Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Shadow of the Colossus

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

Specification Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Kepler Interactive Shadow of the Colossus Sony Computer Entertainment
Overview
Release Date April 24, 2025 October 18, 2005
Availability Released Released
Developer Sundial Interactive, Sandfall Interactive Team Ico
Publisher Kepler Interactive Sony Computer Entertainment
Official Site https://www.expedition33.com
Age Rating Teen
Gameplay
Genre RPG Action, Adventure, RPG
Game Modes Single-player
Perspective Third-person, 3D
Average Playtime 26 hours
Platforms & Pricing
Platforms PC, PlayStation, Xbox PlayStation
Available On Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox 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.
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) 4.3 / 5 (559 ratings)
Metacritic 91 / 100

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 vs Shadow of the Colossus: which should you buy?

For Filipino gamers, the choice between Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Shadow of the Colossus hinges on platform and modernity. Clair Obscur is a brand-new 2025 RPG with a 26-hour campaign, single-player only, and requires a decent PC (GTX 1060 or equivalent) or current-gen consoles. It's available on Epic Games Store, Steam, PlayStation Store, and Xbox Store, making it accessible on most platforms. Shadow of the Colossus is a classic from 2005, available only on PlayStation (likely PS2/PS3/PS4 via backward compatibility), with no PC or Xbox release. While Shadow has a higher Metacritic score (91 vs. no score for Clair Obscur), Clair Obscur has a slightly higher community rating (4.5 vs 4.3). Both are single-player. For Filipino buyers who want a fresh, graphically demanding RPG with broader platform support, go with Clair Obscur. For those with only a PlayStation and a love for nostalgic, critically acclaimed action-adventure, Shadow of the Colossus is the timeless pick. Price not specified in data; assume standard SRP. Consider your hardware and desire for modern vs. classic.

Frequently asked questions

Which game is newer?

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is newer, releasing on April 24, 2025, while Shadow of the Colossus was released on October 18, 2005.

Which game has a higher community rating?

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has a community rating of 4.5/5 based on 447 ratings, slightly higher than Shadow of the Colossus's 4.3/5 from 559 ratings.

Is Shadow of the Colossus available on PC?

No, Shadow of the Colossus is only available on PlayStation platforms according to the data. Clair Obscur is available on PC via Epic Games Store and Steam.

Which game is single-player?

Both games are single-player. Clair Obscur is listed as single-player, and Shadow of the Colossus is also a single-player experience by nature.