Games Like Shinjuku Anomaly

"A dragon survivor, a rarity in these times." That's what she called herself. Mysterious, bizarre biographical tales unfold in a retro-futuristic world.

Why similar: Comic Book 20.8%, Visual Novel 14%, Cinematic 12.6%, Dark 10.5%, Hand-drawn 10.2%

Middle school girls face final exams and a deadly supernatural game. An urban legend of a “nonexistent telephone pole.” The “Eight Sisters,” silver assassin, and mysterious “RULERS.” A supernatural suspense of survival and conspiracy. Ongoing story continuing to unfold.

Why similar: Comic Book 20.7%, Visual Novel 19.4%, Cinematic 12.7%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Dark 9.4%

Resequence: The Orchard is an occult-horror adventure game in which school counselor Saito approaches an inexplicable phenomena through his counseling sessions with students.

Why similar: Visual Novel 21.6%, Horror 15.9%, Supernatural 14%, Dark 13%, Surreal 11.2%

A story about a woman who lives alone near the forest.

Why similar: Visual Novel 15.1%, Dark 13.6%, Surreal 13%, Horror 12.5%, Supernatural 12.4%

After a ghost ship crashes into an isolated lighthouse, Ulysses’ memories come back to trap him in an endless, twisting maze full of riddles, blood, and magic. Draw your own map, and find a way to burn it all down.

Why similar: Psychological 22%, Horror 17.8%, Hand-drawn 14.1%, Supernatural 13.7%, Dark 12.8%

«Separator» is a short nonlinear visual novel in the psychological horror genre, inspired by modern occultism and beliefs surrounding mysticism.

Why similar: Visual Novel 19.4%, Psychological 19.3%, Dark 14.1%, Horror 13.4%, Supernatural 12.7%

After an unnamed catastrophe, you've been left alone and stranded on a boat in the middle of a sunken world. Journey through vast megastructures and the giant rotting frames of mysterious machines. Feed the boat's engine with fish caught using your harpoon. Never slow down.

Why similar: Cinematic 23.5%, Hand-drawn 15.9%, Horror 15.9%, Dark 14.1%, Psychological 9.3%

DEEP UNDER is a grim visual novel about how an ordinary camping trip with friends can turn into a real nightmare.

Why similar: Comic Book 23.9%, Visual Novel 19.4%, Dark 16.2%, Horror 14.2%, Hand-drawn 11%

"Styxton" is a nonlinear horror visual novel. Sometimes, salvation is the worst curse. You are alive. Now find out who needed it.

Why similar: Visual Novel 27.5%, Dark 20.6%, Horror 19.4%, Psychological 10.2%, Adventure 7.3%

A comic-like visual novel, expressing a new story based on the fairy tale “Hansel and Gretel”.

Why similar: Psychological 21.8%, Comic Book 20.5%, Dark 18.5%, Visual Novel 17.2%, Hand-drawn 10.7%

A Prologue to Almost My Floor, an upcoming horror-themed point'n'click adventure. Alex is a real fan of creepy stuff and horror movies, but he never expected to experience it himself just by taking the elevator back home! Can he avoid the madness and deal with the evil he's up against?

Why similar: Comic Book 22.3%, Horror 16.3%, Dark 15.8%, Psychological 15.2%, Hand-drawn 9.4%

A world where Spilia, a virus that causes delusions and hallucinations, has become epidemic. A horror visual novel game set in a hospital where patients are isolated.

Why similar: Visual Novel 22.1%, Hand-drawn 15.8%, Dark 13.7%, Horror 13.6%, Psychological 13.6%

Explore the beginning of a new horrifying story in this mixture of a text-based and a 2D game. Emily's world is about to turn upside down, maybe in more ways than anyone is able to realize yet.

Why similar: Visual Novel 17.6%, Psychological 15.8%, Supernatural 15%, Hand-drawn 14.6%, Horror 14.2%

Aki is haunted by a curse. In search of salvation, she travels into the memories of a dead classmate, where she must witness three eerie mystical stories and figure out how to break the shackles of misfortune.

Why similar: Visual Novel 18.3%, Supernatural 16.1%, Dark 15.6%, Psychological 10.8%, Hand-drawn 10.8%

A mystical psychological thriller set in the quiet village of Klavishne. Talk to the locals, learn stories, enjoy the atmosphere, pick up the pieces. But find out: who is the woman in the portrait and what happened to her?

Why similar: Visual Novel 20.9%, Comic Book 17.6%, Hand-drawn 16.6%, Dark 13%, Psychological 11.2%

Tiny Bunny: Prologue is a non-linear horror visual novel. Those, who have heard the voice of the forest, are beyond help.

