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Madshot

PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch • 2023

Should you play it?

Madshot is a fast-paced, acrobatic, rogue-lite shooter. Survive the ever-changing road through Cthulhu and beyond. Equip endless upgrade combinations as you fight your way through horrific monsters and multi-phased boss battles.

What works
  • Fast and fluid combat mechanics
  • Engaging roguelite progression systems
  • Appealing lovecraftian art style
  • Varied weapons and abilities
  • Additional game mode (road to madness)
Things to keep in mind
  • Limited weapon and upgrade variety
  • Some grind and repetition reduce replayability
  • Bugs and technical issues reported
  • Lack of controller support and key remapping issues
  • Minimal story and social features

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Angry Video Game Nerd II: ASSimilation

  • Bears In Space

  • Zombotron

  • Rusted Moss

  • Project Warlock

  • Flinthook

  • Kero Blaster

  • Cave Story+

  • Exit the Gungeon
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Bears In Space

  • Vernal Edge

  • Shovel Knight: Specter of Torment
If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

  • Autonomy

    Poetry of Blood: Eclipse
  • Competence

    Nitro Express
  • Escapism

    STRIDER™ / ストライダー飛竜®

Similarity map

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Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers (hidden on purpose).

Madshot: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Fellowship, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competition, Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Leadership.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

  • Autonomy

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    "Players have freedom to choose weapons, builds, and paths during runs, with many customization options and strategic choices."

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    "Players have freedom to choose paths on the map, select weapons and abilities, and decide their own playstyle within runs."

  • Competence

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    "Game requires skillful aiming, dodging, and strategic weapon use; players receive feedback on performance and must overcome challenging enemies and bosses."

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    "The game requires skillful dodging, aiming, and mastery of combat mechanics; bosses and enemies demand player competence."

  • Competition

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    "Some leaderboards and challenge modes exist, but most play is single-player focused without heavy emphasis on competing against others."

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    "There is some leaderboard potential suggested for modes like Endless, but main gameplay focuses on individual runs without direct player-vs-player competition."

  • Continuation

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    "Players report addictive gameplay and long play sessions, though some find repetitiveness and grind reduce long-term engagement."

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    "Players report addictive gameplay and desire to keep playing, though some mention grind and repetition reduce long-term engagement."

  • Cooperation

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    "The game is a single-player experience with no cooperative multiplayer elements."

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    "Madshot is a single-player experience with no cooperative multiplayer elements."

  • Creativity

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    "Players customize builds with different weapons, armor, skills, and relics; some creative experimentation with character builds."

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    "Players can customize builds via alterations, weapons, and relics; some creative use of environment items and movement mechanics."

  • Domination

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    "No evidence of dominance or power over others; interactions are solo and balanced."

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    "No evidence of domination or power over others; interactions are solo and balanced."

  • Escapism

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    "Fast-paced action and immersive world provide strong distraction and escapism from real life."

    Capsule for STRIDER™ / ストライダー飛竜® STRIDER™ / ストライダー飛竜®

    "The fast-paced action and Lovecraftian setting provide immersive distraction and escapism from real life."

  • Expectation

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    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment; no indication of obligation or pressure to play."

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    "Players engage voluntarily out of interest and enjoyment; no indication of obligation or pressure to play."

  • Experimenting

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    "Players try different weapons, perks, upgrades, and map designs; experimentation with strategies and builds is encouraged."

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    "Players experiment with different weapon combos, alterations, and routes on the map; some runs encourage trying new builds."

  • Exploration

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    "Multiple maps and environments offer some exploration, though maps are relatively small and can become familiar quickly."

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    "Map exploration involves choosing paths and uncovering unknown rooms, though environments are small arenas rather than large open areas."

  • Expression

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    "Some cosmetic customization and personalization through unlockables and skins, though limited."

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  • Fantasy

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    "Strong Lovecraftian fantasy theme with eldritch monsters and supernatural powers."

  • Fellowship

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    "No social or community gameplay elements; strictly single-player."

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    "No social or community gameplay elements; strictly single-player."

  • Growth

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    "Players develop skills and knowledge of builds and mechanics over time, with meta progression unlocking new abilities."

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    "Players develop skills and unlock abilities through challenges and meta-progression systems."

  • Health

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    "No physical activity or health-related gameplay; purely sedentary."

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  • Idle

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    "Requires continuous attention and focus due to fast-paced combat and movement; not suited for idle or background play."

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    "Requires continuous attention and focus during fast-paced combat; not suited for idle or background play."

  • Intimacy

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    "No evidence of close social relationships or emotional sharing in gameplay."

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  • Leadership

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    "No leadership or group management roles present."

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  • Progression

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    "Progression through unlocking weapons, spells, and some meta upgrades; no permanent health or mana upgrades, progression mostly run-based."

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    "Features meta-progression with unlockable abilities, weapons, and upgrades that persist between runs."

  • Relaxation

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    "Some players find flow and relaxation, but overall gameplay is challenging and tense."

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    "While some find flow in gameplay, the game is generally challenging and tense rather than purely relaxing."

  • Sensation

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    "Visuals, animations, and music provide stimulating sensory feedback and excitement."

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  • Status

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    "Limited social recognition; achievements exist but no strong social status system."

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  • Story

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    "Minimal narrative and lore; focus is on gameplay rather than story immersion."

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  • Strategy

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    "Basic strategic decisions in path selection and resource use, but limited complexity."

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  • Thrill

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    "Fast-paced combat and boss fights create suspense and excitement."

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    "Fast-paced combat and boss fights create suspense and adrenaline-driven excitement."

  • Value

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    "Generally considered good value for price by some players, though others note limited content and repetitive gameplay."

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  • Violence

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    "Core gameplay revolves around combat, shooting, and defeating opponents."

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  • Survival

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    "Players must manage health, avoid damage, and survive waves of enemies and bosses to progress."

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Last update: 11/07/2026