MULLET MADJACK

98%
Game Brain Score Based on 2,945 reviews
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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.

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98%
Audience ScoreBased on 2,945 reviews
gameplay188 positive mentions
grinding10 negative mentions
  • gameplay440 mentions

    The gameplay of "Mullet Madjack" is characterized by its fast-paced, addictive mechanics that blend roguelite elements with a retro aesthetic, reminiscent of classic shooters like "Doom" and "Hotline Miami." Players engage in a frenetic loop where quick reflexes and strategic kills are essential to extend their limited time, creating a thrilling sense of urgency. However, while the core gameplay is enjoyable and visually striking, some reviewers noted a lack of variety and depth, leading to potential repetitiveness over longer play sessions.

    • “The gameplay demands quick reflexes and strategic thinking as you race against the clock, keeping you on your toes throughout each level.”
    • “The gameplay loop is incredibly addictive, the roguelite elements keep things from getting stale and with every level taking a minute or less to beat it lends itself so well to that 'one more round' mentality for me.”
    • “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.”
    • “However, it’s worth noting that the gameplay can become repetitive over time, which may affect long-term enjoyment.”
    • “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.”
    • “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.”
  • graphics361 mentions

    The graphics of "Mullet Madjack" have received widespread acclaim for their vibrant, retro anime aesthetic that captures the essence of 80s and 90s pop culture. Players appreciate the detailed environments, fluid animations, and the overall artistic direction that enhances the fast-paced gameplay, creating an immersive experience reminiscent of classic anime. While some note that the visuals can be overwhelming during intense action sequences, the game's unique style and nostalgic charm are consistently highlighted as standout features.

    • “The art style is engaging, with attention to detail that adds to the overall experience.”
    • “It goes without saying, but the animations and art style are absolutely gorgeous, with every last pixel showcasing the amount of care and attention to detail the devs and artists put into this game.”
    • “The game's vibrant pixel art style immediately captures your attention, evoking a strong sense of nostalgia for classic 80s and 90s video games while having detailed environments, characters that pop with personality and beautifully animated cutscenes.”
    • “The only good thing here is the art style; everything else sucks, all style no substance.”
    • “It's a game that is almost completely carried by its visual style/aesthetic; the veneer of which becomes quite thin very quickly.”
    • “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.”
  • story248 mentions

    The game's story is generally described as short but engaging, often blending humor and social commentary within a vibrant, retro aesthetic. While some players appreciate its simplicity and the fun characters, others criticize it for being predictable or lacking depth. Overall, the narrative serves as a light-hearted backdrop to the fast-paced gameplay, with many reviewers expressing a desire for more story content despite enjoying the existing plot.

    • “This game has a surprisingly engaging story with some really fun characters as well.”
    • “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 story is deceptively simple and yet explores some rather harrowing themes about the modern day... like most cyberpunk inspired stories do.”
    • “The story is... terrible.”
    • “Perhaps the single worst story I've encountered in a video game.”
    • “The story could be neat but the ending really sucks.”
  • music238 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its energetic synthwave soundtrack that perfectly complements the fast-paced gameplay and vibrant 80s/90s anime aesthetic. While some found the soundtrack to be somewhat repetitive or less memorable if already familiar with the genre, the majority highlighted it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience, making it addictive and enjoyable. Overall, the combination of catchy tunes and immersive sound design contributes significantly to the game's appeal, leaving a lasting impression on players.

    • “The soundtrack is full of 80's synthwave and energetic beats which perfectly complements the high-intensity gameplay, creating an adrenaline-pumping experience.”
    • “The music, graphics, voice acting, and most importantly the gameplay loop.”
    • “From the aesthetics to the soundtrack, and the quick-twitch gameplay, all of it gels extremely well to capture that breakneck murder pace.”
    • “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.”
    • “Dunno why it stands at overwhelmingly positive on Steam at this moment; probably everybody got blinded by the art style and music.”
  • humor69 mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever, tongue-in-cheek writing and nostalgic 90s anime style, delivering a mix of cheesy one-liners and satirical commentary that keeps players engaged and laughing throughout. While some players noted that the humor can feel repetitive or overly reliant on clichés, the overall consensus is that it adds a fun and entertaining layer to the fast-paced gameplay, making it a memorable experience. The combination of witty dialogue, engaging storylines, and a vibrant aesthetic contributes to a humorous atmosphere that resonates well with fans of the genre.

    • “The game is hilarious, but maybe a little too on the nose sometimes.”
    • “The humor and cynicism is modern but well done and clever, so while this game is destined to age, it'll age gracefully.”
    • “The game’s humor is an anime fever dream, packed with cheesy one-liners that hit harder than your Wi-Fi bill.”
    • “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.”
    • “The jokes felt forced and often missed the mark, leaving me more confused than amused.”
    • “I expected clever humor, but instead, it was just a series of tired clichés that fell flat.”
  • replayability57 mentions

    The game boasts high replayability, primarily due to its roguelike elements, endless mode, and various difficulty options, which encourage players to return for more challenges. While the main story is relatively short, the engaging gameplay, humor, and unlockable content provide ample motivation for repeated playthroughs. However, some players noted a desire for more variety in levels and upgrades to enhance the replay experience further.

