Press release:
London, UK, October 22, 2026: Brain Seal Ltd and PlayWay S.A. have announced that Dominus Gladiatus launches on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch on November 5, 2026. Combining deep gladiator school management with tactical auto-battler combat, the game puts players in command of their own Ludus, where every decision shapes their path to glory in ancient Rome.
Choose your Dominus and compete through a season of gladiatorial tournaments. Each Dominus brings unique strengths, while those left unchosen become your rivals, building their own schools, developing fighters, and battling for the ultimate championship. Only one name will be remembered.
Build your Ludus from the ground up. Recruit gladiators, uncover hidden talent, expand your facilities, and train inexperienced fighters into seasoned champions. Manage morale, injuries, and fatigue carefully, because pushing your warriors too far could cost you your finest gladiator.
Victory is forged before entering the arena. Equip your gladiators with Roman weapons and armor, develop their combat abilities, and prepare for tactical auto-battler duels and team battles. Every skill, equipment choice, and formation matters. Win the crowd’s favor, and its support may decide whether your gladiators live or die.
Key Features
Choose Your Dominus: Lead your school against rival Domini competing for the championship.
Build & Manage Your Ludus: Expand facilities, hire staff, and manage your gladiators’ needs.
Recruit & Train Gladiators: Discover hidden talent and forge inexperienced recruits into legendary champions.
Equip for the Arena: Master an arsenal of Roman weapons, armor, and specialized fighting styles.
Tactical Auto-Battler Combat: Experience intense duels and team battles shaped by strategy, skills, and equipment.
Win the Crowd: Earn the spectators’ favor and influence the fate of your
Availability
Dominus Gladiatus launches worldwide on November 5, 2026, for PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch, priced at $19.99 USD.
The game supports 16 languages and a free demo is available now on Steam.
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3572090/Dominus_Gladiatus
PlayStation Store: https://store.playstation.com/concept/10017059/
Xbox Store: https://www.xbox.com/games/store/dominus-gladiatus/9n2lxtnzc05c
About Brain Seal Ltd
Founded in 2007 by Argi Baltzi, Brain Seal Ltd is an established independent game development studio based in the United Kingdom. With nearly two decades of experience developing and publishing games across PC and consoles, the studio’s portfolio includes the Dark Quest series, Story of a Gladiator, Geometry Survivor, Monarchy, and Blow it up. Driven by deep gameplay, distinctive worlds, and an uncompromising creative vision, Brain Seal continues to create original gaming experiences that stand apart from the crowd.
About PlayWay S.A.
PlayWay S.A. is a leading Polish game publisher and distributor, recognized for its extensive portfolio of simulation and strategy games. Working with independent studios worldwide, PlayWay brings innovative gaming experiences to players across PC and consoles.
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Jonas “O.J” Ek
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