Mega Man Classic
Nintendo Entertainment System · Action
Mad Max
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo Entertainment System |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Action |
| Developer | Mindscape |
| Publisher | Mindscape |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 11 |
Developed by Mindscape, Mad Max arrived on the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990 as an action game.
It landed about 5 years into the NES's life. Other notable NES releases from 1990 include Final Fantasy III, Dr. Mario and Mega Man 3. Among the 164 NES action games in our database, it ranks #17 by legacy score.
Mindscape also made Dirty Harry for the NES.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the NES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Mad Max is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Mad Max cheats & codes
38 codes on file (Game Genie, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With Full Food And Water | NYEYVYAX |
|---|---|
| Start With Less Ammo | AGOYUYEA |
| Infinite Ammo | SXVAEVVK |
| No Damage Done To Car | AENEPYAP |
| Less Damage Done To Car | GENEPYAP |
| More Damage Done To Car | AXNEPYAP |
Mad Max walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Mad Max.
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Playing NES games today
NES games are short on paper but often famously tough, so expect to replay levels and learn patterns. Many first-party titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online, original cartridges remain easy to find, and you can play backups of games you own in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Mad Max FAQ
When did Mad Max come out on the NES?
Mad Max was released for the Nintendo Entertainment System in 1990.
Who made Mad Max?
It was developed by Mindscape.
Is Mad Max multiplayer?
No. Mad Max is a single-player game.
How long does Mad Max take to play?
As an action game, Mad Max typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Mad Max on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.