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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.

Dive into a feel-good adventure of love, laughter, and cat companionship. Add My Fair Cat: Snow to your Steam wishlist and start spreading a little happiness today! SynopsisRecently moving to a new high school and not knowing anyone could have made for a dull routine, but everything changes when you save a stray cat. This single act of kindness sparks a chain of adventures that add a whole new lay… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Fair Cat: Snow.

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.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

95% User Score Based on 3,444 reviews

Critic Score 81%Based on 2 reviews

Immerse yourself in an enchanting narrative experience as Fortuna, a fortune-teller Witch condemned to exile on her asteroid home. Craft your own Tarot deck, regain your freedom, and shape the fate of the cosmic Witch society. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood.

“Single Forever?” is a choice-driven Visual Novel where the player plays as the Cupid to matchmake their client through comparing stats and giving out guidance. "There are aseuxal, aromantic, neurodivergent, ADHD, ASD-spectrum characters in this wholesome adventure story."     In this game, you'll step into the shoes of Red, an intern Cupid, tasked with a hellish mission to keep th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Single Forever.

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.

Set in a medieval fantasy world, an era filled with magic and dangers at every step. The main protagonist, Nicole, discovers her magical abilities and falls deeply in love with a simple guy from the neighboring town. As a natural cataclysm divides the Empire into two parts, enmity erupts between the peoples, and the heroes find themselves on opposite sides. The rift in the universe echoes the rif… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Day Before You Gone.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

87% User Score Based on 23 reviews

My name is Maksim Laas. I'm just a simple guy from Tallinn with a most ordinary life, which has its ups and downs, though admittedly the latter have been somewhat more prevalent lately. After breaking up with my ex, the world around me lost its usual colors, and my life quickly grew into a gray, dreary, and inescapable routine. At least that's what I thought... Until something unbelievable happen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Summer Adventure: Memories of Another Life.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

87% User Score Based on 522 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Eternal Threads is a single-player, first-person story-driven puzzle game of time manipulation, choice and consequence. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eternal Threads.

"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.

Face to Face With SolitudeAlpenglow is a quiet, story-driven experience about stepping away from life — and finding yourself alone with what remains. In a remote mountain cabin, days pass slowly. Light changes. Weather shifts. Memories surface. As mornings warm and nights grow cold, your inner state changes with the world around you. Your choices begin to reveal your past. Live the Days, One Ch… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alpenglow.

Snow is slowly falling outside. A girl named Anastasia, who lives in an old multi-story building, decides to leave her apartment. She goes to borrow some salt from her neighbors and find a treasure hidden in this house. But what kind of treasure is this, and is it worth looking for? Her neighbors are very strange, and Nastya will have to make a choice which one to go to. Reality mixes with nigh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Do you have SALT?.

Life was never fair not before the accident, and certainly not after. You expected magic, adventure, maybe a crown. Instead, you awaken in a foreign body, forced into an arranged marriage with Zachary, the cold and distant Duke of the North. Born to the sunlit luxury of the South, you're sent to a frozen, war-torn land plagued by monsters, famine, and unrest. Your new husband is a man of duty, no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Wife is a Spy?!.

Create a New YouBegin each life with a blank slate or lean into the legacy of your past selves. Use a deep character creation system to define your look, your personality, and your starting traits. Whether you’re a fashion-forward influencer, a brooding poet with a past, or a time-traveling rockstar, each life is an opportunity to reinvent yourself. Over time, heirlooms, memories, and story paths… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 100 Lives.

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of "WISH A WISH" a visually stunning visual novel game on Steam! Step into the shoes of our protagonist, a seemingly ordinary and overlooked young boy, as he embarks on an extraordinary journey that will forever change his life. One fateful day, his world takes an enchanting turn when a mystical body pillow appears before him, emanating an aura … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WISH A WISH.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, character development

70% User Score Based on 99 reviews

The story of how silly Alice met an Ogre in the woods. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sex with Ogre.

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.

