- #1 Yonder World: Interview with the Void
97% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2022
Dev: Fluttering Abyss
Windows · Mac · Linux
A psychological horror story, with a spiking sense of danger and gentle melancholy. An out of this world adventure, revolving around books, memories and mortality. Along the way, perhaps you shall pick up pieces of a long forgotten heart, or some unlikely companions that you never knew you needed.
Why similar: Romance 12.2%, Interactive Fiction 12%, Dating Sim 11.5%, Visual Novel 10.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.4%
- #2 Parasite in Love
96% matchVery Positive93% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: Night Asobu
Windows
Infected with the parasite commonly known as the “brain eating amoeba”, you have 10 days left before your death. One of the symptoms is hallucinations. And through that, “he” starts to talk and confesses his love to you. Can you convince the parasite to leave your body before it’s too late?
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 17.3%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.4%, Romance 11.2%, Psychological Horror 10.3%
- #3 CAFE 0 ~The Sleeping Beast~
96% matchVery Positive83% of 53 reviews2016
Dev: ROSEVERTE MYSTERYPub: ROSEVERTE
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A supernatural mystery visual novel. What kind of fate will the heroine face after she relives the last seven days before her death?
Why similar: Romance 15%, Interactive Fiction 14.5%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Psychological Horror 11%, Choices Matter 8.6%
- #4 Heartbeat House: Hong Kong
94% matchVery Positive98% of 194 reviews2026
Dev: Genuine Studio
Windows
Heartbeat House: Hong Kong is a dating reality visual novel. Live with eight participants in a shared villa and make romantic choices. Your decisions are remembered, and relationships will change. If the screen flickers or something feels off—please relax and keep dating. The show is still ongoing.
Why similar: Dating Sim 14.9%, Romance 14.5%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Interactive Fiction 11.8%, Psychological Horror 10.1%
- #5 Tales From The Under-Realm: After Midnight
95% matchPositive92% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: Winter Wolves
Windows · Linux
TFTU: After Midnight is a dark / gothic visual novel with multiple endings. Your choices matter and will determine who stays alive and who dies. Discovering the whole truth about the murders will require more than one playthrough.
Why similar: Dating Sim 15.8%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Choices Matter 10%, Interactive Fiction 9.9%
- #6 Shepherd's Eye
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio AdaminaPub: Jflyer Games
Windows · Mac
Everyone has secrets at Found Sheep Farm, but it’s so much easier to pretend no one does! Will you pull the wool over your eyes, or will your pursuit of the truth make you the black sheep in this thrilling horror visual novel?
Why similar: Dating Sim 14.7%, Visual Novel 13.5%, Interactive Fiction 13.2%, Psychological Horror 9.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9%
- #7 Enelia: Dawn of Madness
93% matchVery Positive95% of 129 reviews2024
Dev: Indra Studio
Windows
Immerse yourself in the enigmatic world of Nauris, where enchanting landscapes hide terrifying secrets: the strange behavior of elders, sinister rituals of priests, and the disappearance of citizens. Madness lurks everywhere – will you master it or become its victim? The choice is yours.
Why similar: Visual Novel 14%, Interactive Fiction 13.3%, Romance 10.8%, Dating Sim 9.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.8%
- #8 Nurse Me!
92% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Dharker Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Enjoy your time in a hospital with a sexy doctor, nurse and an idol roommate! An adult visual novel adventure with multiple endings.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 16.3%, Dating Sim 15.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.5%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Romance 11.2%
- #9 DEVIL'S LIMINAL
91% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Interlude
Windows
DEVIL'S LIMINAL is a branching slow-burn horror and yuri romance visual novel. In a life of poverty and violence, Margo Silva has one last summer in Arizona till college. Make choices to maintain a normal facade with friends, date an enigmatic new girl, and stop a demonic plot to take Margo's life.
Why similar: Romance 12%, Dating Sim 11.3%, Interactive Fiction 10.4%, Visual Novel 10%, Psychological Horror 8.9%
- #10 No Recollection
91% matchMixed67% of 30 reviews2024
Dev: Jake Platt
Windows · Mac · Linux
A mystery visual novel following a boy who awoke in a strange building, with no recollection of where he is, how he arrived, why he’s here, or how to leave. Discover the answers to these mysteries as you search for a way out. Meet a small but colorful cast in your journey, and escape together!
