Lies of P 2: Shadows Lie Twice 😂

Cosmetics might not affect combat aspect, but one reviewer said they found at least three outfits that had positive effect when interacting with NPCs. According to them reading the lore behind these cosmetic items can help you guess that some NPCs might act differently if you were to wear them. I mean we already know Lady Antonia will react to you if you do the gesture while wearing the school uniform in the demo.(possibly hinting P is based on deceased son of Geppeto and Antonia)

the demo was so long i feel like it showed they were really confident in their game

for me, the most memorable moment is when that rabbit open the "liar" coffin. that is a surprise great chereography

I'm so glad this is not a flop.

I totally know what you mean about the vibe. It seems like such a shallow thing to focus on, but I honestly think more games should focus on atmosphere as a priority. If the atmosphere is bad or boring, it doesn’t really matter how good the gameplay or writing is. It’s always nice to see developers being aware of that.

I bought it yesterday and it actually filled the Bloodborne shaped hole in my heart. I am content. I wish enemies were a bit more difficult but the bosses are awesome.

The demo held me over for an easy 6 hours. I played it twice, and the challenge was always there. Thanks for talking about it. I will definitely be buying this one.

Man I was burnt out as well with the genre and I’m so excited for this game. I haven’t touched any of them since elden ring. I’m very very excited for it.

I know it literally just came out but i already feel like it’s so underrated i hope it gets a sequel

I'm only here to say that this cleaned up and styled hair and beard combo you've got going right now is really working for you. Keep it up, looking good.

Jake’s one of the few VG critics/content creators with the balls to admit he struggles with Soulslike combat. Way too many “git gud” bros out there.

The mad lads at round 8 went into making this game with a prior game being an MMO (blessed unleashed), the hurdle was huge and I'm glad to hear they nailed it. I was interested in the title the moment it was announced, mainly because of its aesthetic and atmosphere, I'm usually not a fan of soulslikes, but having played the demo, I'm definitely jumping into this one.

Guillermo's Pinocchio was awesome

The Guillermo del Toro Pinocchio was one of my favorite movies this year so I'm very ready to play a video game Pinocchio right now. Can't wait! 😁

I'm so thankful for game companies putting out playable demos. Being able to preview how the game can run on my hardware sold me on Lies of P after being hyped from the trailers. More game companies should do this if they believe in their product!

Your motivation for pushing through is exactly the same I had with DS1. Just wanting to see what kind of beautiful area was next, so this game sounds right up my alley!

Very, very, very good review; full of a vibrant vibe, stunning frames not seen before (without spoilers!). Like watching a restaurant review show and feeling stomach juices collect. Brain juices collecting. This review reffing rocks. You nailed it from all angles. Thank you for sharing your experience of aspects of occasional souls-style fatigue.

Had to go back and watch the sponsor spot to see the progress of the Bruce Wayne inspired hideaway. It's looking great! You got a wingback chair and dark furniture going on, really cool. Maybe some dark drapes / curtains for the window to take away the sharp edges of the frame and you're golden. I'm going for an Art-Deco 'bio-shock' inspired theme with my place, but without the flooding, so know the work that goes into that kind of project.

Glad to see it getting praise, playing the demo was a very pleasant surprise

Downloaded it yesterday and I'm just now at the Shocking Bobby guy. I'm with you on struggling with these but I also like the grind because I don't just FLY through them. It's slick, it's stylish, I'm glad it's here and I'm loving it.

You know your PS5 came with a vertical stand? What are we? Animals?

Been super excited about this since I first heard about it… I can not express how happy I am that this game isn’t a flop.

Jake , I love these videos. You've helped convince me to come out of my own souls burnout and try it!

I was already considering playing it despite having never played a Soulslike in my life (major noob over here to games, just got into gaming last year), but you have absolutely sold me. I'm neck deep in Baldur's Gate 3 and Starfield still and have yet to get to Sea of Stars, which I also really want to play, so here's hoping I can get to this soon as well. There have just been too many amazing games this year and the backlog never stops growing! Thanks for all you do Jake, have a good day :)

This game just makes me want a PC port of Bloodbourne that much more.

I'm about 10 hours in and I 100% agree. There are a few things about the combat mechanics and enemy attacks I don't love, but everything else is absolutely awesome, just the general vibe of the world and all the visuals are so good. They nailed it

I was so impressed by the scale and worldbuilding. This needs a sequel or a successor with another theme. They got a good formular with very solid new unique mechanics.

The game looks really cool. I’m always glad to see success and excellence in the gaming space, even when it’s a game I probably won’t play. I just love seeing the creativity, and seeing people enjoying playing games. Hope people have a blast playing it.

