- #1 A Date with Death
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 13,259 reviews2023
Dev: Two and a Half Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Fight against & romance the one hunting for your soul in A Date with Death, a romance chat simulator where you date(?) the Grim Reaper himself. Create your own character, decorate your apartment, and chat away with the charming yet dangerous Grim Reaper through text and video calls.
Why similar: Otome 25.7% ★, Dating Sim 19.3%, LGBTQ+ 16.8%, Romance 11%, Visual Novel 9.7%
- #2 Bloom
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: NightLightWrks
Windows · Mac · Linux
New responsibilities, budding romance! Astra Vale has been asked to take charge in making improvements to Café Bloom. Problem is, she can't quite decide who to ask for help. Her ice-cold coworker, the charming local artist, her best friend, or the mysterious new regular~
Why similar: Otome 30.5% ★, Cozy 17.6%, LGBTQ+ 12%, Romance 10.9%, Dating Sim 10.5%
- #3 A Pinch of Magic
96% matchVery Positive84% of 236 reviews2021
Dev: Crystal Game Works
Windows
Save your grandparent's failing café/magic shop from bankruptcy and possibly fall in love!
Why similar: Otome 26.5% ★, LGBTQ+ 15.4%, Dating Sim 12.7%, Visual Novel 8.6%, Character Customization 8.3%
- #4 Catboy Sorcery
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio EphuaPub: Ephua Ltd
Windows
You just wanted a familiar to join a mage guild. Instead, you got a flirty, cursed catboy with trust issues. Now he says he can help you, if you help him. Can you trust him? Probably. (Send help.) Make the right choices in this cute ALL x Catboy romance visual novel.
Why similar: Otome 29.4% ★, Cozy 17.2%, LGBTQ+ 11%, Romance 10.6%, Dating Sim 10.3%
- #5 A Date with Death 2: REMNANTS
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Two and a Half Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Train, chat, and flirt your way through the Underworld in this romantic story-driven chat simulator. Create your own Grim Reaper, connect with your team through text and video calls, and decide who you are when the past no longer defines you in a sequel to A Date with Death!
Why similar: Otome 24.5% ★, LGBTQ+ 12.7%, Supernatural 11%, Romance 10%, Dating Sim 8.5%
- #6 Camp Palut
94% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2022
Dev: Bearly Playing Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Camp Palut is an otome-style mystery that can be completed in 2-4 hours. Play as Jess, a high school senior attending summer camp for the first time. Luckily there are cuties ready to get to know you! Choose between the four unique love interests or play them all to piece together the whole story.
Why similar: Otome 17.9% ★, LGBTQ+ 17.9%, Supernatural 14.8%, Romance 12.7%, Dating Sim 12%
- #7 Ballads at Midnight
93% matchVery Positive94% of 458 reviews2022
Dev: SynstoriaPub: Abiding Bridge
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 37%
When a sarcastic bard is arrested and exiled to an abandoned castle, she expected to be at the mercy of a hungry, blood-thirsty vampire. She soon discovers that the vampire, Lucius, is not starving: he is gravely bored. She may just survive on borrowed time, one ballad each midnight.
Why similar: Otome 30.9% ★, Cozy 19.2%, Vampire 16.9% ★, Romance 11.4%, Visual Novel 8.3%
- #8 Snowkissed Romance
92% matchVery Positive99% of 69 reviews2025
Dev: LovelyInc LLC
Windows · Mac
It's 1994 in the mountains of Northern Japan - Are you ready to fall in love? Snowkissed Romance weaves addictive stat-building, day planning, and mini-games with captivating storytelling and plenty of ’90s shoujo charm.
Why similar: Otome 26.5% ★, Cozy 16.4%, Dating Sim 11.6%, Romance 10.1%, Life Sim 8.4%
- #9 Enamored Risks
91% matchVery Positive86% of 204 reviews2020
Dev: Crystal Game Works
Windows
Upon finding a mysterious social media account, Alex sets out to find the origins of the photos and meets three urban explorers, each of them unearthing something new and unfamiliar in her heart.
Why similar: Otome 32% ★, LGBTQ+ 15.5%, Dating Sim 13.4%, Romance 12.3%, Visual Novel 10.2%
- #10 Corona Borealis
91% matchMostly Positive71% of 31 reviews2019
Dev: Winter Wolves
Windows · Mac · Linux
June Pinegar is forced to spend the summer working at her father’s quaint country café, far away from her urban home. Will romance spark with the dutiful barista or friendship form with the bubbly cashier? Or perhaps she’ll mend the strained relationship between her and her quirky father.