Why similar: Detective 17.7%, Interactive Fiction 14.8%, Visual Novel 14.6%, Psychological Horror 11.7%, Mystery 8.2%
- #11 Beneath The Cherry Blossom Tree
90% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Single Blossom Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dive into what lies below in “Beneath the Cherry Blossom Tree” an immersive visual novel where every choice carves a path through a tapestry of mystery, romance, and intrigue. Unravel a story that intertwines destiny, personality, and local folklore
Why similar: Romance 16.3%, Dating Sim 14.3%, Choices Matter 12.7%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Mystery 8.4%
- #12 Midnight Witch
89% matchVery Positive93% of 364 reviews2023
Dev: Crimson Moon Studio
Windows
Your average student life quickly descents into horror as a mysterious witch takes over the college... Can you save the girl you love? Or even make it out alive?
Why similar: Dating Sim 13.9%, Romance 13.4%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Psychological Horror 12.5%, Interactive Fiction 10.8%
- #13 Grow a Girlfriend
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: True Blue Basin
Windows · Mac · Linux
You accidentally grew a mushroom girl! Overcome your social anxiety to help her live her brief life to the fullest! Or don't.
Why similar: Romance 16.4%, Dating Sim 16.1%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Psychological Horror 13.8%, Choices Matter 8.7%
- #14 Fearbonding
87% matchVery Positive96% of 159 reviews2025
Dev: Night Asobu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fearbonding is a Yandere x Demon BL Horror Visual Novel. Play as Hinata, a demon, and try to tame the deranged Kosuke. Will you get to satisfy your hunger for fear through your new hunting dog or will you be the one to get devoured?
Why similar: Romance 15.1%, Psychological Horror 14%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Dating Sim 9.5%, Interactive Fiction 8.4%
- #15 Sunlight Scream
88% matchVery Positive84% of 81 reviews2023
Dev: Faithy Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The hero moves to a new city. However, along with him comes a masked killer who begins to kill his friends one by one... Make decisions to build your adventure. Can you stop him before it's too late?
Why similar: Detective 18.6%, Visual Novel 14.1%, Dating Sim 13.3%, Psychological Horror 11.4%, Romance 10.2%
- #16 Student Union
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Visual Novel Village
Windows · Mac · Linux
Your choices guide Lane through this dark drama and romance as shifting pressures form, strain, and shatter strong bonds. Found a student government, recruit members, and struggle to maintain them in the face of unexpected challenges and danger.
Why similar: Dating Sim 16.5%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Romance 13%, Interactive Fiction 12.3%, Choices Matter 10.5%
- #17 A Very Foolish Remaster of Beretta Mondatta
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Yoss IIIPub: Konol Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Help a psychopath find love in this stupid meme visual novel from 10+ years ago, which has finally gotten the remaster it deserves.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 16.3%, Romance 16%, Dating Sim 14.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14%, Visual Novel 13.9%
- #18 Witchlight Woods
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Delphin Casado
Windows
Blending fairy tale fright with psychological horror, this narrative game challenges you to survive a weird journey through the woods while being hunted by the witch you were tasked with imprisoning. Sometimes charming, sometimes frightening, she’ll force you to make hard choices.
Why similar: Visual Novel 18.8%, Psychological Horror 15.2%, Choices Matter 13.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.8%, Interactive Fiction 10%
- #19 Isle of Maligree
84% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Gilded Rune Games
Windows · Mac
Become an investigator in a dark fantasy story. People keep going missing in Maligree, before being forgotten by all who knew them. Will you solve the case before you forget?
Why similar: Detective 17.2%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Interactive Fiction 12.4%, Choices Matter 10.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10%
- #20 Costella Maid Cafe♡ : The 5 Love Recipe for you
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: RIVERBOY STUDIO
Windows
실존 코스튬 플레이어 5인이 직접 등장하는, 실사 비주얼 기반 연애 시뮬레이션. 옛날부터 알고 지내던 누나의 부탁으로 작은 메이드 카페 「코스텔라」의 임시 매니저가 된 당신. 라강, 아희, 보미, 아소, 린땅 — 다섯 명의 메이드와 함께하는 예상치 못한 일상 속에서, 다섯 가지 마음의 이야기가 시작됩니다.
