Games Like Marco & The Galaxy Dragon

Echo of Starsong is a visual novel style adventure game. Eda, a girl who can hear mysterious sound waves known as starsong, crosses paths with a young man in search of their source. Together, they venture out to the heart of space to unravel an ancient myth.

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.8%, Anime 20.2%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, Story Rich 11.2%, Adventure 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same sense of a grand, emotional space-faring adventure with a strong focus on character bonds.

"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 50%, Anime 19.2%, Story Rich 10%, Cute 9.6%, Great Soundtrack 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title features a similar blend of sci-fi elements, a cute aesthetic, and a deeply emotional narrative core.

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 49.3%, Anime 25.3%, Story Rich 5.6%, Cute 4.7%, Casual 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: Like the seed game, it is a short, impactful sci-fi visual novel that focuses on the relationship between a human and a non-human companion.

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 47.8%, Anime 23.7%, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Story Rich 5.7%, Great Soundtrack 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: It features a cinematic presentation and a focus on female protagonists navigating a fantasy world with high production values.

VA-11 HALL-A: Cyberpunk Bartender Action is a booze em' up about waifus, technology, and post-dystopia life.

Why similar: Visual Novel 33.2%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Anime 13.7%, Story Rich 9.7%, Funny 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly stylish, character-driven experience set in a vibrant sci-fi world with a focus on personal stories.

A tale told with vivid colors and rich sound in a classic TYPE-MOON visual novel.

Why similar: Visual Novel 50.3%, Anime 17.7%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Story Rich 6.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a top-tier cinematic visual novel experience with stunning art and high-energy supernatural sequences.

Fall in love with the lab members all over again in this sweet and slapstick romantic comedy!

Why similar: Visual Novel 51.6%, Anime 17.1%, Funny 11.8%, Female Protagonist 8.9%, Adventure 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It leans into the comedic and character-focused side of the visual novel genre while maintaining a sci-fi backdrop.

If there was a robot that could laugh, cry and smile. ...Does it have a soul?

Why similar: Visual Novel 53%, Anime 23.5%, Story Rich 8.7%, Cute 6.1%, Great Soundtrack 3%

Why You'll Like It: It explores the emotional connection between a human and an android, echoing the themes of companionship found in the seed game.

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 49.1%, Anime 16.6%, Great Soundtrack 8%, Adventure 8%, Story Rich 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality visual novel that balances lighthearted comedy with profound emotional beats and memorable characters.

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 53.5%, Anime 23.2%, Story Rich 8.8%, Casual 4.6%, Adventure 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: It features high-energy, competitive elements paired with a polished, vibrant anime aesthetic.

The Gnosia lie. Pretending to be human, they’ll get in close, trick and deceive, and then eliminate one victim at a time...

Why similar: Visual Novel 47.7%, Anime 24.9%, Story Rich 13.9%, Adventure 6.2%, Simulation 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: This sci-fi title excels at character-driven storytelling and loop-based mystery, mirroring the high-stakes adventure feel.

SeaBed is a yuri-themed psychological mystery visual novel told through the perspectives of three separate characters: Sachiko, Takako and Narasaki.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.5%, Female Protagonist 22.6%, Anime 15.1%, Cute 5.1%, Adventure 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: An indie visual novel that focuses on female protagonists and a thoughtful, atmospheric story.

What begins as a slice-of-life romantic comedy will prove to be a sci-fi tale full of character drama, mysteries, and tragedy. This coming-of-age visual novel is a story about life, mistakes, pursuing your dreams, and finding your place in the universe.

Why similar: Visual Novel 39%, Anime 21.9%, Story Rich 11.9%, Comedy 11.1%, Cute 10%

Why You'll Like It: This is a classic sci-fi visual novel that deals with space themes and deep, character-focused drama.

"This is a tale of 'flowers' that never bloom." Shirohime, a girl who has lost her memory, and Kurofude, a mysterious boy, traverse through classic Japanese fairy tales within the land of Adabana, a realm of illustrated books. What awaits them after they mend the distorted tales?

Why similar: Visual Novel 43.5%, Adventure 13.7%, Story Rich 13.4%, Casual 11.2%, Anime 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A visually striking adventure that focuses on storytelling and unique artistic presentation.

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 49.8%, Anime 22%, Story Rich 10.3%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%, Cute 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A staple of the genre that excels at transitioning from comedic slice-of-life moments to deeply emotional storytelling.

Help Miyako and Kakeru track down a superpowered serial killer before they strike again.

