- #1 Spooltape
97% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: RocRac
Windows
While filming a documentary on analog horror, something goes horribly wrong. A cursed VHS tape. Lost cultists. Salvation. Are you brave enough to follow the tape’s sinister commands? Face analog nightmares and decide your fate in this horror visual novel with multiple endings.
Why similar: Visual Novel 15.5%, Investigation 14.1%, Horror 12.6%, Drama 9.3%, Logic 7.6%
- #2 32, Dandelion Drift
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PRG Studios
Windows
Discover the secrets held within the old House on 32, Dandelion Drift. In this classic Visual Novel you’ll find joy, hope, but also remorse and terror.
Why similar: Visual Novel 20.4%, Horror 14.1%, Adventure 14%, Drama 9.2%, Story Rich 9.1%
- #3 Love Mystery Club
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 116 reviews2020
Dev: GMatrix
Windows · Mac · Linux
This game is based on the theme of love & light reasoning. Even if you choose the wrong option, it will not lead to game over. It is very suitable for casual players who like love reasoning but don't want to waste their brain cells.
Why similar: Investigation 39.1%, Visual Novel 18.8%, Conversation 16.4%, Text-Based 8.3%, Adventure 7.4%
- #4 Eternal Secret
95% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Piotr KaniewskiPub: GGEntertainment
Windows
You come back to school at the beginning of second semester. A lot has changed during your absence. Are you able to solve the mystery which not many people know about?
Why similar: Investigation 27.2%, Visual Novel 14.6%, Drama 9.6%, Text-Based 8.2%, Adventure 7.2%
- #5 My Living Things
94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: L.S. Frei
Windows
My name is Jeremy. I can bring things to life.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.9%, Drama 16.6%, Horror 11.3%, Story Rich 10.4%, Emotional 10.3%
- #6 小学生はませている。
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: NOLAS project
Windows
いじめの犯人探しに抜擢された主人公。 彼が描く推理、その結末は必ずしも正しいとは限らない。 あなたが選んだ結末次第で、 誰かを苦しめるのかもしれない……
Why similar: Investigation 21.8%, Visual Novel 17.8%, Drama 13.9%, Adventure 9.3%, Logic 8.4%
- #7 Black Lilies - Eternal Summer
93% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Lab Rabbit Games ltd
Windows
Black Lilies - Eternal Summer is a yuri English Visual Novel made by one lone dev. Alice and her friends must try to find they way out of an endless time loop, or lose their minds trying. Drama, mystery, murder, and suffering awaits them... As does romance, if they can survive.
Why similar: Investigation 28.7%, Visual Novel 21%, Drama 15.7%, Anime 9.7%, Emotional 9%
- #8 Rivals
92% matchVery Positive100% of 51 reviews2020
Dev: Owlskip Games
Windows
A deep and immersive narrative puzzle game.
Why similar: Investigation 57.3%, Visual Novel 24.9%, Story Rich 11.6%, 2D 5.3%, Indie 0.9%
- #9 Yakuza Cats
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bivium GamesPub: Bivium Games
Windows
Yakuza Cats is a graphic adventure set in a 100% feline Tokyo. This original world mixes Ukiyo-e art with Gen Z aesthetics. It is a coming of age story that puts the player through different ethical choices while tackling themes such as identity and prejudice.
Why similar: Investigation 24.7%, Visual Novel 22.8%, Adventure 15.8%, Drama 13.5%, Anime 9.5%
- #10 Whisperstring
91% matchPositive88% of 33 reviews2025
Dev: RocRac
Windows
Whisperstring is an 80s inspired text adventure game that takes place inside a “chat room”. You’re connected to Adam, a "jock" with a severe fear of strings, who seems to have been the victim of a supernatural kidnapping. Will you be able to help him escape?
Why similar: Investigation 22.6%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Conversation 12.2%, Drama 9.7%, Horror 9%
- #11 Melt Away
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: OvercastPub: TOKYOTOON
Windows
People end up forgetting about the dead.
Why similar: Visual Novel 18%, Drama 17%, Story Rich 9.2%, Adventure 9%, Text-Based 8.5%
- #12 Perennial Dusk -Kinsenka-
89% matchVery Positive85% of 171 reviews2025
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
“Perennial Dusk -Kinsenka-” is a kinetic novel about how the human heart endures relentless violence and limitless cruelty, telling the story of a group of exorcists-in-training as they gather the pieces needed to mend their wounded souls.
