Comparison

Civilization Wars vs Gladiator Imperium

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Civilization Wars

Engage in a 2D real-time strategy adventure where you build a kingdom, gather resources, and train an army. Explore new islands, defend against enemies, and conquer territories to expand your civilization. Inspired by ancient cultures, this game challenges your tactical decision-making.

Highlights
  • 2D RTS gameplay
  • Kingdom building
  • Army training
  • Island exploration
  • Territory conquest
  • Offline play
Features
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Step into the immersive world of Civilization Wars: Strategy, a 2D RTS adventure where strategy and tactical decisions determine your success. Build your kingdom, lead your army, and set sail on a ship to conquer mysterious islands. Inspired by Ancient Maya, Ancient Egypt, and Ancient Greece, this game offers the ultimate challenge in creating and expanding a thriving civilization. Take on the role of a leader in a fantasy realm where every action shapes the fate of your empire. Construct buildings, gather resources, and train your army to defend your land and explore new territories. Each level is a unique test of your strategic skills and creativity. Build your kingdom Develop your civilization by constructing farms, fortifications, and outposts. Manage resources effectively and lay the foundation for a prosperous empire. Explore new islands Venture into uncharted lands to uncover treasures, relics, and hidden challenges. Discover secrets of ancient civilizations and unlock new technologies as you expand your influence. Defend your legacy Face waves of enemies as night falls. Equip your army with swords, bows, and shields to protect your kingdom. Use tactical strategies to repel relentless invaders. Conquer and expand Lead daring raids into enemy territories to secure valuable resources and claim new lands. Plan your attacks carefully to ensure victory and grow your empire. Features - Engaging 2D RTS gameplay with immersive strategy mechanics - Build, defend, and expand in a richly detailed fantasy world - Explore levels inspired by ancient civilizations - Perfect for fans of strategy games and base-building adventures - Play offline for a dynamic single-player experience Download Civilization Wars: Strategy now and embark on an epic journey to create your legacy, conquer your enemies, and lead your kingdom to glory!

About

Gladiator Imperium

Features
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Step into the world of Legatus Ludorum, a mobile strategy game where you manage, train, and command gladiators on a relentless journey to Rome. Start with a humble stable of warriors, honing their skills in regional arenas, and rise through the ranks as you conquer increasingly brutal battlegrounds. Recruit elite fighters, upgrade equipment, and refine combat tactics to dominate every arena you enter. Each victory earns prestige, gold, and the chance to compete in grander stages, culminating in the ultimate showdown—the Colosseum of Rome. Your strategy matters. Will you focus on raw strength, impeccable technique, or clever formations? Balance training, rest, and battle assignments to ensure your warriors remain at peak performance. Only the greatest gladiator stables will carve their names into history! Rome awaits—do you have what it takes to seize glory?

Screenshots

Civilization Wars4 screens
Gladiator Imperium4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Gladiator Imperium at every 2 days against Civilization Wars's weekly. Gladiator Imperium also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Civilization Wars sells 27 one-off in-app purchases and Gladiator Imperium sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Civilization Wars ships an update weekly, Gladiator Imperium every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Civilization Wars versus Gladiator Imperium: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCivilization WarsGladiator Imperium
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (253 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews65.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings253 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 2 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size826 MB549 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperGlobal Advertising Network LTDSpicy Sparks LLC

Bugs and requests

Civilization Wars

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Rewards/treasure chest screen freezes
  • Inability to place more than 2 coins in some buildings
  • Phantom coins that cannot be collected

Requested features

4 requests
  • More diverse unit/building options
  • Expanded campaign and progression
  • Improved AI and battle mechanics
  • Offline mode or cloud saves

Gladiator Imperium

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

27 purchases

Civilization Wars

One-time27
  • Golden Sprinkle$0.99
  • Armored Horse$1.99
  • Golden Rain$1.99
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  • Samurai$1.99
  • Fire Horse$2.99
  • Game speed up 2x$2.99
  • Jumpstart Offer$2.99
  • Golden Storm$2.99
  • Samurai and Armored Horse$2.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • Remove ads$2.99
  • Dwarf$3.99
  • Unicorn$3.99
  • Full Game + 12 New Islands$3.99
  • Golden Storm+$3.99
  • Princess and Armored Horse$3.99
  • Samurai and Fire Horse$3.99
  • Full Game + 12 Islands$4.99
  • Golden Tornado$4.99
  • Princess and Fire Horse$4.99
  • Samurai and Unicorn$4.99
  • Dwarf and Fire Horse$5.99
  • Princess and Unicorn$5.99
  • Game speed up 2x and 3x$7.99
  • Exclusive biome$7.99
  • Combo keys Legend$9.99
  • Unique skin for your monarch$14.99
10 purchases

Gladiator Imperium

One-time10
  • Trident Elite$1.99
  • Greek Shield$1.99
  • Tower Shield$1.99
Show 7 more
  • Trident Angel$1.99
  • Round Tip$1.99
  • Sharp Tip$1.99
  • Sica$1.99
  • Trident Standard$1.99
  • Trident Poseidon$1.99
  • Weird Weapon$1.99

Questions

Is Civilization Wars free?
Civilization Wars is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Gladiator Imperium free?
Gladiator Imperium is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Civilization Wars or Gladiator Imperium have ads?
Both Civilization Wars and Gladiator Imperium show ads.
Which is updated more often, Civilization Wars or Gladiator Imperium?
Civilization Wars ships an update weekly, and Gladiator Imperium every 2 days. Most recently, Civilization Wars was updated on September 23, 2026 and Gladiator Imperium on September 16, 2026.

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