Why similar: Visual Novel 56%, Anime 22.7%, Cute 8.7%, Story Rich 6.2%, Casual 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a fast-paced, supernatural mystery with a modern anime style and engaging character dynamics.

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 53.2%, Anime 27.8%, Cute 9.2%, Adventure 3.2%, Casual 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A short, cute, and indie-focused visual novel that fits the casual and anime-inspired aesthetic.

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 38.9%, Anime 18.8%, Cute 7.1%, Violent 7%, Story Rich 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It is a poignant, emotional journey that mirrors the 'orphan and companion' dynamic found in the seed game.

Sanzenkai Setsuna awakens on the shore of isolated island Urashima with no memories of his past. Befriending three local girls, Rinne, Karen, and Sara, Setsuna's quest to discover the secrets of Urashima and how they tie into his own past - and future - begins.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.6%, Anime 23.9%, Story Rich 10.7%, Cute 8.2%, Adventure 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi mystery visual novel with a strong focus on adventure and character development.

Two young illuminators, Fancia and Alina, start their adventure in the bright and fascinating Inlixaland... ...in pursuit of becoming trustworthy "The Arborangers."

Why similar: Visual Novel 33.3%, Anime 19.7%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, Cute 14%, Story Rich 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A visually vibrant title that blends interactive fiction with a cute, anime-inspired aesthetic.

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 35.4%, Anime 19%, Cute 8.2%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Comedy 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the space-faring, cute, and casual themes that define the seed game's premise.

3 centuries have passed after sleeping for one night!? On a rainy night filled with thunderstorms, a young chef Raylan encountered a mysterious girl who resembled Sleeping Beauty in a huge tree hole, but everything suddenly went black before he could find out what happened...

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.2%, Anime 21.2%, Cute 9.1%, Funny 8.1%, Adventure 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a casual, interactive experience with a supernatural twist that keeps the story engaging.

Welcome to the club! Write poems for your crush and experience the terror of school romance in this critically-acclaimed psychological horror story.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.2%, Anime 23.1%, Cute 9.4%, Story Rich 8.3%, Gore 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: It subverts expectations with its high-energy, cute aesthetic, leading to a much deeper and more intense story.

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 34.4%, Anime 17.8%, Funny 11.7%, Story Rich 9.9%, Cute 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title matches the 'cute' and 'casual' tags while providing a high-production, character-driven narrative.

Thirteen girls awaken, only to find themselves in a prison. What awaits them: a Witch Trial. Help them prepare for the trial by exploring the prison in order to find the witch hidden amongst them. Find the witch, learn what kind of magic she holds, dispel the lies, and prepare for the execution.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.9%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Anime 10.2%, Cute 9.9%, Story Rich 7.1%

《爱上火车-Last Run!!-》是日本美少女游戏知名品牌Lose所制作的E-mote视觉小说。本作为本篇故事的二次强化版与各路线后日谈及续集的合集，拥有相当于两部作品的内容，字数高达200万字。本作由Cura担当原画与人物设计，进行豹负责剧本，并由tO(と)主导演出效果。中日文版同步在日本与海外进行发售。

Why similar: Visual Novel 47.4%, Anime 22.3%, Cute 11.3%, Story Rich 9.2%, Casual 5%

Why You'll Like It: It is a highly polished visual novel that leans into cute character designs and casual, engaging storytelling.

Fall into the magically complicated world of Overture as the three main characters embark on an adventure that will shake their lives and the world around them. Will they fan the flames of the growing revolution, or will they be the key to extinguishing it?

Why similar: Visual Novel 47%, Anime 17.4%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Story Rich 6.6%, Adventure 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A unique indie visual novel that blends fantasy and sci-fi elements with a strong narrative focus.

Rescue squad captain Watase Kasasagi wakes up without his memories in the middle of his most critical mission yet-- a nuclear meltdown at a research facility. In an unfamiliar place and without his years of training, he must rescue the survivors and escape...

Why similar: Visual Novel 53.5%, Anime 19.8%, Story Rich 10.2%, Violent 4.6%, Adventure 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a high-stakes sci-fi mystery that keeps the player engaged through its complex narrative structure.

Far Away is a visual novel full of dark humor depicting immersive storylines rather than romantic drama. You will play as Krosa, a typical girl who experiences gang conflicts, crimes, conspiracies, and family grudges in the port city of Bedjan.

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.1%, Anime 16.5%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Story Rich 9.9%, Cute 8.3%

What's NEKOPARA? Why, it's a cat paradise! Kashou Minaduki, the son of a long line of Japanese confection makers moved out to open his own shop "La Soleil" as a patisserie.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.5%, Anime 33.5%, Cute 10%, Story Rich 5%, Great Soundtrack 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the high-energy, cute, and comedic vibe that makes the seed game so approachable and fun.

