"Hold Me Closer" is a story-driven platformer, with a focus on visuals. The story is shown in fragments, with the player exploring the world and solving puzzles to unlock the full story.

As the player, you are the mother of a little girl who has just lost her father. You go to the forest to bring back the glowing orbs, but you find that the forest is filled with monsters and other strange beings. You have to solve puzzles and fight enemies to get home.

The gameplay is based on running and jumping, with a focus on action and speed. There are multiple worlds and levels, each with their own story and puzzle-solving gameplay.