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  1. #1 Memory's Dogma CODE:01
    96% matchMostly Positive78% of 371 reviews2016
    Dev: Liz-ArtsPub: Sekai Project
    Windows
    Median: 6.9 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Japan, 2030 A.D. Memories can now be digitized and archived, allowing people to communicate with the deceased. With only one week left before his best friend’s memories are deleted, can Hiroki uncover the truth behind Sorano’s death?

    Why similar: Visual Novel 42.1%, Anime 28%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Casual 10.5%, Story Rich 4.4%

  2. #2 Hauling Away
    96% matchPositive94% of 48 reviews2022
    Dev: Medice
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Alone and stuck in job that he has no passion for, Ray is about to meet someone that may change his life forever. Will they be able to find salvation together?

    Why similar: Visual Novel 31.3%, Anime 23%, Sci-fi 19.4%, Casual 13%, Story Rich 9.2%

  3. #3 planetarian HD
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 3,260 reviews2017
    Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 65.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    planetarian HD is an engaging and emotional visual novel from legendary game studio, Key. A sub-brand of VISUAL ARTS, Key are also famed for creating Kanon, AIR, CLANNAD, Little Busters!, Rewrite, Angel Beats!, and Summer Pockets.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 35.5%, Anime 25.3%, Post-apocalyptic 18.7%, Casual 10.4%, Sci-fi 4.7%

  4. #4 Ambre - a heartbreaking kinetic novel
    94% matchMostly Positive75% of 670 reviews2017
    Dev: Träumendes Mädchen
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 48 minMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    A heartbreaking kinetic novel about the meeting of a depressed thirty years old man with a lost little girl he takes in his house.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 48.3%, Anime 24.7%, Casual 20.8%, Indie 5%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  5. #5 Carpe Diem: Reboot
    94% matchVery Positive85% of 139 reviews2017
    Dev: Moonlit Works
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 24 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    Just because it crashed doesn't mean it's over

    Why similar: Visual Novel 37%, Casual 27.9%, Anime 27.8%, Indie 7.3%

  6. #6 The Blind Of The New World
    93% matchVery Positive97% of 99 reviews2021
    Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    One day, as he is walking through this bustling city of monotony, moving through the crowds of people all dressed exactly the same... Something actually stands out—a girl dressed in a traditional school uniform from ages past…

    Why similar: Visual Novel 32.3%, Casual 24%, Anime 22.2%, Sci-fi 17.5%, Indie 2.2%

  7. #7 WORLD END ECONOMiCA episode.02
    92% matchVery Positive95% of 249 reviews2015
    Dev: Spicy TailsPub: Sekai Project
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    From the creator of Spice and Wolf, Isuna Hasekura, comes World End Economica. Haru woke up with his life but without his dream. 4 years after the incident, he finds a new cause, as a driven young lady offers him a chance to return to investing and to find justice.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 37.1%, Anime 25.6%, Casual 15.2%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Story Rich 6.3%

  8. #8 Juniper's Knot
    91% matchVery Positive96% of 316 reviews2017
    Dev: Dischan Media
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Juniper's Knot is a short (~30 mins) kinetic novel about the meeting of a demon and a boy. A kinetic novel is a game that uses text, sound, and illustrations to tell a story.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 42.5%, Casual 28.3%, Anime 19.1%, Indie 7.9%, Singleplayer 2.1%

  9. #9 Dungeon Lord
    91% matchMixed54% of 152 reviews2020
    Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    Summon monsters, study them, and then evolve them!

