- #1 Kakenuke★Forward to Our Sparking Youth!
97% matchVery Positive95% of 471 reviews2024
Dev: SAGA PLANETSPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 67.5 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: Romance 23.2%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Emotional 10.1%, Story Rich 9.1%, Anime 9%
- #2 Hatsuyuki Sakura
96% matchVery Positive94% of 912 reviews2024
Dev: SAGA PLANETSPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 50.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
"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: Dating Sim 15.6%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Drama 12%, Interactive Fiction 9.7%, Romance 8.1%
- #3 Select Oblige
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 751 reviews2024
Dev: MadosoftPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 77.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Select Oblige is the latest title from the popular Japanese visual novel brand Madosoft. It features character design and artwork by renowned illustrator Hiyo Yuzuna, with the story crafted by Shoukei Wakaba. The main heroines are voiced by Hana Akino, Kanau, Ren Sagami, and Yuuka Nanakusa.
Why similar: Dating Sim 19.4%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Drama 11.6%, Romance 8.4%, Anime 6.9%
- #4 ATRI -My Dear Moments-
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 22,666 reviews2020
Dev: FrontwingPub: ANIPLEX.EXE
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 107.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"As the world sank, I found you." In the near future, a sudden and unexplained sea rise has left much of human civilization underwater. In a little town slowly being enveloped by the ocean, an unforgettable summer is about to begin for a boy and a mysterious robot girl...
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.2%, Romance 17.1%, Dating Sim 15.6%, Anime 9.8%, Emotional 8.9%
- #5 Otome * Domain
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 884 reviews2022
Dev: PALETTE-QUALIAPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 131.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
An inconveniently orphaned young man must attend an all-girls school just to survive in this comedy visual novel. His housemates took him in when he was in trouble, but now he doesn't know who's taking care of who...!
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.6%, Comedy 17.3%, Emotional 16.2%, Cute 11.7%, Multiple Endings 8.7%
- #6 Amairo Chocolate 2
94% matchVery Positive98% of 348 reviews2023
Dev: Cabbage SoftPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 151.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Yunagicho, a town lined with Western-style homes. The previous autumn was when Yuzuki came to this town and met the animal eared girls and started working with them at Cafe Setaria.
Why similar: Dating Sim 21.5%, Romance 18.1%, Visual Novel 16%, Multiple Endings 10.9%, Emotional 10.7%
- #7 Hello Lady! - Complete Edition
93% matchVery Positive86% of 419 reviews2022
Dev: AKATSUKI-WORKSPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 38.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
It's the Dawn of a New Age- The 21st century has brought about its own slew of problems for society at large. Asa result, the most promising youths from around the world have been gathered and enrolled in Amakawa Noble Academy.
Why similar: Drama 21%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Romance 17.1%, Multiple Endings 9.1%, Story Rich 8.6%
- #8 Tayutama 2-you're the only one-
92% matchVery Positive95% of 2,438 reviews2016
Dev: Lump of SugarPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 138.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Introduction In the mountain town far away the ashihara chou，a BRAND-NEW story about the coexistence of “humans”and “ tayutai“ is about to start. To be with you this is the only oath and my everything
Why similar: Dating Sim 33.5%, Visual Novel 23.1%, Anime 22%, Cute 9.9%, Story Rich 4.9%
- #9 Irotoridori No Sekai HD - The Colorful World
91% matchVery Positive97% of 260 reviews2024
Dev: FAVORITEPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 129.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%
When he was a child, Yuuma received a special power from the “translucent magician”, Shinku. Just by touching someone with his hand, he is able to cure all of their wounds in return for some of his memories.
Why similar: Romance 19.5%, Emotional 15.7%, Visual Novel 15.5%, Multiple Endings 11%, Drama 9.3%
- #10 WHITE ALBUM: Memories like Falling Snow
91% matchVery Positive94% of 872 reviews2023
Dev: AQUAPLUSPub: DMM GAMES
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 36.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%
The classic visual novel from AQUAPLUS that launched one of Japan's most beloved franchises, WHITE ALBUM is a story of love in many forms. Will a couple cling together, or drift apart on the cold wind? The album of their relationship will be as white as snow, and as poignant.
Why similar: Dating Sim 19.7%, Romance 18.8%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Multiple Endings 9.5%, Anime 8.7%
- #11 DRACU-RIOT!
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,077 reviews2026
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 10.7 hrsMean: 45.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Welcome to the Special Administrative Region "Aqua Eden", an artificial island off the coast of Japan where casinos and more are legal.
