Lies of P is Starting 2025 with a Bang

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As a seasoned gamer and longtime fan of creative storytelling, I couldn’t be more thrilled about the future of Lies of P. The original game was a masterful blend of action, adventure, and soulslikes that kept me hooked for weeks. Now, with the confirmation of a DLC and a sequel in 2025, it seems like Pinocchio’s journey is far from over.

Initially announced in May 2021, “Lies of P” generated a lot of interest from the start, thanks to its unique concept alone. The idea of a dark souls-like adaptation of Pinocchio might have seemed a bit far-fetched initially, but it was undeniably intriguing. Upon its release in September 2023, players soon discovered that “Lies of P” wasn’t just about an interesting premise; its engaging combat mechanics, imaginative boss and enemy designs, and rewarding character and weapon upgrade systems quickly established the game as one of the top soulslike titles available.

Although some may think that the endings of “Lies of P” imply otherwise, Pinocchio’s adventure isn’t over just yet. In fact, a DLC and sequel for “Lies of P” were confirmed only two months after its release last year, and now, according to Neowiz, the DLC is set to arrive in 2025. This promising development sets the stage for an exciting year ahead for “Lies of P”.

Lies of P and Its Developers Could Have a Big 2025

Lies of P’s DLC Now Has a 2025 Release Window

According to developer Neowiz (as reported by EBN), the DLC for the game “Lies of P” now has an estimated launch period between January 1, 2025 and March 31, 2025, which is referred to as Q1 2025. In other words, while players can look forward to this new content, they will have to wait until sometime within the first quarter of 2025 to get their hands on it. This broad release window could be a mixed blessing for “Lies of P”, offering both excitement and uncertainty about when exactly the DLC will become available.

Releasing the DLC for “Lies of P” in Q1 2025, when fans can finally play it in a matter of months, could prove to be a challenging decision for developers Neowiz and Round 8 Studios. The first quarter of 2025 is shaping up to be quite busy in the gaming industry, with February being particularly packed with highly anticipated games. Titles such as “Civilization 7”, “Monster Hunter Wilds”, “Assassin’s Creed Shadows”, “Avowed”, and “Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii” are all scheduled for release in February alone, which might lead to increased competition and potential oversaturation of the market.

As an avid fan, I can’t help but feel a bit concerned about the timing of Lies of P‘s DLC release next year. With so many big games coming out, it might be wise to tread carefully and ensure that the DLC doesn’t get lost in the shuffle.

What Fans Should Expect From Lies of P’s DLC

Although it’s been confirmed that developers Neowiz and Round 8 are working on downloadable content for “Lies of P,” they haven’t shared many details about what this DLC will contain. Earlier this year, the game’s director, Jiwan Choi, hinted at their goals for the DLC and sequel: “For the DLC of ‘Lies of P’ and the sequel, we aim to build upon our strengths and improve in areas where we can grow.

Apart from a few sketches and this remark in the past year, there hasn’t been any official announcement regarding the DLC or the sequel of “Lies of P”. However, it’s quite possible that the Wizard of Oz teaser seen in the post-credits of “Lies of P” will be reserved for the sequel. This could potentially be introduced during the DLC, either subtly through an item description hinting at the Emerald City, or more explicitly with a Dorothy appearance.

Neowiz and Round 8’s Next Game Has Been Confirmed

In the same communication where they revealed the release date for “Lies of P” DLC, developer Neowiz also disclosed that their upcoming project, jointly developed with Round 8, will delve into the realm of Sci-Fi survival horror games. Given other projects in development such as “Cronos: The New Dawn” and “The Dark Pictures Anthology: Directive 8020”, it seems that the Sci-Fi survival horror genre could be experiencing a revival.

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2024-11-30 12:34