- #1 Kanon
97% matchVery Positive98% of 399 reviews2024
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 20.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A tale of small miracles in a snow-covered town— Kanon, the very first game from visual novel studio Key, is now available on Steam! Now featuring HD visuals and full voice support! (The protagonist is only voiced in certain scenes.)
Why similar: Dating Sim 22.6%, Visual Novel 18.6%, Romance 12.5%, Text-Based 11.9%, Anime 8%
Why You'll Like It: A classic visual novel set in winter that masterfully blends emotional storytelling with a snowy, atmospheric setting.
- #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 22.6%, Visual Novel 19.7%, Romance 10.8%, Interactive Fiction 9.3%, Anime 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title centers on winter themes and dating simulation mechanics, making it a direct thematic match for the seed game.
- #3 WHITE ALBUM: Memories like Falling Snow
96% 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 22.1%, Romance 19.4%, Visual Novel 17.2%, Anime 8.9%, Multiple Endings 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: Set against a backdrop of winter, this visual novel offers a complex and emotional romance narrative.
- #4 CLANNAD
95% 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 24.7%, Romance 19%, Dating Sim 12.7%, Anime 12.3%, Drama 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered a masterpiece of the genre, this title shares the deep emotional resonance and winter-themed romance found in First Snow.
- #5 Mashiroiro Symphony HD -Love is Pure White-
94% 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: Snow 40% ★, Romance 15.7%, Visual Novel 12.8%, Anime 7.2%, Emotional 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A charming and romantic visual novel that captures the pure, snowy aesthetic and lighthearted dating sim elements.
- #6 Sepia Tears
94% matchVery Positive88% of 991 reviews2016
Dev: Scarlet String Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 32%
A visual novel about a memory that a boy named Mark tries very hard to forget, and a girl named Myra who unearths it.
Why similar: Snow 29% ★, Dating Sim 13.1%, Romance 12.1%, Visual Novel 10.1%, Text-Based 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A touching romance visual novel that features a snow-covered aesthetic and a focus on nostalgic, emotional memories.
- #7 Lucy -The Eternity She Wished For-
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 8,175 reviews2016
Dev: Modern Visual Arts Laboratory
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 38.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
If there was a robot that could laugh, cry and smile. ...Does it have a soul?
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.4%, Dating Sim 19.8%, Romance 15.8%, Anime 13%, Story Rich 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by a Korean studio, this emotional visual novel explores themes of love and humanity with a similar heartfelt tone.
- #8 Flowers Blooming at the End of Summer
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,713 reviews2021
Dev: MidnightWorksPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
여름방학을 며칠 앞둔 어느 날 갑작스레 내 앞에 나타난 한 소녀. 자신을 유령이라 밝힌 소녀는 난데없이 내게 자신을 없애 달라는 부탁을 건넨다. 자신의 눈에 보인다는 죽음의 색을 통해 나는 유령 소녀의 과거를 추적하기 시작하지만, 어째 소녀는 점점 죽음에 가까워지기보다는 나의 일상에 녹아들기 시작하는데...
Why similar: Visual Novel 26%, Romance 24.2%, Emotional 9.7%, Anime 9.6%, Dating Sim 8%
Why You'll Like It: A beautifully written visual novel that focuses on emotional growth and romantic discovery.
- #9 Trinoline All Ages Version
91% 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: Dating Sim 14.3%, Romance 13.9%, Visual Novel 13.5%, Text-Based 9.6%, Anime 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: This story-rich visual novel provides a deeply emotional experience with high-quality character art and drama.
- #10 ef - the first tale. (All Ages)
90% 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 17.9%, Visual Novel 16.2%, Emotional 9.5%, Drama 9.4%, Text-Based 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Known for its artistic presentation and heavy emotional stakes, this is a staple for fans of deep romance visual novels.
