Games Like Ame no Marginal -Rain Marginal-

This is a story of disease and suffering; of medication and adverse effects; of thoracotomy scars and cellular poisons; of the living who cannot help but to die and of the dying who cannot help but to live; of a resting place other than "on 7F" or "at home".

Why similar: Visual Novel 56.5%, Anime 32.2%, Story Rich 4%, Indie 3.7%, Emotional 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: Written by the same author, this title shares the exact same emotional weight and melancholic, minimalist storytelling style.

"Life is like a waiting room, except people don't leave in the order they enter." Narcissu is a thought provoking visual novel series about terminal illness, living, dying, and the relationship between those leaving and those left behind. There are no miracles, no heroes, no villains in this story.

Why similar: Visual Novel 52.7%, Anime 22.8%, Indie 7.6%, Story Rich 7.4%, Emotional 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: An essential collection that expands upon the themes and world-building of the original Narcissu series.

The reborn HD edition, Remastered by Siro! Set in Piova, the city of music and endless rain. Guide Chris Vertin on the path to become a master musician in a harmonious fusion of Visual Novel and Music-based gameplay.

Why similar: Visual Novel 39.2%, Anime 32.8%, Story Rich 9%, Choices Matter 8.7%, Emotional 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the rain-soaked, introspective, and bittersweet atmosphere found in the seed game.

A dark visual mystery novel featuring transhumanism, traditional marriage, loneliness, and cosplay. Two pursuable characters. Five endings. Welcome to the future.

Why similar: Visual Novel 62.1%, Anime 25%, Indie 5.3%, Interactive Fiction 3.7%, Story Rich 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title uses a unique interface to explore themes of isolation, history, and human connection in a dying space colony.

A tale of the planet's final love story told using the full force of minori's critically acclaimed illustrative style, engaging musical compositions, and the highly talented staff that has led fans coming back for more every single time!

Why similar: Visual Novel 50.2%, Anime 42.7%, Story Rich 6%, Emotional 0.9%, 2D 0.3%

Why You'll Like It: This visual novel explores the final days of humanity with a deep focus on emotional bonds and a sense of inevitable closure.

"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 52%, Anime 30.5%, Story Rich 7.9%, Emotional 6.8%, Casual 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: It features a touching story about the bond between a human and an AI in a world slowly being reclaimed by the ocean.

fault - milestone two side:above is a Cinematic Visual Novel that takes place right after the events of milestone one. Please note that this novel is a direct sequel to fault - milestone one and contains massive spoilers of the first story. Play through of the first title is highly advised.

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.5%, Anime 35.5%, Story Rich 8%, Indie 6.1%, Casual 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality indie narrative that maintains a consistent, melancholic tone and strong world-building.

This is a story about an ordinary family spending time at home during the rain.

Why similar: Anime 34.6%, Indie 21.3%, Visual Novel 21.3%, Casual 8.3%, Story Rich 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the specific, quiet, and atmospheric feeling of constant rain through a nostalgic and relaxing lens.

From the author of Spice and Wolf, Isuna Hasekura, comes WORLD END ECONOMiCA. This is the first episode out of three part sci-fi/economic thriller visual novel set on the moon.

Why similar: Visual Novel 62.8%, Anime 32.5%, Indie 3.4%, Story Rich 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic indie visual novel that offers a compelling, character-focused story with a distinct sense of place.

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 42%, Anime 26%, Emotional 12.6%, Story Rich 8.4%, Choices Matter 6%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply emotional and character-driven visual novel that excels at creating a sense of place and belonging.

A gothic suspense tale set in a cursed mansion. "The House in Fata Morgana" is a full-length visual novel spanning nearly a millennium that deals in tragedy, human nature, and insanity.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.3%, Anime 29.1%, Story Rich 9.9%, Choices Matter 7.3%, Indie 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in atmospheric, gothic storytelling that prioritizes emotional impact and deep character development.

Japan, 2030 A.D. Memories can now be digitized and archived, allowing people to communicate with the deceased. With only one week left before his best friend’s memories are deleted, can Hiroki uncover the truth behind Sorano’s death?

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.5%, Anime 36.8%, Indie 5.2%, Story Rich 3.4%, Choices Matter 3%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi mystery that balances high-stakes narrative with intimate, character-driven moments.

A yuri visual novel about Amber, a girl who's trying her best to be alone on the road, until she stumbles upon a young hitchhiker and the journal of a prospector from long ago. Fully voiced in English.

