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a horror/romance story 15 years in the making...introducing Universal Constants, a joint project between Vasco "Comorant" Rivera and Mortis Velasquez featuring a story that's had over a decade to cook. this is the fancy mirror of the project hosted on our Forums, and you can keep up with updates as they come out (near-weekly!) there.  if you haven't read Episode 1, you can find it here! … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UNIVERSAL CONSTANTS- Episode 3.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

84% User Score Based on 274 reviews

The protagonist Til was a decorated warrior in battle, but ended up being dispatched to work in the "immigration bureau" after the war. Though feeling very disgruntled, Til made his way to his new work "station." If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Imperial Gatekeeper.

a horror/romance story 15 years in the making...introducing Universal Constants, a joint project between Vasco "Comorant" Rivera and Mortis Velasquez featuring a story that's had over a decade to cook. this is the fancy mirror of the project hosted on our Forums, and you can keep up with updates as they come out (near-weekly when an episode is running!) there.  if you haven't read Episode… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UNIVERSAL CONSTANTS- Episode 4.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

70% User Score Based on 66 reviews

"Let us celebrate, the birth of this nightmare." A story about an urban legend surrounding a certain "Box", this is a Japanese-style, supernatural visual novel about madness, love and hate. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nie no Hakoniwa.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability

88% User Score Based on 7,022 reviews

House Party Explicit Content Universal Installer: This mod will add the Explicit Content pack to any version of House Party, regardless of where it was purchased from.  You can use this mod if you happened to get a version of House Party on a platform that doesn't offer the DLC, or if the platform suddenly changed their rules surrounding this type of content. This is an external mod meant to be us… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to House Party Explicit Content Universal Installer.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

66% User Score Based on 119 reviews

A visual novel game following a young man who wakes up in the body of another student... Learning his friends may not be living the perfect lives he thought they were. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Highschool Possession.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

82% User Score Based on 209 reviews

President Yukino is a Slice of Life RPG brought to you in Native English and Chinese by Kagura Games and Acerola. Follow Yukino on her quest to go to the same graduate school as her boyfriend. Find out what mischief and shenanigans awaits her as she tries to power through part time jobs and exams! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to President Yukino.

a horror/romance story 15 years in the making...introducing Universal Constants, a joint project between Vasco "Comorant" Rivera and Mortis Velasquez featuring a story that's had over a decade to cook. this is the fancy mirror of the project hosted on our Forums, and you can keep up with updates as they come out (near-weekly!) there.Charon Judgment is an up and coming knight in the world of Morbit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UNIVERSAL CONSTANTS- Episode 1.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

85% User Score Based on 54 reviews

The build on itch is a DEMO- the full game is available on Steam. A whimsical RPG adventure where a loving couple must vanquish the four Elemental Demon Lords! There's just one problem- the girlfriend is lusted after by the denizens of this realm, and the boyfriend has a huge cuckold fetish! Open-Ended Sandbox World Defeat the four Elemental Demon Lords in whichever order you choose, intera… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Naughty Tales of Rabbits.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

88% User Score Based on 324 reviews

Over 150 unique monsters! A massive RPG with an abundance of rich content. Train your monster with the goal of becoming the champion! Only the main character's partner possesses the cheat move called "Cheat Tackle". It ensures a guaranteed first strike and a one-hit kill. In the easy mode, you can even use it endlessly! In this world, there exists mystical creatures known … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yarimono.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

95% User Score Based on 2,570 reviews

Dramatical Murder is set in the near future on the fictional island of Midorijima (碧島), Japan. At some point in the game's recent history, the island was privatized by the powerful Toue Konzern (東江コンツェルン, Tōe Kontserun) and turned into a resort called Platinum Jail (プラチナ・ジェイル, Purachina Jeiru), with the island's original residents being forced to live in the Old Residential District (旧住民区, Kyū-Jūm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DRAMAtical Murder.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

94% User Score Based on 88 reviews

Upcoming Game About the Game "Is there a true path to happiness?" Abruptly finding herself at the bottom of a snake pit, an impoverished girl named Linh is bound and helpless for a crime she did not commit. Left to the mercy of the village snake god, a mysterious entity appears before her, offering to save her in exchange for her soul. Finding herself in a new reality, she is to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mizuchi 白蛇心傳.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music

75% User Score Based on 522 reviews

It’s a story about a dark elf and a teenager who survived from death field after experiencing countless death. The background is that after the war and in the peaceful world, Frelia the former mercenary saved the young Ruse who was attacked, and took him in. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Elf.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, gameplay

86% User Score Based on 71 reviews

My Burning Heart is an erotic Yaoi BL Visual Novel set in a 1001 Nights world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Burning Heart.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

94% User Score Based on 543 reviews

Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

You wake up in a carriage with an annoying stranger... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trapped with Jester.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, character development

