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Games like Shadows of Ambition: Season 1

Games like Shadows of Ambition: Season 1

Games like Shadows of Ambition: Season 1

Looking for games like Shadows of Ambition: Season 1? Here are top action recommendations with a romance, drama, mystery, anime and erotic focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Slime Girl: Sticky Love, The Reason for Your Smile or Beneath The Cherry Blossom Tree.

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  1. Meet NimeaNimea is a curious slime girl born from the hidden waters of the secret cave. Soft-spoken, fluid, and ever-changing, she does not understand the world the way you do. She learns through touch. Through closeness. Through you. Her form is gentle, her presence warm - but there is something deeper beneath the surface. What begins as a strange encounter in the still waters slowly becomes s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slime Girl: Sticky Love.

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  2. 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.

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  3. Dive into what lies below in “Beneath the Cherry Blossom Tree” an immersive visual novel where every choice carves a path through a tapestry of mystery, romance, and intrigue. Unravel a story that intertwines destiny, personality, and local folklore About This Game: In “Beneath the Cherry Blossom Tree, ” you assume the role of a high school student, in a vibrant and dynamic school. Beneath its pla… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beneath The Cherry Blossom Tree.

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  4. 43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    69% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    After Hours is a choice-driven visual novel that focuses on the best parts of life. An adult visual novel about desire after dark. Navigate relationships, temptation, and betrayal as one night leads to choices that can’t be undone. Your journey will be filled with comedy, drama, and plenty of sex. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to After Hours: Lines of Desire - S1.

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  5. 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.

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  6. OverviewLive the rise, fall, and resurgence of Edmond Dantès—an innocent sailor betrayed and imprisoned in the depths of Château d’If. Endure imprisonment, uncover hidden knowledge, and seize unimaginable wealth to forge a new identity: the mysterious and commanding Count of Monte Cristo. From the shadows, you will re-enter the world that once destroyed you, navigating the upper class of Paris, fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Count of Monte Cristo.

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  7. A choice-driven psychological mystery visual novel, Anti-Anti. In a world once devastated by slime monsters, you are forced into a suspicious audition. A locked-room mystery, ensemble drama, adventure, thriller, and romance! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anti-anti.

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  8. You are a scholarship student at the secluded Veir Academy. Two heroines. Nora or Lika? Trust or distance? Submit to the system — or break it? An introspective visual novel about tension, closeness, and silent choices. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beneath their Names.

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  9. 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.

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  10. Soulbond is an immersive and narrative-driven visual novel experience, where you'll shape your character's destiny through a series of pivotal choices. Your decisions will not only impact the narrative but also the relationships you build, revealing the balance between power, love, and grief. StoryHell is your home, a sprawling and malevolent realm with a hierarchy that governs every facet of ex… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soulbond.

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  11. In Short"Fate is not a line" is a visual novel game and narrative-driven game where gameplay focuses on making meaningful choices that shape the story. With over 40 decision points, your choices influence character fates, unlock new paths, and lead to one of 25+ unique endings. The game is highly replayable, featuring branching storylines, multiple playable characters, and the Rashomon … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fate is not a line.

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  12. Step into a world divided by the enigmatic Spheres, where different races live under strict balance – a balance that has never been questioned… until now. As the protagonist, an ordinary young person from a remote village, you receive an unexpected invitation to a grand ball. What seems like a stroke of fate soon turns into a revelation of hidden anomalies, ancient powers, and a secret that could… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Through the Edges.

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  13. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 190 reviews

    A seductive cinematic experience where your choices shape passion, power, and betrayal. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Queen's Gamble.