Why similar: Romance 21.3%, Visual Novel 18.2%, Anime 11.9%, Emotional 11.6%, Multiple Endings 11.2%
- #12 Your Diary +
90% matchVery Positive85% of 345 reviews2018
Dev: CubePub: Hyper'sthene
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 58.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Your Diary + is a visual novel game that explores the seven ways humans experience happiness in the stories of its seven heroines. What does it mean to be useful to someone? To be loved? To trust someone with your heart? Rediscover the importance of these everyday joys.
Why similar: Romance 18.3%, Dating Sim 18.3%, Visual Novel 16.4%, Anime 10.5%, Comedy 9.4%
- #13 Sugar Sweet Temptation
89% matchVery Positive98% of 188 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: Drama 20.8%, Visual Novel 19.1%, Romance 18.7%, Anime 11.8%, Emotional 11.5%
- #14 The Princess, the Stray Cat, and Matters of the Heart
89% matchVery Positive91% of 366 reviews2019
Dev: TOKYOTOON
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 88.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Once upon a time, after his mother passed away, a boy called Nora felt all alone in the world. He spent every day with his unique and kind hearted friends until one fateful day, he had a chance encounter with a princess from the Netherworld.
Why similar: Dating Sim 20%, Romance 19.3%, Visual Novel 14.4%, Comedy 12%, Multiple Endings 11.5%
- #15 My Klutzy Cupid
88% matchVery Positive90% of 68 reviews2023
Dev: HulottePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
In the midst of leading an ordinary life, I began to feel the urge to find myself a girlfriend. Yet somehow, I couldn't bring myself to take the first step. But one day... "What's this...?" A single notebook had fallen right in front of me. "Hey, you! Yes, you! Why aren't you picking it up?"
Why similar: Romance 20.6%, Visual Novel 19.8%, Comedy 12.8%, Emotional 9.9%, Multiple Endings 9.2%
- #16 My Girlfriend’s Special Place
86% matchVery Positive91% of 218 reviews2023
Dev: fengPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
One day, our hero is headed home from Akihabara when he's mistaken for a molester. The person accusing him is his childhood friend, Fuyuka Akiyoshi. "If you want me to forgive you, then become my butler!" Recently reunited, these two end up in an unusual relationship as their story begins again...
Why similar: Romance 21.1%, Visual Novel 20.5%, Drama 20.4%, Anime 11.5%, Comedy 11.2%
- #17 Otome Riron to Sono Shuuhen -École de Paris-
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,417 reviews2023
Dev: NavelPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 14.0 hrsMean: 43.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
《少女理论及其周边 -École de Paris-》是日本美少女游戏资深大厂Navel制作的超人气女装作品《近月少女的礼仪》的续作。讲述了前作主人公大藏游星为了陪同自己的妹妹里想奈前往巴黎留学而再次扮演小仓朝日成为女仆所展开的全新故事。本作曾在美少女游戏大赏荣获综合第3，剧本第1，作画第5等诸多奖项。
Why similar: Dating Sim 19.1%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Drama 13.8%, Interactive Fiction 11.3%, Multiple Endings 6.4%
- #18 Yukikoi Melt
86% matchVery Positive92% of 83 reviews2020
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
"Yukikoi Melt" is a visual novel about a young man's life in the Winter Country. Miharu, a winter hater, and the girls of the Winter Club find their lives intertwined when he moves to snowy Yubane. Can their warmth melt his heart?
Why similar: Romance 19.6%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Drama 15.9%, Anime 11.1%, Comedy 9%
- #19 Memories Off Sousou ~Not always true~
85% matchMostly Positive73% of 121 reviews2025
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
かけがえのない想いを見つけた、その先に――
Why similar: Dating Sim 24.6%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Drama 12.3%, Interactive Fiction 12.3%, Emotional 8.3%
- #20 Summer Clover
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 8,698 reviews2024
Dev: ConnectionPub: Mango Party
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Experience a summer like never before as you become a live-in housekeeper for three charming sisters (and your supportive supervisor).
Why similar: Dating Sim 23.4%, Visual Novel 20.5%, Anime 11.1%, Interactive Fiction 10.6%, Cartoony 7.5%
- #21 KamiYaba: Destiny on a Dicey Deadline
83% matchVery Positive92% of 384 reviews2022
Dev: HULOTTEPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 61.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
“If you don't tie the knot with the person of your dreams within the next year, you'll be in big trouble.” So forewarns Urara, the self-proclaimed Goddess of Matchmaking... kicking off a rowdy rom-com adventure!
