Post Apocalyptic Mayhem

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Post Apocalyptic Mayhem is a single player and multiplayer racing game. It was developed by Steel Monkeys and was released on March 17, 2011. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Post Apocalyptic Mayhem" is a racing game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Players compete in high-speed races, battling enemies and using weapons and power-ups to gain an advantage. The game features a variety of tracks, vehicles, and customization options, with destructible environments and a focus on aggressive, explosive action.

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Audience ScoreBased on 624 reviews

graphics35 positive mentions

story5 negative mentions

Unique and crazy vehicles with different weapons that add variety to gameplay.
Fun and chaotic racing experience, especially enjoyable in multiplayer with friends.
Decent graphics and a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic vehicular combat games.

Limited content with only a few tracks and vehicles, leading to repetitive gameplay.
Poor physics and controls that can feel unresponsive and frustrating.
Dead multiplayer community, making it difficult to find online matches.

graphics
79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
46%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users noting that they appear outdated, reminiscent of early 2000s titles, and lacking in detail. While some appreciate the aesthetic and find the visuals adequate for gameplay, others criticize them as blurry and low-resolution. Overall, the graphics are described as serviceable but not impressive, with a few users highlighting that they do not detract significantly from the fun of the game.
- “The graphics are good, the vehicles are diverse, well designed, and fun to play, the controls are solid, the concept is great, the track design is fantastic, the sound design and music are great, and the game runs very well.”
- “The graphics look very nice, the controls are rather simple, the music sets the tone of what it is that you're going again and everything in between just works.”
- “Damn great game with stunning graphics, simple control and great gameplay.”
- “Graphics quality is pretty low; looks like a game from the 2000s.”
- “The graphics are average; they're not going to break even a modestly equipped rig, but they're not blindingly awful, either.”
- “It's graphics and level design are bad, even if you think you don't care about that, it's an arcade racing game, it could look much better, and I'm not even mentioning its awful controls.”
gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
54%
16%
The gameplay is characterized by straightforward mechanics that can lead to boredom due to a lack of variety and balance, particularly in racing dynamics and vehicle handling. While some players find enjoyment in the chaotic, multiplayer experience, others criticize the repetitive nature and simplistic controls, suggesting that the game struggles to maintain long-term engagement. Overall, the gameplay offers potential for fun, especially with friends, but is marred by significant issues in mechanics and balance.
- “Gameplay is enjoyable and works well.”
- “Great gameplay and a lot of fun with mates.”
- “The gameplay is so much fun!”
- “The only two gameplay modes are arcade and 'apocalyptic challenge', and all the latter is just playing all six tracks in a row for a total, final score.”
- “Gameplay is horribly boring and broken; the racing aspect is useless, as the only thing that matters to win the match is scoring more kills.”
- “Gameplay is very repetitive and becomes boring very fast.”
music
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
50%
8%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its nostalgic tunes and fitting soundtracks that enhance the gameplay experience, particularly noting the standout tracks like the winter wasteland remix. However, others criticize the music as generic, repetitive, or bland, suggesting that it detracts from the overall enjoyment. Overall, while the soundtrack has its highlights, opinions vary widely on its quality and impact.
- “This game has an amazing menu with the nostalgic tune/music from my childhood.”
- “Awesome designed vehicles, high detail race tracks, brutal soundtrack, it's a masterpiece!”
- “You can see a lot of work went into making it, and the soundtrack is one of the best parts; the Christmas themed maps/soundtrack are my favorite :) give it a go!”
- “The music is repetitive.”
- “The soundtrack is... generic.”
- “Sorry, I won't bother turning it on for the sake of writing a recommendation, but if there is any music, it is bland, uninspiring and almost annoying - the type of 'music' you would make by mashing two metal dumpster lids together while shouting: 'Old MacDonald Had a Farm' out of rhythm.”
humor
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players finding it genuinely funny and entertaining, especially in multiplayer mode. While some aspects, like the physics and weapon variety, may detract from the overall experience, the game's ridiculousness and comedic elements, such as amusing crash sounds and quirky animations, contribute to its charm. Overall, it offers a lighthearted and humorous take on racing and destruction, making it enjoyable for those seeking a fun, casual gaming experience.
