Paths Taken

Paths Taken is a dating sim visual novel in which you play as Emory, an 18-year-old noble of Sharan, a wealthy kingdom on the brink of war. Emory’s father is an entrepreneur and prolific businessman who serves as the king’s aide in financial matters. Emory is best friends with Cordelian, the king’s only child, a 19-year-old being prepared to rule. Their daily life also includes Lisia, Emory’s personal maid, and Marco, Cordelian’s butler.

Story and choices

Emory’s carefree routine changes when they meet the princess of a neighboring rival country and learn that she is engaged to Cordelian. The story focuses on day-to-day life rather than action scenes. You choose how to spend your time and who to walk with along your path.

Character options

The game has four love interests: two female and two male. You can change Emory’s name, gender and design, and routes are not locked based on gender. The visual novel contains over 30,000 words.