New One Studio announced a series of major milestones today for its live-action interactive cinematic experience Road to Empress II, including more than 2 million copies sold worldwide across all platforms within 12 days of launch, the release of a new DLC, and upcoming Steam Summer Sale promotions across the franchise.
The success of Road to Empress II has also pushed the broader Road to Empress series beyond 4 million copies sold globally across all platforms as of June 20, 2026.
Following its June launch, Road to Empress II reached No. 3 on Steam’s Global Top Sellers chart and achieved a peak concurrent player count of 30,747 players on Steam.
New Bundle Available with 25% Discount
Starting June 22 at 10:00 AM PT, players can purchase the Road to Empress II + DLC Bundle at a 25% discount on Steam.
The bundle includes the newly released Behind-the-Scenes DLC, a short bonus feature offering additional insight into the production of Road to Empress II.
Steam Summer Sale Offers
The original Road to Empress I will join the Steam Summer Sale with a 20% discount, matching its lowest-ever price on Steam.
The promotion runs from June 25 at 6:01 AM PT through July 9 at 7:00 PM PT.
To Rule, or to Ruin. Every Choice Has a Cost.
Developed by New One Studio, creators of the BAFTA-recognized The Invisible Guardian, Road to Empress II expands upon the foundation of its predecessor with nearly 1,000 minutes of new live-action cinematic content and significantly enhanced player agency.
Players step into the role of a seasoned political mastermind navigating rival factions, reviewing memorials, issuing imperial edicts, and shaping the future of an empire through strategic decisions with visible consequences.
Key Features
- Nearly 1,000 minutes of new live-action cinematic content
- Deep political decision-making and court intrigue
- Governance systems including memorial review and imperial edicts
- Strategic choices that directly reshape court dynamics
- Multiple possibilities driven by player decisions
- Lavish production values inspired by classical Eastern aesthetics
- Performances from acclaimed cast members including Kuan Hung, Evie Huang, Zeawo Yao, and Hana Lin
For media outlets and critics who may have missed earlier review outreach during the Summer Game Fest and Steam Next Fest period, review code remains available upon request.
We welcome opportunities for reviews, features, interviews, and franchise coverage surrounding the game’s strong launch performance, upcoming DLC release, and ongoing Steam promotions.
About Road to Empress II
Road to Empress II is a live-action interactive cinematic experience developed and published by New One Studio. Set within a world of political intrigue, shifting alliances, and high-stakes court conflict, players must carefully navigate the path to power where every decision carries lasting consequences.