Why similar: Otome 34.2% ★, LGBTQ+ 13.8%, Dating Sim 12.6%, Visual Novel 10.6%, Romance 8.1%
- #11 Espresso For The Demon
90% matchPositive94% of 34 reviews2023
Dev: Vorobushek
Windows
A new coffee shop suddenly opened in the city. On-time, because Wisa really needs a moonlighting. She gets a job with her classmates: cheerful Frank and quiet Estr. What could possibly be wrong?
Why similar: Otome 42.4% ★, Romance 11.3%, Visual Novel 9.4%, Dating Sim 9.2%, Supernatural 7.2%
- #12 MindMindMind
89% matchVery Positive97% of 76 reviews2024
Dev: ChattercapPub: Chattercap LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
A dark, psychological romance VN about a British ghost who has haunted you since childhood. When you get close to a new boy at college, he starts to get possessive, and the mind games begin!
Why similar: Otome 27.1% ★, LGBTQ+ 16.3%, Dating Sim 14%, Supernatural 10.5%, Visual Novel 9.4%
- #13 Trouble Comes Twice
89% matchVery Positive87% of 143 reviews2023
Dev: Foxglove Games
Windows
Play as twins Hazel and Jace in this wholesome romcom visual novel. After a silly bet is made, the protagonists must find a boyfriend or girlfriend before their twin beats them to it!
Why similar: Otome 29.5% ★, LGBTQ+ 18.5%, Romance 14.1%, Dating Sim 14%, Visual Novel 11.5%
- #14 Our Life: Beginnings & Always
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 13,335 reviews2020
Dev: GB Patch Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 55%
A twenty-dollar bill, four summers, fifteen years, and a one of a kind life. Create an experience that’s all your own in this near-fully customizable visual novel where you grow from childhood to adulthood with the lonely boy next door.
Why similar: Otome 20% ★, LGBTQ+ 19.5%, Romance 15.2%, Dating Sim 13.8%, Visual Novel 12.2%
- #15 Love, Ghostie
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 608 reviews2024
Dev: Janbeh Games, LLC
Windows · Mac
Become a wholesome ghost matchmaker and grow relationships between the manor’s residents! Gift items to lift their spirits, set them up on dates, and watch love bloom! Discover cute romances with a unique story between every pair of residents! How will love blossom in your manor?
Why similar: Cozy 19.4%, LGBTQ+ 14.2%, Dating Sim 13%, Romance 11.3%, Supernatural 9.9%
- #16 Blood Code
86% matchMostly Positive73% of 2,024 reviews2015
Dev: ZiX Solutions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A story about an ordinary human girl and her romantic encounters with knights and princes. These characters may be gentle, passionate, considerate, or inhospitable. There are many character styles to suit a variety of individual player tastes.
Why similar: Otome 34.9% ★, Dating Sim 15.8%, Romance 15.1%, Visual Novel 11.7%, Female Protagonist 8.2%
- #17 Royal Alchemist
86% matchVery Positive94% of 320 reviews2020
Dev: Nifty VisualsPub: Nifty Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Intrigue, betrayal, deaths! An Otome / BxB survival Raising Simulation in a high-fantasy royal court setting with RPG elements.
Why similar: Otome 34% ★, LGBTQ+ 16.4%, Dating Sim 12.5%, Romance 10.2%, Visual Novel 10%
- #18 Sweet Valentine Chocolatier
85% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: VeryFatCat and FriendsPub: Virtual Frontier Media LLC
Windows · Mac
A cozy, heartwarming visual novel in which you take a familiar face (boy or girl) on a romantic spring festival date. Customize your player character (femme or masc) and play several low-stakes mini games!
Why similar: Otome 34.1% ★, Romance 14.3%, Dating Sim 12.4%, LGBTQ+ 9.8%, Visual Novel 9.4%
- #19 Velvet Bite: Softly, with Teeth
84% matchMixed52% of 75 reviews2025
Dev: EVERIUM
Windows · Mac
You've been invited to a Halloween party! Yay! Music! Food! Drinks! Vampires! Wait. VAMPIRES!? Velvet Bite: Softly, With Teeth is a Romantic Visual Novel featuring 6 romanceable vampires.
