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Welcome to a school where nothing is quite what it seems. Bound Between Desks is a story-driven visual novel set in an ordinary school that's hiding something. Beneath the surface of regular classes and casual conversations, there's a darker mystery waiting to be uncovered. The choices you make will determine not only how the story unfolds, but what truths you'll discover along the way. Key … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bound Between Desks.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

77% User Score Based on 31 reviews

Cabin Corpse is a story-driven adult horror visual novel. Filled with suspenseful story telling, compelling characters and a dash of mature themes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cabin Corpse - Season 1.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

94% User Score Based on 16 reviews

New college, new life! As Shun Kousaka moves to another town, a new chapter in his life begins. Filled with ambitions, he sets out to finally find himself a girlfriend. His dream becomes true as he meets the president of the tennis club: Mahiru Haruno. It’s love at first sight, and he immediately joins the club to spend more time with her. If Shun’s dream comes true depends on the decisions he … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Reason for Your Smile.

加入我们吧！《筮灵》现已发售！快来官方交流群与怪谈同好们一起讨论游戏吧！ 官方粉丝交流群：127843809 风域游戏微博请关注@风域游戏 About the Game 2018年，失踪已久的幽灵社前社长「刘洋」突然发来一条诡异的Q聊信息，将社员「展天尘」和青梅竹马「沈晓薇」引到了一个光怪离奇的规则世界之中。在调查真相的途中，便随着神秘学姐「句萤子」一同出现的，却是日常的彻底扭曲与瓦解...... 玩家将以一名高中生的视角，游走于日常和诡异之间，逐渐寻找被隐藏修改的真相。当平日里无比熟悉的场景都成了被“祂们”所掌控的扭曲时空，或许唯有遵守“祂们”所定下的规则，才有机会找到一线生机。 无限循环的六层楼梯 诡异的工厂员工细则 永远坐不满的深夜公交 没有演员的光明大剧院 江城铁路中学高二年级学生、“幽魂社”现任社团团长、“G岛论坛”现任版主。自幼拥有一种特殊的… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 筮灵 SHILING.

From the hidden pages of Jurnal Risa comes a visual novel where the boundary between the living and the unseen begins to blur. Step into Jurnal Risa's world where each shadow holds a story, and every whisper leads you deeper into the unknown. Witness the resurrection of the foretold nemesis of the Jurnal Risa crew, which was never revealed before. Unveil its dark destiny within this horror-advent… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jurnal Risa: Dark Destiny.

About This GameSomething terrible happened in Blackwater Town on Ghost Festival night. The incense smoke from the Ghost Festival offerings had barely cleared when corpse demons descended on the quiet town without warning. The lights in the streets went out one by one, and familiar townsfolk became strangers. No one knew what had caused this catastrophe in the first place. Blackwater Town is an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 黑水镇Blackwater Town.

If you want to try the game out, here's a link to the demo: https://kazuki-t126.itch.io/ones-desolation-demo In the esteemed estate of the Cichy mansion, there seems to be a rift within the household. However, one day Adele Cichy tells her daughter Liridona she has set up an arranged marriage with a prince named Nathaniel. Everything seems to be going well between the two of them until Liridona he… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Void Chronicles: One's Desolation.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

94% User Score Based on 202 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 8 reviews

Taking place years before the events of Tails Noir, Tails Noir Preludes is a narrative game following four characters through formative moments of change, circumstance, and consequences in life and told through a series of interactive vignettes. Your choices are what’s most important – what traits are you bringing with you in your story, and what is the impact you make on the characters around yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tails Noir Preludes.

About  GameBeneath the neon lights of Kabukicho, desire and destiny intertwine. This is a casual puzzle game that combines addictive fruit-merging gameplay with interactive story elements. Merge fruits to earn rewards, meet a cast of beautiful girls with unique personalities, and deepen your relationships with them. Unlock exclusive story scenes, stunning CG artwork, and increasingly intimate int… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kabukicho Story: Midnight Girls.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of 'Secrets of the Shore,' a short visual novel where serenity and suspense intertwine on a picturesque island. When a peaceful getaway is transformed by a sudden, mysterious storm, a tale of intrigue and unexpected connections begins to unfold. Meet Ashley, the embodiment of vivacity and charm, whose infectious energy brightens every interaction. Her opti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Secrets of the Shore.

