Road Madness

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In the post-apocalyptic world of Road Madness, resources have been depleted and anarchy reigns. To entertain and control the populace, the totalitarian system in place organizes deadly car races. As a participant, customize your vehicle and navigate through treacherous obstacles in these high-stakes events.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

26%

Audience ScoreBased on 140 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

graphics7 negative mentions

The game can provide a unique, humorous experience due to its poor execution, making it enjoyable in a 'so bad it's good' way.
It offers easy achievements and trading cards, making it appealing for achievement hunters.
The soundtrack is noted to be enjoyable, adding a bit of charm to the overall experience.

The game is riddled with bugs and glitches, making it nearly unplayable and frustrating.
Gameplay is overly simplistic, with only left and right movement and no real control over speed, leading to a lack of engagement.
Graphics and overall presentation are subpar, resembling outdated games and failing to provide a polished experience.

gameplay
22 mentions
27 % positive mentions
45 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users citing a lack of meaningful mechanics, poor controls, and numerous bugs that detract from the experience. While a few find charm in its retro style, most agree that the game is frustratingly difficult and lacks engaging content, making it hard to recommend. Overall, players express disappointment in the gameplay, describing it as nearly non-existent and unenjoyable.
- “Amazing gameplay!”
- “Revolutionary game mechanics.”
- “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.”
- “After you die, the game keeps playing itself and finishes the tracks anyway, awarding you with achievements... which is good because the aforementioned perpetual motion mechanic of the game makes most of the tracks literally unbeatable by conventional means.”
- “There's almost no gameplay tutorial, so the first 20 minutes of replaying the first level taught me how to play.”
- “Probably the worst game in my library with the amount of bugs and crappy gameplay.”
graphics
18 mentions
17 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
39 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized as mediocre and reminiscent of outdated technology, often compared to 90s 3D consoles. Many users noted issues such as graphical glitches, inconsistent quality, and a lack of polish, which detracted from the overall experience. While some found the visuals charming in a retro sense, the consensus is that the graphics are below par and hinder the game's potential.
- “Graphics 10/10”
- “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.”
- “I was furious with the level 3 bug (impossible to complete level if game is launched at minimum graphics settings), but once I figured out the workaround it was smooth sailing from that point on.”
- “Circa Sega Model 2 graphics combined with the gameplay of a prototype Atari 2600 game. It's charming and good for a laugh, but I can't recommend it unless you're into poor graphics quality; some car models are pixelated, some are not.”
- “The graphics are mediocre by today’s standards, but they also have their glitches.”
- “A game that is likely to be fuel for YouTube reactions; this game has graphics that are below par compared to 3D consoles of the 90s.”
story
13 mentions
23 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
23 % negative mentions
The story of the game is set in a resource-depleted 21st century, reminiscent of the Mad Max universe, but it fails to integrate well with the gameplay, which primarily focuses on racing and obstacle avoidance. Many users found the narrative lackluster and poorly executed, leading to a disconnection between the plot and the player's experience. Overall, the story received mixed to negative feedback, with some praising its potential while others criticized its execution and relevance to the gameplay.
- “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.”
- “The basic plot seems to be taken from the Mad Max movies.”
- “The plot is not well integrated with the gameplay, as you use your vehicle for racing by yourself while evading obstacles.”
- “It is very easy to forget that the game even has a story.”
- “There's supposed to be a story, but it doesn't hold at all.”
music
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising the epic soundtrack and metal tracks as standout features, while others find it repetitive and note issues with sound controls. Overall, the music contributes positively to the experience, but its integration and accessibility could be improved.
- “Epic soundtrack”
- “The metal music tracks kick ass hard.”
- “Music is really good”
- “The soundtrack is okay, albeit a little bit repetitive as time goes on; however, the real 'shining moment' of this game was when I began to notice every billboard was just an advertisement for the Lucky 38 casino from Fallout: New Vegas.”
- “Incorporated with a shop link to some crazy music, this game is a dime on the opposite scale of quality.”
- “Controls are pretty horrible; you can't turn off the music without turning off all sounds, and turning off the music requires you to start a game to get to that option.”
stability
8 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is notably poor, with numerous bugs and glitches that significantly impact gameplay, such as issues with weapon functionality and level restarts. While some players find enjoyment in the game's mechanics despite these flaws, the overall consensus leans towards a lack of polish and reliability, making it difficult to recommend.
- “I'll give credit where credit is due, while the game was playable, it was somewhat fun, especially the slope physics, but apart from that, the game is lackluster and buggy, and for that reason, I cannot recommend it.”
- “The other is all the bugs and glitches in it, like how the minigun is virtually useless as you seemingly outpace your own bullets almost immediately, and how if you click to restart the level quickly, your car glitches in such a way that you become glued to the starting line.”
- “This game is good but there are a couple of glitches which can break your race.”
humor
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as a mix of intentional and unintentional comedy, with some players finding it genuinely funny while others appreciate its absurdity. Despite its flaws, many reviewers acknowledge that the humor adds to the overall enjoyment, preventing them from giving it a negative rating.
- “Overall, I have to admit that it was funny, so I can't really give it a thumbs down.”
- “Sounds funny enough, heh?”
- “- so bad that it's funny”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players find that "grinding" in Road Madness is primarily motivated by the desire to farm Steam trading cards and unlock all six achievements, making it appealing for completionists and those interested in collectible aspects.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which quickly became boring.”
- “The amount of time required to level up is excessive, turning the game into a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is highlighted by the prevalence of advertisements, particularly for the Lucky 38 casino from Fallout: New Vegas, which some players find distracting and repetitive.
- “The soundtrack is okay, albeit a little repetitive as time goes on; however, the real 'shining moment' of this game was when I began to notice every billboard was just an advertisement for the Lucky 38 casino from Fallout: New Vegas.”
- “The monetization feels excessive and intrusive, making it hard to enjoy the game without being constantly bombarded by ads.”
- “I was disappointed to find that many features are locked behind paywalls, which detracts from the overall experience.”
optimization
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's optimization on Nintendo's platform is notably poor, struggling to achieve a stable 30fps, with the latest build running at only 23fps at 720p resolution. Studio boss Ian Bell indicated that improving performance to meet the required standards is proving to be a significant challenge.
- “The game's latest build was struggling to run smoothly on Nintendo's platform at a 720p resolution with a framerate of 23fps, and the studio boss Ian Bell revealed that they are not allowed to release a game that is running below 30fps. Finding that extra 25% frame time is currently looking impossible.”