Why similar: Dating Sim 23.9%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Multiple Endings 14.8%, Emotional 13.5%, Comedy 13%
- #22 ef - the first tale. (All Ages)
84% matchVery Positive95% of 191 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 279.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
What starts with a conversation between two long lost friends spills out into a captivating visual novel about four youths struggling to pursue their dreams and find their place in the world as love complicates everything.
Why similar: Romance 20.3%, Emotional 18.5%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Multiple Endings 10%, Anime 8.4%
- #23 Summer Pockets
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 4,831 reviews2020
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 138.1 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 24.5%, Emotional 17.1%, Dating Sim 12.8%, Romance 11%, Anime 10%
- #24 Fate/hollow ataraxia REMASTERED
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 980 reviews2025
Dev: TYPE-MOONPub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 62.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Relive the four days of destiny...
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.9%, Emotional 17%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Anime 14.1%, Cute 9.5%
- #25 My Little Sister's Special Place
80% matchVery Positive95% of 137 reviews2023
Dev: fengPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Our hero used to go to Akiba a lot when he was younger. It wasn't to have fun, but for his little sister's sake. One day, his younger sister is gifted a Christmas trip, and they spend time together as if they're a couple. This is the delightful and touching love story of these two siblings.
Why similar: Drama 22.9%, Visual Novel 22.8%, Romance 22.3%, Anime 12.6%, Comedy 12.3%
- #26 PARQUET
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,383 reviews2021
Dev: YUZUSOFTSOURPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 92.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
In the near future, a technology called Brain-Machine Interface connects the brain and machines. This technology brings about a new paradigm and opens the gates to the digitization of human memory itself. From these new discoveries, "he" is born.
Why similar: Romance 23.8%, Visual Novel 21.7%, Anime 13%, Multiple Endings 9.1%, Story Rich 8.9%
- #27 Fureraba ~Friend to Lover~
81% matchVery Positive98% of 392 reviews2018
Dev: SmeePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 16.9 hrsMean: 71.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Springtime. The season of the cherry blossoms, and a time of new beginnings, new encounters, and new people. For Aoba Kyousuke, this new season marks the start of his second year in high school, and also the year he resolved himself to finally fulfill his long-cherished dream: finding a girlfriend.
Why similar: Dating Sim 21.3%, Visual Novel 20.5%, Romance 17.8%, Anime 11.2%, Comedy 6.4%
- #28 Trinoline All Ages Version
81% matchVery Positive89% of 156 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 26.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
When tragedy sparks the advancement of science, a sentient android is created. Now, in this heart-wrenching, romantic, and beautiful visual novel, you will explore whether or not it's possible for man and machine to truly love each other.
Why similar: Romance 15.8%, Dating Sim 14.9%, Emotional 14.8%, Visual Novel 14.4%, Multiple Endings 10.1%
- #29 AMANATSU ~Perfect Edition~
78% matchVery Positive95% of 426 reviews2024
Dev: AZARASHI SOFTWAREPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 26.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Japanese coming-of-age VN from hit developer AZARASHI SOFTWARE. After moving to a sleepy seaside town, Haruto befriends three unforgettable heroines, each with unique traits—and a surprise confession. Navigate your own summer of love on this sugar-sweet journey of romance and discovery.
Why similar: Romance 18.6%, Visual Novel 14.9%, Dating Sim 14.8%, Emotional 12.6%, Comedy 11%
- #30 Amairo Chocolate 3
78% matchVery Positive100% of 93 reviews2025
Dev: Cabbage SoftPub: Sekai Project
Windows
It's been about one year since a young man came to Yunagicho. And in this town, he's met quite a few people. This is the story of his loving relationships with the wonderful women he has met. Let's do our best today, with both our familiar friends, and our new ones, too! ♪
Why similar: Dating Sim 20.8%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Interactive Fiction 11.8%, Emotional 10.5%, Anime 8.5%
- #31 Waning Flowers of a World Eternal - The Rainbow Appears After Flowering Rain
76% matchVery Positive98% of 282 reviews2025
Dev: SWEET&TEAPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Is one life worth the price of another? A bittersweet visual novel about life and death, trust and bonds, and promises made. Brought to you by popular Japanese bishojo game developer SWEET&TEA. Winner of the Moe Game Awards 2016's "New Brand Award"!