The Qixia Diary is an original Visual Novel inspired by the food culture of Hangzhou, China. You play as Sheng Sheng—a first-year art student at Yunqi University. Through her eyes, you'll step into a unique university life brimming with warmth and local charm beside the West Lake. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 栖霞日记.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development

99% User Score Based on 90 reviews

Awaken in a world of furries, where your life takes an unexpected turn. After being saved by a mysterious laboratory, you’re pulled into their research on humans. But what lies beneath their seemingly noble intentions? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sani Yang's Laboratory.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

69% User Score Based on 94 reviews

Fate and Life: The Mystery of Vaulinhorn is a visual novel game set in an enigmatic city rife with mystery and lust. Navigate the intertwining paths of fate and desire, unearth the haunting secrets of Vaulinhorn, and revel in the thrill of its sensual encounters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fate and Life: The Mystery of Vaulinhorn.

Eternal ONE is a visual novel game of futuristic fantasy genre, learning about secret of the city while resolving various request of Lucio City. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eternal ONE.

Hardly recovered from a series of catastrophes of the XXII, the world was hit by a new one — a mysterious object, called the Mandate of Heaven has hit Earth, killing the fifth part of humanity. Twenty years later, the MEMORIAL cemetery city was built on the site of a huge crater, in commemoration of the victims. It seems those who died under the ruins began to coming back to life, but in creepy a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to THE SACRED MEMORY.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, replayability

83% User Score Based on 227 reviews

Ghost of Tokyo — a choice-driven visual novel about identity, temptation, and unseen power in the heart of the world’s most electrifying city. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ghost of Tokyo.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

100% User Score Based on 35 reviews

Fine Work: Act I is the first in a Slice-of-Life Romantic Mystery series, featuring cute clients, scheming gods, sentient cities, wild concerts, and weaving dreams.  You’re just getting settled in the city of Gleamhold, and your workshop opens tomorrow. Sure, it's nice here, this cozy corner of a big, weird universe. But your new clients hail from distant dreams, bringing their own strange dramas … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fine Work: Act I.

Experience a summer filled with danger and romance! Immerse yourself in a romantic and detective adventure alongside Hikari in the picturesque Japanese town surrounded by the mysterious Ancient Forest. Can you help Hikari solve the crime and navigate the storm of her romantic feelings? Will it be the enigmatic stranger or the sweet classmate? Love or fear? Make decisions wisely, as eve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Love and Fear.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 32 reviews

Recall: Empty wishes is a story-driven game based in Taiwan. The story centers around the desires and memories shared by a brother-sister pair. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Recall: Empty wishes.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

95% User Score Based on 172 reviews

The game uses pixel sprites, with characters drawn in a classic American comicbook style. Fossil halls, greenhouses, hedge mazes, botanical gardens, underground cave systems...scenes appear one after another, presenting a visual feast. Unique lighting and shading technology creates an engaging atmosphere and a wonderfully immersive experience. The game embraces the spirit of early suspense novels,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mercury Abbey.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

90% User Score Based on 133 reviews

Afterlove EP is a slice-of-life adventure about love, loss and music. Explore modern Jakarta as Rama in his journey to learn about himself, create music, find love and come to terms with the loss of his girlfriend Cinta, whose voice still lives on in his head. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Afterlove EP.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, replayability

88% User Score Based on 75 reviews

Waking up in an unfamiliar place, a boy finds himself in a house warmly embraced by nature's touch. He isn't alone; a woman and her two daughters, strangers but instantly welcoming, become his unexpected family. Quickly, he becomes part of their lives, sharing in laughter and the simple joys of daily life. Yet, a secret whispers from the heart of his new home. With a clumsy mother like Akiko and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sisters: Last Day of Summer.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

85% User Score Based on 73 reviews

Three Minutes To Eight is a mind bending pixel art adventure. A gaming experience threading the edge of consciousness, where everything is possible and yet remains elusive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Three Minutes To Eight.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, character development

90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

After years of isolation, a friendly son of Adam is just what Mami’s village needs to reacquaint itself with the outside world! Demon contact, however, can prove lethal to your average joe... Not Koichi, though. This guy’s built different. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Succubus Sessions: Mami Mamiya's Sweet Slice of Hell.

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.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:character development, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

92% User Score Based on 37 reviews

A VIP disappears en route to Japan, and it's up to Mihama students Rena, Tohka, Chris, and Murasaki to help investigate, with the twins from Kyousen Sakuragaoka in tow. Recovering the VIP pushes their minds and bodies to the brink, and to top it all off, Rena and Haruto’s past is revealed as well! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grisaia Phantom Trigger Vol.2.

