- #1 planetarian HD
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 3,426 reviews2017
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 67.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
planetarian HD is an engaging and emotional visual novel from legendary game studio, Key. A sub-brand of VISUAL ARTS, Key are also famed for creating Kanon, AIR, CLANNAD, Little Busters!, Rewrite, Angel Beats!, and Summer Pockets.
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.4%, Anime 14.9%, Drama 14.2%, Robots 12.7%, Post-apocalyptic 11.2%
- #2 Harmonia
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 791 reviews2016
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 89.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 25.2%, Anime 17.4%, Robots 15.1%, Simulation 12.2%, Adventure 9.3%
- #3 Harmonia Full HD Edition
95% matchVery Positive97% of 92 reviews2024
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Set in a war-torn world in the distant future, the sci-fi kinetic novel "Harmonia" follows a mechanical boy and a human girl as they find their way to each other's hearts. Key's 15th anniversary title is back with full voice and FHD resolution, including the main character!
Why similar: Robots 13.5%, Drama 13.1%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Post-apocalyptic 11.7%, Anime 9.3%
- #4 Hatsuyuki Sakura
94% matchVery Positive94% of 967 reviews2024
Dev: SAGA PLANETSPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 13.0 hrsMean: 56.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
"Hatsuyuki Sakura" is one of the most popular works by SAGA PLANETS, a popular Japanese developer for visual novels. Experience Hatsuyuki Sakura for the first time in 1080p! This version includes the English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese versions.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.5%, Drama 20.1%, Anime 13.8%, Adventure 11%, Casual 10.8%
- #5 Kanon
94% matchVery Positive98% of 476 reviews2024
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 25.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
A tale of small miracles in a snow-covered town— Kanon, the very first game from visual novel studio Key, is now available on Steam! Now featuring HD visuals and full voice support! (The protagonist is only voiced in certain scenes.)
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.7%, Simulation 15.7%, Anime 14.5%, Cute 11.3%, Adventure 10.8%
- #6 KANADE
93% matchVery Positive83% of 375 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: Drama 18.5%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Anime 11.8%, Post-apocalyptic 10.3%, Sci-fi 10.3%
- #7 LUNARiA -Virtualized Moonchild-
92% matchVery Positive95% of 198 reviews2024
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Genius gamer T-Bit rakes in the prize money in VR races day after day. One day, after experiencing a network error mid-race, he ends up in Lunar World, a moon-based server. There, he meets an AI avatar by the name of Lunar-Q. A love story spanning the 384,400 km between the Earth and moon begins!
Why similar: Drama 17.2%, Visual Novel 14.9%, Anime 10.5%, Simulation 9.5%, Robots 9.3%
- #8 ATRI -My Dear Moments-
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 23,248 reviews2020
Dev: FrontwingPub: ANIPLEX.EXE
Windows
Median: 6.8 hrsMean: 109.8 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 33.8%, Anime 17.5%, Cute 12.8%, Emotional 10.7%, Post-apocalyptic 7.6%
- #9 9-nine-:NewEpisode
91% matchVery Positive93% of 749 reviews2022
Dev: PALETTEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 190.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Enjoy short after stories for the heroines of the 9-nine- series in 9-nine-:NewEpisode!
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.7%, Anime 18.4%, Casual 13.6%, Emotional 12.1%, Cute 10.9%
- #10 AIR
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 838 reviews2025
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 52.9 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Summer stretches on endlessly. Beneath the vast blue sky. Beneath the air in which she awaits— AIR, the second game released by visual novel studio Key, is now available on Steam! Now featuring the side story novel, "First Sky Chapter" and full voice support!
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.4%, Simulation 15.8%, Anime 15%, Emotional 11.7%, Cute 11.4%
- #11 Mashiroiro Symphony HD -Sana Edition-
90% matchVery Positive92% of 468 reviews2024
Dev: PalettePub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 32.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A one-route standalone expansion for the fan-favorite visual novel Mashiroiro Symphony. The main character's classmate Sana finally takes the spotlight with a new story and new CGs by artist Tsubasu Izumi!
