- #1 Summer Pockets REFLECTION BLUE
97% matchVery Positive88% of 989 reviews2025
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 118.0 hrs≥1hr: 62%
No matter how much times passes... I remember that blue, blue summer. Summer Pockets, the midsummer story brought to you by Key, has been powered-up with even more to play, including new heroines and routes, in Summer Pockets REFLECTION BLUE, now available on Steam!
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.1%, Emotional 26%, Anime 16%, Cute 6.9%, Story Rich 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive summer-themed visual novel that perfectly captures the nostalgic, emotional, and supernatural atmosphere found in the seed game.
- #2 ATRI -My Dear Moments-
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 22,459 reviews2020
Dev: FrontwingPub: ANIPLEX.EXE
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 106.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"As the world sank, I found you." In the near future, a sudden and unexplained sea rise has left much of human civilization underwater. In a little town slowly being enveloped by the ocean, an unforgettable summer is about to begin for a boy and a mysterious robot girl...
Why similar: Visual Novel 31%, Romance 19.7%, Anime 16.2%, Emotional 12.1%, Cute 10%
Why You'll Like It: It features a touching, emotional romance between a human protagonist and a supernatural-like artificial girl, mirroring the core dynamic of the seed game.
- #3 GINKA
96% matchVery Positive91% of 2,764 reviews2023
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 41.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
"Return to that summer with you..." Ryusei returns to the small island of his younger years, where time flows by gently, to spend a fairy-tale summer vacation with his childhood friend who was spirited away.
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.2%, Emotional 17.4%, Romance 14.5%, Anime 13.7%, Mythology 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: This title shares a similar focus on high-quality art, emotional storytelling, and a supernatural mystery involving a girl from the protagonist's past.
- #4 Hoshizora no Memoria -Wish upon a Shooting Star- HD
95% matchVery Positive94% of 382 reviews2017
Dev: FavoritePub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A Japanese love adventure game, as you follow the story of Kogasaka You, his hometown and a promise he made.
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.1%, Anime 20%, Cute 12.3%, Adventure 9.6%, Casual 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: The star-themed narrative and focus on childhood promises and supernatural elements align perfectly with the themes of the seed game.
- #5 Flowers Blooming at the End of Summer
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,713 reviews2021
Dev: MidnightWorksPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
여름방학을 며칠 앞둔 어느 날 갑작스레 내 앞에 나타난 한 소녀. 자신을 유령이라 밝힌 소녀는 난데없이 내게 자신을 없애 달라는 부탁을 건넨다. 자신의 눈에 보인다는 죽음의 색을 통해 나는 유령 소녀의 과거를 추적하기 시작하지만, 어째 소녀는 점점 죽음에 가까워지기보다는 나의 일상에 녹아들기 시작하는데...
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.1%, Romance 24.2%, Emotional 20%, Anime 14%, Casual 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the emotional weight of a summer encounter, mirroring the bittersweet tone of the seed game.
- #6 UsoNatsu ~The Summer Romance Bloomed From A Lie~
94% matchVery Positive92% of 439 reviews2023
Dev: LYCORISPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 27.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
This is a story about finding love to overwrite the feelings for the one they held dearest. A girls love visual novel about summer, love and adolescence.
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.3%, Romance 26.3%, Anime 20%, Cute 10.2%, Adventure 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the specific feeling of a transformative summer romance with a strong emphasis on character-driven emotional beats.
- #7 AIR
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 594 reviews2025
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 54.8 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Summer stretches on endlessly. Beneath the vast blue sky. Beneath the air in which she awaits— AIR, the second game released by visual novel studio Key, is now available on Steam! Now featuring the side story novel, "First Sky Chapter" and full voice support!
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.9%, Romance 16.3%, Anime 15.6%, Emotional 15%, Cute 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: As a classic in the genre, it masterfully blends a summer setting with deep, supernatural, and emotional themes that define the genre.
- #8 Tamayura Mirai
92% matchVery Positive94% of 200 reviews2023
Dev: AzuritePub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 43.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
There is a girl, searching for something she lost... Tamayura Mirai is a midsummer fantasy visual novel of humans, spirits, and sorcerers that's won several industry awards in Japan.
Why similar: Visual Novel 21%, Romance 19.2%, Emotional 18.7%, Anime 15.7%, Cute 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a cute, supernatural-infused romance that mirrors the lighthearted yet emotional tone of the seed game.
