- #1 AIXIN: Goddess' Love
97% matchPositive89% of 37 reviews2025
Dev: 7th Ascension
Windows
A short visual novel about a warrior with a dark past and a radiant goddess who are confronted with a shocking challenge that will change their lives forever, forcing them to reconsider their views on such a complex and contradictory feeling as love.
Why similar: Visual Novel 16.3%, Romance 16%, Emotional 15.3%, Cinematic 12.4%, Hand-drawn 10.7%
- #2 Carbón Hearts
96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Reborn Zone Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Vanished to another world, Alawn is absolutely alone in a new world that he does not know at the mercy of this one... Or so he should have been if he had not bumped into her. Opening up this world and maybe something more. Starting with the first of two parts of this story
Why similar: Visual Novel 14.2%, Emotional 11.7%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Romance 9.8%, Sci-fi 9.2%
- #3 SweetCanvas
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GlossPub: JAST
Windows
An untimely transfer. An unexpected encounter. A chance meeting between two students sets in motion a chain of events that will fundamentally change both of their lives... Or, perhaps, just their love life!
Why similar: Romance 14%, Visual Novel 13.5%, Emotional 13.4%, Lore-Rich 11.1%, Magic 10.7%
- #4 Trail of Stars
95% matchVery Positive100% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: ENDYSIS
Windows · Mac · Linux
A short and (bitter)sweet fairy tale visual novel about first love and longing.
Why similar: Romance 20%, Visual Novel 16.3%, Medieval 13.3%, Emotional 9.8%, Lore-Rich 9.6%
- #5 Happiness! Sakura Celebration!
94% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2025
Dev: Windmill OasisPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Once every ten years, the cherry blossoms stay in bloom longer than usual, and the seasonal festivals are much more grandiose. This year is known as the Year of the Cherry Blossoms. With the arrival of the Year of the Cherry Blossoms once more, various people begin to feel various feelings sprout up again.
Why similar: Visual Novel 22.5%, Romance 22.1%, Magic 15.4%, Multiple Endings 10.2%, Story Rich 8.6%
- #6 My Klutzy Cupid
94% matchVery Positive88% of 69 reviews2023
Dev: HulottePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
In the midst of leading an ordinary life, I began to feel the urge to find myself a girlfriend. Yet somehow, I couldn't bring myself to take the first step. But one day... "What's this...?" A single notebook had fallen right in front of me. "Hey, you! Yes, you! Why aren't you picking it up?"
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.1%, Romance 19.8%, Comedy 14.5%, Emotional 11.2%, Story Rich 10.1%
- #7 The Mystery Mist
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WolfSmokeStudiosPub: 2P Games
Windows · Mac
In this world, deadly toxic mist is everywhere. The protagonist, Yaqing, becomes an apprentice to a physician skilled in using insects to save his sister, who has been poisoned by the mist. As the story progresses, he finds himself entangled in a tense racial conflict…
Why similar: Alternate History 20.5%, Emotional 17%, Lore-Rich 14.1%, Romance 10.7%, Hand-drawn 10.4%
- #8 Blossoms of Eternity
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JAYBE GAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Blossoms of Eternity by JAYBE GAMES is a thrilling time-travel saga in which Kuro, Miyu, and Aihara must confront not only their own feelings, but also power-hungry witches who can literally turn reality upside down.
Why similar: Visual Novel 14.6%, Emotional 13.5%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, Lore-Rich 11.2%, Romance 10.1%
- #9 Legends: Saint George
91% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Guarida Games Studio SL
Windows
Relive the legend of Saint George... like never before. Make decisions, change the course of history, and discover unexpected and even absurd outcomes in this visual adventure for the whole family.
Why similar: Alternate History 21.9%, Visual Novel 15.9%, Lore-Rich 15.9%, Medieval 12.9%, Fantasy 9.2%
- #10 Quiet Classroom
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MothLight Games
Windows
Interactive anime adventure in visual novel format!
