"DLC Overture" Dev to Tweak Game Difficulty

Lies of P developer Neowiz unveiled DLC Overture during Summer Game Fest, introducing new locations, enemies, bosses, characters, weapons, and the contentious addition of two easier difficulty settings. Now, these options are becoming even more accessible as the team prepares for further "difficulty reductions." As a "Soulslike" title, Lies of P delivers punishing challenges — particularly for newcomers drawn in by its dark narrative and atmosphere. Director Jiwon Choi initially maintained that Soulslike games shouldn't include difficulty options, releasing without any. However, the team reconsidered, stating: "We wanted to ensure broader accessibility for players." Players tackling the Overture DLC on its intended "Legendary Stalker" difficulty report tougher-than-ever challenges. The polarized feedback — both praising and criticizing the DLC's increased difficulty — forced Lies of P's subreddit to consolidate discussions into a megathread to manage overwhelming complaints. Steam reviews reflect this divide, with one player noting: "At level 300, basic enemies shouldn't defeat me in two hits. The encounter design forces multiple engagements simultaneously, which becomes problematic when any single enemy can deplete half your health instantly." Neowiz recently addressed these concerns through a Director's Letter, signaling upcoming adjustments. "We're carefully evaluating all feedback and exploring implementation timelines," Choi stated (via Eurogamer). "Combat experience remains our primary focus. "We've identified areas falling short of our intentions and are reviewing adjustments — including further difficulty reductions. However, combat lies at Lies of P's core. Any modifications demand meticulous refinement and testing." This fundamental consideration explains why Neowiz hasn't committed to a patch release window. Our review awarded Lies of P 8/10, with Overture earning matching praise (8/10). "Lies of P: Overture expertly expands an already stellar game, even while adhering to familiar Soulslike conventions," we summarized.