Games like ISLAND

A visual novel with a flowchart system for branching narratives. Players uncover mysteries and fight fate on a doomed island.

95% positive from 1,760 · 2018 · Steam Deck Unsupported · $39.99 $21.99 -45% · Lowest ever $19.99 (2025-06-26)

Visual Novel Anime Story RichAdventureCuteTime Travel

Six games like ISLAND

STEINS;GATE 0

96% positive from 8,190 reviews201815% finish itDeck Playable

A visual novel set on the worldline where the original rescue failed, with artificial intelligence replacing time travel as the hook. Answering or ignoring calls on the phone steers which ending arrives.

What players likedPlayers praise its emotional depth and compelling story, finding it as amazing as the original Steins;Gate.

The catchThe pacing crawls, with hours of filler before the story pays anything off.

Both are tagged Time Travel, Visual Novel and Story Rich.

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GNOSIA

94% positive from 4,935 reviews202235% finish itDeck Playable

Sci-fi social deduction RPG with a core loop of discussion, deduction, and voting to identify hidden enemies. Players repeat loops to uncover a narrative and improve abilities in a tense, strategic experience.

What players likedPlayers praise this unique single-player social deduction game for its engaging story, memorable characters, and replayable "Werewolf" or "Among Us" style gameplay.

The catchAI crewmates accuse you illogically during deduction votes

Both are tagged Time Travel, Visual Novel and Story Rich.

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STEINS;GATE ELITE

90% positive from 1,657 reviews201916% finish itDeck Playable

This is a fully animated visual novel where players make choices to alter timelines and uncover a conspiracy. It features branching storylines and a time-travel mechanic.

What players likedPlayers praise its ability to convert non-anime fans, with some finding it a worthwhile experience after the original.

The catchAround a third of the original script is cut, and the phone mechanic is gutted.

Both are tagged Time Travel, Visual Novel and Story Rich.

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STEINS;GATE: Linear Bounded Phenogram

96% positive from 1,287 reviews201910% finish itDeck Playable

Visual novel with branching stories focusing on individual character perspectives. Explores inner thoughts and alternate scenarios within the STEINS;GATE universe.

What players likedPlayers praise its worthwhile character and timeline exploration, offering a lighter, enjoyable departure from darker Steins;Gate entries.

The catchMost of the short side stories are inconsequential, with only a couple worth reading.

Both are tagged Time Travel, Visual Novel and Story Rich.

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Pesterquest

90% positive from 1,551 reviews2019Deck Verified

A grimsical episodic visual novel where you find friends across Earth and Alternia. It features a darkly funny, irreverent story with character relationship building.

What players likedPlayers praise the game's art, music, and character development, especially for those less explored in the Homestuck comic.

The catchHard to follow without prior Homestuck and Hiveswap knowledge.

Both are tagged Time Travel, Visual Novel and Story Rich.

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Multiverse Loot Hunter

81% positive from 2,655 reviews202518% finish itDeck Playable

This is a multiverse action RPG with a core loop of battling, collecting loot, and character progression across diverse planes. It offers a relaxed, "hang liver" experience focused on deep character development and team building.

What players likedPlayers praise this charming, engaging idle game as one of the best, despite its overwhelming UI and translation issues.

The catchThe English translation is so poor that basic mechanics are left unexplained.

Both are tagged Time Travel, Casual and Adventure.

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More about ISLAND

What players liked

Players praise ISLAND as a must-play visual novel, despite its slow winter arc.

The catch

The sci-fi mystery is built on repeated rug pulls that leave the buildup meaningless.

Reviews: 95% positive from 1,760
Released: 2018
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Unsupported
Price: $39.99 $21.99 -45% · Lowest ever $19.99 (2025-06-26)
Play: Single-player

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 95% positive, but with 1,760 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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