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  1. Sep 22, 2015
    10
    Macnificent game! I can't understand what the bad reviews are for!!! Clearly its people who just don't like the idea of mad max and the desert like world! The only other reason there is pure stupidity! Thanks Warner, yet again you made a great game!
  2. Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Great post-apocalyptic setting, everything you would expect from an open world game (side quests, exploration, collectibles), all with the Mad Max style. It gives a bit more insight into the world and lore of Mad Max. A ton of fun to play... I can't wait to jump back on and explore more of this world!
  3. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    I bought MGS V and Mad Max last night, I figured I would try Mad Max for an hour before i would start Metal Gear. I still have not played metal gear a day later. This mad max game besides being beautufl graphically is so much fun, there is so much stuff to do in the game. My one little grip is that you cannot collect scrap metal by driving over it
  4. Sep 2, 2015
    10
    This game is everything that is Mad Max. It hits all the right notes with world building, sound design, art and characters. Vehicle combat is flashy and satisfying, melee is brutal and responsive. And the best thing - no feminist agenda anywhere. Just go there and have fun trashing countless bastards like Mad!
  5. Sep 4, 2015
    10
    I can only concur with what seems to be the consensus of most user reviews here: Do not let the mediocre metascore put you off this gem. Side missions might seem a little repetitive to some (which is a common problem of open-world RPGs, though) and the brawling mechanics are nothing to write home about. But the splendid mixture of intense and very well done car combat blended with RPGI can only concur with what seems to be the consensus of most user reviews here: Do not let the mediocre metascore put you off this gem. Side missions might seem a little repetitive to some (which is a common problem of open-world RPGs, though) and the brawling mechanics are nothing to write home about. But the splendid mixture of intense and very well done car combat blended with RPG elements and an absolutely great Mad Max atmosphere make this game the surprise MAGNUM OPUS of the year. This game is what RAGE should have been.

    One last note on some reviews complaining about the "thin story": The story development in this game heavily relies on atmospheric story telling and action over exposition. Much like in MGSV, bigger cut scenes are mainly confined to the prologue and the the final third of the game. To me, this felt absolutely appropriate: The Mad Max series has NEVER relied on convoluted story twists or lots of dialogue to drive things forward. Conversely, it is all but about emotions, action (especially car chases) and atmosphere. This game just gets it all right. Life in the wastelands is no Disneyland. It is brutal, grinding, and desolate - and driven by the need for water, gas, and high-octane survival. This game absolute NAILS all this. In my eyes, it is an 8.5/10 as an open-world RPG, and a 10/10 as a Mad-Max-game
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  6. Sep 5, 2015
    10
    Reviewers have been overly harsh on this one. This is a solid 8-9 so should be hitting 85+ on metacritic. But as you can see the user scores are so much higher cos this really is a fun game. Great gameplay, solid graphics and loads to do. Bought this along with mgs v and although it's really good I'm having more fun with this. Give it a go it's well worth it. Any games I feel aren'tReviewers have been overly harsh on this one. This is a solid 8-9 so should be hitting 85+ on metacritic. But as you can see the user scores are so much higher cos this really is a fun game. Great gameplay, solid graphics and loads to do. Bought this along with mgs v and although it's really good I'm having more fun with this. Give it a go it's well worth it. Any games I feel aren't being given the proper credit and proper score I give a 10. Expand
  7. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    I was a little scared by the reviews, but being a fan of the Mad Max movies i couldn't let the oportunity to be immersed in this universe splip away. I'm 4 hours into the game and it looks and feels amazing. It's got the movies spirit and it's definately a must buy for any true Mad Max fan out there.
  8. Oct 8, 2015
    10
    If you love Rage, Borderlands and Shadow of Mordor you will love this game for sure! Awesome game with a lot things to do. There is few things which are not done perfect like strange camera angles when you are near wall, but overall awesome and well optimized game!
  9. Sep 3, 2015
    10
    I don't understand some of the mediocre review scores this game is getting, to be fair a lot of the reviews that are saying negative or average things about this game are from sites i've rarely heard of, like magazines that happen to have someone review games that don't really play them all that much but the review sites that I frequent the most and trust are pretty positive ranging fromI don't understand some of the mediocre review scores this game is getting, to be fair a lot of the reviews that are saying negative or average things about this game are from sites i've rarely heard of, like magazines that happen to have someone review games that don't really play them all that much but the review sites that I frequent the most and trust are pretty positive ranging from 9.0 to 8.5 and I agree with those reviewers, this game is so well made and extremely fun, I sat down to try this before metal gear for an hour and that turned into about 6 hours, then 10 and now i'm about 21 hours into it and haven't opened metal gear yet, I haven't beat the game yet but i'm through enough of it to say this is an excellent game, excellent graphics, great atmosphere, No technical problems, i'm giving this a 9.0 but to compensate for so many average reviews i'm gonna say 10 because this game deserves much better then some of the reviews it's been getting. Expand
  10. Sep 5, 2015
    10
    Great game, big open world with many things to do, brutal combat, smooth gameplay with nice visuals. Havent had so much fun in a game since years. Recommended.
  11. Sep 6, 2015
    10
    Honestly, this game is an 8.5 very easily, but I just gave it a 10 to lift up the user score a bit. I don't understand how such a great game can get such scores from the PROFESSIONALS. I guess the fans know better. It stands at 10/10 on Steam. It's not a perfect, but i'll damned if this is not amazing. Maybe it's because of my Game Design mind that i'm conditioned to like the simplestHonestly, this game is an 8.5 very easily, but I just gave it a 10 to lift up the user score a bit. I don't understand how such a great game can get such scores from the PROFESSIONALS. I guess the fans know better. It stands at 10/10 on Steam. It's not a perfect, but i'll damned if this is not amazing. Maybe it's because of my Game Design mind that i'm conditioned to like the simplest things, or maybe this game just hits all the right notes for me.

    Most professionals treated this like a sequel in a long series of games. I don't see a number in the title, though. This is like a sister to the Saboteur and the critical reception is a near copy paste. If you enjoy beautiful open worlds, filled with activities ranging from scavenging to dismantling enemy camps to races, then this is the game for you. It's not stealthy, it doesn't have parkour. It's just flat out loud. The game aimed to make this about vehicular combat and it nailed. Nothing felt missing when I was fighting enemy cars pr using your car to take over camps. If you enjoy the Arkham series combat, vehicular combat, doing tons of open world activities akin to the Saboteur, Shadow of Mordor, Far Cry and Assassins Creed, then this is the game for you.
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  12. Sep 4, 2015
    10
    Mad max is art, pure and beautiful. As an Australian mad max lore is a part of my essence, my being, it is deeply ingrained in my psyche and my soul, so I was at first naturally apprehensive about a mad max video game as memories of Rambo the video game was still fresh in my mind. Luckily my fears were alleviated when I started playing, not only does the game do the franchise justice butMad max is art, pure and beautiful. As an Australian mad max lore is a part of my essence, my being, it is deeply ingrained in my psyche and my soul, so I was at first naturally apprehensive about a mad max video game as memories of Rambo the video game was still fresh in my mind. Luckily my fears were alleviated when I started playing, not only does the game do the franchise justice but is is much more detailed than even I thought possible. Firstly, it's set in Australia, something I've never seen in a game before and secondly a lot of the cars in the game are based on real Australian muscle cars that most people outside Australia literally have no clue about their existence or the sentimental value hardcore rev heads have attached to them, and lastly this game is fun to play and an absolute blast, it all works and it is truly a labour of love by the designers at Avalanche, bravo gentlemen. Ok that's it, I'm off to play it, so there turds at gamespot and polygon, your reviews were terrible because you were paid to make metal gear sound better to would be buyers who weren't sure which game to get, I bet they're sorry if they listened to you, have fun riding your... Horsie. Expand
  13. Nov 29, 2017
    10
    I just finished upgrading my first base (Jeet's) completely and man was it exhilarating and fulfilling!!

