Games Like Shiina Taki's Decameron

This is a story of disease and suffering; of medication and adverse effects; of thoracotomy scars and cellular poisons; of the living who cannot help but to die and of the dying who cannot help but to live; of a resting place other than "on 7F" or "at home".

Why similar: Anime 47.3%, Visual Novel 29.6%, Drama 18.7%, Indie 2.4%, Casual 1%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply emotional and short indie visual novel that explores themes of mortality and companionship with a similar melancholic tone.

A gothic suspense tale set in a cursed mansion. "The House in Fata Morgana" is a full-length visual novel spanning nearly a millennium that deals in tragedy, human nature, and insanity.

Why similar: Anime 35.7%, Multiple Endings 23.8%, Visual Novel 19.8%, LGBTQ+ 13.5%, Singleplayer 4%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of tragic storytelling and character-driven drama that mirrors the intense emotional weight found in the seed game.

The Gnosia lie. Pretending to be human, they’ll get in close, trick and deceive, and then eliminate one victim at a time...

Why similar: Anime 49.4%, Visual Novel 22%, LGBTQ+ 14.6%, RPG 6.4%, Singleplayer 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a looping narrative structure where the protagonist must fight against fate and uncover truths through character-driven social deduction.

select your protagonist and explore a variety of terrible fates!

Why similar: Multiple Endings 38.3%, Anime 20.8%, Visual Novel 20.2%, LGBTQ+ 18.7%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on multiple endings and the consequences of choices, perfectly matching the interactive fiction mechanics of the seed game.

Follow a girl through the last day of her life.

Why similar: Drama 31.7%, Anime 29.7%, Multiple Endings 19.3%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Singleplayer 2%

Why You'll Like It: A raw and emotional visual novel that explores heavy psychological themes similar to the drama in the seed game.

Visual novel loved by many – Everlasting Summer – now on Steam!

Why similar: Anime 48.8%, Visual Novel 27.5%, Multiple Endings 18.5%, Singleplayer 3.4%, Indie 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic indie visual novel that excels at building atmosphere and offering multiple, often bittersweet, endings.

A yandere yuri visual novel with a fairytale theme. Can you escape from your mysterious pursuer?

Why similar: Anime 37.1%, Visual Novel 21.8%, LGBTQ+ 19.8%, Multiple Endings 13%, Casual 4%

Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play visual novel that captures a similar sense of isolation and emotional vulnerability.

Katawa Shoujo is a romantic visual novel set in the fictional Japanese Yamaku High School for disabled children. Hisao's congenital heart defect forces him to move to a new school. Despite his difficulties, Hisao is able to find friends—and perhaps love, if he plays his cards right.

Why similar: Anime 40%, Multiple Endings 30.8%, Visual Novel 21.7%, Singleplayer 3.8%, Casual 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A landmark indie visual novel known for its grounded character development and emotional, branching narrative paths.

Rhythm-mystery hybrid game about uncovering the history of a mysterious system. The stage is set. Will you step up and play your role?

Why similar: Anime 45.1%, Visual Novel 28.1%, LGBTQ+ 21%, Casual 2.3%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines rhythm elements with a surreal, character-focused visual novel experience that shares the seed game's indie spirit.

A visual novel about cute melancholic girls!

Why similar: Anime 29.4%, Interactive Fiction 25.4%, Multiple Endings 23.2%, Visual Novel 15.4%, Casual 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the emotional journey of the protagonist through a casual, anime-styled visual novel format.

Rewind time to save your girlfriend in a twisted high school death game. A gripping yuri visual novel: Investigate brutal murders, unravel psychological horrors, and fight for a forbidden love that defies death itself.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 41.4%, Anime 24.6%, Visual Novel 15.9%, LGBTQ+ 14.5%, Indie 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich visual novel that uses time-loop mechanics to explore character mysteries and multiple outcomes.

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: Anime 47.8%, Visual Novel 25.8%, Multiple Endings 23.4%, Singleplayer 2.4%, Casual 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential story about fighting against inevitable tragedy and the consequences of trying to change fate.

Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.

Why similar: Anime 60.5%, Visual Novel 34.5%, Singleplayer 3.5%, Indie 0.7%, Casual 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the sense of dread and the struggle against a dark, predetermined fate within an anime-styled narrative.

