- #1 Dream of a Nightmarish Runaway
97% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: ONImations
Windows · Mac · Linux
Wanna join our nightmarish dream?
Why similar: Visual Novel 11.2%, Emotional 11.1%, Multiple Endings 10.7%, Choices Matter 10.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.1%
- #2 The Mask Game
96% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2024
Dev: Ghost Clown
Windows · Linux
Which is worse: a toxic friend or a literal demon?
Why similar: Drama 13.8%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, LGBTQ+ 13.4%, Psychological Horror 11.5%, Visual Novel 10.8%
- #3 Banishing You
96% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: lapys games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Step into the world of Banishing You, a visual novel where choices shape your journey. Accept a mysterious invitation to a dream realm full of enigmatic characters and challenges. Navigate passive-aggressive comments, flirtatious strangers, and unravel a quest that could save or doom both worlds.
Why similar: Visual Novel 13.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.2%, Drama 11%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Emotional 9.3%
- #4 The Quiet After
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grigsby's World Productions, LLC
Windows
The threat is on the road ahead and deep beneath her skin. A psychological visual novel about memory, trauma, and the cost of every choice.
Why similar: Visual Novel 14.2%, Emotional 11.7%, Psychological Horror 11.5%, Choices Matter 11.2%, Multiple Endings 10.5%
- #5 Project Subtrahend
94% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: LilyDynamite
Windows · Mac · Linux
Project Subtrahend is a choose-your-own-adventure visual novel, where you have the chance to get to know the stories, lore, and personalities of nine unique characters. Choices matter in this game, and it's up to you who lives or dies as you explore what it means to be human.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 13.2%, Visual Novel 13.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.8%, Multiple Endings 12.5%, Choices Matter 11.5%
- #6 Sigh of the Abyss: Shadow Bonds
94% matchVery Positive93% of 103 reviews2022
Dev: Rascal Devworks
Windows
Embrace the monster within to free yourself from a curse in this dark fantasy visual novel, a standalone introduction to the characters and setting of Sigh of the Abyss.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 9.8%, Dark Fantasy 8.9%, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Visual Novel 8.7%, Multiple Endings 8.3%
- #7 Apple of my Eye
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LeilanixPub: Niko Wright
Windows
Sometimes you need to be strong to the core to stand out from the rotten apples in society. Being an outcast is not easy, but is it worth indulging in a comfort that may bite? Play as Appril the apple snail through her everyday life in this RPG styled Psychological horror where your choices matter.
Why similar: LGBTQ+ 15.4%, Psychological Horror 14%, Choices Matter 12.9%, Drama 11.1%, Multiple Endings 10.6%
- #8 Lythe The Forgetful Witch: A Visual Novel
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Siren Sigil Studios
Windows
Guide Lythe, a naïve witch on a journey through the spooky world of Samhain, as she seeks the High Witch and rediscovers her magic. This visual novel features spell crafting, rune seeking, and magic casting, all while unraveling the desires of her monstrous friends!
Why similar: Visual Novel 14.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.4%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Choices Matter 11.8%, Multiple Endings 11.8%
- #9 Odile: Black Duckling Tale
91% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2025
Dev: Sunflo Labs
Windows · Mac
Romance fantasy style action adventure 'Odile: Black Duckling Tale' is a game of adventure, love, and various endings of a lovely black duck eventhough a villain.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 12.5%, Drama 12.5%, Multiple Endings 11.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11%, Magic 10.5%
- #10 Making Friends
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Mortally Moonstruck Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Guide the misanthropic witch Morrigan as she creates a homemade friend of her very own in this short and sweet sapphic visual novel!
