- #1 Café Stella and the Reaper's Butterflies
97% 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 37.4%, Romance 20.6%, Anime 11.2%, Multiple Endings 10.1%, Cute 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: This is one of the closest modern matches thanks to its Yuzusoft style, supernatural-romance premise, and strong focus on charming heroine-driven routes.
- #2 Riddle Joker
96% 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: Dating Sim 28.8%, Visual Novel 27.6%, Romance 15.3%, Anime 10.9%, Cute 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: It shares Senren＊Banka's slick presentation, route-based romance structure, and balance of comedy, character chemistry, and supernatural intrigue.
- #3 Sabbat of the Witch
96% 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 39.8%, Dating Sim 17.7%, Anime 13.1%, NSFW 10.1%, Romance 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Another Yuzusoft romance VN with a similarly polished moege feel, cute heroine routes, and light supernatural elements woven into everyday romance.
- #4 Kinkoi: Golden Loveriche
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,101 reviews2021
Dev: Saga PlanetsPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 17.3 hrsMean: 191.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Kinkoi: Golden Loveriche is a Japanese-style visual novel produced by Saga Planets, a Japanese developer of romance VNs. The game won numerous awards in the year of its release in Japan for its art, music, characters, and story.
Why similar: Dating Sim 30.9%, Visual Novel 24.9%, Romance 11.7%, Anime 8.5%, NSFW 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A premium modern charage with gorgeous art, a colorful cast, and romance routes that appeal to the same audience as Senren＊Banka.
- #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 32.7%, Dating Sim 19.9%, Anime 14.7%, Romance 11%, NSFW 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: Its energetic heroine routes and polished romantic storytelling make it a great fit if you loved Senren＊Banka's character-first appeal.
- #6 DRACU-RIOT!
93% 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: Visual Novel 34%, Romance 20%, Anime 19.4%, Multiple Endings 9.9%, Story Rich 7%
Why You'll Like It: This Yuzusoft title offers the same glossy character writing and heroine-focused romance, just with vampires instead of shrine-town folklore.
- #7 Select Oblige
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 742 reviews2024
Dev: MadosoftPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 75.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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: Dating Sim 35.9%, Visual Novel 24.1%, Anime 11%, Romance 7.7%, Cute 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the same polished multi-heroine moege appeal with an emphasis on cute interactions, route satisfaction, and stylish presentation.
- #8 Hatsuyuki Sakura
92% matchVery Positive95% of 878 reviews2024
Dev: SAGA PLANETSPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 13.1 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
"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: Dating Sim 31.1%, Visual Novel 27.5%, Anime 11.9%, Romance 8%, Casual 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: This route-based romance VN also blends everyday romance with supernatural themes, though it leans a bit more dramatic overall.
- #9 GINKA
91% matchVery Positive91% of 2,764 reviews2023
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 41.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
"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 30.7%, Dating Sim 20.3%, Anime 14.6%, Romance 12.8%, Cute 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: It shares a polished romance-VN structure and a gentle supernatural atmosphere that should click with Senren＊Banka fans.
- #10 Making*Lovers
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 652 reviews2020
Dev: SmeePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 38.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Making*Lovers A story about the way love can bloom after dating begins. The focus in Making*Lovers is on the things that come after a relationship's beginning. With "start dating, then fall in love" as the concept, you will work towards the moment when love truly blooms.
Why similar: Dating Sim 33.6%, Visual Novel 31.5%, Anime 13.5%, Romance 12.5%, Casual 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses heavily on romantic chemistry and heroine routes, giving a similar relaxed and rewarding dating-sim VN feel.
- #11 Koi x Shin Ai Kanojo
90% matchVery Positive90% of 1,724 reviews2023
Dev: Us:trackPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 11.5 hrsMean: 58.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
《想要传达给你的爱恋》是日本美少女游戏知名大厂AMUSE CRAFT旗下品牌Us:track制作的恋爱题材大作。人气原画师君岛青、仓泽磨子与白玉联袂为本作担当原画与角色设计，由知名话题剧本家新岛夕领衔编写剧本，并由业内资深音乐人水月陵制作音乐。本作各女主角也均由业内知名声优出演。
Why similar: Dating Sim 36.8%, Visual Novel 27.1%, Anime 13%, Casual 5.4%, Cute 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: It delivers a similarly intimate multi-route romance experience, though with a slightly more emotional and dramatic edge.
