SELF

A text-based mystery told through a simulated CRT screen

doBell · Published by indienova · Released Jan 15, 2020

Reviews: Mostly Positive; 78% of 255
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Players: 0; daily peak, Oct 29, 2026
Steam Deck: Untested
Last update on Steam: 6 years ago; Apr 13, 2020
Minimum PC: Supports 800 * 600 resolu…; 2 GB RAM · 1 GB disk; Full requirements

What is SELF?

SELF is a single-player psychological adventure where you search for your missing father while others ignore his disappearance. You read fragmented scenes, gather clues, solve puzzles, and play bullet-hell minigames, making choices that lead to different endings as dreams and memories overlap with reality.

For you if...

+you enjoy interpreting stories rather than receiving direct explanations

Not for you if...

−you want uninterrupted reading without arcade-style challenges
−you prefer linear stories over exploring alternate endings

What players say

78% of 255 reviews are positive

Players praise the music and surreal visuals for building atmosphere. Some find the minigames dull or unnecessary.

Screenshots and trailer

SELF system requirements

Minimum: Supports 800 * 600 resolu…, 2 GB RAM, 1 GB of disk space.

As published by the developer.

Can my PC run SELF?

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Minimum

OS: Windows 7 or above
Processor: 1.6GHz or above
Graphics: Supports 800 * 600 resolution
Memory: 2 GB RAM
Storage: 1 GB available space
DirectX: Version 10

Does SELF have co-op or multiplayer?

No: single-player only, no multiplayer modes declared.

Single-player

Does SELF run on Steam Deck?

Untested Not yet tested by Valve on Steam Deck.

PC version details

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Full controller support
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Achievements: 15
Steam features: Cloud saves, Family Sharing
Languages: Text only: Simplified Chinese, English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese.

Does SELF use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 27, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam