- #1 ATRI -My Dear Moments-
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 22,459 reviews2020
Dev: FrontwingPub: ANIPLEX.EXE
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 106.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"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 31%, Romance 21.8%, Anime 15.9%, Story Rich 8.9%, Cute 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Like PARQUET, this story features a touching connection between a human and a synthetic being in a near-future setting.
- #2 Cyanotype Daydream -The Girl Who Dreamed the World-
96% matchVery Positive88% of 761 reviews2022
Dev: Laplacian
Windows
Median: 17.0 hrsMean: 54.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Kaito wakes to find himself in a strange room, with no memories, and a taciturn girl named Yonagi by his side. Upon learning of his role, he immerses himself into three wondrous dream worlds with her. When all three stories meet a bitter end, Kaito recovers his memories, and the true story unfolds.
Why similar: Romance 29.9%, Visual Novel 26%, Story Rich 12.7%, Cute 6.6%, Futuristic 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title mirrors the sci-fi themes and emotional weight found in PARQUET's exploration of memory and existence.
- #3 eden*
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,041 reviews2015
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 60.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 35.8%, Anime 26.3%, Romance 18.8%, Story Rich 8.1%, Cute 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a similar blend of high-stakes sci-fi concepts and intimate, romantic character development.
- #4 Harmonia
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 777 reviews2016
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 89.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 44.6%, Anime 29.9%, Casual 9%, Adventure 7.6%, Story Rich 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A beautifully crafted visual novel that shares the same emotional, sci-fi-adjacent narrative style as PARQUET.
- #5 Aokana - Four Rhythms Across the Blue
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 6,383 reviews2019
Dev: spritePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 136.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 37.5%, Romance 21.7%, Anime 21.3%, Story Rich 8.8%, Casual 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: A beautifully animated visual novel that balances a compelling premise with strong character interactions.
- #6 The Future Radio and the Artificial Pigeons
94% matchVery Positive91% of 300 reviews2023
Dev: LaplacianPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 33.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
2061, Japan. Mankind has lost the sky, and with it, its connections. All of it was taken away by birds... ...By countless artificial pigeons flying through the sky.
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.2%, Romance 21.9%, Anime 11.1%, Story Rich 9.5%, Cute 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A mystery-driven visual novel that explores time and technology with a similar near-future aesthetic.
- #7 ISLAND
93% matchVery Positive95% of 1,748 reviews2018
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 154.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 28.2%, Anime 19.7%, Romance 13.5%, Story Rich 9.5%, Cute 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: This story incorporates sci-fi mystery elements and multiple endings, much like the narrative structure of PARQUET.
- #8 Summer Pockets
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 4,789 reviews2020
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 137.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 38.4%, Anime 17.3%, Romance 15%, Story Rich 8.5%, Casual 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A highly polished, emotional narrative experience that matches the high production quality and character depth of PARQUET.
- #9 Kakenuke★Forward to Our Sparking Youth!
91% matchVery Positive95% of 464 reviews2024
Dev: SAGA PLANETSPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 61.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
What does "youth" mean to you? Is it a time in your life meant for having fun? For devoting yourself to a cause? For Yuu Tono, it's meant earning money and studying to build a brighter future for him and his family. But maybe the new (or maybe old?) friend who's come into his life will change that.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.8%, Romance 24.5%, Anime 12%, Story Rich 9.1%, Cute 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A vibrant and character-focused visual novel that shares the upbeat, romantic energy of PARQUET.
- #10 Senren＊Banka
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 35,519 reviews2020
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 16.8 hrsMean: 160.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 34.3%, Romance 18.9%, Anime 17.8%, Cute 7.5%, Multiple Endings 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by Yuzusoft, this game features the same high-quality art and polished interface that fans of PARQUET will appreciate.
- #11 Sabbat of the Witch
90% matchVery Positive93% of 2,370 reviews2018
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 295.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Hoshina Shuuji has a secret: He has a mysterious power that allows him to perceive the emotions of others. However, he is soon to find out that he is not the only one who has something he doesn't want others to find out about as Ayachi Nene, a classmate, likewise has a secret.
Why similar: Visual Novel 46.1%, Anime 19.1%, Romance 16.4%, Cute 7.5%, Story Rich 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: Another Yuzusoft title that excels in delivering a charming, high-production romantic visual novel experience.
- #12 Riddle Joker
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 6,810 reviews2020
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 15.5 hrsMean: 196.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 27.1%, Romance 26%, Anime 13.5%, Cute 8.4%, Story Rich 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: This title combines a unique sci-fi premise with the high-production romantic comedy style typical of Yuzusoft games.
- #13 Café Stella and the Reaper's Butterflies
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 6,560 reviews2022
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 19.1 hrsMean: 175.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 25.8%, Romance 24.6%, Anime 9.8%, Story Rich 8.4%, Multiple Endings 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: This Yuzusoft title provides a polished, supernatural-tinged romance with high-quality character designs.
- #14 AQUARIUM
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 536 reviews2023
Dev: ENTERGRAM,INC.
Windows
This is the summer story of Aqua - a beginning maid carrying a secret - and her master (the player) who lost part of his memory. This is the pure summer love story of two individuals from completely different walks of life.
Why similar: Romance 32.2%, Visual Novel 20.7%, Cute 13.1%, Anime 11.5%, Story Rich 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A charming and visually polished romance that captures the cute and casual atmosphere found in PARQUET.
- #15 Trinoline All Ages Version
88% matchVery Positive89% of 153 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 26.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
When tragedy sparks the advancement of science, a sentient android is created. Now, in this heart-wrenching, romantic, and beautiful visual novel, you will explore whether or not it's possible for man and machine to truly love each other.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.1%, Romance 21.8%, Anime 16.8%, Story Rich 9.9%, Multiple Endings 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A deeply emotional story that focuses on the relationship between humans and artificial lifeforms.
- #16 DRACU-RIOT!
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 867 reviews2026
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 27.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Welcome to the Special Administrative Region "Aqua Eden", an artificial island off the coast of Japan where casinos and more are legal.
Why similar: Romance 23.8%, Visual Novel 23.3%, Anime 16.8%, Story Rich 9.5%, Multiple Endings 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a high-production, supernatural romance that fits well within the visual novel genre standards set by PARQUET.
- #17 Memory's Dogma CODE:01
87% matchMostly Positive78% of 371 reviews2016
Dev: Liz-ArtsPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Japan, 2030 A.D. Memories can now be digitized and archived, allowing people to communicate with the deceased. With only one week left before his best friend’s memories are deleted, can Hiroki uncover the truth behind Sorano’s death?
Why similar: Visual Novel 48.3%, Anime 31%, Story Rich 6.3%, Casual 5.3%, Adventure 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: This game directly tackles the concept of digitizing human consciousness, aligning perfectly with the core premise of PARQUET.
- #18 Hello Lady! - Complete Edition
85% matchVery Positive86% of 416 reviews2022
Dev: AKATSUKI-WORKSPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 38.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
It's the Dawn of a New Age- The 21st century has brought about its own slew of problems for society at large. Asa result, the most promising youths from around the world have been gathered and enrolled in Amakawa Noble Academy.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.5%, Romance 24.2%, Anime 12.2%, Story Rich 11.6%, Multiple Endings 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A story-rich visual novel that features complex character dynamics and a compelling, slightly mysterious narrative.
- #19 Your Diary +
84% matchVery Positive85% of 335 reviews2018
Dev: CubePub: Hyper'sthene
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 59.6 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Your Diary + is a visual novel game that explores the seven ways humans experience happiness in the stories of its seven heroines. What does it mean to be useful to someone? To be loved? To trust someone with your heart? Rediscover the importance of these everyday joys.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.2%, Romance 22.3%, Anime 16.1%, Story Rich 9.1%, Cute 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A charming and emotional visual novel that focuses on the power of connections and personal growth.
