- #1 Dark Nights
97% matchVery Positive92% of 412 reviews2022
Dev: Pinlin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Nothing is as it seems.
Why similar: Otome 37% ★, Romance 12.7%, Dating Sim 9.2%, Visual Novel 8.7%, Mystery 8.7%
- #2 Date Warp
96% matchVery Positive89% of 178 reviews2014
Dev: Hanako Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Five days ago, Janet left her dorm to go on a date - and never came back. Was she kidnapped? Murdered? The truth may be even stranger. Solve puzzles to connect together pieces of the story in a science-fiction adventure with eleven possible endings!
Why similar: Otome 25.4% ★, Time Travel 20.5% ★, Romance 10.4%, Visual Novel 9.1%, Female Protagonist 8.8%
- #3 Amnesia™: Memories
96% matchVery Positive92% of 4,248 reviews2015
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
You awaken to find your memories gone. To learn the truth behind your amnesia, you’ll choose from five romantic paths, each its own world. With 20+ endings, can you write the lasting love story you deserve, or will your love and life come to an end?
Why similar: Otome 48.8% ★, Romance 11.1%, Visual Novel 10.5%, Dating Sim 10%, Female Protagonist 9.5%
- #4 Dream Kitchen
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio SoulAres
Windows
Follow the story from different points of view and make choices to decide your future on five different routes and discover the mystery behind this magical adventure as you find love with one of the appliances of your kitchen.
Why similar: Otome 34.6% ★, Romance 12.6%, Dating Sim 11.4%, Female Protagonist 8.3%, Visual Novel 8%
- #5 Of Frost and Flowers
94% matchVery Positive91% of 66 reviews2023
Dev: Elseth GamesPub: Neoclassic Games
Windows · Mac
An otome-fantasy visual novel. Play as Alto, a fearless knight, and enter a world of magic and myths with secrets waiting for you to unveil.
Why similar: Otome 36.2% ★, Romance 12.6%, Dating Sim 11.3%, Visual Novel 8.7%, Female Protagonist 8.5%
- #6 Actala: The Hero's Shadow
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ChattercapPub: Chattercap LLC
Windows
The fairy tale is over. The Hero won. But the story is just beginning. Explore the web of intrigue in this mystery/fantasy romance visual novel featuring hundreds of animated illustrations.
Why similar: Otome 37% ★, Romance 12.6%, Dating Sim 10.6%, Visual Novel 8.7%, Female Protagonist 7.4%
- #7 Unquiet Grey
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ENDYSIS
Windows · Mac · Linux
You can't save him... but what if you could meet him again? Unquiet Grey is a heartbreaking timeloop visual novel about a troubled young woman and the kind-hearted musician she loves through countless lifetimes.
Why similar: Otome 26.7% ★, Romance 16.6%, Time Travel 15.3% ★, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Visual Novel 9.2%
- #8 7'scarlet
92% matchMostly Positive75% of 867 reviews2019
Dev: IDEA FACTORYPub: Intragames
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The remote town of Okunezato is shaped like a crescent moon and shrouded in dark myths and legends. Take on the role of a brave young woman journeying into the unknown to uncover dangerous truths and locate her missing brother with her childhood friend.
Why similar: Otome 40.6% ★, Romance 12%, Dating Sim 11%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Visual Novel 9.2%
- #9 Moondusk Masquerade
91% matchPositive80% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Nochi Studios
Windows · Mac
Moondusk Masquerade - an otome romance game inspired by Cinderella, Bridgerton and Faeries - featuring a GxB/GxG romance!
Why similar: Otome 34.4% ★, Romance 13.3%, Dating Sim 11.2%, Lore-Rich 8.9%, Female Protagonist 8.8%
- #10 Puss in Combat Boots
91% matchMostly Positive78% of 41 reviews2023
Dev: PrimulaPub: pencil
Windows
Cats + Armies + the Apocalypse! In a world ruled by bushy-tailed, bipedal catfolk, "humans" are mythical beings worshipped as gods. Those who pass a human's trial will have their wish granted... This is the tale of the girl who met a god.
Why similar: Otome 44.5% ★, Dating Sim 13.2%, Romance 11.1%, Visual Novel 10.4%, Female Protagonist 9.3%
- #11 OZMAFIA!!
