- #1 DATE A LIVE: Ren Dystopia
97% 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 20.3%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Anime 14%, Romance 12.5%, Sexual Content 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: As the direct sequel to the seed game, it continues the narrative and character dynamics fans expect.
- #2 The Fruit of Grisaia
96% matchVery Positive93% of 1,095 reviews2015
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 127.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
SIX FRUITS BARE THEIR FANGS AT THE WORLD. --The academy was their orchard. In this place of learning, protected by high walls from the outside world, there arrived a single young man who'd lost his purpose in life. He'd lost sight of what he wanted to protect.
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.7%, Anime 20.3%, Dating Sim 10.8%, Nudity 10.7%, Romance 10%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a high-production-value visual novel experience with deep character development and branching romantic paths.
- #3 Aokana - Four Rhythms Across the Blue
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 6,383 reviews2019
Dev: spritePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 136.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In a world where flying through the sky is as simple as riding a bicycle, the sport "Flying Circus" is all the rage. Following the discovery of anti-gravitons, special shoes that allow an individual to fly, Anti-Graviton Shoes, took the world by storm.
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.6%, Anime 24%, Dating Sim 19.1%, Romance 14.6%, Mature 6%
Why You'll Like It: It features a polished anime aesthetic and a compelling mix of sports-themed competition and romance.
- #4 Sabbat of the Witch
95% matchVery Positive93% of 2,370 reviews2018
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 295.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Hoshina Shuuji has a secret: He has a mysterious power that allows him to perceive the emotions of others. However, he is soon to find out that he is not the only one who has something he doesn't want others to find out about as Ayachi Nene, a classmate, likewise has a secret.
Why similar: Visual Novel 36.1%, Anime 20.7%, Dating Sim 16.5%, Romance 10.6%, Mature 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A highly regarded visual novel that excels in character writing and supernatural romantic themes.
- #5 Senren＊Banka
94% 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: Dating Sim 36.2%, Visual Novel 26.2%, Anime 18.8%, Romance 11.9%, Cute 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: Known for its beautiful art and engaging character routes, it is a staple for fans of the genre.
- #6 If My Heart Had Wings
94% 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: Dating Sim 22.8%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Anime 15.1%, Romance 14.9%, Simulation 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic romance visual novel that focuses on building deep bonds between the protagonist and the cast.
- #7 Tricolour Lovestory
93% matchVery Positive81% of 28,032 reviews2017
Dev: HL-GalgamePub: SakuraGame
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 48.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Time flies and never comes back. But with an incredible 1-million-word script and 100+ original CGs, this game will take you back to when you were young, simple and pure. Go and get the love of your life back, start something new, or end everything in flame, that's for you to decide!
Why similar: Dating Sim 25.6%, Visual Novel 21.3%, Sexual Content 12.4%, Anime 12.1%, Mature 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides a strong, emotional narrative with high-quality art and character-focused storytelling.
- #8 STEINS;GATE: My Darling's Embrace
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,772 reviews2019
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Fall in love with the lab members all over again in this sweet and slapstick romantic comedy!
Why similar: Visual Novel 37.7%, Anime 22.8%, Dating Sim 20.3%, Romance 10.3%, Funny 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted spin-off of a major anime visual novel franchise that focuses purely on romance.
- #9 CLANNAD
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 10,460 reviews2015
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 105.4 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 31.1%, Anime 25.2%, Romance 18.2%, Dating Sim 16.3%, Story Rich 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered the gold standard for emotional, character-driven visual novels with multiple romantic arcs.
- #10 Kinkoi: Golden Loveriche
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,101 reviews2021
Dev: Saga PlanetsPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 17.3 hrsMean: 191.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Kinkoi: Golden Loveriche is a Japanese-style visual novel produced by Saga Planets, a Japanese developer of romance VNs. The game won numerous awards in the year of its release in Japan for its art, music, characters, and story.
