Games Like Kokuhaku Confessional

I’m Shun, and I have a talent for crushing romance flags—in real life! Featuring even more eye-popping art, nuanced animations, plus a fresh-faced cast of DT-obsessed heroines, this Moe Game Awards-winning comedy franchise also received its own hit anime adaptation.

Why similar: Dating Sim 16.4%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Anime 9.5%, Romance 8.8%, Comedy 8.5%

When chronic daydreamer Tooru’s dastardly diary is discovered, classmates old and new won’t give him a moment’s peace! Featuring eye-popping art, intricate animations, and multiple moonstruck heroines, this ’20 Moe Game Awards-winning comedy VN also received its own hit anime adaptation.

Why similar: Dating Sim 14.8%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Anime 9.9%, Comedy 8.5%, Romance 8.4%

It's been about one year since a young man came to Yunagicho. And in this town, he's met quite a few people. This is the story of his loving relationships with the wonderful women he has met. Let's do our best today, with both our familiar friends, and our new ones, too! ♪

Why similar: Dating Sim 23.1%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Anime 9.6%, Text-Based 8%, Comedy 6.7%

"Yomegami: My Sweet Goddess!" is a lighthearted visual novel set in a fantasy world, developed by ALcot. It tells a love story about a demon reincarnation with a goddess mother, a mob boss's daughter, a clumsy class president, and a naive dog-eared girl in their daily lives❤

Why similar: Dating Sim 25.7%, Visual Novel 17.8%, Anime 10.4%, Adventure 9.9%, Cute 8.8%

What do you need to start a school newspaper? The team of course! Nobody is perfect. Everyone is different.

Why similar: Dating Sim 20.2%, Visual Novel 13.4%, Anime 10.1%, Romance 8.5%, Comedy 8.2%

When anime characters break into the real world, chaos begins! The ultimate otaku and guardian of the anime world join forces to find "Edith" the magical pen that can fix everything! Follow an otaku boy saving the world like never seen in any anime before in Dimension Rift: Otaku Save The World!

Why similar: Dating Sim 26.7%, Visual Novel 19.1%, Anime 12.2%, Comedy 10.4%, Cute 6.8%

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 19.5%, Anime 13%, Adventure 12.1%, Casual 10.3%, Comedy 7.5%

After failing to get into the university of his choice, Naoya puts his further education on hold to take a job at a quaint seaside café. There, he meets two cute waitresses, and he becomes more intimately involved in their lives than he anticipated.

Why similar: Dating Sim 23.2%, Visual Novel 20.2%, Anime 13.4%, Comedy 9.7%, Romance 8.1%

A romantic comedy where you play as a “love advisor” at the counselling office Making Lovely for a group of quirky, romantically challenged heroines. You, The protagonist becomes a “temporary boyfriend”. As you comment on their every move, you help them discover their true charms.

Why similar: Dating Sim 24.7%, Visual Novel 16.8%, Adventure 10.6%, Casual 9%, Anime 9%

Game of dating with a Bully girl

Why similar: Dating Sim 27.2%, Visual Novel 19.5%, Romance 10.8%, Text-Based 8.2%, Cute 7.5%

Fairy tale wish of a loveless girl

Why similar: Dating Sim 27.1%, Visual Novel 19%, Anime 12.1%, Casual 9.6%, Romance 8.4%

元气白毛美少女，她的的真身居然是——弱气短发眼镜娘？！我还要和她谈恋爱？！甜度 200% 的大学校园恋爱！约会，牵手，拥抱，接吻，毕业后结婚！

Why similar: Dating Sim 27.6%, Visual Novel 19.7%, Romance 11.1%, Anime 7.8%, Cute 7.6%

이것은 『자칭 평범한 고등학생』 인철 군을 조종하여 해피엔딩을 보는 게 목표인 게임입니다.