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  14. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    88% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    Isabella - Chasing Shadows is an erotic thriller with adult elements. After the death of your fiancée, you’ll try to uncover the city’s darkest secrets. What connection does a ‘High Fashion’ model have to your fiancée’s death and can you protect those you care about? It’s up to you! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Isabella: Chasing Shadows.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, atmosphere
    83% User Score Based on 238 reviews

    Your mundane life is upended when an ancient demon possesses your body. Forced to work as its servant, you’re thrust into a world of sexual desire and murderous wrath. When your loved ones fall prey to the demon’s hunger, will you protect those you care for or succumb to lust of the Bright Lord? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bright Lord.

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    Welcome to Nowhere Tech, transfer student- where you'll meet people, make choices, make mistakes, and make even more mistakes. You came here to have new experiences and live a little, but you might get more than you bargained for... Navigate this choice-heavy, dialogue-heavy story and crack the code behind your enigmatic new classmate. INCLUDING: - TWO semi-dateable beautiful young women! - … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Addy.

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  17. What if you didn't have to slay dragons—but persuade them?Enter Sahkuru. You wake up each morning trapped in your own personal hell: commute, office job, go home, repeat. Until... a real, actual dragon starts talking to you?! Lucky you!  Or so it seems...  Because next, reality kind of starts to unravel. You gain access to the mysterious "Dragon Realm," uncover the legend of the Nine… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Soul: Awakening.

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  18. Lin Tangtang never expected to become part of the story. After being transported into a dark fantasy novel, she finds herself caught in a world filled with demons, dangerous missions, hidden identities, and complicated relationships. To survive, she must complete the tasks assigned to her while finding a way to approach the mysterious Shen Run. But Shen Run is far more complicated than he first … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Lotus.

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  19. An otome horror visual novel set in a mysterious sharehouse filled with strange rules. Forge bonds with your fellow housemates as you unravel the secrets hidden within the house, where breaking the rules may mean losing more than your life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sharehouse.

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  20. About This GameShow Me Mercy is a mystery otome game that blends crime simulation, investigation, and choice-driven storytelling. Raised in a monastery, your life is thrown into chaos after the disappearance of your closest friend, the closure of your home, and a forced marriage to a powerful Duke. On your wedding night, you uncover a horrifying truth—one that leaves you with only one option. Ki… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 宽恕我(Show me mercy).

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  21. You are the magistrate, and Lucifer stands trial as the defendant. Judge the fallen angel in this dark romance visual novel. Decide whether he is worthy of salvation, or doomed to destruction. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Obey Me! Sinner's Choice: Lucifer.

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  22. Lisa wakes up in a dark dungeon with no memory of who she is or how she got there. Strange monsters roam the halls, forgotten ruins hide dangerous secrets, and the only way forward is to fight, survive, and recover the memories she has lost. In this story-driven adventure, every decision you make shapes Lisa’s journey. The choices you take during conversations, battles, and critical moments will… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lisa: The Lost Memories.

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  23. Stay up to date with all the news! About the Game The Shadow Between Words — a visual novel in the genre of mystical thriller with elements of drama and romance. The story takes place at the prestigious Verbum Academy of Writers, where creativity is more than just art. You are a student at the academy. One day you discover you have a strange ability: the events and images you describe in you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shadow Between Words.

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  24. "Paradoxical: Poem of Dual Worlds" — A Tale of Crossing Realms to Rewrite DestinyOne side is an ordinary modern campus life; the other, a hidden ancient dynasty surging with undercurrents. When you live in two worlds at once, how will you face the joy, peril, and choices brought by your dual identity? —————————————— 游戏简介Game IntroductionParadoxical: Poem of Dual Worlds is a narrative… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paradoxical双界诗 Paradoxical Twin Worlds Saga.

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  25. Take on the role of a young prince or princess from the Star Empire, sent to Earth on a mission of peace. With centuries of mistrust threatening to shatter delicate negotiations, you must forge new bonds, navigate political intrigue, and uncover hidden truths that span light-years. Voices: From the Stars is a story-rich visual novel where every choice you make can tip the balance between war and h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voices: From the Stars.

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  26. 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.

