Neowiz has officially addressed player concerns about the high difficulty of Lies of P: Overture, the recently released DLC for the popular 2023 Soulslike title Lies of P. In response to widespread feedback, the developer confirmed that a patch is on the way to rebalance the game’s challenge level—though it may take time.
🧠 Fan Feedback Prompts Developer Action
Following the shadow-drop of Lies of P: Overture during Summer Game Fest 2025, many players were excited to dive into the new content, which explores events before the Puppet Frenzy. However, the excitement quickly turned to frustration for some, as complaints flooded forums and social media regarding the DLC’s punishing difficulty.
📺 Developer Responds in Director’s Letter
In a new Director’s Letter video, Game Director Jiwon Choi acknowledged the feedback and confirmed that the development team at Neowiz is working on several changes.
“We identified areas that did not turn out quite as we intended,” Choi stated, adding that the upcoming patch will include a minor reduction in difficulty along with other balancing improvements to make the game more enjoyable.
The news was also highlighted in a recent Eurogamer article, showing just how widespread the feedback has been.
🧪 No Release Date Yet, But Changes Are in Motion
Choi emphasized that any changes must undergo “meticulous work and thorough testing” before being released. As such, there’s no confirmed timeline for the patch—but the studio wanted to reassure fans that it’s actively listening and adjusting.
📈 Lies of P’s Ongoing Success
Despite the feedback, Lies of P remains a strong entry in the Soulslike genre. Since its 2023 release, it has sold over one million copies, praised for its unique dark fairytale setting, tight combat mechanics, and eerie reinterpretation of Pinocchio.
With the upcoming balance update, Lies of P: Overture is expected to become more accessible while retaining the challenge that fans of the genre crave.
Neowiz’s willingness to respond to player feedback marks a strong commitment to its community. While the game might currently feel overwhelming to some, the promise of upcoming changes means there’s still plenty to look forward to in Krat’s haunting streets.
Stay tuned for more updates as Neowiz prepares to fine-tune its dark masterpiece once again.