Clair Obscur Studio Announces Official Esquie Plushie, Cautions About Scams

In the world of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, few characters capture the hearts of players quite like Esquie, the game's endearing giant companion who could easily be mistaken for a mascot. Amidst the excitement surrounding this beloved character, Sandfall Interactive has issued a warning regarding the proliferation of fake merchandise, particularly Esquie plushies. The studio has noticed a surge in "suspicious" websites selling these items, which they emphasize are not officially licensed.

In a recent post on X/Twitter from the official Expedition 33 account, Sandfall Interactive stated, "To be clear: any third-party websites selling Esquie plushies are NOT officially licensed. Many of them are using AI-generated artwork to advertise, and we strongly recommend against purchasing from these sources. They could be scams." This warning comes as a caution to fans eager to own a piece of their favorite game.

However, there's a silver lining for fans of Esquie. Sandfall Interactive is actively working on creating an official Esquie plushie. They are encouraging patience among their community, promising to release the official merchandise as soon as possible. "In the meantime, please be patient — and don’t get scammed!" the studio urged.

For those unfamiliar with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Esquie is introduced in Act 1 as a giant helper who not only accompanies players on their journey but also serves as a mode of transportation across the overworld. His charm and utility have drawn comparisons to Baymax from Big Hero 6, which explains the high demand for an Esquie plushie.

A quick search on Google reveals both unofficial sites selling Esquie plushies and online discussions about these sellers. Fans looking for authentic merchandise from Sandfall and Kepler will need to wait a bit longer. There has been no mention yet on whether the official plushie will include the whimsical touch of being filled with wine.

In other news, Sandfall Interactive recently released patch 1.2.3 for Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which included balance adjustments to Maelle's Stendhal ability. Additionally, French President Emmanuel Macron praised the game, highlighting its developers as a "shining example of French audacity and creativity."