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Games Like Anchored Hearts: A Tale of Destiny

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Otome, Visual Novel, Dating Sim, Romance.

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A pirate on the run, La Belladonna must escape imprisonment and prove her innocence in this roguelite adventure-meets-romance novel! Navigate wild waters, fight enemy ships, and decide to whom you’ll give your heart. Through narrative choices, unravel the truth behind your cursed fate!

Reviews: 9 user reviews — 89% — of 9 reviews
Released: 2024-06-24
Developer: Studio Witchstar
Publisher: Lovewish
Genres: Adventure, Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

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    97% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2022
    Dev: SinSisters Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Escape the confines of high-society and find freedom, romance, and danger on the high seas as a privateer in this pirate otome. A historical fiction visual novel set in the early 17th century, travel from Spain across the Caribbean while surviving life at sea.

    Why similar: Pirates 34.1%, Otome 17.4%, Dating Sim 14.2%, Romance 12.6%, Visual Novel 10.2%

  2. #2 Blood Code
    96% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,024 reviews2015
    Dev: ZiX Solutions
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    A story about an ordinary human girl and her romantic encounters with knights and princes. These characters may be gentle, passionate, considerate, or inhospitable. There are many character styles to suit a variety of individual player tastes.

    Why similar: Dating Sim 22.2%, Otome 20.8%, Romance 20.6%, Visual Novel 14%, Female Protagonist 12.7%

  3. #3 Aye Aye, Captain
    96% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
    Dev: North State Games
    Windows

    Aye Aye Captain is a game about crewing a ship on the high seas of the 1500 and 1600s. You'll have to manage a crew, provide them with consistent booty, rum, and fight off mutinies all while pillaging vessels of royal navies, other pirates, and trading companies.

    Why similar: Pirates 34.9%, Naval Combat 29.9%, Real Time Tactics 12.2%, Roguelite 10.6%, Action-Adventure 5.3%

  4. #4 CHEATING? ABSOLUTELY NOT!
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 睡眠机器人Otome Game
    Windows

    Infidelity!? Is that truly acceptable? While there's genuine attraction toward 'him', such betrayal! Completely unacceptable!?

    Why similar: Romance 25.3%, Dating Sim 25.3%, Visual Novel 19.1%, Otome 14.7%, Female Protagonist 13.3%

  5. #5 Ecosphere
    94% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Talestrike
    Windows

    A Fantasy / Steampunk Visual Novel in which you'll make hearts skip a beat! You are Arane Kross, a talented engineer capable of controlling nature with a machine: the Ecosphere! What will be your impact?

    Why similar: Pirates 24.1%, Romance 16.8%, Otome 16.1%, Dating Sim 14.1%, Visual Novel 11.8%

  6. #6 Heileen 3: New Horizons
    94% matchMixed63% of 89 reviews2014
    Dev: Winter Wolves
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 99%

    Traveling with pirate Morgan, Heileen seeks her lost friends, aiming to reunite. This is just the start, as the story unfolds with a fixed game time to secure a romantic or career ending. The Virtues/Sins system from the second game is incorporated, with each choice molding Heileen's character.

    Why similar: Pirates 34.9%, Dating Sim 17%, Otome 15.7%, Visual Novel 11.6%, Female Protagonist 10.1%

  7. #7 Gentle Psycho :: Yan Side
    92% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2025
    Dev: Purple Noon
    Windows

    Working as a government official as well as a hero in Hero Corporation, you receive a special mission one day. You must scout a new hero for Hero Corporation, as they're always short of people. You have to make a hero out of the man who has everything he ever wants. Can it be done?

    Why similar: Dating Sim 25%, Romance 21.6%, Otome 21.5%, Visual Novel 11.7%, Story Rich 9.9%

  8. #8 Nameless ~The one thing you must recall~
    93% matchVery Positive93% of 764 reviews2014
    Dev: Sujin RiPub: Cheritz
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Nameless ~The one thing you must recall~ is a visual novel game designed for female audiences. It was distributed by the publisher, Cheritz, in English, Korean, and Japanese on Nov. 11th, 2013 and now it is available on Steam.

    Why similar: Dating Sim 29.8%, Otome 27.3%, Romance 15.1%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Visual Novel 12.4%

  9. #9 The Charming Empire
    91% matchMixed54% of 81 reviews2017
    Dev: OperaHouse CorporationPub: Dogenzaka Lab
    Windows

    “The Charming Empire” is a dating simulation game set in the Taisho Roman era of Japanese history. Popular voice actors known for their talent in anime and video games bring our five main characters to life. Your ears will thank you to hear their performances across all the main scenarios.

