MULLET MADJACK

MULLET MADJACK

May 15, 2024

ActionArcadeFirst-Person Shooter Nintendo SwitchPCXbox OneXbox Series X/S

Your HEALTH is TIME You must KILL to get more TIME We are in the 90s... 2090 to be precise. MULLET MADJACK is a frantic first-person action game set in a vintage ANIME world: In this future, MAN and INTERNET have merged into a new being. This being needs DOPAMINE …

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Alan Murilo Pereira Duque Nintendo Blast May 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

60.0

"Mullet MadJack is a title that&s;s quite easy to recommend for fans of shooting games. Its fast-paced gameplay is engaging and addictive, and the OVA anime aesthetic — complete with high-quality Brazilian dubbing — makes it a true trip down …"

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Alessandro Alosi The Games Machine May 2024
85.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

20.0

"Forcing us to live one second at a time, MULLET MAD JACK pays homage to the golden years of anime with contagious passion, the same that gushes from the small details that are difficult to see given the crazy speed …"

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Alfonso Jimenez Comunidad Xbox May 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

70.0

"MULLET MADJACK is a game that you have to try if you want to, and even more so when it&s;s part of the Xbox Game Pass catalogue. Action in abundance, theme and incredible atmosphere help to make the gameplay simple …"

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Andrew Camac WayTooManyGames May 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

55.0

"I love boomer shooters, and I love &s;80s/&s;90s media and manga/anime. MULLET MADJACK is just an amalgamation of those things in a larger-than-life product with some loud presentation and an addictive gameplay loop. It manages to combine the random world …"

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Andrew Simone Digital Chumps May 2024
95.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

75.0

"The combat is lighting fast, the setting engaging, the visuals striking, and the violence plentiful. Mullet MadJack is exactly the type of game that your parents would worry about you getting your hands on as a kid. Or at least …"

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Asura Kagawa GamesCreed May 2024
88.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

95.0

Story

85.0

"MULLET MADJACK stands out in a crowded genre thanks to its unique core mechanic, smooth action, and strong visual style. It has a few minor problems, like levels that are too similar to each other and a lack of variety …"

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Augusto A. ZTGD May 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

75.0

"Mullet Madjack shows an expert understanding of old-school anime and doesn’t compromise on its message at any point. It’s quite clear that the developer harbors a deep love for the media that the game pays homage to, and its art …"

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Austin Suther TechRaptor May 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

60.0

"Combining elements from Ghostrunner and Bulletstorm in a 90s-anime-inspired package, slaying robobillionaires is a blast in Mullet MadJack -- though, it is a bit short."

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Coller Entragian Cubed3 May 2024
100.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

80.0

"Mullet MadJack emerges as a striking and intense experience, rooted in the legacy of cyberpunk anime&s;s creative and artistic zenith. Its narrative subtly critiques the perils of artificial intelligence, transhumanism, and the multifaceted nature of addiction, seamlessly integrating these themes …"

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Dan Boise Completexbox May 2024
75.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

60.0

"Mullet MadJack is an absolute blast to play. It’s high intense action, fast paced and adrenaline pumping. The health vs timer system does take a bit of time to adapt to, but once you get a grasp of it, you’ll …"

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Daniel Leal Smash Jump May 2024
90.0 /100

"Mullet MadJack is one of the best first-person shooters that you&s;ll play on Switch 2 this year. The fact that your character can earn upgrades between runs, and the difficulty is customizable, means that being a roguelite isn&s;t a barrier …"

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Daniel Quesada Hobby Consolas May 2024
88.0 /100

"A pleasant surprise for a genre in which everything seemed to be invented. Its proposal becomes more and more addictive, but you have to play it in short doses or you will be exhausted."

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Danilo Di Gennaro 4News.it May 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

90.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

30.0

"MULLET MADJACK is a little masterpiece that draws on ideas already traveled over to create a magnetic experience with an overwhelming personality. A shooter that rides the wave of 90s anime cyberpunk, throwing into the mixer adrenaline-fueled, ultraviolent gameplay that …"

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Davi Braid Attack of the Fanboy May 2024
80.0 /100

"Even though the story is a bit over-the-top, the Mullet Mad Jack’s self-awareness and humor, combined with its addictive and well-crafted gameplay, kept me thoroughly entertained."

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David Pietrangelo Console Creatures May 2024
80.0 /100

"Its over-the-top approach to almost everything it offers you can feel overwhelming, but there&s;s no denying just how fun it is to play! Dashing through stages that last mere moments is such a blast that I had a hard time …"

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Diego Gomes NintendoBoy May 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

85.0

"Mullet Madjack is PURE DOPAMINE: a fun and addictive game like few others, but which at the same time conveys a super relevant and current message. Its creative visuals, with captivating and incredibly addictive gameplay, transform Jack&s;s adventure into an …"

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Dominic Sheard DarkZero May 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

88.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

75.0

"Mullet Madjack goes full pelt with its cyberpunk anime theme inspired by all the anime greats from that 80s/90s period."