- #9 ISLAND
91% matchVery Positive95% of 1,748 reviews2018
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 154.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Sanzenkai Setsuna awakens on the shore of isolated island Urashima with no memories of his past. Befriending three local girls, Rinne, Karen, and Sara, Setsuna's quest to discover the secrets of Urashima and how they tie into his own past - and future - begins.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.3%, Anime 24.4%, Romance 14.8%, Cute 10.3%, Story Rich 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: Set on a remote island during summer, it weaves a complex supernatural mystery with a compelling romantic narrative.
- #10 KANADE
90% matchVery Positive84% of 343 reviews2025
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
A visual novel about becoming lovers with Kanade—a half-human, half-alien girl. Enjoy a tender relationship with Kanade and witness how love blossoms into a song that saves the world.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.7%, Anime 20.5%, Emotional 18.5%, Cute 11.4%, Adventure 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: This adventure-focused visual novel shares the anime aesthetic and supernatural undertones found in the seed game.
- #11 My Klutzy Cupid
91% matchVery Positive89% of 66 reviews2023
Dev: HulottePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
In the midst of leading an ordinary life, I began to feel the urge to find myself a girlfriend. Yet somehow, I couldn't bring myself to take the first step. But one day... "What's this...?" A single notebook had fallen right in front of me. "Hey, you! Yes, you! Why aren't you picking it up?"
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.4%, Romance 23.9%, Emotional 13.6%, Cute 8.9%, Anime 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: The inclusion of a supernatural entity in a romantic comedy setting provides a similar lighthearted but heartfelt experience.
- #12 AMANATSU ~Perfect Edition~
89% matchVery Positive95% of 384 reviews2024
Dev: AZARASHI SOFTWAREPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Japanese coming-of-age VN from hit developer AZARASHI SOFTWARE. After moving to a sleepy seaside town, Haruto befriends three unforgettable heroines, each with unique traits—and a surprise confession. Navigate your own summer of love on this sugar-sweet journey of romance and discovery.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.2%, Romance 22.6%, Emotional 18.4%, Cute 11.1%, Anime 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the essence of a summer romance with a focus on cute, character-driven interactions.
- #13 Kanon
89% matchVery Positive98% of 399 reviews2024
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A tale of small miracles in a snow-covered town— Kanon, the very first game from visual novel studio Key, is now available on Steam! Now featuring HD visuals and full voice support! (The protagonist is only voiced in certain scenes.)
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.3%, Romance 16.4%, Anime 15.2%, Emotional 13.4%, Cute 10%
Why You'll Like It: This classic visual novel excels at blending supernatural elements with deeply emotional, character-focused storytelling.
- #14 Little Busters! English Edition
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,092 reviews2017
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 42.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Capturing the hearts of countless fans since 2007, Little Busters! is an emotional visual novel from Key, the minds behind Angel Beats! and CLANNAD. This special English release supports touch controls and dynamic switching between English and Japanese text, and is in HD for the first time on PC.
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.7%, Anime 19.6%, Romance 13.5%, Adventure 6.9%, Emotional 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: It features a strong emphasis on the bonds of friendship and supernatural mysteries set against a backdrop of youth and summer.
- #15 The Bright Star Of Seraph-Katis-
87% matchVery Positive87% of 61 reviews2024
Dev: STARxSTAR
Windows
《The Bright Star Of Seraph-Katis-》is a short text adventure game. This game combines a visual novel and an "adventure mode".
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.1%, Romance 24%, Anime 21.3%, Adventure 12.1%, Casual 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: The focus on a celestial or supernatural connection makes this a thematic match for a story about a 'wish star'.
- #16 CLANNAD
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 10,460 reviews2015
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 105.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
From the world renowned visual novel studio Key, the highly rated story of CLANNAD is now available on Steam! Improved visuals, achievement integration, and Dangopedia make this the best version of CLANNAD to date.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.5%, Romance 22.2%, Anime 20.7%, Emotional 9.2%, Story Rich 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of emotional storytelling that explores supernatural themes and the profound impact of relationships over time.
- #17 9-nine-:Episode 1
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,894 reviews2019
Dev: PALETTEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 145.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Help Miyako and Kakeru track down a superpowered serial killer before they strike again.