Why similar: Snow 30.4% ★, Visual Novel 18.5%, Anime 14%, Cute 11.4%, Emotional 9.6%
- #12 Stella of The End
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,152 reviews2023
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 25.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Jude Gray, a wandering Courier, receives a request to deliver some very special cargo. This cargo turns out to be Philia, an android girl who is unaffected by the enigmatic Singularity Machines.
Why similar: Visual Novel 18.6%, Post-apocalyptic 13.6%, Emotional 13%, Anime 11.9%, Robots 11.6%
- #13 Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story
85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 12,406 reviews2025
Dev: Nestopi Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 13.3 hrsMean: 68.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"Chill with You : Lo-Fi Story" is a sound novel game where you work alongside Satone, a girl who loves writing stories. Customize lo-fi music, ambient sounds, and landscapes to create a focused environment. As you deepen your bond with Satone, you may discover a special connection with her.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.3%, Anime 25.3%, Cute 16.7%, Casual 11.2%, Adventure 10%
- #14 Mashiroiro Symphony HD -Love is Pure White-
87% matchVery Positive88% of 374 reviews2024
Dev: PalettePub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 88.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A winter-themed romcom visual novel with four main heroines and one mysterious cat-like creature! In a town where tradition and modernity meet, protagonist Shingo Uryu's whole life changes when he begins attending the prestigious Yuihime Girls Private Academy...
Why similar: Snow 29.6% ★, Visual Novel 17.8%, Anime 12.2%, Emotional 12%, Cute 11.2%
- #15 ToHeart
86% matchVery Positive89% of 368 reviews2025
Dev: AQUAPLUSPub: DMM GAMES
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 17.0 hrs≥1hr: 63%
The late-’90s landmark visual novel from AQUAPLUS is back and fully remastered with 3D scenes and animations, full HD resolution, the choice between the original cast or all-new voiceovers, and international translations for the first time ever!
Why similar: Robots 21.5%, Visual Novel 20.3%, Anime 15.5%, Emotional 13.7%, Futuristic 11.2%
- #16 Trinoline All Ages Version
88% matchVery Positive88% of 162 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 32.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 25.4%, Emotional 20%, Anime 19.1%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Cute 12.3%
- #17 Yukiiro Sign
86% matchVery Positive89% of 80 reviews2023
Dev: Wonder FoolPub: Shiravune
Windows
A story of three girls and one season in the snowy town of Minamiouse.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.5%, Drama 23.1%, Emotional 19.8%, Cute 11.6%, Adventure 6.2%
- #18 eden*
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,232 reviews2015
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 60.4 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 41.6%, Anime 31.3%, Cute 8.4%, Adventure 6%, Sci-fi 3.7%
- #19 Robot Hospice
82% matchVery Positive100% of 95 reviews2026
Dev: dokogames
Windows · Mac
"Robot Hospice" is a 2D pixel art adventure game where beloved robots spend their final days in a hospice. As a new staff member, you will gently yet painfully bid farewell to these cherished machines that once lived alongside humans.
Why similar: Robots 18.7%, Emotional 17.7%, Visual Novel 13%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Futuristic 11.4%
- #20 The Robot Girl Meets The Human!
84% matchVery Positive97% of 72 reviews2022
Dev: Usui Sio
Windows · Mac
This is an adventure game that takes you on a journey through a world after humans have disappeared. Lead the robot girl "Scarlet" to find the surviving humans.
Why similar: Robots 25.9%, Post-apocalyptic 18.5%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Emotional 12.7%, Cute 11.6%
- #21 WHITE ALBUM: Memories like Falling Snow
82% matchVery Positive93% of 901 reviews2023
Dev: AQUAPLUSPub: DMM GAMES
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 37.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
The classic visual novel from AQUAPLUS that launched one of Japan's most beloved franchises, WHITE ALBUM is a story of love in many forms. Will a couple cling together, or drift apart on the cold wind? The album of their relationship will be as white as snow, and as poignant.
