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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Interactive Fiction, Visual Novel, Singleplayer, Adventure.

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Here is a short story about little Lisa, who wants to congratulate her mother on her birthday. But the child has no money for a present. Lisa has to look for ways to earn money for a present all day. But is there any sense in this? Maybe the girl shouldn't strain herself so much for such a mother?

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Developer: God's Games
Genres: Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    97% matchPositive92% of 26 reviews2022
    Dev: Cow Children GamesPub: House of Spinn
    Windows · Mac

    A colourful narrative adventure game. You're one of the first sheep to attend university. Roam the campus, attend lectures by day and enjoy friend-time at night. Discover campus truths, and sniff out secrets. Live the life of a campus sheep, but beware: not everybody wants to see a sheep graduate!

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 21.9%, Life Sim 21.3%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Drama 9.6%, Emotional 8.7%

  2. #2 YOUNG TEAM SOUNDS
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: POST COMMERCIALS: ALLIANCE
    Windows

    Break the dead ends! A music creation adventure where the sounds you create change depending on your "emotional choices". A dark tale of creation, modelled on the real world and real events.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 23.3%, Hidden Object 19.7%, Visual Novel 17.5%, Drama 11.6%, Emotional 8.7%

  3. #3 The Tiny World
    96% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2025
    Dev: Remus
    Windows

    The Tiny World is a drama visual novel. A New Year's story about a long separation from home, family, friends, and tears freezing in the cold.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 26.1%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Drama 15.2%, Casual 10%, Family Friendly 7.3%

  4. #4 Stories Want to Be Told Storyone: Prophecy
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CodingApe GamesPub: Vulpis Yazilim
    Windows

    Stories Want to be Told is an adventure game. It is more like an interactive story telling game. This the first episode The Prohecy

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 33.4%, Visual Novel 22.5%, Exploration 10.8%, Emotional 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

  5. #5 Room of Depression
    94% matchMostly Positive75% of 800 reviews2023
    Dev: FirePillar2Pub: IndieArk
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 1.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    "Same encounter, different world." Moon is a young woman who lives an ordinary city life as an office worker. However, because she suffers from depression, she reacts and deals with things in a way that is very different from regular city folk.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 21.6%, Life Sim 17.3%, Drama 16%, Emotional 13.5%, Visual Novel 12.6%

  6. #6 The Butterfly Effect
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 8 Ball Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Follow the journey of a young boy living in seclusion, whose life takes a dramatic turn after a fierce storm uncovers a peculiar mirror. What begins as a simple curiosity transforms into a heartfelt connection as the boy discovers the mirror's magical properties.

    Why similar: Life Sim 28.2%, Interactive Fiction 26%, Visual Novel 18.8%, Exploration 8.6%, Casual 7.3%

  7. #7 Axiom Alternative II
    93% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2021
    Dev: Triority Interactive Novels
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Sacking an employee from The Violet Hotel soon becomes unwanted news on Grendel's malicious web blog. Can the protagonist stop Grendel from causing further problems ?

    Why similar: Visual Novel 25.8%, Interactive Fiction 24.1%, Life Sim 20.4%, Adventure 10.3%, Casual 9.7%

  8. #8 Trekking and Camping | 远足与露营
    92% matchMostly Positive78% of 23 reviews2021
    Dev: Hont
    Windows

    Trekking and Camping is a climbing-themed walking simulation game that tells the daily adventures of the protagonist named Allen.

    Why similar: Life Sim 25.8%, Interactive Fiction 25%, Visual Novel 16.5%, Exploration 8.1%, Casual 7.2%

  9. #9 you're just imagining it
    91% matchVery Positive97% of 442 reviews2024
    Dev: npckc
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A chronic illness simulator. You think you have a chronic illness, but you don't know what. All you know is you are always in some state of pain. You've been to too many doctors to count... but you still have to live your life.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 33.1%, Life Sim 29.9%, Visual Novel 23%, Emotional 7.7%, Adventure 5.8%

  10. #10 Retention
    91% matchMostly Negative35% of 702 reviews2015
    Dev: Sometimes You
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    This game is about a person who kept running through his life, never looking back at the past. Once during a trip, he gets into trouble. Now he's lying on the cold ground, buried beneath his bicycle. Slides of various moments fly through his head.