Why similar: Dating Sim 28.2%, Visual Novel 15.7%, Text-Based 11.6%, Anime 10.7%, Romance 7%

In the world of Sweetaria, where girls known as “Sweets” live under divine blessings, the protagonist "Pâtissier" chooses a heroine to pursue—each leading to a unique ending. A sweet and bittersweet multi-ending visual novel awaits you!

Why similar: Dating Sim 27%, Visual Novel 20.5%, Anime 14.5%, Comedy 7.7%, Adventure 7.5%

"No:Worse" is a beautiful love story unfolding between two vulnerable individuals with kind but fragile hearts. Throughout it, you will encounter moments of despair, heartbreak, and deceit. And conquering these flaws lies entirely in your hands.

Why similar: Dating Sim 21.5%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Romance 11.6%, Text-Based 8.5%, Anime 7.4%

Japanese romance-adventure VN from hit developer PacoPaco Soft! Stepping ashore a remote southern island, the protagonist’s battered spirits are soothed by the lovely Kowakame family that takes him in. However, many more unexpected surprises await him on the island...

Why similar: Dating Sim 17%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Anime 10.6%, Romance 9.9%, Comedy 7.9%

This romantic visual novel has you joining a financially struggling all-girls' private school as one student's example case for gender integration. The two of you try to prove that going co-ed could save the school, while the story explores themes of traditions, change, family, and relationships.

Why similar: Dating Sim 16.9%, Visual Novel 12.7%, Romance 11.4%, Anime 10.6%, Comedy 7.2%

I've always searched, for the you on the other side of the horizon. A Clockwork Ley-Line and the curtains on this finale shall rise.

Why similar: Dating Sim 28.6%, Anime 12.8%, Visual Novel 11.4%, Casual 10.1%, Romance 8.2%

When the stream is over and nobody's watching her - she can finally be herself and act normally without her "VTuber" mask. But what if her virtual personality was real, would she get along with it?

Why similar: Dating Sim 20.4%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Anime 9.5%, Romance 8.1%, Colorful 7.7%

A novel game where a rabbit girl and various characters spend time together.

Why similar: Dating Sim 26.1%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Adventure 11.1%, Casual 9.4%, Comedy 8.5%

Join Luka Sanguis, a college student unwittingly married to a Goddess, as he uncovers the mysteries of the world around him in this slice of life/comedy visual novel. Living a double life, Luka tangles with both his personal troubles as well as his role in saving the world from Daemons.

Why similar: Dating Sim 24.6%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Anime 12.5%, Romance 12%, Funny 7.1%

Meet cute and fluffy catgirl sisters from space in this lighthearted romance Visual Novel intertwined with comedy, a bit of drama, science-fiction and fantasy!

Why similar: Dating Sim 16.4%, Visual Novel 14.3%, Romance 11%, Anime 10.9%, Comedy 8.9%

9-nine-: Episode 3 is the latest chapter in this series of supernatural mystery visual novels with the focus now shifted towards a new heroine, Haruka Kosaka.

Why similar: Dating Sim 26.3%, Visual Novel 17%, Romance 12.5%, Anime 8.6%, Cute 7.2%

A fanmade visual novel game by Virtual 48Group fans for Virtual 48Group fans, which tells multiple-fanmade-stories about a group of sophisticated 48 Vtuber Idol from Jakarta, Indonesia. You play as a 1st year student where you will interact with friends through multi-ended choice-based storyline.

Why similar: Dating Sim 23.2%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Anime 10.7%, Text-Based 9.5%, Comedy 8.5%

在一个平平无奇的春日午后，叛逆的少年闯入了繁忙城市中某个安宁的角落。仿佛是飞鸟从无数的海砂中拾起一粒那样——翘课的少年与翘班的大姐姐相遇了。

Why similar: Dating Sim 29%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Text-Based 11.4%, Romance 10.3%, Anime 8.9%

A New Kind of Romantic Adventure:Break the Flags! Akira Morisaki set up "flags" with girls for Valentine’s Day success. But receiving too many chocolates triggered a fatal surge of “love power”! Saved by the angel Chocoriel, he must relive February 14th and break the flags to escape his doomed fate.

