{"id":77,"date":"2026-05-02T20:25:35","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T12:25:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aiero.com\/blog\/?p=77"},"modified":"2026-05-02T20:25:35","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T12:25:35","slug":"may-2026-dlsite-monthly-sales-top-10-analysis-sims-dominate-rpg-dark-horses-vtuber-asmr-crashes-the-chart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aiero.com\/blog\/en\/2026\/05\/02\/may-2026-dlsite-monthly-sales-top-10-analysis-sims-dominate-rpg-dark-horses-vtuber-asmr-crashes-the-chart\/","title":{"rendered":"May 2026 DLsite Monthly Sales TOP 10 Analysis | Sims Dominate, RPG Dark Horses, VTuber ASMR Crashes the Chart"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n

Every month, I personally check the DLsite monthly sales ranking<\/a> \u2014 because that’s where the real votes are cast. Gentlemen vote with their wallets, and the results never lie. May 2026’s chart is in, and it’s a wild ride: simulation games dominate, RPG dark horses crash the top five, and a VTuber ASMR title sneaks into the top ten. Buckle up \u2014 let’s break it down one by one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcca May 2026 DLsite Top 10 Monthly Sales \u2014 Full List<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Rankings are based on DLsite’s 30-day comprehensive sales chart<\/strong>, captured on May 2, 2026. Covers all categories: simulation games, RPGs, voice\/ASMR works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rank<\/th>Title<\/th>Circle<\/th>Price (JPY)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
\ud83e\udd47 #1<\/td>Simple Life with My Low-Presence Little Sister<\/td>\u9006\u6d41\u8336\u4f1a<\/td>3,069<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83e\udd48 #2<\/td>PUBPET<\/td>NEKOUJI<\/td>2,772<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83e\udd49 #3<\/td>My Capable Junior Aoi-chan! ~Our Cohabitation Begins~<\/td>\u3080\u306d\u306b\u304f\u305f\u3079\u305f\u3044<\/td>3,850<\/td><\/tr>
#4<\/td>Living Together for Two<\/td>PICOPICOSOFT<\/td>5,445 (55% OFF)<\/td><\/tr>
#5<\/td>Kakuren Kishou Quarta Almines & Tanjel EG<\/td>\u4e0b\u308a\u5742\u30ac\u30fc\u30c9\u30ec\u30fc\u30eb<\/td>2,277<\/td><\/tr>
#6<\/td>Death God’s Shop RExEX ~ Voice & New Scenario DLC<\/td>\u30b5\u30fc\u30af\u30eb\u51a5\u9b45\u4ead<\/td>2,970<\/td><\/tr>
#7<\/td>The Naive Cat Girl Elusha<\/td>\u3082\u3075\u3082\u3075\u611b\u597d\u4f1a<\/td>2,310<\/td><\/tr>
#8<\/td>Luna and the Dungeon of Lustful Traps<\/td>\u3055\u3080\u3089\u3093\u4ead<\/td>1,386<\/td><\/tr>
#9<\/td>My Neighbor Is My Fave VTuber!? ~A Lewd Encounter with the Voice Behind~<\/td>\u88cf\u3042\u304a\u304e\u308a\u5b66\u5712\/\u3053\u307e\u308b<\/td>1,650<\/td><\/tr>
#10<\/td>Nightmare Mansion: Infinite Prison<\/td>\u5f37\u3044\u5b50<\/td>3,410<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd1f #10: Nightmare Mansion: Infinite Prison \u2014 Dark RPG<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Nightmare
\u60aa\u5922\u5c4b\u6577\u30fb\u7121\u9650\u7262\u7344 \uff0f \u5f37\u3044\u5b50 \uff0f 3,410 JPY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

From circle “\u5f37\u3044\u5b50,” at 3,410 JPY with 718 ratings. It’s a dark-toned RPG built around dungeons, cursed mansions, and looping nightmare scenarios. If you like tension and psychological pressure in your games, this one deserves a look. \u2192 View on DLsite<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

