Drive Mad

About This Game

Drive Mad, created by Martin Magni, is an exhilarating driving game that challenges you to navigate silly, hard-to-control vehicles through 100 unique levels packed with dangerous terrain. From wobbly monster trucks to rocket-powered cars, each vehicle requires careful speed management to avoid flipping over on tracks filled with ramps, gaps, and obstacles like blocks or police chases. The game’s cartoonish graphics, realistic physics, and immersive gameplay make it a hit for action enthusiasts, driving fans, and casual gamers. Released on Poki in July 2022, it has captivated players with its blend of challenge and humor, earning a 5/5 rating from over 2,350 votes. Whether you’re dodging snow sprays or mastering a level called “Nudge Up,” Drive Mad keeps you on the edge of your seat with its thrilling tracks and strategic fun

How to Play

Playing Drive Mad is simple but demands focus and precision. Here’s how it works:

• Drive Your Vehicle: Use forward and backward controls to navigate tracks, balancing speed to avoid flipping over. You can’t steer, adding to the challenge.
• Overcome Obstacles: Tackle ramps, gaps, moving platforms, and unique hazards like snow-spraying blocks or police chases. For example, in level “The Chase,” slow down on uphill sections to avoid a pursuing police car.
• Reach the Finish Line: Guide your vehicle to the finish line in one piece to complete each level. Checkpoints save progress in longer stages.
• Retry Freely: If you crash or flip, retry instantly from the start or a checkpoint with no penalties.
• Master 100 Levels: Progress through 100 levels, each introducing new vehicles and obstacles, like rocket-powered cars or unstable bridges. Recent updates modified some levels, making them easier but different from the originals.There’s no time limit, but maintaining the right speed is crucial. The game encourages hand-eye coordination and strategic thinking, with high scores and achievements added in recent updates to track your progress.

Platforms

Drive Mad is designed for seamless access across multiple devices:

• Mobile: iOS (requires iOS 11.0 or later) and Android (requires Android 5.0 or later), including phones and tablets
• Tablet: iPad, Android tablets, and similar devices
• PC/Computer: Any web browser on Windows, macOS, or Linux (compatible with Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, and more)
• Chrome Extension: Available via the Chrome Web Store for offline play
• Windows: Playable via Google Play Games beta on Windows PCs The browser version on Skipthegame, Poki, CrazyGames, Fancade, or platforms like drivemad.me requires no downloads or logins—just open the game and start playing. Mobile apps and the Chrome extension support offline play, ensuring fun anywhere. The game uses HTML5 for smooth performance, though some players note frequent ads in the browser version.

Pop Groups

Drive Mad appeals to a wide audience, but these groups are especially drawn to it:

• Driving Game Fans: Players who enjoy games like Crazy Cars or Moto X3M will love the high-speed, obstacle-filled tracks.
• Action Enthusiasts: Fans of fast-paced games like Ragdoll Hit or Short Life will appreciate the thrilling, chaotic gameplay.
• Casual Gamers: Its simple controls and forgiving retries make it ideal for quick, fun sessions.
• Kids and Teens: Rated for ages ten and up due to mild cartoon crashes, it’s suitable for younger players with parental guidance.
• Skill-Based Gamers: Those who enjoy honing hand-eye coordination and strategic skills will find the game’s challenges rewarding.

More Games Like This

If you’re hooked on Drive Mad, try these similar games for more driving or action-packed fun:

• Vortelli’s Pizza Delivery (Skipthegame): A Devortel driving game where you race to deliver pizzas, blending speed and navigation.
• Crazy Cars (Poki): A high-speed racing game with stunts and chaotic tracks, perfect for Drive Mad fans.
• Monster Tracks (Poki): A Martin Magni game with similar vehicle-balancing mechanics on rugged terrain.
• Sky Mad (Poki): A Martin Magni flying game with obstacle-dodging action, offering a different kind of challenge.
• Madalin Stunt Cars 2 (CrazyGames): A 3D stunt driving game with open-world maps, ideal for action enthusiasts.

