- #1 Wonderful Everyday Down the Rabbit-Hole
97% matchVery Positive93% of 2,444 reviews2017
Dev: KeroQPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 168.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Wonderful Everyday is a visual novel with multiple routes which develops a story based on a few concepts: "the sky and the world", "the beginning and the end", "literature and science", "savior and hero", "brother and sister".
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.4%, Psychological Horror 20.3%, Sexual Content 14.4%, Gore 12.9%, Nudity 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Shares the same philosophical depth and willingness to explore deeply disturbing, transgressive themes as the seed game.
- #2 YOU and ME and HER: A Love Story
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 6,464 reviews2020
Dev: NitroplusPub: JAST
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 128.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
YOU and ME and HER: A Love Story is the visual novel medium in its purest form. Will Shinichi choose Miyuki, the beautiful queen bee of the school, or the endearingly awkward misfit Aoi? With art by Tsuji Santa, these beautifully rendered romances will stay with you forever.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.8%, Psychological Horror 20.5%, Sexual Content 14.2%, Romance 8.2%, Gore 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative psychological horror that subverts the romance genre in a way that mirrors the unsettling nature of the seed game.
- #3 The House in Fata Morgana
96% matchVery Positive95% of 6,041 reviews2016
Dev: NOVECTPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 27.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A gothic suspense tale set in a cursed mansion. "The House in Fata Morgana" is a full-length visual novel spanning nearly a millennium that deals in tragedy, human nature, and insanity.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.4%, Psychological Horror 18.8%, Romance 12.1%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%, Horror 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A gothic, story-rich visual novel that explores dark, tragic themes and psychological trauma with immense emotional weight.
- #4 Doki Doki Literature Club Plus!
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 30,488 reviews2021
Dev: Team SalvatoPub: Serenity Forge
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 79.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Welcome to the club! Write poems for your crush and experience the terror of school romance in this critically-acclaimed psychological horror story.
Why similar: Psychological Horror 25.2%, Visual Novel 21.6%, Sexual Content 15%, Gore 13.1%, Romance 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A psychological horror visual novel that effectively uses the medium to subvert expectations and deliver a deeply unsettling experience.
- #5 sweet pool
94% matchVery Positive90% of 455 reviews2018
Dev: Nitro+CHiRALPub: JAST
Windows
As madness and horror devour his world, can Youji find hope amid the nightmare? Experience a bond deeper and darker than love in this unforgettable visual novel.
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.9%, Gore 24.6%, Sexual Content 19.7%, Psychological Horror 7.7%, Horror 5%
Why You'll Like It: Features a similar blend of body horror, dark romance, and psychological instability that defines the seed game's unique atmosphere.
- #6 Kara no Shojo
94% matchVery Positive92% of 439 reviews2018
Dev: Innocent GreyPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 165.3 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Play as a detective tasked with catching a serial killer in this visual novel set in post-war Japan. Investigate key locations, question many complex characters, piece together clues, and try to stop the culprit before they end yet another young girl's smile.
Why similar: Visual Novel 19.2%, Gore 19%, Psychological Horror 17.1%, Sexual Content 14.2%, Horror 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric detective visual novel that does not shy away from graphic gore and disturbing psychological mystery.
- #7 CHAOS;CHILD
93% matchVery Positive94% of 3,800 reviews2019
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 81.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
From the creators of the critically acclaimed STEINS;GATE comes a sensational new visual novel: CHAOS;CHILD. Set in Shibuya in 2015, a group of high school students who survived an earthquake six years ago find themselves at the center of a new series of bizarre murders in the city.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.5%, Gore 19.9%, Psychological Horror 14.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.2%, Anime 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A psychological thriller that deals with gruesome mysteries and the fragility of the human mind.
- #8 CHAOS;HEAD NOAH
92% matchVery Positive89% of 1,696 reviews2022
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 52.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
CHAOS;HEAD NOAH is now available on Steam!
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.1%, Gore 26.8%, Psychological Horror 16.8%, Anime 7.2%, Story Rich 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the psychological breakdown of its protagonist amidst a backdrop of mystery and disturbing events.
- #9 Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 32,921 reviews2020
Dev: Nikita KryukovPub: Nikita Igorevich Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 11%
A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.3%, Psychological Horror 35.8%, Horror 12.7%, Anime 6.9%, Story Rich 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: A short, surreal, and deeply psychological experience that captures the feeling of a fractured reality.