Why similar: Visual Novel 50.2%, Anime 27.4%, Cute 13%, Casual 5.4%, Story Rich 4%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a compelling mix of supernatural abilities and high-stakes romance within a modern setting.
- #18 If My Heart Had Wings
85% matchVery Positive92% of 4,609 reviews2014
Dev: MoeNovel
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 46.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
An animated visual novel of a lovely and bittersweet tale of youth, you play as Aoi Minase in this romantic-comedy as he meets various young girls in his hometown and works together with them to revive their school’s glider-flying “Soaring Club” in order to realize their shared dream of flight.
Why similar: Romance 27.2%, Visual Novel 26.6%, Anime 18.5%, Cute 12.4%, Casual 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the emotional growth of characters during a pivotal summer, emphasizing themes of dreams and connection.
- #19 花落冬陽 Snowdreams -lost in winter-
84% matchVery Positive97% of 262 reviews2022
Dev: 觀象草圖 Astrolabe DraftPub: 觀象草圖 Astrolabe Draft
Windows
《花落冬陽》是一款以「夢想」與「思念」為主題的文字冒險遊戲。故事講述主角謝子臣在追尋作家之夢的過程中遭遇的困境，以及與夏芊帆、雪見兩名少女的戀愛故事。豐富的劇情、精緻的插畫、悠揚的音樂、搭配全中文語音，帶你體驗一段動人的台北冬季戀曲。
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.8%, Supernatural 18.3%, Emotional 17.9%, Romance 15.2%, Anime 12.9%
Why You'll Like It: This title delivers a story-rich, emotional narrative that explores the complexities of relationships and personal growth.
- #20 Kakenuke★Forward to Our Sparking Youth!
83% matchVery Positive95% of 464 reviews2024
Dev: SAGA PLANETSPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 61.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
What does "youth" mean to you? Is it a time in your life meant for having fun? For devoting yourself to a cause? For Yuu Tono, it's meant earning money and studying to build a brighter future for him and his family. But maybe the new (or maybe old?) friend who's come into his life will change that.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.1%, Romance 24.1%, Anime 13.4%, Emotional 12.5%, Cute 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the energy and romance of youth, providing a lighthearted yet story-rich experience.
- #21 Sugar Sweet Temptation
82% matchVery Positive98% of 182 reviews2023
Dev: RecettePub: Love Lab, Inc.
Windows
On the whimsical Night of the Fairies, Crow Yamada lands on the rooftop of a quaint patisserie known as Folkroll. Without any memories, he strives to help the cute employees by becoming the best baker around in this sugary sweet visual novel.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.4%, Romance 20.7%, Anime 18.2%, Emotional 15.1%, Cute 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: The focus on cute, romantic interactions makes it a strong choice for players who enjoyed the tone of the seed game.
- #22 Corona Blossom Vol.1 Gift From the Galaxy
84% matchVery Positive95% of 305 reviews2016
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 30.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Meet R-ne, a metallic organism from space in the form of a young girl. She’s taken in by Keiji and the people of Hanma town, but the maid uniform-clad, cat-eared space pirate Lily and her crew are looking to sell the valuable metal that’s R-ne. Caught up in the turmoil, can she make it back home?
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.3%, Anime 18.3%, Romance 17.3%, Emotional 15.5%, Cute 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: The story of a girl from another world arriving on Earth shares the 'supernatural encounter' theme of the seed game.
- #23 Sickly Days and Summer Traces
78% matchVery Positive95% of 1,890 reviews2025
Dev: Sister PositionPub: HIKARI SPARK
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 23.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A devoted brother and his fragile sister share a quiet, dreamlike summer. As her gentle companion, speak with her, care for her, and gather the fleeting, precious fragments of a love that blooms softly in the stillness of everyday life.
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.3%, Anime 23.5%, Emotional 17.3%, Cute 13.6%, Casual 8.4%
- #24 星空列车与白的旅行
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 6,130 reviews2021
Dev: しらたまこPub: inc.ZOFE
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 108.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The train you took, piercing the night sky and galloping under the stars, was refreshing-it was really a great value trip. In the solo journey under the refreshing night breeze, I met casual passengers and the loving and loving flight attendants.
