Games like Anomie

"Cursed Sight" is a horror-themed, first-person shooter game that challenges players to navigate through a dark and ominous mansion while battling supernatural entities. The game features an inverted mouse control scheme, adding an extra layer of difficulty for experienced gamers. With a focus on survival and puzzle-solving, players must uncover the mystery behind their own cursed sight and escape the haunted mansion before it's too late.

"Sweetest Monster" is a kinetic visual novel following Robin Hawkins, a man at a low point in his life. He meets Bell, a mysterious girl, whose appearance sparks a series of surreal and unsettling events. At 40k words, the game features custom art, an original soundtrack, and mature content including fanservice, nudity, and psychological horror. Written by the author of several notable VNs, it also includes a charming catgirl.

Nowhere Girl is a surreal, atmospheric adventure game with puzzle elements. You play as a young girl trapped in a series of unsettling, dreamlike worlds, trying to find her way back home. The game features a unique art style and immersive soundtrack, with a focus on exploration and mystery. However, some players have criticized its short length and lack of clear direction.

"Atri: My Dear Moments" is a visual novel game set in a future where much of human civilization is underwater. The story follows Ikaruga Natsuki, a disillusioned boy who returns to his childhood home to find it half-swallowed by the sea. After discovering a strange girl sleeping in his grandmother's sunken laboratory, Ikarugu embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about her and his grandmother's research. This emotional and suspenseful game is co-produced by the creators of "The Fruit of Grisaia" and written by the author of "If My Heart Had Wings."

The gold rush has struck the west for a second time. Highway Blossoms is the story of Amber, a girl trying her best to be alone on the road until she stumbles upon a young hitchhiker and the journal of a prospector from long ago.

In "Chuusotsu! 1st Graduation: Time After Time," follow the story of Arue, Koiro and Marius, three girls with no memories living in a world that values success and productivity. They must navigate societal expectations, discrimination, and their own personal struggles to find their place in the world. Gameplay includes visual novel style storytelling and decision-making that affects the outcome of the story. The game explores themes of self-worth, ambition, and society's definition of success.

"The Fairy's Song" is a visual novel especialized in romantic otome stories. You play as a teenager who moves to a new town and discovers a magical world of fairies. The game features beautiful illustrations, multiple endings, and several love interests. Your choices and interactions with the fairies will determine the outcome of the story.

"Vampires' Melody" is a rhythm game where players help a vampire named Adrian restore his lost powers by gathering musical notes. With a selection of pop, rock, and electronic music, players must hit notes accurately in time with the rhythm to progress through various levels and stages. The game features a unique story mode, as well as free play and multiplayer options.

Juniper's Knot is a short (~30 mins) kinetic novel about the meeting of a demon and a boy. A kinetic novel is a game that uses text, sound, and illustrations to tell a story.

"Love Ribbon" is a romantic visual novel where you play as a high school student trying to prevent the marriage of your childhood friend. The game features multiple endings based on the choices you make throughout the story. It has a unique art style and anime-inspired characters, with mature themes and adult content.