Don't Shoot Yourself!
- April 10, 2015
- Silverware Games, Inc.
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"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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Reviews
- 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.
- gameplay14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
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.”
- music6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
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.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
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.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
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.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
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.”
