Games Like PARANORMAL GIRLFRIEND

Robert is a recluse who is afraid of girls. He hid from the world in his apartment and does not leave it for more than three years, until one day his neighbor kidnaps his cat.

Why similar: Noir 13.3%, Visual Novel 11.4%, Hidden Object 11.4%, Interactive Fiction 10.8%, Horror 9.2%

A new stand-alone murder mystery in the Murder Is Game Over series. Solve the murder of a beautiful J-pop singer at an anime convention in a historic high-rise hotel.

Why similar: Hidden Object 16.8%, Noir 16.1%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Walking Simulator 13.5%, Point & Click 11.9%

You are a monster under someone's house.

Why similar: Noir 14%, Hidden Object 12.1%, Life Sim 11.4%, Interactive Fiction 10.9%, Visual Novel 10.5%

Father Giovanni, a devout priest, becomes entangled in mysteries and secrets while overseeing his local church. Explore the dark truths and menacing events behind the serene facade of the parish in the first episode of CURSED ENIGMA: Priest and Prayers

Why similar: Noir 15.9%, Hidden Object 12.6%, Detective 12.6%, Interactive Fiction 10.6%, Visual Novel 10.4%

You are a terrifying monster living beneath someone’s house. This is a dark, cruel, twisted interactive novel where you are the main abomination.

Why similar: Visual Novel 15.3%, Horror 12.6%, Interactive Fiction 12.4%, Anime 10.8%, Point & Click 10.4%

It starts like any other late shift—quiet office, dull glow of the monitor, work dragging on. You think you’re alone. But then the screen flickers. A message pops up. Not from your team. Not from anyone you know. Suddenly the silence feels heavier. Something’s here. And it doesn’t want you to leave.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 17.9%, Hidden Object 14.7%, Interactive Fiction 13.5%, Walking Simulator 10.2%, Horror 9.7%

During your first night together, your girlfriend inexplicably exploded. Now you have to live with it...

Why similar: Horror 14.6%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Anime 13.1%, Interactive Fiction 12.9%, Walking Simulator 11.9%

Detective Dana is a 2D story-rich game about an Arabic police officer investigating murder cases. Investigate the crime scene, interrogate the witnesses, solve the mysteries and uncover the secrets until you catch the criminal!

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 16.3%, Noir 15.6%, Detective 15.3%, Hidden Object 13.8%, Visual Novel 12.8%

Embark on a thrilling pixel art adventure with Detective Guy & Cleo as they solve a mysterious murder. Explore an eerie seaside village, search for clues, interview suspects, and unravel the truth in this whodunit mystery.

Why similar: Hidden Object 13.8%, Interactive Fiction 12.9%, Walking Simulator 12.4%, Detective 12%, Visual Novel 11.6%

Discover the mysterious city of Upper Morkezela, where gods go to die. As an apprentice to the priest of the fungal cult, your task will be to discover what lies behind the mysterious distress signal sent from the city.

Why similar: Hidden Object 17.8%, Interactive Fiction 15.9%, Dialogue Heavy 14%, Visual Novel 13.7%, Detective 12.1%

In Fatal Falls you explore the dark secrets of "The Grand Elysium", a posh luxury hotel in the middle of nowhere. Interact with its guests, drink a cocktail at the bar, peruse the noble premises – the choice is yours! Just make sure you don't get entangled in the hotel's dark deeds...

Why similar: Hidden Object 13.1%, Walking Simulator 12.3%, Interactive Fiction 12.2%, Dialogue Heavy 11.2%, Point & Click 10.1%

In a dark world where Holy mages rewrite probability and Profane forces trap the dead in eternal patterns, Murderous Sunlight blends exploration, psychological depth, and occasional combat in an unsettling journey. Unravel a linear, character-driven story about trauma, identity, and defiance.

