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By Myself

UDStudio · Published by UDStudio

4 user reviews — 75% positive (4 reviews) · 4 achievements

Last updated 28 Sept 2026

A 2D horror and psychological-horror game based on puzzles and mysteries to uncover the truth about a child left alone. Engaging mechanics, a memorable story, and original soundtracks.

Early AccessDJCTQ 14

£0.95

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5 Sept 2026Lowest: £0.95 · Highest: £0.9510 Oct 2026

Indie, RPG, Early Access · 2026 · More under £5 games

Explore the eerie world of By Myself, an indie RPG where you solve puzzles and unravel mysteries as a child left alone. Engage with unique mechanics and a hauntingly memorable story.

About this game

How loud can the silence be in your own house? Step inside and find out.

​By Myself is an intense psychological horror thriller in 2D, where you take on the role of a child left alone, navigating their fears and the disturbing mysteries of their environment. Trapped in this domestic nightmare, you must unravel the central puzzle and try to escape before time runs out forever.

​Key Features and Gameplay:

  • Unique 2D Exploration: Navigate a claustrophobic domestic environment in 2D. Use the perspective to plan your movements and stay alert for details the scenario might hide.

  • ​Engaging Mysteries and Puzzles: Explore the detailed and claustrophobic initial environment (bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom) and use key items to interact with the world, solving the puzzles that advance the narrative and unlock new pathways.

  • ​Challenges Against Time (Timer Events): Face high-pressure sequences where interacting with the surrounding world is crucial. You must complete objectives and overcome challenges before the clock expires. Failure can lead to permanent consequences and environment resets.

  • ​Striking Narrative: Follow the story divided into chapters that explore themes of loneliness and trauma, utilizing cutscenes and environmental lore to build a deep and emotional experience.

  • ​Item Progression Mechanic: Collect and utilize the 8 key items found in Chapter 1, which are vital for your survival and for unraveling the house's mysteries.

​Original soundtracks and immersive audio design complement the constant psychological tension.

​Story and Objectives:

​Your mission is clear yet challenging: Seek to understand the world you encounter, and try to escape. With every new room unlocked and every mystery solved, you move closer to the truth about what truly happened. Your journey's progression will be marked by advancing through chapters and overcoming the cruelest timer events.

System Requirements

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Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows 7, 8, 10 or 11 (64-bit)
  • Processor: Intel Celeron or equivalent
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics (integrated) or equivalent
  • Storage: 100 MB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit)
  • Processor: Intel Dual Core or higher
  • Memory: 6 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Newer Intel HD, modern Radeon integrated graphics, or basic dedicated GPU
  • Storage: 200 MB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible

Supported Languages

English, Portuguese - Brazil, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Italian, Simplified Chinese, Korean, Spanish - Latin America, Japanese, Portuguese - Portugal, Russian

Latest news

  • Patch NotesOfficial

    Minor bug fix

    Fixed the bug that prevented the game from starting.
    Read full article on Community Announcements (UDStudio)
  • Patch NotesOfficial

    Quality of Life & Story Update

    After receiving your feedback regarding bugs and story beats, I’ve worked on the necessary adjustments to ensure the best possible experience while keeping the dense atmosphere of By Myself intact.Bug Fixes:Final Timer: Resolved the issue when attempting to start a 'New Game'.Visuals: Fixed sprite layering/overlap issues with environment objects.Text: Reviewed and corrected dialogue lines in the tutorial.Menu: Improvements to the New Game / Load Game system.What’s New:Interactivity: Interactable objects now feature visual highlights when approached.Narrative: Implemented a new cutscene system and added a fresh scene to improve story comprehension.Immersion: Added 2 new sound effects.If you encounter any further bugs, please let me know as soon as possible. I’m keeping a close eye on everything to provide the best version of the game for you!
    Read full article on Community Announcements (UDStudio)
  • Patch NotesOfficial

    Chapter 1 Complete

    Chapter 1 is officially released, featuring necessary updates for better performance and gameplay quality.New features in the full Chapter 1, compared to the Demo version, include:New items added;New mission added;Expanded starting area;The gameplay experience is now complete, with all features expected for the Chapter 1 launch.Future updates will include bug fixes and performance improvements. If you find any bugs, please let us know!
    Read full article on Community Announcements (UDStudio)

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