- #12 ATRI -My Dear Moments-
89% 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 30.1%, Dating Sim 22.4%, Romance 12.2%, Anime 12.2%, Cute 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Though more linear and dramatic, it shares Senren＊Banka's strong character appeal, romance focus, and polished visual novel presentation.
- #13 Fureraba ~Friend to Lover~
89% matchVery Positive98% of 387 reviews2018
Dev: SmeePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 16.7 hrsMean: 66.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Springtime. The season of the cherry blossoms, and a time of new beginnings, new encounters, and new people. For Aoba Kyousuke, this new season marks the start of his second year in high school, and also the year he resolved himself to finally fulfill his long-cherished dream: finding a girlfriend.
Why similar: Dating Sim 25.2%, Visual Novel 24.4%, NSFW 14.2%, Anime 11.6%, Romance 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: This is an excellent pick for Senren＊Banka fans who want more lighthearted banter, route-based romance, and strong heroine personalities.
- #14 Sugar * Style
88% 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 44.6%, Romance 17.7%, Anime 13%, Cute 10.5%, Casual 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: Its warm slice-of-life pacing and playful romantic cast mirror the cozy, easygoing side of Senren＊Banka.
- #15 Summer Pockets
87% 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 36.9%, Dating Sim 19.5%, Anime 13.1%, Romance 8.3%, Great Soundtrack 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: Its stronger emotional focus makes it less directly similar, but the heroine-route structure and atmospheric charm still overlap nicely.
- #16 Maitetsu:Pure Station
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,618 reviews2018
Dev: LosePub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 133.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
美少女游戏品牌Lose在2016年推出的《爱上火车》获得萌系游戏大赏2016的准大奖和剧本奖金奖。另外在Getchu举办的“美少女游戏大赏2016”中获得综合部门第2名、剧本部门第4名、系统部门第2名、绘图部门第6名、音乐部门第8名、影片部门第7名、角色部门（八六）第3名。
Why similar: NSFW 29.2%, Visual Novel 23.2%, Dating Sim 18.8%, Anime 14.6%, First-Person 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: Another high-production moege with multiple heroine routes and strong character focus, even if its niche setting is more specialized.
- #17 Amairo Chocolate
86% 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 33%, Anime 19.4%, Romance 17.4%, Cute 12.2%, Multiple Endings 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: This is a cute, comfort-food moege recommendation for anyone who mainly wants more charming heroines and low-stress romance routes.
- #18 Sankaku Renai: Love Triangle Trouble
84% matchVery Positive94% of 256 reviews2019
Dev: ASa ProjectPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Meet Sousuke. He's just your average student, living in a rural town. Ever since his father remarried when he was young, he's been living together with his little sister Nanaru. Together with his childhood friend Maho and their other friends, they have fun geeking out in the Otaku Club.
Why similar: Visual Novel 43.1%, Dating Sim 22.7%, Anime 22%, Romance 5.7%, Casual 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: This is a great fit if your favorite part of Senren＊Banka was the comedy, cast chemistry, and heroine-driven romance.
- #19 Princess Evangile All Ages Version
85% matchVery Positive90% of 234 reviews2015
Dev: MOONSTONEPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 65.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
This romantic visual novel has you joining a financially struggling all-girls' private school as one student's example case for gender integration. The two of you try to prove that going co-ed could save the school, while the story explores themes of traditions, change, family, and relationships.
Why similar: Dating Sim 24.3%, Visual Novel 20.2%, Romance 15.1%, Anime 13%, Multiple Endings 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A classic school romance VN with strong heroine routes and the same kind of earnest, feel-good romantic progression.
- #20 IxSHE Tell
84% matchVery Positive92% of 141 reviews2020
Dev: HooksoftPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
At long last - we, the student council, have won you your freedom to love! The moment I declare these words, my classmates come surging forward, surrounding me in a circle of cheers that echo across the entire campus.