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.6%, Anime 20.5%, Cute 14.5%, Emotional 10.9%, Simulation 10.7%
- #22 PARQUET
81% matchVery Positive95% of 2,403 reviews2021
Dev: YUZUSOFTSOURPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 94.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
In the near future, a technology called Brain-Machine Interface connects the brain and machines. This technology brings about a new paradigm and opens the gates to the digitization of human memory itself. From these new discoveries, "he" is born.
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.2%, Anime 21.7%, Cute 13%, Casual 7.6%, Adventure 6.8%
- #23 Himawari - The Sunflower -
83% matchVery Positive90% of 211 reviews2016
Dev: blank-note & FrontwingPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 83.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
What begins as a slice-of-life romantic comedy will prove to be a sci-fi tale full of character drama, mysteries, and tragedy. This coming-of-age visual novel is a story about life, mistakes, pursuing your dreams, and finding your place in the universe.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.9%, Anime 19.8%, Sci-fi 18.1%, Cute 13.2%, Emotional 5.8%
- #24 VIRTUAL GIRL @ WORLD’S END
80% matchVery Positive95% of 91 reviews2025
Dev: 株式会社ヘッドロックPub: Bushiroad Inc.
Windows
The story is set in future Tokyo, where human’s endless desires have consumed finite resources. In this world that is gradually approaching its end, the streamer girls continue to sing, while embracing dreams and despair in their hearts...
Why similar: Drama 21.1%, Visual Novel 19.2%, Emotional 14.3%, Futuristic 10.3%, Cute 10.3%
- #25 Summer Pockets REFLECTION BLUE
79% matchVery Positive91% of 1,305 reviews2025
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 124.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%
No matter how much times passes... I remember that blue, blue summer. Summer Pockets, the midsummer story brought to you by Key, has been powered-up with even more to play, including new heroines and routes, in Summer Pockets REFLECTION BLUE, now available on Steam!
Why similar: Visual Novel 27%, Emotional 19.9%, Anime 14.9%, Drama 14.8%, Cute 7.7%
- #26 OneRoom ―Yui Hanasaka Memorial―
79% matchVery Positive92% of 424 reviews2025
Dev: 株式会社さかさうま工房Pub: Laplacian
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 15%
That pure love, that lovey-dovey moment again――A new, immersive animated novel game where you can experience the story of Yui Hanasaka, the main heroine of the popular short anime series OneRoom, from the protagonist’s point of view.Revisit her special moments in this innovative experience!
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.7%, Anime 24.6%, Cute 16.5%, Adventure 12.9%, Casual 9.9%
- #27 Kemono Teatime
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,662 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Lalala
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Relax in the world of Kemono Teatime, where animal ears are a normal part of everyday life. Here in Melodius, you can whip up whatever blends of tea you desire in your favorite cafe as you play through an adorable story. Come now and live out your bestest and cutest life—down to the last drop.
Why similar: Emotional 18.1%, Visual Novel 18.1%, Post-apocalyptic 14.2%, Simulation 12.6%, Cute 12.2%
- #28 ROBOTICS;NOTES ELITE
81% matchVery Positive91% of 708 reviews2020
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 38.0 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Thanks to the rising popularity of the PhoneDroid—a device which features augmented reality (A.R.)—the age of advanced technology has finally reached Tanegashima. On that island, Central Tanegashima High's "Robot Research Club" is about to have their club disbanded.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.2%, Adventure 17.2%, Sci-fi 16.1%, Anime 15.3%, Robots 14.5%
- #29 Lucy -The Eternity She Wished For-
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 8,245 reviews2016
Dev: Modern Visual Arts Laboratory
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 37.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
If there was a robot that could laugh, cry and smile. ...Does it have a soul?