    Why similar: Visual Novel 35%, Casual 26.1%, Anime 25.5%, Story Rich 8.9%, Indie 2.2%

  10. #10 2236 A.D. Secretary Stories
    90% matchVery Positive80% of 82 reviews2021
    Dev: ChloroPub: Sekai Project
    Windows · Mac

    A prequel to 2236 A.D. which features a nonsensical story between man and AI that seems heartwarming but may actually be heartwarming. In other words, it's a visual novel about how Masuko is cute.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 31.8%, Casual 23.6%, Anime 22%, Sci-fi 18.6%, Indie 2.1%

  11. #11 TrymenT ―献给渴望改变的你― AlphA篇
    89% matchVery Positive90% of 682 reviews2020
    Dev: TrymenTPub: HIKARI FIELD
    Windows
    Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 86.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    《TrymenT—献给渴望改变的你—》是由2016年被誉为业界年度黑马,并荣获了萌系游戏大赏剧本金奖的作品《Re;LieF~致亲爱的你~》的原班人马所打造的共享世界观与游戏角色,并以群像剧视角重新演绎的全新作品。本作拥有令人一见倾心的顶级场景绘画,以及拥有余音绕梁般魔力的优秀配乐。

    Why similar: Visual Novel 44.5%, Casual 25.1%, Anime 24%, Story Rich 6.4%

  12. #12 霎时晴荫
    89% matchVery Positive93% of 102 reviews2018
    Dev:
    Windows · Mac

    这是一个宅系欢乐电波向恋爱文字游戏。 命运编织的万千繁枝茂叶。化作霎时间的荫蔽, ‘这次,轮到我成为你们的晴荫了。’

    Why similar: Visual Novel 35.1%, Casual 33.7%, Anime 22.4%, Indie 8.8%

  13. #13 Last Stanza
    88% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2018
    Dev: InnocenceイノセンスPub: Sunnaware
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Last Stanza is a slice of life, dramatic visual novel that deals with the consequences of a tragic event from different perspectives.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 43%, Anime 28.2%, Casual 17.5%, Story Rich 6.5%, Indie 4.8%

  14. #14 Layover Lovers
    86% matchVery Positive92% of 86 reviews2023
    Dev: Moonlit Works
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A terminal love story

    Why similar: Visual Novel 35.5%, Casual 26.1%, Anime 25.2%, Story Rich 9%, Indie 2.3%

  15. #15 2236 A.D.
    86% matchVery Positive93% of 164 reviews2018
    Dev: ChloroPub: Sekai Project
    Windows · Mac

    This tale began five years earlier, in the spring of 2231. Mankind has evolved a new kind of communication ability called “telepathy”.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 39.3%, Casual 29.6%, Sci-fi 16.5%, Indie 8.1%, Story Rich 6.6%

  16. #16 Stealing Them Softly
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dark One!Pub: Shiravune
    Windows

    A popular Japanese visual novel by Dark One! — a touching story of two people torn by inner conflict and sorrow as they face separation from the one they love. What kind of ending awaits them…?

    Why similar: Visual Novel 38.4%, Casual 31.2%, Anime 27.7%, Singleplayer 2.7%

  17. #17 Oblivious Garden ~Carmina Burana
    85% matchVery Positive89% of 548 reviews2014
    Dev: CorypheeSoftPub: DigitalEZ
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    This is a sumptuous palace built for the seven princesses. It is a "birdcage" glorified with the name "garden"… Irell Reis was once a famous general leading thousands of soldiers. However, the defeat three years ago cost him everything. Now, he is summoned by the Emperor of Celantu again...

    Why similar: Visual Novel 42.8%, Anime 36.3%, Casual 15.5%, Indie 5.4%

  18. #18 Japanese School Life
    84% matchVery Positive83% of 327 reviews2016
    Dev: code:jpPub: Sekai Project
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Welcomed by the fluttering of cherry blossom, the main character, Brian, starts a new high school life in Japan. Brian soon starts to get along with two girls in the same class after they start to talk to him. With their help, Brian gradually learns Japanese culture and customs.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 44.9%, Anime 30.9%, Casual 19.6%, Indie 4.6%

  19. #19 夢游仙境ロマネスク: Chronicles of Refugia
    83% matchPositive88% of 26 reviews2022
    Dev: MediumPub: YOX-Project
    Windows

    In the aftermath of catastrophic global warming, humans live in conflict with their new, not-so-human neighbors... and three "Alices" must fight against humanity to ensure the survival of their race.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 31.7%, Casual 22.6%, Anime 20.4%, Sci-fi 14.6%, Story Rich 7%

