- #1 Otaku's Adventure
97% matchVery Positive95% of 8,860 reviews2019
Dev: Spacelight Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
"Otaku's Adventure" is a different kind of AVG.The story tells of an Otaku who has been single for many years and thirst for love. While he inadvertently embarks on a fantastic journey, he eventually wins girls' love. The game combines storytelling with alternative TAKAGISM, and mini-games.
Why similar: Funny 35.4%, Visual Novel 24.9%, Anime 18.7%, Adventure 9.5%, Story Rich 7%
Why You'll Like It: Like the seed game, this title features a humorous and quirky approach to the dating-sim genre with multiple branching paths.
- #2 Hookah Haze
96% matchVery Positive93% of 1,294 reviews2024
Dev: ACQUIRE Corp.Pub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
It's the year 2xxx. The inexperienced Toru Sumiki lands a job managing Hookah Haze, a new hookah lounge on the outskirts of Akihabara, where they meet three eccentric girls. The story unfolds as the girls gradually open up to them, connecting through their fondness for hookah...
Why similar: Visual Novel 36.8%, Anime 30%, Funny 16.8%, Adventure 16.4%
Why You'll Like It: This modern visual novel offers a similar blend of casual dating-sim mechanics and character-driven comedy.
- #3 Lucy -The Eternity She Wished For-
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 8,175 reviews2016
Dev: Modern Visual Arts Laboratory
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 38.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
If there was a robot that could laugh, cry and smile. ...Does it have a soul?
Why similar: Visual Novel 47%, Anime 34.5%, Story Rich 9.9%, Casual 3.3%, Adventure 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: This short, emotional sci-fi visual novel shares the same heartfelt, character-focused storytelling found in Bagel Love Story.
- #4 Making*Lovers
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 652 reviews2020
Dev: SmeePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 38.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Making*Lovers A story about the way love can bloom after dating begins. The focus in Making*Lovers is on the things that come after a relationship's beginning. With "start dating, then fall in love" as the concept, you will work towards the moment when love truly blooms.
Why similar: Visual Novel 42%, Anime 28.4%, Casual 23%, Story Rich 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: This game delivers a light-hearted, funny, and high-quality romance experience that fans of the genre will appreciate.
- #5 Hatoful Boyfriend
94% 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: Visual Novel 40.2%, Anime 32.9%, Funny 10.3%, Story Rich 9.6%, Casual 4%
Why You'll Like It: It matches the quirky, unconventional premise of the seed game while maintaining a strong comedic tone.
- #6 Kakenuke★Forward to Our Sparking Youth!
94% matchVery Positive95% of 464 reviews2024
Dev: SAGA PLANETSPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 61.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
What does "youth" mean to you? Is it a time in your life meant for having fun? For devoting yourself to a cause? For Yuu Tono, it's meant earning money and studying to build a brighter future for him and his family. But maybe the new (or maybe old?) friend who's come into his life will change that.
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.8%, Funny 23.4%, Anime 19.2%, Story Rich 10.3%, Casual 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a funny, cute, and romance-heavy experience that aligns well with the seed game's vibe.
- #7 Puff Love Story
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 602 reviews2025
Dev: 橘子班Pub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
轻松愉快的短篇恋爱AVG！男主角阿逅是个烘焙师傅，他刚经历事业爱情的双重打击一蹶不振。就在此时，一位爱吃泡芙的女孩出现在他的面前，这段吃泡芙、做泡芙的恋爱故事就此开始！
Why similar: Anime 28.2%, Visual Novel 25.5%, Funny 20%, Adventure 15%, Story Rich 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title shares the same indie visual novel DNA and focus on light-hearted romance.
- #8 Katawa Shoujo
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 5,256 reviews2024
Dev: Four Leaf Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 42.7%, Anime 30.8%, Story Rich 12.6%, Casual 11.1%, Singleplayer 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: A classic, heartfelt romance visual novel that explores personal challenges and relationships with sincerity.
- #9 Femboy Love story
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 979 reviews2025
Dev: 磷光工作室
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Date your cute femboy roommate! You are Li Fei, on your very first day of university, you bump into a peerless beauty at the stadium. Later, back in your dorm, you find out that this peerless beauty is actually your roommate…and he is a boy, a fluffy little femboy!
Why similar: Visual Novel 27%, Anime 23.8%, Funny 21.7%, Story Rich 9.8%, Casual 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: It mirrors the niche, character-focused romance themes found in the seed game.
