Worms Armageddon

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Worms Armageddon is a multiplayer shooter game with warfare and comedy themes. It was developed by Team17 Digital Ltd and was released on March 19, 2013. It received very positive reviews from players.

Worms Armageddon is a chaotic, turn-based artillery game where players control teams of worms battling with over 55 unique and quirky weapons. Enjoy single-player campaigns, tactical training modes, and intense multiplayer battles featuring custom soundbanks and innovative features like Allied Teams and Worms Disease. It offers unpredictable fun and strategic depth for solo or group play.

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humor231 positive mentions

stability11 negative mentions

Worms Armageddon is a timeless classic that remains fun and engaging even after 25 years, offering endless hours of entertainment with friends.
The game features a wide variety of weapons and customization options, allowing players to create unique teams and strategies.
The multiplayer experience is highly enjoyable, with an active community and the ability to play both locally and online.

The controls can be clunky and unintuitive, making it difficult for new players to get accustomed to the gameplay.
The online multiplayer setup can be complicated, requiring port forwarding and sometimes third-party software to connect with friends.
Some players have reported issues with the game's resolution and UI scaling, which can detract from the overall experience.

humor
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The humor in *Worms Armageddon* is a standout feature, blending absurdity and chaos with strategic gameplay, resulting in countless hilarious moments. Players enjoy the game's quirky animations, funny voice lines, and a wide array of comical weapons, which contribute to its charm and replayability. Whether playing solo or with friends, the game consistently delivers laughter and entertainment, making it a timeless classic in the realm of multiplayer strategy games.
- “Endless fun: every match is a mix of chaos, humor, and tactical brilliance.”
- “The worms’ voices, their ridiculous lines, their panicked screams as they met their explosive fate—it was all a whirlwind of joy and humor.”
- “This game is hilarious and super fun to play multiplayer, but single-player can get a bit dull.”
- “The jokes fall flat and feel forced.”
- “I expected more clever humor, but it was mostly cringeworthy.”
- “The attempts at comedy just missed the mark entirely.”
gameplay
225 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Worms Armageddon" is widely praised for its tight mechanics, strategic depth, and chaotic fun, making it a timeless classic even decades after its release. Players appreciate the blend of precision, timing, and humor, alongside a variety of game modes and customization options that enhance replayability. However, some critiques mention the potential for monotony due to repetitive mission structures and dated controls, which may limit long-term engagement.
- “Precision, timing, and a willingness to embrace chaos define the core gameplay.”
- “Timeless mechanics: even decades later, the gameplay feels tight, balanced, and endlessly enjoyable.”
- “The heart of Worms Armageddon is its unique and wildly entertaining gameplay.”
- “Over time, the experience may feel increasingly monotonous, as missions and matches follow a highly similar structure with limited mechanical variation.”
- “There is also zero settings for rebinding and most game skill comes not from mechanics worms games are popular for; it comes from ninja roping because the bouncing bug makes it the best movement item and encourages lazy play where you just rope into the enemy and leave a grenade nearby until you've run out of ropes.”
- “A game with fun but repetitive gameplay and matches that last a little too long most of the time.”
story
178 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features a minimal story, primarily revolving around a whimsical war between worms, with no significant narrative depth. Players engage in a series of single-player missions and training challenges that serve as skill tests, but many find these missions repetitive and frustrating due to their puzzle-like nature and steep difficulty spikes. While the gameplay is enjoyable and offers a variety of weapons and mechanics, the lack of a cohesive story detracts from the overall experience.
- “The game’s single-player content is surprisingly robust, with a lengthy campaign of increasingly difficult missions and a series of training courses that double as skill challenges.”
- “The storyline is masterful, 'you don't win, expect the unexpected.'”
- “Armageddon also boasts a really fun and challenging set of story missions that challenge you in a variety of ways.”
- “Basically no story in this game, except a war between worms.”
- “Most of the missions are glorified puzzles, requiring you to find one single possible way of beating the mission, reducing your creative freedom and making you follow strict protocol for each mission, sometimes not even guaranteeing you beat the mission either way.”