Why similar: Dating Sim 23.3%, Visual Novel 18.2%, Sexual Content 15.1%, Romance 12.2%, Anime 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a polished, high-budget dating sim experience with a focus on character-driven comedy and romance.
- #11 Riddle Joker
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 6,810 reviews2020
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 15.5 hrsMean: 196.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
For decades, superpowers and psychic abilities were thought to be mere science fiction, but the discovery of a certain particle called the "Astron" at the end of the 20th century proved to the world that these wondrous phenomena were real.
Why similar: Dating Sim 20.9%, Visual Novel 19.4%, Sexual Content 15.5%, Romance 15.4%, Anime 13.4%
Why You'll Like It: It shares a similar upbeat, supernatural-infused romantic vibe with the seed game.
- #12 Café Stella and the Reaper's Butterflies
89% 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: Visual Novel 24.7%, Sexual Content 20.1%, Romance 19.4%, Anime 12.9%, Nudity 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A modern, visually stunning visual novel that balances supernatural mystery with lighthearted dating sim elements.
- #13 Hoshizora no Memoria -Wish upon a Shooting Star- HD
90% 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 52%, Anime 31.9%, Story Rich 7.7%, Cute 7.1%, Singleplayer 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides a strong, heartfelt narrative with a focus on supernatural elements and romance.
- #14 9-nine-:Episode 1
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,894 reviews2019
Dev: PALETTEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 145.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Help Miyako and Kakeru track down a superpowered serial killer before they strike again.
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.4%, Anime 22.4%, Sexual Content 19.6%, Nudity 13.8%, Cute 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: A mystery-focused visual novel that blends supernatural elements with engaging character interactions.
- #15 Summer Pockets
86% 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 32%, Anime 19.9%, Dating Sim 17.5%, Romance 10.3%, Sexual Content 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title delivers an emotional, high-production narrative set in a beautiful, nostalgic environment.
- #16 Gaokao.Love.100Days
87% matchVery Positive90% of 8,191 reviews2015
Dev: 高考恋爱委员会Pub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Getting a girl-friend before National College Entrance Exam, I know it's crazy, but from today, we will face everything together.
Why similar: Dating Sim 34.6%, Visual Novel 22.4%, Romance 11%, Anime 9.6%, Nudity 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a unique, time-management-based dating sim experience with multiple endings.
- #17 Making*Lovers
86% 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: Dating Sim 27.4%, Visual Novel 24.9%, Anime 18.6%, Romance 14.1%, Simulation 12.5%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the dating sim aspect, allowing players to pursue deep relationships with a variety of characters.
- #18 Rewrite+
84% 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 24.8%, Dating Sim 24.5%, Anime 23.9%, Romance 11.3%, Simulation 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: It features supernatural themes and complex character routes that will appeal to fans of the Date A Live universe.
- #19 Little Busters! English Edition
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,092 reviews2017
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 42.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Capturing the hearts of countless fans since 2007, Little Busters! is an emotional visual novel from Key, the minds behind Angel Beats! and CLANNAD. This special English release supports touch controls and dynamic switching between English and Japanese text, and is in HD for the first time on PC.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.4%, Anime 23%, Dating Sim 14.4%, Romance 10.7%, Simulation 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic visual novel that emphasizes strong character bonds and a variety of branching storylines.
- #20 Your Diary +
85% 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: Dating Sim 18.6%, Visual Novel 16.3%, Anime 15.7%, Romance 12.9%, Sexual Content 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: A cute, character-focused visual novel that emphasizes the emotional growth of its cast.
- #21 Find Love or Die Trying
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 12,005 reviews2021
Dev: Sunseeker Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Welcome to the only killer dating show where ending up single means ending up dead! Date or die, it's up to your choices!
Why similar: Dating Sim 27.5%, Visual Novel 16.3%, Anime 13.9%, Romance 13.6%, Sexual Content 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: A dating sim that adds high-stakes tension to the traditional romance formula.