Why similar: Dating Sim 34.4%, Visual Novel 29.5%, Anime 12.9%, Romance 7.6%, Casual 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a bright, flirtatious multi-heroine setup with lots of banter and dating-focused appeal for moege fans.
- #21 If My Heart Had Wings
83% 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: Dating Sim 30.1%, Visual Novel 21.9%, Romance 14.3%, Anime 11.8%, Cute 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: It has the same polished anime VN feel and route-based romantic payoff, just with a more grounded aspirational setting.
- #22 ISLAND
82% 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 30.8%, Anime 17%, Dating Sim 16.3%, Romance 8.5%, Cute 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: It keeps the mix of romance, mystery, and atmosphere, though it is more plot-driven and melancholic than Senren＊Banka.
- #23 PARQUET
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,374 reviews2021
Dev: YUZUSOFTSOURPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 91.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 34.3%, Romance 18.9%, Anime 17.8%, Cute 7.5%, Multiple Endings 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A shorter but stylish romance VN with excellent production values and character-centered storytelling that should appeal to Yuzusoft fans.
- #24 WAGAMAMA HIGH SPEC
82% matchVery Positive91% of 418 reviews2017
Dev: madosoftPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 210.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Narumi Kouki, our hapless protagonist, writes a risque romcom for a weekly manga magazine. Due to its content, he's kept it a secret from everyone except the two closest to him: Mihiro and Toa.
Why similar: Visual Novel 47.1%, Anime 21%, Dating Sim 10.9%, Cute 5%, Casual 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: Its fast-paced humor, attractive cast, and straightforward route-based romance make it a strong lighter alternative.
- #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 51.8%, Anime 21.9%, Cute 8.8%, Multiple Endings 7.2%, Story Rich 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: Its modern anime presentation, supernatural setup, and heroine-centered storytelling make it a reasonable pick for Senren＊Banka players wanting more mystery.
- #26 魔女的夜宴
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 10,953 reviews2023
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 17.4 hrsMean: 118.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
《魔女的夜宴》是日本超人气美少女游戏品牌YUZUSOFT（柚子社）的经典名作。女主角绫地宁宁由当红声优桐谷华配音，是该社历代作品中最具代表性的女主角之一。国际中文版拥有超越原版的1920X1080的高清画质。本作也曾在美少女游戏大赏和萌系游戏大赏中斩获众多奖项。
Why similar: Dating Sim 35.4%, Visual Novel 24%, NSFW 21.8%, Anime 6.7%, Multiple Endings 5.4%
- #27 Maitetsu:Last Run!!
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,951 reviews2020
Dev: LosePub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 111.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
《爱上火车-Last Run!!-》是日本美少女游戏知名品牌Lose所制作的E-mote视觉小说。本作为本篇故事的二次强化版与各路线后日谈及续集的合集，拥有相当于两部作品的内容，字数高达200万字。本作由Cura担当原画与人物设计，进行豹负责剧本，并由tO(と)主导演出效果。中日文版同步在日本与海外进行发售。
Why similar: Visual Novel 34%, Anime 16.5%, NSFW 15.4%, Dating Sim 13.7%, Cute 8.9%
- #28 HaremKingdom
80% matchVery Positive85% of 98 reviews2021
Dev: SmeePub: Shiravune
Windows
HaremKingdom is a pure-love comedy in another world! Amidst magical hijinks and five adoring brides, what kind of harem will you choose to build?
Why similar: Dating Sim 26.4%, Visual Novel 22.6%, Romance 15.5%, Anime 13%, Cute 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A playful fantasy romance VN with multiple heroine routes and a similarly colorful, accessible charage structure.
- #29 Tricolour Lovestory
79% matchVery Positive81% of 28,032 reviews2017
Dev: HL-GalgamePub: SakuraGame
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 48.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Time flies and never comes back. But with an incredible 1-million-word script and 100+ original CGs, this game will take you back to when you were young, simple and pure. Go and get the love of your life back, start something new, or end everything in flame, that's for you to decide!
