Expedition 33 is About to Win Yet Another Game of the Year Award
The award-winning journey of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is far from over. The acclaimed turn-based RPG from Sandfall Interactive has secured a leading eight nominations at the upcoming 29th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards, positioning it for another potential sweep just months after its historic night at The Game Awards.
The Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences (AIAS) unveiled the nominees, with Expedition 33 tied for the most nominations alongside the PlayStation 5 exclusive Ghost of Yōtei. Most notably, the game is once again in contention for the prestigious Game of the Year award. It will compete against ARC Raiders, Blue Prince, Dispatch, and its fellow frontrunner, Ghost of Yōtei.
This recognition follows the game’s breakout success in 2025, where it captured nine awards at The Game Awards, including the top prize and Best Performance for Jennifer English’s portrayal of Maelle. The D.I.C.E. nominations validate its lasting impact, honoring its achievements in categories like Outstanding Achievement in Story, Outstanding Achievement in Art Direction, Role-Playing Game of the Year, and Original Music Composition.
The developer has sustained momentum by supporting the game post-launch, releasing a substantial free “Thank You Update” in December that added a challenging new endgame dungeon, additional costumes, weapons, and language localizations.
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The 29th D.I.C.E. Awards ceremony will be streamed live from Las Vegas on February 12, 2026. Whether Expedition 33 adds more trophies to its cabinet or not, its presence atop the nominees list cements its status as one of the defining RPGs of its generation and a testament to the power of its compelling narrative and innovative design.