Gladius Xbox
Gladius Image
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79 out of 100

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8.5 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 18 Ratings

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  • Summary: The darkness of the Great War has passed, and the lands of Gladius are peaceful once more. Now combat takes place only in the gladiator arenas, where schools from around the world compete for the title of Imperial Champions. Follow the grand saga of two young heroes, Ursula and Valens, as they recruit and train a team of warriors and compete in the gladiator games. Battle with deadly weapons and powerful magic as you learn vital combat tactics and enhance your own characters. … Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 31
  3. Negative: 0 out of 31
  1. Game Informer
    93
    With more depth than all of Minnesota's lakes combined, Glaius offers a level of immersion that no other strategy game can offer. Complex as the game is, the basic premise is deceptively simple. [Oct 2003, p.137]
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  2. XboxAddict
    86
    Has a ton of game play to offer, although it does get a little slow, dull and repetitive at times.
  3. Official Xbox Magazine
    85
    Repetitive battle music and minor camera issues aside, if you can stand the slow, turn-based nature of Gladius, you'll love it. [Dec 2003, p.154]
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  4. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    72
    Tremendously deep warrior-customization options and rich strategy elements make Gladius absolutely worthwhile and fun, but prepare to invest serious time. [Dec 2003, p.185]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 18
  3. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. LoganD.
    10
    Just plain fun.
  2. JoonasL.
    8
    I wish this game had been marketed. You know, at all. I only discovered it a few days back and it's sweet.
  3. CalebR.
    7
    The images sucked ass. Story was pretty cool.
  4. NeilD.
    0
    Dire control system, irritating soundtrack and lack of any inspiring details.

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