- #20 Amairo Chocolate
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,010 reviews2020
Dev: Cabbage SoftPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 81.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Autumn. With the leaves just starting to change color, a boy arrives at Yunagi Village. The first person he meets is a girl handing out flyers -- a cute, cat-eared waitress.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.6%, Romance 22.4%, Anime 18.3%, Cute 11.7%, Multiple Endings 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A cute and casual visual novel that focuses on character interactions and romantic development.
- #21 Monobeno
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 652 reviews2018
Dev: LosePub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 88.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
This was a story about humans and monsters, disease and haunting, and the past and the future. It leads you to the unusual traditional Japanese culture.
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.4%, Anime 32%, Sexual Content 8.6%, Adventure 8.1%, Story Rich 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a blend of fantasy and romance with a strong emphasis on cute character designs and emotional storytelling.
- #22 Fox Hime Zero
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,917 reviews2018
Dev: AsicxArtPub: SakuraGame
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 44.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 38.1%, Anime 26.3%, Romance 18.4%, Cute 9.3%, Casual 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: A short, casual, and visually appealing visual novel that captures the same cute and romantic vibe as PARQUET.
- #23 My Klutzy Cupid
81% matchVery Positive89% of 66 reviews2023
Dev: HulottePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
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 25.9%, Romance 23.3%, Story Rich 9.6%, Comedy 9.2%, Cute 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted and funny romance that provides a casual, enjoyable reading experience.
- #24 NUKITASHI
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 3,440 reviews2023
Dev: QruppoPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 43.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Seiran Island. Even here in paradise, there are those who work in the shadows to bring it down... Confront the tyranny of a twisted system in this long-awaited visual novel adventure.
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.9%, Romance 18.1%, Anime 14.3%, Comedy 7.7%, Cute 7.2%
- #25 9-nine-:Episode 1
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,894 reviews2019
Dev: PALETTEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 145.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Help Miyako and Kakeru track down a superpowered serial killer before they strike again.
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.4%, Anime 22.1%, Cute 9%, Sexual Content 7%, Story Rich 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: This supernatural mystery features a modern, high-quality presentation and engaging character-driven storytelling.
- #26 Re:Fragment ~Absolute Ambition~
78% matchVery Positive94% of 116 reviews2025
Dev: AstralSeal
Windows · Mac · Linux
We all dream of a bright future ahead, but life doesn't always turn out how we expect. Yuuma, the protagonist, lives a peaceful life until the student council president proposes a new controversial policy that changes everything they once knew forever.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.8%, Romance 19.8%, Anime 14.7%, Multiple Endings 9.9%, Cute 9.4%
- #27 If My Heart Had Wings
80% matchVery Positive92% of 4,609 reviews2014
Dev: MoeNovel
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 46.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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: Romance 27.3%, Visual Novel 24.2%, Anime 16.5%, Story Rich 10%, Cute 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic, emotional visual novel that focuses on personal growth and romance in a beautifully realized setting.
- #28 Sugar * Style
79% matchVery Positive96% of 247 reviews2021
Dev: SmeePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Sugar * Style is a Japanese-style visual novel produced by Smee, a Japanese developer of romance VNs. Be the perfect husband for your future wife and conquer her heart with your husband-powers!
Why similar: Visual Novel 31%, Romance 21.3%, Anime 11.4%, Cute 9.3%, Story Rich 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A cute and lighthearted romance that emphasizes character chemistry and high-quality 2D art.
- #29 Aokana - Four Rhythms Across the Blue - EXTRA2
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 2,017 reviews2022
Dev: spritePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 94.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Aokana - EXTRA2 is the official Misaki after story for Aokana.
