Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has climbed to 345 Game of the Year awards as of January 11, 2026—up from 291 (third place) earlier this month—securing second place in history per ResetEra tracking. The 2025 turn-based RPG from Sandfall Interactive continues dominating post-release accolades.
Just nine days after tallying 291 GOTY wins and ranking third all-time (behind Elden Ring's 435 and The Last of Us Part II's 326), Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has added over 50 more awards, surpassing Baldur's Gate 3's 288. The count grew by one even during recent reporting, with awards season spanning from October 2025 onward and more expected.
This debut title from ex-Ubisoft developers blends Final Fantasy-style storytelling, Paper Mario-inspired mechanics, and innovative parry systems, earning wins at The Game Awards, Golden Joysticks, and global outlets. Its grief-driven narrative and single-player focus have inspired fan feats, debates, and acclaim amid live-service trends.
Expedition 33's ascent underscores its historical impact, with potential to challenge the top spot as recognitions continue.