    I played this game after being turned off by Arkham Knight's boring combat and atmosphere/characters (im not a Batman fan). I thought Mad Max was gonna be the same but boy was I wrong!! This game, THIS game is like Fallout on STEROIDS. I love the post-apocalypse world, the
    I just finished upgrading my first base (Jeet's) completely and man was it exhilarating and fulfilling!!

    I played this game after being turned off by Arkham Knight's boring combat and atmosphere/characters (im not a Batman fan). I thought Mad Max was gonna be the same but boy was I wrong!!

    This game, THIS game is like Fallout on STEROIDS. I love the post-apocalypse world, the landscape, skybox, is SOOOO beautiful and majestic. Just driving around doing missions/tasks is therapeutic. Avalanche has created a magnificent world in Mad Max. Astounding graphics! And i dont generally like driving in games but boy oh boy am I having a blast speeding across the sand dunes.

    Oh and the combat. My God is it addictive! I can feel the weight behind every meaty punch, dropkick and bodyslam that Max rains down on his enemies. It feels completely superior to Arkham Knight's floaty and easy combat. In Mad Max, momentum and direction matters if you want to pull off perfect combos. Seriously, to me, the combat never gets old and I in fact always look forward to the next combat sequence. It's THAT good!!

    Car combat is absolutely fun! It reminds me of Twisted Metal/Road Rash/Carmageddon. Like the fist combat, car combat never gets old. Every time it feels like Destruction Derby. Friggin awesome!

    The story is also interesting so far though at the time of this review, I have not finished the game. Im maybe 25-30% done but i just felt compelled to write one right away as the game is sooo good! I played like 10hrs, fell in love with the game, had the itch to rewatch Mad Max Fury Road, did that and it made the game feel even more ALIVE! As if Max came from the end of the movie right into the game as some sort of continuation. I'll be updating this review once Im done with the game but after 20+ hrs and still at the first base, I can safely say Mad Max will blow my expectations away.

    Hoping for a Mad Max 2. Well done Avalanche! Although, funny enough, I hated the Just Cause series.
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  14. Jul 29, 2016
    10
    Put off buying this because of the average reviews. They're all wrong. It is Just Cause Mad Max edition. Developed by the team behind Just Cause. Its a literal sand box. I've always avoided car combat games because i find them so boring. This game was a breath of fresh air. Be sure to double tap Up D-Pad for first person view when fighting cars. Its immersive and rewarding.
    Its sad games
    Put off buying this because of the average reviews. They're all wrong. It is Just Cause Mad Max edition. Developed by the team behind Just Cause. Its a literal sand box. I've always avoided car combat games because i find them so boring. This game was a breath of fresh air. Be sure to double tap Up D-Pad for first person view when fighting cars. Its immersive and rewarding.
    Its sad games like this are far and few between and Call of Duty gets praise and a new release every year. Good job sheeple.
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  15. Sep 2, 2015
    10
    This is a very high-quality game. It's not the same compelling story as the movie Fury Road, but I think that's a good thing. Open World Mad Max is a great idea, but most importantly the driving is super fun and the physics feel solid.
  16. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    One of the most fun games of the current generation, the fighting cars are very incredible the best part of the game, the story is good, and the gameplay is very reminiscent of Batman and that's not bad because the combat is very fluid, worth playing, many analyzes from what I saw did not play even one hour of game, I do not believe in these 'analysts' bowl half, played for own account andOne of the most fun games of the current generation, the fighting cars are very incredible the best part of the game, the story is good, and the gameplay is very reminiscent of Batman and that's not bad because the combat is very fluid, worth playing, many analyzes from what I saw did not play even one hour of game, I do not believe in these 'analysts' bowl half, played for own account and I could see it really is a good game. Expand
  17. Sep 6, 2015
    10
    This is the best game I played on my PS4 so far. Amazing graphics, pure wasteland atmosphere, good mix of driving, fighting, upgrading etc. Story develops during the game-play as your skills. Open world with no restriction, good for exploring, levelling up in advance. I would definitely recommend this one.
  18. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    An incredible game, a sensational universe to be explored, very good, there can be repetitive missions, but certainly a very neat game with amazing graphics and customization of vehicles a touch of refinement to the game. Congratulations Avalanche Studios and Warner for this pleasant surprise. Note 1000 for this game.
  19. Sep 8, 2015
    10
    Ahh... A perfect Mad Max game, love it! And again his cars (The Interceptors) get stolen (again). But who cares? Anyway, the game was rock & solid, a truly AAA Mad Max game, where you ram (almost everyone) with your car, & beat every War Boys until their thick skull, CRACKED!

    Best Game ever! Unless you count Fallout 4 & Uncharted 4: A Thief's End
  20. Apr 22, 2018
    10
    Amazing game!! Great story, gameplay,graphics, everything.The world is huge and full of fun things to do, and everything is done with an impressive polish and atention to detail. This game balances on foot combat,looting and exploration with veicular racing and destruction in an unique and amazing way. Those critcs must be all retards.
  21. Sep 7, 2016
    10
    The Mad Max game Fallout wishes it was.
    I haven't stopped playing this game since I started it, I'm about half way through the story and I'm loving it.
    The visceral, brutal combat, the cars, sound effects and environment are spot on. This is the Mad Max game you have been waiting for. The game encapsulates the world of Mad Max perfectly and the nods to the 4 movies are everywhere. The
    The Mad Max game Fallout wishes it was.
    I haven't stopped playing this game since I started it, I'm about half way through the story and I'm loving it.
    The visceral, brutal combat, the cars, sound effects and environment are spot on. This is the Mad Max game you have been waiting for.
    The game encapsulates the world of Mad Max perfectly and the nods to the 4 movies are everywhere.
    The story is as bare bones as it gets, but it doesn't matter. There is so much to do between missions, it can get a bit overwhelming, they do get a bit repetitive but they're so damned fun. Max is a bit of a completionist's nightmare because of all the collectables and all the side quests, but again, I'm having so much fun with it I just don't care.
    Sure the AI sucks, enemies just rush you, or stand back and wait while you deal with their friends, the vehicle combat is fantastic with various ways to dispatch your opponents. The character upgrade system and vehicle building work perfectly and are suited to this type of game.
    I feel that this game really should be a 9, because of how its really just a glorified, violent fetch quest, but its pulled off perfectly.
    That and the fact that there is no redundant DLC or tacked on Multiplayer I'm going to give it top marks!
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  22. Oct 17, 2015
    10
    Awesome game, really dig the wasteland and my car and the feeling of being free to explore this dangerous world. Got a definite fallout feel to it so if you love fallout and GTA you should know they had a kid and this kid is MAD MAX.

    That being said it's not devoid of problems, scenario if bof bof at best, story mode is very short and there are almost no worthwhile friendly encounters
    Awesome game, really dig the wasteland and my car and the feeling of being free to explore this dangerous world. Got a definite fallout feel to it so if you love fallout and GTA you should know they had a kid and this kid is MAD MAX.

    That being said it's not devoid of problems, scenario if bof bof at best, story mode is very short and there are almost no worthwhile friendly encounters in the wasteland (lots of good enemy encounters). The progression is very institutional (like AC, repeat the same objective types) and the agility of the hero on foot is abysmal.

