Road Madness

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Road Madness is a single player racing game. It was developed by Faton and was released on March 29, 2016. It received negative reviews from players.

In the 21st century, the world is occurred by Resource Wars, as the Earth’s oil supplies are being exhausted. The conflict ends with nuclear strikes. The civilization is almost exterminated. The effects of the war do not fade for the next hundred years and as a consequence, anarchy and chaos control the world. Without any laws the survivors are ruled by a criminal totalitarian system. To control p…

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24%

Audience ScoreBased on 231 reviews

story5 positive mentions

gameplay12 negative mentions

Simple arcade-style gameplay that offers quick sessions of chaotic driving and shooting.
Variety of vehicles to unlock and some upgrade options provide limited progression.
Energetic metal soundtrack and some nostalgic or retro appeal for fans of old-school arcade racers.

Severely buggy and glitch-ridden with broken physics causing cars to fly or clip through objects unpredictably.
Controls are stiff and unresponsive, making precise maneuvering difficult; speed cannot be controlled and often feels unfair.
Extremely limited content with only six mostly repetitive levels, lacking meaningful story integration and engaging gameplay variety.

gameplay
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
52%
29%
The gameplay of Road Madness emphasizes simple, arcade-style driving combined with shooting, but suffers from poor physics, unimpactful weapons, repetitive tracks, and frequent technical issues. Many players find the mechanics clunky, lacking depth, and frustratingly difficult, leading to a generally unenjoyable and shallow experience. Despite some charm for achievement hunters or novelty seekers, overall, the gameplay is criticized as unrefined and lacking meaningful engagement.
- “Rather than offering complex racing systems or expansive tracks, Road Madness focuses on straightforward gameplay that revolves around navigating hazardous roads, avoiding traps, and blasting through obstacles while collecting resources along the way.”
- “This combination of driving and shooting creates a hybrid gameplay style that sits somewhere between a racing game and an arcade obstacle-dodging challenge.”
- “Where it lacks in graphics it very much makes up for in fun and amazing gameplay that can entertain me until the day I die.”
- “Driving mechanics are completely horrendous.”
- “Even if this did work, the gameplay loop is boring - you just drive straight and occasionally shoot.”
- “After you die, the game keeps playing itself and finishes the tracks anyway, making most tracks literally unbeatable by conventional means.”
graphics
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
58%
30%
The graphics in this game are widely criticized for being outdated, low-quality, and glitchy, often compared unfavorably to early console or mobile game visuals. While a few find a certain charm or fitting style reminiscent of "Mad Max" or comic books, the majority view the visuals as detracting from the experience, with many bugs linked to graphical issues. Overall, the graphics are seen as a significant weakness despite some appreciation for the gameplay.
- “Very good game, brilliant graphics, a very fitting and not unnecessary or confusing story line, no bugs, endless levels and a very good depiction of punks, would recommend, 11/10”
- “The graphics are amazing and the songs, mmm, the infinite, looping, songs.”
- “With the high tech graphics, it's like the movie 'Mad Max'.”
- “While the graphics do manage to convey the game’s harsh setting, they often feel outdated or unfinished compared to more polished modern arcade racers.”
- “For starters, the graphics are very outdated, and look like the kind of games you’d find from early to before the 2000s.”
- “A game that is likely to be fuel for YouTube reactions, this game has graphics that are below par with 3D consoles of the 90s.”
story
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The story is widely seen as weak and poorly integrated, serving mainly as a minimal backdrop rather than a meaningful or evolving narrative. Many users compare it unfavorably to Mad Max, criticizing its lack of originality, coherence, and progression, with some even stating the story is nonexistent or confusing. However, a few reviewers appreciate the premise and find the storyline fitting and simple, though these views are in the minority.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “Road Madness is a game with a plot that takes place in the 21st century when the Earth's resources such as oil are being consumed by wars.”
- “They tried to add a story, but it comes off as the author’s crazy ramble: supposedly, after a nuclear war, the people’s leaders organized weapon races to clear the earth of the “weak and unfaithful.” Even after finishing all the levels, no one actually explains anything about it.”
- “Although this premise sets up a dramatic setting, the story itself plays only a minor role during gameplay, functioning mainly as background context rather than a fully developed narrative that evolves over time.”
- “No variety or story progression — all the levels feel the same and end without any meaning.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
55%
15%
The music in the game is generally praised for its energetic, rock and metal tracks that complement the fast-paced action, creating an intense atmosphere. However, the soundtrack suffers from limited variety and repetitiveness, with some players frustrated by the inability to toggle music independently from other sounds. Overall, the music is a highlight despite minor annoyances.
- “Epic soundtrack”
- “The metal music tracks kick ass hard.”
- “Music is intense.”
- “Background music attempts to deliver energetic tracks that match the fast-paced driving action, but the limited variety means that players may hear the same loops repeatedly during longer sessions.”
- “You can't turn off the music, and it keeps restarting the same audio track over and over.”
- “Controls are pretty horrible; you can't turn off music without turning off all sounds. Turning off the music requires you to start a game to get to that option.”
stability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
91%
The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including physics issues, cars freezing or flying through textures, and frequent crashes. These stability problems significantly hinder gameplay, making the experience frustrating and unreliable. Overall, the game is unstable and plagued by technical flaws that detract from its enjoyment.
- “Tons of bugs and glitches: cars fly through textures, physics is totally broken, can't dodge obstacles when the car speeds up.”
- “Controls are WASD, but half of the time the car just freezes at the start line.”
- “The game is buggy, crash prone, and really just plain awful.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is initially amusing but quickly wears off, often relying on its low quality and bad graphics to generate laughs. While some find it funny in a "so bad it's good" way, the comedic value is limited and may not sustain long-term enjoyment.
- “Graphics are hilarious”
- “Sounds funny enough, heh?”
- “Overall, I have to admit, that it was funny, so I can't really give it a thumb down.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, including frequent bugs, stuttering, and low frame rates, particularly on the Nintendo platform where it struggles to maintain the required 30fps. These performance problems hinder smooth gameplay despite some incentives to continue playing.
- “The ability to unlock new vehicles and gradually improve performance provides a modest incentive to continue playing for short periods of time.”
- “Studio boss Ian Bell said that the game's latest build was struggling to run smoothly on Nintendo's platform at 720p resolution with a framerate of 23fps, and revealed that they are not allowed to release a game running below 30fps, but finding that extra 25% frame time is currently looking impossible.”
- “Constant bugs and stuttering.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is serviceable but lacks depth, with sound effects offering essential feedback without significantly enriching the overall immersive experience.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users briefly mention "replayability" as "replay value," indicating it is a recognized but not extensively discussed aspect.
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Grinding in the game is appealing primarily for players interested in farming steam trading cards and unlocking all six achievements, making it a key motivation for extended play.
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect is criticized for being overly focused on in-game advertisements, such as repetitive billboards promoting the Lucky 38 Casino from Fallout New Vegas, which may detract from the overall experience.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect is deeply impactful, evoking strong feelings and moments of profound realization that resonate with players on a personal level.
- “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”