Post Apocalyptic Mayhem
- March 17, 2011
- Steel Monkeys
Get on Steam"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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Reviews
- The game offers chaotic and fun gameplay, reminiscent of classic vehicular combat games like Twisted Metal.
- The variety of vehicles and their unique weapons add a layer of strategy to the gameplay.
- It's a great game to play with friends, providing a lighthearted and entertaining experience.
- The game suffers from a lack of content, with only a few tracks and vehicles available.
- The physics and controls can feel clunky and unresponsive, leading to frustrating gameplay.
- Multiplayer is nearly dead, making it difficult to find matches and diminishing the overall experience.
- graphics77 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they appear outdated, reminiscent of early 2000s titles, and lacking in detail.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, suggesting that they detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are generally considered serviceable but not impressive, with a few players highlighting that they do not significantly impact the fun factor of the game.
“The graphics are really nice, and the multiplayer is even better!”
“The graphics look very nice, the controls are rather simple, the music sets the tone of what it is that you're going against, 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.”
- gameplay49 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the straightforward mechanics and fun multiplayer experience, while others criticize the lack of speed, variety, and balance in car handling. Many find the combat elements overshadow the racing aspect, leading to repetitive gameplay that can become boring quickly. Overall, while the game offers potential for enjoyment, particularly with friends, it suffers from significant flaws in mechanics and depth.
“The gameplay is so much fun!”
“Gameplay is enjoyable and works well.”
“Great gameplay and a lot of fun with mates.”
“The gameplay isn't groundbreaking.”
“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.”
“You are right, it's not that bad, it's worse. This game is pure garbage; the first 5-10 minutes of gameplay will make you hate it already. Bad controls, inappropriate car behavior (I wish to tell you that physics is bad, but it would be a lie; there is no physics...) you don't want to play this game, and if you enjoy it, your bar must be set really, really low, which it shouldn't be.”
- music35 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its nostalgic tunes and chaotic multiplayer vibe, while others find it repetitive or generic. Highlights include a standout remix of "Carol of the Bells" and a well-designed menu theme, but there are also criticisms of bland and uninspiring tracks. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a strong aspect by some, while others suggest it could be improved.
“This game has an amazing menu with the nostalgic tune/music from my childhood.”
“The music sets the tone of what it is that you're going against, and everything in between just works.”
“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.”
- humor28 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it consistently funny, particularly in multiplayer settings where chaotic destruction and absurd scenarios lead to laughter. While some aspects, like weapon variety and physics, may detract from the overall experience, the game's comedic elements, including amusing crash sounds and entertaining animations, contribute to its charm and make it a fun, albeit flawed, experience. Overall, players appreciate the lightheartedness and humor that permeate the gameplay, making it an enjoyable option for those seeking a comedic gaming experience.
“R-Truth’s strategy: keep it real, keep it funny, and blow some stuff up!”
“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.”
- story11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 36 % negative mentions
The game lacks a traditional storyline, offering only a brief campaign mode that pits players against each other in a race-and-kill format. Reviewers note that the absence of a narrative or meaningful progression makes the gameplay feel shallow and unengaging, with many expressing disappointment over the lack of multiplayer activity and overall story depth.
“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, not racing, but one area where we can engage in war or story with bots, it's really fun...”
“The game has no storyline, the multiplayer is completely dead which sucks since 50% of achievements require you to play ranked multiplayer and the matchmaking requires another person to go into your lobby and ready up before a match can even begin.”
“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.”
- stability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- -29 % neutral mentions
- 86 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant issue, with frequent bugs, crashes, and game freezes reported by users, detracting from the overall experience. While the graphics and gameplay mechanics are praised, the lack of a stable online environment and the prevalence of glitches make it a frustrating experience for many players. Despite its enjoyable single-player mode, the game's technical shortcomings overshadow its potential.
“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.”
“The stability of the game is impressive, providing a smooth experience even during intense racing moments.”
“I appreciate how well the game maintains its performance, ensuring that I can focus on racing without worrying about crashes or lag.”
“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.”
- replayability7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed; while some players find the game offers significant replay value due to engaging gameplay and numerous features, others feel that once the content is fully explored, such as races and shortcuts, the incentive to replay diminishes significantly.
“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 got all races/cars/know all shortcuts, the replay value is gone.)”
“Twisted Metal clone, not a whole lot of replay value.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the overall ambiance and controls, others feel that the background music does not effectively convey a post-apocalyptic setting, resulting in a low rating of 2/5.
“The controls feel quite good, and the atmosphere is really nice.”
“I really like it; the atmosphere is great to me!”
“The background music is energetic but fails to create a post-apocalyptic atmosphere.”
“Atmosphere: 2/5”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the game engine is praised for its optimization, players report experiencing frequent game freezes and random crashes, indicating that performance may not be consistently reliable.
