Games Like The World Next Door

One Day, One Life. Sumire is a magical narrative adventure about choices made, and dreams lost and found. Embark on a mysterious journey to help Sumire achieve her deepest wishes, before the day ends and the sky turns to twilight.

Why similar: Visual Novel 21.5%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, Choices Matter 14.7%, Anime 13.3%, Story Rich 11.2%

Dethrone the Zodiacs, revive the Golden Age and purge the Heretics that swarm the galaxy as Virgo, the queen of Purity, in this unforgiving timed actions turn-based JRPG.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 23.8%, Female Protagonist 16.9%, Anime 12.1%, Choices Matter 10.1%, Story Rich 9.2%

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: LGBTQ+ 18%, Visual Novel 16.2%, Comic Book 15.7%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Puzzle 8.1%

Step into a hand-animated realm of wonder in which everyday objects take on a life of their own. Uncover the Forgotlings’ mysteries & harness magical forces as you embark upon a quest to return home.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.5%, Choices Matter 15.8%, Story Rich 13.9%, Anime 13.5%, Puzzle 10.3%

Solve Pixel Puzzles to find clues. Use those clues to interrogate witnesses. Work your way to the truth... ...and uncover the mystery of Murder by Numbers!

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 18.7%, Comic Book 14.6%, Dialogue Heavy 13.2%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Female Protagonist 10.9%

Wintermoor Tactics Club is a story about surviving high school, with gameplay inspired by tactics RPGs and visual novels.

Why similar: Visual Novel 25.7%, Female Protagonist 22.4%, Funny 13.2%, Story Rich 12.4%, Fantasy 9.2%

A short, fully voiced, story-first adventure across two worlds. Rearrange words into platforms in Izzy’s diary, then wield word magic to shape your path in the fantasy she writes. Gentle puzzles, watercolour wonder, and a bittersweet story of family, loss, and healing.

Why similar: Visual Novel 19.5%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Choices Matter 13.8%, Puzzle 12%, Story Rich 10.5%

YesterMorrow is a single-player time travelling 2D platformer, mixing action sequences with puzzle elements. Follow the engaging story of Yui, who travels back into the past to save her family and the remnants of a world now trapped in Never-ending Night.

Why similar: Adventure 22.4%, Action 18.8%, Indie 17.5%, Female Protagonist 16.5%, Story Rich 12.9%

Indivisible is a hand drawn action RPG platformer from Lab Zero, creators of the critically acclaimed Skullgirls! Set in a huge fantasy world, Indivisible tells the story of Ajna, a fearless girl with a rebellious streak who sets out on a quest to save everything she knows from being destroyed.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.2%, Anime 19.2%, Action 15%, Indie 11.8%, LGBTQ+ 6.9%

A console-style RPG featuring a colorful cast of characters, unique battle and level-up systems, quick 2D platforming action, and an original, fantastical story about friendship, faith, and finding your place in the world.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.4%, Story Rich 19.3%, Fantasy 14.7%, 2D 9.7%, Colorful 8.3%

Embark on an epic adventure in Under the Island! A 2D action-adventure steeped in ‘90s charm, step into the shoes of Nia, and battle fierce monsters, solve clever puzzles, and explore a world alive with mystery as you race to save your new home before it’s too late.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 35.2%, Puzzle 22.4%, Fantasy 13.4%, 2D 11%, Adventure 7.6%

Dive into the charming Stories of Mara, an episodic slice of life tale about a diverse cast of characters. Get to know your neighbours and bond with them, but… Could you make them stick together to help each other?

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 23%, Visual Novel 17%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Choices Matter 12%, Anime 9.3%

Enter the parallel worlds enriched by the stories and match-3 games developed using cel-shading techniques powered by Unreal Engine 4. Ponder on your choices because each of them will determine the fate of all.

Why similar: Match 3 35.5%, Visual Novel 15.4%, Female Protagonist 15%, Anime 12.5%, Story Rich 7.8%

Magical Blush is a top-down action-adventure where fast-paced elemental combat meets Metroidvania-style exploration. Chain spell combos, exploit elemental weaknesses, rescue survivors, and battle the powerful Elemental Lords as you explore the wondrous world of Wyn.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.6%, LGBTQ+ 21.2%, Fantasy 14.4%, Anime 9.7%, 2D 9.2%

Fall into the magically complicated world of Overture as the three main characters embark on an adventure that will shake their lives and the world around them. Will they fan the flames of the growing revolution, or will they be the key to extinguishing it?

