Summary
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33has unveiled the Monolith Set, a new bundle of themed items inspired by the game’s Collector’s Edition. Sandfall Interactive’s turn-based RPG quickly surpassed two million copies sold, making it one of the fastest-selling games of the year. ButClair Obscur’s rapid success came with a drawback for dedicated fans: physical editions sold out almost instantly.
Scalpers were quick to exploitClair Obscur’s popularity, reselling discs at steep markups. Some reports noted the Collector’s Edition being auctioned for as much as $1,400 on eBay. At this point, a restock of PS5 discs seems unlikely. However, Sandfall Interactive has some good news for hardcore fans hoping to own more than just a digital version of their favorite game.
The game’s official Twitter account announced that pre-orders for the Monolith Set will open on May 23 and close on Thursday, June 12 at 8 AM PDT. According to the announcement, the set includeseverything from the original Collector’s Edition ofClair Obscur, except for two items: a physical disc and downloadable cosmetic content. Sandfall Interactive claims that removing these items allowed the company to reduce the price to $119.99. For comparison, the PS5 Collector’s Edition launched at $149.99—roughly 20% more. Sadly, US-based fans should expect to pay additional fees due to the recent tariffs imposed on China, bringing the final cost above the $120 base price.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s Monolith Set Details
The originalCollector’s Edition ofClair Obscursold out within daysof its release. At the time, the developer promised to explore the possibility of a restock, though it acknowledged that doing so could be difficult. In recent years, publishers have increasingly leaned toward digital releases for their cost-efficiency. And the absence of PS5 discs inClair Obscur’s latest bundle may be a reflection of that trend. Regardless, fans seem excited about getting another chance at the game’s memorabilia.
The French indie studio Sandfall Interactive showed early signs of success, notably securing alive-action adaptation deal ahead ofClair Obscur’s release. Now, the company’s turn-based RPG is seen as a potential Game of the Year contender.
Given the game’s growing popularity, the newly unveiled Monolith Sets are expected to sell out even faster than the original Collector’s Edition. To prevent scalping, the developer has limited purchases to two sets per account. Fans are still encouraged to mark May 23, the first day of pre-orders, on their calendars to maximize their chances of securing a set.