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  27. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    79% User Score Based on 314 reviews

    As Randall, you’ll guide Sue, your loving landlady, as her values erode and desires awaken. A visual novel of bimbofication, twisted love, and sexual corruption. Will she become your perfect woman? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Bimbo Dream.

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  28. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    86% User Score Based on 222 reviews

    Embark on an exotic quest in "The Lust City 2"! Lead your crew through a steamy jungle, unlocking treasures and secrets of an ancient tribe. Craft your seductive harem in a thrilling adventure that will leave you breathless. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lust City 2.

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  29. 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.

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  30. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    84% User Score Based on 318 reviews

    The Seven Realms is a fantasy, story-driven, adult visual novel where your choices will shape the fate of the Realms and the people around you. Will you be a Fair or a Strong Ruler? Will fate be enough for you, or will you want more? The choices are yours to make. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Seven Realms - Realm 1: Terran.

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  31. Take part in the lottery and embark on the vacation of your life alongside your best friend: Yuina, where you'll also be a judge in a beauty contest. On the island you will be joined by the competitors – the artistic Eimiko, serious and elegant Haru, commanding Tomoe, and flirty Aimi. Get your flirt game on, the competition starts now! WHAT IS THEIR SECRET? While spending time with the girls, you'… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pick My Heart Chapter 1.

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  32. The English version is currently in development, but a demo version is available to play. “Mr. Admin... do you remember who you are?” I’m Parker Klein, Executive Officer of Division 2 at ZF Corporation.   You’re the Head of Development in Division 1 — though after that little ‘incident’ a few years back, I hear some of your memories got scrambled. I’ll keep this brief. Three years ago, E… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eternal ONE.

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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development
    100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Notice about Steam VersionRegarding any releases from other platform prior to the Steam release, please notice that they will be Japanese only, and will not receive any language update in the foreseeable future. About the GameThis game, Folie Fatale, is only available in Japanese and Simplified Chinese. We apologize for any inconvenience regarding limited language support. All capture targets a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Folie Fatale.

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  34. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 72 reviews

    Every choice you make will change your story. Every small choice will change your relationships with comrades, and change your fate and those of your comrades at critical moments. You may be the villain, or a trustworthy comrade. Everything depends on your choices. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 7Days Origins.

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  35. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 125 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    The Remainder is a dark fantasy story made of psychological puzzles, romance, and the unexpected. The Complete Edition contains acts 1 to 4! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chronicles of Taldun: The Remainder.

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  36. In the near-future city of “New Uranos,” people’s lives are managed by the AI system EDEN. It calculates optimal choices, corrects deviations within the city, and guides everyone toward what the system considers the “most correct” future. And you are the chosen “Memory Restorer.” Through Helios’ restoration device, you can enter the past, investigate events deemed abnormal, and attempt to correc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EMIT:Embrace Beyond Time.

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  37. Fairy tales are real. Murder is just the beginning. Step back into Fabletown in The Wolf Among Us Remastered - the definitive edition of Telltale’s acclaimed noir narrative thriller inspired by DC’s award-winning Fables comic series. Critically acclaimed, The Wolf Among Us became one of the most celebrated story-driven adventures of its generation, praised for its unforgettable characters, s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wolf Among Us Remastered.

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  38. Trust is dangerous. Love is lethal. Undercover Love – Where Shadows Meet is a dark noir visual novel about revenge, secrets, mafia power, and slow-burn romance. Follow Alex, a former police officer drawn into the mafia’s world after the system failed to bring her sister’s killer to justice. Now moving through the shadows, Alex takes dangerous jobs, hides her true motives, and searches for… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Undercover Love - Where Shadows Meet.

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  39. Turn the page. Choose your path. Break the story. Inspired by the legendary choose-your-own-adventure books of the 80s and 90s, the Playbook series brings the magic of classic interactive fiction into the modern digital era. In "The Meridian", you step directly into the shoes of a driven reporter working for The Meridian, a prominent news outlet in the heart of Milan. A mass… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Meridian.

