Visual Novel is an Interactive genre of video game, introducing static visuals, often using live action stills, and anime-style art, originated in the 1990s in Japan. Visual Novel Games comprise narration and have some interactive and adventure elements, a form of adventure video game which may involves puzzle-solving and other kinds of gameplay. The genre is distinguished from other game types by its minimal and generally gameplay. The player interaction in these games is limited to clicking to keep the text, sound moving and graphics, while selecting the choices along the way to advance through the plot. Most games have several storylines and offers multiple endings, depending on the choices made by the player. The gameplay style is similar to interaction-fiction, shorter or less detailed books. Most Visual Novels are based on Drama, themes involving family or romance, but visual novels focused on fantasy fiction, sci-fi, and horror fiction. Visual Novel games are famous for their immersive gameplay and enable the players to assume the lead the role in the story, giving the player a personal fell when playing.

22 Best Visual Novel Games for iOS

#1 Steins;Gate

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Steins;Gate is an Adventure, Visual Novel, and Single-player video game developed and published by 5pb., Nitroplus. The game serves as the 2nd title in the series of Science Adventure game, following Chaos; Head. The plot revolves around a group of students as they find out and create technology that enables them to change the past. It brings non-linear gameplay and comes with a branch of scenarios with courses of the intersection. The game needs a little interaction from the player as most of the time of the gameplay spent on reading the dialogues, appearing on the playfield which represents either the thoughts of the protagonist or the dialogues between different characters. Like other Visual Novel video games, there are specific points where the player is given choices to affect the direction of the story or end of the game. During the gameplay, the player can interact with other players, make choices, and can engage himself/herself in non-linear gameplay. The player will discover multiple different endings, depending on the choices, the player made in-game. With the exciting story, superb graphics, and addictive gameplay, Steins;Gate is the best game to play and enjoy.

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#2 Chaos;Child

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Chaos;Child is an Adventure, Visual Novel and Single-player video game developed by 5pband published by PQube. The game serves as the fourth installment in the series of Science Adventure, and it is a sequel to Choas;Head , released in 2008. In the game, the player takes on the role of the protagonist named as Takuru Miyashiro, who is the president of his newspaper club of school. The player receives the option to select at the multiple points throughout the storyline if the protagonist should experience a negative or positive delusion. The choices taken by the player will directly affect the storyline and change its direction. The game split into multiple storylines, during the playthrough the player needs to play the main narrative, after completing the game, other routes will become available to play. Each route revolves around one of the characters of the game, dealing with non-player character motivations and secrets not uncovered in the main narrative. Main Route, Nono Route, Hana Route, Hinae Route, etc. are prominent parts of the storyline. Try it out, if you love playing Visual Novel games.

#3 Roommates

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Roommates is a Visual-Novel, Adventure-based, Romance and Single-player Dating Simulation created and published by Winter Wolves. The story of the game follows Anne and Max their 1st year of college in which they share the so-called Latin house with other roommates and experiences different scenes in his daily life such as Halloween party, spring break and other special occasions, etc. At the beginning of the game, the player can select his playing character between Anne and Max. After choosing his character, the game allows the player to get into the game world. Roommates offer a brilliant combination of classic novel gameplay with dialogues communications and another choice to make. It allows the player to plan his activities for the week and raise States in order to get the good ending. It is one of the best novel-based video game that immerses himself deep into the brilliant game world. Roommates offer Ultra-HD visual details, fantastic game mechanics, quite impressive gameplay and dynamic background music.

