Lies of P Devs Ease Difficulty for Broader Appeal

Lies of P's upcoming DLC, Overture, will mark the first introduction of difficulty settings to the game.

As a challenging Soulslike title, Lies of P has proven particularly demanding for newcomers drawn to its grim narrative and atmospheric setting. Director Jiwon Choi initially maintained that Soulslike games shouldn't feature difficulty options, releasing the base game without such settings.

Neowiz has since reconsidered this stance after carefully evaluating player feedback. Choi explained to VGC: "We aimed to make the game more accessible while preserving its core identity. Through careful adjustments, we're offering experiences tailored to different skill levels."

The gaming community remains divided on this development. Some players welcome the change, with one commenting: "As someone who came to gaming later in life, accessibility options let me enjoy challenging titles at my own pace." Another added: "Gatekeeping difficulty only serves elitists who prioritize bragging rights over shared experiences."

However, dissenters argue this compromises the game's integrity. One Steam forum post lamented: "The constant balancing patches and now difficulty settings have diminished my interest," though most replies supported the developer's decision.

The debate continues across platforms, with some praising Neowiz's responsiveness while others mourn what they see as concessions to casual players.

Lies of P: Overture Screenshots

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This dark reimagining of Pinocchio's tale combines punishing combat with innovative narrative choices through its signature "lie system." The Overture expansion introduces Death March mode, allowing veterans to rechallenge all bosses alongside new locations, enemies, and gear. Completion typically requires 15-20 hours for seasoned players after reaching a specific story milestone. Neowiz has confirmed development on a full sequel is already underway.

In our 8/10 review, we noted: "While closely adhering to Soulslike conventions, Lies of P executes them with remarkable polish and creativity."