- #10 Higurashi When They Cry Hou - Ch.2 Watanagashi
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,766 reviews2015
Dev: 07th ExpansionPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.8%, Psychological Horror 19.6%, Gore 11.2%, Horror 9.8%, Anime 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Deepens the psychological horror and mystery elements established in the first chapter of the series.
- #11 Milk outside a bag of milk outside a bag of milk
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 21,266 reviews2021
Dev: Nikita Kryukov
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A sequel to Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk. Dive into demented and bizarre world once again and help the girl become a little happier.
Why similar: Psychological Horror 37.8%, Visual Novel 36.8%, Great Soundtrack 6.3%, Multiple Endings 5.2%, Horror 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the surreal and unsettling psychological exploration of its predecessor with a focus on internal trauma.
- #12 Umineko When They Cry - Question Arcs
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,634 reviews2016
Dev: 07th ExpansionPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.9 hrsMean: 40.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Umineko When They Cry is the 2nd series of Sound Novel released by 07th Expansion. The steam version features renewed character sprites which is swappable from the classic art.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.7%, Great Soundtrack 19.1%, Cult Classic 13.8% ★, Psychological Horror 13.5%, Story Rich 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: A complex, long-form mystery that masterfully weaves psychological horror and intense, dark storytelling.
- #13 Fate/stay night REMASTERED
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,307 reviews2024
Dev: TYPE-MOONPub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 47.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Seek the root of the Fate franchise. Return to where it all began.
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.1%, Sexual Content 19.5%, Anime 8.7%, Psychological Horror 7%, Multiple Endings 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A foundational visual novel that features dark, supernatural themes and intense, high-stakes narrative conflicts.
- #14 Higurashi When They Cry Hou - Ch.1 Onikakushi
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,215 reviews2015
Dev: 07th ExpansionPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 45.6%, Cult Classic 13.9% ★, Anime 11.7%, Dark 8.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic psychological horror visual novel that excels at building paranoia and dread in a seemingly normal setting.
- #15 NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD
86% matchVery Positive95% of 53,234 reviews2022
Dev: WSS playground
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD is a “multi-ending ADV” depicting daily life with “OMGkawaiiAngel”, a young girl with a rather extreme need for approval attempting to become the #1 “Internet Angel” (streamer).
Why similar: Psychological Horror 31.4%, Visual Novel 24.4%, Sexual Content 21.6%, Anime 9.1%, Multiple Endings 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: Explores themes of mental instability and toxic relationships through a modern, dark, and psychological lens.
- #16 Umineko When They Cry - Answer Arcs
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,457 reviews2017
Dev: 07th ExpansionPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24.7 hrsMean: 46.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
This is the 2nd half of the Umineko When They Cry sound novel series, featuring episodes 5 through 8. This steam version features multi-language options, swap-able renewed character sprites, as well as the original BGMs and un-cut content.
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.6%, Great Soundtrack 20.2%, Cult Classic 12.9% ★, Psychological Horror 9.3%, Horror 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides the conclusion to the intense psychological mystery, maintaining the dark and philosophical tone of the series.
- #17 WITCH ON THE HOLY NIGHT
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 7,330 reviews2023
Dev: TYPE-MOONPub: Aniplex Inc.
Windows
Median: 14.0 hrsMean: 62.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A tale told with vivid colors and rich sound in a classic TYPE-MOON visual novel.
Why similar: Visual Novel 57.1%, Great Soundtrack 13.2%, Anime 12.5%, Sexual Content 8.5%, Story Rich 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A beautifully crafted visual novel that explores supernatural themes with a mature and atmospheric tone.
- #18 Iwaihime
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 873 reviews2020
Dev: DMM GAMESPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
From hit writer Ryukishi07, the creator of When They Cry, comes a story on the theme of “curses.” Strike down the dark riddle of dolls and soot in this supernatural horror visual novel.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.9%, Psychological Horror 23.8%, Lovecraftian 20.7%, Anime 9.2%, Horror 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A supernatural psychological horror title that focuses on curses and the breakdown of reality.