    Why similar: Dating Sim 39.9%, Otome 23.7%, Romance 11.7%, Visual Novel 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10.9%

  10. #10 Dandelion - Wishes brought to you -
    91% matchVery Positive86% of 774 reviews2014
    Dev: Sujin RiPub: Cheritz
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Dandelion -Wishes brought to you- is a female-oriented game developed by Cheritz. The game was released in South Korea in August, 2012. The English translation for Dandelion was released on Nov, 2012. Dandelion is known as a unique dating simulation with a sensational storyline and charming characters.

    Why similar: Otome 30.2%, Dating Sim 28.1%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Romance 12.9%

  11. #11 High and Dry
    90% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2023
    Dev: Justin StewartPub: Goose Games
    Windows

    High and Dry is a swash-buckling strategy rogue like where you race against time to save your soul from Davey Jones! You will fight against pirates, pillage ships, take your chances with dodgy treasure maps, and whatever else you must do to gain strength before the time comes for your final battle!

    Why similar: Pirates 32.9%, Naval Combat 28.3%, Real Time Tactics 24.7%, Strategy 11%, 2D 3.1%

  12. #12 Amnesia™: Memories
    89% matchVery Positive92% of 4,125 reviews2015
    Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    You awaken to find your memories gone. To learn the truth behind your amnesia, you’ll choose from five romantic paths, each its own world. With 20+ endings, can you write the lasting love story you deserve, or will your love and life come to an end?

    Why similar: Otome 31.2%, Dating Sim 17.9%, Romance 17.2%, Visual Novel 16%, Female Protagonist 12.7%

  13. #13 Dark Nights
    88% matchVery Positive92% of 407 reviews2022
    Dev: Pinlin
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Nothing is as it seems.

    Why similar: Otome 24.8%, Romance 20.4%, Dating Sim 17.4%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Female Protagonist 11.2%

  14. #14 Gods of Love: An Otome Visual Novel
    89% matchMostly Positive71% of 45 reviews2020
    Dev: Y Press Otomes
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    An otome with strong, independent protagonist and hints of spicy scenes! The healer Thalia has developed magical powers and the gods of her world think she might be a new goddess they can marry. Poor Thalia just wants to do her work.

    Why similar: Otome 24.5%, Dating Sim 21.6%, Romance 20.5%, Visual Novel 14%, Female Protagonist 10.2%

  15. #15 Low Effort Romance
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AzureXtwilightPub: Neoclassic Games
    Windows

    Low Effort Romance is an otome visual novel about two tired adults who accidentally fall for each other between quarterly reports. Can you juggle deadlines, nosy coworkers, group projects, and a romance that keeps almost happening on company property?

    Why similar: Dating Sim 24.1%, Otome 23.2%, Visual Novel 16.4%, Romance 14.6%, Female Protagonist 12.1%

  16. #16 The Radiants
    86% matchVery Positive86% of 85 reviews2023
    Dev: Rose Arcana Games
    Windows · Mac

    The Radiants is a magical adventure visual novel with light stat raising & multiple endings. Choose what kind of Oracle you will become and maybe find romance along the way.

    Why similar: Otome 21.5%, Dating Sim 21.4%, Romance 18.8%, Visual Novel 13.4%, Female Protagonist 12.1%

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    86% matchVery Positive96% of 217 reviews2021
    Dev: Dicesuki
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    What happens after Happily Ever After…?

    Why similar: Otome 24.4%, Romance 23.9%, Dating Sim 22.7%, Visual Novel 17.3%, Female Protagonist 5.8%

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    85% matchVery Positive91% of 66 reviews2023
    Dev: Elseth GamesPub: Neoclassic Games
    Windows · Mac

    An otome-fantasy visual novel. Play as Alto, a fearless knight, and enter a world of magic and myths with secrets waiting for you to unveil.

    Why similar: Otome 23.1%, Dating Sim 20.2%, Romance 19.3%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Female Protagonist 11.3%

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    84% matchMostly Positive78% of 41 reviews2023
    Dev: PrimulaPub: pencil
    Windows

    Cats + Armies + the Apocalypse! In a world ruled by bushy-tailed, bipedal catfolk, "humans" are mythical beings worshipped as gods. Those who pass a human's trial will have their wish granted... This is the tale of the girl who met a god.

    Why similar: Otome 28.4%, Dating Sim 23.7%, Romance 16.9%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Female Protagonist 12.4%

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    82% matchVery Positive94% of 62 reviews2024
    Dev: Lumiere Entertainment Inc.Pub: Smilegate
    Windows

    An otome novel adventure that captures a slice of life and sweet romance of youths striving for their dreams without despairing over reality.

