The Lies of P reviews keep flying in, and they give us a good idea if the Bloodborne-inspired Souls-like is worth the wait and also the money. Does the Steampunk setting, with Pinocchio at its center, convince people? Let's take a look what the ratings look like!
Lies of P is a Souls-like title that was first announced back in May 2021. It introduces us to the well-known puppeteer Mr. Geppetto and his creation, Pinocchio, who wants to become human again.
You wake up at an abandoned train station in Krat, a city overwhelmed by madness and bloodlust. The only note for you says: "Find Mr. Geppetto. He's here in the city". With this cryptic message, you must venture forth and try to become human again. But be careful, and never make the mistake of trusting anyone...
So far so good, but did the game deliver on its promises? Let's dive into the reviews and take a look how Lies of P has excited many people, while also looking at the issues the game has!
Lies of P: Review Overview
So far, Lies of P sits at 82 on Metacritic with over 34 reviews published. Here are some of our highlights from our favorite reviews so far:
Wesley LeBlanc from Game Informer gave a top rating with an overall score of 95 and said:
Lies of P's greatest strength is how it rewards and empowers you at every turn to venture further through this twisted tale of puppetry and monstrous humanity, despite its oppressive world and formidable enemies. I struggled to pull myself away from Lies of P, even when it had me fuming. It delicately balances the fun of a Soulslike with the challenge the genre demands and only falters a few times. That it maintains that balance within the confines of a fairytale most know best because of Disney, flipping it on its head to tell something more in line with Carlo Collodi's original The Adventures of Pinnochio, is another achievement of Lies of P. But above all that, 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. Neowiz aimed for the stars, much like the ones its Pinnochio wishes upon, and hits them with machine-like accuracy.
With a rating of 90, Kyle Fratton from Screen Rant, loves the memorable characters, the compelling story and the "tough but fair" gameplay:
Within this sentiment is perhaps a microcosm of Lies of P – a large majority of it is meticulously and impressively crafted, only held back slightly by unsurprising annoyances. It has the all-important "tough but fair" gameplay soulslikes live and die on, supported by a compelling story and gorgeously rendered world filled with memorable characters. Lies of P is not perfect, but it's shockingly close, and is perhaps the best-case scenario for a soulslike trying to pay such diligent homage to the genre's beloved cornerstones.
Henry Yu from Noisy Pixel gave some valuable insights as well:
In Lies of P, players are treated to a meticulously designed Soulslike experience that challenges their skill and immerses them in a world of atmospheric intrigue. With its stunning visuals, twisted narrative, and excellent technical performance, Lies of P would be a must-play for any fan of FromSoftware’s difficult titles. However, the frustrating combat mechanics revolving around the dodge mechanic and some unbalanced battles prevent me from fully recommending this experience.
Rob Dwiar from techradar had a few but straightforward words left for Lies of P:
Lies of P is as slick and well-done as it is dark and mysterious. With weighty combat, cool weapons and tools, and some exquisite - though very creepy - enemy design, it’ll scratch the ‘souls’ itch for many, despite a few blemishes.
Last but not least, Sherif Saed from VG247, was never really impressed by the game:
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.
The general thoughts are clear: Lies of P appears to be a spiritual successor to Bloodborne that many people are excited about. PC gamers in particular, might have a fantastic time with it since they haven't had the opportunity to play the FromSoftware title before. With its dark aesthetic, terrifying enemy designs, and unique gameplay features, Lies of P has the potential to be a strong contender for becoming an excellent Souls-like game.