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Mad Max

Mad Max

Play as Mad Max, a reluctant hero and survivor who wants nothing more than to leave the madness behind and find solace.

92%
Very Positive
DeveloperAvalanche Studios
PublishersWarner Bros. Games, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Release DateSep 1, 2015
$19.99
Peak Players33.4K
Metacritic73
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
Adventure
AI Review Summary

Mad Max is a visually striking and well-optimized open-world action game that faithfully captures the gritty atmosphere of the film franchise. While it offers satisfying vehicular combat and exploration, the experience is hampered by repetitive mission design and the permanent loss of certain features due to discontinued server support.

Pros

  • Faithfully captures the iconic atmosphere and aesthetic of the Mad Max film series.95%
  • Satisfying vehicular combat and deep car customization options.90%
  • Excellent technical optimization, providing a smooth experience even on older hardware.85%
  • High value-for-money when purchased at a discounted sale price.80%
  • Engaging third-person combat and exploration mechanics similar to the Arkham series.75%

Cons

  • Gameplay loop becomes highly repetitive and grindy after the first 20 hours.90%
  • Discontinued servers have permanently broken specific features and achievement progression.85%
  • The Steam version lacks DLC content that is available on other storefronts like GOG.70%
  • Persistent inclusion of Denuvo DRM is viewed negatively by the community.65%
  • High base price is difficult to justify given the game's age and broken features.60%

Notable Mentions

  • Reviewers frequently recommend the GOG version over the Steam version for its inclusion of all DLC and lack of DRM.
  • The game is noted for its high average playtime of over 80 hours despite the repetitive nature of the tasks.
Confidence: 56%
Based on the 199 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Jul 25, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
938
Peak · last 90 days
1.8K
All-time peak
33.4K

Price

Current price
$19.99
Lowest tracked
$2.99since Jun 26, 2026

Review Sentiment

Launch week
100%
Last 30 days
92%
All-time positive
92%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews90.3K
Positive: 83.4K (92%)Negative: 6.9K (8%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

87h

Avg Playtime at Review

90%

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