- #10 Coffee Talk
90% matchVery Positive95% of 12,156 reviews2020
Dev: Toge Productions
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 40.7%, Anime 25.1%, Story Rich 14.5%, Casual 12.9%, Indie 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a relaxing, story-rich experience centered on character interactions and light-hearted dialogue.
- #11 Everlasting Summer
89% matchVery Positive95% of 77,204 reviews2014
Dev: Soviet Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 57.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Visual novel loved by many – Everlasting Summer – now on Steam!
Why similar: Visual Novel 45.5%, Anime 31.2%, Story Rich 13.9%, Adventure 4.5%, Singleplayer 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential indie visual novel that captures the same anime-style aesthetic and narrative depth.
- #12 Purrfect Date - Visual Novel/Dating Simulator
91% matchMixed60% of 470 reviews2017
Dev: Bae TeamPub: Bossa Studios
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 38%
As Cat Island’s newest arrival, it’s not long before you realise something’s seriously amiss, or should we say… amorous! A blend of mystery, intrigue and wickedly black humour, will you discover your Purrfect Date before it’s too late? Remember, curiosity killed the cat...
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.1%, Funny 18.4%, Casual 17.6%, Adventure 14.4%, Story Rich 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a similarly humorous and unique take on the dating-sim format.
- #13 Sucker for Love: First Date
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,933 reviews2022
Dev: AkabakaPub: DreadXP
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Put the 'love' in 'Lovecraftian horror'! Perform terrifying rituals to win the affections of eldritch horrors and smooch 'em... at any cost!
Why similar: Anime 41%, Visual Novel 38.5%, Story Rich 17.1%, Singleplayer 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game leans into the funny, unconventional side of dating sims with a unique and memorable premise.
- #14 Senren＊Banka
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 35,519 reviews2020
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 16.8 hrsMean: 160.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Senren＊Banka is a Japanese-style visual novel produced by Yuzusoft, a Japanese developer of romance VNs. This game commemorated Yuzusoft's 10th anniversary. It won numerous awards on the year of its release in Japan for its art, music, and characters.
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.8%, Anime 29.3%, Casual 10.1%, Adventure 7.9%, Story Rich 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: This is a high-quality romance visual novel that excels in its anime art style and character development.
- #15 Lilycle Rainbow Stage!!!
88% matchVery Positive92% of 167 reviews2019
Dev: ParticlePub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 243.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
In this yuri visual novel featuring an all-star cast, you follow one main love triangle as they navigate their budding romance and the pursuit of their goals, unlocking new, heartwarming events to view from the perspectives of each cute girl in six other precious couples as well.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29%, Anime 25.8%, Funny 22.7%, Casual 7.1%, Adventure 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game features a charming anime aesthetic and a focus on romantic relationships.
- #16 食用系少女 Food Girls
86% matchVery Positive95% of 452 reviews2019
Dev: SimonCreative
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
"If we don’t pass the upcoming evaluation in 3 months, the snack street will be sold off?!"A production of Simon Creative and Storia, Taiwanese cuisine personification visual novel!
Why similar: Visual Novel 27%, Anime 25.6%, Funny 20.6%, Casual 12.3%, Story Rich 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A casual, cute, and indie-focused visual novel that shares the light-hearted tone of the seed game.
- #17 If My Heart Had Wings
86% matchVery Positive92% of 4,609 reviews2014
Dev: MoeNovel
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 46.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
An animated visual novel of a lovely and bittersweet tale of youth, you play as Aoi Minase in this romantic-comedy as he meets various young girls in his hometown and works together with them to revive their school’s glider-flying “Soaring Club” in order to realize their shared dream of flight.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.4%, Funny 24.3%, Anime 22.5%, Casual 10%, Story Rich 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A light-hearted and charming romance story that fits perfectly with the tone of the seed game.
- #18 The Picture of Café au lait
85% matchVery Positive92% of 78 reviews2023
Dev: AstralSeal
Windows
The picture of café au lait is a visual novel game that makes the players feel immersed in story and character. They will experience the story in the game through the first-person perspective of the main character in the story named "Takagi".
Why similar: Visual Novel 33.5%, Anime 24.4%, Casual 16.3%, Adventure 15.6%, Story Rich 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a casual and romantic visual novel experience with a cozy atmosphere.
