Games Like RUVN Contest Reboot

A tiny, fan-made visual novel featuring Pavolia Reine. Experience a working week filled with unexpected encounters and humor behind the peafowl persona.

Why similar: Visual Novel 27.4%, Dark Humor 22.6%, Comedy 19.9%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Adventure 10.2%

An interactive story about a painfully introverted college student who must find a way to make some oatmeal in the communal kitchen of her dorm. One simple task, can you help her complete it?

Why similar: Visual Novel 35.5%, Female Protagonist 35.3%, Casual 14.4%, Comedy 10.7%, Singleplayer 4.1%

Grendel Jinx, the megalomaniacal kleptomaniac has returned to Chichester, England for a secret mission. Can the protagonist stop her?

Why similar: Visual Novel 29.4%, Dark Humor 21.9%, Comedy 12.8%, Casual 12.4%, Female Protagonist 11%

Fleeting kinematic novel about tea party. How does it ends with appearance of the cursed castle? Hidden gem from russian visual novels is here to enrich your cultural statement.

Why similar: Dark Humor 30.6%, Visual Novel 21.4%, Female Protagonist 18.7%, Casual 18.4%, Adventure 6.7%

Marco, an orphan with missing memories, and Arco, a dragon who rules the galaxy, were hunting for treasure in space! On one of their adventures, Marco was given a clue to the whereabouts of her mother. Their next stop, her birthplace - Earth!

Why similar: Visual Novel 40.9%, Female Protagonist 24%, Comedy 11.7%, Adventure 7.4%, Casual 6.9%

FEAST is an experimental visual novel with our own unique design. Travel through the original fantasy world and learn its secrets together with the characters.

Why similar: Dark Humor 39.5%, Visual Novel 35.9%, Adventure 12.6%, Casual 12%

The REJECTION SIM returns! Explore a slice of chaotic life in late 2000's American high school as you assume the role of Nicole once again. A 100% fully voiced VN presenting as the most culturally accurate period piece in the history of gaming.

Why similar: Dark Humor 33.8%, Visual Novel 22.1%, Female Protagonist 20.3%, Comedy 17.9%, Casual 5.9%

Embark on a music-driven adventure across dimensions in this choice-based death metal visual novel. Lead your band between the human and demon realms, experience romance, and make destiny-altering decisions. Stunning graphics and an death metal soundtrack will amplify your thrilling journey.

Why similar: Dark Humor 36.7%, Visual Novel 32%, Adventure 14%, Casual 13.8%, Singleplayer 3.5%

The girls awaken in a mysterious village cursed by flowers. Every night at 8 PM, one girl is chosen as a sacrifice to the Kamibana—and hanged. Unravel the village’s tangled mysteries and sever the ritual’s endless cycle. A magical girl × folk-horror suspense visual novel from Acacia.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 36.1%, Visual Novel 35.8%, Adventure 12.8%, Violent 11.5%, Singleplayer 3.9%

Visiting a relative's house—it is a grand adventure. Presented by Satoru Gobunme, a creator with over 500,000 YouTube subscribers! Control the tragic heroine "Yoshiko Obune," overcome attacking strangers, traps, and exploding pandas to safely reach your relative's house!

Why similar: Dark Humor 42.4%, Comedy 21.2%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, Adventure 9.1%, Violent 8.5%

The Falconers: Moonlight is a supernatural thriller visual novel set in the 19th Century West Coast of New Zealand. Falconer, Cassandra Winter, is on her first solo mission. Can she save the people of Moonlight from their plight? Or will she disappear into the mist like so many others before her?

Why similar: Female Protagonist 38.6%, Visual Novel 36.4%, Adventure 12.7%, Casual 12.3%

Set in Hoshino City, a modern metropolis, you play as a runaway girl rescued by a reliable senpai, leading to an unexpected life together. A light yuri visual novel with branching choices that shape the relationship and lead to multiple endings. ~60–80k words, 2–3 hours playtime.

Why similar: Visual Novel 39.5%, Female Protagonist 31.2%, Casual 17.7%, Adventure 6.2%, Singleplayer 5.4%

HIGH ON KNIFE DLC OUT NOW!! - Humanity is being threatened by an alien cartel who wants to use them as drugs. It’s up to you to rescue and partner with charismatic, talking guns, take down Garmantuous and his gang, and save the world!

