Games Like Deep in the Forest

Luna has been working too hard, fortunately as she finishes up each night she manages to find her way to a hidden out of the way cafe, one where the gals all dress up like different animals. It could be a place for dreams to come true, or just for Luna to blow off some steam and relax each night.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 22.4%, Romance 13.4%, Visual Novel 12.2%, Dating Sim 8.2%, Anime 8.1%

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+ 23%, Romance 12.2%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Dating Sim 8.2%, Fantasy 7.2%

A slice-of-life visual novel with darker twists hiding within! Haru Amari wasn't looking for love, just a new beginning far from his past. Instead he finds himself in complicated relationships where he must decide between his needs and those of the men around him.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 30.7%, Romance 12.9%, Visual Novel 12.8%, Dating Sim 9.8%, Anime 8.8%

Adrian Heart is a reclusive composer dragged into the world of the entertainment industry by his famous sister to become the new personal assistant to one of the elite talents who calls the agency home. He is none to happy about it.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 26.5%, Romance 17%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Dating Sim 9.3%, Anime 6%

A Chistmas themed afterstory to The Divine Speaker featuring Leos and Raen! Search for the elusive Mister Bells, spend the Winter Solstice together, and win at rock-paper-scissors against your favorite ex-assassin turned bounty hunter!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 21.5%, Visual Novel 12.6%, Romance 12.5%, Dating Sim 9.2%, Anime 7.5%

A modern fantasy BL Visual Novel following a young mans journey into a hidden world of gods and magic to recover the past he's lost, and find his missing family. Alongside 3 attractive romance options, Myka Riley delves into the unknown.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 22.3%, Romance 13.7%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Dating Sim 8.3%, Anime 7.3%

A BL Bara Romantic Comedy Visual Novel

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 22.5%, Romance 12.6%, Visual Novel 12.6%, Anime 7.8%, Comedy 7.1%

You've been invited! Follow your classmates in this Visual Novel as they show you around the VR MMORP everyone's been talking about! The only problem? Nina may not be able to handle how attractive her party is!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 19.9%, Medieval 14.7%, Romance 13.8%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Dating Sim 10.6%

Play as a prince as he attempts to give his story a happy ending by finding love and claiming his place as the rightful heir of the throne in this fantasy Boys' Love visual novel.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 28.8%, Romance 15.9%, Anime 10.2%, Visual Novel 9.6%, Fantasy 7.3%

The hapless, love-struck Ichika made a big mistake, and she might have ruined her friendship with Hana forever. With the help of her classmate Ayumi, can she work her own feelings out in time to show Hana how she really feels? A soft, comedic romance with big personalities and a tinge of melodrama.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 18.6%, Romance 11.4%, Visual Novel 11.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.4%, Dating Sim 9.4%

This is a fun, tongue in cheek story of lustful urges and workplace romance. As two women go on a night out together to reaffirm their friendship as they start to work together once more.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 22.9%, Visual Novel 14.3%, Romance 12.6%, Dating Sim 10.9%, Choices Matter 7.3%

Shape queer love and friendship at the end of the world in this choice-driven, emotional narrative game. Will you settle for pessimism, or open yourself to trust?

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 22.2%, Visual Novel 12.3%, Romance 12.1%, Multiple Endings 9.2%, Dating Sim 8.9%

A visual novel about first love, decisions, and the sweetness of a town where everyone knows each other. Join Haruto on his journey to discover what it truly means to love.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 26.6%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Romance 15.7%, Anime 10.4%, Choices Matter 6.7%

Heartbeats is a visual novel about music, love, relationships, mental health, and more! Features: 4 love interests, choices that affect the story, original music, beautiful art, and multiple endings.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 20.6%, Romance 13.5%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Dating Sim 9.6%, Anime 8.9%

Eleanor's Handmaid is a romantic and erotic slice-of-life visual novel about a young noblewoman and her handmaid who have just reached adulthood.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 22.7%, Romance 13.7%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Dating Sim 10.5%, Anime 8.4%

How am I supposed to fit in at college when there aren't any other animal people but I'm a POSSUM BOY?! A rom-com visual novel about finding love... when you're the only animal person around!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 28.1%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Romance 15%, Dating Sim 9.7%, Comedy 9.1%