Why similar: Romance 21.8%, Visual Novel 21.3%, Anime 13.6%, Story Rich 9.3%, Cute 8.1%
- #30 Another Way of Gettin' Paid
76% matchVery Positive84% of 57 reviews2025
Dev: PacoPaco SoftPub: Shiravune
Windows
Japanese romance VN from hit developer PacoPaco Soft! As Shunji's various acquaintances begin to interact in ways they were never supposed to, he finds his social circle expanding farther than he could have ever imagined...
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.8%, Romance 26.7%, Anime 19.5%, Story Rich 9.3%, Cute 4%
- #31 Yukikoi Melt
78% matchVery Positive92% of 83 reviews2020
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
"Yukikoi Melt" is a visual novel about a young man's life in the Winter Country. Miharu, a winter hater, and the girls of the Winter Club find their lives intertwined when he moves to snowy Yubane. Can their warmth melt his heart?
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.8%, Romance 23.2%, Anime 16.7%, Cute 9%, Comedy 6.7%
- #32 The Picture of Café au lait
77% matchVery Positive92% of 78 reviews2023
Dev: AstralSeal
Windows
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 27.4%, Romance 21.4%, Anime 15.9%, Story Rich 7%, Comedy 6.5%
- #33 NUKITASHI 2
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,547 reviews2024
Dev: QruppoPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 14.8 hrsMean: 51.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
A new battle begins for Junnosuke—backed by the FS Big Three! “This is what it truly means for the minority to get vengeance.”
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.7%, Romance 19%, Anime 13.4%, Multiple Endings 9.3%, Cute 7.8%
- #34 LOVEJUICED! -Hi Neighbor, meet Gamer.-
74% matchVery Positive89% of 57 reviews2026
Dev: Atelier KAGUYAPub: Shiravune
Windows
Keita’s summer kicks off with a random game chat—just anonymous “bros” trading jokes and awkward confessions. But when he learns his whole party is actually a group of girls living next door, things spiral fast in a season of neighborly chaos, college camaraderie, and maybe... something more.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.2%, Romance 20.4%, Anime 12.6%, Cute 9.8%, Adventure 6.9%
- #35 Dream Ending
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,196 reviews2019
Dev: #workshopPub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
This is a small tale from the end. The leftovers of mankind are destined to perish as the Arks break orbit. Suddenly, however, she's making me ask her out, an invitation to face the apocalypse together... a short but exquisite visual novel, "Dream Ending" is humanity's last love story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.3%, Romance 28.1%, Anime 17.2%, Casual 11%, Adventure 8.2%
- #36 Clover Day's Plus
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 882 reviews2023
Dev: ALcotPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 10.6 hrsMean: 68.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Bottled-up emotions... An everlasting oath... Heartfelt desires... An enduring regret... And a childhood promise. Yuuto was abandoned by his parents and raised in an orphanage in Britain before a trading merchant by the name of Takakura Yoshiomi adopted him and brought him to Japan.
Why similar: Romance 23.9%, Visual Novel 21.5%, Anime 12.9%, Multiple Endings 9.3%, Story Rich 8.9%
- #37 Tayutama 2-you're the only one-
75% matchVery Positive95% of 2,435 reviews2016
Dev: Lump of SugarPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 139.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Introduction In the mountain town far away the ashihara chou，a BRAND-NEW story about the coexistence of “humans”and “ tayutai“ is about to start. To be with you this is the only oath and my everything
Why similar: Anime 35.1%, Visual Novel 33.7%, Cute 12.1%, Sexual Content 9.6%, Story Rich 5.8%
- #38 Momoiro Closet
76% matchVery Positive90% of 62 reviews2018
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Momoiro Closet is a visual novel exploring the unlikely romance of an average joe and the student council president. Experience the otaku mecca of Akihabara firsthand as you court your anime-obsessed cosplayer schoolmate, through either a tender love story or a passionate tale of lust.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25%, Romance 20.1%, Anime 18%, Cute 9.6%, Comedy 7.7%
- #39 KANADE
71% matchVery Positive84% of 343 reviews2025
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
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 34.2%, Anime 24.7%, Cute 11.9%, Casual 7%, Sci-fi 6.9%
- #40 Raspberry Cube
72% matchVery Positive97% of 128 reviews2022
Dev: madosoftPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 41.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Azuma Satoru has sworn a life to do good on others with the lofty goal of one good deed a day. Upon his return to his hometown, things are going well as he helps the girls at his school but soon his life is about to get a little more chaotic...