Why similar: Visual Novel 22%, Drama 14.5%, Anime 11.2%, Adventure 10%, Emotional 9.8%
- #13 Putrika 1st.cut:The Reason She Must Perish
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 519 reviews2024
Dev: トトメトリ
Windows
"Even though I knew this love was forbidden..." While the tragedy is being told, the girl's true love is revealed! Enjoy this crazy pure love drama with beautiful visuals and cute characters!
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.8%, Adventure 12.2%, Cute 11.3%, Anime 10.6%, Text-Based 10.1%
- #14 Nope Nope Nope Nope Nurses
87% matchVery Positive93% of 194 reviews2023
Dev: Dark One!Pub: Shiravune
Windows
The thrilling final installment of Dark One!'s hit visual novel series! Hapless protagonist Yamada is once again at the mercy of the tender depredations of the world's worst staff of nurses... and this time, it's up close and personal with the ruthless Head Nurse who dominates all the rest!
Why similar: Investigation 30.5%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Horror 12.9%, Cute 8.5%, Story Rich 8.1%
- #15 GiseiHero
88% matchPositive100% of 26 reviews2020
Dev: meLtRoman
Windows
Among the 18 people who have a heart of justice, there is an evil that seeks murder. It is a mysterious and malicious death game of justice ADV. This is a free game made by an individual. Please note that this is an unfinished work.
Why similar: Investigation 37.4%, Visual Novel 20.7%, Conversation 18.1%, Adventure 15%, Anime 5.4%
- #16 Beyond R: Rule Ripper
86% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2025
Dev: TohrivPub: GJ Staff
Windows · Mac · Linux
An evolving death game set in a bar, where getting to know its players is the only way out. Each person hides one of the game's rules. Discover them through their pasts, tastes, and finding hidden clues, then face them in an all-out discussion. Only three can survive, unless you fight back.
Why similar: Investigation 17.7%, Conversation 15.5%, Visual Novel 14.9%, Drama 12.8%, Text-Based 9.7%
- #17 When The Rumors Become Real
86% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: 菠蘿Pub: orange pineapple tea
Windows · Mac
Matt, a 14-year-old student, is forced to visit a ghost house for having "hide and seek with oneself" challenge . He invites his friend Esther to visit together and pretends to do the challenge. However something wrong happened during the challenge.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.5%, Text-Based 12.5%, Horror 10.8%, Drama 10.5%, Cute 9.6%
- #18 Sore wa Maichiru Sakura no You ni -Re:BIRTH-
85% matchVery Positive83% of 232 reviews2024
Dev: NavelPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
《繁花落舞恋如樱 -Re:BIRTH-》由日本美少女游戏资深大厂Navel制作,是早在22年前就已成为广受赞誉的经典名作的重制版。本作由西又葵担当原画与角色设计;由创作了《我们没有翅膀》、《近月少女的礼仪》等话题名作的剧本家王雀孙主笔。桃山伊音、夏和小、九条信乃等知名声优为本作女主角献声。
Why similar: Visual Novel 23%, Drama 14.8%, Adventure 14.5%, Anime 11.2%, Casual 11.1%
- #19 Побег в Москву 2
84% matchVery Positive91% of 110 reviews2025
Dev: Fish Run Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
This is a visual novel - a continuation of the game Escape to Moscow. More than 3 hours of gameplay, 6 game days. Immerse yourself in new adventures in Moscow and other locations. You need to help Aliya escape to freedom again! The plot of the game depends on the decisions you make.
Why similar: Investigation 24.1%, Visual Novel 19.7%, Drama 12.5%, Adventure 10.1%, Anime 9.8%
- #20 A Flicker of Light
84% matchVery Positive84% of 137 reviews2022
Dev: 饺子社
Windows
In this visual novel, experience the story of Ethan Syfran, who by an accident got him and his family caught in a whirlpool of crime in a catastrophe-swept world. How would he struggle to get out and save everything he cherished... or carry up all the sins he'd done and keep going?
