- #1 Littlewitch Romanesque: Editio Regia
97% matchVery Positive80% of 130 reviews2015
Dev: LittlewitchPub: JAST
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
As Domino, you must mentor Aria and Kaya in their training to become witches, mastering the magical arts. Take them to the classroom to grow the skills required to master powerful spells. Send them on quests to test their progress and show them the dangers that exist in the world.
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.5%, Anime 21.8%, Simulation 12.5%, Casual 11.9%, Cute 11.5%
- #2 Battle Live! The Idol School Collection
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: solarProtagPub: solarprotag
Windows · Linux
Welcome to Pride Park! Experience six main stories and several bonus stories centered around the staff and students of this eclectic idol school in this episodic, slice-of-life visual novel!
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 19.8%, Visual Novel 19.6%, Casual 13.4%, Simulation 12.3%, Anime 9.3%
- #3 Guardian of the future
96% matchPositive82% of 38 reviews2021
Dev: Lotos Project
Windows · Mac · Linux
In this fantasy visual novel, you will play as Miyuri, the heiress of the great Bakuto clan of adherents to ancient martial arts. She has inherited a very important ability from her deceased mother: a mysterious power that would help save the world.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.5%, Interactive Fiction 17.1%, Otome 13.6% ★, Anime 12.5%, Drama 9.9%
- #4 Hello, Goodbye
95% matchVery Positive93% of 67 reviews2019
Dev: Lump of SugarPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
"Toubu Kaito" That is the fake name assumed by a young military officer from the United Provinces of Japan. He has been tasked with infiltrating Tenshudo Academy, located in Special District Morino, impersonating a transfer student. He is to cast aside his former identity, and 'become' Toubu Kaito.
Why similar: Visual Novel 46.1%, Simulation 19.7%, Casual 19.2%, Anime 11.8%, Story Rich 3.2%
- #5 Koko's Cafe
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: PluviiArt
Windows · Mac · Linux
Serve coffee and befriend customers as you learn their story in this coming-of-age visual novel.
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.5%, Interactive Fiction 13.7%, Conversation 12.1%, Anime 11%, Female Protagonist 8.1%
- #6 Loving You Fully
94% matchPositive90% of 42 reviews2021
Dev: Kristi Jimenez
Windows · Mac · Linux
A short, free visual novel about body positivity and learning to love yourself.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.2%, Anime 14.1%, Emotional 14%, Casual 11.1%, Simulation 10.5%
- #7 The Dagger of Hisei
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sword of Dew Studio
Windows
After the revolution, Kikoku is plunged into chaos. Takekosen joins the secret organization Hiseido, facing her final trial. She must abandon her name, wear the mask, and forge her path through fate. A fantasy visual novel set in an ancient Eastern world.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29%, Interactive Fiction 24.1%, Anime 11.8%, Emotional 9.9%, Drama 9.3%
- #8 Missing Stars
91% matchPositive96% of 47 reviews2023
Dev: Somnova Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Missing Stars is a visual novel that aims to depict mental disorders and the people who live with them in a realistic, but sensitive and respectful light.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.1%, Casual 14.6%, Anime 11.9%, Interactive Fiction 11.7%, Emotional 10.6%
- #9 His Chuunibyou Cannot Be Cured!
92% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2018
Dev: Tamaya KagiyaPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Jun Mizushima, is ordinary in every way, except for the fact that he’s the only son of a wealthy businessman and that dabbles in video game development in his spare time. He also has an ability to make everything he wishes a reality. Or, so he thinks.
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.7%, Casual 25.9%, Anime 23.5%, Cute 7.8%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #10 The Tiny World
91% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Remus
Windows
The Tiny World is a drama visual novel. A New Year's story about a long separation from home, family, friends, and tears freezing in the cold.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24%, Interactive Fiction 21.5%, Casual 14.6%, Drama 13.2%, Anime 10%
- #11 Sable's Grimoire
90% matchVery Positive96% of 145 reviews2018
Dev: Zetsubou
Windows · Mac · Linux
Sable's Grimoire is a visual novel featuring monster girls in a magic academy setting. Play as Sable, an aspiring magic researcher, as he get sucked into the daily lives and troubles of his demi-human classmates.
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.3%, Casual 22.3%, Anime 19.8%, Simulation 18.6%
- #12 雨声 Rainy Days
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 真冬工作室
Windows
Rainy Days is a short campus visual novel with 2+ original soundtracks, 10+ illustrations and a 30,000-word storyline. Play as the protagonist to encounter Yu, a mysterious girl, and start a sweet youthful campus rom-com. Make choices to alter the plot, unlock hidden stories.