Why similar: Visual Novel 17.6%, Hand-drawn 14.2%, Emotional 14.1%, Romance 13.6%, Comedy 10.5%
- #11 Innocence Rewrite
90% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Charlotte's Oak
Windows
"Innocence Rewrite" captures the summer before and after the college entrance exam.As old bonds mend and distant feelings return, it's a season of healing amid chaos.No need for correction fluid — just feel, and slowly rewrite the innocence of youth.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.4%, Romance 19.5%, Emotional 18.2%, Story Rich 11%, Multiple Endings 8.4%
- #12 Ending the Happy Route
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Water Phoenix
Windows
A visual novel depicting a protagonist who desperately struggles to change their fate of despair.
Why similar: Romance 18.2%, Emotional 17.7%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Cinematic 12.1%, Multiple Endings 9.2%
- #13 Forgotlings
88% matchVery Positive84% of 63 reviews2026
Dev: Throughline GamesPub: Hitcents
Windows
Award-winning cinematic narrative adventure set in a hand-drawn world of living forgotten objects. Lead Fig and the crew of the Volare through a story of identity, unity, and survival—where diplomacy, difficult choices, and moments of action shape the fate of five divided tribes.
Why similar: Cinematic 17.3%, Emotional 16.9%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Visual Novel 11%, Multiple Endings 9%
- #14 ef - the first tale. (All Ages)
89% matchVery Positive95% of 201 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 273.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
What starts with a conversation between two long lost friends spills out into a captivating visual novel about four youths struggling to pursue their dreams and find their place in the world as love complicates everything.
Why similar: Emotional 19.5%, Visual Novel 18.7%, Romance 18%, Cinematic 15.5%, Story Rich 8.4%
- #15 選べ!メロス!~選択肢をミスるとセリヌンティウスが処刑~
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dotoe
Windows
Comical visual novel: Run as Melos to save your friend from execution! Solve mysteries, reminisce, and conquer dance, puzzle, and rock-paper-scissors mini-games with smart choices.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 19.4%, Visual Novel 16.7%, Medieval 13.7%, Multiple Endings 12.6%, Comedy 10.6%
- #16 Trinoline All Ages Version
87% matchVery Positive88% of 160 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 32.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
When tragedy sparks the advancement of science, a sentient android is created. Now, in this heart-wrenching, romantic, and beautiful visual novel, you will explore whether or not it's possible for man and machine to truly love each other.
Why similar: Emotional 17.5%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Romance 15.7%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Multiple Endings 8.9%
- #17 StopGate
86% matchVery Positive92% of 564 reviews2020
Dev: Anton Pauli
Windows
StopGate visual novel is created by the community, without the involvement of professionals. This is not just a fanfiction about the authors of the StopGame game portal.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.6%, Comedy 16.9%, Hand-drawn 16.1%, Lore-Rich 15.4%, Story Rich 7.8%
- #18 Heart of a Bird in a Cage
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SnowyYANGPub: 逐夏
Windows
warmth, bitterness, longing, compromise.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.4%, Emotional 22.3%, Romance 19.1%, Hand-drawn 19%, Story Rich 11.6%
- #19 Dear me, I was...
84% matchVery Positive100% of 65 reviews2026
Dev: Arc System Works
Windows
A short tale, a long journey. With a beautiful watercolor touch, it depicts the life of a woman. In her ordinary and modest life...experience her joys, her sorrows, her growth. Witness the story she spins in a life woven by those around her.
Why similar: Cinematic 20%, Visual Novel 19%, Romance 12.9%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Emotional 12.2%
- #20 Floral Flowlove
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SAGA PLANETSPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Floral Flowlove is a romance adventure game created by the Japanese game brand SAGA PLANETS. It won many awards in the art, music, and character categories in the year of its release in Japan.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.1%, Romance 23.4%, Emotional 14.1%, Story Rich 10.4%, Multiple Endings 8.7%
- #21 Sigh of the Abyss: Shadow Bonds
83% matchVery Positive93% of 104 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: Romance 12.7%, Lore-Rich 11.7%, Visual Novel 11.4%, Emotional 10%, Cinematic 9.8%
- #22 Ataegina Act I
81% matchVery Positive94% of 78 reviews2026
Dev: KthulianPub: Kthulian Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
In a world filled with magic and riddled with war, you find yourself playing an important role. A life of spellcraft, politics and intrigue awaits you. Will you use your powers to unify the land and its people? Or shall you use them for your own personal gain and amusement, no matter the cost?
