The Xbox Games Showcase in June remains shrouded in mystery, with little indication of what to expect or what promises will be made. Following some disappointing outcomes from the last showcase, Xbox is under scrutiny to deliver on its first-party titles. Though the highly anticipated Starfield remains a wildcard, there is some hope for fans with the potential release of a tenable Soulslike game on Xbox Game Pass this summer - if it does indeed launch.
Lies of P has been generating buzz as a must-watch Soulslike since its initial reveal, with its intriguing take on a morbid Pinocchio storyline. However, a concrete release date has yet to be shared, leaving only the vague August window as an anchor for its summer launch. To regain trust and excitement from fans, the Xbox Games Showcase needs to provide clarity and details about Lies of P that can be rallied behind.
Lies of P Needs a Release Date and Xbox Game Pass Confirmation
For fans of FromSoftware's action-RPGs in the Soulslike subgenre, Lies of P is a highly anticipated day-one purchase. Despite being compared to Bloodborne, Lies of P has its own unique qualities that make it a spiritual successor to the long-forgotten IP. While it will also be available on PlayStation consoles, its prominence on Xbox gives the platform something for fans to be excited about. With only a few months until its release, fans are eagerly awaiting more details and another trailer, which could potentially be showcased at the Xbox Games Showcase on June 11.
It is imperative that the Xbox Games Showcase clarifies whether Lies of P will be available exclusively on Xbox Game Pass for console or if it will also be accessible on the PC Game Pass service. Neowiz should not wait until the last minute to provide this clarification, as it is a significant detail that fans need to know. With these details in place, Lies of P can continue to rely on its successful marketing campaign and the gameplay footage available to win over fans and intrigue the Soulslike community.
The fate of Lies of P as the next Bloodborne may be uncertain, but there's no doubt that it packs a punch that Xbox can't afford to overlook. With the Xbox Games Showcase right around the corner, the pressure is on for Lies of P to reveal more and showcase its potential. Fans may not require much to be impressed following the mixed reactions to the recent PlayStation Showcase, but Lies of P still has plenty to share, and the showcase is the perfect opportunity to do so. The game is set to launch in 2023 for a variety of platforms, including PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.