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.9%, Drama 23.6%, Anime 13.7%, Story Rich 12.6%, Adventure 12.6%
- #21 苍空的彼端
82% matchVery Positive93% of 231 reviews2024
Dev: PygmaGame
Windows
"The Other Side of the Sky" is a short text adventure game with an alternate fantasy setting in a single-line ending narrative mode.
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.2%, Story Rich 16.4%, Anime 15.2%, Adventure 15%, Drama 13.5%
- #22 Watashi Suzume
83% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: Shamrock Creations LLC.
Windows
Shamrock Creations is proud to present Watashi Suzume. A story that explores the far reaching impacts that love, friendship, and understanding have on not only our own lives, but how we view life itself. All wrapped up in a supernatural murder mystery narrative that we think everyone will enjoy.
Why similar: Investigation 27.5%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Text-Based 11.2%, Conversation 11%, Anime 9%
- #23 TellTale - Casino Murder Case
81% matchMostly Positive73% of 26 reviews2024
Dev: NeruyaPub: Team Detective
Windows
[Telltale - Casino Murder] is a full-voice indie mystery game with the youngest lawyer, Kang Ho-yeon, who reveals the truth of the casino murder case and achieves innocence at trial.
Why similar: Investigation 31.8%, Conversation 14.3%, Adventure 13.1%, Logic 10.5%, Visual Novel 10.1%
- #24 Big Quest 2: the Adventure
82% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: ZeLDER
Windows
A casual quest adventure with dialogues, investigations, puzzles in a beautiful vibrant world.
Why similar: Investigation 36.4%, Conversation 22.1%, Logic 13.8%, Adventure 10.2%, Story Rich 8.3%
- #25 Liminal Border Part II
79% matchVery Positive92% of 83 reviews2024
Dev: Purple SoftwarePub: Shiravune
Windows
Unfairly saddled with crippling debt after the events of Part I, Itsuki Ninomae and the gang turn to fellow student and daughter of a crime lord Kotoko Teshigawara for help. An intertwined web of loyalties and desire awaits as Itsuki, Kotoko and the others fight for justice.
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.5%, Story Rich 11.1%, Drama 10.3%, Adventure 10.1%, Dark 9.8%
- #26 로스팅 리포트: 대학 교수 살인사건
81% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: 유진게임즈
Windows
Limited time, clear reasoning! A mystery game to find out the truth about the murder of a university professor.
Why similar: Investigation 33.6%, Visual Novel 15.2%, Drama 10%, Logic 8.6%, Horror 8.3%
- #27 Blue Cradle -signifie-
80% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: kutugi kaoru
Windows
A novel game with a fully voiced story about everyday or extraordinary stories.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.5%, Investigation 17.7%, Adventure 16.6%, Drama 12.1%, Cute 11.1%
- #28 Fantastic Dream
79% matchVery Positive96% of 78 reviews2023
Dev: Ercheng
Windows
I dreamed of a girl. From then on, I saw her every day in my dreams. I don't know why it happened. I can only keep telling myself that it is all false, all illusion. But on the other hand, I fell in love with it.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.6%, Drama 23.2%, Emotional 15.6%, Text-Based 13.1%, Casual 7.9%
- #29 Escape Room - Der kranke Kollege
78% matchVery Positive81% of 12,462 reviews2020
Dev: Bitbeast Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 62%
You only wanted to make a visit to your sick colleague, but what you encounter is beyond your imagination. Discover the secrets of your colleague and find a way to escape the trap.
Why similar: Multiplayer 35.3%, Investigation 32%, Horror 16.6%, Logic 8.6%, Adventure 5.1%
- #30 Cocktail Magic
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Seiransoft GamesPub: MediBang Games
Windows
A human drama novel game set in a bar with the theme of "companion". Enjoy the "Speak Easy" atmosphere that mixes the liveliness of a bar with the stylishness of a bar.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.7%, Conversation 17.4%, Drama 16.9%, Emotional 13.1%, Story Rich 10%
- #31 Stellar Code
76% matchVery Positive97% of 461 reviews2025
Dev: Fragaria
Windows
Mysterious phenomena from space. A researcher's fatal accident. Cryptic codes engraved on an unknown material. Together with your brilliant sister-in-law, you must unravel a mystery that could determine the fate of Earth. A sci-fi mystery visual novel of discovery and suspense.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.8%, Investigation 18.3%, Drama 13.6%, Adventure 10%, Anime 8.5%
- #32 Reconnect
77% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: HFOTA
Windows
在21世纪30年代的世界,任何新鲜事物都不足为奇,城市里每天都喧闹非凡。“我”和妹妹则是离开了那热闹的中心,搬到了这偏僻的乡下地带,和在这里认识的朋友们每天生活在愉快的日常里。不过这平静的日常又能持续多久呢?
