Dive back into the dark 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. Watch the gameplay trailer below.
Building upon the critically acclaimed Lies of P (IGN gave it an 8/10!), Overture plunges players into the heart of the Puppet Frenzy's origins, unveiling the events that shaped the main game's grim narrative. Explore new environments, battle formidable new bosses, and uncover the mysteries surrounding a cryptic guide.
Lies of P: Overture Details
Lies of P: Overture is a dramatic prequel, transporting you to Krat in its twilight days—a hauntingly beautiful late 19th-century Belle Époque city on the precipice of catastrophe. As Geppetto's deadly puppet, you'll follow a Legendary Stalker, a mysterious guide, through untold stories and chilling secrets. Uncover hidden backstories and engage in epic battles that will rewrite the past and future of Lies of P.
Setting & Story:
Step into the shoes of Geppetto's puppet as you discover a mysterious artifact that sends you hurtling back to Krat's final days of splendor. On the brink of the Puppet Frenzy, explore the past, uncovering its dark secrets—secrets laced with surprise, loss, and vengeance. Your choices will resonate through time, revealing hidden truths and shaping the world of Lies of P with lasting consequences. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure where the clash of steel meets the haunting melody of the unknown. Dare to unravel the mysteries of the past, for within the darkness lies the key to unlocking the secrets of this timeless tale.
Key Features:
- Return to Krat: Explore Krat's unexplored horrors and splendor in its final days, venturing from its outskirts to opulent mansions and eerie ruins. Confront formidable new enemies and uncover the secrets hidden within the city's decaying grandeur.
- Meet the Legendary Stalker: Journey with Lea, the Legendary Stalker, on her quest for vengeance. Uncover untold stories and mysteries surrounding both familiar and new characters as you explore the gripping drama that shapes this dark reimagining of Pinocchio.
- Forge Your Combat Style: Master new combat styles with powerful new weapons and an arsenal of weapon combinations and Legion Arms, allowing for unprecedented freedom in forging a unique combat style. Ruthless enemies await in treacherous labyrinths, testing your skill and resolve.
- Triumph Over Intense Battles: Face high-stakes encounters and powerful new bosses as you fight to uncover the mysteries of a world teetering on the brink of collapse.
"We knew the end of Lies of P was just the beginning," said Jiwon Choi, game director at Round8 Studio. "Lies of P: Overture lets us fully explore the past and present of our universe. We thank our community for their patience as we crafted this story."
Neowiz, the publisher of Lies of P, previously teased this first DLC and confirmed plans for a sequel. Lies of P sold over one million copies in less than a month after its September 18, 2023, launch on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam), and Mac (Mac App Store).
For more on what's coming to PlayStation 5, check out IGN's State of Play 2025 coverage.
