Madrun

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Madrun is a single player and multiplayer casual platformer game with a comedy theme. It was developed by ILoveSMB and was released on April 11, 2020. It received very positive reviews from players.

Tired of uneventful, single-player 2D platformers? This just another one of them...except you race against up to 7 other players online and create catastrophic chaos with items beyond insanity.

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Audience ScoreBased on 288 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Madrun offers a unique and chaotic multiplayer experience that is incredibly fun when played with friends, providing endless laughter and excitement.
The game's colorful graphics and dynamic gameplay create an engaging atmosphere, making it a great choice for casual gaming sessions.
Players appreciate the balance of skill and luck, with power-ups that can turn the tide of a race, ensuring that no two games are ever the same.

Many players find the game frustrating due to unbalanced mechanics, particularly with overpowered items that can ruin the experience for others.
The controls and gameplay mechanics can feel clunky and poorly designed, leading to a lack of enjoyment for some players.
Some reviews mention that the game can lead to strained friendships due to its competitive nature and the chaos it creates during play.

graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the pixel art as lazy and poorly executed, while others praise the art style as stunning and engaging. Many agree that good graphics are not essential for gameplay success, citing examples of other games that thrive despite their visual shortcomings. Overall, the visuals range from charming to chaotic, with frequent updates attempting to improve the aesthetic experience.
- “Good graphics, no bugs.”
- “To everyone, this is a must-play game with gorgeous graphics, inspired gameplay loop, extremely steep learning curve, and great tunes to pacify the immense rage that will flow through your body.”
- “Amazing graphics; I thought it was a movie!!!”
- “This feature is really godawful, lazy pixel crap 'art' instead of real graphics.”
- “It's hard to say if this was because the developer didn't have the skill to create 3D visuals, or couldn't afford to hire someone who does, but it also doesn't matter.”
- “The visuals are buggy, the assets are taken from other games, the items are chaotic as hell.”
gameplay
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "madrun" is highly polarizing, with some praising its complex mechanics and multiplayer experience, while others criticize its poor controls and frustrating design. Many reviewers note the game's retro aesthetic and steep learning curve, but the overall execution is seen as lacking, leading to a mix of enjoyment and frustration. Ultimately, it combines elements of platforming and racing in a way that some find engaging, while others deem it a chaotic and poorly constructed experience.
- “To everyone, this is a must-play game with gorgeous graphics, an inspired gameplay loop, an extremely steep learning curve, and great tunes to pacify the immense rage that will flow through your body.”
- “The complex gameplay, the attention to detail, and the option to experience it with your friends is truly marvelous!”
- “Good graphics (timeless) as well as amazing gameplay.”
- “Madrun is a rather poorly made 2D retro pixel 'racing platformer'. The idea is you race through one of 20 different platformer levels while abusing various other badly assembled mechanics, only to discover you've been wasting your time.”
- “It is basically Super Mario and Mario Kart combined into one terrible mix with horribly broken and unfair mechanics, guaranteed to make you mad.”
- “The movement is terrible, the graphics are ugly, and the mechanics are even worse.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this game is consistently praised, with players highlighting its ability to generate laughter, especially when played with friends. Despite its chaotic nature and some control issues, the comedic elements and fun power-ups contribute to a highly entertaining experience that keeps players engaged and amused. Overall, it’s described as a hilariously good time that enhances social gaming.
- “This game is a great game to play with friends, hilariously good fun, solid catch-up mechanisms.”
- “This game is so funny when playing with friends; you will laugh your ass off. The power-ups are extremely fun to use, especially the lightning one.”
- “This game is stupidly fun to play; it never gets old. The more players there are, the funnier it is. It's so funny seeing everyone struggle to get in 1st place and win the game.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the soundtrack as beautiful and one of the best they've ever heard, while others find it annoying and headache-inducing, particularly criticizing the inability to turn it off. Overall, the reception is polarized, with ratings ranging from highly positive to quite negative.
- “The soundtrack will literally make you cry; it's so beautiful.”
- “Pros: best soundtrack I have ever heard.”
- “If I listen to the menu music for too long, my head starts throbbing.”
- “For the love of God, can I please turn the awful music off?”
- “The fact that I can't turn off their chiptune music is not only annoying, but I can pause.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to be an incredibly heart-warming experience, highlighting its strong emotional impact and ability to evoke deep feelings.
- “This was the most heartwarming experience I have ever played.”
- “The story touched my heart in ways I never expected.”
- “I felt a deep connection with the characters that stayed with me long after the game ended.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the game to be highly replayable, indicating that it offers engaging content and experiences that encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “The game offers endless replayability with its dynamic choices and multiple endings.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the variety of character builds and strategies available.”
- “I love how the game encourages experimentation, making me want to replay it to explore different paths.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks a narrative, with users noting that it does not feature any story elements.
- “This game does not have any story whatsoever.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is criticized for buggy visuals, the use of assets from other games, and chaotic item management, leading to a frustrating experience for players.
- “The visuals are buggy, the assets are taken from other games, and the items are chaotic as hell.”