: Ensure the bottom corner of the main menu displays v0.13a to confirm a successful update. Quick Start & Gameplay Tips

This guide outlines how to install and begin playing . This version is an early-access build of the game, so following the correct setup process is essential for stability. Installation Steps

: As an alpha/beta build, bugs can occur. Use multiple save slots before major story branching points. File: NewPathsWin_0.13a.zip ...

: Ensure your graphics drivers are up to date and try running the game in Windowed Mode by holding Shift while launching.

: If the game fails to load, your antivirus may have quarantined a file. Check your protection history and restore any files flagged from the NewPaths folder. : Ensure the bottom corner of the main menu displays v0

: Open the extracted folder and look for NewPaths.exe .

: Double-click the .exe file. If a Windows SmartScreen popup appears, click More Info and then Run Anyway . Installation Steps : As an alpha/beta build, bugs

: Right-click NewPathsWin_0.13a.zip and select Extract All... . Choose a destination folder that is not inside your "Program Files" directory to avoid permission issues.