Games Like One Thousand Lies

Lucid9 is a visual novel focused on a web of intricate mysteries set in the fictional 2018 metropolis of Isamu. Lucid9: Inciting Incident is the first part of the story, focused on a string of disappearances that occur at a prestigious, uppity boarding academy.

Why similar: Visual Novel 47.8%, Anime 26.7%, Story Rich 9.5%, Simulation 7.5%, Casual 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This free-to-play visual novel shares the same indie mystery aesthetic and focuses on a high-stakes narrative involving a group of students.

The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

Why similar: Visual Novel 40%, Anime 27.6%, Romance 16.5%, Story Rich 8.1%, Great Soundtrack 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Like the seed game, this title begins as a standard romantic visual novel before subverting expectations with intense psychological themes.

A visual novel about a memory that a boy named Mark tries very hard to forget, and a girl named Myra who unearths it.

Why similar: Visual Novel 30%, Romance 21.9%, Anime 19.6%, Comedy 12.7%, Story Rich 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully written, emotional indie visual novel that explores memory and romance with a similar intimate, character-driven tone.

‘goth gf’s iPhone’ airdrops you - accept or decline? A love/horror story about life, death, & memes.

Why similar: Visual Novel 38%, Romance 20.3%, Psychological 16.8%, Anime 6.3%, Story Rich 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A short, impactful visual novel that deals with modern digital communication and psychological themes in a relatable, contemporary setting.

Visual novel loved by many – Everlasting Summer – now on Steam!

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.2%, Anime 20.6%, Romance 14.3%, Story Rich 11.3%, Great Soundtrack 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A staple of the free-to-play visual novel scene that offers a deep, story-rich experience with multiple paths and a strong anime aesthetic.

The Fairytale Curse was only the beginning...

Why similar: Visual Novel 40.3%, Romance 26.5%, Anime 19%, Story Rich 6%, Simulation 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality, free-to-play visual novel that excels at character development and emotional storytelling within a romantic framework.

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 59%, Anime 26.6%, Story Rich 6.4%, Great Soundtrack 4.9%, Indie 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic, emotional indie visual novel that focuses on character bonds and poignant storytelling, mirroring the emotional depth of the seed game.

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 66%, Anime 21%, Story Rich 5.9%, Romance 2.5%, Indie 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the theme of uncovering a dark mystery through digital communication and logs, much like the emails in the seed game.

Seize the day

Why similar: Visual Novel 51%, Anime 37.6%, Casual 4%, Romance 3.8%, Indie 2%

Why You'll Like It: A short, sweet, and free-to-play visual novel that focuses on a single, impactful romantic encounter.

A heartbreaking kinetic novel about the meeting of a depressed thirty years old man with a lost little girl he takes in his house.

Why similar: Visual Novel 59.1%, Anime 26.8%, Casual 9.9%, Indie 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title provides a deeply emotional and focused narrative experience that resonates with fans of character-driven indie visual novels.

Trick & Treat is a Visual Novel that test your instincts by making choices that can get you out from the cursed forest or drive you to death… or maybe just maybe your choices can guide you to something more?

Why similar: Visual Novel 44.2%, Anime 30.8%, Romance 13%, Simulation 4%, Story Rich 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a blend of mystery and supernatural elements within a visual novel format that keeps the player engaged through its narrative twists.

A visual novel about obsession, loneliness, and, based on your choices, varying amounts of murder.

Why similar: Visual Novel 40.9%, Anime 26.9%, Romance 20.3%, Psychological 4.1%, Casual 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines psychological horror elements with romance, mirroring the darker, mysterious undertones found in the seed game.

SC2VN is a visual novel about the South Korean StarCraft 2 scene. You play as Mach, a foreign semi-pro trying to make it in eSports who soon learns that success in StarCraft takes more than in-game strategy.

Why similar: Visual Novel 56.1%, Anime 28.4%, Casual 6.5%, Simulation 6%, Indie 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: An indie visual novel that captures a specific subculture with great writing, appealing to those who enjoy the grounded, casual feel of the seed game.

In the midst of leading an ordinary life, I began to feel the urge to find myself a girlfriend. Yet somehow, I couldn't bring myself to take the first step. But one day... "What's this...?" A single notebook had fallen right in front of me. "Hey, you! Yes, you! Why aren't you picking it up?"

Why similar: Visual Novel 37.4%, Romance 22.3%, Comedy 15.2%, Story Rich 11.1%, Anime 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted, story-rich visual novel that leans into the comedy and romance aspects found in the seed game.

