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ElderScrolls 33: Clair Oblivion - Publisher's "Barbenheimer" Moment

Author: Hazel May 27,2025

Clair Oblivion: ElderScrolls 33? Publisher Says This is Their

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's publisher compares the game's release, set for the same week as the surprise launch of Oblivion Remastered, to the Barbenheimer phenomenon. Dive in to discover Kepler Interactive's humorous take on the situation and the global release schedule for Expedition 33.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Releasing The Same Week as Oblivion Remastered Shadow Drops

Kepler Interactive Compares It To Barbenheimer

As Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 gears up for its eagerly anticipated launch, Bethesda threw a curveball by shadow dropping the long-rumored The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered. Kepler Interactive, the publisher behind Expedition 33, responded with humor on their official Twitter (X) account on April 22, likening the situation to the Barbenheimer phenomenon.

The Barbenheimer phenomenon, which captivated pop culture in July 2023, involved the simultaneous release of the films Barbie and Oppenheimer. The stark contrast between Barbie's vibrant pink aesthetic and Oppenheimer's somber, dark themes became a meme, with fans dressing in bright pinks and whites for one movie and switching to somber grays for the other. Kepler Interactive cleverly used this as a metaphor for the concurrent launches of Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered.

Despite the unexpected competition from Oblivion Remastered, Expedition 33 remains steadfast in its release plans, choosing not to shift its launch date like some developers might.

Releasing On All Platforms At The Same Time Worldwide

Clair Oblivion: ElderScrolls 33? Publisher Says This is Their

In preparation for its launch, Expedition 33 has shared the official unlock times across the globe. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is set for a synchronized release on all platforms on April 24, 2025, at 3 a.m. ET / 12 a.m. PT.

Check the timetable below to see when the game becomes available in your region:

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is scheduled to launch on April 24, 2025, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Stay updated with the latest news on the game by clicking on our article below!

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