Expedition 33 is Absolute Cinema | Asmongold

Asmongold spends most of this stream playing Expedition 33, a turn-based RPG he's been working through for days. He's deep into the game now, pushing through new zones, fighting bosses, and upgrading his party. The episode is essentially a long-form gameplay session punctuated by his running commentary on strategy, difficulty, and why he thinks this is the best game he's played all year.

The Central Thesis: This Is Game of the Year

Asmongold's core argument is straightforward and repeated throughout the stream: Expedition 33 is his game of the year, and he doesn't think it's close. He compares his feeling about it to how he felt about Elden Ring when that came out — a game that just clicks, where he wants to keep playing and exploring. He says it repeatedly: "This is my game of the year for sure. I don't even really think it's a question at this point." The claim is not argued through analysis of mechanics or narrative design; it's argued through demonstrated engagement. He's been playing for hours, he's excited to come back tomorrow, and he's invested in the characters and world in a way that feels genuine rather than performative.

Difficulty, Strategy, and the "Easiest Game of My Life" Bit