Hi! Thank you for playing the game. It's on a 6 months hiatus now, but almost 50% of the next chapter is done. I will come back and the game will be updated :)
Hi! Tracy - You need to refuse the invitation to go shopping with Nina and Anna (hot tube scene - chapter one) Amy - Follow the dialogue choices from the walkthrough (bar scene - chapter 3)
Not too many differences: some aspects of the personalities of the LIs and the MC, as well as the development of the plot. These differences were more prominent until chapter 2. In the PDF attached, you can read about them in more detail ;)
Marsterpiece! The history unfolds on a thrilling way, makes me want to know what is gonna happen next on each chapter. Definitely a page turner worth playing!
Another VN I wish I checked out after it was more developed. I didn't want it to end just yet with how interesting things were and getting even more interesting by the minute. Was debating with myself whether or not to wait til 0.3's release before checking this out and with all that has happened I kinda wish I did with all I want to see next!
I think what I'm hoping for most with the next update is that we can clear things up with Lilah. That was equal parts painful and frustrating (For me it was more frustrating than the ending of 0.2), Sadie's comments about it especially. I mean, I get she doesn't know about the amnesia situation, but still lol.
Ignoring the grammar typos I'll just point out the main ones (Probably fixed in v0.3 but just incase).
I think the most hilarious one was with MC and Cora. After the whole initiation business when they're talking dirty to each other the names get mixed up for a few lines and makes it sound like Cora is meant to be a futa lol.
Cora (Should be MC): But I'm the one who's going to fuck you good now.
MC (Should be Cora): I confess after feeling how good you re with your hands, I'm excited to try out your other skills.
MC (Should be Cora): Let's see how good you are with your cock.
There's one when MC is talking to Nina after the second memory flashback. After telling her about the confrontation with Cora she mentions that it was her son that was taken, but Nina then mentions lucking out with situation with Cora's daughter.
Another I noticed was with MC, Skye and Tracy.
Skye: Angel was already trying to steal your client, MC (should be Tracy).
After Helga takes off her dress MC comments how her body is perfect.
MC (I should be Helga): I'd only look like this with you
Or at least I think it's meant to be Helga saying that. Makes sense given what was just said and what comes not long after.
When MC tells Helga "One day I'll take you there, you can be sure of that." he doesn't actually say it, it's more like quick note that literally says "MC For personal reasons, I can't go there right now"
During the cocktail event there's spacing missing when Cora says
"AndMCis... a boyfriend?"
When MC talks about Nina's ability in the combat class she says to not exaggerate and the next line is mislabled as Nina.
Nina (Should be mc): I'm not exaggerating.
After MC is freed and starts to fight Isai
MC (Should be Isai): Do you really think you're going to leave that easily?
Currently you're doing a great job, can't help but feel as you messed up some code, while in conversation. It'll say "my name", when the other person is talking, could be me being dumbo' though. The story is going at a good rate, and characters looks good. Thanks for the couple hours of entertainment.
I had liked chapter 1 quite a lot, and I must say, chapter 2 does not fall short!
One of the strongest aspects of 1 to me was the worldbuilding: it was so detailed it gave me as a player this confidence that the author had the setting really figured out. That continues on this chapter, and while the first of the two exposition scenes (the magic instructor) felt a bit too cartoonily dismissive, the second one (the combat instructor) was straight up brilliant.
Delivered in a believable way for a character with his viewpoint, and crafted well enough that the subtle undertone gets across. It, coupled with the previous one, was enough to get me thinking "are we the baddies here?" - I suspect we most likely are - and you deserve all the props for getting such an idea across without spelling it out, but letting the player reach it by piecing together what you do give him. Trusting in both the intelligence of your readers and your skill as an author is a move that deserves so much praise.
The quizz while doing the plank may be another example of this. "Wrong." Oh, so there are right answers to these questions? Of course the instructor will have preferences, but to straight up tell you one way of thinking is right speaks volumes to their bias. Maybe the "chair" scene in the party is meant to drive that home, but I had already spent much time looking around and thinking "Who has to go, in the country? Who needs to rise?" by that point.
I think the best characters, by far (so far) are Hannah and Scarlett. The most layered and sympathethic to me - also, to me the best lines in the game are those you get if you turn down Hannah. And I love how she still got a big solo segment on, what I assume is, a lost-route state!
The story is interesting at every level. I want to see how MC develops his relationship with each of the love interests, I'm interested in the specialization choice (I was a lock for combat, but now I'm questioning that path), I want to see how the internal politics of the kingdom play out, and how the conflict between the warring states is solved (and the truth of it).