Why similar: Romance 20.6%, Visual Novel 20.3%, Interactive Fiction 19.9%, Choices Matter 11.3%, Dating Sim 8.4%
- #21 Good Night, Every Night
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 7757
Windows
Guide the traumatized 'Woochan' as you navigate his destiny. He can either find happiness with the heroine or remain forever lost in the depths of his past.
Why similar: Dating Sim 15.4%, Visual Novel 13.5%, Interactive Fiction 13.3%, Romance 12.5%, Psychological Horror 12%
- #22 Print I Love U
81% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2026
Dev: UnknownPub: Claudio Moltedo
Windows
Upon buying a used computer online, I found a short romance game called “Print I Love You”. I played it once, and it’s lingered ever since. I don’t know who made it - only that it was dedicated to someone. Maybe you…
Why similar: Visual Novel 16.7%, Romance 16.6%, Psychological Horror 14.6%, Dating Sim 12.9%, Horror 8.9%
- #23 Lachesis or Atropos
82% matchVery Positive86% of 73 reviews2023
Dev: 4nokiPub: Quill Yuri
Windows · Mac · Linux
This world is woven of strings, of fate and of hate. What do you see, detective? A horror-mystery yuri visual novel peering into the maddening darkness of love and death.
Why similar: Detective 17.8%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Romance 11.2%, Choices Matter 9.6%, Interactive Fiction 8.4%
- #24 Blackthorn Witch
82% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: BDOneArt
Windows · Mac · Linux
A psychological horror story set in the town of Blackthorn; a place that lives in constant fear of a witch. The two main suspects? Levi’s mom and sister! His only lifelines to the outside world. Can they live a peaceful life? Or will they be dragged down by the dying town?
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 16.1%, Visual Novel 14.7%, Psychological Horror 13.2%, Choices Matter 10%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.8%
- #25 I drink Sorrel Coffee to reboot reality, but I'm being hunted by Monster Girls and armed agents
81% matchVery Positive86% of 282 reviews2025
Dev: ST SinovarPub: TopHouse Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
"I drink Sorrel Coffee to reboot reality, but I'm being hunted by Monster Girls and armed agents" is a branching visual novel where your choices truly matter...
Why similar: Detective 17.7%, Interactive Fiction 15.8%, Romance 15.4%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Choices Matter 7.4%
- #26 Kindred [SnowBound]
80% matchPositive100% of 28 reviews2025
Dev: Victoria RafaelianPub: Captain Edge Studios
Windows
In this dark romance, horror visual novel, a brutal attack on your village leaves you stranded and vulnerable. Making matters worse is your run-in with the beast of the nearby woods. Will you find a way to escape your demented captor, or will you earn his trust? Choose a side; Don't look back.
Why similar: Romance 16.9%, Interactive Fiction 15.9%, Psychological Horror 13.5%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Choices Matter 9%
- #27 Cabernet
77% matchVery Positive95% of 2,300 reviews2025
Dev: Party for IntrovertsPub: Akupara Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Cabernet is a 2D narrative RPG set in a 19th century Eastern European inspired world, with a modern twist. Guide Liza, a young vampire in her new unlife among the unsuspecting townsfolk. Will you retain your humanity or descend further into the horror you have become?
Why similar: Romance 11.3%, Dating Sim 10.6%, Visual Novel 9.7%, Choices Matter 9.6%, Interactive Fiction 9.3%
- #28 Отделение 38
77% matchVery Positive93% of 243 reviews2024
Dev: The Three Windmills
Windows
После неожиданной смерти студент Александр попадает в "Отделение 38", где бюрократия переплетается с мистикой. Раскройте тайны этого потустороннего мира и найдите ответы, которые изменят всё.
