Games Like Shan Gui (山桂)

Autumn goes by, girls are still waiting till osmanthus blooming.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.5%, Female Protagonist 22.1%, Anime 19.4%, Casual 5.3%, Adventure 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct sequel to the seed game, continuing the same gentle, atmospheric storytelling and beautiful art style.

A yuri visual novel about Amber, a girl who's trying her best to be alone on the road, until she stumbles upon a young hitchhiker and the journal of a prospector from long ago. Fully voiced in English.

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.1%, Female Protagonist 17.4%, Anime 16.3%, LGBTQ+ 12.4%, Nudity 6%

Why You'll Like It: This road-trip-themed visual novel shares the indie spirit and focus on a developing LGBTQ relationship found in the seed game.

A Summer's End is a visual novel set in 1980s Hong Kong. It tells of a love story between two women. Lush and vibrant visuals, the game features over 400 unique hand-drawn artwork inspired by Asian cinema and 1980s anime.

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.1%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, LGBTQ+ 14.6%, Nudity 6.9%, Casual 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Like the seed game, this title features a strong sense of place and a deeply emotional, atmospheric narrative centered on a budding romance.

In this short, coming-of-age yuri visual novel, play as Marion LaRue and Audrey Clary as they explore the magical city of Castlecoast and get a second chance at love and friendship.

Why similar: Visual Novel 50.6%, Female Protagonist 21.8%, LGBTQ+ 14.5%, Anime 8%, Casual 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality, short, and focused yuri visual novel that captures the same intimate, character-driven feeling as Shan Gui.

A lesbian love story set in Victorian England, featuring maids, music, and finding love in unexpected places.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.3%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, LGBTQ+ 13.9%, Anime 12.8%, Nudity 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a beautifully illustrated, emotional, and character-focused LGBTQ story that matches the tone of the seed game.

Suoh Shirahane, a shy girl with a mysterious past, will begin her first year of high school at Saint Angraecum Academy, where she hopes to find a new beginning. She will navigate friendships and mysteries at her new school, and discovers that love can come in many forms.

Why similar: Visual Novel 43%, Female Protagonist 24.3%, Anime 12.3%, LGBTQ+ 12.1%, Nudity 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on atmospheric, slow-burn storytelling and delicate character relationships in a beautiful school setting.

Meet cheerful Kaori Sawai, fresh out of nursing school, as she joins Yurigahama Hospital. Surviving a near death experience as a child left her with a desire to become a nurse and "healing hands" that let her relieve pain in patients just by touching them.

Why similar: Visual Novel 40.8%, Female Protagonist 20.2%, Anime 16.3%, LGBTQ+ 12.4%, Nudity 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: This polished visual novel features a female protagonist and a compelling, emotional narrative that fits well with the themes of the seed game.

During lunch one day, Toomi Yuna meets two "Kindred Spirits" on the roof of her school. When they insist she help them nurture young love, Yuna finds herself playing "yuri cupid" to six unique and adorable couples. Can she remain aloof or will the promise of a "yuritopia" reach her too?

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.3%, Female Protagonist 21.7%, Anime 13.1%, LGBTQ+ 13.1%, Nudity 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic in the yuri visual novel genre that emphasizes meaningful, slow-paced character development.

A fantasy yuri visual novel filled with magic, fairies, and a ghost girl. When Maddie and her best friend, Tara, journey to a remote forest village to investigate rumors of the supernatural, they find a whole lot more than they bargained for.

Why similar: Visual Novel 40%, Female Protagonist 18.4%, Anime 16.2%, LGBTQ+ 13.1%, Nudity 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This title combines supernatural elements with a heartfelt, character-driven LGBTQ romance, mirroring the emotional core of the seed game.

SeaBed is a yuri-themed psychological mystery visual novel told through the perspectives of three separate characters: Sachiko, Takako and Narasaki.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.7%, Female Protagonist 21.3%, Anime 12%, LGBTQ+ 10.4%, Indie 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply atmospheric and introspective yuri visual novel that prioritizes emotional depth and artistic presentation.

Yumeutsutsu Re:Master is a girls-love adventure game set in a small game studio.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.9%, Female Protagonist 20.2%, Anime 14.2%, LGBTQ+ 13.6%, Nudity 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a professional, industry-focused narrative with strong LGBTQ themes and a female protagonist.

A brand new entry in the landmark yuri game series, "A Kiss For The Petals!" The story of how fan-favorite couple Risa and Miya first met is now available on the PC!

Why similar: Visual Novel 44.2%, Female Protagonist 24%, Anime 18.7%, LGBTQ+ 9.1%, Nudity 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential yuri visual novel that focuses on the development of a romantic relationship between two women.

Getting a girl-friend before National College Entrance Exam, I know it's crazy, but from today, we will face everything together.

