Don't Shoot Yourself!

About

"Don't Shoot Yourself!" is a minimalist puzzle shoot 'em up game that explores the madness of your consciousness. Survive 100 bullets, representing your thoughts, to break through inner conflicts across 6 mindfulness states and 3 difficulty levels. The game challenges you to confront and survive your own mind, with the reminder: "Don't Shoot Yourself."

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

Unique and engaging gameplay that combines puzzle and bullet hell mechanics, providing a fun challenge.
Great audio and visual design, with a soothing soundtrack that enhances the gaming experience.
Varied difficulty levels and clever level design keep the gameplay fresh and interesting.

Game-breaking bugs and glitches can hinder the experience, making certain levels unplayable.
Hints can be intrusive and there is no option to disable them, which can detract from the puzzle-solving experience.
Some players may find the game short and lacking in variety, leading to boredom in later levels.

gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The gameplay in Dsy is characterized by its unique mechanics, where players must navigate and dodge their own bullets in cleverly designed levels, providing a refreshing twist on the reflex-gameplay genre. The controls, particularly mouse-driven, enhance the experience, making it both engaging and challenging, though some players noted that this can lead to chaotic moments. Overall, the game offers a satisfying blend of soothing environments and escalating difficulty, keeping players invested throughout.
- “Dsy is one of those games that at first may seem simple to play, and the mechanics do start there, but it can become a fun and fast-paced run of planning out your path in an environment that is both soothing to play (thanks to a fantastic musical accompaniment) and challenging enough to give your casual gameplay fix a satisfying play experience.”
- “The gameplay control is very well done; using the mouse was my favorite method of control, and it made the more challenging difficulties a joy to experience.”
- “The gameplay premise is original and the game keeps you engaged.”
- “Although this does add to the gameplay, it doesn't feel like it makes much of an addition to the way the game is played.”
- “It's pretty good, but I found that due to the game being mouse-driven, some of the mechanics made things more chaotic than they should have been.”
- “The gameplay itself is just dodging your automatic stream of bullets reflecting all over the increasingly more challenging level designs.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The music in Dsy is highly praised for its fantastic and well-implemented soundtrack, which enhances the gameplay experience by providing a soothing and calming atmosphere. Reviewers appreciate how the music complements the game's creative mechanics, making for a satisfying and enjoyable experience. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that adds depth to the game.
- “Dsy is one of those games that at first may seem simple to play, but it can become a fun and fast-paced run of planning out your path in an environment that is both soothing to play (thanks to a fantastic musical accompaniment) and challenging enough to give your casual gameplay fix a satisfying play experience.”
- “The soundtrack is very well implemented and provides a calming and relaxing experience that is very nice to listen to.”
- “The soundtrack is also pretty great and fits the feel of the game very well.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's graphics are praised for their appealing and colorful simplistic style, which is consistently maintained throughout the experience, enhancing the overall presentation.
- “The graphics style is very nice looking and presents itself well in a simplistic but very colorful manner.”
- “I also want to comment on the graphics and soundtrack of the game.”
- “The whole game sticks to this graphics style, and I believe it benefits well from it.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players noted that while grinding can be challenging, it occasionally veers into frustrating territory, particularly in zen mode, where some levels may require excessive time and effort to complete.
- “There were a handful of moments where the sense of challenge dipped too far into frustrating and tedious as I struggled with some levels for an hour or two, but this was only really happening in Zen mode (the highest difficulty).”
- “The grinding feels endless, and it often takes away from the enjoyment of the game, making it feel more like a chore than a challenge.”
- “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which made the gameplay feel monotonous and unengaging.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The story introduces a unique twist by incorporating bullets as a key element in the quest, adding an unexpected layer to the narrative.
- “The story takes unexpected turns that keep you engaged and invested in the characters.”
- “The narrative is rich and immersive, making every decision feel impactful.”
- “I was captivated by the depth of the storyline and the complexity of the characters.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, leaving me with little emotional investment in their journeys.”
- “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises or depth.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report significant stability issues, including frequent glitches that hinder the usability of certain game elements, leading to a frustrating experience.
- “The game is plagued with glitches that make it impossible to use some elements.”
- “Frequent crashes and bugs severely impact the overall experience.”
- “I often encounter stability issues that disrupt gameplay and immersion.”