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.3%, Horror 30.4%, Dark 10.1%, Adventure 9.9%, Indie 8.4%

Lana and Shawn learn that their new home might have been a bargain for a reason. A spooky old estate, priced at a discount and filled with antiques. Anyone would jump at the chance to buy it… but, then, why has it been empty for so long?

Why similar: Visual Novel 27.4%, Supernatural 19.7%, Horror 18.9%, Dark 14.7%, Adventure 6.7%

All girls can transform with candy. A short branching visual novel about a mysterious candy shop and the girls who go there. What candy will you choose?

Why similar: Visual Novel 21.3%, Psychological 19%, Dark 17.8%, Horror 11.7%, Hand-drawn 9.6%

Just a few toes into the future. Yomori-shi, a town full of strange happenings. And Ayamu Jinnai is just an ordinary girl. Except that she is a powerful medium and has the ability to see spirits. She and her occult-enthusiast sister, Makoto, are determined to fight the bizarre.

Why similar: Comic Book 23.1%, Visual Novel 15%, Dark 12.6%, Cinematic 11.8%, Psychological 10.9%

Start your life anew at Heaven's Gates Academy. Learn new subjects, make new friends, experience what you've never before deemed possible. Change your fate, and the fate of those around you- your decisions matter greatly.

Why similar: Visual Novel 26.2%, Psychological 23.4%, Horror 15.6%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Dark 11.2%

The Mofu Game is a psychological horror visual novel about a cursed story that should never have been read. Proceed at your own risk.

Why similar: Visual Novel 25.1%, Comic Book 20.7%, Horror 12.4%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, Psychological 8.3%

Don't look away, Stare at their formation of attachment. A psychological horror ADV depicting the twisted pure love between a girl who dies without drinking blood and a boy who dies without eating human meat.

Why similar: Psychological 18%, Cinematic 14.7%, Comic Book 13.9%, Dark 13.2%, Visual Novel 12.8%

The future is just a toe away, where supernatural phenomena are frequent. Two identical twins, Akihito and Fuyuto Shirahane. They are caught up in a strange phenomenon in Yomori City, a town where various legends swirl around them.

Why similar: Comic Book 27.8%, Visual Novel 18.4%, Horror 13.5%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Psychological 11.4%

Amy receives an invitation to a group chat set up by some of her former classmates. Its purpose is to reconnect after all these years. But soon more and more disturbing facts about Amy's classmates are revealed, and Amy begins to fear that the people she's texting with may not be what they seem.

Why similar: Visual Novel 20.5%, Horror 17.2%, Dark 16%, Supernatural 13.4%, Surreal 13.2%

Fear is real. Sometimes tragedy needs nothing more than that. 💀 A short visual novel based on the story of the same name — about the silence that lets something shuffling into your home. 👁️👁️

Why similar: Visual Novel 24.8%, Dark 18.6%, Horror 16.4%, Supernatural 14%, Text-Based 5.4%

Fairy Deer is a kinetic thriller visual novel. Make your way deep into the terrifying Forest in search of the sole pathway to happiness—the mythical Fairy Deer.

Why similar: Visual Novel 26.1%, Horror 15.6%, Text-Based 12.6%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, Dark 11.7%

KNIGHT VOWS is a dark medieval visual novel set in the 13th century. You are a newly initiated knight of the Order of Saint Féran, a religious order that spreads its faith through iron and blood. Will you remain faithful to your vow... or to your humanity? Your choices will speak for you.

Why similar: Comic Book 37.1%, Visual Novel 25.5%, Dark 20.3%, Multiple Endings 5.5%, Adventure 5.3%

After a brief wander, at the end of a corridor, you encounter a girl curled up by a door, you can tell that her style is far from ordinary. Perhaps she knows more than you do… Or maybe she’s the reason you’re here. Will she help you? Or maybe you will help her?

Why similar: Visual Novel 23.8%, Dark 13.4%, Horror 13.3%, Psychological 12.3%, Adventure 11.4%

7Days Origins is a single-player story game where the storyline changes based on the player's choices. For 7 days, you will meet various characters in the world of the dead. You may become allies and embark on adventures together or become enemies and fight.

Why similar: Comic Book 20.1%, Psychological 14.6%, Visual Novel 14.3%, Supernatural 11.9%, Horror 11.5%

How much of someone can you cut away before there's nothing left? Find out in this chilling kinetic visual novel - IF YOU DARE!

Why similar: Comic Book 27.2%, Visual Novel 19.1%, Horror 16.2%, Hand-drawn 15%, Dark 14.1%

"Grandma's Secret" is a blend of kinetic visual novel and interactive text adventure. The last hope for a peasant girl named Tatiana to find a happy marriage is a service and dowry from her grandmother, who is believed to be a witch. But what price will she have to pay for it?