Why similar: Visual Novel 43.6%, Anime 33.2%, Story Rich 8.3%, Interactive Fiction 7.3%, Indie 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A well-written, character-focused indie visual novel that excels at building an intimate connection with the reader.

A mysterious senpai. A serial murder case that has taken the world by storm. And a giant, shadowy fish swimming at my feet... What if all of them are connected and surround me like a circle? What should I do?

Why similar: Visual Novel 55.6%, Anime 24.1%, Emotional 7.6%, Story Rich 5.9%, Indie 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Directly mirrors the rain-centric, solitary theme and the focus on emotional discovery.

Katawa Shoujo is a romantic visual novel set in the fictional Japanese Yamaku High School for disabled children. Hisao's congenital heart defect forces him to move to a new school. Despite his difficulties, Hisao is able to find friends—and perhaps love, if he plays his cards right.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.1%, Anime 27.7%, Emotional 10.9%, Choices Matter 7.7%, Story Rich 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A seminal indie visual novel that is widely respected for its mature, sensitive, and deeply emotional writing.

Coffee Talk is a coffee brewing and heart-to-heart talking simulator about listening to fantasy-inspired modern peoples’ problems, and helping them by serving up a warm drink or two.

Why similar: Visual Novel 38.3%, Anime 21.7%, Emotional 9.1%, Interactive Fiction 9%, Story Rich 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the cozy, rain-drenched, and introspective vibe that makes the seed game so comforting to play.

A heartbreaking kinetic novel about the meeting of a depressed thirty years old man with a lost little girl he takes in his house.

Why similar: Visual Novel 55.3%, Anime 31.6%, Indie 8.9%, Casual 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A short, focused, and emotionally resonant kinetic novel that mirrors the pacing of the seed game.

这是一款视觉小说，你会与女主角相遇，并经历许多事情，你的选择将决定故事最终的结局。

Why similar: Visual Novel 53.2%, Anime 46.8%

Why You'll Like It: Thematic alignment with the seed's title and setting makes it a natural choice for fans of rain-themed stories.

Use "game" as a medium to showcase the world of "you/girl". Explore the truth of "you/girl/world" through the form of a "visual novel".

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.7%, Anime 29.5%, Interactive Fiction 8.4%, Story Rich 7.8%, Indie 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: Offers psychological depth and indie charm, appealing to those who enjoy the more experimental side of visual novels.

Train of Afterlife is a mystery, psychological, horror Visual Novel.

Why similar: Visual Novel 53.7%, Anime 26.6%, Indie 9.1%, Casual 3.8%, Story Rich 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: Explores themes of death and transition in a surreal, dreamlike setting that feels very similar to the seed game.

When night falls, she wanders into another world... Moonless Moon is a text-based adventure game following a girl as she travels through a variety of different worlds.

Why similar: Visual Novel 44.1%, Anime 24.5%, Emotional 10%, Story Rich 9.6%, Choices Matter 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: Atmospheric and text-focused, this game shares the slow, deliberate pacing and philosophical undertones of the seed.

An otome visual novel - play a powerless victim of a terrifying, unfair world. 200+ choices, 50+ endings, 20+ hours of play - and only one way to escape.

Why similar: Visual Novel 39.2%, Anime 30%, Story Rich 9.9%, Choices Matter 8.9%, Indie 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a strong narrative focus with multiple paths that reward careful reading and emotional investment.

The Gnosia lie. Pretending to be human, they’ll get in close, trick and deceive, and then eliminate one victim at a time...

Why similar: Visual Novel 47.9%, Anime 38.2%, Story Rich 10.6%, Indie 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: Explores themes of isolation and social deduction in a sci-fi setting with a heavy emphasis on narrative loops.

A terminal love story

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.7%, Anime 36.2%, Story Rich 7.7%, Casual 5.9%, Indie 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on intimate, character-driven moments that feel grounded and relatable.

VA-11 HALL-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action is a booze em' up about waifus, technology, and post-dystopia life.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.3%, Anime 29.3%, Story Rich 10.2%, Choices Matter 8.8%, Casual 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: Atmospheric, character-driven, and highly introspective, focusing on the small stories of people in a large world.

This is a visual novel game without player selections. To atone for the sins of humanity, the girl continues to die.

Why similar: Visual Novel 75.8%, Indie 24.2%

Why You'll Like It: A simple, effective indie visual novel that focuses on the quiet interactions between characters.

Is one life worth the price of another? A bittersweet visual novel about life and death, trust and bonds, and promises made. Brought to you by popular Japanese bishojo game developer SWEET&TEA. Winner of the Moe Game Awards 2016's "New Brand Award"!

