Gladiator School
- November 9, 2017
- Raptor Claw Games
- 10h median play time
Get on Steam"Gladiator School" is a combat-focused, action strategy game where players manage their own gladiator school in ancient Rome. Train gladiators, manage resources, and engage in intense battles to rise through the ranks and earn fame and fortune. With a variety of enemies, weapons, and arenas, players must balance strategy and tactics to ensure their gladiators' survival and success.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is fun and provides many hours of gameplay, especially for fans of gladiator themes.
- Building and upgrading gladiators and the school is enjoyable, offering a satisfying progression.
- The developers are active in updating the game and responding to community feedback, which shows commitment to improvement.
- The game suffers from repetitiveness and a lack of depth, leading to a grind that can become tedious over time.
- There are numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, including issues with the user interface and functionality.
- The game has undergone significant changes that some players feel have detracted from its original charm and mechanics.
- graphics26 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the visuals as poor and unpolished, while others appreciate the colorful art style and smooth gameplay. Many reviewers suggest that graphics are not the primary focus of the game, indicating that players should not expect high-quality visuals. Overall, there is a consensus that improvements in graphics and polish are needed.
“What a fun game! I enjoyed and am still enjoying the colorful graphics and smooth play. No glitches as far as I have seen. Well done, a gladiatorial gem!”
“If you don't care about any graphics, just go and try the game immediately.”
“Graphics: you're not buying it for the graphics.”
“This game is quite the mess; the visuals are terrible, the music is boring along with the sound effects, and the game has its fair share of bugs which should've been dealt with before its full release.”
“This new change in both art style and overall gameplay has drastically hurt how polished this already unpolished game looks.”
“Art style feels worse.”
- gameplay26 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with players noting some enjoyment despite significant issues such as bugs and a lack of polish. Many criticize the repetitive and slow mechanics, which feel unoriginal and overly simplistic, often leading to long periods of grinding without much engagement. While some updates have improved certain aspects, the overall experience remains hindered by broken mechanics and a lack of variety.
“It was fine figuring some of the mechanics out, but it's not very obvious, like that you have to assign a gladiator to the bed.”
“[updated] So the devs finally updated the game; you can tell it's the boxing game reskinned. The fighting mechanics are weird but better.”
“75% of the screen is unused for gameplay; why not use that to put those buttons there?”
“Instead of fixing the broken mechanics and polishing the game, the devs just copied Boxing School.”
“Fun for a time, extremely slow and repetitive gameplay.”
“No updates, broken gameplay, waste of money.”
- story18 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The game's story is polarizing, with some players enjoying the epic narrative and gladiator elements, while others criticize it for being incomplete and lacking depth, noting that many NPC dialogues reference features that are either missing or were removed during development. Additionally, several users mention that the game has little to no story, likening it to a mindless runner experience.
“Epic story.”
“I like the grinding and the story and the gladiator style.”
“Like playing temple runners for the story.”
“This game has no story.”
“The storyline isn't finished and a lot of the NPC text refers to features that either haven't been implemented or have been deleted in beta.”
“Like playing Temple Run for the story.”
- grinding16 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 19 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Players report that the game involves extensive grinding, often requiring significant time investment, likening it to a "grinding simulator." While some enjoy the grind and the accompanying story, others find it tedious, especially when compounded by bugs that hinder gameplay. Overall, the grinding aspect is a prominent feature that may deter those seeking a more streamlined experience.
“A lot of grinding.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“It's one of those games I mentally categorize as a grinding simulator.”
“Actually playing the game is slow and grindy.”
- replayability10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight that the game offers high replayability, particularly in multiplayer modes, with many users noting it as infinitely replayable. This is supported by ongoing community engagement and regular updates that enhance the overall experience.
“Infinitely replayable, especially in multiplayer mode.”
“The game offers a level of replayability that keeps you coming back for more.”
“With its engaging mechanics, this game is truly infinitely replayable.”
- music6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game has been criticized as boring and uninspired, contributing to an overall negative impression alongside poor visuals and numerous bugs.
“This game is quite the mess; the visuals are terrible, the music is boring along with the sound effects, and the game has its fair share of bugs which should've been dealt with before its full release.”
- stability6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some players report a smooth experience with no noticeable glitches, others highlight persistent bugs that detract from the enjoyment. Despite these issues, many still consider it a worthwhile purchase.
“What a fun game! I enjoyed and am still enjoying the colorful graphics and smooth play. No glitches as far as I have seen. Well done, a gladiatorial gem!”
“What a fun game! I enjoyed and am still enjoying the colorful graphics and smooth play. No glitches as far as I have seen. Well done, a gladiatorial gem!”
“It is too buggy at the moment and not enough tutorials and explanations for the price to be justified.”
“There are still bugs and glitches, but I'd say it's a good buy.”
“It is too buggy at the moment and not enough tutorials and explanations for the price to be justified.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a standout feature, consistently eliciting laughter and enhancing the overall enjoyment of gameplay. Players appreciate its lightheartedness, which complements the game's easy-to-understand mechanics and satisfying freedom of play.
“This game is so easy to understand but at the same time so satisfying because you can do whatever you want and train them however you want. The best part is the humor in this game; it totally makes me laugh every time I play it!”
“What would our review be without some humor?”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is widely criticized as a cash grab, with many users feeling that it is unfinished and prioritizes profit over quality.
“Cash grab & unfinished”
“Cash grab & unfinished”