- #19 Corpse Party
85% matchVery Positive89% of 1,369 reviews2016
Dev: GrisGrisPub: XSEED Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A group of friends unknowingly perform an occult ritual that traps them in an otherworldly elementary school. Here, the vengeful spirits of young children threaten their lives and their sanity, and the only hope of survival is to uncover the chilling details behind the murders of those trapped before them...
Why similar: Gore 22.5%, Psychological Horror 18.7%, Visual Novel 16.9%, Horror 15.9%, Anime 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential horror visual novel that features intense gore and a claustrophobic, terrifying atmosphere.
- #20 Muv-Luv
84% matchVery Positive94% of 1,935 reviews2018
Dev: aNCHOR Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
One of the most highly-acclaimed visual novel series arrives on Steam, newly revamped and officially in English! An interdimensional love story that takes high school romance on a roller-coaster ride through the depths of despair, culminating in a sci-fi grand finale of epic proportions.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.2%, Romance 15.8%, Sexual Content 15.4%, Psychological Horror 13.2%, Anime 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: While starting as a romance, it shifts into a dark, psychological, and high-stakes war narrative that is deeply impactful.
- #21 STEINS;GATE 0
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,939 reviews2018
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 124.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
If you can't save the one you love… How can you save humanity? Sequel to the visual novel cult classic. Experience an alternate worldline of STEINS;GATE.
Why similar: Visual Novel 41.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.4%, Anime 11.4%, Story Rich 9.5%, Multiple Endings 7%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, sci-fi visual novel that deals with the psychological toll of time travel and loss.
- #22 PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,520 reviews2023
Dev: Square Enix
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
How far would you go to bring someone back from the dead? Discover the depths that some will go to in this horror-adventure game.
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.1%, Horror 16.8%, Anime 14.1%, Multiple Endings 10.9%, Story Rich 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A supernatural mystery that uses its unique visual style to create a tense and unsettling atmosphere.
- #23 CLANNAD
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 10,460 reviews2015
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 105.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
From the world renowned visual novel studio Key, the highly rated story of CLANNAD is now available on Steam! Improved visuals, achievement integration, and Dangopedia make this the best version of CLANNAD to date.
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.1%, Romance 16.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.4%, Anime 11.7%, Story Rich 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: While primarily a drama, its deep emotional impact and exploration of life and loss provide a strong narrative foundation for fans of story-rich visual novels.
- #24 GNOSIA
81% matchVery Positive94% of 4,733 reviews2022
Dev: Petit DepottoPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
The Gnosia lie. Pretending to be human, they’ll get in close, trick and deceive, and then eliminate one victim at a time...
Why similar: Visual Novel 38.7%, Psychological Horror 31%, Anime 12.7%, Story Rich 9.2%, Atmospheric 4%
Why You'll Like It: A psychological sci-fi game that focuses on paranoia and the difficulty of trusting others in a high-stakes environment.
- #25 The Fruit of Grisaia
82% matchVery Positive93% of 1,095 reviews2015
Dev: FrontwingPub: Frontwing USA
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 127.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
SIX FRUITS BARE THEIR FANGS AT THE WORLD. --The academy was their orchard. In this place of learning, protected by high walls from the outside world, there arrived a single young man who'd lost his purpose in life. He'd lost sight of what he wanted to protect.
Why similar: Visual Novel 31%, Nudity 12.3%, Sexual Content 11.6%, Anime 9.5%, Romance 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features dark, traumatic backstories and psychological depth hidden beneath a seemingly standard visual novel exterior.
- #26 Higurashi When They Cry Hou - Ch.6 Tsumihoroboshi
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 873 reviews2018
Dev: 07th ExpansionPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 40.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.6%, Psychological Horror 19.6%, Gore 17.9%, Horror 10.3%, Anime 8.4%
- #27 Doki Doki Literature Club!
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 219,150 reviews2017
Dev: Team Salvato
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 38.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%
The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.
Why similar: Psychological Horror 25%, Visual Novel 20.9%, Gore 10.8%, Anime 7.4%, Romance 7.2%
- #28 Higurashi When They Cry Hou - Ch.3 Tatarigoroshi
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,224 reviews2016
Dev: 07th ExpansionPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.7%, Psychological Horror 13.5%, Gore 10.6%, Cult Classic 9.4% ★, Great Soundtrack 8.9%
- #29 The NOexistenceN of you AND me
75% matchVery Positive93% of 19,673 reviews2024
Dev: 0x0Real StudioPub: Nino Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Use "game" as a medium to showcase the world of "you/girl". Explore the truth of "you/girl/world" through the form of a "visual novel".