Why similar: Romance 20.1%, Emotional 19.3%, Visual Novel 18.4%, Anime 12.1%, Interactive Fiction 9%
- #32 Clover Reset
77% matchVery Positive89% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: vividX
Windows
"Hey, do you know the meaning of the four-leaf clover?" Set at "Shonan Saika Academy," a prestigious school in Shonan, Kanagawa Prefecture, this is a youthful story of girls wavering between friendship and love.
Why similar: Dating Sim 25.6%, Visual Novel 22.4%, Multiple Endings 15.1%, Romance 13.1%, Anime 10%
- #33 DATE A LIVE: Ren Dystopia
74% matchVery Positive96% of 408 reviews2024
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 42.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Play as Shido and unravel the secrets of the mysterious spirit Ren in the visual novel follow-up to DATE A LIVE: Rio Reincarnation, based on the acclaimed light novel and anime series.
Why similar: Dating Sim 20.8%, Romance 18.6%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Anime 9.8%, Interactive Fiction 7.3%
- #34 Amairo Chocolate
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,022 reviews2020
Dev: Cabbage SoftPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 87.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Autumn. With the leaves just starting to change color, a boy arrives at Yunagi Village. The first person he meets is a girl handing out flyers -- a cute, cat-eared waitress.
Why similar: Romance 23%, Visual Novel 21.8%, Anime 14.8%, Cute 12.3%, Multiple Endings 10.6%
- #35 Memories Off
75% matchVery Positive92% of 245 reviews2024
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 64%
*This game is only available in Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. 「メモリーズオフ」シリーズ1作目 1999年に登場した恋愛アドベンチャーゲーム「メモリーズオフ」をフルＨＤ移植。
Why similar: Drama 21.5%, Dating Sim 21.3%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Emotional 12.3%, Multiple Endings 9%
- #36 Hoshizora no Memoria -Wish upon a Shooting Star- HD
77% matchVery Positive93% of 388 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 41.1%, Anime 16.6%, Story Rich 12.6%, Cute 11.6%, Adventure 8.7%
- #37 Cyanotype Daydream -The Girl Who Dreamed the World-
75% matchVery Positive88% of 769 reviews2022
Dev: Laplacian
Windows
Median: 16.5 hrsMean: 53.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Kaito wakes to find himself in a strange room, with no memories, and a taciturn girl named Yonagi by his side. Upon learning of his role, he immerses himself into three wondrous dream worlds with her. When all three stories meet a bitter end, Kaito recovers his memories, and the true story unfolds.
Why similar: Romance 23.4%, Emotional 19.6%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Dating Sim 11.4%, Story Rich 10.4%
- #38 Futamata Ren'ai: Two Times the Trouble
73% matchVery Positive89% of 314 reviews2025
Dev: ASa ProjectPub: Kagura Games
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Koga Nao never knew his life would take a wild turn when a night out at a college drinking party would result in a messy relationship with Toiro Kirame. Now forced to date her, his life only gets more complicated when his longtime crush, Nobuta Yua, decides to confess to him!
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.2%, Anime 27%, Cute 16.8%, Romance 12.6%, Singleplayer 3.3%
- #39 Katawa Shoujo
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 5,524 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: Dating Sim 18.2%, Romance 17.6%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Emotional 13.1%, Multiple Endings 11.3%
- #40 Raspberry Cube
74% matchVery Positive96% of 135 reviews2022
Dev: madosoftPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 42.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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 23.7%, Romance 22.3%, Anime 14%, Comedy 13.8%, Multiple Endings 11.2%
- #41 Sickly Days and Summer Traces
70% matchVery Positive95% of 1,964 reviews2025
Dev: Sister PositionPub: HIKARI SPARK
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A devoted brother and his fragile sister share a quiet, dreamlike summer. As her gentle companion, speak with her, care for her, and gather the fleeting, precious fragments of a love that blooms softly in the stillness of everyday life.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.8%, Anime 17.2%, Emotional 15.2%, Cute 11.3%, Dating Sim 10.1%
- #42 Bunny’s Rent-a-Mom Agency
71% matchVery Positive90% of 94 reviews2026
Dev: Atelier KAGUYAPub: Shiravune
Windows
Left alone for the summer, motherless Ayato ends up with more “moms” than he ever dreamed! When Bunny’s sends doting older ladies in place of regular maids, his quiet break becomes a heartwarmingly chaotic season of head rubs, hugs—and a whole lot of healing.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.2%, Anime 15.9%, Adventure 11%, Comedy 10.6%, Casual 9.8%
- #43 Memories Off -Innocent Fille-
72% matchVery Positive90% of 1,086 reviews2020
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 116.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
「メモリーズオフ」シリーズ史上最もライトで最もシリアスな二面性のあるシナリオが、切なくて儚い、ただ一つの想いを選ぶ“二者択一の恋物語”(オルタナティブ・ラヴストーリー)へとプレイヤーを誘います。
Why similar: Dating Sim 29.1%, Adventure 20.9%, Visual Novel 19.4%, Emotional 17.6%, Anime 12.4%
- #44 Love, Elections, and Chocolate
70% matchVery Positive91% of 511 reviews2025
Dev: spritePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 65.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Love, Elections, and Chocolate is a romantic visual novel developed by the Japanese game studio Sprite. Upon its release in Japan, it garnered numerous awards for its exceptional art, captivating music, and well-crafted characters.