Why similar: Dark Humor 36.7%, Comedy 24.5%, FPS 16.9%, Violent 9.7%, Adventure 6.8%

Embers of Magic is a short, adventure visual novel that tells the story of Liana the witch. She takes an airship down to the surface of the dangerous and corrupt earth beneath her flying city home.

Why similar: Visual Novel 48.9%, Female Protagonist 22.2%, Casual 15.7%, Adventure 13.2%

Lily's Day Off is a visual novel, but not in the typical sense. As you progress in this game, your actions drastically change characters, story lines, and outcomes.

Why similar: Dark Humor 45.6%, Comedy 26.1%, Visual Novel 18.9%, Adventure 9.4%

Play as a bird in a small city called Tracadie.

Why similar: Dark Humor 44.8%, Visual Novel 30.4%, Comedy 22.3%, Singleplayer 2.5%

Ashley's Adventure - Get a Job or Die Trying is an interactive visual novel based in a multiple-choice style of gameplay where you meet colourful characters and crazy events which you must resolve with the power of being a NEET.

Why similar: Dark Humor 36.1%, Visual Novel 23.4%, Comedy 16.3%, Adventure 8.4%, Casual 7.9%

"For those of you who don't have a single novel you want to read." A novel game from "those days" that nobody knows about, presented with full CG (800 images generated by KlingAI) + ambient(300 materials).

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.1%, Female Protagonist 21.1%, Adventure 21%, Casual 19.7%, Singleplayer 4%

The Ducksuckers is a Kinetic Comedy Visual Novel about music, battling inner demons and the inability to let go. Taking about 40-60 minutes to read it's a short and sweet read, with some dramatic elements.

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.1%, Dark Humor 32.7%, Comedy 16.9%, Casual 13.2%, Singleplayer 3.2%

A tale of women's passion, laughter, and tears. Yin Di lives on a continent called "Jiuzhou"，as a youth, Yin Ti enters the martial arts sect "Tianjianzong" to study and cultivate. Through communal life, she learns to challenge fate into submission, persisting on her journey of self-discovery.

Why similar: Visual Novel 38.4%, Female Protagonist 36.1%, Comedy 21.7%, Singleplayer 3.8%

Trapped in a small room, four friends must uncover the mystery hidden within its walls while confronting the secrets of an elusive truth. Answers are just a button away. A psychological thriller visual novel packed with dark humor and fascinating facts about raccoons.

Why similar: Dark Humor 42%, Visual Novel 28%, Comedy 14.1%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Adventure 5.8%

It is the end of summer. Han Hui, a university student, meets a mysterious young girl named He Jia in the mountains. After this chance meeting, the two embark on a delightful journey.

Why similar: Visual Novel 55.3%, Female Protagonist 29.6%, Casual 7.4%, Adventure 5.5%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Take on the role of Asumi, a new warrior for the people of Edo. As Asumi you must root out a rebel from within a prestigious samurai academy. Now the assassin must walk in the light for all to see.

Why similar: Visual Novel 40.8%, Female Protagonist 34.5%, Violent 13.1%, Adventure 9.3%, Singleplayer 2.3%

Jennifer's adventures continue in Season 2. You will remain at the helm of her life and you will be able to set her on a good path or definitely lead her into a world of unparalleled corruption...

Why similar: Dark Humor 26.9%, Female Protagonist 25.7%, Visual Novel 23.3%, Comedy 15%, Adventure 7.1%

You are the protagonist! You take on the role of the protagonist and experience romancing with adorable maids!

Why similar: Visual Novel 59.3%, Casual 20.7%, Adventure 20%

“—I am a genius. That is how I have defined myself.” Nosferatu no Otome-tachi is a visual novel set on a rooftop at night. A brilliant girl and a drowsy girl—two complete opposites—find themselves connected by the Nosferatu disease, and through it, they begin to build a genuine friendship.

Why similar: Visual Novel 40.8%, Female Protagonist 30.9%, Casual 23.2%, Singleplayer 5.1%

Gloria Horn, a middle-aged woman who never left the town where she was born and grew up, due to a sudden hearing loss, is forced to go to an operation in New York - America's largest megalopolis.

