60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Visual Novel, Adventure, Anime, Story Rich.
Superpowered detective noir. Maverick detective Ruka Hiryu pursues criminals by day—and ices perps by night...
The Shell Part II: Purgatorio
Detective Reiji Tokisaka is back to face down a mystery that spans decades, if not centuries. With the aftermath of his last case weighing on his soul and a long-silent cult resurgent, can he solve the crime—or will it become his curse?
Destiny Star Girlfriend
A surprise kerfuffle with unhinged space demons sees campus nobody Seiji “tied by fate” to Yuuri, the undercover magical girl who’s also his covert classroom crush! With both their secrets out of the bag, can Seiji still shoot his shot? Or will the evil Majin’s minions invade Earth first?
Detective Reiji Tokisaka is back to face down a mystery that spans decades, if not centuries. With the aftermath of his last case weighing on his soul and a long-silent cult resurgent, can he solve the crime—or will it become his curse?
Why similar: Cult 26.6% ★, Noir 22.2%, Detective 18.8%, Visual Novel 9.6%, Crime 7.1%
A surprise kerfuffle with unhinged space demons sees campus nobody Seiji “tied by fate” to Yuuri, the undercover magical girl who’s also his covert classroom crush! With both their secrets out of the bag, can Seiji still shoot his shot? Or will the evil Majin’s minions invade Earth first?
Why similar: Superhero 24.5% ★, Visual Novel 21.5%, Comedy 13.1%, Romance 12.8%, Magic 12.2%
Help Miyako and Kakeru track down a superpowered serial killer before they strike again.
Why similar: Visual Novel 63.7%, Anime 16.9%, Mystery 11.3%, Choices Matter 4.7%, Simulation 3.4%
Mohism: Battle of Words is a detective game set in the world of wuxia. The game follows Zhang Xiaochen, investigates unsolved cases and comes into his own as a hero. He must rely on his wits and razor-sharp tongue to best his opponents, find the culprit and ensure justice prevails!
Why similar: Detective 37.9%, Visual Novel 23.5%, Crime 19.1%, Mystery 9.9%, Anime 6.4%
An anime-inspired supernatural detective game. Uncover the identities and powers of your adversaries using a conspiracy board full of evidence.
Why similar: Detective 38%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Supernatural 15.4%, Lore-Rich 13.8%, Mystery 10%
Interrogate suspects, search for clues, & uncover a dastardly plot, as you solve a string of mystifying murders to help reluctant detective Ilmarinen escape the foreboding Fafnir Hotel.
Why similar: Detective 30.7%, Crime 17.8%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Modern 11.9%, Mystery 9.3%
Detective Game. Murder Investigation. Interrogate witnesses. Rebut with evidence.
Why similar: Detective 39.9%, Crime 22.5%, Visual Novel 19.3%, Mystery 9.7%, Anime 7.3%
Fight to defend or tear down the new world order in Socery Jokers, a modern fantasy visual novel full of battles and action. Shift between multiple perspectives, wield impressive magic, and delve into a conflict between personal freedom and public order.
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.3%, Modern 20.5%, Supernatural 16%, Magic 11.6%, Lore-Rich 8.1%
The samurai detective visual novel! Solve crimes and pass judgment on vigilantes, officials, inventors, and brigands to protect a city of eternal cherry blossoms.
Why similar: Detective 49.8%, Visual Novel 25.8%, Mystery 11.8%, Anime 6.9%, Choices Matter 3.7%
Trials of Innocence is an indie courtroom detective game. Step into the shoes of the main character, rookie lawyer Luna Ray, and navigate her journey through the legal world. Unravel a shocking conspiracy that changes the fate of many, including herself, and confront her inner choices.
Why similar: Detective 34.1%, Crime 18.7%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Lore-Rich 12.3%, Mystery 8.5%
Staffer Retro is a mystery adventure game where you uncover past incidents related to ‘Mana’, the source of supernatural powers. Gather information through dialogue and exploration, and piece together clues found in documents to guide the choices of Verita Retro, the protagonist.
Why similar: Detective 40.5%, Visual Novel 19.5%, Crime 17%, Mystery 11%, Anime 6.3%
In Tyrion Cuthbert: Attorney of the Arcane, you play as a defense attorney who practices law in a world of fantasy and wizards. You must defend clients accused of various crimes committed using magic and use the rules of magic to prove them innocent.
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.8%, Detective 20%, Mystery 13.7%, Magic 13.4%, Fantasy 10.4%
5% of murder cases remain unsolved... it's time to open up these cases and confront the supernatural with forensic science! Solve cases by analyzing evidence and consulting with specialists. Enter a world that artfully blends 2D illustration and real-life visuals!
