Games Like Best Friend Forever

Date your weapons! Romance swords, daggers, and polearms to level them up in this “shack-and-slash” dungeon crawling adventure.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 24.8%, Dating Sim 21.9%, Romance 16.2%, Choices Matter 11.2%, Funny 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines dating simulation with action-oriented bonding that mirrors the pet-care intimacy found in the seed game.

A twenty-dollar bill, four summers, fifteen years, and a one of a kind life. Create an experience that’s all your own in this near-fully customizable visual novel where you grow from childhood to adulthood with the lonely boy next door.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 24.7%, Dating Sim 19.9%, Romance 18.8%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Choices Matter 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A highly inclusive, choice-driven visual novel that captures the same heartfelt, cozy romance found in Rainbow Bay.

Arcade Spirits is a romantic visual novel that follows an alternative timeline where the 1983 video game crash never occurred. It's 20XX and you've just started a new job at the Funplex game arcade. Who will you meet along the way? Will you find the romance you're seeking?

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 20.2%, Dating Sim 18.6%, Romance 14.3%, Visual Novel 12.1%, Choices Matter 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, LGBTQ-inclusive visual novel that emphasizes building personal connections through dialogue and choices.

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 38%, Visual Novel 28.8%, Romance 15.9%, Story Rich 7%, Funny 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similarly absurd and humorous premise where you pursue romance while interacting with non-human companions.

Dream Daddy: A Dad Dating Simulator is a game where you play as a Dad and your goal is to meet and romance other hot Dads. Are you ready? Hi ready, I'm Dad.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 32.5%, Dating Sim 27.4%, Romance 13.3%, Visual Novel 9.4%, Choices Matter 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on inclusive, character-driven dating with a strong emphasis on humor and meaningful choices.

Kitty Powers’ Matchmaker is a hilarious dating simulator with a difference. Manage your own matchmaking agency with the guidance of your fabulous boss, drag queen diva Kitty Powers!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 25.3%, Dating Sim 23.5%, Romance 17.7%, Funny 10.3%, Choices Matter 6%

Why You'll Like It: A funny and lighthearted dating management sim that shares the same comedic spirit as the seed game.

Calico is a day-in-the-life community sim game where you are given an important and adorable task: rebuild the town’s cat café and fill it with cute and cuddly creatures! Build up your café by filling it with cute furniture, fun decorations, yummy pastries, and get it bustling with animals again!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 35.2%, Dogs 35.1% ★, Cute 15.4%, Simulation 4.9%, Casual 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy community sim that centers on interacting with cute animals and building a welcoming, magical environment.

You have 3 weeks to get a date for Monster Prom! Go through absurd and funny situations, raise your stats and seduce one of your classmates. Beautiful art, bold, unapologetic dialogue and hard choices make up this Multiplayer (1-4 players) Dating Sim. Be your worst self.

Why similar: Dating Sim 37.2%, LGBTQ+ 24.6%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Choices Matter 11.8%, Funny 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A hilarious, choice-heavy dating sim that captures the same witty and lighthearted tone as Best Friend Forever.

Become a cat! In this cozy life sim RPG, you'll lead your colony into the mysterious Wildwood. Hunt prey, harvest herbs, collect magical treasures, & defend your new home from intruders. Build a thriving town to recruit new cats. Get to know the residents, fall in love, & raise a litter of kittens!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 39.2%, Romance 31.7%, Cute 15%, Colorful 8%, Simulation 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Blends animal life simulation with social and romantic elements, allowing you to build relationships within a feline community.

Arcade Spirits: The New Challengers is the follow-up to 2019's Arcade Spirits, a visual novel of love and pixels, in which you seek friendship and romance while working in an arcade. Now the tables are turned, as you seek friendship and romance while PLAYING in an arcade!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 23.8%, Dating Sim 18.1%, Romance 15.9%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Choices Matter 9%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the inclusive, story-rich romance of its predecessor with a focus on personal growth and community.

Become a wholesome ghost matchmaker and grow relationships between the manor’s residents! Gift items to lift their spirits, set them up on dates, and watch love bloom! Discover cute romances with a unique story between every pair of residents! How will love blossom in your manor?

