Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Serious Sam: The Random Encounter

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

Specification Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive Serious Sam: The Random Encounter Devolver Digital
Overview
Release Date April 24, 2025 October 24, 2011
Availability Released Released
Developer Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive Croteam, Vlambeer
Publisher Kepler Interactive Devolver Digital
Official Site https://www.expedition33.com http://www.serioussam.com
Gameplay
Genre RPG Action, RPG, Indie
Game Modes Single-player Single-player
Perspective Third-person, 3D 2D
Average Playtime 26 hours 1 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox PC
Available On Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox Store 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, Vista, 7 [Not Windows 10] Processor: 2.0Ghz or faster processor Memory: 1GB RAM Hard Disk Space: 100MB free space Video Card: 256MB Video Memory or higher, DirectX 8 or later DirectX®: 8.0 or later
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.
Critic & Community Scores
Community Rating 4.5 / 5 (447 ratings) 2.6 / 5 (86 ratings)
Metacritic 64 / 100

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Serious Sam: The Random Encounter: which should you buy?

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is the clear choice for gamers seeking a modern, high-quality RPG experience with strong community approval (4.5/5) and substantial playtime (~26 hours). It requires a capable PC or current-gen console (PS5, Xbox Series X|S) and an SSD, so it's best for those with mid-range to high-end hardware. In contrast, Serious Sam: The Random Encounter is an older, very short (1 hour) indie title with a low community rating (2.6/5) and minimal hardware demands (2000s-era PC, no Windows 10 listed). It may appeal to collectors or fans of the Serious Sam series but offers limited content and polish. For Filipino buyers, if you have a powerful gaming rig or a modern console, invest in Clair Obscur for a rich, immersive adventure. If you have an old PC and want a quick, quirky experience, Serious Sam is an option, but manage expectations. Neither game has pricing data provided, so local cost is unknown, but Clair Obscur is a premium new release while Serious Sam is a budget indie title.

Frequently asked questions

Which game has better community ratings?

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has a much higher community rating of 4.5/5 (447 ratings), while Serious Sam: The Random Encounter has a low 2.6/5 (86 ratings) and a Metacritic score of 64/100.

Which game requires more powerful hardware?

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is demanding, requiring at least a GTX 1060/RX 5600 XT, 8GB RAM, and an SSD. Serious Sam: The Random Encounter can run on very old PCs with 1GB RAM and a 256MB video card.

Which game has longer playtime?

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has an average playtime of 26 hours, whereas Serious Sam: The Random Encounter is very short at about 1 hour.

Are both games available on the same platforms?

No. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is available on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox (multiple stores). Serious Sam: The Random Encounter is only on PC via Steam.