Why similar: Visual Novel 36.5%, Anime 22%, Robots 17.8%, Cute 8.4%, Sci-fi 4.7%
- #30 每日亲亲洛丽塔
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 418 reviews2026
Dev: 夜羊社Pub: HentaiAid
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 35.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
夜羊社视觉小说的初次官方中文版登陆Steam,洛丽塔的世界,任你徜徉! 单线故事,可以轻松体验。 使用手工绘制的角色,画风精美。 通过精心设计的角色与故事情节,让玩家沉浸在故事中。 小说风格的的剧本,通过文字感受角色细致的心理活动。 本地化的文本与UI界面,零门槛体验游戏内容。
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.9%, Anime 24.8%, Cute 19.1%, Casual 10.9%, Adventure 9.2%
- #31 STEINS;GATE: Linear Bounded Phenogram
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,334 reviews2019
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 129.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A story for every lab member. Discover a new side of each STEINS;GATE character and get a glimpse of their inner thoughts through 10 new stories.
Why similar: Visual Novel 37.5%, Adventure 20.8%, Anime 20.2%, Sci-fi 18%, Story Rich 3%
- #32 Corona Blossom Vol.1 Gift From the Galaxy
77% matchVery Positive95% of 309 reviews2016
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 30.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Meet R-ne, a metallic organism from space in the form of a young girl. She’s taken in by Keiji and the people of Hanma town, but the maid uniform-clad, cat-eared space pirate Lily and her crew are looking to sell the valuable metal that’s R-ne. Caught up in the turmoil, can she make it back home?
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.1%, Anime 16.1%, Robots 13.9%, Emotional 11.1%, Sci-fi 10.3%
- #33 LOOPERS
75% matchVery Positive87% of 1,079 reviews2023
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Tyler is a high schooler on a mission. He's going to use every minute of summer vacation to go on as many GPS-assisted scavenger hunts as possible. After running into some old friends during one of these hunts, strange things start happening: The day resets and today plays out exactly like yesterday
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.1%, Drama 17.9%, Simulation 15.8%, Anime 12.9%, Adventure 11.8%
- #34 Laid-Back Camp - Virtual - Lake Motosu
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 389 reviews2021
Dev: Gemdrops, Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Get a taste of the great outdoors from home in Laid-Back Camp - Virtual -!
Why similar: Drama 31.6%, Anime 21.1%, Cute 15%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Adventure 6.8%
- #35 Ego's Spark
73% matchVery Positive95% of 74 reviews2024
Dev: SatsukiPub: Shiravune
Windows
Is this a nascent ego—or just a nasty bug? Crash headfirst into cuddles, comfort, and maybe even love in this short visual novel about robots and the human heart.
Why similar: Robots 19.9%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Anime 11.5%, Emotional 11.3%
- #36 SnowBot
71% matchVery Positive89% of 206 reviews2026
Dev: inoutofit
Windows
Silence, cold, solitude… What lies ahead? A small atmospheric adventure about a robot lost in a frozen wasteland.
Why similar: Snow 37.2% ★, Robots 25%, Post-apocalyptic 19.6%, Adventure 12.4%, Atmospheric 5.2%
- #37 OPUS: The Day We Found Earth
74% matchVery Positive87% of 1,728 reviews2016
Dev: SIGONO INC.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Dive into the boundless galaxy and embark on an emotional adventure! Help little robot Emeth to fulfill a century-old promise by finding Earth in order to save Mankind—so step into the spaceship, operate a deep space telescope, and find out what’s out there in the unknown.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.4%, Emotional 17.5%, Anime 14.4%, Sci-fi 13.1%, Adventure 9.7%
- #38 2236 A.D. Secretary Stories
75% matchVery Positive81% of 83 reviews2021
Dev: ChloroPub: Sekai Project
Windows · Mac
A prequel to 2236 A.D. which features a nonsensical story between man and AI that seems heartwarming but may actually be heartwarming. In other words, it's a visual novel about how Masuko is cute.
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.4%, Anime 24.3%, Sci-fi 20.8%, Casual 18.8%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #39 Cyanotype Daydream -The Girl Who Dreamed the World-
73% matchVery Positive88% of 800 reviews2022
Dev: Laplacian
Windows
Median: 17.0 hrsMean: 67.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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: Visual Novel 25.7%, Emotional 21.9%, Sci-fi 16.5%, Futuristic 11.4%, Cute 9.4%
- #40 Time Loader
73% matchVery Positive83% of 571 reviews2021
Dev: FlazmPub: META Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Time Loader is a story-driven puzzle-platformer with tiny robots, alternate realities, nostalgic music, and primitive tech from the 90s!
