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Self-Checkout Unlimited

Explore and unravel the mall of your mind in this surreal adventure game.

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Developer
Argent Games
Publisher
Argent Games
Release
October 1, 2020
5 years and 306 days ago
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Very Positive97 reviews81.4%

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About the Game



An empty shopping mall after closing time.

Lost and alone inside a pristine relic of the past.

As sunset slowly approaches, navigate between surreal stores with only two cheerful PA announcers to keep you company. Can you unravel the mystery of your journey before it's time to say goodbye?

"Thank you for choosing Wilson Center Mall—a single stop for everything you'll ever need!"

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Inspired by the 8-circuit model of consciousness, the mallsoft/"dead mall" genre, and the book Prometheus Rising, Self-Checkout Unlimited is a unique exploration of both mind and matter.



Genre: Adventure, exploration, philosophical, surreal
Length: Short (~1-2 hrs, replayable)

-Explore a nostalgic late 90s/early 2000s indoor mall
-Relaxing atmosphere with minor puzzles and no time limits
-Different story elements based on your choices
-"Free Mall" mode—upon completion of the main game, explore the full mall and surreal areas freely
-An original soundtrack inspired by smooth mall jazz and surreal dreamy vaporwave/slushwave

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CONTENT WARNING: This game contains bright lights and flashing images that may cause discomfort or seizures for players with photosensitive epilepsy. It also contains sequences of eerie gameplay and minor jumpscares/startling moments, but it is not a horror game.
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