Why similar: Visual Novel 17%, Magic 14.4%, Medieval 13.3%, Romance 13.2%, Fantasy 10.7%
- #23 Bestricken Part 1
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lando Labs
Windows
Bestricken Part 1 is an erotic fantasy visual novel where you have been cursed! And the only cure seems to be in the hands of 3 VERY lovely ladies! (along with a few extras) Explore the multiple paths and possible girls you come across in this fully voiced, colorful, and animated adventure!
Why similar: Visual Novel 20.8%, Romance 20.5%, Cinematic 13.7%, Fantasy 9.7%, Hand-drawn 9.3%
- #24 永眠之匣,雪上之樱
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 系梦社
Windows
Funeral home visual novel about farewell and companionship. Two timelines: Xue Hao with Elsa (REMOULD girl) and Xuan Ming with Yue Hua. 250k words, linear story, 10+ EX episodes, meta story after full clear. About 10 hours.
Why similar: Visual Novel 20.3%, Romance 18.8%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Lore-Rich 13.1%, Emotional 10.3%
- #25 Along the Edge
82% matchVery Positive82% of 1,017 reviews2016
Dev: Nova-box
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Following the loss of a baby, a breakup, and a surprise heritage, Daphné decides to leave everything behind to start a new life in the French countryside. There, she discovers she's the last descendant of a line of witches. Will she embrace the family tradition?
Why similar: Visual Novel 15.4%, Emotional 15.3%, Romance 13.9%, Hand-drawn 11.9%, Story Rich 9%
- #26 fault - StP - LIGHTKRAVTE
80% matchVery Positive88% of 387 reviews2022
Dev: ALICE IN DISSONANCEPub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
fault - StP - LIGHTKRAVTE is the latest entry in the fault series, which has shipped over 500,000 copies worldwide. LIGHTKRAVTE presents its story through the eyes of Khaji Oberg, an ordinary and unremarkable teenaged boy who finds himself reaching for a dream that slips ever further away from him.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27%, Cinematic 19.8%, Fantasy 12.8%, Magic 11.7%, Story Rich 10.5%
- #27 Arkhe
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Topchan Games
Windows
Inspired by fault and The House in Fata Morgana, this dark fantasy visual novel takes place in a world shaped and ruled by the the Numerals (Arkhes), where even magic is bound by equations.You will make choices for two protagonists: a stoic warrior, and a young sorceress.
Why similar: Romance 15.1%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Lore-Rich 11.7%, Emotional 10.9%, Magic 8.8%
- #28 Myriad Hotel
79% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Artchokers
Windows · Mac · Linux
A silly hotel-management visual novel. Impress clients, earn money, and resolve issues for your staff to keep the hotel from going under.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.5%, Hand-drawn 17.4%, Magic 12.2%, Story Rich 12%, Comedy 9.9%
- #29 Xenologia
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TheNeonWerewolf
Windows
Xenologia is a fully illustrated linear visual novel set in the near future. Watch as Cory, a young man who's life is falling apart, as he tries to help a stranded alien girl return home.
Why similar: Cinematic 20.7%, Visual Novel 19.8%, Hand-drawn 15.6%, Emotional 12.3%, Romance 11.1%
- #30 SEX VIKING ISLAND
78% match4 user reviews0% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Lust Zone Studio
Windows
SEX VIKING ISLAND is a visual novel where you will be playing a male character. In the game there will be a lot of hot sex scenes and beautiful women.
Why similar: Alternate History 21.7%, Visual Novel 18.7%, Romance 13.7%, Emotional 12.2%, Medieval 9.9%
- #31 HARMONIC REFLECTIONS
77% matchVery Positive92% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: Laplacian
Windows
A boy who can no longer hear the piano, living in the shadow of his gifted younger brother; a karate girl who is more than a friend but not yet a lover; and a girl with future memories. As past and future entwine, where will this triangle lead in this fleeting, bittersweet summer love story?
