Swords and Sandals Immortals in IOS

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84/100

Swords and Sandals Immortals is a triumphant return to form for the legendary gladiator series. This isn't just a simple port; it’s a massive overhaul with a new engine, limb-severing combat, and a deep RPG system that will satisfy long-time fans. The turn-based combat is as brutal as ever, but the added depth in skill trees and race selection (ranging from undead giants to laser-wielding blobs) makes every gladiator feel unique.

The single-player campaign across Brandor is substantial, but the addition of real-time multiplayer is the real game-changer. Testing your builds against human opponents adds a layer of strategy and tension that the AI simply can't match. The humor remains intact—you can still defeat enemies by yelling or playing guitar solos—balancing the grim 'limb loss' mechanics with the series' signature whimsy. It’s easily the most ambitious entry in the franchise.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026
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Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. I remember playing the original Swords and Sandals on browser sites twenty years ago. This new one, 'Immortals,' keeps that same goofy art style but adds a surprising amount of RPG depth. It’s a turn-based combat game where your build actually matters. Do you go full strength or rely on magic?

It’s janky. The animations are stiff, the UI is a mess of icons, and the balancing can be completely broken. But there’s a soul here that’s missing from most corporate mobile games. It’s a labor of love for a niche audience. It’s not 'good' in a traditional sense, but it’s addictive and honest about what it is. I respect that.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Deep character customization
  • Honest RPG mechanics
  • Nostalgic value
  • Stiff animations
  • Cluttered UI
  • Steep difficulty spikes

Technical Report

Performance: Some UI elements don't scale well on smaller phones.

Accessibility:

    Audience Fit

    Buy if: You enjoyed the old Flash era of RPGs and like gladiator sims.

    Skip if: You demand high-end production values and smooth animations.

    Similar Games:
    • Gladiatus
    • Domina

    Reviewer Context

    • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40yo Male Gamer
    • Hardware: iPhone 14 Pro
    • Playtime: 6 hours
    • Status: Defeated first three bosses

    The Game

    Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

    Version 1.2Fri Sep 22 2023

    * Fixed a bug where Training Dummy and Arena Champions were not appearing properly

    * Purchasable Stars and VIP Crown are now available


    It's Swords and Sandals as you've never seen it. Brutal turn-based combat where gladiators can lose limbs, wield guitars and yell so loudly their foe's heads will fall off. This is the most fun you'll ever have in the arena, and it all starts here.

    Create a gladiator from one of dozens of races, make them a 7 foot undead giant with a battle axe or a tiny jelly blob with a laser cannon. Your gladiator will be unlike any other, with deep skill trees and hundreds of weapons to craft and equip you will not face the horrors of the arena unprepared! For a decade we wondered what happened to the Starbound Gladiator at the end of Swords and Sandals III ... now all answers are revealed as the robotic Automatons return to Brandor with new space-age technology!

    Embark upon a massive new single player campaign in the form of Swords and Sandals VI, where you shall journey across the vast continent in search of fabled Arena Champions to defeat. Do battle in the scorching heat of the T'Kash desert, in the lonely abyssal caverns of the Forbidden Depths and in the great palaces of Phaetor itself.

    Features:

    [*] Swords and Sandals VI : Continue the story from where S&S III left off as the Automatons return to Brandor with new challenges for our gladiators!

    [*] Multiplayer Battles : Test your skills against real humans as you strive to be the greatest gladiator in the whole world!

    [*] A single player adventure across Brandor featuring over 40 all new Arena Champions ( and some returning fan favourites )

    [*] Limb severing and decapitations! Sever arms and legs and keep on fighting as your gladiator finds the strength to endure

    [*] Create a gladiator your way. Customize everything from height and weight to facial features and hometown, the choice is yours. Will you be a powerful undead mandolin-wielding barbarian? A Sagan Blob arch mage with the power to regenerate lost limbs?

    [*] Many new classes to choose, skills and talents to learn. Rain molten death from the skies, play guitar solos that shake the ground!

    [*] Defeat your enemy using all new combat skills. Throw your weapons, even throw discarded healing potions. Whatever it takes to win!

    [*] An all new game engine for the first time in years! New special FX, particles, animations and music, created from the ground up

    This is indeed the greatest Swords and Sandals adventure ever. Grab your sword, equip your sandals. It's time to take on the world and become an immortal.


    Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

    It's Swords and Sandals as you've never seen it. Brutal turn-based combat where gladiators can lose limbs, wield guitars and yell so loudly their foe's heads will fall off. This is the most fun you'll ever have in the arena, and it all starts here.

    Create a gladiator from one of dozens of races, make them a 7 foot undead giant with a battle axe or a tiny jelly blob with a laser cannon. Your gladiator will be unlike any other, with deep skill trees and hundreds of weapons to craft and equip you will not face the horrors of the arena unprepared! For a decade we wondered what happened to the Starbound Gladiator at the end of Swords and Sandals III ... now all answers are revealed as the robotic Automatons return to Brandor with new space-age technology!

    Embark upon a massive new single player campaign in the form of Swords and Sandals VI, where you shall journey across the vast continent in search of fabled Arena Champions to defeat. Do battle in the scorching heat of the T'Kash desert, in the lonely abyssal caverns of the Forbidden Depths and in the great palaces of Phaetor itself.

    Features:

    [*] Swords and Sandals VI : Continue the story from where S&S III left off as the Automatons return to Brandor with new challenges for our gladiators!

    [*] Multiplayer Battles : Test your skills against real humans as you strive to be the greatest gladiator in the whole world!

    [*] A single player adventure across Brandor featuring over 40 all new Arena Champions ( and some returning fan favourites )

    [*] Limb severing and decapitations! Sever arms and legs and keep on fighting as your gladiator finds the strength to endure

    [*] Create a gladiator your way. Customize everything from height and weight to facial features and hometown, the choice is yours. Will you be a powerful undead mandolin-wielding barbarian? A Sagan Blob arch mage with the power to regenerate lost limbs?

    [*] Many new classes to choose, skills and talents to learn. Rain molten death from the skies, play guitar solos that shake the ground!

    [*] Defeat your enemy using all new combat skills. Throw your weapons, even throw discarded healing potions. Whatever it takes to win!

    [*] An all new game engine for the first time in years! New special FX, particles, animations and music, created from the ground up

    This is indeed the greatest Swords and Sandals adventure ever. Grab your sword, equip your sandals. It's time to take on the world and become an immortal.


    Ratings & Reviews

    4.1 out of 5 with 73 Counts
    Age Rating 13+

    Screenshots

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    Swords and Sandals Immortals is the biggest adventure in the series. Design your gladiator from dozens of races and hundreds of weapons. Journey through a massive single-player campaign or enter the multiplayer arena to face real humans. With a new engine featuring limb-severing combat, decapitations, and powerful skill trees, you must use every tactic to become an immortal champion of the arena.

    Features

    1

    Brutal Turn-Based Combat

    2

    Real-time Multiplayer Battles

    3

    Limb-Severing Mechanics

    4

    Dozens of Playable Races

    5

    Deep Skill Trees & Crafting

    Tips

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    Swords and Sandals Immortals (by eGames.com LLC) IOS Gameplay Video (HD) - YouTube

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    You can keep fighting with reduced stats! However, you may need a healer or special potions to regenerate limbs after the match.

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