Why similar: Visual Novel 38%, Psychological Horror 30.4%, Anime 9.4%, Multiple Endings 9.1%, Story Rich 6.4%
- #30 Higurashi When They Cry Hou - Ch.7 Minagoroshi
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 663 reviews2019
Dev: 07th ExpansionPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 15.8 hrsMean: 91.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 25.9%, Psychological Horror 22.5%, Gore 20.6%, Horror 10.5%, Anime 9.3%
- #31 Higurashi When They Cry Hou - Ch.5 Meakashi
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,008 reviews2017
Dev: 07th ExpansionPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.5%, Psychological Horror 20.1%, Gore 15.7%, Great Soundtrack 11.4%, Horror 10.1%
- #32 Higurashi When They Cry Hou - Rei
76% matchVery Positive98% of 252 reviews2022
Dev: 07th ExpansionPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 197.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.8%, Gore 14.5%, Psychological Horror 10.7%, Anime 9%, Sexual Content 8.9%
- #33 Higurashi When They Cry Hou - Ch.8 Matsuribayashi
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 753 reviews2020
Dev: 07th ExpansionPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 19.6 hrsMean: 76.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.1%, Psychological Horror 30.3%, Horror 11.5%, Great Soundtrack 9.8%, Anime 6.3%
- #34 Higurashi When They Cry Hou - Ch.4 Himatsubushi
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 867 reviews2016
Dev: 07th ExpansionPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Higurashi When They Cry is a sound novel. The music, backgrounds and characters work together to create a world that is the stage of a novel for the user to read. They laugh and cry and get angry. The user takes the point of view of the protagonist to experience the story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 28.5%, Psychological Horror 20%, Great Soundtrack 10.5%, Cult Classic 9.5% ★, Anime 8.2%
- #35 eden*
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,041 reviews2015
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 60.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A tale of the planet's final love story told using the full force of minori's critically acclaimed illustrative style, engaging musical compositions, and the highly talented staff that has led fans coming back for more every single time!
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.3%, Anime 15.4%, Romance 12.8%, Great Soundtrack 8.7%, Story Rich 5.6%
- #36 Raging Loop
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 9,674 reviews2017
Dev: KEMCO
Windows
Median: 23.9 hrsMean: 58.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The feast has begun, can you escape the village alive?
Why similar: Visual Novel 38.8%, Psychological Horror 24.2%, Gore 14.8%, Story Rich 6%, Sexual Content 4.1%
- #37 Sabbat of the Witch
74% matchVery Positive93% of 2,370 reviews2018
Dev: YUZUSOFTPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 295.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Hoshina Shuuji has a secret: He has a mysterious power that allows him to perceive the emotions of others. However, he is soon to find out that he is not the only one who has something he doesn't want others to find out about as Ayachi Nene, a classmate, likewise has a secret.
Why similar: Visual Novel 61.9%, Romance 12.2%, Anime 12.2%, Hentai 5.6%, Story Rich 3.3%
- #38 The House in Fata Morgana: A Requiem for Innocence
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,710 reviews2018
Dev: NOVECTPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 79%
"A Requiem for Innocence" is a companion to the visual novel "The House in Fata Morgana." It tells the tale of a young man dragged down by his ambitions and a girl both worshiped as a saint and maligned as a witch. For them, there is no happily ever after.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.2%, Gore 29.7%, Psychological Horror 11.5%, Great Soundtrack 10.9%, Story Rich 6%
- #39 DATE A LIVE: Rio Reincarnation
73% matchVery Positive95% of 3,724 reviews2019
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 138.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Show the Spirits the power of love and save the world in this romantic visual novel!
Why similar: Visual Novel 29%, Sexual Content 20.2%, Romance 12.6%, Anime 12.5%, Psychological Horror 10.2%
- #40 STEINS;GATE: My Darling's Embrace
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,772 reviews2019
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Fall in love with the lab members all over again in this sweet and slapstick romantic comedy!
Why similar: Visual Novel 66.8%, Anime 13.9%, Romance 12.2%, Story Rich 3.1%, Adventure 2.8%
- #41 Higurashi When They Cry Hou+
72% matchVery Positive88% of 163 reviews2023
Dev: 07th ExpansionPub: MangaGamer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 64%
The tragedy of Hinamizawa is over. Those held captive within its grip are free from the fate that bound them to June 1983. Yet the tale of Hinamizawa is not truly complete. There are many worlds not yet explored.