- “Worms: Armageddon lacks story and lacks modern visuals but makes up for it in being a game that plops you into a war between worms flinging grenades, rockets, and sheep at one another just for the sake of it.”
graphics
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The graphics of the game are a mix of nostalgia and charm, with many players appreciating the timeless cartoonish 2D art style that has aged well since its release in 1999. While some critiques point to limitations in resolution and detail, the overall aesthetic is celebrated for its vibrant colors and humorous design, making it visually appealing despite its age. However, there are concerns about the lack of modern graphical options, particularly for players using high-resolution displays.
- “The stylized 2D comic visuals are charming, with detailed, varied level designs that still look great today.”
- “The hand-drawn 2D art style is colorful and charming, with each worm brimming with personality.”
- “For a game from the late '90s, Worms Armageddon's graphics have aged gracefully.”
- “The graphics in this game are the worst I have seen in its genre.”
- “While it may not boast the latest graphics or audio, it's an absolute blast to play with friends, providing endless laughter and moments of strategic brilliance.”
- “The online doesn't work, the game menu has a really low resolution, and alt-tabbing breaks the game graphics.”
music
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its upbeat and varied tracks that enhance the gameplay experience, while others find it lacking or out of place. Nostalgic references to the soundtrack evoke fond memories, and the ability to customize victory music adds a personal touch. Overall, while some praise the music for its atmospheric qualities, others feel it plays a secondary role to the game's sound effects and mechanics.
- “The sound design is another high point, with memorable voice packs (ranging from Scottish to Martian), explosive effects, and an upbeat soundtrack that perfectly complements the game’s irreverent spirit.”
- “The music, with its upbeat and varied tracks, sets the tone for the frantic action without becoming repetitive.”
- “I absolutely love the music; it is amazing and it really takes in the beautiful maps and makes me imagine an Armageddon world where it's so quiet and abandoned.”
- “The soundtrack has always played second fiddle in these games, which focus on sound effects for the weapons and carnage you produce, alongside the darkly amusing remarks made by the characters themselves.”
- “There isn't much music in this game.”
- “- music is terrible.”
replayability
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Worms Armageddon is celebrated for its exceptionally high replayability, attributed to its random maps, customizable settings, and a vast array of weapons and game modes. Players enjoy both solo and multiplayer experiences, with endless opportunities for new strategies and community-created content, making it a timeless classic that remains engaging even decades after its release. The combination of humor and depth ensures that the game offers infinite replay value, appealing to both casual and competitive gamers alike.
- “Worms Armageddon represents the series at its strategic and chaotic best, offering unmatched depth and replayability.”
- “It offers infinite replayability thanks to its randomness and a vast variety of customization over the weapons and game rules it has.”
- “The game's customizable settings, such as adjusting the weapon availability and round time, allow players to tailor the experience to their liking, enhancing replayability.”
- “Aside from the included campaign and training modes, there is a plethora of custom modes, maps, and mods for basically endless replay value.”
- “To this day, I have yet to find any game with as much replay value due to how customizable it is, and community-created schemes and maps are abundant.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game is highly criticized, with many users reporting significant bugs, crashes, and graphical glitches that hinder gameplay. While some players note that it runs well on modern systems, the overall consensus is that the game is plagued by instability issues, making it largely unplayable for many.
- “It doesn't have all the features newer iterations have, but it isn't buggy and doesn't have any unnecessary gimmicks either.”
- “No glitches, bugs, or crashes at all!”
- “Runs great on modern Windows versions, as well as Wine.”
- “Buggy, not playable.”
- “Tons of lag spikes, graphics glitches, and crashes.”
- “This game is incredibly buggy when it comes to resolution.”
grinding
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players describing it as tedious, boring, and life-sucking. Many express frustration over mandatory training and skill-based challenges that hinder progression, while others note that setting up lobbies is aggravating and often unfun. Despite some nostalgic appeal, new players find the grinding experience confusing and unenjoyable.
- “You cannot enter missions before you do the so-called training, which includes tedious activities, and you get bored after a while.”
