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State of Anarchy: Master of Mayhem

PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2017

Should you play it?

Prepare for bullet hell action and crazy driving! Your town is on fire, anarchy reigns the streets, aliens rampage in the sky! Grab your gun and join the fun!

What works
  • Unique hand-drawn doodle art style
  • Fun and energetic bullet hell gameplay
  • Variety of weapons and upgrades
  • Humorous sound effects and soundtrack
  • Good value for price
Things to keep in mind
  • Repetitive level design and gameplay
  • Some bugs and control issues
  • Lack of multiplayer or social features
  • Minimal story and narrative depth
  • Grindy progression for achievements

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

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  • Exit the Gungeon

  • Alien Shooter

  • Caster

  • Rogue: Genesia
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • BYTEPATH

  • Putrefaction 2: Void Walker

  • Neon Sundown
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State of Anarchy: Master of Mayhem: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fellowship, Violence, Cooperation, Survival. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Story, Leadership.

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