90% matchVery Positive82% of 679 reviews2016
Dev: Poni-Pachet SYPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Once upon a time, a girl, her pet dog, and three companions made a journey to meet a great wizard who could grant their wishes. But what if the girl hadn’t believed that “there’s no place like home”? Explore a fairytale world through a dozen routes and 20+ endings!
Why similar: Otome 55.7% ★, Romance 11.3%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Visual Novel 9.6%, Dating Sim 7.9%
- #12 Cinderella Phenomenon - Otome/Visual Novel
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,122 reviews2017
Dev: Dicesuki
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The Fairytale Curse was only the beginning...
Why similar: Otome 48.2% ★, Romance 14.7%, Visual Novel 11.4%, Female Protagonist 10%, Dating Sim 6.2%
- #13 Dandelion - Wishes brought to you -
89% matchVery Positive86% of 774 reviews2014
Dev: Sujin RiPub: Cheritz
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Dandelion -Wishes brought to you- is a female-oriented game developed by Cheritz. The game was released in South Korea in August, 2012. The English translation for Dandelion was released on Nov, 2012. Dandelion is known as a unique dating simulation with a sensational storyline and charming characters.
Why similar: Otome 49.7% ★, Dating Sim 16.4%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Visual Novel 9.4%, Romance 8.8%
- #14 Melty Amethyst
87% matchPositive84% of 32 reviews2024
Dev: Miniature fleurPub: VNka
Windows
The full-voiced otome visual novel that adds colour to ordinary life.
Why similar: Otome 43.9% ★, Romance 14.4%, Visual Novel 12.2%, Dating Sim 8.8%, Female Protagonist 6.8%
- #15 Nameless ~The one thing you must recall~
88% matchVery Positive93% of 766 reviews2014
Dev: Sujin RiPub: Cheritz
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Nameless ~The one thing you must recall~ is a visual novel game designed for female audiences. It was distributed by the publisher, Cheritz, in English, Korean, and Japanese on Nov. 11th, 2013 and now it is available on Steam.
Why similar: Otome 46.7% ★, Dating Sim 18.1%, Romance 10.8%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Visual Novel 9%
- #16 Backstage Pass
86% matchVery Positive86% of 279 reviews2016
Dev: sakevisual
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 98%
A visual novel/sim game about life, love, and working in the entertainment industry. Play as makeup artist Sian Goodin as she navigates the world of showbiz. Make friends, forge business relationships, and maybe even find romance!
Why similar: Otome 47.9% ★, Visual Novel 13.1%, Dating Sim 12.2%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Romance 8.5%
- #17 Low Effort Romance
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: AzureXtwilightPub: Neoclassic Games
Windows
Low Effort Romance is an otome visual novel about two tired adults who accidentally fall for each other between quarterly reports. Can you juggle deadlines, nosy coworkers, group projects, and a romance that keeps almost happening on company property?
Why similar: Otome 38% ★, Dating Sim 14.1%, Visual Novel 11.4%, Romance 10%, Female Protagonist 9.6%
- #18 DesperaDrops
84% matchPositive84% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: WIZARDSOFT CORPORATIONPub: D3PUBLISHER
Windows
A romance visual novel game made in collaboration with D3P and Red Entertainment. Crime ADV “DesperaDrops” of love and escape. An innocent fugitive and six villains. Their escape in search of freedom begins--...
Why similar: Otome 49.7% ★, Romance 12.9%, Dating Sim 12.5%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Adventure 4.5%
- #19 Prank Masters – Otome Game
85% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2018
Dev: Lockvia Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A romantic comedy otome visual novel where you play as a heroine prankster.
Why similar: Otome 39.8% ★, Dating Sim 13.4%, Romance 13.1%, Visual Novel 9.4%, Female Protagonist 9.1%
- #20 NEKOPARA - Catboys Paradise
84% matchVery Positive89% of 5,436 reviews2021
Dev: NEKO WORKsPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 56%
When your grandfather passes away and you inherit his café, it's a tall task for anyone. But with the help of 4 talented catboys, Cafe Kin'uan is ready for business in NEKOPARA - Catboys Paradise!
Why similar: Otome 51.3% ★, Dating Sim 12.7%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Visual Novel 10.4%, Romance 7.1%
- #21 Mirage Noir
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Studio Chawan
Windows · Mac · Linux
Mirage Noir is a detective romance visual novel where every lead could bring you closer to love—or straight into a killer’s hands.
