- #1 planetarian HD
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 3,297 reviews2017
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 66.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 42.8%, Anime 25.8%, Robots 14.7%, Story Rich 4.9%, Cute 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: A short, emotionally devastating story about a man and a robot that perfectly mirrors the tone and themes of Lucy.
- #2 ATRI -My Dear Moments-
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 22,666 reviews2020
Dev: FrontwingPub: ANIPLEX.EXE
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 107.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"As the world sank, I found you." In the near future, a sudden and unexplained sea rise has left much of human civilization underwater. In a little town slowly being enveloped by the ocean, an unforgettable summer is about to begin for a boy and a mysterious robot girl...
Why similar: Visual Novel 34%, Anime 15.3%, Dating Sim 14%, Romance 13.8%, Story Rich 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features a very similar premise involving a boy and a robot girl in a post-apocalyptic setting, focusing on their growing emotional bond.
- #3 CLANNAD
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 10,614 reviews2015
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 106.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 35.8%, Anime 18.7%, Romance 14.7%, Dating Sim 9.9%, Story Rich 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive emotional visual novel that masterfully balances humor and deep, life-changing drama.
- #4 Stella of The End
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,991 reviews2023
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 25.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Jude Gray, a wandering Courier, receives a request to deliver some very special cargo. This cargo turns out to be Philia, an android girl who is unaffected by the enigmatic Singularity Machines.
Why similar: Visual Novel 37.4%, Anime 21.2%, Robots 13.4%, Dating Sim 8.9%, Story Rich 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A touching journey between a courier and an android girl that explores themes of humanity and companionship.
- #5 eden*
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,086 reviews2015
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 59.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A tale of the planet's final love story told using the full force of minori's critically acclaimed illustrative style, engaging musical compositions, and the highly talented staff that has led fans coming back for more every single time!
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.1%, Anime 26.9%, Romance 12.5%, Story Rich 6.5%, Great Soundtrack 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, melancholic sci-fi romance that shares the same sense of impending finality and emotional depth.
- #6 Narcissu 1st & 2nd
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,284 reviews2015
Dev: stage-nanaPub: Sekai Project
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 47%
This is a story of disease and suffering; of medication and adverse effects; of thoracotomy scars and cellular poisons; of the living who cannot help but to die and of the dying who cannot help but to live; of a resting place other than "on 7F" or "at home".
Why similar: Visual Novel 60.3%, Anime 26.4%, Story Rich 5.7%, Great Soundtrack 5.5%, Indie 0.8%
Why You'll Like It: A poignant, short-form visual novel that focuses on the emotional journey of two people facing their mortality.
- #7 Kanon
91% matchVery Positive98% of 426 reviews2024
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 24.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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.)
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.8%, Dating Sim 21.2%, Anime 14.4%, Romance 11.4%, Cute 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A classic emotional visual novel from Key that excels at building deep, tear-jerking connections between characters.
- #8 If My Heart Had Wings
93% matchVery Positive92% of 4,617 reviews2014
Dev: MoeNovel
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 46.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
An animated visual novel of a lovely and bittersweet tale of youth, you play as Aoi Minase in this romantic-comedy as he meets various young girls in his hometown and works together with them to revive their school’s glider-flying “Soaring Club” in order to realize their shared dream of flight.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.7%, Dating Sim 19.7%, Romance 16.9%, Anime 15.6%, Story Rich 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A heartfelt story about youth and dreams that provides a similar sense of warmth and character development.
- #9 Harmonia
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 783 reviews2016
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 90.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 41.6%, Anime 24.8%, Robots 14.5%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%, Story Rich 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: A Key visual novel specifically centered on a robot learning to understand human emotions in a desolate world.
- #10 AIR
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 659 reviews2025
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 56.3 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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: Visual Novel 30.4%, Dating Sim 21.4%, Anime 14.8%, Romance 11.4%, Cute 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Another masterpiece of emotional storytelling that explores themes of connection and sacrifice across generations.
