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Every year, you go up the hill to watch the first sunrise. Every year is the same, so why would this year be any different? Made for the Bitsy Game Jam #87, "Ritual 2". This is my very first completed game. I'm very proud of myself for completing it, and I hope you will enjoy it. If you like the game, please leave a comment and/or rate the game! This will not only make my entire day, but also … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to First Sunrise.

Afterthoughts Afterthoughts is a frequently-updated collection of games. Each game was originally developed in 48 hours or less for the Ludum Dare, but has been updated since then to include any afterthoughts I had about them. You can find the original games on my itch profile. Since Afterthoughts is a game about updates, there is an advanced in-game update note system that catalogs all of the aft… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Afterthoughts.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

96% User Score Based on 78 reviews

A short horror game about a devout oceanographer trying to find Eden, the source of all things. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Water Womb World.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

In HOOD rpg, join Leonard and Lyzol on their chaotic journey as they escape from jail and dive headfirst into the gritty underbelly of the big city. Navigate through the bustling streets and shadowy alleys, where they’ll meet an eclectic cast of characters—each with their own quirks, motivations, and skills. Laughs around every corner! FeaturesWORKS WITH STEAMDECK Turn-Based Combat RPG Engage i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HOOD RPG.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Choices have consequences! 2 playable characters 6 days Diffent endings 9 endings for Elias' route 3 path dividers affecting the nuances of Felix' ending SHAME & CHOICES = POSSIBLE APOCALYPSE  Prevent this possible “apocalypse” from happening by interacting with the mysterious world and its morally grey characters to figure out what’s causing the world to reach a dead end, and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shame of a Daydreamer.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

100% User Score Based on 19 reviews

April has something to say: WISHLIST THE GAME!"It's an order..." About the GameDaniel is exhausted. Work has drained him. And things only get worse when a mysterious desk appears in his office, out of nowhere... without explanation... and condemns him. ____________________________________THURSDAYS ARE CURSED DAYS THIS IS ONLY FOR YOU, DANIEL Find the password, or lose your life in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NO MORE WORK FOR ITO.

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.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

100% User Score Based on 31 reviews

Winging It, produced during Wholesome Games Jam 2020, invites you to experience the Spring as a bluebird. Choose the material for your nest, feast on nature’s bounty in the form of seeds, berries, and worms, and participate in quintessential bird activities. Most of all, take care of your eggs to make sure they hatch safe and sound. And, remember: don’t give up! Love the chiptunes in this game? Y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Winging It.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics

87% User Score Based on 84 reviews

more of a cross-stitch, really If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to a holiday yarn.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

71% User Score Based on 68 reviews

Emerald seas! Blue skies! Sandy beaches! An island adventure in the ocean sounds like a trip to paradise. However, the place is a nightmare with no one to provide any blood for Raylan to feed on after he turned into a vampire by accident, especially since he has another hungry vampire at his side. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vampires' Melody 2.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

100% User Score Based on 36 reviews

Embark on a thrilling pixel art adventure with Detective Guy & Cleo as they solve a mysterious murder. Explore an eerie seaside village, search for clues, interview suspects, and unravel the truth in this whodunit mystery. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder Is Game Over: Streaming Death.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

92% User Score Based on 24 reviews

A branching visual novel set in a world where monster girls walk among us. Take the role of Will Getz, a young man with a score to settle after 15 long years of being away from home. Unravel the mysteries and intrigue that have been awaiting your return, after all this time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Garden of Roses: Summerset.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

100% User Score Based on 4 reviews

If you'd like to join the official Discord server, you can report any bugs/issues there as well as just chat with people as the community begins to grow! https://discord.gg/3XtEKJRRzD CONTENT WARNINGS: Body horror, violence, scary imagery, blood, strong language The Dream of Shadowlands Episode 2: The Corpse of the Labyrinth After narrowly escaping their previous surroundings, Rina and Jyl find… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dream of Shadowlands Episode 2.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics

92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

A surreal dream exploration game, both beautiful and terrifying. Shita ni is a surreal dream exploration RPG Maker game. Through the exploration of both beautiful and haunting dreamscapes, you will uncover the different facets of a young girl's mind. This game will not hold your hand. Instead, you will be free to investigate the mysteries of your surroundings at your own pace in whatever way you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to shita ni.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

100% User Score Based on 34 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

Sequel to the breakout Newgrounds title and Winner of the Pocket Gamer Bronze award, the adventure continues in The Tale of Doris and the Dragon - Episode 2. In this episode, Doris continues on her quest to find her missing husband Albert. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Tale of Doris and the Dragon - Episode 2.