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.7%, Gore 25%, Anime 11.7%, Psychological Horror 9.8%, Horror 4.6%
- #42 The Shell Part I: Inferno
71% matchVery Positive91% of 1,325 reviews2023
Dev: Innocent GreyPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 10.7 hrsMean: 110.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Unravel a string of gruesome murders terrorizing Tokyo in this mystery-thriller visual novel. The secrets of a case from six years prior may just be the key to the current unending cycle of tragedy—and the thing that cracks this woeful world’s shell may be one girl’s smile.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.3%, Psychological Horror 21.3%, Gore 16.2%, Romance 13.3%, Dark 7.1%
- #43 Sucker for Love: First Date
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,933 reviews2022
Dev: AkabakaPub: DreadXP
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Put the 'love' in 'Lovecraftian horror'! Perform terrifying rituals to win the affections of eldritch horrors and smooch 'em... at any cost!
Why similar: Lovecraftian 25.5%, Visual Novel 15.7%, Psychological Horror 15.5%, Romance 11%, Horror 7.3%
- #44 NUKITASHI
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 3,440 reviews2023
Dev: QruppoPub: Shiravune
Windows
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 43.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Seiran Island. Even here in paradise, there are those who work in the shadows to bring it down... Confront the tyranny of a twisted system in this long-awaited visual novel adventure.
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.9%, Sexual Content 28%, Romance 13.6%, Anime 9.2%, Multiple Endings 5.8%
- #45 Muv-Luv Alternative
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,575 reviews2018
Dev: aNCHOR Inc.
Windows
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 34.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Playtime's over. Time for despair. Experience the definitive version of a masterpiece in the Muv-Luv trilogy's thrilling conclusion. Note: therapy not included.
Why similar: Visual Novel 24.1%, Gore 20.4%, Sexual Content 16.5%, Psychological Horror 15.8%, Romance 9%
- #46 Sakura no Mori † Dreamers
73% matchVery Positive92% of 1,051 reviews2017
Dev: MOONSTONEPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 192.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Who is the one hiding deeply in abyss? The Devil? The Killer? or—Yourself?
Why similar: Visual Novel 31.9%, Sexual Content 19.8%, Psychological Horror 15%, Gore 10.8%, Nudity 9%
- #47 ATRI -My Dear Moments-
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 22,459 reviews2020
Dev: FrontwingPub: ANIPLEX.EXE
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 106.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"As the world sank, I found you." In the near future, a sudden and unexplained sea rise has left much of human civilization underwater. In a little town slowly being enveloped by the ocean, an unforgettable summer is about to begin for a boy and a mysterious robot girl...
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.7%, Romance 15.8%, Anime 9.9%, Sexual Content 7.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%
- #48 Muv-Luv photonmelodies♮
71% matchVery Positive88% of 249 reviews2020
Dev: aNCHOR Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Fall in Luv all over again! Familiar faces and worlds collide in three massive new adventures, including the long-awaited follow-up to Muv-Luv Alternative!
Why similar: Gore 26.3%, Visual Novel 24.4%, Sexual Content 11.1%, Psychological Horror 10.5%, Anime 8.5%
- #49 Tiny Bunny
66% matchVery Positive83% of 29,932 reviews2025
Dev: SaikonoPub: Serenity Forge
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.5 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Tiny Bunny is a non-linear horror visual novel. Those, who have heard the voice of the forest, are beyond help.
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.6%, Psychological Horror 19.1%, Gore 15.6%, Horror 10.4%, Dark 8.3%
- #50 Hashihime of the Old Book Town
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 612 reviews2019
Dev: ADELTAPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Follow the protagonist's pursuit to uncover the death of his friends during the Taisho era of Japan. An highly-acclaimed, psychedelic BL murder-mystery visual novel from indie developer ADELTA!
Why similar: Visual Novel 29.1%, Sexual Content 24.5%, Gore 13.5%, Nudity 13.1%, Anime 4.4%
- #51 SAEKO: Giantess Dating Sim
67% matchVery Positive88% of 678 reviews2025
Dev: SAFE HAVN STUDIOPub: HYPER REAL
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
You opened your eyes to find a giant girl looking down at you. Experience the fate of Saeko and the little people in this cruel yet captivating story with avant-garde art.
