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Engadget
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Engadget
The Steam Summer Sale is live with a fresh batch of big discounts
Get ready for your game library to grow, because the Steam Summer Sale is open and ready for business. The promotion runs through July 11, so you've got plenty of time to peruse all of the available deals, but there are a couple fun highlights in this season's selections. For starters, two likely contenders for 2025 game of the year are on sale. You can pick up the spectacular puzzle game Blue Prince for 15 percent off or about $25, and the lush Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has a slight discount of 10 percent, which puts it at $45. I'm sad they didn't go thematic and make it $33, but even a small price cut is nice for games this recent. A couple other newish releases are available at smaller discounts. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is 20 percent off, as is Black Myth: Wukong , while Civilization VII is 15 percent off. The Silent Hill 2 remake is down to $42 thanks to a 40 percent cut. Most of the biggest deals are on older titles. For instance, if you don't already own the excellent Doom (2016), it's only $4 with an 80 percent off discount. Or pick up Death Stranding Director's Cut for just $16. Steam sales are also a prime chance to add more indies to your library. For multiplayer mayhem, Human Fall Flat and Overcooked 2 are each $6. You can explore the beautiful underwater world of Abzu for just $5. Chicory: A Colorful Tale is half off at $10 and Slime Rancher 2 is down to $20. Those are just a few of the highlights. Now you just have to find the time to play everything you buy.
Metro
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 climbs chart after 'unusual' sales boost
One of the breakout games of 2025 is soaring up the charts even a month after launch, surpassing Doom: The Dark Ages in revenue. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 surprised everyone by being an early contender for game of the year, but its sales have also surpassed expectations. Developed by Sandfall Interactive, the French turn-based role-player managed to sell one million units within three days following its launch on April 24. Since then, in very apt timing, the studio announced it had surpassed 3.3 million copies after 33 days. The success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has now taken an 'unusual' turn, as despite coming out in April, it has ascended on Newzoo's revenue chart for May. As reported by Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 moved up five places to number eight on the chart, which lists the top 20 games by revenue in the US, UK, Germany, France, Spain, and Italy across PC and consoles. Newzoo described this movement as 'unusual for a premium title' as they usually drop in sales after their release month. As for the reason behind the increase, the firm believes it is 'a showcase of the strength of a high-quality game and continued word-of-mouth marketing'. Along with these factors, the mid-range £44.99 price of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has also likely contributed to its success – at a time when many new games cost £70. Sign up to the GameCentral newsletter for a unique take on the week in gaming, alongside the latest reviews and more. Delivered to your inbox every Saturday morning. Notably, the game managed to beat Doom: The Dark Ages, which debuted at number nine. According to Newzoo, the shooter's placement was due to 'a big portion of revenues being tied to Xbox Game Pass'. More Trending While over 95% of full sales for Doom: The Dark Ages came from PlayStation and Steam, Xbox players accounted for 72% of monthly active users on Newzoo's engagement chart. In other words, only a small portion of players actually bought the full game. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 also launched on Xbox Game Pass, but considering Doom: The Dark Ages is significantly more expensive to buy at £69.99, it's perhaps unsurprising that the majority of players went down the Game Pass route instead. The other new addition on the chart was Elden Ring Nightreign, which managed to hit the number four spot despite being released on May 30, 2025. You can check out the top 10 of Newzoo's revenue chart for May below. Fortnite EA Sports (up two places) Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2/3/Warzone/Black Ops 6 Elden Ring Nightreign NBA 2K25 (up two places) Counter-Strike 2 & Go Forza Horizon 5 (up two places) Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (up five places) Doom: The Dark Ages Minecraft (down two places) Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter. To submit Inbox letters and Reader's Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use our Submit Stuff page here. For more stories like this, check our Gaming page. MORE: Time Crisis and Point Blank lightgun console smashes Kickstarter goal within hours MORE: EA Sports FC 26 cover star leaks and they've been on before MORE: The Alters review – send in the clones
Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Charlie Cox says he feels like fraud after voicing Gustave in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Charlie Cox, best known for portraying Marvel's Daredevil, has modestly dismissed praise for his role in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, despite the game receiving critical acclaim and becoming one of 2025's standout releases. Charlie Cox talks Clair Obscur Expedition 33! — 😈DD (@ChereNatalija) June 22, 2025 Speaking during a panel at Washington State Summer Con on June 21, Cox admitted he hasn't played the game and felt unworthy of the recognition he's received for voicing Gustave, the main protagonist. 'Apparently the game is awesome. I'm not a gamer, I have no idea, I haven't played it,' Cox said. 'I was in the studio for four hours, maybe… I feel like a total fraud.' The game, developed by Sandfall Interactive—a small studio with big ambitions—features an impressive voice cast, including Cox, Andy Serkis, Ben Starr, and Jennifer English. Despite the short recording sessions, performances were widely praised. Cox emphasized that he didn't mean to diminish the project's success, adding, 'I'm so thrilled for the company… so thrilled it did really well.' Other cast members, however, praised the unique and streamlined recording experience. In a behind-the-scenes video by Skill Up, both Starr and English highlighted the team's efficiency. 'We recorded so quickly,' English shared. 'It was the fastest game I've ever done as far as, like, the lines per hour.' Starr echoed the sentiment, noting the director Guillaume Broche's clarity of vision. 'You turn up, and we do something, and Guillaume would go 'that one.' He knew exactly what he wanted.' While Cox may feel undeserving, the combination of seasoned voice talent and strong direction helped Clair Obscur resonate with players and critics alike, solidifying its place among the year's top games. Despite his humility, Cox's portrayal of Gustave contributed to the title's emotional depth and narrative impact.