Why similar: Dating Sim 19.7%, LGBTQ+ 19.1%, Romance 14.6%, Visual Novel 12.7%, Dialogue Heavy 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, management-style dating sim where you play as a ghost helping residents find their perfect match.

Take fate into your own hands in Lakeburg Legacies, a social-based village management sim where love is your favourite resource. Play matchmaker to create the most effective, and most loved up, couples and help your kingdom thrive. How long will it take you to crown a sovereign?

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 23.5%, Dating Sim 23.3%, Romance 12%, Management 11.1%, Choices Matter 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A management sim that focuses on matchmaking and building relationships within a medieval village, featuring LGBTQ+ options.

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: Dialogue Heavy 27.2%, LGBTQ+ 24.6%, Visual Novel 20%, Choices Matter 12%, Story Rich 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, character-driven visual novel that focuses on listening to stories and building relationships in a relaxing atmosphere.

ValiDate is a romantic visual novel about 13 adults in Jercy City navigating new relationships and the harsh realities that come alongside them.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 24.1%, Dating Sim 20.4%, Romance 17.4%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Modern 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: An LGBTQ-focused dating sim that features a diverse cast and emphasizes the messy, realistic side of modern romance.

Solve pixel puzzles, date superheroes, and save the day! Dating sim meets puzzle game in this romantic comedy adventure.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 21.5%, Dating Sim 21.2%, Romance 15.8%, Visual Novel 13.5%, Funny 8%

Why You'll Like It: A unique blend of puzzle-solving and dating simulation that maintains a fun, quirky tone throughout.

A BL dating sim with elements of studio management and interactions with voice actors! Follow Aki, a newbie voice director who has to complete the recordings for several BL dramas, and interact with the charming voice actors. Come give voice to the language of love!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 27.7%, Dating Sim 23.7%, Romance 16.4%, Visual Novel 12.3%, Management 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A romance-focused visual novel that explores the world of voice acting with a strong emphasis on LGBTQ+ narratives.

To The Rescue! is a charming dog shelter simulator. Take care of unique dogs and find the right homes for as many of them as you can. Upgrade your shelter, control disease outbreaks, learn each dog's preferences, and make tough decisions, all while helping support real-world animal shelters!

Why similar: Dogs 55.5% ★, Choices Matter 12.1%, Management 11.3%, Cute 9.4%, 2D 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dog-focused management sim that captures the rewarding experience of caring for shelter animals.

In Animal Shelter, your main target is to make your four-legged friends happy. Pet them, hand out treats, play with toys - and they will pay you back with great trust. Get to know the animals well enough to find them the best home! Don't wait any longer, open your animal shelter now!

Why similar: Dogs 61.5% ★, Modern 10.4%, Cute 9.2%, Management 7.7%, Simulation 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a realistic and rewarding simulation of caring for dogs and cats, focusing on the bond between human and animal.

Get ready for a pawsome puppy adventure in Little Friends: Puppy Island! Discover exciting locations, dig up hidden treasures, build and expand your holiday resort, and meet plenty of lovable little friends to care for on your very own un-paw-gettable, tropical island adventure!

Why similar: Dogs 67.7% ★, Cute 11.4%, Colorful 7.8%, Indie 4.7%, Casual 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, dog-focused simulation game that emphasizes exploration and bonding with cute pets.

In LongStory you can be and date who you choose. Play as the gender of your choice and date the cutie you like best! LongStory is is based on real stories - things that have happened, if not to us, to people we know and love. We hope it is funny, sad, perplexing and wonderful… Just like life.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 29.3%, Dating Sim 21.9%, Romance 15.7%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Funny 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: An LGBTQ-friendly, casual dating sim that focuses on the trials and tribulations of high school romance.

Fight against & romance the one hunting for your soul in A Date with Death, a romance chat simulator where you date(?) the Grim Reaper himself. Create your own character, decorate your apartment, and chat away with the charming yet dangerous Grim Reaper through text and video calls.

Why similar: Dating Sim 32.7%, LGBTQ+ 24.5%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Romance 16%, Choices Matter 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A supernatural visual novel that balances dark themes with a surprisingly sweet and intimate romance.

