What HOLEHOLE is
HOLEHOLE is a relaxed first-person adventure where you explore a map, pick up scattered objects, and talk to the residents you find. One day the player falls into a hole, and from there you wander the dungeon on your own terms, looking for items and searching out people to speak with. Conversations play out in a visual novel style, so a lot of the story comes from the words rather than from combat or set pieces. There is no specific purpose attached to each day, and you are free to skip exploration entirely if you would rather just spend time with the residents. The tone mixes a dark setting with cute characters, and the game carries LGBTQ+ themes.
Playing it together
HOLEHOLE is built as a singleplayer experience, but it supports Remote Play Together, which means one person who owns the game can host a session and invite friends to join in over the internet. Since the game is played at a slow, unhurried pace with a lot of walking and talking, a group can treat it like a shared watch-along: one person drives while the others follow the conversations and suggest where to wander next. There are no markers for objects or quests, so having a second pair of eyes helps when you are trying to remember what you have already picked up or who still needs an item. Progress is entirely at your own pace, which suits a group that wants to drop in and out without anyone feeling rushed.
What to know before starting
Going in, expect few pressured tasks and no quest log pointing you forward. The game gives you a clear set of goals if you want the true ending: eat to increase your status, win the one and only battle, and give items to three people. Everything else is optional, and you can reach the ending in your own order. The dungeon is a 3D space you navigate in first person, and the tags include hidden object and collectathon elements, so keep an eye out for things tucked away rather than expecting a guide. The game is tagged for controller support, and the content includes nudity alongside the dark and atmospheric setting, so it is worth knowing that before you stream it or play it in a group. Streaming is allowed for individuals and businesses without needing permission.