60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Visual Novel, Anime, Singleplayer, Story Rich.
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.)
CLANNAD
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.
AIR
Summer stretches on endlessly. Beneath the vast blue sky. Beneath the air in which she awaits— AIR, the second game released by visual novel studio Key, is now available on Steam! Now featuring the side story novel, "First Sky Chapter" and full voice support!
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 33.9%, Romance 15.4%, Anime 15.3%, Dating Sim 15.1%, Emotional 5%
Summer stretches on endlessly. Beneath the vast blue sky. Beneath the air in which she awaits— AIR, the second game released by visual novel studio Key, is now available on Steam! Now featuring the side story novel, "First Sky Chapter" and full voice support!
Why similar: Dating Sim 16.3%, Visual Novel 14.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.6%, Text-Based 8.3%, 2D Platformer 8%
Capturing the hearts of countless fans since 2007, Little Busters! is an emotional visual novel from Key, the minds behind Angel Beats! and CLANNAD. This special English release supports touch controls and dynamic switching between English and Japanese text, and is in HD for the first time on PC.
Why similar: Visual Novel 33.6%, Anime 12.6%, Dating Sim 12.3%, Simulation 10%, Romance 8.2%
"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 20%, Visual Novel 19.7%, Drama 10.8%, Anime 8.3%, Adventure 7.7%
No matter how much times passes... I remember that blue, blue summer. Summer Pockets, the midsummer story brought to you by Key, has been powered-up with even more to play, including new heroines and routes, in Summer Pockets REFLECTION BLUE, now available on Steam!
Why similar: Visual Novel 19%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.5%, Dating Sim 13.1%, Emotional 9.4%, Anime 7.9%
*This game is only available in Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. 「メモリーズオフ」シリーズ1作目 1999年に登場した恋愛アドベンチャーゲーム「メモリーズオフ」をフルＨＤ移植。
Why similar: Dating Sim 22%, Visual Novel 18.1%, Drama 15.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15%, Adventure 7.7%
The reborn HD edition, Remastered by Siro! Set in Piova, the city of music and endless rain. Guide Chris Vertin on the path to become a master musician in a harmonious fusion of Visual Novel and Music-based gameplay.
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.4%, Dating Sim 17.4%, Romance 13.5%, Anime 12%, Emotional 7.5%
planetarian HD is an engaging and emotional visual novel from legendary game studio, Key. A sub-brand of VISUAL ARTS, Key are also famed for creating Kanon, AIR, CLANNAD, Little Busters!, Rewrite, Angel Beats!, and Summer Pockets.
Why similar: Visual Novel 36%, Anime 18.8%, Drama 16%, Casual 6.4%, Simulation 6%
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 23.3%, Visual Novel 20.4%, Romance 13.8%, Anime 9.6%, Cute 6.5%
CHAOS;HEAD NOAH is now available on Steam!
Why similar: Visual Novel 59.7%, Anime 23%, Adventure 10.6%, Romance 3.2%, Choices Matter 1.3%
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: Visual Novel 21.4%, Romance 15.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.8%, Anime 11%, Cute 9.7%
A tale told with vivid colors and rich sound in a classic TYPE-MOON visual novel.
Why similar: Visual Novel 38%, Drama 20%, Anime 13.7%, Emotional 9.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 7.4%
Enjoy short after stories for the heroines of the 9-nine- series in 9-nine-:NewEpisode!
Why similar: Dating Sim 23%, Visual Novel 20.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.9%, Anime 8.7%, Casual 7.4%
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: Visual Novel 20.5%, Dating Sim 17.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.5%, Anime 11.1%, Romance 7.3%
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: Visual Novel 21%, Romance 13.8%, Emotional 11.4%, Dating Sim 8.8%, Anime 8.6%
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: Visual Novel 27.4%, Anime 15.6%, Romance 13%, Cute 12.1%, Emotional 9.5%
One of the most highly-acclaimed visual novel series arrives on Steam, newly revamped and officially in English! An interdimensional love story that takes high school romance on a roller-coaster ride through the depths of despair, culminating in a sci-fi grand finale of epic proportions.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 18.9%, Romance 18.8%, Anime 15.2%, Cute 9%
"planetarian: Snow Globe," the prequel to Key's sci-fi kinetic novel "planetarian: The Reverie of a Little Planet," is now available with binaural audio support! Enjoy the story of a companion robot and her coworkers at a planetarium, and the simple joys they find in their everyday lives.
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.5%, Drama 18.7%, Simulation 13%, Anime 11.7%, Cute 9.2%
From the creators of Angel Beats! and CLANNAD, Key, comes their latest emotional, award-winning journey. Follow protagonist Takahara Hairi as he travels to the secluded island Torishirojima, where he rediscovers what it means to enjoy summer vacation.
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.1%, Dating Sim 14.7%, Emotional 11.1%, Anime 10.7%, Adventure 9.9%
A story of three girls and one season in the snowy town of Minamiouse.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.3%, Drama 14%, Emotional 12.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.8%, Dating Sim 8.1%
Delve further into the world of CLANNAD and experience the stories beyond the original visual novel adventure. Known as CLANNAD Hikari Mimamoru Sakamichi de in Japan, This Steam version features high resolution assets and is translated into English for the very first time.
