Games like Ascendance

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

67% User Score Based on 200 reviews

The Kingdom of Novus has been thrown into disarray, and It's up to you to decide if you’ll help to bring peace, or if you’ll stoke the fires of chaos. Enter a high fantasy world steeped in political intrigue; where magic touches the land and blood turns the wheels unseen. Dishonor & betrayal. Hope & despair. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Errant Kingdom.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

100% User Score Based on 38 reviews

Aureve is an android, content with a life of weaving silk tapestries alongside her master—but when he dies, his family sells her off due to her being a rogue: a self-aware android. Thrown into a new home of refuge for rogues, the newly freed Aureve must find her place amongst them and answer the question once and for all: how does one weave a new identity when the strings to the old have been cut… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Belle Automata: Chronicle I.

☆彡 ❝keep your heart with me, ❞ Last updated: March 7, 2025 Currently contains Prologue and Chapter 1Word Count: ~13K words without code; ~20K with code Rains in Heaven is a text-based fantasy romance interactive fiction and is free to play on desktop and mobile devices through itch.io. Inspired by kpop boy group NCT Dream’s song of the same name, you embark on a journey with five other characte… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rains In Heaven.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

93% User Score Based on 84 reviews

Demonheart: The Cursed Trial is an otome visual novel set in a dark fantasy world of demons and magic. Step into the boots of one with a demonic heart and join the twisted game of romance and betrayal. Female protagonist Hundreds of conversation choices - you pick nearly every line the main character says Two human male love interests (Ran and Kaisar), some flirting with a female hu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demonheart: The Cursed Trial.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization

90% User Score Based on 296 reviews

Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

Aurora: A Child's Journey is a short and emotional game about the impacts of a huge environmental disaster through the eyes and feelings of a child. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aurora: A Child's Journey.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

99% User Score Based on 73 reviews

A global crisis that only continues to escalate. A dangerous run-in with a shadowy stranger. And a mysterious word that won't stop gnawing at you. How does everything tie together? And what role could you possibly play in all of this? Enter a world of magic—of Fae and Dragon. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alaris.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

67% User Score Based on 83 reviews

Critic Score 68%Based on 3 reviews

A journey of love, danger & hope. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bury Me, My Love.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

77% User Score Based on 122 reviews

Plunge into court politics and change the course of history, or pursue a love affair that rocks the kingdom to its foundations! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Affairs of the Court: Choice of Romance.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

98% User Score Based on 243 reviews

Critic Score 82%Based on 2 reviews

A point n' click sequel to Perfect Tides about the momentum and whiplash of young adulthood. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Perfect Tides: Station to Station.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, gameplay

81% User Score Based on 100 reviews

These dark, deep woods are home to wild creatures and wild magic, and they're only dangerous if you disrespect either one. They're also your home. Here, you're safe, loved, and free, and tonight is a very special night; a good one for a ritual. Until a stranger interrupts your plans, and turns your night, and your life in an entirely new direction. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Three-Body Problem.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

90% User Score Based on 145 reviews

Whimel Academy is a slow-paced time manager set at a fantastical school for witches, wizards, and budding mages. You’ll explore the campus, attend classes in subjects like herbology and potion-making, meet new friends, and maybe find a romantic connection. Extracurriculars remain an integral part of life at Whimel Academy. Explore part-time jobs around campus to earn money and stat poi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Whimel Academy.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay

84% User Score Based on 102 reviews

The Radiants is a magical adventure visual novel with light stat raising & multiple endings. Choose what kind of Oracle you will become and maybe find romance along the way. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Radiants.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding

95% User Score Based on 676 reviews

Sacred Fire is a narrative RPG in which your humanity and emotions impact your fight for survival and inner freedom. Inspired by ancient Caledonia, the story follows a group of resistance fighters and their rise to power. Choosing motives, ideas and feelings is as important as choosing your actions. Develop your personality and compete for influence to change the story and avert a tragic ending. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sacred Fire.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

85% User Score Based on 129 reviews

Far from Noise is a narrative set on the edge of a cliff, where two characters discuss what it means to balance between life and death. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Far from Noise.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

92% User Score Based on 143 reviews

Will you infiltrate the gods, or turn double agent and join their Elite Courte? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VERSUS: The Elite Trials.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere

96% User Score Based on 142 reviews

Stagger through the First Lassallian War and find love amongst doomed youth. Because We're Here is an otome visual novel in an unforgiving WW1-inspired setting. Nothing to worry about - it'll all be over by Christmas. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Because We're Here - Act I.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

70% User Score Based on 46 reviews

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. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AIdol.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

88% User Score Based on 59 reviews

Unleash your potential and explore a world of magic, martial arts, and seductive encounters in the immersive adult visual novel, Forbidden Dojo. Make choices, harness your powers, and forge intimate relationships as you face a dark evil. Your decisions shape the fate of this captivating realm. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forbidden Dojo.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

