- #1 纯爱独白：小小 Purelove Monologue: Xiaoxiao
97% 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 18%, Visual Novel 14.9%, Sexual Content 14.3%, Anime 12.4%, Romance 10%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a similar focus on emotional storytelling and character-centric romance within an indie visual novel framework.
- #2 LOVEPICAL-POPPY!
96% matchVery Positive96% of 319 reviews2025
Dev: SMEEPub: Kagami Games
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 27.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
From renowned Japanese visual novel brand SMEE, LOVEPICAL-POPPY!, the ultimate moege, arrives on Steam! Made for SMEE’s 15th anniversary and celebrating 150k+ sales, it keeps the brand’s signature sweetness while adding life-sim gameplay and a unique story progression system.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.9%, Romance 23.1%, Anime 21%, Adventure 8.4%, Casual 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game features a similar blend of casual adventure and visual novel elements with a strong emphasis on anime-style character interactions.
- #3 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 18.4%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Anime 10.5%, Drama 9%, Romance 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A classic visual novel experience that balances emotional depth with a compelling, character-driven dating simulation.
- #4 NEKOPARA Vol. 1
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 27,205 reviews2014
Dev: NEKO WORKsPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 159.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
What's NEKOPARA? Why, it's a cat paradise! Kashou Minaduki, the son of a long line of Japanese confection makers moved out to open his own shop "La Soleil" as a patisserie.
Why similar: Anime 21.2%, Sexual Content 20.9%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Dating Sim 12.9%, Cute 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: This title is a definitive staple of the cute anime visual novel genre, featuring high-quality character art and a heartwarming romantic narrative.
- #5 Sakura Succubus
94% 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 32%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Anime 17.3%, Casual 16.5%, NSFW 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game shares the same lighthearted, anime-inspired aesthetic and focus on intimate, character-driven encounters found in the seed game.
- #6 LoveKami -Divinity Stage-
94% 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 21.5%, Sexual Content 16.5%, Visual Novel 15.7%, NSFW 14.7%, Anime 14%
Why You'll Like It: It combines idol-themed storytelling with dating simulation mechanics, mirroring the lighthearted and cute tone of the seed game.
- #7 Sugar * Style
93% matchVery Positive96% of 247 reviews2021
Dev: SmeePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Sugar * Style is a Japanese-style visual novel produced by Smee, a Japanese developer of romance VNs. Be the perfect husband for your future wife and conquer her heart with your husband-powers!
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.4%, Sexual Content 18%, Romance 17.7%, Cute 11.9%, Anime 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A highly regarded visual novel that excels in delivering a sweet, romantic atmosphere with charming character designs.
- #8 Some Some Convenience Store
92% 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 27.5%, Visual Novel 14.2%, NSFW 13.2%, Sexual Content 13.1%, Anime 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a unique dating simulation experience with high production values and engaging, mature romantic progression.
- #9 A Kiss For The Petals - Remembering How We Met
91% matchVery Positive93% of 1,710 reviews2015
Dev: St. Michael's Girls SchoolPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 39.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A brand new entry in the landmark yuri game series, "A Kiss For The Petals!" The story of how fan-favorite couple Risa and Miya first met is now available on the PC!
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.2%, Romance 21.8%, Anime 20.4%, Cute 10.1%, Sexual Content 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on intimate, character-driven romance with a distinct anime art style that appeals to fans of the genre.
- #10 我的高冷女友 MY COLD GIRLFRIEND
90% 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 14.7%, NSFW 12.1%, FPS 11.5%, Romance 11.4%, Visual Novel 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: It blends dating simulation with unique character archetypes, providing a familiar yet fresh romantic experience.
- #11 Princess Evangile W Happiness - Steam Edition
91% matchVery Positive93% of 71 reviews2017
Dev: MOONSTONEPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
It's a new Princess Evangile, with nine new love stories! Includes the original common route and a route for all nine heroines!
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.8%, Sexual Content 28.3%, Anime 25%, Casual 9.2%, Adventure 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential school-life romance visual novel that provides a long, satisfying narrative with multiple romantic paths.
