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While Clair Obscur Expedition 33 continues to receive widespread acclaim, the game’s dual endings have sparked an ongoing debate among its passionate fanbase. Some players swear by one conclusion, while others champion the opposite. However, when it comes to the cast of the game, it seems they’re not as divided as their fans. Jennifer English and Ben Starr, who portray Maëlle and Verso, respectively, have made their preferences clear, and both agree on the same choice. In fact, according to the cast, one ending stands out above the rest.
The Big Debate: Which Ending Is the Best?
Just last week, Clair Obscur, the critically acclaimed game from French studio Sandfall Interactive, took home its second Game of the Year 2025 award at the prestigious Golden Joystick Awards, following the Thailand Game Awards. The excitement surrounding the game was palpable, with fans and industry professionals alike celebrating its innovative storytelling, stunning visuals, and complex character arcs. During the event, several members of the cast were asked a question that has been on the minds of many fans: Which ending of Clair Obscur Expedition 33 is the best?
For those still navigating the twists and turns of Clair Obscur or those who plan to experience it in the future, we won’t spoil the specifics of the endings. However, we can reveal that the game offers two starkly different conclusions. These opposing endings have sparked deep philosophical debates among fans, leading to a dilemma for many who find it difficult to choose between them. The contrast between the two endings is so pronounced that it has inspired fans to reflect on themes of reality, identity, and choice.
Maëlle and Verso themselves answer that question
Despite the fan division, Jennifer English and Ben Starr didn’t hesitate when asked which ending they preferred. Both actors, who recently won Best Lead Actress and Best Supporting Actor awards for their roles as Maëlle and Verso, respectively, were quick to voice their support for one particular ending. For Jennifer English, the choice was easy: she expressed a strong desire to see Maëlle thrive, even in an alternate reality, and encouraged fans to embrace Maëlle’s journey by letting her « live her delulu fantasy life. »
Ben Starr echoed her sentiments, though he approached the question from a slightly different perspective. Without getting too bogged down in metaphysical debates, he enthusiastically backed Maëlle’s ending as well. « I really like my acting in it. Please play this ending… I’m really proud of some of the stuff I do in there. I got this award because I was so good in that ending. Choose the Maëlle ending to see why I won this award,» he joked.
So, while fans continue to argue over the best conclusion to Clair Obscur Expedition 33, in the end, Maëlle’s ending seems to be the one that resonated most strongly with both of them.
Source : GamesRadar+
