The gaming industry is at a crossroads, and former PlayStation Studios president Shuhei Yoshida thinks he knows the way forward. In a recent interview with PlayStation Inside, Yoshida praised Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a game that blends AAA ambition with an AA budget and independent vision.
Quality Without the Hefty Price Tag
Yoshida believes Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 strikes the perfect balance between high-quality gaming and affordability. The game delivers a unique experience that’s both engaging and reasonably priced. This approach could be a game-changer for the industry, which is increasingly dominated by expensive AAA titles.
Shuhei Yoshida
A Shift in Focus
Yoshida has lost interest in AAA games, which he believes have become too numerous and lacking in a clear direction. He’s hoping Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will succeed and bring attention back to AA games, proving that quality doesn’t have to come with a hefty price tag or a massive development team.
Yoshida’s comments highlight a growing concern in the gaming industry: the need for a more balanced approach to game development. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is available now on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Game Pass.
Source: GamesRadar+