MULLET MADJACK

94%
Game Brain Score Based on 5,822 reviews
  • gameplay
  • graphics
  • story
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Mullet Madjack is a breath of fresh air that delivers one of the most refreshing shooters I’ve played in the past few years.
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"MULLET MADJACK" is a fast-paced, arcade-style game set in a futuristic anime world of 2090 where humans and the internet have merged. As Mullet Mad Jack, your health is tied to time, and you must kill enemies to gain more time and survive. The game features handcrafted stages with exciting obstacles, character customization, and a narrative arcade gameplay. Your goal is to defeat mysterious masterminds and uncover the ultimate old-school anime plot.

  • PC
  • Steam Deck
  • Windows
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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 5,822 reviews
gameplay367 positive mentions
grinding18 negative mentions
  • gameplay859 mentions

    The gameplay of "Mullet Madjack" is characterized by its fast-paced, frenetic action that combines elements of classic arcade shooters with roguelike mechanics, creating an addictive loop that keeps players engaged. While the visuals and soundtrack enhance the experience, some players note a lack of variety in level design and enemy types, leading to a repetitive gameplay loop over time. Overall, the game is praised for its smooth mechanics and engaging flow, making it a standout title for fans of high-octane shooters.

    • “The gameplay loop is incredibly satisfying and the aesthetics are put together to perfection.”
    • “Mullet Madjack is a fantastic fusion of the adrenaline rush hyper-violent gameplay of Hotline Miami and classic FPS gameplay, all wrapped in a delightful 80s/90s anime OVA aesthetic.”
    • “The gameplay is fast, fluid, and vicious, laying on new traversal mechanics and enemy types every ten levels, which is when it also checkpoints for future runs.”
    • “The amazing art and presentation can't hide that the gameplay loop gets stale quite fast, as you're rushing through the same randomly connected map modules, with the same object and enemy placement.”
    • “The gameplay is horridly shallow and the more interesting gameplay altering upgrades (such as the grappling hook or environment items) fall short because the game wasn't built to accommodate them.”
    • “If you play through the first 10 levels you have basically seen the entire gameplay loop, and the selectable upgrades don't have a gigantic effect from what I've seen.”
  • graphics709 mentions

    The graphics of "Mullet Mad Jack" are widely praised for their vibrant, retro anime aesthetic that draws heavily from 80s and 90s influences, creating a visually stunning experience that resonates with fans of the genre. Reviewers highlight the game's colorful graphics, fluid animations, and attention to detail, which enhance the fast-paced gameplay and contribute to an immersive atmosphere. While some players find the visuals overwhelming during intense action sequences, the overall consensus is that the art style and design are exceptional, making it a standout title in its category.

    • “This retro-anime art style is just beautiful to look at.”
    • “The visuals are gorgeous, the gameplay is amazing, and that's all I can really ask for.”
    • “Incredible visuals that blend a cyberpunk futuristic world with a retro 90's anime look, genuinely one of the greatest looking pieces of media of all time.”
    • “The art style is really unique, but at the end of the day, this game is just about endlessly shooting enemies in a hallway; not to mention the extremely cringy dialogue and one-liners.”
    • “I personally think that the 80's aesthetic combined with this weird anime-cyberpunk art style is super cliche and played out at this point, despite that however, the game is as much of a solid dopamine shot to my system as making a banger tweet, or playing a game on one monitor and watching youtube shorts on the side at the same time.”
    • “It's a game that is almost completely carried by its visual style/aesthetic; the veneer of which becomes quite thin very quickly.”
  • story489 mentions

    The game's story is a light-hearted, satirical take on modern streaming culture, featuring a straightforward plot centered around rescuing an influencer princess, which some players found amusing and engaging. While the narrative is often described as short—typically taking around 2 to 4 hours to complete—it is complemented by vibrant visuals and a fun gameplay loop, making it enjoyable despite its brevity. Many players expressed a desire for more story content, indicating that while the existing narrative is entertaining, it leaves them wanting additional depth and character development.

