Sep 6

Ambition Plot Review: A Raw, Ruthless Dive into Corporate BL

Ambition Plot by Arbit for Yaoi Jam 2024 ain't your fluffy, romantic daydream. Nope, it's a brutal, NSFW look at the cutthroat world of corporate ladder-climbing with all the dirty office politics and scandalous affairs you’d expect from a Yaoi visual novel that isn’t scared to get a little vicious with a simplistic art style.

The title screen of the visual novel Ambition Plot shows two characters in a minimalist, black-and-white style with red accents. On the right, a smug-looking character with slicked-back hair touches his chin with a hand smudged with red lipstick. On the left, another character with long hair looks at him suspiciously. The background is light blue, and the title "Ambition Plot" is written in large black letters. Below the title are menu options: Load, About, Settings, Start, and Quit.

Ambition Plot’s Storyline: Dirty, Ruthless, and Raw

Ambition Plot follows Hart Lovelace, a bitter, frustrated secretary stuck in a hellhole corporate firm. He's drowning in resentment, cursing every newbie with a fresh suit and eager eyes who walks through those godforsaken doors. His boss? Trash. His co-workers? Trash. Hart’s been busting his ass trying to get somewhere, but life's been kicking him in the teeth.

Enter Evil Batlet, a hotshot financial analyst with a name as sharp as his arrogance. Evil's everything Hart wishes he could be—successful, smug, and walking a path lined with promotions. When Evil slides Hart a proposition (yeah, you can guess the type), things get messy. Hart sees a way out, or at least a chance to either lift himself or tear Evil down with him.

A scene from the visual novel Ambition Plot shows Hart and Evil standing in an office. Hart, on the left, is blushing and looking frustrated, wearing his usual light blue sweater vest and tie. Evil, on the right, is smirking confidently with a hand on his hip, wearing a white shirt with rolled-up sleeves. The office background includes large windows showing a city skyline. The text box at the bottom reads, "Evil: Don't worry, you're not the first for me neither. Although, I don't think I'm so easily seduced."

This visual novel takes the 'ambition' part seriously. It's packed with manipulative intentions, backstabbing, and steamy, scandalous office encounters that'll leave you either wincing or leaning in closer. It’s like an HR nightmare, but in a good way. The whole thing drips with tension, both corporate and sexual.

The Dark Themes of Ambition Plot by Arbit

Ambition Plot doesn’t hold back on the corporate messiness. It’s a visual novel—meaning you’re not making choices, you’re along for the ride. It’s 16,700 words of relentless BL (boy’s love) drama, and honestly, you won't want to skip a beat. It's all about the power plays, twisted desires, and desperation in a world where ambition can destroy you or bring you everything.

A scene from the visual novel Ambition Plot shows two characters, Hart and Evil, standing in an office. Hart, on the left, has long blonde hair and is dressed in a light blue sweater vest over a white shirt with a tie, looking frustrated and glaring at Evil. Evil, on the right, has short dark hair, wears a white shirt with black studs and sleeves rolled up, smirking confidently at Hart. The text box at the bottom reads, "Hart looked him up and down, taking in his Tom Ford shirt, pressed slacks, polished loafers, silver watch, and black studs. Evil looked like every other yuppie on Bay Street: young, dumb, and going places."

What makes Ambition Plot stand out is how real the bitterness and ambition feel. The characters are complex, flawed, and sometimes outright unlikable—exactly how they should be in this type of story. Hart’s resentment and Evil’s arrogance create this explosive dynamic that keeps you hooked. The writing from Arbit is sharp and doesn’t waste your time with filler fluff. Every interaction has purpose, every scene moves with intent.

Visuals and Sound in Ambition Plot by Arbit

The visuals? They’re simple but effective. Arbit uses backgrounds and silhouettes pulled from sites like Pexels and Pixabay, giving it a minimalist vibe that works. It’s not trying to wow you with fancy graphics, and that’s okay—it lets the tension of the story work its magic. The music, from Abstraction, is public domain but still manages to add to the cold, corporate atmosphere. It’s all about setting the mood, and it nails that with its stripped-down style.

A scene from the visual novel Ambition Plot shows Hart standing in an office, looking angry and frustrated. He is wearing a light blue sweater vest over a white shirt with a tie. Behind him is a large window showing a city skyline. In the foreground, a shadowy figure can be seen, facing Hart. The text box at the bottom reads, "As smoke filled the office, Hart bit back a grimace, holding his breath. The air dirtied faster than he expected."

Why Ambition Plot by Arbit Is Perfect for Yaoi Jam 2024

For Yaoi Jam 2024, Ambition Plot stands out. It’s bold, scandalous, and absolutely unafraid to tackle NSFW themes while still keeping the story engaging. It’s not just about sex (though there’s plenty of that)—it’s about ambition, power, and how far people will go to get what they want. Hart and Evil’s dynamic is messy, raw, and gripping as hell. The fact that Arbit managed to pack this much tension and drama into such a short visual novel is pretty damn impressive.

Final Thoughts on Ambition Plot by Arbit

Ambition Plot by Arbit is a wild ride through the grimy world of corporate affairs. It’s got everything: scandal, sex, ambition, and two characters who are both damaged and dangerous in their own ways. If you’re looking for a clean, cute love story, skip this one. But if you want something with teeth—something that’ll drag you through the dirt and leave you wanting more—then Ambition Plot is where it’s at. For fans of yaoi who like their stories darker and their characters flawed, this is a must-play from Yaoi Jam 2024. Be sure to play Ambition Plot by Arbit on Itch.io.

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