Why similar: Visual Novel 72.1%, Anime 13.5%, Nudity 7.5%, Casual 3.1%, Indie 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: This Chinese-developed visual novel captures a slice-of-life atmosphere and local cultural nuances similar to the seed game.

This is the story, pure and sometimes frustrating, of two girls intertwined through their fumbling efforts to communicate. Learn a new language by playing the game!

Why similar: Visual Novel 44.7%, Female Protagonist 21.3%, Anime 16.6%, LGBTQ+ 12.1%, Indie 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, emotional visual novel that explores language and connection, sharing the gentle and thoughtful tone of Shan Gui.

The week you spend in Japan will certainly be memorable!!! Get a taste of the foreign travel offered by printed guidebooks. Enjoy a tour around Japan from the comfort of your own home!

Why similar: Visual Novel 61.6%, Anime 33.2%, Nudity 2.4%, Adventure 1.3%, Casual 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the travel-themed, casual, and adventure-oriented nature of the seed game's journey.

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: Visual Novel 59.4%, Anime 24.3%, Nudity 6.8%, Casual 5.8%, Adventure 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its beautiful, scenic art and emotional storytelling, this game captures the same sense of wonder found in the seed game.

A Wild Catgirl Appears is a short romance visual novel featuring multiple routes, different girls to date and of course, catgirls! You follow the story of Ami, a loner at high school, as she joins the school's coding club and sets about making her first video game.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.4%, Female Protagonist 23.7%, Anime 14.5%, LGBTQ+ 14.1%, Adventure 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted and charming visual novel that features a female protagonist and LGBTQ themes.

If there was a robot that could laugh, cry and smile. ...Does it have a soul?

Why similar: Visual Novel 70.9%, Anime 25%, Casual 1.3%, Indie 1.3%, Adventure 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: A short, highly emotional visual novel that focuses on a singular, impactful relationship, much like the experience in Shan Gui.

The new visual novel from the makers of Sakura Spirit and Sakura Angels. Sakura Fantasy Chapter 1 is an exciting visual novel fantasy adventure where you decide the development of the story by the choices you make. It is the tale of an aspiring female protagonist who wishes to aim to become a knight.

Why similar: Visual Novel 42.6%, Anime 22.2%, Female Protagonist 16%, Nudity 12.9%, Indie 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: While more trope-heavy, it provides a similar visual novel experience with a female protagonist and adventure elements.

A candy alchemist finds a candy golem in her basement workshop...

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.6%, Female Protagonist 21.9%, LGBTQ+ 13.3%, Anime 10.1%, Adventure 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A short, charming, and indie-developed visual novel with a unique art style and a focus on character interactions.

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 64.2%, Anime 26.7%, Indie 3.3%, Casual 3%, Adventure 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title shares the atmospheric, indie, and visually pleasing qualities that define the Shan Gui experience.

Take on the role of Aaki, a seemingly normal if somewhat self conscious young man, whose life is turned upside down after a casual stroll through the local park. Now he has to deal with two mischievous demi-gods who insist he must marry one of them.

Why similar: Visual Novel 50.9%, Anime 20.1%, Nudity 10.7%, Indie 7.4%, Casual 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, indie-developed visual novel that focuses on lighthearted adventure and character-driven storytelling.

This is a small, warm story that happened in the winter. Two people who met by chance, because of each other's existence, and then felt more past that had not been deliberately remembered - After telling the story, I finally ushered in the day when the first snow fell.

Why similar: Visual Novel 53.5%, Anime 20.6%, Casual 7.2%, Nudity 6.9%, Indie 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A short, casual, and indie-developed visual novel that maintains a quiet, intimate tone.

Embark with Heileen in a unforgettable voyage to the New World! Met with old friends, and make new ones. Find romance, avoid dangers and life your life to the fullest!

Why similar: Visual Novel 44.2%, Female Protagonist 19.2%, Anime 15.9%, LGBTQ+ 7.5%, Casual 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: An adventure-focused visual novel with a female protagonist that emphasizes exploration and character choices.

Lily's Night Off is a visual novel, but not in the typical sense; as you progress in this game, your actions drastically change character personalities, story lines, and lead to unexpected outcomes.

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Why You'll Like It: A short, experimental, and character-focused indie visual novel that offers a unique and intimate experience.

A metafictional yuri visual novel about a traveller who runs across two cute nuns in an abandoned church.

Why similar: Visual Novel 53.7%, Anime 20.2%, LGBTQ+ 11.7%, Casual 7.6%, Indie 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, short, and indie-developed visual novel that focuses on mood and narrative over complex mechanics.

