Games Like Long Live The Queen

Prepare the next monarch by finding her hobbies, training her for battle, and befriending the citizens she'll one day protect. Dive into an all-new parenting-simulator-RPG adventure, where every decision you make will not only affect the future of your daughter but that of an entire empire!

Why similar: Visual Novel 20.6%, Anime 18.5%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Multiple Endings 9.6%, Simulation 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a modern, polished take on the stat-raising genre with deep customization, multiple career paths, and significant consequences for your choices.

Princess Maker 2 Refine is a life simulation game which you play as a father of a girl, who had descended from the star. You have 8 years to raise your daughter from age 10 to 18 – your daughter will grow into her adulthood through various experiences.

Why similar: Simulation 22.5%, Anime 20.2%, Female Protagonist 17.4%, Multiple Endings 11.8%, Visual Novel 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive stat-raising simulation that heavily inspired the core gameplay loop of balancing education and social growth found in Long Live The Queen.

Assume the role of President Anton Rayne and guide the nation of Sordland. Amidst brewing international conflicts, need for reform, deep-seated corruption, and economic recession, you must make the decisions in this political drama. How will you lead?

Why similar: Political Sim 50.4% ★, Visual Novel 20%, Politics 8.9% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 7.3%, Multiple Endings 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the intense political pressure and decision-making of ruling a nation, where every choice can lead to your downfall.

Intrigue, betrayal, deaths! An Otome / BxB survival Raising Simulation in a high-fantasy royal court setting with RPG elements.

Why similar: Visual Novel 27.3%, Anime 17%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Simulation 8.2%, Strategy 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It combines stat-based RPG mechanics with a high-stakes political narrative where your choices determine the fate of the kingdom.

Diplomatic queen simulation + medieval fantasy romance. As the sole heiress to the late king, you must show that you have what it takes to rule the kingdom. Or perhaps you'd prefer to take one of your nobles as a consort?

Why similar: Visual Novel 44.6%, Anime 24.7%, Medieval 14.4%, Fantasy 9.2%, Multiple Endings 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly mirrors the political strategy and diplomacy aspects of ruling a kingdom while navigating complex social relationships.

18th century Paris - a city of love, lies and revolution. You are a woman of fashion trying to survive the political turmoil. Date a cast of unforgettable characters. Amass the wealth and respect you deserve. Engage in gossip that can alter the course of history, or lead you to the guillotine.

Why similar: Visual Novel 36.7%, Female Protagonist 22.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.4%, RPG 6.7%, Multiple Endings 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Set in a high-stakes political environment, it requires you to manage your reputation and resources to survive the French Revolution.

You have been invited to attend a magical school. You can make new friends, learn spells, face exams, run for class office, and try to find a date for the May Day Ball.

Why similar: Visual Novel 39.6%, Anime 22%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, RPG 5.4%, Fantasy 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: It features a similar school-based stat-raising system where your academic performance and social interactions dictate your success.

A mature take on Cinderella that's all about player choices and breaking the classic fairy tale in any way you like.

Why similar: Visual Novel 36.2%, Female Protagonist 21.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.5%, Multiple Endings 8.9%, Fantasy 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, mature take on classic fairy tales that emphasizes how branching choices lead to drastically different outcomes for the protagonist.

My Lovely Empress is an empire management sim inspired by Asian mythology. As the Emperor of the Crimson Empire, you will build relations with neighboring rulers, balance internal factions, and ensure the prosperity of your people, all before you reap their souls to resurrect your beloved empress.

Why similar: Visual Novel 52%, Simulation 18.5%, Fantasy 11%, Multiple Endings 8.1%, Choices Matter 6%

Why You'll Like It: You must manage an empire through difficult moral choices and resource management, echoing the heavy burden of leadership found in the seed game.

Loren The Amazon Princess is a fantasy epic combining intricate turn-based battles with a heroic tale of overcoming evil - with a twist! In this tale, you play as a loyal servant of the hero rather than the hero herself.

Why similar: Visual Novel 20%, Anime 18.9%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.4%, Multiple Endings 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: An RPG that emphasizes character choices and branching paths within a fantasy world, offering a similar sense of agency.