Why similar: Detective 16.7%, Romance 14.7%, Dating Sim 13.7%, Interactive Fiction 13.7%, Visual Novel 12.5%
- #29 Negligee: Opposites Attract
79% matchMixed60% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: Dharker Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Charlotte, has been dumped by her long term girlfriend Mikka. Fortunately her sexy friend Sophie insists on taking her out to try and cheer her up. But Sophie is quite a wildcat so who knows where such a date could lead in this yuri/lesbian themed visual novel with multiple routes and endings.
Why similar: Dating Sim 15.9%, Interactive Fiction 15.4%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Romance 13.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.2%
- #30 Drăculești
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Fine Feathered Fiends
Windows
A job gone wrong traps lawyer R. M. Renfield at Castle Dracula. Sacrifice—others, or your own humanity—to survive, or risk it all for love in this romantic horror visual novel. But Renfield isn’t the only one looking for a way out. Who, if anyone, can you trust?
Why similar: Romance 13.9%, Visual Novel 13.4%, Psychological Horror 11%, Dark Fantasy 9.1%, Dating Sim 8.7%
- #31 Death by Begonia
79% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Talia JettPub: Paper Moon Studios
Windows
Death by Begonia is a surreal LGBTQ+ Southern gothic murder mystery. Follow Riley's attempts to reconnect with old childhood friends in a town haunted by annual serial murders. Will you fall in love and unlock the mysteries hidden in your friends' hearts? Or will you die trying?
Why similar: Romance 13.7%, Interactive Fiction 12.5%, Visual Novel 11.6%, Psychological Horror 11.6%, Choices Matter 8.8%
- #32 After School .LIVE – Mirror of Twilight
76% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: CyberStep, Inc.
Windows
A visual novel starring the Vtubers from .LIVE production with a a mix of horror and school comedy. Work together with the club members to escape from the sealed school!
Why similar: Romance 16.6%, Dating Sim 15.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.4%, Visual Novel 14.1%, Psychological Horror 9.5%
- #33 Elisa: the Innkeeper
78% matchMixed70% of 164 reviews2017
Dev: Neoclassic Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Inspired by the Italian culture and taking place in a western Fantasy setting, our visual novel introduces the story of Elisa, a beautiful owner of an inn, struggling with the amorous proposal of honorable Knights, high born Princes and rich Merchants.
Why similar: Dating Sim 15.3%, Interactive Fiction 14.7%, Romance 14%, Visual Novel 13.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.3%
- #34 My Toes Story
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Osjey Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A dating visual novel where you play as a young salaryman trying to balance work and romance. Make choices that guide your relationships, meet unique waifus, and fulfill your hidden desires.
Why similar: Romance 19.1%, Visual Novel 17.8%, Dating Sim 15.2%, Interactive Fiction 10.9%, Hand-drawn 9.6%
- #35 Siren's Call: Second Wind
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ThePenSword
Windows
A wedding where one of the guests arrives dead. A strange black hole eclipsing the Florida sun. And your best friend? Gone. Is all this a butterfly dream or is reality breaking? Is their story romance or mystery? Your choices will determine the genre of his soul. Welcome to the town of Siren's Call.
Why similar: Psychological Horror 13.3%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Romance 11.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.4%, Interactive Fiction 8.7%
- #36 Rose Academy
73% matchVery Positive94% of 66 reviews2026
Dev: KK Studio
Windows · Mac
A detective visual novel inspired by Danganronpa and Everlasting Summer. You play as a young agent sent to an elite girls’ academy to investigate a suspicious death. Interrogate suspects, gather clues, and build romantic relationships — truth or temptation?
Why similar: Detective 19.1%, Romance 16.5%, Dating Sim 15.1%, Visual Novel 14.7%, Interactive Fiction 11%
- #37 Nusantara: Bermuda
75% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: SweetChiel
Windows · Mac · Linux
An otome game with intricate dark fantasy/fairytales. Can you solve the mysteries and find love?
Why similar: Dating Sim 18.6%, Visual Novel 16%, Interactive Fiction 13.1%, Romance 10%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.6%
- #38 Demonheart: The Cursed Trial
73% matchVery Positive91% of 133 reviews2025
Dev: Rolling Crown
Windows · Mac
You are a girl with a demonic heart, trapped with a group of suspicious individuals. A demonspawn arrives, setting off a chain of mysterious murders. Can you trust any of your fellow captives and find love in the chaos? Or will you fight for your life alone?