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.9%, Anime 16.4%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Story Rich 8.9%, Adventure 7.6%

A 3D-2D adventure where you travel a 3D world and explore 2D dungeons inside of its characters' bodies and minds! In an unforgettable, surreal story, travel the world, meet whimsical denizens, and save the world from the dangerous Nano Dust.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 35.6%, Female Protagonist 21.3%, Story Rich 13.9%, Colorful 8.3%, 2D 7%

The Hyper‑Dungeon awaits! Explore an evershifting labyrinth where classic dungeon‑crawling meets exhilarating action. Challenge yourself in turn-based combat with a real‑time, arcade‑inspired twist and befriend an eccentric cast of dungeon dwellers on the quest for the legendary Sacred Groowl!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.3%, Story Rich 16.6%, Funny 14.9%, Fantasy 14.8%, Colorful 8.8%

Harmony’s Odyssey is a 3D fantasy adventure puzzle game set on mythical dioramas full of riddles, perky creatures and magic. Embark on a fantastic journey through remote fabled lands tangled by a rowdy cat and bring peace to its inhabitants.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.6%, Puzzle 20.8%, Funny 16.6%, Fantasy 12.5%, Colorful 11.2%

WISH - Paradise High is a puzzle game that combines visual Nobel elements that foster the appeal of female characters with various personalities.

Why similar: Match 3 23.7%, Visual Novel 17.1%, Anime 14.3%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Puzzle 7.3%

In the spirit world of Nomori, up and down start to lose all meaning. Open portals, rotate your perspective and use your wits to solve mind-bending puzzles. Journey across a whimsical world and reunite the spirits to find your way back home.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 45.1%, Puzzle 31.2%, Story Rich 23.7%

Do you like adventure and strategy games? A visual novel at the end of the world with a focus on time management. Experience battles in original parallel turn-based strategy minigames or classic novel mode. Half of the survivors are not human, and only one pair will survive.

Why similar: Visual Novel 17.8%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Anime 12.5%, Choices Matter 12.1%, Story Rich 9.8%

Death end re;Quest takes the classic turn-based RPG and flips it upside-down. Switch between the RPG action of the game world and the visual novel segments of the real world. In the realm of game development, it may seem all fun and games until the lines between fantasy and reality begin to blur.

Why similar: Anime 33.8%, Female Protagonist 20.8%, Visual Novel 17.3%, Story Rich 10.4%, Adventure 5.7%

A candy alchemist finds a candy golem in her basement workshop...

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 27.9%, Visual Novel 18.2%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Choices Matter 6.8%, Funny 6.1%

Viola: The Heroine's Melody is the musical Platformer/RPG! After failing at violin practice for the hundredth time, Viola becomes trapped inside her instrument's fantastical world. Join her adventure to find her way back home, aided by the diverse ensemble of friends she meets along the way.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 35.5%, Female Protagonist 21.2%, Story Rich 13.5%, Funny 11.7%, Action 6.2%

Tokino Sora zaps into another world mid-live! Join her Hololive friends in a thrilling Metroidvania-style action-adventure, blending 2D and 3D. Explore a mysterious realm, recover scattered items, and guide Sora’s epic tale to a dazzling finale!

Why similar: Comic Book 24%, Female Protagonist 19.9%, Anime 13.8%, Fantasy 12%, Story Rich 8.8%

Enroll in the Ancient Magic Academy and become a Great Mage in this charming dungeon-crawling RPG!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 24.6%, Visual Novel 22.1%, Anime 19.4%, Colorful 7.6%, Action 7.4%

A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 30%, Puzzle 19.8%, Story Rich 12.4%, Anime 11.5%, 2D 7.8%

Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.7%, Story Rich 24.6%, Adventure 11%, 2D 10.1%, Action 9.3%

Purino Party takes one part puzzle game, and one part visual novel - romancing cute girls included - and combines them for a laid-back yet addictive gameplay experience!