Why similar: Dating Sim 31.9%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Adventure 9.2%, Anime 8.5%, Romance 6.7%

《某天成为妹妹》是一款短篇galgame。在期中考后，林煦接受了夏璃的告白，二人成为了情侣。但双方父母却因家长会相识相认相恋，两个单亲家庭阴差阳错成为了一家人——校园情侣竟成兄妹？！甜蜜轻快的恋爱日常，奇妙的身份重叠，由此展开！

Why similar: Dating Sim 34.4%, Visual Novel 18.8%, Text-Based 9.3%, Cute 8.8%, Casual 8.7%

Spring is the season of first meetings. Begin your new life in the city of Tokyo as Shindou Touki. Meet many colorful characters, forge romances, and live out your high-school days, in this interactive story with cutting-edge artwork and a moving soundtrack.

Why similar: Dating Sim 21.8%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Anime 12.1%, Romance 8.7%, Cute 7.2%

"This is not a dating sim."You play as Red, an intern Cupid on the verge of losing both your job and your life. Your mission? Help Lia, a 29-year-old romance rookie, find her first love. Can you survive this near-impossible challenge?

Why similar: Dating Sim 24.1%, Visual Novel 15.7%, Anime 10.1%, Comedy 8.8%, Cute 7.2%

校园恋爱题材的剧情作 Galgame。大二刚开学，魏明诚终于鼓起勇气向系花江雪表白，结果却是被拒绝了。正在他伤心失落之际，在他面前突然出现一位打扮奇特又可爱的女生，自称是仙子，要教魏明诚怎么追女生。这场从心碎开始的旅途，会走向怎样的结局呢？

Why similar: Dating Sim 29.3%, Visual Novel 21%, Romance 12.1%, Anime 8.2%, Cute 8.1%

'Winter Girl' is a visual novel game that begins with a miraculous encounter with the alien, Seah. Combining modern direction with classic visual novel charm, it offers an immersive story and interactions. Experience various endings based on your choices.

Why similar: Dating Sim 24.6%, Visual Novel 16%, Anime 11.9%, Romance 11.5%, Text-Based 10.6%

Experience the future of democracy where romance is the key to choosing America’s next leader. But beware, a shadowy manipulator is attempting to rig the election! Date your favorite candidates and see if love can truly save the nation—what could go wrong?? 🏝️💕

Why similar: Dating Sim 25.2%, Visual Novel 17.3%, Anime 9.3%, Funny 8.6%, Romance 8.6%

On a spring day beneath falling cherry blossoms, your confession is publicly rejected. But she then proposes something unexpected: three months of contract dating. What was meant to be fake becomes complicated when a devoted junior's hidden feelings emerge. Can this arranged love become real?

Why similar: Dating Sim 24.4%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Anime 9.4%, Text-Based 8.3%, Adventure 7.8%

"Muscle Girl Lisa: Training Diary" is a visual novel game that follows the story of Lisa, a cute girl from the United Kingdom who aspires to be a bodybuilder. Make the right choices to help Lisa grow her muscles and enjoy unique dates with her.

Why similar: Dating Sim 31.1%, Visual Novel 22.8%, Romance 14.3%, Anime 10.6%, Casual 8.4%

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 29.3%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Anime 10.5%, Casual 8.4%, Adventure 8%

The coming of cherry blossom season also means the start of something new. As he spends time after school and on off days with these three girls, Hidekazu’s life begins to change...

Why similar: Dating Sim 34%, Anime 15.8%, Romance 14.4%, Cute 8.6%, Adventure 8.4%

“I want to be stronger…” Summer bootcamp has begun!!! Let’s make your dream come true!Beast Fella Foundation (BFF), an organization which monitors martial arts competitions among beastmen, has sent you an invitation letter. An unforgettable summer memory ensues.