Graveyard Girls is a halloween-themed yuri visual novel about complicated grief and overcoming hardships. Collect Elle’s “scribbles” to learn about her struggles, befriend a mysterious girl, and have a conversation about death.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 35.8%, Anime 24.2%, Multiple Endings 14.5%, Visual Novel 12.3%, LGBTQ+ 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: An emotional and dark visual novel that explores complex character relationships through an interactive fiction lens.

A melody of life and death surrounding a sickly girl and her friends.

Why similar: Anime 40.3%, Multiple Endings 30.8%, Visual Novel 19.1%, Casual 5.6%, Singleplayer 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, character-driven story that emphasizes emotional growth and delicate narrative pacing.

An otome visual novel - play a powerless victim of a terrifying, unfair world. 200+ choices, 50+ endings, 20+ hours of play - and only one way to escape.

Why similar: Anime 31.6%, Multiple Endings 27.2%, Visual Novel 14.7%, Interactive Fiction 12.4%, Casual 4%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich visual novel that emphasizes character choices and branching paths in a dark, dramatic setting.

Can you collect all the fragments to reach your happy ending? Or will your attempts only end in tragedy? Find out in this psychological otome game as you sort your way through the secrets & lies.

Why similar: Anime 31.6%, RPG 25%, Visual Novel 20.1%, LGBTQ+ 10.3%, Indie 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: An indie simulation and visual novel hybrid that focuses on character growth and emotional exploration.

You who are unqualified to drink Meng Po's soup, you have been chosen for the game of life. A horror yuri visual novel following a series of death games in the afterlife.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 41.9%, Anime 29.3%, Visual Novel 13%, LGBTQ+ 8.9%, Multiple Endings 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky yet emotionally resonant interactive fiction that highlights the importance of choice in short-form storytelling.

Use "game" as a medium to showcase the world of "you/girl". Explore the truth of "you/girl/world" through the form of a "visual novel".

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 29.8%, Anime 26.9%, Multiple Endings 20.6%, Visual Novel 16.2%, RPG 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A psychological visual novel that explores complex character identities and multiple narrative endings.

From the author of Spice and Wolf, Isuna Hasekura, comes WORLD END ECONOMiCA. This is the first episode out of three part sci-fi/economic thriller visual novel set on the moon.

Why similar: Anime 57.1%, Visual Novel 39.3%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 1%

Why You'll Like It: An indie visual novel that excels at character-driven drama and high-stakes personal ambition.

fault is a series of Science Fantasy Cinematic Novels using a unique 3D Camera system for a visually immersive reading experience. Follow Selphine, the bubbly Princess and her sharp-witted Royal Guardian, Ritona, on their journey of a lifetime back to their homeland of Rughzenhaide.

Why similar: Anime 64.1%, Visual Novel 30.1%, Singleplayer 3.9%, Indie 1.3%, Casual 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic visual novel that features strong character dynamics and a compelling, emotional fantasy narrative.

大小姐与头牌花魁的羁绊、救赎与毁灭故事。

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 30.7%, Anime 26.8%, Multiple Endings 17%, Visual Novel 11.6%, LGBTQ+ 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich anime visual novel that captures a similar sense of urban drama and character-driven mystery.

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: Anime 61.2%, Visual Novel 27.7%, Casual 7%, Singleplayer 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A beloved slice-of-life visual novel that focuses on the emotional bonds and dreams of its cast.

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: Anime 60.4%, Visual Novel 32.5%, Casual 5.7%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: Blends sports drama with character-focused romance and high-quality anime aesthetics.

Umineko When They Cry is the 2nd series of Sound Novel released by 07th Expansion. The steam version features renewed character sprites which is swappable from the classic art.

Why similar: Anime 52.2%, Visual Novel 42.2%, LGBTQ+ 3.2%, Singleplayer 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A complex, long-form narrative that challenges the reader to solve mysteries while dealing with heavy themes of tragedy.

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: Anime 50.8%, Visual Novel 26.6%, Multiple Endings 18.8%, Singleplayer 2.6%, Casual 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive visual novel for emotional storytelling and character-driven drama that spans multiple life-changing paths.

