Games Like The Canary

Rise from obscurity and oppression. Unearth secrets best left buried. Become the salvation of your kingdom.

Why similar: Medieval 34.7%, Visual Novel 19.3%, Multiple Endings 16.9%, Choices Matter 9.3%, Story Rich 7.7%

"Welcome, adventurer! What quest have you completed today?” A classic fantasy guild reception simulation — 『Galvatein: Adventurer’s Guild』

Why similar: Medieval 27.6%, Visual Novel 19.3%, Choices Matter 15.1%, Multiple Endings 15%, Story Rich 8.7%

In a crumbling empire, you are the Regent of Hatchet, facing dwindling resources and advancing enemies. Forge alliances or stand alone, navigate political intrigue, and make choices that shape your realm. Will you defend your legacy or succumb? Your decisions dictate Hatchet's fate.

Why similar: Medieval 20.1%, Multiple Endings 18.7%, Choices Matter 18.1%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Indie 11.4%

In pursuit of coin, hired dagger Arthur finds himself embroiled in conspiracy involving the daughter of a noble House. Who is really pulling the strings behind the scenes?

Why similar: Visual Novel 19.9%, Multiple Endings 17.8%, Choices Matter 17.1%, Medieval 13.2%, Indie 12.9%

This is a game in the genre of visual novels. In the game, you are immersed in the history of an ordinary car that fell into the hands of the owner is not very diligent. You will get acquainted with other cars of different brands and learn their stories

Why similar: Indie 71.5%, Visual Novel 18.9%, 2D 6.2%, Singleplayer 3.4%

You play whose family was executed under the orders of a ruthless king Through years of cunning strategy and dangerous alliances, you lead a rebellion and seize the throne for yourself. But the crown is no sanctuary. Years later, just as you begin to rebuild the realm an assassin’s blade finds you.

Why similar: Visual Novel 25.5%, Multiple Endings 22.7%, Medieval 20.5%, Choices Matter 18.4%, Indie 7.1%

After an awful time at a Halloween party, the night welcomes you with a deep cold breeze. With your car busted and unusable thanks to your drunk tennant, a single pavement awaits for your determined fate....

Why similar: Choices Matter 21.8%, Visual Novel 21.1%, Story Rich 16.5%, Indie 16.2%, Multiple Endings 15.5%

Soul Gambler puts YOU in the role of Faust, an ordinary young man living in the present day whose DESTINY is about to be change forever.

Why similar: Visual Novel 38.5%, Choices Matter 21.4%, Indie 17.1%, Multiple Endings 15.6%, Story Rich 4.8%

Finish what had already begun, halt the Darkness in its tracks, and shape a brighter future for the entire world. Prove yourself worthy as a warrior, as you take on what no faint heart could fathom.

Why similar: Medieval 32.8%, Visual Novel 26.6%, Choices Matter 20.6%, Story Rich 10.8%, Indie 7.6%

The Necklace of Blood is the first part of a two parts thriller visual novel. That tells the story of a man at the service of darkness

Why similar: Indie 65.6%, Visual Novel 34.4%

Follow the devil blooded Priam as he struggles through life, controlling his powers, and protecting the one he loves.A visual novel with a lot more action than it needs

Why similar: Visual Novel 27.7%, Choices Matter 21.7%, Multiple Endings 21.4%, Medieval 16%, Story Rich 11.7%

You are an Administrator serving your probationary period in a medieval town. Make decisions to affect the town's reputation, order, military and supplies. Choose wisely to deal with bandits, famines, cultists and plagues. The most difficult choices will decide the fate of your town!

Why similar: Medieval 29.7%, Choices Matter 17.3%, Multiple Endings 15.9%, Visual Novel 13.3%, Story Rich 9.9%

In a fortress besieged by ghouls, a young exorcist must use power, diplomacy, and inhuman languages to unravel a grudge spanning generations.

Why similar: Indie 21.7%, Medieval 20.6%, Visual Novel 18%, Multiple Endings 16.5%, Choices Matter 14.5%

Determine the fate of the Crusaders in this history-based visual novel game. Be the leader of the Christians or the leader of the Turks. Choose your own path in a story where every decision matters. You will change the history of this Crusade.

Why similar: Visual Novel 19.7%, Multiple Endings 18.9%, Choices Matter 18.2%, Medieval 17.4%, Indie 12.4%

A highly engaging visual novel, with memorable characters and multiple endings. Traverse worlds, solve a murder mystery -- and partake in political revolution. Inspired by greats such as Steins;Gate, Tales of Symphonia, Persona 4 and Future Diary. An unforgettable science-fiction/fantasy adventure!