    Overall still worth it due to this excellent feeling of freedom, open world environment and immersion.
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  23. Oct 15, 2016
    10
    Surprisingly good, I'm very glad I bought this despite the mixed reviews. Feels like a bit of a grind sometimes, and has some annoying moments, but still made me fall in love the wasteland, and I enjoyed the ride with Max all the way.
  24. Sep 23, 2015
    10
    i haven't enjoyed a game this much since Dying Light. It's the kind of world I want to do everything in! I dropped playing Metal Gear Solid to play this, and at first It took a little while to get into (coming from an 80 Million dollar game to this), but once you get used to the difference in movement / controls and start unlocking things you won't be disappointed. My game of the yeari haven't enjoyed a game this much since Dying Light. It's the kind of world I want to do everything in! I dropped playing Metal Gear Solid to play this, and at first It took a little while to get into (coming from an 80 Million dollar game to this), but once you get used to the difference in movement / controls and start unlocking things you won't be disappointed. My game of the year so far. Fun factor through the roof! Expand
  25. Aug 1, 2023
    10
    I just purchased Mad Max new for $20 after selling Red Dead Redemption 2 used for $20. I enjoyed the graphical and narrative depth of RDR2, the ridiculous level of detail is insane, but I just couldn't commit the massive amounts of time required to complete the often times, very mundane objectives and gameplay. I liked it, I liked it a lot actually, but I wasn't having fun playing it. RDR2I just purchased Mad Max new for $20 after selling Red Dead Redemption 2 used for $20. I enjoyed the graphical and narrative depth of RDR2, the ridiculous level of detail is insane, but I just couldn't commit the massive amounts of time required to complete the often times, very mundane objectives and gameplay. I liked it, I liked it a lot actually, but I wasn't having fun playing it. RDR2 felt tedious more than it felt fun, and this was always one of my grievances with the otherwise brilliant Death Stranding. Mad Max was a game I wanted since it came out 8 years ago. That may seem like a long time ago but consider Grand Theft Auto V and Skyrim are nearly 13 years old. So I came across a rare instance of Mad Max brand new and finally decided to purchase it. Holy crap am I an idiot for not buying it sooner. This game is a masterpiece! Right from the opening title sequence it actually feels like a Mad Max film (I love all of them, but Beyond Thunderdome is still my favorite. Expand
  26. Sep 4, 2015
    10
    This game is amazing!! Now I have only been playing for a few hours, and maybe it will get repetitive, but right now what more could you want. Its a huge open world game with RPG elements. It has some of the best graphics I've seen to date, right up there with Arkham Knight and the Witcher 3. It may not be as involved as the other 2 games listed, but it definitely deserves at least an 80This game is amazing!! Now I have only been playing for a few hours, and maybe it will get repetitive, but right now what more could you want. Its a huge open world game with RPG elements. It has some of the best graphics I've seen to date, right up there with Arkham Knight and the Witcher 3. It may not be as involved as the other 2 games listed, but it definitely deserves at least an 80 on this site. And its a shame that bad reviews may ruin a future for this IP. It really is a fun gorgeous game and its different on its own, it may not be Fallout 4 but what would you expect. Its an action open world game set in a post apocalyptic setting. The combat is good enough to surpass Assassins Creed which those games are garbage. And its heavier than Arkham Knight and more violent of course. The upgrade options are awesome as are how you earn them. I don't know what else to say, but this game truly seems amazing so far and the story is fine for what it is thus far along with some intense cut scenes. Good job Avalanche, great game engine too, lets hope Just Cause 3 can be just as good because Just Cause 2 was not my cup of tea that's for sure, but these developers do have some good talent there. Really this game is worth every dollar in my opinion. Thanks for the fun time Mad Max and what a beautiful game!!! Expand
  27. Nov 3, 2015
    10
    my votes a solid 9 I love this game the low critic scores are wrong the game runs without any hitch or bugs its fun the fightings solid the drivings battles are great theres loot everywhere upgrade paths lots of cars loads to do and did i mention its fun a real good time so ignore any score below 7.5 because its wrong
  28. Sep 4, 2015
    10
    after checking out the game it's to bad this game got a little above average scores on most of the review sites I still think it's because it is going to competing against MGSolid V which is a really good game. But just like this game it hold it's own. 2 great games for September next big release is NBA 2k16 baby.
  29. Sep 8, 2015
    10
    If you love the Mad Max world and seemingly endless activities to do in an open world sandbox then this game is for you. No, it is not groundbreaking or revolutionary in any way, but I love being immersed in the Mad Max world in the beautiful Wasteland. I'm writing this at work and I can't wait to get home to play some more!
  30. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Great combat, both in and out of the car. Nice thematic setpieces throughout the environment like an abandoned airport, a dried out harbor, and etc. Decent story and really neat toolset to use inside the vehicle. Car combat is amazing btw, by far the best part of the game. Next to that though is the great customization you can do to you car to make it yours.
  31. Mar 19, 2016
    10
    Very , very good game , better than all batman series , very good gameplay , story , graphic , sound , i love single player story mode game and this game is the appropriate one for me .......
  32. Nov 10, 2017
    10
    I LOVE this game. If you really enjoyed the films, you're going to love the game. Sure, it's a bit overwhelming and repetitive sometimes but it's such a visual treat. The wasteland and gameplay (IMO) are fantastic. The only issue I had was the lack of diversity in side missions. Also the first time I upgraded a base fully, I felt fulfilled. Then I saw they wanted me to do the same thingI LOVE this game. If you really enjoyed the films, you're going to love the game. Sure, it's a bit overwhelming and repetitive sometimes but it's such a visual treat. The wasteland and gameplay (IMO) are fantastic. The only issue I had was the lack of diversity in side missions. Also the first time I upgraded a base fully, I felt fulfilled. Then I saw they wanted me to do the same thing over and over again.. yuck. Again, if you loved the Mad Max movies, you'll love the game. Expand
  33. Jun 6, 2017
    10
    Mad Max is absolutely a great game. While it asks you to do hundreds of tasks throughout the game that follow the same basic formula, none, I repeat NONE, of the tasks are exact carbon copies of each other like in other open-world games. This is achieved by the fact that all locations, and I mean ALL of them, are completely different. Basically, you never feel like you have done the sameMad Max is absolutely a great game. While it asks you to do hundreds of tasks throughout the game that follow the same basic formula, none, I repeat NONE, of the tasks are exact carbon copies of each other like in other open-world games. This is achieved by the fact that all locations, and I mean ALL of them, are completely different. Basically, you never feel like you have done the same thing twice, except you have done it a hundred times but differently.

    This is the beauty of this game, and what makes it so enjoyable.

    The combat system is also great, but requires some getting used to. While it is a rhythm-based combat system akin to Batman games, there are clear tactics for each enemy horde on how to beat them clean, or get beaten up. Every fight also feels a bit different from the next one, even if there are only a handful of different enemies.

    Driving is marvelous, and extremely responsive. Weaponry on the cars is highly enjoyable to use as well.

    Lastly, it is Mad Max.

    It really is difficult to find anything negative to say about this game, except that I want more of it.

    (The "professional" reviewers are, again, full of it).
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  34. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This game is so much fun! And that's what gaming is about, fun, right? A huge, really huge, open world. Tons of customization options. Really pretty graphics. Fun and easy to learn combat. So I would really recommend the game :)

    ... Really sad that a lot of people don't even give a game like this a fair chance or have some stupid reasons to dislike the game. Hell I bet half of them
    This game is so much fun! And that's what gaming is about, fun, right? A huge, really huge, open world. Tons of customization options. Really pretty graphics. Fun and easy to learn combat. So I would really recommend the game :)

    ... Really sad that a lot of people don't even give a game like this a fair chance or have some stupid reasons to dislike the game. Hell I bet half of them didn't even play the game.

