Lies of P PS5 reviews
NEOWIZSep 19, 2023 - PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4
OpenCritic Rating
83
Top Critic Average
85%
Critics Recommend
PC Gamer
74 / 100
TheSixthAxis
9 / 10
IGN Spain
8 / 10
IGN Italy
8.4 / 10
Attack of the Fanboy
4.5 / 5
God is a Geek
10 / 10
GamingTrend
95 / 100
Push Square
8 / 10
Metacritic 81 meta
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Released On: SEP 19, 2023
METASCOREGenerally favorableBased on 19 Critic Reviews
90
TheSixthAxis
SEP 12, 2023
Smooth combat, seamless exploration and a set of well-executed mechanics makes Lies of P an excellent Soulslike. When you add in the gorgeous visuals, desolate world design, stark sound design and engrossing story, it raises the experience above a lot of its contemporaries. All in all, although Lies of P is essentially Bloodborne featuring Timothée Chalamet, it does more than enough to mark itself out as a unique title worth your time – and I’m not lying.
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PLAYSTATION 5
90
GGRecon
SEP 12, 2023
For a game based on a story that's been told what feels like an endless number of times, Lies of P feels one of a kind.
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PLAYSTATION 5
90
Malditos Nerds
SEP 12, 2023
Lies of P joins the list of this year's great releases and is a must for all soulslike fans. While it takes many of the elements already known in Dark Souls and Bloodborne, it manages to have its own identity with a great character design, a unique setting and a narrative
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PLAYSTATION 5
83
GamePro Germany
SEP 12, 2023
A great linear Soulslike with a mysterious steampunk world, tactical battles and small flaws.
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PLAYSTATION 5
80
Hey Poor Player
SEP 12, 2023
Lies of P plays it a little too by the book in terms of gameplay and area design but is ultimately a very solid soulslike, not entirely bereft of uniqueness, granted you know where to look. While I would have liked certain mechanics, primarily those surrounding lying, to have been leaned into a little more, I can’t deny that Neowiz Games did an excellent job overall.
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PLAYSTATION 5
80
The Loadout
SEP 12, 2023
Lies of P borrows heavily from a tried-and-tested formula indicative of the soulslike genre, but it still has combat mechanics and secrets that set it apart from the rest of the pack. Despite difficulty spikes and some muddied story beats, it is an excellent soulslike worth checking out that isn’t completely reliant on ideas from other places.
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PLAYSTATION 5
80
Push Square
SEP 12, 2023
Lies of P feels like the result of a developer having already taken multiple stabs at the Souls-like genre, so it's impressive that Round8 Studio has accomplished so much on its first attempt. By fully embracing its dark take on the Pinocchio story, it sets itself apart from anything else available. Elevating it above other games are quality combat and extensive, satisfying customisation, turning Lies of P into a first-class experience for FromSoftware fanatics.
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PLAYSTATION 5
80
GLHF on Sports Illustrated
SEP 12, 2023
Despite its similarities to so many other soulslike games, it does enough to be different. For hardcore soulslike players, there is the promise of a new story, and alternate endings among the difficult boss fights. For newcomers, Lies of P does a good job of easing you into the action. It hasn’t made me more interested in soulslike as a genre, despite me obsessing over it for the last few weeks, which I guess goes to show just how different it is. Despite how dark and rainy it may seem, there is a genuine goofiness to it that is rare to find, and the promise of a unique story for each playthrough will see it stand out.
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PLAYSTATION
60
Cultured Vultures
SEP 12, 2023
Though this Souls-like wears its heart on its sleeve in its love for the genre, Lies of P misses the mark on what makes these kinds of games tick. All the same, hardcore denizens seeking a challenge may find something to appreciate here.
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PLAYSTATION 5
40
VG247
SEP 12, 2023
There’s some enjoyment to be found in Lies of P. Its action is competent, but lacks the polish and stir of its contemporaries. Its atmosphere can be engrossing, but it’s a hodgepodge of themes and aesthetics you’ve seen before that never rises above the familiar. I was never impressed by it, and I never stopped questioning the point of the entire endeavour throughout my time with it.
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What is Lies of P?
A dark fantasy action game inspired by the classic story of Pinocchio.This macabre Soulslike draws its inspiration from an unlikely source: The Adventures of Pinocchio.
In this grim reimagining of Carlo Collodi's treasured tale, Pinocchio is trying to find the mysterious Mr. Geppetto. His journey takes him to Krat, a Belle Époque-inspired city whose humanity has been lost to madness and killer puppets.
Pinocchio must battle for survival using a range of weapons and swappable Legion Arms with special abilities. He will also encounter non-hostile characters, but you will have to help him lie to fulfill his dream of becoming human.
Lies of P Review - Master Of Puppets - Game Informer
Lies of P uses the familiar, the highlights, and the lessons learned from the authors of the Soulslike subgenre to create something unique, fascinating, and exhilarating.
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