93% User Score Based on 2,917 reviews

Creating your own adorable anime character is a cinch! Use a robust suite of intuitive and precise tools to customize a character from the ground up, give her one of 30 different personality archetypes, and then get busy with a host of romantic options. Bring your dream waifu to laifu! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Koikatsu Party.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

97% User Score Based on 166 reviews

Join a ragtag band of misfits as they piece together how Ader, a one-eyed farmboy with seemingly impossible dreams, becomes the most celebrated knight the kingdom of Acazhor has ever known. This gorgeous, animated visual novel unravels in unexpected ways with a perfect blend of mystery, comedy and romance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Hayseed Knight.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

90% User Score Based on 109 reviews

This is a visual novel containing furry characters and homosexual themes. You take on the role of a furry who has moved to a seaside village and become involved in the lives of its residents. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lagoon Lounge: The Poisonous Fountain.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, atmosphere

88% User Score Based on 303 reviews

Cabbage and the Chompettes want to play hide and seek! Can you find all five in this horror Visual Novel? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cooking Companions: Appetizer Edition.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

83% User Score Based on 409 reviews

Critic Score 87%Based on 3 reviews

Along the Edge is a visual novel set in the European countryside, where your choices impact the main character's personality and appearance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Along the Edge.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere

92% User Score Based on 1,803 reviews

This is a story about a college student who is suddenly able to see three feline spirits. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nekojishi.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 852 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 2 reviews

Experience the stories of Haru, Erika, and Manami, a trio of friends navigating their feelings of love, connection, and just wanting to belong. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A YEAR OF SPRINGS.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

88% User Score Based on 292 reviews

Tomboys Need Love Too is a visual novel about two childhood friends who are starting to see one another as members of the opposite sex. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tomboys Need Love Too!.

a BDSM-themed romance twine featuring two marketable plushies- Understuffed is a small sidestory set in the "plaything" setting by Mortis Velasquez (specifically Ringor and Xavier Mortis). in this world, living toys make up its inhabitants, struggling to find their place amongst a strange, unseen "narrative" seeming to dictate their lives. you do not have to read the main story (found here, accou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UNDERSTUFFED.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

67% User Score Based on 84 reviews

Check out the game from our friends! About the GameGamer Girls: Futanari is a classic visual novel and casual puzzle game with and beautiful sexy scenes. You need to match blocks to pass level. Your goal is to make them feel pleasure. Go ahead! And enjoy! Features Unique setting and awesome atmosphere Challenging mechanics epic storyline with hot encounters All characters in this game a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gamer Girls: Futanari.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

87% User Score Based on 15 reviews

DLsite 2023 Newcomer Award NominatedExhilarating Combat System There was a girl named Laura who lived in a remote village called Hatayaki. She was close friends with a girl named Lunaroa who lived next door, and they promised to marry in Yuriscene, a country where women can marry each other. Reuniting after five years, the two girls were swept up in an incident and set off on a journey to Yur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Laura of Reigetsu.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

95% User Score Based on 19 reviews

After an earthquake, monsters from folklore roam a quiet island just off the coast of modern Japan. But the legendary exorcist maiden Miko has returned from the past to battle them! Take control of Miko and restore peace to the island! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TAIMA MIKO.

41%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

67% User Score Based on 12 reviews

While on vacation with your friends, you are suddenly washed away to a mysterious island in another world. Now you must befriend the locals, gather resources, and build Paradisiem Island into a bustling tourist destination so that you may go home! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Welcome to Paradise Island.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics

89% User Score Based on 125 reviews

客服Q群：156688756 To aid the King, Priestess Konoha plunges into "Grimoire"! The world inside "Grimoire" is formed by another world called Grimoire Land in which Konoha becomes a magical girl, and has come to save the world! Open WorldPlay with total freedom, unrestricted by scenario progression. Numerous dungeons and towns are scattered across the vast field, appealing t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magical Girl Konoha.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, character development

100% User Score Based on 18 reviews

At Seiyou Girls' academy, there are rumors of an angel. Roommates Hina, Rin, and Fumi all have completely different personalities, but they all experienced 1 strange event: They all once saw an angel in their youth. They gradually begin to suspect that one of their roommates might be that angel. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wanting Wings.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

68% User Score Based on 68 reviews

Game features: This is a classic jigsaw puzzle. You can customize the difficulty. Officials will continue to add beautiful pictures. Suitable for relaxation and entertainment. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pleasure Puzzle.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

96% User Score Based on 484 reviews

Having moved away from her friends and family to attend community college, Allison Merlo is a fresh student struggling with the day to day challenges of life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to First Snow.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

85% User Score Based on 178 reviews

Botan, an apprentice kunoichi, is summoned by the village chief. Her master had been captured. So she is tasked with the mission to rescue her. However, Botan still lacks experience. Will she really be able to save her master? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kunoichi Botan.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

81% User Score Based on 467 reviews

Not your average visual novel, Seeds of Chaos is a sexy dark fantasy tale with RPG & Strategy elements. Become an active participant in the story, making choices which impact your experience and shape the direction of the narrative. Seeds of Chaos is a dark fantasy eroge made in Ren'py, inspired by the worldbuilding of Berserk, Dark Souls, The Witcher and other epic fantasy series', as well as th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seeds of Chaos.