Why similar: Detective 32.1%, Crime 22.4%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Mystery 8.8%, Simulation 6.5%
LumineNight is a story-driven detective adventure. Play as Detective Foster and his daughter to solve a series of murders spanning a decade. Interrogate suspects, infiltrate locations, solve puzzles, and gather evidence from crime scenes. Uncover the dark truth behind these killings.
Why similar: Detective 34.6%, Noir 31.9%, Visual Novel 15.9%, Mystery 9.6%, Anime 5.7%
A new visual novel from the legendary eXtend! Mixing dangerous romance with murder mystery, BUSTAFELLOWS is a steamy noir mystery that will make you shiver but ask for more!
Why similar: Noir 41.1%, Crime 17.9%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Romance 10.7%, Anime 5.8%
A narrative courtroom adventure all about VTubers! Players will take the role of prosecutor Justin Truth and investigate a murder at a VTuber agency, doing their best to uncover the identity of both the killer and VTuber's real face.
Why similar: Detective 35.3%, Crime 19.3%, Visual Novel 18.2%, Comedy 10.4%, Mystery 9.2%
Detective Inna Duke is a noir story-driven visual novel where you team up with lieutenant Inna Duke and her partner corporal Fernal to investigate the mysterious abduction of the popular streamer Oleh Hamston. But will you manage to track down the poor hamster in rainy city?
Why similar: Noir 35.8%, Detective 27.5%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Crime 11.5%, Comedy 7.6%
Hack Into God
Why similar: Visual Novel 63.5%, Anime 20.1%, Choices Matter 9%, Adventure 7.5%
Check the suspect's status and solve the mystery! A status-checking mystery ADV in which a rookie detective takes on difficult cases that take place in a fantasy world.
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.2%, Mystery 27.7%, Comedy 23.3%, Adventure 5.5%, 2D 2.4%
A detective visual novel where magic, sex, and comedy collide: solve cases, duel wizards, and flirt with danger.
Why similar: Detective 32.7%, Visual Novel 25.9%, Romance 14%, Comedy 10.7%, Magic 9.8%
A narrative detective game blended with supernatural elements. Play as a rookie investigator, discover vital clues in every case, dive into unscripted interrogations and uncover truths that break minds. But with each revelation, the world feels... less human.
Why similar: Detective 46.8%, Visual Novel 28.8%, Mystery 11.1%, Anime 9.9%, Adventure 1.8%
Detective Bloodphobia is a black-and-white noir visual novel with point-and-click investigations and deduction gameplay.
Why similar: Crime 30.3%, Visual Novel 25.1%, Noir 19.3%, Detective 18.9%, Mystery 3.6%
A highly engaging visual novel, with memorable characters and multiple endings. Traverse worlds, solve a murder mystery -- and partake in political revolution. Inspired by greats such as Steins;Gate, Tales of Symphonia, Persona 4 and Future Diary. An unforgettable science-fiction/fantasy adventure!
Why similar: Visual Novel 74.1%, Comedy 7.8%, Choices Matter 6.6%, Anime 4.4%, Simulation 3.9%
Immerse yourself in neon, smoke, and high-stakes legal gambles as a Defense Attorney with uniquely Killer insights in this episodic, diabolically stylish visual novel adventure game.
Why similar: Noir 37%, Detective 26.7%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Lore-Rich 10%, Anime 4.1%
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 42.6%, Romance 23.7%, Anime 10.5%, Comedy 7.5%, Fantasy 5.7%
Romance supernatural bachelors and investigate humanity’s dark wishes!
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.4%, Supernatural 20.4%, Romance 15.1%, Comedy 11.5%, Mystery 10.3%
It all started with a simple robbery. When that thread was pulled, a tapestry of mysteries was revealed. Solve cases and outsmart criminals in a detective story full of lies, confessions, and maybe even a murder or two.
Why similar: Detective 42.2%, Visual Novel 21.5%, Crime 17.9%, Mystery 9.8%, Anime 5.3%
A mysterious crime that no one could solve now rests on your shoulders. Well, not just yours; you also have a partner from your department whom everyone makes fun of. But who knows—maybe she’s actually a great detective in disguise?
Why similar: Visual Novel 43.8%, Romance 22.6%, Comedy 18.9%, Anime 12.5%, Adventure 2.3%
A wild tale of conspiracy, loss, friendship, and... chickens?! Two rooster detectives are about to venture into the insect underworld to uncover a worldwide conspiracy, while also battling their inherent demons in this animal noir adventure satire.
Why similar: Noir 32.3%, Detective 24.1%, Crime 16.8%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Mystery 6.9%
A marvellous romance with a hint of murder, where every playthrough is different! Seek love, friendship, or more... intimate encounters. Help a murdered man find justice. And watch out for the bats.