Sweet Home is a visual novel set in a Chinese high school. Parted friendships, ambiguous romances, tangled relationships, and flawed families... Are these just the pangs of adolescence—or something heavier? Step into the shoes of Zhao Ying, shape her choices, and uncover every possible path.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 27.4%, Drama 22%, LGBTQ+ 11.7%, Multiple Endings 10.2%, Visual Novel 9.4%

In this city built upon the ideal coexistence of civilization and the environment, Tennouji Kotarou spends his days with his friends, Kanbe Kotori and Yoshino Haruhiko. In this peaceful city, a tumultuous event shakes the foundations of Kazamatsuri once a year.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 38.4%, Anime 33.1%, Visual Novel 14.6%, Multiple Endings 9.6%, Casual 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A complex narrative that blends mystery, fate, and character development into a branching story structure.

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: Anime 46.4%, Visual Novel 29.4%, Multiple Endings 18.3%, Casual 4.7%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the bonds of friendship and the bittersweet nature of growing up, much like the band-centric drama of the seed game.

Melancholy Love is a Yuri Visual Novel between an elite and a misfit in an All-Girls' High School. How will sparks flare between the two?

Why similar: Drama 29.4%, Anime 17.9%, Interactive Fiction 14.9%, Multiple Endings 14%, Visual Novel 8.8%

A yandere psychological horror visual novel. Choose a sweetheart to romance, but beware the petals of obsession.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 41.7%, Anime 28%, Visual Novel 13.1%, LGBTQ+ 9.4%, Casual 3.9%

Girl protag heartwarming slice of life with bittersweet twists!

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 35.7%, Multiple Endings 22.8%, Anime 21.6%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Indie 3.4%

A story about a dead lamb walking.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 45.5%, Anime 21.2%, Multiple Endings 19%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Singleplayer 0.4%

"co|incidence" is a FVN produced for Renpy.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 44.6%, Anime 25.7%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, LGBTQ+ 8.8%, Casual 6.7%

选错选项就立刻结束游戏！？被超S狼人公主不停逼问的短篇游戏

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 39.9%, Anime 26.1%, Multiple Endings 12.7%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, RPG 5.6%

"Moment of Moonset" is a thriller story game. The heroine Pang Lu comes into contact with Aileen by chance, and encounters a strange mysterious power on the way to learn Aileen's identity. How should she respond, or should she choose to fall into crisis? Or escape intact? Or...

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 30.6%, Drama 25.4%, Anime 15.9%, RPG 13.3%, Visual Novel 8.7%

A sci-fi, yuri visual novel with a dollop of mystery.

Why similar: Anime 35.7%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Multiple Endings 17%, LGBTQ+ 16.5%, Casual 5%

Can you manage to beat your competitors to be the next top idol- and maybe even win their hearts in the process?

Why similar: Anime 29.9%, Visual Novel 24.2%, RPG 15.9%, LGBTQ+ 13.3%, Casual 7.7%

This is a story about art, profit, and friendship.

Why similar: Drama 31.4%, Interactive Fiction 26.5%, Anime 19.1%, Multiple Endings 16.9%, RPG 3.5%

Your end is my beginning. A short psychological visual novel with exploration and puzzle elements... it already lays shattered.

Why similar: Anime 49.3%, Visual Novel 24%, RPG 23.9%, Singleplayer 2.2%, Indie 0.6%

"The day I put that uniform on, I saw myself in the mirror for the first time. And I dared to think, maybe, just maybe..." A free VN about standing up to the world to be yourself. Part of the NOISZ series, and prequel to NOISZ STΔRLIVHT.

Why similar: Drama 33%, Anime 19.8%, Multiple Endings 15.4%, Visual Novel 13.5%, LGBTQ+ 11.8%

‘goth gf’s iPhone’ airdrops you - accept or decline? A love/horror story about life, death, & memes.

Why similar: Visual Novel 36.6%, LGBTQ+ 28.1%, Anime 21.6%, Indie 5%, Singleplayer 4.7%

Wheel of Innocence is a lesbian visual novel where you peer into the life of a disabled high schooler named Reina.

