The Future of Lies of P Starts with Retracing the Past

When I caught the Overture trailer, I was so intrigued that I immediately dived into some fan-made videos analyzing every detail, dissecting the trailer frame by frame to piece together the mystery. What would you like viewers to focus on in the trailer? Any particular highlights they should keep an eye out for?

Ji-won Choi shared my excitement and had also noticed those detailed fan breakdowns. It was heartwarming for him to see the incredible support from fans worldwide. The trailer’s main goal was straightforward: to show their dedication to the feedback received over the years. They wanted to convey that, yes, they’re listening, and this trailer is their way of showing they get it.

I was curious about this shift. When Lies of P was first released, there weren’t immense expectations from the outside world. The game looked promising, but no one knew just how good it would be. Now, with Overture, there’s palpable excitement. How do they balance fan expectations and feedback with their creative vision? I asked Ji-won.

He explained that they see feedback as a collaborative process between developers and players, taking every piece of criticism seriously. It’s about understanding what’s working, recognizing areas for improvement, and testing those ideas internally. Not every piece of feedback is straightforward, but they don’t dismiss it. Instead, they validate and test quickly to see what truly works.

Reflecting on the trailer again, I noted that the base game often felt like a solitary journey. Sure, players could return to Hotel Krat for some company, but outside, it was a solitary affair. However, in this new trailer, P rarely feels alone. There’s a scene where P blows a horn and Aladoro bursts in, and we see masked allies fighting alongside P. Does this mean Overture will be a less isolated experience?

Ji-won hesitated to pin down specific emotions like loneliness but emphasized their focus on developing compelling characters. In the base game, players encountered hints of various personalities. The expansion aims to explore these characters more deeply, ensuring players have a richer, more comprehensive experience. They want these characters to feel fully fleshed out and engaging.