Games Like Nothing Can Stop Us (Encore)

Be the person you needed. Brew tea, listen well, and guide branching stories in a narrative slice-of-life about showing up when it matters. No perfect answers. Only your choices and what they set in motion.

Why similar: Philosophical 16%, Emotional 15.1%, Dialogue Heavy 10.9%, Visual Novel 10.8%, Interactive Fiction 8.8%

A 'crunchy wholesome' game about making friends as an adult.

Why similar: Philosophical 16.3%, Visual Novel 12.6%, Emotional 12.5%, LGBTQ+ 10.8%, Hand-drawn 9.6%

She was made to serve. Never to feel. A narrative adventure about a being created to preserve the world's balance — who begins, for the first time, to question everything she was made for. Form bonds, make choices, and discover the price of becoming something you were never meant to be.

Why similar: Philosophical 19.8%, Emotional 12.6%, Dialogue Heavy 11%, Interactive Fiction 9.7%, Hand-drawn 9.3%

During the 2020 lockdown, Dorothy spends her days caring for jars of sourdough starters. By sharing them with others, she builds unexpected connections and discovers small acts of kindness that bring warmth in difficult times.

Why similar: Philosophical 15.7%, Comic Book 12.4%, Visual Novel 11.5%, Interactive Fiction 9.5%, Emotional 9%

A choice-based visual novel game about science, division, and the false ideology of knowledge. Each and every one of your choices will determine whether the disciplines will end in unity or complete division. The key to eternal knowledge is in your hands.

Why similar: Philosophical 15.9%, Emotional 12.4%, Hand-drawn 9.9%, Visual Novel 9.9%, Interactive Fiction 9.4%

Choices matter in this interactive short story. It only takes about 1 hour to play through once, but there are multiple endings to explore. You play as an AI assistant to the 7 year old Evie. What kind of bot will you be?

Why similar: Comic Book 17.6%, Philosophical 16.7%, Interactive Fiction 11.5%, Visual Novel 9.7%, Choices Matter 9.6%

“The hospital was empty. Quiet, and brighter than usual... like waking up on a snow day. But I didn't feel cold. I didn't feel much of anything.”

Why similar: Visual Novel 18.2%, Emotional 17.6%, LGBTQ+ 14.5%, Hand-drawn 12.9%, Multiple Endings 10.2%

An interactive point-and-click space story about rediscovering a life, our friendships, our choices and regrets.

Why similar: Philosophical 16.4%, Emotional 12.8%, Interactive Fiction 9.8%, LGBTQ+ 9.5%, Dialogue Heavy 9.5%

A boy and an old man stand in front a pond, waiting for a swan's song. Meanwhile, they talk about life, death, and the passage of time.

Why similar: Philosophical 28.3%, Emotional 17.6%, Hand-drawn 15.9%, Dialogue Heavy 14%, Interactive Fiction 9.9%

You've had the same dream all week: a school field trip to a zoo you can't leave, where the lions always find you in the end. Wander the zoo exhibits, make your choices, and search for the way out. A short, hand-painted interactive story about a recurring dream, and finally resolving it.

Why similar: Visual Novel 16.6%, Interactive Fiction 14.1%, Philosophical 11.1%, Choices Matter 9.9%, Multiple Endings 9.8%

If she leaves now you will never see her again. Would you have enough courage to take a step, or would you stay quiet and regret it? Experience this story about love and loss.

Why similar: Emotional 17.2%, Visual Novel 15.2%, LGBTQ+ 11.9%, Multiple Endings 10.8%, Choices Matter 9.3%

You're looking for a new apartment in Amsterdam. Your once-confident search is morphing into panic. Nothing is available. Anything will do. ANYTHING.

Why similar: Comic Book 18.2%, Philosophical 16%, Visual Novel 12.7%, Interactive Fiction 11.5%, Emotional 9.8%

"The hardest part is not to speak up. It’s being heard." Part video game, part graphic novel, Wednesdays seeks to raise awareness about child sexual abuse through a surprisingly hope-filled story.