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.8%, Casual 22.7%, Anime 17.7%, Drama 16.5%, Cute 9.4%
- #13 Destino Indomable
89% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: Megalixir GamesPub: JanduSoft
Windows
In Destino Indomable, you're the hot new actress tasked with playing the main character in a telenovela! This is a wild visual novel inspired by the craziest Latin soap operas, filled with humor, drama, romance, horses, handsome men, Spanglish and slaps!
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.3%, Interactive Fiction 13.7%, Anime 11.5%, Drama 10.3%, Emotional 8.5%
- #14 Re:Call
88% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Re:Start
Windows · Linux
Re:Call is a deeply emotional visual novel exploring the fragile nature of memory, the weight of forgotten promises, and the healing power of friendship. Set in a nostalgic Japanese high school, it follows Kaito Nakamura as he learns his ordinary life’s built on fragments of a past he can’t remember
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 27.4%, Visual Novel 25.2%, Casual 10.9%, Emotional 8.3%, Anime 8.2%
- #15 Welcome To... Chichester 2 - Part I : DayRise
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Triority Interactive Novels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Grendel Jinx, the megalomaniacal kleptomaniac has returned to Chichester, England for a secret mission. Can the protagonist stop her?
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.2%, Interactive Fiction 24.6%, Casual 14.2%, Anime 10.3%, Colorful 5.5%
- #16 Parallels: Year One
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Resquita Productions
Windows
Parallels: Year One is a visual novel that will take you on a journey through one relationship in five parallel worlds. Join Ron and Jessica on a journey to see each other from a new perspective.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 27.9%, Visual Novel 25.8%, Female Protagonist 10%, Casual 9.7%, Cute 7.1%
- #17 My Little Sister Callie
85% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Ryclaw Games
Windows
My Little Sister Callie is a visual novel about a brother helping his little sister to adapt to life outside of a refugee camp. How far will you go to bring her home?
Why similar: Visual Novel 28%, Emotional 21.2%, Casual 14.5%, Anime 14%, Simulation 12.7%
- #18 WTC : Recruitment Day
86% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: Triority Interactive Novels
Windows · Mac · Linux
After Grendel Jinx is mugged, she chases after the thief, determined to retrieve her possessions - and also recruit the person responsible
Why similar: Visual Novel 20.8%, Interactive Fiction 20.7%, Anime 8.6%, Female Protagonist 8.3%, Choices Matter 7%
- #19 Yuika My Bestie
84% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Feeling Potion
Windows · Mac
Experience a pastel-toned emotional journey in Yuika My Bestie, a short visual novel you can complete in under 15 minutes per playthrough. With 5 unique endings and heartfelt choices, it takes just 30–40 minutes to explore every path of this soft, late-night cry.
Why similar: Visual Novel 17.4%, Interactive Fiction 13.2%, Emotional 11.2%, Conversation 10.6%, Anime 7.9%
- #20 姬恋~缚羽的欠片 纯净中文版
84% matchPositive89% of 27 reviews2022
Dev: Chained-lily
Windows
本游戏是纯净中文版。
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.6%, Interactive Fiction 21.9%, Casual 20.5%, Anime 15%, Female Protagonist 13%
- #21 The Last Waltz
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DigitallyDownloaded.net
Windows
The Last Waltz is a full-scale visual novel about an incredible niche sport; the first visual novel to be based on Dancesport. Featuring Over 30 stunning CGs, a soundtrack of more than 35 pieces of authentic Dancesport music, and integrating real footage of professional dancers and competitions.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.5%, Anime 14.7%, Emotional 13.4%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Cute 7.6%
- #22 Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,622 reviews2023
Dev: Toge Productions
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Dust off your coffee machine and prepare your warmest smile to meet your customers again in the second episode of the much loved coffee brewing and heart-to-heart talking simulator; Coffee Talk Episode 2: Hibiscus & Butterfly.
Why similar: Visual Novel 18.7%, Interactive Fiction 18.1%, Conversation 13.2%, Emotional 8.2%, Drama 7.8%
- #23 Double Date Dilemma
81% matchPositive91% of 32 reviews2026
Dev: ANIMPub: Shiravune
Windows
In this visual novel with E-mote animated sprites by veteran studio ANIM, after trying and failing to have children, the Kajiuras decided to attend a relationship seminar to fix the problem. There they meet the Sonadas and as the sessions continue, their lives begin to entwine more and more...
