GLADIUM (2021)
- Developer
- Eirik Wiklund
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Action
- Rating
- 3.7 of 5, 83 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 2.2 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A relentless, top-down arena brawler where each parry and dodge carries the weight of ancient Rome and every boss demands you to learn through death.
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What players say
Players are split on GLADIUM: many love its weighty combat and arcade feel, but criticism focuses on imprecise hitboxes, a grind-heavy progression where losing a boss forces replaying earlier content, and the lack of multiplayer. The game is described as extremely difficult and repetitive, yet addictive for those who enjoy the challenge.
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