Why similar: Comic Book 18.2%, Emotional 15.1%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Interactive Fiction 12.3%

In Your Books is a short adventure game where you play the granddaughter of a bookseller. After her disappearance you'll have to take the place of your grandmother. Recommend books, learn to know the locals, solve secret mechanisms and discover where she left.

Why similar: Philosophical 18.9%, Emotional 14.8%, Dialogue Heavy 14.3%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Hand-drawn 11.2%

“Lone Bird in the Tree” is an adventure game with male and female versions of each of the four characters. The story alternates between the “future” of the main character, who is deeply traumatized by the grief of his/her best friend, and the “story leading up to the loss of his/her best friend”.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 13.7%, LGBTQ+ 13.6%, Philosophical 12.6%, Visual Novel 11.5%, Interactive Fiction 10.1%

Project Subtrahend is a choose-your-own-adventure visual novel, where you have the chance to get to know the stories, lore, and personalities of nine unique characters. Choices matter in this game, and it's up to you who lives or dies as you explore what it means to be human.

Why similar: Philosophical 22.7%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Emotional 12%, Multiple Endings 10.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.6%

A witty musical visual novel based on an apocryphal manuscript found in Daniel Defoe’s lost sock. Survive the 'capitalist trágala', mock the júnjuma, explore Speranza Island, and discover the beautiful Agarthas in this hand-drawn odyssey.

Why similar: Philosophical 21.3%, Hand-drawn 14%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Emotional 13.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.3%

"Endless Monday: Dreams and Deadlines" - In this short story from the Endless Monday, Penny, a mild-mannered corporate grunt, spends a weekend at the office in an effort to finish her project on time while overcoming distractions from coworkers, space aliens, imaginary friends, and herself.

Why similar: Visual Novel 16.1%, Hand-drawn 14.3%, Interactive Fiction 12.8%, Comic Book 11.5%, Multiple Endings 9.5%

这是一个关于遗憾与成长的故事。男生的思绪不断回到17岁的夏天，在一次次回忆与抉择中徘徊，是去尝试弥补遗憾？还是在释然间体会成长的意义?回忆中的她会在那等我吗？

Why similar: Emotional 18.3%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Hand-drawn 13.2%, Comic Book 12.2%, Interactive Fiction 10.4%

Cozy visual novel about a lovely witch who’s able to talk to spirits in a fantasy setting. Using her powers, Julia helps her neighbors in their daily whereabouts. Craft potions, find the right time to use them and get to know both spirits and clients to find their peace.

Why similar: Emotional 16.5%, Dialogue Heavy 15.2%, Visual Novel 14.9%, LGBTQ+ 9.4%, Interactive Fiction 9.1%

“Flowers for You” is a gentle adventure game where you create custom bouquets based on each customer’s story as a florist. Set in modern Japan, listen to faded memories and craft floral arrangements that bring color back into their lives.

Why similar: Emotional 13.7%, Dialogue Heavy 12.9%, Interactive Fiction 12.2%, Visual Novel 11.7%, LGBTQ+ 10.4%

An existential drama in handmade clay animation. Game writer Eric is replaced by AI. He loses everything, and it's the best thing that's ever happened to him.

Why similar: Philosophical 16.6%, Emotional 14.9%, Visual Novel 12.2%, Hand-drawn 10.6%, Choices Matter 9.3%

It's the night of the big ball, and things are going...well...they're going. When so many people of so many different species are gathered together in one place, you're sure to have an interesting time. But what if something a little more malicious is happening under the surface?

Why similar: Philosophical 27.2%, Visual Novel 13.5%, Hand-drawn 12.4%, Multiple Endings 10.2%, Interactive Fiction 9.2%

SCA-DI's award-winning visual novel masterpiece is finally available in English and in full HD! Sakura no Uta is a story of those whose paths stop short—and of those who walk on.

Why similar: Philosophical 35.1%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Multiple Endings 9.9%, Dialogue Heavy 7.9%, Hand-drawn 6.1%

BatteryNote is a multi-ending sci-fi adventure visual novel game. You can recharge three robots with limited lifespans, bringing them back to life. Interact with them through conversations or experiment by applying high voltage. How they spend their final moments is entirely up to you.