9\ufe0f\u20e3 #9: My Neighbor Is My Fave VTuber!? \u2014 ASMR Crashes the Top 10<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"My
\u96a3\u4eba\u306f\u63a8\u3057VTuber!? \uff0f \u88cf\u3042\u304a\u304e\u308a\u5b66\u5712\u00d7\u3053\u307e\u308b \uff0f 1,650 JPY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The biggest surprise of the month: a pure voice\/ASMR work cracks the overall top ten. Produced by \u88cf\u3042\u304a\u304e\u308a\u5b66\u5712\u00d7\u3053\u307e\u308b, priced at 1,650 JPY with 1,000+ ratings. The VTuber neighbor premise hits the sweet spot of approachable fantasy \u2014 more relatable than isekai, more intimate than anything. Headphone users, this one’s for you. \u2192 View on DLsite<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

8\ufe0f\u20e3 #8: Luna and the Dungeon of Lustful Traps \u2014 Dungeon Crawler RPG<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Luna
\u30eb\u30ca\u3068\u6deb\u6b32\u306e\u30c8\u30e9\u30c3\u30d7\u30c0\u30f3\u30b8\u30e7\u30f3 \uff0f \u3055\u3080\u3089\u3093\u4ead \uff0f 1,386 JPY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

From \u3055\u3080\u3089\u3093\u4ead, at 1,386 JPY with 1,315 ratings \u2014 exceptional value. Luna stumbles through a gauntlet of dungeon traps, and the design keeps players hooked. Accessible price point, solid reputation. Perfect entry point for dungeon-crawler fans. \u2192 View on DLsite<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

7\ufe0f\u20e3 #7: The Naive Cat Girl Elusha \u2014 Catgirl RPG<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"The
\u4e16\u9593\u77e5\u3089\u305a\u306e\u732b\u30a8\u30eb\u30fc\u30b7\u30e3 \uff0f \u3082\u3075\u3082\u3075\u611b\u597d\u4f1a \uff0f 2,310 JPY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

From \u3082\u3075\u3082\u3075\u611b\u597d\u4f1a, at 2,310 JPY with 886 ratings. Elusha is a catgirl who knows nothing of the world \u2014 the “innocent + willing to learn” character archetype that catgirl fans adore. Strong character design and growing word-of-mouth in RPG circles. \u2192 View on DLsite<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

6\ufe0f\u20e3 #6: Death God’s Shop RExEX DLC \u2014 Dark RPG Legacy Returns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Death
\u6b7b\u795e\u5546\u9928RExEX \uff5e\u30dc\u30a4\u30b9\uff06\u65b0\u898f\u30b7\u30ca\u30ea\u30aaDLC \uff0f \u30b5\u30fc\u30af\u30eb\u51a5\u9b45\u4ead \uff0f 2,970 JPY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\u30b5\u30fc\u30af\u30eb\u51a5\u9b45\u4ead brings back Death God’s Shop RExEX with new voice acting and a new scenario DLC at 2,970 JPY. The base game’s fanbase is massive, so this DLC entry is no surprise. Dark world-building, strategic RPG combat with NTR elements \u2014 a must for lore-first players. \u2192 View on DLsite<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

5\ufe0f\u20e3 #5: Kakuren Kishou Quarta \u2014 This Month’s Biggest Dark Horse<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Kakuren
\u99c6\u932c\u8f1d\u6676 \u30af\u30a9\u30eb\u30bf \u30a2\u30eb\u30df\u30cd\u30b9\uff06\u30bf\u30f3\u30b8\u30a7\u30eb EG \uff0f \u4e0b\u308a\u5742\u30ac\u30fc\u30c9\u30ec\u30fc\u30eb \uff0f 2,277 JPY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The standout newcomer of May. From \u4e0b\u308a\u5742\u30ac\u30fc\u30c9\u30ec\u30fc\u30eb, at 2,277 JPY. Dual heroines \u2014 Almines and Tanjel \u2014 with dedicated fan bases for each. The EG version adds a substantial amount of new story content and CG. Only 522 ratings so far, meaning it’s still ascending \u2014 now is the time to get in. \u2192 View on DLsite<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

