Here’s a look at the Ren’Py visual novel scene (especially on Android) as of 2025 — what Ren’Py is doing, what to expect, some good (and older) titles, and tips if you want to get into playing or making Ren’Py VNs on mobile.
What is Ren’Py & Android Support
Ren’Py is an open-source engine for visual novels / interactive storytelling. It’s widely used by hobbyists and indie developers to build branching stories, romance / mystery / fantasy / slice-of-life, etc.
Some relevant technical/publishing notes for Android:
Ren’Py supports Android 5.0+ for running published games, though performance on lower-end / older devices may vary.
Packaging is done through the RAPT tool (Ren’Py’s Android Packaging Tool), alongside usual Android dev tools.
There are limitations: size of files, optimization, screen aspect-ratios, compatibility differences. Developers often have to adjust artwork / interface / assets to perform well on mobile.
What to Expect in 2025
While the core of Ren’Py hasn’t dramatically changed from the last few years, some trends are noticeable:
Better polygons / artwork, richer character art, more voice / sound effects in indie VNs.
More VNs from itchio / indie creators explicitly flagged for Android (or mobile-friendly builds).
More attention to performance (texture sizes, memory, loading) because of wide variety of Android hardware.
Growth of “wholesome / inclusive / genre hybrid” stories (romance + fantasy, romance + mystery, LGBT+ themes, etc.) in Ren’Py space.
That said, a lot of recent Ren’Py titles are still PC / web first, with Android ports coming later (if the developer has time/resources).
10. DEMON CURSE
| Available On: Android | Developer: Scarypumpkin |
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| Version: v0.54 Public | Get Game: Download Link |
09. SUMMER IN THE CITY
| Available On: Android | Developer: FlipDaShit |
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| Version: S1 v1.0 | Get Game: Download Link |
08. FOUR ELEMENTS TRAINER
| Available On: Android | Developer: Mity |
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| Version: v1.1.6b | Get Game: Download Link |
07. INDECENT WIFE HANA
| Available On: Android | Developer: Fallen Eros |
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| Version: v0.46 Patreon | Download: Click Here! |
06. UNDER YOUR SPELL
| Available On: Android | Developer: Shady Characters |
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| Version: v0.3.5p | Download: Click Here! |
05. SECRET ISLAND
| Available On: Android | Developer: NocturnalDev |
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| Version: v0.14.8.0 | Get Game: Download Link |
04. ISEKAI BROTHEL
| Available On: Android | Developer: Isekai Brothel |
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| Version: v0.69.5 | Get Game: Download Link |
03. SHINIGAMI SEDUCTIONS
| Available On: Android | Developer: Naughty Narratives |
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| Version: v0.7 | Get Games: Download Link |
02. GAME OF WHORES
| Available On: Android | Developer: MANITU Games |
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| Version: v0.31.1 | Get Game: Download Link |
01. SUPERHEROES SUCK
| Available On: Android | Developer: Solace |
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| Version: v2.042 Public | Get Game: Download Link |
