Codename Madruga

About

Codename Madruga is a single-player PC shooter where you play as Seu Madruga, a character from the long-running Mexican sitcom Chaves. Developed by CyberGamba as a fan project, the game mixes basic first-person shooting with slapstick-inspired chaos. You blast through levels packed with generic enemies, collecting weapons and power-ups to survive. The controls are simple and the action brisk, though the lack of depth means most sessions top out at short bursts of repetitive fun. The humor from the source material barely translates beyond the character model, leaving the gameplay feeling more like a fan’s homework assignment than a polished experience. The game’s cult appeal comes from its sheer audacity, turning a beloved TV personality into a pixelated shooter protagonist. With a 2004 release date and no official ties to the Chaves franchise, it’s more curiosity than classic. Reviews are sparse but highlight the rough edges, including clunky AI and minimal polish. Still, for fans of the show or retro PC shooters, it’s a minor time capsule. The PC version runs on basic engines, and while it won’t stand the test of time, it offers a novelty factor that keeps it from being totally forgettable.