Gladius
Xbox- Publisher: LucasArts
- Release Date: Oct 28, 2003
- Also On: PC, PlayStation 2

- Summary:
- Developer: LucasArts
- Genre(s): Strategy, Turn-Based, Fantasy
- # of players: 1-4
- Cheats: On GameFAQs
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 23 out of 31
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Mixed: 8 out of 31
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Negative: 0 out of 31
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Game InformerWith 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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One of the best strategy RPGs Ive had the opportunity to play.
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Blends strategy and action in a gladiatorial arena to stimulate both your mind and your thirst for violence.
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While the game is quicker-paced and more interactive than most in the genre, it is ultimately a fine representative of a genre that's heavy on lengthy battles and a lot of invested time.
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While the storytelling and gameplay are a bit on the slow and awkwardly paced side, Gladius can be a pretty deep and engaging tactical RPG.
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Many action-oriented gamers arenat going to like this game at all, but you strategy buffs will be pleased that Gladius is such a strong contender, because you really dont have any other options. There are no other games like it.
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The actual gameplay of Gladius is innovative, but the execution is just as slow as the story telling. Combat is dished out through turn-based clashes; when an arena is filled with at least a half-dozen pugilists, the action tends to be very, very sluggish as you wait patiently for your next turn.
Score distribution:
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Positive: 15 out of 18
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Mixed: 2 out of 18
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Negative: 1 out of 18
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LoganD.Apr 29, 2005Just plain fun.
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Mr.LawrenceNov 1, 2003Yeah! Finally a decent, no, a Superb game from Lucasarts... The game creates an unbelievably addictive atmosphere..
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CubbyBoyMar 10, 2004Awsome, unbleiveable. I love it.
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KelR.Nov 5, 2003
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DougB.Mar 21, 2004Perfect except the slow play, they should give the opprion to skip some the the NPC characters actions when they aren't in combat.
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JoonasL.Jun 4, 2006I wish this game had been marketed. You know, at all. I only discovered it a few days back and it's sweet.
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NeilD.Sep 16, 2003Dire control system, irritating soundtrack and lack of any inspiring details.
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