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Games like Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance

If Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance is your kind of game, the closest matches are Brass & Bramble, 난중설화: The Tales of Imjin War and God of War Ragnarök — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its finishers feel satisfyingly brutal, cinematic and dark. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance: A Warrior Slave… Chosen by the Gods… To restore the glory of an Empire. In the Year 106 AD the Roman Empire is in terrible decline. After the untimely death of the much-loved Emperor Trajan, the despotic Emperor Arruntius has bled the once powerful Rome to its knees.

2017ActionAdventure7.99 USDMetacritic 69Windowsby Throwback Entertainment
Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance — Steam game cover
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Finishers feel satisfyingly brutalHigh fight gauge racking up kills is satisfyingMoody lighting and diverse scenery enhance atmosphereCinematicDarkEpic

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Steam players who put hours into Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. Brass & Bramble

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Brass & Bramble is a narrative deck-builder set in a steampunk Victorian age where myth and empire collide. As Avalon’s Envoy, battle the brass-forged Empire, uncover forgotten roots of myth, and journey from Ireland to Egypt, Japan, and beyond in story-driven expeditions.

    2027IndieAdventureRPGSteam ↗
  2. 난중설화: The Tales of Imjin War

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Join the epic journey of the Yuldogook warriors to uncover the truth behind the Imjin War and end the war once and for all.

    2022ActionIndieRPG19.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. God of War Ragnarök

    WHY THIS

    Shares weapon upgrades and a cinematic mood with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Third-strongest match for Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Kratos and Atreus embark on a mythic journey for answers before Ragnarök arrives – now on PC.

    2024ActionAdventureRPG59.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. Vanakan 405

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    It is the Golden Age of Armenia, the letters have been invented and the Bible is being translated by Mesrop Mashtots. Ohan of Van finds himself on a journey which brings him to the unknown land filled with mystery, where the monastery is his only sanctuary.

    2026ActionAdventureSteam ↗
  5. Lalli

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Lalli tells the tale of a Finnish folk hero and freedom fighter. In 1240, Finland is invaded by the neighboring Swedish Kingdom, aiming to convert the tribes to Christianity by force. This is when a regular woodsman is forced to adapt into a warrior - and a legend, remembered centuries later.

    2024ActionAdventure3.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. METRO 2039

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    METRO 2039 is the next landmark FPS from acclaimed storytellers, 4A Games. Journey into the dark heart of post-apocalyptic Moscow in a harrowing conflict for the very soul of the Metro.

    2027ActionAdventureSteam ↗
  7. Gladiators: Survival in Rome

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Gladiators: Survival in Rome is an Action RPG with casual survival game mechanics and active city building. You'll experience a new type of survival game with quests & dungeons, continuous progression, seasonal events and lots of spear poking.

    2025ActionAdventureRPGFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Like a Dragon: Ishin!

    WHY THIS

    Shares a dark mood with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Ranked #8 for Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Don the clothes and weaponry of the elite to become the samurai of legend, Sakamoto Ryoma. Draw your blade and join the revolution in this heated historical adventure.

    2023ActionAdventure59.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance at current Steam store prices.

  1. Titanfall® 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~44% under Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance on Steam right now. Shares Action with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Respawn Entertainment gives you the most advanced titan technology in its new, single player campaign & multiplayer experience. Combine & conquer with new titans & pilots, deadlier weapons, & customization and progression systems that help you and your titan flow as one unstoppable killing force.

    2020Action4.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~88% under Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance on Steam right now. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?

    2012ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Buckshot Roulette

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~63% under Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance on Steam right now. Shares Action with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Play Russian roulette with a 12-gauge shotgun. Four enter. One leaves. Roll the dice with your life. Good luck!

    2024ActionIndieSimulation2.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. GRIS

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~53% under Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.

    2018IndieAdventure3.74 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~81% under Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance on Steam right now. Shares Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.

    2020IndieAdventure1.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~88% under Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance on Steam right now. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Crypt of the NecroDancer

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~63% under Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance on Steam right now. Shares Action with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

    2015ActionIndieRPG2.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. STRAFTAT

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    STRAFTAT is a 1v1/2v2 ONLINE first person SHOOTER with quick rounds in over 350 MAPS ; Including all WEAPONS, proximity chat and 4 players FFA.

    2024ActionFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Grimm's Hollow

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    A spooky, freeware RPG where you search the afterlife for your brother. Reap ghosts with your scythe, explore haunted caves, and eat ghostly treats on your journey through death.

    2019IndieAdventureRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. The Expendabros

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.

    2014ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Iron Snout

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Iron Snout is a fast, colorful and brutal fighting game in which you will be helping a piglet fight for its life against hordes of wolves.

    2016ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Star Fetchers

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    The introduction to a wild ride with gangsters and deep state conspiracy theories

    2020ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Plays great on Steam Deck

Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.

  1. God of War Ragnarök

    WHY THIS

    Shares weapon upgrades and a cinematic mood with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Kratos and Atreus embark on a mythic journey for answers before Ragnarök arrives – now on PC.

    2024ActionAdventureRPG59.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Gladiators: Survival in Rome

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Gladiators: Survival in Rome is an Action RPG with casual survival game mechanics and active city building. You'll experience a new type of survival game with quests & dungeons, continuous progression, seasonal events and lots of spear poking.

    2025ActionAdventureRPGFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Like a Dragon: Ishin!

    WHY THIS

    Shares a dark mood with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Adventure with Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

    Don the clothes and weaponry of the elite to become the samurai of legend, Sakamoto Ryoma. Draw your blade and join the revolution in this heated historical adventure.

    2023ActionAdventure59.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance

How much does Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance cost?
Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance is listed on Steam at 7.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance are Brass & Bramble, 난중설화: The Tales of Imjin War, God of War Ragnarök.
Who developed Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance?
Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance was developed by Throwback Entertainment.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Gladiator: Sword of Vengeance.

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