Gambit

Gambit is a retro-inspired dark fantasy RPG where you recruit heroes, build your party, and face off against twisted creatures lurking in the dark. Every hero you encounter is unique — with different stats, traits, and moves — so no two playthroughs are ever the same.

Combat is turn-based and strategic, built on a rock-paper-scissors style type system, where martial, magic, and spirit moves interact in a constant dance of strengths and weaknesses. Choosing the right combination of heroes and abilities is the key to survival.

At the heart of exploration is a unique lantern mechanic — light keeps you safe, darkness invites danger. Turn your lantern off to attract enemies... or stay in the light and survive a little longer.

Gambit blends nostalgic pixel art with modern mechanics to create a world that feels both familiar and unsettling. The goal is to build a prototype that reflects the full gameplay loop: exploration, recruitment, tactical combat, and party management.