Lies of P Preview Unveiled at Sony State of Play

Lies of P's captivating world expands with a prequel DLC: Overture.

Revealed during Sony's State of Play 2025 showcase, Lies of P: Overture launches Summer 2025 on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. A gameplay trailer offers a glimpse into the new content.

Building upon the critically acclaimed, Bloodborne-esque action RPG, Lies of P (IGN rated 8/10), Overture delves into the origins of the Puppet Frenzy. The trailer showcases fresh environments, formidable new bosses, and hints at a mysterious mentor character.

Lies of P: Overture – Key Details:

Lies of P: Overture serves as a dramatic prequel, transporting players to Krat, a city in its twilight hours, showcasing the haunting beauty of a late 19th-century Belle Époque setting. On the precipice of the devastating Puppet Frenzy, players assume the role of Geppetto's deadly puppet, guided by a Legendary Stalker, uncovering untold stories and chilling secrets.

Setting & Story:

As Geppetto's creation, you encounter a mysterious artifact that thrusts you into Krat's final days of splendor. The looming tragedy sets the stage for exploring the past, unraveling dark secrets, and facing the consequences of your choices – choices that resonate across both past and present, revealing hidden truths.

Key Features:

• Explore Krat's Untold History: Journey through previously unseen areas of Krat, from its outskirts to its opulent mansions and eerie ruins, encountering new enemies and uncovering hidden secrets within the city's decaying grandeur.
• Meet the Legendary Stalker: Embark on a quest for vengeance alongside Lea, the Legendary Stalker. Uncover untold stories and mysteries surrounding both familiar and new characters, experiencing the gripping drama that shapes this dark reimagining of Pinocchio's tale.
• Master New Combat Styles: Confront challenging enemies across treacherous terrain, requiring resourcefulness and skill. Unlock powerful new weapons and Legion Arms, allowing for the creation of unique combat styles.
• Epic Boss Battles: Engage in intense battles against powerful new bosses and enemies, as you strive to unravel the mysteries of a world on the brink of collapse.

Round8 Studio's Game Director, Jiwon Choi, expressed excitement about expanding the Lies of P universe, stating that Overture allows for a complete exploration of the past and present.

Neowiz, the publisher, previously hinted at the first DLC and confirmed plans for a sequel. Lies of P achieved remarkable success, selling over one million copies within a month of its September 18, 2023 release across multiple platforms. For more on PlayStation 5's future releases, check out IGN's State of Play 2025 coverage.