Why similar: Otome 34.2% ★, Dating Sim 11.5%, Romance 9.4%, Mystery 9.2%, Visual Novel 9%
- #22 REPLAY BOYS
82% matchVery Positive95% of 122 reviews2023
Dev: Split Narrative Inc.
Windows · Mac
Band emergency! This was supposed to be Hannah’s day off, but now she’s been roped into managing The Replay Boys, an up-and-coming boy band. Make choices to stoke multi-timeline romances, keep the band from killing each other, and fight a resurrected ’80s pop star ghost. Can you manage?
Why similar: Otome 33.3% ★, Time Travel 14.7% ★, Romance 10.4%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Visual Novel 8.9%
- #23 モノマギア・カンタービレ
82% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: MBA INTERNATIONAL
Windows · Mac
This game does not support English, the following is Japanese description. これは未来に希望をつなぐ、愛のお話。 トランプと魔法の旅が始まる……。 少女は気が付くと、見知らぬ部屋に立っていた。 外には、絵本のような異国の建物がならぶ街。 ここはトランプ、【モノマギア】で全てを決める世界。 自分の世界に戻るため、主人公は仲間たちと共に旅にでる。 これは「未来に希望をつなぐ」ための物語。
Why similar: Otome 38.7% ★, Dating Sim 12.4%, Romance 11.8%, Visual Novel 9.3%, Female Protagonist 9.1%
- #24 私のリアルは充実しすぎている フルボイス版
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,235 reviews2022
Dev: TetraScopePub: HotchPotch K.K.
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
顔良し、頭良し、性格良し。 完全無欠のリア充女子が送るドタバタラブコメディ!(たぶん)
Why similar: Otome 43.3% ★, Romance 12.4%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Visual Novel 8.7%, Dating Sim 7.3%
- #25 Enamored Risks
81% matchVery Positive86% of 204 reviews2020
Dev: Crystal Game Works
Windows
Upon finding a mysterious social media account, Alex sets out to find the origins of the photos and meets three urban explorers, each of them unearthing something new and unfamiliar in her heart.
Why similar: Otome 36% ★, Romance 13.2%, Dating Sim 12.7%, Visual Novel 9.9%, Mystery 8.1%
- #26 My Love for You is Evermore
79% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: LovelyInc LLC
Windows · Mac
My Love for You is Evermore is an interactive office-romance visual novel. Customize your character, explore branching dialogue choices, and experience voice calls from your suitors as you pursue multiple endings in a star-studded love story.
Why similar: Otome 45.1% ★, Romance 13.6%, Dating Sim 13.4%, Visual Novel 7.8%, Female Protagonist 4%
- #27 Area-X
81% matchPositive100% of 33 reviews2015
Dev: Zeiva Inc
Windows
is a blend between Visual Novel and Adventure Game. Follow the story of Elcia as she time travels and solves the mysteries of her surroundings.
Why similar: Otome 35.1% ★, Visual Novel 14.1%, Time Travel 11.3% ★, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Romance 6.9%
- #28 Cinderella Phenomenon: Evermore
79% matchVery Positive96% of 217 reviews2021
Dev: Dicesuki
Windows · Mac · Linux
What happens after Happily Ever After…?
Why similar: Otome 40.9% ★, Romance 16.4%, Dating Sim 13.5%, Visual Novel 12.2%, Female Protagonist 4.8%
- #29 Vibrant Frame
77% matchVery Positive94% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: Lumiere Entertainment Inc.Pub: Smilegate
Windows
An otome novel adventure that captures a slice of life and sweet romance of youths striving for their dreams without despairing over reality.
Why similar: Otome 41.6% ★, Dating Sim 15.5%, Romance 13.2%, Visual Novel 10.9%, Female Protagonist 9.1%
- #30 XOXO Droplets
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 353 reviews2017
Dev: GB Patch Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
An otome dating sim about a humorously jerky young lady and her mission to woo one of multiple uniquely, but equally, obnoxious guys.
Why similar: Otome 40.2% ★, Dating Sim 15.8%, Romance 12.8%, Visual Novel 11.2%, Female Protagonist 10.5%
- #31 Nightshade/百花百狼
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 778 reviews2017
Dev: Red EntertainmentPub: D3PUBLISHER
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 25.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A romance visual novel game made in collaboration with D3P and Red Entertainment.Character design and illustrations are by the popular illustrator Teita. The romance revolves around Ninjas who have lived through the Sengoku Period. This game has published in 2016 as PS Vita in Japan.