Why similar: Romance 21.5%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Emotional 13.1%, Drama 10.3%, Multiple Endings 8.1%
- #45 Renai X Royale - Love's a Battle
72% matchVery Positive90% of 115 reviews2022
Dev: ASa ProjectPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
I, transfer student Hanamaru Mari, love you, Komachi Hiro-kun! Please go out with me! Our protag, Komachi Hirotaka. Every day, he goes through the motions-- dodging his cunning underclassman's advances, accidentally hitting on the student council president, and chasing idols.
Why similar: Romance 20.2%, Visual Novel 20%, Comedy 12.8%, Drama 11.1%, Multiple Endings 8.1%
- #46 突然＊恋人
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 896 reviews2024
Dev: SMEEPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 29.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
《突然＊恋人》 全高清合集版收录了本系列本篇与两部后日谈内容。本系列是由日本知名美少女游戏品牌SMEE为纪念品牌成立十周年所制作的恋爱AVG作品。本作拥有特色的恋爱模拟系统，整体基调也保持了SMEE旗下作品一贯的高甜度。
Why similar: Drama 14.5%, Dating Sim 11.9%, Interactive Fiction 9.1%, Visual Novel 7.4%, Cartoony 7.1%
- #47 Da Capo 3 R
73% matchVery Positive97% of 153 reviews2017
Dev: CircusPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 154.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Da Capo 3 R is a visual novel set in a secret magic school hidden beneath the city of London. This slice-of-life story will blossom into a tale of love, romance, and friendship as the students overcome the magic trials that await.
Why similar: Dating Sim 18.7%, Romance 16.9%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Emotional 12.2%, Multiple Endings 10.9%
- #48 Momoiro Closet
73% matchVery Positive90% of 62 reviews2018
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Momoiro Closet is a visual novel exploring the unlikely romance of an average joe and the student council president. Experience the otaku mecca of Akihabara firsthand as you court your anime-obsessed cosplayer schoolmate, through either a tender love story or a passionate tale of lust.
Why similar: Dating Sim 16.8%, Visual Novel 15.9%, Romance 14.8%, Emotional 12%, Anime 10.4%
- #49 NinNinDays2
71% matchVery Positive91% of 162 reviews2022
Dev: iMelPub: qureate
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 625.6 hrs≥1hr: 67%
A life turned upside down after an encounter with two female ninja?! This romance adventure game is set in Akihabara, where you'll enjoy your new, slightly naughty roommate life with laughter, tears, and the friendship of two female ninja.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.1%, Romance 17.7%, Anime 16.8%, Comedy 12.6%, Cute 10.1%
- #50 Whispered Promises ~ 14 Days of Love with Anna
69% matchVery Positive93% of 167 reviews2024
Dev: OMNISPub: 072 Project
Windows
This is a SIM game in which you live with your childhood playmate who likes you the most. Enjoy your free time with Anna during the 14-day Spring Break!
