Lies of P: See release date, platforms, gameplay of Pinocchio-inspired game

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Lies of P" is a Pinocchio-themed souls-like game, deviating from Disney's portrayal with a darker approach. Drawing from the original Pinocchio book, it emphasizes action-adventure elements to craft a challenging gaming experience. A recent gameplay trailer has unveiled the game's intense darkness and difficulty as players navigate Pinocchio through an unforgiving world. With its launch on Xbox Game Pass, anticipation is growing. Here's a breakdown of what we know about "Lies of P."

The game is set to launch on September 16, 2023, allowing players to guide the iconic puppet toward his destiny without a lengthy wait.

Unlike the familiar fairytale, «Lies of P» ventures into an action-packed souls-like adventure, marked by tough battles, grim scenes and a persistently dark atmosphere. Players assume the role of a mechanized Pinocchio, guiding him on a quest to find Geppetto and reclaim his human form. Crafting weapons and upgrading Pinocchio is crucial for survival as players face challenging combat and confront unspeakable horrors. The game presents multiple endings and demanding choices, including a lying mechanic that forces players to consider their words. Unlike the original story where lying elongates Pinocchio's nose, here lies hold more ominous consequences.

Presented during Gamecoms Opening Night Live, the gameplay trailer introduces a haunting and perilous spin on the classic Pinocchio narrative. A subsequent trailer, released during Summer Game Fest 2023, showcased the title's new features and a playable demo. The demo is downloadable on PC via Steam, PlayStation and Xbox platforms. The latest trailer, the final one prior to the game's