Counterstrike is a popular game that involves a first-person shooter gameplay. The game sets players on a mission of combating terrorism and taking down enemy combatants. Although counterstrike remains a widely accepted term, there are several synonyms that describe a similar concept. Some of these synonyms include retaliation, counterattack, counteroffensive, reprisal, and counterblow. These words portray the idea of striking back or responding to an attack, much like counterstrike does in its gameplay. Regardless of the synonym used, the overall objective remains the same- taking down the enemy, protecting one's territory and fighting off hostile adversaries.