Spartacus Legends announced

Ubisoft has announced Spartacus Legends, a game based on American TV series Spartacus.

Arriving early 2013, players will get to take part in gladiator battles as they strive to become a legend.

The game will feature thousands of weapon combinations as well as a robust skill system.

You can take control of Spartacus, Crixus or a customised gladiator in online multiplayer battles with ranked leaderboards.

Liam McIntyre, lead actor in the TV show, will lend his likeness and voice to the game.

Spartacus Legends will be released for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.