You are the Evil Emperor's only daughter, but can you claim the throne? Raise stats, make deals, appoint advisors, and scheme your way through the Imperial Election - unless an assassin gets you first. Rule the galaxy or die trying!

Why similar: Political Sim 48.9% ★, Visual Novel 14.6%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Anime 9.2%, Fantasy 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: It blends political simulation with visual novel elements, focusing on diplomacy and leadership in a sci-fi context.

Recettear is the story of an item shop, the girl who lives in it, and the fairy who turned her life upside down. Recette Lemongrass finds herself in charge of an item shop built into her house, in order to pay back a loan her father took and then skipped out on - and Tear, her newfound fairy "companion", won't take no for an answer!

Why similar: Anime 47.2%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, RPG 10.4%, Simulation 7.6%, Cute 7%

Why You'll Like It: While focused on commerce, it shares the intense management and time-pressure mechanics that make stat-raising games so addictive.

Become the King in a story-driven 8-bit style game, where choice matters. And try not to die instantly...

Why similar: Political Sim 59.2% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 7.4%, Medieval 7.1%, Simulation 5.9%, Multiple Endings 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the brutal reality of ruling, forcing you to balance the needs of your people against the stability of your throne.

Have you ever wanted to be president? or prime-minister? Convinced you could do a better job of running the country? Let's face it, you could hardly do a worse job than our current political leaders.

Why similar: Political Sim 78.9% ★, Politics 9.4% ★, Simulation 5.3%, Strategy 3.5%, Difficult 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: For those who enjoy the political simulation aspect, this game offers a complex look at the challenges of governing a modern state.

Madeleine Valois is a prince's companion. It is her responsibility to keep him out of trouble - not to let him walk blindly into a political minefield, not to let him get arrested for a crime he didn't commit, and definitely not to let him fall in love with her...

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.1%, Female Protagonist 21%, Anime 13.4%, Multiple Endings 6.8%, Politics 6.4% ★

Why You'll Like It: A visual novel that focuses on political intrigue and the challenges of a female protagonist navigating a royal court.

Intrigue, betrayal, deaths! A LGBT+ survival Raising Simulation in a high-fantasy royal court setting with RPG elements.

Why similar: Visual Novel 35.1%, Anime 22.5%, Simulation 11.9%, RPG 8.6%, Fantasy 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game blends time management with stat-based progression, requiring careful planning to succeed in a fantasy setting.

A dark visual mystery novel featuring transhumanism, traditional marriage, loneliness, and cosplay. Two pursuable characters. Five endings. Welcome to the future.

Why similar: Visual Novel 64.4%, Anime 24.4%, Indie 3.5%, Female Protagonist 3.1%, Multiple Endings 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a deep, narrative-driven experience where uncovering the truth requires careful investigation and critical choices.

Discover magic in our world with Princess Maker 5! A lone princess needs your care in a realm where fantasy meets reality. Guide her growth and shape her destiny. Create unforgettable memories as you raise her.

Why similar: Simulation 25.7%, Female Protagonist 22.3%, Visual Novel 21.3%, Anime 16.5%, RPG 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a deep, long-form simulation experience where you guide a character through their formative years with high stakes for their future.

Congratulations! You’ve been accepted as the only human student at the prestigious St. PigeoNation’s Institute, a school for talented birds! Roam the halls and find love in between classes as a sophomore student at the world’s greatest pigeon high school.

Why similar: Visual Novel 38.5%, Anime 27.4%, Female Protagonist 20.7%, Multiple Endings 4.9%, Simulation 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: Despite its premise, it features surprisingly deep branching narratives and multiple endings that reward careful decision-making.

Let's spend the next three real-time days together uncovering the mystery of what went horribly wrong on a derelict generation ship, with the help of a spunky/more-than-slightly-traumatized AI sidekick! A sequel to Analogue: A Hate Story that tells a whole new hate story of its own.

Why similar: Visual Novel 58.1%, Anime 22.3%, Politics 8.7% ★, Indie 3.6%, Female Protagonist 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: As a direct sequel to Analogue, it continues the tradition of deep, choice-heavy storytelling in a sci-fi setting.