    Why similar: Life Sim 22.1%, Interactive Fiction 20%, Visual Novel 16.1%, Drama 10.6%, Family Friendly 8%

  11. #11 SecretPact:Restart
    90% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: C0Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    "SecretPact: Restart" is a fantasy adventure visual novel created by the solo studio C0Entertainment in 2025. It tells the story of the protagonist, Lu Yu, who lives in 1999 and unexpectedly uncovers a long-buried secret, leading to a series of events.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 29.7%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Casual 11.9%, Adventure 11%, Drama 10.6%

  12. #12 Jivitam
    89% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2021
    Dev: Suri
    Windows

    Jivitam allows you to experience life of a common man from beginning to end of his life in an interesting way.

    Why similar: Life Sim 25.7%, Hidden Object 21.5%, Casual 15.6%, Adventure 14.9%, 2D 11.1%

  13. #13 We Carry the Fire
    89% match8 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Myna Games Ltd.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    We Carry the Fire is a fantasy-adventure visual novel about four people embarking on a dangerous quest to save a small village from an apocalyptic curse.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 31.5%, Visual Novel 22.5%, Drama 16.6%, Adventure 12.3%, Emotional 11.1%

  14. #14 The Color Kitnapper
    88% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sindrex
    Windows

    In a town filled with cats, all the colors have been kitnapped! Luckily, you Mr. Detective, are on the case! Uncover the stories of the towncats and catch the Color Kitnapper! The Color Kitnapper is a short and sweet interactive walking simulator with an ASCII look, set in a town of adorable cats!

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 28.6%, Adventure 11.5%, Drama 11.3%, Casual 10.5%, Emotional 7.7%

  15. #15 Pigeon Flight Simulator
    87% matchMostly Negative38% of 26 reviews2024
    Dev: srvr
    Windows

    Pigeon Flight Simulator offers a peaceful flying experience over the city with relaxing music. Escape stress, feel the freedom of the sky, and enjoy the tranquility!

    Why similar: Life Sim 24.3%, Hidden Object 18.2%, Visual Novel 17.4%, Drama 9.1%, Exploration 7.9%

  16. #16 and Roger
    85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,109 reviews2025
    Dev: TearyHand StudioPub: Kodansha
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 1.4 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    It was a morning like all others, until she realized her dad wasn't home. In his place, a stranger who speaks nonsense and insists she "takes her medicine". Who is he? Where is dad?

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 22.5%, Life Sim 22.2%, Visual Novel 16.3%, Drama 9.3%, Emotional 7.8%

  17. #17 随风而逝 Story About Times
    86% matchVery Positive81% of 83 reviews2020
    Dev: cdhy interactive
    Windows

    Time is the only thing we can't resist. Some people and things will never be found once they are lost. In the dark, a man was walking alone. The moment when you turn back, don't forget the place where came from!

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 20.4%, Hidden Object 15%, Drama 12.2%, Visual Novel 12.1%, Emotional 11.5%

  18. #18 Faircroft's Antiques: The Forbidden Crypt
    86% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: Boomzap Inc
    Windows · Mac

    Mia Faircroft goes to Italy! Tag along on her travels in this Hidden Object game. Search through gorgeously rendered locations, breathe new life into a collection of antiques, and discover the secret that lies in the crypt of Porto Nacosti!

    Why similar: Hidden Object 23.2%, Interactive Fiction 21.2%, Visual Novel 11.3%, Family Friendly 9.4%, Casual 8.6%

  19. #19 Arthur's Camping Adventure
    84% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
    Dev: Jordan Freeman GroupPub: ZOOM Platform Media
    Windows

    Arthur and Mr. Ratburn's class are taking a field trip to Mount Rockslide to explore the wilderness. It should have been all fine and dandy, but Mr. Ratburn ends up twisting his ankle on arrival at the campsite. It's now up to Arthur and his friend Buster to get some help!