Why similar: Dating Sim 33.5%, Visual Novel 28.7%, NSFW 16.3%, Anime 9.4%, Romance 4.8%
- #30 CLANNAD
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 10,460 reviews2015
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 105.4 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 32.6%, Dating Sim 16.5%, Anime 15.1%, Romance 13.3%, Multiple Endings 5.5%
- #31 STEINS;GATE
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 25,378 reviews2016
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 66.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Developed by 5pb. and Nitroplus, STEINS;GATE was awarded Famitsu magazine's coveted annual Game of Excellence award and was voted one of the most emotionally charged “tear-inducing games” ever made, in a Famitsu poll. It is a gripping and moving Visual Novel, which has already spawned manga and anime adaptations.
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.7%, Anime 17.8%, Multiple Endings 8.6%, Story Rich 7.3%, Romance 6.8%
- #32 LoveChoice
76% matchVery Positive92% of 35,756 reviews2021
Dev: Akaba Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
"What is love?" We try to answer that with this game. The game encourages people to have a warm, soft, and understanding heart.
Why similar: Dating Sim 34.3%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Romance 17.2%, Multiple Endings 7.3%, Cute 5.1%
- #33 NUKITASHI
75% 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 33.5%, Anime 17.3%, Romance 16%, Cute 8.6%, Multiple Endings 8.3%
- #34 DATE A LIVE: Rio Reincarnation
77% matchVery Positive95% of 3,724 reviews2019
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 138.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Show the Spirits the power of love and save the world in this romantic visual novel!
Why similar: Dating Sim 36.2%, Visual Novel 26.2%, Anime 18.8%, Romance 11.9%, Cute 3.3%
- #35 Love, Elections, and Chocolate
74% matchVery Positive91% of 499 reviews2025
Dev: spritePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 57.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Love, Elections, and Chocolate is a romantic visual novel developed by the Japanese game studio Sprite. Upon its release in Japan, it garnered numerous awards for its exceptional art, captivating music, and well-crafted characters.
Why similar: Visual Novel 37.4%, Romance 22.8%, Multiple Endings 8.3%, Anime 7.1%, Story Rich 7.1%
- #36 eden*
76% 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 42.2%, Anime 24.6%, Romance 12.8%, Story Rich 4.8%, Cute 4.7%
- #37 9-nine-:NewEpisode
75% matchVery Positive94% of 713 reviews2022
Dev: PALETTEPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 184.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Enjoy short after stories for the heroines of the 9-nine- series in 9-nine-:NewEpisode!
Why similar: Dating Sim 35.9%, Visual Novel 28.9%, Anime 12.4%, Romance 8.6%, Casual 5.5%
- #38 Amairo Chocolate 2
73% matchVery Positive99% of 336 reviews2023
Dev: Cabbage SoftPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 124.3 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Yunagicho, a town lined with Western-style homes. The previous autumn was when Yuzuki came to this town and met the animal eared girls and started working with them at Cafe Setaria.
Why similar: Dating Sim 32.2%, Visual Novel 23.9%, Romance 13.4%, Anime 9.3%, Multiple Endings 7.7%
- #39 月に寄りそう乙女の作法
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,322 reviews2022
Dev: NavelPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 12.1 hrsMean: 100.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
『月に寄りそう乙女の作法』は有名な美少女ゲームブランド「Navel」が創設10周年を記念に制作した女装もの作品です。発売してから長い時間を立っても高い人気を保ち、続編や外伝作品『乙女理論とその周辺』などの派生作品も続々とリリースし、過去十年間業界に大きく影響を与えるシリーズ作品の一つです。
Why similar: Visual Novel 51%, Anime 17.3%, Story Rich 9%, Cute 7.5%, Casual 5.4%
- #40 YAKIMOCHI STREAM
74% matchVery Positive91% of 309 reviews2022
Dev: まどそふとPub: mirai works
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 49.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
『ヤキモチストリーム』は、まどそふとより発売された学園コメディーアドベンチャーゲームです。本作はまどそふとの2作目にあたる作品で、とても人気が高く、発売当初日本萌えゲーアワード2014にて金賞・プロモーション賞を受賞しました。
Why similar: Dating Sim 30.5%, Visual Novel 22.3%, Anime 11.9%, NSFW 7.7%, Cute 6.4%
- #41 Fox Hime Zero
73% 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 42.1%, Anime 23%, Romance 11.7%, Dating Sim 8.3%, Cute 8%
- #42 DATE A LIVE: Ren Dystopia
71% matchVery Positive96% of 394 reviews2024
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 43.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Play as Shido and unravel the secrets of the mysterious spirit Ren in the visual novel follow-up to DATE A LIVE: Rio Reincarnation, based on the acclaimed light novel and anime series.
