Lies of P
News, coverage and analysis tracking Lies of P across the outlets.
Lies of P Sales Have Surpassed Four Million UnitsNEOWIZ and Round8 Studio announced that Lies of P has sold over four million units worldwide. The action RPG, which launched in September 2023, is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Mac. Its prequel DLC, "Overture," released in June 2025, has also received industry awards.- Lies of P sales top four millionLies of P has achieved over four million units in worldwide sales, as announced by publisher NEOWIZ. This milestone highlights the game's significant commercial success since its release.
Lies of P Franchise Celebrates 4 Million Copies SoldThe action Soulslike game Lies of P has surpassed 4 million copies sold globally. Developed by ROUND8 Studio and published by NEOWIZ, the franchise includes the base game launched in September 2023 and its prequel DLC, Lies of P: Overture, released in June 2025. NEOWIZ expressed gratitude for the community's support, highlighting the game's unique take on the Pinocchio story and its strong performance in the market.
NEOWIZ Launches Global Pre-Registration for Cats & Soup: Magic RecipeNEOWIZ has opened global pre-registration for its new mobile idle game, Cats & Soup: Magic Recipe, the official sequel to the popular title that has garnered 80 million downloads. Players can pre-register on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store to receive exclusive in-game rewards, including the Sakura Shorthair cat. The game is scheduled for a global launch in late April.- Lies of P Surpasses 4 Million Units Sold WorldwideNEOWIZ and Round8 Studio announced that their souls-like action RPG, Lies of P, has sold over four million units worldwide. The developers expressed gratitude for the community's enthusiasm for their dark reimagining of the Pinocchio story. Lies of P is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with a sequel already confirmed.
Lies of P Has Sold More Than 4 Million CopiesDeveloper Round8 Studio and publisher NEOWIZ announced that Lies of P has sold over 4 million copies worldwide since its September 2023 release. The companies are also working on a sequel, with game director Choi Ji-won expressing confidence in its development. NEOWIZ also shared ambitions to introduce more successful IPs and is developing over five new PC and console titles.
"We referenced Elden Ring" on Nioh 3 and "the Soulslike label is correct," says lead dev, but it's not a "response to or interpretation" of FromSoftware's workTeam Ninja producer Kohei Shibata stated that while Nioh 3 took cues from Elden Ring for its open-world transition, the series has developed its own distinct appeal. He confirmed that the 'Soulslike' label is correct for the series, but its direction is not solely an interpretation of FromSoftware's work.
Shape of Dreams Releases Character Skins, Discount for Spring Sale Alongside NEOWIZ TitlesNEOWIZ and Lizard Smoothie have released Version 1.2 for Shape of Dreams, introducing new character skins, an in-game event, and other content. The co-op action roguelite is also available at a 30% discount as part of the Steam Spring Sale, which also features deals on SANABI, Skul: The Hero Slayer, and DJMAX RESPECT V DLC.- MacBook Pro M5 Max 16-inch review: Still the pinnacleThe 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 Max chip continues Apple's legacy of powerful professional laptops, offering significant speed improvements over previous generations. While the design remains largely unchanged from the 2021 model, it boasts a stunning Liquid RetinaXDR display, a robust port selection, and exceptional battery life, making it a top choice for creative professionals despite potential upcoming OLED and touchscreen models.
- The Morning After: Our verdict on Apple’s $600 Macbook NeoApple's new $600 MacBook Neo offers a capable screen, keyboard, and trackpad with strong build quality, despite using an A-series processor and limited RAM. While not a gaming machine, it handles everyday tasks well, making it suitable for students and desk workers. The article also touches on Microsoft's Project Helix dev consoles, AMD's new chips, and Meta's acquisition of Moltbook.
- MacBook Air M5 review: Same but fasterThe latest MacBook Air, powered by the M5 chip, offers a performance upgrade over previous models without significant design changes. While the price has increased to $1,099, it remains a top choice for most users due to its strong performance, excellent build quality, and impressive battery life, even handling demanding games like Cyberpunk 2077.
- MacBook Neo review: Apple puts every $600 Windows PC to shameThe Apple MacBook Neo is a $599 laptop that offers a premium user experience, outperforming similarly priced Windows PCs in screen quality, trackpad usability, and overall performance. Despite compromises like 8GB of RAM and an A18 Pro chip, it handles basic productivity tasks and light gaming through cloud streaming effectively, making it a strong contender for budget-conscious users and those switching from Windows.
- Samsung promises 120 games will be playable via its glasses-free 3D monitor tech by the end of the yearSamsung announced that 120 games will be playable via its glasses-free 3D monitor technology by the end of the year, up from the current 60 titles. The company also revealed a partnership with CD Projekt Red to integrate its HDR10+ Gaming standard into Cyberpunk 2077.
Crimson Desert passes 3 million wishlists as excitement around the single-player RPG buildsCrimson Desert has surpassed 3 million wishlists on Steam ahead of its launch on March 19th for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5. The single-player RPG from Pearl Abyss will feature no AI voice acting for NPCs and will be a premium experience without microtransactions. This milestone highlights a growing trend of Korean studios shifting from live service games to premium single-player titles.
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Nioh 3 review – Forward StanceTeam Ninja's Nioh 3 is a prequel that refines the souls-like combat the series is known for, introducing seamless switching between Samurai and Ninja styles. While the narrative is uneven, the gameplay shines with its razor-sharp combat, a new loot-driven system, and larger explorable spaces. Boss encounters remain a brutal and rewarding highlight, with stunning visuals and smooth performance.
Former developers of one of 2024's best Soulslikes are stuck in a purgatory of unpaid salariesFormer employees of Jyamma Games, the developer behind the 2024 action-RPG Enotria: The Last Song, have reported significant delays in receiving their salaries, with some payments outstanding since March 2025. CEO Giacomo Greco cited cashflow issues stemming from delayed revenue collection and changes in project direction, including a shift from an Enotria sequel to a trading card game adaptation of The Divine Comedy, and later an action-RPG. Despite assurances of restructuring and ongoing negotiations for investment and potential publishing deals, some former staff remain unpaid.
Xbox Game Pass removal - only 10 days left to play this ace single-player RPGThe RPG Lies of P is set to be removed from Xbox Game Pass on March 15, 2025, along with six other titles. Developed by Neowiz Games, Lies of P is a critically acclaimed Soulslike title that reimagines the story of Pinocchio in a steampunk setting. Subscribers have a limited time to play the game before it leaves the service.