Step beyond an ordinary love story with "Date or Destiny: Kiss or Miss." Take control of Kaan, a young man kicked out by his father, drifting through life with no purpose. In a city full of strangers and surprises, it’s up to you to shape his fate. Meet new people. Choose your words wisely. Decide who to trust, who to walk away from, and whether to follow your heart or your head. Ever… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Date or Destiny : Kiss or Miss.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

92% User Score Based on 40 reviews

A narrative puzzle game about love and choices. Dive into a world where every small decision changes lives. See how choices link together and shape the stories of two people. Embark on a journey through time and discover how your actions make a big difference in their lives.Welcome to follow our X: @CottonStudio  SYMPHONY OF TWO SOULS Reviver presents a series of emotionally rich scenes, foll… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reviver.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

97% User Score Based on 153 reviews

DUET is an interactive story illustrating the Hifuu Club's first encounter. It is a wordless, narrative-driven experience about connection, small moments, and the quiet magic of two lives intertwining. Renko Usami lives a simple life, endlessly cycling through studying, eating, and sleeping at university. She gazes at the starry sky alone, trying to fill the emptiness in her heart. Then, one d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DUET.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, monetization

100% User Score Based on 21 reviews

Heralds of the Avirentes is a visual novel, which brings you into the “Crystal punk” fantasy setting, where the world of Nanraas in which the dragon race lives. The game combines a visual novel, role-playing game elements, social simulator, a turn-based combat system. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heralds of the Avirentes - Ch. 1 Wings of Change.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

83% User Score Based on 23 reviews

In the captivating world of Iona, players embark on a thrilling narrative journey in the heart of a remarkable Narrative Game. Within this immersive experience, players are granted the unique ability to shape the story's outcome through the choices they make, allowing for a truly personalized and engaging adventure.Our tale begins on the momentous day of Ella's coronation, a joyous occasion that i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heart of Iona.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

78% User Score Based on 1,395 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 2 reviews

Live the life of a Monster, from birth to elderhood and beyond, making decisions that affect the world of Monsters and Humans.You live in the village of Omen, and your favorite snack is the fingers of small children. As a Monster, you pop up in the most interesting places — what do you do when three angry bears discover a young child in their cabin? Or when you spy a wolf hunting down that woman w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monster Loves You.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, monetization

84% User Score Based on 135 reviews

Critic Score 81%Based on 3 reviews

In this exploration/adventure game, you play Frankenstein's Creature, a being with no memory and past. At the start of the game you know neither Good nor Evil, you are a blank soul in an adult body. By exploring the world, you will experience your emotions, develop and write the first pages of your story. When confronted with mankind, there will be no way to escape the question of your origins: Wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wanderer: Frankenstein’s Creature.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

97% User Score Based on 388 reviews

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

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, replayability

96% User Score Based on 360 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

One Day, One Life.Sumire is an indie narrative adventure game about choices made, and dreams lost and found. Embark on a mysterious journey to help Sumire achieve her deepest wishes, before the day ends and the sky turns to twilight. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sumire.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In a setting where relationships are like plants, each one requires care, patience, and dedication to bloom. In Garden of Love, you follow the journey of Blossom, a young woman seeking to overcome a painful past and discover the true meaning of love. With a delicate narrative and impactful choices, this game combines romance and self-discovery as you navigate the routines of everyday life. ABOU… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Garden of Love.

Rosie is a horror adventure game that takes place inside multiple virtual pop-up books.   You play as Rosie. A 6-year-old who lives with her family at the top of the hill of a small town. The townsfolk avoid the family, as they claim to see ghosts and demons. Rosie is starting to question this for herself. Help Rosie discover different paths she can take and decide her ultimate fate.   Are gho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rosie.

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.

About this gameDear Flower is an enchanting adventure that invites you to explore a beautifully hand-drawn world, control three unique characters, and solve intriguing puzzles—all without a single word of text or dialogue. Hand-Drawn AnimationsEvery character and background is lovingly crafted with hand-drawn animation. Enjoy numerous beautifully animated cutscenes. Each frame of animation is c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dear Flower.

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.

Game Overview Embark on an epic journey through ancient Mesopotamia in “Mesopotamia: The Game”, an immersive role-playing adventure where you thoughts are your biggest enemy. Set in the cradle of civilization, this game focuses on a multi-chapter storyline that shows the harsh truth of the class system that our ancestors -and some countries today-had to go through. Players step into the shoes of A… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mesopotamia: The Game.

51%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

100% User Score Based on 2 reviews

This is not just a text quest, but a real journey into the depths of yourself, an atmospheric immersion in the night city, soaked with rain, melancholy and the mysterious whispering of destinies. You are not just a reader, but the creator of your own story, a composer whose decisions are the chords that form the unique melody of fate. Imagine: outside the window the rain is pouring continuous… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Одиночество Скуфа.

