Versus: Battle of the Gladiator

66%
Game Brain Score Based on 107 reviews
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  • story
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"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.

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66%
Audience ScoreBased on 107 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
story2 negative mentions
  • The combat system is engaging and skill-based, requiring players to learn and master their weapon techniques.
  • The game has great potential with a solid foundation, and the developers are responsive to community feedback and actively working on improvements.
  • The graphics and character customization options are appealing, adding to the overall experience of the game.
  • The game suffers from a low player base, making it difficult to find matches and diminishing the multiplayer experience.
  • There are significant bugs and performance issues, including lag, hit detection problems, and clunky controls that detract from gameplay.
  • Many players feel the game is unfinished and lacks polish, with complaints about the tutorial, UI issues, and overall balance in combat.
  • gameplay24 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many praising the fluid and enjoyable fighting mechanics, while others criticize the clunky interface, poor hit detection, and the frustrating groggy mechanic. Despite its innovative features and potential, issues like latency and a lack of player engagement have left some feeling that the game is unfinished or broken. Overall, while the core combat is fun, significant technical flaws detract from the overall experience.

    • “An interesting game with a fun fighting mechanic and satisfying action.”
    • “The fighting mechanic is fluid and fun.”
    • “A very nice game with a fun and fair fighting mechanic.”
    • “I was hoping for something like a gladiator-style CS game, but the gameplay is clunky and the game feels unfinished/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.”
    • “All fighting mechanics are broken; dodging doesn't work, swings go through enemies, and hit detection is non-existent.”
  • graphics10 mentions

    Overall, the graphics of the game receive mixed reviews. While some players appreciate the detailed maps, armor, and weapons, noting a pleasing art style, others criticize the textures and animations as mediocre. Despite these inconsistencies, many players find the graphics enjoyable and commend the developers for their aesthetic efforts.

    • “The graphics are quite nice, showing great details in the maps, armor, and weapons.”
    • “The textures aren't anything to write home about, but you can tell that the developers do care for aesthetics.”
    • “Animations are good, graphics are good, sound is good.”
    • “The textures aren't anything to write home about, but you can tell that the developers do care for aesthetics.”
    • “The hit detection is terrible, the graphics/animations are mediocre, it's totally imbalanced and just overall not fun.”
    • “The game has been updated often, but there's no point really... I love the gameplay, the art style and the community (which was once there), but I don't see anyone when I come online once a week.”
  • story8 mentions

    The story aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the solo missions tedious and lacking engagement, particularly criticizing the lengthy tutorial and unnecessary cutscenes. While there are elements of co-op and PvP modes, the overall narrative experience feels incomplete and uninspired, leading to a sense of monotony during gameplay.

    • “I'm not too sure if it's because it's part of the story, but I feel the cutscene was unnecessary.”
    • “The solo missions are absolutely boring.”
    • “I'm not too sure if it's because it's part of the story, but I feel the cutscene was unnecessary.”
    • “If I'm just hacking at moving targets disregarding my own health, it just feels like tedious clicking to finish the mission.”
  • stability3 mentions

    The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs affecting gameplay and a clunky combat system, particularly for heavy weapons. While the concept is appealing, the execution is marred by a lack of smoothness and a problematic interface.

    • “The game itself is super buggy, and combat for heavy weapons is nowhere near smooth at all. It feels very locked down like Monster Hunter, 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 still wanted to play.”
    • “Awesome in concept, buggy in practice.”
  • grinding3 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 or leveling requirements.

    • “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.”
    • “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/leveling, and this is perfect.”
  • humor2 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. Overall, it successfully combines fun and anticipation, making each match enjoyable.

    • “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.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The optimization of the game has been criticized for its stiff controls, subpar animations, and overall poor performance, leading to a frustrating user experience.

    • “Stiff controls, bad animations, and poor performance.”
    • “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, making it frustrating to play.”
    • “Loading times are excessively long, disrupting the flow of gameplay.”
  • monetization1 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, a repair scroll, and 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

    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 you into its world.”
    • “Every detail contributes to an incredible atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
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