Travel to the sleepy village of Caterwaul Way and rebuild your grandmother's cat cafe. Renovate your restaurant, befriend the local cats and townsfolk, forge lasting friendships, unravel catty mysteries, and build a home for dozens of unique felines!

Why similar: Management 31.8%, Cute 24.7%, Simulation 12%, Colorful 10.9%, 2D 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines management mechanics with the cozy appeal of caring for cats and building relationships with customers.

Run your own pet shop in Pet Shop Simulator! Find new homes for pets, thus fulfilling the dreams of your customers. Take care of the needs of animals by selling the right items and get involved in matters related to the pets' home life!

Why similar: Dogs 53.1% ★, Management 13%, Cute 12.2%, Funny 6.2%, Simulation 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A management-focused simulation that allows you to care for various animals in a cozy, family-friendly setting.

Melody has decided to become a healer in this classic-inspired turn-based RPG about love, anxiety, and fighting funny-looking monsters in dungeons.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 37.2%, Romance 18.8%, Funny 12.2%, Cute 10.8%, Story Rich 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, character-driven RPG that celebrates LGBTQ+ themes with a focus on friendship and romance.

Will you lead your marching band to victory as drum major? Explore band camp and attend rehearsal alongside an unforgettable cast of characters, where every choice matters. Find love or face tragedy in 7 routes with 35+ different endings in this colorful, musically-rich otome visual novel.

Why similar: Dating Sim 31%, Romance 21.7%, Visual Novel 18.4%, Choices Matter 16.4%, Story Rich 6%

Why You'll Like It: A choice-heavy dating sim that focuses on character growth and multiple endings in a high-school setting.

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: LGBTQ+ 24.5%, Romance 16.7%, Visual Novel 16.6%, Dating Sim 15.8%, Funny 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: An anime-style visual novel that features a female protagonist and a focus on LGBTQ+ romantic paths.

Date wizards, match gems, and level up in this match-3 visual novel with a lot of heart and a little spice. Form deep relationships with faeries, sirens and werewolves, each with their own endearing personalities and challenges. Make choices that affect your relationships, and their destinies.

Why similar: Dating Sim 18.1%, LGBTQ+ 14.7%, Romance 13.9%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Choices Matter 9.1%

Plenty of Fish in the Sea is a cozy narrative-driven dating sim where you engage in heartfelt conversations with charming salmon and take them on delightful underwater dates.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 22.8%, Dating Sim 21.2%, Romance 14.6%, Visual Novel 10.4%, Dialogue Heavy 10.3%

A cozy pet sim where you raise Ember, your magical fox-like companion. Bring her home, care for her, and venture into the Shimmershift together -- deepening your bond one adventure at a time.

Why similar: Dogs 76.2% ★, Cute 12.6%, Simulation 5.8%, Casual 3.4%, Singleplayer 2%

"Trivia About You" is a romance visual novel about furry characters sharing meaningful moments in Carol’s House. After moving into the shop, you become roommates with three charming furry characters. Through daily life, from spring to autumn, you slowly build deeper connections with them.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 35.1%, Dating Sim 22%, Visual Novel 17.2%, Romance 11.6%, Choices Matter 6.4%

"Curtain Call" is a visual novel about (literally) breaking through social masks by forming meaningful connections with incredibly deep personalities. Whether you’re looking to make new friends or something more, there’s a whole cast of characters just dying to meet you!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 19.3%, Dating Sim 18.1%, Romance 13.5%, Visual Novel 12.1%, Dialogue Heavy 10.6%

Play as Marcel and determine whether or not he has the skills to become Lord Sandor's heir and whether or not he forms a romantic attachment to one of four potential love interests: an ex-gladiator turned gardener, a perfectionist butler, the local doctor, or a mischievous elven Lord.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 26.1%, Dating Sim 18.8%, Romance 16.2%, Visual Novel 14.6%, Choices Matter 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed visual novel that offers a casual and inclusive approach to romantic storytelling.

Date Everything! is a sandbox dating simulator set in the comfort of your own home, featuring 100 fully voice acted datable characters! Let the romance flow between your bed, smoke alarm and… Overwhelming Sense of Existential Dread? Are you ready to Date Everything?