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.8%, Anime 19.2%, Casual 17.7%, Drama 17.5%, Choices Matter 9%
- #24 Libra of the Vampire Princess
82% matchPositive86% of 43 reviews2017
Dev: onomatope*
Windows
Shuma Kusanagi is just an ordinary boy... Until he's abducted by a vampire ringleader, who reveals the secret of his birth: he has vampire blood coursing through his veins! Now with so many bizarre people showing up (a werewolf, aristocrat, vampire hunter, assassin) he's forced to decide his fate.
Why similar: Visual Novel 46.1%, Anime 18.7%, Casual 18%, Simulation 17.3%
- #25 Axiom Alternative II
82% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: Triority Interactive Novels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Sacking an employee from The Violet Hotel soon becomes unwanted news on Grendel's malicious web blog. Can the protagonist stop Grendel from causing further problems ?
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.5%, Interactive Fiction 20.1%, Casual 14.3%, Anime 9.2%, Simulation 8.9%
- #26 WTC : The Manchester Report
80% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Triority Interactive Novels
Windows · Mac · Linux
Manchester, New Hampshire's late-night chat show host Chuck Sterling interviews two people.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.6%, Interactive Fiction 24.2%, Casual 13.2%, Anime 10.3%, Drama 7.5%
- #27 Outdoor Adventures With Marisa Kirisame
79% 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 32%, Casual 19.9%, Anime 18%, Emotional 11.9%, Colorful 8.9%
- #28 Reborn a Zombie 2: Entwined Hearts
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Asminae
Windows
In this sequel of the LGBT visual novel Reborn a Zombie, Dawn, a trans girl turned zombie, now has to confront her past. However, the Demon King is approaching and his presence will change everything.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.7%, Casual 18.5%, Anime 15.7%, Emotional 12.2%, Colorful 8.3%
- #29 Caladria Chronicles Volume 2
79% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Starlight Visual
Windows · Mac · Linux
After the Otori twins, Tsubasa and Shou, end up getting kidnapped by some Nephrine forces, that’s when their plan is starting to surface. Things get even more intense as other Caladrians, like Nerisu’s group and the princess of Tamarin, Tokino Miyanohara, get involved.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.9%, Casual 18.5%, Anime 15.9%, Drama 12.8%, Colorful 8.4%
- #30 The Afterlife Cafe
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Guava Pixel Studios
Windows · Linux
Travel to the world of the dead, whose stories encourage reflection on life. Chat with spirits, brew drinks to suit your mood, and bond with the people who run the afterlife cafes. In this urban sci-fi fantasy visual novel, your choices impact the living, the departed, and your own path forward.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.5%, Interactive Fiction 19.3%, Conversation 13.7%, Anime 9%, Casual 8.5%
- #31 Hatsuyuki Sakura
76% matchVery Positive95% of 878 reviews2024
Dev: SAGA PLANETSPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 13.1 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
"Hatsuyuki Sakura" is one of the most popular works by SAGA PLANETS, a popular Japanese developer for visual novels. Experience Hatsuyuki Sakura for the first time in 1080p! This version includes the English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese versions.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.2%, Interactive Fiction 21.3%, Casual 14.4%, Anime 11.5%, Drama 9.3%
- #32 Tokyo Girls Chronicle
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: FUNAKI GAMES
Windows
A Fully Animated and Fully Voiced Light Novel Game! Set in Tokyo, a lonely android girl, Rin, meets Aoi and forms a deep friendship, gradually reclaiming her humanity. However, when Rin learns the secret of her origins, the story takes a dramatic turn.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 26.2%, Visual Novel 26.2%, Drama 19.4%, Anime 14.7%, Female Protagonist 12.8%
- #33 if you stay
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: YukimiSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Winter 1999. Kicked out of your house after being outed by your closest friend, you plan to leave your hometown. Your girlfriend, Mika, wants to see you one more time. Decide whether or not you'll stay together.
Why similar: Visual Novel 20.1%, Interactive Fiction 14.7%, Conversation 9.5%, Anime 9.4%, Drama 8.1%
- #34 Isle Echo~止夏,与君相伴的回忆
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 洄声制作组
Windows
《Isle Echo》 is a slice-of-life fantasy visual novel with multiple endings. Play as a college student on Hainan Island, meet several heroines with distinct personalities, and shape stories through your choices.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.1%, Emotional 19.3%, Drama 16.5%, Anime 15.9%, Casual 13.4%
- #35 Ame no Marginal -Rain Marginal-
76% matchVery Positive87% of 421 reviews2015
Dev: stage-nanaPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The latest visual novel by Tomo Kataoka, the author of Narcissu 1st & 2nd, has arrived! An empty world with endless rain and only one person. Here there is no hunger, sickness or even death. Just what story does this world's one occupant have?