- #22 Love Esquire - RPG/Dating Sim/Visual Novel
83% matchVery Positive90% of 1,132 reviews2019
Dev: Yangyang Mobile
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
You usually play as the hero… but not this time! You're a lowly squire who's on an epic quest to get laid. Here's the catch: you've only got a few months left to find the girl of your dreams before you're shipped off to war. So git gud, get laid, and find man's greatest pleasure in Love Esquire!
Why similar: Dating Sim 30.7%, Visual Novel 18.2%, Sexual Content 15.6%, Anime 11.4%, Nudity 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines traditional visual novel storytelling with RPG mechanics for a more interactive experience.
- #23 Miracle Snack Shop
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,282 reviews2018
Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Try to find love while managing a Korean snack shop.
Why similar: Dating Sim 31.1%, Visual Novel 15.9%, Anime 15.1%, Sexual Content 13.3%, Mature 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A unique blend of simulation and dating sim mechanics that keeps the gameplay loop fresh.
- #24 Tayutama 2-you're the only one-
81% 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 24.2%, Anime 23.2%, Sexual Content 17.5%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Nudity 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features fantasy and supernatural romance themes that align closely with the seed game.
- #25 YOU and ME and HER: A Love Story
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 6,464 reviews2020
Dev: NitroplusPub: JAST
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 128.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
YOU and ME and HER: A Love Story is the visual novel medium in its purest form. Will Shinichi choose Miyuki, the beautiful queen bee of the school, or the endearingly awkward misfit Aoi? With art by Tsuji Santa, these beautifully rendered romances will stay with you forever.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.9%, Anime 15.4%, Sexual Content 14.9%, Romance 13.2%, Dating Sim 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A psychological twist on the traditional romance visual novel that subverts player expectations.
- #26 LoveKami -Divinity Stage-
81% matchVery Positive81% of 657 reviews2016
Dev: MoeNovel
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 17.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
MoeNovel's exciting new original title, LoveKami -Divinity Stage-, debuts on Steam in English, bringing a fun and energetic tale filled with magic and music!
Why similar: Dating Sim 23%, Anime 16.8%, Visual Novel 15.7%, Sexual Content 13.5%, Nudity 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A supernatural romance visual novel featuring deities and idol-themed storytelling.
- #27 Hush Hush - Only Your Love Can Save Them
77% matchVery Positive94% of 1,619 reviews2023
Dev: Sad Panda Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 82.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A Visual Novel with a twist - improve skills, charm girls, and learn dangerous secrets... by any means necessary.
Why similar: Dating Sim 21.8%, Sexual Content 18.8%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Anime 11.6%, Nudity 11.2%
- #28 Nurse Love Addiction
79% matchVery Positive92% of 864 reviews2016
Dev: KOGADO STUDIOPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 85.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Follow Asuka Osachi, a ditzy girl training to become a nurse at Teito Nursing School. Experience her story with her classmates as they discover love, medicine, and adulthood.
Why similar: Anime 18.7%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Dating Sim 14.4%, Sexual Content 13%, Romance 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a unique setting and a strong focus on character-driven drama and romance.
- #29 Conception II: Children of the Seven Stars
79% matchMostly Positive80% of 678 reviews2016
Dev: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
It's time for classmating! Monsters have invaded the world of Aterra, and only a few special individuals, imbued with the power of the Star God, are equipped to fight it. Combine your Star power to make magical Star Children to boost up your forces in battle!
Why similar: Anime 30.7%, Dating Sim 29.2%, JRPG 12.6%, Nudity 7.2%, Visual Novel 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: An RPG-dating sim hybrid that features a large cast of characters and supernatural themes.
- #30 The Princess, the Stray Cat, and Matters of the Heart 2
78% matchVery Positive94% of 198 reviews2019
Dev: TOKYOTOON
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 99.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The Princess, the Stray Cat, and Matters of the Heart 2 is a heart-warming romantic comedy visual novel featuring 5 new heroines and 4 heroines from the first game.