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.2%, Adventure 18.7%, Emotional 12.4%, Casual 11.9%, Anime 11%
- #33 The 257th Element
75% matchVery Positive95% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: REAL co.Ltd
Windows · Linux
In 2032, Tokyo scientists unveil Araraginium, the 257th element, capable of materializing matter and bringing back the deceased as Araragi Humans. Masakazu Tokimune, a Japanese high school student, grapples with daily life's blend of humor, intrigue, and love.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.9%, Conversation 14.7%, Drama 14.6%, Adventure 10.9%, Anime 9.6%
- #34 Hoshizora no Memoria -Wish upon a Shooting Star- HD
77% 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 40.1%, Adventure 14.4%, Anime 12.6%, Story Rich 12.3%, Cute 11.3%
- #35 这是生活
76% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: 这是生活
Windows
A small game to experience the life of an ordinary person.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.5%, Drama 17%, Emotional 13.9%, Casual 9.7%, Adventure 9.4%
- #36 Samuel Prince Attorney at Law Chapter 1
73% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: White Tophat
Windows · Mac · Linux
The first of seven chapters of a courtroom battle style visual novel, in which the story follows brand new lawyer Samuel Prince as he solves a strange variety of different crimes. Investigate the crime scene for evidence, then use it in court to find the real truth behind the case.
Why similar: Investigation 38.2%, Visual Novel 24.4%, Logic 16.2%, Adventure 7.7%, Story Rich 6.9%
- #37 Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.8
75% matchVery Positive92% of 102 reviews2022
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
At last, an all-out war is at hand. The battle against the religious organization, The Fatal Answer (TFA), has entered its final phase, with CIRS and SORD preparing to send all of their troops into TFA's stronghold.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.5%, Adventure 13.4%, Drama 13%, Anime 12.2%, Story Rich 9.6%
- #38 CHERI BLANC : Mystery Shelter
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: STUDIO WILLS
Windows
9 kids who wake up in a mysterious shelter with lost memory. Investigate the signs of intruders and murders and discuss them with your colleagues to move towards the truth! Listen to everyone's statements and use your counter-arguments to uncover the truth behind someone's lies!
Why similar: Investigation 27%, Adventure 10.9%, Drama 10.4%, Conversation 10.3%, Logic 10.3%
- #39 Little Locked Rooms
73% matchVery Positive89% of 132 reviews2024
Dev: riolucci
Windows · Linux
Grab your magnifying glass and peek inside a series of tiny dioramas filled with crimes and carefully crafted mysteries! Think outside the box and solve them all in this new brand of detective game!
Why similar: Investigation 30.6%, Visual Novel 18.9%, Anime 10.7%, Story Rich 9.7%, Logic 9%
- #40 Missing Stars
73% matchPositive96% of 47 reviews2023
Dev: Somnova Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Missing Stars is a visual novel that aims to depict mental disorders and the people who live with them in a realistic, but sensitive and respectful light.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.9%, Drama 13.2%, Story Rich 11.4%, Emotional 11.1%, Text-Based 10.7%
- #41 Burden of Truth
71% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: RobProductions
Windows · Mac · Linux
The Burden of Proof saga continues! Step into the shoes of legendary prosecutor Conrad Cross during a pivotal moment of his journey. Investigate crime scenes, solve mysteries using evidence, and make your case in the courtroom. The burden lies with you to unravel the truth!
Why similar: Investigation 29.6%, Visual Novel 17%, Drama 15.8%, Story Rich 9.2%, Adventure 8.5%
- #42 Goto Family's- ''The Island Murder Case''
74% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2019
Dev: ゆしま
Windows · Mac
This is a detective adventure game. About 2 hours to complete. Find the murderer!