Why similar: Visual Novel 39.1%, Anime 32.5%, Emotional 12.7%, Story Rich 7.3%, Interactive Fiction 6.6%

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 49.6%, Anime 31.3%, Emotional 8.9%, Casual 4.2%, 2D 3.1%

Rescue squad captain Watase Kasasagi wakes up without his memories in the middle of his most critical mission yet-- a nuclear meltdown at a research facility. In an unfamiliar place and without his years of training, he must rescue the survivors and escape...

Why similar: Visual Novel 56.6%, Anime 32%, Story Rich 8.2%, Choices Matter 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A gripping sci-fi thriller about survival and isolation that keeps the reader engaged through its complex narrative.

"It Was Raining That Night" is an erotic visual novel that takes you on an adventure in the world of the mafia. With an engaging storyline and attractive characters, you're sure to get lost in the experience. Will you reign supreme or fall?

Why similar: Visual Novel 63.7%, Story Rich 13.4%, Choices Matter 12.2%, Indie 10.7%

A rainy night brings you to a small bar. When you step inside, you're met with soothing music. Your eyes land on a beautiful woman by the counter. Get to know Michiru and share your story with her. This unforgettable evening will be etched into your memory forever.

Why similar: Anime 77.1%, Visual Novel 22.9%

有关恋爱的故事往往在两人开始交往后便戛然而止，在那之后的重重障碍总是无人言说。 在盛夏被一场不期而至的暴雨宣告终结之时，两人看到的，究竟是朦胧的雨雾中对方逐渐消失的身影，还是下一个晴天，地上水洼倒映出的湛蓝

Why similar: Visual Novel 47.9%, Anime 37.7%, Emotional 5.4%, Casual 2.5%, 2D 2.5%

Swan Song is a cozy puzzle game that invites you to slow down, listen, and reflect. Set inside a magical music box, each puzzle asks players to place notes on a musical scale. When you turn the key, the composition plays, activating platforms and opening paths that guide a small swan to safety.

Why similar: Emotional 54.8%, Indie 27.1%, Casual 18.2%

Why You'll Like It: Explores the darkest aspects of the human condition in a post-apocalyptic setting with intense emotional stakes.

The story is set in future Tokyo, where human’s endless desires have consumed finite resources. In this world that is gradually approaching its end, the streamer girls continue to sing, while embracing dreams and despair in their hearts...

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.6%, Anime 26.7%, Emotional 14.1%, Story Rich 7.6%, Casual 3%

KARAKARA. It is the sound of aridity. It is the sound of dry asphalt and sandy winds. It is the sound of relentless sunshine, as well as the sound of a withering race.

Why similar: Visual Novel 50.8%, Anime 42.5%, Indie 4.4%, Casual 2.4%

an Visual Novel & Puzzle Game

Why similar: Visual Novel 55.6%, Anime 36.7%, Indie 5.3%, Casual 2.4%

Introduction In the mountain town far away the ashihara chou，a BRAND-NEW story about the coexistence of “humans”and “ tayutai“ is about to start. To be with you this is the only oath and my everything

Why similar: Anime 52.5%, Visual Novel 43.5%, Story Rich 4%

A mad and romantic ADV. Unravel a strange world of science and philosophy with a mecha girl, zombie girl, or beastfolk. Some paths may disturb you... or thrill you.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.5%, Anime 35.1%, Emotional 12.7%, Choices Matter 3.5%, 2D 3.4%

Aozora Meikyuu is a short Romance Visual Novel with focus on a cute girl.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.8%, Anime 44.7%, Indie 7.9%, Casual 1.7%

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 39.3%, Anime 33.8%, Indie 15.2%, Story Rich 4.4%, Interactive Fiction 4%

KARAKARA. It is the sound of aridity. It is the sound of dry asphalt and sandy winds. It is the sound of relentless sunshine, as well as the sound of a withering race.

Why similar: Visual Novel 55.9%, Anime 34.1%, Indie 6.8%, Casual 3.3%

"Hira Hira Hihiru" is a visual novel set in a fictional Taishō Era. It tells the story of its two protagonists' struggle against Aerodema, a terrifying disease which brings the dead back to life.

Why similar: Visual Novel 61.1%, Anime 17.6%, Choices Matter 9.6%, Casual 5.6%, Story Rich 4.2%

Running home in the rain, you stumble upon a poor abandoned catgirl by the side of the road. Bring her home, take good care of her, and she might open her heart and legs for you!

Why similar: Visual Novel 55.4%, Anime 39.4%, Casual 4.3%, 2D 0.9%

A death march to the end of the world. Can humanity's lost future be reclaimed?