Why similar: Philosophical 18.9%, Emotional 17.3%, Dialogue Heavy 15.3%, Visual Novel 11.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.1%

Games can really show someone's personality, don't you think? By way of a simple exploration-based adventure, this data-science game analyzes your actions to estimate your personality.

Why similar: Philosophical 16.3%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Emotional 13.5%, Interactive Fiction 13.3%, LGBTQ+ 9.5%

A cozy visual novel about running a tavern in a D&D-inspired fantasy! Gather rumors, serve magical drinks, and meet adventurers on a life-changing quest.

Why similar: Emotional 12.1%, Visual Novel 11.7%, LGBTQ+ 11.5%, Dialogue Heavy 10.7%, Hand-drawn 10.1%

Ascension is a visual novel following three lost souls as they venture into The Zone - a dangerous and alien world. Follow the abrasive Doctor, the shy Scholar and sardonic Escort on their journey - though none of them will come out unscathed.

Why similar: Philosophical 14%, Emotional 13.9%, LGBTQ+ 11.2%, Visual Novel 11%, Interactive Fiction 10.1%

Home is where the stars are. An interactive bedtime story, for anyone who needs one. Take the bear and the little one on a deeply meaningful journey, as you experience stories of togetherness, of letting go and of finding a place you belong.

Why similar: Philosophical 23.5%, Interactive Fiction 15.9%, Visual Novel 14.3%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Emotional 10.5%

From the creator of Coffee Talk and What Comes After, comes a slice-of-life adventure set in modern Jakarta about love, loss and finding your own way forward. Step into the shoes of Rama, a young musician struggling to move on with life after the death of his girlfriend, Cinta.

Why similar: Comic Book 13.4%, Emotional 12.6%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, Visual Novel 10.3%, LGBTQ+ 10%

Coffee Talk is a coffee brewing and heart-to-heart talking simulator about listening to fantasy-inspired modern peoples’ problems, and helping them by serving up a warm drink or two.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 21.7%, Philosophical 14.8%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Emotional 10%, LGBTQ+ 8.9%

This is a story about two strangers. Neither of them knows the answers to the course of their lives, but they still try to stand by each other. They may not be able to alter where life is taking them, but they start to glimpse a world beyond the ordinary

Why similar: Emotional 23.3%, Visual Novel 20.5%, Multiple Endings 13.6%, Comic Book 11.4%, Story Rich 8.3%

When the Wildflowers Leave is an engaging narrative RPG. Stop through an anthology of meteor-stricken towns while carefully convincing each of them to harbor a radical. Commit to decisions shifting you and your companions’ mental dilemmas, and make the choice for or against uncomfortable change.

Why similar: Philosophical 23.4%, Emotional 13.3%, LGBTQ+ 10.1%, Hand-drawn 9.6%, Choices Matter 8.6%

Retracing the footsteps of a mother she never knew, Lena's trying to make it as a dancer in the city. Caught in a quarrel between dance companies, dealing with love and heartbreak and the challenges of young adulthood, she must also cope with the voice in her head commenting on everything she does.

Why similar: Emotional 15.3%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Interactive Fiction 11.9%, Choices Matter 9.5%

Columbus》 is a dark fantasy visual novel with dual male leads. Play as Weaponzzie, a nameless weapon trapped in a wealthy estate. Dialogue choices drive a branching story to 10 endings—tenderness, ruin, freedom, or downfall. Your bond with the young master is defined by you.

Why similar: Visual Novel 16.5%, Dialogue Heavy 13.4%, Emotional 12.1%, Choices Matter 10.9%, Multiple Endings 10.8%

The kind Blacksmith is a Visual Horror Novel set in ficticious medieval Italy. In a land ravaged by war and sickness, you take on the roll of the Blacksmith - a lonely man that happens to take in a sick Knight of the invading forces. The Knight's fate is in your hands. To be kind is your choice.

