- #1 Gaokao.Love.100Days
97% matchVery Positive90% of 8,191 reviews2015
Dev: 高考恋爱委员会Pub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Getting a girl-friend before National College Entrance Exam, I know it's crazy, but from today, we will face everything together.
Why similar: Dating Sim 48.2%, Visual Novel 38.7%, Anime 6.6%, Casual 2.9%, Indie 2%
Why You'll Like It: Shares the specific theme of balancing high-pressure academic exams with the complexities of a budding romance.
- #2 Tricolour Lovestory
96% matchVery Positive81% of 28,032 reviews2017
Dev: HL-GalgamePub: SakuraGame
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 48.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Time flies and never comes back. But with an incredible 1-million-word script and 100+ original CGs, this game will take you back to when you were young, simple and pure. Go and get the love of your life back, start something new, or end everything in flame, that's for you to decide!
Why similar: Visual Novel 42.4%, Dating Sim 41.3%, Anime 9.6%, Casual 2.5%, Story Rich 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: A poignant Chinese-developed visual novel that mirrors the school-age drama and emotional intensity found in the seed game.
- #3 CLANNAD
96% 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 52.3%, Dating Sim 22.1%, Anime 16.9%, Story Rich 5.7%, Casual 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered the gold standard for emotional school-life visual novels, focusing on deep character growth and long-term relationships.
- #4 If My Heart Had Wings
95% matchVery Positive92% of 4,609 reviews2014
Dev: MoeNovel
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 46.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
An animated visual novel of a lovely and bittersweet tale of youth, you play as Aoi Minase in this romantic-comedy as he meets various young girls in his hometown and works together with them to revive their school’s glider-flying “Soaring Club” in order to realize their shared dream of flight.
Why similar: Dating Sim 39.1%, Visual Novel 34.1%, Anime 12.7%, Casual 5.8%, Story Rich 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful story about a school club and the emotional bonds formed between students chasing their dreams.
- #5 Sankaku Renai: Love Triangle Trouble
94% matchVery Positive94% of 256 reviews2019
Dev: ASa ProjectPub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 27.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Meet Sousuke. He's just your average student, living in a rural town. Ever since his father remarried when he was young, he's been living together with his little sister Nanaru. Together with his childhood friend Maho and their other friends, they have fun geeking out in the Otaku Club.
Why similar: Visual Novel 49.9%, Dating Sim 21.9%, Anime 17.8%, Casual 5.4%, Adventure 5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a more comedic take on the school-life dating sim genre while maintaining the anime aesthetic.
- #6 Hoshizora no Memoria -Wish upon a Shooting Star- HD
94% matchVery Positive94% of 382 reviews2017
Dev: FavoritePub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A Japanese love adventure game, as you follow the story of Kogasaka You, his hometown and a promise he made.
Why similar: Visual Novel 61.3%, Anime 15%, Adventure 9.2%, Casual 8.9%, Story Rich 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A classic school-life romance that blends supernatural elements with deeply personal character arcs.
- #7 Little Busters! English Edition
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,092 reviews2017
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 42.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Capturing the hearts of countless fans since 2007, Little Busters! is an emotional visual novel from Key, the minds behind Angel Beats! and CLANNAD. This special English release supports touch controls and dynamic switching between English and Japanese text, and is in HD for the first time on PC.
Why similar: Visual Novel 52.2%, Dating Sim 17.7%, Anime 13.9%, Adventure 6.2%, Casual 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the importance of friendship and the transition from school life to adulthood through a heartfelt narrative.
- #8 Making*Lovers
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 652 reviews2020
Dev: SmeePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 38.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Making*Lovers A story about the way love can bloom after dating begins. The focus in Making*Lovers is on the things that come after a relationship's beginning. With "start dating, then fall in love" as the concept, you will work towards the moment when love truly blooms.
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.1%, Dating Sim 35.6%, Anime 11.9%, Casual 9.8%, Story Rich 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: A modern, well-polished dating sim that focuses on the progression of a relationship through various life stages.
- #9 Summer Pockets
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 4,789 reviews2020
Dev: VisualArts/KeyPub: VisualArts
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 137.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
From the creators of Angel Beats! and CLANNAD, Key, comes their latest emotional, award-winning journey. Follow protagonist Takahara Hairi as he travels to the secluded island Torishirojima, where he rediscovers what it means to enjoy summer vacation.