- #12 If My Heart Had Wings
89% 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 21.7%, Romance 17.8%, Visual Novel 16.2%, Anime 12.7%, Cute 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: This title is renowned for its beautiful art and touching romantic story, making it a perfect follow-up for fans of the genre.
- #13 完美恋人~fragile love
88% matchVery Positive86% of 235 reviews2024
Dev: XUWULE制作组
Windows
"The Perfect Lover" is a lily themed visual novel produced by XUWULE Game Studio, which is a story about promise and redemption.
Why similar: Dating Sim 18.2%, Visual Novel 15%, Romance 13.5%, JRPG 13.1%, Word Game 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A character-focused visual novel that explores delicate romantic themes with a polished, artistic presentation.
- #14 Seifuku Kanojo
87% 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: Sexual Content 23.3%, Dating Sim 20%, Visual Novel 12.8%, Interactive Fiction 8.8%, Anime 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides a casual simulation experience centered on school-life romance and character interaction.
- #15 茉莉之夏 Jasmine Summer
89% matchVery Positive90% of 126 reviews2019
Dev: JasmineSummer ProjectPub: JasmineSummer Project
Windows
《茉莉之夏》是传统的视觉小说形式文字冒险游戏，画风精致的本格的恋爱模拟视觉小说，没有白学和胃疼的温馨日常佳作。目前版本包含有1幕，50万字左右内容。
Why similar: Visual Novel 57.1%, RPG 21.8%, Casual 21.1%
Why You'll Like It: An indie visual novel that emphasizes emotional connection and a cozy, romantic atmosphere.
- #16 要来点百合吗 Love Yuri
86% matchVery Positive80% of 938 reviews2023
Dev: 琉璃花糖制作组
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Shu Yu, a popular writer, became sisters with Lu Xi, an online voice actress.But when Lu Xi accidentally discovers that her favorite yuri author is actually her sister Shu Yu, she becomes increasingly attracted to Shu Yu's personality and a forbidden romance gradually unfolds between them...
Why similar: Dating Sim 12.3%, Romance 11%, Sexual Content 10.9%, Visual Novel 9.8%, JRPG 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on female-led romantic narratives with a strong emphasis on cute, anime-inspired character designs.
- #17 镜花饴情 Mirage Sugar Acacia
85% 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 17.5%, Romance 13.1%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Anime 11.5%, Sexual Content 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a sweet and engaging romantic story that fits perfectly within the visual novel and dating sim categories.
- #18 Tricolour Lovestory
86% 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 24.2%, Visual Novel 21.4%, Sexual Content 15.3%, Anime 10.1%, NSFW 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A highly emotional and well-written visual novel that captures the complexities of young love.
- #19 硅心_Silicon Heart——AI少女情人梦 _AI Girl Lovestory
84% matchVery Positive91% of 85 reviews2024
Dev: 呐呐呐制作组Pub: LoveStoryProject
Windows
超越程序化的爱——阿宅插画师与机器人少女的温馨恋爱喜剧！
Why similar: JRPG 19.4%, Drama 12.9%, Anime 12.2%, Dating Sim 10.9%, Visual Novel 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an interesting blend of RPG elements and romance, focusing on the development of an AI companion.
- #20 Virtual Maid Streamer Ramie
84% matchVery Positive97% of 75 reviews2022
Dev: monimePub: iMel
Windows
The Vtuber who came out of the screen was actually a maid!? Featuring the virtual maid who just wants to cheer the protagonist up. Follow this fluffy adventure with a little spice, full of charming moments and a few tears along the way.
Why similar: Dating Sim 21.8%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Drama 12.8%, Anime 11.5%, Cute 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the dating sim genre that incorporates contemporary themes like streaming into its romantic narrative.
- #21 ChuChu
81% matchVery Positive93% of 129 reviews2025
Dev: 爱的氧气罐制作组
Windows
【乙女x轻喜剧x吻】讲述了身为社畜的主人公意外去世后，却被死神告知，想要活下去，就得想办法每三天和帅哥亲吻来续命的都市奇幻爱情轻喜剧。前男友，憧憬的人，陌生美青年，哎呀，真难选啊！
Why similar: Dating Sim 24.7%, Romance 19%, Word Game 12.7%, Drama 12.6%, Story Rich 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A character-driven RPG and dating sim that offers a charming and romantic experience.