Why similar: Visual Novel 35.6%, Casual 21.8%, Violent 21.6%, Adventure 21%

Having trouble adjusting to the protagonist's new location, Grendel Jinx - the protagonist's nemesis - takes drastic action to bring the situation back under control. In addition to that, an over-eager tourist guide wants the protagonist to explore all the local sights

Why similar: Visual Novel 30%, Comedy 21.3%, Violent 17.8%, Casual 10.1%, Adventure 9.2%

The story of two people who have dedicated their lives to law enforcement. One, a former police officer, instructs less experienced comrades and makes a feasible contribution to the fight against crime, although he doesn't always keep up with the law.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.9%, Adventure 26.7%, Casual 26.4%

魔法の薬とそれにまつわる人々、そして『魔女』が織り成す50の物語。

Why similar: Visual Novel 37.6%, Female Protagonist 22.7%, Comedy 17.4%, Adventure 16.1%, Singleplayer 6.2%

A sudden zombie outbreak has swept the city. You barely make it to a shelter, only to discover that five Host Dancing Zombies are hiding among the survivors, disguised as humans. Want to find them and take them down? Then, DANCE!

Why similar: Dark Humor 29%, Visual Novel 23%, Female Protagonist 21.1%, Comedy 16.6%, Adventure 8.3%

After a cat show competition, three contestants, Claudette, Aberdeen, and Illia, head back to their hotel rooms to decompress and unwind. The next day, Claudette's body is found floating in the hotel's pool. Did Claudette take her own life, or was she murdered by cutthroat competition?

Why similar: Dark Humor 26.4%, Visual Novel 21%, Female Protagonist 20.9%, Comedy 17.7%, Minimalist 7.8%

Mint and her friends return in NEKO-MIMI SWEET HOUSEMATES 2! In order to save her family, a girl will defy fate itself and become the personification of miracles...

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.4%, Comedy 27.3%, Casual 13.8%, Adventure 13.6%, Singleplayer 3.9%

Afflicted by a crazy curse that causes strange phenomena including being attacked by women, you must avoid being confessed to in order to survive! From the creators of “Raging Loop” comes a wild ride of a visual novel, full of romance, comedy, and explosions!

Why similar: Visual Novel 37.6%, Comedy 27.8%, Violent 14.6%, Adventure 14.5%, Singleplayer 5.5%

CYBERFARM allows you to experience the authentic life of a Russian village in the year 2124. Dive into both the bright and dark facets of the Russian soul!

Why similar: Dark Humor 40.1%, Comedy 25.3%, FPS 18.7%, Adventure 10%, Singleplayer 5.9%

A visual novel short story inspired by the gorgeous pixel art of PC-98 games and a melodramatic story full of betrayal and crescendo.

Why similar: Visual Novel 25.8%, Casual 25.4%, Adventure 24.6%, Female Protagonist 24.2%

This side story to "The Fruit of Grisaia" is a character-driven visual novel featuring some of the same characters. This time, it's Michiru who takes the lead role in this slapstick comedy. A laugh-out-loud side story detailing the Mihama girls' school hijinks.

Why similar: Visual Novel 32.7%, Female Protagonist 19.3%, Comedy 18.5%, Casual 10.1%, Adventure 8%

Surreal horror themed visual novel, with lots of branching paths, blood, tears and twisted pitch-black humour. You're playing as Ashia, who's forced to marry her slimy uncle, suffering from surreal nightmares at night. Then she meets Novalie. And then things gets REALLY strange.

Why similar: Dark Humor 36.5%, Visual Novel 30.4%, Female Protagonist 15%, Violent 8.9%, Adventure 7.3%

A B-horror mystery comedy adventure game. Having a crush on your bestie is hard enough without serial killers in the way! Lily's vacay plan to romance her crush Sally goes wrong when killers keep cropping up and ruining the mood. And that means war. "How dare you come between Sally and me!"

Why similar: Dark Humor 34.8%, Female Protagonist 23.5%, Visual Novel 19.9%, Violent 8.2%, Casual 5.5%

A prequel to Muv-Luv Alternative Total Eclipse which follows Takamura Yui and her friends during their time as surface pilot cadets.

Why similar: Visual Novel 31.9%, Female Protagonist 18.4%, Adventure 17.8%, Casual 16.6%, Violent 11.9%

"Grisaia: Phantom Trigger" is a visual novel, specifically a kinetic novel (without branching routes). Returning character artist Akio Watanabe and writer Ryuta Fujisaki bring you the latest installment in the acclaimed Grisaia series.