  20. #20 His Chuunibyou Cannot Be Cured!
    84% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2018
    Dev: Tamaya KagiyaPub: MangaGamer
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Jun Mizushima, is ordinary in every way, except for the fact that he’s the only son of a wealthy businessman and that dabbles in video game development in his spare time. He also has an ability to make everything he wishes a reality. Or, so he thinks.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 39.6%, Anime 29.8%, Casual 28.5%, Singleplayer 2.1%

  21. #21 Adolescent Santa Claus
    82% matchVery Positive85% of 1,317 reviews2018
    Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 25%

    This visual novel game tells the tale of a cute little Santa Clause appearing

    Why similar: Visual Novel 47.2%, Anime 31.8%, Casual 14.4%, Indie 3.1%, Story Rich 2.9%

  22. #22 Making*Lovers: First Blush
    82% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: SMEEPub: Kagura Games
    Windows

    Does destiny really leave you with only one option?

    Why similar: Visual Novel 39%, Casual 30.5%, Anime 25.8%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 2.1%

  23. #23 Stellaren II
    81% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2020
    Dev: ninedux
    Windows

    A space sci-fi visual novel in post-apocalyptic worldCombines a unique visual novel experience with multiple mini-games!Travel across multiple locations across space and meet a diverse set of interesting characters.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 29.3%, Anime 20.8%, Sci-fi 17.5%, Post-apocalyptic 16.3%, Story Rich 7.5%

  24. #24 SC2VN - The eSports Visual Novel
    80% matchVery Positive93% of 874 reviews2015
    Dev: Team Eleven
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    SC2VN is a visual novel about the South Korean StarCraft 2 scene. You play as Mach, a foreign semi-pro trying to make it in eSports who soon learns that success in StarCraft takes more than in-game strategy.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 51.4%, Anime 29.4%, Casual 15.2%, Indie 4.1%

  25. #25 Hacking The Moon to Find My Goddess
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CUBEPub: Kagura Games
    Windows

    Kaito Shiromae is a young man with a gift for hacking, but when he hacks into Central-AI—a system that supervises countless AIs around the world—and asks it to find him his soulmate, he ends up with an unexpected surprise.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 39.9%, Casual 29.9%, Anime 25.6%, Indie 2.5%, Singleplayer 2.1%

  26. #26 Voices from the Sea
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 1,262 reviews2015
    Dev: Zeiva Inc
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 413.6 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Follow the story of a young boy, Cantus as he meets Maris, the mysterious girl by the sea - an experience that will change his life forever.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 47.8%, Anime 35.4%, Casual 10.7%, Indie 2.7%, Story Rich 2%

  27. #27 Hoshizora no Memoria -Wish upon a Shooting Star- HD
    79% matchVery Positive94% of 382 reviews2017
    Dev: FavoritePub: Sekai Project
    Windows
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    A Japanese love adventure game, as you follow the story of Kogasaka You, his hometown and a promise he made.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 49.1%, Anime 22.6%, Casual 17.2%, Story Rich 9.9%, Singleplayer 1.3%

  28. #28 Analogue: A Hate Story
    78% matchVery Positive93% of 2,291 reviews2012
    Dev: Love Conquers All Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    A dark visual mystery novel featuring transhumanism, traditional marriage, loneliness, and cosplay. Two pursuable characters. Five endings. Welcome to the future.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 55.2%, Anime 19.8%, Sci-fi 16.1%, Story Rich 4.9%, Indie 3%

  29. #29 CLANNAD Side Stories
    78% matchVery Positive88% of 397 reviews2016
    Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 156.6 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Delve further into the world of CLANNAD and experience the stories beyond the original visual novel adventure. Known as CLANNAD Hikari Mimamoru Sakamichi de in Japan, This Steam version features high resolution assets and is translated into English for the very first time.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 52.7%, Casual 19.6%, Anime 19.5%, Story Rich 8.2%

  30. #30 Narcissu 10th Anniversary Anthology Project
    77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 737 reviews2016
    Dev: stage-nanaPub: Sekai Project
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    "Life is like a waiting room, except people don't leave in the order they enter." Narcissu is a thought provoking visual novel series about terminal illness, living, dying, and the relationship between those leaving and those left behind. There are no miracles, no heroes, no villains in this story.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 49.8%, Anime 19.3%, Casual 14.8%, Story Rich 10.5%, Indie 4.6%