Why similar: Dating Sim 25.9%, Visual Novel 16%, Anime 11%, Comedy 9%, Adventure 7.3%

A relaxing Visual Novel in which you meet and talk with 5 different girls on a vacation in Miami

Why similar: Dating Sim 31%, Visual Novel 18.6%, Anime 12.5%, Casual 10.8%, Romance 7.4%

Join Kai in his daily life as he fails to realize that the two guys he's known since childhood have huge crushes on him. One is his best friend, and the other is his rival. So they can't possibly have romantic feelings for him... right?

Why similar: Dating Sim 26.8%, Visual Novel 16.8%, Anime 11.5%, Comedy 9.4%, Romance 8.7%

Last Term, First Love is a dating-focused visual novel where you balance romance, academics, and wild campus life. Manage your GPA, navigate social challenges, and pursue love while facing the realities of modern campus culture and the international student experience.

Why similar: Dating Sim 24.8%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Anime 12%, Comedy 6.8%, Colorful 5.8%

What happens when the self-proclaimed "most boring guy ever" meets a girl who's anything but that? Why, rom-com mischief of course! Travel to a tropical island full of exotic locations, survive your lovey-dovey parents and romance the girl of your dreams! But what does she hide behind that smile?

Why similar: Dating Sim 24.8%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Romance 10.4%, Funny 7.5%, Cute 7.5%

Idol fan and manager, Nakamori Taiga and the girls are back in this latest installment! Animal Trail ☆ Girlish Square is gaining momentum and have a chance to reach stardom in the upcoming Tokyo New Idol Festival. The stage is set: it’s time to kick things off with another roar!

Why similar: Dating Sim 25.1%, Visual Novel 19%, Anime 17.4%, Romance 13.7%, Text-Based 11%

Coffee Dates is a fun and lighthearted visual novel about hanging out with your crazy co-workers and the comedic shenanigans that unfold. There's even a few bits of game play that aren't just reading. Isn't that cool!

Why similar: Dating Sim 29.5%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Casual 9.9%, Comedy 6.8%, Romance 6.3%

A pure love visual novel. Masato Kasukabe finds himself with three of his favorite vtubers as roommates. One day, he hears groaning noises coming from Popota's room. There, he finds…

Why similar: Dating Sim 35.2%, Visual Novel 25.7%, Anime 13.2%, Cute 9.5%, Adventure 9.1%

Undercover agent Yakumo’s mission takes a dark turn when the organization she’s infiltrating already knows who she is. Captured and subjected to brutal “training,” she must endure, adapt, and survive — or risk losing herself completely as they twist her into their perfect double agent.

Why similar: Dating Sim 30.3%, Visual Novel 17.8%, Anime 11.9%, Casual 10.3%, Romance 7.5%

Are you tired of fighting? Lovers of Aether is the game for you! This is a wholesome animal dating simulator set in the world of Rivals of Aether.

Why similar: Dating Sim 45%, Visual Novel 21.8%, Anime 7.8%, Casual 5.9%, Cute 5.7%

Love for forbidden dreams

Why similar: Dating Sim 33.5%, Adventure 15.6%, Casual 13.1%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Anime 11.8%

I vow to eradicate happy people with my newfound transformation ability! Normies should burn!! ヽ(｀Д´#)ﾉ

Why similar: Dating Sim 22.7%, Visual Novel 14.7%, Anime 9%, Text-Based 8.1%, Comedy 6.8%

While visiting a small town during the summer holiday, Henry meets two older boys named Jason and Eddie. The three hang out daily, and Henry starts seeing them as his older brothers. Henry has to say goodbye to his friends when the holiday ends, but they will reunite another summer.