    Why similar: Dating Sim 26.8%, Otome 25.6%, Romance 19.1%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Female Protagonist 11.6%

  21. #21 Love Limit
    82% matchPositive100% of 34 reviews2025
    Dev: Winking Corvid
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Your blind date invades Earth!?

    Why similar: Otome 27.1%, Romance 21.2%, Dating Sim 19.6%, Visual Novel 14.7%, Female Protagonist 10%

  22. #22 甜点恋人 / Pastry Lovers
    84% matchMostly Positive72% of 311 reviews2017
    Dev: 橙光游戏
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Pastry Lovers is an adventure simulation game that sets in a fantastic Pastry Kingdom. Sakura, the main character, grows into a pastry master and gains romantic love.

    Why similar: Otome 28.4%, Dating Sim 24.4%, Romance 17.1%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Female Protagonist 7.7%

  23. #23 XOXO Droplets
    83% matchMostly Positive75% of 348 reviews2017
    Dev: GB Patch Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    An otome dating sim about a humorously jerky young lady and her mission to woo one of multiple uniquely, but equally, obnoxious guys.

    Why similar: Dating Sim 27.2%, Otome 24.6%, Romance 18.7%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Female Protagonist 13.4%

  24. #24 Actala: The Hero's Shadow
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ChattercapPub: Chattercap LLC
    Windows

    The fairy tale is over. The Hero won. But the story is just beginning. Explore the web of intrigue in this mystery/fantasy romance visual novel featuring hundreds of animated illustrations.

    Why similar: Otome 24.3%, Romance 19.8%, Dating Sim 19.5%, Visual Novel 13.4%, Female Protagonist 10.1%

  25. #25 Hatoful Boyfriend
    81% matchVery Positive94% of 7,550 reviews2014
    Dev: MediatonicPub: Epic Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Congratulations! You’ve been accepted as the only human student at the prestigious St. PigeoNation’s Institute, a school for talented birds! Roam the halls and find love in between classes as a sophomore student at the world’s greatest pigeon high school.

    Why similar: Dating Sim 28.1%, Visual Novel 19%, Otome 17.2%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Romance 13.3%

  26. #26 7'scarlet
    80% matchMostly Positive75% of 854 reviews2019
    Dev: IDEA FACTORYPub: Intragames
    Windows
    Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    The remote town of Okunezato is shaped like a crescent moon and shrouded in dark myths and legends. Take on the role of a brave young woman journeying into the unknown to uncover dangerous truths and locate her missing brother with her childhood friend.

    Why similar: Otome 26.4%, Dating Sim 20.2%, Romance 19%, Visual Novel 14.3%, Female Protagonist 13.4%

  27. #27 The Pirate: Caribbean Hunt
    79% matchVery Positive83% of 4,579 reviews2016
    Dev: Home Net Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 48 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Hail to the Captain! Sail into the heart of the Caribbean in the Age of Piracy - the time of black flags and white skulls, blue waves and golden opportunities. Hoist the Jolly Roger and grab the steering wheel to sail through battles and raids, ransoms and treasures, to become the Crimson King of the Antilles!

    Why similar: Pirates 47.9%, Naval Combat 47.8%, Strategy 3.4%, Adventure 1%

  28. #28 Cinderella Phenomenon - Otome/Visual Novel
    79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,111 reviews2017
    Dev: Dicesuki
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    The Fairytale Curse was only the beginning...

    Why similar: Otome 31%, Romance 22.8%, Visual Novel 17.3%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Dating Sim 11.1%

  29. #29 Unquiet Grey
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ENDYSIS
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    You can't save him... but what if you could meet him again? Unquiet Grey is a heartbreaking timeloop visual novel about a troubled young woman and the kind-hearted musician she loves through countless lifetimes.

    Why similar: Romance 25.9%, Otome 16.8%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Dating Sim 13.4%, Female Protagonist 12.9%

  30. #30 Enamored Risks
    78% matchVery Positive86% of 204 reviews2020
    Dev: Crystal Game Works
    Windows

    Upon finding a mysterious social media account, Alex sets out to find the origins of the photos and meets three urban explorers, each of them unearthing something new and unfamiliar in her heart.