Why similar: Otome 58.5% ★, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Visual Novel 9.1%, Romance 8.8%, Dating Sim 7.2%
- #32 The Demon's Apple - Otome Game
76% matchMostly Positive71% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: Kakera
Windows · Mac
The Demon's Apple is a Dark Fantasy otome game with mature content. Pomme, a herbalist as to make an alliance with a bloodthirsty demon she saved to survive in a world hostile to both. Play as Pomme who has to learn to live under the same roof as the demon who wants her blood and more.
Why similar: Otome 45.9% ★, Romance 15%, Dating Sim 11.1%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Visual Novel 5.9%
- #33 Diffraction
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rain Droplet Atelier
Windows
A quiet coming-of-age story about how photography changed the lives of three people in a rainy small town and the paths in life they took with it.
Why similar: Otome 40.1% ★, Romance 12.3%, Visual Novel 9.8%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Dating Sim 8.7%
- #34 Meiji Tokyo Renka Full Moon
74% matchVery Positive93% of 192 reviews2024
Dev: dramatic create
Windows
“Meiji Tokyo Renka Full Moon” (also known as “Meikoi”) is a historical romance fantasy game in which the main character travels back in time to the Meiji era and meets and falls in love with the great figures of history. Having ability changes her relationship with them....
Why similar: Otome 37.5% ★, Romance 12.9%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Dating Sim 10.2%, Visual Novel 7.4%
- #35 Zodiac Axis
75% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: Studio Theophilus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Zodiac Axis is a mystery visual novel (story-based game with choices) that blends suspense, romance, and Asian-inspired fantasy elements using charming characters and a lush worldlore.
Why similar: Otome 51.8% ★, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Romance 11.2%, Visual Novel 9.9%, Mystery 7.2%
- #36 X-note
77% matchMixed51% of 253 reviews2015
Dev: Zeiva Inc
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 97%
X-note is a blend between Visual Novel and Dating Sim. Follow the story of Essi as she pursues the truth of her mother's death.
Why similar: Otome 42.1% ★, Visual Novel 16.1%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Romance 6%, Dating Sim 5.1%
- #37 Fate's Masquerade: Otome Visual Novel
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Small Serenity Studio
Windows · Mac
In this animated manhwa-inspired romance fantasy, toy with princes behind their perfect masks. Fall in love? Maybe. Make them fall for you? Absolutely. You are unpredictable, audacious, and just unhinged enough to make history. Heroine or villainess? Why not both?
Why similar: Otome 52.7% ★, Dating Sim 16.7%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Visual Novel 12.8%, Romance 1.1%
- #38 甜点恋人 / Pastry Lovers
75% matchMostly Positive72% of 311 reviews2017
Dev: 橙光游戏
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Pastry Lovers is an adventure simulation game that sets in a fantastic Pastry Kingdom. Sakura, the main character, grows into a pastry master and gains romantic love.
Why similar: Otome 47.2% ★, Dating Sim 14.4%, Romance 11.9%, Visual Novel 11.1%, Female Protagonist 6.2%
- #39 Psychedelica of the Black Butterfly
73% matchVery Positive85% of 890 reviews2018
Dev: IDEA FACTORYPub: Intragames
Windows
Median: 10.6 hrsMean: 16.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Awakening in a mysterious mansion, her first, frantic thoughts are: 'Where am I? And more importantly, WHO am I?'
Why similar: Otome 63.2% ★, Visual Novel 10.1%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Romance 8.1%, Mystery 4.6%
- #40 My Vow to My Liege
72% matchVery Positive92% of 4,086 reviews2020
Dev: YETU GAMEPub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
《My Vow to My Liege》is a visual novel dating game. Players get to play as a girl disguised as the King of Ng, a man. The 4 dateable characters are: the guide, the enemy, the minister and the guard.Will they choose the man over the country? Love over hate? Who will they finally end up with?
Why similar: Otome 47.5% ★, Romance 18%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Visual Novel 11%, Anime 2.5%
- #41 Let`s not stay friends
73% matchMostly Positive80% of 309 reviews2017
Dev: Violet FeaturePub: Vorobushek
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Friendship is a wonderful thing… unless you are friends with a girl who has no idea you have feelings for her! Inske, a student of magical arts, is troubled by the upcoming outdoors exam, and can't even imagine that someone might want to use the test as an opportunity to get close to her.