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 30.7%, Dating Sim 27.8%, Romance 16.9%, Visual Novel 8.9%, Cute 4.5%

Furry Shades of Gay is a game about love, queer relationships, hot gay sex and slapstick humor. Experience 6 new stories with an elaborate web of branching paths. Explore each one, win match-3 challenges, and get ready for 24 hot animated VOICED sex scenes!

Why similar: Dogs 24.3% ★, LGBTQ+ 23.7%, Dating Sim 14.3%, Romance 11.7%, Visual Novel 10.1%

A 3D pet simulation where you raise your own personal hive of mutating dogs, physically simulated all the way down to their guts! Wobbledogs is a casual and chill sandbox for players of all ages who want to care for their very own virtual pets in a surprising, unique, and stress-free environment.

Why similar: Dogs 63.8% ★, Cute 11.2%, Funny 11.1%, Colorful 5.3%, Simulation 4%

Put your love for pups to the test - we have a bunch of dogs that need their photos taken, doggone it! Photograph and catalogue the finest (and derpiest) dogs to build your career, upgrade your camera, and discover new canines. WOOF.

Why similar: Dogs 60.2% ★, Funny 12.9%, Cute 12.7%, Colorful 6.7%, Simulation 4.6%

You are responsible for the sensitive upbringing of your pet: You decide on the food, the composition of training courses, the grooming and decorating.

Why similar: Dogs 76.9% ★, Simulation 14.5%, Casual 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward pet simulation game that focuses on the daily care and interaction with dogs and cats.

Bingus: My Beloved is a visual novel and dating sim where you choose to pursue Bingus or Big Floppa while you attend Zabloing Academy. Join your favorite high school club, make friends, and prepare to enter the Floppaverse! 💕

Why similar: Dating Sim 20.9%, Romance 15.6%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Dialogue Heavy 13.5%, Choices Matter 11.6%

"Monster Prom 2: Monster Camp" brings you more of the world's best (and maybe only?) multiplayer dating sim; but in a way you've never expected!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 25.5%, Dating Sim 25.3%, Romance 13.8%, Visual Novel 13%, Funny 8.3%

Are you tired of fighting? Lovers of Aether is the game for you! This is a wholesome animal dating simulator set in the world of Rivals of Aether.

Why similar: Dating Sim 44%, Visual Novel 23.3%, Romance 6.9%, Cute 6.9%, Funny 4.9%

Embark on a road trip like no other in this co-op narrative survival adventure. Visit fun locations, meet wacky characters, and manage your resources wisely. And yes: you still can date some hot monsters ;)

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 23.1%, Dating Sim 20.4%, Visual Novel 14.4%, Romance 12.6%, Choices Matter 11.3%

"Sneaky Doggie" is a dress-up game. You play as a loyal dog, creating a wide range of outfit combinations. Choose your favorite outfits, complete quests, and become a great doggie! ૮ ・ﻌ・ა Woof!

Why similar: Dogs 61.7% ★, Visual Novel 13.3%, Cute 13.2%, Casual 4.1%, 2D 3.9%

Begin a unique life in a furry town!Play as a furry college student, immersing in the furry town's world and stories.A game day has morning, noon, and evening, letting you act freely anytime.Take evening walks with your crush!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 38.2%, Dating Sim 27.4%, Visual Novel 22.5%, Simulation 5%, Casual 3.5%

Journey through the Doggie Underworld in this heartwarming rhythm visual novel. Reunite with your lost Pup by connecting with other dog spirits, learning their stories, and lifting their moods through rhythm games full of charm and challenges!

Why similar: Dogs 49.2% ★, Visual Novel 15.9%, Cute 11.8%, Story Rich 8%, Colorful 6.6%

This is the story of your life. Experience the entire journey from toddler to adulthood. Go to schools, learn new things, meet new friends, and have wild adventures! Every choice you make will influence your future career, and decide who your romantic partner will be. Who will you become?

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 21.1%, Dating Sim 17.6%, Choices Matter 15.2%, Visual Novel 13.4%, Management 8.2%

Run a bodyguard agency and fall for five intriguing men through calls, texts, and dates in this open-world romance RPG. Set your own schedule in a pixel-art metropolis where every day brings new encounters!

