Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Player Spends 8 Hours Parrying Boss Over 10,000 Times
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has captured the attention of RPG fans worldwide, blending classic JRPG mechanics with modern graphics and design. Recently, a player on Reddit under the username Recordbreaks shared a jaw-dropping feat that demonstrates the extreme dedication and endurance this game can demand.
The player faced the formidable boss Duolliste and fought for 8 hours, 2 minutes, and 36 seconds, successfully executing 10,544 parries during the battle. The extraordinary length of this encounter was partly due to a “one-man show” situation: before reaching the boss, all party members except Verso had been defeated and sent home, leaving the player to face the challenge alone.
Recordbreaks admitted that they initially considered leveling up before attempting the solo fight, but after spending 5 hours immersed in the story, they pressed on immediately leading to nearly half a day of parry-intensive combat.
About Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
The game is a real-time turn-based RPG where players control a party of adventurers tasked with defeating The Paintress, a villain who assigns deadly ages to characters each year. This year’s number is 33, and the protagonists Gustave, Maelle, and their companions—must prevent a repeat of past tragedies.
Gameplay combines strategic command input with the ability to dodge and chain attacks, allowing for high-skill maneuvers and combo-based combat. Players explore a fantasy world inspired by the Belle Époque era, featuring stunning visuals and intricate world design.
This recent feat highlights not just the game’s difficulty but also its depth and the satisfaction players can achieve through patience and mastery. For JRPG enthusiasts, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 offers both a compelling narrative and a challenging gameplay experience, modernizing classic turn-based mechanics for today’s audience.
