In the world ofLies of P, one of the standout features that players gravitated toward was the use of music in the storyline. Think about it, an interesting use of a simple tool helped deepen the game’s eerie and unique atmosphere in such an immersive way. For this reason, the game itself, which is a dark retelling ofPinocchiowith aBloodborne-inspired aesthetic, received widespread praise not only for its combat mechanics and storytelling but also for how it incorporated world-building elements, especially music, to enhance the player experience.
The upcomingLies of PDLC, confirmed by director Jiwon Choi in his letter, along with the song shared on X (formerly Twitter) hints that there will be more of that music and that particular vinyl player-induced vibe. Doubling down on this feature with an even more focused and meticulous use of music will enhance suspense and emotional depth and wouldn’t be such a bad idea for the upcoming DLC.
Lisrim Begins With a Beautiful Sounding Intro and Sets the Stage for the DLC
Lies of P, released in 2023, stood out amongSoulslike gamesmainly for the way it tied vinyl records and its music to the storyline. While there is no explicit confirmation that the vinyl record player or the whole eerie music atmosphere will receive new enhancements, kicking the new DLC off with the new song release suggests that music will once again play a key role. Neowiz recently teased a track called “Lisrim” which features a piano and accordion — two instruments often associated with the haunting and evocative style of music that defines theLies of Psoundtracks.
The track being released alongside theLies of PDLC’s announcement elevates the tease. Games likeNier: AutomataandThe Last of Ushave used music to evoke powerful emotions in the past.Liesof Pis following suit by making it an integral part of the player’s experience in a signature statement-making way as well. Not only has it become a beloved aspect of the base game, but it also helps differentiateLies of Pfrom other games in the genre.
Neowiz Has Hinted at Expanding on the Game’s Foundation
The song release hints that the franchise will likely double down on the music thing. Plus, Neowiz has hinted that it plans to improve upon the elements that worked well in the base game. Neowiz has also released official merchandise, including physical vinyl records featuring theLies of Psoundtrack, further signaling that the franchise might continue to lean into its musical and atmospheric elements moving forward as well.
How Neowiz Could Expand on This Eerie Feature
In the upcoming DLC,Neowizcould expand on this even more by making music more than a passive element — perhaps by weaving it into new narrative arcs, tying specific tracks to different plot points, or even integrating new mechanics where the choice of record affects the world around the player. Another way to incorporate this would be to link each record to represent a key moment or turning point in the protagonist’s journey.
WhileLies of Pis primarily asingle-player experience, there’s always the potential for the DLC to experiment with new modes like co-op or a challenge-based multiplayer system moving forward. If and when the franchise chooses to move forward from such an angle, music should continue to be a part of the lore, and it would allow the game to broaden its appeal uniquely.
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Lies of P is a thrilling soulslike that takes the story of Pinocchio, turns it on its head, and sets it against the darkly elegant backdrop of the Belle Epoque era.You are a puppet created by Geppetto who’s caught in a web of lies with unimaginable monsters and untrustworthy figures standing between you and the events that have befallen the world of Lies of P.You are awakened by a mysterious voice that guides you through the plagued city of Krat - a once lively place that has been poisoned by madness and bloodlust. In our soulslike, you must adapt yourself and your weapons to face untold horrors, untangle the unfathomable secrets of the city’s elites and choose whether to confront predicaments with the truth or weave lies to overcome them on the journey to find yourself.
