Games like Hustle Cat

A visual novel about working at a cat cafe and uncovering a secret. Features relationship building with cute, mysterious coworkers.

93% positive from 1,312 · 2016 · 30% finish it · Steam Deck Unsupported · $19.99 $4.99 -75% · Lowest ever $1.99 (2021-12-22)

Visual NovelIndieLGBTQ+Dating SimCasualCats

Six games like Hustle Cat

Purrfect Apawcalypse: Love at Furst Bite

98% positive from 828 reviews202183% finish it

This is a dark comedy interactive fiction game with branching narratives. Players make choices to navigate an apocalyptic school setting and find love.

The catchWriting reads like fanfiction, with one-note characters and barely any actual story.

Both are tagged Cats, LGBTQ+ and Visual Novel.

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Calico

87% positive from 4,999 reviews202020% finish itDeck Verified

Calico is a cozy life simulation game about rebuilding a cat café. Players decorate, cook, and befriend interactive animals.

What players likedPlayers praise "Calico" as a cozy, whimsical adventure and simulation game, often compared to "Alice in Wonderland," with excellent character customization and animal collection.

The catchClunky, janky controls make movement, cooking and decorating a constant fight.

Both are tagged Cats, LGBTQ+ and Casual.

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MEMOLOGY: GOYDA

94% positive from 2,179 reviews2024

This is a meme quiz simulation game. Players answer meme-related questions across levels to test and improve their meme knowledge.

The catchIt runs only in Russian despite the store page listing English and 100 other languages.

Both are tagged Cats, LGBTQ+ and Casual.

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Monster Prom 3: Monster Roadtrip

98% positive from 2,461 reviews20222% finish itDeck Verified

This is a co-op narrative adventure with survival mechanics where players manage resources on a road trip. It features charming characters and irreverent humor with a social competitive aspect.

What players likedPlayers praise its humor and unique narrative, comparing it favorably to previous Monster Prom entries for its approachable gameplay.

The catchIt plays as a random resource manager rather than the dating sim of earlier entries.

Both are tagged LGBTQ+, Dating Sim and Visual Novel.

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Monster Prom 4: Monster Con

98% positive from 1,898 reviews2025Deck Verified

Monster Prom 4: Monster Con is a multiplayer dating sim where players build a comic book while pursuing one of six monsters at a convention. It offers witty dialogue and charming characters in a humorous, nerdy setting.

What players likedPlayers praise this visual novel for its fun, humorous dating of hot monsters, unique art, multiplayer, and numerous endings.

The catchWriting and characters lack the charm and humour of the earlier games.

Both are tagged LGBTQ+, Dating Sim and Visual Novel.

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Fatal Twelve

92% positive from 1,020 reviews201822% finish itDeck Playable

A visual novel where players gather information to eliminate opponents in a death-defying ritual. It's a dark, character-driven narrative focused on uncovering truths and facing regrets.

What players likedPlayers praise this "death game" visual novel as a deeply emotional and engaging mystery, akin to others in the genre.

The catchThe death game builds no tension because secrets are handed over instead of deduced.

Both are tagged LGBTQ+, Dating Sim and Visual Novel.

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More about Hustle Cat

What players liked

Players praise its brilliant soundtrack and enduring appeal, reminiscent of a beloved visual novel.

The catch

The plot rushes through its routes and leaves the central curse barely explained.

Reviews: 93% positive from 1,312
Released: 2016
Finish it: 30% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Unsupported
Price: $19.99 $4.99 -75% · Lowest ever $1.99 (2021-12-22)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 93% positive, but with 1,312 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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