    Why similar: Otome 22.4%, Dating Sim 22.1%, Romance 19.7%, Visual Novel 14.3%, Female Protagonist 9.8%

  31. #31 Glass Heart: Retold
    76% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2024
    Dev: Eternal Love Studios
    Windows · Linux

    A modern romance otome/visual novel filled with drama, angst, adventure and, most of all, love. With a twenty percent chance to survive, you decide to experience living outside of a hospital for the first time. Can your heart handle the love that you find along the way?

    Why similar: Otome 24.4%, Romance 21.1%, Dating Sim 19.3%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Female Protagonist 9.5%

  32. #32 Rapscallions On Deck - Friendship Otome
    77% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: ChaniMK
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Mistaking Larsa for a boy, four pirates kidnap her because they’re in desperate need of a swabbie. And that’s how Larsa finds herself on board a pirate ship in the middle of the ocean... Will she be able to bond with these pirates as she sails the seas and goes on adventures with them?

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  33. #33 Re: promise - Promise of Linaria
    76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: JV Studio Inc.
    Windows · Mac

    I thought it was just the same old routine as always... You, having forgotten everything except your name, encounter four fateful men. The days spent recovering your memories gradually turn into a sweet and bittersweet love—

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  34. #34 The Pirate: Plague of the Dead
    77% matchMostly Positive78% of 627 reviews2017
    Dev: Home Net Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Command the most fearsome pirates in an exciting Caribbean adventure! Plague of the Dead is a new installment of The Pirate series, featuring an open world without loading screens, dynamic day and night cycle and weather system, it offers each gamer an unforgettable experience.

    Why similar: Pirates 60.2%, Naval Combat 30.1%, Strategy 6%, Action-Adventure 2.3%, Adventure 1.4%

  35. #35 Wolf and The Warren
    74% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2025
    Dev: DPAD Games
    Windows

    Sam Bane is travelling cross country to start her new job. But, disaster! Her car broke down and she's been stranded in the woods. As luck would have it, Sam's stumbled across the forest's best kept secret...A quaint little hotel called ‘The Warren’ and it's owner Kylie.

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  36. #36 DesperaDrops
    74% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2025
    Dev: WIZARDSOFT CORPORATIONPub: D3PUBLISHER
    Windows

    A romance visual novel game made in collaboration with D3P and Red Entertainment. Crime ADV “DesperaDrops” of love and escape. An innocent fugitive and six villains. Their escape in search of freedom begins--...

    Why similar: Otome 31.6%, Dating Sim 22.7%, Romance 20%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Story Rich 5.8%

  37. #37 The Demon's Apple - Otome Game
    73% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2026
    Dev: Kakera
    Windows · Mac

    The Demon's Apple is a Dark Fantasy otome game with mature content. Pomme, a herbalist as to make an alliance with a bloodthirsty demon she saved to survive in a world hostile to both. Play as Pomme who has to learn to live under the same roof as the demon who wants her blood and more.

    Why similar: Otome 28.8%, Romance 22.5%, Dating Sim 19.5%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Visual Novel 8.7%

  38. #38 Cinders
    75% matchVery Positive87% of 787 reviews2014
    Dev: MoaCube
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    A mature take on Cinderella that's all about player choices and breaking the classic fairy tale in any way you like.

    Why similar: Otome 21.2%, Dating Sim 20.2%, Romance 18.5%, Visual Novel 16%, Female Protagonist 13.5%

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    75% matchVery Positive86% of 278 reviews2016
    Dev: sakevisual
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 97%

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    Why similar: Otome 30.7%, Dating Sim 22%, Visual Novel 19.8%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Romance 13%

  40. #40 Glass Heart
    73% matchVery Positive92% of 52 reviews2023
    Dev: Eternal Love Studios, LLC.
    Windows

    A 20% chance is all you have to survive the surgery. Will love give you the strength to continue this life or will you be singing with the angels? The choice is yours.

    Why similar: Otome 24.5%, Romance 20.5%, Dating Sim 19.7%, Visual Novel 12.6%, Female Protagonist 11%

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    72% matchVery Positive88% of 78 reviews2023
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    Windows

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    Why similar: Dating Sim 23.3%, Otome 20.7%, Romance 19.5%, Female Protagonist 14%, Visual Novel 12.2%

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    73% matchVery Positive90% of 1,019 reviews2012
    Dev: Hanako Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    You have been invited to attend a magical school. You can make new friends, learn spells, face exams, run for class office, and try to find a date for the May Day Ball.

    Why similar: Dating Sim 28.5%, Visual Novel 24.3%, Female Protagonist 16%, Otome 14.1%, Romance 12.6%

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    70% matchPositive100% of 45 reviews2024
    Dev: Salt Game StudioPub: Kylinhall Games
    Windows

    "Relieve" is a hand-drawn comic style narrative puzzle visual novel with unique art and high-quality music. It allows you to experience the story of a couple's separation and reunion from different perspectives.