Why similar: Noir 16.9%, Hidden Object 14.2%, Interactive Fiction 13%, Walking Simulator 12.5%, Visual Novel 11.6%

Abandoned on the edge of the Siberian taiga, an old military barracks holds something more sinister than just memories of the past. A cold wind whispers through the broken windows, carrying the smell of damp and decay through the empty corridors.

Why similar: Hidden Object 16.2%, Life Sim 16.2%, Detective 15.5%, Walking Simulator 14.3%, Horror 9.8%

Managing a dormitory is hard work—especially when its residents are all girls! Does Haruto have what it takes to deal with this garden of flowers?

Why similar: Visual Novel 21.2%, Dialogue Heavy 21%, Interactive Fiction 20.4%, Romance 12.1%, Anime 7.3%

It's after midnight on the Quartzway Express, and there's been a MAGICAL CRIME! Investigate the crime scene, question suspects, and defend the accused through unique cross-examination puzzles in this "Phoenix Wright" inspired mystery comedy.

Why similar: Noir 17%, Dialogue Heavy 14.6%, Detective 14.5%, Visual Novel 13%, Point & Click 11.8%

Horror mystery about a boy who desperately wants a Normal life in the most abnormal city in the world. Help Timor understand his cruel life in this supernatural city while trying to survive one more day. In a universe where Sleep is an illness. This is a visual novel with point and click features.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 16.9%, Visual Novel 16.3%, Point & Click 13.4%, Horror 13.3%, Anime 11.3%

'The Island: In To The Mist' is an adventure game. It includes basic features of adventure genre and add some new systems to interest you. You have been given a chance to experience a group of university students, who confined in the island. There is a terrific but interesting story you will see.

Why similar: Noir 17.3%, Detective 13.3%, Anime 11.6%, Visual Novel 10.8%, Point & Click 10.1%

Choose Your Story: Choices & Decisions game, Mystery visual novel adventure game

Why similar: Noir 23.7%, Visual Novel 19.6%, Interactive Fiction 17.7%, Dialogue Heavy 13.5%, Anime 10.1%

Congratulations, you've found Dingir OS — an operating system that lets you glimpse into the darkest corners of the internet. Browse forbidden websites, investigate lethal files, and immerse yourself in the world of digital legends. (We are not responsible for anything that may happen to you.)

Why similar: Noir 15.5%, Detective 12.2%, Hidden Object 11.8%, Interactive Fiction 11%, Visual Novel 10.9%

A short, sweet and charming puzzle game about a girl named Aurora, who is trapped in a dreamy room filled with everything she could possibly desire. Explore her wonderland to find a way out and discover the true nature of this fantastical room. All dreams, good or bad, must come to an end... right?

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 22.1%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Point & Click 12.9%, Hidden Object 12.6%, Anime 12%

A dark murder mistery game combined with a visual novel revolving around a disturbing plot. Embark on the frightening adventure of a young priest entangled in a forbidden affair with a beautiful lady who meets a gruesome end. Lust, wrath, murder, despair.

Why similar: Noir 22.8%, Walking Simulator 13.6%, Visual Novel 12.6%, Detective 11.6%, Horror 11.1%

You have lost your memory and wake up in an unpopular Japanese house. Strange phenomena occur. Eerie singing voices coming from inside the house. Uncover the mystery of the cursed house with your partner.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 18.9%, Hidden Object 13.9%, Visual Novel 13.4%, Point & Click 12.4%, Horror 12.2%

What's hidden in an ordinary toy? Is it possible to bring the dead back to life? Find answers to these questions using your wits, knowledge of the paranormal phenomena, and your special equipment – a magic camera! Are you up for the challenge?

Why similar: Hidden Object 14.5%, Interactive Fiction 13.5%, Detective 13.2%, Visual Novel 12.2%, Point & Click 11.3%

Psychological horror game focused on finding items and solving puzzles while you are being haunted by a demon.

