Dive back into the dark world of Lies of P with Overture, the highly anticipated prequel DLC. Announced during Sony's State of Play 2025, Overture launches Summer 2025 on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. Witness the captivating gameplay in the trailer below.
Lies of P, a critically acclaimed single-player action RPG reimagining Pinocchio's tale through a Bloodborne-esque lens, earned an 8/10 from IGN. We praised its masterful execution of the Souls-like formula. Overture plunges players into the heart of the "Puppet Frenzy," unveiling the events that set the stage for the main game. Explore new environments, battle formidable new bosses, and uncover the mysteries surrounding a cryptic guide.
Lies of P: Overture Details
Lies of P: Overture serves as a dramatic prequel, transporting you to Krat during its final days, a city steeped in the haunting beauty of the late 19th-century Belle Époque. On the precipice of the devastating Puppet Frenzy, you'll follow a Legendary Stalker, a mysterious guide, through untold stories and chilling secrets. As Geppetto's deadly puppet, your journey through Krat and its surrounding areas will uncover hidden backstories and shape the destiny of Lies of P.
Setting & Story:
As Geppetto's puppet, you'll encounter a mysterious artifact that sends you back in time to Krat's final days of splendor. Shadowed by impending tragedy, you'll explore the past, uncovering its dark secrets – secrets filled with surprise, loss, and vengeance. Your choices will resonate through both past and present, revealing hidden truths and leaving lasting consequences. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure where the clash of steel meets the haunting melody of the unknown. Unravel the mysteries of the past, for within the darkness lies the key to understanding this timeless tale reborn.
Key Features:
- Return to Krat: Discover the unexplored horrors and splendor of Krat in its twilight years. Explore majestic, unseen locations, from grand landmarks to opulent mansions and eerie ruins. Confront formidable new enemies and uncover secrets hidden within the city's decaying grandeur.
- Meet the Legendary Stalker: Journey back in time with Lea, the Legendary Stalker, on her relentless quest for vengeance. Explore unseen areas of Krat and uncover the hidden past of this dark reimagining of Pinocchio's tale. Discover untold stories of both familiar and new characters.
- Forge New Weapons: Master a new combat style as you face cunning enemies in unfamiliar labyrinths. Unlock powerful new armaments and Legion Arms, forging a uniquely yours combat style.
- Triumph Over Adversity: Engage in intense encounters throughout Krat and its surroundings. Confront powerful new bosses and enemies as you fight to uncover the mysteries of a world on the brink of collapse.
“We knew the end of Lies of P was just the beginning,” said Jiwon Choi, game director at Round8 Studio. “Lies of P: Overture allows us to fully explore the past and present of our universe. We’re grateful for our community’s patience.”
Neowiz, Lies of P's publisher, previously teased the first DLC and confirmed plans for a sequel. Lies of P sold over one million copies in less than a month after its September 18, 2023 launch on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam), and Mac (Mac App Store).
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