The Nintendo Switch 2 has received a significant addition to its library with the release of Lies of P: Complete Edition. This version includes the base game and its Overture prequel expansion, positioning it as a notable Soulslike title on the platform.
Lies of P, developed by Neowiz (formerly Round8 Studio), has been recognized as one of the standout games in the Soulslike genre outside of FromSoftware's own titles. The game draws praise for its intricate storytelling, demanding boss encounters, and parry-focused combat system. Players assume the role of P, a puppet in the city of Krat, which has been overrun by corrupted automatons. P's unique status as a special puppet allows him to resist the widespread "Puppet Frenzy" and navigate the narrative, even by telling lies.
The combat mechanics allow for customization through a variety of interchangeable weapons and modifications to P's prosthetic arm, which can be equipped with different functionalities like a flamethrower or shotgun.
Upon its initial release, Lies of P garnered critical acclaim, achieving an 88% Critics Recommend score on OpenCritic. Polygon's 2023 review highlighted the game's ability to establish its own identity while paying homage to its genre predecessors, praising its "grim tale, in which greed and obsession for power turned a city against itself."
The Overture expansion, which delves into the events preceding the main game, exploring the fall of Krat and the genesis of the puppet uprising, has also been well-received, holding a 100% Critics Recommend score on OpenCritic. This expansion was noted for enhancing the base game's narrative, making it feel essential to the overall experience.
Addressing concerns about the genre's typical difficulty, Lies of P received a free update that introduced adjustable difficulty options, allowing players to tailor the challenge to their preference. These options were particularly helpful for navigating some of the more demanding boss encounters.
Lies of P: Complete Edition is now available on the Nintendo Switch 2, in addition to its existing availability on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. The game's arrival on the Switch 2 adds to a growing roster of third-party titles for the console, with other notable releases such as Cyberpunk 2077 and Capcom's Resident Evil Requiem and Pragmata also supporting the platform.