Why similar: Hidden Object 20.5%, Walking Simulator 18.3%, Point & Click 15.8%, Horror 11.3%, Exploration 10.3%

Murder Is Game Over: Deal Killer takes you on an immersive journey through the Italian Alps. Unravel the murder mystery amidst an alpine backdrop, exploring opulent settings and unmasking the killer in this thrilling detective game.

Why similar: Detective 15.2%, Hidden Object 11.8%, Point & Click 11.8%, Life Sim 11.7%, Interactive Fiction 11%

THOHH is a first-person narrative game in which you play a food delivery guy. Through a series of vignettes, you cross paths with the residents of a beautiful house on Holland Hill road, where you make frequent deliveries. In the wake of tragedy, something ominous looms behind their front door.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 17.7%, Walking Simulator 17.7%, Visual Novel 17.5%, Dialogue Heavy 17%, Exploration 7.9%

A haunting 3D adventure set in a world of servitude, decay, and forgotten futures. Will you accept your fate—or defy the inevitable?

Why similar: Noir 19.2%, Walking Simulator 13.3%, Interactive Fiction 13.2%, Visual Novel 12%, Horror 9.8%

It’s 1999. As a detective, you've discovered a set of eerie VHS tapes at a gruesome crime scene. Play as the urban explorer recorded on the tapes, reliving their terrifying journey through abandoned places. Investigate, uncover the truth, and survive the horrors captured on film.

Why similar: Walking Simulator 22.2%, Detective 20%, Horror 16.2%, Psychological Horror 10.3%, Exploration 9.3%

Playable trailer for the upcoming horror found footage movie "The Children of The Woods"

Why similar: Walking Simulator 16.1%, Interactive Fiction 15%, Point & Click 14.9%, Visual Novel 14.9%, Detective 11.6%

As a gothic detective, you solve mysteries with your colorful sidekick. Everyone you meet in this bizarre world has a peculiar disease. A unique talent, or a mere curse? You must get to the bottom of it all. Investigate murders, search for clues and complete the puzzle.

Why similar: Detective 15.2%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Anime 13.5%, Horror 12.2%, Point & Click 11%

Step into the smoky, seductive world of the Angels Den, a luxurious burlesque club. Get into the high heels of Holly, a talented dancer graced with a unique gift of telepathy. Help her on a desperate mission to save a friend from certain doom.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 33.4%, Noir 20.1%, Detective 10%, Interactive Fiction 10%, Visual Novel 9.1%

The rats, whispering in the shadows, spoke in riddles about the unnatural light. A subtle, almost imperceptible hum fills the air. You can feel it watching you, as if it's always there. Before it consumes your mind, gather what you can.

Why similar: Hidden Object 19.7%, Walking Simulator 17.7%, Point & Click 15.4%, Horror 11.8%, Exploration 10%

Love can wound and heal. It is a feeling inherent in everyone. But can you get love by force or deception? Find out in this new game!

Why similar: Noir 19.9%, Hidden Object 15%, Interactive Fiction 13.7%, Point & Click 11.7%, Horror 10.3%

《推理小说的关键一定会出现两次》是一部以日常推理为核心的视觉小说。日常混沌纷乱，而“侦探”独具慧眼。带上你的好奇心吧，去和推理协会一同调查、思考，最终解开一个个轻松却不失有趣的日常之谜。

Why similar: Detective 17.7%, Dialogue Heavy 14.9%, Visual Novel 14.6%, Interactive Fiction 13.3%, Anime 11.2%

A story-rich, girl's love visual novel about the titular phantom thief, Forget Me Not, and the famous ballet troupe that visits the city with its precious jewel and a certain ballerina that they fall for.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 18.6%, Point & Click 15.7%, Visual Novel 15.5%, Detective 13.3%, Anime 11.4%

Nascence is a first-person puzzle adventure that puts you in the shoes of Thomas, a man on a mission to unravel the secrets of Reluné. The French village was the scene of a witch's execution hundreds of years ago, and is now the epicenter of a deadly disease.