The train you took, piercing the night sky and galloping under the stars, was refreshing-it was really a great value trip. In the solo journey under the refreshing night breeze, I met casual passengers and the loving and loving flight attendants.

Why similar: Visual Novel 59.1%, Anime 19.8%, Cute 13.7%, Adventure 6.3%, Singleplayer 1.1%

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 60.8%, Anime 22.6%, Story Rich 5.7%, Great Soundtrack 5.3%, Female Protagonist 3.1%

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 49.3%, Anime 27.5%, Story Rich 7.7%, Great Soundtrack 5.1%, Cute 5%

It's sure to bring a smile to everyone's face! In the big city of the human world, a group of monstrous girls go about their daily lives in a serious, anything-goes, slapstick frenzy!

Why similar: Visual Novel 36.7%, Anime 13.7%, Adventure 8.7%, Cute 7.6%, Funny 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a lighthearted, casual, and character-focused experience with a strong focus on relationships.

《TrymenT—献给渴望改变的你—》是由2016年被誉为业界年度黑马，并荣获了萌系游戏大赏剧本金奖的作品《Re;LieF～致亲爱的你～》的原班人马所打造的共享世界观与游戏角色，并以群像剧视角重新演绎的全新作品。本作拥有令人一见倾心的顶级场景绘画，以及拥有余音绕梁般魔力的优秀配乐。

Why similar: Visual Novel 53.3%, Anime 21%, Adventure 10.1%, Casual 9%, Story Rich 6.7%

《月影魅像-解放之羽-》是由日本美少女游戏品牌Applique制作的一款悬疑传奇题材作品。本作由小田原箱根负责作画、桐月编写剧本、鹰石忍制作音乐。讲述了一个层层剥茧，需要完成十几种不同结局才能最终了解全貌的精彩故事。本作曾荣获萌系游戏大赏2017年度话题金奖。

Why similar: Visual Novel 52.2%, Anime 21.4%, Gore 7.6%, Violent 7.6%, Adventure 6.3%

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 53.6%, Anime 20%, Adventure 10.2%, Casual 8.3%, Simulation 8%

"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 46.2%, Anime 20.9%, Story Rich 9.1%, Cute 8.7%, Adventure 5.2%

A visual novel about becoming lovers with Kanade—a half-human, half-alien girl. Enjoy a tender relationship with Kanade and witness how love blossoms into a song that saves the world.

Why similar: Visual Novel 39.8%, Anime 21.8%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Cute 9.9%, Adventure 6.8%

『月に寄りそう乙女の作法』は有名な美少女ゲームブランド「Navel」が創設10周年を記念に制作した女装もの作品です。発売してから長い時間を立っても高い人気を保ち、続編や外伝作品『乙女理論とその周辺』などの派生作品も続々とリリースし、過去十年間業界に大きく影響を与えるシリーズ作品の一つです。

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.3%, Female Protagonist 16%, Anime 13.7%, Story Rich 10.2%, Cute 5.7%

Margaret Dale crosses the galaxy in search of her lost mother, determined to solve once and for all the mysteries surrounding the destruction of Latona station.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.7%, Anime 21.1%, Story Rich 18.2%, Adventure 12.1%, Cute 8.5%

From the creators of the critically acclaimed STEINS;GATE comes a sensational new visual novel: CHAOS;CHILD. Set in Shibuya in 2015, a group of high school students who survived an earthquake six years ago find themselves at the center of a new series of bizarre murders in the city.

Why similar: Visual Novel 47.2%, Anime 17.6%, Story Rich 9.7%, Violent 8%, Gore 7.2%

Senren＊Banka is a Japanese-style visual novel produced by Yuzusoft, a Japanese developer of romance VNs. This game commemorated Yuzusoft's 10th anniversary. It won numerous awards on the year of its release in Japan for its art, music, and characters.

Why similar: Visual Novel 52.8%, Anime 20.9%, Cute 8.2%, Story Rich 6.2%, Casual 3.8%

In this short, coming-of-age yuri visual novel, play as Marion LaRue and Audrey Clary as they explore the magical city of Castlecoast and get a second chance at love and friendship.

Why similar: Visual Novel 54.2%, Female Protagonist 25.3%, Anime 11%, Story Rich 4.1%, Adventure 2.9%

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: Visual Novel 32.8%, Anime 18.3%, Funny 10.1%, Story Rich 9.8%, Comedy 9.7%

Takeru and Haru's life of slacc is upended once more as Iris, dragon queen of the Sea and Water factions shows up on Earth to claim the seas and bar all humans from entering them. Hijinks and plenty of dragon girls await in Slobbish Dragon Princess 2!

