Mad Max

 PlayStation 4
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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1770 Ratings

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  1. Gamingking007
    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. Shatohin
    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. scalan15
    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. Morphine_OD
    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. Naimac
    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    … Expand
  6. paddystudmuffin
    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. flavioxiv
    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. Ghoster
    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. TheMarine316
    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. lukszu
    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. TTFU
    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.    … Expand
  12. Nerdbasher2000
    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. phoeniix23
    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.    … Expand
  14. theeDarkhorse
    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.    … Expand
  15. Trylobot
    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. Vevo99
    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. satenciatko
    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. Wduarter
    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. SeanGamerDays
    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. RomuloVilela
    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. MaxPayneIsGod
    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!    … Expand
  22. username1222
    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.    … Expand
  23. Darth_Kane
    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. ChazzRabble
    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. easterfields
    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. pt122781
    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. jimski53
    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. damman
    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. bonerjams03
    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. NuclearByte
    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.
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Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 71 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 71
  2. Mixed: 38 out of 71
  3. Negative: 2 out of 71
  1. DarkZero
    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.
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  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]
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