The girls of the Lingerie shop are back and they are in for their toughest day of the year, a mega sale event! How will the girls handle things, you get to decide not only how the sale goes but who you will control in this adult yuri/lesbian themed multi-routed visual novel game.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 19.3%, Romance 11.7%, Visual Novel 11.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9%, Dating Sim 8.8%

Having just arrived in the great port city of Deepharbor, humble bards Edmond and Edna are suddenly tasked with running a Tavern. Recruit fellow adventuring heroes, manage your tavern, and possibly find romance? This is your Quest for Love!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 19.7%, Medieval 12.3%, Romance 12.1%, Visual Novel 10.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.4%

Sole survivor of a terrible incident, you find yourself in the company of new friends and new conflict on the island of Illyria.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 19.8%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Romance 12.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.3%, Dating Sim 10%

An otome game and romance visual novel. Step into the shoes of the necromancer, Raenelle. Meet a colorful cast of characters, fail to summon the spirits of the dead, unravel mysteries, and maybe — just maybe — fall in love.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 17.5%, Visual Novel 11%, Romance 9.3%, Dating Sim 8.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.1%

A light admonishment from Mom sparks the realization that these twin sisters care for each other in more than a familial sense. In this dramatic & romantic yuri Visual Novel, it's up to you to navigate the forbidden tension between the sisters so their love can flourish without growing one-sided.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 26.9%, Visual Novel 17.8%, Romance 12%, Anime 11.4%, Choices Matter 8.6%

Come hear the tale of Ader, or how a poor one-eyed farm boy who's got nothing left to eat but his dreams, accidentally becomes the greatest knight in the kingdom this fully voice-acted and animated picaresque visual novel!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 20.2%, Medieval 14%, Visual Novel 13.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.3%, Romance 8.5%

Charlotte, has been dumped by her long term girlfriend Mikka. Fortunately her sexy friend Sophie insists on taking her out to try and cheer her up. But Sophie is quite a wildcat so who knows where such a date could lead in this yuri/lesbian themed visual novel with multiple routes and endings.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 19.2%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Romance 11.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.4%, Dating Sim 10.1%

Pretty Peculiar Lovers is a visual novel dating sim with a compelling twist, where your decisions impact which romance candidate you engage with, and what secrets you may uncover about them. Come prepared, these seemingly kind and welcoming individuals may not be how they appear.

Why similar: Romance 14.1%, Visual Novel 13.1%, LGBTQ+ 11.1%, Dating Sim 10.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.7%

A sequel to the popular Date Ariane Remastered, but also a stand alone remake of Something's In The Air 2013. The "redux" version allows players to play as a male or female for the first time. This is also a satire of the multi-ending "harem game" genre with surprising twists and turns.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 17.5%, Visual Novel 12.7%, Dating Sim 10.8%, Romance 10.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.1%

A vibrant fantasy visual novel with multiple endings and choices.

Why similar: Visual Novel 16.5%, LGBTQ+ 14.5%, Dating Sim 11.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.3%, Interactive Fiction 9.5%

After immediately being caught in your mission to kill a corrupted king, you must earn the trust of the king's court and spare yourself from execution. However, the longer you stay, the clearer it becomes there is something much darker is lurking in the castle - and latching onto your own mind.

Why similar: Romance 17%, Visual Novel 16.8%, Medieval 15.2%, LGBTQ+ 12.4%, Dating Sim 7.9%

Blood Domination is a BL visual novel that allows players to follow five different couples, uncovering the secrets of their pasts and controlling their fates. Welcome to Éclair Gymnasium Academy, where vampires learn how to navigate the Dom/sub relationships that will define the rest of their lives.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 31.6%, Romance 14.9%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Dating Sim 11.7%, Anime 6.2%

Fall in love with marbles and learn to believe in yourself again.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 23.5%, Visual Novel 12.2%, Romance 11.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.6%, Dating Sim 8.4%

select your protagonist and explore a variety of terrible fates!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 26.9%, Visual Novel 15.7%, Multiple Endings 11.4%, Choices Matter 10.2%, Romance 8.9%

Follow Sophie as she embarks on her latest adventure in making money, working alongside the enigmatic Rias as they put on a special yuri/lesbian camgirl show for their viewers.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 25.9%, Visual Novel 14.4%, Romance 11.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.7%, Multiple Endings 8.2%