Why similar: Comic Book 24.6%, Visual Novel 20%, Hand-drawn 14.5%, Dark 12.9%, Horror 9.5%

At the heart of the action are a twelve-year-old Kenneth and his younger sister Esme, children of the Murphy family, who hit the trail of a mysterious monster following series of entangled events.

Why similar: Visual Novel 17.8%, Horror 15.1%, Psychological 12.5%, Cinematic 11.4%, Hand-drawn 11.2%

Journey through the psyche… Welcome to the Seaside Hotel, where the final hour of your night shift awaits. Tend to guests, explore their dreams, and lose your sense of Self – time and again. In this dark, labyrinthine adventure, unravel the path to the truth below.

Why similar: Psychological 17.9%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Dark 16%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Horror 13.6%

I arrived in the land of Mongolia to capture the Mongolian Death Worm. To capture my beloved Mongolian Death Worm and save our Mongolian Death Worm Capture Department from extinction. ◆Game Introduction This is a visual novel style visual novel game. The estimated playing time is about 1 hour.

Why similar: Comic Book 24.5%, Visual Novel 20.7%, Cinematic 17.8%, Dark 12.4%, Text-Based 9.1%

Toganeyobi, a horror escape puzzle game by Jamsanpoid (From Madness with Love).Protagonist Hachisuka Yuki lured by a high-paying shady gig,"connect to 11 numbers on the old public communicator at 2:00 AM." Whether you ■■■■ them or ■■■■ them is up to you.

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.4%, Horror 22.3%, Dark 14.6%, Adventure 10.2%, 2D 8.3%

Nampung encounters the nightmare again and this time also includes her relative people.

Why similar: Dark 21.5%, Adventure 20.2%, Surreal 19.9%, Horror 17.8%, Indie 14.5%

People end up forgetting about the dead.

Why similar: Visual Novel 23.1%, Comic Book 22.7%, Cinematic 15.8%, Psychological 12.3%, Text-Based 8.4%

A closed-circle mystery visual novel where twelve people wake up inside a bizarre, impossible mansion—and a string of murders begins. Read from Remi’s point of view as you piece together the truth through his thoughts and conversations. Linear, text-focused, Japanese/English supported.

Why similar: Visual Novel 23.7%, Psychological 23.4%, Supernatural 17.1%, Horror 16.3%, Text-Based 8.7%

You’re a journalist who came to Russia for a report. After renting an apartment from Zinaida Petrovna, you quickly realize she’s hiding something - and this place isn’t meant for random tenants. To get out, you’ll have to dig into her past - and keep your sanity.

Why similar: Psychological 21.1%, Horror 19.3%, Cinematic 14.9%, Dark 14.7%, Supernatural 9.9%

Nampung found herself in a strange place. What is really happening?...

Why similar: Dark 21.8%, Surreal 20.2%, Adventure 19.3%, Horror 18.1%, Indie 13.9%

If you are looking for weird dark version of Alice in Wonderland with creepy twist, AMEN is your next terrifying journey down the rabbit hole. This surreal hand-drawn psychological horror transforms the classic fairy tale into a grotesque manifestation of neurosis and mental illness.

Why similar: Dark 14.6%, Psychological 14.5%, Visual Novel 14.1%, Horror 12.8%, Hand-drawn 12.5%

Where are we? But the destination is clear. In this sea of trees, my final home, there must be a paradise. Who am I? But my purpose is clear. The noise that wanders in the deep consciousness, seeking the peace that lies beyond.

Why similar: Visual Novel 23.2%, Dark 15.9%, Psychological 14.9%, Horror 12.2%, Supernatural 11.4%

You only have one week to befriend the one who lives on the other side of the screen. He’s waiting for you, remembers all your visits, and even notices how long you’re gone. Play mini-games, listen to his thoughts, and simply watch how the world around you changes.

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.3%, Dark 27.5%, Adventure 18%, 2D 8.8%, Multiple Endings 6.4%

"When the graves stop whispering in your ear, it’s time for you to surrender to eternal silence". So says the Agreement, and so it must be fulfilled. Welcome to a new dimension of horror. Welcome to Midnight Scenes.

Why similar: Supernatural 19.5%, Visual Novel 18.7%, Dark 16.7%, Hand-drawn 13%, Psychological 12.1%

A psychological horror experience about returning to a place that never forgot you.

