The Romans call you many names. A slave. A gladiator. A champion. Who and what will you be? You decide. Conquer the arena, navigate petty Roman politics and etch your name in the annals of Rome! Or die trying.

"Gladiator: Road to the Colosseum" is a 220,000 word interactive novel by Foong Yi Zhuan, where your choices control the story. It's entirely text-based—without graphics or sound effects—and fueled by the vast, unstoppable power of your imagination.

• Play as male or female; gay or straight.

• Battles against slaves, gladiators and even wild animals!

• Manage relationships with your friends and enemies, rig a vote or poison a foe!

• Navigate the complicated (and petty) politics of the Roman Senators.

• Unique character tracking system and story that makes each playthrough different!

• Find love amidst the madness of the arena, even in the most desperate of places!

• Fight your way to the Colosseum, through the greatest games the world has ever seen!

Fight for your freedom and etch your name in the annals of Rome!