If you've spent any time with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, you've probably noticed that it proudly celebrates the games that helped shape it. As he explained: "There's really something about that gameplay that I've been looking for ever since Kingdom Hearts 2." It's an opinion that many longtime Kingdom Hearts fans have debated over the years. While Kingdom Hearts 3 delivered spectacular visuals and massive set pieces, plenty of players have argued that Kingdom Hearts 2 still offers the tighter and more rewarding combat system. Looking at Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, it's easy to see how those influences found their way into the finished game.