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#4 Surviving High School

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Surviving High School is a 2005’s Top trending Episodic Interactive Fiction and Visual Novel video game distributed worldwide by EA Mobile. The game offers new episodes every week and lets the players enjoy a gameplay similar to its Sister game Cause of Death (Closed in 2014). Surviving High School offers characters from another Sister Game, High School Story by Pixelberry Studios. Surviving High School offers a Choice-based gameplay and allows the players to choose their own Adventures and Interactive Fiction. The game is set in a School named as Centerscore High where it features very typical and recognizable Student characters. The players are allowed to control several unique student characters, and they are given the option to choose two or three decisions that may or may not affect the outcome of the each original story. Surviving High School offers an episodic gameplay, and the episodes are grouped into Volume Sets. Each Volume Set contains eight mini-episodes. According to the storyline, the game allows the players to control the character of Autumn Brooks, a Student of Centerscore High. Autumn gets bullied, faces all the bullies with the choices she can make and finally gets transferred to High School Story (Sister game), where she accompanies other characters such as Owen, Wes, and Kami. With an entirely unique concept, Bullying and Anti-bullying themes, loads of cool characters, beautifully created visuals and an impressively addictive gameplay, Surviving High School is a fun Interactive Fiction and Visual Novel video game to play and enjoy.

#5 Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney

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Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney is an Adventure, Visual Novel and Single-player video game created and published by Capcom. The game revolves around the character named Phoenix Wright, who is a rookie defense attorney and struggles to declare his clients “not guilty.” There are other tree characters such as Mia Fey (phoenix’s assistance), Maya and Edgeworth. The player can assume the role of the protagonist through two different sections such as courtroom trials and investigations. During the investigation, the main objective of the player is to collect information and evidence, and during trials, the player must cross-examine witnesses and ask the question from the prosecutor, the judge, and the witnesses. The whole story of the game is consists of five cases, and the fifth case being introduced to the Nintendo platform. The player must complete the game, and try to defend his clients in different cases. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney offers core features such as Investigation Sections, Courtroom Sections, Evidence, different Scenes, etc. With superb mechanics, addictive gameplay, and wonderful story, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney is the best game to play and enjoy.

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#6 Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Spirit of Justice

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Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Spirit of Justice is an Adventure, Visual Novel, and Single-player video game developed and published by Capcom for multiple platforms. The game serves as the 6th title in the series of the Ace Attorney video game. It continues the investigation in courtroom where it end in the previous title. In the game, the player assumes the role of the protagonist, who must effort to defend his clients in courtroom. Like previous entries, the chapters in the game are split into two types of gameplay such as Trails, where the player must use evidence to locate the contradictions in witness testimonies, and Investigation, where the player has to collect information from non-player characters and find evidence. The game comes with multiple endings, depending on the decisions taken by the player. It offers fast-paced and entertaining trails with investigation gameplay. Colorful Cast of Characters, Surprising Twists, Divination Scenes, Rich Content, etc. are prominent features in the game.

#7 Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Dual Destinies

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Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Dual Destinies is an Adventure, Visual Novel and Single-player video game created and published by Capcom for Android, iOS and Nintendo 3DS. It serves as the 5th marvelous title in the series of Ace Attorney and takes place one year after the original title, Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney. According to the story, the system of court has entered a dark era of fabricated evidence and false charges. You assumes the role one of different characters such as Apollo Justice and Athena Cykes, the lawyers who must defend his clients in different cases and struggle to restore confidence in the courts. It split the gameplay into different investigation sections, where you struggles to find the evidence and interrogate the suspects, and trails. The game features fast-paced gameplay and introduce a variety of cases to solve. You can manipulate the environment, find clues, and proves that your clients are innocents. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney: Dual Destinies offers prominent features such as Engaging Investigations, Select your Way to Victory, Fast-paced Gameplay, different Characters, Additional Content to Unlock, and more. Try it out.

#8 Dear Diary

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Dear Diary is an Adventure and Single-player Simulation developed and published by Tapps Games for Android and iOS. The story revolves around the female protagonist named as Anna, who needs your help to decide her destiny. During the gameplay, you’ll encounter a girl, who is making her way through her school life, and you must assist her to make challenging decisions. Every decision you make in the story will interfere directly in the fate of the protagonist. There are other characters also available such as Rick (the famous football player) and Martin (the smart guy). The game introduces multiple endings, depending on the decisions taken by the player. As the story progresses, multiple choices appear on the screen, and you have to select one of them to take action. Interact with a cute guy, go to date and progress through the story to become the master. With a brilliant story, addictive text-based gameplay, and superb graphics, Dear Diary is the best game to play and enjoy.