90% User Score Based on 29 reviews

On the night of the comet, you unexpectedly enter a dating game, where three characters—Mona, Feifei, and Jiayi—are real. Mistaken for a criminal by policewoman Andy, you must find true love before the server shuts down, while a conspiracy quietly unfolds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dating 4 Girls.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

86% User Score Based on 531 reviews

The first-ever FMV game about emotional fraud, brought to life by Chinese director Hu Yaohui and a team of film industry veterans. In this entirely fictional story, step into the role of a hunter of hearts and infiltrate a shadowy organization deep in emotional deceit. In this immersive, third-person cinematic experience, every choice matters as you navigate a treacherous web of lies, seduction, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Revenge on gold diggers.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, optimization

90% User Score Based on 80 reviews

Add "Custom Girlfriend" to your wishlist and be the first to have Xiao Xi. {STEAM_APP_IMAGE}/extras/心愿单1.gifGame Introduction: "Custom Girlfriend" is an emotionally-driven, fully dynamic live-action interactive video work. In "Custom Girlfriend," romance is like an adventure, where the robotic beauty "Xiao Xi" and the idol of a girl group "Feifei"… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 定制女友.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 30 reviews

A political intrigue visual novel with romanceable elements. Player decisions weigh heavy as consequences can easily lead to hurt and trouble. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Women of Xal.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

65% User Score Based on 200 reviews

Unrest (Special Edition) includes: - Unrest - Unrest Soundtrack, in MP3, FLAC and OGG formats. - A novella set in Bhimra. - Digital posters, including a concept map of Bhimra. - Behind the scenes developer footage. - Concept art and design documents. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unrest.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

97% User Score Based on 388 reviews

Step into the shoes of Lyric, the humble innkeeper in a quiet mountain village, as she reflects upon a lifetime of poignant memories, heartwarming friendships, and bittersweet choices — proving along the way that you don't have to slay dragons to be the hero of your own story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Story Beside.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding

96% User Score Based on 624 reviews

The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante is a narrative-driven text-based RPG set in a ruthless medieval realm that comes to life on the pages of the protagonist's journal. Though every man's life is predetermined by the Lot they received at birth, it is you who decides whether your character will challenge fate and alter his destiny, rewriting the established laws of the universe. The free version o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante — Chapter 1&2.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay

79% User Score Based on 68 reviews

Explore a memorable 1920s fantasy world where you interact, befriend and romance hundreds of characters with unique quests, as an already rich and famous heroine. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pendula Swing: The Complete Journey.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, gameplay

91% User Score Based on 190 reviews

When your eldritch existence is threatened by another unthinkable creature, you find yourself jumping dimensions to escape your ghastly fate. Safe for now, your moment of respite is short-lived as you realize you're stuck on Earth, trapped inside a dumb human larva, and with no clue of how much energy you'll need to leave this horrible place behind. Twenty-six years later you're still stranded on… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Passenger.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

78% User Score Based on 176 reviews

B.E.S.T Deluxe Edition includes: B.E.S.T B.E.S.T Walkthrough Mod If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to B.E.S.T.

Release version will contain: Expanded world lore with rich details. Enhanced animations and additional CG scenes. A total of 36 unique endings. A CG gallery to revisit unlocked scenes. Steam achievements will be introduced in the full release. Price will increase after release. No price changes are planned during Early Access. CURRENT PROGRESS: 7/12 GAME DAYS COMPLETEDThank you for jo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Charming Blood.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, atmosphere

96% User Score Based on 26 reviews

Critic Score 57%Based on 2 reviews

What do mirror reflections do once they have no one to repeat after anymore? This game offers you a few ideas to explore. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Still Joking.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

100% User Score Based on 26 reviews

Cyberpunk Ragnarök in visual novel form! Gods of the Twilight is a multi-season episodic visual novel that puts you in the shoes of two reincarnated gods facing a pending apocalypse. Decide how to handle the supernatural and human organizations that each have their own plans for you, while ancient truths about you and your companions start to resurface. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gods of the Twilight.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

93% User Score Based on 960 reviews

Heaven Will Be Mine is a queer science fiction mecha visual novel from the creators of queer cult horror visual novel We Know The Devil, about joyriding mecha, kissing your enemies, and fighting gravity’s pull. Follow three women piloting giant robots in the last days of an alternate 1980s space program fighting for humanity’s future—or ditching their jobs to make out with each other instead. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heaven Will Be Mine.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

86% User Score Based on 88 reviews

Be the captain of a futuristic ship and lead your crew to victory. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Life of a Space Force Captain.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