- #11 SnowNight
89% matchVery Positive92% of 394 reviews2018
Dev: Hollowings
Windows
This is a small, warm story that happened in the winter. Two people who met by chance, because of each other's existence, and then felt more past that had not been deliberately remembered - After telling the story, I finally ushered in the day when the first snow fell.
Why similar: Dating Sim 27.9%, Visual Novel 26.1%, Romance 20.6%, Anime 14.1%, Casual 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: A cozy, anime-styled visual novel that leans into the winter atmosphere and casual dating sim gameplay.
- #12 Tiny Snow
89% matchVery Positive94% of 4,167 reviews2019
Dev: #workshopPub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 57.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
On the snowy mountain, in the wooden hut, we are tied together by the world. She and "I" can only love each other, we cannot be separated. Is this free affection, or manipulated love? A short visual novel with multiple endings, "Tiny Snow", a story with two girls, and you who know what love is.
Why similar: Visual Novel 36.6%, Anime 14.5%, Drama 12.7%, Romance 12.4%, Multiple Endings 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: This indie visual novel focuses on drama and romance, perfectly complementing the themes of the seed game.
- #13 Katawa Shoujo
86% 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 18.4%, Romance 16.3%, Visual Novel 15.5%, Text-Based 12.5%, Multiple Endings 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A highly regarded visual novel that excels in character development and meaningful romantic choices.
- #14 Yukikoi Melt
88% 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 20.6%, Snow 20% ★, Visual Novel 19.5%, Anime 11.6%, Drama 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A cute and romantic visual novel that captures the lighthearted, snowy charm of a budding relationship.
- #15 UsoNatsu ~The Summer Romance Bloomed From A Lie~
85% matchVery Positive92% of 439 reviews2023
Dev: LYCORISPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 27.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
This is a story about finding love to overwrite the feelings for the one they held dearest. A girls love visual novel about summer, love and adolescence.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.6%, Romance 24%, Anime 12.6%, Text-Based 12.4%, Drama 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: While set in summer, the emotional weight and focus on romantic discovery make it a strong narrative match.
- #16 Six Days of Snow
87% matchMostly Positive77% of 459 reviews2017
Dev: ebi-hime
Windows · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 46%
In a small inn located in the snowy Japanese mountains, an unlikely relationship blossoms between a once-popular poet and the daughter of the inn's proprietress.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.6%, Romance 17.5%, Anime 14.9%, Drama 10.8%, Story Rich 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A short, atmospheric visual novel that directly mirrors the winter-themed romance of First Snow.
- #17 If My Heart Had Wings
86% 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 25.8%, Romance 22.7%, Visual Novel 18.5%, Anime 10.6%, Story Rich 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a compelling, story-rich romance experience that resonates with the emotional depth of the seed game.
- #18 My So-called Future Girlfriend
84% 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 24.8%, Romance 20.2%, Visual Novel 18.6%, Anime 11.1%, Drama 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A simulation-heavy visual novel that offers engaging dating mechanics and a focus on character relationships.
- #19 Memoir
82% matchVery Positive97% of 272 reviews2022
Dev: 7757
Windows
A short memoir of first love.
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.3%, Drama 23.1%, Dating Sim 12.5%, 2D 11.6%, Casual 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A character-focused drama that provides a similar intimate and reflective experience to First Snow.
- #20 The Warmth Between Us
83% matchVery Positive97% of 173 reviews2020
Dev: Connection
Windows
It is late December in Taipei. The pavement glows like silver under the winter rain. That's when we met for the first time. The warmth between us has a certain comfort that I’ve never felt before.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.6%, Romance 26.1%, Emotional 15.4%, Anime 15.1%, Story Rich 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: This title emphasizes the emotional connection between characters, mirroring the intimate storytelling of the seed game.
- #21 Aokana - Four Rhythms Across the Blue
81% 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 32%, Romance 20.1%, Dating Sim 19.7%, Anime 15.4%, Story Rich 8%
Why You'll Like It: A high-quality visual novel with exceptional production values and a deeply engaging romantic subplot.
- #22 Lilycle Rainbow Stage!!!