  31. #31 Lightning Angel Litona Liliche 섬광천사 리토나 리리셰
    77% matchPositive93% of 45 reviews2018
    Dev: TALESSHOP Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    ── A 「brave」 new world awaits! A 「world」 filled with light! ──

    Why similar: Casual 25.7%, Visual Novel 23.1%, Anime 21%, Sci-fi 15.5%, Story Rich 7.8%

  32. #32 Harmonia
    76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 777 reviews2016
    Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 89.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    From renowned visual novel studio Key, which brought you the highly rated visual novel “planetarian~the reverie of a little planet~”, this is “Harmonia”, the latest kinetic novel in the series.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 36.6%, Anime 25.4%, Casual 16.7%, Post-apocalyptic 11.1%, Sci-fi 5.7%

  33. #33 KARAKARA2
    75% matchVery Positive94% of 631 reviews2017
    Dev: calmePub: Sekai Project
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 91.6 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    KARAKARA. It is the sound of aridity. It is the sound of dry asphalt and sandy winds. It is the sound of relentless sunshine, as well as the sound of a withering race.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 43%, Anime 23.5%, Post-apocalyptic 15.7%, Casual 14.4%, Indie 3.4%

  34. #34 Ame no Marginal -Rain Marginal-
    76% matchVery Positive87% of 421 reviews2015
    Dev: stage-nanaPub: Sekai Project
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    The latest visual novel by Tomo Kataoka, the author of Narcissu 1st & 2nd, has arrived! An empty world with endless rain and only one person. Here there is no hunger, sickness or even death. Just what story does this world's one occupant have?

    Why similar: Visual Novel 46.2%, Anime 36.4%, Story Rich 6.6%, Casual 6.1%, Indie 4.8%

  35. #35 克莉丝的炎之信仰 Cryste: the Faith of Fire Vol.1
    75% matchVery Positive89% of 296 reviews2017
    Dev: SalvationPub: JingtuStudio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    In another distant world, there is a kingdom of fire. They who live under the red sky. People with different social classes. Birth with different but changeless fate. Those of nobility bring fortune and power to men, and bring hope.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 50.7%, Casual 24.5%, Anime 18.4%, Indie 6.4%

  36. #36 Frosty Kiss
    73% matchVery Positive90% of 1,556 reviews2016
    Dev: 2Chance Projects
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 36 minMean: 108.9 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    It's been a year since Semyon returned from "Sovyonok" and met the girls from the camp in the real world. But it's New Year at hand! And it needs to be celebrated!

    Why similar: Visual Novel 49.4%, Anime 35.5%, Casual 10.4%, Indie 3.5%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  37. #37 Rising Angels: Reborn
    74% matchVery Positive81% of 588 reviews2014
    Dev: IDHAS StudiosPub: Sekai Project
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    Despite determination and skill, Natalie Puccile, a Special Investigations and Tactics officer, has spent her career watching over a listening post in the middle of deep space. After the orders that she has always dreamed of arrive, she finds herself in charge of a small destroyer and tasked with discovering the fate of a missing...

    Why similar: Visual Novel 48.3%, Anime 29.9%, Casual 9.5%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Indie 3%

  38. #38 Season of 12 Colors
    73% matchVery Positive94% of 2,049 reviews2016
    Dev: 橘子班Pub: NVLMaker
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    --The way it was, Just like it is now, On a bright, bright summer day. "That's a promise, right?" The girl in a white dress said. Sunny sky. A paper plane slid across it, riding on blue winds.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 48.1%, Casual 23%, Anime 22.1%, Indie 6.8%

  39. #39 Hate Plus
    74% matchVery Positive84% of 589 reviews2013
    Dev: Love Conquers All Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Let's spend the next three real-time days together uncovering the mystery of what went horribly wrong on a derelict generation ship, with the help of a spunky/more-than-slightly-traumatized AI sidekick! A sequel to Analogue: A Hate Story that tells a whole new hate story of its own.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 53.2%, Anime 19.4%, Sci-fi 17.7%, Story Rich 5.5%, Indie 3.3%

  40. #40 The Bright Star Of Seraph-Katis-
    70% matchVery Positive87% of 61 reviews2024
    Dev: STARxSTAR
    Windows

    《The Bright Star Of Seraph-Katis-》is a short text adventure game. This game combines a visual novel and an "adventure mode".