Newly arrived at a boarding school in Victorian England, Sara Crewe uses her love of books and storytelling to build new relationships. But what happens to a fairy-tale princess when she loses everything?

Why similar: Visual Novel 31.9%, Anime 21.2%, Female Protagonist 20.2%, Cute 7.2%, Multiple Endings 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This narrative-focused game emphasizes character development and the impact of your choices on the protagonist's life.

Decide a mysterious girl's fate in this stunning visual novel raising sim!

Why similar: Visual Novel 24.8%, Anime 19.1%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Medieval 8.1%, Fantasy 7%

Why You'll Like It: It features a blend of stat-raising and management mechanics set in a fantasy world that feels familiar to fans of the genre.

At the dawn of time, a terrible war raged between the forces of good and evil, ending in the destruction of the world of Agarest. After their victory, the Gods of Light unified the decaying bodies of the Gods of Darkness and created a new world.

Why similar: Visual Novel 35.8%, Anime 30.4%, RPG 8%, Strategy 7.6%, Multiple Endings 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical RPG that features a multi-generational story where your choices significantly impact the world and future characters.

You're here to slay the princess. Don't believe her lies.

Why similar: Visual Novel 54.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.4%, Choices Matter 11%, Simulation 9.2%, RPG 5.9%

A gloomy lesbian / yuri visual novel featuring characters based on famous Romantic poets such as Coleridge, Wordsworth, and Byron. Can you help Samantha Coleridge repair her fractured relationship with Lillian Wordsworth?

Why similar: Visual Novel 31.8%, Anime 22.6%, Female Protagonist 20.3%, Simulation 8.8%, Cute 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A visual novel with simulation elements that focuses on the internal and external pressures faced by the protagonist.

Set out on a cross-country journey to win back the love of your life and endure the hardship of making story-defining choices that affect your life and the lives of those around you.

Why similar: RPG 34.4%, Indie 18.7%, Choices Matter 12.8%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Visual Novel 10%

Why You'll Like It: A game centered entirely on the consequences of your choices, where even small decisions can lead to vastly different life paths.

A romantic comedy visual novel centered around a girl named Mika Anderson, who gets entangled in the affairs of incubi.

Why similar: Visual Novel 36.5%, Anime 26.1%, Female Protagonist 22.7%, Simulation 5.8%, Fantasy 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a narrative-heavy experience with significant branching paths that depend on your interactions with other characters.

You've never played a game like this before. Road to Empress I is a cinematic palace adventure where your choices decide everyone's fate. Tackle multiple story branches and a high mortality rate with charm, wisdom and courage? First...survive.

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.1%, Female Protagonist 26.1%, Choices Matter 9.8%, RPG 9.6%, Multiple Endings 8%

Despite determination and skill, Natalie Puccile, a Special Investigations and Tactics officer, has spent her career watching over a listening post in the middle of deep space. After the orders that she has always dreamed of arrive, she finds herself in charge of a small destroyer and tasked with discovering the fate of a missing...

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.6%, Anime 30.3%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Simulation 6.3%, Indie 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A visual novel that incorporates strategy and management elements to drive the narrative forward.

HuniePop is a unique sim experience for PC, Mac and Linux. It's a gameplay first approach that's part dating sim, part puzzle game, with light RPG elements, a visual novel style of presentation, an abrasive western writing style and plenty of "plot".

Why similar: Anime 79.8%, Cute 6.5%, RPG 3.7%, Strategy 3.5%, Singleplayer 2.6%

Five days ago, Janet left her dorm to go on a date - and never came back. Was she kidnapped? Murdered? The truth may be even stranger. Solve puzzles to connect together pieces of the story in a science-fiction adventure with eleven possible endings!

Why similar: Visual Novel 35.9%, Female Protagonist 21.8%, Anime 21.3%, Multiple Endings 8%, Choices Matter 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A visual novel that uses puzzle-like decision-making to navigate a high-pressure situation.

The "SLG+ADV" game of operating the country, features the voices of two female characters throughout the whole game. The objective is to lead the dying Norman Kingdom toward prosperity Poor choices will cause the Queen to be humiliated by all sorts from the enemy...

