Lies of P: Overture

"Although I have to admit that I had a pretty rough time during the first few hours, Lies of P Overture ended on a high note. The story it tells complements what we saw in the base game, with nods …"

"Lies of P: Overture is a strong and rewarding expansion that builds on the base game with memorable bosses, new gear, and a darker, emotional storyline that acts as both prequel and epilogue. While some issues remain - like uneven …"

"The Overture DLC isn&s;t just an add-on; it&s;s a testament to the devs&s; passion. It doesn’t just build on the base game; it outshines it. True love for the craft shines through every detail!"

"I really enjoyed the excuse to load up Lies of P again and consider it my favorite non-Fromsoft title of the genre. The new areas in the Overture DLC are fantastic and the boss fights are easily on par with …"

"NEOWIZ puts their skills on full display with Lies of P: Overture, tackling obnoxious tropes and bringing new light to them masterfully. At £24.99, it feels like an entire sequel waiting to be explored by fans of the original, and …"

"It’s exciting to watch them build this shared fable universe in real time, and even though we don’t know what’s next for them as developers, it’s difficult to imagine it being less than excellent."

"Lies of P: Overture is not a revolution. It doesn&s;t make big changes to the gameplay or the way the story is told. It does, however, make things better. It makes the disaster worse. It shows new, horrible things. With …"

"Lies of P: Overture serves as an excellent return to a game that surprised many players in a good way. The story does a very good job of setting up the events of the main title. The new weapons keep …"

"Not everything is perfect: some bosses are disappointing, the level design is less open and there is room for technical improvement. But those who liked Lies or P will also enjoy Overture. It is not a revolutionary DLC but a …"

"An entirely new area, exciting weapons, horrible monsters, and some fantastic boss fights make Lies of P: Overture a must-buy."

"NEOWIZ and Round 8 Studio return to action with Lies of P: Overture, an expansion that introduces new quality-of-life features and a unique area that feels both refreshing and familiar."

"Overture is precisely what Lies of P always needed, more of the same, in the best possible way."

"Despite some strange balancing issues, Lies of P: Overture offers a plethora of incredible content to an already incredible game."

"Lies of P: Overture is just an extension of an already terrific game, and that’s great. It’s almost nostalgic, reminding me of a decade ago when DLC was the norm, and not every game was bombarded with monthly updates or …"

"Lies of P: Overture is a great expansion that doesn’t necessarily change the narrative of an already beautiful story. It has great fundamentals, and it emphasizes them, adding details to the already great game. If you’ve already finished the original …"

"Lies of P: Overture offers even more of what we initially liked. Without revolutionizing anything, it simply adds what made us love the game in the first place. Sublime settings in a magnificent universe, tough but memorable bosses and variety …"

"Lies of P: Overture establishes itself as a robust and highly competent complement to the base game, managing to expand on all of its central pillars — narrative, gameplay, setting, and especially the boss fights."

"Overture expands the combat options in Lies of P by introducing new weapons, accessories, and thrilling boss battles. Additionally, the DLC plays a key role in deepening the story of central characters while adding new layers to the rich and …"

"Lies of P: Overture is a valid addition to the base game, in particular because it doesn&s;t just add new gameplay (enemies, bosses, weapons, Legion arms) but also some very powerful story moments. Wholeheartedly recommended."

"Pinocchio returns to his adventures in Lies of P: Overture, a DLC that maintains the same level of quality as the original work while adding welcome improvements to the gameplay experience. It&s;s a very good DLC that maintains the same …"

"Overture might not be a proper sequel, but it is a great reminder about what makes Lies of P such a fantastic Soulslike."

"Lies of P: Overture does a fantastic job in not only bringing us new characters and new challenges, but also new levels of accessibility."

"Overture is a DLC that maintains Lies of P’s exceptionally high quality standards without missing a beat, both in terms of design and technical performance. And it doesn’t stop there - because it also knows exactly how to tug at …"

"Close to its 2-year anniversary, the murderous puppet returns with an ever-so-brilliant DLC that not only rivals the design of the original game, but in many aspects surpasses what was puppeteered before. This expansion shines with mechanical brilliance, is drenched …"

"Lies of P: Overture builds on the strengths of the original with tighter levels, sharper boss fights, and a more focused story, offering a shorter but meaningful experience. It’s designed for those familiar with the game’s systems, delivering a tough …"

"Expanding on a story already told is a tricky task, however, Neowiz took a clever sidestep and used the opportunity to expand the lore even more. The additions are plentiful and whilst shorter, still provides plenty of challenge to returning …"

"Ultimately, Lies of P: Overture is configured as a further testimony to the crystalline talent of the Korean developers of Neowiz and Round 8 who, after having hit like a hurricane in a seemingly saturated market such as that of …"

"Lies of P: Overture is a fantastic, albeit slightly short, addition to the already incredible Lies of P base game. Clocking in somewhere between six to eight hours, Overture is an incredibly well-made expansion which does an impressive job of …"

"For fans of the base game, it’s an essential encore. For newcomers, it’s a compelling reason to dive into one of the most stylish and satisfying Soulslikes in recent memory."

"Lies of P: Overture heads back to the past to build on its twisted rendition of Pinocchio, telling a compelling story that throws you into combat with creative enemies in varied environments"

"Lies of P: Overture is a triumphant return to the city of Krat, one that tests even the most confident of soulslike gods. This is DLC crafted with purpose, one that expands the game in all the right ways, exploring …"

"Even if it’s clearly dancing on the same old strings, Lies of P: Overture is an excellent expansion that adds a whole lot more to a game that was already great."

"With a lot of new content in every aspect, Lies of P: Overture is worthy of the title of expansion. Although it partially wastes the potential of the art direction by spending too much time in bland corridors and caves …"

"With a finale that wraps up Lies of P neatly in a box, like the one Gepetto lugs around Krat, I’m left fulfilled and grateful for this strange and unique Pinocchio-inspired package. Overture, like its base game counterpart, is an …"