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Lightning Oath · Published by Lightning Oath
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
A fast paced action roguelike focused on precision combat and punishing boss fights. Embark on a mythic journey to discover your Golden Self.
Action, Adventure, Indie · 2026 · More free games
Venture into a world of action and adventure as you uncover the mysteries of your Golden Self. In this indie game, precision combat and challenging boss battles propel you through a mythic quest.
About this game
Descend Into Your Own Psyche
Golden Self is a surreal action roguelike about confronting the fragments of who you are.
Battle inner demons, explore shifting dreamscapes, and uncover the truth waiting at your Core.
Gameplay
Fast, responsive combat where every strike matters.
Chain dodges, abilities, and weapon forms to survive the ever-changing trials of your mind.
Explore and Adapt
Unlock powers that alter your playstyle with each run.
Experiment with builds, abilities, and relics as you grow stronger or spiral deeper.
Replay and Rebuild
Every run is another chance to understand yourself.
Adapt, overcome, and descend again, drawing from a pool of over 440 items.
Unravel Your Inner Truth
Explore the seven different endings, each revealing a different piece of the Golden Self.
So what are you waiting for?
Developed by Lightning Oath, a solo developer
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i5-4670K @ 3.40 GHz
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 650 (2 GB)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 800 MB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel Core i5-4670K @ 3.40 GHz
- Memory: 8 MB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 650 (2 GB)
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 800 MB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
PLAYTEST LIVE
Hello Seekers! It's been a while since the last update, but a lot of progress has been happening behind the scenes.I'm excited to finally open Golden Self's Playtest and let players experience the game while helping shape the upcoming demo.Here's what’s new: ⭐ Playtest Now OpenThe Golden Self Playtest is now live on Steam.If you'd like to help shape the upcoming demo, you can request access directly on the store page.Your feedback will help guide future improvements. ⭐ DiscordI also opened a Discord server where players can share feedback, report issues, and discuss ideas for the game.Discord link:https://discord.gg/83rfGjyGqt⭐ Visual UpdateThe visuals of Golden Self have received a major upgrade, including improved environments, props and overall visual cohesion.⭐ New Boss, Cutscenes and ItemsA new giant Boss has entered the world of Golden Self.This encounter introduces players to the core mechanics of the game. If you can master this boss, you are ready to dive deeper into the challenges ahead.New cutscenes have also been added to strengthen the atmosphere and narrative flow of the game.Additionally, many weapons have received new abilities to make each item more unique and interesting.⭐ Save / Load SystemA full save and load system has now been implemented, allowing players to continue their journey more smoothly.⭐ Looking AheadA major announcement is coming soon. I can't reveal much yet, but more will be shared in the coming weeks.My focus now is to create more exciting giant bosses, further polish gameplay, expand the visuals, and continue building a strong community around the game. 🛠 Preparing for the DemoThe goal of this playtest is to gather feedback and shape the demo together with the community.Golden Self continues to evolve day by day, and your feedback will play an important role in shaping its future.Thank you for following the development of this solo project and for all the support along the way.See you in the playtest! Until the next update, Light...Read full article on Community Announcements (chrisverv)AnnouncementsOfficial
Visual Improvements, New Capsule Art & More
Hello Seekers!Welcome to my first post announcement :DThis past month, I’ve been working hard on improving all aspects of the game.Here’s what’s new:⭐ New ContentAdded two new bosses to the game.Added new cutscenes to improve the game’s atmosphere and narrative flow.Enhanced the combat so every hit feels more satisfyingReworked the visuals of four game areas⭐ New Capsule ArtReplaced the old capsule with professionaly made Capsule Art.⭐ New TrailerAn updated trailer showcasing the fast-paced combat, environments, and overall tone of the game.⭐ Social Media SetupGolden Self now has active pages on X, YouTube, and TikTok, where I am posting short devlogs, updates, and gameplay clips.🛠 Preparing for the DemoMy goal is to release a demo in the coming 30 days, so I'll be focusing on this front in the coming days.Day by day, the world of Golden Self is coming alive.More details will be shared soon !!! Thank you all for the support and for following the development of this solo-dev project !!!Until next update,Lightning OathRead full article on Community Announcements (chrisverv)