Why similar: Investigation 42.9%, Visual Novel 23.4%, Adventure 13.9%, Anime 13.3%, 2D 4.7%
- #43 Inquiry Counsel逆转茶食人
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZHENG YUFENG
Windows
"Hold on!" A court battle game set in ancient China's Song Dynasty! In the government office of Lin'an County during the Song Dynasty of ancient China, many bizarre murder cases occurred! The protagonist engages in intense court battles with the county captain of Lin'an to find the real culprit!
Why similar: Investigation 28.2%, Visual Novel 19.9%, Drama 13.3%, Story Rich 8.2%, Conversation 8.2%
- #44 Samuel Prince Attorney at Law Chapter 2
71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: White Tophat
Windows · Mac · Linux
The second of seven chapters of a courtroom battle style visual novel, in which the story follows brand new lawyer Samuel Prince as he solves a strange variety of different crimes. Investigate the crime scene for evidence, then use it in court to find the real truth behind the case.
Why similar: Investigation 34%, Visual Novel 25%, Logic 14.6%, Story Rich 12.1%, Adventure 8.7%
- #45 Kudo’s Kuppa
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ORCSOFTPub: Shiravune
Windows
ORCSOFT’s surreal summer buddy comedy VN about two painfully available best friends, their crush-worthy moms, and the awkwardly inconvenient feelings that surface—sometimes when we least expect them...
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.6%, Adventure 19.2%, Casual 12.2%, Anime 11.8%, Cute 8.5%
- #46 Samuel Prince Attorney at Law Chapter 4
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: White Tophat
Windows · Mac · Linux
The fourth of seven chapters of a courtroom battle style visual novel, in which the story follows brand new lawyer Samuel Prince as he solves a strange variety of different crimes. Investigate the crime scene for evidence, then use it in court to find the real truth behind the case.
Why similar: Investigation 33.5%, Visual Novel 24.6%, Logic 15.5%, Story Rich 10.3%, Adventure 10.3%
- #47 Liminal Border Part I
70% matchVery Positive91% of 124 reviews2023
Dev: Purple SoftwarePub: Shiravune
Windows
First game of a four-part visual novel series. Nerdy Itsuki Ninomae accidentally creates a “digital hypnotism movie.” Showing it to his neighbor causes him to learn her and a classmate’s dark secret, dragging him into the underbelly of society.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.2%, Drama 13.6%, Conversation 10.9%, Cute 9.8%, Story Rich 9.4%
- #48 Samuel Prince Attorney at Law Chapter 3
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: White Tophat
Windows · Mac · Linux
The third of seven chapters of a courtroom battle style visual novel, in which the story follows brand new lawyer Samuel Prince as he solves a strange variety of different crimes. Investigate the crime scene for evidence, then use it in court to find the real truth behind the case.
Why similar: Investigation 34%, Visual Novel 24.7%, Logic 16.8%, Adventure 9.5%, Story Rich 7.5%
- #49 Tiny Bunny: Prologue
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,244 reviews2020
Dev: Saikono
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Tiny Bunny: Prologue is a non-linear horror visual novel. Those, who have heard the voice of the forest, are beyond help.
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.9%, Horror 27.2%, Adventure 13.3%, Multiplayer 6.7%, Dark 5.1%
- #50 Waning Flowers of a World Eternal - The Rainbow Appears After Flowering Rain
68% matchVery Positive98% of 265 reviews2025
Dev: SWEET&TEAPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 26.9 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Is one life worth the price of another? A bittersweet visual novel about life and death, trust and bonds, and promises made. Brought to you by popular Japanese bishojo game developer SWEET&TEA. Winner of the Moe Game Awards 2016's "New Brand Award"!
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.7%, Conversation 19.1%, Emotional 13.4%, Drama 13%, Anime 10%
- #51 Long Time No See
69% matchVery Positive98% of 89 reviews2023
Dev: Incredulous Interactive
Windows
Reunite with your best friends, unravel the secrets of a haunted house, and assist a cute little ghost in this heartwarming adventure where every puzzle brings you closer to the mysteries within.
