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About Counterpact
Counterpact is a 2D platform‑shooter that offers team‑based PvP and a solo mode called the Gilded Spire. Seven characters each have a distinct core mechanic, and every hero can equip alternate weapons that may shift their role while keeping those core abilities intact.
Progress is rewarded with Eclipsium, a currency earned by playing, which can purchase over 200 cosmetics such as outfits, pets, chairs and emotes. Cosmetics can be traded with other players, and new weapons are added over time.
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Unique Characters
Seven playable characters each bring a personal set of mechanics. Shiniko the Reaper delivers high damage but has low health and can Dash through enemies, while SYS.TR the Bulwark channels received damage into powerful auras via Rerouted Power.
Choosing a character defines the baseline playstyle—glass‑cannon aggression or a sturdier, aura‑focused approach. Regardless of the alternate weapon equipped, each hero retains these core mechanics.
- Try a high‑damage hero and a defensive hero to notice how baseline mechanics affect match flow.
- Observe how a character’s core ability interacts with any alternate weapon before committing to a loadout.
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Alternate Weapons
Every character has a variety of alternate weapons that can change the character’s role while preserving the core mechanics. These weapons expand tactical options without altering the fundamental abilities.
The developers plan to add new weapons over time, ensuring fresh choices for players and allowing adaptation to different match situations.
- Select a weapon that contrasts your character’s default role to explore new strategies.
- Watch update notes for additional weapons that may suit emerging playstyles.
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Cosmetics and Trading
Over 200 cosmetic items—outfits, pets, chairs, emotes and more—can be unlocked by earning Eclipsium through regular play. No microtransactions are required to obtain these items.
Players may trade cosmetics with one another, creating a community‑driven marketplace while keeping gameplay balance unchanged.
- Play matches consistently to accumulate Eclipsium for the cosmetics you want.
- Trade items you no longer need for those you desire to diversify your collection.
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Gilded Spire Solo Experience
The Gilded Spire provides a solo campaign of four floors filled with bulky enemies and traps. Completing the Spire offers a chance to earn riches, and the optional Blinding difficulty adds a tougher test.
The mode is separate from team‑based play, offering a focused challenge that scales through the Blinding setting for players seeking higher stakes.
- Learn enemy patterns on each floor before attempting Blinding difficulty.
- Choose weapons that complement the floor layout to manage traps efficiently.
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Multiplayer & Cross‑Platform
Counterpact includes online PvP where teams compete, and cross‑platform multiplayer lets Windows and Linux players face each other. Partial controller support is listed as a feature for those who prefer it.
Family Sharing is also noted, indicating the game can be shared among household accounts.
- Coordinate with friends on both Windows and Linux to broaden matchmaking options.
- Test partial controller support in casual matches to gauge comfort.
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