Simple controls that turn into chaotic party laughter with friends
Story of a Gladiator is an arena beat 'em up where you take the role of a man in search of his destiny. Fight against waves of enemies in the arena to earn coin and fame until you are strong enough to enter the colosseum and become champion.



A guaranteed icebreaker where mistakes are the best part of the night.
Story of a Gladiator is an arena beat 'em up where you take the role of a man in search of his destiny. Fight against waves of enemies in the arena to earn coin and fame until you are strong enough to enter the colosseum and become champion.
Selected for the Logpier co-op catalog with a 75% positive rating across 179 Steam reviews (Verified Co-op Pick). Built for 1–4 Players via Online & Local Co-op (All Players Must Own).
Structured around ~30–60 min (Quick Rounds) sessions with instant drop-in between short rounds, making it an easy shortlist contender for game night.
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A guaranteed icebreaker where mistakes are the best part of the night.