Prepare Tired? Lonely? Desperate? Welcome to A Risen Heart, a world of romance, drag queens, and queers! Prepare to flirt with hot guys and a hotter girl to discover the many intricacies of dating. Play as YOU, a brunet boy with a heart of gold!A Risen Heart Includes: A Risen Heart is a dating simulator that allows players to court four characters from the Webtoon comic, "A Risen Heart&qu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Risen Heart.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

The main character "Junya Mizumoto" helps his family's business "Mizumoto-dou" while attending university. His heart is bind to his older brother Takaya, who died last year. "Why did I survive?" One day, he meets a girl. "I wish you're the one who died," she says, before disappearing without telling herself identity. After that, Junya's childhood friend "Chihaya Houjou" comes in with a project … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Since Memories: Off the Starry Sky.

The Dreamwalkers is a 2D Visual Novel/Point-and-Click Adventure Game in which you can project yourself into the world of Dreams. You play Morgan, a student in History of the Arts in Paris, who’s life is about to be turned upside down. Along his journey he will meet new friends, whose fate will be into your hands. Features 5 acts of 45mn each. Perfect for lunch break diversions! Highly … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dreamwalkers.

100%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 90 reviews

“The hospital was empty. Quiet, and brighter than usual... like waking up on a snow day. But I didn't feel cold. I didn't feel much of anything.” If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Return to Ash.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

100% User Score Based on 36 reviews

The story unfolds from the perspectives of two women: one who travels through the ruins of a steampunk New York City, destroyed in an unexplained disaster some years before; and one who finds herself in an underground world with a purple sky, where the "vanished" city still stands. You primarily follow Lily, a girl devoid of memories who sets off through the bizarrely transformed ve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sona-Nyl of the Violet Shadows Refrain.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

96% User Score Based on 46 reviews

Everyone has always shown You the path to follow. And so You do, because you ____ ____ ____ want to end up with Him. But then You can play again, maybe if You say something different ___ ____ ____ to Her, it could go another way. Maybe You'll even see the hidden _____ ____ ____ __ _ ____ End. A queer romance/horror visual novel about words and choices being hidden from You until you find … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to com__et.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

95% User Score Based on 5,758 reviews

Critic Score 88%Based on 3 reviews

Roadwarden is an illustrated text-based RPG that uses isometric pixel art and combines mechanics borrowed from RPGs, Visual Novels, adventure games and interactive fiction. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Roadwarden.

On rainy nights, the serial murderer is on a killing spree. This scares everyone but one girl, the journalist who keeps digging for a promotion. Dauntless, she gets involved deep and wide, hoping to discover the real identify of the rainy night butcher. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rainy Butcher.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

88% User Score Based on 832 reviews

Critic Score 72%Based on 6 reviews

Cinders is a mature take on a classic fairytale with a heavy emphasis on player choices and role playing. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cinders.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

88% User Score Based on 240 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 13 reviews

Signs of the Sojourner is a narrative deck-building game about relationships and communication. As you explore the world your experiences will change you. How will you grow? What will you leave behind? Who will you become? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Signs of the Sojourner.

Community Join Huglings' official Discord! Share your ideas with the developers and exchange gameplay tips with fellow players for an even more fun experience. You'll also be the first to hear about the latest updates and events! About the GamePlease note: Huglings is currently midway through development. Many core features are already taking shape, but some elements - such as visuals, co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Huglings.

You are Summer Chong, a poor girl whose life was cruelly twisted by fate. Unable to endure the relentless bullying of your classmates, you chose to end your life. However, fate granted you a second chance. When you awoke, you found yourself in the body of Serene Bay, the heiress of the Platinum Group—a girl who had just been murdered. From that moment on, you began to navigate Serene's life of lux… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Faces of the Erinyes.

Kieta Memory – The Girl from the StarsIf your memories don't die – will you live forever? Without our memories – who are we? About This GameWelcome to 1992 – a year of miracles, love, and cosmic mysteries that will change your life forever. In Kieta Memory – The Girl from the Stars, you'll experience an unforgettable romance that transcends the boundaries of time and space. Meet Azuki, your extr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KIETA MEMORY – The Girl from the Stars.