Why similar: Supernatural 16.3%, Horror 15.8%, Psychological 15.3%, Cinematic 14%, Surreal 13.1%

A classic choose your own adventure story. Escape the horrors hunting you, make decisions, forge your own path. An original complete story with multiple endings and secrets to unlock. Choose your own play style with a Text Adventure Mode, sound effects, and an ambient soundtrack.

Why similar: Visual Novel 19.4%, Horror 15%, Supernatural 13.8%, Surreal 13.4%, Text-Based 9.9%

True Virus is a point-and-click adventure game that takes players to an abandoned psychiatric hospital. Set in a world ravaged by an enigmatic and dangerous pandemic.

Why similar: Comic Book 20%, Dark 14.4%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Hand-drawn 13%, Surreal 12.9%

An interactive comic about depression, creativity, a Deer mask and eyes-guys. Only 1 chapter is available now. The rest of the chapters will appear here later.

Why similar: Comic Book 20%, Visual Novel 17.2%, Psychological 16.5%, Surreal 15.8%, Dark 13.3%

The story of three foreign students at a private British boarding school. Becoming information brokers within the school walls brought them money and respect, but knowledge can also bring trouble. The forbidden fruit was forced in their mouths and its taste will remain forever.

Why similar: Psychological 21.3%, Visual Novel 20%, Supernatural 18.2%, Dark 14.4%, Adventure 6.6%

A horror visual novel exploring the dark sides of friendship and the dangerous paths taken to save it.

Why similar: Visual Novel 16.5%, Psychological 16.3%, Dark 14.7%, Supernatural 11.5%, Horror 11.5%

A visual novel depicting the daily life of a high school boy continuously tormented by guilt on a winter's day. It features layered music played on string instruments and piano, characterized by serious, deep psychological portrayals.

Why similar: Visual Novel 28.4%, Psychological 27.1%, Cinematic 17.4%, Dark 13%, Adventure 10.5%

The Darkest Emptiness will fill the lungs with leaden weight.

Why similar: Visual Novel 24.1%, Psychological 15.8%, Horror 15.7%, Text-Based 9.4%, Dark 9%

.HEADSPACE is a 2D adventure game that combines pixel art and hand drawn styles to immerse the player in a psychological adventure through a fractured landscape. Alone and unsure of who you are, gain clarity, confidence and connection to reawaken yourself and recall your true purpose.

Why similar: Psychological 24.3%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Hand-drawn 15.5%, Dark 14.9%, Adventure 7.5%

From hit writer Ryukishi07, the creator of When They Cry, comes a story on the theme of “curses.” Strike down the dark riddle of dolls and soot in this supernatural horror visual novel.

Why similar: Visual Novel 22.1%, Supernatural 18.5%, Horror 13%, Hand-drawn 12.8%, Surreal 9.3%

Explore the inner demons of three childhood friends on a summer retreat. Unearth secrets, fears and obsessions as you help them reconnect and rediscover themselves. A mature and treacherous visual novel from the creator of Milky Way Prince – The Vampire Star.

Why similar: Comic Book 27.6%, Visual Novel 18.4%, Horror 13.8%, Surreal 13.7%, Hand-drawn 9.9%

"Tsugunohi -The Chamber of Phantom Name-" Launches on Steam! A new graduate, Kana Sakuragi, begins her new life in a renovated old house, "Akembara House." What seemed like a shiny, ideal property soon turns into a nightmare, as she is plagued by strange phenomena every night...

Why similar: Cinematic 28.9%, Dark 28.4%, Horror 26.8%, Adventure 11%, Indie 4%

A psychological horror visual novel about the urban legends of G, a Russian science town. Lurk in occult chats. Serve lattes. Separate fact from insanity. Piece together the truth before time runs out. Featuring full Russian voice acting.

Why similar: Comic Book 26%, Visual Novel 18.5%, Dark 14%, Supernatural 12.1%, Surreal 10.2%

Can you survive the horror of being yourself? A cute and disturbing psychological horror about identity, isolation, and the terrifying reality of being different.

Why similar: Psychological 19.8%, Surreal 15.8%, Horror 13.8%, Dark 13.5%, Visual Novel 11.4%

"Something is in your house." As a Shaman, you are the only one who can face the unknown. Investigate haunted homes, uncover secrets, and exorcise malevolent spirits. Your choices determine the client's fate. Experience a chilling K-horror story where every decision matters.

Why similar: Visual Novel 18%, Supernatural 15.2%, Psychological 14.3%, Horror 13.5%, Dark 12.2%

A short, interactive visual novel set in the mid-19th Century, in which a poet fights against time as she's writing the most important work of her life. Poetry is the answer, but what is the question?

Why similar: Psychological 20.2%, Visual Novel 20%, Dark 16%, Horror 14%, Hand-drawn 11.1%