Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 boasts a cast of memorable characters, and none might bring as much joy as Esquie, the game's lovable giant companion who could easily be mistaken for a mascot. Amidst the excitement, Sandfall Interactive has issued a warning about the proliferation of fake merchandise featuring Esquie, particularly plush toys. In a post on X/Twitter from the official Expedition 33 account, the studio highlighted the emergence of "suspicious" websites selling unauthorized Esquie plushies.
"To be clear: any third-party websites selling Esquie plushies are NOT officially licensed," Sandfall Interactive emphasized. "Many of these sites use AI-generated artwork to advertise, and we strongly advise against purchasing from these sources as they could be scams."
However, there's good news for fans eager to get their hands on an Esquie plushie. Sandfall Interactive is actively working on an official version and aims to release it as soon as possible. "In the meantime, please be patient — and don’t get scammed!" the studio urged.
Players of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 will understand the high demand for an Esquie plushie. For those yet to embark on Expedition 33, Esquie is a giant helper introduced in Act 1, serving as both a traveling companion and a method of overworld travel. His charm and appeal are reminiscent of Big Hero 6's Baymax, making an Esquie plushie an attractive prospect.
A quick Google search reveals both unofficial websites selling Esquie plushies and online discussions about these unauthorized sellers. Fans looking for the authentic Esquie plushie from Sandfall and Kepler will need to wait a bit longer. There's no word yet on whether the official plushie will come filled with wine, adding a humorous twist to the anticipation.
Last week, Sandfall Interactive released patch 1.2.3 for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which included balance tweaks for Maelle's Stendhal ability. Additionally, French President Emmanuel Macron recently praised the game, lauding its developers as a "shining example of French audacity and creativity."