One day, Ciarán starts receiving enigmatic emails from a mysterious sender, turning his everyday life into a mess of a romantic comedy with psychological themes mixed in. What lies beyond the mystery he's been presented with? In the words of Harry H.: "If you want to know the truth, go find it".

Why similar: Visual Novel 68%, Anime 24.7%, Casual 4.7%, Indie 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: This title provides a mystery-infused, emotional narrative that keeps the focus on character dynamics and personal growth.

"Love Ribbon" is a yuri (girl x girl) visual novel about forbidden love between two sisters.

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.3%, Female Protagonist 22.6%, Anime 13.5%, LGBTQ+ 10.5%, Nudity 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A short and sweet yuri visual novel that delivers a focused, romantic experience without unnecessary filler.

Despite determination and skill, Natalie Puccile, a Special Investigations and Tactics officer, has spent her career watching over a listening post in the middle of deep space. After the orders that she has always dreamed of arrive, she finds herself in charge of a small destroyer and tasked with discovering the fate of a missing...

Why similar: Visual Novel 56.3%, Anime 20.2%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Nudity 3.2%, Indie 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi visual novel featuring a female protagonist and a focus on team dynamics and romantic subplots.

Aozora Meikyuu is a short Romance Visual Novel with focus on a cute girl.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.3%, Anime 23%, Nudity 20.8%, Indie 4.2%, Adventure 3.4%

《发现姐姐是妹控的我今后该如何是好》是一款短篇百合视觉小说，主要描述了主人公樱自从看见了那个场景之后，对姐姐态度的变化，心灵不断成长最后happy end的故事。

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.8%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, Anime 16.6%, LGBTQ+ 11.6%, Adventure 3.4%

Visual novel. Young and pretty nymph Pumpkin fell in love with her mistress.

Why similar: Visual Novel 39.4%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Anime 14.2%, Nudity 12.8%, LGBTQ+ 6.6%

An episodic Visual Novel about a Gamer and his life with cute girls.

Why similar: Visual Novel 59.1%, Anime 25.6%, Casual 4.4%, Nudity 4.3%, Indie 3.5%

Yan is a college student with a special guardian girl named Mori at his side. "If my girlfriend is as beautiful as Mori, then my life must be blessed by the gods..." Unknowingly, another girl is entering his life...

Why similar: Visual Novel 58.2%, Anime 33.3%, Casual 3.5%, Indie 2.5%, Adventure 2.1%

Summer comes again and again, and changes come quietly.

Why similar: Visual Novel 44.2%, Female Protagonist 18.8%, Anime 14.5%, LGBTQ+ 11.9%, Casual 4%

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 49.1%, Female Protagonist 20%, Anime 19.8%, Indie 4%, Nudity 3.7%

"let's make a promise... When I grow up, I'll find you." By complete chance, these two childhood friends meet again after 10 years apart, but this time, will he be able to hold on to her? Or, will he lose here again forever? A love story about a summer trip in the countryside.

Why similar: Visual Novel 65.2%, Anime 21.1%, Casual 8.1%, Adventure 5.6%

Mikoto is a foxgirl and the future head of her clan. One night, she runs away from home to attend a festival at a human village – and there she meets and falls in love with a beautiful female knight.

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.5%, Female Protagonist 18.3%, Anime 18%, LGBTQ+ 12.7%, Nudity 9.5%

A string of mysterious wind chimes brought three lovely and uninvited kemonomimi girls to this small convenience store. At such a summer night full of surprises and excitement, what lies ahead on their road of adventure?

Why similar: Visual Novel 66.3%, Anime 20.1%, Indie 5.1%, Casual 4.6%, Adventure 4%

宅男画师和美女程序员的甜美邂逅，不如一起做个独立游戏吧！等等，说好的纯爱呢，小三？黄毛？女装大佬？Σ(ﾟДﾟ)ｽｹﾞｪ!!

Why similar: Visual Novel 47.3%, Anime 20.7%, Nudity 9.3%, LGBTQ+ 7.9%, Casual 4.8%

In Sakura Swim Club, follow the story of Kaede, just your average guy. Upon transferring to a new school, he meets two beautiful girls in the swim club. Things haven't gone well for the swim club lately, but with Kaede's help, that all changes.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45%, Anime 29.8%, Nudity 20.3%, Indie 1.8%, Casual 1.7%

A slice of life visual novel game in three parts following Tomoyo during his summer visiting a long lost relative. A fun tongue in cheek story with multiple branches, several relationships and various alternate endings for you to enjoy.

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.6%, Anime 21.3%, Nudity 16.5%, Indie 4.9%, Casual 4.1%

Koji is feeling a bit down. This year is the first Christmas he's spending alone. After moving away from home to attend the University of his dreams, he found his college life to be rather lonely. Feeling distraught, he wanders to his local shrine to make an offering.