    Oh and look at the steam page, 97% score! 97%!! 1143 people voted, rated by the REAL gamers. Critic reviews my ass.
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  35. Jan 22, 2023
    10
    The game is basically amazing. Open world wasteland with a lot to do, good car dynamics, good graphics and much more. The critic reviews are insane
  36. Sep 6, 2015
    10
    I've been playing this game everyday since it came out. I play it all day, and i play it when I come home from work. This is a really fun game, and it never grows tired on me. The vast area of exploration is awesome. I'm already a level 13 Road Warrior
  37. Sep 6, 2015
    10
    one of the best games of the year so far. don't know why the critics are hating on this! will give it 10/10. amazing story and replay value is there!!! continue exploring and upgrading :D
  38. Oct 19, 2018
    10
    One of the best open world games I've ever played, I enjoyed it so much to sweep the map, taking away all the threat and making the most of missions .... The map is great and satisfying, the story is great and full of drama, the graphics are beautiful, anyway many positives and do not understand the low criticism here ...
  39. Sep 3, 2015
    10
    Gostei muito, o jogo incentiva a exploração, um grande mundo aberto e um combate divertido! Além de ter uma infinidade de itens para customizar.
    Recomendo demais!
  40. Oct 27, 2015
    10
    Mad Max is an awesome game in almost every way. The open world is immersive, the characters in game work, the fighting is superb, the vehicle combat is both unique in feel and is done to perfection, and the racing adds a new and fun option of things to do in the world. Outside of a few glitches, my only complaint is that some of the faces don't match the voices or the mouth movement is offMad Max is an awesome game in almost every way. The open world is immersive, the characters in game work, the fighting is superb, the vehicle combat is both unique in feel and is done to perfection, and the racing adds a new and fun option of things to do in the world. Outside of a few glitches, my only complaint is that some of the faces don't match the voices or the mouth movement is off when a character is talking. Expand
  41. Sep 7, 2015
    10
    think the critics are fair in some aspects but the actual score rating they gave this game is NOT fair, This game is great and it now stands to be the best game
  42. Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Explore the gritty, dynamic world while braving the treacherous landscapes, hostile wather patterns, and deadly gangs of marauders. Almost like from Mel Gibson !
  43. Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Absolutely loving this game! Has a great desolate vibe to it. The car mechanics are great, on foot is also great plus there is an upgrage system not just for the car but Max too! Sounds awesome on the tv and stereo but sounds even better on headphones and despite the beautiful music, turning it down enhances the lonely feeling of being in the desert plus you can zero in on some events youAbsolutely loving this game! Has a great desolate vibe to it. The car mechanics are great, on foot is also great plus there is an upgrage system not just for the car but Max too! Sounds awesome on the tv and stereo but sounds even better on headphones and despite the beautiful music, turning it down enhances the lonely feeling of being in the desert plus you can zero in on some events you might miss if the music is drowning it out so definitely play around with the settings to get your vibe on! Highly recommend this game! Expand
  44. Sep 17, 2015
    10
    i just played the game ..game starting only drive me crazy,superb graphics and vast beautiful wasteland,i was surprise to see low critic score,gameplay is extremely fun and brutal.developers made huge effort to show this beautiful brutal wasteland,the characters which comes have fantastic appearances with very good makeover and one more thing i loved cinematic intro,play and enjoy
  45. Sep 5, 2015
    10
    i can see the complaints from main stream reviews - copies batmans amazing combat - copies farcry 3 on the side of base and map completion- so it didnt bring any thing new to the table- BUT it brought it very well polished and in the mad max universe- this game plays great the story that is here is enough to push you through the grindyness but what post apocalypse game is not grindy? I myi can see the complaints from main stream reviews - copies batmans amazing combat - copies farcry 3 on the side of base and map completion- so it didnt bring any thing new to the table- BUT it brought it very well polished and in the mad max universe- this game plays great the story that is here is enough to push you through the grindyness but what post apocalypse game is not grindy? I my self am highly enjoying this as well as metal gear 5 but this is a nice break. Throw some dark toons on spotify and enjoy. Expand
  46. Sep 3, 2015
    10
    One fun game. Really it is most fun ive had in gaming for awhile. Not a strong story but hey it's mad max it's about the action. This is fast becoming my personal game of the year. The critics honestly have no idea
  47. Sep 7, 2015
    10
    O jogo é muito bommm, é uma proposta muito legal sair dirigindo um carro no meio do deserto com inimigos que podem aparecer a qualquer momento é excelente podem comprar
  48. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Great game for the fans of Mad Max, very enjoyable. I have been playing for over sixteen and a half hours now, and am satisfied as someone who knows the game's universe since waaaay back, in the old days.

    Great car physics, speeding up and slowing down, the wasteland atmosphere is also there! Great job, Avalanche Studio.

    what a lovely day!
  49. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    I felt compelled to write a quick review after looking at some of the artificially low Critic scores, I was fortunate enough to get the game early because of the bank holiday. Mad max is the most fun I've had in years on a single player game, there's a ton of things to do in each zone the game world is pretty big, the graphics are good and the game runs smooth and not had a single crash orI felt compelled to write a quick review after looking at some of the artificially low Critic scores, I was fortunate enough to get the game early because of the bank holiday. Mad max is the most fun I've had in years on a single player game, there's a ton of things to do in each zone the game world is pretty big, the graphics are good and the game runs smooth and not had a single crash or glitch in over 50 hours play. Brutal sandstorms can hit shredding enemies and throwing max around, optional side quests to complete, story missions, death races, brutal fights this game has it all. Do yourself a favour pick it up you will enjoy it if you actually like playing games. Expand
  50. Sep 6, 2015
    10
    Mad Max will absolutely blow you away! And I don't just mean in game via the incredibly wild dust storms, but by the fantastically well designed and executed game-play; the amazing vast and varied wide open world; the gorgeously detailed and moody graphics; the cast of intriguing colorful characters and vehicles; and the brilliantly designed leveling-up and progression systems.Mad Max will absolutely blow you away! And I don't just mean in game via the incredibly wild dust storms, but by the fantastically well designed and executed game-play; the amazing vast and varied wide open world; the gorgeously detailed and moody graphics; the cast of intriguing colorful characters and vehicles; and the brilliantly designed leveling-up and progression systems. Additionally, as a long time fan of the Mad Max movies, I can tell you that this game hits all the right notes. The vehicles and character designs are spot-on; the atmosphere is spot-on; the environment is spot on and Mad Max himself is spot-on. My kudos and heartfelt thanks goes to Warner Bros. and the Avalanche Team for making my Mad Max gaming dreams come true. To those whom may be hesitant about buying this game for whatever reason, don't be. Just do yourself a favor and get it now, you will have the ride of your gaming life! Now time to call Chumbucket...I'm going back in! Expand
  51. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    After seeing so many mixed review for this game, I thought I had to say something. My Copy of Max was delivered the Saturday before release, perfect timing for what would have otherwise been a lonely weekend.

    The game is a lot of fun, especially if you have just watched Fury Road. The car combat is very good and a lot of fun. Once you get hang of the time slowing mechanic and upgrade a
    After seeing so many mixed review for this game, I thought I had to say something. My Copy of Max was delivered the Saturday before release, perfect timing for what would have otherwise been a lonely weekend.

    The game is a lot of fun, especially if you have just watched Fury Road. The car combat is very good and a lot of fun. Once you get hang of the time slowing mechanic and upgrade a few of the core parts of the car such as the harpoon and basic armour you will be able to chain together various moves to take out enemies in spectacular fashion.

    The hand to hand combat is suitably brutal. Each punch feels like there is some genuine weight behind it. And the variety of combat upgrades in terms of finishers makes it seem even more visceral. I have seen a few reviews state that the combat is flat and boring, yet it plays exactly the same as Batman and Shadow of Mordor, so I can't seem to get peoples conclusions on that front.

    The upgrading of both Max and the car are pretty wide. Most of the upgrades to Max are linear though, meaning it is just there to increase his armour states with various jackets, or his melee power with different knuckleduster gloves. The car upgrades are of a similar vain, with them progressing up the ladder of move armour, better weapons or faster engines, but you can make some genuinely individual looking monster to prowl the wasteland in.