About the GameBody found. Two missing. Detective Malinowski hears what others miss. Atmospheric noir detective adventure (~2–3 hours of tense investigation you can complete in one sitting). Step into the shoes of Detective Malinowski, a seasoned investigator drawn into a case that hits dangerously close to home. What begins as routine police work in a shadowy city quickly turns into a personal… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Detective Malinowski The Truth Will Be Revealed.

Game Introduction Wandering Souls is a visual novel set in modern and near-modern China, telling an emotional story about love, sacrifice, and repentance. Players will explore a strange and unsettling world through story progression, environmental interaction, and character dialogue, gradually uncovering the hidden truths behind the events and the people they encounter. The game focuses heavily… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 妄生 - Wandering Souls.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

85% User Score Based on 13 reviews

You follow a small group of friends brought together by a shared mission: to find someone they’ve lost. As they search across Haifa’s streets, homes, and hidden corners, they’ll confront not only external obstacles but also their own emotional scars. In each richly illustrated scene, you’ll investigate the environment for clues, some of them - objects that hold personal meaning and fragments of th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Haifa.

仰望繁华落尽的天际，未来的羁绊在此刻注定…… ——体验一段温暖朴实的视觉小说旅程。 ——体验情感交织的学习生活，沉浸到那段光辉闪烁的岁月。 ——通过自己的抉择，决定未来前行的路。 ——与最合适的她一起，亲手点燃最盛大的漫天花火。 联系我们官方微博：视觉小说夏日花火 官方B站：视觉小说夏日花火 官方QQ粉丝群：957109373故事介绍 欢迎来到柿树学园，这座全市瞩目的学习殿堂。 挂满了黄澄澄沉甸甸的丰茂果实的柿子林，是柿树学园为高三学子祈福的最佳风景。而柿子林记载着的绵延千年的美好传说，更是孕育出了一年一度的烟火大会。 你，【何曦铭】，在中考前因烟火大会而重拾动力，也确立了自己的梦想：举办一场最好的烟火大会。可当你真正踏入柿树学园的这一天才发现，你即将面对的阻碍远远超过你的想象。甚至，你需要为学生会带来一场文艺复兴式的变革。 不服… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sparkling Memories.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

95% User Score Based on 822 reviews

Critic Score 89%Based on 10 reviews

Embark on a thrilling sci-fi journey in a futuristic Asian city with MINDS BENEATH US. In a society fully automated by advanced AI, you find yourself trapped in a foreign body, alongside the subconscious of its original owner. As society evolves, a new industry emerges that replaces the hardware needed to operate AI-automated systems with human brains. Consequently, the most disadvantaged citizens… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Minds Beneath Us.

Join Keiji as a private investigator in a cyberpunk city. Follow his story as he aims to uncover the truth. Meet a variety of women along the way whilst enjoying several adult animated scenes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echo Tokyo: Reaper.

A visual novel with a gripping detective and romantic plot. 7 (seven) different shocking endings await you! Immerse yourself in a world of passion and secrets, where your decisions influence the storyline. At the center of this detective novel is the brave girl Hikari. Her dreams of a dangerous job, the experience of growing up, exciting romantic encounters with handsome guys and a mysterious… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Love and Crime.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

95% User Score Based on 19 reviews

Clara wakes up to a phone that isn't hers. Make friends, dodge bullets, and uncover the truth in this narrative platformer about closeness and distance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monospaced Lovers.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

92% User Score Based on 52 reviews

Flower in Us is a short, story-driven mystery adventure that invites players to unravel hidden secrets.The first thing you notice is the darkness of the basement as you awaken, your memory wiped clean by a brutal attack. Nearby, a young woman is tied up, her eyes filled with a familiarity you can’t place – she seems to know who you are, but you don’t remember her. Explore the basement, examine the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flower in Us.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

95% User Score Based on 2,294 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 7 reviews

Opus: Echo of Starsong - Full Bloom Edition is the definitive edition of the visual novel style adventure game, now with all new voice acting. Asteroids emitting a sound known as "Starsongs" have become the center of conflict for the immense power they hold. Determined to claim asteroids of his own, a young man ventures out with a girl who can imitate starsongs, lending her voice to unravel an an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OPUS: Echo of Starsong - Full Bloom Edition.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

97% User Score Based on 33 reviews

There is a girl, searching for something she lost... Tamayura Mirai is a midsummer fantasy visual novel of humans, spirits, and sorcerers that's won several industry awards in Japan. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tamayura Mirai.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