- #22 突然＊恋人
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 880 reviews2024
Dev: SMEEPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 29.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
《突然＊恋人》 全高清合集版收录了本系列本篇与两部后日谈内容。本系列是由日本知名美少女游戏品牌SMEE为纪念品牌成立十周年所制作的恋爱AVG作品。本作拥有特色的恋爱模拟系统，整体基调也保持了SMEE旗下作品一贯的高甜度。
Why similar: Sexual Content 16.3%, Dating Sim 16.1%, Drama 12.9%, Visual Novel 10.5%, Interactive Fiction 8.4%
- #23 The rebirth of Kingdom Lo
82% matchVery Positive94% of 78 reviews2023
Dev: さんかっけいPub: 問題的遊戲
Windows
This game is a conversational RPG, depicting the story of the kemono prince and six princesses, in order to revive the kingdom and reproduce their offspring.
Why similar: NSFW 17.2%, Sexual Content 13.7%, JRPG 13%, Dating Sim 12.6%, Visual Novel 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a mature, story-rich experience that caters to fans of the more explicit side of the visual novel genre.
- #24 Lilycle Rainbow Stage!!!
83% 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: Visual Novel 20.8%, Romance 19.6%, Dating Sim 18.9%, Anime 17%, Cute 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features a vibrant art style and a focus on heartwarming, character-driven romantic relationships.
- #25 VR Kanojo / VRカノジョ
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,968 reviews2018
Dev: ILLUSION
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 50%
This is Steam version."all characters in this game are 18+"We have a trial version here.
Why similar: Sexual Content 58.6%, NSFW 17.4%, Dating Sim 10.6%, Anime 6.8%, Romance 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: For those looking for a more immersive and interactive experience, this title brings the dating sim genre into a 3D space.
- #26 Sickly Days and Summer Traces
77% 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: Sexual Content 30.6%, FPS 13.3%, NSFW 12.8%, Visual Novel 12.6%, Anime 11%
- #27 Kimi no Hitomi ni Hit Me
78% matchVery Positive94% of 478 reviews2024
Dev: GIGAPub: HIKARI PULSE
Windows
Median: 10.0 hrsMean: 39.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
《你的眼眸命中我心头》是由日本美少女游戏资深大厂GIGA/Entergram（戏画社）制作的一款校园恋爱喜剧作品。发售后赢得了市场好评，中文版收录了家用机版本中追加的人气角色桐原步鸟的路线以及大量新CG。种崎敦美、大桥步夕、户田惠等业内当红声优为本作女主角献声。
Why similar: Dating Sim 22%, Anime 13.2%, Sexual Content 12.1%, Drama 9.9%, Interactive Fiction 8.9%
- #28 DATE A LIVE: Rio Reincarnation
79% matchVery Positive95% of 3,724 reviews2019
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 138.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Show the Spirits the power of love and save the world in this romantic visual novel!
Why similar: Dating Sim 21.9%, Anime 17.1%, Visual Novel 16.4%, Sexual Content 13.5%, Romance 12.5%
- #29 日日夜夜
80% 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: NSFW 17.7%, Dating Sim 16.6%, Visual Novel 12.7%, Romance 12.3%, Anime 10.2%
- #30 Arcana Alchemia
78% matchVery Positive98% of 201 reviews2023
Dev: Lump of SugarPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 71.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
《炼爱秘仪》是由日本知名美少女游戏品牌Lump of Sugar（方糖社）制作的奇幻恋爱题材作品。本作由萌木原文武担当原画与角色设计，由业内多位剧本家携手担当剧本，人气声优天知遥、步莎拉领衔为本作女主角献声。曾荣获萌系游戏大赏年度声音金奖以及月间奖。
Why similar: Dating Sim 27.5%, Visual Novel 24%, Cute 12.2%, Story Rich 9.4%, Interactive Fiction 7%
- #31 Happy Live,Show Up!
