- #1 Ninon the Upside-Down Mermaid
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Atelier in WonderlandPub: Transparent Games
Windows
A fairy-tale otome visual novel about a reverse mermaid princess searching for love, acceptance, and a place where she belongs. Inspired by The Little Mermaid and set in a Victorian-inspired world.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 21.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.1%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Casual 10.6%, Anime 7.1%
- #2 Cherry's JOI
96% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Cagey Games
Windows
Obey or resist in this hypnotic JOI experience where Cherry guides your every move. A twisted blend of suggestive gameplay, teasing narration, and darkly erotic choices awaits.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 24.7%, Visual Novel 16.3%, Casual 12.8%, Anime 9.4%, Romance 8.5%
- #3 Wet Streets 💧
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: TheBigO GamesPub: EroBits
Windows · Mac · Linux
Kenzie’s surprise was clear when she walked in the aftermath of the midnight rain. The streets were dead except for one lonely soul. A soul as hot and horny as her own! In no time at all, the two latex lovers get the streets dirty all over again! A rain is coming, but this time, it’s hot and steamy!
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 19.3%, Interactive Fiction 18.1%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Romance 10.4%, Sexual Content 7.7%
- #4 The Caffeine Chronicles
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Pegasus136GamesPub: Pegasus136games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A philosophical interactive visual novel about everyday interactions
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 21.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.2%, Visual Novel 14.6%, Casual 10.6%, Emotional 7.7%
- #5 Rebels - Under the Spell of Magic (Chapter 4)
94% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: BrotherWood Games
Windows
A Visual Novel game about adventure, fantasy, magic and friendship. This is a continuation of Chapter 3. There are only a few choices that can be made, and some paths to choose from. The decisions do not have an impact on the ending, instead they provide slightly different content.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 18.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.8%, Visual Novel 14%, Romance 9.8%, Anime 9.4%
- #6 NTR Fantasy [ZXH-001]
94% matchMixed67% of 66 reviews2026
Dev: zhenxin_corp
Windows
This Bishojo Visual Novel/Dating Sim gives you just 10 days to pursue three attractive heroines. Your choices directly branch the storyline and are the sole key to unlocking the visual content. Features 200 high-quality, sensational Event CGs capturing intimate moments.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 18.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 18%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Romance 10.4%, Sexual Content 9.3%
- #7 Girls' Dorm -Managing an all-girls' dormitory-
92% matchPositive95% of 42 reviews2026
Dev: AZARASHI SOFTWARE PLUS ONEPub: Shiravune
Windows
Managing a dormitory is hard work—especially when its residents are all girls! Does Haruto have what it takes to deal with this garden of flowers?
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 23.9%, Visual Novel 19.3%, Romance 12.6%, Dialogue Heavy 10.5%, Casual 7%
- #8 Dere-chat
93% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Sleepy_Fox_Interactive
Windows · Linux
An Interactive Visual Novel with 35 story branches, 150 unique lines of dialogue, unlockable skins and many wholesome vibes! Dere-chan is always kind, happy, and energetic so whatever happens she'll always be there with kindness and support!
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 23.5%, Interactive Fiction 20.6%, Visual Novel 14%, Dialogue Heavy 8.2%, Text-Based 7.4%
- #9 RETURN Machine.Love()
91% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2026
Dev: Fable BaePub: Fable Was Here
Windows · Mac · Linux
3 different Robot-romance stories. Written, drawn, and made by humans, for humans. Since the very moment the first mechanical mind became aware of itself, it craved love. No one truly understand why the heart made of copper and wires started beating, but it did. Even after we were gone.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 23.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 18.3%, Visual Novel 15.4%, Text-Based 8.6%, Casual 8.1%
- #10 あきのかえりみち<完全版>
91% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: murase
Windows · Mac
One autumn evening. You return home with your childhood friend Akino... but Akino suddenly says something strange... This is a slightly sad romance novel game using image generation AI.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 18.2%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Romance 10%, Text-Based 9.6%, Dialogue Heavy 8%
- #11 Nurse Me!
90% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Dharker Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Enjoy your time in a hospital with a sexy doctor, nurse and an idol roommate! An adult visual novel adventure with multiple endings.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 21.6%, Interactive Fiction 20.8%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Romance 8.4%, Sexual Content 6%
- #12 Soy Supremacy
89% matchPositive79% of 33 reviews2025
Dev: AL StudioPub: NSFW18 Games
Windows
Run a vegan cafe by day, sell illegal meat & fast food by night! Romance rebellious girls while dodging the law in the world of Soy Supremacy, romantic and sweet visual novel. Can you make profit, make your girls happy and stay out of jail?
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 18%, Choose Your Own Adventure 18%, Visual Novel 14.7%, Romance 9.5%, Sexual Content 7.9%
- #13 Uchikano - Living With My Lovers
89% matchVery Positive98% of 54 reviews2023
Dev: ArgonautsPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Enjoy a slice-of-life romance with two musicians who come to live with you in this kinetic visual novel. Experience plenty of charming, endearing moments in the intimacy of a shared space as the three of you grow closer and become lovers.
Why similar: Visual Novel 12.4%, Interactive Fiction 11.4%, Romance 10.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10%, Emotional 8.9%
- #14 Venus: Improbable Dream
88% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: Borealis
Windows · Mac
Born with a birth defect that he hates, Kakeru struggles with severe anxiety and depression. Guide his timid decisions as he takes a brave step into a new world - joining his school's music club, making unexpected and inspiring new connections, and daring to dream again.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 15.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.5%, Visual Novel 12.6%, Emotional 9.8%, Romance 9%
- #15 Pictures at an Exhibition
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: ixtli
Windows
Aozora Haru, a troubled, recently orphaned art student, finds it hard to attach much meaning to many of the things in his life. Through the meaningful bonds he has created with the people close to him, however, he begins to understand that life is much more important than it initially seems.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 24.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 20.6%, Casual 11.8%, Anime 9.6%, Emotional 8.6%
- #16 CamGirls: Sophie X Rias
87% matchPositive88% of 24 reviews2021
Dev: Dharker Studios
Windows
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: Interactive Fiction 18.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.8%, Visual Novel 14.4%, Romance 9.3%, Dialogue Heavy 8.2%
- #17 Real Life Plus Ver. Kaname Komatsuzaki
86% matchPositive91% of 43 reviews2020
Dev: Fan-naPub: Sekai Project
Windows · Mac · Linux
Real Life Plus Ver. Kaname Komatsuzaki is a game that lets you enjoy life interacting and growing up with Kaname Komatsuzaki, a childhood friend of protagonist, Kouichi.
Why similar: Casual 15.7%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Interactive Fiction 12.8%, Romance 12.2%, Anime 10.2%
- #18 A Whore New Ball Game
85% matchPositive81% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: Infidelisoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
A Whore New Ball Game is a cuckold visual novel in which you help your financially struggling store survive by selling your wife to strangers.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 13.1%, Visual Novel 12%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.9%, Dynamic Narration 9.7% ★, Romance 8.9%
- #19 Whispering Memories
84% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Stellar Forge
Windows · Mac · Linux
Return to a hometown that hasn’t changed the way it should have. A psychological visual novel focused on atmosphere, relationships, and a reality that slowly refuses to stay still. Can you uncover the truth before it consumes you?
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 19%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.9%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Dialogue Heavy 10.5%, Text-Based 9.2%
- #20 Where is my lady?
84% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Paradox White Cat
Windows
A vibrant fantasy visual novel with multiple endings and choices.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 22%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.4%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Casual 8.2%, Anime 7.5%
- #21 NTR Clinic
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Tryst
Windows
At a hospital built to repair relationships, Dr. Ryo Kurose can only respond to women who already have partners. Choose his day and night visits, uncover varied endings across four interwoven routes, and experience 70+ H-scene CGs and animations with full Japanese voice acting.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 22%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.6%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Anime 7.6%, Emotional 7.2%
- #22 Courage for a Kiss
83% matchPositive89% of 46 reviews2019
Dev: Mikołaj Spychał
Windows · Mac · Linux
Can a group of high school students write and perform an original stage play and win the national contest? Will they find love along the way? Find out in this Visual Novel!