Why similar: Visual Novel 54.7%, Anime 15.1%, Casual 12.6%, Cute 9.2%, Romance 8.3%
“A holy night with no dawn, my dear...” You awaken in a strange town full of art, blanketed in snow, and enclosed by a massive wall. On Christmas, it all burns down—and the girl who loves it most rewinds time to the start of Advent. Find the truth in the loop and paint it on this canvas of a town!
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.6%, Drama 15.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14%, Emotional 12.5%, Cute 10%
"This is the Gunjo Broadcasting Club. Is there anyone left out there?” CROSS†CHANNEL is now available to the whole world for the first time ever. Eight students relive an eternally looping week as tensions rise. Can they mend their broken friendships, or are they too far gone to salvage...?
Why similar: Visual Novel 38.1%, Anime 16.8%, Simulation 16.8%, Adventure 11.2%, Casual 10.7%
Visual novel loved by many – Everlasting Summer – now on Steam!
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.5%, Anime 16.7%, Romance 13.4%, Dating Sim 13.4%, Multiple Endings 5.1%
Seek the root of the Fate franchise. Return to where it all began.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.6%, Anime 15.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.5%, Emotional 9.5%, Romance 8.1%
The late-’90s landmark visual novel from AQUAPLUS is back and fully remastered with 3D scenes and animations, full HD resolution, the choice between the original cast or all-new voiceovers, and international translations for the first time ever!
Why similar: Visual Novel 31%, Anime 17.9%, Emotional 14.1%, Cute 12%, Multiple Endings 10.2%
Da Capo 3 R is a visual novel set in a secret magic school hidden beneath the city of London. This slice-of-life story will blossom into a tale of love, romance, and friendship as the students overcome the magic trials that await.
Why similar: Dating Sim 20.6%, Visual Novel 16.6%, Romance 11.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.6%, Anime 9.2%
Umineko When They Cry is the 2nd series of Sound Novel released by 07th Expansion. The steam version features renewed character sprites which is swappable from the classic art.
Why similar: Visual Novel 68.8%, Anime 20.3%, Adventure 5.4%, Romance 4.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%
Relive the four days of destiny...
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.3%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Anime 10.4%, Text-Based 7.8%
From renowned visual novel studio Key, this is the sequel to the highly acclaimed visual novel CLANNAD. Featuring a truly memorable continuation to Tomoya and Tomoyo's journey, Tomoyo After promises to draw you even further into CLANNAD's world.
Why similar: Visual Novel 50.4%, Anime 19.8%, Romance 13%, Adventure 8.9%, Casual 7.6%
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 36%, Dating Sim 19.8%, Anime 16%, Romance 13.6%, Casual 6.4%
This is the 2nd half of the Umineko When They Cry sound novel series, featuring episodes 5 through 8. This steam version features multi-language options, swap-able renewed character sprites, as well as the original BGMs and un-cut content.
Why similar: Visual Novel 58.9%, Anime 17.5%, Adventure 9.8%, Romance 8.6%, Emotional 4.6%
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: Visual Novel 17.5%, Dating Sim 16.4%, Romance 10.7%, Text-Based 10.4%, Anime 9.9%
From renowned visual novel studio Key, which brought you the highly rated visual novel “planetarian~the reverie of a little planet~”, this is “Harmonia”, the latest kinetic novel in the series.
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.3%, Anime 20.4%, Simulation 16.5%, Adventure 12.6%, Casual 11.2%
Japanese coming-of-age VN from hit developer AZARASHI SOFTWARE. After moving to a sleepy seaside town, Haruto befriends three unforgettable heroines, each with unique traits—and a surprise confession. Navigate your own summer of love on this sugar-sweet journey of romance and discovery.
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.2%, Dating Sim 19.8%, Romance 15.5%, Emotional 9.6%, Cute 9.1%
The pioneering nakige that made a generation cry... Legendary '90s visual novel ONE. is back and better than ever with updated art, animations, and features!
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.1%, Anime 13.7%, Text-Based 12.9%, Emotional 12.1%, Cute 8.5%
"Kimi ga Nozomu Eien" returns as an Enhanced Edition! This legendary visual novel left fans emotionally wrecked for days after its release, and two decades later, its rollercoaster storyline still captivates hearts. Experience the romance that shook a generation!
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.7%, Drama 20%, Choose Your Own Adventure 16.4%, Romance 14.5%, Anime 12.1%
かけがえのない想いを見つけた、その先に――
Why similar: Dating Sim 26.6%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.2%, Adventure 9.5%, Drama 9.3%
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 17.4%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Text-Based 11%, Romance 10.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8%
*This game is only available in Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. 今年もここ、神奈川県藤川市にある藤林高等学校にも春が訪れた。 教室の窓から差し込む暖かい日差しにまどろみながら「芹澤 直樹」はいつも願う。 ｢ちなつは、なおくんの嫁なのです！」 そんなことを恥ずかしげもなく言える幼なじみの「天川 ちなつ」や学校の仲間たちと、ずっと楽しく過ごせればいいのに──。 しかし、その願いは唐突に打ち砕かれる。 突如として現れた謎の少女「南雲 霞」 そして始まった霞と秘密の同棲生活。
Why similar: Dating Sim 22.7%, Visual Novel 19%, Drama 16.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.5%, Adventure 9.9%
Bokuten is a dramatic, emotional visual novel where you must play cupid and decide if the relationships you witness are worth rekindling, or if letting them fall apart would result in greater happiness. The decisions you make will echo into the course of your own love life.