    • “The story is really interesting and the artwork is gorgeous and it's paced really well.”
    • “The gameplay is tight and intoxicating, the visual and sound design is top shelf, the characters and story are goofy as hell but also intriguing enough to keep you guessing.”
    • “The story blends seamlessly into the gameplay as what you do is almost directly matched up with the in-universe lore, absolutely stunning 80's cyberpunk storyline that's deep enough to keep you engaged but unintrusive enough to never break the flow.”
    • “The only downside I see to the game is that if you are a player who solely wants to only experience a 'campaign' or storyline, this may not be worth your money for the amount of hours provided by the campaign.”
    • “The only issue I really have is the story only lasting around 3 hours.”
    • “The story mostly boils down to: go rescue the damsel in distress because capitalism, dopamine rushes, and evil robots, but unfortunately, you get an unskippable cutscene at the end of the game that feels incredibly pretentious.”
  • music466 mentions

    The music in "Mullet Mad Jack" has received widespread acclaim for its energetic synthwave soundtrack, which perfectly complements the game's fast-paced, retro-inspired gameplay and vibrant aesthetics. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack's ability to evoke nostalgia for '80s and '90s anime, enhancing the overall experience with catchy, adrenaline-pumping tracks that keep players engaged. Many express a desire to purchase the soundtrack separately, indicating its standout quality and integral role in the game's appeal.

    • “The soundtrack is full of 80's synthwave and energetic beats which perfectly complements the high-intensity gameplay, creating an adrenaline-pumping experience.”
    • “From the aesthetics, to the soundtrack, and the fast-paced and intense gameplay, all of it gels extremely well to capture that.”
    • “The music, graphics, voice acting, and most importantly the gameplay loop.”
    • “As much as I appreciate the art style and the music, especially in the cyberpunk setting, it does get too repetitive and boring.”
    • “I'm generally open to all sorts of music, but this is rather forgettable.”
    • “The only real critiques I have are that the OST is nothing particularly special if you're already into synthwave, and the game does a pretty poor job explaining how upgrade permanence does/doesn't work.”
  • humor134 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever writing, engaging one-liners, and a self-aware, retro aesthetic that resonates with players. Many reviews highlight the fast-paced gameplay complemented by a quirky narrative and comedic elements, though some note that certain jokes can become repetitive over time. Overall, the humor adds a significant layer of enjoyment, making the game both entertaining and memorable.

    • “The writing is hilarious too while also having some pretty thought-provoking parts, which is super surprising.”
    • “The over-the-top humor and chaos never made the story feel boring, and it never outstayed its welcome.”
    • “This game is amazing, lightning-fast gameplay mixed with a fun sense of humor; I've had nothing but fun with this game.”
    • “I don't know if 'don't get into debt' and all kinds of good life advice is supposed to be funny or something, but I found it just weird.”
  • replayability117 mentions

    The game boasts high replayability, featuring various modes such as endless and 0-death modes, alongside a speed-running high scores system. While the main story is relatively short, players can enjoy a wealth of gameplay options, including different difficulty levels and randomized layouts, ensuring a fresh experience with each playthrough. However, some reviewers noted that the replay value may not justify the price for everyone, particularly due to a perceived lack of variety in levels and upgrades.

    • “The story was short but sweet, and there is even an endless mode for extra replay value.”
    • “For replayability, the game offers a 0-death mode, an endless mode, and a speed running high scores system.”
    • “The game is frenetic, chaotic, colorful, and twitchy in all the best ways, and has endless replayability thanks to being a roguelike.”
    • “I find the replay value too low to justify 20 dollars.”
    • “Cons: replay value is limited for a rogue-lite.”
    • “While the campaign may have a lot of redeeming qualities and provides a huge chunk of the appeal of the game, the lack of playable characters and only a handful of guns and lackluster perks, with some exceptions, it really lacks the replay value that has become synonymous with the rogue-like genre.”
  • emotional23 mentions

    Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting its nostalgic elements, wholesome protagonist, and the unique unboxing experience that evokes strong feelings of love and sentimentality. Many reviewers note how the game's style, music, and mechanics resonate with their personal experiences, helping them to emotionally regulate anxiety and reflect on their past. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to elicit tears and a sense of emotional fulfillment, particularly for those who grew up with similar gaming experiences.

