Lies of P made a name for itself by nailing that tight, deliberate Soulslike combat while building a haunting world inspired by Belle Époque nightmares. Now, with the Overture DLC, Neowiz gives players a reason to return to Krat — not just to face new horrors, but to uncover more of the mysterious story behind the puppet uprising.
If you’re ready to jump back into the grind, there’s a catch: Overture doesn’t just unlock itself. Like any proper Soulslike expansion, you’ll need to meet a few conditions before the game lets you step through the door to its new world.
Finishing the Base Game Comes First
To start Overture, you must reach the end of the base campaign — specifically, the conclusion of Chapter 9. This is the point where the Krat Hotel falls under siege, and much of the area is left in ruins. Once you’ve defeated the final boss and repaired the main Stargazer inside the hotel, you’ll see a notification hinting that new content is available.
If you’ve already rolled credits and haven’t yet started a New Game Plus run, simply booting up your save should trigger the item that unlocks the DLC — the Star’s Chrysalis. It’s the key to everything Overture has to offer.
Using the Star’s Chrysalis
Once you have the Star’s Chrysalis, head to any Stargazer. Under the “Teleport to Another Stargazer” option, look at the list of areas from Chapter 5 — you’ll spot a new quest marker at the Path of the Pilgrim. Travel there with the Chrysalis in your inventory.
When you arrive, a cutscene kicks in: P takes out the mysterious item, a trail of glowing butterflies appears, and the familiar, mournful atmosphere of Krat gives way to something new. Follow the butterflies until you find an overgrown Stargazer wrapped in ivy. Interact with it to officially begin the Overture DLC. From there, the new storyline and boss encounters begin immediately.
What’s New in the Overture DLC
Neowiz isn’t just adding a new chapter — the latest update also introduces several quality-of-life improvements and challenge modes that shake up the experience. Expect two new difficulty settings, designed to make the game more accessible for newcomers or far deadlier for veterans.
There’s also a Boss Rush mode, which lets you re-fight every major foe back-to-back — a true test of your weapon builds and reaction timing. And yes, Overture weaves fresh lore threads into the main narrative, expanding on what happened before the events of the core game.
For lore hunters, new collectibles and dialogue sequences deepen the mythos surrounding P’s origins and the enigmatic Alchemists of Krat. It’s not just more of the same — it’s a bridge to whatever comes next for the series.
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Tips Before You Dive In
Before starting Overture, make sure your gear is fully upgraded and your preferred Legion Arms are tuned to your playstyle. The enemies in the DLC are tuned for endgame builds, and they hit harder than most late-game mobs.
It’s also smart to back up your save before entering the new area — once you confirm your entry into Overture, there’s no easy way to step back until you’ve reached the first Stargazer in the expansion zone.
Final Thoughts
The Overture DLC is more than a side story — it’s a statement that Lies of P is here to stay. Whether you’re chasing lore revelations or just hungry for another dose of precise, punishing combat, this expansion delivers on both fronts.
Neowiz clearly understands what fans love about this world, and Overture gives just enough new material to remind us why Lies of P stood out in the crowded Soulslike scene in the first place.