Why similar: Visual Novel 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 13.3%, LGBTQ+ 11%, Female Protagonist 11%, Multiple Endings 10%
- #11 2ECONDS TO STΔRLIVHT: My Heart's Reflection
90% matchVery Positive84% of 148 reviews2021
Dev: SKY HOUR WORKSPub: Anarch Entertainment
Windows
"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: Visual Novel 15.2%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Lore-Rich 13.1%, LGBTQ+ 12.4%, Drama 10%
- #12 SPRKLS.exe
89% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: PesiiDom
Windows
⟢ SPRKLS.exe is a cute, melancholic story-driven adventure that unfolds entirely on YOUR desktop 𓂃˗ˏˋ⟢ 𓂅 ࣪⟡̵͝ ₊ ೃ̶͂ ࿔̶̽⟡̷͛*⋆ [EMOTION OVERRIDE] ࿐̵̋⟡̸̂ ࣪ ˖༄̶̀ ✦̵͗ [YOU WEREN’T SUPPOSED TO SEE THIS] ⋆.˚ ̴̡̢̛̼̬̠̰̀͟҉̢C͊͊ ༘⋆ [PLEASE DON’T CLOSE ME AGAIN] ⟡̷͛ ˖𓏲ּ𝄢 ⟡̵̂ ִֶָ 𓂃⊹
Why similar: Visual Novel 13%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12%, Choices Matter 11.8%, Lore-Rich 11.8%, Psychological Horror 11.8%
- #13 Taishō Romance Theater
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 甜某工作室SweetSome
Windows · Mac
The diverse romance visual novel follows amnesiac actor Kotori Sakuma as he uncovers hidden truths and navigates intricate relationships. Through choices shaping character bonds and story progression, you will explore various endings and enjoy a blend of mystery and love in the Taishō era.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 12.4%, Drama 11.9%, Emotional 10.3%, Visual Novel 9.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.6%
- #14 The Lanterne of Light
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: skekpen
Windows · Linux
A Gothic horror faerie tale.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Visual Novel 11.5%, Choices Matter 10.4%, Multiple Endings 9.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.7%
- #15 Lost Connections
87% matchVery Positive96% of 76 reviews2023
Dev: Amber Pearl
Windows
If she leaves now you will never see her again. Would you have enough courage to take a step, or would you stay quiet and regret it? Experience this story about love and loss.
Why similar: Visual Novel 15.3%, Emotional 14.3%, Multiple Endings 13.8%, Choices Matter 12%, LGBTQ+ 10.6%
- #16 Truer than You
86% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Transcenders Media AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
Overcome your past and become someone new in Truer than You. A choice-driven narrative adventure about love, loss and being lost in life. You're hired as a gig-working actor to play roles in real-life situations. Have conversations, get a good rating and follow the rules. All good?
Why similar: Choices Matter 13%, Visual Novel 12.6%, Drama 11.9%, Multiple Endings 11.6%, LGBTQ+ 10.9%
- #17 Reflections of the void
86% matchPositive100% of 22 reviews2026
Dev: Echo Story Games
Windows
A sci-fi drama about love, control, and the price of human emotion. Care for your wards, follow every order — or break the rules to discover who you truly are.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 15.5%, Visual Novel 15.3%, Multiple Endings 14.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.4%, Choices Matter 12.4%
- #18 Yuika My Bestie
85% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Feeling Potion
Windows · Mac
Experience a pastel-toned emotional journey in Yuika My Bestie, a short visual novel you can complete in under 15 minutes per playthrough. With 5 unique endings and heartfelt choices, it takes just 30–40 minutes to explore every path of this soft, late-night cry.
Why similar: Emotional 12.1%, Visual Novel 11.7%, Multiple Endings 11.1%, Conversation 10.6%, Choices Matter 10.1%
- #19 The Tales of Bayun
84% matchMostly Positive77% of 200 reviews2023
Dev: FlyinDogs
Windows
Can a flat world resting on the backs of three demon bears live in peace? Of course not! Immerse yourself in the universe of the dark Slavic legends, explore the characters' stories and make difficult choices that affect the course of events. Bayun the Cat will help you. If you're lucky, that is.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 17.1%, Drama 15.1%, Multiple Endings 14.4%, Choices Matter 14.3%, Visual Novel 12.1%
- #20 Labyrinth of Crystal Princess
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: move the hearts
Windows
Labyrinth of Crystal Princess is a “escape the labyrinth by detecting the unseen” horror adventure.