Why similar: Emotional 28.6%, Sci-fi 24%, Simulation 19.6%, Adventure 12.4%, Casual 10.6%
- #41 Amazing Grace -What color is your attribute?-
71% matchVery Positive93% of 154 reviews2024
Dev: Cabbage SoftPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 56.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%
“A holy night with no dawn, my dear...” You awaken in a strange town full of art, blanketed in snow, and enclosed by a massive wall. On Christmas, it all burns down—and the girl who loves it most rewinds time to the start of Advent. Find the truth in the loop and paint it on this canvas of a town!
Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 18.4%, Drama 17.7%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Emotional 14.5%, Cute 10.8%
- #42 Select Oblige
72% matchMostly Positive74% of 775 reviews2024
Dev: MadosoftPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 77.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Select Oblige is the latest title from the popular Japanese visual novel brand Madosoft. It features character design and artwork by renowned illustrator Hiyo Yuzuna, with the story crafted by Shoukei Wakaba. The main heroines are voiced by Hana Akino, Kanau, Ren Sagami, and Yuuka Nanakusa.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24%, Drama 20.1%, Anime 14.2%, Casual 11%, Adventure 10.8%
- #43 Virtual Maid Streamer Ramie
72% matchVery Positive97% of 86 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: Drama 25%, Visual Novel 20.6%, Anime 13.2%, Emotional 12.5%, Cute 10.6%
- #44 BatteryNote
68% matchVery Positive99% of 223 reviews2025
Dev: 72studioPub: room6
Windows · Mac
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: Robots 29.1%, Emotional 22.5%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Sci-fi 15.3%, Adventure 5.3%
- #45 USAGIRI
74% matchVery Positive81% of 54 reviews2019
Dev: Mikołaj Spychał
Windows · Linux
Become a patron of two fluffy bunny girls in this light and cute Visual Novel, romantic comedy mixed with science-fiction and fantasy.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.8%, Anime 21.7%, Cute 14.3%, Sci-fi 12.7%, Adventure 6.7%
- #46 Memory of Memorie : A Chill Story
67% matchVery Positive97% of 233 reviews2026
Dev: BeXide Inc.
Windows · Mac
A story-driven productivity adventure where you work alongside Memorie, an apprentice witch from another world. As you focus using the Pomodoro timer, the story progresses and her world gradually transforms. Turn solitary work into time shared with someone.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.3%, Anime 22.1%, Cute 17.8%, Casual 13.4%, Adventure 7.9%
- #47 KAMITSUBAKI CITY ENSEMBLE
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 1,458 reviews2024
Dev: KAMITSUBAKI STUDIO
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
"KAMITSUBAKI CITY ENSEMBLE" is a rhythm game in which AI girls who were awoken after the apocalypse use special song magic to create melodies with you, in an effort to restart the world. How did the destruction happen? Why do these girls exist? All answers will be revealed...when the music stops.
Why similar: Anime 31.3%, Emotional 18.4%, Adventure 17.7%, Sci-fi 13.2%, Casual 12.6%
- #48 Snowman Story
69% matchVery Positive94% of 141 reviews2023
Dev: Odencat
Windows · Mac · Linux
Bundle up and get cozy with this warm winter tale about one snowman's journey to the North Pole. Can he make it there before spring arrives?
Why similar: Emotional 40.5%, Adventure 24.7%, Casual 21.6%, Linear 7.3%, Story Rich 5.3%
- #49 Muv-Luv
69% matchVery Positive93% of 2,073 reviews2018
Dev: aNCHOR Inc.