Why similar: Dating Sim 26.9%, Romance 21.8%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Choices Matter 13.2%, Management 8.6%

"Charming Hearts" is a real-life interactive dating game. Players will meet, get to know, and fall in love with different types of beauty. Every choice will lead to a completely different chemical reaction with "her"; every entanglement, the sweet love is entangled and pulled.

Why similar: Dating Sim 22.3%, Romance 17.2%, Dialogue Heavy 16%, Visual Novel 14.6%, Choices Matter 9.9%

Collect over 100 stylish little pets on your desktop! They can freely move along the bottom of your screen, or live in the little houses you've carefully decorated for them. Hmm... or perhaps send them on adventures to earn treats?

Why similar: Cute 34%, Dogs 22.4% ★, 2D 10.8%, Simulation 10.6%, Casual 10.5%

DOG - click on dog. Give him a hat. Get him a toy. Such happy.

Why similar: Dogs 48.3% ★, Dating Sim 29.2%, Visual Novel 13%, Simulation 7%, Casual 1.4%

Dogs is a relaxing and fun game where you click on adorable dogs to increase your score. Featuring a variety of cute dog breeds, simple gameplay, and charming visuals, it's perfect for dog lovers and players of all ages.

Why similar: Visual Novel 31.5%, Choices Matter 19.5%, Funny 18.5%, Cute 16.7%, 2D 6.3%

Join the Crafting Club, where the glue is strong and the feelings stronger! Craft chaos, flirt fearlessly, and make some very bad romantic decisions! Find your project partner in this elimination-based Dating Sim!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 24.4%, Dating Sim 19.4%, Romance 14%, Visual Novel 12.2%, Funny 10.5%

Branching dialogue! Hard choices! A cemetery's worth of phantoms, wraiths, and poltergeists lookin' for love in all the blight places.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 20.3%, Dating Sim 18.9%, Dialogue Heavy 15.4%, Visual Novel 12.8%, Romance 11.1%

A slice-of-death visual novel about making friends, cracking cat puns, and waiting for eternity to pass.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 32.7%, Visual Novel 22.1%, Funny 12%, Cute 11.7%, Dialogue Heavy 9.1%

Anxiety Puppy is a 2D interactive narrative game that focuses on anxiety. In the game, anxiety is personified as a little puppy. Players will explore its story and try to coexist with it. Go find its traces and give it a hug.

Why similar: Visual Novel 30.1%, Dogs 29.8% ★, Cute 19.8%, Casual 6.1%, Indie 4.3%

A lost soul and his dog set out on an otherworldly trek through the afterlife in this wholesome, non-linear adventure game. Pass into the world beyond, perform acts of kindness for other souls, and mend mistakes from a forgotten past life - all with a very good boy by your side!

Why similar: Dogs 42% ★, Dialogue Heavy 19.4%, Choices Matter 11.9%, Funny 9.3%, Cute 8.6%

As a rookie musher, foster a dogsledding team whose skills will grow if they're treated right. Week by week, get to know your dogs' unique traits, and carve your story into the trails of the Mount St. Something region.

Why similar: Dogs 82.9% ★, Management 5.7%, Cute 4.4%, Simulation 3.4%, Indie 3.1%

A comfy yuri VN about the foxgirl Miho and her quest to find the person who's most important to her. This emotional visual novel features two different heroines to choose from, and a story that will make you both laugh and cry!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 25.9%, Dating Sim 17.1%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Romance 14.3%, Choices Matter 11.4%

You can play as a newcomer, start a new life, and date 12 uncles

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 45.1%, Visual Novel 26.3%, Cute 11.7%, Simulation 6.9%, Casual 5.1%

A “routine” earthquake drill locks you underground with Riley, a shy femboy graphic-designer. Cook, flirt, and gently unlock his guarded heart as the two of you plan what life might look like when the door finally opens.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 24.9%, Dating Sim 17.3%, Romance 15%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Choices Matter 7.5%

Tender is a narrative game that explores connection and rejection in the era of swipe culture. It’s a story told by and through the modern interface for finding love.

Why similar: Dating Sim 27.7%, LGBTQ+ 17.5%, Visual Novel 17.3%, Romance 10.9%, Cute 8.2%