All difficulty options explained in Lies of P Overture DLC

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11-06-2025

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Lies of P: Overture
is a fresh challenge, and now, for the first time, it's your choice
how
brutal that challenge should be. With the new Overture DLC, developer Neowiz finally adds long-requested difficulty settings, letting players tailor their experience based on how much pain (or mercy) they want from this twisted, Pinocchio-inspired soulslike.
Whether you're a hardcore dodger or someone just here for the eerie narrative, this guide breaks down all the difficulty modes and how to switch between them.
Every Difficulty Mode in Lies of P: Overture
With the DLC update,
Lies of P
now offers three difficulty settings, impacting both the base game and the new Overture content. Each one changes how enemies behave, how much damage you deal and receive, and how demanding the combat feels.
Lies of P - Select Difficulty (Explanation) Butterfly's Guidance, Awakened Puppet, Legendary Stalker
1. Butterfly's Guidance (Very Easy)
Ideal for players more interested in the story than the struggle.
Combat is toned down heavily here. It is like "cinematic mode" for soulslike skeptics. You'll breeze through battles with minimal effort, perfect for first-timers or those just soaking up the atmosphere.
For you if:
You want to
watch
the story unfold, not wrestle with every enemy encounter.
2. Awakened Puppet (Easy)
This mode hits a nice middle ground. Combat still matters, but enemies are more forgiving, and parry windows are a bit more generous.
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You'll die less, rage less, and still get that classic Lies of P feel, just without the blood pressure spike.
For you if:
You want to fight, but not fight for your life every 30 seconds.
3. Legendary Stalker (Standard)
This is the original difficulty from the base game—no hand-holding, no mercy. Perfect blocks, brutal bosses, and high tension define this setting. It's where the game was
meant
to be played, and the mode most soulslike veterans will likely stick to.
For you if:
You live for the grind and the glory.
Lies of P | How To Change Difficulty
How to Change Difficulty in Lies of P?
You can choose your difficulty when you start a new game, but the real win here is flexibility. Jump into the Gameplay settings at any time to switch modes. No restarts. No loss of progress. Just instant adjustment based on your mood or frustration level.
Boss Rush Difficulty – A Different Beast
The Boss Rush mode, introduced in the Overture DLC, has its own twist: it uses levels 1–5 instead of the named difficulties.
Levels 1–3
match up with Butterfly's Guidance through Legendary Stalker.
Levels 4–5
are locked at first but offer extreme, unforgiving challenges for the brave (or reckless). Beat Level 3 to unlock the rest.
What's the Best Difficulty for You?
If you're new to
Lies of P
, don't let pride ruin your playthrough. Start with Awakened Puppet or Butterfly's Guidance to learn the ropes, then move up when you're ready. The core experience remains intact - creepy world, tight combat, and haunting boss battles, but just at your pace.