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Gladius | Gladiator VR Sword fighting

2022

Should you play it?

Gladius is an immersive VR sword fighting game set in ancient Rome. As a gladiator, you will choose your weapons, train against different enemies, and finally fight for your freedom in an epic battle against the mightiest warriors and mythical creatures of the time. Win the crowd and you will win your freedom.

What works
  • Immersive gladiator atmosphere
  • Variety of weapons and enemies
  • Physical and engaging combat
  • Active developer support and updates
  • Good value for price
Things to keep in mind
  • Early access bugs and glitches
  • Clunky animations and hit detection issues
  • Limited multiplayer and social features
  • Some anachronistic and fantasy elements
  • Movement and control frustrations for some players

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Island 359™

  • UNDERDOGS

  • Pistol Whip

  • Voids Vigil

  • In Death

  • Drums Rock

  • The Wizards - Enhanced Edition

  • Mirage Feathers

  • Bloodthief
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Island 359™

  • Voids Vigil

  • Drums Rock
If you liked…

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  • Escapism

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  • Health

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  • Progression

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Gladius | Gladiator VR Sword fighting: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Fellowship, Domination. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Health. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Fellowship, Cooperation.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

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  • Competence

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  • Competition

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    "Some competitive elements via achievements and leaderboards implied, but mostly cooperative and personal progression focused."

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  • Continuation

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  • Cooperation

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    "Gameplay is primarily single-player with individual management focus; co-op is planned but not yet implemented."

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  • Domination

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    "Interactions emphasize skill and mutual challenge rather than exerting superiority or trash talk; respectful combat focus."

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  • Escapism

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    "Players immerse in ancient Roman gladiator management, escaping real life through strategic simulation and roleplaying."

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  • Expectation

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  • Expression

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    "Character and equipment customization allow personal expression within game constraints."

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  • Fantasy

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  • Fellowship

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  • Growth

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  • Health

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    "Physical activity and workout aspects are emphasized; players report sweating and arm exercise."

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  • Idle

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    "Requires active attention and physical engagement; not suited for passive or background play."

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  • Relaxation

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    "Some players find flow and catharsis, but the game also involves tension and challenge."

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Last update: 11/07/2026