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 26.9%, Hidden Object 21.4%, Family Friendly 16.9%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Exploration 8.2%

  20. #20 Please pay the rent!
    84% matchPositive93% of 42 reviews2025
    Dev: 男爵トマトPub: BokiBoki Games
    Windows

    You found success through an unexpected investment, living a carefree life managing properties. One day, two letters from tenants spark your curiosity. Visiting their residence, you meet two elegant women, their refined demeanor hiding subtle unease, drawing you in to uncover the story behind it.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 31.5%, Visual Novel 21.9%, Casual 12.8%, Drama 9%, Exploration 8.9%

  21. #21 The River
    83% matchVery Positive93% of 60 reviews2025
    Dev: bokchoi
    Windows

    A short story point-and-click visual novel about the afterlife.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 29.5%, Visual Novel 24.3%, Adventure 11.7%, Drama 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

  22. #22 Until Then
    82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 15,382 reviews2024
    Dev: Polychroma GamesPub: Maximum Entertainment
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    A fateful meeting sets off a chain reaction, upending Mark's life. People disappear and memories prove unreliable. Uncover a hidden truth with Mark and his friends in this narrative adventure and race to unravel the mystery before it's too late.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 23.7%, Interactive Fiction 23%, Emotional 15.2%, Drama 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%

  23. #23 Red Bow: Strange Dream
    82% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2025
    Dev: Stranga GamesPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows

    Embark on an immersive adventure alongside Roh as she tries to break free from her strange dream.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 30.3%, Visual Novel 20%, Adventure 11.6%, Casual 10.6%, Exploration 8.9%

  24. #24 Vyun, Kosmeya, And The Witch’s Curse
    80% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: DillyFrame
    Windows

    A linear visual novel that tells us about the adventures of a budding writer, Kosmeya, who needs to take his manuscript to a competition in the capital, the path to which passes through a creepy forest.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 29%, Hidden Object 28.9%, Family Friendly 12.8%, Adventure 11.1%, Casual 10.5%

  25. #25 自宅警備員のお仕事
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CharRoomPub: Kodansha
    Windows

    Be wary of visitors. Play as a reclusive NEET in this single-player adventure. Your responses to the strange "visitors" at your door will determine your fate. A chilling blend of human horror and the occult awaits within the confines of your apartment.

    Why similar: Life Sim 27.6%, Interactive Fiction 26.6%, Hidden Object 16.4%, Adventure 10.5%, Casual 9.6%

  26. #26 这是生活
    81% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: 这是生活
    Windows

    A small game to experience the life of an ordinary person.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 26.6%, Interactive Fiction 20.4%, Drama 16.3%, Emotional 14.3%, Casual 10.6%

  27. #27 The Heroes Around Me
    78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 735 reviews2024
    Dev: OKJOY
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    The Heroes Around Me tells a story of a family of 3: the hard-working and quiet father – Nan, his daughter Lili, and their pet dog Sesame. Players will experience the harshness and warmth in the simpler time of the 1990s, where lots of stories are untold.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 20.3%, Interactive Fiction 19.2%, Life Sim 19.1%, Drama 13.3%, Emotional 9.8%

  28. #28 Elezion
    79% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: HO Lab+StudioPub: HFOTA
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Elezion is a visual novel about memory, war, and human connection, told across several intertwined timelines. Retro pixel art and original music frame a story where every choice explores what it means to exist.

    Why similar: Visual Novel 30.7%, Drama 21%, Adventure 14.4%, Casual 12.9%, 2D 7.6%

  29. #29 Dream:scape Revelation
    79% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Speedbump Studio
    Windows

    Dream:scape Revelation is a narrative exploration game where memories are the puzzle pieces. Step into Spencer Sullivan’s subconscious—across three eras of his life—to uncover hidden truths, confront trauma, and piece together a mystery that blurs dream and reality.

    Why similar: Life Sim 31.6%, Interactive Fiction 30.4%, Casual 11.3%, Drama 8.6%, Exploration 8.2%

  30. #30 The Masquerade
    78% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: 可微游戏
    Windows

    "Masquerade" is an independently developed AVG. You will survive in the mysterious and cruel "Little Pig Park" from the first perspective of the male protagonist Youta. There will be multiple choices involved, and you need to struggle between harsh reality and inner conscience, uncovering the truth!

