A great visual novel adaptation should be accessible to viewers who haven't played the novel, meaning the anime should stand on its own, no matter how good the original work is.

"[Since] the 1990s, visual novels have kind of remained the same. 2D sprites on a 2D background on the top, branching choices, save points. That kind of stuff," said Chen. "But no one has really ...

This article explores ten notable anime adaptations of visual novels, highlighting their diverse themes and storytelling. From the emotional depth of "Clannad" and the sci-fi intrigue of "Steins ...

Steins;Gate stands as one of anime's top titles, ... If that is the case, then visual novel fans will eat good in 2025, so fans will want to keep a close eye on the series ahead of this reboot.

Could you imagine Eastenders or Dynasty as an anime visual novel? No, us neither – but that’s more or less the premise of Re:Burn The Bonfire of Taiwan.. Inspired by a landmark Taiwanese drama ...

Nukitashi, initially an acclaimed adult visual novel, emerges as an eagerly anticipated anime adaptation. Originating in 2018, the game's success led to manga and anime developments. The teaser ...

On Friday, January 10, 2025, a new website and X account were opened to share a promotional video and visual for The Water Magician anime. According to the short clip, the series is set to be ...

Available on: PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S “Scarlet Nexus,” a new action role-playing title from Bandai Namco, blends anime, visual novel stylings and a robust ...

A quarter-century after its original release, Kanon - one of the most celebrated visual novels ever made - has finally hit Steam with its first official English translation. Kanon puts you in the ...