Props for the game so far! Very solid first two chapters!
(PS: Did Attack on Titan inspire you somewhat? Certain elements of the worldbuilding make me think of it, but maybe it's just me seeing similarities and parallels.)
Hey there! I gotta admit, your comment totally made my day. I can now say it's my favorite feedback, not only because it's positive but also for the level of detail you brought and for showing that I'm on the right track to achieve the story's goal. I love adding subtle elements intentionally, and everything is carefully planned, studied, and strategically written. So, I couldn't ask for a more motivating comment than yours. Thanks a bunch for that!
I'd love to respond directly to some of the points you raised, but I'm kind of a spoiler expert, haha. Well, I've already written the whole story, but it was in the third person and linear format. I decided to adapt it to a visual novel format with branching dialogues and multiple paths. I hope you'll enjoy it when the narrative reaches its climax, but that's going to take a bit of time =)
For the next chapter, you can expect a lot of character skill development, revelations about the MC's past, and some important decisions. When it comes to characters, Scarlet is possibly my favorite (maybe I shouldn't have a favorite, but I can't help it).
Lastly, thanks again for all the encouragement =) I work about 10 hours a day, so I have limited free time to work on the project, but rest assured, the next chapter will always come, no chance of me giving up, and comments like yours only fuel my motivation even more.
(P.S. Intentional? Not really. But upon reflection, well, attack on titan is one of my favorites, and I've always admired the plot and how the narrative unfolds. So it's definitely a strong reference for inspiration that's deeply ingrained in my subconscious, both in form and content. So the most honest answer would be a yes =) ).
There's no release date in sight for an Android version because I'm currently short on time (I only work on the project at night, after my day job). However, I do intend to adapt it for Android in the future =)
This was an amazing first chapter! Already in love with the world and the characters, I can tell you put a lot of thought into the setting and its inhabitants! Really excited to see how the story develops!
The party deserves a separate mention, you did an amazing portrayal of what's it's like to gradually get more and more wasted haha.
Mechanics wise, "All sex scenes are avoidable" is something more games should implement, give me that sweet, sweet player choice!
Hi Dev, even though I see that it says:"Forgotten Pathways is a choice-based visual harem novel set in an alternative reality" I have to ask, the kinks/fetishes are avoidable (they don't happen in the story according to player choice) skippable (they happen but the player doesn't see the scene) forced by plot?
For example, is femdom/lesbian completely avoidable? or does the player have to avoid X character to avoid that or other kinks?
In FP, all the fetishes are avoidable. When the time comes, it will be pretty clear what is about to happen and you will always have the option to do not continue.
Regarding the second question, you won't have to avoid any character for this!
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Any updates some time soon?
Hey, just realized that I forgot to post it here. V0.4.1 will be out in Jan :) https://www.patreon.com/posts/im-alive-news-114019203
Is the game still going strong? :D
Hi! Thank you for playing the game. It's on a 6 months hiatus now, but almost 50% of the next chapter is done. I will come back and the game will be updated :)
Aye, sorry for the late reply, but that is nice :D Keep going dev, I'll support you!
Android please
There will be an android version for the next update :)
Quick question: when I try to download the game through mega, i'm asked a decryption key. Am I doing something wrong?
Hey, it should be working again now! If you have any other problems just let me know.
Don't know what's going on, but you can try these alternative links:
Win/Linux -> https://uka257.mixdrop.nu/f/l64mqvvwf9k4z8
Mac -> https://uka257.mixdrop.nu/f/9ngrq463t1q9gz
Hope it works :)
That worked, thank you so much
You dont have a android download?
https://pixeldrain.com/u/AgrsqoDz
Please upload mega
Question - how do i get the first scene of Tracy and second scene of Amy? Seems like I'm missing something.
Hi!
Tracy - You need to refuse the invitation to go shopping with Nina and Anna (hot tube scene - chapter one)
Amy - Follow the dialogue choices from the walkthrough (bar scene - chapter 3)
Thank you! Hope you have a great day :)
Can I know what is the difference between traditional harem and your harem? I don't what to call it
Not too many differences: some aspects of the personalities of the LIs and the MC, as well as the development of the plot. These differences were more prominent until chapter 2. In the PDF attached, you can read about them in more detail ;)
Thanks, may i know if pregnancy is also one of the planned tags?
