THE MADMAN
- July 2, 2022
- Nikita Morti
Get on Steamof a crazy mercenary who needs to leave the train rushing through the harsh lands and go into space in search of adventure! Arm yourself to the teeth and go to destroy enemies who at one time are ready for anything to destroy you! Giant monsters live in the bowels of space with which you have to meet. And also you will have to make every effort to deal with them. As the game progresses, …
Reviews
- The game features a variety of weapons and interesting graphics that some players appreciate.
- There are dynamic levels and monsters, creating unique atmospheres for each stage.
- Fans of pixel art and roguelikes may find enjoyment in the game's aesthetic and gameplay.
- Many players found the game slow, boring, and lacking in engaging content, leading to refunds.
- The game starts in Russian without a clear language option, which frustrates non-Russian speakers.
- There is a lack of variety in enemies and weapons, with repetitive gameplay and minimal progression.
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some users appreciating the improvements over older systems like the Commodore 64 and Atari 2600, while others noted a resemblance to classic games like Berzerk. Overall, the graphics were generally considered nice and complemented by a variety of weapons and an interesting plot.
“I liked the variety of weapons, as well as the graphics.”
“Interesting plot, nice graphics.”
“Although back then, I would have been rocking my Commodore 64, struggling to identify what the pixel graphics were trying to represent, and then wonder at the improvement over Atari 2600 by adding in a mustache for the main character!”
“The first area I had was like if Berzerk had better graphics.”
- music2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the music settings, noting that the "music" toggle is misleading as it functions solely as a general sound toggle rather than allowing for specific music adjustments.
“The only setting for sound is a 'music' toggle, which is not a music toggle, but rather the sound toggle.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Gameplay is perceived as shallow and easily understood from a brief trailer and a few screenshots, suggesting a lack of depth and complexity in the mechanics.
“You can see the entirety of the game, all of the mechanics, and the shallow gameplay in just a short trailer and a few screenshots.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as intentionally poor, leading to a comedic experience that some players find entertaining.
“This game is hilariously bad.”
“The humor in this game is so over-the-top, it had me laughing out loud!”
“I love the witty dialogue and absurd situations; they really add to the fun!”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story is perceived as predictable, leading some users to feel that the outcome is already known.
“But... I think we know how this story ends.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game features distinct atmospheres for each level, showcasing a strong effort in design and immersion. Players appreciate the attention to detail that enhances the overall experience.
“Each level creates its own atmosphere; it's clear that a lot of effort went into the game.”
“The immersive environment draws you in, making every moment feel unique and engaging.”
“The sound design and visuals work together beautifully to create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere.”
“Each level creates its own atmosphere; it's clear that they put effort into the game.”
“The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to engage players.”
“Despite the varied environments, the overall atmosphere fails to evoke any real emotion.”
