The game relies on a "point" system. Decisions you make during dialogue will add points to specific characters (e.g., Mother, Sister, or Friends). High point totals are required to unlock specific "Late Game" events.
if you see a "placeholder" or checkerboard pattern, ensure you didn't move the .exe out of the main folder; it needs to stay with the /game folder to find its assets. About_It_0.93.9.rar
Visual novels of this type often have "dead-end" choices that can stall progress. Use multiple save slots before major decision points. The game relies on a "point" system