Why similar: Dating Sim 20.8%, Anime 15.4%, Romance 14.4%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Sexual Content 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: A comedy-focused romance visual novel with a lighthearted and fun atmosphere.
- #31 How To Date A Magical Girl!
78% matchVery Positive80% of 469 reviews2019
Dev: Cafe ShibaPub: RIVER CROW STUDIO
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
You're invited to the elite academy for magical girls! Will you take the opportunity to make new friends? Learn magic? Or... Will you try to date a cute magical girl?
Why similar: Dating Sim 21.3%, Anime 20.2%, Visual Novel 19.2%, Sexual Content 10.3%, Romance 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines supernatural elements with a dating sim structure in a concise, engaging package.
- #32 SENRAN KAGURA Reflexions
77% matchVery Positive86% of 542 reviews2019
Dev: TamsoftPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Can you feel it? The beating of her heart... In a classroom after school, learn the ways of "reflexology" by syncing with her heart and body. In SENRAN KAGURA Reflexions, interact with your favorite shinobi heroine like never before.
Why similar: Anime 29.4%, Sexual Content 23.2%, Visual Novel 17.5%, Simulation 14.3%, Nudity 8.2%
- #33 Purrrfect Love
76% matchMostly Positive80% of 99 reviews2022
Dev: Dark Light StudioPub: Mango Party
Windows
♥Sometimes she's naughty and sometimes she's cute... sometimes she's sexy and enthralling to boot. Create your own story of true, throbbing love...♥ A beautiful, visual novel of love... straight from the soul. You're just dying to get those heartstrings plucked, aren't you?
Why similar: Dating Sim 17.8%, Anime 16.6%, Sexual Content 14.1%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Nudity 10.8%
- #34 Sakura Succubus 4
75% matchVery Positive93% of 227 reviews2021
Dev: Winged Cloud
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Sakura Succubus 4 is the fourth instalment of the Sakura Succubus series. Join Hiroki and his harem on a relaxing vacation at the beach, and enjoy a fun story full of cute girls!
Why similar: Dating Sim 18.9%, Anime 17.8%, Visual Novel 17%, Sexual Content 14.2%, Romance 12.9%
- #35 NEKO-NIN exHeart
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 984 reviews2017
Dev: WhirlpoolPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 99.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Japan. From time immemorial, there are those who possess superhuman abilities. These beings who looked like a cross between man and beast are called Demi-Humans. They acted as Ninja and served those in power.
Why similar: Anime 25.3%, Sexual Content 20.8%, Visual Novel 19.4%, Nudity 12.6%, Dating Sim 10.5%
- #36 The Ditzy Demons Are in Love With Me
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,530 reviews2018
Dev: SMILEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 227.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Ren’s virginity is in danger as he is suddenly pushed into the school’s special girl's dormitory full of useless demons. Assigned as an assistant to watch over them, his happy and troublesome days as a teacher for these cute but incompetent demons has begun.
Why similar: Dating Sim 22.5%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Anime 13.7%, Sexual Content 12.6%, Romance 12%
- #37 My So-called Future Girlfriend
74% matchVery Positive94% of 309 reviews2018
Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
This game is a male-oriented visual novel that features text, illustration, and voice.
Why similar: Dating Sim 22.6%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Anime 16.3%, Romance 13.7%, Sexual Content 8.6%
- #38 Dream Date
73% matchVery Positive85% of 2,615 reviews2020
Dev: ADOG
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 32%
Date, communicate, enhance feelings and record good memories with girls!
Why similar: Sexual Content 29.9%, Nudity 19.9%, Dating Sim 12.7%, Anime 9.6%, Visual Novel 7.1%
- #39 OPPAI Academy Big, Bouncy, Booby Babes!
73% matchVery Positive92% of 561 reviews2021
Dev: MilkfactoryPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 31.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Get reincarnated into a fantasy world, take on the role of the protagonist Takumi, and use your magic to get all the girls! Clear various quests to progress the main story of this gorgeous FANTASY VISUAL NOVEL, and capture the attractive heroines' hearts along the way!
