Lies of P similar games & best alternatives

Lies of P

Mac, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S • 2023

Should you play it?

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.

What works
  • Engaging and satisfying combat
  • Deep and immersive story
  • Weapon customization system
  • Beautiful visuals and soundtrack
  • Strong replayability with dlc
Things to keep in mind
  • Linear level design limits exploration
  • Parry timing can be unforgiving
  • Some bosses feel like health sponges
  • Complex control scheme on keyboard/mouse
  • Lack of multiplayer or social features

What to play next

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Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • The Surge 2

  • The Surge

  • The First Berserker: Khazan

  • Void Sols

  • There Is No Light: Enhanced Edition

  • Withering Rooms

  • FOUNTAINS

  • Darkwood

  • GRIME
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Void Sols

  • FOUNTAINS

  • Sands of Aura
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  • Creativity

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  • Experimenting

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Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers (hidden on purpose).

Lies of P: Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fellowship, Violence, Survival, Cooperation. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation, Leadership.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

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    4

    "Players can customize characters, choose from multiple classes and weapons, and craft their own weapons, allowing significant control over play style."

    Capsule for The Ultimatest Battle The Ultimatest Battle

    "Players can customize weapons by combining blades and handles, choose playstyles, and make meaningful story decisions, indicating high player control."

  • Competence

    Game with the same Competence vibe

    5

    "The game emphasizes skillful dodging, parrying, and boss pattern mastery with increasing difficulty and rewarding player improvement."

    Capsule for Bleed 2 Bleed 2

    "The game demands skillful combat including parrying, dodging, and learning boss patterns, with satisfying feedback and progression."

  • Competition

    Game with the same Competition vibe

    -3

    "No strong competitive modes; focus is on personal progression and building rather than PvP or ranked play."

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    "No PvP or ranked modes; focus is on personal challenge and mastery rather than competing against others."

  • Continuation

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    4

    "Many players report long play sessions, multiple playthroughs, and engagement with DLC and NG+ content."

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    "Players report multiple playthroughs, NG+ content, and DLC engagement, showing strong desire to keep playing."

  • Cooperation

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    -5

    "Entirely single-player experience with no cooperative multiplayer elements."

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    "Entirely single-player experience with no cooperative multiplayer elements."

  • Creativity

    Game with the same Creativity vibe

    5

    "Extensive weapon modding system and build experimentation encourage creative playstyles."

    Capsule for VOID/BREAKER VOID/BREAKER

    "Weapon assembly system allows creative combinations; players experiment with builds and playstyles."

  • Domination

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    -5

    "No evidence of exerting control over others; gameplay is solo and respectful."

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    "No evidence of exerting control over others; gameplay is solo and respectful."

  • Escapism

    Game with the same Escapism vibe

    4

    "Players immerse in a rich fantasy world with deep lore and emergent stories, providing strong escape from real life."

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    "Players immerse in a dark fantasy world with rich lore and atmosphere, providing strong escape from reality."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment, not obligation or external pressure."

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    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment, not obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting

    Game with the same Experimenting vibe

    5

    "Strong emphasis on trying new builds, weapons, and strategies with extensive customization."

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    "Encouraged by weapon customization and multiple combat approaches; players try new tactics and builds."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

    2

    "Some exploration of changing environments and secrets, though the game is mostly linear."

    Capsule for Neva Neva

    "Game is mostly linear but contains secrets and side areas rewarding exploration."

  • Expression

    Game with the same Expression vibe

    3

    "Customization of character builds and weapons allows some self-expression, though no cosmetic focus."

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    "Customization of weapons and character builds allows some self-expression, though cosmetic options less emphasized."

  • Fantasy

    Game with the same Fantasy vibe

    5

    "Strong fantasy setting with magical puppets, dark themes, and imaginative story elements."

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    "Strongly rooted in imaginative dark fantasy setting inspired by Pinocchio with supernatural elements."

  • Fellowship

    Game with the same Fellowship vibe

    -5

    "Minimal social interaction; focus is on solo play and personal achievement."

    Capsule for Swarmlake Swarmlake

    "Minimal social interaction; focus on solo play and individual experience."

  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

    5

    "Players develop skills, learn enemy patterns, and improve through repeated play and mastery."

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    "Players develop skills, learn enemy patterns, and improve through repeated play and mastery."

  • Health

    Game with the same Health vibe

    -4

    "Typical sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related mechanics."

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    "Typical sedentary gameplay with no physical activity or health-related mechanics."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

    -4

    "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement; not suited for casual or background play."

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    "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement; not suited for casual or background play."

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

    -4

    "Limited to narrative relationships; no social or emotional player interactions."

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    "Limited to narrative interactions; no close social or emotional player relationships."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    -5

    "No leadership or group management roles; purely individual gameplay."

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    "No leadership or group management roles; purely individual gameplay."

  • Progression

    Game with the same Progression vibe

    5

    "Strong progression through leveling, skill upgrades, weapon crafting, and character unlocks."

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    "Strong progression through weapon upgrades, skill unlocks, and story advancement."

  • Relaxation

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    "Game is challenging and can be tense, requiring focus and skill rather than pure relaxation."

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    "Game is challenging and tense at times, requiring focus and skill, though some find it rewarding and satisfying."

  • Sensation

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    "Highly praised visuals, sound design, and music provide strong sensory stimulation."

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  • Status

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    -4

    "No social status or recognition systems; achievements are personal and not publicly ranked."

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    "No social status or recognition systems; achievements are personal and not publicly ranked."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

    5

    "Rich narrative with meaningful characters, lore, and multiple endings; story is a major draw."

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    "Narrative is a major draw with engaging characters, lore, and multiple endings."

  • Strategy

    Game with the same Strategy vibe

    4

    "Combat and boss fights require planning, timing, and tactical decision-making."

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    "Combat and boss fights require planning, timing, and tactical decision-making."

  • Thrill

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    4

    "Players experience suspense and excitement from challenging combat and boss fights."

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    "Players experience suspense and excitement from challenging combat and boss encounters."

  • Value

    Game with the same Value vibe

    4

    "Players feel the game offers good value with extensive content, replayability, and quality design."

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    "Players feel the game offers strong value through quality content, replayability, and DLC."

  • Violence

    Game with the same Violence vibe

    4

    "Combat involves melee fighting, destruction of enemies, and visceral action."

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    "Combat involves visceral melee fighting, parrying, and defeating enemies and bosses."

  • Survival

    Game with the same Survival vibe

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    "Players must manage health, stamina, and resources to survive challenging encounters."

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    "Players manage health, stamina, and resources to survive challenging encounters."

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