Did not played yet but seems like there'll be the best game I'd love to suppor
Hope you like it =)
Marsterpiece! The history unfolds on a thrilling way, makes me want to know what is gonna happen next on each chapter. Definitely a page turner worth playing!
Thank you so much!
Another VN I wish I checked out after it was more developed. I didn't want it to end just yet with how interesting things were and getting even more interesting by the minute. Was debating with myself whether or not to wait til 0.3's release before checking this out and with all that has happened I kinda wish I did with all I want to see next!
I think what I'm hoping for most with the next update is that we can clear things up with Lilah. That was equal parts painful and frustrating (For me it was more frustrating than the ending of 0.2), Sadie's comments about it especially. I mean, I get she doesn't know about the amnesia situation, but still lol.
Ignoring the grammar typos I'll just point out the main ones (Probably fixed in v0.3 but just incase).
I think the most hilarious one was with MC and Cora. After the whole initiation business when they're talking dirty to each other the names get mixed up for a few lines and makes it sound like Cora is meant to be a futa lol.
Cora (Should be MC): But I'm the one who's going to fuck you good now.
MC (Should be Cora): I confess after feeling how good you re with your hands, I'm excited to try out your other skills.
MC (Should be Cora): Let's see how good you are with your cock.
There's one when MC is talking to Nina after the second memory flashback. After telling her about the confrontation with Cora she mentions that it was her son that was taken, but Nina then mentions lucking out with situation with Cora's daughter.
Another I noticed was with MC, Skye and Tracy.
Skye: Angel was already trying to steal your client, MC (should be Tracy).
After Helga takes off her dress MC comments how her body is perfect.
MC (I should be Helga): I'd only look like this with you
Or at least I think it's meant to be Helga saying that. Makes sense given what was just said and what comes not long after.
When MC tells Helga "One day I'll take you there, you can be sure of that." he doesn't actually say it, it's more like quick note that literally says "MC For personal reasons, I can't go there right now"
During the cocktail event there's spacing missing when Cora says
"AndMCis... a boyfriend?"
When MC talks about Nina's ability in the combat class she says to not exaggerate and the next line is mislabled as Nina.
Nina (Should be mc): I'm not exaggerating.
After MC is freed and starts to fight Isai
MC (Should be Isai): Do you really think you're going to leave that easily?
Just in time to fix the errors for v0.3 :) And thank you for the comment! I hope you enjoy chapter 3.
And another question will you add pregnancy to the game?
No, pregnancy is not planned
Yes, you can roll back to the left too in the game and also a mod or multimode can be done, it would be very good
Hi, I just started playing. I want to say that the game is very good and interesting. We are very looking forward to continuing
Thank you so much =)
Is pregnancy a part of the planned tags?
No =)
Well I'm stickin around, the game's great so far, I'll watch your career with great interest!
Thank you!! Any suggestions you have, feel free to talk to me ;)
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very good xD looking forward to chapter 3
Thank you! :)
Currently you're doing a great job, can't help but feel as you messed up some code, while in conversation. It'll say "my name", when the other person is talking, could be me being dumbo' though. The story is going at a good rate, and characters looks good. Thanks for the couple hours of entertainment.
Hey, thanks for the feedback! I'm glad you're enjoying the story. As for the error, I'll pay attention and try to fix it. Thanks!
Awh wont run on joiplay... any news on an android port?
Hi! Unfortunately, I haven't had time to adapt it for android yet. It's in my plans, but I haven't been able to do it yet =(
Link no.1https://uploady.io/mk846kha4u83
Link no.2
https://www.up-4ever.net/l2g456qekh03
Enjoy :)
I had liked chapter 1 quite a lot, and I must say, chapter 2 does not fall short!
One of the strongest aspects of 1 to me was the worldbuilding: it was so detailed it gave me as a player this confidence that the author had the setting really figured out. That continues on this chapter, and while the first of the two exposition scenes (the magic instructor) felt a bit too cartoonily dismissive, the second one (the combat instructor) was straight up brilliant.
Delivered in a believable way for a character with his viewpoint, and crafted well enough that the subtle undertone gets across. It, coupled with the previous one, was enough to get me thinking "are we the baddies here?" - I suspect we most likely are - and you deserve all the props for getting such an idea across without spelling it out, but letting the player reach it by piecing together what you do give him. Trusting in both the intelligence of your readers and your skill as an author is a move that deserves so much praise.
