# Road to Empress — New Chapter Unfolds! > Interactive 4K live-action palace drama where player choices shape the story and survival. (iPhone/iPad app by Sixjoy Hong Kong Limited.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/road-to-empress/id6741892043 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Sixjoy Hong Kong Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/445577384) - Category: Games, Casual, Simulation - Price: $0.99 with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.80/5 from 1,306 App Store ratings · 573 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 833 MB - Languages: American English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified, China), Thai, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan) - Released: 2025-09-09 - Data updated: 2026-09-01 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/road-to-empress/id6741892043/reviews.md ## What is Road to Empress? 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 X：https://x.com/roadtoempressen Instagram：https://www.instagram.com/roadtoempress/ Discord：https://discord.gg/roadtoempress ## Key features - 4K Live-Action Cinematic Performance - Interactive Storytelling with Choice Impact - Palace Intrigue and Dark Secrets - Multiple Story Branches and Endings - Collect Artifacts and Unlock Hidden Storylines - Character Popularity Contests ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: $0.99. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | 6000 Cracked Egg | $0.99 | one-time | | 32,800 Flowers | $49.99 | one-time | | 30000 Gold Flower | $4.99 | one-time | | 6000 Gold Flower | $0.99 | one-time | | 68000 Gold Flower | $9.99 | one-time | | 68000 Cracked Egg | $9.99 | one-time | | Road to Empress I | $6.79 | one-time | | Road to Empress II | $12.90 | one-time | | Road to Empress II | $13.90 | one-time | | Road to Empress II | $11.90 | one-time | | Road to Empress Collection | $17.49 | one-time | | Road to Empress I | $5.79 | one-time | | Road to Empress-Sammlung | $18.49 | one-time | | 6,800 Eggs | $9.99 | one-time | | 3,000 Eggs | $4.99 | one-time | | 600 Eggs | $0.99 | one-time | | 12,800 Flowers | $19.99 | one-time | | 6,800 Flowers | $9.99 | one-time | | 3,000 Flowers | $4.99 | one-time | | 12,800 Eggs | $19.99 | one-time | ## Chart rankings - #29 in Top Paid · Casual (US App Store) - #70 in Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store) ## What do users think of Road to Empress? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 👍 Visually stunning - 👍 Excellent acting - 👍 Immersive gameplay - 👍 Engaging storyline - 👍 Detailed characters and settings - 👍 Replayability with different choices - 👍 Reasonable pricing **Cons** - 🐛 Audio issues (no sound) - 🚫 Unavailable in certain regions **Commonly reported bugs** - Difficulty accessing the game - Crashes or freezes **Most requested features** - More chapters/content - Improved accessibility options ## Recent user reviews (10 of 573) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/road-to-empress/id6741892043/reviews.md ### 1/5 — After in-app purchases, I was unable to re-launch the game at all on the same day, requested refund. *2026-08-26, version 2.0.2* Game unplayable after in-app purchase. ### 5/5 — So fun!! *2026-08-25, version 2.0.2* I just started but I love this game!! ### 5/5 — Review *2026-08-23, version 2.0.2* Literally the Chinese game of thrones. I love it! ### 5/5 — play this right now *2026-08-19, version 2.0.2* 10/10 game even beyond the romance aspect. it’s got great drama and dramatic turns, the costumes and the sets have amazing quality. it’s really like watching a movie and just making decisions. i haven’t already playing RTE2 and I just bought the game yesterday. Totally worth the money to buy all of the chapters because you will definitely want to finish the story. ### 5/5 — Love this game already! *2026-08-17, version 2.0.2* I’ve just stared and I love this game. It’s like being in the historical dramas I love to watch. ### 5/5 — PLAY THIS WITH UR MAN IM SO SERIOUS *2026-08-15, version 2.0.2* OR PLAY THIS WITH YOUR THEM/THEY! This game is truly enjoyable. I cannot.even begin, JUST PLAY IT. IM NOT JOKING DO IT. ### 5/5 — Love love love *2026-08-12, version 2.0.2* Really well written and directed, im very emotionally invested in the story 🥲 I’ve completed part 1 and currently on part 2, the paths are more complex such as having pivotal choices that catch up to you later down the line. Absolutely worth it (and the cast are fineeee) ### 5/5 — Sooo Good! *2026-08-11, version 2.0.2* My friend suggested I play the game. It’s really beautiful and engaging. ### 1/5 — It’s just pay to play bull *2026-08-09, version 2.0.2* I can only do one chapter after paying $1 plus tax? Screw you ppl fr, I’m not paying $20 or more to unlock more chapters this is such bull. If I could get a refund I would, this is ridiculous. ### 5/5 — Bestes Spiel *2026-08-07, version 2.0.2* Top Spiel für Zwischendurch. Teil 3 wäre gerne gesehen. ## Frequently asked questions about Road to Empress ### What is Road to Empress I? Road to Empress I is an interactive palace drama that combines live-action cinematic performances with player choices. Your decisions directly influence the unfolding story, leading to multiple narrative branches and outcomes as you navigate the treacherous imperial court. ### What are the key features of this app? The app features full 4K live-action performances with a star-studded cast, interactive storytelling where choices shape history, and a deep dive into the dark secrets and conspiracies of an ancient palace. It also offers multiple playthroughs, artifact collection, and character popularity contests. ### How much does Road to Empress I cost? The app is free to download and play, with chapters 1-2 already purchased. Chapters 3-16 require in-app purchases to unlock the full content, which includes over 8 hours of cinematic gameplay. ### What are the system requirements for Road to Empress I? This application requires a constant internet connection to play. While specific device specifications are not detailed, it is designed to deliver a high-quality 4K visual experience, suggesting it will perform best on modern devices. ### What kind of stories can I expect in Road to Empress I? You can expect stories filled with palace intrigue, deadly conspiracies, forbidden desires, and buried truths. The narrative follows the rise of an unknown girl navigating brutal power struggles, using wit and courage to survive and eventually claim power. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.0.2 — 2026-07-08 Star in the live-action interactive drama! Shape a dynasty's fate in Road to Empress II, the new content of the global hit. Defy fate, claim the throne—you decide it all! ### 2.0.1 — 2026-06-09 Star in the live-action interactive drama! Shape a dynasty's fate in Road to Empress II, the new content of the global hit. Defy fate, claim the throne—you decide it all! ### 1.0.8 — 2026-03-18 Interactive Palace Adventure ### 1.0.6 — 2026-01-07 Interactive Palace Adventure ### 1.0.5 — 2025-11-26 Interactive Palace Adventure ## Apps similar to Road to Empress | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [江南百景图国际版](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id1485349697) | 4.6 (226) | Free | Games | | [Viladia: Cozy Village in Pixel](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/viladia-cozy-village-in-pixel/id6670186613) | 4.7 (317) | Free | Games | | [Tiny Farm: Remastered](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-farm-remastered/id6502890270) | 4.6 (119) | Free | Games | | [Bouncy Ball Remastered](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bouncy-ball-remastered/id6477919368) | 4.5 (33) | Free | Games | | [Growing Up: Life of the '90s](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/growing-up-life-of-the-90s/id1613295180) | 4.8 (1,452) | $4.99 | Games | | [Hello! 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