    Why similar: Visual Novel 38.3%, Anime 24.3%, Casual 16.7%, Sci-fi 15.1%, Indie 3.9%

  41. #41 VOID
    73% matchMostly Positive79% of 42 reviews2017
    Dev: Vifth FloorPub: Sekai Project
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    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 41.4%, Casual 23.3%, Anime 18.2%, Story Rich 9.7%, Indie 6.2%

  42. #42 The Source
    70% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2024
    Dev: Octopuses
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A sci-fi visual novel where our main heroes journey through time and discover the mysteries of their world.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 37.5%, Sci-fi 21.7%, Anime 12.7%, Casual 11.8%, Story Rich 11.7%

  43. #43 WORLD END ECONOMiCA episode.01
    72% matchVery Positive84% of 715 reviews2014
    Dev: Spicy TailsPub: Sekai Project
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    From the author of Spice and Wolf, Isuna Hasekura, comes WORLD END ECONOMiCA. This is the first episode out of three part sci-fi/economic thriller visual novel set on the moon.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 61.1%, Anime 28.3%, Sci-fi 6%, Indie 2.1%, Story Rich 2%

  44. #44 Dysfunctional Systems: Learning to Manage Chaos
    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 786 reviews2013
    Dev: Dischan Media
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 48 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    From Dischan Media, creators of the highly acclaimed Juniper's Knot, comes Dysfunctional Systems: Learning to Manage Chaos.Dysfunctional Systems is a visual novel series featuring Winter Harrison, a student mediator from a utopian world. Learning to Manage Chaos is the first entry in the series.What is a mediator?

    Why similar: Visual Novel 58.6%, Anime 16.4%, Sci-fi 13.8%, Casual 4.4%, Story Rich 3.6%

  45. #45 Connected Hearts - Visual novel
    71% matchVery Positive89% of 339 reviews2017
    Dev: Eternal Night StudiosPub: Stw Projects
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    Gary is caught in a strange dream and now he must overcome the adversities on his path or perish in the attempt. In this adventure you will meet 3 children in dream-like scenarios, next to a mysterious girl who talks about a promise.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 53%, Anime 23.7%, Casual 18%, Indie 5.2%

  46. #46 Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell
    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 652 reviews2018
    Dev: ALICE IN DISSONANCE
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Written in the style of a children’s book, Mhakna Gramura and Fairy Bell is a Cinematic Novel about two children named Mhakna and Sebiarno that escape the wretched Mullbear Orphanage with the help of a Fairy named Bell, who promises eternal happiness as long as they agree to never grow up.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 34.6%, Casual 23.3%, Anime 22.9%, Story Rich 10.6%, Indie 6.1%

  47. #47 Trajectory of summer flower
    71% matchMostly Positive77% of 336 reviews2017
    Dev: SoraPrayer
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    "let's make a promise... When I grow up, I'll find you." By complete chance, these two childhood friends meet again after 10 years apart, but this time, will he be able to hold on to her? Or, will he lose here again forever? A love story about a summer trip in the countryside.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 48%, Anime 26.8%, Casual 25.2%

  48. #48 ホロウドライヴ
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: D10RAMA
    Windows

    In that world, simply being alive was enough to bear the weight of sin. To prevent the depletion of energy that grants supernatural powers, those who fail to prove their "worth of existence" are eliminated. …In this desolate world, I awoke with no memories, not even knowing my own name.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 34.8%, Anime 20.8%, Post-apocalyptic 17.3%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Story Rich 10.4%

  49. #49 Fox Hime
    68% matchVery Positive84% of 4,044 reviews2017
    Dev: AsicxArtPub: SakuraGame
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 66.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Yan is a college student with a special guardian girl named Mori at his side. "If my girlfriend is as beautiful as Mori, then my life must be blessed by the gods..." Unknowingly, another girl is entering his life...