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.1%, Sexual Content 21.7%, Anime 14.8%, Nudity 14.2%, Mature 9%
- #40 Superbunny's adventure
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 114 reviews2024
Dev: DDUCK KONG
Windows
A daily adventure with the mysterious Superbunny and Bunny Girl Usagi-san.
Why similar: Dating Sim 29.7%, Visual Novel 18%, Sexual Content 17%, Anime 15.9%, Simulation 9%
- #41 Sakura Succubus
72% matchVery Positive82% of 702 reviews2020
Dev: Winged Cloud
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 31.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Sakura Succubus is a lewd visual novel about amassing a harem of sexy succubi. Featuring a cute idol, a domineering businesswoman, and a spacey social media star, there’s no shortage of women to woo!
Why similar: Sexual Content 20.4%, Simulation 17.6%, Anime 16.2%, Nudity 14.1%, Visual Novel 13.8%
- #42 Our Lovely Escape
73% matchMixed66% of 79 reviews2019
Dev: Reine Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Your life is a peaceful one. Each day, you work alongside your (otherwise?) all-female workforce in the pursuit of creating otome games. Will you complete your life with a cute girlfriend? Will you be doomed to a life of normalcy? Or...? Find out in this (mostly...?) normal visual novel!
Why similar: Dating Sim 18.2%, Anime 14.8%, Visual Novel 13.5%, Romance 12%, Sexual Content 11.9%
- #43 Carpe Diem
71% matchVery Positive89% of 8,560 reviews2015
Dev: Moonlit Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 13%
Seize the day
Why similar: Anime 30.8%, Visual Novel 27.8%, Dating Sim 18.8%, Sexual Content 7.1%, Nudity 4.6%
- #44 Some Some Convenience Store
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,104 reviews2020
Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A game about starting a relationship while working part-time at a convenience store
Why similar: Dating Sim 31%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Anime 13.2%, Sexual Content 11.3%, Mature 10.7%
- #45 Her World
69% matchVery Positive97% of 481 reviews2022
Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
Windows
We invite you to experience this chillingly sweet romance.
Why similar: Dating Sim 24.3%, Visual Novel 17.9%, Anime 14.3%, Romance 13.6%, Sexual Content 10.1%
- #46 Doki Doki Literature Club Plus!
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 30,488 reviews2021
Dev: Team SalvatoPub: Serenity Forge
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 79.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Welcome to the club! Write poems for your crush and experience the terror of school romance in this critically-acclaimed psychological horror story.
Why similar: Dating Sim 23.9%, Visual Novel 18.5%, Anime 17.4%, Sexual Content 12.4%, Romance 11.7%
- #47 Love's Sweet Garnish
70% 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 27.4%, Anime 26.2%, Sexual Content 17%, Dating Sim 14.9%, Nudity 9.3%
- #48 Love Delivery
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,571 reviews2022
Dev: Cometsoft Inc.Pub: Smilegate
Windows
A coming-of-age romance simulation that follows the raw, relatable journey of a real loser.
Why similar: Dating Sim 23.8%, Visual Novel 14.7%, Anime 13.4%, Romance 11.7%, Sexual Content 10.7%
- #49 Highschool Romance
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 590 reviews2015
Dev: Dharker Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Can you find love as the only boy in an all-girls school? Find out, in this slice-of-life visual novel game with multiple endings.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.3%, Anime 17.3%, Dating Sim 13.5%, Romance 12.6%, Nudity 12.5%
- #50 9-nine-:Episode 3
69% matchVery Positive92% of 984 reviews2020
Dev: PALETTEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 283.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
9-nine-: Episode 3 is the latest chapter in this series of supernatural mystery visual novels with the focus now shifted towards a new heroine, Haruka Kosaka.
Why similar: Dating Sim 27.9%, Visual Novel 19.3%, Romance 16.9%, Anime 13.1%, Simulation 5.6%
- #51 Inari
66% matchVery Positive95% of 2,199 reviews2024
Dev: Seikou Soft.Pub: HimitsuCP
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A love simulation game set in a beautiful beach town. Make various stories with women of different charms.
