Mad Max
Release Date: September 1, 2015
Action, TPP, cars, post-apocalypse, sandbox, TPS, crafting, singleplayer
Steam
A TPP sandbox action game, based on the cult film franchise by George Miller. The production was developed by Swedish studio Avalanche in collaboration with Warner Bros. Interactive. The plot of Mad Max is not an adaptation of the blockbuster movie, presenting instead a completely separate story set in a post-apocalyptic world in the near future. Players get an opportunity to assume the role of the titular character.
Last Update: October 5, 2015
Mad Max Game Guide
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Videos and Screens
[1:28] Mad Max launch trailer
[0:30] Mad Max tv spot
The main pros of the game
- Engaging Gameplay: Many users praised the fun and satisfying combat mechanics, both in vehicular and hand-to-hand combat.
- Visuals and Atmosphere: The graphics are considered impressive, with a well-crafted post-apocalyptic world that captures the essence of the Mad Max universe.
- Exploration and Content: The game offers a vast open world filled with side quests, collectibles, and various activities that keep players engaged for hours.
- Customization: Players can extensively customize their vehicles and character, adding depth to the gameplay experience.
- Nostalgia and Fan Service: Fans of the Mad Max films appreciated the game's adherence to the franchise's themes and aesthetics.
- Performance: The game runs smoothly on various platforms, including Steam Deck.
The main cons of the game
- Repetitive Gameplay: Many reviews pointed out the repetitive nature of missions and activities, leading to a sense of monotony over time.
- Shallow Story: The narrative was often described as basic or forgettable, with some players feeling that the story did not have a significant impact on the overall experience.
- Lack of Variety in Boss Fights: Users noted that boss encounters were too similar, lacking distinctiveness and challenge.
- Grindiness: Some players found the game to be grind-heavy, particularly when collecting resources for upgrades.
- Control Issues: A few reviews mentioned imprecise controls and keybinding problems on PC, which could detract from the gameplay experience.
The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users
- Depth in Storytelling: Players expressed a desire for a more engaging and impactful narrative that could enhance the overall experience.
- Variety in Missions: Users wished for more diverse mission types to break the cycle of repetitive tasks.
- Difficulty Options: Some players felt the game was too easy and would have preferred adjustable difficulty settings to increase the challenge.
- More Unique Boss Mechanics: There were calls for more creativity in boss design to provide varied and memorable encounters.
- Improved Online Features: With the removal of online services, certain achievements became unobtainable, which frustrated completionists.
Summary
- Overall, "Mad Max" is viewed as a fun and visually appealing game with solid mechanics, but it suffers from repetitive gameplay and a lack of depth in its narrative and mission design.
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GAMERS Score
Average score from 3328 votes. 851 players anticipated the game.
Mad Max Description
Mad Max for PC, PS4 and etc. is a third-person action game set in an open, post-apocalyptic world, reminiscent of the cult series of films by George Miller, whose debut took place in 1979, and Mel Gibson a world movie star. The Swedish Avalanche Studios, the creators of Just Cause cycle, is responsible for the interactive version of the crazy adventures of Max. The publisher of the game is Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, specializing in games based on movie licenses.
Story
The game's story does not refer directly to any of the previously created movies, but tells a completely new story, using only iconic elements characteristic of the entire series. In the game we assume the role of the eponymous Max, who after losing his legendary V8 Interceptor vehicle sets off on a journey through the vast, post-apocalyptic wasteland. The purpose of his journey is to construct a new machine, which equals the performances of its legendary predecessor. However, this is only an introduction to the many adventures awaiting on the way of the protagonist. Max hopes to find the legendary land known as the Plains of Silence, where he can finally find peace and solace.
Gameplay
The game allows you to move freely in the world of Wasteland, which is teeming with various sorts of hostile characters. A new machine called the Magnum Opus, which you can improve as you progress in the game, will help is in the exploration. As a result, we improve both the performance and combat efficiency which is particularly important because it is the vehicle that will be our primary weapon. The developers put a considerable emphasis on the element of vehicle battles, and also created about 50 different vehicles known from the film series.
In situations where we will not be able to count on the support of our vehicle, Max is forced to fight his enemies in the old-fashioned way. Our arsenal will include various types of firearms. However, since it is quite difficult to obtain ammunition in the wasteland, the most reliable weapon are often Max’s fists. The developers leave us the choice whether we want to engage in open battles, or enjoy a stealthy methods of eliminating enemies.
While exploring vast areas, we will reach different kinds of camps, guard towers, and observation points, where we can get such valuable goods as food and fuel.
Game modes
In addition to the main storyline, the developers ensured that there is a fair amount of various side missions and additional tasks that encourage the exploration of the world, and playing the game for more hours that required by the main plot. This is important especially because, in contrast to the latest trend, the game does not offer us the possibility of playing in multiplayer mode, focusing entirely on the single player campaign.
Technology
As befits a decent game based on a film, the designers ensured that the Mad Max for PC, PS4 and etc. has a detailed graphic design and spectacular special effects. Due to the specific climate of the universe, well known to all fans of the film, the game is dominated by vast deserts and rocky landscapes. There is dirt and decay is seen at almost every step, while the buildings erected by human hands look like they were hastily cobbled together from parts found in junkyards. Similar impressions are evoked by characters and creative vehicle designs characteristic of Mad Max.
Last updated on August 14, 2015
Mad Max Summary
Platforms:
PC / Windows September 1, 2015
PlayStation 4 September 1, 2015
Xbox One September 1, 2015
PlayStation 3 cancelled
Xbox 360 cancelled
Developer: Avalanche Studios
Publisher: Warner Bros. Games
Mad Max System Requirements
PC / Windows
Minimum: Intel Core i5-650 3.2 GHz/AMD Phenom II X4 965 3.4 GHz, 6 GB RAM, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 660 Ti/Radeon HD 7870 or better, 32 GB HDD, Windows Vista/7/8 64-bit
Recommended: Intel Core i7-3770 3.4 GHz/AMD FX-8350 4.0 GHz, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 3 GB GeForce GTX 760/Radeon HD 7970 or better, 32 GB HDD, Windows 7(SP1)/8 64-bit
Post-apocalyptic Open-world Game Rated at 91/100 on Steam for $5
Released in 2015, Mad Max has aged exceptionally well. The work of Avalanche Studios can currently be purchased for $5 on GOG.
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