
A free Visual Novel about unrequited love, envy, friendship and forgiveness. Experience the story of Charlie, a completely normal Swedish college student that’s graduating next week. But before he does that, he has to say goodbye to all the friends that he made during his three years in town.
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Hold My Hand (Or Let Go) is a linear Visual Novel about unrequited love, envy, friendship and forgiveness. Experience the story of Charlie, a completely normal Swedish college student that’s graduating next week. But before he does that, he has to say goodbye to all the friends that he made during his three years in town.

That’s easier said than done though, since he’s still unhappily in love with his best friend Elvira. In order to keep their friendship from spiraling into chaos they decided to establish three different ground rules. But will they manage to keep all the rules and keep their feelings under control during the last night together with each other?

Charlie also has a Japanese friend called Toshihiro, who owns a bar in the town. Maybe there’s a chance for Charlie to take Elvira to this bar and introduce her to Toshihiro. But how did Toshihiro end up in Sweden? And why has he been so quiet about his past?

The last friend that Charlie has to say goodbye to is Benjamin, who he’s known all the way back since he moved to the town to study. Will their common interest in movies be enough when their friendship is put at risk? Or do they need something deeper? Find out about this, and much more, in Hold My Hand (Or Let Go).
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This game contains bright flashes of light and flashing images that may trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy or similar conditions. Player discretion is advised.
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Languages: English
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A very beautiful and emotional, but sad story in three different versions. Perhaps someone in a similar situation could find it helpful? Beautiful pictures that I would have loved to see more of.
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It's a good short story. I didn't understand why some parts happened the way they did, but the ending was nice, and the story has a very clear message.
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[h1] 毕业前说再见,比想象中难♥ [/h1] 瑞典大学生 Charlie 下周毕业,离开前得跟三年的朋友一一道别。但最难的是跟最好的朋友 Elvira 说再见,他还在暗恋她。三个人、三条规定,最后一起度过的那个晚上,能不能管住自己的感情? 三条路线、三个版本,每一条都在不同程度上切中那种“毕业前想说又不敢说”的心情。故事谈不上多新奇,但那种“她到底喜不喜欢我”的拉扯感确实很真实—,不是刺激的那种,是让人喘不上气的那种。画面虽然简朴,但故事本身已经撑起了一切。 有人说结尾收得太快,也有人觉得这是“讲完该讲的就走”。但青春本来就是这样,来不及细想就结束了。 we need chinse!!! [h1] 失意每多如意少,终古几人称屈。 -- 金缕曲·慰西溟 纳兰性德♥ [/h1]
It's free and nothing to lose. It's a good short and relatable story about unrequited love. The comparison to lactose intolerance is real though. I do love dairy but my face starts bleeding. I never loved any human being as much as I love cheesecake. 10/10 what a crazy ending. I didn't finish the new game plus but it's free and it's relatable so it's worth it.
For a game that appears low effort, I was surprised with how invested I was. It's a little somber, a little sweet and some of the endings are quite... odd. I feel like the story is aimed at a particular person in a particular situation. That being said, that doesn't detract from the overall experience. If it weren't for the other reviews, I would've passed up this game, thankfully I haven't. Definitely left a strange impression on me that'll stick for a long time.
This game is awesome. Don't let the presentation or lack of features pull you out, this is an unforgettable experience and a landmark writing achievement in gaming. It's 100% worth a try just to experience the story. Can't wait to jump in to the other routes and finish this journey.
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