With so many dating games available on mobile devices, it’s hard to know where to start. Some have very obvious titles and others are less noticeable. We’ll help you find some of the most entertaining otome games you can play on the go (just make sure no one’s looking over your shoulder).
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From diverse titles that take you to faraway fantasy landscapes to more localized apps that keep it simple, here’s everything you need to know about the never-ending quest for love in an anime-inspired world. Here are our top picks we hope you’ll enjoy when it comes to romance and dating sims!
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My Horse Prince
Hear Me Out…
We listen and we don’t judge–except we certainly do judge a little. First, yes this is a real game. Second, it’s actually quite good, even if it gained traction for being a meme at first glance. It’s definitely out there in terms of otome games, but if you need a laugh (or just really like horses), it’s worth looking at.
It’s not that the horse prince is an anime boy, because he’s not. He is literally a horse, but our dear heroine is one of the select few that sees him as a hot guy. Nevertheless, since he is a horse, a lot of gameplay will revolve around training him to win competitions.
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Paradise Lost: Otome Game
Lost At Sea, But Not Alone
Shipwrecked on an island not found on any map, you set out to learn the hidden secrets of your newhome all while being pursued by six incredibly attractive people. Featuring both male and female options, the world is your oyster!
Multiple endings (and a secret locked ending) increase the replay value, so you’ll always have something to try again to see how your fate changes. As far as visual novels and dating sims go, this one paints a pretty picture of what’s to come.
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Disney Twisted-Wonderland
What If Disney Villains Were Hot?
Not quite a dating sim, yet holding all the other hallmarks of an otome game, Disney Twisted-Wonderland is perfect for someone looking for a subtle yet entertaining anime game on mobile. While you can’t date the characters, you can unlock plenty of vignettes, side stories, and artwork featuring your favorites.
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Inspired by Disney Villains with a twist, you’ll devour the plot and get swept away in a whimsical world of magic and mayhem. If you want more gameplay, Disney Twisted-Wonderland features both combat and rhythm games that help you progress through each chapter.
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Nicole
I’m Just Trying To Get To Class
Nicole was one of the first dating sims I played, and it completely fascinated me. Just your average university student, Nicole is faced with getting good grades while investigating a mysterious presence on campus. You can pursue a relationship with one of four guys, ranging from the typical jock to the sweet shopkeeper with a southern drawl.
No matter where you go, though, you’ll find something lurking around the corner. Will you solve the mystery and escape with your life or will you fail more than just your exams?
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Hakuoki
Kyoto Winds Carry Edo Blossoms
The Shinsengumi series takes a historical fiction approach, blending history with romance to create a duology you’ll play over and over to romance your favorite warriors. Idea Factory struck gold with this series, highlighting the transition from the traditional values of Japan to the ever-encroaching western ideals all while fighting your inner demons.
No, literally–you’ll watch your loved ones face off with zombie-like demons of their fallen soldiers, all while trying to uncover the secrets of your own past amid growing tensions that could lead to war. What’s not to love?
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Tears Of Themis
An Ace Attorney, A Psychiatrist, A Private Investigator, And An Heir…
Oh to be a lawyer in a Hoyoverse dating sim–oh, wait, you can be! Dive into the whirlwind of Tears of Themis to investigate crimes and prosecute the criminals while trying not to fall in love with your boss or your childhood friend. Believe me, it’s harder than it sounds.
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As a gacha game, Tears of Themis will tempt you to go all out to get cards with the newest artwork of your favorite characters. Don’t fall for it, or maybe do fall for them instead. You’ll have hours of entertainment and a story full of twists and turns to keep you company.
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The Arcana: A Mystic Romance
What Do The Stars Say?
One of the best free-to-play otome games on mobile is The Arcana. It’s a whirlwind of fate, scandal, and mystery that will leave you reeling no matter which route you take. Will you seduce the widowed queen or pursue the man accused of his murder? Will you find love with your mentor or melt the heart of his best friend instead?
Enter the world of Vesuvia, a diverse and queer-friendly dating sim that allows you to collect memories and complete chapters inspired by the Major Arcana tarot cards. Pick your pronouns and start romancing!
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Ikemen Vampire: Temptation In The Dark
This Game Really Bites
Who doesn’t love a good vampire love story? Ikemen Vampire: Temptation in the Dark takes historical fiction to a bloody new level, transforming iconic figures like Leonardo da Vinci and Shakespeare into creatures of the night.
The greatest men in history are all interested in you, but not for the reasons you’d think. Do everything you can to survive their mansion for one month, lest you give into temptation and become a midnight snack for one of history’s greatest minds. Then again, maybe that’s not such a bad thing.
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Amnesia: Memories
Which One Of These Guys Is Your Boyfriend? You Can’t Remember.
After colliding with a mythical being, you lose all your memories and have to carefully navigate the world while a mysterious figure hunts you down in the streets. Pick a suitor, inspired by the different card suits. As the first otome game I ever played, I still go back to this title and replay each route. The full story is hidden across four routes which can be played in any order.
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The different routes range from sweet and loving to deranged and dangerous, all twisted together into an amalgamation of stories that must be untangled if you’re ever to recover your lost memories and figure out where you belong, truly.
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Love And Deepspace
Lovers Across Time And Space
Featuring a fully-voiced 3D render of all your favorite love interests, pursue a star-crossed romance. Passing between time and space, a convoluted plot twists and turns to keep you guessing all while trying to unravel what happened to the person you love most.
While there are some spicier scenes, there’s nothing that can’t be explained away by lore or event progress. While you’ll spend most of your time working through the main story, you’ll also unlock special scenes and memories through affinity and limited-time events.
