Final Fantasy XV: Episode Gladiolus

 PlayStation 4
User Score
8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 266 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 208 out of 266
  2. Mixed: 31 out of 266
  3. Negative: 27 out of 266

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  1. SketchesofPlain
    Apr 19, 2017
    6
    While interesting to play as Gladio, this DLC was way too short (1.5-2 hour long, single dungeon) and did not add enough new elements to make it very enjoyable (for instance, you would get any new weapons or armor). The combat was slightly different from the main FFXV game, as Noctis, but just barely. Other than that, it added a few nice story elements that FFXV was lacking (but again, notWhile interesting to play as Gladio, this DLC was way too short (1.5-2 hour long, single dungeon) and did not add enough new elements to make it very enjoyable (for instance, you would get any new weapons or armor). The combat was slightly different from the main FFXV game, as Noctis, but just barely. Other than that, it added a few nice story elements that FFXV was lacking (but again, not much). I can't imagine playing through this a second time, even to get the trophies. I have also seen a lot of reviews mention the music. I am not sure why. I barely noticed it, and when I did, I didn't like it nearly as much as the main game's music. Future episodes really need to offer more reasons to play them than this episode did.… Expand
  2. marcelus
    Mar 30, 2017
    7
    A bit linear and short. Shorter than 2hs how they said it was going to be. The gameplay is interesting but simple. The problem for me is not the linearity nor the wasted opportunity to introduce new cool bosses but the difficulty. Very same issue with XV main campaign. Love the whole package but I hope next Final Fantasy games to take care a bit more of the no-so casual audience.

    The    A bit linear and short. Shorter than 2hs how they said it was going to be. The gameplay is interesting but simple. The problem for me is not the linearity nor the wasted opportunity to introduce new cool bosses but the difficulty. Very same issue with XV main campaign. Love the whole package but I hope next Final Fantasy games to take care a bit more of the no-so casual audience.

    The music from Keiichi Okabe is one of the best things. Let's see what happens with Episodes Prompto and Ignis. I can't review this Episode without acknoledging is a 3 part DLC and without being a bit lenient. 7 is a "decent".    … Expand
  3. Kamikazeshocki
    Dec 8, 2017
    6
    Well the music is awesome, again and it was fun to play FFX combat once again.
    But it took me only 2 hours to complete the story (I took my time). What a joke.
    I also did a second run for some achievements but.... totally not worth the money.
    But I own the pass anyway so....
  4. XV_
    Oct 12, 2019
    7
    The highlight of this DLC is the lore within it, the combat is as good as the base game but nothing that different, sure Gladiolus uses a great sword as a normal sword so its a different wielding than Noctis's but you will adapt easily to this one.

    The campaign will take you more or less 1 hour and a half, it's easy, save the last boss fight which has a better challenge and is kind of a    The highlight of this DLC is the lore within it, the combat is as good as the base game but nothing that different, sure Gladiolus uses a great sword as a normal sword so its a different wielding than Noctis's but you will adapt easily to this one.

    The campaign will take you more or less 1 hour and a half, it's easy, save the last boss fight which has a better challenge and is kind of a cool fight, merge that with a nice backstory for Cor and Gladio and you'll have an OK game.

    I like my time within this episode but it felt short and a little underwhelming, my favorite aspect so far was at the save points, where you can ask some questions to Cor about the past, those interactions were pretty great, if you care for the lore of FFXV that is, if not, you can stay away of this DLC.    … Expand
  5. Borselon
    Jun 12, 2021
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Una aventura épica y corta perfecta para personas que no tengan mucho tiempo para jugar.
    En este DLC se explora un poco más en el pasado de gladiolus y de cor, pero tampoco demasiado, el sistema de combate es entretenido pero no es la gran cosa, ya que es muy simple, los combates son buenos excepto el Boss final que me parece excelente, DLC entretenido y recomendado.    … Expand

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Metascore
59

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. GameSpew
    Jun 9, 2017
    70
    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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  2. Let's Play Video Games
    Apr 3, 2017
    55
    Episode Gladiolus is DLC you can safely skip. While the new combat mechanics are neat, and there are some cool bosses to face off against, how it fits into FFXV – from its lack of plot significance to literal “buy the DLC now!” pop-ups over the course of the game – reek of the worst kind of DLC this side of pay-to-win. Sorry Gladio. You’re nice to look at, but not much else.
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  3. Multiplayer.it
    Apr 3, 2017
    68
    Episode Gladio is kind of a weird DLC: it might have been a nice addition to the main quest but it actually works well by itself as an action packed mission which also deepens some interesting side stories. With some good replayability and a few astounding musical tracks, it will keep fans of Final Fantasy XV busy for a couple hours at a somewhat cheap price.
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