Why similar: Dating Sim 26.3%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Anime 11.6%, Text-Based 10.3%, Comedy 8.8%

The girls’ final trip is here! Join Kairi, Ranko, Yuki, and Kanako as they embark on lewd adventures at the beach and hot springs as a complete group for the first time. Don’t miss this exciting last ride with Lewd Idol Project!

Why similar: Dating Sim 31.6%, Visual Novel 14.9%, Anime 14.3%, Romance 12.3%, Adventure 6.6%

When youth shine brightly, do your best to fulfill your romantic wish: Reach for the feelings of your loved one. Choose one of the three female protagonist to be your beloved.

Why similar: Dating Sim 27%, Visual Novel 18.3%, Anime 13.6%, Romance 10.8%, Colorful 5.9%

One Last Crane is a visual novel centered on Yuuki Murakami, a boy who has a brain tumor. After a long year of treatment without any positive results, Yuuki asks for his final wish: to return to his hometown and fulfill his promise to meet again with his childhood friend, Saki Nishimura...

Why similar: Visual Novel 24.8%, Anime 23.7%, Dating Sim 13.6%, Adventure 10.1%, Casual 8.5%

Classmates, childhood friends... In the quest for a girlfriend, Takumi asks her out once again!

Why similar: Dating Sim 23.9%, Visual Novel 15.4%, Anime 9.9%, Text-Based 8.8%, Romance 7.7%

"If we don’t pass the upcoming evaluation in 3 months, the snack street will be sold off?!"A production of Simon Creative and Storia, Taiwanese cuisine personification visual novel!

Why similar: Dating Sim 23.9%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Anime 13.1%, Romance 10.7%, Cute 8.2%

귀여운 걸 보면 죽는 병에 걸렸다. 깜찍함이 가득한 세상에서 살아남기란 쉬운 일이 아니었다. 은둔 생활을 시작한지 2년, 졸업을 앞둔 어느날 온 연락 한 통. “나 졸업하면 이사 가. 인사라도 제대로 할까?" 2년간 짝사랑했던, 홍온설. 졸업까지 남은 시간은 3일. 아직 전하지 못한, 전해야만 할 마음이 남았다. 학교로 돌아가 위험천만한 고백에 성공할 수 있을까? 끝없는 위협을 적절한 선택으로 돌파하여, 엔딩에 도달해야 하는 로맨틱 코미디 비주얼 노벨입니다.

Why similar: Dating Sim 26.9%, Visual Novel 22.2%, Romance 10.3%, Cute 9.2%, Choices Matter 7.4%

A classic Asian drama series is reborn in anime style, and you’re the director with power to guide the clash between rival families! Re:Burn The Bonfire of Taiwan puts you in control of the narrative, allowing you to guide the beloved characters to endings from the original show.

Why similar: Dating Sim 29.7%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Romance 9.8%, Funny 7.9%, Anime 7%

Be a guard, determine who gets into the castle in a dynamic storyline that evolves based on your actions

Why similar: Dating Sim 27.7%, Visual Novel 18.6%, Romance 9.5%, Cute 7.8%, Funny 6.7%

University life is always interesting. It is full of romance, dreams and plans for the future. Derek Winters is a university student. Difficulties appeared on his way, having passed which he will be able to find harmony, love and everything he wants. His fate is in your hands. YOU can help him or...

Why similar: Dating Sim 25.4%, Visual Novel 17.5%, Romance 13.2%, Anime 11.4%, Cute 6.9%

A games club’s without members… or games?! Who is this crazy robot girl? Why am I being harassed by this cute bully? Life may not have a controller, but it certainly feels like a big game!

Why similar: Dating Sim 19.8%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Anime 10.9%, Romance 9.9%, Comedy 8.6%

Yunjae possesses the body of a character in a romantic comic. Will he be able to go back to his original world? BL game 'hard to make a romantic cartoon!'

Why similar: Dating Sim 27.6%, Visual Novel 16.3%, Romance 12.8%, Comedy 11.1%, Text-Based 9.8%