#9 Amnesia: Memories

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Amnesia: Memories is a mix of Visual Novel, Otome-based, Romance, and Dating Simulation elements developed and published by Idea Factory International. The game supports Single-player mode and revolves around a female protagonist who must hide her recent loss of memory while exploring the relationships with five different men. You can get into the role of the female protagonist, and you have to select your romantic path in the beginning. There are five different people, each with a different story, and unique personality. You have to choose one of five men as your love interest and progress through the story. Go to date with the guy and find a place to romance. There are twenty multiple endings, depends on the decision taken by you. The game features three different mini-games such as Air Hockey against other Characters, Rock, Paper, Scissors, etc. Amnesia: Memories offers prominent features such as Parameters Affect your Relationship, Five new Men. Unlockable voice Images, etc. With superb gameplay, impressive graphics, and well-written story, Amnesia: Memories is the best game to play and enjoy.

#10 To Be or Not To Be

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To Be or Not To Be is an Adventure, Female Protagonist, Visual Novel and Single-player video game created and published by Tin Man Games for multiple platforms. The game puts the player in the role of the female protagonist named as Hamlet, who must manipulate the story, and revenge her father’s death. During the gameplay, the player can also assume the role of Ophelia and effort to make scientific discoveries. He/she assumes the role of the King Hamlet Sr. and can die in the first chapter. The player will discover sweet art as the player play from more attractive artists, including Anthony Clark, Kate Beaton, Mike Krahulik, and more. The game rewards the player with experience points which he can use to unlock additional content. There are three characters such as Hamlet, Hamlet Sr., and Ophelia each with unique adventures and abilities. The player has to select one of three characters to start his/her adventure. He/she can travel through time, fight against pirates, and kill bad guys to advance through the story. To Be or Not To Be offers core features such as Bring the Evil King to Justice, Multiple Stories, Learn new things, and more. Try it out, and you’ll like it.

#11 Demi Lovato: Path to Fame

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Demi Lovato: Path to Fame is an Adventure, Interactive Drama and Single-player Simulation created by Episode Interactive. It takes place in the stunning environment and revolves around the female protagonist, who must navigate multiple stories, make choices, romance and flirt with guys her way through a variety of episodes. Before starting the game, you have to select your avatar, customize it using multiple accessories and items to look gorgeous. Start your career and control your destiny. Struggle to become the role model, make new friends, raise up your level, and date your crush and flirt with non-player characters. Using customization, you can design your avatar, select the best outfit, and style from dozens of options. Explore the iconic locations around the world to immerse yourself in romance experience and earn thousands of fans. Demi Lovato: Path to Fame includes core features such as Visit Amazing Locations, Hang out with Demi, Dress like a Superstar, Design your Avatar, and Control your Destiny, etc. Try it out.

#12 Is-it Love? Drogo: Vampire

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Is-it Love? Drogo: Vampire is an Adventure, Otome-based, Visual Novel, and Single-player Simulation developed and published by 1492 Studio. It mixes the Romance and Dating elements and revolves around the female protagonist who moves to the mystery mansion to follow the thrilling and exciting course of its university. The player takes on the protagonist’s role to simulate the game. During the gameplay, the player needs to take decisions to progress. The mansion is populated with mysterious creatures and the player encounter during the gameplay. As the game progresses, it becomes tough and unlocks further content to enjoy. He can interact with non-player characters to get the information about the objective that the player has to accomplish at any cost. It features multiple ends, depending on the decisions taken by the player. With exciting gameplay, brilliant mechanics, and beautiful graphics, Is-it Love? Drogo: Vampire is the best game to play and enjoy.