    On the PS4 the game looks gorgeous. From the sun-bleached desert to the explosions and debris sent flying after you slam in to an enemy vehicle, the game looks stunning. I have not noticed a single bit of pop up that others have mentioned in previous reviews. All the animations are fluid as well, from Max simply getting out the Magnum Opus to hand to hand combat, it all seems to flow seamlessly from one to the other.

    All in all I love this game. I have spent 15 hours so far in the Wasteland and I have only just fortified my first stronghold, compared to Gamespot who said they had completed the game in this time. I am still a way away from completing to storyline and I am looking forward to sinking many more hours in to this to get it completed.

    In my eyes, if you enjoyed the movies and enjoyed Shadow of Mordor, then I am sure you will enjoy this game as well.
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  52. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Great game for the fans of Mad Max, very enjoyable. I have been playing for over sixteen and a half hours now, and am satisfied as someone who knows the game's universe since waaaay back, in the old days.

    Great car physics, speeding up and slowing down, the wasteland atmosphere is also there! Great job, Avalanche Studio.

    what a lovely day!
  53. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This is nice game.
    If you enjoyed watching the latest movie, you will have a blast playing this game.
    Players will truly experience the drive of Mad Max atmosphere, in the sounds, in the physics and the design.
  54. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    A great sandbox with much to do. I bought this because I did not like Metal Gear, simply because I am not a fan of the gameplay. AND I MUST SAY the carnage in this game is over the top. It was beyond fun. 10/10
  55. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    I give this game a 9.0, but am raising to 10 to counter low scores given by users who have clearly not played the game.

    Great post-apocalyptic setting, everything you would expect from an open world game (side quests, exploration, collectibles), all with the Mad Max style. It gives a bit more insight into the world and lore of Mad Max. A ton of fun to play, although the combat system
    I give this game a 9.0, but am raising to 10 to counter low scores given by users who have clearly not played the game.

    Great post-apocalyptic setting, everything you would expect from an open world game (side quests, exploration, collectibles), all with the Mad Max style. It gives a bit more insight into the world and lore of Mad Max. A ton of fun to play, although the combat system can be a little tedious (think Middle Earth SOM). I can't wait to jump back on and explore more of this world!
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  56. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    This game a gas guzzling, explosion filled, romp through and harsh and treacherous wasteland. This game plays so smoothly and is just a joy to control and play! If you liked Fury Road and Just Cause you will most definitely like this game
  57. Sep 1, 2015
    10
    Great game in an open world, with good graphics and gameplay! The combat system reminiscent of the familiar shadow of Mordor and Batman. Anyone who like these games I recommend to educate.
  58. Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Mad Max is the best game I've played in couple of years. I can't wait to get back to this crazy ride. This game is absolutely awesome! So many things you can do in the desert..
  59. Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Great game, lots of fun!

    Mad Max atmosphere = check! Great car combat = check! Awesome graphics = Check! Visceral & Gruesome melee combat = check! Just good ol' fun game to play = check! Fun sidekick = check! Wasteland dog buddy = check! Stayed up late last night playing it = check! Looking forward to playing it later today after work = check! I think this is a good way to
    Great game, lots of fun!

    Mad Max atmosphere = check!
    Great car combat = check!
    Awesome graphics = Check!
    Visceral & Gruesome melee combat = check!
    Just good ol' fun game to play = check!
    Fun sidekick = check!
    Wasteland dog buddy = check!
    Stayed up late last night playing it = check!
    Looking forward to playing it later today after work = check!
    I think this is a good way to review games = check! :)
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  60. Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Just awesome! It's simple, fun, beautiful and brutal! That's everything I was expecting from this game. The combat is a bit limited and simple, but I don't think it's a negative point. It's easy to handle and it's very satisfying to feel Max punching the enemies. I really liked the animations in the game, contrary to what most people are saying. Max in this game is not a super hero, or aJust awesome! It's simple, fun, beautiful and brutal! That's everything I was expecting from this game. The combat is a bit limited and simple, but I don't think it's a negative point. It's easy to handle and it's very satisfying to feel Max punching the enemies. I really liked the animations in the game, contrary to what most people are saying. Max in this game is not a super hero, or a super soldier, he is a really very tough guy, that runs and fights the way he knows how to do it, and I think the game shows it perfectly! The car driving in the beginning was a little difficult but quickly I got used to it. For me it's a 10 cause I bought this game to have fun in the Wasteland with one of my favorite movie characters of all times, and I never expected too much of the story, if it is good, it's gonna be a bonus, if it's not, perfectly ok for me. For me, this game being repetitive is not a bad thing, because I have lots of fun playing it! Expand
  61. Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Just play it. There, in wasteland, you´ll find all the fun that a car chase needs. Don´t be bothered by such "Iknoweverything" reviewers. Combat system is solid. Missons do their job nicely. There´s nothing like beat a car in a highspeed dusty highway.
  62. Sep 2, 2015
    10
    This game definitely scratches that Mad Max itch after seeing Fury Road. I'm sure some of the low scores its receiving is, in part, because it came out the same day as MGS 5, but the game can truly carry its own. It is extremely addictive, polished, and a hell of a lot of fun! Don't make up your mind based on negative reviews - if you want to experience the world of Mad Max, try the gameThis game definitely scratches that Mad Max itch after seeing Fury Road. I'm sure some of the low scores its receiving is, in part, because it came out the same day as MGS 5, but the game can truly carry its own. It is extremely addictive, polished, and a hell of a lot of fun! Don't make up your mind based on negative reviews - if you want to experience the world of Mad Max, try the game for yourself. Expand
  63. Sep 2, 2015
    10
    Mad Max is just an amazing game, with a big lovely world!
    I love the combat and driving, you can upgrade very much things what makes it even better.
    Fighting feels really good and just the whole setting is cool!

    Def 10/10
  64. Sep 3, 2015
    10
    Harcore action of Mad Max world. Fighting & driving systems, are awesome as f***. I think it's best racing game since long time. The way to make a сutscene and directing suggest that Miller himself was involved in the creation or advised minimmum. It is very a quality product. I was expecting less.
  65. Sep 3, 2015
    10
    Masterpiece. Mad Max is by far one of the best games I have played in a while. Beyond stunning graphics running at constant 60fps, intense car and melee combat scenarios, limitless customization options, and an unforgiving wasteland environment full of secrets, this game truly ties everyone searching for a great open world game to their screens.
  66. Sep 3, 2015
    10
    Mad Max is a game full of beauty. Every corner of the wasteland is packed full of fun. The game is massive, the wasteland seems endless... because it is. There is never a dull moment when playing Mad Max. Well worth the retail price, makes me feel young again.
  67. Sep 4, 2015
    10
    Mad Max is one of the best Games i ve played This year, it makes you feel like you are on the mad Max universe with its big vast open world. The combat is great both on foot or in the car. If you like action Games with lots of combat and explosions on big open world, you should definitely get this game
  68. Sep 4, 2015
    10
    I have played computer games since they were first invented, and I know a good/bad game, when I play one.
    I can cheerfully say, that Mad Max, is definately the former.
    If you like the Batman games or Shadow of Mordor, you may well like this one too. I love Mad Max the road warrior and Fury road, so I always wanted a game to play in that world, and this does not disappoint at all. Great
    I have played computer games since they were first invented, and I know a good/bad game, when I play one.
    I can cheerfully say, that Mad Max, is definately the former.
    If you like the Batman games or Shadow of Mordor, you may well like this one too.
    I love Mad Max the road warrior and Fury road, so I always wanted a game to play in that world, and this does not disappoint at all. Great car combat, even better on foot combat, great graphics, car races, a great sense of wanting to find parts to improve your car and your own abilities, and the taking down of camps is great too. When I saw that this game was cancelled on ps3, I thought, well I had no reason to buy a ps4 as there were no killer games and the graphics are barely noticeably better, but I simply had to have this game, and I am very happy with the game and the console. P.S. Microsoft, I normally always get an xbox too, but when I found out that you have to install all the games(which takes hours) I decided against it.
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  69. Sep 4, 2015
    10
    This is an amazing game, It met my expectations and then some, a great open world with a loveable sidekick by the name of chumbucket and oacked with hings to do, there are tons of cars to unlock along with customisation options for mac and your magnum opus.

