Final Fantasy XV: Episode Gladiolus Reviews

Final Fantasy XV: Episode Gladiolus is ranked in the 23rd percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
6 / 10
Mar 29, 2017

An add-on that completes the main history of the game but does nothing specially new or interesenting during its two hours run.

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70 / 100
Mar 31, 2017

The story seems like a missed opportunity and the gameplay, although fun, is far less than perfect. But it's difficult to refuse the opportunity to go back to the world of Final Fantasy XV for that price.

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Mar 29, 2017

If you happen to fancy Gladiolus, then you might find some entertainment value here. Otherwise, save yourself the $5 and put it toward Persona 5 or another great 2017 JRPG.

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6 / 10.0
Mar 29, 2017

As someone who absolutely loved every member of the bro-trip party, I was hoping for a little bit more from the first major round of Final Fantasy XV DLC. The game has already received a ton of fantastic free updates, but so far the "Episode" format seems to be something all of us should enjoy in the Game of the Year edition, and not piecemeal.

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6 / 10.0
Apr 2, 2017

Episode Gladiolus isn’t the DLC I was hoping for but it is what I expected it to be. Though it's on the short side its asking price is more than reasonable and we get a taste of how Gladio will most likely function in multiplayer in the future.

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6 / 10
Mar 29, 2017

For its asking price, Episode Gladiolus is a decent little distraction, but a distinct lack of substance keeps it from being an essential addition to Final Fantasy XV. Combat doesn't have the same spice without the usual party members, and although the DLC ends with an enjoyable boss fight, it's not quite enough to make this a memorable test of strength.

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5 / 10
Nov 25, 2017

It's worth buying only if you're of the most devoted fans of Hajime Tabata's work.

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5 / 10.0
Mar 28, 2017

Episode Gladio is a problematic DLC, too short, linear and easy to complete. Gladio's adventure shows all the plot holes of Final Fantasy XV and isn't worth its price.

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7 / 10
Mar 28, 2017

Episode Gladiolus is a good addition to FFXV, but it will not be remembered forever.

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Atomix
Top Critic
68 / 100
Mar 30, 2017

Episode Gladiolus its a really good and enjoyable DLC. The only big flaw it has resides, once again, in its camera which suffers from the same mistakes of the core game. Aside from that (and even with the fact of its linear level design) its one episode fans will enjoy and good excuse to come back to the game.

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Mar 29, 2017

The foundation of Episode Gladiolus is excellent, which is why it's disappointing when the adventure comes to an end after less than an hour (not including cutscenes).

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Unscored
Apr 7, 2017

If you're looking to spend more time in the world of Eos, then Episode Gladiolus is absolutely worthwhile.

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7.5 / 10.0
Mar 29, 2017

Episode Gladiolus is worth checking out for its rugged action and blood-pumping music, though its plot points really should've been part of Final Fantasy XV in the first place.

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7 / 10
Jun 9, 2017

If you're not bothered about extra loot or costumes, then Episode Gladiolus might not be that worthwhile. But if you're a fan who was invested in Final Fantasy XV's main story, finding out what happened to Gladiolus and learning where he got his scar from is a very welcome addition.

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6.4 / 10.0
Apr 11, 2017

A lot of folks have been complaining about just how small of an experience Episode Gladio is and I’m inclined to agree with their frustration, at least partly. This episode could have been so much better, but what is presented is a fun way to spend an evening.

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Apr 4, 2017

Score Attack hammers home how straightforward and bland the dungeon design is.

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6 / 10
Apr 16, 2017

A somewhat enjoyable addition, but one that is neither essential nor adds much to the game. Recommended only for those that have finished the game and are still hungry for more.  

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68 / 100
Mar 31, 2017

The Gladiolus DLC is short, linear, but its still fun and has a good gameplay, much more brutal and based on the strength of the character. For the price of the DLC, it's a good entertainment for those who completed the main game, but don't expect anything too deep or fundamental to the main quest.

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7.5 / 10.0
Mar 30, 2017

Episode Gladiolus might be short in length but it incorporates some nice gameplay mechanics and since the price isn't overly expensive, if you are starving for more Final Fantasy XV, you can enjoy your time with this DLC while also unlocking new costume and weapon for Gladiolus in the main game.

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7.5 / 10.0
Mar 30, 2017

Overall, Episode Gladiolus is well worth picking up. It’s a little on the short side, but playing as Gladio is an absolute joy and the extras help give it some re-playability. I will definitely be sinking a bit more time on it over the next few days and I can’t wait for Episode Prompto in June.

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