Lies of P: Overture Revealed During Sony State of Play 2025

Dive back into the dark, twisted 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. Prepare for a journey back to the horrifying origins of the Puppet Frenzy!

Lies of P, a critically acclaimed single-player action RPG reimagining Pinocchio's tale through a Bloodborne-esque lens (IGN gave it an 8/10!), is getting a prequel that delves into the events preceding the main game. Overture promises new environments, challenging bosses, and a mysterious guide to illuminate the path.

Lies of P: Overture Details

Overture transports you to Krat, the city in its final days before the catastrophic Puppet Frenzy. As Geppetto's deadly puppet, you'll follow a Legendary Stalker, uncovering untold stories and secrets that shape the fate of Lies of P.

Setting & Story:

Experience Krat's haunting Belle Époque beauty on the precipice of destruction. Uncover hidden backstories, make impactful choices that resonate across time, and confront the consequences of your actions in this richly layered narrative.

Key Features:

• Explore Krat's Unexplored Sides: Journey through breathtaking, never-before-seen locations, from opulent mansions to eerie ruins, encountering formidable new enemies.
• Meet the Legendary Stalker: Unravel the mysteries of the past alongside Lea, the Legendary Stalker, a figure shrouded in vengeance and secrets. Discover untold stories behind familiar and new characters.
• Forge Your Combat Style: Master a new arsenal of weapons and Legion Arms, crafting a unique combat style to overcome the challenging adversaries that await.
• Confront Epic Battles: Engage in intense boss fights and challenging encounters as you fight to uncover the truth behind Krat's impending doom.

"We knew the end of Lies of P was just the beginning," says Jiwon Choi, game director at Round8 Studio. "Overture lets us fully explore our universe's past and present. We thank our community for their patience."

Neowiz, Lies of P's publisher, previously teased this first DLC and confirmed plans for a sequel. The original Lies of P achieved impressive sales, surpassing one million copies sold within a month of its September 18, 2023 launch across PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam), and Mac (Mac App Store).

For more on the exciting announcements from State of Play 2025, check out IGN's comprehensive roundup.