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Games Like Vanity Fair: The Pursuit

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include FMV, Interactive Fiction, Multiple Endings, Story Rich.

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Players follow Lu Yuan through important stages of his life and experience his growth trajectory from youth to maturity. It will take you to relive those decisions that you have never tried to make in reality, and feel the different life brought about by each choice.

Reviews: Very Positive — 88% — of 4,461 reviews
Released: 2024-02-19
Developer: 木焱工作室
Publisher: Wave Games
Genres: Casual, Indie, RPG, Simulation
Platforms: Windows, Mac
Median playtime: 5.6 hrs
Mean playtime: 7.1 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 87%

Overview

Vanity Fair: The Pursuit is a compelling life-simulation FMV that centers on the weight of personal choices and the trajectory of character growth. These recommendations focus on narrative-driven interactive experiences that emphasize branching paths, cinematic storytelling, and the profound impact of player decisions on the protagonist's life journey.

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    Why similar: FMV 61.7%, Choices Matter 18.8%, Interactive Fiction 8.7%, Story Rich 5.2%, Cinematic 2.4%

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    Why similar: FMV 54.9%, Choices Matter 15.2%, Interactive Fiction 12.8%, Story Rich 8.1%, Simulation 5.5%

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    Why similar: FMV 40.8%, Cinematic 13.8%, Immersive Sim 9.6%, Dating Sim 8.7%, Interactive Fiction 7.5%

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    Why similar: FMV 55.6%, Choices Matter 12.9%, Drama 10%, Story Rich 6.5%, Visual Novel 5.8%

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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    Why You'll Like It: Combines strategy and simulation elements with FMV storytelling to create a unique, choice-heavy experience.

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    Why similar: FMV 38.2%, Choices Matter 11.6%, Cinematic 8.3%, Immersive Sim 7.3%, RPG 6.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A story-rich RPG that utilizes FMV to place the player in the center of a complex, choice-driven political drama.

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    Windows · Mac
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    Dev: D'Avekki Studios Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    In this first FMV game about emotional fraud, you’ll face their true colors. As a hunter of hearts, strike back against a secret network of gold diggers. Unmask lies, evade traps, and let revenge ignite. Will they burn—or you? Or could love still rise from the ashes? The choice is yours to make.

    Why similar: FMV 37.9%, Drama 11.7%, Interactive Fiction 11.3%, Dating Sim 10.7%, RPG 8.6%

  41. #41 SIFU Kidnapped! Adventure in the Women's Kingdom
    71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,691 reviews2026
    Dev: 次元边界
    Windows

    Modern worker reborn as Golden Cicada in the all-female Land of Women. Unravel the Mother-Son River’s secrets, battle Demon King Mara, and bond with seven goddesses. Your choices shape many endings—balance enlightenment and love to rewrite the Three Realms.

    Why similar: FMV 37.4%, Cinematic 13.5%, Immersive Sim 10%, Interactive Fiction 8%, Drama 7.9%

  42. #42 Wishful Journey:Love Across Time
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 487 reviews2024
    Dev: Hillhouse Holdings Limited
    Windows

    Xu yuan, who was a loser in real life traveled to an ancient palace. By transforming into the male protagonist, players will be in love with many beauties with different personalities, such as the unruly princess, the cold female assassin, embark on a love adventure that spans time and space.

    Why similar: Immersive Sim 13.9%, Cinematic 13.5%, Dating Sim 12.9%, Life Sim 9.9%, Visual Novel 9.2%

  43. #43 THE VIG
    71% matchVery Positive92% of 502 reviews2026
    Dev: 亦盈文化
    Windows

    You'll be "Xie En", infiltrating the traitor's money empire. This urban hunt is a revenge saga where wit is your spear. Return as "Wu Wei," using rules as your shield in a world of grey. Will you choose love or vengeance? This lethal game of cash, betrayal and redemption awaits your move.

    Why similar: FMV 35.9%, RPG 11.7%, Cinematic 11%, Interactive Fiction 11%, Immersive Sim 9.4%

  44. #44 Sovereign Brain Empire
    73% matchVery Positive81% of 441 reviews2025
    Dev: Mountain and Sea Studio
    Windows

    “Who isn’t a baby anyway?”~You travelled to a parallel world governed by the Sovereign Brain AI. In SB Empire, you’re an adopted “one-year-old”, recognized as a "Monarch-level" prodigy! There will be beauties giving you a sheltered babyhood. Your brilliance and privileges will change their fates!