- #19 Summer Pockets
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 4,789 reviews2020
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 137.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
From the creators of Angel Beats! and CLANNAD, Key, comes their latest emotional, award-winning journey. Follow protagonist Takahara Hairi as he travels to the secluded island Torishirojima, where he rediscovers what it means to enjoy summer vacation.
Why similar: Visual Novel 38.2%, Anime 21.5%, Adventure 16.4%, Casual 15.9%, Story Rich 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: An emotional and beautifully written visual novel that captures the essence of summer romance.
- #20 Your Smile Beyond Twilight:黄昏下的月台上
84% matchVery Positive94% of 599 reviews2017
Dev: Lingtan Studio
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 33.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A story about forced smiles, coming to terms with the past, and love—but most of all, redemption.
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.1%, Anime 30.3%, Adventure 20.9%, Indie 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A charming indie visual novel that emphasizes romance and anime-style storytelling.
- #21 NEKOPARA Vol. 1
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 27,205 reviews2014
Dev: NEKO WORKsPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 159.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
What's NEKOPARA? Why, it's a cat paradise! Kashou Minaduki, the son of a long line of Japanese confection makers moved out to open his own shop "La Soleil" as a patisserie.
Why similar: Anime 46.6%, Visual Novel 35.5%, Funny 6.1%, Story Rich 5.3%, Casual 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: A very popular, cute, and casual anime-style visual novel that focuses on light-hearted romance.
- #22 Dream Ending
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,196 reviews2019
Dev: #workshopPub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 30.3%, Casual 22%, Anime 20.9%, Adventure 19.9%, Indie 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: An indie visual novel that focuses on romance and casual adventure elements.
- #23 Layover Lovers
81% matchVery Positive92% of 86 reviews2023
Dev: Moonlit Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
A terminal love story
Why similar: Visual Novel 33.9%, Anime 29.1%, Casual 22.9%, Story Rich 9.6%, Indie 2.4%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a story-rich and casual romance experience that is easy to pick up.
- #24 Cross Maid
81% matchVery Positive94% of 243 reviews2021
Dev: 双叶小组
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 56%
互相认错性别的两人，机缘巧合之下开始同居生活 产生羁绊到互相依恋再到自我怀疑，温馨欢乐的短片小故事
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.4%, Adventure 23%, Anime 21.2%, Casual 21%, Indie 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: It combines dating-sim elements with a funny, light-hearted premise similar to the seed game.
- #25 WORLD END ECONOMiCA episode.01
82% matchVery Positive84% of 715 reviews2014
Dev: Spicy TailsPub: Sekai Project
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 60.8%, Anime 34%, Indie 2.3%, Story Rich 2.2%, Singleplayer 0.6%
Why You'll Like It: This indie visual novel features a compelling sci-fi setting and strong character-driven narrative.
- #26 9-nine-:NewEpisode
79% matchVery Positive94% of 713 reviews2022
Dev: PALETTEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 184.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Enjoy short after stories for the heroines of the 9-nine- series in 9-nine-:NewEpisode!
Why similar: Visual Novel 42%, Anime 28.7%, Casual 22.5%, Story Rich 5.7%, Singleplayer 1.1%
Why You'll Like It: A casual dating-sim that features high-quality anime art and engaging character interactions.
- #27 我的高冷女友 MY COLD GIRLFRIEND
77% matchVery Positive84% of 274 reviews2025
Dev: SuiKa SoftPub: LoveStoryProject
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
What's It Like to Have a Girlfriend with a Hidden Side? 💙A romantic comedy visual novel set in a modern campus, where a dare leads to an unexpected relationship with a cold beauty—and a sweet, chaotic cohabitation begins.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.8%, Anime 23%, Funny 21.2%, Adventure 11%, Casual 9.4%
- #28 Loca-Love My Cute Roommate
80% matchVery Positive93% of 121 reviews2018
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Aoi Ichitaro has had a crush on his cute coworker, Kojika Hiwa, for quite some time. When he's presented with the opportunity to move in with her, all his wildest dreams may finally be coming true...!
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.4%, Anime 27.2%, Funny 15.3%, Adventure 10.7%, Casual 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A cute and romance-focused visual novel that fits the casual anime aesthetic perfectly.