Why similar: Emotional 15%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.8%, Psychological Horror 12.4%, Multiple Endings 12.4%, Female Protagonist 12.4%
- #21 Tales of Maana: Lucy
83% matchPositive92% of 26 reviews2025
Dev: Antharuu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dive into an enchanting world where every decision matters—alliances, betrayals, romance, and power struggles shape a story as deep as it is unforgettable.
Why similar: Visual Novel 17.3%, Choices Matter 14.8%, Multiple Endings 14.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.7%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%
- #22 Sigh of the Abyss
82% matchVery Positive96% of 178 reviews2024
Dev: Rascal Devworks
Windows
Embrace the monster within in this dark fantasy visual novel with inclusive romances. Befriend charming allies, defy bitter rivals, fall in love. Your choices will save or condemn mortals, shaping the fate of a city as beautiful as it is cruel.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 10.7%, Lore-Rich 10%, Visual Novel 9.2%, Multiple Endings 9.2%, Female Protagonist 9.1%
- #23 There Is No Next Stop
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HANPAGE
Windows
After the announcement "There is no next stop," you are trapped in an endless subway. But you’re not alone—the "GUESTS" are hunting you. Trust the "GUIDES" to survive. Or don't.
Why similar: Visual Novel 15.7%, Choices Matter 13.6%, Multiple Endings 12.7%, Psychological Horror 12.5%, Drama 11.1%
- #24 When Livia Disappeared
81% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Shadowfay GamesPub: Studio Svaberg
Windows
A fantasy visual novel set in the 1920s. Perform ritual magic, craft potions, and uncover the secrets of the Order that maintains the balance between worlds.
Why similar: Visual Novel 12.7%, Magic 11.3%, Choices Matter 11.2%, Lore-Rich 10%, Multiple Endings 10%
- #25 Melancholy Love
81% matchVery Positive94% of 71 reviews2021
Dev: White Dew GamesPub: Kikai Digital
Windows · Mac
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: Visual Novel 14%, Drama 12.5%, Emotional 12.4%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Multiple Endings 12.2%
- #26 LUNADUN: LUNATIC DUNGEON
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Team BONA
Windows
You choose a favorite and walk beside them. But those you left behind — where do they go while you're gone? LUNADUN: LUNATIC DUNGEON is an emotional adventure where choices shape the fate of four characters. 'The ones you loved, the ones you ignored — you don't get to walk away from either of them.'
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 13%, Visual Novel 12.9%, LGBTQ+ 10.4%, Multiple Endings 10.4%, Psychological Horror 10.2%
- #27 BBirthday - Visual Novel
80% matchPositive91% of 32 reviews2023
Dev: Yun Seven
Windows
Help Bianca to relive the 15 years of her life, but from another perspective 👁️. Enjoy this dreamcore style visual novel with escape room elements and hints of horror. Unlock different endings. ✨
Why similar: Visual Novel 14.9%, Multiple Endings 14%, Psychological Horror 12.1%, Choices Matter 11.8%, Female Protagonist 10.9%
- #28 Syrup and the Ultimate Sweet
78% matchVery Positive97% of 64 reviews2025
Dev: NomnomNami
Windows · Mac · Linux
A candy alchemist finds a candy golem in her basement workshop...
Why similar: Visual Novel 16.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 16.4%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Multiple Endings 13.6%, LGBTQ+ 13.3%
- #29 The Missing Parts of Maria Gwozdek
79% matchVery Positive96% of 136 reviews2023
Dev: Senokos Games
Windows · Linux
The Missing Parts of Maria Gwozdek is a dark fantasy visual novel about fulfilling your aspirations by sacrificing parts of yourself. Literally.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 14.2%, Visual Novel 13.5%, Multiple Endings 12.5%, Psychological Horror 11.7%, Female Protagonist 10.4%
- #30 Spirit Whisperer Conversation With Kamiko
78% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Feeling Potion
Windows · Mac
She died, but no one ever asked her what really happened. Now she speaks—and you're the only one listening. What you say will decide whether she finally moves on… or disappears forever.
