Lies of P Sequel Advances to Full-Scale Development, Round8 Studio Expands AI Art Pipeline
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Neowiz has confirmed its sequel to the Soulslike game Lies of P has entered full-scale development following a successful vertical slice. Round8 Studio, the developer, is also hiring for an 'AI Creator' role to integrate generative AI tools into its art production pipeline to increase efficiency. Two other new projects, Project Windi and Project Rubicon, are also in early development stages.
Facts First
- Lies of P sequel confirmed to be in full-scale development after a successful vertical slice presentation.
- Round8 Studio is hiring an 'AI Creator' to use Stable Diffusion and Midjourney to speed up concept art production.
- Two new projects, Project Windi and Project Rubicon, are in development at Round8 Studio.
- Project Windi is a Soulslike RPG currently in the prototype stage.
- Project Rubicon is a narrative RPG that has entered the vertical-slice phase.
What Happened
Neowiz's Q1 2026 earnings report confirmed that the sequel to Lies of P has reached the 'full-scale dev phase'. This follows the completion of a 'vertical slice,' a small demonstrable portion used to secure approval for the project's direction. Round8 Studio, the developer of Lies of P, is also expanding its team with a new 'AI Creator' role to use AI tools to reduce production time. Separately, the studio has two other projects in early development: Project Windi, a Soulslike RPG, and Project Rubicon, a narrative RPG.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoyed Lies of P, its sequel is now moving forward with greater certainty and resources. The studio's investment in an AI art pipeline could allow artists to iterate on concepts more quickly, potentially accelerating the game's overall development timeline. For players interested in new experiences, Round8 Studio's two other projects suggest a diverse portfolio of upcoming games.
What's Next
The full-scale development phase for the Lies of P sequel means the core team is likely to expand and production will ramp up significantly, though a release date is not yet announced. The hiring of an AI Creator indicates Round8 Studio may be aiming to streamline its art production. The progress on Project Windi and Project Rubicon suggests more details about these games could be revealed as they move beyond their current prototype and vertical-slice stages.