- #29 Love's Sweet Garnish
78% matchVery Positive93% of 772 reviews2018
Dev: Canvas+GardenPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 88.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Amidst the falling cherry blossoms, Asaki wishes to revitalize his grandmother's beloved cafe. With the appearance of Rira and Richer, two girls who wish to work at the cafe, this is the start of a bittersweet story that will intertwine them all.
Why similar: Visual Novel 46.2%, Anime 40.2%, Casual 10.4%, Indie 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides a casual and cute romance experience with a strong anime visual style.
- #30 NEKOKORO
79% matchVery Positive87% of 88 reviews2018
Dev: Mikołaj Spychał
Windows · Mac · Linux
Meet cute and fluffy catgirl sisters from space in this lighthearted romance Visual Novel intertwined with comedy, a bit of drama, science-fiction and fantasy!
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.1%, Anime 23.2%, Funny 21%, Story Rich 9.6%, Casual 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A story-rich, cute, and romantic visual novel that captures a similar emotional tone.
- #31 Love Ribbon
78% matchVery Positive91% of 1,898 reviews2017
Dev: Razzart Visual
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 72.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"Love Ribbon" is a yuri (girl x girl) visual novel about forbidden love between two sisters.
Why similar: Visual Novel 52.7%, Anime 36%, Casual 6.3%, Indie 2.6%, Story Rich 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: A cute and focused romance visual novel that provides a similar casual experience.
- #32 Yomegami: My Sweet Goddess
76% matchVery Positive93% of 58 reviews2025
Dev: ALcotPub: JAST
Windows
"Yomegami: My Sweet Goddess!" is a lighthearted visual novel set in a fantasy world, developed by ALcot. It tells a love story about a demon reincarnation with a goddess mother, a mob boss's daughter, a clumsy class president, and a naive dog-eared girl in their daily lives❤
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.5%, Anime 20.4%, Adventure 18.4%, Funny 16.7%, Casual 14.7%
- #33 Leaflet Love Story
77% matchVery Positive91% of 823 reviews2018
Dev: G+工程团Pub: PeriScope Game
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 121.4 hrs≥1hr: 61%
A normal male engineering student who used to be successful, is now languishing at the bottom in his English classes. A pretty girl who is said to be unapproachable, and is very proud of herself. How will the romance between the two of them develop?
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.9%, Casual 23.4%, Adventure 20.9%, Anime 16.4%, Indie 6.4%
- #34 Hoshizora no Memoria -Wish upon a Shooting Star- HD
76% matchVery Positive94% of 382 reviews2017
Dev: FavoritePub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A Japanese love adventure game, as you follow the story of Kogasaka You, his hometown and a promise he made.
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.3%, Anime 22.4%, Adventure 14%, Casual 13%, Story Rich 9.1%
- #35 纯爱独白：小小 Purelove Monologue: Xiaoxiao
74% matchVery Positive92% of 359 reviews2024
Dev: HollowingsPub: LoveStoryProject
Windows
宅男画师和美女程序员的甜美邂逅，不如一起做个独立游戏吧！等等，说好的纯爱呢，小三？黄毛？女装大佬？Σ(ﾟДﾟ)ｽｹﾞｪ!!
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.5%, Anime 32.4%, Casual 13.9%, Story Rich 9.1%, Indie 4.2%
- #36 Outdoor Adventures With Marisa Kirisame
75% 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 31.7%, Anime 28.8%, Casual 21%, Funny 17%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #37 Lingua Fleur: Lily
75% matchVery Positive97% of 229 reviews2019
Dev: Narrator
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
'Lingua Fleur: Lily' is focused on friendship, love, troubles, efforts, and confusions between girls. Made with illustrations, animations, and original music, this story tells of the protagonist Yuyi Wu's secret, one very different from an 'ordinary' girl. Told in a gentle and ordinary style.
Why similar: Visual Novel 38.7%, Anime 25.5%, Story Rich 11.4%, Adventure 9.9%, Casual 9.3%
- #38 泡沫冬景
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 4,476 reviews2020
Dev: KorakuPub: Nekoneko Soft
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 40.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
It is the year 1988. Japan is in the midst of the bubble economy. New buildings are sprouting up everywhere, and the people are ecstatic. This is a story of people who live for one year... in such a little corner of the city.
Why similar: Adventure 29.2%, Casual 25%, Visual Novel 23.7%, Anime 14.3%, Indie 7.8%
- #39 Summer Memory of Bell
73% matchVery Positive94% of 207 reviews2018
Dev: 忆夏之铃制作组
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
This is a Galgame about pure love which takes place in the summer, produced by Galgame Department of Jinan University's unnamed cartoon club in 2015 and re-optimized three years later.