Why similar: Visual Novel 13.9%, Choices Matter 12.4%, Female Protagonist 12%, Multiple Endings 12%, Emotional 11.3%
- #31 Eclipse : Special Forces
76% matchVery Positive94% of 52 reviews2025
Dev: MoonSun
Windows · Mac
MEN ARE EXTINCT. ONLY WOMEN REMAIN. Welcome to Eclipse—a choice-driven Yuri VN where God, Kings, Soldiers, and even Villains are all women. As Haesu, an elite agent, your choices will forge her destiny and the very future of the world. Amidst love, desire, and bloodshed—can you handle the truth?
Why similar: Visual Novel 12.8%, Lore-Rich 11.3%, LGBTQ+ 10.7%, Multiple Endings 10.4%, Choices Matter 10%
- #32 Sweet Girl Gurumelo
77% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2023
Dev: Hamokalt
Windows
Amanita is feeling down lately. She lost her best friend and she can't do anything about it. Could you listen to her story, and maybe help her out?
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.3%, Drama 18.3%, Multiple Endings 17.5%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Emotional 14.5%
- #33 Call Me Cera
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Toadhouse GamesPub: Team Toadhouse
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 'crunchy wholesome' game about making friends as an adult.
Why similar: Visual Novel 14.7%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Emotional 12.1%, LGBTQ+ 11.2%, Choices Matter 10.2%
- #34 The Witch In The Woods
74% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: Dream Nyght Studio
Windows · Mac
In the treacherous Greywind Forest, a mysterious and dangerous witch resides. Nellie enters the forest, driven by her own motives. A fateful encounter awaits as their paths intertwine in this captivating fantasy Yuri visual novel. Unveil the secrets that lie ahead and make your choices.
Why similar: Visual Novel 15.5%, Choices Matter 13.6%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Emotional 10.8%, Multiple Endings 10.5%
- #35 To Be With You
77% matchPositive96% of 28 reviews2021
Dev: Illus Seed Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A semi-autobiographical horror visual novel about unhealthy relationships. Can you help Alsie save her relationship from ruin?
Why similar: Visual Novel 11.8%, Emotional 11.8%, Drama 11.5%, Psychological Horror 10.2%, Female Protagonist 9.5%
- #36 Jessica's Choices - Forced [Episode 1]
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DoAdventures
Windows · Mac · Linux
Your story continues right where Origins left off. Whether Jessica finds herself wandering the streets alone, caught in George’s web of deceit, or trapped in the unsettling confines of Margaret Thatuals under Professor Trounch’s watchful gaze and the orderlies, every choice matters.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19%, Female Protagonist 16%, Multiple Endings 15.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.4%, Choices Matter 10.4%
- #37 MAMIYA
75% matchVery Positive93% of 444 reviews2021
Dev: Kenkou LandPub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
MAMIYA is a captivating, dark mystery visual novel in which a group of young men struggle against existential dread before the end of the world.
Why similar: Visual Novel 14.2%, Psychological Horror 12.6%, LGBTQ+ 11.1%, Drama 10.1%, Multiple Endings 10.1%
- #38 Return to Ash
72% matchVery Positive98% of 115 reviews2025
Dev: Serenity Forge
Windows · Mac · Linux
“The hospital was empty. Quiet, and brighter than usual... like waking up on a snow day. But I didn't feel cold. I didn't feel much of anything.”
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.2%, Emotional 16.1%, LGBTQ+ 14%, Multiple Endings 13.9%, Choices Matter 10.9%
- #39 summer haze/glory days
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Yam Harvest Games
Windows · Linux
Go on a cross-country tour with your band in pursuit of fame, success, and happiness in this drama visual novel set during the summer of 2007.
Why similar: Visual Novel 13.4%, Drama 12.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12%, Multiple Endings 11.7%, Choices Matter 11.4%
- #40 The Paracelsian Project
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Sixkilla Gaming
Windows · Mac · Linux
You awaken in an unfamiliar location with unfamiliar people and are surrounded by mystery. Will you be able to solve the puzzle and uncover why you are here in this sci-fi/mystery/puzzle visual novel? The future hangs in the balance.