Why similar: Visual Novel 46.7%, Dating Sim 20.6%, Anime 11.5%, Casual 8.7%, Adventure 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a nostalgic and emotional journey set in a school-age context with high-quality production values.
- #10 Katawa Shoujo
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 5,256 reviews2024
Dev: Four Leaf Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Katawa Shoujo is a romantic visual novel set in the fictional Japanese Yamaku High School for disabled children. Hisao's congenital heart defect forces him to move to a new school. Despite his difficulties, Hisao is able to find friends—and perhaps love, if he plays his cards right.
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.4%, Dating Sim 38.7%, Anime 12.5%, Story Rich 4.8%, Casual 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A highly regarded visual novel that explores emotional intimacy and personal growth within a school setting.
- #11 Koi Musubi
91% matchVery Positive91% of 277 reviews2017
Dev: Narrator
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
After studying away in Taiwan, Shao-Tang finally comes back to his hometown of Nangan to be a receptionist at an inn for the summer where he works with his childhood friend Zi-Jin. "Without a love knot, you will be single forever!"
Why similar: Dating Sim 40.8%, Visual Novel 29.4%, Anime 11.8%, Indie 9.3%, Adventure 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted and charming visual novel that focuses on the casual side of school romance.
- #12 Aokana - Four Rhythms Across the Blue
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 6,383 reviews2019
Dev: spritePub: NekoNyan Ltd.
Windows
Median: 9.1 hrsMean: 136.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
In a world where flying through the sky is as simple as riding a bicycle, the sport "Flying Circus" is all the rage. Following the discovery of anti-gravitons, special shoes that allow an individual to fly, Anti-Graviton Shoes, took the world by storm.
Why similar: Visual Novel 47.3%, Dating Sim 23.9%, Anime 14.8%, Casual 5.5%, Adventure 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines a vibrant school life setting with a unique competitive sport and strong romantic subplots.
- #13 Campus Notes - forget me not.
90% matchVery Positive88% of 72 reviews2016
Dev: 4th clusterPub: Dogenzaka Lab
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A novel game set in the University of Tsukuba. Play as Yuta Kiriha and join the group "Bertha's Knights" to solve a mysterious case of being forgotten every day.
Why similar: Visual Novel 56.9%, Anime 18.2%, Adventure 13.1%, Indie 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: Directly mirrors the academic setting and the focus on student life and romance.
- #14 Fox Hime Zero
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 5,917 reviews2018
Dev: AsicxArtPub: SakuraGame
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 44.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Yan, a student of natural history, encounters a cute and mysterious girl with fox ears while conducting routine scientific research at a remote observation cabin. This might be a "blessing" for the intrepid in the golden age of geographical discovery...
Why similar: Visual Novel 56%, Anime 21.3%, Dating Sim 9.2%, Indie 4.6%, Casual 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: An indie visual novel that shares the emotional, anime-inspired storytelling style of the seed game.
- #15 Tiny Snow
87% matchVery Positive94% of 4,167 reviews2019
Dev: #workshopPub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 57.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
On the snowy mountain, in the wooden hut, we are tied together by the world. She and "I" can only love each other, we cannot be separated. Is this free affection, or manipulated love? A short visual novel with multiple endings, "Tiny Snow", a story with two girls, and you who know what love is.
Why similar: Visual Novel 63%, Anime 16.2%, Indie 7.4%, Casual 7.3%, Adventure 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A short, atmospheric indie visual novel that captures the drama of young love in a winter setting.
- #16 The Fruit of Grisaia
86% 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 50.9%, Dating Sim 19.6%, Anime 18.2%, Story Rich 5.3%, Adventure 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique school environment where characters with complex pasts learn to open up to one another.
- #17 Love's Sweet Garnish
86% matchVery Positive93% of 772 reviews2018
Dev: Canvas+GardenPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 88.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Amidst the falling cherry blossoms, Asaki wishes to revitalize his grandmother's beloved cafe. With the appearance of Rira and Richer, two girls who wish to work at the cafe, this is the start of a bittersweet story that will intertwine them all.
