Mad Streets

About

"Mad Streets" is a physics-based party game that focuses on fast-paced brawls. Players can use various weapons and gadgets to outmaneuver and defeat their opponents in chaotic environments. The game features both local and online multiplayer, allowing for up to 8 players to compete in multiple game modes. Its unique physics system and vibrant graphics offer a fresh and engaging experience.

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Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 138 reviews

gameplay13 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

Mad Streets offers a fun and chaotic couch co-op experience with engaging fighting mechanics and a variety of game modes, making it perfect for playing with friends.
The game features unique characters with different fighting styles, allowing for strategic gameplay that goes beyond simple button mashing.
The cartoonish graphics and humorous physics add to the overall charm, creating a lighthearted atmosphere that enhances the enjoyment of the game.

The online multiplayer experience is plagued by lag and connection issues, making it difficult to find matches and enjoy the game with others.
Many players feel that the game has been abandoned by the developers, leading to a lack of updates and new content, which diminishes its long-term appeal.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as hit detection and item grabbing, can be inconsistent and frustrating, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
52%
9%
The gameplay is characterized by fun and chaotic physics-based fighting mechanics that encourage both button mashing and skillful combos, reminiscent of titles like Gang Beasts and UFC. While the mechanics are engaging and provide a unique experience, some players feel that the online multiplayer aspect needs improvement and that the randomness can lead to prolonged matches. Overall, the game offers a blend of silliness and depth, making it enjoyable for party settings and brawler enthusiasts alike.
- “It has complete fighting mechanics, in funny and chaotic physics.”
- “A great combination of silly physics and skill-based combat mechanics.”
- “The depth of the game comes from mastering the physics of the combat and game mechanics.”
- “In my opinion, the attack controls should use the analog stick instead of buttons, to fully take advantage of the physics-based mechanics, as the defenses do.”
- “The fighting mechanics are strange, and each character has a different style.”
- “Because of the physics-based gameplay, you still have to deal with some amount of unpredictability.”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
96%
13%
The humor in the game is largely derived from its chaotic physics and cartoonish style, making it a hit for party settings and multiplayer fun. Players appreciate the comedic elements and ragdoll mechanics, although some feel that the combat system lacks depth and can devolve into button mashing. Overall, while the game is entertaining and funny, there are concerns about its longevity and the need for more updates.
- “The hilarious cartoony style and ragdoll physics make this a game great for parties and community events.”
- “Overall - I love this game, it is hilarious!”
- “Super fun gameplay and hilarious physics.”
- “The humor in this game falls flat and feels forced.”
- “I expected more laughs, but the jokes just didn't land.”
- “The attempts at humor are cringeworthy and detract from the experience.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
64%
21%
The game's story mode features four distinct factions, each with interconnected narratives that include a variety of engaging scenarios and mini-games, such as stealth missions and quirky challenges like dodgeball. While the story provides some entertainment and character development, it is relatively short, with players completing all scenarios in about an hour, leading to a lack of content post-completion. Overall, the narrative is seen as a lighthearted backdrop to the gameplay rather than a deeply immersive story.
- “In addition, it also has varied scenarios in a story mode that gives meaning to the game.”
- “I'm still very early in the game, but I'm digging the different modes; some are straight-up one-on-one fights, while another is sort of like a story mode where you get to see more of the characters' personalities as they get into wacky scenarios.”
- “Four factions, four stories with a few plot beats that connect the stories.”
- “I wouldn't call it a story because it has a narrative but it's basically just a timeline of events.”
- “The game is good for what it's worth but I beat all 4 story mode scenarios in an hour; after that, there really isn't much content except going against CPUs since online is dead.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
25%
13%
The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with a cel-shaded style that complements its gameplay, though opinions vary on the aesthetic quality, with some finding the character designs unattractive. While the visuals are described as basic yet fitting for the game's style, there are criticisms regarding broken menus and a lack of graphics settings. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the fun of the fighting mechanics, despite some mixed feelings about their artistic execution.
- “The graphics are very good, very basic but perfect for the style of the game.”
- “Something about as I get older, aesthetics matter way more for me, and Mad Streets has it down.”
- “The cel-shaded graphics are fantastic!”
- “Some other menus are pretty broken, and there are no graphics settings.”
stability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is a significant concern, particularly in online mode, where users report frequent glitches, lag, and freezing issues. While offline play is generally smoother, technical improvements are needed to enhance the overall experience. Despite these problems, some players still find enjoyment in the game's mechanics and humor.
- “The online is so bad; if you plan to play this, don't. It glitches out all the time and is very buggy. Do not waste your money.”
- “Offline it controls well, but online at the moment is buggy and incredibly laggy.”
- “The game freezes if you die after winning on the streets map.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Character development is highlighted by a diverse range of vivid and stylized designs that effectively convey each character's personality, contributing to an engaging visual experience. However, while the character designs are praised for their quality and creativity, there are concerns regarding the online gameplay experience, particularly in finding players.
- “I love the variety of the character designs, and each one has a way of telling you what their personality is.”
- “Bright, saturated, cartoony colors and stylized, vivid character designs from different factions (jocks, preps, outsiders, etc.), along with nicely designed arenas (college campus, desert island, airport, etc.).”
- “Character design is on point.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks depth, making it hard to connect with the characters on a personal level.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of meaningful choices in character progression; it feels like you're just going through the motions.”
- “While the character designs are visually appealing, the actual development and growth of the characters are underwhelming.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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The music in the game is highly praised for its cinematic quality, featuring catchy and heroic themes that enhance the overall experience. Additionally, the inclusion of engaging voiceovers and commentary adds to the excitement, particularly during intense moments.
- “The music is worthy of a big production, and is sometimes catchy, heroic, and funny. I'm really amazed by that!”
- “The audio features some neat voiceovers and wrestler-like commentary, and its soundtrack is perfect during crazy situations.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
- “While the soundtrack has some good moments, overall it feels generic and uninspired.”
- “The audio quality is poor, and the sound effects often clash with the music, creating a jarring experience.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
100%
Players feel that the game has good replayability due to its unique charm and the ability to execute impressive moves, though they suggest that adding custom match options could enhance this aspect further.
- “It's got a lot of jank, but that's where the charm comes from. You can pull off these incredible-looking hits, and it really adds a lot of replayability to the game.”
- “We need custom match options to add even more replayability to the game.”
- “It's got a lot of jank, but that's where the charm comes from; you can pull off these incredible looking hits, and it really adds a lot of replayability to the game.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised for its stability and strong performance, with only occasional CPU spikes reported. While users have encountered a few minor bugs, these are expected from a smaller developer and do not significantly detract from the experience.
- “The performance and optimization are great; I have had a couple of CPU spikes here and there, but for the most part, it was completely stable from my findings.”
- “Performance so far has been perfect, and although I haven't run into many issues yet, there might be a few bugs here and there since it's a small developer.”