Why similar: Visual Novel 12.7%, Multiple Endings 12.1%, Choices Matter 10.8%, Emotional 9.9%, Psychological Horror 9.9%
- #41 State of Presence
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Harmony Frontiers
Windows · Mac
Waking up in a stranger's apartment is a jarring experience, even worse is learning you're there because you died. Phase between memories, the liminal plane, and current day to uncover your demise. Both the dead and living can help you on this journey. Will you play it safe or take risks?
Why similar: Drama 12.4%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Emotional 11.5%, LGBTQ+ 10.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.2%
- #42 Zero-Sum Heart
71% matchVery Positive95% of 226 reviews2024
Dev: Citreat Studio
Windows · Mac
"I" make a deal with the witch to give up my heart, in exchange for love— from everyone. Is it worth it if losing my heart means gaining *his*? ————————————————————————— In this short visual novel, make choices and answer the question: is love a zero-sum game?
Why similar: Drama 11.6%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Emotional 11.1%, Multiple Endings 11%, Choices Matter 10.7%
- #43 氷点下30度の絶望
69% matchVery Positive97% of 285 reviews2025
Dev: Mitsudomoe Koubou
Windows
可愛い後輩と2人っきり……冷凍庫の中で。 低体温症、矛盾脱衣、幻覚などの苦痛を乗り越えた先にあるのは、「真相」と「死」のみ。
Why similar: Conversation 14.1%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Psychological Horror 13.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13%, Multiple Endings 12.1%
- #44 Rose in the Mist
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: KOSTIANTYN L
Windows
A fantasy-adventure visual novel with choices that affect the heroine's character and the ending she arrives at. Meet the residents of the Misty Witch's estate and get close to her mysterious guests. Love, friendship and hatred in a fascinating story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 13.9%, Drama 13.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.6%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Magic 12.3%
- #45 Morningtide Motel
70% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Slandercast Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Your motel is busy for the first time in years. Antsy city-folk and dispossessed teens flood your rooms, and you can barely keep up. Now, after a week of all-nighters spent managing reservations, room service requests, and Yup! reviews, you begin to wonder… could you even fall asleep if you tried?
Why similar: Multiple Endings 13.6%, Choices Matter 11.9%, Psychological Horror 11.6%, Visual Novel 11.3%, Conversation 11.3%
- #46 Forgive or Finalize
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 72studio
Windows · Mac
A short-form psychological thriller. Confront the mysterious Finn through a monitor. No strategy or puzzles—just choices and their consequences. Simply answer his questions and witness the end.
Why similar: Psychological Horror 19.1%, Visual Novel 18.8%, Multiple Endings 17.2%, Choices Matter 15.2%, Dark 11%
- #47 one night, hot springs
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,091 reviews2018
Dev: npckc
Windows · Mac · Linux
Haru is invited by her old friend Manami to spend a night at the hot springs. All Haru wants to do is enjoy the hot springs like everyone else, but she doesn't want to cause any trouble...
Why similar: Visual Novel 15.3%, Female Protagonist 14%, LGBTQ+ 13.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13%, Multiple Endings 12.7%
- #48 The Lattice Grimoire
73% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: Sat-Yuga Studios
Windows · Mac
The curse wove your fates together. Now their thoughts and feelings influence you and your actions determine their fates. Will you be able to break the curse? Or will their dark pasts drag you into an inescapable despair? And can a fresh start really erase the past?
Why similar: Visual Novel 14.3%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.5%, Drama 9.9%, LGBTQ+ 8.6%
- #49 A Great Hunger
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: GoldieClaws
Windows · Mac · Linux
A short Visual Novel where a demon offers a woman a terrifying proposal: to kill the man she once loved.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 14.9%, Visual Novel 14.7%, Drama 14.6%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Multiple Endings 11.8%
- #50 project; VIRAI: DOOMER’s LIFE ESCAPE
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: RIKANIMATION
Windows · Mac
You play as Hicha — a shut-in girl whose only reason to live is her virtual avatar, Virai. Help her escape the depressive nightmare before it consumes her completely.
Why similar: Psychological Horror 13.9%, Visual Novel 11.5%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Multiple Endings 11.2%, Drama 10.6%
- #51 Fate of Persephone
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nuts and Volts Electronics
Windows
A grid-based, point-and-click, RPG where your actions and decisions have lasting consequences and uniquely shape your story.
