how do i start a ps3 game

this is the full log

what is elf\self?

is "boot elf\self" to play homebrew games and "boot game" to play commercial games?

Just use google, it isn't that hard:
ELF

So:
ELF = Executable and Linkable Format
SELF = Signed Executable and Linkable Format

Basically elf/self are the .exe of PS3, for the general population.
Commercial and homebrew games both have to have at least one .elf or .self.
Though ideally you want to place the folder which includes the games, into the "dev_hdd0/game" folder.

Like this:
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Someone other than me might be able to explain the .elf and .self better than me.