Since its release in 2023, Lies of P has surprised the gaming community, solidifying Round8 Studio’s position in the competitive soulslike genre, traditionally dominated by FromSoftware. This action RPG, which reimagines the classic tale of Pinocchio, has been acclaimed by critics and players alike, bringing with it a dark atmosphere and intense combat that have captured the imagination of many.
A DLC that promises many hours of fun.
Recently, it was announced that the highly anticipated DLC, titled Overture, is scheduled to be released this summer. During a presentation at the latest State of Play, a first look was given at some of the new bosses, weapons, and environments that will be available in this expansion. According to the game director, Jiwon Choi, Overture will offer between 15 and 20 hours of additional content for those who are already veterans of the title.
Overture will not only expand the narrative of Lies of P, but it will also serve as an interconnected prequel to the original story. Choi emphasized that this expansion aims to complete the experience of the base game, a challenge that the team faced with dedication. “Developing the expansion was a joint effort to choose the best content,” Choi mentioned, highlighting the importance of maintaining high quality across all the material offered.
An interesting aspect is that Overture will not be related to the final scene of the base game, which has led to speculation about the possibility of a sequel. According to Choi, many elements that were not included in Lies of P will be developed in this expansion, which could open new narrative avenues for future projects. Players will be able to access this DLC once they complete chapter 9, allowing a journey to the past in the unsettling city of Krat, before it falls into chaos.