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 30.4%, Visual Novel 21.6%, Casual 12.5%, Adventure 11.5%, Drama 11.4%

  31. #31 真愿交错
    77% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2024
    Dev: zhubei
    Windows

    高三的生活,对于学生来说是人生中最重要的时刻,刚刚踏入高三的主人公晨约,对未来感到了迷茫,对高考之后的志愿,以及今后的职业规划有着非常模糊的感觉。就在他迎接着为止的将来的时候,有一位许久不见的朋友闯入了他的生活中。

    Why similar: Visual Novel 27%, Interactive Fiction 21.3%, Drama 19.2%, Casual 14.5%, Adventure 13.5%

  32. #32 The Dagger of Hisei
    77% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Sword of Dew Studio
    Windows

    After the revolution, Kikoku is plunged into chaos. Takekosen joins the secret organization Hiseido, facing her final trial. She must abandon her name, wear the mask, and forge her path through fate. A fantasy visual novel set in an ancient Eastern world.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 33.7%, Visual Novel 29.6%, Drama 12.3%, Emotional 10.8%, Adventure 8%

  33. #33 Kono Aozora ni Yakusoku o Refine
    75% matchVery Positive86% of 197 reviews2025
    Dev: GIGAPub: HIKARI PULSE
    Windows
    Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%

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  34. #34 落日满天星
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Glittering Stars
    Windows

    "It's a story about a young boy and a young girl who, amidst illness and pain, find redemption in each other and ultimately journey together towards the stars."

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 30.7%, Visual Novel 21.9%, Adventure 12.6%, Drama 11.7%, Emotional 8.7%

  35. #35 Scarlet Enigma
    76% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Braveforge
    Windows

    Investigate a chilling birthday murder in a branching mystery filled with secrets, suspects, and puzzles. Uncover the truth, bend time, and stop the killer before reality begins to unravel.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 30.5%, Visual Novel 21.8%, Hidden Object 18.2%, Adventure 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

  36. #36 College Kings 3
    75% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: UndergradSteve
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Hot girls. Underground fights. Big Choices. But sophomore year hits different. You're in charge now – managing a fight club. Do what you want, and who you want. Fully standalone and written entirely by the original creator. Welcome to the wildest, sexiest and most daring College Kings yet.

    Why similar: Life Sim 25.9%, Interactive Fiction 24.9%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Adventure 10.2%, Drama 9.8%

  37. #37 雪凤山 Secret Opera
    73% matchVery Positive80% of 167 reviews2024
    Dev: GOCORE
    Windows

    In the Spring Festival of 2005, the blizzard in Xuefeng mountain trapped the drama troupe performing in the village. At the same time, there was a homicide during the performance. Unlike the nervous members of the drama troupe, the villagers were afraid of a more terrible existence than the homicide

    Why similar: Visual Novel 28.1%, Interactive Fiction 22.1%, Drama 16.1%, Emotional 8.8%, Adventure 8.4%

  38. #38 어서오세요 신성재판에
    74% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: 지식보관소
    Windows

    Waking up after a car accident to find yourself in another world? Welcome to "Sacred Trial." In a magical world, you face the threat of being summoned to the sacred trial. A fantasy detective adventure where you must prove your innocence in a fantasy world.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 28.3%, Visual Novel 23.3%, Hidden Object 19.6%, Adventure 12.2%, Drama 12%

  39. #39 120 Yen Stories
    74% matchVery Positive98% of 83 reviews2022
    Dev: NekoNeko SoftPub: iMoe Games
    Windows

    In 120 Yen series, each season has a unique heroine. By using the four seasons of Japan to tell the story of two people meeting and getting along through the keyword "120 yen".

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 31.3%, Visual Novel 24.5%, Emotional 15%, Drama 9.3%, Adventure 7.9%

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    73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: BrøderbundPub: ZOOM Platform Media
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Explore and share Stan & Jan Berenstain’s classic, "The Berenstain Bears Get in a Fight", adapted from the original storybook into an interactive animated adventure!