34%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music

36% User Score Based on 44 reviews

Café Rouge is an otome visual novel featuring 3+ pursue-able male love interests, 12 side characters, and 7+ hours of gameplay. Follow the story of Isis Black, your typical American teenager who gets a job interview from the mysterious Café Rouge. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Café Rouge.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development

89% User Score Based on 90 reviews

Viola’s quest in the land of Asaph continues. Supported by her party of cute girls, she tries to learn who summoned her to Asaph, and why. Will she finally uncover the truth? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sakura MMO 2.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

86% User Score Based on 84 reviews

"If they call me wicked for following my heart, then so be it." You're Willow, a wicked witch, trying to make her way in the world in 1993. Who is Willow? She's a judgy vegan. An Atheist who says she wears a cross "ironically." A sad soul with a tragic past. A brush with death has awakened Willow's powers, but don't expect her attitude to improve. Along for the journey is Av… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wicked Willow.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, character development

89% User Score Based on 236 reviews

Playing as a newly born succubus, you begin a crusade against all living creatures in hopes to finally become the devil! With your ancestors guidance in mind, will you become the most fearsome succubus? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Succubus Rem.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization

91% User Score Based on 1,132 reviews

City of Broken Dreamers is a mature, adults-only cyberpunk visual novel. In the game, you will find a choice-based, visually erotic and exciting adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to City of Broken Dreamers: Book One.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability

80% User Score Based on 40 reviews

Disgraced soldier Demetri is exiled to Secren, a dangerous world devoid of women. Earthlings are smaller and weaker than the violent men of Secren. Demetri's only hope for survival is to bond with a strong mate who can love and protect him. The heterosexual Italian-American is reluctant. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maelstrom: A Yaoi Visual Novel.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

85% User Score Based on 466 reviews

Become a god and help change the fate of people, even the world! In Will: A Wonderful World, you will receive letters written by characters living in urban cities. By rearranging the order and combinations of sentences in these letters, you are going to alter the destiny of whomever that wrote them. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Will: A Wonderful World.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization

89% User Score Based on 85 reviews

The story is about Ash. An ordinary girl who takes a journey through a mysterious spirit world filled with strange creatures. Ash must find her way back home...before something else finds her. Ashina: The Red Witch is an exploration-based story-adventure game. Use items to solve puzzles as well as talking to various other characters to help dig into the story even further. Take control of Ash a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ashina: The Red Witch: Prologue.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music

88% User Score Based on 5,703 reviews

Critic Score 48%Based on 3 reviews

Game Description: House Party is an edgy comedy adventure game inspired by classic comedies of the '90s. Every decision changes your story and every character has something to reveal. There’s... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to House Party.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

78% User Score Based on 91 reviews

Sean is in his final year of school, close to the time for him to head off to college, his plans to keep his head down this year and avoid complications are ruined when his teacher demands he join two clubs if he wants her to write him a recommendation for college. With his hands tied there are only a few choices for him to start his Club Life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Club Life.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

79% User Score Based on 72 reviews

Play as Tina and Cecile as they investigate Durham and try to uncover the cause of the village's sudden surge of crime. With the reappearance of an old foe, their job won't be easy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tina: Swordswoman of the Scarlet Prison.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

88% User Score Based on 154 reviews

In a world where demons exist, Kain and Leanna live in a relatively peaceful village. The two eventually get married. However, due to the incessant demon attacks, Kain becomes careless and falls into a lot of debt. It'll be up to Leanna to help pay off Kain's debts in this Slice of Life RPG! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Leanna's Slice of Life.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

88% User Score Based on 983 reviews

"Love is both poison and cure, both knife and remedy." Set in 18th Century France, this is a gothic romance tale about loss, revenge and the different faces of love. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cupid.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

96% User Score Based on 56 reviews

Autumn. With the leaves just starting to change color, a boy arrives at Yunagi Village. The first person he meets is a girl handing out flyers -- a cute, cat-eared waitress. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Amairo Chocolate.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

93% User Score Based on 1,402 reviews

RPG MAKER lets you create an original role-playing game without any prior specialized knowledge or training. RPG MAKER XP is full of the functions you've been asking for, including game data encryption and a scripting feature that lets you change the very heart of the RPG MAKER engine. By improving the operating environment, the program can now provide support for a full-colour display and greatl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RPG Maker XP.

58%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

68% User Score Based on 37 reviews

It’s so nice to live with the person you like, to have everything necessary for a good life, to depend on yourself and have a good time. Up till recently my wonderful life of leisure in the pet store ran its natural course, when suddenly a weird bozo appeared in the house. Why did Mistress hire him? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Instinct.