Lies of P developer teases next game will be 'fun and emotionally moving'

The developer has officially rebranded from its previous identity to Nough Studio. This announcement accompanies the reveal that the studio is now actively engaged in the full-scale development of a sequel. Discussions regarding the studio's future projects center on the team's creative philosophy. According to Games Press and PC Gamer, the studio intends to build upon the foundation of its previous work while aiming to create an action game that is both fun and emotionally moving.

Developers have acknowledged the professional pressure associated with attempting to surpass the performance and reception of the original title. Reflecting on the production history of the first game, Yahoo Tech and other sources highlight internal development challenges. Developers noted that they had to implement specific difficulty settings during the creation of Lies of P because members of the team found the project difficult to complete themselves. These internal experiences are being cited as part of the studio's ongoing narrative about being gamers creating products for other gamers.

As the studio shifts focus to its next project, the industry is monitoring how the team will apply its experience to the new title. Coverage does not yet specify a release window or detailed mechanics for the sequel. The studio's current objective remains centered on the goal of creating what they describe as the world's greatest action game, though specific metrics for achieving this benchmark are not provided.