Princess Maker is a game designed for Microsoft MSX2 where post-vanquishing a wicked entity, the gamer assumes responsibility for Maria, a war orphan's upbringing. The gameplay reveals 74 potential conclusions varying from Maria taking up simple occupations like soldier or mason, high-profile roles such as Archbishop or Prime Minister, to darker professions like prostitution or criminal activities. Success in her career, her choice of spouse, and her ability to have offspring are determined by various variable elements.
After defeating an evil demon, the player is in charge of raising a war orphan, Maria. There are 74 possible endings in which the daughter can grow up to work anything from a humble job such as a soldier or a mason, to a prestigious job such as Archbishop or Prime Minister, to a "dark side" job such as prostitute or crime lord.
In addition, numerous factors decide whether or not the daughter is successful at her job, whom she marries, and whether she has children of her own.