The quizz while doing the plank may be another example of this. "Wrong." Oh, so there are right answers to these questions? Of course the instructor will have preferences, but to straight up tell you one way of thinking is right speaks volumes to their bias. Maybe the "chair" scene in the party is meant to drive that home, but I had already spent much time looking around and thinking "Who has to go, in the country? Who needs to rise?" by that point.
I think the best characters, by far (so far) are Hannah and Scarlett. The most layered and sympathethic to me - also, to me the best lines in the game are those you get if you turn down Hannah. And I love how she still got a big solo segment on, what I assume is, a lost-route state!
The story is interesting at every level. I want to see how MC develops his relationship with each of the love interests, I'm interested in the specialization choice (I was a lock for combat, but now I'm questioning that path), I want to see how the internal politics of the kingdom play out, and how the conflict between the warring states is solved (and the truth of it).
Props for the game so far! Very solid first two chapters!
(PS: Did Attack on Titan inspire you somewhat?
Certain elements of the worldbuilding make me think of it,
but maybe it's just me seeing similarities and parallels.)
Hey there! I gotta admit, your comment totally made my day. I can now say it's my favorite feedback, not only because it's positive but also for the level of detail you brought and for showing that I'm on the right track to achieve the story's goal. I love adding subtle elements intentionally, and everything is carefully planned, studied, and strategically written. So, I couldn't ask for a more motivating comment than yours. Thanks a bunch for that!
I'd love to respond directly to some of the points you raised, but I'm kind of a spoiler expert, haha. Well, I've already written the whole story, but it was in the third person and linear format. I decided to adapt it to a visual novel format with branching dialogues and multiple paths. I hope you'll enjoy it when the narrative reaches its climax, but that's going to take a bit of time =)
For the next chapter, you can expect a lot of character skill development, revelations about the MC's past, and some important decisions. When it comes to characters, Scarlet is possibly my favorite (maybe I shouldn't have a favorite, but I can't help it).
Lastly, thanks again for all the encouragement =) I work about 10 hours a day, so I have limited free time to work on the project, but rest assured, the next chapter will always come, no chance of me giving up, and comments like yours only fuel my motivation even more.
(P.S. Intentional? Not really. But upon reflection, well, attack on titan is one of my favorites, and I've always admired the plot and how the narrative unfolds. So it's definitely a strong reference for inspiration that's deeply ingrained in my subconscious, both in form and content. So the most honest answer would be a yes =) ).
cannot play on windows 11
Sorry! The first link for windows was wrong. Now it should be working =)
i can't join your discord server by link, pls help :<
ops, my bad, sorry about that
I just fixed it and now it's up again!
thanks :D
Would you consider uploading this to a website that is compatible with the itch.io launcher? It'd make staying up to date a lot easier.
I'll consider that! =)
android ver?
There's no release date in sight for an Android version because I'm currently short on time (I only work on the project at night, after my day job). However, I do intend to adapt it for Android in the future =)
Anyone got the discord link? The one on this page doesn't work
ops, my bad, sorry about that
I just fixed it and now it's up again!
I really loved this game
Hope u also like chapter 2
Looking good.
Thanks =)
I'm already interested. I look forward to more.
Thank you! =)
This was an amazing first chapter! Already in love with the world and the characters, I can tell you put a lot of thought into the setting and its inhabitants! Really excited to see how the story develops!
The party deserves a separate mention, you did an amazing portrayal of what's it's like to gradually get more and more wasted haha.
Mechanics wise, "All sex scenes are avoidable" is something more games should implement, give me that sweet, sweet player choice!
Looking forward to chapter 2!
Thanks for the feedback! It means a lot. :)
The party scene is one of my favorites, hahaha. I'm glad you enjoyed it!
And Chapter 2 will be even better, trust me. ;)
well...that's awkward hahaha.
I'll blame on the lack of sleep on that night 😅
Now it's correct. thanks!
can not see why allways the bdms have to be in the game.
Hi Dev, even though I see that it says:"Forgotten Pathways is a choice-based
visual harem novel set in an alternative reality" I have to ask, the kinks/fetishes are avoidable (they don't happen in the story according to player choice) skippable (they happen but the player doesn't see the scene) forced by plot?
For example, is femdom/lesbian completely avoidable? or does the player have to avoid X character to avoid that or other kinks?
Thanks, good luck.
In FP, all the fetishes are avoidable. When the time comes, it will be pretty clear what is about to happen and you will always have the option to do not continue.
Regarding the second question, you won't have to avoid any character for this!
And thanks for downloading and supporting!
android version ??
I'll release the Android distribution this week!
I haven't been able to do it yet, but it's a top priority!