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Charlie Cox Says He ‘Feels Like a Total Fraud' Amid Downplaying His Voice Role in Clair Obscur, Details Inside
Daredevil star Charlie Cox gained fame in the industry with his brilliant role in the Marvel show. The actor is heavily lauded, and the fans have been looking for more of the movie star on the screen. Amid the rising popularity, Cox candidly spoke about his role in the 2025 hit game, Clair Obscur. In conversation with a media portal during one of the recent interviews, the actor spoke about how he isn't quite proud of his voice role in the game. Cox also went on to reveal that he hasn't played the game either and feels like a fraud being a part of it. What is Clair Obscur about? Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is one of the most popular games of the year. The video game is developed by a young and unknown group of people who go by the name Sandfall. The visuals of the game are standout, and the interactive part has gotten more people to download it on their devices. As for Charlie Cox, the actor voiced the main character of Gustave, who was the focal point of the title. Speaking of whether he has tried playing the game or not, the movie star shared at Comic Con, 'Apparently the game is awesome. I am not a gamer; I have no idea. I haven't played it.' Despite not enjoying his role in the game himself, he is glad that the game did well. Charlie Cox's thoughts on his voice role in Clair Obscur The MCU star talked about his role as Gustave in Clair Obscur. The actor revealed, 'My agent asked me if I wanted to go and do a voice-over. I was in the studio for 4 hours… maybe." He added, "People keep saying how amazing it is and congratulations and I feel like a total fraud. I am so thrilled for the company; I am so thrilled it did really well.' On the contrary, the fans have been enjoying the game and Cox's voiceover, which goes well with the visuals. The video game went on to transition from 'yet another RPG trying to change things' to 'Oh my gosh! This game is incredible!' On the work front, Charlie Cox will return to the Marvel show's season 2 as Daredevil/Matt Murdock.
Metro
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
The most successful game of the year is almost 50% off on PS5 and Xbox
Metro journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission – learn more A Capcom juggernaut is at its lowest price yet after only a few months, as a new update is accidentally leaked by Sony. This year has largely been defined by unexpected surprises, including indie titles Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Blue Prince, but several AAA blockbusters have also made a significant splash. The biggest of these, at least in terms of sales, is Monster Hunter Wilds. Capcom's elaborate action role-player has already surpassed 10 million units sold worldwide after only a few months, and looks set to rival the publisher's best-selling title ever, in Monster Hunter: World. If you haven't yet tapped into the joys of slaying wondrous beasts for a fancy pair of leggings, Monster Hunter Wilds has received a significant discount on Amazon. At the time of writing, Monster Hunster Wilds on PlayStation 5 is 42% off at £37.85. If you're on Xbox Series X, it's an even better deal with 55% off at £29.10. It's unclear how long the deal will last for, but it's the cheapest offer you can find for the console version from a reputable retailer. Plus, if you're new to Monster Hunter, this is arguably the best entry for learning the ropes – as long as you don't mind fumbling through some confusing menus. Sign up to the GameCentral newsletter for a unique take on the week in gaming, alongside the latest reviews and more. Delivered to your inbox every Saturday morning. Join us Thursday, 26 June at 11pm BST for the Capcom Spotlight digital event!We'll be presenting the latest news on our upcoming titles alongside interviews with the developers! Plus, get all the details on Title Update 2 for Monster Hunter Wilds! 📺 — Capcom Europe (@CapcomEurope) June 19, 2025 Capcom is set to showcase the next update for Monster Hunter Wilds in a presentation on Thursday, June 26 at 11pm BST. However, as noticed by Reddit users, Sony has seemingly leaked the contents of Title Update 2 ahead of time, via a listing on the PlayStation website. More Trending According to the now-deleted listing, the update will add two monsters from previous titles; Lagiacrus from Monster Hunter 3 and another 'fan favourite', which is expected to be Seregios from Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate – based on prior datamines. The update, which is set to launch on Monday, June 30, will also include a new Arch-Tempered Uth Duna monster, layered weapons and events. Aside from Monster Hunter Wilds, Capcom's Spotlight showcase is also set to show off more from Resident Evil Requiem, Pragmata, and Street Fighter 6. Email gamecentral@ leave a comment below, follow us on Twitter. To submit Inbox letters and Reader's Features more easily, without the need to send an email, just use our Submit Stuff page here. For more stories like this, check our Gaming page. MORE: Persona sells more than Sonic the Hedgehog in leaked Sega sales numbers MORE: Death Stranding 2: On The Beach review – the postman rings twice MORE: Nintendo explains why Zelda and Splatoon racers aren't in Mario Kart World