Why similar: Otome 49.3% ★, Visual Novel 11.7%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Romance 11.2%, Dating Sim 11.1%
- #42 Gods of Love: An Otome Visual Novel
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 45 reviews2020
Dev: Y Press Otomes
Windows · Mac · Linux
An otome with strong, independent protagonist and hints of spicy scenes! The healer Thalia has developed magical powers and the gods of her world think she might be a new goddess they can marry. Poor Thalia just wants to do her work.
Why similar: Otome 41.8% ★, Romance 14.6%, Dating Sim 13.1%, Visual Novel 10.1%, Female Protagonist 8.3%
- #43 Espresso For The Demon
71% matchPositive94% of 36 reviews2023
Dev: Vorobushek
Windows
A new coffee shop suddenly opened in the city. On-time, because Wisa really needs a moonlighting. She gets a job with her classmates: cheerful Frank and quiet Estr. What could possibly be wrong?
Why similar: Otome 48.4% ★, Romance 12.2%, Visual Novel 9.2%, Female Protagonist 9%, Dating Sim 8.8%
- #44 Karamu Trilogy
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ChattercapPub: Chattercap LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
A trilogy of dark, horror romance visual novels about a girl who tries to break up with her (obsessive) boyfriend who really doesn't want to break up. He's hiding secrets, but you've got a few of your own. Unravel your shared pasts and try to make it out of this relationship (alive).
Why similar: Otome 39.6% ★, Romance 13.6%, Dating Sim 12.2%, Female Protagonist 8.6%, Visual Novel 8.3%
- #45 The Crimson Flower that Divides: Lunar Coupling
70% matchVery Positive81% of 63 reviews2023
Dev: dramatic create
Windows
On a continent where the number of women has drastically decreased due to an incurable disease known as "The Rot." The heroine, Naala was welcomed into the royal family and began to feel at ease in her life as Auri's bride. However, ...
Why similar: Otome 49.9% ★, Romance 20.2%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Visual Novel 9.8%, Adventure 3.8%
- #46 月华辉映之刻
68% matchVery Positive90% of 4,417 reviews2025
Dev: 侠客狗工作室
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
——这是由阴阳两面的夹缝中,诞生的深刻羁绊。世人只言开封繁华,歌舞升平,却难以看到那,被隐藏起来的黑暗背面。粉饰的美好,残酷的真相。生者的思念,亡者的祝福。所以,你要止步当前,还是深究一切?
Why similar: Otome 34.5% ★, Dating Sim 11.7%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Romance 8.7%, Visual Novel 7.9%
- #47 The Charming Empire
72% matchMixed54% of 81 reviews2017
Dev: OperaHouse CorporationPub: Dogenzaka Lab
Windows
“The Charming Empire” is a dating simulation game set in the Taisho Roman era of Japanese history. Popular voice actors known for their talent in anime and video games bring our five main characters to life. Your ears will thank you to hear their performances across all the main scenarios.
Why similar: Otome 42% ★, Dating Sim 24.8%, Female Protagonist 9.3%, Romance 8.3%, Visual Novel 8.3%
- #48 Glass Heart
70% matchVery Positive92% of 52 reviews2023
Dev: Eternal Love Studios, LLC.
Windows
A 20% chance is all you have to survive the surgery. Will love give you the strength to continue this life or will you be singing with the angels? The choice is yours.
Why similar: Otome 40.6% ★, Romance 14.2%, Dating Sim 11.7%, Visual Novel 8.8%, Female Protagonist 8.7%
- #49 The Retrospection Of Tomorrow
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Cherish Fan
Windows · Mac · Linux
In this non-linear, time-travel romance visual novel, you'll date four captivating love interests just like in any ordinary otome game… until they die before your eyes(!). Trapped between memories and delusions, fighting fate itself—can you rewrite their endings? Dear time traveler, welcome home.
