Gladihoppers

Gladihoppers is a 2D physics fighting game set in the world of ancient gladiatorial combat. You control a heroic gladiator whose movements are governed by wobbly ragdoll physics. Your main goal is to survive longer than your competitor to gain glory. Let's become the champion of the Colosseum. 

How to Play Gladihoppers

Master Tactical Ragdoll Combat

Your main task is mastering the unique combat system of frenzied action and absurd physics. You must alternate between different stances for effective offense and defense. Practice a devastating combination of blows from different stances on a dummy. 

Manage Your Career Path

You will start as a rookie gladiator in Career Mode. Victories earn you gold and valuable combat experience. You must use gold to buy improved equipment like clubs, axes, and spears. You can pump up characteristics like Strength, Charisma, and Willpower after each round.

Game Modes

• Career: Climb tournaments, manage fighters' health, fame, and equipment.
• Arcade & Quick Fight: Instant battles, pure fun.
• Practice: Train moves and combos safely before entering the arena.

Character Roles

• Trainer: Focuses on increasing statistics through skill training.
• Surgeon: Specializes in surviving and hurting; provides extended time to conquer.
• Priest: Blesses the gladiator, making them more enduring.
• Spy: Focuses on ambushing and avoiding damage.

Controls

Use WASD to Move. Use the Arrow Keys to Attack. Use Spacebar to Switch Stances.

Conclusion

Gladihoppers is a ragdoll arena mayhem. It features a blend of frenzied action and wobbly ragdoll physics. Multiple modes are Career, Arcade, Quick Fight, and Practice. Character classes provide unique abilities, such as the Priest who blesses you for endurance. Some arenas will have insidious traps set up.