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Born as the heir to a crime syndicate, yet longing for an ordinary and peaceful life, the kind-hearted protagonist fights desperately to protect their loved ones. Set against a backdrop of towering skyscrapers, this visual novel weaves together the lives of 23 characters in a modern-day legend.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 73% — of 63 reviews
Released: 2025-09-24
Developer: 株式会社ロケットスタジオ
Publisher: Bushiroad Inc.
Genres: Adventure
Platforms: Windows

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    97% matchVery Positive88% of 119 reviews2024
    Dev: CLOCKUPPub: Shiravune
    Windows

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  2. #2 Andromeda Six
    96% matchVery Positive97% of 74 reviews2025
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    96% matchVery Positive90% of 62 reviews2021
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    95% matchVery Positive90% of 673 reviews2025
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    Windows

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    94% matchVery Positive95% of 511 reviews2025
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    Windows

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    94% matchMostly Positive78% of 607 reviews2023
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    92% matchVery Positive95% of 547 reviews2021
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%

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    91% matchVery Positive95% of 86 reviews2025
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    90% matchVery Positive81% of 95 reviews2024
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    Windows

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    91% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,665 reviews2015
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    89% matchVery Positive85% of 249 reviews2023
    Dev: Studio Daimon
    Windows

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    Windows

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    83% matchMixed68% of 66 reviews2018
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    76% matchVery Positive91% of 80 reviews2025
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    75% matchVery Positive98% of 53 reviews2024
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    73% matchVery Positive90% of 121 reviews2025
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    Windows

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    67% matchVery Positive86% of 704 reviews2024
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    66% matchVery Positive95% of 8,120 reviews2021
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    69% matchVery Positive89% of 95 reviews2022
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    69% matchVery Positive89% of 526 reviews2019
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    68% matchVery Positive84% of 137 reviews2022
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    Windows

    In this visual novel, experience the story of Ethan Syfran, who by an accident got him and his family caught in a whirlpool of crime in a catastrophe-swept world. How would he struggle to get out and save everything he cherished... or carry up all the sins he'd done and keep going?

    Why similar: Visual Novel 44.8%, Anime 36.7%, Story Rich 18.6%

  56. #56 Hanako's Flower Shop
    65% matchVery Positive100% of 100 reviews2025
    Dev: FantaJI Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Hanako’s Flower Shop is a heartfelt visual novel where you run a flower shop, crafting bouquets using the language of flowers. Listen to customers’ stories, shape Hanako’s journey through choices, and navigate her struggle to honor her grandpa’s legacy while discovering her own path.

    Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 23.4%, Visual Novel 19.3%, Text-Based 13.7%, Choices Matter 13%, Anime 10.2%

  57. #57 Cyber City 2157: The Visual Novel
    72% matchMixed53% of 222 reviews2016
    Dev: HarotobiraPub: Sometimes You
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Feel the mysterious world of Molds and the City where the sun never sets. Look for clues, make decisions and follow your own path in the Cyber ​​City 2157.

    Why similar: Cyberpunk 47.5%, Visual Novel 33.8%, Story Rich 10.5%, 2D 8.2%

  58. #58 Midnight Ramen
    65% matchVery Positive97% of 381 reviews2024
    Dev: Cointinue Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    In Midnight Ramen, you play as the owner of a late-night ramen stand and his apprentice. You interact with your customers, listen to their troubles, and help them out whenever you can. But as the bowls of ramen are cooked and served, troubles are beginning to brew in your own life as well...

    Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 35.5%, Visual Novel 24.8%, Immersive Sim 22.1%, Story Rich 11.7%, 2D 6%

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