Why similar: Detective 12.5%, Dating Sim 11.8%, Romance 11.8%, Visual Novel 10.1%, Interactive Fiction 10.1%
- #39 Streams Upon Memories : Dawn of the Fractured Mind
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kashi Maadsen
Windows · Mac · Linux
Awaken in a world plunged into uncertainty. You must navigate hidden truths and make crucial choices. Will you uncover the secrets of your existence? Your path will determine your fate in this journey.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.6%, Psychological Horror 16.5%, Interactive Fiction 16.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.7%, Choices Matter 11%
- #40 Abyssal Frontier
74% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: WondercatStudios
Windows
You just wanted to finish your cargo run. The universe had other plans, Abyssal Frontier is a choice-driven cosmic horror visual novel with light RPG elements, time loop mechanics, and dating sim suggestions.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 16.5%, Dating Sim 14.5%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Psychological Horror 13.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.4%
- #41 Memory Girl +
72% matchVery Positive97% of 71 reviews2025
Dev: cream△Pub: Champloo Games
Windows
A tragic love story following Memori and her search for the missing "him."
Why similar: Visual Novel 17.4%, Romance 15.4%, Psychological Horror 14%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11%, Choices Matter 9.4%
- #42 Vacation Terminal
71% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2026
Dev: GelppyPub: GelppyDev
Windows
Vacation Terminal is a short 2D Psychological thriller, horror and survival based visual novel with evading based puzzle elements. Following the story of two strangers.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 18.7%, Visual Novel 15.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.6%, 1990's 8.7%, Psychological Horror 7.9%
- #43 You Weren't Invited
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: hi im cj
Windows · Mac · Linux
Investigate a murder. Romance five woman. But trust carefully: one of them is the killer.
Why similar: Dating Sim 18.6%, Visual Novel 17.2%, Romance 13.3%, Interactive Fiction 10.5%, Detective 10.4%
- #44 Outbreak The Fedora Files: What Lydia Knows - Known Factors
70% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Dead Drop Studios LLC
Windows
Join Lydia as she takes her fight to expose the corruption in Cypress Ridge to City Hall in the second part of the visual novel series What Lydia Knows.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 16.6%, Dating Sim 15.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.2%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Detective 11.9%
- #45 Elisa: Seduce the Innkeeper
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 194 reviews2017
Dev: Neoclassic Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The player doesn't impersonate a simple man, but a powerful, rich and famous nobleman who seems to be able to obtain whatever he wishes for. But will this be enough this time?
Why similar: Dating Sim 16.5%, Interactive Fiction 15.7%, Romance 14.8%, Visual Novel 14.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.9%
- #46 Welcome, Dear Human
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kiki CanPub: Ronkad
Windows · Mac · Linux
A monster dating sim where your choices determine if they are kind or terrifying. Can you understand all the horrors?
Why similar: Dating Sim 14.3%, Psychological Horror 11.9%, Visual Novel 11.5%, Interactive Fiction 11%, Romance 9.9%
- #47 Playback Trauma®: In Sickness
70% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: Undying Joy
Windows · Mac
You have just woken up from a coma and need to reach the Jersey Shore immediately. You have no car, no cash, and no pants. Take an ordinary hitchhike across New Jersey on an extraordinary night, all so you can tell your crush that you like her
Why similar: Romance 14.7%, Interactive Fiction 14.3%, Psychological Horror 14.3%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.7%
- #48 Missing Time
71% matchPositive80% of 25 reviews2020
Dev: Fluttering Abyss
Windows
An inheritance uproots you back to your hometown. Surrounded by mysteries and temptations, which path will you choose? A horror dating visual novel by Fluttering Abyss.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.4%, Dating Sim 18.6%, Romance 14.9%, Choices Matter 10.9%, Horror 10.3%
- #49 SCP: Doki Doki Anomaly
70% matchVery Positive92% of 93 reviews2021
Dev: Flightyfelon Games Inc.
