Gladihoppers - Gladiator Fight
Get on Play Store"Gladihoppers - Gladiator Fight" is a single-player fighting game that transports you to the arenas of Rome to become a Gladiator and fight for glory. The game boasts an intriguing story, amazing gameplay, and splendid music, but can be quite grinding with several bugs. Despite these flaws, the game's fabulous graphics and high replayability value make it a must-try for fans of the genre. So, grab your weapons, step into the arena, and prepare to battle for victory!
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- monetization414 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game primarily relies on ads, which players find to be intrusive and excessive, often disrupting gameplay. While many appreciate the option to skip most ads after a few seconds, the frequency of forced ads—especially after every fight—has led to frustration among users. Some players express a willingness to pay for an ad-free experience, highlighting a desire for a premium option to enhance their enjoyment of the game.
“And on top of all this, there were no obnoxious in-app purchases forced upon me; in fact, there are none at all.”
“This is one of the only remaining true mobile games that isn't gated behind microtransactions and time-wasting cooldowns.”
“Its a very fun game; I like the style and how it is not pay-to-win. I don't even think there's in-app purchases.”
“I would rate 4-5 stars but the ads really take away from the game.”
“You can't even pay a set amount to disable ads, which really reflects poorly on the developers.”
“The game is nice but it crashes often and sometimes makes you lose all progress... also (for me) the ads don't work in landscape so I have to quit the game to pass them.”
- gameplay276 mentions
- 66 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its fun and engaging mechanics, smooth controls, and variety of modes, making it a great time-killer. However, many users express a desire for more depth, content, and clearer explanations of mechanics, as some aspects can feel repetitive or unbalanced. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable and addictive, there are calls for improvements and additional features to enhance the experience further.
“With a variety of attacks, weapons, shields, and armor, the gameplay always seems fresh and exciting.”
“The gameplay is smooth, the controls are easy enough, and the modes are very fun.”
“Gameplay is fantastic and actually tactical, so many features leveling up etc. The Witcher easter egg alone warrants giving the devs money.”
“The gameplay is simple.”
“Gameplay wise, repetitive and boring.”
“It's fighting mechanics are fun, but this game is kinda boring; I got hooked for the first 20 minutes of gameplay but I realized that it's just a repetitive fighting game where you just fight gladiators and survive.”
- graphics135 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 24 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the unique art style and pixel graphics as charming and well-executed. While some users appreciate the retro aesthetic and detail in character design, others criticize the graphics as simplistic or lacking in realism, particularly in terms of gore effects. Overall, the visuals are generally considered appealing, especially for a mobile game, but there are calls for improvements and additional features to enhance the graphical experience.
“The game's visuals are stunning and the Spartacus's war game mode is a great challenge for me, and the classes are optimally balanced in my opinion.”
“From the clean, sharp graphics and the beautiful physics to the seamless controls and fun and complex gameplay, this game has got me hooked.”
“Amazing game, great combat, visuals, details, and is genuinely fun!”
“The graphics are a joke but it's not an issue with a game such as this.”
“Poor graphics, pathetic animation, screen full of control buttons if you don't have free wifi, don't even think about installing.”
“Graphics suck ass.”
- story109 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is frequently criticized for being underdeveloped and lacking depth, with many players expressing a desire for a more engaging narrative and varied gameplay elements. Suggestions include the addition of a dedicated story mode, character backstories, and RPG elements to enhance the role-playing experience. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, the absence of a compelling storyline leads to a sense of monotony and a lack of incentive to continue playing.
“I am absolutely addicted; I hope you'll continue building up this game with more content and more story in the campaign!”
“Great game, stunning story, and amazing gameplay; I look forward to supporting more of your awesome work.”
“This game is fire, but there's only one thing I suggest: it would be awesome if you guys added a story mode. It's the best game I would suggest!”
“I had a lot of fun when I played this a few months ago, but the story mode is limited and it's very easy to finish, so you get bored quickly.”
“The story now is okay but felt rushed; it needed a better director.”
“Great game but loses appeal fast without a story mode.”
