- #1 Kakenuke★Forward to Our Sparking Youth!
97% 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: Romance 23.3%, Visual Novel 21.1%, Emotional 10.3%, Story Rich 9.1%, Anime 8.9%
- #2 Hatsuyuki Sakura
96% matchVery Positive95% of 878 reviews2024
Dev: SAGA PLANETSPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 13.1 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
"Hatsuyuki Sakura" is one of the most popular works by SAGA PLANETS, a popular Japanese developer for visual novels. Experience Hatsuyuki Sakura for the first time in 1080p! This version includes the English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese versions.
Why similar: Dating Sim 16.3%, Visual Novel 14.4%, Interactive Fiction 10.1%, Romance 8.5%, Drama 8.3%
- #3 Select Oblige
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 742 reviews2024
Dev: MadosoftPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 75.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 20.2%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Romance 8.8%, Drama 8%, Anime 7.1%
- #4 ATRI -My Dear Moments-
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 22,459 reviews2020
Dev: FrontwingPub: ANIPLEX.EXE
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 106.2 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 19.9%, Romance 16.3%, Dating Sim 14.7%, Anime 9.2%, Emotional 8.5%
- #5 Otome * Domain
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 865 reviews2022
Dev: PALETTE-QUALIAPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 128.5 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 24.9%, Comedy 17.5%, Emotional 16.9%, Cute 11.8%, Multiple Endings 8.8%
- #6 DRACU-RIOT!
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 867 reviews2026
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 19%, Visual Novel 16%, Drama 11.2%, Emotional 10.6%, Anime 10.5%
- #7 Amairo Chocolate 2
94% matchVery Positive99% of 336 reviews2023
Dev: Cabbage SoftPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 124.3 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 11%, Emotional 10.9%
- #8 Hello Lady! - Complete Edition
92% matchVery Positive86% of 416 reviews2022
Dev: AKATSUKI-WORKSPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 38.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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: Visual Novel 18.7%, Romance 18.5%, Drama 15%, Multiple Endings 9.8%, Story Rich 9.3%
- #9 Irotoridori No Sekai HD - The Colorful World
91% matchVery Positive97% of 257 reviews2024
Dev: FAVORITEPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 131.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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 20.1%, Emotional 16.4%, Visual Novel 15.9%, Multiple Endings 11.4%, Story Rich 7.7%
- #10 Tayutama 2-you're the only one-
91% matchVery Positive95% of 2,435 reviews2016
Dev: Lump of SugarPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 139.1 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 33.6%, Visual Novel 23.1%, Anime 21.9%, Cute 10%, Story Rich 4.9%
- #11 WHITE ALBUM: Memories like Falling Snow
89% matchVery Positive94% of 854 reviews2023
Dev: AQUAPLUSPub: DMM GAMES
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 36.9 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 18.3%, Romance 17.5%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Multiple Endings 9%, Anime 8%
- #12 The Princess, the Stray Cat, and Matters of the Heart
90% matchVery Positive91% of 365 reviews2019
Dev: TOKYOTOON
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 88.2 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 17.8%, Romance 17.2%, Visual Novel 12.8%, Drama 11%, Comedy 10.8%
- #13 Sugar Sweet Temptation
88% matchVery Positive98% of 182 reviews2023
Dev: RecettePub: Love Lab, Inc.
Windows
On the whimsical Night of the Fairies, Crow Yamada lands on the rooftop of a quaint patisserie known as Folkroll. Without any memories, he strives to help the cute employees by becoming the best baker around in this sugary sweet visual novel.
Why similar: Romance 20.5%, Visual Novel 20.4%, Drama 14.6%, Emotional 12.7%, Anime 12.5%
- #14 Your Diary +
89% matchVery Positive85% of 335 reviews2018
Dev: CubePub: Hyper'sthene
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 59.6 hrs≥1hr: 59%
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 19.1%, Dating Sim 18.9%, Visual Novel 17.1%, Anime 10.8%, Comedy 9.8%
- #15 My Klutzy Cupid
87% matchVery Positive89% of 66 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 19.7%, Comedy 12.8%, Emotional 10%, Multiple Endings 9.2%
- #16 ef - the first tale. (All Ages)
86% matchVery Positive96% of 189 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 286.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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 17.3%, Emotional 15.9%, Drama 15.2%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Multiple Endings 8.5%
- #17 Summer Pockets
85% 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 24.3%, Emotional 17.4%, Dating Sim 12.8%, Romance 11.1%, Anime 9.9%
- #18 Otome Riron to Sono Shuuhen -École de Paris-
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,388 reviews2023
Dev: NavelPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 14.0 hrsMean: 42.3 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 20.1%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Interactive Fiction 12%, Drama 9.6%, Multiple Endings 6.8%
- #19 Trinoline All Ages Version
86% matchVery Positive89% of 153 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 26.8 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 14.3%, Emotional 13.7%, Dating Sim 13.5%, Visual Novel 13%, Drama 13%
- #20 Memories Off Sousou ~Not always true~
84% matchMostly Positive73% of 114 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 25.7%, Visual Novel 15.4%, Interactive Fiction 12.9%, Emotional 8.7%, Drama 8.5%
- #21 My Girlfriend’s Special Place
84% matchVery Positive92% of 192 reviews2023
Dev: fengPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 23.1%, Visual Novel 21.8%, Drama 14.7%, Comedy 12.2%, Anime 12.2%
- #22 KamiYaba: Destiny on a Dicey Deadline
82% matchVery Positive92% of 377 reviews2022
Dev: HULOTTEPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 59.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
“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 23.7%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Multiple Endings 14.9%, Emotional 13.6%, Comedy 13%
- #23 Rewrite+
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 669 reviews2021
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 60.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
In this city built upon the ideal coexistence of civilization and the environment, Tennouji Kotarou spends his days with his friends, Kanbe Kotori and Yoshino Haruhiko. In this peaceful city, a tumultuous event shakes the foundations of Kazamatsuri once a year.