Why similar: Dating Sim 33.4%, Visual Novel 24.2%, Romance 14.9%, Anime 13.6%, Cute 7.2%
- #43 The Hungry Lamb: Traveling in the Late Ming Dynasty
70% matchVery Positive95% of 57,826 reviews2024
Dev: 零创游戏(ZerocreationGame)
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 24.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
He is a bandit who sells lives. She is a mute girl seeking revenge. In a famine-ravaged ancient China, a ruthless trafficker escorts four girls to a demon's feast. But when a deadly secret is revealed, a cold transaction turns into a journey of redemption. A dark visual novel about an unlikely bond.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.6%, Dating Sim 26.1%, Anime 10.1%, Multiple Endings 9.5%, Romance 9.5%
- #44 星空列车与白的旅行
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 6,130 reviews2021
Dev: しらたまこPub: inc.ZOFE
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 108.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The train you took, piercing the night sky and galloping under the stars, was refreshing-it was really a great value trip. In the solo journey under the refreshing night breeze, I met casual passengers and the loving and loving flight attendants.
Why similar: Visual Novel 58.8%, Anime 20.5%, Cute 14.9%, Adventure 4.7%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #45 YOU and ME and HER: A Love Story
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 6,464 reviews2020
Dev: NitroplusPub: JAST
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 128.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
YOU and ME and HER: A Love Story is the visual novel medium in its purest form. Will Shinichi choose Miyuki, the beautiful queen bee of the school, or the endearingly awkward misfit Aoi? With art by Tsuji Santa, these beautifully rendered romances will stay with you forever.
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.2%, Dating Sim 14.4%, Romance 14.4%, Anime 13.7%, Multiple Endings 5.4%
- #46 突然＊恋人
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 880 reviews2024
Dev: SMEEPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 29.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
《突然＊恋人》 全高清合集版收录了本系列本篇与两部后日谈内容。本系列是由日本知名美少女游戏品牌SMEE为纪念品牌成立十周年所制作的恋爱AVG作品。本作拥有特色的恋爱模拟系统，整体基调也保持了SMEE旗下作品一贯的高甜度。
Why similar: Dating Sim 32.1%, Visual Novel 20.3%, Anime 9.8%, Multiple Endings 8.5%, Romance 7.1%
- #47 Sickly Days and Summer Traces
68% matchVery Positive95% of 1,890 reviews2025
Dev: Sister PositionPub: HIKARI SPARK
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 23.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A devoted brother and his fragile sister share a quiet, dreamlike summer. As her gentle companion, speak with her, care for her, and gather the fleeting, precious fragments of a love that blooms softly in the stillness of everyday life.
Why similar: NSFW 33.5%, Visual Novel 25.6%, Anime 15.4%, Dating Sim 10.4%, Cute 7.6%
- #48 STEINS;GATE: My Darling's Embrace
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,772 reviews2019
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Fall in love with the lab members all over again in this sweet and slapstick romantic comedy!
Why similar: Visual Novel 45.1%, Dating Sim 23.5%, Anime 15.6%, Romance 8.6%, Adventure 4.1%
- #49 Little Busters! English Edition
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,092 reviews2017
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 42.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 37.1%, Dating Sim 15.1%, Anime 14.2%, Romance 8.1%, Multiple Endings 5.5%
- #50 Living With Sister: Monochrome Fantasy
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,633 reviews2024
Dev: InusukuPub: Kagura Games
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 34.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
When your father goes off on an adventure, it's up to you to keep the lights on and take care of your sister.