Why similar: Visual Novel 45.3%, Anime 20.4%, Cute 17.4%, Adventure 8%, Linear 7.5%
- #25 Voices from the Sea
81% matchVery Positive93% of 1,262 reviews2015
Dev: Zeiva Inc
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 413.6 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Follow the story of a young boy, Cantus as he meets Maris, the mysterious girl by the sea - an experience that will change his life forever.
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.9%, Anime 31.3%, Cute 7%, Adventure 5.4%, Casual 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: A short, emotional, and supernatural visual novel that captures a similar sense of intimacy and wonder.
- #26 神明的一天世界(God's One Day World)
82% matchVery Positive85% of 728 reviews2016
Dev: 灰烬天国
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
an Visual Novel & Puzzle Game
Why similar: Visual Novel 45.2%, Anime 26.3%, Adventure 22.8%, Casual 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: The premise of interacting with a divine or supernatural being is a direct thematic parallel to the seed game.
- #27 My Summer Adventure: Memories of Another Life — Day 1
81% matchVery Positive92% of 52 reviews2023
Dev: AlkinoyPub: 101XP
Windows · Mac · Linux
A strange incident turns the life of an ordinary young man upside down when, having fallen asleep on a regular train commute, he wakes up in another country... in a body of a Japanese student! An unforgettable summer adventure awaits, promising many fateful meetings and momentous occasions.
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.6%, Romance 21.8%, Emotional 19.7%, Anime 16.8%, Cute 9%
Why You'll Like It: It leans heavily into the summer vacation trope, providing a nostalgic and romantic atmosphere.
- #28 Memories Off Sousou ~Not always true~
80% matchMostly Positive73% of 114 reviews2025
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
かけがえのない想いを見つけた、その先に――
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.7%, Anime 18.2%, Emotional 18%, Adventure 15.8%, Cute 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a mature, emotional dating simulation experience with a focus on branching narratives.
- #29 Virtual Maid Streamer Ramie
79% matchVery Positive97% of 75 reviews2022
Dev: monimePub: iMel
Windows
The Vtuber who came out of the screen was actually a maid!? Featuring the virtual maid who just wants to cheer the protagonist up. Follow this fluffy adventure with a little spice, full of charming moments and a few tears along the way.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.1%, Emotional 20.9%, Anime 17.9%, Cute 12.1%, Adventure 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a casual, character-focused experience that emphasizes the bond between the protagonist and a unique heroine.
- #30 Furry Angel Take In
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 761 reviews2024
Dev: JOX Studio
Windows
一款疗愈心灵的恋爱模拟文字冒险视觉小说——因为童年创伤而浑浑噩噩，早已放弃了人生的“我”，在与“从天而降”的女孩相处的甜蜜时光中，感受她不求回报的爱，收获心灵的成长，疗愈内心的创伤。与她一起探索生命的意义、爱的真谛，与灵魂的重量。
Why similar: Visual Novel 37%, Romance 30.8%, Anime 23.3%, Adventure 7.3%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #31 Aonatsu Line
77% matchVery Positive93% of 998 reviews2022
Dev: GIGAPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 32.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
《青夏轨迹》是日本美少女游戏资深大厂GIGA/Entergram出品的一部青春题材的视觉小说。本作由知名插画家U35负责原画与角色设计，人气声优小鸟居夕花、夏和小、和实羽优希为本作女主角献声。本作发售后赢得市场普遍赞誉，并荣获萌系游戏大赏年度剧本金奖等诸多奖项。
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.6%, Anime 19.9%, Emotional 14.3%, Cute 11.6%, Adventure 10.5%
- #32 Natsu no Iro no Nostalgia
78% matchVery Positive91% of 561 reviews2019
Dev: MOONSTONEPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 85.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
《追忆夏色年华》是由美少女游戏品牌MOONSTONE制作的一款奇幻恋爱题材作品。讲述了主人公与妹妹时隔三年一同返回故乡生活，并与曾经关系密切的三位女孩再度相见，并深入了解她们内心隐藏的爱意与黑暗的故事。本作由山风岚负责原画，吴担当剧本，solfa制作音乐，霜月遥献唱主题曲。
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.5%, Anime 26.8%, Adventure 10.5%, Casual 9.6%, Cute 7.3%
- #33 Destiny Star Girlfriend
76% matchVery Positive97% of 74 reviews2023
Dev: miraiPub: Shiravune
Windows
A surprise kerfuffle with unhinged space demons sees campus nobody Seiji “tied by fate” to Yuuri, the undercover magical girl who’s also his covert classroom crush! With both their secrets out of the bag, can Seiji still shoot his shot? Or will the evil Majin’s minions invade Earth first?
