A "visual novel" is a type of interactive fiction that usually includes static illustrations, character sprites, and dialogue. If you're looking for synonyms for this term, you may try some of the following: interactive story, graphic novel, romance game, choose-your-own-adventure game, or digital novel. Each of these terms can describe different aspects of a visual novel, depending on the central thematic, gameplay mechanics, or other design elements. Some examples of popular visual novels include "Doki Doki Literature Club," "Ace Attorney," "999: Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors," "Katawa Shoujo," and "Steins; Gate." Whether you're a fan of anime-style stories, sci-fi adventures, or murder mysteries, there's a visual novel out there waiting for you to discover it!