Why similar: Visual Novel 16.7%, Dating Sim 16%, Interactive Fiction 11.8%, Romance 10.8%, Anime 10.6%
- #24 AMANATSU ~Perfect Edition~
80% matchVery Positive95% of 384 reviews2024
Dev: AZARASHI SOFTWAREPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
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 14.8%, Dating Sim 14.7%, Emotional 12.8%, Comedy 11.1%
- #25 Yukikoi Melt
82% 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 20.8%, Visual Novel 18.3%, Anime 11.7%, Drama 11.1%, Comedy 9.5%
- #26 Summer Clover
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 8,466 reviews2024
Dev: ConnectionPub: Mango Party
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 12.3 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 22.6%, Visual Novel 20%, Drama 14.1%, Anime 10.8%, Interactive Fiction 10.6%
- #27 Clover Reset
79% matchVery Positive90% of 69 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 25.7%, Visual Novel 22.4%, Multiple Endings 14.8%, Romance 13.2%, Anime 9.9%
- #28 Amairo Chocolate 3
78% matchVery Positive100% of 86 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 20.7%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Interactive Fiction 11.8%, Emotional 10.6%, Anime 8.5%
- #29 Fureraba ~Friend to Lover~
81% matchVery Positive98% of 387 reviews2018
Dev: SmeePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 16.7 hrsMean: 66.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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 21.1%, Visual Novel 20.5%, Romance 17.9%, Anime 11.2%, Comedy 6.5%
- #30 DATE A LIVE: Ren Dystopia
77% matchVery Positive96% of 394 reviews2024
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 43.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 19.5%, Romance 17.5%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Drama 13.1%, Anime 9.2%
- #31 Fate/hollow ataraxia REMASTERED
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 913 reviews2025
Dev: TYPE-MOONPub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 53.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Relive the four days of destiny...
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.8%, Emotional 14.9%, Drama 14.8%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Anime 11.9%
- #32 Amairo Chocolate
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,010 reviews2020
Dev: Cabbage SoftPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 81.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 23.1%, Visual Novel 21.8%, Anime 14.7%, Cute 12.4%, Multiple Endings 10.7%
- #33 Hoshizora no Memoria -Wish upon a Shooting Star- HD
79% 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 41%, Anime 16.5%, Story Rich 12.7%, Cute 11.6%, Adventure 8.7%
- #34 Memories Off
76% matchVery Positive92% of 238 reviews2024
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 11.7 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: Dating Sim 22.9%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Drama 15.3%, Emotional 13.4%, Multiple Endings 9.7%
- #35 Futamata Ren'ai: Two Times the Trouble
74% matchVery Positive89% of 292 reviews2025
Dev: ASa ProjectPub: Kagura Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 28.7 hrs≥1hr: 62%
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 33.7%, Anime 27.3%, Cute 17.2%, Romance 12.9%, Singleplayer 3.4%
- #36 Cyanotype Daydream -The Girl Who Dreamed the World-
75% matchVery Positive88% of 761 reviews2022
Dev: Laplacian
Windows
Median: 17.0 hrsMean: 54.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 19.8%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Dating Sim 11.3%, Story Rich 10.4%
- #37 Raspberry Cube
74% 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 23.6%, Romance 22.4%, Anime 13.9%, Comedy 13.9%, Multiple Endings 11.3%
- #38 My Little Sister's Special Place
73% matchVery Positive95% of 132 reviews2023
Dev: fengPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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: Visual Novel 24.6%, Romance 24.3%, Drama 16.5%, Anime 13.6%, Comedy 13.4%
- #39 Momoiro Closet
76% 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 15.8%, Romance 14.8%, Emotional 12.2%, Anime 10.4%
- #40 Whispered Promises ~ 14 Days of Love with Anna
72% matchVery Positive93% of 164 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 20.8%, Romance 17.7%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Multiple Endings 12.2%, Drama 9.8%
- #41 Sickly Days and Summer Traces
69% matchVery Positive95% of 1,890 reviews2025
Dev: Sister PositionPub: HIKARI SPARK
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 23.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 24.9%, Anime 17.2%, Emotional 15.5%, Cute 11.4%, Dating Sim 10.1%
- #42 Tayutama: Kiss on my Deity
71% matchVery Positive95% of 85 reviews2025
Dev: kawaiinium
Windows
Armed with spirit powers unique to his lineage, Yuri teams up with Mashiro and three other heroines to explore whether humans and Tayutai can coexist peacefully. This romantic fantasy adventure tells a heartfelt tale of growth, connection, and the mysteries of love.
