Overview

Chinese Gaokao (中国式高考) is a simulation and RPG hybrid that drops you into the shoes of a Chinese high school student preparing for the infamous national college entrance exam. Developed by 泽宇众达 and YangShuai, this casual life sim focuses on the weekly grind of study sessions, skill acquisition, and exam performance.

It launched on Steam on October 17, 2026, and supports both English and Simplified Chinese.

The core loop revolves around QTR gameplay—a mechanic that lets you continuously improve your mastery of knowledge points during each study session. Successfully completing a QTR earns you points that can be used to draw skills from a randomized pool.

The rarest red skills provide a significant boost to your learning efficiency, adding a layer of luck and strategy to your study plan.

Highlights

  • QTR Study Mechanic: Engage in weekly study sessions where you enhance your mastery of specific knowledge points through QTR gameplay, making each session feel like a mini-puzzle.
  • Skill Gacha System: Earn points from successful QTRs to draw random skills. Pulling a rare red skill can dramatically accelerate your learning, giving you a competitive edge.
  • Daily and Weekly Challenges: After the last class each day, you receive a summary. Achieve an S+ rating across all subjects to earn an extra skill point. Every weekend, you face 9 exams, and afterward you can compare your scores with classmates subject by subject.

Who It's For

If you enjoy time-management sims, life sims, or games that blend strategy with a touch of randomness, Chinese Gaokao offers a unique twist on the academic grind. It's also a fascinating cultural window for anyone curious about the pressures and routines of Chinese high school students.

The game is currently in its early days with no user reviews yet, so early adopters can shape the community.

Game Info

  • Genre: Casual, Simulation, RPG, Job Simulator, Hobby Sim, Life Sim
  • Developer: 泽宇众达, YangShuai
  • Publisher: YangShuai, 泽宇众达
  • Release Date: October 17, 2026
  • Modes: Multi-player (though the description focuses on solo study, the Steam listing includes multiplayer features)
  • Languages: English, Simplified Chinese
  • Price: Paid title—check the latest Steam listing for current pricing.