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I have not once actually connected to another player in this game and I do not know why. I have PS+, I have the game in online mode, I even have the "worldwide" option set to be able to connect to literally anyone.

Beckoning Bell never has others players show up (or any "signs" if they are like the NPC summons).

Resonating Bell never summons me anywhere. I don't know if it works like summon signs in DS/ER where another player will see something to summon me where I was standing when I used it, or if it's like the effigies in Elden Ring where you just get summoned if the game finds a match; but I have tried using it around lamps, at boss doors, etc.

I can't even seem to invade anyone! Maybe I have the wrong bell? I have the sinister resonating bell and I get the feeling from the on screen prompt when using it that it's more like the dueling shit from DS where I am not forcing my way in, but being invited. All I know is that I haven't been able to invade with this either.

What gives? I see notes and ghosts all over the place so I know there is still an online presence in the game. Is it because I am on PS5 and not a PS4? Why can I not connect to anyone? 😩

Most of the Bloodborne NPCs come to mind since it's a very tragic game overall. Millicent's in Elden Ring is pretty sad too. The Divine Child of the Rejuvenating Waters in Sekiro has an emotional impact on me too - very cool ending associated with her too

no don't shoot me Todd Howard

13th-20th March. Snag it while you can if you're interested in a pretty good soulslike make by a non-FromSoft company

People who visit this community regularly probably already know that Lies of P is very near and dear to me. I didn't pay much attention to the game back when it was teased and released since it looked like knock-off Bloodborne and its focus on Pinocchio seemed silly, but I have gotten around to it eventually and can happily claim that it's in my top 3 soulslikes.

For those who have not played the game, the story of the game loosely revolves around the original novel by Carlo Collodi with some minor plot tweaks and reinterpretations of some characters to better fit the narrative. Its setting seems to be heavily inspired by Bloodborne's bleak, thick, dark, and gothic atmosphere, combat mechanics, and speed with a hint of Sekiro mixed in with its high focus on perfect parries and prosthetic arm allowing for dynamic gameplay. Lies of P is the best of both worlds, if you will.

Definitely check the game out if you haven't yet. It might just be the best non-From Software soulslike there currently is. The polish and quality of the game really is a standout - especially for a complete newcomer like Neowiz/Round 8.

I couldn't think of any other game to feature on here, so for the next time: Which Soulslike would you like to see featured next week? An upcoming release? A title many have already played before?

Do let me know!

Anything new you're picking up? A comfort game you want to start another playthrough of? Any challenging bosses?

Just gave the demo a try today and bounced off it hard - immediately uninstalled the demo too because it felt so unfinished and janky lol. Many people seem to be rather excited about the game. I guess the art direction is at least... interesting though not really my cup of tea. Apart from that, I haven't really seen anything that piqued my interest. Seems to be kind of a mesh between a soulslike and something like Darksiders 2 or Diablo with its loot drops and comparing armour pieces. Kind of like Nioh, I think.

Any of you gave the demo a try?