Charlie Cox finally played Clair Obscur after 'fraud' fears

Charlie Cox has finally played Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 after previously admitting he felt like a 'total fraud' for his Game Awards nomination without trying the game. As reported by IGN, the Daredevil star told GamesRadar+ he's now experienced a portion of the upcoming RPG where he voices the character Gustave.

What Cox said about playing the game

'I've since played a bit of it. Not the whole thing, I haven't completed it,' Cox told GamesRadar+. He admitted he's not particularly skilled at gaming, saying 'I'm not very good, because obviously, it's a skill set, but I've played it.'

This marks a significant change from his previous statements where he confessed to feeling fraudulent when fans praised his performance in the game he'd never actually experienced. In June 2025, Cox revealed he'd recorded all his dialogue in just four hours and felt uncomfortable accepting praise for work he hadn't seen in action.

The motion capture distinction

Cox has consistently emphasised that his contribution to Clair Obscur was limited to voice work only. French actor Maxence Cazorla handled the motion capture performance that brings Gustave to life on screen.

'There's an amazing French actor, by the name of Maxence Cazorla, who did almost all of the motion capture for that role in that game,' Cox explained during The Game Awards 2025 nomination period. 'So any nomination or credit I get, I really have to give to him — I believe that the performance of that character is really down to him, and my voice was just part of that process.'

The distinction proved important when Cox was nominated for Best Performance at The Game Awards 2025, though the award ultimately went to his co-star Jennifer English.

What this means for Cox's gaming future

Cox's experience with Clair Obscur has 'opened a new avenue for my professional work' and led to another gaming project where he's 'much more involved.' While details remain scarce about this upcoming collaboration, it suggests the actor has gained a new appreciation for the medium after finally experiencing it firsthand.

The actor's honest admission about his initial disconnect from gaming culture — mentioning that Mario 64 was probably the last game he'd played — has resonated with industry observers. His willingness to acknowledge both his inexperience and the collaborative nature of game development has earned respect from Clair Obscur's development team.

Frequently Asked Questions

Has Charlie Cox played Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?

Yes, Charlie Cox has confirmed he's played a portion of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, though he hasn't completed the entire game. He described playing 'the opening bit for a while' and meeting the characters.

Who does Charlie Cox voice in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?

Charlie Cox provides the voice for the character Gustave in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. He recorded all his dialogue in approximately four hours but did not perform motion capture work.

Who performed the motion capture for Gustave in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33?

French actor Maxence Cazorla performed almost all the motion capture work for Gustave. Cox has consistently credited Cazorla as the primary contributor to the character's in-game performance.

Why did Charlie Cox feel like a fraud about Clair Obscur?

Cox felt fraudulent because fans would praise his performance in a game he'd never actually played. He was nominated for Best Performance at The Game Awards 2025 despite having no firsthand experience with the final product.

Is Charlie Cox working on other video game projects?

Yes, Cox revealed he's working on a new video game project where he'll be 'much more involved' than his Clair Obscur role. He said his first gaming experience opened 'a new avenue' for his professional work.

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