Why similar: Visual Novel 44.1%, Anime 21.5%, Comedy 11%, Cute 6.9%, Adventure 5.7%

美少女游戏品牌Lose在2016年推出的《爱上火车》获得萌系游戏大赏2016的准大奖和剧本奖金奖。另外在Getchu举办的“美少女游戏大赏2016”中获得综合部门第2名、剧本部门第4名、系统部门第2名、绘图部门第6名、音乐部门第8名、影片部门第7名、角色部门（八六）第3名。

Why similar: Visual Novel 48.4%, Anime 29.1%, Cute 7.2%, Story Rich 6.7%, Adventure 4.1%

Dive into the boundless galaxy and embark on an emotional adventure! Help little robot Emeth to fulfill a century-old promise by finding Earth in order to save Mankind—so step into the spaceship, operate a deep space telescope, and find out what’s out there in the unknown.

Why similar: Visual Novel 40%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, Anime 14.4%, Story Rich 13.3%, Adventure 5.8%

For decades, superpowers and psychic abilities were thought to be mere science fiction, but the discovery of a certain particle called the "Astron" at the end of the 20th century proved to the world that these wondrous phenomena were real.

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.3%, Anime 18.7%, Cute 10.8%, Story Rich 10.4%, Casual 4.5%

One day you wake up on a spaceship, with several other women, each one given a different job on board ship, doctor, engineer and you as Captain. Can you complete the mission that has been forced upon you... And save humanity.

Why similar: Visual Novel 47.1%, Anime 18.8%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, Adventure 7.5%, Casual 5.2%

Takamine Kousei was living a carefree college life until, one day, he tragically died in an accident. But then, the bizarre happened: Takamine Kousei opened his eyes again. And what's more, when he woke up, it was the morning of the very day, he had died.

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.6%, Anime 14.3%, Story Rich 11.1%, Cute 7.7%, Funny 7.4%

On the snowy mountain, in the wooden hut, we are tied together by the world. She and "I" can only love each other, we cannot be separated. Is this free affection, or manipulated love? A short visual novel with multiple endings, "Tiny Snow", a story with two girls, and you who know what love is.

Why similar: Visual Novel 56.5%, Anime 20%, Cute 8.5%, Violent 5.4%, Adventure 4.9%

Raise your daughter while she attends a magical academy. Choose which classes she attends, jobs she does, training she undergoes, and more in a character raising sim packed full of story and over 50 endings to reach. How she grows up to be the world's cutest princess depends on you!

Why similar: Visual Novel 29.9%, Anime 21.8%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Cute 9.3%, Story Rich 8.8%

A mystery visual novel taking place aboard the underwater train Marine Express. Follow student Ranko Togawa on her quest to find the culprit on the murder of an accompanying teacher... with lots of surprises along the way!

Why similar: Visual Novel 38%, Female Protagonist 18.8%, Anime 16.3%, Comedy 10.4%, Story Rich 9.3%

In the near future, a technology called Brain-Machine Interface connects the brain and machines. This technology brings about a new paradigm and opens the gates to the digitization of human memory itself. From these new discoveries, "he" is born.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.9%, Anime 21.3%, Story Rich 10.1%, Cute 8.7%, Comedy 6.2%

"Re: LieF ~ Shin'ainaru Anata e~" is produced by Japanese visual novel brand Rask. First launched in 2016, it was praised as a "Dark Horse of the year" by visual novel users. It also won the Golden Award for the screenplay of Moe Game Award.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.5%, Anime 24%, Story Rich 9.3%, Casual 8.8%, Adventure 8.7%

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 43.1%, Anime 21.9%, Adventure 7%, Simulation 6.3%, Great Soundtrack 6%

Follow along with the adventures of Dulce as she finds new friends, new fun, and maybe even romance in the world of Dragon Connection, a hot new augmented reality mobile game.A, short, sweet free all-ages GxG visual novel featuring cute girls, friendship, and romance!

Why similar: Visual Novel 51.5%, Female Protagonist 20.7%, Anime 14.3%, Casual 7.7%, Cute 5.8%

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 49.3%, Anime 21.6%, Story Rich 14.1%, Great Soundtrack 9.1%, Adventure 3.7%

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 33.3%, Anime 20.6%, Female Protagonist 20.3%, Story Rich 8.8%, Cute 8.4%