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 33.7%, Visual Novel 22%, Adventure 14.1%, Casual 12.7%, Family Friendly 8.1%

  41. #41 Hindsight
    72% matchMostly Positive80% of 153 reviews2022
    Dev: Team HindsightPub: Annapurna Interactive
    Windows · Mac

    What if the physical objects of everyday life, the possessions we hold close, were actual windows to the past? Peer into distant memories and unseen futures in Hindsight.

    Why similar: Hidden Object 20%, Interactive Fiction 14.3%, Visual Novel 12.3%, Emotional 11.7%, Drama 11.5%

  42. #42 The Pathema 疫途
    73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Noverlap Game Studio
    Windows

    一款轻度Rougelike+视觉小说游戏,通过不同的选择,走出不一样的归家之路。

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 26.3%, Life Sim 24.6%, Visual Novel 16%, Drama 8.5%, Casual 7.8%

  43. #43 Purrfect Tale
    72% matchPositive80% of 15 reviews2023
    Dev: BadMouse
    Windows · Mac

    When you awake, you find yourself transported back to the time when you were a student. You find it hard to breathe under the massive study load and oppressive environment, until you meet a stray cat that manages to wriggle its way into your world by chance...

    Why similar: Life Sim 27.4%, Interactive Fiction 25.8%, Visual Novel 16.8%, Family Friendly 7.5%, Casual 7%

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    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: harunohime
    Windows

    After failing your first attempt at the college entrance exam, you chose to embark on a one-year re-study journey on a beautiful island, accompanied by three distinctively individualistic young ladies.

    Why similar: Life Sim 37.3%, Visual Novel 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Hidden Object 9.7%, 2D 8.1%

  45. #45 The Bright Path
    70% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2025
    Dev: Silesian Society for Solidarity
    Windows

    "The bright path" is a 45 minutes long educational interactive computer game for Windows which you can use to familiarize yourselves or other unexperienced youngsters with the topics of dangers of drug abuse, addiction and active citizenships in your communities.

    Why similar: Life Sim 36.4%, Hidden Object 26%, Adventure 13.8%, Casual 12.5%, Exploration 11%

  46. #46 Tomorrow Will Be Dying
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Team Robo
    Windows · Mac

    Tomorrow Will Be Dying is an atmospheric, story-driven slice-of-life visual novel with light sim elements about finding yourself through your connections with others.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 35.8%, Visual Novel 26.2%, Casual 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Relaxing 7.2%

  47. #47 幽都酒馆
    69% matchVery Positive99% of 102 reviews2024
    Dev: 七月柒月七
    Windows

    本游戏主旨绿色健康阳光积极向上充满正能量,无不良导向。

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 24.4%, Visual Novel 17.7%, Drama 12%, Exploration 8.5%, Emotional 8.5%

  48. #48 OS:Memories
    71% matchMixed65% of 20 reviews2022
    Dev: BASI Studios
    Windows

    You were just the owner of an office, but something piqued your curiosity. Understand what happened to Andy by browsing through his most personal archives and memories. OS: Memories is a short and engaging storyline about the everyday life of a game developer.

    Why similar: Life Sim 28.5%, Interactive Fiction 19.3%, Drama 12.2%, Emotional 11.6%, Exploration 9.5%

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    70% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: solarProtagPub: solarprotag
    Windows · Linux

    Welcome to Pride Park! Experience six main stories and several bonus stories centered around the staff and students of this eclectic idol school in this episodic, slice-of-life visual novel!

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 29.8%, Visual Novel 21.4%, Drama 11.8%, Casual 11.4%, Emotional 8.8%

  50. #50 Ashes
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Plot Twist Australia
    Windows · Mac

    After witnessing a murder, 16-year-old skater Azar Warren seeks refuge with her estranged grandfather on his rural compound, only to suspect he may be more dangerous than her pursuers. Ashes blends graphic novel panels with interactive puzzles in a story of murder and unease.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 30%, Visual Novel 24.6%, Drama 13.2%, Emotional 9.2%, Adventure 8.3%

  51. #51 猫娘预制菜工坊
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Milton Game
    Windows

    To survive, you sign a contract: in a world where animals have become catgirls, bring one catgirl the greatest happiness within a month, and you'll receive 600,000 to save your life.

