7 unique dating sims to try this Valentine’s Day

It’s the most romantic time of the year, which means it’s the perfect time to try out a dating simulator. One of the most saturated genres of gaming, there are countless dating sims–mostly in the form of visual novels–available online, but most end up feeling more or less the same with cookie cutter characters and romances.

For anyone looking to spice up their Valentine’s Day with a taste of virtual romance, these dating sims, which range from cute and quirky to intense and horrifying, will do the trick.