Worms 4

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"Worms 4" is the newest addition to the popular turn-based strategy franchise, featuring ingenious game mechanics, pretty visuals, and plenty of humor. However, it is important to note that some players have experienced bugs while playing. The game promises to deliver the same exciting and chaotic gameplay that fans have come to love.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

72%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,644 reviews

graphics23 positive mentions

stability15 negative mentions

The game retains the classic Worms gameplay that fans love.
Graphics are clean and visually appealing, enhancing the overall experience.
The controls are functional and allow for enjoyable gameplay.

Multiplayer functionality is severely lacking, with many users unable to find opponents.
The game often crashes or fails to load, leading to a frustrating experience.
There are significant issues with screen resolution and layout on various devices, making it unplayable for some users.

graphics
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
43%
12%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the clean and appealing art style, while others criticize them as clunky or a step back from previous installments. Many appreciate the improved visuals and how they enhance gameplay, but there are also complaints about poor fitting on screens and a lack of customization. Overall, the graphics seem to be a divisive aspect, with opinions ranging from admiration to disappointment.
- “Great controls and good graphics.”
- “The graphics are nice and it's not too buggy.”
- “This game is pretty good with amazing graphics.”
- “Graphics are terrible, not just the style; everything about it.”
- “Don't buy it, bad gameplay and so childish graphics; you have many other choices.”
- “The graphics are a step down from 3, and the interface is incomprehensible... if you like worms, stick with 3.”
gameplay
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
39%
9%
Overall, the gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players enjoying the fun mechanics and strategic elements, while others criticize issues like repetitive actions, screen scaling problems, and the impact of microtransactions. Some long-time fans feel that the newer versions do not capture the essence of the classic games, and technical issues on certain devices have also detracted from the experience. Despite these concerns, many players still find the gameplay enjoyable and engaging, highlighting its potential when functioning correctly.
- “Amazing gameplay, hilarious weaponry, cool costumes... definitely worth the money!”
- “It's a really good game, controls are nice and gameplay is awesome.”
- “The game is very well made and the gameplay quite excellent.”
- “Gameplay is at most okay, but every time you have to open the chest at the end of the game, you have to click three times... every. single. time.”
- “It's such a waste of time and doesn't add to the gameplay.”
- “A long-time Worms player, but these new versions aren't anywhere near as good as the classic versions, and all this 'world event' and 'online play' really detracts from gameplay.”
story
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
73%
14%
The game's story is described as engaging, with a variety of missions that keep players interested; however, many users report significant technical issues that hinder gameplay, such as crashes, unresponsive menus, and frustrating mission mechanics. While some find the missions entertaining, others criticize them as repetitive and boring, particularly the crate collection tasks. Overall, the story aspect is overshadowed by persistent bugs and gameplay frustrations.
- “The storyline keeps it interesting.”
- “Hilarious missions and PvP screen multiplayer, this makes me laugh out loud!”
- “Game is fun, a lot of missions to complete but multiplayer is dead.”
- “The fact there are so many crate collection missions that rely on controls makes the game start to drag, and I find myself not playing the game for long periods of time because of this.”
- “I don't like paying for games and them not working all the way... and now it just restarted all my missions and took away all my money.”
- “My one concern is that on mission 67 my jetpack keeps cutting out on the left corner of the map, so I've been stuck on this level for over a week now.”
stability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant bugs, freezing issues, and glitches that hinder gameplay. While some players appreciate the graphics and overall fun of the game, the frequent technical problems have led to frustration and dissatisfaction, with several users unable to resolve issues despite extensive troubleshooting efforts. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a major concern for a substantial number of players.
- “Really clear and crisp graphics, runs great on tablet.”
- “This is terrible; it won't even load, it just freezes.”
- “I have spent 4 hours troubleshooting it after it happened the second time and consequently can't get a refund.”
- “I have many of the other Worms games and they have been fine; however, this one glitches and controls do not respond, so don't waste your money.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it entertaining and hilarious, particularly in its missions, weaponry, and costumes. The quirky sound effects and comedic elements contribute to a fun experience, making it a great choice for lighthearted gameplay. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with engaging gameplay, ensuring hours of enjoyment.
- “Amazing gameplay, hilarious weaponry, cool costumes... definitely worth the money!”
- “Hilarious missions and PvP screen multiplayer, this makes me lol!”
- “Worms has always been a fun puzzle/strategy/action game with plenty of humor.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
Users report significant issues with the music in the game, citing persistent glitches that cause the sound to cut in and out, resulting in a laggy and disjointed audio experience. Despite their love for the game and its series, these technical problems detract from the overall enjoyment, with many expressing frustration over the inability to resolve the sound issues.
- “I love the Worms series, but the music keeps glitching out, making it sound like two pieces of music are playing at the same time.”
- “I know that this is a great game and I would love to play it, but every time I open the app, the sound is glitching in and out. All I hear is the music for half a second before it shorts out. I even tried to uninstall and re-download the app, but nothing works.”
- “My music and sound effects are laggy and chopped up. Please fix.”
- “It's just when I turn on the sounds and the music, it lags, and the worms' voices lag too. How can I fix it?”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback; while some users appreciate the low-cost microtransactions that offer good value, others are frustrated by intrusive ads that open in their browser, leading to a cluttered experience. Additionally, issues with in-game purchases have been noted, impacting overall satisfaction.
- “I didn't mind the microtransactions here because they aren't widespread and I can get a lot for just $1.”
- “Games are fun, but it opens ads in Chrome every time I unlock my device.”
- “On a busy day, I'll have 40+ tabs filled with ads.”
- “I realized I can't make any in-game purchases; something's wrong with the internet connection. Once it's resolved, I'll give a better review.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the grinding aspect of the game, particularly due to issues with saving progress while offline. This leads to a tedious experience, especially during the initial levels, as players feel compelled to remain online to retain their customizations and achievements.
- “Complete ballache considering how tedious the first levels are.”
- “I have been a fan of Worms for a long time, but I have a problem with the save system in this game. When I do things offline (levels, customization, etc.), they don't exist anymore when I go back online. This is too tedious and means I can't play offline anymore.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
Players consistently highlight the game's endless replayability and engaging interface, making it easy to learn and master. It is particularly recommended for casual gamers seeking a fun and laughter-filled experience that remains enjoyable over time.
- “Excellent interface, easy to learn and master, highly recommended for casual gamers with high replayability.”
- “Endless replayability and laughter never goes away.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel tedious.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from poor optimization, particularly on devices like the Google Pixel 2 XL, where it is reported to be unplayable due to issues with screen size compatibility.
- “The game is unplayable on my Google Pixel 2 XL as it isn't optimized for the screen size.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Worms 4 is praised for its engaging atmosphere, which complements its strategic gameplay and effectively captivates players. Many consider it a masterpiece that deserves more recognition.
- “Worms 4 is a masterpiece (and underrated) game that utilizes its strategic gameplay and fun atmosphere to draw in players and keep them hooked.”