These games offer a mix of driving, action, and skill-based challenges to keep the excitement going.

Developer

Drive Mad was developed by Martin Magni, an indie developer known for creating engaging puzzle and arcade games. His portfolio on Poki and Fancade includes Odd Bot Out, Speed King, Monster Tracks, Stacktris, Recoil, Gobble, and Wall of Doom, all celebrated for their creative mechanics and accessibility. Magni’s games, often built using drag-and-drop blocks in Fancade, emphasize fun and challenge, and Drive Mad showcases his talent for blending physics with chaotic gameplay. Updates are shared via martinmagni.com or @MartinMagni on X

Features

Drive Mad is packed with features that make it a standout driving game:

• 100 Unique Levels: Navigate diverse tracks with quirky vehicles, from monster trucks to rocket-powered cars, each with unique obstacles.
• Realistic Physics: Balance speed to avoid flips, with mechanics like snow sprays or moving platforms adding variety.
• High Scores and Achievements: Recent updates added score tracking and achievements to boost replayability.
• Simple Controls: Use just two buttons for forward and backward movement, making it accessible yet challenging.
• Cartoonish Graphics: Vibrant visuals create an immersive, fun atmosphere.
• Offline Play: Enjoy without Wi-Fi on mobile apps or the Chrome extension.
• Family-Friendly: Rated for ages ten and up, with mild cartoon crashes suitable for kids and teens.
• Free to Play: Browser versions are free with ads; mobile apps may offer ad-free play via in-app purchases.
• Cross-Platform Support: Play on mobile, tablet, PC, or Windows via Google Play Games beta with seamless performance.

Controls

The controls are simple and responsive across devices:

• Keyboard (PC):
  • Steer forward: W, D, X, Up arrow, Right arrow, or mouse click
  • Steer backward: S, A, Z, Down arrow, or Left arrow
• Touchscreen (Mobile/Tablet): Tap the right side to drive forward, left side to brake or reverse. The controls are intuitive, focusing on speed management, though some players note frequent ads interrupting gameplay in the browser version.

Release Date

Drive Mad launched on July 27, 2022, on Poki, with mobile app releases on iOS and Google Play following shortly after. Updates as recent as January 2025 added high scores, achievements, and modified levels (e.g., “Nudge Up” with rockets), though some players miss the original, harder designs. The game’s popularity continues with over 2,350 votes averaging a 5/5 rating.

FAQ

Q: Is Drive Mad free to play?
A: Yes, it’s free on Skipthegame, Poki, CrazyGames, and other browser platforms with ads. Mobile apps may offer in-app purchases for ad-free play.

Q: Can I play offline?
A: Yes, mobile apps and the Chrome extension support offline play, ideal for gaming anywhere

Q: Is this game suitable for kids?
A: It’s rated for ages ten and up due to mild cartoon crashes, suitable for kids and teens with parental guidance.

Q: How many levels are there?
A: The game features 100 levels, each with unique vehicles and obstacles, with recent updates modifying some stages.

Q: What if I get stuck on a level?
A: Retry instantly from the start or checkpoint. For tough levels like “The Chase,” slow down on uphill sections to avoid obstacles. Online walkthroughs are available.

Q: Are there ads in the game?
A: Browser versions include frequent ads between levels, which some players find disruptive. Mobile apps offer an ad-free option via purchase.

Q: Can I play on multiple devices?
A: Yes, play on mobile, tablet, PC, or Windows via browser or apps. Progress doesn’t sync as it’s level-based.

Q: How do I improve my high score?
A: Focus on smooth speed control to avoid flips and complete levels quickly. Achievements reward skillful play

Q: Are there similar games on Skipthegame?
A: Try Vortelli’s Pizza Delivery or Stickman Climb 2 on Skipthegame for more driving and physics-based fun.