Crossing the Lines is a Ren'Py visual novel by Temptales Studio, presented in a 2D art style. Emily is a 22-year-old student working toward a future while desire, doubt, pressure, and temptation surround her. The story centers on a female protagonist and includes cheating. Choices carry lasting weight, and no option is clean or morally simple. Your decisions can change her relationships, values, limits, and self-image, shaping whether she remains focused on school, stays faithful, survives cautiously, or accepts darker compromises.
Chapter 3.1.1 is the current build, dated September 30, 2026, and development remains ongoing. It runs on Windows, Linux, and Mac, is uncensored, and is offered in English and French. This update adds a fully playable lesbian route, a new job path, and numerous scenes and interactions connected to it. The latest French translation is not current, and the update notes point to later content.
Developer's description
Crossing the Line is an interactive visual novel where every choice leaves a mark.
You play as Emily, a 22-year-old student trying to build a future while temptation, pressure, desire, and doubt slowly close in around her. Your decisions shape who she becomes: a dedicated student, a loyal lover, a careful survivor, or someone willing to cross darker lines to get what she wants.
There are no perfect choices, and no simple morality. Every decision can change Emily’s relationships, her values, her limits, and the way she sees herself.
How far will you let her go?
And when the line is crossed, who will Emily become?
Chapter 3.1.1
>A fully playable Lesbian Only route (Currently, it stops just before the straight road. It stops at Ch2.5 (but it's up to date in the next update).
>A brand-new job path
>Many new scenes and interactions tied to this route
>The French and Spanish translations are not up to date. (They will be updated in the next update.)
Chapter 2.7.01
-End of Week 2 / Chapter 2
-Major story consequences based on previous choices
-Family storyline reaches a turning point
-Chapter 3 branches established
-Full French translation (WIP proofreading)
-Spanish translation added (SFW only)
Chapter 2.6.03 Fix
The build had a bug in one of the menus that caused the game to crash every time you played. I’ve fixed the issue.
Chapter 2.6.03
New inventory system
Ability to easily change outfits via your phone
New version of the in-game shop and online store
French translation
Revised use of stats
Addition of Day 13 (new branches, choices, and scenes).
Chapter 2.5.02
-Add a first version of the French translation WIP (only for SFW text for now)
-A visual upgrade of the SMS system, making conversations clearer and more immersive
-An update to the choice tracking in the Contacts, so your decisions are better reflected in each character’s profile.
-Major story progression toward Chapter 2 finale:
Connor’s fate begins to take shape based on choices
New character introduced: Mrs. Williams
Mrs. Harris storyline + exam results (if in university)
Charlotte conflict consequences (if applicable)
Sugar Babe path becomes available (depending on choices)
Gus / Isabelle storyline reaches its conclusion
Relationship developments (Jules, Vicky, partner)
Career paths expanded (including new police investigation)
Choices in this update heavily impact Chapter 2 ending
Chapter 2.4.02
-Several new story-lines and scenes for each paths
-Multiple minor bug fixes
-System for unlocking the gallery
Chapter 2.3.03
-Several new story-lines and scenes for each paths
-Multiple minor bug fixes
Chapter 2.2.04
-A brand-new outfit system (with stats)
-A fully redesigned UI
-Several new story-lines and scenes for each paths
-New jobs
-Multiple minor bug fixes
-The introduction of new characters
W2-D1-2
Start of the second week (chapter 2), new outfit system, minor bug fixes. Please note, the choice tracking system (Path) is not up to date as it will be completely changed in the next update.
W1-D7-1-1-2
Bugfixes
W1-D7-1.1.1
-Added the last day of the first week
-Reworked the main menu (the overall UI rework is in progress for the next update)
-Bug fixes
W1-D6-01
Add the full Saturday (new scenes, new characters and events)
Revamped phone system:
o Track Emily’s stats, as before
o A new Contact list with bios and relationship levels for each character
o A "Path" tab that tracks your key choices throughout the game — a handy way to refresh your memory if you’re returning to a save after some time
• Scene Gallery:
o You can now replay any scene you’ve already unlocked via the main menu
o Scenes you haven’t experienced yet will remain locked, encouraging exploration and replayability
• A new HUD element:
o You can now see your current money at the top right of the screen, so you don’t have to open the phone every time. Simple, but way more comfortable.
W1-Saturday-Morning
Changed the way versions are named ([Week number]-[Day]-[Moment])
Fixed a problem that prevented resuming after an old save.
Minor bug fixes
Added Friday day end
Removed a glitch allowing access to unfinished content
Day4.5 Added
Day4 - Alpha
- Initial Release
The game can be played up to the 4th day. Each update will add 1 day.
Player reviews
Player rating5.0 / 5 · 20 ratings
Written reviews20 · avg 4.0★
Positive (4–5★)70%
Latest review2026-04-08
What players say
Most reviewers rate it highly, praising choices and art, though some report bugs, sound, and story issues.
5★12
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3★1
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Players like
Meaningful choices that change routes and story
Attractive and distinct art style
Diverse characters with distinct personalities
Varied romance and sexual paths
Common complaints
Poor sound effects and moans
Static or underwhelming sex scenes
Weak story and immersion issues
Best for players who enjoy choice-driven adult visual novels with varied characters and romance paths
Summarised from 20 written player reviews.
rtkamb2026-04-08★★★★★
Review is for Ch.2.4.02 A truly incredible game. The options are meaningful and can greatly change the game. The characters are ... pretty unique. It's difficult to have truly unique characters in a porn game, but the creator did a…
yodyna2026-03-21★★★★★
3/5 - poor sound effects, moans could be better or just don't exist, especially male orgasm are kind of not needed or should be more discret - art is good but H scenes are not hot enough imo, there is…
Janti2026-02-15★★★★★
Bugs, bugs and bugs. Alwas get error screen, art is a bit outdated and story is somewhat poor, very little choices and only few characters. Could realy use more characters, more outfits, more places to visit and more free will.