Lies of P similar games & best alternatives

Lies of P

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

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Blades of Fire

  • Witchfire

  • Bayonetta

  • Prince of Persia: Warrior Within™

  • The Surge 2

  • Dead Space™ 2

More relaxing

Games that feels like Lies of P but with a more relaxing feel

  • Batman: Arkham City - Game of the Year Edition

  • Horizon Forbidden West™ Complete Edition

  • Dishonored

  • Assassin’s Creed Shadows

  • Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning

  • The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered

More social

Games that feels like Lies of P but with more teamwork and cooperation

  • REMNANT II®

  • DARK SOULS™ III

  • STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN

  • Dying Light 2 Stay Human: Reloaded Edition

  • ELDEN RING

  • Mars: War Logs

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How to read the map This is a polar difference map: direction = which motivation differs, and distance = how much (same units as the sidebar deltas).

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

Last update: 03/08/2026