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 16.2%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Interactive Fiction 12.9%, Romance 10.4%, Anime 9%
- #23 Cultural Exchange
81% matchMixed60% of 30 reviews2025
Dev: AL StudioPub: NSFW18 Games
Windows
Lera & Nia just arrived! Your father is sending two young girls to live with you but why? how? Are you the big brother you think you are?
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 19.6%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Romance 13.4%, Text-Based 12%, Anime 6.6%
- #24 Shinjuku Hearts
81% matchPositive97% of 32 reviews2023
Dev: Koi Spirit
Windows
Skateboard into the bustling city of Shinjuku in this beautiful, hand drawn, adult visual novel. Follow the misadventures of Guy as he humorously pursues the affection of sexy ladies and discovers their heartfelt stories. Which girl will you choose?
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 19.3%, Visual Novel 14.3%, Text-Based 12.1%, Romance 11.1%, Emotional 6.9%
- #25 Elisa: Seduce the Innkeeper
82% matchMostly Positive72% of 194 reviews2017
Dev: Neoclassic Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The player doesn't impersonate a simple man, but a powerful, rich and famous nobleman who seems to be able to obtain whatever he wishes for. But will this be enough this time?
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 19.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 19.1%, Visual Novel 14.4%, Romance 10.9%, Anime 7.1%
- #26 방과 후 특별지도 (After-school Confession)
79% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: gotokiPub: UNIZSHOP
Windows
“지애 쌤이랑 사귀고 싶지?”, "너랑 지애 쌤이 잘 될 수 있게 도와줄게.” ㅡ짝사랑을 좇아 멘토링 프로그램에 들어온 주인공. 그러나 그곳에서 만난 멘티 서희는 선생님과 맺어질 수 있게 돕겠다며 이상한 제안을 해오는데—서희의 제안 뒤에 숨겨진 진짜 의도는 무엇일까? 어딘가 수상한 4차원 소녀와 함께하는 예측 불가능한 연애 협동.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 27.3%, Visual Novel 18.8%, Romance 13.4%, Text-Based 11%, Casual 8.9%
- #27 HimaNatsu: Of Churches, Sunflowers, and Long Summers
77% matchVery Positive94% of 71 reviews2026
Dev: MakuraPub: Kagami Games
Windows
The classic visual novel 'HimaNatsu' from the critically acclaimed developer Makura is available in English for the first time! Weave a cheerful yet sometimes painful tale of promises and redemption together with the Oboshiro Choir Squad in this never-ending summer vacation.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 26.4%, Visual Novel 20.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.6%, Casual 13.3%, Anime 10.3%
- #28 Serena: Dark confessions
80% matchMixed60% of 43 reviews2022
Dev: Lesson of Passion
Windows
An erotic visual novel full of meaningful choices mixed with adventure game elements, non-linear story resulting in 9 diverse endings. Multiple narrators and characters you care about. All with 4k visuals, sex animations and awesome cumshots.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 18.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.2%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Sexual Content 12%, Nudity 9.2%
- #29 Royal Signal : The Prince’s 5 Days
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SANGNII
Windows · Mac
Four princesses gather before the Crown Prince of the mightiest kingdom — you. Wield your royal gift — Telepathy — to peer into their hidden hearts. Behind every dazzling smile, each princess hides her own truth. Five days. See past the masks and choose the one to stand by your side.
