The developers behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 have been knighted by the French Ministry Of Culture for services to arts, literature and culture.
Created by French studio Sandfall Interactive, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was one of the best-reviewed games of 2025 and picked up numerous Game Of The Year trophies. A fantasy role-playing game that sees players lead a plucky group of explorers in a quest to stop the menacing Paintress, the title has been praised for its storytelling, acting and music.
Last week, 28 key staff from Sandfall Interactive received knighthoods in the Order Of Arts And Letters (Ordre des Arts et des Lettres). The award was established in 1957 and is awarded to 200 people every year.
During the ceremony, French Minister Of Culture Rachida Dati said the government wanted to celebrate “the brilliant success” of Sandfall. “By its scale, by its impact, by the support of the public as well as the critics, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has established itself as a major moment in the history of French video games,” said Dati. “At a time when the video game industry is going through a difficult period, your success restores confidence, energy and momentum to an entire sector.”
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