Holding Hands

Holding Hands is a 2D sandbox visual novel for players who enjoy slow-burn family romance stories with a warm, nostalgic countryside setting. The tone leans gentle and sun-soaked rather than dramatic.

Story

Sent away for the summer while his mother awaits a new baby, the protagonist stays with his mother's relatives, the Yumesaki family, in the remote village of Natsukaze. Surrounded by rice fields, cicada song, and a handful of affectionate older female relatives, he spends the month growing closer to them, with how far those bonds go left for the player to decide.

Gameplay

Play unfolds as a sandbox summer, moving between days in Natsukaze and choosing how to spend time with the Yumesaki women staying under the same roof. Conversations and shared moments build affection with each character, gradually opening new scenes as the vacation progresses. Progress depends on managing daily routine and attention across the household rather than following a single fixed path.

Features

• Hand-drawn 2D art with voiced scenes
• Multiple older female relatives to build individual relationships with
• A single-summer village setting that frames the whole game
• Sandbox-style day structure with a defined start and end point