#13 Soy Luna: Your Story

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Soy Luna: Your Story is an Adventure, Role-playing, Visual Novel and Single-player video game developed by Lincun S.A. The game takes place in the beautiful world where you can create your character using lots of accessories and outfits. It brings lots of exciting stories that you can explore during the game to progress through the game. You can be friends with Simon, Nina, Luna, etc. while interacting non-player characters using dialogues. It features multiple ends, depending on the decisions taken by you during the gameplay. You can earn money by completing the tasks and can use to unlock further content or can use real currency to get access to additional features. Participate in multiple activities like singing competition, dancing, and more. With prominent features, addictive gameplay, and superb graphics, Soy Luna: Your Story is the best game to play.

#14 Campus Crush

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Campus Crush is a Visual Novel, Romance and Dating Simulation created by Episode Interactive for Mobile Platforms such as Android and iOS. The game takes place in the fantasy-based world based on University named Lockwood and supports Single-player mode. There are different characters, and you can take on the role of one of them. The main goal is to get into the university, make friends, find your love, and unearth the mystery of your scholarship. Flirt with handsome guys and struggle to find a date for the formal. The game includes multiple stories, dialogues, characters, and ends. You can play in your style, and the end of the story depends on the decision taken by you during the gameplay. Go on dating adventure, meeting a mysterious guy, and complete your quests to earn points and progress through the story. Explore Campus, Find College, Customize your Look, Decide your Future, etc. are the prominent features of the game. Try it out, and you’ll enjoy it.

#15 My Story: Choose Your Own Path

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My Story: Choose Your Own Path is an Adventure, Visual Novel, and Single-player Simulation developed by Nanobit Games for Android and iOS. It takes place in the fantasy world and puts you in the role of the female characters who can interact with environment and non-player characters, find his love, go to date and romance. Using customization, you can create and personalize your avatar, select your hairstyle and clothes. Put yourself in the experience of college drama, be a movie star, show off your abilities and make new friends. Score the points and unlock or shop new dresses, hairstyles and accessories. The game starts with multiple choices, and you must to select one of them to progress through the story. You needs to select your choice carefully your one choice can change the entire story of the game. My Story: Choose Your Own Path offers core features such as Decide What Happens, Create your Look, Design your Clothes, Experience different Lives, Dozens of Stories to explore and more. Try it out.

#16 High School Life

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High School Life is a Fantasy, Virtual World, Fashion and Single-player Simulation developed and published by Sunstorm by TabTale. The game takes place in the fantasy world and lets you a chance to live your second life and enjoy the experience of high school. There are different characters available, and you can create and customize your own using lots of items, and accessories. You can interact with cute boys, make friends and can dance with your boyfriends on parties. Create your own story, explore the world, try lots of outfits, live in your way and make a date with friends. The ultimate task is to become popular to find your love. It has multiple levels, and each level offers exciting gameplay. It has five stories to explore, and you can chat with boys and go on dates for fun. Text your Friends, Meet with Boys, Five Stories, Shopping for Outfits, etc. are prominent features of the game. Try it out, and have fun.

#17 My Horse Prince

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My Horse Prince is an Adventure, Otome-based and Single-player video game for mobile platforms such as Android and iOS released by Usaya Co, Ltd. The game offers a superb gameplay revolves around a horse with a handsome human face. It has a variety of levels and each level needs a completion of objectives. It centers on tapping gameplay, in which you must tap the screen on the items, appearing with time to get scores. The game casts you in the role of the female protagonist, who must talk to horse to boost his energy. A specific amount of point needed to complete the level. Follow the story of love about a horse and a girl. Completed levels are saved in the album automatically. My Horse Prince includes core features such as Item occur with time, a series of Levels, exciting Story, Engaging Gameplay, Touch Controls and more. Try it out, and you’ll enjoy it.

