Underplayed Gems

To Have and to Hold (2023)

To Have and to Hold cover
Developer
ebi-hime
Platforms
Windows, Linux
Genres
Indie
Rating
4.5 of 5, 83 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

feels like a quiet, introspective drama where personal and family tensions simmer beneath a surface of polite social gatherings and small, awkward moments.

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What players say

Players praise the writing and art of this free BL kinetic novel about two cousins, though the incest theme is a major point of warning. Reviews note there are no player choices and the story is short but well-developed.

Screenshots

To Have and to Hold screenshot 1

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