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August PlayStation Plus Games Bring Lies of P, DayZ, and My Hero One's Justice 2

In August, PlayStation Plus Essential offers Lies of P, DayZ, and My Hero One’s Justice 2, plus exclusive themed avatars from popular titles, but be sure to add Diablo IV, The King of Fighters XV, and more before July titles expire on the 4th.

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PlayStation Plus Essential Adds Lies of P, DayZ, My Hero One's Justice 2 in August, Plus Free Avatars Pack

Starting August 5th, PlayStation Plus Essential members can access three new games: Lies of P (PS5, PS4), DayZ (PS4), and My Hero One's Justice 2 (PS4). As a reminder, July's PlayStation Plus games, including Diablo IV and The King of Fighters XV, are available only until August 4th. Ensure they are added to your library before this deadline. In Lies of P, members journey through a grim take on Pinocchio, battling deadly puppet assassins in the decaying city of Krat with challenging Soulslike combat. DayZ immerses up to 60 players in a hostile, post-apocalyptic world where every decision is critical in a survival experience without checkpoints. My Hero One's Justice 2 players relive electrifying battles from the popular anime, featuring iconic characters and explosive 3D arenas. August also continues PlayStation Plus's 15th-anniversary celebrations. From August 5th, members can claim a free, exclusive set of themed avatars, showcasing art from top titles such as Cyberpunk 2077, Hogwarts Legacy, Diablo IV, God of War Ragnarök, and Twisted Metal.

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Game info

Official Name
Lies of P
Brief Summary
Lies of P is an action role-playing game set in a dark, Belle Époque-inspired city overrun by deadly puppets. Players control Pinocchio, reimagined as a mechanical warrior, navigating a decaying world while making choices that affect the unfolding narrative. The game features challenging melee combat, weapon customization, and a mechanical arm with various abilities.
Platforms
PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, Mac, Xbox One
Released
September 18, 2023
Genre
Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
Play Modes
Single player
Content Rating
19+
Languages
Chinese (Simplified), English, Japanese, Korean
Genre
Round8 Studio
Genre
Neowiz
Ratings
85/100 (232 reviews)

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