Readers often influence the direction of the plot through comments on the forum threads.
(e.g., a specific character's name or conflict) Desired Tone (e.g.,)
Some creators integrate images (as seen in "8 Images" or "Matahari 2") to provide a face to the characters, though these are often curated from external sources to enhance the "visual novel" feel.
Stories are released in "parts" or "pages," creating a cliffhanger effect that keeps community engagement high.