    Why similar: Visual Novel 43.4%, Anime 42.7%, Casual 10.9%, Indie 2.2%, Singleplayer 0.8%

  50. #50 Sixtieth Kilometer
    69% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,786 reviews2016
    Dev: TalentplacePub: KishMish Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    You're going to work by train, but strange things happens on the way: the train stops, the pink fog appears outside and the man who came off the train immediately dies. The main characters turned out to be locked in the train without any clues about what's happening...

    Why similar: Visual Novel 65%, Post-apocalyptic 13.5%, Casual 8%, Anime 3.9%, Sci-fi 3.6%

  51. #51 One Last Crane
    68% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2022
    Dev: Blissful Work'sPub: Sekai Project
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    One Last Crane is a visual novel centered on Yuuki Murakami, a boy who has a brain tumor. After a long year of treatment without any positive results, Yuuki asks for his final wish: to return to his hometown and fulfill his promise to meet again with his childhood friend, Saki Nishimura...

    Why similar: Visual Novel 37%, Anime 35.6%, Casual 17.3%, Indie 4.5%, Story Rich 4.2%

  52. #52 Omni Link
    69% matchPositive89% of 47 reviews2018
    Dev: RoenciaPub: Roencia Game Creators
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Omni Link is a hybrid visual novel featuring exploration, real-time space combat, and choices that affect gameplay and story. Find love across the stars, and become a hero in an epic adventure.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 39.1%, Anime 26.3%, Sci-fi 22.1%, Story Rich 8.4%, Indie 4%

  53. #53 Save Me, Sakuya-san!
    65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 908 reviews2021
    Dev: Sigyaad Team
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    She's here to help! Let Sakuya Izayoi from the Touhou Project comfort you after encountering some hardships in this beautiful visual novel that aims to heal your troubles away!

    Why similar: Visual Novel 37.8%, Anime 31.9%, Casual 17.6%, Story Rich 9.6%, Singleplayer 3%

  54. #54 CODE::LUX
    64% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2025
    Dev: すやすやファクトリー
    Windows

    泥沼化した世界大戦によって主要な電力インフラが失われ、文明が崩壊した未来。 遺物を求めて廃墟を渡るスカベンジャーのカイは、旧国家システムを掌握する謎の少女ミツハと出会う。 彼女の願いは、ただひとつ――かつて世界を支えた核融合炉を再び動かすこと。

    Why similar: Visual Novel 31.5%, Post-apocalyptic 23.5%, Anime 20.8%, Sci-fi 17.6%, Story Rich 5.6%

  55. #55 Hypoxia - One Last Breath
    67% matchMostly Positive79% of 19 reviews2021
    Dev: NagiPub: Hypoxia Studio
    Windows

    A breathtaking sci-fi visual novel! Since the Z gas appeared in the atmosphere, it is no longer possible to breath outside the Dome. You play as Carl Thanavan, a young scientist determined to uncover the origin of the catastrophe. Which path will you choose?

    Why similar: Visual Novel 34.2%, Sci-fi 20.3%, Anime 20.1%, Post-apocalyptic 17.7%, Indie 2.9%

  56. #56 Narcissu 1st & 2nd
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,225 reviews2015
    Dev: stage-nanaPub: Sekai Project
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 48 minMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    This is a story of disease and suffering; of medication and adverse effects; of thoracotomy scars and cellular poisons; of the living who cannot help but to die and of the dying who cannot help but to live; of a resting place other than "on 7F" or "at home".

    Why similar: Visual Novel 57.9%, Anime 29.5%, Story Rich 6.3%, Casual 3.2%, Indie 2.5%

  57. #57 CATharsis
    67% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2020
    Dev: MIYAKOpubl
    Windows

    STORY:This is a visual novel and adventure game set in the present day.(It is not an otome game.)

    Why similar: Visual Novel 52.8%, Casual 23.2%, Anime 12.4%, Indie 6.2%, Story Rich 4.8%

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