    • “I haven't even played it, just the style, the music, the menu, and the unboxing experience already have so much love in it that it makes me shed a tear.”
    • “This game helped me emotionally regulate my anxiety.”
    • “The most wholesome protagonist I've seen in a while.”
  • optimization22 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback from players. While some report excellent performance and no issues, others experience significant performance problems, particularly during loading screens and on certain hardware setups. Players suggest potential fixes, such as adjusting graphics settings, but many hope for future updates to address the performance concerns.

    • “Very well made, very well optimized, nothing bad to say about this awesome game.”
    • “If you're using an AMD rig and want extra performance, turn off VSync in the driver and make tessellation use application.”
    • “And most importantly, no performance issues!”
    • “Also, I am currently on chapter 6 because of the performance issues caused by my own hardware and also by being, as the kids say these days, 'bad.' I might even swallow my pride and bump the difficulty down so I can finish the game this weekend, might not, who can say?”
    • “As for things to improve, I've been seeing that some people have been having some performance issues, but I would assume the devs are aware of the situation and will address that in due time.”
    • “[minor stuttering, incorrect subtitles]”
  • atmosphere21 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its captivating blend of 80s and 90s anime aesthetics, cyberpunk elements, and engaging music, creating an immersive experience that resonates with players. Reviewers highlight the stunning visuals and art style, which enhance the overall gameplay and storytelling, making it feel like a living anime. Despite some criticisms regarding content, the overall presentation and atmosphere are described as breathtaking and addictive, leaving players eager for more.

    • “The visuals, music, atmosphere, gameplay, literally everything in this game is just breathtaking.”
    • “Fantastic atmosphere and succinct story, smartly told through addictive gameplay without excessive preachy text to skip through.”
    • “Does a great job of creating an atmosphere of a future that never was.”
    • “Buy only for the graphics and atmosphere.”
    • “The old school anime in a cyberpunk-world atmosphere was another appeal for me alongside me being an old school first person shooter enthusiast.”
    • “Love the music, the whole atmosphere and wish this was an actual anime.”
  • grinding20 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while some appreciate the straightforward progression and the ability to retain weapon levels, others feel that the repetitive nature of grinding can become tedious, especially when pursuing achievements or playing through multiple difficulties. The fast-paced gameplay is noted for its solid design, but some mechanics, like wall-running, can feel clunky and detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, the grind can be rewarding but may also lead to a sense of monotony over time.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Gets tedious after a while... you get a pretty clear preference for weapons after maybe level 40 and each weapon only gets three levels, each of which only unlocks the next level by continuing with them. But you do keep that unlock level when you resume, so if you get the shotgun to level 3, it'll always be level 3 in the future.”
    • “Despite this game being about a flow of constant forward progression, the actual pace of the game feels tedious.”
    • “I will likely still try and clear harder difficulties, but I think the brilliance of the dopamine kick did start to desensitize too quickly, turning some of that fun factor into a tedious dopamine 'ritual'.”
  • stability20 mentions

    Overall, the game demonstrates solid stability, particularly on the Steam Deck, where it runs smoothly at 60fps with minimal power usage. However, players have reported occasional audio cut-outs and glitches during intense moments, and some recommend capping the framerate on Linux to avoid issues. Despite these minor hiccups, many users find the game enjoyable and reliable, making it a standout experience.

    • “Plays well and runs great; it's great to boot up a game and it works 100% after install.”
    • “Each run feels unique, runs great on Steam Deck OLED locked to 60fps with default settings.”
    • “Also, it runs great on 32:9 resolutions, which is a great plus.”
    • “Very noticeable audio cut-outs and glitches when things get hectic (to the point of annoyance).”
    • “Game is pretty buggy but honestly my game of the year so far, so much style, great gameplay and really nails the dystopian themes.”
  • character development12 mentions

    The character development in the game is highly praised for its stunning designs, which blend early 90s American cartoon aesthetics with mid-90s anime influences. Reviewers highlight the vibrant graphics and detailed environments, noting that the character designs evoke a nostalgic yet polished retro feel, making them stand out as exceptional. Overall, the presentation of characters is considered a significant strength of the game.

    • “Hell, every character design in this game is perfect!”
    • “Character designs are great!”
    • “Vibrant saturated graphics, with detailed environments and character designs that bring a retro 90's anime feel.”
  • monetization2 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game heavily relies on content and advertising, with a significant focus on live-streaming, where the most successful players generate revenue through their large audiences.

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