Games Like WITCH ON THE HOLY NIGHT

Seek the root of the Fate franchise. Return to where it all began.

Why similar: Visual Novel 34.5%, Anime 14%, Magic 11.9%, Emotional 9.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive foundation of the TYPE-MOON universe, offering a similar blend of magic, drama, and high-stakes narrative.

Relive the four days of destiny...

Why similar: Visual Novel 32.1%, Anime 13.6%, Drama 12.4%, Emotional 10.7%, Magic 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a deeper look into the characters and world established in the Fate series with the same high-quality production.

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 37.3%, Great Soundtrack 19%, Anime 14.6%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Story Rich 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of gothic storytelling that matches the emotional weight and artistic care found in Witch on the Holy Night.

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 39.5%, Great Soundtrack 30%, Anime 10.7%, Story Rich 9.3%, Magic 6%

Why You'll Like It: An incredibly complex mystery that excels at building atmosphere and tension through its narrative-heavy structure.

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 40.3%, Great Soundtrack 30.5%, Anime 10.9%, Story Rich 9.2%, Adventure 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: The conclusion to the Umineko saga, offering the same level of depth and emotional payoff as the best visual novels.

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 40.2%, Anime 16.7%, Great Soundtrack 14.1%, Drama 13.7%, Story Rich 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Widely considered the gold standard for emotional storytelling in the visual novel medium.

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 48.8%, Anime 19.6%, Great Soundtrack 17.9%, Story Rich 10.5%, Adventure 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential sci-fi visual novel that balances character relationships with a gripping, high-stakes plot.

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 49.9%, Anime 17.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.9%, Story Rich 8.7%, Adventure 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, psychological mystery that captures the urban thriller vibe and intense narrative focus of the seed game.

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 42%, Great Soundtrack 15.2%, Emotional 14.7%, Anime 13.3%, Adventure 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: An emotional, character-focused visual novel that shares the polished art and heartfelt tone of the seed game.

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 54.4%, Anime 20.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.5%, Story Rich 8.8%, Adventure 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: The starting point of a legendary mystery series that excels at building a sense of dread and intrigue.

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 52.9%, Anime 15.5%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Story Rich 9.9%, Sexual Content 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply philosophical and complex narrative that challenges the player with its dark and surreal themes.

A tale of small miracles in a snow-covered town— Kanon, the very first game from visual novel studio Key, is now available on Steam! Now featuring HD visuals and full voice support! (The protagonist is only voiced in certain scenes.)

Why similar: Visual Novel 40.9%, Anime 14.6%, Drama 14%, Emotional 10%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic emotional visual novel that set the stage for the genre's most poignant storytelling techniques.

Play as detective Kaname Date on the case of an elusive serial killer in this thrilling, sci-fi murder mystery.

Why similar: Visual Novel 47.9%, Anime 22.5%, Story Rich 10.9%, Great Soundtrack 10.2%, Adventure 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features cinematic presentation and a compelling mystery that keeps the player engaged through high-quality direction.

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 51.8%, Anime 25.4%, Story Rich 13%, Adventure 6.7%, Singleplayer 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A unique social deduction game that uses its visual novel format to deliver a deep and evolving sci-fi story.

The first console game of the stage-themed multi-media franchise "Revue Starlight" is on its way!

Why similar: Visual Novel 41.8%, Anime 15.5%, Drama 13.8%, Great Soundtrack 8.8%, Emotional 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A strong character-driven drama that features high-quality art and a compelling, emotional narrative.

Spring is here and love awaits, an oasis just over the horizon, a beautiful story waiting to be told. Join Takumi and Alice in a tale of fleeting cherry blossoms and forgotten first love.

Why similar: Visual Novel 37.3%, Anime 17.5%, Great Soundtrack 17.4%, Female Protagonist 11%, Magic 8%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy-themed visual novel that shares the magical elements and focus on character relationships.

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 47.3%, Anime 24.5%, Great Soundtrack 11%, Story Rich 6.3%, Adventure 3%

Why You'll Like It: A short, beautiful, and emotionally impactful sci-fi story with a focus on atmosphere and character connection.

Thirteen girls awaken, only to find themselves in a prison. What awaits them: a Witch Trial. Help them prepare for the trial by exploring the prison in order to find the witch hidden amongst them. Find the witch, learn what kind of magic she holds, dispel the lies, and prepare for the execution.

Why similar: Visual Novel 53.5%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Anime 11.7%, Story Rich 7.3%, Sexual Content 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fantasy mystery that centers on female protagonists and features a compelling, magic-infused plot.

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 52.9%, Anime 20.4%, Great Soundtrack 13.2%, Story Rich 8.4%, Adventure 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the mystery of the series with even more psychological depth and narrative complexity.

Fall in love with the lab members all over again in this sweet and slapstick romantic comedy!