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Fingal Belmont Niche Gamer May 2024
100.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

75.0

"What if Hotline Miami, but 80s anime and first person?"

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Francesco Destri IGN Italy May 2024
95.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

85.0

"Mullet MadJack is one of the most atypical, fun, messy, crazy and furious shooters seen in recent times. It&s;s not an FPS for everyone, but if on-screen speed is an addiction, you can&s;t miss it."

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Gareth Newnham Impulsegamer May 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

30.0

"Haste makes wasted robots in this rambunctious roguelike FPS"

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Greg Hicks FingerGuns May 2024
90.0 /100

"A spot on throwback to the hedonistic and violent days of the Manga animation brand, Mullet MadJack is top tier indulgent fun. Its insane pace, somewhat too on-the-nose allegories for consumerism, and blinding visuals, make it a blast for that …"

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Jacob Sanderson GameGrin May 2024
95.0 /100

"MULLET MADJACK is more than worth your time and money, a perfect culmination of artistic vision."

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Jesse Norris XboxEra May 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

70.0

"Mullet MadJack is excellent in every way. It looks great, sounds even better, and has gameplay for days. It’s a day-one port into Xbox Game Pass. No matter your skill level, there will be something for you to do in …"

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João Canelo Echo Boomer May 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

84.0

"There&s;s no time to stop in this roguelike inspired by ultra-violent anime, set in a world of streaming and billionaires, where views are the future, and our lives only matter as long as the audience keeps cheering for us."

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Joonatan Syrjätie Netto’s Game Room May 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

80.0

"Mullet MadJack is a violent, gory, and raunchy game that would have fit the 90&s;s well. To be honest, that&s;s its main strength. It knows exactly what kind of game it wants to be and who it’s targeting; it’s unapologetic …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight May 2024
87.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

60.0

"An old-school adrenaline-heavy action shooter that’s steeped in equal parts humor and craziness"

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Kieron Verbrugge WellPlayed May 2024
85.0 /100

Graphics

30.0

Gameplay

30.0

Story

30.0

"Mullet Mad Jack is a blistering, balls-to-the-wall throwback to 90s anime and violent, dystopian sci-fi that marries boomer shooters with speedrunning and roguelike aspirations to form an absolutely intoxicating brew. It&s;s short, and there&s;s not much to keep you invested …"

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Luca Buelli Indie Games Devel May 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

92.0

Story

70.0

"MULLET MADJACK is an excellent shooter that skillfully and passionately captures the essence of classic OAV anime at their expressive peak. The game impresses with its visual power, supported by high-quality graphics and solid, engaging gameplay. However, it is important …"

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Lyle Carr God is a Geek May 2024
90.0 /100

"Mullet Madjack is a fantastic boomer shooter, with Roguelike elements and loads of fresh mechanics that mean you&s;ll never get bored."

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Marcel Dee A Gaming Network May 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

92.0

Gameplay

93.0

Story

75.0

"A wild, stylish ride that sacrifices depth for maximum impact — and mostly nails the landing. If you’ve got Game Pass, there’s no excuse. Boot it up, grow a mullet, and get mad."

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Raza Malik PC Invasion May 2024
90.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

60.0

"Mullet Mad Jack is a hyper stylized shooter with a lot under the hood. The simple yet addicting gameplay loop is more than enough to keep players engaged for the long term."

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Richard Seagrave GameSpew May 2024
80.0 /100

"Inviting you to be the star of a vintage anime, Mullet Mad Jack is a fast-paced first-person shooter with roguelike elements that&s;s basic at its core but still manages to be captivating — partly because of its impeccable presentation, and …"

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Richard Walker Xbox Achievements May 2024
85.0 /100

"Sometimes, a game&s;s title tells you just about everything you need to know about it. In the case of Mullet Madjack, we can immediately see that ..."

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Simone Cantini Console-Tribe May 2024
80.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

65.0

"Andy Warhol once predicted the famous 15 minutes of fame, but Mullet MadJack needs only 10 seconds to win over players. Despite its simple and straightforward concept, HAMMER95&s;s work captivates with entertainment and near-perfect balance. The narrative layer adds charm, …"

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Stuart Cullen TechStomper May 2024
100.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

60.0

"Mullet MadJack is an addictive and intense shooter that oozes style and is backed by substance - an outstanding game and an early GotY shout."

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Ted Hazell NintendoWorldReport May 2024
85.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

80.0

"MULLET MADJACK isn&s;t a game that asks for much. Pick it up, point your weapon at robots, and try not to blink too much. What it gives back in return is a relentlessly entertaining, aesthetically nostalgic slice of controlled chaos …"

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Zoey Handley Destructoid May 2024
90.0 /100

"If you’ve ever had thoughts of throwing your phone away or abandoning the internet to its robotic rulers, Mullet MadJack taps into that frustration. The neon nostalgia of a better era is fertile ground for a game that feels like …"

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