Hmm, it really depends. If I just want to turn off my brain and enjoy the story then I very much welcome the handholding, especially after a long day.
But if I want to be truly immersed in the game and fck around and find out, then would prefer without the handholding.
Unprotected handholding...
Me personally, I dislike it because it makes me feel a great sense of betrayal after I have formed an attachment with said love interest, and me no likey that feeling. Though I'm definitely sure that there are people who are into that sort of thing so no judging. :D
How do you guys feel about...
I think personally what I like to see in this kind of genre is the emotional intimacy of it all, sometimes I don't mind if the romance is quick to build as long as it's well grounded but if they just throw themselves on the MC left right and center just because, it sort of feels hollow and yeah...
Oh cool beans! Thanks for letting me know, honestly everyone seems to be really friendly and helpful so talking to peeps so far has been really great!
The awesome recommendations I've got so far should help me kick start this adventure, thanks everyone!
P.S New recommendations are always...
Would love to look for some games to start with, wouldn't mind trying out community favourites, though would love to know why they are your favourites :3