Why similar: Visual Novel 60.5%, Anime 18.7%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Adventure 7.3%, Story Rich 3%

Why You'll Like It: A lighter, character-focused spin-off that allows for more intimate moments with the cast.

fault is a series of Science Fantasy Cinematic Novels using a unique 3D Camera system for a visually immersive reading experience. Follow Selphine, the bubbly Princess and her sharp-witted Royal Guardian, Ritona, on their journey of a lifetime back to their homeland of Rughzenhaide.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46%, Anime 21.2%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%, Story Rich 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully presented fantasy journey that focuses on the growth and relationships of its protagonists.

This is a story of disease and suffering; of medication and adverse effects; of thoracotomy scars and cellular poisons; of the living who cannot help but to die and of the dying who cannot help but to live; of a resting place other than "on 7F" or "at home".

Why similar: Visual Novel 53.9%, Anime 18.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.5%, Drama 5%, Emotional 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A short, poignant, and deeply moving experience that demonstrates the power of minimalist visual novel storytelling.

The English version of the heartwarming story that was highly acclaimed in Japan. Enjoy the meticulously crafted narrative. Set in Okinawa, Japan, it is also a story that unravels the mysteries hidden within its history and fantasy.

Why similar: Visual Novel 30.3%, Emotional 16.1%, Drama 15.1%, Magic 14.7%, Story Rich 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted fantasy visual novel that explores themes of magic and discovery.

From renowned visual novel studio Key, this is the sequel to the highly acclaimed visual novel CLANNAD. Featuring a truly memorable continuation to Tomoya and Tomoyo's journey, Tomoyo After promises to draw you even further into CLANNAD's world.

Why similar: Visual Novel 58.4%, Anime 20.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.6%, Adventure 5.2%, Story Rich 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: An emotional epilogue that provides a deeper look into a beloved character's journey.

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: Visual Novel 46.9%, Anime 22.5%, Story Rich 11.4%, Great Soundtrack 10.4%, Adventure 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A visually stunning and emotionally resonant slice-of-life story with high production values.

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 41%, Anime 13.9%, Emotional 10.9%, Adventure 6.9%, Female Protagonist 6.2%

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 56.6%, Anime 17.3%, Great Soundtrack 8%, Sexual Content 7%, Story Rich 6.3%

Rescue squad captain Watase Kasasagi wakes up without his memories in the middle of his most critical mission yet-- a nuclear meltdown at a research facility. In an unfamiliar place and without his years of training, he must rescue the survivors and escape...

Why similar: Visual Novel 57.8%, Anime 19.9%, Story Rich 9.3%, Great Soundtrack 7.1%, Adventure 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: An intense thriller that utilizes multiple perspectives to build a complex and rewarding mystery.

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 48.1%, Anime 25.8%, Story Rich 10.7%, Adventure 10.3%, 2D 3.9%

《魔女的夜宴》是日本超人气美少女游戏品牌YUZUSOFT（柚子社）的经典名作。女主角绫地宁宁由当红声优桐谷华配音，是该社历代作品中最具代表性的女主角之一。国际中文版拥有超越原版的1920X1080的高清画质。本作也曾在美少女游戏大赏和萌系游戏大赏中斩获众多奖项。

Why similar: Visual Novel 50.2%, Sexual Content 18.6%, Anime 12.5%, Drama 11.9%, Adventure 3%

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 48.3%, Great Soundtrack 16%, Anime 13%, Adventure 8.7%, Story Rich 6.5%

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 42.4%, Anime 19.5%, Emotional 13.6%, Sexual Content 8.2%, Story Rich 7.7%

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 52%, Anime 21.8%, Great Soundtrack 8.9%, Story Rich 8.8%, Adventure 6.6%

Bear witness to a love that will change the world, in this classic horror romance visual novel from acclaimed writer Urobuchi Gen.

Why similar: Visual Novel 57.1%, Great Soundtrack 13.2%, Anime 12.5%, Sexual Content 8.5%, Story Rich 6.3%

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 38.4%, Great Soundtrack 22.1%, Anime 18.8%, Story Rich 7.2%, Female Protagonist 6%

『月に寄りそう乙女の作法』は有名な美少女ゲームブランド「Navel」が創設10周年を記念に制作した女装もの作品です。発売してから長い時間を立っても高い人気を保ち、続編や外伝作品『乙女理論とその周辺』などの派生作品も続々とリリースし、過去十年間業界に大きく影響を与えるシリーズ作品の一つです。

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.3%, Anime 13.7%, Female Protagonist 13%, Story Rich 9.3%, Drama 8.8%

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 44.2%, Great Soundtrack 19.3%, Anime 18.9%, Story Rich 8.7%, Adventure 4.4%

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 46.1%, Anime 19.8%, Great Soundtrack 18.2%, Story Rich 8.8%, Adventure 3.6%

CHAOS;HEAD NOAH is now available on Steam!