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  40. Humanity is on the edge of extinction. After a deep space mission ends in disaster, the last remnants of humanity are scattered across the farthest reaches of the galaxy. Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt, armed with knowledge and technology from the future, wages war by rewriting history itself. Ancient Roman legions collide with advanced starships. Entire civilizations are reshaped or erased. Survival … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nowhere Stars.

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  41. LifeSimOS is a story-rich coming-of-age experience set in 2004, where your world unfolds through a cluttered desktop filled with Messenger chats, IRC conversations, email, music, and late-night choices. Build friendships, navigate messy relationships, explore strange corners of the early internet, and shape your path through a branching story with multiple endings. Create Your Identity Build your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LifeSimOS.

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  42. SynopsisWhen former tightrope walker Elise Berrie accepts an opportunity at the renowned Moon Circus, she believes she has found the perfect chance to rebuild her life and return to the stage. But behind the lights, applause, and promise of greatness, the circus hides a web of secrets, impossible accidents, broken relationships, and presences that shouldn’t exist. What begins as a new professiona… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Circus of the Moon.

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  43. 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.

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  44. Ghost of the Quadrangle is a choice-driven visual novel set at the elite Blackthorn Academy, where hidden grudges, rival factions, and buried truths shape every step of the story. You play as transfer student Winter Ferreira, a girl with a deadly past who is drawn into a brutal conflict between Black Rogue and Dark Warrior. As long-hidden secrets begin to surface, Winter must track the last survi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ghost of the Quadrangle.

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  45. About This Game Become Cleopatra VII in a historical romance visual novel of power, betrayal, and forbidden desire. Travel back to 48 BC and awaken as the young Queen Cleopatra, a ruler driven from her throne and surrounded by enemies. Your brother Ptolemy has seized power. Rome is watching Egypt closely. Ministers, generals, priests, and foreign commanders all have their own ambitions. To … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crown of the Nile: Cleopatra's Choice.

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  46. EARLY ACCESS CURRENTLY INCLUDES CHAPTERS 1-5, MORE WILL BE ADDED OVER TIME. A runaway from another world. A jaded cop with a buried past. A bond that may decide the fate of both. When a mysterious girl named Leandra appears in the human world, she crosses paths with officers Sawyer Randavix, April Jennings, and their calm but secretive captain, Kaheru. Leandra wants to live a peaceful life, but da… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shards of the Heart.

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  47. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    A love letter to the thrilling world of K-pop! In this life simulator, you're the manager responsible for scouting talent, organising schedules, creating budgets, planning social media, choosing music, and styling your idols. Your goal? To debut the next big K-pop idol group! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to K-pop Idol Stories: Road to Debut.

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  48. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Step into the world of Nyx, a VTuber whose online persona begins to blur with something far more unsettling. After the Stream Went Dark is a short psychological horror visual novel exploring identity, self-perception, and the fragile boundary between performance and reality. Through a series of choices, you’ll navigate increasingly distorted moments and shape how the story unfolds. Will you con… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to After the Stream Went Dark.

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  49. Follow Us About the GameWelcome to Love and Demons! An unusual, parodic Isekai Visual Novel. Ever felt like running away from your responsibilities? That's exactly what Max, a prince fleeing an inheritance forced upon him, is doing. However, his escape propels him into the demon realm, a highly hostile environment brimming with dangers. It seems it won't be easy to get back home without tak… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Love and Demons.

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    55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, replayability
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Neve is the ultimate game for fans of interactive fiction and narrative adventures with an engaging and emotionally impactful story. After an unexpected interference in its route, the ship Argo makes a forced landing on the mysterious planet Lemnos. You'll take on the role of Captain Jasmina who, trapped inside a cryogenic capsule, must lead her two crew members, Hilas and Atalanta, to manage … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neve.

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