On a sultry night in late August, I ran into a man carrying a peony lantern at the Mid-Lake Pavilion. In the hazy and dim light, the man told the odd and bizarre stories. Under the overcast rainy sky, the moon setting horizontally, you will be brought into a perplexing, weird, and supernatural world If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Peculiar Tales of Mid-Lake Pavilion.

As stated in the overview, the playtime for this work is around 30 to 60 minutes—not including the time needed to unlock all endings. Our protagonist is a girl named Utsu-chan, and you will act as her friend and guide. What you do together is more than just casual chat—it carries a deeper significance. The game spans five days. Each day, you will hear rumors about different girls. "Truth&qu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ceramic · Stainless Steel · Neurotransmitter.

==================== English ==================== --- 【Overview / Short Description】 --- Huiyu AI Trip is an interactive travel visual experience. A controllable visual journey — hold W/D to move forward, hold S/A to rewind through time, release to pause. Every frame is rendered in real-time via Canvas frame sequences, with seamless forward and reverse playback. More content and interactions w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Huiyu AI Trip.

The Colors of Love - Re-Colored is a remaster, remake, and re-imagining of my original visual novel, The Colors of Love. This version expands the story with new content, new scenes, updated presentation, and different events from the original release. If you played the first version, you may recognize the heart of the story, but not everything will unfold the way you remember. At its core, this … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Colors of Love - Re-Colored.

Self-IntroductionI’m Pancake, a 2020 grad from a coastal uni. My college dream? Making a game that that mattered. By graduation, all I had was nothing but a rough demo. Years later, [So Long, My Youth] is here: a photo-based visual novel weaving together memories of college life. Each screenshot is a real photograph, each dialogue line inspired by my lovely friends. Maybe I wasn’t born to make ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 她毕业了 So Long, My Youth.

A Golden Age Whodunnit Wrapped in Noir and Neon Step into the silk shoes of sharp-witted beat reporter Birdie Malone as she goes deep undercover as glamorous Hollywood icon Clara Bow. The stage is set at Stonecliff Manor, the palatial, cliffside Californian retreat of eccentric billionaire Xavier Montague Stone and his dazzling starlet wife, Vera. Under the cover of a lavish high-society masquera… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dragon Blossom.

You know that feeling, talking with a friend while you're in a bad mood, or two weeks without seeing anyone and somehow that feels even worse. INTERACTIVE MANUAL OF COMPULSIVE DISTRESS puts that tension at the centre of every decision you make. WHAT IS IT INTERACTIVE MANUAL OF COMPULSIVE DISTRESS  is a social roguelite, life sim, about navigating the space between connection and isolation. Eve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Interactive Manual Of Compulsive Distress.

Summer in Xichuan is always hot and humid. Liu Lan and Chen Sijia are two high school students who often run into each other at illegal internet cafés late at night. Both of them dream of becoming champions, of winning tournaments and changing their lives, yet neither can overcome the limitations trapping them where they are. But this time, the fireworks changed something small — and incredibl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Night of her vanishing in fireworks.

In the high, cold mountains of Lands en Éternité, known as the Uplands, stands an ancient golden temple where a pristine goat-woman and an ancient dragon live side by side, day after day. The story follows Fonsermónique, a young goat who tries to soothe the weariness of her life partner, Xi Sein, a dragon marked by time, using recipes inherited from her late mother's cookbook. Fonsermóni… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fonsermónique’s Culinary Diary.

Uncover the truth behind a broken ritual in Make Moku Proud... a psychological visual novel where guilt and obedience, and what it means to make Moku proud, shape the fate of a witness watching his companions disappear. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Make Moku Proud.

51%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

83% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Meatlock is a short point & click horror experience focused on tension, observation, and environmental storytelling. Explore, interact with your surroundings, and progress from room to room. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Meatlock.

This is a Binksi game made using the 'Tiny binksi Visual Novel template' by PRINCESS INTERNET CAFé, submitted for the 99th Bitsy Jam 'TEXT ONLY' 'rupture into me' is my second game created with Binksi; this time, I followed the jam's theme by making visuals strictly minimalist, exclusively using text to describe what is supposed to be represented in them, or just using blank images without the us… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to rupture into me.

