Adventures of the Worm
- August 18, 2017
- Lukáš Osouch
- 5h median play time
Adventures of the Worm is a puzzle game in which you play as a worm. Your goal is to transport all apples into your home. You will need to remove obstacles, create paths and avoid enemies.
Reviews
- Challenging puzzles that provide hours of fun and a perfect difficulty curve.
- Comfy gameplay with a low price, making it a hidden gem for puzzle enthusiasts.
- Cleverly designed with a retro aesthetic, appealing to fans of classic games.
- Controls can be frustratingly unresponsive, leading to repeated level restarts.
- Visual quality is low, with outdated pixel art that may not appeal to everyone.
- Some puzzles can feel tedious and the initial levels are not very engaging.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by challenging puzzles that, while enjoyable, do not introduce unique mechanics. It combines elements from classic games like Boulder Dash and Sudoku, offering a comfortable experience, though some players may find themselves spending more time than the estimated 1.5 hours to progress.
“+ comfy gameplay”
“Tough puzzles, still fun while not necessarily introducing any unique gameplay mechanics.”
“Gameplay is a hybrid of the Commodore 64 game, Boulder Dash, and the flash game, Sudoku.”
“It says 1.5 hours of gameplay but I am not that clever at these types of games, so I have played almost 2 hours to get to around level 25.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics have been criticized for relying on outdated retro pixel art instead of utilizing modern PC graphics, which some players find disappointing.
“They chose to use obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game primarily derived from the quirky concept of controlling a worm, which adds a lighthearted and amusing element to the gameplay experience.
“You play as a worm, and that's hilarious!”
“The humor in this game is top-notch and keeps you laughing throughout.”
“I love the witty dialogue and silly situations that make every moment enjoyable.”
- story1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its comprehensive blend of adventure and drama, offering a rich and engaging narrative experience.
“The story, the adventure, the drama - it has everything.”
“The narrative is captivating and keeps you engaged from start to finish.”
“The character development is profound, making you truly care about their journeys.”