Lies of P’s Overture DLC Took Almost 2 Years, But Its Sequel Could Be Right Around the Corner

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In contrast to numerous video games throughout the years that have unsuccessfully attempted to infuse a dark twist into timeless children’s stories, “Lies of P” breaks free from this pattern. Although it shares roots with Carlo Collodi’s 1883 novel, “The Adventures of Pinocchio,” Round8 Studio’s steampunk-inspired game manages to avoid the pitfalls common in more mature games based on well-known fairy tales. The narrative, setting, and characters in “Lies of P” exhibit a refreshing originality, while its focus on storytelling sets it apart from other Soulslike games. As for gameplay, “Lies of P” is often praised as one of the top Soulslike games currently available.

Approximately two years ago, “Lies of P” was launched on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. Remarkably, this game has managed to maintain its relevance in today’s cultural landscape. To date, “Lies of P” has sold more than 3 million copies across all platforms, signifying an immediate triumph for developers Round8 and publisher Neowiz. Recently, Round8 Studio introduced a DLC named “Lies of P: Overture“, but fans are already eagerly waiting for another game set in its universe. Excitingly, it seems that a sequel to “Lies of P” might be on the horizon sooner than some might expect.

During the Summer Game Fest event hosted by Geoff Keighley in June, the game “Lies of P: Overture” was stealthily released on every accessible platform.

A Sequel to Lies of P is Apparently Coming Out in Fiscal Year 2026

In the report they published last February, Neowiz shared tentative launch dates for various games in their development pipeline. At that time, they announced that the DLC for the yet-to-be-released game “Lies of P” was planned for fiscal year 2025, along with other titles like the mobile MMORPG “Kingdom 2” and the PC exclusive platformer “Goodbye Seoul”. Moreover, Neowiz also mentioned several games that aimed to release in fiscal year 2026. These included a steampunk RPG from WolfEye Studios, a noir-Western game from Zakazane, and quite unexpectedly, a sequel to “Lies of P”.

List of Upcoming Games from Neowiz’s Recent Earnings Report

It’s Surprising that Lies of P 2 is Seemingly Launching So Soon

It’s not surprising to many fans that Neowiz and Round8 are reportedly working on a sequel to the recently released game “Lies of P,” given their quick confirmation. What may surprise fans, though, is the rumor that the sequel could be released so quickly.

The upcoming game, Lies of P 2, is slated for release within the fiscal year 2026. This means it might become available as early as now up until June 2026. Essentially, gamers might enjoy the new title within the next 12 months and not long after the launch of the Lies of P: Overture DLC, which was released approximately two years following the base game’s launch. However, various factors could potentially delay its release past this window.

There’s Not a Lot Known About Lies of P’s Sequel Yet, And It Could Get Delayed

Credits: Neowiz

Looking forward to the possibility that a sequel to Lies of P might soon be available in stores, it’s important to mention that Neowiz has shared very little information about it thus far. Most details concerning the game have stemmed from job postings on their official website. For instance, earlier this year, fans spotted a job posting for Lies of P 2 which highlighted an applicant with experience in designing Player vs Player balance systems among its qualifications.

From the information available, it seems several people are guessing that “Lies of P 2” might incorporate a multiplayer mode, although the specifics remain unclear.

It’s exciting to think that we might see the release of Lies of P 2 next year, but there are some indications suggesting that the game may experience a delay. For instance, several titles from Neowiz have been moved from FY 2025 to FY 2026. Furthermore, Round8 Studio is still in the process of hiring crucial personnel for the development of Lies of P 2.

Compared to the recent arrival of the Overture DLC for Lies of P, a release date as far out as 2027 seems quite distant. Yet, if the sequel to Lies of P is indeed set to meet its FY 2026 deadline, then it might be announced relatively soon, potentially at an event like Gamescom or The Game Awards.

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2025-08-16 00:47