Why similar: Visual Novel 28%, Romance 26%, Anime 20.6%, Cute 11.5%, Story Rich 5%
- #34 The Princess, the Stray Cat, and Matters of the Heart
77% matchVery Positive91% of 365 reviews2019
Dev: TOKYOTOON
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 88.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Once upon a time, after his mother passed away, a boy called Nora felt all alone in the world. He spent every day with his unique and kind hearted friends until one fateful day, he had a chance encounter with a princess from the Netherworld.
Why similar: Romance 29.5%, Visual Novel 28.1%, Anime 22.1%, Cute 13%, Adventure 7.3%
- #35 Putrika 1st.cut:The Reason She Must Perish
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 519 reviews2024
Dev: トトメトリ
Windows
"Even though I knew this love was forbidden..." While the tragedy is being told, the girl's true love is revealed! Enjoy this crazy pure love drama with beautiful visuals and cute characters!
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.7%, Anime 18.4%, Cute 13.5%, Emotional 11.7%, Adventure 9%
- #36 Fluffy Store
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,738 reviews2019
Dev: AsicxArtPub: SakuraGame
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 33.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A string of mysterious wind chimes brought three lovely and uninvited kemonomimi girls to this small convenience store. At such a summer night full of surprises and excitement, what lies ahead on their road of adventure?
Why similar: Visual Novel 46.7%, Anime 24%, Cute 14%, Adventure 8.6%, Casual 6.8%
- #37 ef - the first tale. (All Ages)
75% matchVery Positive96% of 189 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 286.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
What starts with a conversation between two long lost friends spills out into a captivating visual novel about four youths struggling to pursue their dreams and find their place in the world as love complicates everything.
Why similar: Emotional 24%, Visual Novel 24%, Romance 22.2%, Anime 13.1%, Cute 7.9%
- #38 Adabana Odd Tales
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,033 reviews2020
Dev: Liar-softPub: ANIPLEX.EXE
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 52.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
"This is a tale of 'flowers' that never bloom." Shirohime, a girl who has lost her memory, and Kurofude, a mysterious boy, traverse through classic Japanese fairy tales within the land of Adabana, a realm of illustrated books. What awaits them after they mend the distorted tales?
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.6%, Adventure 21.3%, Casual 17.5%, Anime 13%, Story Rich 8.7%
- #39 Tales from Toyotoki: Arrival of the Witch (The witch of the Ihanashi)
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 836 reviews2022
Dev: Fragaria
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The English version of the heartwarming story that was highly acclaimed in Japan. Enjoy the meticulously crafted narrative. Set in Okinawa, Japan, it is also a story that unravels the mysteries hidden within its history and fantasy.
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.9%, Emotional 22.8%, Romance 16.8%, Mythology 10.4%, Cute 9.5%
- #40 Cyanotype Daydream -The Girl Who Dreamed the World-
73% matchVery Positive88% of 761 reviews2022
Dev: Laplacian
Windows
Median: 17.0 hrsMean: 54.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Kaito wakes to find himself in a strange room, with no memories, and a taciturn girl named Yonagi by his side. Upon learning of his role, he immerses himself into three wondrous dream worlds with her. When all three stories meet a bitter end, Kaito recovers his memories, and the true story unfolds.
Why similar: Romance 26.2%, Emotional 26.1%, Visual Novel 25.1%, Cute 7.6%, Story Rich 6.1%
- #41 Kimi no Hitomi ni Hit Me
70% matchVery Positive94% of 478 reviews2024
Dev: GIGAPub: HIKARI PULSE
Windows
Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 39.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
《你的眼眸命中我心头》是由日本美少女游戏资深大厂GIGA/Entergram（戏画社）制作的一款校园恋爱喜剧作品。发售后赢得了市场好评，中文版收录了家用机版本中追加的人气角色桐原步鸟的路线以及大量新CG。种崎敦美、大桥步夕、户田惠等业内当红声优为本作女主角献声。
Why similar: Anime 25.7%, Emotional 20.9%, Adventure 13.7%, Casual 12.7%, Cute 11.5%
- #42 Summer Pockets
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 4,789 reviews2020
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 137.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
From the creators of Angel Beats! and CLANNAD, Key, comes their latest emotional, award-winning journey. Follow protagonist Takahara Hairi as he travels to the secluded island Torishirojima, where he rediscovers what it means to enjoy summer vacation.