    It may not win game of the year, but its definetly taking my top spot for this years best game of 2015, get this game if you are a
    This is an amazing game, It met my expectations and then some, a great open world with a loveable sidekick by the name of chumbucket and oacked with hings to do, there are tons of cars to unlock along with customisation options for mac and your magnum opus.

    It may not win game of the year, but its definetly taking my top spot for this years best game of 2015, get this game if you are a fan of mad max, a fan of games like far cry 3 or the batman arkham games.

    This game is by no means an average game as described by critics, it may be a bit repetitive, but if you are repeating a good thing, then whats wrong woth that?

    Get this game because you are missing out on one of 2015s best movie licensed games, and best p high octane adventure of the year.
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  70. Sep 5, 2015
    10
    Otimo jogo para os amantes de carros!! Graficos lindos, historia melhor que do filme!! Muito conteudo alternativo a se fazer!! Unico defeito é que achei a historia um pouco curta, mais é muito boa!!! Nao acreditem nas criticas de fanboys do MGS, pois mad max é tao bom quanto!!!
  71. Sep 5, 2015
    10
    Apocalypse WOW!
    I've always been a big fan of this genre ever since Car Wars and Auto Duel. Avalanche and WBIE have created an absolutely fantastic game that has done the Mad Max franchise proud!
    Shame on you Polygon and Gamespot! (and the smaller guys who jumped on the bandwagon as well!) Mad Max has been a complete joy to play! The graphics are awesome, the gameplay superb, and the
    Apocalypse WOW!
    I've always been a big fan of this genre ever since Car Wars and Auto Duel. Avalanche and WBIE have created an absolutely fantastic game that has done the Mad Max franchise proud!
    Shame on you Polygon and Gamespot! (and the smaller guys who jumped on the bandwagon as well!)
    Mad Max has been a complete joy to play! The graphics are awesome, the gameplay superb, and the carnage is delicious! Love Love LOVE this game! 10/10!
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  72. Sep 6, 2015
    10
    this game is the best hardcore action game played ever and the action evolved from mordor for example limb breaking counter, ground melee weapon execution, wall execution ,shiv execution etc.
    i am doubtful whether critics exclude this action and see only repetitive missions
  73. Sep 7, 2015
    10
    if you fan and like to play twisted metal and batman combat at the same time and long game with classic play side missions and story this game is on for that . its worth to buy as long the game goes also fight top bosses and costume car and sounds of car if u fan of drag race and fight games and big fan of mad max you will love it . i been waiting to see mad max world in video game andif you fan and like to play twisted metal and batman combat at the same time and long game with classic play side missions and story this game is on for that . its worth to buy as long the game goes also fight top bosses and costume car and sounds of car if u fan of drag race and fight games and big fan of mad max you will love it . i been waiting to see mad max world in video game and dream come true . like it :) Expand
  74. Sep 7, 2015
    10
    Great game. Is appropriate to remember those who complain that it's only desert that Mad Max is set in a world post apocalipitico where the sea dried up.
  75. Sep 7, 2015
    10
    This game is very amazing!i am having such a blast!!im about 30 hours in and i still have as bunch left to do and theres still the competition starting sept 9 for a chance to win one of the in game vehicles!i would tell anyone to buy this game becasue its huge,very fun,good graphics and so many mission/side quests/ random events and things to do its a great single player experience.my onlyThis game is very amazing!i am having such a blast!!im about 30 hours in and i still have as bunch left to do and theres still the competition starting sept 9 for a chance to win one of the in game vehicles!i would tell anyone to buy this game becasue its huge,very fun,good graphics and so many mission/side quests/ random events and things to do its a great single player experience.my only complaint is the controlls,in which i changed in the options and now its fine.theres also an amaZing capture mode which allows u to pause at any moment and take the camera/your point of view and fly it anywhere for that perfect kodak moment,! This game has been rated very low by critics and i dont understand,i noticed the reviews by gamers are very high.its not right to have ppl rate games that arent core gamers!in my opinion this game is worth the money as u will have tons and tons of hours of gameplay and you will be having fun doing it and customizing your own car to your liking!theres alot of other things you can spend that money on and not get the same value from it!hope this helps! Expand
  76. Sep 8, 2015
    10
    One of the best PS4 games to come out so far. This is a great game with alot of character customization, melee combat, and the best wasteland I've played in a game. The skies look beautiful, the sandstorms are intense. Not sure why it's being so underrated.
  77. Sep 9, 2015
    10
    Mad Max will make any fan of the films smile from ear to ear. The draw distance is absolutely amazing and the world itself feel so realized that the game sometimes plays as if you're location-scouting for the next mad max-movie. Critics complain about the lack of a compelling narrative and a sense of direction and purpose, but I think they misunderstand. A mad max-game should give you aMad Max will make any fan of the films smile from ear to ear. The draw distance is absolutely amazing and the world itself feel so realized that the game sometimes plays as if you're location-scouting for the next mad max-movie. Critics complain about the lack of a compelling narrative and a sense of direction and purpose, but I think they misunderstand. A mad max-game should give you a taste of the desolation, the fend for yourself- and go your own way-mottoes that's inherent to that world. It isn't perfect, and of course there's room for improvement in later games(when isn't it; in a first-in-a-new-series-game?) - but it's much, much, much, better than what most critics give it credit for and I'm not surprised to see the actual gamers themselves loving it. Expand
  78. Sep 10, 2015
    10
    one of the best single player experiences i have had this year... i just don't know why this game gets poor ratings from other reviewing sites ... i am just loving this game .. combat is great almost identical to batman arkham trilogy .. visuals are great... driving is good too... but .. jump button feels a bit awkward ,,,
  79. Sep 11, 2015
    10
    Mad Max was created with hardcore fans in mind. Tons of useful upgrades and scrap that help you build your Magnum Opus in an extremely bleak world. You may find yourself overwhelmed at first by the games Map and all the side quests, but it seems just about everything you do comes with some kind of reward, big and small. Some players may be disappointed just sticking with the main storyMad Max was created with hardcore fans in mind. Tons of useful upgrades and scrap that help you build your Magnum Opus in an extremely bleak world. You may find yourself overwhelmed at first by the games Map and all the side quests, but it seems just about everything you do comes with some kind of reward, big and small. Some players may be disappointed just sticking with the main story line. If you like to grind and get rewarded with some cool loot then the side quests are extremely fun. If your not a gamer but a big fan of the Mad Max movies, you will love this game. Expand
  80. Sep 18, 2015
    10
    Now, masterpieces based on movies and books such as the Arkham franchise and Metro: Last Light were amazing games, but Mad Max takes another step in their genre in nearly every level including graphics, customization, and gameplay. After watching Mad Max: Fury Road, it made me hyped to buy the game. It exceeded expectations and after playing it for a week straight, ive only progressed 50%Now, masterpieces based on movies and books such as the Arkham franchise and Metro: Last Light were amazing games, but Mad Max takes another step in their genre in nearly every level including graphics, customization, and gameplay. After watching Mad Max: Fury Road, it made me hyped to buy the game. It exceeded expectations and after playing it for a week straight, ive only progressed 50% through this massive game. Driving through an open wasteland might sound boring, but theres a ton of things to do such as pulling down scarecrows, infiltrating camps, finding scrap and history relics in at least 100 scavenging locations and reading bios about every character, enemy, and location. The customization in this game isn't infinite, but its very good and uprading Max's jacket, shotgun, wrist armor, and more is very rewarding and enjoyable, and purchasing skills to upgrade Max's fighting skills makes the brutal melee combat even better. The Magnum Opus car is very fun and exciting to upgrade, such as weaponry, rims, armor, engines and more. The graphics are truly next-gen as different rocks and boulders break and fly aroound as you crash into them. The wasteland is truly dynamic and doesn't feel blank or bare in any way. The story wasnt the best but it was pretty good and resembles the Mad Max universe very well. It is one of the only games i ever played that had an enjoyable ending and unlocking special items to use after you have completed the story. There are also different Strongholds where Max can return and add vehicles to his garage, do Wasteland missions for the Stronghold leader, and upgrading the Stronghold is very rewarding. Finding Project Parts and building Oil Pumps to refill Max's vehicles, Maggot farms, Survey crews, and much more. Each Stronghold can upgrade as in donating scrap, and building projects will change the stronghold, such as adding new houses and decorations and more people, making it look way better than what it started with. Max can't do parkour, but he can climb ladders, certain ledges, shimmy trough small gaps, and jump a few inches in the air. This game has THE best camera editor ever. You can take screenshots and add a ton of filters, overlay, logos, blur intensity, exposure, and more to create an epic screenshot stabbing a guy in face, car combat, and whatever you want, Theres also a Video mode, where you can connect a second controller so a friend can record and control the camera to make an awesome cutscene. This game deserves an 11/10, and i hope this review helps you understand the game, and that your'e putting the disk in right now. Expand
  81. Sep 21, 2015
    10
    Sorprendente a la par que convencional. Sí, ya lo sé, parece contradictorio. Sin embargo, Mad Max representa la unión genial de situaciones y mecánicas ya vistas en otros juegos del género sandbox con innovadoras técnicas de presentación que lo convierten en algo fresco, divertido y adictivo.

