Gladio and Glory

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Gladio and Glory is a free arena based, beat'em up where you upgrade and customise your gladiator. The gameplay is based on physics simulations where every battle feels fun, fresh and will truly challenge your skills and tactics.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,642 reviews

humor175 positive mentions

stability54 negative mentions

The game is free and offers a fun, goofy experience with friends, featuring chaotic physics and entertaining combat.
The ragdoll physics and dismemberment mechanics provide hilarious moments, making each match unpredictable and enjoyable.
The developer is responsive to community feedback and frequently updates the game, showing dedication to improving the overall experience.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, particularly in multiplayer, which can lead to frustrating experiences.
Camera controls are awkward and can hinder gameplay, making it difficult to navigate during fights.
The difficulty spikes, especially against certain enemies like bears and knights, can feel unbalanced and lead to cheap deaths.

humor
175 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its hilarious ragdoll physics, goofy mechanics, and absurd combat scenarios that lead to laugh-out-loud moments. Many reviews note that the game's glitches and chaotic multiplayer experiences contribute to its comedic charm, making it a fun choice for playing with friends. Overall, the game is described as a riotously funny experience, perfect for those seeking lighthearted entertainment.
- “Hilariously fun.”
- “The ragdoll physics are hilarious to say the least, the large roster of wiggly enemies that charge after you muttering generic sound effects and phrases just to distract you and throw your game off, not to mention the impressive amount of actual content packed into this little free-to-play silly thing.”
- “The physics are hilarious and taking off limbs and heads never gets boring.”
gameplay
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
34%
56%
10%
The gameplay is characterized by its fun and dynamic mechanics, offering a mix of chaotic multiplayer experiences and unique physics-based combat. While many players appreciate the enjoyable and easy-to-learn aspects, they also note significant bugs, janky controls, and a need for further refinement in mechanics. Overall, the game is seen as a promising and entertaining experience, particularly for those who enjoy lighthearted, chaotic gameplay.
- “The game mechanics are remarkably deep, offering a fine balance between stimulating challenges and rewards.”
- “The gameplay is dynamic and fun, and the game also has multiplayer.”
- “This game has a unique gameplay style compared to many others.”
- “The controls are absolute garbage, gameplay is incredibly buggy and unfair.”
- “However, it's not the best in terms of gameplay because it is glitchy and lags quite a bit, but it is still a really fun game to play with your friends.”
- “At the moment, the controls feel horribly disconnected from the actual gameplay and the physics are pretty poor (particularly for the trident).”
stability
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with many users reporting numerous bugs, glitches, and clunky mechanics that detract from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the humor and charm of the bugs, others find them frustrating, particularly in competitive scenarios. Despite these issues, many reviewers express optimism about the game's potential for improvement, given that it is a solo project in early access.
- “It's very hard, it's not very buggy, to be honest, and it's in alpha.”
- “I always got respect for solo projects and it certainly has potential, but the current state of the game is a clunky and buggy mess that barely works.”
- “Gladio and Glory is not a bad concept; however, the game is riddled with bugs and visual glitches left and right.”
- “The game is a buggy mess.”
graphics
46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
50%
7%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the visual aesthetics and 4K support, while others criticize them as outdated or lacking in optimization. Many users appreciate the gore effects and the game's ability to run on lower-end systems, but there are calls for improved graphical settings and better performance. Despite the criticisms, several players find the graphics decent for a free-to-play title, highlighting the game's potential for further enhancement.
- “From the outset, the visual aesthetics of the game captivated me.”
- “The beautiful graphics and intense gameplay keep you immersed in the world of Gladio and Glory.”
- “This has no right being free, the graphics and gore are great and there is lots of fun to be had.”
- “Unfortunately, my laptop doesn't really have the requirements to play this game; I played this on the lowest graphics.”
- “It's a very fun game, but the graphics are bad.”
- “This game is nothing like I expected. I would not recommend you play this; the graphics are terrible, the controls are bad, and the camera view is really weird. Do not play this; it is not worth it.”
story
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
7%
63%
30%
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its absence, with many users noting that it lacks a coherent plot or depth. While some players appreciate the fun gameplay and various modes, they express a desire for more narrative content and mission types. Overall, the consensus is that the game is enjoyable despite its minimal storytelling.
- “The storytelling deserves a special mention.”
- “And the 'story mode' aka the level up gladiator mode is super fun as well with different types of bosses.”
- “This game is very good, super fun and addicting, I wish there was more put into this game in terms of environments and maybe a story.”
- “It's not terribly deep, it doesn't have a plot or anything to think too hard about, and I think it's perfect just the way it is.”
- “The controls are just awful and there is no story; it reminded me of the mobile game 'I, Gladiator' a great game, but it's a 3/10 only, not a 10/10 as the mobile version.”
