Mad Max is coming back! That hold a lot of weight for some people, but I’m one of the few that is yet to indulge in the Mel Gibson classics of old. The new film, starring tough guy Tom Hardy, looks better and better with each trailer. The same can’t be said for the game however, and we’ve hardly seen a thing yet, Regardless, its coming this year.
Mad Max, developed by the Just Cause creators Avalanche Studios, will be out on September 4th for Xbox One, PS4 and PC. That’s right, no more last-gen versions. No reason was given for their sudden cancellation, but I’m sure there will be a lot more news coming out of Game Informer next month – which will feature Mad Max as the cover feature.
The game itself is said to channel the pure vehicular carnage that the films of famous for, with and open-world aspect thrown into the mix for good measure. You’ll be able to build the Magnum Opus from the ground up, customising engine parts, chassis, wheels and more. The game isn’t only set behind the wheel though, as Mad Max will have to dispatch enemies with brutal melee weapons and a trusty double barreled shotgun.
The game is launch far later than the new film, although the two aren’t inherently tied. In fact, Mad Max was originally set to launch last year, but ended up being one of the many games to slip into the new year. Its loose ties with the film reboot are probably for the best, but there’s no doubt that Avalanche will be banking on box office success to build some hype.
But first, how about actually seeing the game in action? I’d like that first please.
Last Updated: March 4, 2015
Loftus
March 4, 2015 at 09:14
*opens can this comment section is going to be good*
Admiral Chief
March 4, 2015 at 09:26
Missing a comma there ol’ L-E
Loftus
March 4, 2015 at 09:32
Chief am i being groomed to be a writer for Lazygamer or is it just your inner grammar nazi coming out to spank me for every mistake i make ? Coz me likey the spankey spankey
*wink wink*
Admiral Chief
March 4, 2015 at 10:00
We maintain a high standard here!
Loftus
March 4, 2015 at 10:13
good standards or bad standards, as long as the standards are high ? hehehe
Admiral Chief
March 4, 2015 at 10:27
Hoog soos ‘n reenboog!
Loftus
March 4, 2015 at 10:32
hahahaha baiting the Magical Princesses Fairy Ponies Army to come dance under your rainbow?
Admiral Chief
March 4, 2015 at 10:51
Yes, I’m running out of MPFP glue
Jac7
March 4, 2015 at 09:16
If Shadow of Mordor and Alien Isolation is anything to go by, Mad Max might actually be a solid game based on a film property. Here’s hoping.
Hammersteyn
March 4, 2015 at 09:22
Agreed. The problem with movie games in the past was that movie studios basically ran the show. They had a say in everything from the story to the gameplay. Also games had to launch on a strict deadline. determined by them. The end result was mediocre games with bad controls and horrible graphics, like Iron Man 2.
Jac7
March 4, 2015 at 09:37
I’m beyond happy that these studios came to realise that games can also tell a great story. I’m looking forward to this one.
Hammersteyn
March 4, 2015 at 09:36
Also some grammar nazis on this site would amputate their arms if that happened
Loftus
March 4, 2015 at 09:41
i wonder whom you could be talking about Hammersteyn.
*nods knowingly*
Loftus
March 4, 2015 at 09:42
yes i put the ‘m’ behind the whom just in case fire and brimstone rains down on me by…master 😛
Admiral Chief
March 4, 2015 at 09:59
*”I” not “i”
Loftus
March 4, 2015 at 10:11
Wasn’t trying to be pretentious or presumptuous, thus the lower case ‘i” M’lord
Hammersteyn
March 4, 2015 at 10:05
XD
Mossel
March 4, 2015 at 13:59
No Ragrets!
CypherGate
March 4, 2015 at 09:23
I cant see this game being any good. Kind of reminds me how they hyped the Rambo game. Somehow it just feels as if it would turn out into a dud like that.
Matewis Jubilai
March 4, 2015 at 09:26
That Mad Max film trailer was incredible yes! Definitely hope I can go and see it on IMAX, and that there is at least 3.5 meters between me and any loud popcorn munchers, and at least 7.5 meters between me anyone using that blasted cheese/vinegar spice (or who’ve brought in McDonalds like last time >:( )
Viking Of Science
March 4, 2015 at 10:04
Avalanche made “Just Cause” if Mad Max is anything like it, but with more leather and car parts, It’ll be just fine.
Spathi
March 4, 2015 at 10:12
PLEASE be something like Interstate 76!
Loftus
March 4, 2015 at 10:26
Yes Please ! T.R.I.P.