1. Surprise DLC Release and Entry Requirements
Lies of P DLC Overture was released as a surprise.
The DLC price is set at ₩29,800, which is well-received.
You must complete Chapter 9 of the main game to play the DLC.
You may need to start over if you are in the middle of a playthrough.
2. Difficulty Adjustment and Convenience Updates
Two easier difficulty levels added from the existing single difficulty.
Boss re-challenge and Boss Rush mode available directly from the hotel.
Additional P-Organ options can be enhanced.
Ergo items can be used directly from the level-up screen, and the level-up is indicated by color when available.
3. DLC Difficulty and NPC Helper Utilization
The early stages of the DLC are difficult, so the difficulty has been lowered.
There are two boss fights using NPC helpers, and the difficulty reduction effect is significant when using helpers.
The fatal attack combo with the helper is spectacular.
4. Various Weapons with Improved Movesets
The motions and performance of the new weapons are impressive.
Unique concept weapons such as Taejo Yi Seong-gye's bow 'Eogunggu', a fire-breathing spear 'Tomorrow's Puppet Welder', and an acid-spitting 'Mace of the Silent Sermon' appear.
The gun-shooting is a blade-style 'Azure Knight', and the Legion Arms 'Icarus' and 'Cataclysm' have been added.
'Mad Windmill' is my favorite weapon thanks to its special options and motions.
5. Visual Elements Expanded with Added Originality
A new atmosphere with snowfields and frozen lands as the main background in winter.
Various places such as zoos, beaches, and mansions.
The designs of the added enemies.
The zoo map has a bizarre and highly complete visual reminiscent of a horror game.
Efforts to overcome the similarities of the main story and create a unique style are noticeable.
6. A Lingering Previous Story
The DLC deals with the prequel story of the main story.
Fragmented storytelling and unresolved plot points are disappointing, but overall a satisfying story.
Lyrical music and directing, and a lingering ending.
There are parts that imply the story and settings of the main story.
Added collection elements such as costumes and records, and there are parts that are linked to the main story.
You get the impression that the DLC was made with care.
7. Conclusion
The DLC shows the concerns about the difficulty.
The developers cleverly made it as difficult as they wanted, but added difficulty selection.
You can feel the developers' meticulousness in actively accepting feedback.
It goes beyond simple expansion and raises expectations for the sequel.
This is a DLC that you shouldn't miss if you enjoyed the main story.
If you hesitated because you thought it would be difficult, now is the best time to start.