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‘Cassette futuristic’ pixel art CRPG Wind Up Deadman to be published by NEOWIZNEOWIZ will publish Wind Up Deadman, a "cassette futuristic" pixel art CRPG developed by South Korean studio SaneNuts Studio. The game, set in a world where survivors live in a desert tower and use cassette tapes for memories, will be available for PC via Steam. Players control an archive runner named Zephyr who entrusts his soul to a robot to track down his lost memories, with erased and implanted memories dynamically influencing the narrative.
NEOWIZ Dabbles in Memory Manipulation with Wind Up DeadmanNEOWIZ has partnered with Korean indie developer SaneNuts Studio to publish their upcoming CRPG, Wind Up Deadman. The game features a "Cassette Futuristic" aesthetic, pixel art, and a narrative focused on memory manipulation and conspiracy. NEOWIZ highlighted the game's branching narratives and character-building system as key strengths.
Surprise Hit 2023 PS5 RPG Half Price on PS Store for 24 HoursThe PlayStation 5 action RPG Lies of P is currently available for 50% off on the PlayStation Store for a limited 24-hour period, priced at $29.99. Developed by Neowiz and Round8 Studio, the Soulslike game, loosely based on Pinocchio, was released in 2023 and received nominations for Best Art Direction and Best Role Playing Game at The Game Awards.
Lies of P on Nintendo Switch 2 physical includes game on cartridgeThe physical release of the souls-like game Lies of P for the Nintendo Switch will include the full game on the cartridge, avoiding the use of a Game-Key Card. This practice is becoming a rarity for third-party releases. Developers Neowiz and iam8bit are being praised for this approach.
Lies Of P's Soulslike Puppetry Comes To Switch 2 This AugustLies of P and its 'Overture' expansion are coming to Nintendo Switch on August 6th as the 'Complete Edition'. A physical release is scheduled for October 2nd. The game is an action RPG where players control a puppet navigating a city filled with monsters and deceit.
Lies of P: Complete Edition coming to Switch 2 on August 6NEOWIZ and Round8 Studio announced that Lies of P: Complete Edition, including the base game and the "Overture" DLC, will launch for Nintendo Switch 2 on August 6 for $69.99. The Soulslike action RPG has sold over four million units globally since its initial release in September 2023 on other platforms. Physical and special collector's editions are also available for pre-order through iam8bit.
Lies of P: Complete Edition is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on August 6thNEOWIZ has announced that Lies of P: Complete Edition, including the Overture DLC, will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on August 6th. The Soulslike hack-and-slash title features a unique weapon system and a story centered around a puppet named P in the madness-stricken city of Krat.
Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis Team Used AI Used to “Iterate on Ideas Faster and More Efficiently”Crystal Dynamics confirmed the use of generative AI tools for early development and concept art in Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, assuring that all final content is human-crafted. The studio stated AI helps iterate ideas faster and more efficiently, while other companies like Rockstar Games emphasize their handcrafted approach for titles like Grand Theft Auto 6.
While we wait for the new Witcher 3 DLC, here are the 7 best game expansions to play in 2026This list ranks the seven best downloadable content expansions for video games, including titles like The Witcher 3: Blood and Wine, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, and Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty. The article highlights how these expansions enhance their base games with new stories, areas, and gameplay mechanics.
Lies of P Developer Round8 is Hiring a Generative AI CreatorLies of P developer Round8 Studio, under Neowiz, is hiring an AI Creator to integrate generative AI tools into their game development workflows. The role will focus on enhancing visual fidelity and efficiency through AI-driven concept art, texturing, and modeling. Neowiz also confirmed that the Lies of P sequel has entered full-scale development.
Lies of P Studio Will Use Generative AI Tools to Create Visuals “Strictly as Internal Reference”NEOWIZ and ROUND8 have clarified their use of generative AI tools, stating they will be strictly for internal reference during the pre-production phase of the Lies of P sequel. An independent art R&D team will utilize these tools, trained on proprietary assets, with all final game assets being created by human artists. The sequel has entered full-scale development.
AI is 'creatively soulless,' says director of Mass Effect and Knights of the Old Republic: 'I’m just really unimpressed with it'Casey Hudson, director of Knights of the Old Republic and Mass Effect, expressed skepticism about the creative potential of AI in game development, calling it 'creatively soulless.' He believes generative AI tools are not significantly helpful in the development process. This contrasts with views from Sony Interactive Entertainment and Neowiz, who see AI as a tool for future gaming experiences.
Lies of P 2 Still at Early Stage, But the Potential Is PromisingRound8 Studio has entered the full development phase for the Lies of P sequel, with the prototype receiving approval from publisher Neowiz. While the base game has sold over four million copies, the sequel is still likely years away from release. Concerns have been raised about the potential use of AI in the game's development.
Lies of P studio is hiring an 'AI Creator' for future projects but says the role will not be 'directly…Developer Neowiz, known for Lies of P, is hiring an 'AI Creator' for its art R&D team to integrate generative AI into game development workflows. While the studio assures this role will not directly impact the Lies of P sequel, the move has sparked backlash from fans concerned about the use of AI in game creation.
As the Lies of P sequel enters full-scale development, developer Neowiz says it's working on another Soulslike and a narrative RPGNeowiz has announced that the sequel to their Soulslike game Lies of P has entered full-scale development and is currently in the vertical slice stage. The company is also working on another Soulslike title, codenamed Project Windi, which is in the prototype phase, and a narrative RPG, Project Rubicon, also in the vertical slice stage. Round8 Studio, the developer of Lies of P, is also hiring for an AI Creator role to integrate AI into their art workflows.- Lies of P Sequel Enters Full-Scale DevelopmentNEOWIZ has confirmed that the sequel to Lies of P has entered full-scale development after passing the prototype stage. The publisher also revealed it is working on other projects including a survival action adventure and a life simulation game. Lies of P is available on multiple platforms including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PC, and is also part of Xbox Game Pass.
- Lies of P Sequel 'Enters Full Production Phase'Neowiz and Round8 Studio have announced that the sequel to their action RPG Lies of P has officially entered its full production phase. Further details regarding the game's development and release are expected in the future.
- Neowiz is hiring an 'AI Creator' for upcoming game from Lies of P dev Round8 StudioNeowiz is seeking to hire an 'AI Creator' for a new game being developed by Round8 Studio, the creators of Lies of P. The role will involve utilizing generative AI technology within the art production pipeline.
- Lies of P Sequel Enters Full-Scale Development StageNEOWIZ has confirmed that the sequel to Lies of P has entered full-scale development, moving past the prototype stage. The company highlighted ROUND8's narrative expertise, with Choi Ji-won directing the new title. The original game has sold over four million copies.
Lies of P Dev Is Making Headlines, But Not for Reasons Anyone Wants to HearDeveloper Neowiz is facing criticism for a new job listing seeking an "AI creator" or "AI artist" to utilize generative AI tools like Stable Diffusion and Midjourney for asset creation and concept drafting. The studio's clear push for AI integration in game development, including training unique AI models, has sparked debate and backlash among players and industry observers.