#18 Princesses’s Maid

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Princesses’s Maid is an Amine-based, Visual Novel and Single-player Dating Simulation developed and published by Toki Production. It offers an exciting story which revolves around two twin princesses who are going to get married to people who they don’t know. The game includes a variety of NPCs to interact and features a series of dialogs. To get into the game world, you can select your character and your ultimate task is to progress through the game. It is a mix of otome-based and dating simulation. As the story progress, other content will be unlocked. Progress through the game by navigating your Kingdom, interacting NPCs, and unearth the secrets of the groom by which you are get married. The graphics and mechanics of the game are fantastic and addictive. Engage yourself in visual novel gameplay experience and enjoy multiple ends depend on your decision. With the well-written story, addictive mechanics, and smooth gameplay, Princesses’s Maid is the best game to play and enjoy.

#19 Linda Brown: Interactive Story

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Linda Brown: Interactive Story is an Adventure, Interactive Drama, and Single-player Simulation developed by The Other Guys for Android and iOS. The game offers a superb environment where it takes place and brings exciting characters. You choose your style from available and can customize it using tons of accessories and items. The game takes you on the journey of mystery and romance where you can interact with the non-player character, make decisions and flirt with others. You can write your own story and become the heroine of your story, who is responsible for the end. Travel around the globe and explore amazing locations to unearth the mysteries. Use dialogue system to interact with non-player characters, date your crush, and fulfill the objectives to progress through the game. Unlock bright dresses and items using the points and try necklace, outfits, etc. to look gorgeous. With multiple endings, superb story, and exciting gameplay, Linda Brown: Interactive Story is the best game to play.

#20 City of Love: Paris

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City of Love: Paris is an Interactive Drama, Romance, and Single-player Simulation developed and published by Ubisoft Entertainment for Android and iOS. The game takes the player in the interactive drama experience where mystery, romance, and the lifestyle elements take place. The world is full of colorful characters, and the player needs to select his favorite one and customize it using lots of items. During the gameplay, the player can encounter lots of non-player characters, create a relationship and unearth the secrets of the strange environment around him. The player acts as the heroine, who can write his unique story and can explore the iconic city to find new friends and flirt with cool boys. The game starts with the protagonist who is interviewing for a job in the beautiful Paris. She can immerse herself in story scenes and lifelike animations. Exploration Paris, Story Scenes, Unravel the Secrets, Create your Love, Dating your Crush, and more. Try it out, and you’ll love it.

#21 Episode: Choose Your Story

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Episode: Choose Your Story is an addictive, and Visual-based Simulation where you can interact with the animated story created by people just like you. The game lets you a chance to share your story with other people through this game. To get into the game world, you have to select your path, create your character, customize it with different outfits to look beautiful and write your script. It combines the elements of romance, dating, fantasy and adventure. The ultimate task is to explore the game world to find job, love, and home. It rewards you with experience points as you complete objectives and you can use your points to buy clothes and other stylish outfits. Earn money by doing the job, hang out with the coolest clique, find romance by dating and fall in love. You are able to date the hot boy and can decide the path to romance. The game world filled with lots of mysteries and you must reveal each one to progress in the game. It lets you a chance to become whatever you want. Episode: Choose Your Story offers core features such as Find Romance, amazing Outfits, and Hot Guys to date, different Paths, and more. Try it out and you’ll enjoy it.

#22 Episode

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Episode is an addictive, Visual Novel, Dating, Interactive and Fantasy Simulation created and published by Episode Interactive. The game focuses on romance, drama, and fashion elements and lets you select the character, choose your path and get into the game world. Customize your avatar and try different outfits to look unique among other players. It takes place in the virtual world populated with thousands of other online players around the globe. Enjoy thousands of stories and create your own and share with fellows and others. Navigate the world, find a handsome guy, go on a date and join parties. In the game, you’ll meet a handsome guy of your dreams but be aware from Regina because she won’t let you meet him. Explore the exciting scenarios and enjoy the gameplay. Interact with thousands of other players, hang out with the clique and make new friends. Episode includes core features such as Create your unique Look, Flirt with others, Make Friends, Join Parties and more.