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    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ddFantasy
    Windows

    Daisy's the brilliant and beautiful girl-next-door. You haven't gone outside in a week. Still, you're determined to win her heart and if you make the right choices, you might learn to fall in love along the way.

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    71% matchMostly Positive73% of 1,326 reviews2019
    Dev: Fireblade Software
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Take command of an 'Age of Sail' ship and her crew, exploring a vast, story-filled world that reacts to your decisions. Engage enemy vessels, fortifications and sea monsters in brutal tactical combat, all framed in an art style inspired by classic Naval Oil Paintings.

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    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tak Mycket
    Windows · Mac

    A princess, a pirate or an explorer may steal your heart in this epic tale filled with pirates, spice, intrigue and romance. Choose your journey as you find love and decide the fate of the throne.

    Why similar: Pirates 52.1%, Romance 27%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Story Rich 4.8%, Adventure 1.4%

  47. #47 Prank Masters – Otome Game
    72% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2018
    Dev: Lockvia Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A romantic comedy otome visual novel where you play as a heroine prankster.

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  48. #48 Melty Amethyst
    69% matchPositive84% of 32 reviews2024
    Dev: Miniature fleurPub: VNka
    Windows

    The full-voiced otome visual novel that adds colour to ordinary life.

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  49. #49 Scallywags
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: FloWHOA
    Windows

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    69% matchNo user reviews
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    68% matchVery Positive89% of 5,420 reviews2021
    Dev: NEKO WORKsPub: Sekai Project
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    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 35.2 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    When your grandfather passes away and you inherit his café, it's a tall task for anyone. But with the help of 4 talented catboys, Cafe Kin'uan is ready for business in NEKOPARA - Catboys Paradise!

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  52. #52 Let`s not stay friends
    70% matchMostly Positive80% of 309 reviews2017
    Dev: Violet FeaturePub: Vorobushek
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  53. #53 Diffraction
    68% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    67% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: UNICO INC.Pub: Voltage Inc.
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    69% matchVery Positive82% of 675 reviews2016
    Dev: Poni-Pachet SYPub: MangaGamer
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    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Once upon a time, a girl, her pet dog, and three companions made a journey to meet a great wizard who could grant their wishes. But what if the girl hadn’t believed that “there’s no place like home”? Explore a fairytale world through a dozen routes and 20+ endings!

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  56. #56 Black Flag Rising
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pixel Forge Interactive LTD
    Windows

    Black Flag Rising is a thrilling pirate adventure where you command a crew, explore the ocean’s depths, and build an empire. Conquer or strategize your way through perilous waters, facing storms and battles. The question remains: will you rise, or fall beneath the black flag?

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  57. #57 Supersize My Heart
    66% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2024
    Dev: Nummy! Brands
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    Welcome to Flavor City, Crew Member! Slip into some non-slips, cozy up to one of four deliciously dateable mascots and flame broil your way into their heart in the premier fast food mascot dating sim! Because in this crazy town, the most craveable item on the menu...is love.

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  58. #58 Thesis of Love 心动论证
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: ThunderBanana
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    During the endless summer in Chishima, you join a graduate program hoping to become worthy of your crush. Little do you know what awaits... In this otome dating sim, experience campus life with three lab members trapped in toxic relationships. Your choices may lead them to new paths.

    Why similar: Dating Sim 25.3%, Otome 24.6%, Romance 17%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Female Protagonist 9.9%

  59. #59 Genso Manège
    66% matchPositive86% of 29 reviews2025
    Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: PQube
    Windows

    Follow Emma as she fights to reawaken her magical powers in order to aid a unique cast of characters, all of whom are trapped inside a travelling amusement park. Having lost memories from youth, Emma must rediscover her past through love and friendship in this stunning dream-like fantasy otome.

    Why similar: Otome 23.2%, Dating Sim 21.3%, Romance 20%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Female Protagonist 10.8%

  60. #60 Animal Lover
    68% matchVery Positive86% of 160 reviews2017
    Dev: Trainwreck Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Evil forces have turned these five hunky beefcake time-displaced boys into animals! You've got to help cure them and maybe even fall in love! Mystery! Intrigue! Romance! No furries, despite the title! A dating sim by Wilson Taylor, Maia Gross and Travis Tohill.

    Why similar: Otome 28.2%, Romance 20.8%, Dating Sim 20.4%, Visual Novel 17.3%, Female Protagonist 13.5%

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