The Dark Truth Behind Little Red Riding Hood in P's Shared Fairy Tale Universe
Lies of P's Shared Fairy Tale Universe expands its captivating world with a chilling twist on Little Red Riding Hood, promising a haunting adaptation that will leave audiences spellbound Prepare for a mesmerizing journey into the dark side of this timeless tale
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Lies of P impressively weaves the Pinocchio tale into a dark and fantastical Soulslike experience with multiple endings.
The post-credit sequence creates excitement for Neowiz's upcoming adaptation of The Wizard of Oz. In this shared universe, Little Red Riding Hood may be the next fairy tale to undergo a hauntingly unique Soulslike adaptation. The game is expected to provide players with multiple endings and captivating gameplay possibilities.
Lies of P initially captivated audiences with its striking similarity to Bloodborne, the highly acclaimed action-RPG by FromSoftware. As the release date approached, however, it became clear that Lies of P would establish its own identity, presenting a dark and chilling interpretation of the Pinocchio story. The game skillfully transforms this source material into a macabre and fantastical Soulslike adventure, while still retaining the enchanting and whimsical elements that fans expect. One of the most intriguing aspects of Lies of P is its post-credit sequence, which hints at a future adaptation of The Wizard of Oz.
Neowiz's masterful incorporation of the Pinocchio narrative into Lies of P is truly commendable. The game expertly utilizes well-known characters in a manner that aligns seamlessly with the story being told, allowing for multiple endings that each possess their own validity. It will undoubtedly be fascinating to see how Neowiz approaches The Wizard of Oz, a beloved tale renowned for its portrayal of both innocent wonderment and childhood trauma. Moreover, the potential prospects of incorporating other whimsical fantasy stories from the public domain, such as Little Red Riding Hood, into this shared Soulslike universe is equally thrilling.
Lies of P’s Wizard of Oz Should Only Be the Beginning
The adaptation of The Wizard of Oz holds immense intrigue, whether it takes the form of a Lies of P DLC or a sequel. Lies of P, in itself, has already established a remarkable blueprint for its potential structure. However, given the limited knowledge about this shared universe, one questionable aspect remains: the reason behind Dorothy's presence in Krat.
Ideally, a Wizard of Oz Soulslike would be most captivating if set in the original source material's world, where players can navigate the Yellow Brick Road and explore the wonders of the Emerald City. However, it is uncertain if Neowiz intends to make Krat the central hub for all its future endeavors. Dorothy's appearance in Krat might have simply served to highlight the connection between the two, but further details about the future of Lies of P and its supposed universe are likely to be revealed in due time.
Either way, the success of Lies of P amid many mediocre Soulslike games demonstrates that a franchise is more than deserving, and Neowiz devised a plan that could be infinitely rewarding with other fairy tale properties peppered into it. Unlike the MCU, too, these games wouldn’t even necessarily need to be connected explicitly beyond the character Paracelsus, as untethered Soulslike experiences for such fairy tales are intriguing on their own.
Lies of P Could Produce a Haunting Take on Little Red Riding Hood
The potential for integrating various fairy tale properties into this franchise is immense, as demonstrated by the overwhelming success of Lies of P amidst a sea of lackluster Soulslike games. Neowiz's ingenious plan to expand upon the franchise could yield infinitely rewarding results. Furthermore, unlike the interconnected Marvel Cinematic Universe, these games would not be constrained by a need for explicit connections between them, except for the presence of the character Paracelsus. The idea of exploring untethered Soulslike experiences set in the world of fairy tales alone is incredibly captivating.
In this shared universe, Neowiz has the opportunity to incorporate various enchanting settings and tales into a Soulslike gameplay. Among the captivating options, the story of Little Red Riding Hood naturally stands out. The iconic hooded cape worn by our protagonist could serve as a distinguishable fashion statement, allowing players to customize their appearance with alternative gear. Additionally, her basket could play a vital role as the inventory system, representing the valuable items collected throughout the quest. As for the wolf that shadows her every move, it could be an intriguing non-player character with whom players consistently interact, adding a touch of uncertainty as to its intentions, following the traditional Soulslike fashion.
The wolf's deception and the fate of the girl's grandmother carry a sinister tone, aligning well with the deceptive nature of Soulslike NPCs and the dark storytelling typically found in Soulslike worlds. Similar to Lies of P, Little Red Riding Hood could feature multiple endings, allowing players to shape their own outcome with choices leading to a 'good,' 'bad,' or 'true' ending.
Lies of P can be played on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
