The endings of Slay the Princess are ambiguous and open to interpretation, but that’s part of what makes them so interesting. This guide will explain each ending in detail, but ultimately it’s up to you to decide which one is the “true” ending for you.
Slay the Princess Guide: How to Unlock All Endings
Before we delve into the endings, it’s essential to clarify what we mean by “final endings.” These are the conclusions that lead to the credits rolling, signifying the culmination of your journey. Now, let’s explore the various paths that await you in Slay the Princess.
Ending 1: The Narrator’s Reward
The easiest ending can be achieved by following the Spectre route but choosing to accept the Narrator’s reward. Here’s how to attain it:
- Take the knife and kill the princess immediately.
- Reject the Voice of the Hero’s attempts to question your happiness.
- You’ll receive a peculiar, poorly drawn card congratulating you on saving everyone.
Ending 2: Walk Away
This ending involves choosing to walk away from the cabin during every second or third chapter. By doing so consistently, you’ll bring the game to a complete conclusion without providing The Shifting Mound with any vessels.
To reach the remaining four endings, you must complete any four routes and provide The Shifting Mound with four different versions of the Princess. Once you’ve done that, here are the final endings you can achieve:
Ending 3. Escape the Construct as Gods
- Accept The Shifting Mound’s offer to become gods together.
- Tell her you’re ready to move on and awaken.
You and The Shifting Mound will transcend the confines of the construct and journey into the beyond together.
Ending 4. Slay the Princess
- Refuse The Shifting Mound.
- Choose any options labeled “[Slay the Princess].”
- The Voice of the Hero guides you to the heart of the cabin. Take the knife and opt to slay the princess once more.
You’ll awaken to your godhood and a new world shaped by it, surrounded by all the Voices, who are mostly content that it’s finally over (except for Smitten). Now, you must decide what to do with this newfound existence.
Ending 5. Reset Everything
- Follow the same steps as for the “Slay the Princess” ending but do not choose any options that involve slaying her.
- Take the knife but sit with her instead of executing her.
The story will conclude with a forced reset to the Main Menu. Note that this ending has no end credits but is still considered a valid conclusion.
Ending 6. Leave Together
- When the Voice of the Hero takes you to her, choose not to pick up the knife.
- Sit with her and engage in a conversation.
- Your only option after the conversation will be to leave the cabin together, bringing the game to an end.
The specific ending you choose largely depends on your personal preference. Slay the Princess offers no true ending, so it’s a matter of what narrative conclusion resonates with you the most.
Now that you’ve explored all possible endings, you’ve unraveled the mysteries of Slay the Princess and seen it through to its diverse conclusions. Whether you aim for one specific ending or seek to experience them all, you’ve successfully completed the Slay the Princess journey. Happy gaming, and may you discover all the secrets hidden within the game’s intricate narrative.