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.3%, Anime 22.4%, Adventure 19.6%, Casual 19.5%, Indie 6.2%
- #40 Pantsu Hunter: Back to the 90s
74% matchVery Positive81% of 279 reviews2019
Dev: Golden Wave Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Share a heart-to-heart talk, watch a movie together, take a bath, remove a computer virus, help a girl in a tough spot and—if you're lucky—find the love of your life using the color and pattern of her panties. This game tells the story about a guy looking for love renovated in a nostalgic 80s and 90s anime style.
Why similar: Visual Novel 33.4%, Anime 30.1%, Casual 16%, Adventure 15.6%, Indie 4.9%
- #41 The Bright Star Of Seraph-Katis-
72% matchVery Positive87% of 61 reviews2024
Dev: STARxSTAR
Windows
《The Bright Star Of Seraph-Katis-》is a short text adventure game. This game combines a visual novel and an "adventure mode".
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.6%, Anime 26.5%, Adventure 19.4%, Casual 13.9%, Indie 4%
- #42 Bai Qu: Hundreds of Melodies
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 701 reviews2017
Dev: Magenta Factory
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A melody of life and death surrounding a sickly girl and her friends.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.6%, Anime 28.2%, Casual 15.3%, Story Rich 12.3%, Adventure 7.8%
- #43 Fox Hime Zero
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,917 reviews2018
Dev: AsicxArtPub: SakuraGame
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 44.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Yan, a student of natural history, encounters a cute and mysterious girl with fox ears while conducting routine scientific research at a remote observation cabin. This might be a "blessing" for the intrepid in the golden age of geographical discovery...
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.8%, Anime 37.1%, Casual 7.7%, Adventure 6.7%, Indie 3%
- #44 KANADE
70% matchVery Positive84% of 343 reviews2025
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
A visual novel about becoming lovers with Kanade—a half-human, half-alien girl. Enjoy a tender relationship with Kanade and witness how love blossoms into a song that saves the world.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.2%, Anime 31%, Adventure 15.3%, Casual 14.4%, Story Rich 4.5%
- #45 Marshmallow All the Way Home
69% matchVery Positive96% of 54 reviews2025
Dev: MarmaladePub: Shiravune
Windows
Find friendship, love, and pastries in the most unexpected places in this cute visual novel about baking a home.
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.7%, Funny 26.8%, Anime 18%, Story Rich 8.9%, Casual 8.9%
- #46 Tamayura Mirai
70% matchVery Positive94% of 200 reviews2023
Dev: AzuritePub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 43.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
There is a girl, searching for something she lost... Tamayura Mirai is a midsummer fantasy visual novel of humans, spirits, and sorcerers that's won several industry awards in Japan.
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.6%, Anime 28.9%, Casual 13.1%, Adventure 13%, Story Rich 10.9%
- #47 Adolescent Santa Claus
71% matchVery Positive85% of 1,317 reviews2018
Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 25%
This visual novel game tells the tale of a cute little Santa Clause appearing
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.1%, Anime 33.5%, Casual 11.6%, Adventure 7.5%, Indie 3%
- #48 Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 9,798 reviews2025
Dev: Nestopi Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 12.4 hrsMean: 47.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story" is a sound novel game where you work alongside Satone, a girl who loves writing stories. Customize lo-fi music, ambient sounds, and landscapes to create a focused environment. As you deepen your bond with Satone, you may discover a special connection with her.
Why similar: Anime 34.1%, Visual Novel 33.2%, Casual 16.2%, Adventure 13.4%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #49 Without Within
71% matchVery Positive88% of 2,027 reviews2015
Dev: InvertMouse
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 19%
The (mis)adventures of Vinty, a nobody who thinks she's somebody!
Why similar: Anime 48.1%, Visual Novel 41.2%, Story Rich 6.1%, Indie 3.1%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #50 NEKO-MIMI SWEET HOUSEMATES Vol. 1
68% matchVery Positive95% of 349 reviews2022
Dev: Animal HerbPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 63.1 hrs≥1hr: 60%
What is one to do when face to face with a cat-eared, winged angel? Life will never be the same when the angel, Mint, moves in and becomes your new housemate. Follow Mint, a popular girl from the doujin circle "Animal Herb," as she stars in this brand new, heart-warmingly comedic game!