93% User Score Based on 92 reviews

Later Daters hilarious and sentimental dating sim featuring a cast of sexy seniors for you to befriend and date as the newest resident of the Ye OLDE retirement community. It's a bit overwhelming with all the changes, but who knows - maybe these will turn out to be the best years of your life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Later Daters.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, gameplay

93% User Score Based on 294 reviews

Brilliant Shadows is a visual novel that follows the story of Veronica Ashmar, a new graduate of the Mountain and a necromancer. Tradition dictates that upon graduation, necromancers and paladins are to perform the pairing ritual. Binding together one of each type of mage, entwining their lives and powers with another and sealing their fates together with a matching mark upon their primary hands. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brilliant Shadows: Part One of the Book of Gray Magic.

45%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

45% User Score Based on 71 reviews

Spirited Heart is a fantasy life simulation game. Create your fantasy alter ego choosing between an apparently normal human, a cute elf and a wicked demoness: they behave differently in the various dialogue choices you'll encounter during the game. Once the game start you'll be able to run your life in a virtual fantasy world: choose a job from the 20 different ones available, but carefully check… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spirited Heart Deluxe.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization

71% User Score Based on 72 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

You’re shipwrecked on a mysterious island of talking animals! You’ll need to make friends with the local critters if you hope to return home. This adventure includes memorable conversations, exploration, multiple endings, and dark secrets... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Do Animals Dream?.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, replayability

95% User Score Based on 247 reviews

Can you collect all the fragments to reach your happy ending? Or will your attempts only end in tragedy? Find out in this psychological otome game! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heart Fragment.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, graphics

92% User Score Based on 191 reviews

Will you survive America's favorite reality show for heroes? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heroes Rise: The Hero Project.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, replayability

98% User Score Based on 44 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 3 reviews

Chuusotsu is a fun, colorful story of three girls brought by their individual circumstances to live under the same roof and being forced to tackle existential questions to win their place in society. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chuusotsu! 1st Graduation: Time After Time.

42%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:humor, replayability

59% User Score Based on 22 reviews

Congratulations! We are delighted to welcome you to the Grand Academy for Future Villains, the world's finest evil preparatory school, where unimaginable power begins with a world-class education! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grand Academy for Future Villains.

58%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

82% User Score Based on 22 reviews

This game is a story-centered visual novel equal in length to a paperback novel. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Blind Of The New World.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics

99% User Score Based on 174 reviews

The Carnival has come to Wayhaven. But are you prepared for this rollercoaster? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wayhaven Chronicles: Book Two.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

84% User Score Based on 496 reviews

Critic Score 71%Based on 6 reviews

A young woman finds herself alone in the streets of Paris, far from home and abandoned by the love of her life. In that moment, she decides to live for herself and seek her own passions, as France marches towards a violent uprising that will change history forever. Navigate the twisting social politics of pre-revolutionary Paris in a game world that’s different every time you play. Court, snub and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ambition A Minuet in Power.

What is "Maybe a Witch Hunter"? "Maybe a Witch Hunter" is a game made in Python by me, GlassFrog, for the 2023 Itch.io My First Game Jam: Winter 2023, which encouraged emerging game makers to create something new and simple in two weeks. Its theme was revealed to be growth. therefore I thought to make a "Princess Maker"-inspired raising simulator as my first game. Considering I'm very bad at draw… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maybe a Witch Hunter.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

98% User Score Based on 63 reviews

Eruption Imminent is an Adult Visual Novel that lets you steer the tumultuous journey of a young futanari as she begins finding her place in life. Discover sapphic romance, sexual adventures, intriguing new friends and foes, long-kept secrets, and budding mysteries in this thrilling erotic story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eruption Imminent - Season 1.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

87% User Score Based on 39 reviews

【Beware of telecom fraud and protect your financial security】You arrive at a border region of a certain country, filled with anticipation to meet your long-time online lover in person. Unexpectedly, you fall victim to a romance scam and are kidnapped to “Eden,” a sinister compound, where you begin a so-called “high-paying” job. You will immerse yourself in the complex interplay of cruelty and temp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood Money: Lethal Eden.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, music

89% User Score Based on 125 reviews

College Craze is a female gaze adult dating and life simulation game. Find endless sexy possibilities for your own college experience at Sugardale U with your custom female MC, the branching story structure, and +25 love interests. No fade-to-black scenes here, so enroll today! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to College Craze.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

87% User Score Based on 95 reviews

Think you can handle a little romance with creatures from Spanish folklore? Careful: your love life isn’t the only thing at stake at Mythic Love: Iberian Legends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mythic Love: Iberian Legends.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization

93% User Score Based on 309 reviews

HARDCODED - A non-linear delve through the lives and beds of the people of a cyberpunk city. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HARDCODED.