Recently, Neowiz's Round8 studio is recruiting senior developers for the sequel to "Pinocchio's Lies".Recruitment positions cover program development (engine programmers, combat programmers, content programmers) and design fields (dungeon level design, balance design, monster combat design).It is reported that the sequel will create top-level visual effects and in-depth level design based on Unreal 5 engine, continuing the hardcore action experience.

It is worth noting that the "combat programmer" must be responsible for real-time combat system design, player skills implementation and enemy AI development; the "monster combat designer" position clearly requires applicants to have a deep understanding of soul-like games and must pass all the bosses of "Pinocchio's Lies" - this is listed as one of the specific recruitment standards.

All applicants must submit a cover letter containing three major elements: self-analysis as a game developer, motivation and goals for joining, and the most memorable gaming experience and reasons in life.Round8 Studio emphasized that this is the creative base of "people who truly love games and understand the essence of fun", and clearly stated that "those who do not play games should not submit."

As of June this year, the cumulative global sales of "Pinocchio's Lies" exceeded 3 million copies.This dark-style work adapted from "The Adventures of Pinocchio" has achieved sales of one million in the first month after its release in September 2023, with its exquisite combat design. The number of players exceeded 7 million in five months, of which about 90% of the sales came from overseas markets such as North America, Europe and Japan.

Industry insiders analyzed that this large-scale recruitment means that the sequel development has entered a comprehensive acceleration stage and is expected to be released in 2026.