Why similar: Investigation 25.7%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Horror 11.7%, Drama 10.8%, Story Rich 8.5%
- #52 逝去的群星
69% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: Terminal Theatre Soft
Windows
Probably as long as a place buries a corpse, it will really bind a living person.I would look back without hesitation, because when we walked together through the cold and wet mansion, I saw all the lives we spent together, and in the last moment, I chose to remember.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.1%, Adventure 22%, Drama 21.7%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Story Rich 9.5%
- #53 No Case Should Remain Unsolved
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 9,767 reviews2024
Dev: Somi
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Twelve years after Senior Inspector Jeon Gyeong's retirement, she is visited by a young police officer: a woman who pleads with her to reexamine Seowon's case. But with each uncovered memory, only one thing becomes clear: everyone in Seowon's vicinity was lying.
Why similar: Investigation 33%, Visual Novel 16.6%, Text-Based 8.9%, Story Rich 8.5%, Drama 8.3%
- #54 ARSE-DIAS
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TeamYeoneo Nen
Windows
ARSE-DIAS는 주인공 루나의 시점으로 진행하는 스토리 추리 퍼즐 게임입니다. "내가 그날에 버리고 온 모든 기억을 찾아 줘. 내가 다시 선을 넘지 않을 수 있도록."
Why similar: Investigation 42.3%, Drama 17.3%, Emotional 13.9%, Logic 9.6%, Adventure 6.3%
- #55 Kayotica
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kicksoft Studio
Windows
In Kayotica, you play as April—a clever but manipulative student caught in a web of friendship, rivalry, and dark crimes. What begins as ordinary campus life quickly turns into a mystery of betrayal, hidden truths, and a shocking murder. Can you solve the mystery, or will you become the next victim?
Why similar: Investigation 20%, Visual Novel 17.2%, Drama 11.2%, Adventure 9.3%, Anime 8.4%
- #56 終わりの鐘が鳴る前に Chapter3
67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Cynical Honey
Windows
「これは何を手にするために、何かを失う物語」 季節は変わり冬になる。死神の条件のために主人公、長谷部涼平は菅野雪乃への恋心を自覚するが、彼女の親友に想いを寄せられてしまい、今度は三角関係の当事者になってしまった。自分の未来を掴むためにも菅野雪乃との両思いを目指すことになるが…。青春群像劇ビジュアルドラマ三部作の最終章が遂に開幕!
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.4%, Adventure 16.7%, Drama 15%, Text-Based 12.7%, Emotional 9.7%
- #57 Majoris Nightmare
66% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Marinheirus Studio
Windows
A dark, story-rich puzzle adventure where every clue matters. Think carefully, read with attention, and make meaningful choices and be ready to act fast when danger strikes to uncover the truth and save your daughter.
Why similar: Investigation 54.4%, Horror 13.2%, Logic 9.9%, Story Rich 8.7%, Adventure 7.5%
- #58 Perseverance: Part 2
67% matchPositive86% of 29 reviews2022
Dev: Titanite NovelsPub: Feardemic
Windows
🔪 Perseverance: Part 2 is a 2nd installment in the horror/crime thriller visual novel series. Play as Karen, a calculated assassin on the prowl for her next target, and witness the gripping story of secrets, passion, and violence. 🔪
Why similar: Investigation 24.9%, Visual Novel 14.9%, Drama 13.9%, Horror 11.9%, Story Rich 8%
- #59 Sugar Sweet Temptation
66% matchVery Positive98% of 182 reviews2023
Dev: RecettePub: Love Lab, Inc.
Windows
On the whimsical Night of the Fairies, Crow Yamada lands on the rooftop of a quaint patisserie known as Folkroll. Without any memories, he strives to help the cute employees by becoming the best baker around in this sugary sweet visual novel.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.4%, Drama 17.8%, Anime 13.5%, Cute 12.4%, Emotional 11.3%
- #60 Gray Protocol
65% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Ctrl Z Crew
Windows
Seventy-eight years after the Great Collapse, the city of Belmarc stands as a beacon of civilization amid the ruins. A city where magic and technology intertwine, where humans and machines coexist. And in its depths, one Courier begins to chase the forgotten sins of the past.
Why similar: Investigation 26.7%, Visual Novel 18.9%, Drama 14%, Story Rich 10.1%, Adventure 9%