- “This has to be one of the most tedious, life-sucking, and unfair games of all time.”
- “I understand this game has fun nostalgia for many, but as a new player, I find it tedious, confusing, and all around horribly un-fun.”
optimization
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Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate community mods that enhance performance and graphics, many criticize its outdated performance and lack of significant upgrades since its 1999 release. Issues such as poor resolution handling and compatibility with modern systems have led to frustration, although recent updates have made some improvements. Despite these challenges, the game can run smoothly on various PCs, but it struggles to meet contemporary optimization standards.
- “Performance for Worms Armageddon is spot on!”
- “Free updates have been released (with more to come), community mods make the game much more enjoyable, improving performance and graphics.”
- “Optimizations in engine, refined controls, and improved sounds and music help cement Armageddon as the game of choice.”
- “It's a fun game, but I don't think I'd call it a $15 game, especially being 26 years old and not receiving any significant performance upgrade to keep it up-to-date. There are mods that make it run smoother without resolution issues, but that's about it.”
- “Some of the missions and training can be fun, but the game hasn't aged well and is very unoptimized for today's standards.”
- “For example, I had to get a refund because it was not optimized for ultrawide resolutions and it would constantly think my Windows 10 operating system was Windows 8, which led to constantly asking me if it could change some permissions in order to run properly.”
atmosphere
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its vibrant and chaotic charm, enhanced by customizable themes, engaging music, and humorous elements that create a light-hearted environment for players. However, some reviews note a contrasting creepy undertone reminiscent of a mental hospital, adding depth to the overall experience. While the 3D installments have faced criticism for lacking the same atmospheric quality, the original game is celebrated for its unique blend of fun and competitive spirit.
- “Great atmosphere, music, and aesthetic.”
- “This lighthearted atmosphere makes Worms Armageddon the perfect game for playing with friends, especially if you’re looking for a game that allows you to relax and have a good laugh.”
- “The colorful backgrounds, charming worms, and explosive visual effects complete the fun and chaotic atmosphere.”
- “It has the atmosphere and ambience of a mental hospital or insane asylum.”
- “Can't be the only person who thinks this game has a weirdly creepy atmosphere to it...”
- “Thunderous sounds echoed the landscape, screams of worms dampened the atmosphere.”
emotional
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Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, often feeling joy and sadness over the fate of their worms, which leads to heartfelt experiences throughout the campaign. The game elicits a strong emotional response, with many users describing it as an emotional rollercoaster that leaves a lasting impact.
- “Campaign has heartfelt and gut-wrenching moments, keeping you immersed the whole time.”
- “If I had a nickel for every time I cried because one of my worms was lost on the battlefield, I'd be a millionaire.”
- “I laughed, I cried, it became a part of me.”
monetization
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The monetization strategy of the game has drawn criticism for its reliance on microtransactions and advertising, leading some to label it a cash grab, particularly in the context of the Worms franchise. Users express concern about the potential negative impact on younger players and lament the lack of updates or optimizations in the re-released version.
- “Be careful of microtransactions and gambling, especially if you have kids playing it.”
- “So sad to see the Worms franchise filled with endless unsatisfying reheats and naked cash grabs.”
- “Worms Armageddon was a good game in its day, but the developers just seem to be doing a cash grab by putting it on Steam in its original untouched version without optimizing or updating it.”

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106h Median play time

123h Average play time

8h Main story

25h Completionist

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Worms Armageddon is a shooter game with warfare and comedy themes.

Worms Armageddon is available on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Steam Deck and others.

The main story can be completed in around 8 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 25 hours to finish. On average players spend around 123 hours playing Worms Armageddon.

Worms Armageddon was released on March 19, 2013.

Worms Armageddon was developed by Team17 Digital Ltd.

Worms Armageddon has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its stability.

Worms Armageddon is a multiplayer game with local co-op support.

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