79% matchVery Positive88% of 84 reviews2023
Dev: FavoritePub: Syawase Works China
Windows
荣获颇多奖项的Favorite社新作，《Happylive show up》强势登陆Steam平台！ 身处异乡他国，在伙伴的友情与爱情的帮助下，奏响属于大家的“Happy Live”！
Why similar: Dating Sim 30.4%, Romance 20.4%, Visual Novel 20%, Casual 11.5%, Adventure 8.4%
- #32 OneRoom ―Yui Hanasaka Memorial―
76% 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: Anime 22.4%, Dating Sim 21.8%, Visual Novel 20.9%, Cute 14.1%, Casual 7.2%
- #33 9-nine-:NewEpisode
77% 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 25.5%, Visual Novel 21.1%, Anime 13.2%, Romance 10.7%, Sexual Content 8.4%
- #34 Yusetsu
76% 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: NSFW 13.3%, Dating Sim 12.7%, JRPG 11.5%, Sexual Content 10.7%, FPS 9.3%
- #35 Taiwan Love Story⁵
74% 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 18%, Sexual Content 17%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Anime 10.6%, Drama 9.8%
- #36 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 20.3%, Visual Novel 16.4%, Romance 14.9%, Anime 13.3%, Cute 8.9%
- #37 Tayutama 2-you're the only one-
75% 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%, Sexual Content 22.7%, Anime 20.5%, Visual Novel 17.1%, Cute 9.2%
- #38 Clover Day's Plus
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 882 reviews2023
Dev: ALcotPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 10.6 hrsMean: 68.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Bottled-up emotions... An everlasting oath... Heartfelt desires... An enduring regret... And a childhood promise. Yuuto was abandoned by his parents and raised in an orphanage in Britain before a trading merchant by the name of Takakura Yoshiomi adopted him and brought him to Japan.
Why similar: Dating Sim 16.8%, Romance 14%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Drama 11.8%, Word Game 9.4%
- #39 寄甡 Symbiotic Love
75% matchVery Positive92% of 1,647 reviews2019
Dev: 白露社Pub: PeriScope Game
Windows · Mac
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 80.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
《寄甡》是一款百合向视觉小说游戏，讲述了一场现代百合版、宛如“罗密欧与朱丽叶”的凄美爱情故事。
Why similar: Visual Novel 47.3%, Anime 26.9%, Casual 14.3%, Adventure 11.5%
- #40 令和罕见物语
74% matchVery Positive86% of 145 reviews2023
Dev: 哥布林软件
Windows
一部魔幻现实主义的视觉小说，一部荒诞主义的GalGame。
Why similar: Dating Sim 16.2%, JRPG 14.1%, FPS 13.3%, Visual Novel 12.8%, Drama 8.2%
- #41 Café Stella and the Reaper's Butterflies
70% 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 20%, Sexual Content 19.9%, Romance 18.6%, FPS 13.8%, Anime 8.7%
- #42 Select Oblige
71% 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 22.5%, Visual Novel 15.5%, Anime 10.3%, Drama 8.6%, Romance 8.4%
- #43 我在终点线等你
71% matchVery Positive92% of 180 reviews2023
Dev: DreaMory
Windows
一个讲述少年少女勇敢踏出追梦第一步的青春日常系故事。
Why similar: Dating Sim 18.1%, JRPG 15%, Word Game 12.6%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Anime 8.9%
- #44 Dream Date
71% 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 32.4%, NSFW 15.2%, Dating Sim 10.5%, FPS 8%, Anime 7.1%
- #45 Lillian Night: Exclusive Contract of Succubus
72% matchMostly Positive73% of 83 reviews2022
Dev: Noki-Studio
Windows
Succubus-themed 3D animated visual novel with VR support
Why similar: Sexual Content 38.9%, Dating Sim 20.1%, Visual Novel 17.5%, Anime 11.1%, JRPG 6.6%
- #46 Your Diary +
72% 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 17.4%, Visual Novel 16.2%, Romance 15.2%, Sexual Content 15.2%, Anime 12.9%
- #47 Sakura Hime
69% matchVery Positive92% of 1,399 reviews2021
Dev: GirlGames
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 39.0 hrs≥1hr: 60%
In this game featuring lovely girls, you'll meet women of many allurements. Use your affection to rejuvenate their dried-up magic, and begin an enchanting adventure of love in another world!