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.3%, Anime 26.2%, Interactive Fiction 9.2%, Emotional 7.6%, Casual 5%
- #36 Hoshizora no Memoria -Eternal Heart- HD
75% matchVery Positive97% of 65 reviews2022
Dev: FavoritePub: Sekai Project
Windows
From the popularity of the main title Hoshizora no Memoria -Wish upon a shooting star- the much awaited fandisc is here!
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.4%, Interactive Fiction 24%, Casual 17.2%, Anime 11%, Emotional 9.5%
- #37 Love Flute
74% matchVery Positive87% of 308 reviews2021
Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
Windows
Play the piano, play the flute, and enjoy a ghost story as you use the profits from your street performances to buy new instruments and furniture! Let's shoot for fame and fortune!
Why similar: Visual Novel 33.7%, Casual 19%, Anime 17.3%, Drama 15.9%, Cute 9.4%
- #38 Rewrite+
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 669 reviews2021
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 60.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
In this city built upon the ideal coexistence of civilization and the environment, Tennouji Kotarou spends his days with his friends, Kanbe Kotori and Yoshino Haruhiko. In this peaceful city, a tumultuous event shakes the foundations of Kazamatsuri once a year.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.1%, Interactive Fiction 21.2%, Anime 14.7%, Drama 9.7%, Casual 9.2%
- #39 Spirit Whisperer Conversation With Akari
74% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Feeling Potion
Windows · Mac
Akari was a beloved streamer—until she died live on camera. Now, as a spirit, she’s still performing. You’ve been hired to speak with her, and uncover the truth behind the smile she never took off.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 21.6%, Visual Novel 21.3%, Casual 13.5%, Anime 10.1%, Conversation 7.8%
- #40 This Warm Place
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wundev
Windows
Be the person you needed. Brew tea, listen well, and guide branching stories in a narrative slice-of-life about showing up when it matters. No perfect answers. Only your choices and what they set in motion.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.7%, Interactive Fiction 16.1%, Emotional 14.3%, Conversation 11.5%, Drama 8.4%
- #41 Re:Curse
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Elseth GamesPub: Papertrail Studios
Windows · Mac
A time-travel mystery visual novel about found-family, connections, and hope in dark times.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23%, Interactive Fiction 19.7%, Emotional 11.3%, Drama 9.8%, Anime 8.8%
- #42 Fallstreak 2: Traum
71% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2025
Dev: Centicerise Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Humanity and the fae. This is a story of those who make kindling of their home to reach for the stars and the curses of those left behind.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.5%, Interactive Fiction 17%, Emotional 14.8%, Anime 13.5%, Casual 8.7%
- #43 Sugar Sweet Temptation
71% 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 33%, Anime 17.2%, Drama 14%, Emotional 11.7%, Casual 11.2%
- #44 Venus: Improbable Dream
73% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: Borealis
Windows · Mac
Born with a birth defect that he hates, Kakeru struggles with severe anxiety and depression. Guide his timid decisions as he takes a brave step into a new world - joining his school's music club, making unexpected and inspiring new connections, and daring to dream again.
Why similar: Visual Novel 18.7%, Interactive Fiction 15.6%, Emotional 11.4%, Drama 9.9%, Anime 8.9%
- #45 VTuber Manager
72% match6 user reviews17% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: EineLitschi
Windows
Embark on a management odyssey with 'VTuber Manager', a sim game where you build a virtual entertainment empire. Scout talents, customize avatars, produce content, and make strategic choices to lead your VTubers to stardom!
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.5%, Simulation 16.9%, Casual 15.6%, Anime 12.8%, Emotional 8.1%
- #46 Girls' Dorm -Managing an all-girls' dormitory- After
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AZARASHI SOFTWARE PLUS ONEPub: Shiravune
Windows
The story isn't over yet! This sequel to Girls' Dorm follows the daily lives of this troublesome trio at Sakuraba Girls' Academy.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 27.2%, Visual Novel 25.3%, Anime 14%, Conversation 9.4%, Casual 9.1%
- #47 The Spiritless Shaman
70% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2024
Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
Windows
Read through this visual novel that will soothe the loneliest of hearts.
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.6%, Casual 20.8%, Drama 16.5%, Anime 16%, Cute 10.2%
- #48 Ghost Girl Lasling (G-rated)
70% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: The Thinker CatPub: WeissGarden純白花園
Windows
This is the story of Lasling, a genius girl with excellent working abilities, who becomes a ghost after an accident. The only person in the world she is visible to is Mofft, the main male protagonist. Their meeting is as if a fateful encounter and love story begins.
