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Worms W.M.D

Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, Mac, PlayStation 4 • 2016

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Quick resume

The worms are back in their most destructive game yet. With a gorgeous, hand-drawn 2D look, brand new weapons, the introduction of crafting, vehicles and buildings plus the return of some much-loved classic weapons and gameplay, Worms W.M.D is the best worms experience ever.

Global score

85/100

Genres

Action, Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Arcade

Pros

  • Classic worms gameplay with modern enhancements
  • Extensive weapon variety and crafting system
  • Vehicles and buildings add strategic depth
  • Strong multiplayer with ranked mode
  • High customization and community content

Cons

  • Multiplayer population can be low or toxic
  • Some bugs and matchmaking issues reported
  • Price considered high by some players
  • Lack of map editor and some classic modes
  • Controls keybinds can be unintuitive

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players have freedom to choose weapons, vehicles, crafting, and tactics with many customization options."

  • Competence
    4

    "Game requires skillful aiming, strategic use of weapons, vehicles, and crafting; has a high skill ceiling especially in ranked multiplayer."

  • Competition
    4

    "Includes ranked 1v1 multiplayer and leaderboards; competitive play emphasized in reviews."

  • Continuation
    3

    "Players report long sessions, nostalgia-driven repeated play, and habitual multiplayer engagement."

  • Cooperation
    2

    "Supports local and online multiplayer with teams; cooperation possible but many reviews focus on individual skill."

  • Creativity
    4

    "Strong creativity via weapon crafting, map generation, and customization of teams and hats."

  • Domination
    2

    "Some reports of toxic players and trash talk online, but also cooperative and friendly communities."

  • Escapism
    3

    "Players use game for stress relief, nostalgia, and social bonding, escaping real life."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily out of personal desire and nostalgia, not obligation."

  • Experimenting
    4

    "Encouraged by crafting system, new vehicles, and tactical experimentation."

  • Exploration
    2

    "Exploration of new maps and buildings with hidden areas adds discovery elements."

  • Expression
    4

    "Extensive avatar customization, hats, voices, and team personalization."

  • Fantasy
    4

    "Cartoonish, imaginative setting with whimsical weapons and vehicles."

  • Fellowship
    3

    "Community and multiplayer social interaction valued by players."

  • Growth
    3

    "Learning curve with weapon mastery, crafting, and multiplayer tactics."

  • Health
    -5

    "No physical activity involved; typical sedentary gaming."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires focused attention; turn-based but players report engaging gameplay."

  • Intimacy
    2

    "Social interactions mainly through multiplayer and community, but limited close emotional sharing."

  • Leadership
    Insufficient data
  • Progression
    4

    "Experience points, unlockables, and crafting system provide progression."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "Players find the game relaxing and fun, balancing challenge and flow."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Enjoyable visual effects, explosions, and humorous animations provide sensory fun."

  • Status
    3

    "Ranked multiplayer and leaderboards offer social recognition."

  • Story
    -3

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

  • Strategy
    4

    "High strategic depth with weapon choice, positioning, crafting, and vehicle use."

  • Thrill
    3

    "Tension from turn-based combat, risk of losing worms, and unpredictable outcomes."

  • Value
    2

    "Generally considered good value, though some mention price is high but justified by content."

  • Violence
    4

    "Combat and destruction are core gameplay elements with many explosive weapons."

  • Survival
    3

    "Avoiding death of worms and managing resources like weapons and vehicles is key."

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