Why similar: Visual Novel 52.4%, Anime 30.1%, Nudity 12.4%, Casual 2.7%, Adventure 2.2%

You are entering your summer break before university begins. And what better way to spend a summer break than at the lake with two friends, will the summer become an unforgettable time or will it just fade away. Welcome to your Summer Fling.

Why similar: Visual Novel 57%, Anime 18.3%, Nudity 14.8%, Indie 5%, Casual 4.9%

Two cat girls appear before Toru, a skeptical priest in training. One of them carries herself with dignity and grace, while the other lives her days without a single care. With them, Toru slowly realises that there is more to this world than there seems.

Why similar: Visual Novel 49.9%, Anime 29.4%, Nudity 13.2%, Casual 3.8%, Indie 3.7%

A daily adventure with the mysterious Superbunny and Bunny Girl Usagi-san.

Why similar: Visual Novel 55.8%, Anime 21.5%, Nudity 7.4%, Casual 6.4%, Indie 6.1%

Shinboku is an androgyne♂♀, having the reproductive organs of both sexes. Entrusted with the task of surveying a group of mysterious youkai, he ends up sharing a very eventful summer alongside the girls. This is a friendship-filled adventure with a dash of horror and a little something else.

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.5%, Nudity 17.9%, Anime 15.9%, Casual 7.7%, Indie 6.8%

The new Sakura Game from winged cloud, Sakura Agent! Date 2 beautiful girls in this agent adventure.

Why similar: Visual Novel 53.6%, Anime 21.3%, Nudity 10.7%, Casual 5.3%, Indie 4.7%

An elven sorceress decides to visit her old friend, but gets caught up in a series of exciting (and slightly lewd) adventures, where she finds new friends, rare spells... and loses her swimsuit.

Why similar: Visual Novel 40.2%, Female Protagonist 31%, Anime 20.4%, Adventure 7.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%

This is the story, pure and sometimes frustrating, of two girls intertwined through their fumbling efforts to communicate. Learn a new language and the universal emotions behind our words!

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.1%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Anime 17.5%, LGBTQ+ 11.2%, Nudity 4.1%

Luscious artwork brings the beautiful streets of Kamakura in June to life in this bittersweet sapphic story of a romance that begins with blackmail... This is a yuri adventure game based on the theme of love between girls at a lady's school in Kamakura, Japan.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.8%, Female Protagonist 23.2%, LGBTQ+ 13.5%, Anime 12.1%, Adventure 4.1%

--The way it was, Just like it is now, On a bright, bright summer day. "That's a promise, right?" The girl in a white dress said. Sunny sky. A paper plane slid across it, riding on blue winds.

Why similar: Visual Novel 63.1%, Anime 16.8%, Indie 7.4%, Casual 7.2%, Adventure 5.5%

Enter the melancholic life of a Japanese high school student, as you soon become entwined in the dispute between two female students. Learn more about their past as you piece together their relationship and mend their bond, all whilst forming bonds of your own.

Why similar: Visual Novel 54.5%, Anime 16.8%, Nudity 9.6%, Casual 6.9%, Indie 6.6%

A cute fantasy romance visual novel. One day you discover the other side of your partner you had never known. What is the truth beneath the masks?

Why similar: Visual Novel 57%, Anime 17.4%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Casual 5.3%, Indie 4.8%

What would you do if you met a fox girl in a forest? Lost in a forest and taken in by the guardian of the forest, a fox girl named Mayu, traveling merchant Anna decides to stay and renew the shrine. But confronted with Mayu's past, what will Anna do? Find out in this cute yuri visual novel!

Why similar: Visual Novel 40.8%, Anime 17.7%, Female Protagonist 17.1%, LGBTQ+ 10.7%, Nudity 9.1%

Rising Judo Star Gushiken Takahiro was two weeks away from the match that would make or break his career -- a championship match where the winner is then signed up to be a young national athlete for Japan. He was very determined to win, in order to fulfill his dreams of finally representing his country for a sport he loves so much.

Why similar: Visual Novel 51.2%, Anime 35.8%, Nudity 10.8%, Indie 1.1%, Casual 0.6%

It's been a year since Semyon returned from "Sovyonok" and met the girls from the camp in the real world. But it's New Year at hand! And it needs to be celebrated!

Why similar: Visual Novel 61.7%, Anime 25.8%, Indie 3.6%, Casual 3.1%, Adventure 2.7%

In the midst of their hearts, something is blossoming between two students. Both of whom go about their daily lives at an international school in Tokyo. Just what is flowering? Of course, it's love. Starting your new life after transferring into an international school, you find yourself dismayed when it turns out to be the same as any...

Why similar: Visual Novel 61.2%, Anime 24%, Nudity 8.9%, Casual 3.9%, Adventure 2%