Lies of P reaches 4 million copies sold worldwide.
Lies of P – a soul-like action RPG (similar to Dark Souls) – has officially surpassed 4 million copies sold worldwide. This achievement includes both the original game and the Lies of P: Overture expansion pack (DLC).
This is considered a significant milestone for developer ROUND8 Studio and publisher NEOWIZ, demonstrating the brand's enduring appeal since its launch.
+ Feedback from the publisher
A representative from NEOWIZ stated that this milestone is of great significance to the development team. Support from the global gaming community has contributed to the game's continued strong growth.
This success also reflects the positive reception from players to this darker and more mature retelling of the Pinocchio story.
+ Game Overview
Released in September 2023, Lies of P is a single-player action role-playing game set in the Belle Époque era (late 19th century). The game builds a fantasy world based on the Italian fairy tale Pinocchio, but with a darker and more violent twist.
Key features of the game:
- Realistic graphics with highly detailed characters and environments.
- Challenging action gameplay in the style of Soulslike
- The plot is creative, reimagining Pinocchio in a more mature way.
- The combat system requires skill and tactics.
What does the DLC Overture add?
Lies of P: Overture, releasing in June 2025, is a prequel that takes players back to the city of Krat in its final days before its fall.
This expanded content offers:
- The untold story of the gaming world's past.
- Many secrets are related to the main storyline.
- A diverse weapons system with flexible combination capabilities.
- New Legion Arms (combat robotic arms) allow for deeper gameplay customization.
+ Reviews and Awards
Both the original game and the DLC received positive reviews from critics and players alike. Lies of P is frequently ranked among the most outstanding Soulslike games of recent years.
Meanwhile, Overture has won numerous major awards, including:
- Best DLC at the 15th New York Game Awards
- Best Game Expansion at Golden Joystick Awards
- Best DLC/Expansion at Lenovo 3DJuegos Awards
- Best Expansion at Flow Games Awards
- Excellence & Technical Creativity at Korea Game Awards
Update 24 March 2026
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