Sandfall Interactive, the studio behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, has received a personal congratulations from French President Emmanuel Macron following a dominant performance at The Game Awards. The game, which was highly anticipated, completely exceeded expectations by sweeping an unprecedented nine awards, including the prestigious Game of the Year honor.

Presidential Praise and National Pride

President Macron took to Instagram to express his pride, noting that this victory marked a historic first for a French title at The Game Awards. He wrote (translated from French): “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has just been named Game of the Year in Los Angeles. A historic first for a French title! Great pride for Montpellier and for France. Congratulations to the Sandfall Interactive team. For future generations and those that follow!”

Achievement from a Small Studio

The win is a remarkable achievement, especially since it comes from Sandfall Interactive’s very first game. The title was developed by a relatively small team on a modest budget, showcasing the immense talent and creativity within the French gaming industry to compete on the global stage.

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