Dispatch narrative designer Polly Ragouimov noted:
Taking time out of your own speech to talk about another game is very valuable, especially in this category.
Creative director Dennis Lenart added:
There is a special camaraderie among developers who believe in the importance of storytelling in games.
Both emphasized that the story of Clair Obscur is impressive even without spoilers: Ragouimov described the beginning of the game as "brutal," Lenart called the plot "simply incredible."
Dispatch and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 are recognized as some of the best games of 2025. Sandfall Interactive is already working on a new project, and AdHoc is creating a game in the Critical Role universe.