Esquie Movement Guide: How to Avoid Getting Stuck in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Patch 1.2.3 Fixes)

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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a visually stunning turn-based RPG set in a Belle Époque-inspired world. As you traverse dreamlike landscapes, your paintbrush-powered companion Esquie plays a key role in exploration. But until recently, many players struggled with frustrating movement bugs—especially with Esquie getting stuck in narrow areas or beneath floating platforms.

Thankfully, the new Patch 1.2.3 addresses many of these issues, offering smoother movement mechanics and better collision handling.

In this updated guide, you’ll learn:

  • ✅ What Esquie stuck bugs were fixed in Patch 1.2.3

  • 🧭 Tips to prevent getting stuck or losing progress

  • 💡 How to recover if Esquie still gets stuck

  • 🌍 World map navigation improvements

Whether you're just starting out or returning post-update, this guide will help you move through Expedition 33 more fluidly than ever.

🔧 Esquie Movement Bugs Fixed in Patch 1.2.3

The team at Sandfall Interactive has tackled several key bugs causing Esquie to freeze, fall, or clip into geometry. Here's a breakdown of the most important fixes:

🎨 1. Paint Bridge Glitches

  • Old Issue: Esquie would sometimes fall through or clip off paint bridges during takeoff.

  • Patch 1.2.3 Fix: Transitions from bridges are now seamless, and lift-offs no longer cause sudden drops.

Esquie Movement Guide, Avoid Getting Stuck in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Patch 1.2.3
🏰 2. Levitation Structure Traps

  • Old Issue: Flying too close to the underside of floating architecture near Visages would trap Esquie.

  • Fix: Improved collision detection prevents Esquie from locking into invisible surfaces.

💧 3. Flying Waters Entrance Freeze

  • Old Issue: A terrain seam near the Flying Waters entrance caused freezing mid-movement.

  • Fix: That region has been smoothed out for better flight and ground traversal.

⚒️ 4. Giant Hammer Area (Near Blades’ Graveyard)

  • Old Issue: Players reported Esquie getting wedged near a massive hammer while approaching Blades’ Graveyard.

  • Fix: Collision boxes have been refined to eliminate unexpected blockages.

🛠️ General Movement Tips for Esquie (Post-Patch)

Patch 1.2.3 helps a lot—but here’s how to minimize movement bugs entirely:

🔓 1. Unlock All Esquie Abilities

Some stuck issues occur when attempting to traverse areas without the correct mobility powers. Be sure to unlock:

  • Swim – unlocked early in the campaign

  • Break Coral Barriers – mid-game

  • Flight – unlocked after defeating the Paintress

  • Underwater Diving – missable, so double-check side quests!

🧭 Tip: The Underwater Diving ability is required for hidden loot zones—don’t skip it!

🚫 2. Avoid Tight Geometry

While Patch 1.2.3 improves hitboxes, narrow spaces between corals, lanterns, and walls can still occasionally cause hiccups. Take care when navigating tight corners.

🕊️ 3. Control Flight Carefully

  • Don’t fly too close to the bottom of floating structures or staircases.

  • Use quick dodge inputs to reposition Esquie if motion feels sluggish.

  • Avoid steep vertical transitions unless you’re sure you have the necessary height boost unlocked.

🧩 What to Do If You Still Get Stuck

If Esquie gets trapped post-update, try these workarounds:

  1. Spam Dodge/Quick Movement Keys – Rapid directional inputs often jolt Esquie free.

  2. Fast Travel to Nearest Expedition Flag – Open the world map and teleport to a previously visited Rest Point.

  3. Quick Save & Reload – Most softlocks resolve after a fresh reload.

  4. Submit a Bug Report – Found a new bug? Send a screenshot and location details to Sandfall Interactive’s official bug form or Discord.

🌍 Additional World Navigation Fixes in Patch 1.2.3

Beyond Esquie’s movement, Patch 1.2.3 includes several quality-of-life improvements that enhance world traversal:

✅ Fixed pathing issues between Stone Wave Cliff lanterns
✅ Improved collision around the Forgotten Battlefield shipwreck
✅ Adjusted floating rock geometry in multiple zones

🧭 Pro Tip: Revisit older zones after updating—you may now access previously unreachable areas!

🎉 Final Thoughts: A Smoother Expedition Awaits

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Patch 1.2.3 dramatically improves Esquie’s movement, reducing frustration and improving world exploration. Whether you’re chasing hidden relics or simply gliding through watercolor skies, these changes offer a smoother, more reliable experience.

🔮 Looking ahead: Sandfall Interactive has teased additional traversal upgrades in upcoming patches, so stay tuned!

💬 Have You Encountered Any New Stuck Spots?

Share your experiences in the comments! If this guide helped you avoid movement bugs, consider sharing it with fellow Expeditioners.

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