Why similar: Otome 32.2% ★, LGBTQ+ 18.4%, Dating Sim 17.4%, Visual Novel 11.2%, Female Protagonist 7.1%
- #20 Mari's Magical Deliveries
84% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Crystal Game Works
Windows
A cute & cozy delivery dating sim about a witch reigniting old flames. Deliver packages & fall in love in this bite-sized otome game!
Why similar: Otome 27.2% ★, Cozy 20.7%, LGBTQ+ 12%, Visual Novel 7.9%, Dating Sim 7.8%
- #21 The Summit Library
83% matchPositive93% of 40 reviews2024
Dev: qkayoo studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
A Library that's falling apart, an Empire on the brink of war, and a dangerous magical mystery you've been tasked to solve.
Why similar: Otome 30.8% ★, LGBTQ+ 17.7%, Dating Sim 15.8%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Romance 10.3%
- #22 Alaris
81% matchPositive100% of 39 reviews2025
Dev: Crescence Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Discover secrets long forgotten, and nurture relationships waiting to bloom. In a game inspired by the lore of Dragon and Fae, make choices that can shape your story, relationships, and even personality. Will you be brave, kind, wise, charismatic? Only you know the answer to your fate.
Why similar: Otome 29.8% ★, LGBTQ+ 14.7%, Dating Sim 12.1%, Romance 11.3%, Visual Novel 8.5%
- #23 Tailor Tales Cottina
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CeliannaPub: Pixanna
Windows
Sow the land, spin the thread, and weave a story of love in this cozy farming otome where a tailor's touch can mend a fox’s heart. Grow your own materials to craft outfits and customize your character's look.
Why similar: Otome 34.6% ★, Cozy 15.6%, LGBTQ+ 12.6%, Romance 11.2%, Dating Sim 10.4%
- #24 Spirited Heart Deluxe
82% matchMixed44% of 88 reviews2014
Dev: Winter Wolves
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Spirited Heart is a fantasy life simulation game. Create your fantasy alter ego choosing between an apparently normal human, a cute elf and a wicked demoness. Run your life in a virtual fantasy world: choose a job from the 20 different ones available, raise your stats, and maybe even find romance!
Why similar: Otome 27.1% ★, LGBTQ+ 15.6%, Dating Sim 11.6%, Romance 10.1%, Life Sim 9.7%
- #25 Signed and Sealed With a Kiss
81% matchMixed67% of 72 reviews2019
Dev: Reine Works
Windows · Mac · Linux
"Raise" your own perfect boyfriend in this visual novel-stat raiser. Will you fall in love or will you say goodbye?
Why similar: Otome 27.2% ★, LGBTQ+ 13.4%, Dating Sim 10.2%, Romance 9.1%, Management 8.7%
- #26 Hustle Cat
80% matchVery Positive93% of 1,312 reviews2016
Dev: Date Nighto
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 22.0 hrs≥1hr: 58%
You are Avery Grey, the newest employee at a popular cat cafe called A Cat's Paw. The coffee's good and the staff is friendly (and kinda cute!) but mysterious. One day, you find a strange book in the basement, with letters you can't quite read...
Why similar: Otome 27.2% ★, LGBTQ+ 20.1%, Dating Sim 16.2%, Visual Novel 14.3%, Romance 9.8%
- #27 Amnesia™: Memories
79% matchVery Positive92% of 4,125 reviews2015
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
You awaken to find your memories gone. To learn the truth behind your amnesia, you’ll choose from five romantic paths, each its own world. With 20+ endings, can you write the lasting love story you deserve, or will your love and life come to an end?
Why similar: Otome 49.6% ★, Visual Novel 12.6%, Dating Sim 12%, Romance 11.9%, Female Protagonist 7.7%
- #28 Drops of Death
76% matchVery Positive93% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: Snowhaven Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A murder mystery visual novel with a romantic twist. The killer is randomly chosen at the start of each playthrough, and you may unknowingly fall in love with them. How will your story come to its end? Will you bring the killer to justice, fall in love with them, or die at their hands?
Why similar: Otome 26.1% ★, LGBTQ+ 17.1%, Dating Sim 14.5%, Romance 11.3%, Visual Novel 11.3%
- #29 OZMAFIA!!
78% matchVery Positive82% of 675 reviews2016
Dev: Poni-Pachet SYPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Once upon a time, a girl, her pet dog, and three companions made a journey to meet a great wizard who could grant their wishes. But what if the girl hadn’t believed that “there’s no place like home”? Explore a fairytale world through a dozen routes and 20+ endings!