- #11 Summer Pockets
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 4,831 reviews2020
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 138.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 41.4%, Anime 16.5%, Dating Sim 12.1%, Romance 9.3%, Great Soundtrack 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A modern emotional epic that captures the bittersweet feeling of summer and the importance of human relationships.
- #12 STEINS;GATE
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 25,836 reviews2016
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 66.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Developed by 5pb. and Nitroplus, STEINS;GATE was awarded Famitsu magazine's coveted annual Game of Excellence award and was voted one of the most emotionally charged “tear-inducing games” ever made, in a Famitsu poll. It is a gripping and moving Visual Novel, which has already spawned manga and anime adaptations.
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.1%, Anime 19.8%, Story Rich 9.9%, Romance 6.8%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: While more sci-fi focused, it shares the same intensity of emotional stakes and character-driven narrative depth.
- #13 Katawa Shoujo
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 5,524 reviews2024
Dev: Four Leaf Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
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: Visual Novel 27.9%, Dating Sim 18%, Romance 15.6%, Anime 14.1%, Story Rich 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A deeply empathetic visual novel that focuses on personal growth, romance, and overcoming physical and emotional challenges.
- #14 Little Busters! English Edition
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,122 reviews2017
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 42.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 40.5%, Anime 17.5%, Dating Sim 9.1%, Romance 8.9%, Story Rich 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A heartwarming tale of friendship and growth that is widely considered one of the best emotional visual novels.
- #15 ef - the first tale. (All Ages)
88% matchVery Positive95% of 191 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 279.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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 32.4%, Romance 19%, Anime 15.3%, Story Rich 8.7%, Dating Sim 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features high-quality, dramatic storytelling that explores complex emotional landscapes and romantic entanglements.
- #16 Tricolour Lovestory
87% matchVery Positive81% of 28,032 reviews2017
Dev: HL-Galgame
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 48.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Time flies and never comes back. But with an incredible 1-million-word script and 100+ original CGs, this game will take you back to when you were young, simple and pure. Go and get the love of your life back, start something new, or end everything in flame, that's for you to decide!
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.4%, Dating Sim 25.5%, Anime 14.4%, Romance 6.6%, Great Soundtrack 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: A grounded, realistic romance drama that explores the complexities of high school relationships and personal growth.
- #17 LoveChoice
85% matchVery Positive92% of 36,143 reviews2021
Dev: Akaba Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
"What is love?" We try to answer that with this game. The game encourages people to have a warm, soft, and understanding heart.
Why similar: Dating Sim 23.7%, Visual Novel 22.1%, Romance 21.8%, Story Rich 7.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A short, experimental visual novel that emphasizes the impact of small choices on romantic outcomes.
- #18 Everlasting Summer
86% matchVery Positive94% of 77,532 reviews2014
Dev: Soviet Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 58.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Visual novel loved by many – Everlasting Summer – now on Steam!
Why similar: Visual Novel 37.7%, Anime 18.3%, Romance 11.5%, Story Rich 9.1%, Dating Sim 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric and mysterious visual novel that captures the feeling of nostalgia and emotional discovery.
- #19 A Sky Full of Stars 仰望夜空的星辰
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 994 reviews2017
Dev: MoeNovel
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 31.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The starry sky spreads far and wide overhead... This story full of love, comedy, and excitement follows our protagonist and his stargazing friends as they grow together. "A Sky Full of Stars" is a coming-of-age astronomy tale by the same team who brought you "If My Heart Had Wings".
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.6%, Dating Sim 18.3%, Romance 16.5%, Anime 11.3%, Story Rich 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A sweet, atmospheric romance that focuses on shared hobbies and the development of intimate connections.
- #20 Fox Hime Zero
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,944 reviews2018
Dev: AsicxArt
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 45.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Yan, a student of natural history, encounters a cute and mysterious girl with fox ears while conducting routine scientific research at a remote observation cabin. This might be a "blessing" for the intrepid in the golden age of geographical discovery...