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
One of the most highly-acclaimed visual novel series arrives on Steam, newly revamped and officially in English! An interdimensional love story that takes high school romance on a roller-coaster ride through the depths of despair, culminating in a sci-fi grand finale of epic proportions.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.8%, Post-apocalyptic 19.6%, Anime 18.3%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Cute 11.2%
- #50 Yukikoi Melt
71% matchVery Positive92% of 85 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 23.3%, Drama 20.3%, Anime 16.8%, Snow 12.8% ★, Cute 12.6%
- #51 Summer Pockets
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 4,941 reviews2020
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 10.2 hrsMean: 136.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 34.3%, Emotional 18.3%, Anime 15.8%, Adventure 12.6%, Casual 11.1%
- #52 inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories
65% matchVery Positive86% of 1,061 reviews2026
Dev: Nagai Industries
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
inKONBINI: One Store. Many Stories is a cozy slice-of-life game about running a small-town convenience store, inspired by early 1990s Japan. Meet regulars, stock shelves, and watch quiet, everyday moments turn into meaningful stories.
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.1%, Simulation 25.3%, Adventure 14.2%, Casual 13.6%, Story Rich 4.7%
- #53 CLANNAD Side Stories
70% matchVery Positive87% of 411 reviews2016
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 154.1 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Delve further into the world of CLANNAD and experience the stories beyond the original visual novel adventure. Known as CLANNAD Hikari Mimamoru Sakamichi de in Japan, This Steam version features high resolution assets and is translated into English for the very first time.
Why similar: Visual Novel 52.2%, Anime 19.2%, Casual 13.9%, Cute 12.2%, Story Rich 2.6%
- #54 GINKA
66% matchVery Positive91% of 2,827 reviews2023
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 40.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
"Return to that summer with you..." Ryusei returns to the small island of his younger years, where time flows by gently, to spend a fairy-tale summer vacation with his childhood friend who was spirited away.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.3%, Drama 20.5%, Emotional 14.8%, Anime 14.3%, Cute 8.7%
- #55 Little Busters! English Edition
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,211 reviews2017
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 41.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Capturing the hearts of countless fans since 2007, Little Busters! is an emotional visual novel from Key, the minds behind Angel Beats! and CLANNAD. This special English release supports touch controls and dynamic switching between English and Japanese text, and is in HD for the first time on PC.
Why similar: Visual Novel 38.8%, Anime 19.5%, Simulation 13.2%, Adventure 9.1%, Casual 7.2%
- #56 CLANNAD
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 10,918 reviews2015
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 106.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
From the world renowned visual novel studio Key, the highly rated story of CLANNAD is now available on Steam! Improved visuals, achievement integration, and Dangopedia make this the best version of CLANNAD to date.
Why similar: Visual Novel 45%, Anime 27%, Emotional 10.1%, Cute 7.7%, Story Rich 3.4%
- #57 Bear With Me: The Lost Robots
69% matchVery Positive89% of 133 reviews2019
Dev: Exordium GamesPub: Miyagi Games
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Bear With Me: The Lost Robots is an all new prequel chapter featuring Amber’s brother Flint and the callous detective Ted E. Bear. Take to the gritty and bustling undergrounds of Paper City, discovering new characters and rich lore leading up to the events of the first 3 episodes of Bear With Me.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.9%, Emotional 19.5%, Cute 16.1%, Adventure 11.8%, Casual 11.8%
- #58 NEKOKORO
70% matchVery Positive87% of 89 reviews2018
Dev: Mikołaj Spychał
Windows · Mac · Linux
Meet cute and fluffy catgirl sisters from space in this lighthearted romance Visual Novel intertwined with comedy, a bit of drama, science-fiction and fantasy!
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.7%, Anime 21.8%, Cute 15.8%, Sci-fi 14.7%, Adventure 7.8%
- #59 A Planet Full of Cats
64% matchVery Positive90% of 585 reviews2026
Dev: Devcats
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A Planet Full of Cats is a hidden object adventure with metroidvania-style exploration in true Devcats fashion. Explore diverse biomes, unlock new powers and uncover ancient secrets!
Why similar: Sci-fi 47.7%, Casual 20.2%, Adventure 18.3%, Cute 13.4%, Singleplayer 0.5%