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

Why similar: Visual Novel 44.4%, Anime 23.8%, Romance 16.3%, Story Rich 8.4%, Simulation 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: An emotional indie visual novel that explores the relationship between a human and an android, touching on deep philosophical and romantic themes.

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

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.2%, Anime 42%, Story Rich 6.5%, Indie 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: An indie visual novel that features a strong female protagonist and a charming, character-focused story.

dUpLicity ~Beyond the Lies~ is a romance mystery visual novel with romancable guys. Different with the usual dating sims, the main purpose of the game is to find out the truth hidden in the past.

Why similar: Visual Novel 59.7%, Anime 17.1%, Simulation 12%, Casual 7.7%, Indie 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: Shares a similar focus on mystery and romance, challenging the player to discern the truth behind the characters' actions.

Can you collect all the fragments to reach your happy ending? Or will your attempts only end in tragedy? Find out in this psychological otome game as you sort your way through the secrets & lies.

Why similar: Visual Novel 27.4%, Psychological 18.3%, Romance 16.5%, Simulation 13.9%, Anime 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features a compelling mystery and simulation elements that encourage the player to explore different paths to uncover the truth.

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

Why similar: Visual Novel 36.9%, Romance 24.4%, Anime 22.2%, Simulation 5.6%, Story Rich 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A popular, free-to-play dating simulation that offers a variety of romantic paths and character-driven drama.

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 52.9%, Anime 28.9%, Simulation 6.8%, Romance 5.1%, Casual 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Blends adventure and romance in a sci-fi setting, providing a polished indie experience for visual novel fans.

Manga are comics created in Japan. The problem for most people is, as they're made in Japan they're only produced in Japanese; someone has to translate them to English! Is one man able to accomplish this? Is there more to his team's relationships other than business? Can everything in a translator's life be simple and clear?

Why similar: Visual Novel 50.3%, Anime 35.6%, Simulation 8.7%, Casual 3.5%, Indie 2%

Why You'll Like It: A short, free-to-play visual novel that focuses on simulation and romantic comedy elements.

The picture of café au lait is a visual novel game that makes the players feel immersed in story and character. They will experience the story in the game through the first-person perspective of the main character in the story named "Takagi".

Why similar: Visual Novel 36.2%, Anime 19.3%, Romance 18.7%, Comedy 9.9%, Casual 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, charming visual novel that focuses on slice-of-life romance and character interactions.

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 56.6%, Anime 36%, Casual 4.7%, Indie 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: An indie adventure visual novel that provides a cozy, character-focused experience.

Fight against & romance the one hunting for your soul in A Date with Death, a romance chat simulator where you date(?) the Grim Reaper himself. Create your own character, decorate your apartment, and chat away with the charming yet dangerous Grim Reaper through text and video calls.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.9%, Romance 30%, Anime 12%, Comedy 6.1%, Story Rich 5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern visual novel that revolves around digital communication and a mysterious, supernatural romance, mirroring the seed game's premise.

VTuber Connect is a love letter to VTubers as a medium. One that hides nothing, but embraces everything. Whether you’re a VTuber or a viewer, we all form connections in our own way. How will you connect?

Why similar: Visual Novel 32.3%, Romance 20.2%, Anime 17.2%, Psychological 10.4%, Story Rich 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern indie visual novel that explores the intersection of digital personas and romance, fitting the themes of the seed game.

Ciel's story in Magical Otoge, a cheesy romantic comedy visual novel series with an overly literal name.

Why similar: Visual Novel 58.1%, Anime 20.8%, Simulation 9.8%, Casual 7.6%, Indie 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A delightful, free-to-play indie visual novel that balances humor and romance with a unique fantasy premise.

Max and his girlfriend Ann are very happy together. They have no arguments, they enjoy spending time with each other, they are in love. What else can they wish? Well, Max, you will get a big surprise this evening...

Why similar: Visual Novel 59.6%, Anime 21.9%, Romance 13.1%, Indie 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A simple, effective indie visual novel that captures the casual, romantic atmosphere of the seed game.

You are Kayto Shields, an ordinary man thrown into an extraordinary adventure. Control Kayto's day to day life as well as his responsibilities as club manager in this stat management sim.

Why similar: Visual Novel 37.8%, Anime 35.3%, Romance 12%, Simulation 6.3%, Casual 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines life simulation with romance, offering a deeper gameplay loop for those who enjoy the simulation aspects of the seed game.

