Games like Noctuary

A dual-protagonist visual novel with combo-based combat and relationship building. Explore a fairy-tale world, fight monsters, and uncover a mysterious story.

94% positive from 2,588 · 2023 · 25% finish it · Steam Deck Playable · $29.99 · Lowest ever $17.99 (2024-11-27)

CuteInteractive FictionAnime Visual Novel Story RichJRPG

Six games like Noctuary

Vampires' Melody 2

87% positive from 1,015 reviews202326% finish itDeck Playable

This is a visual novel with Live2D animations and minigames. Players navigate a branching story about two vampires adapting to modern life on a deserted island.

The catchThe story is mostly filler where nothing happens, a clear step down from the first.

Both are tagged Interactive Fiction, JRPG and Visual Novel.

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Analogue: A Hate Story

93% positive from 2,290 reviews201252% finish it

This is a dark visual novel where you read ship logs with an AI to uncover a mystery. It features branching narratives and multiple endings exploring transhumanism and loneliness.

What players likedPlayers praise its unforgettable story and characters, with a climax that leaves a lasting, impactful impression.

The catchGameplay is almost entirely clicking through dense text logs, and it drags.

Both are tagged Interactive Fiction, Visual Novel and Story Rich.

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Refind Self: The Personality Test Game

87% positive from 3,726 reviews2023Deck Playable

This is a narrative-driven personality test game with a simple exploration and interaction loop. It offers a short, reflective experience about self-discovery.

What players likedPlayers praise its charming art, unique introspection, and compelling story, offering a chill break from typical games.

The catchThe personality results come out vague or plain wrong and rarely match the player.

Both are tagged Interactive Fiction, Visual Novel and Story Rich.

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BURIED STARS

84% positive from 2,200 reviews202147% finish itDeck Verified

This is a narrative mystery adventure game where players uncover a murder through dialogue choices and social media mechanics, set in a cinematic, atmospheric style.

What players likedPlayers praise its engaging story, character drama, and tense mystery, comparing it to Danganronpa and the Nonary Game.

The catchThe same topics get rehashed with every character, and read text cannot be skipped.

Both are tagged Interactive Fiction, Visual Novel and Story Rich.

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Trials of Innocence

92% positive from 1,710 reviews202592% finish itDeck Playable

Courtroom detective game with evidence-based trials and witness interrogation. Features unique locations and a deep narrative.

What players likedPlayers praise "Trials of Innocence" as a smartly written visual novel detective game, similar to Ace Attorney, with a great storyline and memorable characters.

The catchThe English translation is rough and awkward, which makes following the trials harder.

Both are tagged Interactive Fiction, Visual Novel and Story Rich.

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Scheming Through The Zombie Apocalypse: The Beginning

81% positive from 1,028 reviews201812% finish it

This is a story-driven dark comedy game where you use persuasion to make animals scavenge for resources. You'll bargain, trade, and gamble to survive the zombie apocalypse.

What players likedPlayers praise this 2D side-scrolling adventure game for its great humor, entertaining dialogue, and cartoon art style.

The catchHeavy scripted dialogue with little actual gameplay between it

Both are tagged Interactive Fiction, Visual Novel and Story Rich.

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More about Noctuary

What players liked

Players praise Noctuary's challenging bullet-hell battles, interesting plot twists, and engaging story that blends visual novel elements.

The catch

It is far more visual novel than action RPG, with long dialogue between rare fights.

Reviews: 94% positive from 2,588
Released: 2023
Finish it: 25% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: $29.99 · Lowest ever $17.99 (2024-11-27)
Play: Single-playerFull controller support

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 94% positive, but with 2,588 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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