Why similar: Visual Novel 40.3%, Anime 34.2%, Emotional 13.3%, Story Rich 9.4%, Casual 2.8%

这是属于不怎么开朗的我们，充满逃避、畏缩、胆怯、不切实际的单恋故事。 属于你的故事结局将会如何，由你的选择而定。

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.9%, Anime 35.2%, Indie 6.4%, Emotional 3.2%, Story Rich 2.7%

── In the summer of the world that has ended, the girl travels aimlessly. "natsuno-kanata - beyond the summer" is a text adventure game that depicts girls traveling in apocalypse. Through talking to the girls, we get to know them and approach the mysteries of the world ──

Why similar: Visual Novel 48.4%, Anime 36.6%, Story Rich 7%, Indie 4.9%, 2D 3.1%

This is a small tale from the end. The leftovers of mankind are destined to perish as the Arks break orbit. Suddenly, however, she's making me ask her out, an invitation to face the apocalypse together... a short but exquisite visual novel, "Dream Ending" is humanity's last love story.

Why similar: Visual Novel 47.8%, Anime 30.4%, Indie 15.3%, Casual 6.6%

A tragic love story following Memori and her search for the missing "him."

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.1%, Anime 25.2%, Emotional 9.4%, Story Rich 9.3%, Choices Matter 7.4%

X-note is a blend between Visual Novel and Dating Sim. Follow the story of Essi as she pursues the truth of her mother's death.

Why similar: Visual Novel 52.7%, Anime 30.4%, Indie 6%, Story Rich 2.9%, Interactive Fiction 2.8%

Snow, dullness, depression. Constant dissatisfaction with work and superiors and feeling like there is no escape. Is this what life will always be? Perhaps… but I can always hope for change to be just around the corner!…

Why similar: Visual Novel 32.3%, Anime 27.2%, Indie 16.9%, Interactive Fiction 7.3%, Emotional 7.2%

Outside the door is a mystic visual novel set within one office. You are about to figure out the stories of a few visitors without having a single memory of yourself.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.1%, Anime 41.4%, Choices Matter 5.9%, Indie 4%, Casual 2.5%

故事发生在一个“相信就是真实”的世界。失去了部分记忆的男主——阳，遇见了声称是他青梅竹马兼女友的少女——小雨。他们就此开启了一段寻回两人记忆的旅程，并在这途中还原了阳失忆的真相。

Why similar: Visual Novel 67%, Anime 17%, Story Rich 10.4%, 2D 3.3%, Casual 2.4%

A gloomy lesbian / yuri visual novel featuring characters based on famous Romantic poets such as Coleridge, Wordsworth, and Byron. Can you help Samantha Coleridge repair her fractured relationship with Lillian Wordsworth?

Why similar: Visual Novel 38.9%, Anime 29.3%, Indie 7%, Story Rich 7%, Emotional 6.5%

Welcome to Kimochii Classroom! A slice-of-life visual novel with stunning visuals, a beautiful soundtrack, and an immersive story. Who will you meet first?

Why similar: Visual Novel 47.9%, Anime 25.4%, Choices Matter 7.8%, Emotional 7%, Story Rich 5%

Despite determination and skill, Natalie Puccile, a Special Investigations and Tactics officer, has spent her career watching over a listening post in the middle of deep space. After the orders that she has always dreamed of arrive, she finds herself in charge of a small destroyer and tasked with discovering the fate of a missing...

Why similar: Visual Novel 54.9%, Anime 37.9%, Indie 5.3%, Casual 1.9%

An episodic Visual Novel about a Gamer and his life with cute girls.

Why similar: Visual Novel 50%, Anime 41.6%, Indie 5.6%, Casual 2.7%

A visual novel that takes place in the same universe as "7 summer days".

Why similar: Visual Novel 55.9%, Story Rich 24.4%, Choices Matter 9.8%, Casual 5.1%, Indie 4.9%

A mysterious global pandemic is making people disappear into thin air. A mysterious glass object carried by a girl found adrift at sea. Two stories that set two pairs of protagonists off on separate journeys around the world. What does it mean to live, make mistakes, and live again?

Why similar: Visual Novel 48%, Anime 35.2%, Casual 14.3%, 2D 2.5%

John is a young man suffering from severe depression. As he loses his sense of purpose in life, he begins to see the world in unfocused gray. Just when he begins to lose all hope, John meets a girl... a very special girl.

Why similar: Visual Novel 37.6%, Anime 26.9%, Choices Matter 9%, Story Rich 8.5%, Interactive Fiction 7.5%