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.6%, Emotional 20.5%, Cinematic 13.6%, Romance 13.3%, Story Rich 10.3%
- #32 Kimochii Classroom
76% matchVery Positive88% of 171 reviews2025
Dev: Radish ASMR
Windows · Mac · Linux
Welcome to Kimochii Classroom! A slice-of-life visual novel with stunning visuals, a beautiful soundtrack, and an immersive story. Who will you meet first?
Why similar: Visual Novel 25%, Immersive Sim 14.5%, Cinematic 12.7%, Emotional 11.4%, Hand-drawn 9.4%
- #33 Vivian and Kyuma
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Skylight Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
A short visual novel featuring elements inspired by the Princess and the Frog with a cultivation twist. Spend time with a cute little snake and have some fun together as you make decisions to determine the fate of a young goddess.
Why similar: Visual Novel 17.6%, Comedy 12.9%, Lore-Rich 12%, Cinematic 11.7%, Fantasy 10.2%
- #34 Hybrid Harmony
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CyberwastePub: Enchanted Workshop
Windows
A romantic comedy visual novel set in a modern-fantasy world filled with mythical creatures and magic! The game features four unique love interests/routes, tons of choices, and even an in-depth phone system where you can text characters and unlock wallpapers!
Why similar: Visual Novel 17%, Romance 16.9%, Emotional 12.8%, Comedy 11.7%, Multiple Endings 10.4%
- #35 Irotoridori No Sekai HD - The Colorful World
75% matchVery Positive96% of 264 reviews2024
Dev: FAVORITEPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 8.8 hrsMean: 128.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
When he was a child, Yuuma received a special power from the “translucent magician”, Shinku. Just by touching someone with his hand, he is able to cure all of their wounds in return for some of his memories.
Why similar: Romance 21.7%, Visual Novel 21%, Emotional 20.7%, Multiple Endings 10.8%, Story Rich 9.7%
- #36 Cyanotype Daydream -The Girl Who Dreamed the World-
75% matchVery Positive88% of 787 reviews2022
Dev: Laplacian
Windows
Median: 17.0 hrsMean: 67.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Kaito wakes to find himself in a strange room, with no memories, and a taciturn girl named Yonagi by his side. Upon learning of his role, he immerses himself into three wondrous dream worlds with her. When all three stories meet a bitter end, Kaito recovers his memories, and the true story unfolds.
Why similar: Romance 19.3%, Emotional 19.2%, Visual Novel 17.6%, Sci-fi 12.3%, Story Rich 10.1%
- #37 片腕のザリガニ - one-armed crayfish
73% matchVery Positive100% of 178 reviews2025
Dev: 斜塔ソンブレロ
Windows
“Going against the grain is just another form of rebellion.” That's what high school student Yuta Nozaki believes, living by the principle of following the trend. Through his classmate Misaki Miyoshi, who constantly goes against the grain, Yuta begins to confront his true feelings.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.2%, Emotional 19.9%, Comedy 15.4%, Hand-drawn 15.1%, Romance 13.3%
- #38 GEARS STORY
74% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: KITTYPOOL
Windows
A mechanic and a prisoner's extraordinary tale. A simple novel game with minigames.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.5%, Cinematic 26.9%, Fantasy 13.7%, Story Rich 10.8%, Sci-fi 10%
- #39 Sovereign Brain Empire
72% matchVery Positive80% of 450 reviews2025
Dev: Mountain and Sea Studio
Windows
“Who isn’t a baby anyway?”~You travelled to a parallel world governed by the Sovereign Brain AI. In SB Empire, you’re an adopted “one-year-old”, recognized as a "Monarch-level" prodigy! There will be beauties giving you a sheltered babyhood. Your brilliance and privileges will change their fates!
Why similar: Immersive Sim 13.3%, Visual Novel 12.7%, Emotional 11.2%, Romance 11.1%, Multiple Endings 10%
- #40 ZEROSEGI
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Beff 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 20.1%, Romance 19.8%, Lore-Rich 15.3%, Immersive Sim 10.6%, Magic 8.1%
- #41 Love, Elections, and Chocolate
71% matchVery Positive90% of 515 reviews2025
Dev: spritePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 67.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Love, Elections, and Chocolate is a romantic visual novel developed by the Japanese game studio Sprite. Upon its release in Japan, it garnered numerous awards for its exceptional art, captivating music, and well-crafted characters.
