Lies of P
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About Lies of P
Lies of P drops players into a twisted version of Belle Époque Europe where Pinocchio wakes up as a mechanical warrior in a city choking on smoke and despair. Round8 Studio released this dark action RPG in September 2023 for PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and Mac. You play as the wooden boy trying to piece together his shattered memory while fighting off hordes of corrupted puppets. The story leans heavy on choices that ripple through the narrative rather than just affecting combat stats. It feels like a spiritual cousin to souls-likes but swaps medieval knights for clockwork nightmares. This is a single-player experience designed for those who want a tough challenge wrapped in a gothic fairy tale.
Gameplay
Combat revolves around precise parries and timed strikes using various weapons you find or craft. You wield a mechanical arm that offers special abilities like grappling hooks, heavy slams, or ranged attacks depending on your build. Every enemy attack has a wind-up you must read before blocking or dodging. Weapon customization lets you modify damage types and add special effects to your gear. Progression involves collecting scrap to upgrade stats and learning new techniques from statues scattered around the map. Sessions feel intense as you manage stamina while switching between light and heavy attacks. The game tracks your honesty level, forcing you to decide whether truth or lies help you survive specific situations.
What Players Think
PlayPile data shows this title resonates strongly with its audience. The IGDB rating sits at 84.8 out of 100 based on 302 user ratings. Average playtime hovers around 35 hours for main story completion, though some players spend over 60 hours chasing every secret. Community moods lean heavily toward "challenging" and "atmospheric." Only 38.5% of the total 53 achievements have been unlocked on average. The rarest item is Memory's Melody, which only 5.30% of players have managed to get. Review snippets frequently mention the difficulty curve as a standout feature that keeps engagement high throughout the campaign.
PlayPile's Take
This game is worth your time if you want a punishing combat system with a unique aesthetic twist on classic folklore. The $29.99 price point makes it a steal given the 35-hour average length and high replay value. You will struggle with the parry timing at first, but the satisfaction of landing perfect counters never fades. Only pursue this if you do not mind failing often during boss fights. The achievement grind is real since most players cannot access the rarest content without multiple playthroughs. Buy it now while the price holds steady on Steam rather than waiting for a sale that might not come soon.
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Single player
IGDB Rating
84.8
RAWG Rating
4.2
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