82% matchVery Positive92% of 167 reviews2019
Dev: ParticlePub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 243.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
In this yuri visual novel featuring an all-star cast, you follow one main love triangle as they navigate their budding romance and the pursuit of their goals, unlocking new, heartwarming events to view from the perspectives of each cute girl in six other precious couples as well.
Why similar: Romance 18.7%, Visual Novel 17.9%, Dating Sim 16.9%, Text-Based 11.8%, Anime 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: A charming and romantic visual novel that features strong character interactions and a heartfelt tone.
- #23 Lonely Yuri
81% matchVery Positive95% of 148 reviews2018
Dev: Night-time SheepPub: DLsite
Windows
"First with a kiss... the girl is etched in the protagonist's mind. It was first year in high school. The budding of summer. Fusa Konno met a shut-in girl named Seri. Persecuted by her yearning eyes, her heart gradually opened... Night-time Sheep presents a highly atmospheric romance yuri visual novel"
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.6%, Anime 22.2%, LGBTQ+ 22%, Romance 14.8%, Casual 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a focused, emotional romance narrative that will appeal to fans of the seed game's intimacy.
- #24 Everlasting Summer
79% matchVery Positive95% of 77,204 reviews2014
Dev: Soviet Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 57.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Visual novel loved by many – Everlasting Summer – now on Steam!
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.6%, Romance 17.4%, Anime 14.1%, Dating Sim 11.7%, Story Rich 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric visual novel that captures a unique, nostalgic sense of romance and mystery.
- #25 Sabbat of the Witch
79% 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 40.3%, Dating Sim 18.1%, Romance 15.6%, Anime 14.1%, Cute 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: This title combines supernatural elements with a very strong focus on romance and character development.
- #26 花落冬陽 Snowdreams -lost in winter-
78% matchVery Positive97% of 262 reviews2022
Dev: 觀象草圖 Astrolabe DraftPub: 觀象草圖 Astrolabe Draft
Windows
《花落冬陽》是一款以「夢想」與「思念」為主題的文字冒險遊戲。故事講述主角謝子臣在追尋作家之夢的過程中遭遇的困境，以及與夏芊帆、雪見兩名少女的戀愛故事。豐富的劇情、精緻的插畫、悠揚的音樂、搭配全中文語音，帶你體驗一段動人的台北冬季戀曲。
Why similar: Dating Sim 22.4%, Visual Novel 17%, Romance 14.2%, Multiple Endings 8.6%, Anime 8.3%
- #27 我的高冷女友 MY COLD GIRLFRIEND
77% matchVery Positive84% of 274 reviews2025
Dev: SuiKa SoftPub: LoveStoryProject
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
What's It Like to Have a Girlfriend with a Hidden Side? 💙A romantic comedy visual novel set in a modern campus, where a dare leads to an unexpected relationship with a cold beauty—and a sweet, chaotic cohabitation begins.
Why similar: Dating Sim 23.2%, Romance 19.2%, Visual Novel 16.4%, Anime 10.3%, Emotional 7.7%
- #28 镜花饴情 Mirage Sugar Acacia
77% matchVery Positive85% of 413 reviews2024
Dev: 青木香游戏制作组Pub: LoveStoryProject
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
饴情甜蜜转瞬即逝，女生之间的爱情就像镜花般脆弱。 踏入大学校园的自由舞台，交织着理想与现实迷茫前行，她们的缘分是否可以开花结果呢？ 甘之如饴的一对一百合故事，多结局。
Why similar: Dating Sim 19.6%, Romance 15.7%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Anime 9.1%, Emotional 7.4%
- #29 First Snow
78% matchVery Positive95% of 668 reviews2020
Dev: Salty Salty StudiosPub: Studio Élan
Windows · Mac · Linux
Having moved away from her friends and family to attend community college, Allison Merlo is a fresh student struggling with the day to day challenges of life.
