Maniac is a rogue-lite crime action game developed by Transhuman Design. It draws inspiration from early Grand Theft Auto titles, blending vehicular mayhem with elements of bullet-hell shooters and racing simulations. Players control one of six unlockable characters, each with unique skills, and can access a variety of weapons and vehicles. The game's open-world city contains 11 distinct districts and a map editor for custom content.The core gameplay loop revolves around causing destruction and evading law enforcement. Maniac incorporates driving physics with drift mechanics and encourages chain reactions for amplified chaos. An aggressive AI pursues players relentlessly, aiming to prevent them from achieving high scores. The game also features unlockable vehicular upgrades to enhance destructive capabilities.
