What is Auto Gladiators?
If you're bored of mainstream autobattlers, you need to check out Auto Gladiators. It's a wild, multiplayer PvP roguelike where you forge a unique gladiator instead of just managing a squad.
Gameplay
You aren't just drafting a team and praying for a good roll like you do in TFT. In Auto Gladiators, you're crafting a single, powerhouse champion. You'll dive into 13 different Sects and mix over 135 unique perks and artifacts to build your fighter. The loop is all about the build—one match you're stacking tanky regen, the next you're trying to break the game with 'Ult builds'. It's way more granular than Hearthstone Battlegrounds, focusing on a combat sim vibe rather than a board game economy.
Since it's a Dota 2 Arcade game, it's completely free, but that comes with some 'passion project' baggage. It lacks a corporate polish, meaning you'll deal with a clunky UI and a steep learning curve. You'll probably mess up your first ten games while you figure out the synergy. Then there's the evasion build meta. You'll absolutely hate the players who run it, but that's just part of the experience.
Despite the rough edges, the grind is real. You can play casually while eating dinner or push for a spot in the Top 100. It's a high-intensity twist on the genre that rewards experimentation over following a rigid meta. Just be ready for some questionable advice from the community; sometimes the 'pros' are just making mistakes. I'd give it a 7.5/10 for the sheer depth of the customization.
Key Features
- 13 different Sects to choose from
- Over 135 unique perks and artifacts
- Customizable single-champion builds
- Competitive Road to Top 100 grind
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Verdict
“There's no way to resume your match if the game hangs/crashes”
“I'm glad to join this game, I waited for more than 2 years!!!! finally, my favorite game!!!”
Grab this if you want a deep, build-centric challenge and already have Dota 2 installed. Skip it if you can't stand clunky UIs or games that might crash without a resume feature.
Play for Free →* Price at time of publication (checked 21.07.2026). Prices may vary by region and are subject to change. This is an editorial review, not a commercial offer.