Why similar: Psychological Horror 21.1%, Visual Novel 20.1%, Sexual Content 15.4%, Romance 10.2%, Dark 8.1%
- #52 AI: The Somnium Files
68% matchVery Positive92% of 9,101 reviews2019
Dev: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Play as detective Kaname Date on the case of an elusive serial killer in this thrilling, sci-fi murder mystery.
Why similar: Visual Novel 33.3%, Gore 20.9%, Anime 10.5%, Story Rich 7.2%, Psychological Horror 6.5%
- #53 Love at First Sight
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,495 reviews2015
Dev: Creepy CutePub: Sekai Project
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
After falling in love at first sight with the shy Sachi Usui, an injury-ridden, single-eyed high school girl, the protagonist tries to win over her lonely and isolated heart. A pure, heart-warming romance game where the apple of your eye only has one eye!
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.1%, Romance 20.5%, Anime 11.4%, Sexual Content 9.6%, Psychological Horror 8.7%
- #54 STEINS;GATE
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 25,378 reviews2016
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 66.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Developed by 5pb. and Nitroplus, STEINS;GATE was awarded Famitsu magazine's coveted annual Game of Excellence award and was voted one of the most emotionally charged “tear-inducing games” ever made, in a Famitsu poll. It is a gripping and moving Visual Novel, which has already spawned manga and anime adaptations.
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.8%, Great Soundtrack 12.7%, Anime 11%, Psychological Horror 9.5%, Story Rich 8.3%
- #55 Catherine Classic
67% matchVery Positive87% of 10,791 reviews2019
Dev: ATLUSPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Catherine: a tale of love, betrayal, and the terror of commitment. Experience the mature action-adventure-puzzle game unlike any other from the makers of the Persona series, now enhanced for PC in all its Classic glory. Is love over? Climb to the top or die trying.
Why similar: Sexual Content 33.3%, Nudity 14.3%, Anime 10.2%, Psychological Horror 10%, Gore 8.4%
- #56 Creature Romances: Kokonoe Kokoro
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 572 reviews2018
Dev: NostalgiaPub: Sekai Project
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A short love story with a twist: the love of your life is 50% human, and 50% grasshopper.
Why similar: Visual Novel 30.6%, Gore 27.6%, Psychological Horror 14.7%, Sexual Content 7.9%, Anime 7.1%
- #57 G-senjou no Maou - The Devil on G-String
68% matchVery Positive92% of 744 reviews2015
Dev: AKABEiSOFT2Pub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 33.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
You play as Azai Kyousuke, the son of an infamous gangster. Kyousuke knows what he likes and lets nothing stand in his way in getting what he wants. Referred to as God by his classmates, he often enjoys listening to Bach and "working" part time for his stepfather.
Why similar: Visual Novel 35.4%, Sexual Content 13.4%, Nudity 10.1%, Gore 7.8%, Anime 7.7%
- #58 Find Love or Die Trying
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 12,005 reviews2021
Dev: Sunseeker Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Welcome to the only killer dating show where ending up single means ending up dead! Date or die, it's up to your choices!
Why similar: Visual Novel 26.8%, Sexual Content 20.1%, Romance 15%, Psychological Horror 13.7%, Anime 7.8%
- #59 DRAMAtical Murder
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,466 reviews2021
Dev: Nitro+CHiRALPub: JAST
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Aoba's vibrant cyberpunk world is one of contrasts: high-tech virtual reality battles versus street gang turf wars, ultra-exclusive luxury resorts and tiny junk shops. The choices you make will shape the path of Aoba's journey into the dark secrets lurking beneath the glossy sheen of the city.
Why similar: Visual Novel 23.6%, Sexual Content 22.7%, Romance 11.9%, Gore 11.7%, Nudity 6.7%
- #60 Kill or Love
66% matchVery Positive89% of 2,191 reviews2020
Dev: Andy Church
Windows · Mac · Linux
A visual novel about obsession, loneliness, and, based on your choices, varying amounts of murder.
Why similar: Visual Novel 27.5%, Psychological Horror 26.5%, Romance 11.4%, Sexual Content 11.1%, Anime 9.3%
