Gladius VR

Gladius VR is a sword-fighting game set in ancient Rome. You play as a gladiator, choosing weapons and training against different enemies before fighting for your freedom against the ancient world’s mightiest warriors and creatures.

Fight in the arena

You wield weapons directly, block attacks with a sword or shield, throw your sword and cut off enemies’ limbs and heads. You can also use a bow, but arrows are limited. As you play, you hone your skills and unlock weapons, shields and helmets in the armory by progressing through levels.

The energy system lets you teleport and slow time. The crowd reacts to your actions: spectators cheer for spectacular moves, grow bored or throw food. Winning them over helps you win your freedom.

Enemies and movement

You face ten kinds of enemies: Gladiators, Legionaries, Praetorians, Barbarians, Archers, Tigers, Lions, Skeletons, Mummies and Minotaurs. Four movement options are available: teleporting, sprinting (dash), arm-swinging and trackpad movement.

Game modes

• The Games: Survive seven days in the Colosseum, fighting formidable enemies across themed stages such as an Egyptian Temple, a Naval battle and a Maze.
• Arena: Take on five challenges—endless, weapon master, bridge defense, market and chariots—and compete on global leaderboards.
• Training: Set up a customizable sandbox by choosing weapons, enemies and game duration. You can fight solo or alongside teams of NPCs.
• Community mods: Play community-made mods, including beach ball guns, giant spoons, ancient pyramid reconstructions and forge arenas.