Indie · 2021
Gladiator Manager
Gladiator Manager is a deep sports and tactical simulation game where you run a gladiator team aiming to dominate both league and cup competitions. Much like Football Manager or Out of the Park, it blends management with text-based battle mechanics. You recruit fighters from diverse backgrounds—veterans, criminals, citizens, and slaves—each with unique traits and skills. These fighters fall into six classes: gladiator, rogue, barbarian, defender, retarius, and leader, with the ability to mix abilities from different trees. Combat is turn-based and features class advantages, RPS decisions, armor and blood systems, and hybridization options. The game offers over 100 perks, 30+ special moves, and a detailed battle report showing every RNG outcome. You’ll manage stats, injuries (including blindness or amputation), and recovery, while handling economic aspects like wages and bonuses. Strategic 1v1 to 4v4 battles, dynamic team selection, and a 5-tier league system ensure replayability and tactical depth. Gladiator.