Why similar: Dating Sim 21.2%, Romance 19%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Anime 10%, Drama 7.5%
- #30 ATRI -My Dear Moments-
76% 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 23.7%, Romance 18.1%, Dating Sim 17.8%, Anime 10.3%, Story Rich 7.3%
- #31 This Winter of Ours
75% matchVery Positive99% of 132 reviews2025
Dev: VARIA
Windows · Mac · Linux
Alone as two, together as one - A fantasy/yuri visual novel telling the story of two girls traversing a snow covered forest and growing closer.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.2%, Text-Based 17.3%, Anime 11.6%, Romance 11.5%, Interactive Fiction 11%
- #32 Snowkissed Romance
75% matchVery Positive99% of 69 reviews2025
Dev: LovelyInc LLC
Windows · Mac
It's 1994 in the mountains of Northern Japan - Are you ready to fall in love? Snowkissed Romance weaves addictive stat-building, day planning, and mini-games with captivating storytelling and plenty of ’90s shoujo charm.
Why similar: Dating Sim 30.2%, Romance 23.7%, Multiple Endings 9.9%, Visual Novel 8.8%, Anime 8.7%
- #33 日日夜夜
76% matchVery Positive91% of 328 reviews2020
Dev: PEARFLOWERPub: GameCreator
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
本游戏是一款通过点击画面推进游戏进程的AVG，某天傍晚，你走在回去的路上，突然从天而降的银发女性打乱了你平静的生活。心地善良的你决定救下这名无名女性。遥远的记忆开始苏醒，你不得不面临着选择。
Why similar: Dating Sim 23.7%, Romance 18.7%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Anime 10.3%, Multiple Endings 9.1%
- #34 SMOKY WHITE
74% matchVery Positive96% of 96 reviews2024
Dev: たにからきぬまで
Windows
雪の降る冬の屋上で、 不思議な雰囲気の先輩と出会って別れる短編ノベルゲームです。 会話中の選択によって結末が分岐します。
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.7%, Romance 27.2%, Story Rich 13.3%, Cute 8.4%, Atmospheric 8.1%
- #35 Femboy Love story
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 979 reviews2025
Dev: 磷光工作室
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Date your cute femboy roommate! You are Li Fei, on your very first day of university, you bump into a peerless beauty at the stadium. Later, back in your dorm, you find out that this peerless beauty is actually your roommate…and he is a boy, a fluffy little femboy!
Why similar: Dating Sim 24.8%, Romance 19.5%, Visual Novel 19.3%, Anime 11.5%, Story Rich 8.4%
- #36 9-nine-:NewEpisode
74% matchVery Positive94% of 713 reviews2022
Dev: PALETTEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 184.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Enjoy short after stories for the heroines of the 9-nine- series in 9-nine-:NewEpisode!
Why similar: Dating Sim 26.4%, Visual Novel 21%, Romance 11.8%, Anime 9.7%, Text-Based 7.4%
- #37 恋爱绮谭 不存在的真相
73% matchVery Positive94% of 2,196 reviews2022
Dev: Never Knows Best
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 45.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
《恋爱绮谭~不存在的真相~》是一款文字冒险游戏。 初到江城的顾唯，意外成为了一起社会新闻的主人公。凶险的都市中，他需要在混乱的舆论和虚假的情报中找到唯一的真相，也需要在两名各有千秋的少女间完成自我的抉择。秋去冬来，覆盖城市的厚厚积雪下，究竟掩藏着什么样的秘密......
Why similar: Dating Sim 18.9%, Romance 13.8%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Text-Based 11.8%, Interactive Fiction 8%
- #38 Mashiroiro Symphony HD -Sana Edition-
73% matchVery Positive91% of 394 reviews2024
Dev: PalettePub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 28.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
A one-route standalone expansion for the fan-favorite visual novel Mashiroiro Symphony. The main character's classmate Sana finally takes the spotlight with a new story and new CGs by artist Tsubasu Izumi!
