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Mullet MadJack Review: Cyberpunk Anime Mayhem

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Occasionally, a game’s name gives a good idea of what it’s about. For instance, “Mullet Madjack” clearly hints that its main character sports a mullet hairstyle. We can assume his name is Jack, and he’s involved in a live-streamed show where he must save a girl. The title also promises plenty of ‘madness’, offering intense, over-the-top action that’s wildly entertaining. The game’s concept is straightforward – Mullet MadJack is a first-person shooter where you fight against wealthy robots using a gun in one hand and a device tracking your remaining life span in the other. It’s action-packed, chaotic, and let me tell you, it’s incredibly enjoyable.

Right from the get-go, I’m hooked by the raw power of Mullet MadJack with its electrifying ’80s/’90s anime and cyberpunk vibe. It grips me tight as I plunge into a gore-drenched journey through twisting corridors in a skyscraping tower, mowing down robots in spectacular bursts of crimson mist – yes, these bots sure do bleed! The action is relentless, each floor lasting merely 60-90 seconds (you’re in trouble if you’re taking more than that). The game serves up a nonstop adrenaline rush, filled with vibrant comic book hues and dazzling effects. I can knock enemies into dangerous traps, shoot them ‘down there’ (seems these robots have sensitive areas), slide under them to knock them off balance – it’s just one wild ride after another.

The surprise element lies in the diverse upgrades you gain by breaking through each level, ranging from swapping your reliable revolver for weapons like a shotgun, submachine gun, plasma cannon, powerful rifle or railgun. You can also weaken a boss’s health before engaging in a battle, increase your ammo capacity, have explosive barrels strategically appear during gameplay, or even switch to a katana, which you can throw like a boomerang for added fun. Eventually, you’ll find yourself sprinting through ventilation shaft shortcuts to reach the exit fast, charging into enemies to knock them back through doors or into traps, and relishing in the protagonist’s witty lines reminiscent of Duke Nukem or Nada from John Carpenter’s They Live.

In ‘Hammer95’s intended style (it’s the ‘No Timer’ mode, if I recall correctly), your character’s health is symbolized by a 10-second timer. To extend this time, you need to keep killing enemies, grab soda cans from vending machines, or beat opponents with various weapons hidden throughout each level – items like knives, cleavers, hammers, manga books, and so forth. If the continuous ticking of these seconds feels too intense for you, then the mentioned ‘No Timer’ mode offers an alternative, as it replaces the 10-second countdown with traditional health representation, shown as a percentage. For many players, this might be a more comfortable option, as those 10 seconds can decrease rather rapidly if you don’t act swiftly.

On every tenth level, you encounter a boss, defeating which transports you to the next set of ten levels. Your roguelike advantages are reset on these new floors, except for the ones you’ve permanently unlocked. In case of death, you’re sent back to the start of the current ten levels you were battling, starting anew with your basic pistol and no acquired perks. Despite this seeming harsh in most roguelikes, in Mullet MadJack, you’ll eagerly jump back into the fray, determined to retaliate against Mr. Bullet’s robotic minions, who are notorious for their shiny bullet heads.

Experience the high-octane, adrenaline-pumping chaos of Mullet MadJack, an intense arcade-style boomer shooter that delivers a vibrant dose of excitement. However, after several hours, the repetitive corridors might start to feel monotonous. To keep things interesting, you can increase the difficulty level, dive into Endless Mode or Challenge Mode, or simply replay levels in an effort to maintain variety. Despite these additional options, you may eventually find the game becomes a bit tedious, but Mullet MadJack’s vibrant, carefree, and edgy aesthetic is captivating, and its FPS action is as brutal as Hotline Miami, offering the same level of raw, short-lived enjoyment. Moreover, it subtly offers insightful commentary on AI, the internet, and the potential dystopia we’re hurtling towards. A shooter that’s not just crazy fun, but also thought-provoking? Mullet MadJack is definitely worth a try. Give it a go!

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2025-03-12 17:12

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