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.7%, Anime 28.5%, Casual 12.2%, Adventure 8.7%, Funny 6.6%
- #51 Raspberry Cube
67% matchVery Positive97% of 128 reviews2022
Dev: madosoftPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 41.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Azuma Satoru has sworn a life to do good on others with the lofty goal of one good deed a day. Upon his return to his hometown, things are going well as he helps the girls at his school but soon his life is about to get a little more chaotic...
Why similar: Visual Novel 36.6%, Anime 29.8%, Casual 18.6%, Adventure 13.4%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #52 Mashiroiro Symphony HD -Love is Pure White-
66% matchVery Positive86% of 333 reviews2024
Dev: PalettePub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 86.9 hrs≥1hr: 70%
A winter-themed romcom visual novel with four main heroines and one mysterious cat-like creature! In a town where tradition and modernity meet, protagonist Shingo Uryu's whole life changes when he begins attending the prestigious Yuihime Girls Private Academy...
Why similar: Visual Novel 36.1%, Anime 30.3%, Adventure 11.4%, Story Rich 11%, Casual 10.4%
- #53 Love Flute
67% 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 35.8%, Anime 29.8%, Casual 21.6%, Story Rich 8.6%, Indie 2.2%
- #54 Shanghai Summer
65% matchVery Positive91% of 444 reviews2024
Dev: FUTU StudioPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows
Shanghai Summer is an adventure game set in the millennium. Our protagonist, Baichuan, goes through a series of "anomalies" over the length of twelve days. In his pursuit of the truth, he found that his hopes and regrets from the past finally seem to converge. Will he be able to "fix" it for good?
Why similar: Visual Novel 36%, Anime 33.6%, Story Rich 14.7%, Adventure 13.2%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #55 Trap Legend
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 585 reviews2020
Dev: No StrikePub: Eroge Japan
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
In the beginning, Crossdressers were the sun... And Goddesses too! A story of turmoil filled romance between man and crossdresser in modern times, brought back to the forefront by the Goddesses of legend! A hymn of love for the new generation of crossdressers!
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.9%, Anime 22.9%, Adventure 14.3%, Casual 13.8%, Funny 12.1%
- #56 Kirakira Monstars
70% matchMixed56% of 330 reviews2021
Dev: Kirakira monstarsPub: eeproduct,Inc.
Windows
It's sure to bring a smile to everyone's face! In the big city of the human world, a group of monstrous girls go about their daily lives in a serious, anything-goes, slapstick frenzy!
Why similar: Visual Novel 28%, Adventure 17.5%, Anime 17.3%, Casual 17%, Funny 15.3%
- #57 UsoNatsu ~The Summer Romance Bloomed From A Lie~
65% matchVery Positive92% of 439 reviews2023
Dev: LYCORISPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 27.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
This is a story about finding love to overwrite the feelings for the one they held dearest. A girls love visual novel about summer, love and adolescence.
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.6%, Anime 32.3%, Casual 12%, Adventure 11.1%, Singleplayer 2%
- #58 日日夜夜
67% matchVery Positive91% of 328 reviews2020
Dev: PEARFLOWERPub: GameCreator
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
本游戏是一款通过点击画面推进游戏进程的AVG，某天傍晚，你走在回去的路上，突然从天而降的银发女性打乱了你平静的生活。心地善良的你决定救下这名无名女性。遥远的记忆开始苏醒，你不得不面临着选择。
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.5%, Anime 26.9%, Casual 14%, Adventure 12.9%, Story Rich 10.5%
- #59 Jake's Love Story
69% matchVery Positive81% of 146 reviews2017
Dev: Mikołaj Spychał
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Everyday life comedy, where your choices matter.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29%, Anime 26.9%, Funny 25%, Casual 7.8%, Adventure 7.4%
- #60 Karigurashi Ren'ai: Living on Borrowed Love
63% matchVery Positive98% of 91 reviews2026
Dev: ASa ProjectPub: Kagami Games
Windows
Welcome back to your childhood town! The Full HD Remaster of Karigurashi Ren’ai: Living on Borrowed Love perfectly preserves ASa Project's signature blend of comedy and heartwarming charm while offering a stunning new visual experience.
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.8%, Anime 25.8%, Adventure 12.2%, Funny 12%, Casual 11.1%