- “It's ridiculous, and it took me thirty minutes before I stopped laughing at the game and had some fun with it.”
- “Pam is a surprisingly great and funny game built on a principle of destruction derbies.”
- “You'll experience remarkable speeds, hilarious and violent weapons, reinforced vehicles, and various exhilarating tracks.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
41%
42%
The game lacks a coherent story or engaging narrative, with many reviewers noting the absence of characters and meaningful plot progression. While there is a brief campaign mode, it primarily focuses on racing and killing rather than storytelling, leaving players feeling that the experience is shallow and unfulfilling. Overall, the consensus is that the game offers little in terms of story, making it less appealing compared to classic titles.
- “The game doesn't really have a story mode per se, but it makes up for it with a little campaign mode that runs about an hour or so, pitting you against five other racers that are all out for each other's blood, where the only way to win is if you've completed more laps than they did and got more kills than they do, instead of traditional racers where only first, second, or third gets you the win.”
- “Buy, I think if there was a map for just war, so not racing, but one area where we can have a war or story with bots, it's really fun...”
- “However, with no characters, no story, uninteresting weapons, poor physics, and race tracks for levels despite there being no point in racing at all (only kill count matters), I just don't see any reason to play this over the classics.”
- “The game follows the classic race and kill formula and it is as boring as it comes. The only (theoretically) interesting thing was the post-apocalyptic setting, but there's no story whatsoever, nor any interaction with it; it only means the environment looks bland and/or desertic.”
- “So, if you're looking for some overall story or plot... it ain't here.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
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The game's stability is a significant issue, with frequent bugs, crashes, and game freezes reported by users. While the graphics and gameplay can be enjoyable, the overall experience is marred by technical problems, making it feel like a "buggy mess." Despite its potential for fun, players should be prepared for an unstable gaming experience.
- “The game looks and runs great; it's just a shame that not many people play this anymore, so there aren't many online races. However, the single-player mode is still very enjoyable.”
- “Fun when it works, but buggy and often unavailable.”
- “Seriously, if you enjoy a fully playable buggy mess then look no further.”
- “Also the engine is great and optimized but there are several game freezes and random crashes along your gameplay, so don't expect it to run like a charm.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it highly enjoyable with significant replay value, others feel it lacks depth and becomes repetitive once all content is unlocked. Certain aspects, like vehicle and ability variety, contribute to a diminished replay experience for some users.
- “This is an excellent shooting/racer game with heaps of replay value.”
- “Replayability: 10/5 (I don't think this even applies here. You're basically meant to replay it over and over again.)”
- “Is this game a whole lot of fun with a lot of replay value?”
- “It had no replayability and the vehicles/abilities were uninteresting.”
- “(But be warned, once you have unlocked all races, cars, and know all shortcuts, the replay value is gone.)”
- “Twisted Metal clone, not a whole lot of replay value.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its overall feel and controls, while others felt that the background music was energetic but did not effectively convey a post-apocalyptic setting. Overall, the atmosphere was rated poorly by some, with a score of 2/5.
- “The controls feel quite good, and the atmosphere is really nice.”
- “I really like the atmosphere; it feels great to me!”
- “The background music is energetic but fails to create a post-apocalyptic atmosphere.”
- “Atmosphere: 2/5”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the game engine is praised for its optimization, players report experiencing frequent freezes and random crashes, indicating that performance may not be consistently reliable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Post Apocalyptic Mayhem is a racing game.

Post Apocalyptic Mayhem is available on PC, Windows and Linux.

Post Apocalyptic Mayhem was released on March 17, 2011.

Post Apocalyptic Mayhem was developed by Steel Monkeys.

Post Apocalyptic Mayhem has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

Post Apocalyptic Mayhem is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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