Why similar: Otome 54.7% ★, Romance 11.6%, Visual Novel 11%, Dating Sim 9.2%, Female Protagonist 8%
- #30 The Hepatica Spring
78% matchPositive83% of 18 reviews2022
Dev: Gallium GamesPub: Argent Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Run a beautiful bathhotel, uncover drama, and befriend (or romance) a fabulous cast in this Nordic fairytale-inspired visual novel!
Why similar: Otome 26.9% ★, LGBTQ+ 18%, Dating Sim 14.9%, Romance 14%, Visual Novel 11%
- #31 Tailor Tales
77% matchVery Positive95% of 1,001 reviews2019
Dev: CeliannaPub: Pixanna
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Play as an aspiring fashion designer with your own boutique and experience a heart pounding romance.
Why similar: Otome 45.1% ★, Romance 14.6%, Visual Novel 12.6%, Character Customization 9.2%, Female Protagonist 8.9%
- #32 Lost in Limbo
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ravenstar Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Face the nightmares of your childhood and unveil the truth behind your summoning to the realm of Limbo. Fight your way back home with the help of seven deities sworn to be your protectors. Will love be the key to your freedom, or the first chapter of your downfall?
Why similar: Otome 35% ★, LGBTQ+ 16.9%, Romance 13.4%, Dating Sim 13.1%, Visual Novel 10.7%
- #33 Royal Order
75% matchVery Positive91% of 129 reviews2024
Dev: Nifty VisualsPub: Nifty Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Intrigue, betrayal, deaths! A LGBT+ survival Raising Simulation in a high-fantasy royal court setting with RPG elements.
Why similar: Otome 21.3% ★, LGBTQ+ 17%, Dating Sim 15.6%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Time Management 11.2%
- #34 7'scarlet
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 854 reviews2019
Dev: IDEA FACTORYPub: Intragames
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
The remote town of Okunezato is shaped like a crescent moon and shrouded in dark myths and legends. Take on the role of a brave young woman journeying into the unknown to uncover dangerous truths and locate her missing brother with her childhood friend.
Why similar: Otome 40.4% ★, Dating Sim 13.1%, Romance 12.7%, Visual Novel 10.9%, Female Protagonist 7.9%
- #35 Cinderella Phenomenon - Otome/Visual Novel
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 4,111 reviews2017
Dev: Dicesuki
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The Fairytale Curse was only the beginning...
Why similar: Otome 47.5% ★, Romance 15.3%, Visual Novel 13.2%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Dating Sim 7.2%
- #36 Sweetcore Brews - an otome game inspired by witchy sitcoms
74% matchMixed68% of 25 reviews2023
Dev: Nochi Studios
Windows · Mac
An anime, choice-driven witchy otome visual novel where you bond and interact with two romance-able characters to unlock romantic scenarios in the story! Play minigames to experience branching relationship routes (GxB or GxG)
Why similar: Otome 32.7% ★, LGBTQ+ 16.4%, Dating Sim 12.4%, Romance 12.1%, Visual Novel 8.5%
- #37 Nameless ~The one thing you must recall~
75% matchVery Positive93% of 764 reviews2014
Dev: Sujin RiPub: Cheritz
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 19.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Nameless ~The one thing you must recall~ is a visual novel game designed for female audiences. It was distributed by the publisher, Cheritz, in English, Korean, and Japanese on Nov. 11th, 2013 and now it is available on Steam.
Why similar: Otome 45.7% ★, Dating Sim 21.1%, Romance 11%, Visual Novel 10.3%, Female Protagonist 8.4%
- #38 Dandelion - Wishes brought to you -
73% matchVery Positive86% of 774 reviews2014
Dev: Sujin RiPub: Cheritz
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Dandelion -Wishes brought to you- is a female-oriented game developed by Cheritz. The game was released in South Korea in August, 2012. The English translation for Dandelion was released on Nov, 2012. Dandelion is known as a unique dating simulation with a sensational storyline and charming characters.
Why similar: Otome 48.7% ★, Dating Sim 19.2%, Visual Novel 10.9%, Romance 9.1%, Female Protagonist 8.6%
- #39 NEKOPARA - Catboys Paradise
72% matchVery Positive89% of 5,420 reviews2021
Dev: NEKO WORKsPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 35.2 hrs≥1hr: 56%
When your grandfather passes away and you inherit his café, it's a tall task for anyone. But with the help of 4 talented catboys, Cafe Kin'uan is ready for business in NEKOPARA - Catboys Paradise!