Why similar: Visual Novel 49.9%, Dating Sim 22%, Anime 19.1%, Casual 5.1%, Indie 4%
Why You'll Like It: A cute and casual visual novel that focuses on the lighthearted aspects of school-age dating.
- #18 Tayutama 2-you're the only one-
85% matchVery Positive95% of 2,435 reviews2016
Dev: Lump of SugarPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 139.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Introduction In the mountain town far away the ashihara chou，a BRAND-NEW story about the coexistence of “humans”and “ tayutai“ is about to start. To be with you this is the only oath and my everything
Why similar: Dating Sim 41%, Visual Novel 33.8%, Anime 19.4%, Adventure 3.8%, Story Rich 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: Blends fantasy elements into a school-life romance, perfect for those who enjoy the anime aesthetic.
- #19 Season of 12 Colors
84% matchVery Positive94% of 2,049 reviews2016
Dev: 橘子班Pub: NVLMaker
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 17.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
--The way it was, Just like it is now, On a bright, bright summer day. "That's a promise, right?" The girl in a white dress said. Sunny sky. A paper plane slid across it, riding on blue winds.
Why similar: Visual Novel 55.2%, Anime 13.5%, Casual 10.9%, Indie 10.4%, Adventure 10%
Why You'll Like It: An indie title that emphasizes the emotional connections between characters throughout the changing seasons.
- #20 Crimson Imprint plus -Nonexistent Christmas-
84% matchVery Positive92% of 2,137 reviews2017
Dev: Hollowings
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 54.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
This is a story about her and him. This is also a story about meeting and parting. Perhaps it is a very simple story. It may be a very complicated story. A simple FAREWELL ...... And not a grand farewell. If you can feel the joy and sorrow we pour in, it is a great encouragement to us.
Why similar: Visual Novel 44.7%, Dating Sim 25.1%, Anime 13%, Casual 6.5%, Indie 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A drama-heavy visual novel that explores the emotional stakes of holiday-themed romance.
- #21 Memory Oblivion Box
83% matchVery Positive93% of 1,107 reviews2016
Dev: DreaMoryPub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
一份工作，让秦幽羽的父亲从此失踪，紧接着又是母亲的突然离去。虽然从未放弃过寻找，可是事情却毫无进展，直到那天……
Why similar: Visual Novel 52.3%, Casual 18%, Indie 15.1%, Adventure 14.6%
Why You'll Like It: A character-focused indie visual novel that deals with themes of memory and relationship dynamics.
- #22 Cross Princess
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 946 reviews2020
Dev: 双叶小组
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Single route visual novel. Belle is actually a boy, an accident lets him and a bright girl named Bambi begin to live together, a warm and healing friendship + love story.
Why similar: Visual Novel 38.1%, Dating Sim 33.2%, Casual 9.1%, Adventure 7.6%, Anime 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A romance-focused visual novel that provides a straightforward dating sim experience.
- #23 Your Smile Beyond Twilight:黄昏下的月台上
82% matchVery Positive94% of 599 reviews2017
Dev: Lingtan Studio
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 33.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A story about forced smiles, coming to terms with the past, and love—but most of all, redemption.
Why similar: Visual Novel 56.5%, Anime 18.3%, Indie 12.8%, Adventure 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the specific melancholic and romantic atmosphere of school-age transitions.
- #24 Japanese School Life
82% matchVery Positive83% of 327 reviews2016
Dev: code:jpPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Welcomed by the fluttering of cherry blossom, the main character, Brian, starts a new high school life in Japan. Brian soon starts to get along with two girls in the same class after they start to talk to him. With their help, Brian gradually learns Japanese culture and customs.
Why similar: Visual Novel 59.4%, Anime 21.8%, Casual 10.7%, Indie 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: Provides an authentic look at the daily experiences and romantic possibilities of a typical Japanese high schooler.
- #25 SnowNight
81% matchVery Positive92% of 394 reviews2018
Dev: Hollowings
Windows
This is a small, warm story that happened in the winter. Two people who met by chance, because of each other's existence, and then felt more past that had not been deliberately remembered - After telling the story, I finally ushered in the day when the first snow fell.
