macOS, Linux).
Which title has higher community approval?
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has a community rating of 4.5/5, compared to Paradigm's 3.2/5.