Road to Empress

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About this game

This drama requires an internet connection. Road to Empress I contains 16 chapters; Road to Empress II contains 32 chapters. Both include free trial chapters.

A palace adventure unlike anything you've played—shaped entirely by your choices!
Road to Empress II is now available! Step into a world of Eastern palace intrigue and power.

● Building on Road to Empress I, The Palace Legend Continues
Road to Empress I has captivated audiences globally.
Now, Road to Empress II plunges you into a gripping battle of court politics. Watch a legendary empress rise to new glory!

● 4K Cinematic Quality, Eastern Palace Aesthetics Reimagined
Filmed on lavishly built sets with 4K cinematic lighting, the story brings Eastern palaces to life: silk brocade texture, glinting golden hairpins, and a stirring traditional score. Featuring actors Kuan Hung, Evie Huang, Zeawo Yao, and Hana Lin. Sweeping scenes and nuanced performances ensure this golden age unfold right before your eyes. This is the ultimate Eastern aesthetic feast!

● From Unknown Girl to Legendary Empress, Write Your Own Story!
Ready to defy fate? Dive into the most thrilling palace power struggles ever! Rise from an unknown girl, break through rival factions, and climb to the peak of power. Think like a ruler: balance court power, plan ahead, and carve a blazing path to the throne.

● Approx.1,500 Minutes, Fully Immersed in Ruling Empress's Life
With around 1,500 minutes (I & II) of live-action content, immerse yourself in a sweeping saga of ambition and survival. Every choice triggers a chain of consequences. Twists and suspense await as you seize control and rewrite a dynasty's fate!
You decide who rises in the global popularity rankings.

● Stop Being a Spectator, Start Ruling Your Realm
A fully upgraded interactive experience: power is a battle of wits at your fingertips:

Review Memorials: With a press, witness your realm's lives—answer petitions, resolve disputes, and bring prosperity to your people.

Issue Edicts: Your imperial brush decides ministers' fate—reward merit, punish fault, and govern with wisdom.

● What Kind of Ruler Are You? Exclusive Trait Sketch Unlocked
At story's end, unlock an exclusive imperial trait sketch covering your scheming style, crisis decision-making, and methods of control. Are you the "Deadly Arsenic Trioxide"—cool, versatile, balancing power and passion? The "Romantic Datura"—loyal, ride-or-die, charging headfirst through fire? Or the "Overachiever Lurid Bolete"—ruthless, letting nothing stand in the way of ambition? Discover who you really are and share your exclusive empress profile!

About New One Studio

An independent team focused on interactive storytelling, blending Eastern culture with interactive media. In 2019, everyone who journeyed with The Invisible Guardian shared its BAFTA glory, reaffirming that great interactive storytelling can truly stay in people's hearts. Road to Empress depicts the deadly beauty of Eastern intrigue — a battlefield that tests your wisdom and courage.

Two works, different stories, one shared vision: let global users experience traditional Eastern culture. A bridge across cultures for every FMV fan.

Road to Empress is a saga of the legendary empress.

In Road to Empress I, follow a legendary beginning — an unknown girl navigating deadly palace power struggles with wisdom and courage.

In Road to Empress II, return as a master strategist. Stakes are brutally higher. Pull the strings, keep ministers in check, and forge a golden age. Every word of your empire's legacy — written by you!

(Official Orange Light Authorization, with sincere thanks to Orange Light for their music support.)

YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@RoadtoEmpressOfficial
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Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/roadtoempress/
Discord:https://discord.gg/roadtoempress
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Updated on
Jul 2, 2026

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  • Data is encrypted in transit
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Ratings and reviews

2.13K reviews
Mimi Watson
October 13, 2026
This game is like an interactive C-drama, and it has an interesting historically based storyline. I will say that (at least in P1) there is really only one correct option and other options just lead to immediate death or text exposition, making the fact that there are choices a little less compelling. Overall, I still think it is fun, visually beautiful, and has considerable content, so it is worth the price. One bug: in ch. 4. Consort Wei and Yang's video buttons are linked incorrectly.
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Kiara Johnson
November 1, 2026
This Game is one of the best– if not, the most wonderful game that i have played! Playing the first game, i instantly fell in love with Li Tai and his story with Yuanzhao. After how it ended, i had many theories about how the second would Start and/or end. Imagine my surprise that it went beyond my expectations. More and more chapters as i had went for Li Tai's route first, i couldn't have expected for his ending to be that! It was like a suckerpunch to me and everyone that had went for Li Tai.
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Laura Anderton
June 6, 2026
This game is genuinely outstanding. So much effort has gone into it - from the excellent storytelling, to the beautifully designed interface, to the unforgettable soundtrack, to the brilliant and emotional acting. To all those people complaining about having to pay for it, are you really so entitled to think something this incredible should be given away for free? I think this game is worth far more than the price charged, and I'm glad to support the creators of such a stunning work of art. <3
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