Why similar: Snow 40.3% ★, Visual Novel 13.1%, Romance 10.4%, Anime 8.1%, Drama 6.1%
- #39 Love Delivery
71% 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 22.7%, Romance 15%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Text-Based 12.6%, Anime 8%
- #40 溢爱~fragile love
72% matchVery Positive89% of 121 reviews2023
Dev: XUWULE制作组
Windows · Mac · Linux
《溢爱~fragile love》是XUWULE游戏工作室制作的一款百合题材视觉小说，讲述一个少女暗恋另一个少女的故事...
Why similar: Dating Sim 28%, Visual Novel 21.4%, Romance 11.6%, Multiple Endings 8.9%, Story Rich 7.3%
- #41 Amairo Chocolate
71% 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: Visual Novel 21%, Romance 20.7%, Anime 13.2%, Text-Based 9.2%, Cute 8.2%
- #42 Yusetsu
70% matchVery Positive89% of 1,296 reviews2022
Dev: DSGame
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Snow melting bar, melt the ice in your heart. This is a warm love game, where you can enjoy a real Snack bar love experience.
Why similar: Dating Sim 22.7%, Visual Novel 14.7%, Multiple Endings 8.7%, Drama 8.4%, Anime 8.4%
- #43 OneRoom ―Yui Hanasaka Memorial―
69% matchVery Positive92% of 410 reviews2025
Dev: 株式会社さかさうま工房Pub: Laplacian
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 16%
That pure love, that lovey-dovey moment again――A new, immersive animated novel game where you can experience the story of Yui Hanasaka, the main heroine of the popular short anime series OneRoom, from the protagonist’s point of view.Revisit her special moments in this innovative experience!
Why similar: Dating Sim 22%, Visual Novel 20.2%, Text-Based 18.4%, Anime 15.9%, Cute 7.6%
- #44 Black Lily's Tale
70% matchVery Positive87% of 478 reviews2023
Dev: 1000-REKA
Windows
Perhaps it was the curse of a black lily that bloomed too early in the winter...Before graduation, a girl falls in love with another girl... But her pure feelings are torn apart by a "loop of tragedy."By [interrupting choices] and [typing in words], you will weave her feelings into the story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.6%, Anime 11.4%, LGBTQ+ 11.2%, Story Rich 10.9%, Emotional 9.6%
- #45 The Witch's Love Diary
72% matchVery Positive94% of 112 reviews2019
Dev: QoobrandPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 136.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Spring is here and love awaits, an oasis just over the horizon, a beautiful story waiting to be told. Join Takumi and Alice in a tale of fleeting cherry blossoms and forgotten first love.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.1%, Anime 19.2%, Romance 13.3%, Multiple Endings 8.6%, Story Rich 7.2%
- #46 Yukiiro Sign
71% matchVery Positive88% of 74 reviews2023
Dev: Wonder FoolPub: Shiravune
Windows
A story of three girls and one season in the snowy town of Minamiouse.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.2%, Emotional 13.3%, Dating Sim 9.5%, Drama 8.4%, Multiple Endings 7.7%
- #47 Fragile Feelings
69% matchVery Positive98% of 62 reviews2023
Dev: ebi-hime
Windows · Mac · Linux
A sweet, slow burn yuri / lesbian visual novel about an anxious young teacher being swept off her feet by the cool, competent school nurse.
Why similar: Romance 19.5%, Visual Novel 17.5%, Text-Based 13.4%, Anime 11%, Drama 9.2%
- #48 Yixin
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 129 reviews2025
Dev: 神風教主 (Master Kamikaze)
Windows
The first love simulator, the real immersive real-life love game, the video novel type, the only pure love experience, takes you into the pure and beautiful love world that seems like dreams, and feels the emotion that has been buried in your heart for a long time.
