9-nine-:Episode 1 – Walkthrough & Guide

9-nine-:Episode 1 (9-nine- Kokonotsu Kokonoka Kokonoiro) by Palette which was localized and published by Sekai Project/Denpasoft includes a common route which splits into two routes. One route is initially locked.

This guide will tell you about the choices to access the various routes.

Adult Content

If you have purchased the Steam version of 9-nine-:Episode 1, you can download the free 18+ DLC via the Denpasoft website. You will need to register an account if you do not have one.

Download the patch, open the archive file with software such as 7Zip, and extract the various files into the install folder.

Alternatively, you can buy the uncensored version of 9-nine-:Episode 1 on websites such as Denpasoft.

Routes and Structure

In the first playthrough of 9-nine-:Episode 1, there are no choices. In the second playthrough, you will need to make choices at four decision points. These will lead you to either the first playthrough route ending or the good ending.

Good Ending Route Walkthrough

First, complete the initial playthrough of 9-nine-:Episode 1. Then start a new game. As you have already completed the game once, you will be able to skip through by using skip or the ‘Jump to Next Choice’ option via the user interface.

Choose:

• I should back her up
• Okay, we’ll meet at the gate
• Cover Kujo
• Shake off her hand

First Ending Route Walkthrough

You will automatically experience this ending on your first playthrough. If you want to read the initial ending again, then start a new game and follow these steps.

Choose:

• I should just mind my business
• Do you need me to walk you home?
• Hit the deck
• Give in

If you are looking for another visual novel, you may enjoy Mashiroiro Symphony HD -Love is Pure White- which is from the same developer. We have also covered a wide variety of visual novels both original to English and localized from Japanese, which you can check out here.

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