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.6%, Indie 18%, Choices Matter 14.4%, Story Rich 13.5%, Multiple Endings 9.1%

Horrors of Helmsfirth is a horror/adventure visual novella where you investigate the mystery causing townsfolk to disappear at night. Build trust with allies who can help save your town from monsters. Explore 9 different character plot lines and defeat the forces of evil… or join them?

Why similar: Visual Novel 27.3%, Choices Matter 24.3%, Multiple Endings 23.7%, Story Rich 14.8%, 2D 6.3%

Omnimus. Welcome to the future! A visual novel about a daring experiment.

Why similar: Indie 35.2%, Visual Novel 20.5%, Multiple Endings 16.2%, Choices Matter 15.2%, Story Rich 9.7%

Decide the fate of the son of a tailor and a witch doctor infected with an incurable disease in an interactive story with multiple endings depending on your actions.

Why similar: Visual Novel 22.1%, Multiple Endings 20.6%, Choices Matter 20%, Medieval 16.7%, Story Rich 13.1%

A medieval fantasy BL Visual Novel in English and Spanish, Demo available

Why similar: Medieval 25.1%, Visual Novel 19.9%, Choices Matter 14%, Multiple Endings 13.8%, Indie 10.3%

VOID is a visual novel themed around espionage and revenge. You play as Arthur Woods, a man seeking revenge from the death of his loved one, forging himself into a deadly assassin. Along the way, you will meet people who may (or may not) be your allies, as you try to untangle the web of lies and intrique surrounding your girlfriends...

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.5%, Indie 28.8%, Story Rich 13.7%, Choices Matter 10.8%, Multiple Endings 10.4%

A unique visual novel about the high school experiences in alternate-history East Asia.

Why similar: Indie 40.2%, Multiple Endings 24.1%, Visual Novel 23.4%, Story Rich 12.2%

A narrative game set in Cambridge, 2006. Spend one unforgettable summer as Leon, a visiting student, balancing studies, friendship, and love. Your choices shape who you become: yourself, or someone new altogether.

Why similar: Visual Novel 27.6%, Choices Matter 23.7%, Indie 22.4%, Multiple Endings 12.1%, Story Rich 6%

If they call me wicked for following my heart, then so be it. Awaken your inner witch, pursue forbidden love, and unlock your destiny in this visual novel adventure, with 8 unique plot paths.

Why similar: Indie 54.9%, Visual Novel 19.1%, Choices Matter 15%, Story Rich 11%

A tipsy tale of questionable choices, suspiciously charming strangers, and conversations that unravel faster than your sobriety. What begins as a harmless chat in the alley might end with truffle mushrooms, a missing crown, or waking up in someone else’s dungeon. You’ve been warned.

Why similar: Visual Novel 23.4%, Multiple Endings 20.2%, Choices Matter 20.1%, Medieval 18.7%, Story Rich 8.4%

Idol Talent Show Simulation Game-Train from zero to idol debut! Rank high to stay in! Explore the map, manage your schedule and play mini-games.Face tough evaluations,compete with fellow trainees, and forge meaningful bonds. Your choices will unlock 10+ unique endings. Can you shine?

Why similar: Choices Matter 27.5%, Multiple Endings 26.6%, Visual Novel 24.4%, Story Rich 19.2%, Singleplayer 2.2%

A visual novel about the mind, change, and being locked up.

Why similar: Visual Novel 27.5%, Choices Matter 21.9%, Multiple Endings 21.8%, Story Rich 12%, 2D 8.7%

Why similar: Choices Matter 26.6%, Multiple Endings 22.4%, Indie 20.8%, Story Rich 19.3%, 2D 8.4%

The Lyra Signal is a story-driven visual novel focused on narrative and atmosphere. Experience a linear, choice-light journey as you uncover fragments of a personal mystery through dialogue, visuals, and music.

Why similar: Visual Novel 22%, Multiple Endings 21.2%, Choices Matter 18.5%, Indie 16.9%, Story Rich 14.5%

The Voice from the Well is a fantasy adventure visual novel with multiple endings. Stranded in a foreign world, Jay must fight to reclaim his stolen memories as mysterious forces conspire!

Why similar: Medieval 30.3%, Visual Novel 26.6%, Story Rich 14.1%, 2D 7.7%, Choices Matter 7.6%

A visual novel set in a cyberpunk-dystopian world inspired by 'Choose Your Own Adventure' stories. You decide where your adventure will take you. Will you escape the oppressive technocracy of a nightmare future, or fall victim to the tyrannous regime of the Grey Authority?

