Metacritic 5917+

Gladiator Begins

Item: Gladiator Begins
Rating: 58
Author: LumiKin

Aksys Games|2010ActionFighting

PSP

LumiScore

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 17+ with parental supervision

Up to120min/day

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Growth

43/100

Developing

Growth Value

Risk

9/100

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

Consider the mature content (violence, language) before allowing play. Engage with your child in local multiplayer to foster positive social interaction and discuss the competitive aspects. Encourage breaks after matches or missions.

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Top Skills Developed

Hand-Eye Coordination5/5

Fine Motor5/5

Reaction Time5/5

Problem Solving3/5

Spatial Awareness3/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.

Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.

Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.

Overall Benefit Score (BDS)43/100

What your child develops

Gladiator Begins offers engaging action combat, deep character customization, and strategic weapon refinement, fostering hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and critical thinking. Players can express creativity through character design and enjoy competitive local multiplayer with friends.

Base: UnknownReviewed May 2026

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Parent Tips

💡 LumiKin

Try playing the first session together with your child — it's a great way to understand the game's tone and set expectations around time and spending before they play independently.

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