Why similar: Visual Novel 34.9%, Dating Sim 30.7%, Anime 12.3%, Casual 8.1%, Adventure 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: An indie title that focuses on the intimate, quiet moments of a developing relationship.
- #26 Leaflet Love Story
80% matchVery Positive91% of 823 reviews2018
Dev: G+工程团Pub: PeriScope Game
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 121.4 hrs≥1hr: 61%
A normal male engineering student who used to be successful, is now languishing at the bottom in his English classes. A pretty girl who is said to be unapproachable, and is very proud of herself. How will the romance between the two of them develop?
Why similar: Visual Novel 49%, Casual 15.6%, Adventure 13.5%, Indie 11.3%, Anime 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: An indie visual novel that captures the simple, sweet nature of high school romance.
- #27 Adventure of a Lifetime
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 870 reviews2018
Dev: MoeNovel
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
I'm going to get it back! The important treasure that has sunk in the ocean! Set in the southern island World Heritage Site, Ogasawara Islands, a city boy, a runaway girl and a local girl meet in summer, sparking the growth and deepening of love and friendship.
Why similar: Visual Novel 58.8%, Anime 15.9%, Casual 12.8%, Adventure 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: A casual visual novel that emphasizes the journey of personal growth alongside romantic interests.
- #28 Furry Angel Take In
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 761 reviews2024
Dev: JOX Studio
Windows
一款疗愈心灵的恋爱模拟文字冒险视觉小说——因为童年创伤而浑浑噩噩，早已放弃了人生的“我”，在与“从天而降”的女孩相处的甜蜜时光中，感受她不求回报的爱，收获心灵的成长，疗愈内心的创伤。与她一起探索生命的意义、爱的真谛，与灵魂的重量。
Why similar: Dating Sim 40%, Visual Novel 38.1%, Anime 12.9%, Adventure 5.2%, Indie 3.8%
- #29 Sounds of Her Love
79% matchVery Positive91% of 761 reviews2017
Dev: ds-sans
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 46%
In the midst of their hearts, something is blossoming between two students. Both of whom go about their daily lives at an international school in Tokyo. Just what is flowering? Of course, it's love. Starting your new life after transferring into an international school, you find yourself dismayed when it turns out to be the same as any...
Why similar: Visual Novel 53.7%, Anime 19.2%, Dating Sim 17.4%, Casual 5.9%, Adventure 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: Uses music as a backdrop for an emotional story about connection and romance.
- #30 六阶谜题 six-step mystery
78% matchVery Positive88% of 655 reviews2020
Dev: 章鱼罐头制作组
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
失意青年刘在机缘巧合下得到了一份离奇的工作，在命运齿轮的推动下，结识了几名性格各异的少女。忽然有一天祸从天降，他卷入了一起绑架案，并被迫参与一场事关生死的游戏。在求生的同时，他不得不重新审视过去生活寻求蛛丝马迹，那看似平静的生活实则早已暗流涌动……
Why similar: Visual Novel 37.2%, Casual 20%, Adventure 19.8%, Indie 16.8%, Story Rich 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Adds a layer of mystery to the school-life narrative, keeping the player engaged through its story-rich structure.
- #31 COSPLAY LOVE! : Enchanted princess
78% matchVery Positive100% of 76 reviews2022
Dev: ConfiturePub: iMel
Windows
A lonely young lady who cosplays alone. A young, rookie designer chasing his dream. When these two meet, they open a brand new path through "cosplay"! A slightly erotic, young romance story between two people brought together by cosplay.
Why similar: Dating Sim 38.5%, Visual Novel 35.5%, Adventure 10.6%, Anime 9.3%, Story Rich 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted dating sim that focuses on shared hobbies and the development of a romantic relationship.