    La atmósfera de la saga de películas magistralmente representada, unos gráficos muy dignos
    Sorprendente a la par que convencional. Sí, ya lo sé, parece contradictorio. Sin embargo, Mad Max representa la unión genial de situaciones y mecánicas ya vistas en otros juegos del género sandbox con innovadoras técnicas de presentación que lo convierten en algo fresco, divertido y adictivo.

    La atmósfera de la saga de películas magistralmente representada, unos gráficos muy dignos para la current-gen y el amplio árbol de habilidades y opciones de customización tanto para Max como para su automóvil hacen del título algo grande que ser recordado.

    Mad Max es todo aquello que no supo hacer Watchdogs. Otra muestra de que el marketing no lo es todo y de que hay genialidades que llegan haciendo muy poquito ruido.
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  82. Sep 25, 2015
    10
    Sure it's a Single player game but when it's made by Avalanche Studios, it's going to be a blast. My expectations were confirmed when I received this game. The satisfaction of the brutal on foot and vehicle combat takes me back to the good old days of burnout, but in a more mature fashion. Shooting the fuel tank with a shotgun or pulling off brutal takedowns on foot in fury mode is soSure it's a Single player game but when it's made by Avalanche Studios, it's going to be a blast. My expectations were confirmed when I received this game. The satisfaction of the brutal on foot and vehicle combat takes me back to the good old days of burnout, but in a more mature fashion. Shooting the fuel tank with a shotgun or pulling off brutal takedowns on foot in fury mode is so satisfying. Collecting all the collectibles can become a bit OCD but discovering hidden areas and parts to build up your strongholds always gives you something to do. Will provide me with over 50 hours of entertainment minimum until I near 100%, the game also has up to 10 auto save slots meaning you can play through it many times in different ways. Expand
  83. Sep 29, 2015
    10
    This is an incredible game! I have the platinum and still wanna continue exploring the world.
    Please dont listen to some of the "professional" reviews, most of the reviewers who reviewed Mad max are Mgs fanboys who are afraid of a little competition from a little studio in sweden.
    Plus this game has a real ending and all, no need to buy the collectors edition with a blueray disc
    This is an incredible game! I have the platinum and still wanna continue exploring the world.
    Please dont listen to some of the "professional" reviews, most of the reviewers who reviewed Mad max are Mgs fanboys who are afraid of a little competition from a little studio in sweden.
    Plus this game has a real ending and all, no need to buy the collectors edition with a blueray disc containing the real ending ;) phantom pain fans know what im talking about hahahaha

    Mad Max is pure wasteland magic and has never been portrayed in a better way, plus its graphically stunning! All that makes it the best debut of the year, no contest at all. My runner up for goty as The witcher 3 is unbeatable this year.
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  84. Nov 3, 2015
    10
    Mad Max is an amazing game. I bought it for PC with big discount.
    So far I’m loving every second of it. Dog in the beginning it’s such a nice touch.
    Fighting Mechanics: the Fighting system is amazing. Yeah... it looks like a Batman’s fighting system. But why not, for batman it was amazingly implemented. Same story here. I love that ammo is scares. Sound: Is incredible, it is so
    Mad Max is an amazing game. I bought it for PC with big discount.
    So far I’m loving every second of it. Dog in the beginning it’s such a nice touch.

    Fighting Mechanics: the Fighting system is amazing. Yeah... it looks like a Batman’s fighting system. But why not, for batman it was amazingly implemented. Same story here. I love that ammo is scares.

    Sound: Is incredible, it is so immersive. V6 Sounds like V6 and not like V4. I have not heard V* but I bet it sounds amazing.

    Graphics: Everything looks so meticulously handcrafted. I love every part of the world.

    Game mechanics: I really like sand storms, I love that I have to fuel up. My mechanic is something awesome, he is funny too. Harpoon is great.

    Story: I have not gone far. About 5 hours into the game. There is so much to do and it does not feel boring at all.

    Graphics: Just gorgeous. I would have bought ps4 version, but I got a discount for the PC version. PS4 version looks almost as good.

    What I did not like: Nothing so far.

    This game is must have. To me personally it looks so much better than Fallout 4. Fallout is a sore topic for me so I won’t get into it.

    UPDATE #1: Read all the BIOS to enjoy the story.

    One thing that I would like to see in this game is Stealth System, MAD MAX need stealth system.

    Also, 'I would love to see people in the freed outpost notice you, cheer. It just looks like Max is nonexistent.
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  85. Jan 4, 2021
    10
    Great game for the fans of Mad Max, very enjoyable. I have been playing for over sixteen and a half hours now, and am satisfied as someone who knows the game's universe since waaaay back, in the old days.
    Great car physics, speeding up and slowing down, the wasteland atmosphere is also there! Great job, Avalanche Studio.
  86. Nov 12, 2015
    10
    "There is something so satisfying driving through the wasteland"- Colin Moriarty. I echo that statement.

    I lost my 24+ hour save by mistake and had to start all over. That didn't put a damper on the entertainment as Mad Max is a game that deserves to be replayed. Just finding out about the world through historic relics is awesome. What happened to this world? Why did the ocean retreat?
    "There is something so satisfying driving through the wasteland"- Colin Moriarty. I echo that statement.

    I lost my 24+ hour save by mistake and had to start all over. That didn't put a damper on the entertainment as Mad Max is a game that deserves to be replayed. Just finding out about the world through historic relics is awesome. What happened to this world? Why did the ocean retreat?

    And at essence this game is about the world that Max finds himself in. Its just so fascinating and a experience that needs to be savored. The campaign leaves little to be desired but then again its the dismantling of camps, finding scrap, car combat and just wrecking in combat that make this game a game. A favorite of mine for 2015 as there was little known about it before launch and thus you go into the game to experience it.
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  87. Dec 9, 2015
    10
    Interstate '76 meets Fallout 2.

