Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Patch 1.3.0 is now live as of June 12, bringing with it a wave of quality-of-life improvements, balance updates, and long-awaited features. Whether you’re looking to rematch Simon, test your limits with Challenge Modifiers, or take advantage of the newly improved parry and dodge windows, this update adds depth and accessibility to both early- and late-game experiences. In this guide, we’ll break down the most important changes in Patch 1.3.0, what they mean for your builds, and link to relevant guides to help you adapt and optimize.
Patch 1.3.0 Recap – What Changed in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?
Patch 1.3.0 dropped on June 12. If you’ve stepped away from Expedition 33, this is the perfect time to jump back in.
Simon Rematch Now Available
One of the most requested features is now in the game! After defeating Simon, you can now rematch him at will. This opens new opportunities for mastery runs and gear tests.
→ Need a refresher on late-game loadouts? Read our Gustave Weapon Guide
🛡️ Story Mode Just Got Easier
If you found the parry/dodge timing a bit too tight—good news:
- Parry & dodge windows increased by 40%
- Incoming damage reduced by 10% to 50%, depending on difficulty
This is a massive buff to accessibility and should help new players or those struggling with Lune’s or Maelle’s defensive mechanics.
→ New to parry mechanics? Read our full Parry & Dodge Mastery GuideChallenge Modifiers Introduced
For those in Act III and beyond, new modifiers can be toggled at flag checkpoints:
- Cap your damage at 99,999 or 999,999
- Multiply enemy HP up to 100x
This feature is a dream for those seeking high-stakes or “no-damage” runs. It also provides new content for late-game theorycrafters.
Bug Fixes and Polish (297 Total!)
Some highlights from this massive wave of under-the-hood improvements:
- Verso now gains Perfection properly while in reserve (finally!)
- Fixed lag tied to Simoso’s weapon
- Major stability and crash fixes, especially for Xbox Series X|S
- Ultrawide and resolution scaling fixes
- Placeholder textures and terrain issues cleaned up near Chromatic Boucheclier
- Several lingering memory leak issues addressed
⚙️ System & UI Improvements
- Audio mute toggle added for background mode
- Joystick and mouse sensitivity updated
- Save files can now be renamed manually (EXPEDITION_00 to 09)
→ Planning a fresh run or stat reset? See our Attribute Allocation Guide
Localization Updates
- Chinese, Japanese, and Korean font sizes adjusted
- French voiceover issues resolved
- End-game credits updated with new VO
Conclusion
Patch 1.3.0 marks a pivotal update for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, especially for players seeking smoother combat flow and fresh endgame challenges. Whether you’re returning to rematch Simon, taking advantage of the expanded parry/dodge windows, or exploring the new challenge modifiers, now is the perfect time to refine your builds.
If you’re looking to optimize your journey post-patch, be sure to check out our most in-depth guides below:
For a full understanding of stat scaling and gear synergy, don’t miss the Ultimate Expedition 33 Attribute Guide — now more important than ever with the patch’s mechanical changes.
Stay sharp, Expeditioners. We’ll keep the guides updated as more hotfixes and balance passes drop!
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- June 24, 2025