    Why similar: Life Sim 32.1%, Interactive Fiction 19.5%, Visual Novel 13.9%, Casual 11.6%, Drama 10.3%

  52. #52 The Bear - A Story from the World of Gra
    67% matchVery Positive100% of 63 reviews2025
    Dev: Mucks! Games
    Windows

    Home is where the stars are. An interactive bedtime story, for anyone who needs one. Take the bear and the little one on a deeply meaningful journey, as you experience stories of togetherness, of letting go and of finding a place you belong.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 31.9%, Visual Novel 20.8%, Family Friendly 13.8%, Casual 9.6%, Adventure 9.1%

  53. #53 Messy Hearts
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Black Heart Games LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Messy Hearts is a pixel-art visual novel about a complicated coworker friendship. Through journal-style narration, Florence unpacks romance, trauma, and some messy boundaries in a deeply personal story of mental health and heartbreak. No choices; this is a linear narrative.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 29.2%, Visual Novel 21.1%, Drama 12.9%, Casual 10.7%, Emotional 9.7%

  54. #54 Matsuro Palette
    68% matchVery Positive99% of 319 reviews2020
    Dev: SleepingMuseumPub: KEMCO
    Windows

    Survive seven days with a cursed painting. Rely on notes from past victims and manage to successfully paint her portrait. But be careful not to upset her, or you'll quickly find yourself dead! An assortment of terminal tableaus awaits you. Will you be the one to finally finish her?

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 19.7%, Hidden Object 17.3%, Visual Novel 15.8%, Drama 14%, Emotional 11.7%

  55. #55 Haley's story
    69% matchPositive88% of 48 reviews2021
    Dev: Likesblondes
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Love is a tricky thing. Sometimes it can be right under your nose, and you may not even know it. In HALEY’S STORY, that may be the case.

    Why similar: Life Sim 28%, Interactive Fiction 26.4%, Visual Novel 19%, Emotional 9.9%, Casual 7.7%

  56. #56 Fishing Vacation
    68% matchVery Positive96% of 278 reviews2022
    Dev: Teebowah Games
    Windows

    A Game Boy styled fishing horror adventure

    Why similar: Life Sim 30.6%, Interactive Fiction 29.9%, Adventure 12.8%, Casual 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

  57. #57 Emi - Long Road Home
    67% matchVery Positive84% of 62 reviews2025
    Dev: CellStudios
    Windows · Mac

    The story of Emi continues as she takes the Long Road Home back to The Cabin, where she'll face the consequences of New Beginnings. What will the road hold? Only time will tell.

    Why similar: Life Sim 28.4%, Interactive Fiction 26.2%, Visual Novel 18%, Exploration 8.3%, Adventure 7.5%

  58. #58 One Perfect Day
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Spacepup Entertainment
    Windows

    A slow burn thriller about a boy who finds himself reliving a particular day of his life at school. Encompassed in a first person narrative rich puzzle adventure, players help Andy rediscover his past, future and present by solving the mystery that revolves around this one perfect day.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 33.9%, Hidden Object 31.3%, Visual Novel 23.5%, Relaxing 5.8%, Adventure 3.2%

  59. #59 Ted
    67% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2024
    Dev: Başar Melih Tümtürk
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Parent Ted, your own childhood. On this journey, you will have the chance to discover your inner child and better understand the trauma and emotions of your childhood.

    Why similar: Life Sim 26.1%, Interactive Fiction 24%, Visual Novel 18.9%, Drama 11.8%, Emotional 8.8%

  60. #60 Don't Let Me Fade
    64% matchVery Positive99% of 127 reviews2025
    Dev: AinkOink
    Windows

    Don't Let Me Fade is an interactive adventure about memory, identity, and loss. Piece together fragments of a life - even if a simple teddy bear is the last symbol of connection to oneself in a world without time.

    Why similar: Interactive Fiction 36.1%, Visual Novel 23.8%, Adventure 14.2%, Emotional 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

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