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Games like Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana

Below are 19 hand-picked alternatives to Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana for fans of indie, casual, ranked by imho.run's hybrid recommender. Each pick is scored on three signals: collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries (which players who logged hours in Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana also play), content overlap on genres, categories, and storefront tags, and review-mined "vibe" embeddings that catch tonal similarity even when the genre label differs. Sections below cover closest matches, reviewer cross-mentions, cheaper alternatives, free-to-play picks, more from Dr. Cyril Splutterworth. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.

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About Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana: Want to learn to read Japanese? Let's start with hiragana! Learn the Japanese alphabet through puzzles and arcade-style challenges.

2019IndieCasual3.99 USDDeck PlayableWindowsby Dr. Cyril Splutterworth
Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana — Steam game cover
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Color coding helps visual memorizationFruit ninja style swiping feels engagingGradual difficulty curve prevents overwhelmChillLightheartedRelaxing

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?

    2012ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~63% under Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.

    2020IndieAdventure1.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Placid Plastic Duck Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given.

    2022SimulationCasual1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Peggle Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun! Aim, shoot, clear the orange pegs, then sit back and cheer as 10 whimsical teachers guide you to Peggle greatness.

    2007Casual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. shapez

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Casual with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    shapez is an easy-going, minimalistic factory building game about the automation of shapes through extraction and satisfying production lines. Adapt to increasingly complex shapes and grow your factory across an infinitely expanding map. Your only limitation is your creativity!

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. The Test: Hypothesis Rising

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    The second chapter in The Test trilogy. Answer a series of in-depth questions to reveal hidden truths about yourself and unlock secrets to discover how your life can change drastically with just a few, slight modifications. ...But are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Casual with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗

More from Dr. Cyril Splutterworth

Other recommendable Steam games by Dr. Cyril Splutterworth, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. Let's Learn Japanese! Katakana

    WHY THIS

    Shares a chill mood with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Another title from Dr. Cyril Splutterworth, the studio behind Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana. Shares Indie and Casual with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Want to read Japanese? Let's learn katakana! Learn the whole katakana alphabet through puzzles and arcade-style challenges.

    2019IndieCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Learn Spanish! Easy Vocabulary

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Dr. Cyril Splutterworth, the studio behind Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana. Shares Indie and Casual with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Learn over 200 Spanish words with authentic native pronunciation, mini-games and total immersion in Spanish.

    2019IndieCasual4.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Victoriana - Steampunk Text Adventure

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Dr. Cyril Splutterworth, the studio behind Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Gadgets, conspiracy and conquest await you in this steampunk text adventure. An interactive romp through Victorian England and the British Empire.

    2019RPG2.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Let's Learn Japanese! Vocabulary

    WHY THIS

    Shares a lighthearted mood with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Another title from Dr. Cyril Splutterworth, the studio behind Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana. Shares Indie with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Learn over 200 Japanese words by completing fun challenges. Unlock mini-games, art and music.

    2019Indie4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Let's Learn Korean! Hangul

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Dr. Cyril Splutterworth, the studio behind Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana. Shares Indie with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Study Hangul as you explore the Republic of Korea and learn about its culture, cuisine and history. Practice each new Hangul letter by playing fun mini-games.

    2020Indie1.24 USDSteam ↗
  6. Let's Learn Korean! Vocabulary

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Dr. Cyril Splutterworth, the studio behind Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana. Shares Indie with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Learn over 200 Korean words by completing fun challenges. Unlock mini-games, art and music.

    2020Indie4.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Whiskers & Tail

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Dr. Cyril Splutterworth, the studio behind Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana. Shares Indie and Casual with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Two cute mice are taking the laboratory by storm. Test your reflexes, memory and problem-solving skills by taking on a wide variety of puzzle-based tasks.

    2020IndieCasual2.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Let's Learn Japanese! Kanji Sudoku

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Dr. Cyril Splutterworth, the studio behind Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana. Shares Indie and Casual with Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana.

    Play Sudoku, with kanji! With over 50 levels and 4 different game modes, learn and practice Japanese number kanji at your own pace.

    2020IndieCasual2.99 USDSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana

Does Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana run on Steam Deck?
Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana is rated Playable on Steam Deck — it runs, but expect some manual adjustments (control remapping, text size, or graphics settings) for the best experience.
How much does Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana cost?
Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana is listed on Steam at 3.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Who developed Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana?
Let's Learn Japanese! Hiragana was developed by Dr. Cyril Splutterworth.

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