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Gladius (Europe)

Xbox
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2004
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✪ Reviewed on June 26, 2023
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Gladiator tactical RPG in a fantasy-Roman universe. Deep and satisfying turn-based combat system, gladiator school to manage. Underrated at launch. One of the best tactical RPGs of the Xbox generation, deserves rediscovery.

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Category
Action RPG 2 players 12+
Description
Two apprentice gladiators - the Amazon Urlan and the Roman Valens - travel the ancient world to build their school and conquer glory in the arenas. Published by LucasArts, released in 2003 in the United States and in 2004 in Europe. Turn-based combat system with over 50 different fighters, a gladiator school mode, local 2-player co-op, and open-world progression.

Gladius review

4/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Striking"
3/5
Music
★★★★★
"Memorable"
3/5
Story
★★★★★
"Solid"
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"Pleasant"
Addictiveness
"Engaging"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Long"
Technical info
💾6 GB 📅06/02/2004
Published by LucasArts

Gladius (Xbox) price, value & rarity

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Q1 loose
 $17 Q6 complete
 $22 Q10 new
 $52 !
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Other versions
Gladius
USA
28/10/2003
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Gladius
France
06/02/2004
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Gladius
Germany
06/02/2004
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Is Gladius still worth playing in 2026?

A tactical RPG from LucasArts, Gladius has you run a gladiator school across the Empire, recruiting fighters of varied classes for turn based grid battles paced by a precision gauge system. The depth of the fights, the roster variety and the ancient arena mood make it an original, demanding tactical game. The measured pace and the lack of narrative relief weigh a little. An excellent tactical RPG for fans of turn based strategy and combat stable management.

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