- humor39 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its entertaining mechanics, funny sound effects, and amusing character movements. Many reviews mention the game's ability to evoke laughter through its quirky elements, such as meme-inspired voices and unexpected phrases like "yeet" and "bruh." Overall, the humor adds a delightful layer to the gameplay, making it a standout feature that enhances the overall experience.
“A very funny and enjoyable experience packed with hours of fun!”
“The gameplay is fun and the ragdolls are hilarious.”
“The rare 'yeet!' when my dude throws a javelin made me laugh so hard.”
- stability34 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 91 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent freezes that require restarting the game or even the device. While some players have experienced a smooth gameplay experience, the majority highlight persistent glitches, particularly during battles and when interacting with ads, leading to lost progress and frustration. Overall, the game's stability issues detract from its enjoyment, with calls for improvements to address these bugs.
“I've literally never had any issues with the game; no glitches at all.”
“Very minimal ads, no glitches, nothing is pay to play.”
“It's cool; no bugs, no glitches. I have no problem with this game.”
“It freezes the whole phone for a considerable bit.”
“Every single time an ad pops up, it freezes the whole game, so there's no point in playing it anymore.”
“The game suddenly freezes and crashes; I've been encountering this every time I play.”
- replayability28 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The reviews on replayability are mixed, with some players praising the game for its high replay value and engaging gameplay, while others note that it lacks sufficient content and variety to sustain long-term interest. Many users suggest that additional game modes, characters, and customization options could enhance replayability, while a few highlight the game's potential for endless enjoyment. Overall, the consensus indicates that while some aspects of replayability are strong, there is room for improvement to keep players engaged over time.
“Excellent gameplay, high replayability, simple yet amazing combat system, ad rate is non-intrusive, mandatory ads take no time to close, occasional optional ads for rewards, and the game keeps you entertained for hours and hours.”
“Infinite replayability, great physics and hit detection, a feeling of legacy... it's just too good.”
“The ads are short, great replayability, fun to challenge yourself by using the lowest skill gladiators and seeing how far you can get.”
“It doesn't have much replayability to it.”
“This game has little replayability (if any at all).”
“Its alright but has limited replayability.”
- grinding26 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game features a significant amount of grinding, which many players find tedious and repetitive, particularly when it comes to earning gold and leveling up characters. While some appreciate the grind as a necessary aspect of progression, others feel it slows down the gameplay and detracts from overall enjoyment. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a mixed bag, with some players finding it manageable and fun, while others view it as overly burdensome.
“No grinding; the only thing you're grinding is skill.”
“An incredibly grindy game.”
“Progression is slow and tedious.”
“The grinding for money can get very monotonous and boring even with the looting 3.”
- music13 mentions
- 69 % positive mentions
- 15 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and variety, with many users highlighting the different soundtracks for each arena and describing it as "killer" and "perfect." While some players appreciate the overall sound design, a few note that the music can feel somewhat static at times. Overall, the game's music significantly enhances the gameplay experience, contributing to its addictive nature.
“Great control, great gameplay, great music!”
“I like the different soundtracks for each arena.”
“Awesome game, smooth, looks luxury, music is perfect, require a skill and I love this game!”
“Music wise, somewhat static.”
“That adds, can't even listen to my music.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised for its smooth performance and responsive controls, indicating a solid foundation. However, some users feel that further optimization is needed to fully realize its potential, suggesting that improvements could enhance the overall experience.
“Runs smoothly and the controls are responsive.”
“Yeah, it's really good. There's a good amount of game modes, and the game is very well made and optimized.”
“It has great potential but needs optimization.”
- character development2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers appreciate the character development in the game, highlighting the strong character design and the variety of gameplay challenges. However, there is a desire for additional options in armor, weapons, and character customization to enhance the experience further.
“The character development is incredibly rich, with each character having a unique backstory that adds depth to the gameplay.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making each decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
“The variety in character design and customization options allows for a truly personalized gaming experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally considered lacking, despite its strong graphics. Users feel that the immersive qualities necessary for a compelling experience are not effectively achieved.
“Graphically impressive, but the atmosphere is lacking.”
“The visuals are great, but the overall atmosphere fails to engage.”
“While the graphics are decent, the atmosphere leaves much to be desired.”