Why similar: Visual Novel 19.1%, Hand-drawn 18%, LGBTQ+ 14.6%, Emotional 13%, Choices Matter 10.1%

The fate of humanity is at stake. Use your gift of clairvoyance to see into the future and stop an apocalypse that threatens the balance between your world and the deities'.

Why similar: Emotional 13.4%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Interactive Fiction 11.1%, LGBTQ+ 10%, Choices Matter 9.2%

"I" make a deal with the witch to give up my heart, in exchange for love— from everyone. ——————————————————————————Is it worth it if losing my heart means gaining *his*? In this short visual novel, make choices and answer the question: is love a zero-sum game?

Why similar: Philosophical 22.2%, Emotional 13.9%, Visual Novel 9.3%, Multiple Endings 9%, Choices Matter 8.7%

Winter 1999. Kicked out of your house after being outed by your closest friend, you plan to leave your hometown. Your girlfriend, Mika, wants to see you one more time. Decide whether or not you'll stay together.

Why similar: Visual Novel 13.9%, LGBTQ+ 12.7%, Dialogue Heavy 11.2%, Emotional 10.2%, Interactive Fiction 10%

Guilt Free is a visual novel crossed with a point and click made to offer perspective on mental health and eating disorders. Navigate a couple's rocky relationship and encounter "flaws" or "quirks" that may actually be symptomatic behaviors.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 18.4%, Emotional 13.9%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Interactive Fiction 11.6%, Choices Matter 9.8%

Experience a pastel-toned emotional journey in Yuika My Bestie, a short visual novel you can complete in under 15 minutes per playthrough. With 5 unique endings and heartfelt choices, it takes just 30–40 minutes to explore every path of this soft, late-night cry.

Why similar: Emotional 15.9%, Dialogue Heavy 13.4%, Visual Novel 12.8%, LGBTQ+ 11.9%, Interactive Fiction 9.6%

A story-rich coming-of-age experience told through a 2004 desktop, where friendships, music, and late-night conversations shape who you become. Explore chats, drama, mini-games, and the early internet in a branching story about growing up, making mistakes, and finding your place.

Why similar: Visual Novel 18.1%, Interactive Fiction 15.2%, Dialogue Heavy 14.6%, Emotional 11.7%, Choices Matter 10.6%

Travel to the world of the dead, whose stories encourage reflection on life. Chat with spirits, brew drinks to suit your mood, and bond with the people who run the afterlife cafes. In this urban sci-fi fantasy visual novel, your choices impact the living, the departed, and your own path forward.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 15.3%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Interactive Fiction 13%, LGBTQ+ 10.8%, Emotional 10.7%

A philosophical interactive visual novel about everyday interactions

Why similar: Philosophical 18.3%, Interactive Fiction 15.9%, Visual Novel 15.9%, Emotional 12.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10%

Seers Isle is a narrative game, set in a fantasy version of medieval northern Europe, where your choices impact the fate of a group of characters.

Why similar: Emotional 14.6%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, Interactive Fiction 11.3%, Comic Book 10.1%

One million dollars. Two sisters. Countless consequences. Experience everyday life in modern Vietnam while uncovering the truth behind a mysterious one-million-dollar debt.

Why similar: Visual Novel 18.3%, Dialogue Heavy 14.3%, Choices Matter 11.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.6%, Interactive Fiction 9.2%

Experience the triumphs and tribulations of two Caribbean immigrants in post-war Britain, in the world’s first Windrush video game, from the creators of the BAFTA nominated Before I Forget. How will you shape your story in this branching narrative interactive photo album?

Why similar: Hand-drawn 19.1%, Interactive Fiction 19.1%, Emotional 13.2%, Choices Matter 10.6%, Multiple Endings 9.3%

AN IOU is the debut visual novel by Davey Cadaver. The music, backgrounds, & characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. The user takes the POV of the protagonist to experience a memorable story with an incredible soundtrack and multiple endings.