optimization
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
67%
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The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting significant performance issues, particularly during battles with multiple enemies, leading to drastic frame rate drops. Many users note that even on high-end systems, the game struggles to maintain smooth performance, indicating a need for substantial improvements in graphics settings and overall optimization. While some acknowledge the game's potential, the current state of optimization is seen as a major drawback.
- “There is a bit of optimization issues when there are more than 10 bots, but it is incredible for early access, well done!”
- “It runs with decent frames but it could be better optimized because 30 enemies in one arena really takes quite a lot of resources.”
- “Honestly, this game is so fun and in general it's almost flawless for my taste, but the optimization is so bad that I want to close the game after 30 minutes every time I play it.”
- “Currently, the game isn't optimized very well at all. I can run RDR2 at 1080p on ultra; however, fights with a lot of people in them get me under 15 fps sometimes, which has caused me to die more than once.”
- “Game still needs a lot of work, especially optimizations when there's a lot of gladiators in the arena.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its enchanting and immersive quality, enhancing the overall emotional experience and complementing key moments of gameplay. While some players express a desire for better volume control and clarity, the soundtrack is generally regarded as a standout feature that elevates the game's atmosphere. Overall, the auditory elements contribute significantly to the game's appeal, making it a memorable auditory experience.
- “Another aspect that cannot be omitted is the soundtrack, a veritable auditory orchestration that sublimates the whole work.”
- “The musical compositions create a bewitching harmony that transcends the screen and immerses the player in a sound universe of enchanting beauty, thus reinforcing the emotions felt during the key moments of the adventure.”
- “Every element of this video game experience, whether it's its visual aesthetics, ingenious gameplay, captivating narration, or enchanting soundtrack, harmoniously contributes to weave the fabric of an indisputable playful masterpiece.”
- “I actually don't know if there is an original soundtrack to this game, but I highly doubt it.”
- “An original soundtrack isn't really necessary.”
- “And secondly, I would also try to do something with the levels of volume, what would seem like the games would lag ever so often due to the volume trying to catch up, like, per se, the music... I wish for three different slides to toggle sound effects, game volume, background.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
43%
Players express that grinding in the game can be excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of hours, likening it to needing a "second life." While some enjoy the grind for the satisfaction of improving their rank, others find it frustrating, especially in the absence of multiplayer options.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “My only problem with this game is that you cannot play multiplayer, which bummed me and my friends. I kind of tried grinding, but it just didn't work.”
- “I love the throw feature and can spend hours grinding out this game to get as high of a rank as possible!”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
Overall, the game offers significant replayability due to its fun mechanics and challenging nature, encouraging players to return for mastery. While some glitches exist, they add a unique charm rather than detracting from the experience, particularly in multiplayer modes. Despite being in early access, users find the game to have endless replay value.
- “Endless replayability”
- “🔲 Infinitely replayable”
- “As of now, it's sort of glitchy but not problematic and actually lends to the game's replayability, but also a huge amount of frustration, especially in multiplayer.”
- “It's hard to master, which gives it replayability.”
- “Lots of replay value (even if it's still in early access) and really fun mechanics.”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The game is completely free to play, with no in-game purchases or advertisements, making it a refreshing experience for players. Users appreciate the absence of monetization elements, highlighting that it offers solid gameplay without any financial strings attached. Overall, the game's monetization model is praised for being straightforward and user-friendly.
- “It's free and has no microtransactions; no strings attached.”
- “Is fun, is free, no ads, goofy but challenging combat, definitely worth the download.”
- “The game is 100% free with little to no in-game purchases.”
- “There's absolutely no monetization component to this game.”
- “It's free and no microtransactions; no strings attached.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a wide range of emotions in their experiences, from frustration and sadness due to encounters with cheaters in multiplayer, to profound joy and revitalization from the game's engaging gameplay. Overall, the emotional impact of the game is significant, evoking both tears and a sense of fulfillment.
- “I cried.”
- “I came, I cried, I died.”
- “One of the best games I've played in a long time, made me feel alive again. I've spent 10 years of my life playing video games, but this one tops the finest.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is heavily characterized by a sense of slaughter and death, which enhances the overall experience and immersion in the game.
- “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the eerie visuals, creating an immersive atmosphere that keeps you on edge.”
- “The detailed environments and ambient sounds work together to build a captivating atmosphere that draws you into the game world.”
- “Every shadow and flicker of light contributes to an unsettling atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”