Why similar: Visual Novel 54.8%, Anime 18.8%, Story Rich 10.1%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%, Adventure 5%

"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 44.9%, Anime 16.2%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%, Emotional 9.4%, Story Rich 7.6%

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 46%, Great Soundtrack 18.9%, Anime 18.8%, Story Rich 11.1%, Adventure 3.5%

A yuri kinetic novel about overcoming the tribulations of the human heart, and a sapphic tale on the heartaches and reprieves of fathoming love. Asou Ei’s first title with Frontwing is presented with poignant visuals in Full HD, an evocative soundtrack, and voice acting by a star-studded cast.

Why similar: Visual Novel 36.1%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Anime 14.4%, Emotional 13.1%, Drama 10.7%

In a final struggle for survival, demonkind again invaded the human world. However, the world they return to after years in the darkness isn't the same as it once was...

Why similar: Anime 29.6%, Adventure 15.9%, Sexual Content 14.9%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Story Rich 11.7%

This is a tale of revenge — of a demon, a girl, and their companions. After seven years of development, the popular dark suspense adventure "Noel the Mortal Fate" finally arrives as a complete edition with all 13 seasons included, fully upgraded and with no extra charges.

Why similar: Visual Novel 27.6%, Anime 19.6%, Female Protagonist 14.2%, Great Soundtrack 14.2%, Story Rich 9.6%

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 32.5%, Drama 19.4%, Emotional 17.4%, Anime 12.3%, Story Rich 7.4%

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 57.2%, Anime 22.9%, Story Rich 7.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%, Adventure 4.6%

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 49%, Anime 18.1%, Drama 11.7%, Story Rich 8.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 3.8%

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 45.7%, Anime 15.6%, Great Soundtrack 13.8%, Drama 9.9%, Story Rich 6.3%

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 47.8%, Anime 16.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%, Female Protagonist 8.4%, Adventure 6.3%

“Your wish shall perish...” A Holy Grail War begins in Edo Japan. A brand new Fate action RPG presented by TYPE-MOON and KOEI TECMO GAMES.

Why similar: Anime 26.4%, Magic 24.8%, Drama 22.1%, Story Rich 11.9%, Visual Novel 9.5%

Marco, an orphan with missing memories, and Arco, a dragon who rules the galaxy, were hunting for treasure in space! On one of their adventures, Marco was given a clue to the whereabouts of her mother. Their next stop, her birthplace - Earth!

Why similar: Visual Novel 50.6%, Anime 17.6%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Story Rich 7.1%, Great Soundtrack 6.1%

"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 50.2%, Great Soundtrack 19%, Anime 11.8%, Adventure 9.7%, Story Rich 9.3%

Thrown into prison for an act of self-expression, protagonist Shuichiro must confront both a violent system and his own actions—or else try to find happiness on the inside in this visual novel from the makers of NUKITASHI.

Why similar: Visual Novel 48.1%, Anime 25.5%, Emotional 11.7%, Story Rich 8.5%, Adventure 4.5%

This is the first chapter in newest entry When They Cry visual novel series produced by Ryuukishi07. It features HD graphics, more detailed animations, and newly created songs by many of the composers from Umineko, as well as several new additions.

Why similar: Visual Novel 46.5%, Great Soundtrack 20.8%, Anime 15.7%, Story Rich 7.9%, Adventure 7.6%

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 71.1%, Anime 20.8%, Adventure 4.1%, Story Rich 4%

"This is a tale of 'flowers' that never bloom." Shirohime, a girl who has lost her memory, and Kurofude, a mysterious boy, traverse through classic Japanese fairy tales within the land of Adabana, a realm of illustrated books. What awaits them after they mend the distorted tales?

Why similar: Visual Novel 45.4%, Great Soundtrack 17.9%, Adventure 14.6%, Story Rich 11.9%, Anime 10.3%

This visual novel game tells the tale of a cute little Santa Clause appearing

Why similar: Visual Novel 63.2%, Anime 29%, Adventure 4.3%, Story Rich 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Jude Gray, a wandering Courier, receives a request to deliver some very special cargo. This cargo turns out to be Philia, an android girl who is unaffected by the enigmatic Singularity Machines.

Why similar: Visual Novel 44.6%, Emotional 20.7%, Anime 20.1%, Adventure 6.4%, Story Rich 6.1%

The feast has begun, can you escape the village alive?

Why similar: Visual Novel 67.8%, Story Rich 11%, Anime 10.2%, Adventure 8.1%, Sexual Content 1.5%

"Return to that summer with you..." Ryusei returns to the small island of his younger years, where time flows by gently, to spend a fairy-tale summer vacation with his childhood friend who was spirited away.

Why similar: Visual Novel 36.6%, Anime 15.5%, Emotional 15.4%, Drama 12.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%