Why similar: Emotional 16.6%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Dialogue Heavy 11.6%, Interactive Fiction 11.6%, Hand-drawn 9%

Did I really save this pretty boy ten years ago...? A fresh summer youth BL visual novel about memory, promises, and mutual salvation. [clear cherry ice.] Get closer to Jiwon and Chaehyun, and see whether your bond becomes friendship—or something more.

Why similar: Visual Novel 17.9%, LGBTQ+ 14%, Philosophical 12.4%, Dialogue Heavy 11.7%, Multiple Endings 10.3%

Holy Deadline is a surreal, story-rich adventure about a demigod lawyer working in the Heavenly Office. You have exactly one week to investigate the sudden divorce of John and Lilith. Take on mortal petitions, level up your logic and flair to eventually uncover who sent you back to Heaven!

Why similar: Visual Novel 12.9%, Philosophical 12.4%, Interactive Fiction 12.3%, Funny 10.5%, Choices Matter 9.6%

Play 4 characters, live their unique stories and manage their daily lives to create their best day ever. In this narrative game, your decisions have consequences and change the outcome of the stories.

Why similar: Visual Novel 13.2%, Emotional 12.4%, Interactive Fiction 12%, Multiple Endings 11.4%, Choices Matter 11%

Players assume Lucien's perspective, unraveling the truth behind his coma and amnesia, while cultivating a relationship with Hugh. Throughout the game, choices shape the narrative, leading to diverse storylines and multiple endings.

Why similar: Visual Novel 13.9%, Comic Book 13.1%, LGBTQ+ 12.9%, Hand-drawn 10.2%, Emotional 10.1%

Return to a hometown that hasn’t changed the way it should have. A psychological visual novel focused on atmosphere, relationships, and a reality that slowly refuses to stay still. Can you uncover the truth before it consumes you?

Why similar: Visual Novel 14.1%, Interactive Fiction 13.5%, Dialogue Heavy 13.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.1%, Choices Matter 9.3%

Death by Begonia is a surreal LGBTQ+ Southern gothic murder mystery. Follow Riley's attempts to reconnect with old childhood friends in a town haunted by annual serial murders. Will you fall in love and unlock the mysteries hidden in your friends' hearts? Or will you die trying?

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 12.6%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Interactive Fiction 11.1%, Emotional 10.7%, Hand-drawn 10%

No Longer Home is a game about letting go of the life you've built due to circumstances beyond your control. Immerse yourself in the lives of Bo and Ao and learn about their dreams, frustrations and fears. Welcome the magic of the everyday and somewhat extraordinary.

Why similar: Philosophical 17.1%, Emotional 15.2%, LGBTQ+ 12.9%, Interactive Fiction 12.5%, Visual Novel 10.5%

An autopsy of a queer relationship.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 17.2%, Visual Novel 17.1%, LGBTQ+ 14.4%, Hand-drawn 9.3%, Emotional 9%

Skylar is an student with anxiety. Walter is a farmer with social anxiety and PTSD. Jessica is a programmer with anxiety and agoraphobia. Li Wei is an technologist with intense anxiety. Navigate their stories, learn how they move through the world, and about methods of treatment and recovery.

Why similar: Emotional 13.2%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Interactive Fiction 11.2%, LGBTQ+ 10.7%, Choices Matter 9.5%

A Greek Myth-based, heartfelt narrative game where you're a demigod named Aelius trying to find your godly father and re-forge your family.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 15.3%, Visual Novel 15%, Dialogue Heavy 11.8%, LGBTQ+ 11.6%, Hand-drawn 8.8%

Can you find what you're looking for? Or are you at the mercy of Tisik and her followers? Your words matter in this short game of dialogue.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 13.7%, Philosophical 13.6%, Interactive Fiction 13.1%, Comic Book 13.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.3%

Is one life worth the price of another? A bittersweet visual novel about life and death, trust and bonds, and promises made. Brought to you by popular Japanese bishojo game developer SWEET&TEA. Winner of the Moe Game Awards 2016's "New Brand Award"!

Why similar: Emotional 20%, Visual Novel 17.2%, Dialogue Heavy 16.1%, Interactive Fiction 9.3%, Hand-drawn 9.2%