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 63.9%, Anime 20.6%, Story Rich 6.6%, Great Soundtrack 3.2%, Romance 3%

Why You'll Like It: A direct follow-up to Analogue: A Hate Story, further exploring the mystery of digital archives and historical secrets.

One Lie is a choice-driven adult visual novel about a young man not having the best start to his adulthood. His best friend betrays him and he decides to start his life somewhere else. Will he find peace, love and new friendships? Of course, he will. With whom? That's up to you.

Why similar: Visual Novel 52.3%, Romance 25.5%, Simulation 9%, Story Rich 6.9%, Indie 3.7%

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 68.2%, Anime 27.9%, Story Rich 2.2%, Indie 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: A highly regarded indie visual novel with a strong narrative focus and a unique setting that appeals to fans of story-rich games.

"Love is both poison and cure, both knife and remedy." Set in 18th Century France, this is a gothic romance tale about loss, revenge and the different faces of love.

Why similar: Visual Novel 56.5%, Romance 16.1%, Anime 15%, Simulation 5.3%, Story Rich 4.7%

This visual novel game tells the tale of a cute little Santa Clause appearing

Why similar: Visual Novel 54.9%, Anime 32.8%, Casual 6.5%, Story Rich 3.3%, Indie 2.5%

Humanity Must Perish is a short, comedic visual novel in which the fate of humanity is placed in the hands of a witty, pessimistic android.

Why similar: Visual Novel 40.9%, Anime 22%, Simulation 14.5%, Casual 9.2%, Comedy 9%

In the midst of their hearts, something is blossoming between two students. Both of whom go about their daily lives at an international school in Tokyo. Just what is flowering? Of course, it's love. Starting your new life after transferring into an international school, you find yourself dismayed when it turns out to be the same as any...

Why similar: Visual Novel 44.3%, Anime 26.5%, Romance 24.6%, Casual 4.6%

From behind the incidents, there hide the secret of the past.

Why similar: Visual Novel 37.1%, Romance 24.8%, Anime 23.7%, Casual 6.2%, Story Rich 5.4%

Her Lie I Tried To Believe is a short kinetic novel about the persisting hatred of a boy throughout his life, the destructive relationship that was born from it, and the consequences he had to face as a direct result.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.5%, Psychological 24.3%, Anime 22.8%, Casual 4.1%, Indie 2.2%

In a society where everyone is a clone of the Emperor, can you survive long enough to find out who you truly are? Try out the brand new visual novel set in the Endless Universe!

Why similar: Visual Novel 64.1%, Simulation 14.3%, Casual 9.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%, Indie 4.1%

Gary is caught in a strange dream and now he must overcome the adversities on his path or perish in the attempt. In this adventure you will meet 3 children in dream-like scenarios, next to a mysterious girl who talks about a promise.

Why similar: Visual Novel 54.9%, Anime 21.7%, Simulation 12.4%, Casual 7.3%, Indie 3.7%

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 51.4%, Anime 19.4%, Romance 9.8%, Simulation 7%, Story Rich 4.6%

A memory of a sweet kiss from last night. A lost cell phone. Three suspects. Become the main character's helper, make story choices, collect hints, and clear mini-games. A full-scale mystery romantic comedy interactive movie.

Why similar: Romance 37.2%, Comedy 27.3%, Simulation 23.8%, Casual 8.2%, Indie 3.5%

A terminal love story

Why similar: Visual Novel 35.4%, Anime 22.3%, Romance 21.6%, Casual 10.2%, Story Rich 9%

One night, Leslie finds himself at a small town train station, completely lost in the memories of his past. As he explores his past, he makes friends, but... Who are they really? Who is lying and who is telling the truth? And is it true that everyone in our world is entitled to a second chance?

Why similar: Visual Novel 64.4%, Romance 22%, Story Rich 8.2%, Casual 3.6%, Indie 1.7%

Welcome to the only killer dating show where ending up single means ending up dead! Date or die, it's up to your choices!

Why similar: Visual Novel 35.5%, Romance 23.8%, Anime 20.1%, Comedy 8.3%, Story Rich 8.1%

Her Lie I Tried To Believe follows the unhealthy relationship of a man and a woman who, through a series of fateful encounters, become deeply entangled with one another all the while still being haunted by their pasts.