Why similar: Otome 49.7% ★, Dating Sim 14.5%, Visual Novel 11.7%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Romance 7.1%
- #40 Warden of the Arcaen
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kelci Parsell
Windows
Warden of the Arcaen is a dating sim style visual novel. The player will get to choose between dating men or women at the beginning of the game, play as 'Friends to Lovers' OR 'Enemies to Lovers'. Immerse yourself in this modern fantasy world and explore magical relationships!
Why similar: Otome 27.4% ★, LGBTQ+ 14.7%, Dating Sim 12.8%, Romance 12.4%, Visual Novel 9.4%
- #41 Gods of Love: An Otome Visual Novel
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 45 reviews2020
Dev: Y Press Otomes
Windows · Mac · Linux
An otome with strong, independent protagonist and hints of spicy scenes! The healer Thalia has developed magical powers and the gods of her world think she might be a new goddess they can marry. Poor Thalia just wants to do her work.
Why similar: Otome 39.1% ★, Dating Sim 14.6%, Romance 14.3%, Visual Novel 11.1%, Female Protagonist 6.2%
- #42 Magical Diary: Horse Hall
73% matchVery Positive90% of 1,019 reviews2012
Dev: Hanako Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
You have been invited to attend a magical school. You can make new friends, learn spells, face exams, run for class office, and try to find a date for the May Day Ball.
Why similar: Otome 21.3% ★, Dating Sim 18.2%, Visual Novel 18.2%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Romance 8.3%
- #43 Cupid's Chatroom
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Atelier on the Moon
Windows · Mac · Linux
A mysterious program called “Cupid’s Chatroom” suddenly appears on your PC, transporting you into a private chatroom. You find yourself joined by five others, who have also been dragged into the server—and it turns out they’re your potential bachelors?!
Why similar: Otome 34.7% ★, Dating Sim 17.2%, LGBTQ+ 15.4%, Romance 15.3%, Visual Novel 14%
- #44 When The Night Comes
70% matchVery Positive93% of 327 reviews2021
Dev: Lunaris Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
When The Night Comes is a queer, narrative-driven, supernatural visual novel.
Why similar: LGBTQ+ 19.4%, Otome 14.5% ★, Supernatural 14.3%, Dating Sim 13.8%, Romance 13.1%
- #45 Somnium Eleven
70% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Nochi Studios
Windows · Mac
Somnium Eleven is a text-based, dating sim RPG where you find romance as you try to explore the world, meet characters, and survive through a series of competitive trials to unlock your fate.
Why similar: Otome 27.9% ★, LGBTQ+ 12.8%, Dating Sim 12.6%, Romance 10.5%, Time Management 9.5%
- #46 Reflections ~Dreams and Reality~
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2019
Dev: Reine WorksPub: Top Hat Curios & Oddities
Windows · Mac · Linux
A visual novel about a girl who wishes to escape her fate and those who follow closely behind her. Features both GxB and GxG routes.
Why similar: Otome 42.8% ★, Romance 14.5%, LGBTQ+ 10.9%, Dating Sim 7.8%, Visual Novel 7.2%
- #47 Dual Chroma: Academy Carols
69% matchPositive84% of 44 reviews2023
Dev: Galen Games
Windows · Linux
Spend Winter break with the popular and unapproachable Prince of the Empire in this cozy and heartwarming Magic Academy visual novel
Why similar: Otome 22.9% ★, Dating Sim 19.3%, Romance 17.1%, LGBTQ+ 15.6%, Visual Novel 10.9%
- #48 Memoirs of an Angel (2010)
69% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Anigrams Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fantasy-themed otome visual novel with stat-building and mini-games.
Why similar: Otome 36.1% ★, Dating Sim 13.5%, Romance 11.2%, Visual Novel 9.3%, Time Management 8.5%
- #49 The Seven Districts of Sin: The Tail Makes the Fox - Episode 1
71% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2018
Dev: Reine WorksPub: Top Hat Curios & Oddities
Windows · Mac · Linux
As an auditor of Hell, you're sent off to investigate a wayward governor. Where will your journey bring you? An otome visual novel with both intrigue and humour, featuring 2 male and 2 female love interests as well as 9 different endings.