- #32 Cross Maid
77% matchVery Positive94% of 243 reviews2021
Dev: 双叶小组
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 56%
互相认错性别的两人，机缘巧合之下开始同居生活 产生羁绊到互相依恋再到自我怀疑，温馨欢乐的短片小故事
Why similar: Dating Sim 39.1%, Visual Novel 30.5%, Adventure 9.7%, Casual 9.2%, Anime 9%
- #33 Memories Off Sousou ~Not always true~
76% matchMostly Positive73% of 114 reviews2025
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Windows
かけがえのない想いを見つけた、その先に――
Why similar: Dating Sim 45.6%, Visual Novel 32.8%, Adventure 10.2%, Anime 9.3%, Story Rich 2%
- #34 书恋与君：美少女教我追系花
75% matchVery Positive87% of 54 reviews2025
Dev: 磷光工作室
Windows
校园恋爱题材的剧情作 Galgame。大二刚开学，魏明诚终于鼓起勇气向系花江雪表白，结果却是被拒绝了。正在他伤心失落之际，在他面前突然出现一位打扮奇特又可爱的女生，自称是仙子，要教魏明诚怎么追女生。这场从心碎开始的旅途，会走向怎样的结局呢？
Why similar: Dating Sim 42.3%, Visual Novel 40.2%, Anime 8.4%, Adventure 5.5%, Story Rich 3.6%
- #35 Trajectory of summer flower
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 336 reviews2017
Dev: SoraPrayer
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
"let's make a promise... When I grow up, I'll find you." By complete chance, these two childhood friends meet again after 10 years apart, but this time, will he be able to hold on to her? Or, will he lose here again forever? A love story about a summer trip in the countryside.
Why similar: Visual Novel 59.1%, Anime 17.5%, Casual 12.8%, Adventure 10.6%
- #36 恋爱绮谭 不存在的真相
72% matchVery Positive94% of 2,196 reviews2022
Dev: Never Knows Best
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 45.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
《恋爱绮谭~不存在的真相~》是一款文字冒险游戏。 初到江城的顾唯，意外成为了一起社会新闻的主人公。凶险的都市中，他需要在混乱的舆论和虚假的情报中找到唯一的真相，也需要在两名各有千秋的少女间完成自我的抉择。秋去冬来，覆盖城市的厚厚积雪下，究竟掩藏着什么样的秘密......
Why similar: Dating Sim 41.4%, Visual Novel 36.8%, Anime 10.2%, Story Rich 4.6%, Casual 4.6%
- #37 花落冬陽 Snowdreams -lost in winter-
73% matchVery Positive97% of 262 reviews2022
Dev: 觀象草圖 Astrolabe DraftPub: 觀象草圖 Astrolabe Draft
Windows
《花落冬陽》是一款以「夢想」與「思念」為主題的文字冒險遊戲。故事講述主角謝子臣在追尋作家之夢的過程中遭遇的困境，以及與夏芊帆、雪見兩名少女的戀愛故事。豐富的劇情、精緻的插畫、悠揚的音樂、搭配全中文語音，帶你體驗一段動人的台北冬季戀曲。
Why similar: Dating Sim 37.9%, Visual Novel 34.9%, Anime 11.1%, Story Rich 5.2%, Casual 4.1%
- #38 克莉丝的炎之信仰 Cryste: the Faith of Fire Vol.1
74% matchVery Positive89% of 296 reviews2017
Dev: SalvationPub: JingtuStudio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
In another distant world, there is a kingdom of fire. They who live under the red sky. People with different social classes. Birth with different but changeless fate. Those of nobility bring fortune and power to men, and bring hope.
Why similar: Visual Novel 57.5%, Casual 11.5%, Anime 11.1%, Adventure 10.3%, Indie 9.6%
- #39 A Sky Full of Stars 仰望夜空的星辰
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 983 reviews2017
Dev: MoeNovel
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 31.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The starry sky spreads far and wide overhead... This story full of love, comedy, and excitement follows our protagonist and his stargazing friends as they grow together. "A Sky Full of Stars" is a coming-of-age astronomy tale by the same team who brought you "If My Heart Had Wings".
Why similar: Dating Sim 39.4%, Visual Novel 38.1%, Anime 10%, Casual 4.6%, Story Rich 4.4%
- #40 My 1/6 Lover
74% matchVery Positive81% of 577 reviews2018
Dev: lamb of game
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
This is a visual novel about a lovestory with 6 routes, numerous CGs and 200,000 words. Small town, afternoon, leisure is in the air. A young man is trying to straighten himself up and finally say it to the girl of his dream. The girl shocked him with an unexpected answer. "I'm sorry, which of us do you like?"