Why similar: Romance 24%, Visual Novel 23.8%, Emotional 17.4%, Story Rich 10.4%, Comedy 10%
- #42 Paper Enchantress
74% matchPositive82% of 22 reviews2021
Dev: SCA studio
Windows
Paper Enchantress - это романтическое приключение полное магии, судьбоносных решений и прекрасных принцев. Что откроется за таинственной дверью?
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.1%, Romance 20.5%, Multiple Endings 13.5%, Magic 11.3%, Fantasy 8.7%
- #43 PARQUET
72% matchVery Positive95% of 2,390 reviews2021
Dev: YUZUSOFTSOURPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 93.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
In the near future, a technology called Brain-Machine Interface connects the brain and machines. This technology brings about a new paradigm and opens the gates to the digitization of human memory itself. From these new discoveries, "he" is born.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.6%, Romance 24.2%, Story Rich 10.5%, Comedy 9.1%, Multiple Endings 8.3%
- #44 贤者:灵辉之焰 The Sage's Spirit: Shining Flame
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 缨时Time_Tassel
Windows
A Japanese-inspired Western fantasy visual novel with a female-centric narrative, set in a unique world. Play commoner mage Nolan: follow your mentor to Sabelien, forge bonds, face power struggles. Choose to avoid chaos or carve your path—your choices will shape Aorleton and the Mage Guild’s fate.
Why similar: Visual Novel 18.2%, Alternate History 17.4%, Emotional 12.6%, Magic 11.5%, Multiple Endings 10.3%
- #45 Heartsworn
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stella Noctis Games
Windows
After immediately being caught in your mission to kill a corrupted king, you must earn the trust of the king's court and spare yourself from execution. However, the longer you stay, the clearer it becomes there is something much darker is lurking in the castle - and latching onto your own mind.
Why similar: Visual Novel 21.6%, Romance 21.3%, Medieval 15.1%, Story Rich 8.5%, Emotional 8.5%
- #46 Rivalhearts
70% matchVery Positive92% of 96 reviews2024
Dev: Studio Spiritus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Join Noah in his first year of university as he decides to overcome his heartache, pursuing either a tomboy classmate, gorgeous doctor, or junior-year goth!
Why similar: Romance 17.5%, Cinematic 17.3%, Visual Novel 15.6%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Comedy 11.4%
- #47 Da Capo 3 R
73% matchVery Positive97% of 153 reviews2017
Dev: CircusPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 155.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Da Capo 3 R is a visual novel set in a secret magic school hidden beneath the city of London. This slice-of-life story will blossom into a tale of love, romance, and friendship as the students overcome the magic trials that await.
Why similar: Romance 16.2%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Emotional 13.8%, Magic 11.2%, Lore-Rich 11.2%
- #48 Symbol of Sacrifice
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Umbrella Labs
Windows
After experiencing a devastating event, three young siblings find themselves at the center of a struggle between two civilizations that could spell disaster on a global scale. A sacrifice must be made — one that will reshape the entire story and events that unfold. Who will you choose to sacrifice?
Why similar: Magic 14.4%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Lore-Rich 13.8%, Sci-fi 12.3%, Hand-drawn 11.8%
- #49 The Traded Groom
69% matchPositive96% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: maneki-mushiPub: Ya & Que Entertainment
Windows · Mac
A short adult otome about an arranged marriage and the many forms your new relationship can take.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.1%, Romance 25.4%, Multiple Endings 13.1%, Fantasy 11.2%, Hand-drawn 10.3%
- #50 My Little Sister Is an Angel
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AlcotPub: JAST
Windows
"Hey, wanna try becoming a god?" After saving an angel, introvert Yuki gets pulled into divine training, and the Archangel moves in as his “little sister” to guide him. A warm supernatural romance VN where your choices lead to 4 endings.
Why similar: Visual Novel 17.2%, Romance 16%, Emotional 14.3%, Comedy 10.6%, Hand-drawn 9.1%
- #51 The Lusanti Chronicles
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: GOA
Windows · Mac
The Lusanti Chronicles is the first interactive visual novel set in the fantastical World of Krondoria. Guide your character through meaningful choices. Learn hidden secrets, unlock a gallery of portraits, unlock the rich lore of the Tome of insight, choose a queen or will you build a harem?
