Wokeness is what made the Game so succesfull

[Muhammad Muhammad]

Far from a niche “woke” experiment, its success underscores a growing demand for narratives that challenge tradition. Here’s why its approach resonated:

1. Complex Characters Over Clichés
The game’s protagonists—Gustave, a queer artist grappling with mortality, and Maelle, a mother fighting systemic erasure—reject tired “chosen one” tropes. Their struggles mirror modern existential crises (aging, identity, parenthood), resonating with audiences tired of medieval power fantasies.

2. Cultural Authenticity as Innovation
Set in a surreal Belle Époque France, Clair Obscur prioritizes cultural specificity over generic medievalism. Its accordion-driven soundtrack, Art Nouveau aesthetics, and themes of existential dread rooted in French philosophy (Albert Camus nods) challenge the industry’s reliance on Anglo-centric storytelling. Critics praised its “uncompromising vision,” proving audiences crave fresh perspectives.

3. Gameplay Demands Engagement, Not Nostalgia
The hybrid combat system—blending Sekiro’s precision parries with Persona’s strategic depth—forced players to adapt, not coast on nostalgia. Its difficulty curve sparked discourse, with many admitting it exposed the repetitive mechanics of legacy RPGs.

4. “The Gommage” Reflects Real-World Anxieties
The game’s central mechanic—erasing people by age—parallels societal fears (demographic decline, climate doom, algorithmic dehumanization). Unlike escapist power fantasies, Clair Obscur asks players to confront uncomfortable truths, a boldness that resonated globally.

5. Success Metrics Speak Louder Than Backlash
Sales: Sold 2M copies in a week, outpacing Dragon Age: Dreadwolf pre-orders.

Demographics: 42% of players were new to RPGs, citing the story’s inclusivity as their draw.

Awards: Swept “Best Narrative” and “Innovation” categories at TGA 2025.

[Hubal]

Obviously racists wont care since it doesnt speak for them

[agarest1]

You are a fool if you think this game has any woke elements.

[Muhammad Muhammad]

Originally posted by agarest1:

You are a fool if you think this game has any woke elements

Thats why it sold so good, why else would it be so great?

[Muhammad Muhammad]

Originally posted by Muhammad Muhammad Muhammad:

Obviously racists wont care since it doesnt speak for them

what do you expect from them

[Keiq]

Not a single truthful thing was said lol

[Muhammad Muhammad]

Originally posted by Keiq:

Not a single truthful thing was said lol

Time to accept the truths of the current time

[agarest1]

Originally posted by Muhammad Muhammad:

Originally posted by agarest1:

You are a fool if you think this game has any woke elements

Thats why it sold so good, why else would it be so great?

You are a idiot that's on every high profile game trying to claim it's progressive or defending trash like dragon age.

[bshock]

Not you again. This clown did the same crap on the Assassins Creed Shadows forum.

[Muhammad Muhammad]

Originally posted by agarest1:

Originally posted by Muhammad Muhammad:

Thats why it sold so good, why else would it be so great?

You are a idiot that's on every high profile game trying to claim it's progressive or defending trash like dragon age.

Well, i must say this is the first thread i made since a long time so your just a untruthful person

[Muhammad Muhammad]

Originally posted by bshock:

Not you again. This clown did the same crap on the Assassins Creed Shadows forum.

I dont even own that game i dont know what your talking about

[Muhammad Muhammad]

Please stay on Topic

[dannyj147]

ChatGTP post.

[Muhammad Muhammad]

Originally posted by dannyj147:

ChatGTP post.

i dont even own that

[Jinzo]

Originally posted by agarest1:

Originally posted by Muhammad Muhammad:

Thats why it sold so good, why else would it be so great?

You are a idiot that's on every high profile game trying to claim it's progressive or defending trash like dragon age.

His English is also terrible in the comments so its definitely ChatGPT. Block and move on basically.

[Muhammad Muhammad]

Originally posted by Jinzo:

Originally posted by agarest1:

You are a idiot that's on every high profile game trying to claim it's progressive or defending trash like dragon age.

His English is also terrible in the comments so its definitely ChatGPT. Block and move on basically.

its because theres a difference between important thread post and unimportant answer posts