Why similar: Visual Novel 15.9%, Romance 13.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13%, Text-Based 12.5%, Anime 7.3%
- #30 Obsessed Mita
78% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Mature Games
Windows
Obsessed Mita is an adult romance visual novel about friendship, jealousy, temptation, and a relationship that slowly becomes something far more intense.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 14.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.1%, Artificial Intelligence 11.6%, Visual Novel 11.5%, Sexual Content 9.6%
- #31 Цветок
77% matchVery Positive91% of 58 reviews2026
Dev: Aventy's team
Windows
An interactive story about a researcher who was spoken to by his experimental plant. Interact with the story and get one of three ending options.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 21.2%, Interactive Fiction 18.4%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Casual 13.1%, Choices Matter 7.9%
- #32 My Toes Story
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Osjey Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A dating visual novel where you play as a young salaryman trying to balance work and romance. Make choices that guide your relationships, meet unique waifus, and fulfill your hidden desires.
Why similar: Visual Novel 18.6%, Romance 14.3%, Interactive Fiction 13.9%, Anime 10.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.5%
- #33 声韵之恋
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 铃墨文化
Windows
《声韵之恋》是一款以配音行业为题材的 GALGAME。作品以配音导演张文轩为主角,他受友人委托承接一部番剧的配音执导工作,借此与三位风格各异的配音演员相遇结缘并了解配音行业的真实生态与圈内文化。
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 20.4%, Visual Novel 16.8%, Dialogue Heavy 12.2%, Text-Based 10.4%, Emotional 10%
- #34 All (Too) Good Things
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: YOWPY games
Windows
Your job is to make humanity happy. Observe the people living in your assigned district and make the best choices to ensure everyone's happiness.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 24.4%, Interactive Fiction 23.6%, Visual Novel 15.7%, Text-Based 13.4%, Dialogue Heavy 10%
- #35 目を閉じてプレイするゲーム「星の記す真実」
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TeamKomori
Windows
When you start the game, the narrator will instruct you to “close your eyes.” At that moment, whether you actually close them or keep them open will change the course of the story. Listen carefully to the voice as you proceed, and find your way to the truth.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 20.8%, Visual Novel 15.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.8%, Text-Based 9.5%, Dialogue Heavy 8.3%
- #36 Alice & Aidy: The Big Adventure
74% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Sloth AI Games
Windows
Alice & Aidy: The Big Adventure is a warm interactive story with a gentle children’s sci-fi feel. When Alice struggles to write about the future, she meets Aidy, an old companion robot. Read, choose, and explore as they search for lost sparks and learn to ask, create, and choose for themselves.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 29.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 18.9%, Visual Novel 18.4%, Casual 11%, Anime 8%
- #37 LOVEPICAL-POPPY!
73% matchVery Positive94% of 382 reviews2025
Dev: SMEEPub: Kagami Games
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 32.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Choose Your Own Adventure 22%, Visual Novel 21.6%, Interactive Fiction 14.2%, Romance 13.5%, Anime 11.9%
- #38 Honey Trap Amnesia
73% matchPositive94% of 49 reviews2025
Dev: MSub-MasochistPub: Tensei Games
Windows
In this game, you play as the protagonist and make your way through the story in visual novel format. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the adventure!
Why similar: Visual Novel 15.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.9%, Interactive Fiction 14.2%, Romance 12.7%, Emotional 12%
- #39 Jessica's Choices - Forced [Episode 1]
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DoAdventures
Windows · Mac · Linux
Your story continues right where Origins left off. Whether Jessica finds herself wandering the streets alone, caught in George’s web of deceit, or trapped in the unsettling confines of Margaret Thatuals under Professor Trounch’s watchful gaze and the orderlies, every choice matters.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.2%, Interactive Fiction 14.9%, Casual 9.7%, Emotional 6.4%
- #40 Half Past Fate: Romantic Distancing
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 48 reviews2021
Dev: Serenity ForgePub: Way Down Deep
Windows · Mac
Finding true love is hard enough when it’s in person! Build a relationship through the screen as a couple copes with lockdown life by staying connected online! Will their love be loud and clear, or will their signals fade away?
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 12.5%, Romance 12.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.2%, Visual Novel 10.7%, Text-Based 10.3%
- #41 and Roger
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,850 reviews2025
Dev: TearyHand StudioPub: Kodansha
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 1.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
It was a morning like all others, until she realized her dad wasn't home. In his place, a stranger who speaks nonsense and insists she "takes her medicine". Who is he? Where is dad?