Why similar: Visual Novel 17.6%, Dating Sim 15.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.9%, Romance 11.3%, Anime 9.9%
*This game is only available in Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. 主人公「伊波健」は、私立の高校に通う高校３年生。 ずっと変わらないと、信じていた。 半年前から交際している同級生の「白河ほたる」との幸せな状況も、２人の関係も。 しかし、ある出来事を境に変化が訪れる。 些細な誤解。すれ違う心……。 小さな変化は、やがて取り返しのつかないところまで膨らんで……。 そんな最中、２人の間にある数え切れぬほどの想い出を振り切ってでも、一緒にいたいと思える女性が現れたとしたら……。
Why similar: Dating Sim 23.1%, Visual Novel 19.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.9%, Drama 13.1%, Adventure 9.8%
Now remastered in Full HD and updated for all ages! Originally released in 2008 and later adapted into an anime, this beloved title has been carefully refined under the supervision of Lump of Sugar, crafting an improved version that every generation of gamers will love.
Why similar: Visual Novel 14.5%, Dating Sim 14.4%, Drama 12.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.2%, Text-Based 11.5%
“If you don't tie the knot with the person of your dreams within the next year, you'll be in big trouble.” So forewarns Urara, the self-proclaimed Goddess of Matchmaking... kicking off a rowdy rom-com adventure!
Why similar: Dating Sim 29.8%, Visual Novel 24.5%, Emotional 9.5%, Cute 9.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.1%
A Japanese love adventure game, as you follow the story of Kogasaka You, his hometown and a promise he made.
Why similar: Visual Novel 48.3%, Anime 16.6%, Adventure 12.5%, Cute 11.6%, Casual 10.5%
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 23.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.6%, Romance 12.6%, Visual Novel 7.9%, Cute 7.7%
Love, Elections, and Chocolate is a romantic visual novel developed by the Japanese game studio Sprite. Upon its release in Japan, it garnered numerous awards for its exceptional art, captivating music, and well-crafted characters.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26%, Romance 17.8%, Emotional 9.9%, Drama 9.7%, Text-Based 8.4%
A school romance adventure masterpiece is remastered and now released on Steam!
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.1%, Drama 24.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.9%, Adventure 10.5%, Anime 8.9%
There is a girl, searching for something she lost... Tamayura Mirai is a midsummer fantasy visual novel of humans, spirits, and sorcerers that's won several industry awards in Japan.
Why similar: Dating Sim 19.3%, Visual Novel 16%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.9%, Romance 10.5%, Anime 9.1%
Welcome back to your childhood town! The Full HD Remaster of Karigurashi Ren’ai: Living on Borrowed Love perfectly preserves ASa Project's signature blend of comedy and heartwarming charm while offering a stunning new visual experience.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.5%, Anime 14.9%, Text-Based 12.5%, Adventure 8.5%
"Return to that summer with you..." Ryusei returns to the small island of his younger years, where time flows by gently, to spend a fairy-tale summer vacation with his childhood friend who was spirited away.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.3%, Dating Sim 13.7%, Drama 13.6%, Romance 10.8%, Anime 10.7%
Yunagicho, a town lined with Western-style homes. The previous autumn was when Yuzuki came to this town and met the animal eared girls and started working with them at Cafe Setaria.
Why similar: Dating Sim 26.9%, Visual Novel 22.2%, Romance 14%, Anime 8.4%, Emotional 7.6%
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: Visual Novel 18.6%, Dating Sim 18%, Text-Based 14.2%, Anime 13.4%, Cute 8.6%
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 40.2%, Anime 20.7%, Romance 9.4%, Casual 8.4%, Cute 6.5%
Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 58.4%, Anime 24.4%, Cute 7.3%, Adventure 5.6%, 2D 2.5%
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 23.1%, Visual Novel 17.3%, Drama 9.7%, 2D Platformer 8%, Anime 7.7%
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 28.8%, Romance 17%, Anime 16.5%, Cute 13.9%, Text-Based 10.6%
The English version of the heartwarming story that was highly acclaimed in Japan. Enjoy the meticulously crafted narrative. Set in Okinawa, Japan, it is also a story that unravels the mysteries hidden within its history and fantasy.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.8%, Text-Based 16.1%, Emotional 12.9%, Romance 12.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.4%
NICE TO MEET YOU, AGAIN is a dramatic story by veteran visual novel developer, Purple software. How would you rewrite your life if given the chance to travel 13 years in to the past?
Why similar: Dating Sim 29.9%, Visual Novel 20.6%, Anime 11.2%, Casual 11.2%, Romance 8.7%