Why similar: NSFW 48.8%, Dating Sim 18.5%, Anime 11.6%, Cute 10.3%, Visual Novel 9.8%
- #51 Vampires' Melody
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,697 reviews2020
Dev: AsicxArtPub: SakuraGame
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 34.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
3 centuries have passed after sleeping for one night!? On a rainy night filled with thunderstorms, a young chef Raylan encountered a mysterious girl who resembled Sleeping Beauty in a huge tree hole, but everything suddenly went black before he could find out what happened...
Why similar: Dating Sim 32.1%, Visual Novel 26.2%, Anime 12.6%, Multiple Endings 8.8%, Romance 7.9%
- #52 Clover Day's Plus
68% 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: Dating Sim 28.8%, Visual Novel 21.5%, Romance 13.8%, Anime 10.2%, Multiple Endings 8.2%
- #53 Re: LieF ~ Shin'ainaru Anata e~
70% matchVery Positive93% of 913 reviews2021
Dev: RASKPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 10.7 hrsMean: 65.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
"Re: LieF ~ Shin'ainaru Anata e~" is produced by Japanese visual novel brand Rask. First launched in 2016, it was praised as a "Dark Horse of the year" by visual novel users. It also won the Golden Award for the screenplay of Moe Game Award.
Why similar: Visual Novel 43.4%, Anime 25.6%, Casual 9.7%, Story Rich 7%, Adventure 6.7%
- #54 Yog-Sothoth’s Yard
66% matchVery Positive94% of 13,259 reviews2023
Dev: Bone Nail
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 27.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Manage a hotel and hire employees including Death, a dragon, a Demon-Slayer, and a bioroid maid. Build your wealth through various means and refine your strategies based on the predictions of Oracles. Your choices will determine which employees become enamored with you.
Why similar: Dating Sim 39%, Visual Novel 25.8%, Anime 12.8%, Cute 8.3%, Multiple Endings 7.8%
- #55 Magical Girl Witch Trials
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 29,650 reviews2025
Dev: AcaciaPub: Re,AER
Windows · Mac
Median: 15.8 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Thirteen girls awaken, only to find themselves in a prison. What awaits them: a Witch Trial. Help them prepare for the trial by exploring the prison in order to find the witch hidden amongst them. Find the witch, learn what kind of magic she holds, dispel the lies, and prepare for the execution.
Why similar: Visual Novel 55.9%, Cute 14%, Anime 13.7%, Multiple Endings 7.5%, Story Rich 6.6%
- #56 NEKOPARA Vol. 1
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 27,205 reviews2014
Dev: NEKO WORKsPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 159.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
What's NEKOPARA? Why, it's a cat paradise! Kashou Minaduki, the son of a long line of Japanese confection makers moved out to open his own shop "La Soleil" as a patisserie.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27%, Anime 22.4%, Dating Sim 20.4%, NSFW 11.8%, Cute 6.9%
- #57 OneRoom ―Yui Hanasaka Memorial―
65% matchVery Positive92% of 410 reviews2025
Dev: 株式会社さかさうま工房Pub: Laplacian
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 18.5 hrs≥1hr: 16%
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: Dating Sim 29.7%, Visual Novel 27.6%, Anime 20.4%, Cute 9.8%, Casual 4.9%
- #58 Muv-Luv
68% matchVery Positive94% of 1,935 reviews2018
Dev: aNCHOR Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 33%, Romance 20.1%, Anime 18.7%, Cute 8.2%, Story Rich 6.4%
- #59 NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD
65% matchVery Positive95% of 53,234 reviews2022
Dev: WSS playground
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD is a “multi-ending ADV” depicting daily life with “OMGkawaiiAngel”, a young girl with a rather extreme need for approval attempting to become the #1 “Internet Angel” (streamer).
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.4%, Anime 26.3%, Multiple Endings 13%, Cute 11.5%, Story Rich 4.6%
- #60 Fate/stay night REMASTERED
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,307 reviews2024
Dev: TYPE-MOONPub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 47.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Seek the root of the Fate franchise. Return to where it all began.
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.7%, Anime 19.4%, Multiple Endings 11.5%, Romance 8.8%, Story Rich 6.6%