    Why similar: FMV 40.5%, Choices Matter 10.1%, Immersive Sim 9.5%, Cinematic 8.6%, Interactive Fiction 8.3%

  45. #45 Lights and Shadow
    72% matchVery Positive80% of 262 reviews2025
    Dev: Jiahe Studio 茄盒互动
    Windows

    The player will take on the role of Shen Hao, experiencing a journey from being a bullied student to dropping out and starting a live streaming career. The surge in digital currencies makes you an overnight millionaire. How will you choose your path and carve out a unique life story?

    Why similar: FMV 31.7%, Immersive Sim 12.3%, Drama 11.9%, Dating Sim 10.4%, RPG 8.3%

  46. #46 Blood Money: Lethal Eden
    68% matchVery Positive94% of 1,367 reviews2026
    Dev: 碧火互娱Pub: Jade Flame
    Windows

    Lured by an online lover, you're trapped in a scam compound—a true hell where compassion kills and greed consumes. Will you burn this abyss down or be its guiding light? Rule with beauty or betray for life? Your choices decide all: between life and death, heaven and hell.

    Why similar: FMV 46.1%, Cinematic 15.7%, Immersive Sim 8.6%, Drama 7.7%, RPG 4.9%

  47. #47 Director Simulator
    70% matchVery Positive85% of 615 reviews2024
    Dev: GOLDEN AGE
    Windows · Mac

    You, who lack talent, always have strange dreams. Until one day, all kinds of beautiful women from dreams entered your life one by one. You will experience an unprecedented legendary journey from a first person perspective.

    Why similar: FMV 41.8%, Dating Sim 15.1%, Immersive Sim 10.8%, RPG 8%, Story Rich 7.7%

  48. #48 Trilogy of the Moon
    70% matchVery Positive87% of 215 reviews2025
    Dev: SKYPLUS
    Windows

    Immerse yourself in a romantic fantasy where past meets present! Experience a unique interactive game featuring Korea's stunning photoshoot models in this cinematic adventure.

    Why similar: FMV 35.9%, Cinematic 12.1%, Interactive Fiction 9.7%, Immersive Sim 9.5%, Dating Sim 9%

  49. #49 I've Fallen For You!
    69% matchVery Positive89% of 771 reviews2024
    Dev: LOVE MOOD STUDIO LIMITED
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Eight women simultaneously appear in your life, offering you unconditional love and support! Will you choose to uphold your beliefs and become a good man, or give in to human temptations and become a bad man?

    Why similar: FMV 34.7%, Cinematic 12.9%, Dating Sim 8.4%, Immersive Sim 8.4%, Interactive Fiction 6.8%

  50. #50 Couple-Cultivation Saves the World
    70% matchMixed62% of 200 reviews2024
    Dev: Guns&Roses StudioPub: Mountain and Sea Studio
    Windows

    This is a live-action interactive game. As the hero, you find out you become the best cultivation power bank in Jiuqiu by chance. Are you willing to Couple-Cultivate with the girls from another world, save the Earth, and maintain peace in Jiuqiu?

    Why similar: FMV 38.3%, Cinematic 11.3%, Immersive Sim 9%, Dating Sim 8.6%, Interactive Fiction 8.1%

  51. #51 深海:即刻抉择
    73% matchMixed44% of 665 reviews2020
    Dev: 舞刀弄影Pub: INDIECN
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    《深海》是一部真人互动电影作品,游戏中你将参与破获一起离奇的犯罪事件,你的每个选择(犹豫或果断) 都将决定着一个人的生死,一群人的命运,怀疑还是信任,救赎还是逃避,游戏过程中你将逐步感受到普通人在遭遇 犯罪事件的选择和成长。

    Why similar: FMV 54.8%, RPG 22.2%, Choices Matter 11.4%, Indie 6.8%, Story Rich 4.9%

  52. #52 天呐!找不到真爱就扑街!
    69% matchVery Positive80% of 455 reviews2024
    Dev: 國王互娛King Interactive
    Windows

    First-person perspective through role-playing When getting along with the "Destined Heroine", they constantly make choices to deepen mutual understanding, and strive to exchange sincerity for true love. These choices determine the final emotional outcome. In the end, who will Huang Di's true love be

    Why similar: FMV 38.2%, Cinematic 14.7%, Drama 9.8%, Immersive Sim 8%, Interactive Fiction 7.6%

  53. #53 Heartbeat in Thailand
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,047 reviews2025
    Dev: RainbowGame
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Freshly graduated, you head to Bangkok’s Chinatown to find your uncle—only to lose contact. Seeking a steady job, you’re mistaken for a gang boss and thrown into chaos. Along the way, you meet a sweet cousin, cold widow, mysterious performer, quirky ghost, and even... someone unexpected.