Why similar: Detective 43.4%, Visual Novel 25.3%, Romance 15.1%, Lore-Rich 10.9%, Choices Matter 5%
A wild tale of love, death, chickens, and redemption! Chicken Police is a buddy-cop noir adventure with a carefully crafted world, a gritty story, and absurd humor. The game mixes classic adventure games with visual novel-style storytelling, presented in a beak-droppingly unique art style.
Why similar: Noir 37.4%, Detective 27.9%, Crime 17.9%, Visual Novel 15%, Adventure 1.2%
In this short point 'n' click adventure, you are Star Seeker - a WIZARD solving a WIZARD crime to not get put in WIZARD jail by the WIZ- I mean, PLAIN OLD cops. With a useless detective, countless red herrings, and unique dialogue for every evidence combination... will this case ever be cracked?
Why similar: Detective 32.5%, Crime 18.2%, Visual Novel 16.5%, Comedy 10.1%, Mystery 9.8%
Staffer Reborn is a game of supernatural abilities and logical deduction set in 1960s America. It tells the story of a man trapped in a cycle of death and resurrection caused by his supernatural ability and the investigator who was recruited to help.
Why similar: Noir 29.1%, Detective 23.5%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Crime 12.6%, Lore-Rich 8.3%
“If you don't tie the knot with the person of your dreams within the next year, you'll be in big trouble.” So forewarns Urara, the self-proclaimed Goddess of Matchmaking... kicking off a rowdy rom-com adventure!
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.5%, Comedy 26%, Magic 22.2%, Choices Matter 5.1%, 2D 1.3%
Read the evidence. Run the forensics. Question suspects in your own words, they lie, crack, or lawyer up. Accuse the wrong person, and Internal Affairs comes after you.
Why similar: Detective 43.6%, Crime 32.8%, Mystery 11.4%, Simulation 6.8%, Adventure 2.9%
A thrilling detective mystery adventure set in a historical fantasy world. As a dragon detective, use your six senses to find evidence and hunt down the culprit.
Why similar: Detective 40%, Crime 23%, Visual Novel 20.5%, Mystery 6.4%, Fantasy 6.3%
The chart-topping itch.io and Newgrounds indie hit comes to Steam, with a slew of enhancements and new features! Step into court as Nina Aquila, rookie defense attorney in this thrilling VN/adventure game hybrid, and fight for justice in a world where all anime genres exist at once!
Why similar: Detective 34%, Crime 20.6%, Visual Novel 18.5%, Mystery 9.2%, Comedy 8.2%
A superhero-themed yandere romance visual novel. He's your coworker, your crush, and the villain you need to stop? Make choices to be with your supervillian ex, or move on to a new hot superhero.
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.4%, Romance 21.9%, Superhero 16.6% ★, Comedy 7.9%, Choices Matter 7.4%
BROKEN God Awakening is a Galgame with supernatural abilities in a modern urban background.
Why similar: Visual Novel 68.4%, Anime 24.1%, 2D 5.2%, Adventure 2.3%
Immerse yourself in a dramatic yet charming and witty world of evidence-gathering, deduction and courtroom battles with this double-pack of the adventures of rookie lawyer Ryunosuke.
Why similar: Detective 43.6%, Visual Novel 27.5%, Mystery 12.1%, Anime 8.5%, Comedy 4.5%
The hit series BUSTAFELLOWS continues with an all-new season! Fight for love and fight against crime, in this romantic, mystery, visual novel!
Why similar: Crime 31%, Visual Novel 26.2%, Romance 16.2%, Anime 8.3%, Lore-Rich 6.9%
Play as the Cat Detective Albert Wilde. Walk, talk, interrogate, joke, solve a mystery, and experience an old film noir setting with humanoid animal characters. A story of quantum theory and parallel universes served with a lot of humour.
Why similar: Noir 28.3%, Detective 23.2%, Crime 17.1%, Lore-Rich 10.4%, Comedy 8.8%
Miles Edgeworth's dramatic turnabouts take center stage! Experience both Ace Attorney Investigations games in one gorgeous collection! Investigate crime scenes and solve tough, intriguing cases through logic and deduction. When Edgeworth's past and present collide, his future begins!
Why similar: Detective 35.4%, Crime 24.4%, Visual Novel 20.1%, Mystery 10.9%, Anime 3%
The coiling chains of obsession that began with The Shell now threaten to strangle Detective Reiji Tokisaka in the third and final entry in the trilogy. As old friends and foes rise up for one last confrontation, can anyone break the cycle—and can Reiji's heart ever be set free?