The best part of lies of p is freeing up the console storage after finishing it

I'll have to try the white chicken chili soon. Haven't seen that in my options, so maybe it's a location- specific option? I'll check my upcoming Factor options to see if it's there. Thanks for the heads-up, and all the game info too of course ❤

Just from the demo the atmosphere hooked me. I really enjoyed the music albums and that's usually not the case for me. It all just goes together perfectly!

Played the demo, except for the final boss in it, i really enjoyed it, looking forward to it, great that its on Game pass too

I'm so excited for this game. Separately I really need some games with Halloween, spooky not horror vibes every year. I wish there were more games like medievil but modern.

Jake, you are without a doubt my favorite gaming youtuber. Your takes always click with me. Keep on the excellent work.

Same loved this and didn't think I would not liking soul likes but the setting and story were brilliant and I liked the linearity of it tbh

I played the demo and loved it man. I’m glad you enjoyed it that gives me hope.

We’ve been blessed with so many games this year. I’m still on my first run of BG3, haven’t even opened Starfield yet and now I’ve got an amazing souslike to enjoy as well? Thats only in the last 2 months! Insanity. Next month is Spider-Man 2 as well!

I was quite tickled by the Portrait of Dorian Gray reference. Underappreciated English canon.

When the hotel opens up at the end...bro that holy shit moment was so epic. Coming back 6 months later and man what a masterpiece. They hinted at a wizard of Oz sequel after the credits with Dorothy clicking her heels together. So well done.

It have a good inspiration from Belgium architecture, Thank you to notice it !

The demo is fun so definitely looking forward to playing more.

The best thing about this channel: everything

One of the most genuine people on KZfaq. Never change, Jake!

Hey Jake, glad to hear you really like this game i was full of excitement & anticaption for the exact same reasons you were, the aesthetic. I'm not really into the souls-like games but i did play Blood Borne in preparation for LOP and i really dug it, the difficulty is exhausting but the dope style & aesthetic kept me in it. I have a deep fascination for history so I'm a huge slut for anything Steam Punk, Victorian, Art Deco & Dark Academia, especially when coupled with Fables or Science Fiction. Ive been itching to see more of these themes in gaming so i knew LOP would be perfect for me, can't wait to pick it up.

Yes the aesthetic of this game in the trailers sold me hard. I was just praying for good gameplay and so far it seems as if this will be worth picking up judging from the reviews.

I had the same reaction as you. "Yess that is what i needed!" when they showed us the trailer

You are awesome, Jake, and lies of p looks great. I'm excited to play it next week.

Hey Jake, just FYI, the video cuts to black at 4:49, and stays on a black screen with audio underneath for about 10 seconds. Just thought you might wanna know. Great video though! Im glad to know this one lives up to the hype!

Love your content and I can’t wait for this game! Also please add the base holder to your ps5. Makes me nervous watching it stand up with no stand attached! Hahaha.

Game is awesome some little clunkiness but you have to unlock a lot of the Mechanics but the story is Amazing twist of Pinocchio world. Feels like a new Bloodbourne

It's worth noting how amazingly well optimized this game is on PC, it ran at a flawless 60fps on my steam deck without breaking a sweat and it still looks amazing.

I’m really excited. Even tho this is coming to gamepass I usually replay most souls likes so I definitely feel like I’ll be replaying this one a few times! Excited to get into it this Saturday

Grown to respect & value your reviews. Already downloaded & ready to play once it’s released on gamepass!

There will be moments in this game you will rage, but it is wonderful despite the hard enemies. Kinda reminds me of playing blood-borne again and I'm loving it

The moment I saw the hotel room I was excited to see what he has cooking in the near future.

This may become my favorite souls like. My top 3 have been the remnant series, surge series and wo long (very underrated IMO), this is up there with them

Big Fan of Pinocchio since as far as I can recall. The very first book I read. Great Review and looking forward to sinking my teeth into this masterpiece. Alos not a really good Souls Gamer, have ADHD so it's challenging but I will try and push through this one. More of these reviews please @Jake Baldino❤

Huh. Is it just me or right around @4:49 the screen goes black when you talked about the other del Toro's Pinocchio?

I am glad you liked it. I played the demo and loved it. I wanted to support the game on release, but there are too many games coming out. I think I will be playing this one in late November or December.

🤣🤣🤣🤣 He tried to Low-key warm🤣 Pinocchio azz up, talking bout sum "Looking ass" 😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 @5:11

I'm on the same boat. I'm gassed out of From Software games atm. With the limited time i have between work, school and gym, I don't have time to dive into that style of game. I still like the style though. I have a back log of From style games to play.

I cnr wait for this. The design of that king looking robot is soooo dope.