Why similar: Match 3 39.4%, Visual Novel 18.7%, Puzzle 12.1%, Anime 10.6%, Female Protagonist 4.8%

Explore the stylish world of Wonderland with Usada and Kotora as they search for a mysterious girl named Alice! A Metroidvania action game with a rich, exhilarating battle system all wrapped up in cuteness!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.7%, Anime 16.9%, Story Rich 15%, Fantasy 12.3%, Colorful 9.1%

In a world bound by truths: connect. In Falsus is a mesmerizing rhythm game tied to an intricate card system brought together through a layered narrative. Taking place in a near-future world, traverse an atmospheric soundscape through the eyes of 5 interconnected protagonists.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 21.4%, Visual Novel 21.3%, Female Protagonist 16.7%, Anime 14.4%, Story Rich 10.3%

an Visual Novel & Puzzle Game

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.8%, Anime 22.9%, Adventure 21%, Puzzle 9.9%, Indie 4.4%

Unleash custom attacks by combining words in this Super! Anime! Turn-Based! RPG! Collect all 200 words, earn Pep Ups from honorable victories and become a Kiai master. Befriend your rivals, uncover dark mysteries, and seek out the pieces of the Wanderstar map in a wild race across the universe.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 21.7%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Anime 16.4%, Visual Novel 15.9%, Story Rich 13%

Packed with fast-paced, turn-based RPG action, fourth-wall-breaking, trope-demolishing dialogue, and more item, weapon, and costume customization than you can shake a Lvl. 1 Stick at, Gamindustri is a world set on turning the concept of the JRPG on its head!

Why similar: Anime 34.1%, Female Protagonist 26.1%, Visual Novel 11.3%, Funny 9.5%, Story Rich 7.5%

Cast spells, be queer, and crash the biggest concert of the year! Spirit Swap is an action-puzzle meets narrative game set in a lush world of witchy demons.

Why similar: Match 3 27%, LGBTQ+ 24.5%, Visual Novel 13.8%, Puzzle 8.8%, Story Rich 7.5%

Alice Through the Fey Realm is an enchanting isometric narrative adventure that puts you into the shoes of Alice. A compelling adventure unfolds as you awaken in the mysterious Fey Realm and embark on a quest to discover the key to your journey home.

Why similar: Adventure 19%, Choices Matter 19%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, Colorful 18.3%, Fantasy 18%

Use magical picture frames to manipulate the world around you in mind-bending ways. Turn paintings to life, change time, & re-imagine objects to suit your needs. Follow Lily, a girl who's lost all hope, as she steals powers from the strongest superhero, leaving it up to her to save the world.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 19.4%, Visual Novel 15.2%, Puzzle 13%, Story Rich 12.7%, Funny 12.1%

A young high school student goes on an adventure to save her favorite virtual idol, Aiko, from malfunctioning, and gets help from the most unexpected of places.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 31%, Visual Novel 19.9%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, Anime 12.1%, Story Rich 7%

Welcome to the world of Supermagical, an incredibly fun Match 3 puzzle with tons of adventure! Fight the hordes of Minix, upgrade your powerful warlocks, choose your pet and hat wisely, tame an epic dragon, and travel the three continents of the world in the search of your Evil Witch Sisters!

Why similar: Match 3 43.8%, Puzzle 13.2%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Fantasy 7.8%, Colorful 6.5%

Embark on a journey to save the prince’s eyesight in this 2D puzzle-adventure game featuring beautiful hand-drawn art and a bittersweet tale of wishes and what we’re willing to do to make them come true. Utilize your wolf and princess forms to lead the way!

Why similar: Comic Book 31.1%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, Puzzle 12.1%, Fantasy 9.4%, Story Rich 8.7%

Reverie Knights Tactics is a turn-based tactical RPG with strategic battles in isometric grids where every decision can alter the story. Travel through a hand-drawn fantasy world and lead your heroes in a story-rich adventure, visual novel style!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 36.3%, Visual Novel 24.9%, Adventure 10.6%, Fantasy 9.9%, Funny 9.4%

Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.

Why similar: Fantasy 17.3%, Adventure 17.3%, Action 16%, Female Protagonist 16%, 2D 14.5%

A turn-based tactical RPG about a group of troublesome magic students. Use timing mechanics to power your spells and block attacks, explore the twisted halls of a vast magic school, fight challenging monsters and bosses, and uncover dark secrets never meant to be found.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 47.5%, Female Protagonist 21.6%, Story Rich 11.5%, Fantasy 8.6%, Indie 8.3%

Cris Tales is a gorgeous, indie love letter to classic JRPGs with a new perspective. Peer into the past, act in the present, and watch as your choices dynamically change the future -- all on one screen as you play!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 23.8%, Anime 15.7%, Story Rich 11.7%, Fantasy 11%, Colorful 8.3%

“God, please help me…” Become a god and rewrite fate with words. Drag and reorder sentences from pleading letters to twist cause and effect, changing the lives of those who wrote them. When countless joys and sorrows collide, what kind of “Wonderful World” will you create?

Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.1%, Visual Novel 16.6%, Choices Matter 14.3%, Puzzle 12.2%, Anime 11.8%

Worldless is a stylised 2D platformer with a unique combat system and a mind-bending interpretative narrative. Players embark on a journey of self-growth and understanding, pushing the limits of their nature in a newly born and abstract universe.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.9%, Fantasy 18.1%, Colorful 15.1%, 2D 11.4%, Action 9.9%

This is the story of a young girl and her magical adventure.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 30.6%, Anime 22.5%, Adventure 17.9%, Fantasy 10.8%, Indie 8.1%

A cute and comedic yuri visual novel about a demon queen who just can't catch a break.

Why similar: LGBTQ+ 23.4%, Visual Novel 22.7%, Anime 15.8%, Funny 8.3%, Colorful 8.1%

Otome × Death Game × Mild Horror Multiple Endings Puzzle RPG

Why similar: Female Protagonist 36.9%, Story Rich 15.7%, Choices Matter 12.8%, Puzzle 9.9%, Fantasy 8.5%

A girl trapped in a strange world somewhere between reality and imagination. Help her find her way in this adventure puzzle game.

Why similar: Adventure 24.9%, Female Protagonist 23.4%, Puzzle 20.1%, Indie 19.3%, Story Rich 5.4%

Down the Rabbit Hole is an adventure set in Wonderland prior to Alice's arrival. You will guide a girl who is looking for her lost pet by solving puzzles, uncovering secrets and making choices about the story along the way.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 28.2%, Puzzle 19.5%, Choices Matter 14.1%, Fantasy 12.5%, Adventure 10.3%

An action adventure game that can only be experienced in VR. Haru has summoned you to Onogoro Island in a parallel world.Together, You must solve sprawling puzzles and defeat giant beasts called "Kami" that are blocking your path. It is up to you to save the world!

Why similar: Anime 27.6%, Puzzle 25.3%, Action 12.7%, Fantasy 12.7%, Adventure 12.1%

Lost in an alternate dimension, Neptune must collect enough shares to get back home. Sounds easy – except the Seven Sages want to rid Gamindustri of CPUs, including Neptune! Help defeat them and return her to her own world in this JRPG – or be stuck in the '80s forever!

Why similar: Anime 33.9%, Female Protagonist 27.1%, Funny 11.1%, Story Rich 8.6%, Fantasy 7%

New challengers are taking control of Gamindustri, and Neptune's nowhere in sight. Now she’s gotta help a mysterious stranger fight a colossal new evil, reclaim her Goddess title, and find some time for pudding! Go next gen with Giant Battles and multi-worlds in this JRPG!

Why similar: Anime 27.3%, Female Protagonist 23.8%, Story Rich 11.7%, Funny 11.7%, Fantasy 9.5%

Love is in the air, but work, life, and spicy Ramen keep getting in the way! From 8 hours to 8 years, this time-jumping saga will change the way you feel about fate forever.

Why similar: Adventure 24.8%, Female Protagonist 23.1%, Indie 16.9%, Story Rich 14.3%, Funny 12.5%

A hand-drawn adventure blending visual novel storytelling with point-and-click puzzles. Explore the corrupt oasis city of Shirin as an apocalyptic prophecy looms. Meet unforgettable characters, craft solutions with your Tool Belt, and unravel intricate puzzle-dungeons.

Why similar: Dialogue Heavy 21.2%, Visual Novel 21.2%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, Puzzle 13.1%, Story Rich 12.7%

A colorful pixel-art metroidvania/point-and-click adventure hybrid about magic, cute witches and joys of vandalism.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 54.5%, Adventure 17.5%, Action 12.7%, Indie 9.8%, 2D 5.5%

8Doors is a story-driven Metroidvania-style action platformer heavily influenced by Korean folktales. Play as ‘Arum’, a brave girl that has entered the realm of the afterlife in search of her father’s soul and guide her through the '8 Doors of Purgatory' to solve the mysteries that lie deep within.

Why similar: Action 22.3%, Adventure 22%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Indie 16.8%, Story Rich 8.8%