Underplayed Gems

Swords and Sandals Spartacus (2019)

Swords and Sandals Spartacus cover
Developer
Whiskeybarrel Studios
Publisher
eGames.com
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure
Rating
2.8 of 5, 39 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 35 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A retro arcade action platformer with fast combat against Romans, feeling like a pixelated gladiator adventure.

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What players say

Players are split on this retro platformer. Many praise its fast, arcade-style action and nostalgic 16-bit look, but a large number report game-breaking bugs like falling through floors and getting stuck in walls, especially in later levels. The default keyboard controls and lack of volume sliders also draw criticism.

Screenshots

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