Discover adventure, mystery, and romance during an eventful Summer in Trigue with this yuri-only dating sim set on an enchanting Caribbean island.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 22.9%, Romance 14%, Visual Novel 12.1%, Dating Sim 10.2%, Anime 9.8%

The Kingdom of Novus has been thrown into disarray and It's up to you to decide if you’ll help to bring peace, or if you’ll stoke the fires of chaos. Pick a side, and meet your match.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 29.6%, Romance 18.1%, Visual Novel 16.2%, Dating Sim 12.9%, Fantasy 9.1%

Play the role of an apprentice alchemist on the road in a merchant caravan. During the journey you will discover many things, including love? A gay medieval fantasy visual novel.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 23.7%, Medieval 13.7%, Romance 12.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.8%, Visual Novel 8.9%

A gorgeous gay dating sim where you date hunky oni in feudal era Japan! The only way the cursed oni can get free from the onsen is by seducing the sexy samurai Asano! A yaoi, bara, bl, lgbtq+, queer visual novel!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 35.6%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Dating Sim 10.3%, Anime 9.3%, Romance 8.2%

Choose your own story as you take over a beach resort, of course it's not all fun and games but at least the park is filled with an array of beautiful women to distract you. Your choices will determine the story and whether romance is in the air and how your beach visit will end.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 18.9%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Romance 10.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.5%, Dating Sim 10.2%

Dive into the fearsome Demon Realm! Step into the shoes of Max, a lazy prince who will be accompanied by three odd girls. Can you find a way to get him back home?

Why similar: Romance 17.7%, Visual Novel 14%, Anime 11.9%, Multiple Endings 9.4%, Comedy 9.2%

Crewman Milo Barre has started work on his first gay sex cruise. He always dreamed of working for this illustrious cruise line, but his big brother bullied him by saying he would never be slutty enough to make it. Can Milo prove him wrong and be the sluttiest cabin boy on the ship?

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 31.8%, Romance 13.1%, Visual Novel 12.6%, Dating Sim 9.5%, Multiple Endings 7.7%

GymBeasts is a gay visual novel with a mysterious portal behind your squat rack. Will you fight monsters with the strongest guy in the gym, solve a mystery with the empathetic youngster, or derail EVERYTHING with the unfriendly hottie? But your biggest worry is whether there'll be time for dating!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 22.9%, Visual Novel 13%, Romance 12.4%, Dating Sim 10.1%, Comedy 7.4%

I am Mizu Ren Nanami... As a resident of the land of Ren, the time has come for me to embark on a mission to win the hearts of the people in Rostania, the city to which I’ve been assigned. Here, I’ll uncover secrets I never knew existed.

Why similar: Medieval 12.7%, Romance 12.2%, Visual Novel 11.6%, Anime 9%, Dating Sim 8.1%

"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: LGBTQ+ 31.1%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Dating Sim 11.2%, Anime 9.1%, Multiple Endings 8.8%

A Yaoi slice-of-life about making drinks, meeting peculiar bartenders, and hunting cute monsters. Follow Ikkarus, a gallant legendary hero, and get ready to meet Damian, a gentle archer; Orakh, an orc war chief, and Zistran, the prince of the underworld.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 25.1%, Anime 11.4%, Visual Novel 10.8%, Romance 9.5%, Dating Sim 9%

Ankora the Love Demon only has a month to prove she can live on her own, but the CUTE SINGLE LADIES IN HER AREA might turn out to be a distraction! Can she settle down and find love?!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 33.6%, Visual Novel 16.4%, Romance 14.3%, Multiple Endings 10.2%, Comedy 8.9%

The story-rich 18+ prequel to The Divine Speaker. Follow alongside Aemyl and Lucius in a two-sided story about the past and the future.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 29.5%, Visual Novel 15.3%, Romance 15%, Anime 9.7%, Fantasy 9.2%

Play as an angel, date, and explore the world of Aelyria with the embodiment of the 7 deadly sins!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 24.8%, Visual Novel 16%, Dating Sim 14.2%, Romance 13.1%, Fantasy 9%

Create your character and experience a fun story in which you will meet friends, enemies and partners as you try to carry out a vital project with your friends: to create an anime before you finish your studies.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 21.3%, Romance 13.3%, Visual Novel 12.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.5%, Choices Matter 8.4%

Play as twins Hazel and Jace in this wholesome romcom visual novel. After a silly bet is made, the protagonists must find a boyfriend or girlfriend before their twin beats them to it!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 23.9%, Romance 15.4%, Visual Novel 15%, Dating Sim 10.3%, Anime 7.6%

Join Kai in his daily life as he fails to realize that the two guys he's known since childhood have huge crushes on him. One is his best friend, and the other is his rival. So they can't possibly have romantic feelings for him... right?

