Underplayed Gems

M.A.X.: Mechanized Assault & Exploration (1996)

M.A.X.: Mechanized Assault & Exploration cover
Platforms
DOS, Win
Genres
Strategy
Rating
4.8 of 5, 13 player ratings
Where to get it
My Abandonware

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How it feels

M.A.X. feels like a slow-burn chess match of resource management and unit customization, rewarding careful planning over fast reflexes.

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Screenshots

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