Why similar: Hidden Object 14%, Interactive Fiction 13.9%, Detective 12.9%, Walking Simulator 10%, Horror 9.6%

Single-player mysterious horror where you are trying to find out what happened to the family. While police found no cause from outside or from within the family. While case has been closed it started drawing all sorts of people from ghost hunters to private investigators, you are one of them.

Why similar: Hidden Object 20.7%, Point & Click 16.4%, Detective 16.1%, Horror 11.8%, Exploration 10.6%

I am Mizu Ren Nanami... As a resident of the land of Ren, the time has come for me to embark on a mission to win the hearts of the people in Rostania, the city to which I’ve been assigned. Here, I’ll uncover secrets I never knew existed.

Why similar: Life Sim 14.8%, Interactive Fiction 14.2%, Visual Novel 14%, Walking Simulator 13.1%, Anime 10.9%

Hehe... It really looks delicious... This is a “Japanese-style Kawaii ghost anime horror game” where you uncover the truth behind the village's “Kamishizume Ritual.” while fleeing from an approaching sinister presence.

Why similar: Horror 20.7%, Anime 15.8%, Psychological Horror 13.4%, Hidden Object 13.3%, Cute 8.6%

After years abroad, Ryoutarou returns to his Japanese hometown to reconnect with old friends—and maybe find new love?! It's up to you to make this homecoming as sweet as can be in this rom-com visual novel from studio Hooksoft.

Why similar: Life Sim 18.5%, Dialogue Heavy 18.4%, Visual Novel 16%, Interactive Fiction 12.7%, Anime 11.1%

Join a private club where it is possible to fulfill even the most sinful and daring desires. You can forget about modesty and decency in this place. Here your choice matters. Will you face eternal damnation, or will you find heaven on Earth?

Why similar: Noir 24.9%, Visual Novel 17.2%, Romance 10.2%, Horror 9.8%, Psychological Horror 8.6%

Project Pastorate is a first-person psychological horror game focused on exploration, environmental storytelling, and unsettling atmosphere rather than combat.

Why similar: Hidden Object 13.4%, Interactive Fiction 12.5%, Walking Simulator 11.9%, Detective 11.2%, Visual Novel 11.1%

Can you solve the riddle of the disappearing visitors before you lose yourself in the gallery’s macabre beauty?

Why similar: Noir 22.8%, Hidden Object 18%, Detective 14.1%, Point & Click 14%, Horror 10.4%

Horror Stories: PLEASE COMPLY is a short interactive horror experience with a dark twist on Maslow’s hierarchy of needs that will leave a long lasting chill down your spine. The only hope of escape its to comply. But how much are you ready to give up for a chance of freedom?

Why similar: Life Sim 13.7%, Interactive Fiction 13.2%, Walking Simulator 13.2%, Visual Novel 12%, Point & Click 11.1%

VHS found footage horror experience. You have purchased a box of VHS tapes and now you have to select those tapes on which horrifying, violent, shocking events take place.

Why similar: Noir 16.2%, Walking Simulator 16.2%, Horror 13.5%, Point & Click 12.7%, Interactive Fiction 11.7%

You, a supernatural detective, are sent to investigate Hawthorne Residences on the Cunningham property. Something isn’t right. Observe carefully, solve puzzles, and uncover the truth before the building begins to distort around you.

Why similar: Noir 25.1%, Detective 16.2%, Horror 14.1%, Hidden Object 12.4%, Walking Simulator 10.8%

"I drink Sorrel Coffee to reboot reality, but I'm being hunted by Monster Girls and armed agents" is a branching visual novel where your choices truly matter...

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 17.9%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Detective 17%, Horror 12%, Romance 11.6%

Step into a dark world where cyberdemons haunt humankind. When mutilated bodies start appearing all over this sleepy town in the Mississippi inaka, Sawyer, ex-AGENCY operative; now unemployed shut-in, must exorcise the demon perpetrator in this story-rich, PC-98 style adventure game.