Why similar: Drama 31.9%, Visual Novel 23.3%, Anime 21.5%, LGBTQ+ 16.4%, Casual 4%

Based on the best seller 妄想症Paranoia, the story about Lingluo's college life will bring you to a world unknown. She pursues her music dream without knowing her life is about to be turned upside down. Losing her best friend and her confidence, she plunges into the depth of despair. What will she do?

Why similar: Visual Novel 43.6%, Anime 43.5%, Indie 10.5%, Casual 2.4%

Kirin plays the elevator game and disappears. Will her girlfriend, Asahi, be able to find her? The Elevator Game with Catgirls is a horror visual novel with point-and-click elements, inspired by the Korean urban legend, Elevator to Another World.

Why similar: Anime 30%, Visual Novel 27.3%, Multiple Endings 26.4%, LGBTQ+ 6.7%, Casual 5.2%

An eerie liminal game that explores just how far an angel can fall. Play as sapphic Lucifer and corrupt angels into falling... in love with you.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 48.5%, Multiple Endings 17.8%, Visual Novel 17.4%, LGBTQ+ 16.2%

Shion's calm and measured life comes to an end when she meets Akiko. This encounter has the chance to change her life or plunge it further into the abyss of depression and hopelessness.

Why similar: Anime 40.2%, Multiple Endings 18.6%, Visual Novel 18%, LGBTQ+ 14.6%, Casual 3.9%

Morph Girl is a Japanese horror inspired FMV game about loss, depression and the supernatural.

Why similar: Drama 30.7%, Interactive Fiction 24.5%, Multiple Endings 13.8%, Visual Novel 10.9%, LGBTQ+ 7.8%

In order to save the friend who was chosen as a victim, the girl embarked on the road alone... What will happen to this dreamy and mysterious road? What kind of role will you meet during the period? Also see the last.

Why similar: Anime 42.6%, RPG 32.8%, LGBTQ+ 16.2%, Indie 8.4%

A dark fairy tale set in the deep sea. The fated encounter between a sea monster and a human forever changes their lives in this visual novel. Contains platonic yuri.

Why similar: Drama 37.1%, Multiple Endings 29.1%, Visual Novel 19.1%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Singleplayer 1.9%

MALCATRAS' MAIDEN is a toxic yuri visual novel for adults about trauma, bonds, family, and sisterhood.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 56.4%, Visual Novel 18.3%, LGBTQ+ 17.9%, Indie 2.8%, Casual 2.6%

All capture targets are mentally "Jirai"(landmine)!? Meet these eccentric boys, reveal the truth beneath in this Psycho-love-horror VN!

Why similar: Anime 41.4%, Multiple Endings 30.9%, Visual Novel 22.9%, Singleplayer 3%, Indie 1.7%

Play as a wise woman, help your neighbors, and they will help you in return. Fight alongside your closest friend to deal with the beasts threatening the village. Uncover the secrets of magic through your journey, and you might even have a chance to confront your inner demons.

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 40.9%, Drama 17.8%, Anime 15.5%, RPG 12.1%, Visual Novel 11.4%

This world is woven of strings, of fate and of hate. What do you see, detective? A horror-mystery yuri visual novel peering into the maddening darkness of love and death.

Why similar: Anime 27%, Interactive Fiction 22.8%, Multiple Endings 19.8%, Visual Novel 12.9%, LGBTQ+ 11.3%

Otome × Death Game × Mild Horror Multiple Endings Puzzle RPG

Why similar: Multiple Endings 64.8%, RPG 27.3%, Indie 4.5%, Singleplayer 3.4%

In the depths of a forest, an exiled princess whiles her time in solitude. One day, a mysterious, beautiful maiden appears, throwing her world out of its alignment. A dark fantasy visual novel following the intertwining paths of these two women. In seven days, the wheel of fate will splinter...

Why similar: Anime 33.5%, LGBTQ+ 19.7%, Visual Novel 19.3%, RPG 15.8%, Casual 6.4%

Sanctuaries. Secrets. Serious consequences. A solo-developed psychological horror/drama visual novel.

Why similar: Anime 68.1%, Visual Novel 28.3%, Casual 2.3%, Singleplayer 0.8%, Indie 0.6%

A supernatural mystery visual novel. What kind of fate will the heroine face after she relives the last seven days before her death?

Why similar: Interactive Fiction 42.7%, Anime 24%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Multiple Endings 11.7%, Casual 3.1%