Why similar: Dating Sim 14.6%, Romance 14.1%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Drama 12.3%, Multiple Endings 11.4%
- #43 Memories Off -Innocent Fille-
73% matchVery Positive90% of 1,082 reviews2020
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 117.2 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 19.3%, Emotional 17.9%, Anime 12.3%
- #44 Seifuku Kanojo
72% matchVery Positive80% of 559 reviews2024
Dev: EntergramPub: HIKARI PULSE
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 36.8 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 19.1%, Interactive Fiction 12.3%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Emotional 8.1%, Drama 7.8%
- #45 PARQUET
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,374 reviews2021
Dev: YUZUSOFTSOURPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 91.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 23.9%, Visual Novel 21.5%, Anime 12.9%, Multiple Endings 9.3%, Story Rich 8.9%
- #46 Love, Elections, and Chocolate
70% matchVery Positive91% of 499 reviews2025
Dev: spritePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 57.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 22.1%, Visual Novel 18%, Emotional 14%, Multiple Endings 8.6%, Story Rich 8.2%
- #47 Bunny’s Rent-a-Mom Agency
70% matchVery Positive89% of 79 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 10.9%, Comedy 10.7%, Casual 9.9%
- #48 Da Capo 3 R
73% matchVery Positive97% of 150 reviews2017
Dev: CircusPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 156.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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 13.5%, Emotional 12.3%, Multiple Endings 10.9%
- #49 花奴令 Huanu Poems
70% matchVery Positive93% of 139 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 13%, Visual Novel 12.1%, Drama 11.8%, Multiple Endings 11.1%, Romance 10.4%
- #50 Katawa Shoujo
66% 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: Dating Sim 18.2%, Romance 17.5%, Visual Novel 15.5%, Emotional 13.5%, Multiple Endings 11.4%
- #51 Sisters: Last Day of Summer
69% matchVery Positive85% of 408 reviews2024
Dev: JellyfishPub: JAST
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A fully-animated visual novel about a boy who wakes up in an unknown house with two beautiful sisters, their mother, and an unspoken truth.
Why similar: Dating Sim 15.9%, Romance 15.7%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Drama 12.1%, Emotional 11.4%
- #52 Princess Evangile All Ages Version
71% matchVery Positive90% of 234 reviews2015
Dev: MOONSTONEPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 65.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
This romantic visual novel has you joining a financially struggling all-girls' private school as one student's example case for gender integration. The two of you try to prove that going co-ed could save the school, while the story explores themes of traditions, change, family, and relationships.
Why similar: Romance 15.8%, Dating Sim 12.6%, Visual Novel 10.5%, Emotional 8.6%, Multiple Endings 8.6%
- #53 Mashiroiro Symphony HD -Love is Pure White-
68% 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: Romance 20.2%, Visual Novel 15.3%, Emotional 13.8%, Comedy 12%, Anime 9.3%
- #54 NinNinDays2
69% matchVery Positive91% of 159 reviews2022
Dev: iMelPub: qureate
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 606.7 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 26.2%, Romance 17.8%, Anime 16.7%, Comedy 12.7%, Cute 10.2%
- #55 Memories Off 2nd
67% matchVery Positive92% of 218 reviews2024
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 16.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
*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 24.2%, Visual Novel 18.6%, Emotional 16.2%, Drama 12.9%, Multiple Endings 9.3%
- #56 Cross Princess
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 946 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 27.9%, Visual Novel 26.7%, Drama 10.2%, Casual 8.6%, Cute 8.3%
- #57 Re:Fragment ~Absolute Ambition~
66% matchVery Positive94% of 116 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%, Romance 18.8%, Multiple Endings 15.3%, Anime 10.9%, Cute 9.1%
- #58 Renai X Royale - Love's a Battle
68% matchVery Positive90% of 111 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 21%, Visual Novel 20.7%, Comedy 13.4%, Multiple Endings 8.5%, Anime 8.4%
- #59 Adabana Odd Tales
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,033 reviews2020
Dev: Liar-softPub: ANIPLEX.EXE
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 52.9 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 30.2%, Story Rich 16.4%, Adventure 15.7%, Casual 14.9%, Multiple Endings 13.9%
- #60 Café Stella and the Reaper's Butterflies
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 6,560 reviews2022
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 19.1 hrsMean: 175.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Takamine Kousei was living a carefree college life until, one day, he tragically died in an accident. But then, the bizarre happened: Takamine Kousei opened his eyes again. And what's more, when he woke up, it was the morning of the very day, he had died.
Why similar: Romance 25.5%, Visual Novel 23%, Multiple Endings 13.4%, Story Rich 9.1%, Anime 7.9%