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 19.6%, Visual Novel 13.5%, Romance 11.9%, Text-Based 8.5%, Emotional 7.7%
- #42 Erotic Fantasy Camp
71% matchPositive84% of 45 reviews2026
Dev: Fantasy Games
Windows
Arrive at Fantasy Camp for fun and relaxation, only to uncover mysteries that awaken more than curiosity. Build intimate bonds with the camp counsellor and other members as desire, danger, and passion intertwine across every wild corner of nature.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 20.3%, Visual Novel 14.6%, Artificial Intelligence 13.2%, Romance 11.6%, Sexual Content 6.8%
- #43 The Night Heist
74% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Ladell Parks
Windows
Meet Mariah, Maria, and Missy a group of college girls from Greeley University of Arts, however like most people who attend college find themselves also working a part-time job trying to pay off their student loans and other bills. For Mariah, working part time at a shop wasn’t enough.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 24.3%, Visual Novel 20.5%, Casual 14.5%, Anime 11.1%, Romance 10.5%
- #44 The Day It Rained Blood
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: REDXZONEPub: RPLAY GAMES
Windows
The Day It Rained Blood is an adult dark-romance visual novel where you choose between a girl cursed to die each day and a childhood friend blessed by fate. Enter the tragedy beneath the blood rain to save her—or turn from the curse and protect your peaceful life.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 20.5%, Visual Novel 15%, Romance 11.1%, Text-Based 10.2%, Dialogue Heavy 9%
- #45 Hey Stranger! I Dare You to Love Me!
69% matchVery Positive86% of 245 reviews2025
Dev: Pound Cake WorkshopPub: Kupaa Games
Windows
In this saucy 2D visual novel, you find yourself in a strange new town in which all of its residents are promiscuous and eager to get to know the newcomer! The story will depend entirely on your own choices. Will you give in to passion and accept the locals' blatant advances?
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 14%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.2%, Visual Novel 12.1%, Romance 9.2%, Sexual Content 8.4%
- #46 Star Crystal Warriors Go!
70% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2025
Dev: Choice of Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
When nightmare monsters invade your city, can you and your friends defeat them with your dream magic and still make it to school on time? A text-based interactive magical girl anime novel, 250,000 words and hundreds of choices, without graphics or sound effects.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 20.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.1%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Text-Based 11.2%, Emotional 9.4%
- #47 Dawn of Gray
72% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Wistfulware
Windows
Dawn of Gray is a single-player visual novel with a distinctive style, in which you play the role of a young man discovering himself and his feelings.
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.5%, Romance 15.9%, Interactive Fiction 15.6%, Anime 12.8%, Emotional 10.1%
- #48 The Trials of Ozymandias
71% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Golden Axolotl Studios
Windows · Mac
The Trials of Ozymandias is a visual novel set in the high fantasy world of the kingdom of Johrotos. In the capitol city, Dassi, resides the most famous adventurer's guild in all the land: Talleh-Hoy. This is where your story begins.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 22%, Choose Your Own Adventure 19.5%, Visual Novel 16.2%, Text-Based 13.8%, Anime 8.9%
- #49 LifeSimOS
68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Clayton Davis
Windows
A story-rich coming-of-age experience told through a 2004 desktop, where friendships, music, and late-night conversations shape who you become. Explore chats, drama, mini-games, and the early internet in a branching story about growing up, making mistakes, and finding your place.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 23.3%, Visual Novel 18.5%, Dialogue Heavy 12.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.1%, Text-Based 11%
- #50 Heartsworn Abyss
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: sky blue asterPub: Saikey Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Heartsworn Abyss is a survival-thriller taking place in a modern dystopian world. Can Rei, a broken man whose life is on the mend, hope to oppose the sinister machinations of Saitou Corporation? Or will he and Akari be swallowed by Miyogawa’s darkness, to be strung along like broken puppets?