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.1%, Anime 27.1%, Romance 12.3%, Cute 6.2%, Dating Sim 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: A cute and emotional story that focuses on the bond between the protagonist and a supernatural being.
- #21 Gaokao.Love.100Days
83% matchVery Positive90% of 8,203 reviews2015
Dev: 高考恋爱委员会Pub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Getting a girl-friend before National College Entrance Exam, I know it's crazy, but from today, we will face everything together.
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.2%, Dating Sim 29.3%, Romance 12.2%, Anime 9.8%, Multiple Endings 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A unique dating sim that forces players to balance academic pressure with the development of a romantic relationship.
- #22 STEINS;GATE 0
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 8,091 reviews2018
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 125.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
If you can't save the one you love… How can you save humanity? Sequel to the visual novel cult classic. Experience an alternate worldline of STEINS;GATE.
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.5%, Anime 20.8%, Story Rich 11.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%, Multiple Endings 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A direct exploration of grief and the consequences of technology, serving as a darker, more mature companion to the original.
- #23 Trinoline All Ages Version
82% matchVery Positive89% of 156 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 26.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 26.3%, Anime 17.1%, Dating Sim 15.2%, Romance 14.4%, Story Rich 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features a compelling mix of sci-fi technology and emotional drama centered on the concept of artificial life.
- #24 Ego's Spark
79% matchVery Positive94% of 69 reviews2024
Dev: SatsukiPub: Shiravune
Windows
Is this a nascent ego—or just a nasty bug? Crash headfirst into cuddles, comfort, and maybe even love in this short visual novel about robots and the human heart.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.5%, Robots 19%, Romance 18.2%, Anime 16.3%, Story Rich 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A modern indie title that directly tackles the intersection of AI, romance, and the definition of consciousness.
- #25 Corona Blossom Vol.1 Gift From the Galaxy
81% matchVery Positive95% of 307 reviews2016
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 30.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Meet R-ne, a metallic organism from space in the form of a young girl. She’s taken in by Keiji and the people of Hanma town, but the maid uniform-clad, cat-eared space pirate Lily and her crew are looking to sell the valuable metal that’s R-ne. Caught up in the turmoil, can she make it back home?
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.8%, Anime 17.6%, Dating Sim 14.7%, Romance 12.2%, Robots 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted and cute sci-fi adventure that provides a relaxing contrast to more dramatic titles.
- #26 9-nine-:Episode 1
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,910 reviews2019
Dev: PALETTEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 147.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Help Miyako and Kakeru track down a superpowered serial killer before they strike again.
Why similar: Visual Novel 51.6%, Anime 24.5%, Cute 6.5%, Story Rich 5.8%, Multiple Endings 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: Combines supernatural elements with a strong focus on building a believable and emotional romantic relationship.
- #27 Dream Ending
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,199 reviews2019
Dev: #workshopPub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 33.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
This is a small tale from the end. The leftovers of mankind are destined to perish as the Arks break orbit. Suddenly, however, she's making me ask her out, an invitation to face the apocalypse together... a short but exquisite visual novel, "Dream Ending" is humanity's last love story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 45%, Romance 23.4%, Anime 22%, Casual 3.7%, Indie 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: A short, indie-focused visual novel that provides a concise and emotional romantic experience.
- #28 Love, Money, Rock'n'Roll
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 7,128 reviews2022
Dev: Soviet Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 36.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Love, Money, Rock'n'Roll: the romanticism of the Eighties, mystery and intrigues, betrayal and sacrifice, hatred and passion — all this and more in the new game from the creators of the legendary visual novel Everlasting Summer!
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.8%, Anime 16.1%, Dating Sim 15.3%, Romance 15%, Story Rich 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric visual novel set in the 1980s that focuses on mystery, romance, and difficult life choices.