Why similar: Dating Sim 40.5%, Visual Novel 33.4%, Anime 10.3%, Casual 4.8%, Story Rich 4.6%
- #41 the 9th day:第九日
73% matchVery Positive92% of 317 reviews2017
Dev: Lingtan Studio
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The story of The 9th Day, that started with the autumn fire incident, begins here…
Why similar: Visual Novel 50.7%, Anime 21.2%, Adventure 14.5%, Indie 13.6%
- #42 Fluffy Store
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,738 reviews2019
Dev: AsicxArtPub: SakuraGame
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 33.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A string of mysterious wind chimes brought three lovely and uninvited kemonomimi girls to this small convenience store. At such a summer night full of surprises and excitement, what lies ahead on their road of adventure?
Why similar: Visual Novel 60.8%, Anime 16.8%, Adventure 7.7%, Indie 7.4%, Casual 7.3%
- #43 他人世界末 On-looker
70% matchVery Positive93% of 2,953 reviews2020
Dev: 8A studioPub: 昆布科技
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
这是属于不怎么开朗的我们，充满逃避、畏缩、胆怯、不切实际的单恋故事。 属于你的故事结局将会如何，由你的选择而定。
Why similar: Dating Sim 38%, Visual Novel 35.9%, Anime 12.2%, Casual 4.5%, Indie 4%
- #44 東周列萌志 Philosophic Love
71% matchVery Positive90% of 879 reviews2018
Dev: IWPLAY WORLD INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 31.7 hrs≥1hr: 69%
在百家爭鳴的時代，尋莫逆於心的知音。穿越到2300多年前的戰國時期，邂逅6位不同學派的帥哥門徒，刻骨銘心的故事就此展開……你願意為他永遠地留在過去嗎？
Why similar: Dating Sim 44.5%, Visual Novel 30.6%, Casual 9.6%, Indie 8.2%, Anime 4%
- #45 霎时晴荫
72% matchVery Positive93% of 102 reviews2018
Dev: 晴
Windows · Mac
这是一个宅系欢乐电波向恋爱文字游戏。 命运编织的万千繁枝茂叶。化作霎时间的荫蔽， ‘这次，轮到我成为你们的晴荫了。’
Why similar: Visual Novel 48.3%, Casual 19.2%, Anime 16.4%, Indie 16.1%
- #46 True Lover's Knot
75% matchMixed42% of 122 reviews2015
Dev: Sapphire Dragon Productions
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Set sail on the romantic adventure of the season! “True Lover’s Knot” follows the story of Emma, a London-based tech genius, as she and her best friend, Lucas, take to the high seas in a luxurious cruise that will change their lives forever!
Why similar: Visual Novel 61.5%, Anime 20%, Casual 6.6%, Story Rich 6.4%, Indie 5.5%
- #47 Epiphyllum in Love
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,304 reviews2020
Dev: #workshopPub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 48.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Final chapter of the trilogy. In a world where memory can be controlled, everyone is selling their souls. "I" have left everything behind, except the girl named Yin who still remains in my mind. At the end of my life, should I die with a beautiful fantasy, or go in search of sad memories of her?
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.9%, Dating Sim 31.1%, Casual 10.8%, Adventure 8.7%, Anime 8.3%
- #48 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 59.1%, Anime 17.8%, Dating Sim 17%, Indie 6.1%
- #49 Blood Code
71% 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: Dating Sim 44.2%, Visual Novel 38.5%, Anime 6.8%, Casual 3.4%, Story Rich 3.3%
- #50 Natsu no Iro no Nostalgia
69% matchVery Positive91% of 561 reviews2019
Dev: MOONSTONEPub: HIKARI FIELD
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 85.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%
《追忆夏色年华》是由美少女游戏品牌MOONSTONE制作的一款奇幻恋爱题材作品。讲述了主人公与妹妹时隔三年一同返回故乡生活，并与曾经关系密切的三位女孩再度相见，并深入了解她们内心隐藏的爱意与黑暗的故事。本作由山风岚负责原画，吴担当剧本，solfa制作音乐，霜月遥献唱主题曲。
Why similar: Visual Novel 43.9%, Dating Sim 23%, Anime 14.9%, Casual 8.2%, Adventure 7.4%
- #51 Bagel Love Story
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,225 reviews2024
Dev: 橘子班Pub: NVLMaker
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A light-hearted and enjoyable short romance VN! The protagonist, Fan Tong, struggles to lose weight in hopes of finding a job, but the journey is far from smooth. Until one day, a cute and sunny girl named Bagel comes into his life, kickstarting a story of weight loss, cross-dressing, and romance!