Why similar: Dating Sim 23.1%, Romance 19.5%, Visual Novel 15.4%, Multiple Endings 13.5%, Cartoony 8.5%
- #51 Seifuku Kanojo
69% matchMostly Positive80% of 562 reviews2024
Dev: EntergramPub: HIKARI PULSE
Windows
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 36.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
《制服女友》是日本视觉小说游戏资深大厂ENTERGRAM制作的一款新时代恋爱模拟游戏。在本作中，玩家可以通过社交软件自由地与穿着制服的各位女主角发展关系，增进情谊。 而你，想与谁相伴，让她成为独属于你的「制服女友」呢？
Why similar: Dating Sim 18.3%, Interactive Fiction 11.8%, Visual Novel 11.4%, Drama 11.3%, Emotional 7.9%
- #52 Mashiroiro Symphony HD -Love is Pure White-
68% matchVery Positive86% of 345 reviews2024
Dev: PalettePub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 10.8 hrsMean: 93.7 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: Romance 20.2%, Visual Novel 15.4%, Emotional 13.6%, Comedy 12%, Anime 9.4%
- #53 Cross Princess
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 950 reviews2020
Dev: 双叶小组
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Single route visual novel. Belle is actually a boy, an accident lets him and a bright girl named Bambi begin to live together, a warm and healing friendship + love story.
Why similar: Dating Sim 26.4%, Visual Novel 25.4%, Drama 14.6%, Casual 8.1%, Cute 7.9%
- #54 CLANNAD
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 10,614 reviews2015
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 106.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
From the world renowned visual novel studio Key, the highly rated story of CLANNAD is now available on Steam! Improved visuals, achievement integration, and Dangopedia make this the best version of CLANNAD to date.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.5%, Romance 19.2%, Anime 12.6%, Dating Sim 11.7%, Story Rich 8.6%
- #55 Bokuten - Why I Became an Angel
70% matchVery Positive86% of 153 reviews2019
Dev: OVERDRIVEPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Bokuten is a dramatic, emotional visual novel where you must play cupid and decide if the relationships you witness are worth rekindling, or if letting them fall apart would result in greater happiness. The decisions you make will echo into the course of your own love life.
Why similar: Romance 17.5%, Emotional 15.4%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Dating Sim 14.6%, Multiple Endings 10.2%
- #56 Yoshiwara Higanbana
68% matchVery Positive91% of 469 reviews2021
Dev: MariaCrownPub: Beijing Happy Entertainment Technology
Windows
--Whether I end up after falling in love, in your arms or in a scarlet prison? It's up to you to make my vow of higanbana fall or wither-- Even if it's only for one night, I want to be held by you...
Why similar: Word Game 19.4%, Dating Sim 18.3%, Drama 11%, Interactive Fiction 9.9%, Visual Novel 9.8%
- #57 Memories Off 2nd
67% matchVery Positive92% of 227 reviews2024
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
*This game is only available in Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. 主人公「伊波健」は、私立の高校に通う高校３年生。 ずっと変わらないと、信じていた。 半年前から交際している同級生の「白河ほたる」との幸せな状況も、２人の関係も。 しかし、ある出来事を境に変化が訪れる。 些細な誤解。すれ違う心……。 小さな変化は、やがて取り返しのつかないところまで膨らんで……。 そんな最中、２人の間にある数え切れぬほどの想い出を振り切ってでも、一緒にいたいと思える女性が現れたとしたら……。
Why similar: Dating Sim 22.8%, Drama 18.3%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Emotional 15%, Multiple Endings 8.7%
- #58 花奴令 Huanu Poems
66% matchVery Positive93% of 140 reviews2025
Dev: FishfarmsPub: FISHFARMS
Windows
Huanu Poems is a multi-ending love adventure game. As a photographer, carrying the secret of being a bloodline inheritor of HuaNu Town, you will take lovely Peach to run a B&B, encounter gentle Cloudia. Your choices will affect the direction of the story.
Why similar: Dating Sim 14.8%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Multiple Endings 12.5%, Romance 11.8%, Emotional 10.8%
- #59 Adabana Odd Tales
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,043 reviews2020
Dev: Liar-softPub: ANIPLEX.EXE
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 52.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
"This is a tale of 'flowers' that never bloom." Shirohime, a girl who has lost her memory, and Kurofude, a mysterious boy, traverse through classic Japanese fairy tales within the land of Adabana, a realm of illustrated books. What awaits them after they mend the distorted tales?
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.3%, Story Rich 16.4%, Adventure 15.8%, Casual 14.9%, Multiple Endings 13.8%
- #60 Re:Fragment ~Absolute Ambition~
66% matchVery Positive94% of 119 reviews2025
Dev: AstralSeal
Windows · Mac · Linux
We all dream of a bright future ahead, but life doesn't always turn out how we expect. Yuuma, the protagonist, lives a peaceful life until the student council president proposes a new controversial policy that changes everything they once knew forever.
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.1%, Romance 18.8%, Multiple Endings 15.2%, Anime 11%, Cute 9.2%
