Switch 2 Just Got One of the Decade’s Best Soulslikes
Lies of P: Complete Edition, widely regarded as one of the best Soulslike games released outside FromSoftware's own catalogue, has launched on Nintendo Switch 2, adding another strong entry to the console's growing library of third-party titles. Developed by Nough (formerly Round8 Studio) and published by Neowiz, the game stands out among the wave of Soulslikes arriving on Switch 2, including the upcoming Hell Is Us and Elden Ring, and notably includes its acclaimed DLC expansion as part of the package.
The base game, set in the puppet-overrun city of Krat and following a Pinocchio-inspired protagonist, earned an 88% Critics Recommend score on OpenCritic when it launched in 2023, praised for its storytelling, boss fights and parry-based combat. Its prequel expansion, Overture, was even better received, scoring 100% on OpenCritic. A free update added adjustable difficulty options, making the game more accessible to players wary of the genre's typical challenge. The Complete Edition is also available on PS4, PS5, PC, Xbox One and Xbox Series X.
In short
- Lies of P: Complete Edition now available on Nintendo Switch 2
- Includes base game plus the acclaimed Overture DLC expansion
- Praised as one of the best non-FromSoftware Soulslikes of the decade
Explained simply
Soulslike games take inspiration from the Dark Souls series, with challenging fights, powerful bosses and a focus on learning enemy patterns. Lies of P is a 2023 action role-playing game made by South Korean studio Round8 and published by Neowiz, set in the city of Krat and featuring a hero inspired by Pinocchio.
The game drew praise for its story, boss fights and combat built around parrying enemy attacks. Its expansion, Overture, continues the story, while a free update added difficulty options for players who want more flexibility. The game’s arrival on Switch 2 adds to the range of third-party games available for the console.
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