A short action-narrative game that sways on the edge of a dream. Created for That Game Jam Through the physics of a swing, you move through a memory-space that gradually blurs and distorts—protecting a friendship. From small everyday troubles to an enormous inner demon, you keep “pushing” back against every force that tries to separate you two. This is an experience about touch, and about h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Swing.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics

100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

Learn about the ancestors of the very computer that you're looking at this now with in this interactive visual novel. ENIAC, UNIVAC... Wait, are these machines talking to you? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mainframe Men.

Encryptid is a short FMV horror game about hunting and catching cryptids. Use real-world footage recorded exclusively via the Gameboy Camera to identify, locate and capture iconic creatures of myth and folklore. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Encryptid.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

88% User Score Based on 32 reviews

This is simply a visual novel game about reminiscing the past. You and the girl named “Dirtie” stay together in this forgotten world. There are no goals to reach, nothing you must accomplish. You simply keep each other company, chatting idly about the old days — and that’s all there is. Gameplay Click on the screen to advance the story. Choose the options you want. Think about what Dir… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Denpa Nightmares.

On a cold summer day, the Old Man turns to you for help. He asks you to buy a trinket, but only wants one ruble for it. You wonder, "How can one ruble help someone?" However, you soon learn that the item you received is not useless; the help provided is not at all about money.  Characters Despite the fact that the events take place in Verkhnedarsk rather than on Olympus, a goddess ende… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Remedy for Personality.

Андрей - четырнадцатилетний мальчик, переехавший с родителями из бурятской деревни в Москву. Прошло три года, но город так и не стал для него домом. Прошлое тянет его обратно - к Байкалу, к детству и манящим огням на воде. В поисках друзей, себя и правды Андрей всё глубже погружается в шоу теней. Незаметно для себя он становится частью сценария — где роли распределены задолго до выхода на сцену… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Обо: Шоу Теней.

Three Small Adventures! Hellooo, everyone! The name's Newy. I'm a magical wish-granting game console. I just looove short stories that linger in your heart! Short Short Fictions is an omnibus of three retro short adventure games. The three titles included are the complete ports of DON'T SAY YES and TO:NORTH, short games that gained wide attention on social media, and IMMEMORIAL, a secret … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Short Short Fictions.

Heartsworn Abyss is a hand-drawn visual novel with beautiful illustrations and voice acting by professional Japanese illustrators and voice actors! Nothing in Heartsworn Abyss is sourced from AI, and we intend to keep it that way moving forward! Rei Tsukiyora is a jaded man who runs a pawnshop in Miyogawa’s seedy underworld. One evening, he comes across a despondent Akari Hashimoto fleeing fr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heartsworn Abyss.

About UsX：@mugui_cinnamon Publisher's Homepage: Click on the publisher “Eternal Dream” to visit our homepage. Follow us to get more updates on the game! About the Game It feels like just another ordinary day: the familiar room, the habitual conversations, and the gentle presence of your sister by your side. Yet you find yourself unable to move forward—the unspoken shadow never lifts from yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nobody Hears.

Talescape is a place to play interactive stories made by real people. Choose, explore, and shape scenes that react to you. From warm and hopeful to unsettling and strange, the tone comes first. Discover story worlds built around mood, not algorithms Make meaningful choices that change what you see and learn Find new creators and follow the voices you trust Create and publish your own inter… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Talescape.

⏱️ Runtime: �� 10-15 minutes �� my longest project yet. ⚠️ Content Warning: Illustrated blood, violence, and heavy themes. DISCLAIMER: This project explores morally gray territory through dark fiction. It is not a political or religious statement, nor is it intended to promote any ideology. It's storytelling. eerie, intense, and deliberately uncomfortable (and a bit edgy) in some parts. If you’re … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project CIVIL.

It seems that your best friend, Trey, has invited you to be a part of the local neighborhood's greatest annual competition: the much-anticipated Trick-or-Treat contest with the Rat Gang! It seems that they've brought you here because you know the most about the residents in the neighborhood. Take note of each resident's quality traits and deduce which friend will best match the personality to get … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Greatest Trick-or-Treat of All Time!.

It seems that your best friend, Trey, has invited you to be a part of the local neighborhood's greatest annual competition: the much-anticipated Trick-or-Treat contest with the Rat Gang! It seems that they've brought you here because you know the most about the residents in the neighborhood. Take note of each resident's quality traits and deduce which friend will best match the personality to get … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Greatest Trick-or-Treat of All Time!.