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.7%, Romance 22.6%, Anime 18%, Comedy 8.9%, Multiple Endings 7%
- #41 Neuronaut
73% matchVery Positive80% of 199 reviews2020
Dev: GUT.GAMES
Windows · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 44%
The protagonist of this story is an office clerk who has the ability to leave his body for the astral plane and put his consciousness into other people.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.8%, Casual 22.9%, Adventure 19.2%, Anime 12.4%, Sexual Content 10.7%
- #42 Pantsu Hunter: Back to the 90s
73% matchVery Positive81% of 279 reviews2019
Dev: Golden Wave Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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 30.2%, Romance 25.9%, Anime 21.7%, Comedy 7%, Casual 7%
- #43 HoneyHoneyHoney!
72% matchVery Positive91% of 85 reviews2021
Dev: Ouchi JikanPub: Shiravune
Windows
In a world where men and women are kept at arm's length by the law... With three beautiful girls breaking barriers to win your affections, who'll be flying into your arms in the end?
Why similar: Romance 28.3%, Visual Novel 28%, Cute 10.8%, Comedy 9.4%, Story Rich 7.4%
- #44 I drink Sorrel Coffee to reboot reality, but I'm being hunted by Monster Girls and armed agents
68% matchVery Positive86% of 226 reviews2025
Dev: ST SinovarPub: TopHouse Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
"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: Visual Novel 24.3%, Romance 23.4%, Anime 10.6%, Cute 9.4%, Story Rich 8.4%
- #45 My So-called Future Girlfriend
71% matchVery Positive94% of 309 reviews2018
Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
This game is a male-oriented visual novel that features text, illustration, and voice.
Why similar: Romance 26.4%, Visual Novel 26.4%, Anime 18.6%, Cute 8.5%, Futuristic 5.8%
- #46 Irotoridori No Sekai HD - The Colorful World
67% matchVery Positive97% of 257 reviews2024
Dev: FAVORITEPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 9.3 hrsMean: 131.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
When he was a child, Yuuma received a special power from the “translucent magician”, Shinku. Just by touching someone with his hand, he is able to cure all of their wounds in return for some of his memories.
Why similar: Romance 24.3%, Visual Novel 22.4%, Anime 11.5%, Story Rich 8.8%, Cute 8.7%
- #47 Virtual Maid Streamer Ramie
70% matchVery Positive97% of 75 reviews2022
Dev: monimePub: iMel
Windows
The Vtuber who came out of the screen was actually a maid!? Featuring the virtual maid who just wants to cheer the protagonist up. Follow this fluffy adventure with a little spice, full of charming moments and a few tears along the way.
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.1%, Anime 21.8%, Cute 12.7%, Story Rich 10.2%, Casual 7.4%
- #48 Ascendant Hearts
71% matchVery Positive88% of 122 reviews2018
Dev: Visualnoveler
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A visual novel where you wake up in a strange new world before going on a real-life RPG adventure with three wacky party members.
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.6%, Anime 24.5%, Romance 14.9%, Casual 9.8%, Adventure 9.2%
- #49 Maitetsu
70% matchVery Positive95% of 369 reviews2018
Dev: LosePub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Humanoid modules that control all aspects of the railway cars called “Raillords” exist in this world.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.4%, Anime 22.8%, Cute 21.1%, Romance 11.1%, Story Rich 5.1%
- #50 Project LUX
70% matchVery Positive90% of 387 reviews2018
Dev: Spicy TailsPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 124.9 hrs≥1hr: 37%
The crime... is murder. Our story takes place in a court trial, set in a futuristic world where most humans have cyberbrains. The defendant on trial is an agent who coordinates with artists to create the data for cyberbrains to interact with people’s emotions. The victim is a girl artist named Lux.