Why similar: Political Sim 43.7% ★, Visual Novel 15.1%, Anime 11.4%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Medieval 5%

The week you spend in Japan will certainly be memorable!!! Get a taste of the foreign travel offered by printed guidebooks. Enjoy a tour around Japan from the comfort of your own home!

Why similar: Visual Novel 48.7%, Anime 47.5%, Cute 2.7%, Singleplayer 0.6%, Story Rich 0.4%

Across all dimensions, the only constant is Darkness! A procedurally generated RPG-roguelike journey across the multiverse! In One Way Heroics, you take on the role of an intrepid adventurer who must travel across the land and face the Demon Lord before a mysterious darkness engulfs everything.

Why similar: Anime 47.7%, Fantasy 16%, Cute 15.2%, RPG 14.7%, Singleplayer 4.2%

The Great Villainess: Strategy of Lily is a turn-based strategy game. Framed for murdering the Emperor, villainess Scarlet and Lily, fight the Empire as the first Streamers in history. Capture every enemy and turn them into allies for a happy ending... Or execute everyone and become the Demon Queen!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.6%, Anime 31.2%, Strategy 10%, Cute 8.7%, Simulation 8.5%

Sit on the throne as a benevolent (or malevolent) medieval monarch of the modern age and swipe your royal controller either left or right to impose your will upon the kingdom.

Why similar: Medieval 22.7%, Choices Matter 16%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.8%, Simulation 9.5%, RPG 8.4%

Take control of Freesia as she protects Lita Forest by beating the living daylights out of enemies invading the forest!

Why similar: Anime 60.1%, Female Protagonist 24.7%, Cute 8.5%, Indie 4.7%, RPG 1.4%

Welcome to Unholy Heights, a mashup of Tower Defense and Apartment Management Simulation!

Why similar: Simulation 31.7%, Strategy 29.4%, Cute 27%, Singleplayer 8.2%, 2D 3.7%

99 Spirits is an RPG/Puzzle game that revolves around the popular Japanese folklore of Tsukumogami, everyday objects coming alive on their 100th birthday.

Why similar: Anime 27.8%, Visual Novel 24.3%, Female Protagonist 17.1%, RPG 9.1%, Fantasy 6.7%

Packed with fast-paced, turn-based RPG action, fourth-wall-breaking, trope-demolishing dialogue, and more item, weapon, and costume customization than you can shake a Lvl. 1 Stick at, Gamindustri is a world set on turning the concept of the JRPG on its head!

Why similar: Anime 42.5%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Cute 7.5%, RPG 6.8%

Turn-based kingdom management simulator focused on decision-making. Will you survive and lead the kingdom to prosperity, or die in agony? The throne awaits.

Why similar: Visual Novel 29.8%, Medieval 20.3%, Multiple Endings 13.2%, Simulation 12.3%, Choices Matter 10.6%

From the author of Spice and Wolf, Isuna Hasekura, comes WORLD END ECONOMiCA. This is the first episode out of three part sci-fi/economic thriller visual novel set on the moon.

Why similar: Visual Novel 65%, Anime 31.7%, Indie 2.2%, Story Rich 0.6%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Award-winning adventure where you control the news and its impact on society, your friends and career. Different choices lead to unique combinations of endings. Share your story with the community, and see what the players before you did.

Why similar: Political Sim 56.9% ★, Visual Novel 15.9%, Politics 9.3% ★, Multiple Endings 4%, Simulation 3.6%

War of the Human Tanks is a story driven strategy game with a gameplay reminiscent of Battleship and Chess, featuring a story of war, loyalty, sacrifice and human shaped tanks.

Why similar: Anime 36.8%, Visual Novel 35.3%, Strategy 12.2%, Cute 8.6%, Indie 3.7%

The critically acclaimed Valkyria Chronicles is now available on PC in 1080p True HD, including all previously released DLC!

Why similar: Anime 60.4%, Strategy 15.3%, RPG 10%, Female Protagonist 6.6%, Story Rich 4.8%

Take on the role of Asumi, a new warrior for the people of Edo. As Asumi you must root out a rebel from within a prestigious samurai academy. Now the assassin must walk in the light for all to see.

