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Clair Obscur Expedition 33 took inspiration from a surprising anime - Soul Eater creator's Fire Force: "Because it was a JRPG, we tried to find a mix"
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 borrows Fire Force sound design to shape its combat audio, according to the development team.
- Audio lead Raphael Joffres and designer Maxance Playez discuss mixing Japanese and Western sound styles for stronger attacks.
- Fire Force’s energy influenced Expedition 33’s bass-heavy attack sounds and rhythm, the developers say.
- Playez notes Fire Force helped cement a sub and bass-heavy design direction for Expedition 33.
- Development team aimed for powerful, bass-driven sounds that still felt realistic during combat.
- The audio team referenced Japanese animation to craft attack sounds, counters, and the overall rhythm of combat.
- The discussion took place during an audio post-mortem panel at GDC with GamesRadar+ in attendance.
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is described as a JRPG that blends influences from Soul Eater creator Atsushi Ohkubo’s Fire Force.
- The article ties the audio approach to the game’s broader development and its reception at industry events.
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s sound design is cited as a key differentiator in its reception among JRPGs.
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