- #29 WORLD END ECONOMiCA episode.01
80% matchVery Positive84% of 726 reviews2014
Dev: Spicy TailsPub: Sekai Project
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 68.3%, Anime 27.2%, Story Rich 2%, Sci-fi 1.5%, Indie 0.8%
Why You'll Like It: Written by the author of Spice and Wolf, this offers a grounded, philosophical look at human ambition and technology.
- #30 DATE A LIVE: Rio Reincarnation
77% matchVery Positive95% of 3,738 reviews2019
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 139.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Show the Spirits the power of love and save the world in this romantic visual novel!
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.6%, Anime 23.2%, Dating Sim 22%, Romance 13%, Story Rich 4%
- #31 STEINS;GATE: My Darling's Embrace
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,820 reviews2019
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Fall in love with the lab members all over again in this sweet and slapstick romantic comedy!
Why similar: Visual Novel 50.2%, Anime 19.6%, Dating Sim 14.6%, Romance 9.7%, Story Rich 2.9%
- #32 YOU and ME and HER: A Love Story
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 6,620 reviews2020
Dev: NitroplusPub: JAST
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 131.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
YOU and ME and HER: A Love Story is the visual novel medium in its purest form. Will Shinichi choose Miyuki, the beautiful queen bee of the school, or the endearingly awkward misfit Aoi? With art by Tsuji Santa, these beautifully rendered romances will stay with you forever.
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.9%, Anime 16.3%, Romance 15.6%, Dating Sim 8.5%, Story Rich 5.7%
- #33 机械恋心
73% matchVery Positive100% of 101 reviews2024
Dev: Lunatic Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
当科技突破伦理的局限，当天才的火花和机械的纯洁相遇，当积久的矛盾与必然的巧合共鸣，不受祝福却被期待的恋爱就此展开......
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.5%, Dating Sim 17.4%, Robots 14.7%, Romance 14.3%, Anime 13%
- #34 Fox Hime
76% matchVery Positive84% of 4,048 reviews2017
Dev: AsicxArt
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 67.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Yan is a college student with a special guardian girl named Mori at his side. "If my girlfriend is as beautiful as Mori, then my life must be blessed by the gods..." Unknowingly, another girl is entering his life...
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.4%, Anime 37.6%, Dating Sim 5.9%, Cute 4.7%, Romance 4.4%
- #35 LuGame: Lunchtime Games Club!
75% matchVery Positive94% of 209 reviews2019
Dev: UrbanMPub: Urban Meadows
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Visual Novel 24.8%, Dating Sim 18.1%, Anime 17.3%, Romance 15%, Story Rich 6.5%
- #36 Blood Code
77% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,024 reviews2015
Dev: ZiX Solutions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 24.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A story about an ordinary human girl and her romantic encounters with knights and princes. These characters may be gentle, passionate, considerate, or inhospitable. There are many character styles to suit a variety of individual player tastes.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.7%, Dating Sim 22.5%, Romance 19.1%, Anime 8.5%, Cute 6.2%
- #37 Adventure of a Lifetime
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 876 reviews2018
Dev: MoeNovel
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
I'm going to get it back! The important treasure that has sunk in the ocean! Set in the southern island World Heritage Site, Ogasawara Islands, a city boy, a runaway girl and a local girl meet in summer, sparking the growth and deepening of love and friendship.
Why similar: Visual Novel 59.9%, Anime 26.3%, Simulation 5.4%, Casual 3.3%, Adventure 2.8%
- #38 机忆
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 84 reviews2020
Dev: futurelovegame
Windows
"Master, what's the difference between humans and robots you find?" I hope someday you will be knocked on the door by the lovely maid robot and give the answer to this question.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.2%, Dating Sim 17.8%, Anime 13.8%, Romance 12.8%, Robots 10.6%
- #39 The NOexistenceN of you AND me
68% matchVery Positive93% of 20,460 reviews2024
Dev: 0x0Real StudioPub: Nino Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Use "game" as a medium to showcase the world of "you/girl". Explore the truth of "you/girl/world" through the form of a "visual novel".
