Lies of P Sets August Release Window, Drops New Trailer

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Lies of P, the upcoming Souls-like title based on Pinocchio, has now got a release window. At IGN's Fan Fest event, South Korean developer Round8 Studio confirmed that its Bloodborne-esque action RPG will drop this August. A cinematic trailer for the same reveals a new sinister character — Simon Manus, who seems to be responsible for the horrid, puppet-like creations in the gothic city of Krat. There's also a heavy focus on some blue energy wafting through the air, which may or may not be the Blue Fairy, who in the original story serves as a guide to Pinocchio. Lies of P is now available for wishlisting across PC and modern consoles.

The new Lies of P trailer opens with a voiceover from Manus, who is engaged in his next creation — Ergo. “A fool craves acceptance, and I am no fool,” he says, as we're treated to the derelict streets of Krat, now prowling with living dolls and puppets. “Let the masses chatter their empty praises. They're ignorant of the truth. Blind to my vision.” As his monologue plays in the background, we see a slimy blob-like monstrosity waddling through the Victorian-era locale, and fusing with a humanoid machine. Keeping in touch with its Lovecraftian theme, the melding process involves a long network of tentacles that eventually seizes control of the body — like a parasite — sends out an annoying screech as a warning sign. Throughout the trailer, we can see some blue-coloured energy being accumulated from fallen soldiers. Are these the game's equivalent of souls or a reference to the Blue Fairy? As for how these elements tie into the classic Pinocchio's tale, only time will tell.

There's no combat in the new Lies of P trailer, but past displays have shown hack-and-slash to be a key playstyle. Taking