Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Gustave looking suspicious

Some Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 fans believe they have figured out the identity of one of the bosses coming in the game’s free DLC update.

Some Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 fans are convinced that an Esquie boss fight is coming to the hit game. The theory is based on a recent social media tweak, as well as Sandfall Interactive’s confirmation that it isn’t done making Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 content.

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Sciel speaking with Esquie

In early October 2025, Sandfall and publisher Kepler Interactive announced that their hit role-playing game surpassed 5 million sales. Commemorating the occasion, the companies said that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is getting a free DLC update introducing a variety of content, including a new location and boss fights.

Spooky Esquie Artwork Sparks New Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Boss Fight Theories

Though no bosses were named in the announcement, some fans are convinced that Esquie will be one of them after a spooky depiction of the lovable giant appeared on the game’s official social media channels. The move sparked speculation that a darker take on Esquie—whether in the form of a mood swing or an “evil twin” sort of character—is inbound with the free update. Sandfall has not yet provided concrete details on how the DLC will expand Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s boss lineup, making educated guesses difficult, but also leaving all possibilities on the table for now.

There’s a Simpler Explanation for the Spooky Esquie Artwork

There’s also a simpler way to interpret recent developments: with Halloween season in full swing, the avatar swap may be a playful nod to the calendar rather than a cryptic hint at an upcoming boss. The free Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 update does not yet have a release date or even a release window, making it unlikely to launch before 2026. It may therefore be too early for Sandfall and Kepler to begin teasing its contents beyond what’s already been said in the initial announcement.

Clair Obscur Expedition 33 Esquie offering Maelle a hug

Would an Esquie Boss Fight Even Work?

Esquie has been widely lauded as the breakout star of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. The gentle giant shaped like a vintage wine bottle quickly endeared himself to fans through a mix of poignant and humorous quotes, all brought to life through a memorable performance by French actor Maxence Cazorla. Several in-game characters refer to him as an extremely powerful being, and players themselves witness his usefulness after he joins the party and helps it move around.

There is, therefore, precedent in the Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 lore for Esquie to serve as a formidable boss fight, should Sandfall choose to go in that direction. And while there appears to be no narrative reason for the expeditioners to battle him, some of the game’s existing boss encounters prove that its writers are willing and able to justify clashes between allies under certain circumstances.