Developer Sandfall Interactive has revealed that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's original soundtrack has soared to the top of Billboard's album charts following its recent release.
As players worldwide embrace this breakout turn-based RPG, the game's mesmerizing score has emerged as a standout feature. The soundtrack has become a frequent talking point among fans discussing Sandfall's debut project on social media, with that enthusiasm now reflected in official music charts.
Chart-Topping Achievement
A visit to Billboard's website shows Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 currently leading both the Classical Albums and Classical Crossover Albums rankings. According to Sandfall, the soundtrack has also secured impressive positions at #13 on the Soundtrack Albums chart and #31 on the Album Downloads chart. These accomplishments demonstrate how the game's atmospheric music complements its narrative and gameplay experiences.
The Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 soundtrack features over 150 compositions, with many tracks accumulating hundreds of thousands of streams on Spotify. The orchestral piece "Lumière" has emerged as the most popular selection, nearing 2 million combined views on YouTube and streams on Spotify.
Remarkable Debut for Composer
This musical success story becomes even more remarkable considering the soundtrack was created by Lorien Testard, a composer Sandfall discovered on SoundCloud, as revealed in their BBC interview.
Since launching on April 24, 2025 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S (and Game Pass), Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has surpassed 2 million copies sold. The title's overwhelming reception even prompted French President Emmanuel Macron to publicly congratulate the development team.
For additional insights into the game's performance, explore Sandfall's perspective on how The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered's surprise release affected sales, and read about the ongoing discussion surrounding turn-based RPG mechanics.