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 13.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.7%, Visual Novel 12.1%, Romance 10.3%, Emotional 9.1%
- #51 - Mischief Dungeon Life - 異世界転生した俺のイタズラダンジョンライフ AshaEdition
71% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: CyberStep, Inc.
Windows
After an accident, Renji was reborn in another world as a "shapeshifter," a demon that can transform at will. He was reborn in a dungeon inhabited by demons… Using new demon powers, a thrilling and exciting life in the mischief dungeon begins…!
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 26.4%, Visual Novel 18.4%, Romance 15.7%, Cute 6.9%, Relaxing 6.6%
- #52 Rewrite+
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 798 reviews2021
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 61.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
In this city built upon the ideal coexistence of civilization and the environment, Tennouji Kotarou spends his days with his friends, Kanbe Kotori and Yoshino Haruhiko. In this peaceful city, a tumultuous event shakes the foundations of Kazamatsuri once a year.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 22.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 19.3%, Visual Novel 19.2%, Anime 12.1%, Romance 8.5%
- #53 Ms Morisson
67% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Lounatick Creations
Windows · Mac · Linux
A sheltered young man falls for the woman next door - older, married, and haunted by a past she can't escape. As friendship blurs into forbidden desire, every stolen moment draws them deeper. A mature visual novel about temptation, guilt, and the danger of feeling truly alive.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 18%, Interactive Fiction 17.7%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Romance 13.8%, Sexual Content 11.7%
- #54 Border of her Heart
70% matchMixed67% of 73 reviews2018
Dev: Tuomo LainePub: Tuomo's games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Border of her Heart is a VN about Border control.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 18.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.4%, Visual Novel 12.8%, Text-Based 10.2%, Romance 9.5%
- #55 Love Potions Suck: A Text Romance
67% match3 user reviews75% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Grumpo Games
Windows
A funny, emotional text-based romance where your awkward crush meets accidental magic. Make branching choices, build relationships, and maybe ruin Valentine’s Day with a love potion that definitely shouldn’t have worked.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 28.8%, Interactive Fiction 27.3%, Text-Based 16.6%, Romance 14.9%, Casual 11.1%
- #56 Hakuba School ! Hunting Prey
69% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Kenbu
Windows
Welcome to Hakuba school! Live a student life in Hakuba and solve the mysteries surrounding the school and your past...
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 20.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 19.7%, Visual Novel 16%, Anime 10.5%, Text-Based 8.9%
- #57 The Noob Adventures: Fool For Love
67% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Ping Group
Windows · Linux
A visual novel set in the world of 'The Noob Adventures'. Meet and talk to your favourite characters in this nostalgic fan-fiction.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 20.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 18.6%, Visual Novel 15.3%, Text-Based 13.2%, Romance 11.5%
- #58 All Scars and Starlight
66% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: ebi-hime
Windows · Mac · Linux
A dark boys love / boys hate visual novel set in a 1001 Nights inspired world full of political intrigue. Yuel, once the King of Indra, is deposed by his older cousin, Tavi, during a coup and imprisoned within the palace. An uneasy relationship between them grows, and then...
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 22.1%, Visual Novel 15.5%, Anime 10.1%, Romance 9.2%, Emotional 8.5%
- #59 Template!! An Angel's Gift
64% matchVery Positive94% of 137 reviews2026
Dev: CIRCUSPub: Kagami Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The 4K Ultra HD Remaster of "Template!! An Angel's Gift"—a hilarious slice-of-life visual novel—is now on Steam! Follow Sakura Sora, whose bizarre new condition makes ridiculous "classic tropes" real, sparking a twist-filled daily comedy with unique companions.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 28.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 20.2%, Visual Novel 19%, Casual 14%, Anime 9.1%
- #60 Upgrade My Heart
65% matchPositive81% of 36 reviews2025
Dev: AL StudioPub: NSFW18 Games
Windows
Mathew builds an AI robot with stolen tech. As the government closes in, trust, love, and survival collide in this sci-fi visual novel full of choices.
Why similar: Interactive Fiction 17.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 16.8%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Sexual Content 10.8%, Text-Based 9.3%