Why similar: Detective 18.4%, Visual Novel 18%, Point & Click 14.4%, Anime 12%, Horror 11.1%

Yandera has locked you in your house and is asking for a declaration of love. You can stay with her or try to escape. Explore the house, but be careful, Yandera can kill you.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 26.1%, Anime 19.3%, Life Sim 18%, Horror 16.8%, Psychological Horror 7.4%

In the early 2000s, a series of horrifying incidents shattered countless lives across the world. No one truly understood the purpose behind them. Some called it corruption, others called it power beyond humanity. The real monsters were never demons, but humans with absolute control over others.

Why similar: Noir 19.9%, Detective 14%, Hidden Object 13.9%, Walking Simulator 11%, Point & Click 9.6%

"Who is Yoko?" Unlock the mystery as you control Locke, Jeanne and Primus to discover the secrets of their existence in this point and click, cyberpunk noir adventure.

Why similar: Noir 20.4%, Dialogue Heavy 18.4%, Detective 13%, Interactive Fiction 12.5%, Point & Click 11.8%

Power structures can fall apart. So can people. In a sealed-off rented room, click on objects, piece together the a story of love and torture, and witness fading memories as a person abandoned by their time slowly dissolves himself.

Why similar: Noir 20.5%, Interactive Fiction 18.3%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Point & Click 13.7%, Exploration 10.3%

A psychological horror visual novel about Miya, a former prodigy trapped in a decaying home with her unstable stepfather, her talking plush Mopa, and the bystander who hears every step she takes...

Why similar: Visual Novel 20.2%, Horror 15.2%, Interactive Fiction 14.5%, Anime 13.9%, Psychological Horror 11.7%

A mystery visual novel following a boy who awoke in a strange building, with no recollection of where he is, how he arrived, why he’s here, or how to leave. Discover the answers to these mysteries as you search for a way out. Meet a small but colorful cast in your journey, and escape together!

Why similar: Visual Novel 17.7%, Detective 17.6%, Interactive Fiction 17.4%, Anime 12.6%, Horror 12.5%

A turn-based Clue-inspired detective game where you get to solve a murder mystery by interrogating paintings.

Why similar: Noir 20.8%, Dialogue Heavy 17.8%, Interactive Fiction 15.4%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Detective 13.4%

Deep Copy is a top down point-and-click literary adventure set in a hand-painted science fiction world. Awakened with no memory, you must solve puzzles and navigate a branching story to piece together the dense, interconnected mystery at the heart of the lab.

Why similar: Visual Novel 15.1%, Horror 14.1%, Dialogue Heavy 13.9%, Point & Click 13.2%, Interactive Fiction 11.7%

Let's imagine that you have a game in which you care for a character. But could you imagine one day getting into that game yourself?

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 16.2%, Horror 15%, Psychological Horror 14.7%, Life Sim 9.7%, Cute 9.4%

Mental pain will never disappear, it will forever torment the soul of the protagonist. Who is he? How did he end up here? Why do dead people appear before him? Who is this girl with bandaged eyes? Eternal Pain: Epiphany is the story of the insight of a person who finds himself in purgatory.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 22%, Visual Novel 21.6%, Dialogue Heavy 16.4%, Horror 15.7%, Anime 11.6%

Unravel a thrilling mystery by exploring a strange and twisted mansion, discovering curious clues, interrogating peculiar suspects and solving unique puzzles. Will you be able to uncover the secrets of Tangle Tower?

Why similar: Detective 20.6%, Noir 18.2%, Dialogue Heavy 18%, Point & Click 15.4%, Visual Novel 13%

A horror point and click game where choices matter about trying to do your final marathon training run.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 17.8%, Dialogue Heavy 17.1%, Visual Novel 15.3%, Point & Click 14.1%, Horror 13.8%