Expedition 33 already has its first “clone” in China: this is the promising remake of Sword and Fairy 4

After being proclaimed the overall winner at this year’s Game Awards, there is no doubt about it: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a video game that has made history in the industry. Sandfall Interactive’s debut title has not only marked a turning point in the RPG genre, but has also paved the way for many role-playing games to follow. The best example of this can be found in one of the most eagerly awaited video games by the Chinese public.

A few hours ago, CubeGame and developer UP Software released the first in-game trailer for the remake of Sword and Fairy 4, a title that is already being compared to Expedition 33 and which some are calling a “clone” of the French RPG. These comments arise from the part of the video that shows the combat system, where the interface and camera shots are very similar to those featured in Expedition 33. Therefore, many believe that this is the first game clearly inspired by Sandfall Interactive’s work.

Is the remake of Sword and Fairy 4 inspired by Expedition 33?

Sword and Fairy 4 is a classic RPG that was a hit on the Chinese market almost 20 years ago. However, its remake will introduce substantial changes that will shift it towards action, and this is clear from the latest trailer, which shows a parry system that looks like it was taken from Expedition 33. In addition to this, the game has a similar aesthetic to the French RPG, so many users are convinced that it is very clear what the developers’ source of inspiration is.

In fact, this situation is not surprising to much of the community. Companies wanting to imitate the game of the moment is something that has always happened, even when Persona 5 was released, another role-playing game that made a big splash. At the moment, Sword and Fairy 4 Remake has no release date on PC, but it has already become one of the most talked-about games in the last days of 2025.

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