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 26.7%, Visual Novel 16%, Dating Sim 12.6%, Romance 11.7%, Anime 11.2%

Where are you, Cinderella? is a visual novel about Vietnamese culture and the world of entertainment. Will you be able to find the lost shoe’s owner? Or, will you find your shoe?

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 20.3%, Visual Novel 14.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.3%, Choices Matter 9.6%, Multiple Endings 9.2%

AMAP is a queer and sexy visual novel/dating sim with lots of twists and turns. There are over 80 unlockable scenes, 7 unique love interests to explore, more than 20 different endings.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 24.7%, Romance 15.9%, Visual Novel 15%, Dating Sim 11.4%, Multiple Endings 8.4%

When an AI program named Seren awakens to find they've been installed as the co-pilot of a smuggling ship, they'll have to rely on their newfound crewmates to help them find where they belong.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 19.3%, Romance 11.5%, Visual Novel 11.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.8%, Dating Sim 8.5%

A fantasy-romance visual novel featuring a not-quite-human cast, shown with animated sprites and painted backgrounds.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 20.4%, Visual Novel 12.2%, Medieval 11.1%, Romance 10%, Dating Sim 8.3%

Sent to Klodan as a royal envoy, the youngest prince of Fescilia expects diplomacy—not a land of fear and silence. With a trusted friend at his side, he is drawn into court intrigues and an encounter with a masked stranger. Six paths lie ahead, each leading to a different fate. Which will he choose?

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 24.4%, Romance 15%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Dating Sim 10.2%, Choices Matter 8.4%

A light-hearted lesbian romance between a tired office lady and a gyaru foxgirl. Make choices as Sasami and pursue a relationship with the cheerful Mirai, or risk ruining it.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 16.2%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Dating Sim 11.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.2%, Anime 10.1%

The Night at Barrington's is a BL mystery visual novel set in Victorian England. When servant Ethan is named the unexpected heir, he becomes entangled with the noble Barrington family's two sons—and uncovers the secrets hidden within the estate.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 31.6%, Visual Novel 19.1%, Romance 17.3%, Anime 8.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 7%

A gripping seaside adventure following the connection of two young souls, each unknowingly helping the other make sense of a world that seems senseless. Complemented by breathtaking artwork and an addictive soundtrack, this charming tale will definitely suck you in and leave a lasting impression!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 18.6%, Romance 11.8%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.3%, Dating Sim 9.1%

TFTU: After Midnight is a dark / gothic visual novel with multiple endings. Your choices matter and will determine who stays alive and who dies. Discovering the whole truth about the murders will require more than one playthrough.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 23.3%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Dating Sim 10.9%, Choices Matter 9%, Anime 8.4%

After recovering from a painful incident, a closeted trans woman finds herself split between four possible paths - returning to sailing, becoming a healer, helping the resident witch, or joining a prince on a mysterious quest. A fantasy romance visual novel about love and self-discovery.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 22.1%, Romance 13%, Visual Novel 12.3%, Medieval 10.3%, Dating Sim 8%

A cute little romantic story about rescue and love. Once upon a cat named Simon, decided to skip classes to wander. Before he knew it, he got lost in the deep forest – chased by an unknown predator. Will he be able to get out by his own means?

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 30.7%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Romance 16.3%, Choices Matter 8%, Anime 7.9%

Bewitching Sinners is a dark comedy dating sim where your choices will either leave you with your true love or ruin a whole world and potentially killing millions of people within it, no pressure! Explore a fantasy world full of witches, hot priests, and the occasional dance with death.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 19.3%, Visual Novel 12.1%, Romance 11%, Dating Sim 9.5%, Choices Matter 6.6%