    Why similar: FMV 41.5%, Cinematic 11.2%, Dating Sim 8.9%, Immersive Sim 7.7%, Interactive Fiction 7.1%

  54. #54 Hello Love: 18 Again
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 2,292 reviews2025
    Dev: 念念而忘(Indelible Studio)Pub: 盛澜互娱
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Unexpectedly back at 18, you embark on a thrilling and sweet campus rebirth journey with the memories! The campus goddess, the sexy girl, the childhood sweetheart, the frigid CEO, the gentle teacher. Who will ignite your heart among the dreams and regrets of youth? Relive old dreams without regrets!

    Why similar: FMV 41.4%, Cinematic 14.8%, Dating Sim 8.8%, Immersive Sim 8.8%, Interactive Fiction 6.5%

  55. #55 Such a guy
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 631 reviews2025
    Dev: SUCH ONE STUDIO
    Windows

    Join two close friends in building a cozy seaside B&B. Every choice affects the story and your relationships. Spend heartfelt moments with six unique girls and create a summer worth remembering. 4K visuals, nearly 1,000 minutes of video, side stories, mini-games, and 20+ endings await.

    Why similar: FMV 36.2%, Cinematic 14.7%, Dating Sim 10.4%, Life Sim 7.4%, Drama 7.3%

  56. #56 Breakout 13
    68% matchVery Positive88% of 7,394 reviews2023
    Dev: ALT Lab
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Breakout 13 is a thrilling narrative game with interactive cinematic experience. Based on true stories. Embark on a revealing journey as you attempt to break free from a negligent correctional institute and carve out your own path to justice. Each decision you make shapes the story.

    Why similar: FMV 41.3%, Cinematic 14.7%, Immersive Sim 10.8%, Choices Matter 10.4%, Interactive Fiction 10.3%

  57. #57 The Heart of Influencer
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 325 reviews2025
    Dev: Mountain and Sea Studio
    Windows

    You are entrusted with training five "troubled" influencers from Mountain & Sea Media, and gain the “Heart Probe” ability which allows you to uncover girls’ inner thoughts. Use your wisdom and ability to help them meet their training KPIs, while discovering their real selves beneath their facades.

    Why similar: FMV 42.5%, Cinematic 9.7%, Dating Sim 9.5%, Choices Matter 9.1%, RPG 7.8%

  58. #58 Insects Awaken
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 445 reviews2025
    Dev: HelloMeow
    Windows · Mac

    Insects Awaken is a puzzle visual novel set in the 1940s. It follows the story of Chen Shan, a young man entangled in espionage while defending his family and homeland. He embarks on a journey between the isolated cities of Chongqing and Shanghai, braving the chaos of war with his passion and youth.

    Why similar: Choices Matter 19.2%, Drama 15.9%, RPG 14.8%, Interactive Fiction 13.3%, Story Rich 11%

  59. #59 定制女友
    69% matchVery Positive82% of 218 reviews2024
    Dev: deep field
    Windows

    A stroke of luck presents you with a chance to receive a prototype mechanical maiden for testing, propelling you into a romantic adventure. As crises loom, will you protect the idol of a girl group or the mechanical maiden? Who will become your guiding light?

    Why similar: FMV 36.1%, Cinematic 11%, Immersive Sim 10.7%, Dating Sim 9.8%, Interactive Fiction 9.3%

  60. #60 Light of Reversing Destiny
    68% matchVery Positive81% of 69 reviews2025
    Dev: HKBOI
    Windows

    "Light of Reversing Destiny" is a live - action interactive movie game, skillfully blending role - playing and plot choices. Players follow the protagonist's perspective throughout, immerse in the ups - and - downs of the story, with interspersed mini - games bringing a new interactive feel.

    Why similar: FMV 38.1%, Cinematic 14.1%, Dating Sim 10.4%, Life Sim 9.6%, RPG 8.4%

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