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.9%, Anime 18.6%, Dating Sim 11.9%, Story Rich 8.5%, Multiple Endings 7.9%
- #40 The Neverland of the Mountain and Sea
70% matchVery Positive96% of 223 reviews2022
Dev: Magenta Factory
Windows · Mac · Linux
Falling in love!! With a robot girl (fool)!!
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.9%, Dating Sim 24.4%, Robots 19.4%, Anime 13.5%, Cute 4.4%
- #41 Your Diary +
73% matchVery Positive85% of 345 reviews2018
Dev: CubePub: Hyper'sthene
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 58.6 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Your Diary + is a visual novel game that explores the seven ways humans experience happiness in the stories of its seven heroines. What does it mean to be useful to someone? To be loved? To trust someone with your heart? Rediscover the importance of these everyday joys.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.6%, Anime 17.2%, Dating Sim 17.1%, Romance 15.4%, Story Rich 7.6%
- #42 Tomoyo After ~It's a Wonderful Life~ English Edition
73% matchVery Positive91% of 721 reviews2016
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 56.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 51.4%, Anime 23.2%, Romance 11.9%, Story Rich 4.7%, Great Soundtrack 3.1%
- #43 If My Heart Had Wings -Flight Diary-
72% matchVery Positive95% of 532 reviews2019
Dev: MoeNovel
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
While If My Heart Had Wings -Flight Diary- is technically a fan disc for If My Heart Had Wings, it includes six stories - including the prologue and epilogue to the main story - and acts as a sort of sequel to the original.
Why similar: Visual Novel 46.1%, Anime 22.5%, Romance 14.3%, Dating Sim 12%, Simulation 2.6%
- #44 True Love ～Confide to the Maple～
72% matchVery Positive85% of 1,604 reviews2016
Dev: SP-time
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 29.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Guo Hengyi and Yao Fengyi are childhood sweetheart. But their relationship goes far gradually after divided into different classes and the great college entrance exam pressure. Tang Haiyin and Yao Fengxi came to his life as well. An unexpected accident had involved them together.
Why similar: Visual Novel 47.3%, Dating Sim 29.3%, Anime 15.2%, Story Rich 4.1%, Casual 1.5%
- #45 Muv-Luv
71% matchVery Positive94% of 1,987 reviews2018
Dev: aNCHOR Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 31.5%, Anime 20.1%, Romance 19.2%, Story Rich 8.4%, Cute 5.8%
- #46 我的机器人女友
64% matchVery Positive93% of 1,162 reviews2026
Dev: 时娱游戏
Windows
This is a simulation game that combines nurturing with romance.You'll cultivate a one-of-a-kind robotic girlfriend while sharing romantic moments with multiple girls, each possessing distinct personalities.
Why similar: Romance 25.7%, Robots 23.2%, Dating Sim 16.1%, Story Rich 14.6%, Multiple Endings 7.2%
- #47 Analogue: A Hate Story
71% matchVery Positive93% of 2,291 reviews2012
Dev: Love Conquers All Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 57%
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 61.2%, Anime 19%, Story Rich 4.8%, Sci-fi 3.9%, Dating Sim 3%
- #48 Robolife-Days with Aino
68% matchVery Positive91% of 1,441 reviews2021
Dev: Barance StudioPub: Critical Bliss
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 62%
There's nothing better than living with a robot girl! Get your wrench on and show her your mechanic power! But beware, she might be more than just a regular robot...
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.2%, Dating Sim 25.4%, Robots 22.3%, Multiple Endings 5.7%, Nudity 4.9%
- #49 A Kiss For The Petals - Remembering How We Met
70% matchVery Positive93% of 1,719 reviews2015
Dev: St. Michael's Girls SchoolPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 39.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A brand new entry in the landmark yuri game series, "A Kiss For The Petals!" The story of how fan-favorite couple Risa and Miya first met is now available on the PC!