Why similar: Drama 12.5%, Magic 11.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.6%, Lore-Rich 11%, Choices Matter 10.3%
- #52 Dawn of Griseo
70% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: 白砂庵
Windows
A medium-length visual novel set in a fantasy world where magic exists. The encounter between a boy living in a rural farming village and a girl who is a dark wizard leads to the revelation of truths that were never meant to be revealed.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.7%, Magic 18%, Multiple Endings 15%, Fantasy 11.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.7%
- #53 Harmony: The Fall of Reverie
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 269 reviews2023
Dev: DON'T NOD
Windows
The fate of humanity is at stake. Use your gift of clairvoyance to see into the future and stop an apocalypse that threatens the balance between your world and the deities'.
Why similar: Visual Novel 12.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.5%, Choices Matter 11.4%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Emotional 10.8%
- #54 The Cost of Salvation
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mokou Games
Windows · Mac
The Cost of Salvation is a story-rich adventure about a being created to preserve the world’s balance. Awaken across centuries, form fragile bonds, and face the weight of sacrifice in a journey through time, memory, and the meaning of life itself.
Why similar: Emotional 14.5%, Lore-Rich 12.7%, Choices Matter 11.7%, Drama 11.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.9%
- #55 Rootless
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: White Guardian Studios LLC
Windows
Guide Trask, a young seedling born into a cave-dwelling family that fears the outside world. Uncover the secrets of a mysterious tree and fight to save everyone trapped in their isolated home. Explore strange environments, absorb animal traits, and overcome dangers in this adventure.
Why similar: Lore-Rich 11.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Visual Novel 10.7%, Multiple Endings 10.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.8%
- #56 Iris Odyssey
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Eisnid
Windows
Iris Odyssey is a text-based adventure game. In the heart of Shibuya, an orphaned girl searching for her family and a magical crime investigator are brought together by fate. Their journey will challenge them and spark a battle against unimaginable forces. A modern fantasy adventure begins.
Why similar: Visual Novel 16.1%, Drama 14.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.5%, Emotional 12.4%
- #57 WITCH ON THE HOLY NIGHT
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 7,330 reviews2023
Dev: TYPE-MOONPub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
Median: 14.0 hrsMean: 62.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A tale told with vivid colors and rich sound in a classic TYPE-MOON visual novel.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.9%, Magic 15.8%, Drama 15.3%, Emotional 11.7%, Female Protagonist 10.8%
- #58 ZEROSEGI
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sayberry Games Inc.
Windows
A TRPG × Visual Novel led by the roll of the dice. You arrive at Seiria Magic Academy just one week before the centennial 'Violet Eclipse.' Immerse yourself in campus life, romance seven heroines, and uncover the world's hidden secrets. Your choices alone will reshape the fate of this world.
Why similar: Visual Novel 16.7%, Lore-Rich 13.9%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Conversation 12.4%, Drama 9.7%
- #59 Summer Pockets REFLECTION BLUE
64% matchVery Positive88% of 989 reviews2025
Dev: VISUAL ARTS/KeyPub: VISUAL ARTS
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 118.0 hrs≥1hr: 62%
No matter how much times passes... I remember that blue, blue summer. Summer Pockets, the midsummer story brought to you by Key, has been powered-up with even more to play, including new heroines and routes, in Summer Pockets REFLECTION BLUE, now available on Steam!
Why similar: Visual Novel 18.8%, Emotional 16.7%, Multiple Endings 16.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 15.1%, Choices Matter 10.2%
- #60 Chronicles of Taldun: The Remainder
67% matchVery Positive97% of 148 reviews2022
Dev: Square Weasel Studio
Windows · Linux
A dark fantasy tale where death is not the end but the path to the truth. Two magi trapped in a collapsing tower must unravel a deadly mystery. Each death reveals another piece of the puzzle that is their shared past and forbidden love. For fans of House in Fata Morgana and literary dark fantasy.
Why similar: Visual Novel 11%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Multiple Endings 10.5%, Emotional 9.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.6%