So you want to make a visual novel?
You are going to need:
- An idea
- A game engine
We can't help you with the first, but we have your back for the second.
Writing
If you are interested in the process of writing branching narratives then it's suggested that you start with: Creating a Branching Narrative. This page covers the node based narrative editor in Project Mammut and will allow you easily write your story easily and see it laid out visually.
Game Building
If you want to start building your own game and mechanics, then start with Creating Your First Game. This covers how to use the basic template and allows you to jump in and see how a game is put together.
Art
If you are an artist looking into how to create art and animations for a Project Mammut game, read the Overview for Artists tutorial. This will go over how to create and size your artwork for a Project Mammut game and what formats to use.