tells the story of Major Greg D. Callahan, a 1970s U.S. Marine and Vietnam veteran turned astronaut.

While on a top-secret mission to investigate a newly discovered black hole, Callahan’s ship is sucked through the vortex, emerging on the far side of the galaxy. His crew is slaughtered by hostile robotic aliens upon arrival, leaving Callahan as the sole human survivor and prisoner. The Conflict

Tradition dictates that the new ruler is decided through the "Deathbowl," a brutal series of gladiatorial games held in a massive arena known as the Galactic Circus .

Leading human-style military units (using M-16s and standard tactics) to help Princess Lydia secure her throne.

Leading a horde of mystical monsters and demons.

As Callahan, you must act as a field general, leading your units through various arena landscapes to defeat your rivals and satisfy the bloodthirsty crowds watching the games. The Gladiators: Galactic Circus Games - IGN

Commanding a highly advanced robotic alien army.

Princess Lydia, the daughter of the late ruler, recruits Callahan to serve as her champion in exchange for his freedom. The Three Campaigns