Why similar: Visual Novel 38.9%, Anime 24.3%, Romance 19.9%, Dating Sim 7.3%, Cute 6%
- #50 Carpe Diem
70% matchVery Positive89% of 8,560 reviews2015
Dev: Moonlit Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 13%
Seize the day
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.7%, Anime 29.9%, Dating Sim 15.3%, Cute 4.7%, Romance 2.8%
- #51 Season of 12 Colors
69% matchVery Positive94% of 2,053 reviews2016
Dev: 橘子班Pub: NVLMaker
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 17.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
--The way it was, Just like it is now, On a bright, bright summer day. "That's a promise, right?" The girl in a white dress said. Sunny sky. A paper plane slid across it, riding on blue winds.
Why similar: Visual Novel 62%, Anime 24.5%, Cute 5%, Casual 3.1%, Indie 2.9%
- #52 9-nine-:NewEpisode
67% matchVery Positive94% of 728 reviews2022
Dev: PALETTEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 190.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Enjoy short after stories for the heroines of the 9-nine- series in 9-nine-:NewEpisode!
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.8%, Dating Sim 22.7%, Anime 16%, Romance 10.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 5.1%
- #53 Otaku's Adventure
67% matchVery Positive95% of 8,937 reviews2019
Dev: Spacelight Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
"Otaku's Adventure" is a different kind of AVG.The story tells of an Otaku who has been single for many years and thirst for love. While he inadvertently embarks on a fantastic journey, he eventually wins girls' love. The game combines storytelling with alternative TAKAGISM, and mini-games.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.3%, Dating Sim 24%, Anime 15.1%, Romance 10.3%, Multiple Endings 9.2%
- #54 Notch - The Innocent LunA: Eclipsed SinnerS
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 3,296 reviews2015
Dev: Angels Blue Digital EntertainmentPub: DigitalEZ
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 163.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
This is an isolated town, a town of memories that have been forgotten by its people. However, this small town has not been quiet and peaceful since the murders began... Time passes by, where are the sinful spirits going? Are my memories reality, or just a dream?
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.7%, Anime 24.1%, Story Rich 12.5%, Great Soundtrack 11.1%, Multiple Endings 9.8%
- #55 Frosty Kiss
69% matchVery Positive90% of 1,558 reviews2016
Dev: 2Chance Projects
Windows · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 109.9 hrs≥1hr: 30%
It's been a year since Semyon returned from "Sovyonok" and met the girls from the camp in the real world. But it's New Year at hand! And it needs to be celebrated!
Why similar: Visual Novel 51%, Anime 31.6%, Dating Sim 12.4%, Indie 1.2%, Casual 1.1%
- #56 The Fruit of Grisaia
68% matchVery Positive92% of 1,103 reviews2015
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 125.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
SIX FRUITS BARE THEIR FANGS AT THE WORLD. --The academy was their orchard. In this place of learning, protected by high walls from the outside world, there arrived a single young man who'd lost his purpose in life. He'd lost sight of what he wanted to protect.
Why similar: Visual Novel 36%, Anime 20.7%, Romance 11%, Dating Sim 9.2%, Story Rich 7.2%
- #57 Transpile Girl Rescue Operation!
65% matchMostly Positive80% of 199 reviews2024
Dev: Backflip WildCATPub: Mango Party
Windows
You can fix her! Transform Hina from a cold, emotionless robot to your strict & ideal wife!
Why similar: Dating Sim 27.7%, Visual Novel 26.6%, Anime 22.4%, Cute 5.9%, Nudity 5.1%
- #58 VA-11 Hall-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 38,192 reviews2016
Dev: Sukeban GamesPub: Ysbryd Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 31.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
VA-11 HALL-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action is a booze em' up about waifus, technology, and post-dystopia life.
Why similar: Visual Novel 45%, Anime 21.9%, Story Rich 13.2%, Cute 7.1%, Sci-fi 4.6%