Why similar: Visual Novel 24.7%, Psychological 21.7%, Casual 20.9%, Romance 15.7%, Indie 9.6%

Follow the story of a young boy, Cantus as he meets Maris, the mysterious girl by the sea - an experience that will change his life forever.

Why similar: Visual Novel 53.4%, Anime 34.9%, Casual 4.7%, Comedy 2.8%, Story Rich 2.2%

After losing his girlfriend and his job on the same day one could easily say that Austin Lewis is having a very bad day until a unique opportunity knocks on his door. “Fix Me Fix You” is an uplifting, positive and therapeutic slice of life drama Visual Novel.

Why similar: Visual Novel 43.8%, Anime 18.3%, Simulation 11%, Story Rich 8.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%

Lust Theory is an adult Visual Novel in which you take control of a 20-year-old guy whose life is turned upside down when he finds out the same day is repeating. The game is packed with sex, humor, romance, drama and mystery.

Why similar: Visual Novel 66%, Romance 20.8%, Story Rich 9.8%, Simulation 3.4%

Welcome to Kimochii Classroom! A slice-of-life visual novel with stunning visuals, a beautiful soundtrack, and an immersive story. Who will you meet first?

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.5%, Anime 20.3%, Romance 11.9%, Story Rich 7.9%, Simulation 4.6%

In a small inn located in the snowy Japanese mountains, an unlikely relationship blossoms between a once-popular poet and the daughter of the inn's proprietress.

Why similar: Visual Novel 35.9%, Anime 24.5%, Romance 16.3%, Story Rich 10.7%, Simulation 10.3%

Hero meets a mysterious girl in the park. Who is that girl? What is a mystery surrounding her? And what about the world they met in? There's definitely something wrong with it. So many questions! So the hero has to deal with all of it to find his love.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.1%, Romance 25.4%, Story Rich 14.6%, Casual 6.9%, Great Soundtrack 5%

A metafictional yuri visual novel about a traveller who runs across two cute nuns in an abandoned church.

Why similar: Visual Novel 52.3%, Anime 30%, Casual 12.2%, Indie 5.5%

In this Visual Novel you play the role of a 20 years old guy, who just moved to another city where he starts a new life. Be careful because every choice matters and you can either become the hero of the story or the villain. The choice is yours.

Why similar: Visual Novel 65.6%, Romance 18.9%, Story Rich 13.8%, Indie 1.7%

Framed at your coronation and exiled to a fallen province, you must rebuild power, uncover desire, and forge a harem of loyalty and passion. Outsmart betrayal, seduce allies, and prove you can rule with both strength and pleasure.

Why similar: Visual Novel 31.1%, Romance 22.6%, Anime 20.9%, Story Rich 10.8%, Simulation 8.8%

Share a heart-to-heart talk, watch a movie together, take a bath, remove a computer virus, help a girl in a tough spot and—if you're lucky—find the love of your life using the color and pattern of her panties. This game tells the story about a guy looking for love renovated in a nostalgic 80s and 90s anime style.

Why similar: Visual Novel 35.9%, Anime 23.6%, Romance 20.3%, Comedy 9.6%, Casual 7.3%

During your first year of university, immense magical powers are forced onto you, thus revealing the supernatural world hidden within ours. But you must learn to control your powers with the help of a partner or risk destroying everything around you. Will your new fate be one of tragedy or serendipity?

Why similar: Visual Novel 59.7%, Romance 12.3%, Anime 10.4%, Simulation 8.6%, Casual 6.1%

Do you remember that high school crush you never confessed your love to? Do you ever wonder what could have been if things had gone different back then? This short Visual Novel/Dating Sim explores those questions that we constantly ask ourselves.

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.8%, Anime 18.2%, Simulation 10.4%, Story Rich 8.2%, Great Soundtrack 8%

~ ~ A Comedic Mystery Visual Novel with Relationship Building ~ ~ Play as a paranormal investigator hired by the paranormal to investigate! Search for a headless horseman's missing head before the night is over.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.2%, Comedy 17%, Story Rich 12.6%, Simulation 10.9%, Casual 9.5%

The Come Right Inn, a 5-star LA hotel, offers the elite anything they desire, as long as they’re willing to pay. Your sister worked there until her mysterious disappearance six months ago. Now, it's up to you to uncover the hidden truths behind the allure and find out what really happened.

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.3%, Anime 21.3%, Romance 19.5%, Story Rich 9.8%, Comedy 7.3%

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 43.5%, Anime 29.3%, Romance 15.1%, Story Rich 7.8%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%