Lies of P's prequel, Overture, is coming summer 2025.
Revealed during Sony's State of Play 2025 showcase, Lies of P: Overture will launch on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms. A gameplay trailer is available below.
Lies of P, a critically acclaimed single-player action RPG reimagining Pinocchio within a Bloodborne-esque framework, received an 8/10 rating from IGN. The review praised its skillful execution of the soulslike formula.
Overture plunges players into the events preceding the main game, exploring the origins of the Puppet Frenzy. The trailer showcases new environments, bosses, and hints at a mysterious guide character.
Lies of P: Overture Details
Serving as a prequel to the lauded Lies of P, Overture transports players to Krat, a city on the cusp of ruin, displaying its late 19th-century Belle Époque aesthetic. Players assume the role of Geppetto's puppet, guided by a Legendary Stalker, uncovering untold stories and secrets before the Puppet Frenzy.
Setting & Story:
As Geppetto's creation, you'll encounter an artifact that catapults you back to Krat's final days. Explore the city's past, uncovering dark secrets amidst impending tragedy. Your choices will impact both the past and present, revealing hidden truths and shaping consequences.
Prepare for a thrilling adventure blending intense combat with enigmatic mysteries. Unravel the past to unlock the secrets of this reimagined classic tale.
Key Features:
- Explore Krat's Unexplored Depths: Journey through Krat's unseen locations, from grand landmarks to opulent mansions and haunted ruins. Face formidable new enemies and uncover hidden secrets within the city's decaying beauty.
- Meet the Legendary Stalker: Embark on a quest for vengeance alongside Lea, the Legendary Stalker. Uncover hidden stories and mysteries surrounding both familiar and new characters.
- Master New Combat Styles: Confront challenging enemies across treacherous terrain. Unlock powerful new weapons and Legion Arms to craft a unique combat style.
- Triumph Over Intense Battles: Engage in high-stakes encounters against powerful bosses and enemies as you unravel the mysteries of a collapsing world.
Round8 Studio's game director, Jiwon Choi, stated that Overture allows a deeper exploration of the Lies of P universe. Neowiz, the publisher, has previously hinted at further DLC and a sequel. Lies of P achieved impressive sales figures, surpassing one million copies sold within a month of its September 18, 2023 release across multiple platforms. For more on the announcements from State of Play 2025, refer to IGN's comprehensive roundup.