Why similar: Anime 46.7%, Story Rich 8.4%, Multiple Endings 8.4%, Cute 7.9%, Casual 7.4%
- #51 Otome * Domain
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 865 reviews2022
Dev: PALETTE-QUALIAPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 128.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
An inconveniently orphaned young man must attend an all-girls school just to survive in this comedy visual novel. His housemates took him in when he was in trouble, but now he doesn't know who's taking care of who...!
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.6%, Cute 13.6%, Comedy 13.2%, Story Rich 7.2%, Anime 7.1%
- #52 Sugar Sweet Temptation
67% matchVery Positive98% of 182 reviews2023
Dev: RecettePub: Love Lab, Inc.
Windows
On the whimsical Night of the Fairies, Crow Yamada lands on the rooftop of a quaint patisserie known as Folkroll. Without any memories, he strives to help the cute employees by becoming the best baker around in this sugary sweet visual novel.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29%, Romance 25.1%, Anime 19.5%, Cute 10.6%, Story Rich 5.1%
- #53 Element-174 - Part 1
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 167 reviews2022
Dev: Knotty Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Element-174 is an adult sci-fi visual novel where everyday choices can have long lasting effects. In this story-rich and erotic adventure, play as a young man new to a university as he uncovers the secrets of Branchfield and the women he meets there.
Why similar: Romance 27.5%, Visual Novel 26.6%, Anime 13.2%, Story Rich 12.3%, Sexual Content 6.8%
- #54 Zavod
65% matchVery Positive92% of 420 reviews2025
Dev: Gendocik
Windows
The visual novel "Zavod" is an adventure that will take you to the industrial and factory everyday life of ordinary workers.
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.3%, Romance 28.5%, Anime 24.2%, Adventure 6.8%, Sci-fi 4%
- #55 Wonderful Everyday Down the Rabbit-Hole
68% matchVery Positive93% of 2,444 reviews2017
Dev: KeroQPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 168.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wonderful Everyday is a visual novel with multiple routes which develops a story based on a few concepts: "the sky and the world", "the beginning and the end", "literature and science", "savior and hero", "brother and sister".
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.6%, Romance 16.5%, Anime 14.4%, Story Rich 11%, Sexual Content 5.5%
- #56 Liminal Border Part I
66% matchVery Positive91% of 124 reviews2023
Dev: Purple SoftwarePub: Shiravune
Windows
First game of a four-part visual novel series. Nerdy Itsuki Ninomae accidentally creates a “digital hypnotism movie.” Showing it to his neighbor causes him to learn her and a classmate’s dark secret, dragging him into the underbelly of society.
Why similar: Romance 25.3%, Visual Novel 23%, Anime 12.9%, Cute 9.9%, Story Rich 9.3%
- #57 Summer Meetings
69% matchVery Positive92% of 59 reviews2019
Dev: Mikołaj Spychał
Windows · Mac · Linux
We meet many people in our lives. Relationships with them are different and can be changed.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.7%, Anime 17.4%, Romance 17%, Multiple Endings 9.7%, Story Rich 8.9%
- #58 ef - the latter tale. (All Ages)
68% matchVery Positive97% of 123 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
In this direct continuation of "ef - the first tale", Yuu tells the tale of a young woman who has lost one of her eyes due to an accident, but who may have lost so much more beneath the surface.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.3%, Romance 25.1%, Anime 18.7%, Story Rich 13%, Adventure 8.1%
- #59 Artemis: Book One
65% matchVery Positive93% of 762 reviews2023
Dev: digi.B
Windows · Mac · Linux
Artemis is a visual novel intended for the adult audience. You begin your road to recovery three years following a traumatic event, where you'll eventually find yourself shaping the technological future.
Why similar: Romance 28%, Visual Novel 27.3%, Story Rich 10.9%, Comedy 7.7%, Multiple Endings 7.4%