Why similar: NSFW 47%, Sexual Content 41.6%, Anime 7.1%, RPG 2.6%, Casual 1.7%
- #48 机械恋心
68% matchVery Positive100% of 92 reviews2024
Dev: Lunatic Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
当科技突破伦理的局限，当天才的火花和机械的纯洁相遇，当积久的矛盾与必然的巧合共鸣，不受祝福却被期待的恋爱就此展开......
Why similar: Dating Sim 22%, Romance 17.4%, Visual Novel 16.3%, Word Game 16%, Anime 12.1%
- #49 YAKIMOCHI STREAM
70% matchVery Positive91% of 309 reviews2022
Dev: まどそふとPub: mirai works
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 49.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
『ヤキモチストリーム』は、まどそふとより発売された学園コメディーアドベンチャーゲームです。本作はまどそふとの2作目にあたる作品で、とても人気が高く、発売当初日本萌えゲーアワード2014にて金賞・プロモーション賞を受賞しました。
Why similar: Dating Sim 18.4%, Sexual Content 15.2%, Visual Novel 13.8%, FPS 12.3%, Anime 10.8%
- #50 Love Delivery
67% 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 20.6%, Visual Novel 13.5%, Romance 12.8%, Sexual Content 12.1%, Drama 12%
- #51 Kanon
66% 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 23.3%, Visual Novel 20%, Romance 12.1%, Anime 11.7%, Drama 11.3%
- #52 DRACU-RIOT!
64% 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: Visual Novel 20.9%, Romance 20.8%, Anime 17.3%, Drama 13.7%, Story Rich 10.5%
- #53 H-Isekai Loves
68% matchVery Positive85% of 1,338 reviews2022
Dev: G-Blood
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
What will you do when you are accidentally transported to another world? Looking to survive and return to the old world ? Or become the main character of this story? Try our new game. And of course, this is your chance to make your own Harem. Definitely !
Why similar: NSFW 15%, Dating Sim 13.2%, Sexual Content 12.7%, JRPG 11%, Visual Novel 9.5%
- #54 The Witch's Love Diary
70% 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 28%, Anime 21.5%, NSFW 18.9%, Romance 9.9%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #55 Whispered Promises ~ 14 Days of Love with Anna
67% 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 19%, Sexual Content 17.7%, Romance 13.9%, Visual Novel 13%, JRPG 12.8%
- #56 秘密舞会
68% matchVery Positive94% of 684 reviews2021
Dev: 白露社Pub: PeriScope Game
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
《秘密舞会》是一款百合向视觉小说游戏，是聆花百合系列外传第一期。
Why similar: Dating Sim 18.6%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Word Game 16.1%, Drama 11.2%, Anime 11%
- #57 The medical examination diary: the exciting days of me and my senpai
69% matchVery Positive87% of 97 reviews2022
Dev: iMel
Windows
Would you like to start the love romance by your senpai that you desired? "The medical examination diary: the exciting days of me and my senpai" is the novel game.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.4%, Romance 22%, Sexual Content 19.4%, Cute 13.1%, Story Rich 10%
- #58 前進吧！高捷少女Initiating Station PLUS
69% matchVery Positive96% of 118 reviews2020
Dev: NarratorPub: SimonCreative
Windows
Next station, towards the future with youThe original 2016 visual novel 《高捷少女IS》is now on steam!In addition to all the original content and fully voiced (Chinese) dialogue, four whole new chapters and CGs are ready for you to explore.
Why similar: Casual 35.4%, Visual Novel 28.9%, Anime 18.6%, Cute 17.1%
- #59 Everlasting Summer
66% 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 32.3%, Anime 20.3%, Romance 16.5%, Story Rich 13.7%, Dating Sim 11.8%