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.5%, Emotional 21.2%, Anime 14.9%, Romance 11.5%, Adventure 8.8%
- #43 Amatarasu Riddle Star
74% matchVery Positive93% of 57 reviews2019
Dev: softhouse-sealPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Come wish upon a shooting star and find “something fun and wondrous” to whisk you away from boredom! Beyond rabbit girls! Beyond your wildest imagination!
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.8%, Anime 27.5%, Romance 15.4%, Adventure 8.8%, Cute 7.4%
- #44 零岁的星光
73% matchVery Positive83% of 180 reviews2023
Dev: Hippocampus制作组Pub: WindField Games
Windows
Amore~4,2 anni luce...... This is the story of the encounter between me, who is called "from the stars", and that person—— How many years have I loved you, day by day, year by year ......
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.6%, Anime 22.2%, Adventure 21.7%, Cute 13.2%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #45 Amairo Chocolate
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,010 reviews2020
Dev: Cabbage SoftPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 81.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Autumn. With the leaves just starting to change color, a boy arrives at Yunagi Village. The first person he meets is a girl handing out flyers -- a cute, cat-eared waitress.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.6%, Romance 24.4%, Anime 22.5%, Cute 16.6%, Casual 3.7%
- #46 YAKIMOCHI STREAM
71% matchVery Positive91% of 309 reviews2022
Dev: まどそふとPub: mirai works
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 49.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
『ヤキモチストリーム』は、まどそふとより発売された学園コメディーアドベンチャーゲームです。本作はまどそふとの2作目にあたる作品で、とても人気が高く、発売当初日本萌えゲーアワード2014にて金賞・プロモーション賞を受賞しました。
Why similar: Visual Novel 33%, Anime 22.8%, Cute 14.5%, Adventure 7.5%, Romance 7.4%
- #47 Adolescent Santa Claus
72% matchVery Positive85% of 1,317 reviews2018
Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 25%
This visual novel game tells the tale of a cute little Santa Clause appearing
Why similar: Visual Novel 43%, Anime 28.6%, Cute 14.9%, Casual 6.6%, Adventure 4.9%
- #48 9-nine-:NewEpisode
69% matchVery Positive94% of 713 reviews2022
Dev: PALETTEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 184.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Enjoy short after stories for the heroines of the 9-nine- series in 9-nine-:NewEpisode!
Why similar: Visual Novel 32%, Anime 17.8%, Romance 15%, Emotional 14.1%, Casual 9.3%
- #49 NEKO-MIMI SWEET HOUSEMATES Vol. 1
69% matchVery Positive95% of 349 reviews2022
Dev: Animal HerbPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 63.1 hrs≥1hr: 60%
What is one to do when face to face with a cat-eared, winged angel? Life will never be the same when the angel, Mint, moves in and becomes your new housemate. Follow Mint, a popular girl from the doujin circle "Animal Herb," as she stars in this brand new, heart-warmingly comedic game!
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.8%, Anime 21.3%, Romance 18.4%, Cute 13.5%, Casual 6.1%
- #50 Outdoor Adventures With Marisa Kirisame
70% matchVery Positive95% of 140 reviews2022
Dev: Sigyaad Team
Windows
Go fishing, talk by a cozy campfire, and even hold hands with Marisa Kirisame from the Touhou Project as you go out with her in this short and cozy visual novel!
