Sandfall Interactive has revealed that the Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 soundtrack has soared to the top of Billboard's album charts shortly after its debut.

As players embrace this breakout turn-based RPG, the game's soundtrack stands out as a universally praised feature. Online discussions about Sandfall's inaugural release consistently highlight the music, earning recognition reflected in Billboard's latest rankings.

Billboard's charts now feature Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leading both the Classical Albums and Classical Crossover Albums categories. Sandfall also shared that the soundtrack secured notable positions: #13 on the Official Soundtrack Albums chart and #31 on the Official Album Downloads chart. These achievements demonstrate how players are connecting with the game's atmospheric melodies alongside its narrative and gameplay.

The expansive soundtrack includes over 150 tracks, with several surpassing hundreds of thousands of plays on Spotify. The standout orchestral piece "Lumière" dominates streams, amassing nearly 1.9 million YouTube views and matching figures on Spotify.

This musical reception represents a significant accomplishment, particularly remarkable given composer Lorien Testard's background. As Sandfall disclosed in their BBC interview, Testard was originally discovered through SoundCloud.

Released globally on April 24, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S (including Game Pass), Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has already achieved commercial success, surpassing 2 million copies sold. The title's warm reception even prompted congratulations from French President Emmanuel Macron.

For deeper insights into the game's impact, explore Sandfall's perspective on competing with The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered's surprise release, or examine how Expedition 33 is reigniting discussions about turn-based RPG mechanics.