This games is a very good game. I like how you get to follow the roman warrior path in the beginning of the game. But however I don't like how you have to do the sneaking missions for Octavius. Some I needed to turn to a strategy guide. The first gladiator missions are great but as they go on, they get harder and harder. These take many tries to win. Eventually I got stuck at a level. So now I just go back to playing what I like best. The Roman Soldier missions. From the beginning of Shadow Of Rome it takes just a few minutes to grasp the controls and you are quickly a master with the spear/sword/head/arm/what ever you pick up as a weapon.
Shadow of Rome proves history (though fictionalized a tad) can indeed be fun. Sneaking around, hacking and slashing, and chariot races combine to bring the feel of ancient Rome to your PS2 in a very fun package. The g... Read Full Review
Shadow of Rome is an outstanding action game that almost anyone will love. The game starts you off with Julius Caesar being murdered, you father is blamed, and you must clear his name. The meat of the game is gladitorial... Read Full Review