Why similar: Visual Novel 39.2%, Anime 28.7%, Female Protagonist 21.8%, RPG 5.6%, Indie 3.8%

In HunieCam Studio players take control of a sleazy cam girl operation. Rake in stacks of filthy internet money and attract as many disgusting fans as you can in this fast paced, click happy and thoroughly perverted take on the business tycoon / management sim genre!

Why similar: Anime 46.3%, Simulation 22.9%, Female Protagonist 14%, Strategy 6.3%, Cute 4.2%

fault is a series of Science Fantasy Cinematic Novels using a unique 3D Camera system for a visually immersive reading experience. Follow Selphine, the bubbly Princess and her sharp-witted Royal Guardian, Ritona, on their journey of a lifetime back to their homeland of Rughzenhaide.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.9%, Anime 30.6%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Fantasy 5.9%, Story Rich 1.7%

Vanguard Princess is a classic 2D fighting game that features an all-female cast each with its own unique fighting style. Choose from ten girls and pair them with a powerful partner to form an unstoppable team. Navigate their journeys in Story Mode or engage in head-to-head battles in Versus Mode.

Why similar: Anime 53.1%, Female Protagonist 28%, Cute 9.5%, Indie 5%, Singleplayer 3%

Take on the role of a warrior maiden forced to hunt down her best friend, who has stolen a sacred demon blade. Immerse yourself in the tale of a deadly feud between two old friends and the demonic sword tearing them apart―told through high-speed action!

Why similar: Anime 44.2%, Female Protagonist 39%, Cute 13.7%, Singleplayer 3.1%

Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds! Enjoy fast and frantic arcade-style beat 'em up gameplay with cute characters. Beat up hordes of weird enemies with awesome special attacks. Local co-op and PVP supported for up to 4 players!

Why similar: Anime 63.8%, Female Protagonist 24.4%, Cute 10.8%, 2D 0.9%

You’ve inherited your uncle’s potion shop—and a huge debt. Better get brewing! Customize your store, hire heroes to gather ingredients, befriend (or romance) fellow vendors to learn new haggling strategies, and go head-to-head with competitors in this narrative-driven, deck-building shop simulator.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.1%, Simulation 15.9%, Fantasy 14.8%, RPG 10.6%, Anime 10.5%

Take your rightful place on the throne in this multiplayer-only party game for 4+ players. Rule the kingdom with an iron fist or silver tongue as you steer through bloodshed, intrigue & madcap disaster! Can you keep your crown when others plot your downfall? More importantly, can you keep your head?

Why similar: Political Sim 56.9% ★, Politics 9.7% ★, Medieval 6.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 6.4%, Fantasy 5.6%

As a judge of the Kobardde court, solve complex cases inspired by actual events. Your decisions will directly affect people's (and perhaps yours) lives. You may have to make difficult decisions for your family, country, and life. What kind of judge will you be?

Why similar: Political Sim 67.8% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 7.9%, Simulation 4.2%, Strategy 4.1%, RPG 4%

Idol Manager is a business sim about conquering the entertainment industry using any means you deem necessary.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.2%, Anime 24.7%, Simulation 10.5%, Strategy 9.8%, Cute 8.7%

QP Shooting - Dangerous!! is a bullet hell type shoot’em’up starring the pudding-loving dog girl QP seen in 100% Orange Juice. Nothing can stand between QP and her pudding - not even difficulty options to reduce the experienced gamer to tears!

Why similar: Anime 36.3%, Female Protagonist 25%, Visual Novel 20.3%, Cute 9.6%, Indie 4.8%

Take a trip to an exotic island paradise for a steamy new adventure in this long awaited sequel to the popular dating sim / puzzle game hybrid, HuniePop!

Why similar: Anime 42.6%, Visual Novel 32.8%, Strategy 5.5%, Cute 5.2%, Simulation 4.1%

The (mis)adventures of Vinty, a nobody who thinks she's somebody!

Why similar: Anime 38.6%, Visual Novel 38%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Cute 3.6%, Indie 2.6%