The Counter Gambit

The Counter Gambit

Released Jan 2026

A revenge-themed visual novel. After a decade of study, I entered a top university, only to be framed in the library and unjustly imprisoned. Now at rock bottom, how can I break free? Is there any chance left to flip this ruined life of mine?

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Details

Developer
Publisher
Pimp Studios
Achievements
10
Platform
Windows
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

From a top student to a prisoner—how quickly can a life be ruined? 

After a decade of relentless studying, you made it to the prestigious Jiangzhou University. 

But your bright future was extinguished in the library, where you were framed by a manipulative senior student looking to secure her own academic success at your expense. 

Sentenced by a biased judge and condemned by public opinion, you lost everything.

You are Xiao Wen (renamable), a 19-year-old introverted scholar whose future was stolen. 

Now, released early from prison, you are no longer the naive boy who couldn't defend himself in court. 

You have returned from hell with nothing but the ruthless skills you learned inside.

This is not just a story of simple revenge; 

it is a battle of wits, an open conspiracy, and a grand layout. 

It is time to turn the tables, reverse your destiny, and take back what is yours.

Characters

Su Yuan: A university senior who appears innocent and harmless. It was her accusation years ago that single-handedly shattered your peaceful life and cast you into the abyss.

Zhou Haiyi: Hailed as the "Rose of the Scales," she is a star judge and a leading figure in Jiangzhou. The presiding judge who biasedly sealed your fate and sentenced you to prison is now a towering, seemingly insurmountable wall standing between you and your revenge.

Zhong Qianxue: The young Chairwoman of a renowned real estate group in Jiangzhou. Beneath her glamorous facade, she appears to be single-handedly holding up a crumbling empire on the brink of collapse.

Fang Ning: Zhong Qianxue's best friend and a fiery elite lawyer. She treats you with hostility from the moment you meet, yet the legal idol she worships turns out to be...

Features

1. A gripping, twisting revenge story with over 100,000 words of text.

2. All main characters feature multiple outfits and animated character sprites.

3. Supports up to 4K resolution, bringing every detail of your revenge to life.

4. Your choices will determine the final outcome.

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