From Fairytale Darkness to Space Horror: Round 8 Unveils Future Plans also Lies of P DLC Launching in 2025

Details of the Lies of P DLC

The highly anticipated Lies of P DLC is slated for release in the first quarter of 2025, as confirmed by Neowiz and developer Round 8 Studio. While specific details about the DLC remain under wraps, its development is said to focus on refining the strengths of the base game while addressing areas that could improve. Director Jiwan Choi expressed a commitment to building on the game’s core mechanics, suggesting a DLC that stays true to the Lies of P formula but potentially introduces new elements to deepen the experience.

The DLC announcement comes amid growing excitement for additional content in the dark, twisted retelling of Pinocchio. Fans have speculated on its potential scope, with hopes for significant expansions to gameplay and narrative. Screenshots and early hints suggest the DLC may explore uncharted aspects of Krat.

What is Lies of P?

Released in September 2023, Lies of P quickly cemented itself as a standout entry in the Soulslike genre. Developed by Round 8 Studio, the game blends a grim fairy tale aesthetic with challenging combat mechanics, inspired by titles like Bloodborne. The story reimagines the classic tale of Pinocchio, casting players as a mechanical puppet navigating a dystopian city filled with grotesque enemies and moral dilemmas.

Critics and players alike lauded the game for its intricate world design, fluid combat, and unique storytelling. Its Metacritic scores ranged from 80 to 84 across platforms, and within just a month of release, it sold over one million copies. By 2024, the game had reached over seven million players across all platforms, solidifying its status as a commercial and critical success.

The success of Lies of P marked a major achievement for Neowiz and Round 8, positioning the game as one of the few non-FromSoftware titles to break into the mainstream Soulslike market. Its availability on platforms like Game Pass contributed significantly to its rapid adoption. Beyond sales, the game sparked a passionate community eager for additional content and sequels, fueling speculation about the direction of future projects.

Round 8’s Next Project: A Sci-Fi Survival Horror

In addition to the upcoming DLC, Round 8 Studio has announced its next major project—a sci-fi survival horror game built using Unreal Engine 5. Although details are sparse, the project marks a significant departure from the dark fantasy roots of Lies of P. The move reflects the studio’s ambition to explore new genres while maintaining its reputation for creating atmospheric and immersive experiences.

Neowiz hinted that this survival horror game is one of several projects in development, which includes a potential sequel to Lies of P. Fans are already speculating how the studio’s expertise in crafting challenging and atmospheric worlds will translate to the horror genre. Expectations are high, given the studio’s proven ability to innovate within established frameworks.

I for one am greatly excited to see what Round 8 cooks up next.