Horrible Histories: Ruthless Romans tries to inject a dose of historical education into a collection of Wii minigames. While the game's humor and faithfulness to the Horrible Histories source material will appeal to fans, the minigames themselves vary wildly in quality. Some are amusing enough, but many suffer from clunky controls and repetitive gameplay. Ultimately, Horrible Histories: Ruthless Romans feels like a missed opportunity, offering a shallow and unpolished experience that's neither a great history lesson nor a particularly fun game.