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.6%, Anime 20.5%, Emotional 16.7%, Romance 13.7%, Cute 10.7%
- #51 Yomegami: My Sweet Goddess
68% matchVery Positive93% of 58 reviews2025
Dev: ALcotPub: JAST
Windows
"Yomegami: My Sweet Goddess!" is a lighthearted visual novel set in a fantasy world, developed by ALcot. It tells a love story about a demon reincarnation with a goddess mother, a mob boss's daughter, a clumsy class president, and a naive dog-eared girl in their daily lives❤
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.8%, Anime 20.9%, Cute 17.6%, Adventure 14.6%, Casual 10.1%
- #52 Puff Love Story
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 602 reviews2025
Dev: 橘子班Pub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
轻松愉快的短篇恋爱AVG！男主角阿逅是个烘焙师傅，他刚经历事业爱情的双重打击一蹶不振。就在此时，一位爱吃泡芙的女孩出现在他的面前，这段吃泡芙、做泡芙的恋爱故事就此开始！
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.4%, Romance 28.2%, Anime 26.4%, Adventure 10.9%, Story Rich 4%
- #53 日日夜夜
70% matchVery Positive91% of 328 reviews2020
Dev: PEARFLOWERPub: GameCreator
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
本游戏是一款通过点击画面推进游戏进程的AVG，某天傍晚，你走在回去的路上，突然从天而降的银发女性打乱了你平静的生活。心地善良的你决定救下这名无名女性。遥远的记忆开始苏醒，你不得不面临着选择。
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.1%, Romance 23.5%, Anime 18.7%, Cute 11.7%, Adventure 7%
- #54 LUNARiA -Virtualized Moonchild-
67% matchVery Positive95% of 172 reviews2024
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Genius gamer T-Bit rakes in the prize money in VR races day after day. One day, after experiencing a network error mid-race, he ends up in Lunar World, a moon-based server. There, he meets an AI avatar by the name of Lunar-Q. A love story spanning the 384,400 km between the Earth and moon begins!
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.8%, Anime 18.1%, Romance 17.7%, Cute 11.1%, Emotional 9.2%
- #55 Kono Aozora ni Yakusoku o Refine
67% matchVery Positive86% of 197 reviews2025
Dev: GIGAPub: HIKARI PULSE
Windows
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
《青空下的约定― Refine》国际中文版是由日本美少女游戏老牌厂商 GIGA / Entergram（戏画社） 推出的经典恋爱冒险游戏重制版。原作并曾改编为电视动画。在首届“美少女游戏大赏”荣获年度大奖，并同时获得剧本奖、主题曲奖、纯爱游戏奖及玩家支持奖，堪称当年的现象级作品。
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.4%, Emotional 14.5%, Anime 13.7%, Romance 12.9%, Adventure 11.5%
- #56 Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 9,798 reviews2025
Dev: Nestopi Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 12.4 hrsMean: 47.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story" is a sound novel game where you work alongside Satone, a girl who loves writing stories. Customize lo-fi music, ambient sounds, and landscapes to create a focused environment. As you deepen your bond with Satone, you may discover a special connection with her.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.6%, Anime 29%, Cute 16.5%, Casual 9.2%, Adventure 8.8%
- #57 Café Stella and the Reaper's Butterflies
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 6,560 reviews2022
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 19.1 hrsMean: 175.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Takamine Kousei was living a carefree college life until, one day, he tragically died in an accident. But then, the bizarre happened: Takamine Kousei opened his eyes again. And what's more, when he woke up, it was the morning of the very day, he had died.
Why similar: Visual Novel 33%, Romance 28.5%, Anime 12.8%, Cute 8.6%, Emotional 7%
- #58 Fox Hime Zero
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,917 reviews2018
Dev: AsicxArtPub: SakuraGame
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 44.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Yan, a student of natural history, encounters a cute and mysterious girl with fox ears while conducting routine scientific research at a remote observation cabin. This might be a "blessing" for the intrepid in the golden age of geographical discovery...
Why similar: Visual Novel 37.5%, Anime 26.5%, Romance 16.4%, Cute 10.9%, Adventure 3.7%
- #59 The Witch's Love Diary
69% matchVery Positive94% of 112 reviews2019
Dev: QoobrandPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 136.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Spring is here and love awaits, an oasis just over the horizon, a beautiful story waiting to be told. Join Takumi and Alice in a tale of fleeting cherry blossoms and forgotten first love.
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.3%, Anime 27.4%, Romance 13.1%, Cute 7.6%, Casual 6.8%
- #60 A Piece of Wish upon the Stars
68% matchVery Positive94% of 150 reviews2018
Dev: Lingtan Studio
Windows
Graduated from high school, Guang gave up the opportunity to enter college and began to work, making a living for him and his little sister. However, all things seem to change in this summer. The hidden wish of Guang's little sister leads the track of their lives to meet in one midsummer day.
Why similar: Adventure 100%