Windows
SCP-8008-1 IS A HORROR DATING SIM WHERE THE BEST YOU CAN HOPE FOR IS SURVIVAL. SMOOCH SCP-173, SCP-682 AND EVEN SCP-096. DO NOT RUN THIS SOFTWARE WITHOUT CLASS-4 AUTHORIZATION.
Why similar: Dating Sim 18.7%, Romance 16.8%, Psychological Horror 16.4%, Visual Novel 12.7%, Choices Matter 9.1%
- #50 For Mother Matron
69% matchVery Positive92% of 171 reviews2022
Dev: Velvetique GamesPub: Neoclassic Games
Windows · Mac
A story about a girl named Lizzy living in a miserable world and her journey to its darkest depths. A free atmospheric horror visual novel where you navigate life-or-death situations. SEEK PARADISE OR DIE TRYING
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 16.7%, Visual Novel 16%, Psychological Horror 15.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.9%, Choices Matter 10.1%
- #51 KEPT
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Silk Dagger
Windows
You wake into a perfect life you don't remember choosing — warm, loving, and sealed shut. She knows everything about you. The one door has never opened. KEPT is a short psychological romance-horror visual novel with six endings, gated by how much of the truth you can bear to know.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.2%, Romance 19%, Psychological Horror 16.8%, Horror 10.2%, Dark 6.3%
- #52 Love and Fear
68% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Mango x2
Windows · Mac
Visual novel with a detective plot. Summer break is a time of adventure and love! However, Hikari does not yet know that the maniac has already gone hunting!
Why similar: Detective 16.3%, Visual Novel 15.4%, Psychological Horror 14.7%, Dating Sim 13.5%, Choices Matter 11.5%
- #53 Love, Money, Rock'n'Roll
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 7,152 reviews2022
Dev: Soviet Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 38.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Love, Money, Rock'n'Roll: the romanticism of the Eighties, mystery and intrigues, betrayal and sacrifice, hatred and passion — all this and more in the new game from the creators of the legendary visual novel Everlasting Summer!
Why similar: Detective 14.3%, Romance 13.9%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Dating Sim 11.6%, Interactive Fiction 10.8%
- #54 Madness within
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Indra
Windows
Delve into the heart of darkness with Enelia, a chilling horror visual novel set in an Avatar-inspired biopunk realm. It's a dramatic story about adventure, love and fate.
Why similar: Visual Novel 14%, Psychological Horror 13%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.9%, Dating Sim 10.5%, Interactive Fiction 9.9%
- #55 Particles of Reality: Remembrance
67% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Arewar Games
Windows · Mac
Congrats! You've landed a dream job as a paranormal scientist with the government! Downside? Outside contact is limited and monitored. You learn it is 'who' (not 'what') you are researching, and... you're the reason these supernatural beings are here? Ignore the lurking Guardians of Reality...
Why similar: Dating Sim 14.4%, Visual Novel 13%, Psychological Horror 10.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.8%, Choices Matter 10.3%
- #56 Occultus: Daughter of Darkness
66% matchPositive95% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: BCG
Windows
Occultus: Daughter of Darkness is a noir-inspired visual novel detective story with supernatural elements.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 17.6%, Detective 16.6%, Visual Novel 15.5%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Romance 11.8%
- #57 Holy Shift
66% matchPositive81% of 43 reviews2024
Dev: Kitten Purradise Studios
Windows
This game is a psychological test in which you will face dilemmas that reveal your personality. At the end of it, you will know your psychotype.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 14.6%, Detective 13.4%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Psychological Horror 11.6%, Choices Matter 9.5%
- #58 One Night Liar
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 白野あーるPub: 346lab Localization
Windows
【一夜限りの騙し合いADV】 殺された女性のふりをして豪華客船での同窓会に潜入して"嘘"を武器に事件を解決する。
Why similar: Romance 17.4%, Detective 15.5%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.4%, Female Protagonist 8.9%
- #59 Shadow of Paris
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Aris Script
Windows
Paris’s life changes when she encounters a charming stranger who seems to be watching her. This choice-driven psychological visual novel delivers a tense, intimate story focused on curiosity, trust, and crossing dangerous boundaries.
Why similar: Dating Sim 13.2%, Interactive Fiction 12.7%, Visual Novel 11.6%, Romance 11.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11%