Why similar: Visual Novel 20.8%, Lore-Rich 14.7%, Story Rich 12.1%, Medieval 12%, Fantasy 10.6%
- #52 The Wondrous Wedding of Ivan the Bard
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CopperSnake Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
A romantic fairy tale set in a fantasy medieval Rus'. Play as Ivan, a young bard with a gusli in hand, on a quest to win the love of the elusive Novgorod princess. Learn tunes, make choices!
Why similar: Romance 20.3%, Visual Novel 19.3%, Medieval 15.7%, Hand-drawn 13.3%, Story Rich 9.1%
- #53 MY WIFE SERVES THE KING
67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Lust Zone Studio
Windows
MY WIFE SERVES THE KING is a visual novel set in a world of intrigue and passion. Your wife serves the king, and only you can decide whether to accept this or fight for her love.
Why similar: Visual Novel 15.3%, Romance 11.8%, Emotional 11.2%, Magic 10.3%, Medieval 9.1%
- #54 Rottenroots
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Klabautermann Games
Windows
In this haunting visual novel, you become Salem - torn between forbidden love and regime loyalty. Make split-second decisions that transform his personality in a solarpunk dystopia. With multiple paths and endings, your choices define who Salem becomes in a world where being different is dangerous.
Why similar: Visual Novel 13.4%, Romance 13%, Lore-Rich 12.9%, Emotional 12.2%, Hand-drawn 12%
- #55 Who dies first
69% matchPositive85% of 34 reviews2022
Dev: AmyBeryl
Windows
The darkest game in 2022 , depends not only on how dark it is, but also on how dark readers can imagine it. The goal of the game is not to kill dragons, but to control "which character releases skills" and "which character dies first" to obtain different game endings.
Why similar: Emotional 20.1%, Visual Novel 16%, Medieval 13.1%, Comedy 12.3%, Multiple Endings 11.2%
- #56 Yukiiro Sign
68% matchVery Positive89% of 77 reviews2023
Dev: Wonder FoolPub: Shiravune
Windows
A story of three girls and one season in the snowy town of Minamiouse.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23%, Emotional 22.9%, Comedy 15.5%, Story Rich 7.9%, Multiple Endings 7.8%
- #57 The Dreamwalkers
67% matchPositive90% of 30 reviews2024
Dev: Nightbloomer Studio
Windows
Take control of Morgan's destiny as his world is turned upside down. Explore the world of Dreams, where mythological creatures and Nightmares are real. A story-heavy adventure game with multiple endings, romance options and a symphonic music! Inspired by Neil Gaiman and Inception.
Why similar: Visual Novel 18.1%, Emotional 16.6%, Hand-drawn 13.9%, Lore-Rich 13.8%, Multiple Endings 11%
- #58 桂冠之人 Laureate
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 陆君
Windows
“我,想成为英雄,守护我想守护的,仅此而已。”——这部作品讲述了一个这样的故事。
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.2%, Immersive Sim 16.5%, Romance 15.8%, Comedy 11.4%, Fantasy 9.1%
- #59 Tales from Toyotoki: Arrival of the Witch (The witch of the Ihanashi)
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 887 reviews2022
Dev: Fragaria
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The English version of the heartwarming story that was highly acclaimed in Japan. Enjoy the meticulously crafted narrative. Set in Okinawa, Japan, it is also a story that unravels the mysteries hidden within its history and fantasy.
Why similar: Emotional 19.4%, Visual Novel 18.7%, Romance 14.4%, Comedy 12.7%, Magic 11.4%
- #60 South Scrimshaw, Part One
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,599 reviews2023
Dev: Nathan O. Marsh
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 50%
South Scrimshaw is the story of a newborn whale in a vast alien ocean. It is a richly illustrated experimental visual novel, written in the style of a nature documentary.
Why similar: Alternate History 19.2%, Cinematic 14.6%, Hand-drawn 14.5%, Lore-Rich 12.8%, Sci-fi 12.8%