    • “Not a long game, but has high replayability due to the few roguelike elements.”
    • “The only complaint I have is that the story is pretty short, but you don't have to worry about that either because it is packed with content, and then comes the tons upon tons of replayability from the alternative game modes.”
    • “It's a short game, but the swift, high-octane nature of the gameplay, as well as the RNG of the levels, provides great replay value.”
    • “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.”
    • “The bosses are pretty trivial, I don't think I died to one once, and there might not be a lot of replay value other than endless mode, but it's definitely worth your time if you want a twitchy fast-paced dopamine hit that won't overstay its welcome.”
    • “I find the replay value too low to justify 20 dollars.”
  • atmosphere12 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its captivating visuals, music, and engaging storytelling, often evoking a nostalgic blend of old-school anime and cyberpunk aesthetics. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to create an immersive experience that enhances gameplay without overwhelming players with excessive text. Overall, the combination of stunning presentation and a well-crafted environment contributes significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “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.”
    • “The visuals, music, atmosphere, gameplay, literally everything in this game is just breathtaking.”
    • “The old school anime in a cyberpunk-world atmosphere was another appeal for me alongside me being an old school first person shooter enthusiast.”
    • “Atmosphere of 90-80s anime and action movies with a lot of references.”
    • “Love the music, the whole atmosphere and wish this was an actual anime.”
  • emotional12 mentions

    Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, highlighting its nostalgic elements, such as the unboxing experience and the joy of reading manuals, which evoke fond memories of gaming in the 90s. The protagonist's wholesome nature and the game's ability to help with emotional regulation resonate strongly, with some players feeling a mix of nostalgia and sadness over missed achievements. Overall, the game's style, music, and heartfelt moments create a powerful emotional impact, making it a memorable experience for many.

    • “And it was really wholesome, and it's apparently not included if you pirate the game. Unlocking an achievement simply for 'unboxing the game and reading the manual' really hit hard for some reason.”
    • “Then I see only 36.5% unlocked that achievement, which made me sad that so many people unknowingly missed out on a cool little wholesome part of the game.”
    • “I haven't even played it; just the style, the music, the menu, and the unboxing experience already have so much love in them that it makes me shed a tear.”
  • grinding11 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience. While some enjoy the challenge of multiple playthroughs and the progression system, others feel that the repetitive nature of grinding—especially in easier modes—can become tedious and diminish the initial excitement. Overall, the game offers a solid design and engaging gameplay, but the grind can lead to a sense of monotony over time.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “My only complaint is that if you're trying to get all the achievements for the game, it does get somewhat tedious considering you have to play through the entire game 4 times on a variety of difficulties. This is fine for the harder difficulties since it adds more of a challenge, but for the easier ones like the no timer mode, it gets somewhat boring since you've already done everything and now there's little to no challenge to it.”
    • “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'.”
  • optimization10 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed feedback; while some players praise its solid performance and smooth gameplay, others report significant performance issues, particularly during loading and on certain hardware setups. Recommendations for improving performance include adjusting graphics settings, such as turning off Vsync and modifying tessellation options. Developers are expected to address these concerns in future updates.

    • “Very well made, very well optimized, nothing bad to say about this awesome game.”
    • “And most importantly, no performance issues!”
    • “If you're using an AMD rig and want extra performance, turn off VSync in the driver and make tessellation use application.”
    • “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.”
    • “If you're using an AMD rig and want extra performance, turn off V-Sync in the driver and make tessellation use application settings.”
  • stability9 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is generally praised, particularly on the Steam Deck, where it runs smoothly with minimal power usage and maintains a consistent frame rate. However, some users report noticeable audio glitches during intense moments and mention that the game can be buggy at times. Despite these issues, many players find the experience enjoyable and free of significant faults.

    • “Also, it runs great on 32:9 resolutions, which is a great plus.”
    • “Each run feels unique, runs great on Steam Deck OLED locked to 60fps with default settings.”
    • “Plays well and runs great; it's great to boot up a game and it works 100% after install.”
    • “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 development7 mentions

    The character development in the game is highly praised for its exceptional designs, which blend elements of early 90s American cartoons and mid-90s anime, resulting in vibrant and detailed visuals. Reviewers appreciate the retro aesthetic and the overall presentation, noting that the character designs stand out as a highlight of the game.

    • “Many old anime simply did not have all that good character designs if you really look at it, the characters in this game look like that old style if it was done well (mind, some anime did have good designs back then as well).”
    • “Absolutely amazing character designs; they all just look fantastic.”
    • “Vibrant saturated graphics, with detailed environments and character designs that bring a retro 90's anime feel.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization aspect highlights that users are inundated with content and advertisements, particularly emphasizing the prominence of successful live-streamers who capitalize on this environment.

    • “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend more than they should just to keep up.”
    • “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
    • “The constant barrage of ads and in-game purchases detracts from the overall experience, making it feel more like a cash grab than a game.”
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