Why similar: Cult 25.4% ★, Noir 25.1%, Detective 18.1%, Crime 11.4%, Visual Novel 10%
Staffer Case is a new sort of mystery game, asking players to find clues, arrange them into documents, and point out the contradictions between them to solve a series of murders. Each mystery unraveled leads you closer to the truth lying at the heart of each case!
Why similar: Detective 40.9%, Crime 20.4%, Visual Novel 16.6%, Mystery 9.6%, Anime 6%
Detective Red July must stop a serial killer who patterns his murders after optical illusions in this mystery visual novel set in the world of Methods.
Why similar: Detective 37.8%, Crime 23.5%, Visual Novel 22.1%, Mystery 9.9%, Anime 6.6%
Ever since the day the powers appeared, crime has ruled the streets of Scum City. As the conniving villains grow stronger and stronger, and the heroes find themselves walloped rather than walloping... it falls to you to rehabilitate S-rank villains in this short visual novel!
Why similar: Superhero 35.9% ★, Crime 22.7%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Anime 7.7%, Sci-fi 7.4%
Set in school life, “Who is the Criminal” is a text-based adventure game featuring comedian and inference elements. With inquiring suspects and debating with “evildoers”, he gathers pieces of puzzles and reveals what truly happens in every incident.
Why similar: Detective 34.2%, Crime 19.8%, Visual Novel 17.5%, Mystery 8.9%, Comedy 8.9%
Let's use existence and freedom as stakes, block everything, and explore the ancient legends of the Fallen Star Village, digging out the truth buried in the long river of history.
Why similar: Detective 79.9%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Anime 7.3%, 2D 3.2%, Adventure 0.9%
Join spirit detective Kagami Makoto and his demon familiars as they hunt down the wandering ghosts disrupting the peace of his small town.
Why similar: Visual Novel 43.6%, Romance 18.9%, Supernatural 15.3%, Anime 13%, Choices Matter 5.8%
In"FLAM EVAW ", you will continue to embody the community detective Maple Kurosawa, using your powerful detective and hacker skills to embark on a journey of investigation against the Rainbow Crime Organization with several female assistants of different styles.
Why similar: Detective 80.5%, Mystery 11.8%, Simulation 5.7%, Adventure 2%
Can you mix a cocktail while eye-to-eye with a criminal? Find out in Best Served Cold, a murder mystery set in a bustling speakeasy where you serve customers, make friends and enemies, and solve crimes. At the Nightcap bar, prohibition is a killer… and so are some of your customers!
Why similar: Detective 48.9%, Visual Novel 27%, Romance 6.8%, Fantasy 6.8%, Choices Matter 6.1%
Unravel a string of gruesome murders terrorizing Tokyo in this mystery-thriller visual novel. The secrets of a case from six years prior may just be the key to the current unending cycle of tragedy—and the thing that cracks this woeful world’s shell may be one girl’s smile.
Why similar: Cult 30.8% ★, Detective 28%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Romance 8.5%, Mystery 8.1%
Play as Sam or Farah as they attempt to navigate the neon thrills of their cyberpunk city Love Shore, solve murders, fight gods and maybe fall in love.
Why similar: Noir 58.6%, Crime 17.1%, Supernatural 8.5%, Choices Matter 6%, Mystery 6%
Step into Detective Kazuo Kurosawa’s role. Uncover mysteries involving eight enigmatic women. Choose to aid or save them. Features: • Hacker puzzles & QTE chases • Live-action cinematics • Anti-cliché thriller romance • 207-day polished script • Multi-timeline narrative
Why similar: Detective 62.1%, Mystery 19.2%, Romance 15.1%, Simulation 3.5%
In a world where the virtual space "Real Dive System" has become the foundation of people's entertainment, the protagonist, Hikaru Arata, gets caught up in a sinister plot that misuses the Real Dive System.
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.5%, Comedy 20.7%, Fantasy 13.9%, Anime 13.5%, Simulation 6.9%
Hauma is a deduction visual novel set in Munich. Discover a conspiracy amongst the upper echelons of society alongside former detective Judith, while visiting real locations in a comic-inspired look.
Why similar: Noir 34.2%, Detective 26.1%, Crime 16.7%, Visual Novel 14.1%, Mystery 7.2%
It's Sora and Kakeru's time to shine when the action heats up in 9-nine-: Episode 2. Can they take down the murderer before it's too late for them both?
Why similar: Visual Novel 53.7%, Anime 14.1%, Magic 11.5%, Mystery 10.6%, Choices Matter 5.5%
Mission: It’s Complicated is a narrative-based, visual novel where you match super-awesome superheroes to go on missions during the night and dates during the day. The more compatible the pair of superheroes are, the more likely that they will fall in love and save the world.
Why similar: Superhero 43.4% ★, Visual Novel 27.1%, Romance 17.3%, Choices Matter 6%, Anime 3.5%