Why similar: Visual Novel 20.8%, Interactive Fiction 20.5%, Drama 11.9%, Emotional 11.4%, Conversation 8.1%
- #49 Do I Know You?
69% matchPositive94% of 34 reviews2023
Dev: Edward Tan
Windows
Do I Know You? is a very short visual novel about a man visiting his mother with dementia.
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.9%, Emotional 19%, Anime 17.9%, Casual 13.3%, Simulation 12.7%
- #50 The Sound of Fireworks: The Haiku
69% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2022
Dev: thatdiesel
Windows
Follow the story of Amimi Imai, an 18 year old student who's recent move from home has left her succumbed to a new high school and new life. The Sound of Fireworks: The Haiku is a single path/ending visual novel about love, acceptance, and a good ol' awkward budding teenage friendship.
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.7%, Casual 15%, Anime 10.3%, Drama 10.1%, Female Protagonist 9.8%
- #51 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: Interactive Fiction 24.7%, Visual Novel 23.5%, Casual 17.2%, Anime 9.6%, Drama 9.3%
- #52 Lilja and Natsuka Painting Lies
68% matchVery Positive95% of 153 reviews2024
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
A yuri kinetic novel about overcoming the tribulations of the human heart, and a sapphic tale on the heartaches and reprieves of fathoming love. Asou Ei’s first title with Frontwing is presented with poignant visuals in Full HD, an evocative soundtrack, and voice acting by a star-studded cast.
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.2%, Anime 13.7%, Emotional 13%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Casual 9.9%
- #53 Last Stanza
70% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2018
Dev: InnocenceイノセンスPub: Sunnaware
Windows · Mac · Linux
Last Stanza is a slice of life, dramatic visual novel that deals with the consequences of a tragic event from different perspectives.
Why similar: Visual Novel 43.7%, Anime 21.5%, Drama 15.9%, Casual 15.4%, Story Rich 3.5%
- #54 My Little Sister Fiona
68% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: Ryclaw Games
Windows
My Little Sister Fiona is a short kinetic novel about a brother taking care of his reclusive little sister. How far will you go to make sure she feels safe and protected?
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.4%, Anime 22.3%, Emotional 13.9%, Simulation 13.4%, Casual 13.2%
- #55 Save Me, Sakuya-san!
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 908 reviews2021
Dev: Sigyaad Team
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
She's here to help! Let Sakuya Izayoi from the Touhou Project comfort you after encountering some hardships in this beautiful visual novel that aims to heal your troubles away!
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.5%, Anime 22.4%, Casual 14.3%, Emotional 9.4%, Cute 6.7%
- #56 The Warmth Between Us
69% matchVery Positive97% of 173 reviews2020
Dev: Connection
Windows
It is late December in Taipei. The pavement glows like silver under the winter rain. That's when we met for the first time. The warmth between us has a certain comfort that I’ve never felt before.
Why similar: Visual Novel 37%, Emotional 22.6%, Anime 19.2%, Casual 10.9%, Story Rich 6.3%
- #57 真愿交错
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: zhubei
Windows
高三的生活,对于学生来说是人生中最重要的时刻,刚刚踏入高三的主人公晨约,对未来感到了迷茫,对高考之后的志愿,以及今后的职业规划有着非常模糊的感觉。就在他迎接着为止的将来的时候,有一位许久不见的朋友闯入了他的生活中。
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.7%, Casual 20.5%, Interactive Fiction 17.1%, Drama 16.3%, Anime 15.7%
- #58 Across the Desk : Study Mate
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GardenRiver
Windows
Across the Desk : StudyMate is a cozy productivity sim where you work with a partner, Yeon-woo. Use a Pomodoro timer, To-Do list, and music player to boost efficiency. Follow her story via chat and enjoy mini-games for a perfect mental reset.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 23.7%, Visual Novel 23.1%, Casual 17.1%, Simulation 15.6%, Emotional 8.4%
- #59 Akizora Memories - Horizon of Fate -
65% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: GALEX SOFTPub: Tensei Games
Windows
A young adult SF visual novel combining school life with science fiction. The main characters live normal, peaceful lives, savoring their youth. But one day, an illness starts spreading through their school, and with it, a secret that could change the world…
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.8%, Interactive Fiction 17.9%, Anime 13.1%, Emotional 13.1%, Cute 8.1%
- #60 Spirit Whisperer Conversation With Kamiko
67% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Feeling Potion
Windows · Mac
She died, but no one ever asked her what really happened. Now she speaks—and you're the only one listening. What you say will decide whether she finally moves on… or disappears forever.
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.4%, Interactive Fiction 13.1%, Anime 11.4%, Conversation 11.2%, Emotional 10.9%