Why similar: Sexual Content 27.6%, Dating Sim 24%, Mature 15.2%, Nudity 13.5%, Anime 5.8%
- #52 A Night With: Brazilian Waifu
67% matchVery Positive82% of 96 reviews2025
Dev: Naughty Narratives
Windows · Mac · Linux
A provocative, explicit date-sim visual novel where you'll spend one steamy night seducing Lucia, your confident Brazilian dream girl. Flirt, tease, and charm your way into her heart—and her bed—in this immersive erotic experience.
Why similar: Dating Sim 22.5%, Sexual Content 15.8%, Visual Novel 15.7%, Romance 13.6%, Anime 13%
- #53 Sakura Angels
71% matchVery Positive84% of 2,169 reviews2015
Dev: Winged Cloud
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
日本語バージョンダウンロード開始されました。Two girls, blessed with magical powers, are faced with the task of saving the lonely protagonist from the clutches of a mysterious witch and ancient evil, sealed away long ago by his ancestors. What does this sorceress want from our protagonist?
Why similar: Anime 24.3%, Nudity 17.3%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Sexual Content 12.1%, Mature 11.6%
- #54 Random Chat
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 149 reviews2023
Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
Windows
Based on the weekly Naver Webtoon 'Random Chat,' this new visual novel breathes life into the story by re-forming it into a love simulation game!
Why similar: Dating Sim 31.1%, Visual Novel 17.3%, Anime 15%, Mature 10.1%, Nudity 8.7%
- #55 PockeDate! - Pocket Dating Simulator
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,324 reviews2024
Dev: TERNOX
Windows
Your Pocket-Sized Dating Simulator! Every launch brings a new date with unique dialogues! Spend endless hours with your adorable, love-struck virtual girlfriend.
Why similar: Dating Sim 32.5%, Visual Novel 23.4%, Romance 15.4%, Anime 11.8%, Simulation 6.1%
- #56 Taiwan Love Story⁵
66% matchVery Positive85% of 953 reviews2024
Dev: 快樂怪物Pub: LewdLoco
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 68%
"Taiwan Love Story ⁵" is a romantic interactive novel. To write a thesis on love, you meet girls from different parts of Taiwan. As you conduct your academic research, you gradually become captivated by them, leading to a series of sweet, bittersweet, and complex romantic encounters.
Why similar: Dating Sim 24.5%, Sexual Content 17.7%, Anime 16.3%, Visual Novel 15.9%, Romance 7.7%
- #57 Quickie: A Love Hotel Story
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,087 reviews2025
Dev: Oppai Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 22.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Dive into the streets of Tokyo as a love hotel manager and embark on a thrilling journey of romance with stunning women in this casual and erotic dating-sim. Who will capture your heart in this Love Hotel Story?
Why similar: Sexual Content 24.3%, Dating Sim 18.3%, Nudity 14.2%, Mature 11.7%, Anime 7.7%
- #58 Onii-chan Asobo
70% matchMostly Positive73% of 350 reviews2019
Dev: ilシ
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
"Let's play Onii-chan" is a Slice of Life/Eroge Kinetic Novel about a developer of AO-rated games and his younger sister, who wants to become a developer too and intends to learn by doing things.
Why similar: Sexual Content 22.1%, Nudity 17.3%, Anime 13.8%, Dating Sim 12.7%, Visual Novel 9.8%
- #59 Faulty Apprentice
68% matchVery Positive81% of 189 reviews2019
Dev: AGL studios
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
In this world of magic, monsters, and mystery, the fate of Stars Reach Castle will be determined by you, the Faulty Apprentice! A story-rich visual novel/dating with Light Ecchi on the side. (Free 3 DLCs)
Why similar: Dating Sim 19.4%, Anime 14.5%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Sexual Content 13.1%, Romance 12.1%
