Versus: Battle of the Gladiator
- August 26, 2016
- Netker Inc.
Get on Steam"Versus: Battle of the Gladiator" is a fighting game set in ancient Rome. Players control gladiators with unique abilities, battling it out in various arenas to become the ultimate champion. The game features fast-paced combat, strategic gameplay, and intense multiplayer matches, making it a must-try for fans of the genre.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a fun and engaging combat system that requires skill and timing.
- Players appreciate the potential for character customization and the variety of weapons available.
- The developers are responsive to feedback and actively working on updates to improve the game.
- The game suffers from a very low player base, making it difficult to find matches.
- There are significant issues with lag and netcode, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- Many players report bugs and incomplete features, giving the impression that the game is still in an early access state.
- gameplay41 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of potential and frustration, with many praising the fun and fluid combat mechanics while criticizing clunky controls, poor hit detection, and significant bugs. Players appreciate the variety in combat styles and customization options, but common complaints include issues with latency and specific mechanics like the groggy system that detract from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, some users express optimism for future improvements, indicating that the game could shine if technical issues are resolved.
“The fighting mechanic is fluid and fun.”
“Gameplay is definitely fast-paced and there's a lot of variety in weaponry.”
“The gameplay is amazing as well as the graphics.”
“It's a nice idea, but the gameplay is terrible.”
“I was hoping for something like a gladiator-style CS game, but the gameplay is clunky and the game feels unfinished and broken.”
“Although the basic combat mechanics are solid, they're completely negated by abysmal latency and completely incomprehensible hit detection, which have turned every game I've played so far into a contest to see whose internet is fastest while everyone else gets destroyed by attacks that were, from their perspectives, miles away from them.”
- graphics22 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the detailed armor, weapons, and overall art style, while others criticize the textures and animations as mediocre. Despite some lag and hit detection issues, many appreciate the visual aesthetics and smooth gameplay, indicating a decent level of graphical quality overall. However, expectations for better graphics remain high among some users.
“The graphics are quite nice, showing great details in the maps, armor, and weapons.”
“Loved this game so much, I remember the amazing battles, the great controls and graphics.”
“Animations are good, graphics are good, sound is good;”
“Horrible graphics.”
“The hit detection is terrible, the graphics/animations are mediocre, it's totally imbalanced and just overall not fun.”
“The textures aren't anything to write home about, but you can tell that the developers do care for aesthetics.”
- story12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of engagement, with players finding solo missions tedious and uninteresting, often feeling like a grind rather than an immersive experience. The tutorial is noted for being slow and uninteractive, while cutscenes are seen as unnecessary interruptions. Overall, the narrative fails to captivate players, leading to a sense of boredom during gameplay.
“You play the role of a gladiator and hack 'n' slash your way through your enemies in a variety of single and multiplayer missions.”
“Solo = horde, kind of like story?”
“The solo 'hard' mission is what really put the nail in the coffin for me.”
“The solo missions are absolutely boring.”
“I'm not claiming to be a great player, but I know that I'm not a bad one and if I'm just hacking at moving targets disregarding my own HP, it just feels like tedious clicking to finish the mission.”
- stability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- -29 % neutral mentions
- 86 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting significant lag, bugs, and a lack of players, leading to a frustrating experience. While some minor issues, like pathfinding glitches, are noted as manageable, the overall gameplay feels clunky and unoptimized, suggesting that substantial updates are needed to improve performance. Despite these challenges, there is potential for a great experience if the bugs are addressed.
“The gameplay has the potential to be fantastic; there are a lot of bugs to work through, but when this is in a bug-free state, it will be amazing.”
“The game runs smoothly without any major issues, providing a stable experience that enhances overall enjoyment.”
“I've experienced very few crashes, and the performance remains consistent, making for a reliable gaming experience.”
“Game is dead, absolutely dead. It's laggy, unoptimized, kinda buggy, and oh, one more thing, absolutely 0 players... apparently??”
“Also the game itself is super buggy and combat for heavy weapons is nowhere near smooth at all and feels very locked down, while other weapons move in a fashion similar to Blade Symphony, able to do whatever it wants.”
“At this point, I wasn't amazed by the clunkiness of the gameplay or the heavily buggy interface, but I wanted to play.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, including lag, stiff controls, and poor animations, leading to a frustrating experience for players. Additionally, the lack of an active player base further exacerbates its unpolished state.
“Game is absolutely dead; it's laggy, unoptimized, and kind of buggy. Oh, one more thing: absolutely 0 players apparently?”
“Stiff controls, bad animations, and poor performance.”
“Poorly optimized.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, noting that it can feel tedious and overly time-consuming, especially when it comes to acquiring end-game gear for minimal rewards. However, some appreciate the game's balance, finding it suitable for those seeking a PvP experience without extensive grinding.
“I'm not claiming to be a great player, but I know that I'm not a bad one, and if I'm just hacking at moving targets disregarding my own health points, it just feels like tedious clicking to finish the mission.”
“One thing I don't like is that endgame gear requires a lot of grinding just for minor bonuses.”
“I've been looking for a PvP game to play without having to put too much effort into grinding or leveling, and this is perfect.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a mix of emotions, highlighting feelings of empowerment through skillful gameplay and thrilling kills, while also experiencing moments of hopelessness, suggesting a complex emotional engagement with the game.
“It made me feel pretty much hopeless.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as consistently engaging, eliciting laughter and excitement during matches, though some users feel there is still room for improvement in this aspect.
“Consistent excitement (you will find yourself screaming, laughing, and looking forward to every match).”
“A little bit funny, but there's a lot of work to do.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The music and audio in the game are generally well-received, with a fitting soundtrack and high-quality sound assets that enhance the overall experience, including satisfying weapon sounds.
“The music and audio assets are all of good quality.”
“The weapons sound good.”
“The soundtrack is fairly fitting.”
“The music feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The audio quality is subpar, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -300 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization in the game is limited to a few in-app purchases, including a skill reset scroll, name changer, repair scroll, and a minor weapon modification item, which suggests a low-pressure approach to spending.
“The only in-app purchases available are a skill reset scroll, a name changer, and a repair scroll, along with a tinker item that slightly modifies one aspect of your weapon.”
“The only in-app purchases available are a skill reset scroll, a name changer, a repair scroll, and a tinker item that only slightly alters one aspect of your weapon.”
“The monetization system feels very limited and doesn't offer meaningful options for players.”
“It seems like the game is designed to push players towards spending money on trivial items rather than enhancing the gameplay experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the atmosphere in certain maps and game modes, particularly highlighting the tournament mode as creating a notably engaging and immersive experience.
“Some maps and modes, like the tournament, provide a truly immersive atmosphere.”
“The game's atmosphere is captivating, drawing players into its unique world.”
“Each environment is meticulously crafted, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.”