Why similar: Visual Novel 33.4%, Female Protagonist 21.1%, Violent 19.7%, Casual 10.7%, Adventure 10%

The award-winning debut adventure game from the creators of Deponia and The Whispered World now on Steam. Accompany young Edna and her talking stuffed bunny Harvey on a whacky attempt to escape from her padded cell. Experience a bizarre journey all across the insane asylum and far beyond its brick walls.

Why similar: Dark Humor 35%, Comedy 25.6%, Female Protagonist 20.5%, Adventure 14.1%, Singleplayer 4.7%

A short fantasy VN in the world of Mancer, a short story of comedy, action and adventure. Follow Alexis, a nerdy magic nerd enrolling into the magical academy at the Tower, facing not only the dangers of being a Mancer, but also unexpected new relationships?!

Why similar: Visual Novel 33.8%, Female Protagonist 30.7%, Comedy 14.5%, Casual 11.6%, Adventure 9.4%

This visual novel about an ordinary man with his typical problems. Suddenly, you got a report that your distant cousin died in a car crash. Fortunately, her daughter wasn't with her. You take the girl under your wing. But soon, something starts to go wrong...

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.3%, Violent 29%, Casual 13.9%, Adventure 10.8%

The Cadillac of video games. Detectivez is a comedy visual novel video game.

Why similar: Comedy 35.9%, Visual Novel 34%, Adventure 14.4%, Casual 9%, Singleplayer 6.6%

The Blue Hawaii Aniki’s legend begins. The debut of the late-night variety show-style novel game is here! Experience the puzzling and hilarious developments of the cast and their eccentric characters. The next installment is scheduled for release in November 2025!

Why similar: Visual Novel 42%, Comedy 29.1%, Adventure 23.9%, Singleplayer 5%

An unplanned shotgun wedding! This isn’t the first time Yaya has made a mess of things and expected her mother to clean up... “When you truly love someone, you plan ahead—marriage is supposed to come before all that other stuff! Now I guess it’s up to me to test if he’s really husband material...”

Why similar: Visual Novel 44.8%, Comedy 34.3%, Adventure 16.4%, Singleplayer 4.5%

"Blue Hawaii Aniki's Soft Ore Demand" is a B-grade late-night variety show starring "Blue Hawaii Aniki's Soft Ore Demand," a show where "self-proclaimed film director" Blue Hawaii Aniki makes a little extra cash.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42%, Comedy 29.1%, Adventure 23.9%, Singleplayer 5%

A short kinetic visual novel, independently written by Redewaan Duckett, giving an alternative take on the Welcome To... Chichester series

Why similar: Visual Novel 52.4%, Adventure 16.6%, Casual 16.4%, Comedy 12%, Singleplayer 2.6%

Hindsight is a Visual Novel with themes of romance and horror, in which the player takes control of three key individuals at different points in time, and must help them to survive their trials in order to truly understand their stories.

Why similar: Visual Novel 33.2%, Dark Humor 29.1%, Female Protagonist 25.6%, Casual 9.9%, Singleplayer 2.2%

An otome game that isn't quite otome — or simply, a visual novel. About dreams, writing, and death. Please be sure to read the content guide and notes.

Why similar: Visual Novel 71.1%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Casual 8.4%, Adventure 8.1%

Michiru's quest to save the world by sealing the Chaos that threatens it is progressing flawlessly... except for the fact that her fellow Magical Girl and rival, Kazuki, is beating her at every turn!

Why similar: Visual Novel 32.2%, Female Protagonist 22.2%, Comedy 22%, Adventure 9.7%, Casual 9.3%

Yamasen-Chan is a hikikomori who lives in isolation and never leaves her home. Will you help her make a comfy home in this hikikomori themed visual novel designing game?

Why similar: Dark Humor 46.6%, Female Protagonist 22.1%, Casual 18.7%, Visual Novel 10%, Singleplayer 2.6%

While taking a walk on a foggy beach, reclusive writer Cora encounters a young runaway. Curious, Cora offers her a place to stay... and a quiet, pensive story about overcoming the past unfolds.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 38%, Visual Novel 37%, Casual 25%

──わたしが思うに、人は誰しも“継ぎ接ぎ”を持っている。 短編青春ビジュアルノベル。

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.8%, Female Protagonist 36.9%, Adventure 16.8%, Singleplayer 4.5%