Gladius | Gladiator VR Sword fighting similar games & best alternatives

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

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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, Story, Fantasy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Health, Violence, Story.

Last update: 25/08/2026