    If you have played Just Cause 2 you might notice the gameplay similarities in both mechanics and amounts of fun you get out of the game.

    Burn the haters in blessed fire of gasoline and in the holy fumes of my V8!
  88. Jan 18, 2016
    10
    Amazing game. The env and atmosphere will set you down in the Mad Max world. If you grew up with the Miller's film this is a definitively buy. You feel the apocalypse around you when you go outside in the wasteland.
    The Magnum opus is fully customizable and the story it's very well integrated with the game. The polishing of the title it's incredible, like the various camera effects, the
    Amazing game. The env and atmosphere will set you down in the Mad Max world. If you grew up with the Miller's film this is a definitively buy. You feel the apocalypse around you when you go outside in the wasteland.
    The Magnum opus is fully customizable and the story it's very well integrated with the game. The polishing of the title it's incredible, like the various camera effects, the details of the world and the animations. The combat system it's perfect, the fury mode will put you in the middle of the action, and once the fight is done, you will feel you heart beat a lot faster than you expected.
    Conclusion: it's a must have for any who loves action and the 80's movies with a touch of next gen!
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  89. Apr 6, 2018
    10
    Playing it now thanks to PS plus. Great game, i got hooked with it from the beginning. There is some grind to do to max you car and character but it´s pretty fun to complete all the activities the game offers.
  90. Mar 21, 2017
    10
    Excellent control of the car, beautiful graphics, beautiful atmosphere, well, besides not short... ya oru zaebisya...There are no analogues to this game, so such a good estimate
  91. Mar 31, 2016
    10
    hey guys am bout to tell you what its bout bro please buy dis game its very great please d pressing one said so so do your self a flavor and buy dis game if you like epic battle so cool with Springfield rifle massive sweat so sweaty
  92. May 13, 2016
    10
    This game is so underrated held off for a while from the response it got but glad I got it , excellent interpretation of the mad max series. Being an Aussie I'm glad they used an Australian actor for Max's voice. Loved levelling up max and making his car as badass as possible. The car sounds so awesome screaming through the wastelands, you do really feel alone and exposed to a harsh newThis game is so underrated held off for a while from the response it got but glad I got it , excellent interpretation of the mad max series. Being an Aussie I'm glad they used an Australian actor for Max's voice. Loved levelling up max and making his car as badass as possible. The car sounds so awesome screaming through the wastelands, you do really feel alone and exposed to a harsh new world in a good way. I enjoyed the combat more then the arkham series as it feels more brutal and desperate like a brawl. Early on in the game the combat can be a bit discouraging but it encourages you to level up , cos after that I started looking forward to fights and hunting down war boys. The graphics are amazing probably the best sunsets I've seen in a game since the witcher 3. All in all I had fun with this game, there's nothing like it out there . Car combat , fisticuffs and open world exploring. Dont let the mediocre reviews turn you off. Buy it and try it'll surprise you. Expand
  93. Aug 20, 2016
    10
    This is an amazing game; and I say this as a Mad Max fan. And why do I say this? 1 - Combat is challenging and enjoyable. 2 - Game history and climate is well developed. 3 - Great learning curve. 4 - Amazing graphics and detailed Care with events. If you would like to know more details, I will explain bellow.
    What I enjoyed the most about this game, is how well developers have put on the
    This is an amazing game; and I say this as a Mad Max fan. And why do I say this? 1 - Combat is challenging and enjoyable. 2 - Game history and climate is well developed. 3 - Great learning curve. 4 - Amazing graphics and detailed Care with events. If you would like to know more details, I will explain bellow.
    What I enjoyed the most about this game, is how well developers have put on the effort to recreate and build on the Mad Max scenario and lore. Take a couple of minutes and Look around, the wind blowing, the vastness of the desert, the jerks and perks of the characters. Notice how Just everything went mad. There is cannibalism, people eating worms, a godlike culture of endless warfare and the struggle of all against all. When you find the relics, put the pieces together and notice how much they built on the original movies, adding more to the lore. And also, there are the missions and combat. It is repetitive to a point, yet no mission is the same, scenario wise. The learning curve is great because If you want the game to be easier, do all the side missions first; you will get better equipment and upgrades and the game will flow. If you want a challenge, focus on the main mission and you will find yourself constantly dying due to a beating, hacked by an axe, due to hunger or thirst, or run over by a car driven by hostiles. Finally, combat options are many, since the player may fight while on foot or while driving, using punches, guns, harpoons, flamethrowers, among others. If you like Mad Max, and is willing to explore more of its characters and lore, I recommend this game.
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  94. Dec 3, 2018
    10
    We wait mad max 2 !.....Οne of the best open world who i never play,simple,not very dificult,nice graphics!
  95. Aug 30, 2017
    10
    This game was cruelly underrated on release and deserves to be played, yes it borrows off other games but it so much fun you soon ignore its failings , please ignore the poor scores on here and search out a copy , and here's hoping to a sequel.
  96. Oct 16, 2017
    10
    Awesome game! I could not stop playing until I got the platinum trophy (the first one on PS4!). I can recommend it to anyone. Play it, if you still had not a chance till 2017! :)
  97. Apr 8, 2018
    10
    I truely don’t understand the negative reviews now that I finally have played this game. I never bought it before because of all the bad reviews, but then it was available for free on PlayStation Plus so I decideded to try the game out. I absolutely love it. The combat is awesome, just like the Arkham series games. The driving is fantastic and really fun, the roar of the engine gets meI truely don’t understand the negative reviews now that I finally have played this game. I never bought it before because of all the bad reviews, but then it was available for free on PlayStation Plus so I decideded to try the game out. I absolutely love it. The combat is awesome, just like the Arkham series games. The driving is fantastic and really fun, the roar of the engine gets me every time I slam on the pedal. Upgrading your car is really fun as well and watching your car and Max’s appearance change throughout the game from ranking up and unlocking parts and gear is Awesome. You’ll also notice the environment change as you take down more camps and start new strongholds. Strongholds are great too because you also build additions to them that help you in the game and you’ll see the work you put in strongholds as well. It’s definitly my kind of game. I was expecting it to be much worse because of the reviews, now I keep trying to get all of my friends who haven’t played it yet to give it a try. The friends who have played it have been telling me it was a good game all along I just didn’t believe them until I tried it. Expand
  98. Mar 18, 2019
    10
    I ranked this game 10 because I think this title deserves more credit. It has a good open world atmosphere. You can see a devastating sand storm coming your way and then you have to run for your life and take shelter. It has a very nice graphics, fair story, nice combat system, and very fun car combat.
  99. Apr 25, 2019
    10
    Kurvára élveztem , jó volt :) . .
  100. May 19, 2019
    10
    Hra je za mě překvapením roku. Perfektní vizual, se zabavnou hratelností dělá z Mad Maxe jednu z nejlepších Open World PostApo her. Super jízdní model vozidel, a jejich destrukce s výbuchy jsou vážně impozantní. Avalanche studios se vážně předvedli, a ukazali že to umí, pokud mají dostatek peněz a času na hru.
Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 71 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 71
  2. Negative: 2 out of 71
  1. Nov 9, 2015
    50
    The best open world games nowadays are an expansion of the form, but Mad Max is highly regressive in far too many areas to be meaningful.
  2. Pelit (Finland)
    Nov 5, 2015
    85
    Mad Max used its imagery well, and as a sandbox game, it's thematically pretty coherent. I actually liked this more than GTA V: driving around is more exiting, and Batman-style fist fighting is more fun than Gears of GTA -cover shootouts. [Oct 2015]
  3. Play UK
    Oct 25, 2015
    40
    A functional open world game, Mad Max captures none of what makes its source material great. Missions are uninteresting, the world is dead and there are next to no damn car chases. [Issue#262, p.64]