Why similar: Otome 29.9% ★, Time Travel 21.4% ★, Romance 9.4%, Dating Sim 9.1%, Female Protagonist 8.1%
- #50 The Men of Yoshiwara: Kikuya
71% matchMostly Positive74% of 484 reviews2015
Dev: Dogenzaka Lab
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
"The Men of Yoshiwara" is a popular romance game for women. At the end, to whom is it that you will be talking of love? Vocal opening song/English text
Why similar: Otome 61.7% ★, Visual Novel 11.6%, Romance 8.6%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Dating Sim 5.6%
- #51 Hakuoki: Kyoto Winds
69% matchVery Positive93% of 2,231 reviews2017
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Romance 12 handsome warriors and the samurai of the Shinsengumi, uncover their dark secrets, and conquer your demons in this historical fantasy visual novel! Your narrative choices unlock multiple branching storylines and 30 different endings!
Why similar: Otome 53.4% ★, Visual Novel 12.8%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Romance 10.4%, Dating Sim 5%
- #52 TAISHO x ALICE: HEADS & TAILS
68% matchVery Positive92% of 153 reviews2022
Dev: PrimulaPub: pencil
Windows
Like a coin, TAISHO x ALICE has two sides: the real world and the Looking-Glass World. Without darkness, there can be no light... It's time to take a peek behind the curtain in TAISHO x ALICE: HEADS & TAILS!
Why similar: Otome 48.8% ★, Dating Sim 14.5%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Adventure 6%
- #53 Destind: Mr. Almost Right
68% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: UNICO INC.Pub: Voltage Inc.
Windows
“When are you getting married?” When you’re finding the reality of your romantic life too bleak to bare, you’re matched through an app to a man with a 99% compatibility rating. Who could be the man of your destiny?
Why similar: Otome 49.2% ★, Dating Sim 15%, Romance 10.5%, Visual Novel 6.4%, Female Protagonist 5.8%
- #54 The Confines Of The Crown
69% matchVery Positive89% of 256 reviews2015
Dev: Hanako Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Madeleine Valois is a prince's companion. It is her responsibility to keep him out of trouble - not to let him walk blindly into a political minefield, not to let him get arrested for a crime he didn't commit, and definitely not to let him fall in love with her...
Why similar: Otome 39.6% ★, Visual Novel 12.6%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Romance 10.8%, Dating Sim 5.7%
- #55 Steam Prison
69% matchVery Positive84% of 432 reviews2019
Dev: HuneXPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
There are two kinds of people: the rulers and the ruled. The Heights are a gorgeous utopia. The Depths, a filthy industrial wasteland. Our heroine, raised in the Heights, has nothing but contempt for those below.
Why similar: Otome 60% ★, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Romance 9.9%, Visual Novel 8.6%, Dating Sim 2.3%
- #56 TAISHO x ALICE epilogue
67% matchVery Positive92% of 608 reviews2021
Dev: PrimulaPub: pencil
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 63%
This is the final installment of TAISHO x ALICE, a fairytale visual novel in which YOU must save your Prince Charming! Take on the role of the heroine in order to rehabilitate your chosen love interest and guide him to his "happily ever after" once and for all!
Why similar: Otome 53.2% ★, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Romance 11%, Adventure 5.3%
- #57 Our Two Bedroom Story
67% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: UNICO INC.Pub: Voltage Inc.
Windows
You could live with me.
Why similar: Otome 49.8% ★, Romance 16.7%, Visual Novel 13.6%, Female Protagonist 7.6%, Adventure 4.8%
- #58 The Garden of the Gods
67% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: KUMOHA Holdings Inc.
Windows · Mac
―Do you believe in Gods' existence ?――This is the story of a young girl led by an unexpected fate― ""The Garden of the Gods"", a love simulation game (otome). The curtain is opening now on a life with the Gods in an alternate world of Japanese style and gorgeous Live2D illustrations!
Why similar: Otome 43.7% ★, Romance 18.9%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Lore-Rich 5.6%
- #59 Reimei no Gakuen - Otome/Visual Novel
67% matchPositive92% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: Raikon Kitsune
Windows · Mac · Linux
A visual novel of modern-day fantasy, bonds, and a mystery that brings misery to the children born with a strange power.
Why similar: Otome 36.8% ★, Romance 12.7%, Visual Novel 9.3%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Dating Sim 8.1%
- #60 Tailor Tales
66% matchVery Positive95% of 1,004 reviews2019
Dev: CeliannaPub: Pixanna
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Play as an aspiring fashion designer with your own boutique and experience a heart pounding romance.
Why similar: Otome 49.6% ★, Romance 15.3%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Dating Sim 6.9%