Why similar: Otome 37.1% ★, Dating Sim 13.1%, Visual Novel 11.7%, Romance 11.5%, LGBTQ+ 10.9%
- #50 Backstage Pass
70% matchVery Positive86% of 278 reviews2016
Dev: sakevisual
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 97%
A visual novel/sim game about life, love, and working in the entertainment industry. Play as makeup artist Sian Goodin as she navigates the world of showbiz. Make friends, forge business relationships, and maybe even find romance!
Why similar: Otome 47.3% ★, Visual Novel 15.2%, Dating Sim 14.4%, Romance 8.8%, Female Protagonist 8.6%
- #51 Love & Legends
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: UNICO INC.Pub: Voltage Inc.
Windows
In a heartbeat, the ordinary becomes legendary. Transported to a magical world and accused of being the Evil Witch Queen, you must choose your protector from 7 heroes. A fantasy romance Visual Novel featuring complete Main Stories through Season 5.
Why similar: Otome 27.2% ★, LGBTQ+ 17.3%, Dating Sim 15.6%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Romance 10.8%
- #52 Lilacs in the Breeze
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Crystal Game Works
Windows
A trans otome game about a woman beginning a new leaf—until her childhood friend shows up at her door.
Why similar: Otome 41.1% ★, LGBTQ+ 19.9%, Romance 14.1%, Visual Novel 8.3%, Dating Sim 6.8%
- #53 Dark Nights
67% matchVery Positive92% of 407 reviews2022
Dev: Pinlin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Nothing is as it seems.
Why similar: Otome 40.7% ★, Romance 14.6%, Dating Sim 12.1%, Visual Novel 11.2%, Female Protagonist 7%
- #54 Hearts in Orbit: When Stars Align
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cinnabun Collective
Windows · Mac
Hearts in Orbit is a fantasy romance visual novel that follows two stars who fell in love and have reincarnated as humans. Will they remember their origins? Will they fall in love again? That's for you to decide.
Why similar: Otome 29.4% ★, Romance 17.8%, LGBTQ+ 16.3%, Visual Novel 15%, Female Protagonist 9.1%
- #55 Stellifier - an otome game inspired by older idols
67% matchPositive81% of 36 reviews2024
Dev: Nochi Studios
Windows · Mac
Stellifier - an otome game inspired by older idols An idol drama game about an older group making a comeback from retirement, featuring a GxB/BxB/non-binary romance!
Why similar: Otome 36.7% ★, LGBTQ+ 17.6%, Dating Sim 16%, Romance 13.8%, Visual Novel 10.5%
- #56 Imperial Grace
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SynstoriaPub: Abiding Bridge
Windows · Mac
Imperial Grace is a visual novel about romance, medieval intrigue, and political strategy. Will you rule with your head, or your heart?
Why similar: Otome 30.4% ★, LGBTQ+ 15.5%, Romance 11%, Visual Novel 8.7%, Management 8.5%
- #57 Let`s not stay friends
68% matchMostly Positive80% of 309 reviews2017
Dev: Violet FeaturePub: Vorobushek
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Friendship is a wonderful thing… unless you are friends with a girl who has no idea you have feelings for her! Inske, a student of magical arts, is troubled by the upcoming outdoors exam, and can't even imagine that someone might want to use the test as an opportunity to get close to her.
Why similar: Otome 47.1% ★, Visual Novel 13.2%, Dating Sim 12.7%, Romance 11.2%, Female Protagonist 8.9%
- #58 Arcadia Fallen
67% matchVery Positive94% of 508 reviews2021
Dev: Galdra Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Play the role of a young alchemist apprentice who is unwillingly bound to an illegal spirit. Suddenly drawn into a war between humanity and magic, they must join a group of unlikely heroes to escape their own doom, hopefully saving the world along the way.
Why similar: Otome 30.8% ★, Dating Sim 13.1%, LGBTQ+ 11.7%, Romance 10.8%, Visual Novel 9.8%
- #59 My Vow to My Liege
66% matchVery Positive92% of 4,072 reviews2020
Dev: YETU GAMEPub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
《My Vow to My Liege》is a visual novel dating game. Players get to play as a girl disguised as the King of Ng, a man. The 4 dateable characters are: the guide, the enemy, the minister and the guard.Will they choose the man over the country? Love over hate? Who will they finally end up with?
Why similar: Otome 46% ★, Romance 18.3%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, LGBTQ+ 3.9%