Gonna give this game a shot, Jake. Thanks for the info. Also, this is the BEST your hair has looked ever. Well done.

I'm so glad to hear this review, I was one of the people who was also excited for this since the beginning

I’ve had gamepass since the series X came out, I always wondered why I had it, Starfield and LoP finally made subscribing worth it. Not sure about the other two or so years 😅

I love your videos where you talk about the best aspect of the game you loved, but i also would like to listen to your criticism of the game aswell!

Great news to hear this! I was also skeptical of this game despite the excitement! Will pick it up eventually

How do i get the demo? I cant find it anywhere, not on ps5, not on pc.

There are so many games I want to be playing right now, it’s insane

Fresh new trim Jakey 👏

You had me at spooky halloween vibes

Thanks for talking more about Lies of P Jake.. been looking forward to this game for awhile. Demo was great & glad to know the full game is too.. i can never get enough of these games i swear lol

Here 9 days later and I’m in love with this game😍

Jake brother I never had courage to play Souls game and I'm 40 years old gamer I love my old school RPGs/adventure games as well as Football manager and good horror (I actually really like Callisto) but you explain to me very well that I can try this and I'm not going to be frustrated straight away thanks dude, love from EU

Good. I felt the controls were a bit loose on the demo. But im pumped for this and ALL about it.

Woah jake your looking clean af my guy, just dropping some positivity keep up the great work

Can't wait to play this game. Me and my brother are definitely playing it IMMEDIATELY on the 19th

Honestly I thought it was just like a detective game or something. But I’m obsessed right now. Lies of P is something I didn’t know I needed.

I knew nothing about it but picked it up on the deck and am having a blast.

My boy is reckless with the PS5, no stand and at the EDGE of a table?!? Love your content Jake!

I gotta say, i liked the reverb from the other video! 👍🔉🎧 just say that was on purpose!

How does the dodging feel? In the demo it felt off.

The game is superb, and honestly probably one of my favorite souls like ever. He does so many things, right I feel like it changes enough things from the general gameplay of other souls like to stand out and the mechanical arm feels like it really fits with the theme and doesn’t feel like us just trying to copy other souls like. I am on new game plus and I’ve been playing it on and off the last few days after I beat it but it is honestly super solid and I’m really excited to see where they’re taking the ending or if there’s gonna be some kind of DLC or some thing and there’s still a lot of things that the community hasn’t solved yet that I’m really excited to see the answers to those questions when we figure it out

Preordered! Jumping in tomarrow

did they improve the dodge and parry timing since the demo? that was my only gripe with it

Man I love these reviews, no bs just an enjoyable video. Jake are you going to any con-s? Would be good to actualy meet you in person mate

I got a question on this page do you do your own video edits?

One more thing that I would like to add and i do not see people talk about it enough, is NG+. Without spoiling anything, I will just say that the developers did a brilliant job during boss fights to give you additional information and angle about what actually happened in the world.

I absolutely loved this game! I can't wait for a sequel

If it helps, I think the bests words that cover the esthetic that you are enjoying about this games, is baroque architecture with rococo embellishment. I also love this esthetic 😀

I seen the demo announcement live and got it right away. I spent at least 5 hours on it. So I knew I wanted it and pre ordered it last week. I'm jealous I can't play it yet. I've been keeping up on for a long time.

Talking about difficulty, what difficulty do you usually play when there's a choice?

If you're someone who likes heavy hitting classes in soulslikes where you can tank some damage, swing big binks (or just greatswords) and prefer a slower paced combat, this game will absolutely crush you. I completed so many different soulslikes, including FromSoftware's games (Sekiro twice which is basically 8 playthroughs), both Nioh games, both Surge games, Ashen, which has an absolutely fucking brutal completion with the DLC and Lies of P absolutely crushes me like no other game did. They've put heavy/slower weapons into the game, but pretty much every elite and boss are designed with fast paced playstyle in mind. The amount of delayed attacks those enemies have or attacks with 0 transparency at all is staggering. Just play with faster, lighter weapons and throwables, playing with heavy type class doesn't reward you at all, unless you're a total freak.

Throughout your entire video I was SO scared for your PS5! It seems to be at the very edge of a tiny table. Every time you moved your arms during your review, I was terrified you would knock it off!

Hell yeah bro I just came back from the field today and I’m downloading it now

I'm so happy that this game is actually good! This is the first game I have pre-ordered in like 12 years...As soon as I finished the Demo I knew I was gonna love it!

Jake’s a champion of gaming entertainment. I see big things for him if he wants it

Played the demo not to long ago and truly enjoyed it. Might get the full game later down the line on sale or PS Plus.

So hyped for this one