Why similar: Indie 42.4%, Visual Novel 23.5%, Choices Matter 20.8%, Story Rich 13.3%

A choice-driven visual novel set at Blackthorn Academy, where you uncover hidden secrets, shape relationships, and influence rival factions through branching decisions in a dark story of mystery, romance, revenge, and multiple possible outcomes.

Why similar: Visual Novel 30.5%, Choices Matter 23.8%, Multiple Endings 23.4%, Story Rich 16.4%, 2D 4.2%

In the not-too-distant-future, Roman is a newly-minted employee at a classy jazz club. He must contend with his past as a new hire (and former co-worker), Eris, makes him question if quitting his old job was the right thing to do.

Why similar: Visual Novel 51.6%, Indie 48.4%

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 22.7%, Medieval 21.7%, Choices Matter 19%, Story Rich 15.3%, Multiple Endings 11.7%

Return as the unhacker to take on Program X and her clone army!

Why similar: Indie 46.7%, Visual Novel 37.5%, Story Rich 15.8%

Aurelia is a nobody living out her life on a space station orbiting Earth, spending her days working in a junkyard, frequenting a bar, or retreating to her cabin. She will confront a life-altering decision that challenges her perception of the world. Can she change and grow, or is she too far gone?

Why similar: Visual Novel 27.7%, Multiple Endings 25.3%, Choices Matter 22.2%, Story Rich 13.2%, Indie 7.4%

In an endless air ocean of an alien world, small lonesome plots of land float above the abyss. But sometimes approach each other, and lands which have never met before, reveal their secrets.

Why similar: Indie 29.6%, Visual Novel 25.4%, Choices Matter 23.2%, Multiple Endings 21.8%

An interactive visual novel in the mystical genre. Mikey is admitted to an unusual institution for treatment, where he encounters supernatural phenomena and begins to prepare for a metamorphosis that will lead him into another world.

Why similar: Visual Novel 31.5%, Choices Matter 26%, Multiple Endings 25.7%, Indie 9.3%, 2D 5.2%

Paper Enchantress - это романтическое приключение полное магии, судьбоносных решений и прекрасных принцев. Что откроется за таинственной дверью?

Why similar: Visual Novel 31%, Choices Matter 24.3%, Multiple Endings 23.9%, 2D 9.7%, Indie 9.2%

A loop-based text adventure where turn-based combat, exploration, and branching choices drive a haunting journey through death and memory.

Why similar: Visual Novel 22.6%, Multiple Endings 21.7%, Medieval 20.8%, Choices Matter 18.9%, Indie 7%

Set off on an exciting swashbuckling quest in this classic Fantasy Choose Your Own Adventure! Meet charming characters, fight dangerous foes, and uncover a nefarious intrigue. Experience seamless and reactive storytelling. Prove your innocence, find your destiny, relish the journey!

Why similar: Medieval 24.3%, Choices Matter 20.9%, Visual Novel 19.1%, Multiple Endings 18.4%, Story Rich 12.3%

Dissonance follows the story of Bartholomew Brittle (a movie theater projectionist) and Clementine Cleu (an inquisitive theater patron) in a thought provoking discussion of the meaning of life.

Why similar: Indie 67.7%, Story Rich 32.3%

Insects Awaken is a puzzle visual novel set in the 1940s. It follows the story of Chen Shan, a young man entangled in espionage while defending his family and homeland. He embarks on a journey between the isolated cities of Chongqing and Shanghai, braving the chaos of war with his passion and youth.

Why similar: Choices Matter 22%, Multiple Endings 19.7%, Visual Novel 18.8%, Indie 17.2%, Story Rich 13.9%

A contemporary juvenile mystery about young boys and girls who grow up confused and troubled, and adults who harbor secrets.

Why similar: Visual Novel 35.2%, Multiple Endings 28.9%, Story Rich 15.8%, Indie 10.8%, 2D 6.6%

12th century, England: In a time of poverty and war, a small town begins the construction of a cathedral to claim wealth and safety for its people. In their struggle to survive, lives and destinies intertwine. Based on Ken Follett's world-bestseller ‘The Pillars of the Earth’.

Why similar: Medieval 30.1%, Choices Matter 23.2%, Visual Novel 21.4%, Story Rich 13.3%, Indie 9.5%

"Skyscrapers Puzzle: Airi's tale" is an easy to learn, addicting puzzle game... but there is more hidden beneath the surface. 45 campaign levels and unlimited randomly generated levels give this game an always fresh gaming experience.