Why similar: Visual Novel 45.2%, Anime 20.5%, Casual 12.9%, Adventure 12%, Story Rich 4.9%
- #52 纯爱独白：小小 Purelove Monologue: Xiaoxiao
67% matchVery Positive92% of 359 reviews2024
Dev: HollowingsPub: LoveStoryProject
Windows
宅男画师和美女程序员的甜美邂逅，不如一起做个独立游戏吧！等等，说好的纯爱呢，小三？黄毛？女装大佬？Σ(ﾟДﾟ)ｽｹﾞｪ!!
Why similar: Dating Sim 35.9%, Visual Novel 34.6%, Anime 13.9%, Casual 6.1%, Indie 4.9%
- #53 神明的一天世界(God's One Day World)
70% matchVery Positive85% of 728 reviews2016
Dev: 灰烬天国
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
an Visual Novel & Puzzle Game
Why similar: Visual Novel 54.3%, Adventure 18.8%, Anime 17%, Casual 5.6%, Indie 4.4%
- #54 Happy Live,Show Up!
68% matchVery Positive88% of 84 reviews2023
Dev: FavoritePub: Syawase Works China
Windows
荣获颇多奖项的Favorite社新作，《Happylive show up》强势登陆Steam平台！ 身处异乡他国，在伙伴的友情与爱情的帮助下，奏响属于大家的“Happy Live”！
Why similar: Dating Sim 41.8%, Visual Novel 32%, Casual 12%, Adventure 10.5%, Story Rich 3.7%
- #55 East 73: Magenta Fairytale
69% matchVery Positive94% of 144 reviews2017
Dev: Magenta Factory
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Stunning visuals and a fantastical daily Nanjing story unfold. Xiao Su, who sees into others' hearts, joins a new school's art class. He encounters familiar and new faces, exploring their inner worlds and confronting his own hidden depths.
Why similar: Visual Novel 32.6%, Casual 21.1%, Adventure 19.7%, Indie 17%, Anime 9.6%
- #56 恋爱绮谭~不存在的夏天~
66% matchVery Positive94% of 2,929 reviews2020
Dev: Never Knows Best
Windows
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 37.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
九省通衢之地的阴影里，不知名的存在正在蠢蠢欲动。普通到极点的学生顾韦，作为“非日常部”的一员，和女友苏半夏开始调查“虚拟偶像消失事件”的传闻。讲述都市怪谈的可疑直播间，废墟一般的住宅楼，等待在两人前方的是……
Why similar: Visual Novel 39.4%, Dating Sim 33.3%, Anime 13.2%, Casual 6%, Story Rich 4.2%
- #57 Lingua Fleur: Lily
68% matchVery Positive97% of 229 reviews2019
Dev: Narrator
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
'Lingua Fleur: Lily' is focused on friendship, love, troubles, efforts, and confusions between girls. Made with illustrations, animations, and original music, this story tells of the protagonist Yuyi Wu's secret, one very different from an 'ordinary' girl. Told in a gentle and ordinary style.
Why similar: Visual Novel 40.9%, Dating Sim 30.3%, Anime 11.8%, Story Rich 5%, Adventure 4.5%
- #58 ef - the first tale. (All Ages)
67% matchVery Positive96% of 189 reviews2019
Dev: minoriPub: MangaGamer
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 286.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
What starts with a conversation between two long lost friends spills out into a captivating visual novel about four youths struggling to pursue their dreams and find their place in the world as love complicates everything.
Why similar: Visual Novel 52%, Dating Sim 20.4%, Anime 15.3%, Story Rich 7.3%, Adventure 5%
- #59 School Years
67% matchVery Positive82% of 1,497 reviews2019
Dev: YEARSPub: 电钮组
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%
A visual novel adapted from a real story.To tell the most authentic Chinese story in the most simple words
Why similar: Visual Novel 56%, Anime 19.5%, Story Rich 9%, Indie 8.9%, Casual 6.6%