Why similar: Dating Sim 24.2%, Romance 20.4%, Visual Novel 16.2%, Emotional 9.9%, Drama 9.8%
- #49 Love at First Sight
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,495 reviews2015
Dev: Creepy CutePub: Sekai Project
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
After falling in love at first sight with the shy Sachi Usui, an injury-ridden, single-eyed high school girl, the protagonist tries to win over her lonely and isolated heart. A pure, heart-warming romance game where the apple of your eye only has one eye!
Why similar: Visual Novel 33.9%, Romance 31%, Anime 15.7%, Dating Sim 11.8%, Cute 4.8%
- #50 Voice Love on Air
68% matchVery Positive87% of 523 reviews2024
Dev: SOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT
Windows
A BL dating sim with elements of studio management and interactions with voice actors! Follow Aki, a newbie voice director who has to complete the recordings for several BL dramas, and interact with the charming voice actors. Come give voice to the language of love!
Why similar: Dating Sim 24.6%, Romance 18.1%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Drama 9%, Anime 7.9%
- #51 Dream Ending
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,196 reviews2019
Dev: #workshopPub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
This is a small tale from the end. The leftovers of mankind are destined to perish as the Arks break orbit. Suddenly, however, she's making me ask her out, an invitation to face the apocalypse together... a short but exquisite visual novel, "Dream Ending" is humanity's last love story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.3%, Romance 34.3%, Anime 16.4%, Casual 9%, Indie 5.1%
- #52 Please Be Happy
67% matchVery Positive99% of 376 reviews2022
Dev: Studio Élan
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A comfy yuri VN about the foxgirl Miho and her quest to find the person who's most important to her. This emotional visual novel features two different heroines to choose from, and a story that will make you both laugh and cry!
Why similar: Dating Sim 17.2%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Romance 14.8%, Multiple Endings 8.5%, Emotional 7.9%
- #53 纯爱独白：小小 Purelove Monologue: Xiaoxiao
66% matchVery Positive92% of 359 reviews2024
Dev: HollowingsPub: LoveStoryProject
Windows
宅男画师和美女程序员的甜美邂逅，不如一起做个独立游戏吧！等等，说好的纯爱呢，小三？黄毛？女装大佬？Σ(ﾟДﾟ)ｽｹﾞｪ!!
Why similar: Dating Sim 25.5%, Visual Novel 20.2%, Romance 15.2%, Anime 12.5%, Story Rich 6.2%
- #54 Psycho地雷InLove : 싸이코지라이 인 러브
67% matchVery Positive96% of 283 reviews2022
Dev: 유진게임즈
Windows
A simulation of an outcast romance!
Why similar: Dating Sim 28.8%, Visual Novel 19%, Romance 14.6%, Anime 8.8%, Emotional 7.3%
- #55 Making*Lovers
67% 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 29.5%, Visual Novel 27.3%, Romance 20.4%, Anime 12.5%, Casual 5.2%
- #56 Furry Angel Take In
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 761 reviews2024
Dev: JOX Studio
Windows
一款疗愈心灵的恋爱模拟文字冒险视觉小说——因为童年创伤而浑浑噩噩，早已放弃了人生的“我”，在与“从天而降”的女孩相处的甜蜜时光中，感受她不求回报的爱，收获心灵的成长，疗愈内心的创伤。与她一起探索生命的意义、爱的真谛，与灵魂的重量。
Why similar: Dating Sim 32.8%, Visual Novel 25.7%, Romance 25.6%, Anime 13.4%, Indie 1.4%
- #57 书恋与君：美少女教我追系花
66% matchVery Positive87% of 54 reviews2025
Dev: 磷光工作室
Windows
校园恋爱题材的剧情作 Galgame。大二刚开学，魏明诚终于鼓起勇气向系花江雪表白，结果却是被拒绝了。正在他伤心失落之际，在他面前突然出现一位打扮奇特又可爱的女生，自称是仙子，要教魏明诚怎么追女生。这场从心碎开始的旅途，会走向怎样的结局呢？
Why similar: Dating Sim 24.8%, Visual Novel 19.4%, Romance 17.4%, Multiple Endings 7%, Anime 6.2%