You’re the night operator at a secluded outpost, intercepting radio signals. Sometimes it’s crackly old broadcasts. Sometimes it’s something you can’t explain. Can you figure out what's really going on before it's too late? This game is a short, atmospheric interactive fiction. Features 5–20 minute story variations Multiple endings with each one unlocking a new item in your office Your cho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Frequency.

(you love your wife very much) A short gothic horror game made in the bitsy engine. Made in a week for SCREAM JAM 2025 Content Warning: this game is gothic horror, and as such contains a lot of themes from that genre. Major warnings are: Body horrorImplied abuseThere are no explicit jumpscares in this game. For a more thorough (and spoiler-filled) list of warnings, please view the blog post h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exquisite Cadavre.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

96% User Score Based on 26 reviews

Short and easy dress up game. Be a good dog for the poor lady designer and finish her job! Woof! Duration: 30min 1 ending and 14 CGs. Have fun :) 简短且轻松的换装游戏。 为我们可怜的设计师女士完成工作，成为优秀的小狗吧！汪！！ 游戏时长：30分钟 拥有一个结局与14张cg。 祝您玩得开心 ；） If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SneakyDoggie.

StoryYou play as Ryu, an engineering student who, alongside his eccentric best friend Seishun, dreams of building a time machine after a groundbreaking discovery by a research institute named STERN. What begins as a wild idea quickly grows into a deeply personal mission — one that will test friendship, love, loss, and the limits of human determination. As you navigate lively debates, playful bant… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Parallel Convergence.

Part travel journal, part visual novel with a hint of psychological horror, Melbourne: Route 96 is an experimental game about catching a tram in the wrong direction. "If you’re honest with your camera, then a polaroid will never lie. .." Loosely inspired by true events, the game includes snippets of real conversations overheard whilst exploring Melbourne, Australia. FEATURES Short d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Melbourne: Route 96.

Wuhan Liyu Game Studio's debut work! A short pure-love GALGAME Chinese long-distance relationship story "Paper Kite"! This trial version currently only fully supports Simplified Chinese (optimizations for other languages will be added later). [Your language now supports game text translation; UI translation is in progress (click "Start Game" to run dialogue content). If you enc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paper Kite: Threads of Longing.

先輩と後輩のドタバタコメディ！『PLEASE KNOCK: The Sloppy Researcher's Life』は、 先輩と後輩のちょっと変わった研究生活を観察しながら、時には手助けする 日常観察型ライフシミュレーションゲームです。 プレイヤーは"センパイ"として研究を捗らせつつ、時には後輩の助けを借りながら、 プレイ次第で物語が変化する数日間を過ごします！ ◆ ゲーム内容 ターン制ライフシミュレーション 朝・昼・夜の3つの時間帯で行動し、研究や生活を管理！ 自由探索要素（予定） 寄宿舎や大学キャンパス内を探索し、アイテムを集めたりキャラクターと会話可能！ ストーリーが分岐！ 選択によってエンディングが変化するマルチエンディングシステム！ 実績バッジ搭載（予定） ◆ 過去作品とのつながり本作は、前々作『PLEASE KNOCK -… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PLEASE KNOCK: The Sloppy Researcher's Life.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

"Welcome to Paradise, where every drink tastes like Heaven." A Week in Paradise is an introspective game that explores ideas between the lines of optimism, realism, and cynicism. You play through the eyes of an alcoholic, Damien. Stumbling into a bar called Paradise, you meet Charlene, a jazz singer who's falling into a rut of her own.  The mysterious circumstances that connect your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Week in Paradise.

Self-Delusion – A Modern PlagueAre you happy in life? Do you sometimes feel dehydrated? Is the glass half-full or half-empty? Are you prone to self-delusion?   Hmm… I see. You are declared the target audience for Hydrodynamics of Hope & Optimism - in short, H2O!   On the topic of waterDo not fret, self-delusion is not an incurable condition! One of the best solutions to prevent self-de… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hydrodynamics of Hope & Optimism.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

93% User Score Based on 15 reviews

It drags down on you...It's been so long since you've last been with her, seen her... Something inside of you eats at you. The world around you is bleak and dark, but the thought of meeting her once again keeps you going.  Follow the short linear story as you fight with your own mind, your fears and worries taken form, as you search for the part of yourself you've lost. This short adventure se… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to emerald.