4\ufe0f\u20e3 #4: Living Together for Two \u2014 55% OFF! PICOPICOSOFT Masterpiece, Best Time to Buy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Living
\u3075\u305f\u308a\u3050\u3089\u3057 \uff0f PICOPICOSOFT \uff0f 5,445 JPY (currently 55% OFF)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

PICOPICOSOFT is a name that carries serious weight in doujin circles. “Living Together for Two” tops the chart with 3,772 ratings \u2014 the highest in this month’s top ten \u2014 and it’s currently on sale at 55% off. Simulation + romance + daily life interaction all in one. Best value of the month, no argument. \u2192 View on DLsite<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

3\ufe0f\u20e3 #3: My Capable Junior Aoi-chan! \u2014 A Win for the Junior Archetype<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"My
\u3067\u304d\u308b\u5f8c\u8f29\u30a2\u30aa\u30a4\u3061\u3083\u3093\uff01 \uff0f \u3080\u306d\u306b\u304f\u305f\u3079\u305f\u3044 \uff0f 3,850 JPY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

From \u3080\u306d\u306b\u304f\u305f\u3079\u305f\u3044, at 3,850 JPY with 2,013 ratings. The title packages this month’s two hottest tropes: junior colleague + cohabitation<\/strong>. The blend of visual novel storytelling and simulation gameplay is executed with real care. This is one of the old veteran’s top picks for the month. \u2192 View on DLsite<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2\ufe0f\u20e3 #2: PUBPET \u2014 The Evergreen Raising Sim That Never Leaves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"PUBPET
PUBPET \uff0f NEKOUJI \uff0f 2,772 JPY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

NEKOUJI’s PUBPET, at 2,772 JPY with 1,005 ratings. It’s not new \u2014 but it’s still here every month. That says everything about its quality. Character design, interaction depth, and replay value are all top-tier. If you haven’t played it yet, catch up. If you have, keep going. \u2192 View on DLsite<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfc6 #1: Simple Life with My Low-Presence Little Sister \u2014 May’s Sales Champion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Simple
\u548c\u5b58\u5728\u611f\u8584\u5f31\u306e\u59b9\u59b9\u4e00\u8d77\u306e\u7c21\u55ae\u751f\u6d3b \uff0f \u9006\u6d41\u8336\u4f1a \uff0f 3,069 JPY \uff0f May Champion<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

May’s top seller goes to \u9006\u6d41\u8336\u4f1a’s “Simple Life with My Low-Presence Little Sister.” At 3,069 JPY with 1,789 high ratings. The “low-presence” sister archetype has become its own micro-genre in doujin \u2014 a sister consistently overlooked by everyone else, yet endlessly precious to the player. The game builds intimacy through daily moments, accumulated emotion, and gradual unlocking of closeness. It doesn’t rely on shock value. It earns it \u2014 and that’s why it’s #1. \u2192 View on DLsite<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcc8 Trend Watch: Sims Dominate, RPGs Rise, ASMR Makes Its Move<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2460 Simulation titles own the top 4.<\/strong> Daily life, romance, cohabitation \u2014 this year’s formula hasn’t changed, and May proves it’s not going anywhere. For a deep dive into the best simulation games, check out our earlier feature: Top 10 Galgame Recommendations for 2026<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2461 RPGs take spots #5 through #10.<\/strong> Every title that made it in has a clear differentiator \u2014 dungeon traps, catgirls, dual heroines, dark atmosphere. Generic RPG mechanics alone won’t cut it anymore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2462 ASMR enters the overall top 10 for the first time.<\/strong> The Western and Asian markets for voice work are clearly converging. If you’ve been sleeping on audio-only releases, now’s the time to invest in a good pair of headphones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\ude97 Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

May’s chart delivered. Returning favorites, unexpected dark horses, and a genuinely surprising ASMR entry \u2014 every slot earned its place. Want to explore the broader world of adult doujin content beyond DLsite? The old driver recommends heading over to AI Fengyu (AIEro)<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 that’s home base, and there’s always something worth your time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See you next month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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