88% User Score Based on 1,411 reviews

Critic Score 81%Based on 41 reviews

Every Family has Secrets. Every Secret has a Price. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to As Dusk Falls.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

79% User Score Based on 266 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 5 reviews

Buried Stars is a new mystery Communication x Survival x Adventure game developed by Team Largo and LINE Games Corporation. It is an adventure game that takes place at a collapse site of a live audition show. The trapped survivors communicate with each other, and through social media, while waiting for the rescue team’s arrival. But an unexpected turn of events splits them apart and drives them in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BURIED STARS.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization

96% User Score Based on 134 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 6 reviews

"Ghostpia" is a visual novel with cute visuals that look like a picture book, adorned with glitches and noise, and characterized by nostalgic expressions! This game is a more expressive and interactive reimagining of the visual novel "Ghostpia" that has been released on the App Store and web platforms. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ghostpia Season One.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

78% User Score Based on 378 reviews

A marvellous romance with a hint of murder. Lose your heart to a stolen city in this game of amorous intrigue! Seek love, for yourself or your friends. Help a murdered man find justice. And watch out for the bats. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mask of the Rose.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

75% User Score Based on 386 reviews

Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

Can you trust your own mind? In Alfred Hitchcock: Vertigo, dive into a new kind of psychological thriller, and walk on a thin line between reality and fantasy.Live a powerful narrative experience paying tribute to the visual and storytelling techniques of the thriller genre. Investigate through the vision of three characters: everyone has a different story to tell. Explore several timelines to cro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alfred Hitchcock: Vertigo.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

98% User Score Based on 3,613 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 16 reviews

Beacon Pines is a cute and creepy adventure game within a magical storybook. You play as both the reader of the book and its main character, Luka. Explore the town to find word charms. Use your charms to change the course of fate! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beacon Pines.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

95% User Score Based on 292 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 3 reviews

Grotto is a mystical, narrative-focused experience. You are the Soothsayer. The one capable of talking with the stars and unveiling their messages. In a time of turmoil, the tribe of the valley turn to your powers of divination and come to you for guidance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grotto.

Fate Observer: Selective Mutism is a single-player interactive visual novel centered on branching worldlines, character-driven relationships, and mystery. You play as Gu Yan, moving through a story where every choice can lead you toward different relationships, different consequences, and different endings. Along the way, you will meet the same key characters under changing circumstances, build… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 命运观测:选择性缄默.

A Medieval Fantasy of Heroism, Sacrifice, and the Cost of Doing what is RightWhen a young village girl named Hinkle enters the service of Sir Gilkrist of Lothellae, she is eager to leave behind her life of poverty and abuse. Until she is drawn into a war she cannot escape. Cities burn, ancient powers stir, and a darkness long hidden begins to surface. Alongside new companions, Hinkle must naviga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maidendawn: A Heroine's Tale.

Echoes in the Deep is a beautifully hand-drawn narrative-driven RPG set in the rich world of Fateforge as an accompaniment to the TTRPG. As Peridot Haps, a seasoned rogue with a storied past, you're planning one final heist.  But in a city built on secrets and shifting allegiances, success isn’t just about skill. It’s about who you trust, who you betray, and how you play the game. With a branchi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes in the Deep - A Fateforge Tale.

                                                        SHATTERED DREAMS The current game includes two songs and riddles to challenge your mind and entertain you. Get it now at a lower price—future episodes are coming, and the price will increase as the game grows. Buy early and save! The next episode drops this January. Shattered Dreams is a story-driven puzzle game that invites you into a wo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shattered Dreams.

'The Tragedy at Deer Creek' is a cinematic adventure set in a remote, long abandoned logging camp, exploring the ambition, hardship and struggles of its people, and the tragedy that ultimately befell them. A story about the bonds of family and the sacrifices we make to protect those we love. Explore the abandoned camp and uncover fragments of the lives once lived there. Each discover… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Tragedy at Deer Creek.

A psychological science‑fiction visual novel where every choice shapes your bond with your AI mother. Story & Atmosphere On a rain‑soaked night, a lonely man disconnected from society stumbles upon the promise of companionship in a sleek, next‑generation product: the AI Mother. At first, her soothing voice and gentle guidance seem like a miracle for his isolation—until subtle glitches in her … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to They Sold Me a Perfect Mother, But She's Not What She Seems.