Why similar: Indie 63.6%, Visual Novel 36.4%

Castle in the Sands is a pixel art visual novel set in a world inspired by "One Thousand and One Nights" and North African culture. The adventure begins in the heart of the desert and leads you to fairytale places full of magic and danger.

Why similar: Visual Novel 30.6%, Choices Matter 20.8%, Multiple Endings 17.9%, Story Rich 15.5%, Indie 8.5%

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: Medieval 31%, Visual Novel 23%, Story Rich 12.5%, Indie 10.6%, Multiple Endings 9.4%

Let your girlfriend know (or not) about the culprit who ate her ice cream.

Why similar: Visual Novel 29.1%, Choices Matter 26.2%, Multiple Endings 24.8%, Indie 10.9%, 2D 7.4%

《酒，音乐和虚无论》是一款电波系短篇视觉小说。

Why similar: Visual Novel 30.9%, Choices Matter 24.3%, Indie 15.9%, Multiple Endings 14%, Story Rich 8.9%

Bird Watcher is a short story about a girl whose name is Claire that after her parent's death was made to live with her gloomy vicious aunt. Her life in the new house becomes similar to the life in the cage which is full of stringent prohibitions and rules. And every day is absolutely the same as previous one.

Why similar: Indie 63.7%, Story Rich 36.3%

«Lionessy story» is a visual novel that tells a story of a lion cub living out his carefree days in a lion pride reigning over the great African savannah. But life in the wilderness is never easy, and after a terrible tragedy yanks him out of his pampered lifestyle, the young cub has to face the dangers of the real world where anything...

Why similar: Visual Novel 56.4%, Indie 43.6%

The first historical visual novel. 13th century - steppe, steel, and intrigue. Subedei and Jebe lead their armies westward, and it is up to you to decide: will history remain as written in the chronicles, or will you rewrite it anew?

Why similar: Medieval 32.4%, Visual Novel 25.7%, Multiple Endings 13.8%, Story Rich 9.7%, 2D 8.5%

The price of tomorrow is a story-driven sci-fi drama about the choice between a corporation and the people of planet Chenora. As Jack Butler, you negotiate, break taboos, and decide the planet’s fate. Yield to the temptations of Omnilat — and choose wisely.

Why similar: Visual Novel 25.3%, Multiple Endings 22.4%, Choices Matter 20.1%, Story Rich 14%, Indie 9.1%

Have you ever had that feeling of looking back in the past? Well, Hunter Hearts is about the past of the protagonist, before the tragedy happend. Find out in this visual novel what he's been going through.

Why similar: Indie 74.5%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Choices Matter 10.9%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Come hear the tale of Ader, or how a poor one-eyed farm boy who's got nothing left to eat but his dreams, accidentally becomes the greatest knight in the kingdom this fully voice-acted and animated picaresque visual novel!

Why similar: Medieval 26.3%, Visual Novel 19.7%, Multiple Endings 15.5%, Choices Matter 14.3%, Story Rich 9.7%

A medieval text quest in the "Choose Your Own Adventure" genre, where each choice could be your last. Create your story with more than 2,000 events, 200 of which will prove fatal. In a world where death plays against you, can you outsmart it and write your own story?

Why similar: Medieval 22%, Choices Matter 20%, Multiple Endings 17.2%, Visual Novel 17.1%, Story Rich 9.8%

The little country town of Woodland Park is your home for the summer. Explore the town. Meet its inhabitants. Things long forgotten resurface and history is questioned. A beautiful young girl may be the key to untangling the truth, but will you solve the mystery?

Why similar: Indie 81%, Story Rich 14.5%, Singleplayer 4.6%

朝の早い時間、午前五時くらいになると、この町にはときどき濃い霧が出る──。

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.1%, Multiple Endings 18.4%, Choices Matter 14.1%, Indie 11%, 2D 10.1%

《谍：玫瑰》是一款聚焦于1938年武汉的谍战文字冒险游戏。你将潜入情报漩涡中心的「玫瑰饭店」，在五位身份各异的嫌疑人中，揪出代号「尘土」的致命叛徒。通过搜证与周旋，在谎言与忠诚之间做出抉择。夜幕下的武汉暗流涌动，你能否揪出内奸，重建地下情报网，点燃象征黎明的星星火焰？

Why similar: Indie 30.7%, Visual Novel 27.7%, Choices Matter 22.3%, Story Rich 11.4%, 2D 5.5%