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Worms Pinball

54%Game Brain Score
graphics, music
story, replayability
54% User Score Based on 292 reviews

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"Worms Pinball" is a pinball simulation game featuring the classic Worms characters. The table is detailed with 3D LED displayed sub-games, transparent ramps, and moving mechanical parts. It offers a variety of exciting features including tilt functions, hit combinations, and animated parts, providing a deep and engaging gameplay experience.

Worms Pinball screenshot
Worms Pinball screenshot
Worms Pinball screenshot
Worms Pinball screenshot

54%
Audience ScoreBased on 292 reviews
graphics13 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions

  • Captures the nostalgic essence of the Worms franchise with fun sound effects and visuals.
  • The pinball mechanics are solid, with enjoyable gameplay and various modes to explore.
  • Runs smoothly on modern systems, including the Steam Deck, and offers a local scoreboard for competitive play.
  • Only features one table, leading to a lack of variety and replayability.
  • Graphics and physics feel dated, with a maximum resolution of 1024x768 and some visual clarity issues.
  • Controls can be confusing, with no clear instructions provided, making it difficult for new players to get started.
  • graphics
    47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game, released in 1998, evoke a nostalgic charm with vibrant colors and detailed pinball table designs, though they are often criticized for being dated and lacking resolution by modern standards. While some players appreciate the retro aesthetic and find the visuals enjoyable, others point out issues like grotesque character depictions and graphical glitches that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the graphics receive mixed reviews, with scores ranging from decent to poor, reflecting a divide between fans of the original style and those expecting contemporary quality.

    • “The graphics have a nostalgic charm, with plenty of details on the pinball table that capture the essence of the Worms games.”
    • “The sophisticated table design, sounds, graphics, and physics put this game well ahead of its time.”
    • “For a game from 1998, using pre-rendered CGI graphics like an old PlayStation game... it's actually pretty damn good!”
    • “Beyond just being plain ugly, I find that the artwork also hinders the visual clarity of the board quite a bit.”
    • “I think where this game is let down is in the fact that it looks naff graphically and the textures by today's standards are lackluster at best.”
    • “Graphics feel like they are from the 90s.”
  • music
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many praising its nostalgic quality and ability to capture the essence of the classic Worms games, earning ratings around 8/10. However, some users noted issues such as limited variety, repetitive tracks, and technical glitches that disrupt playback, which detracted from the overall experience. While the soundtrack is enjoyable and fits the game's theme, there are complaints about the lack of sound options and the music becoming tiresome over time.

    • “Both the music and sound effects capture the vibe of the Worms games, making the experience very enjoyable.”
    • “The soundtrack is awesome and pleasant and definitely brings the retro vibe to the table.”
    • “The music and sound effects, including the classic Worms voices, fit perfectly for this type of game.”
    • “When I paused the game and then resumed playing, the sound effects were there, but the music stopped playing.”
    • “I had to restart the game to get the soundtrack back.”
    • “The table is unoriginal, the music grows tiresome, and it has no lasting appeal.”
  • gameplay
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is primarily centered around traditional pinball mechanics, offering customizable difficulty levels and a scoreboard for competitive play. While the physics and mechanics are generally well-executed, some players find the experience lacks depth and replayability, particularly for those not already fans of the pinball genre. Overall, the game provides a mix of fun and basic pinball action, appealing mainly to casual players.

    • “Additionally, there's a scoreboard for those who want to challenge themselves, and you can choose the difficulty level to tailor the experience to your preferences, whether you're looking for a challenge or a more relaxed gameplay.”
    • “The depth of gameplay, variety of action, and sophisticated table rules ensure that Worms Pinball will have all gamers, not just hardcore pinheads, hooked.”
    • “Gameplay: the gameplay is basic pinball: shift keys for flippers, enter to launch ball, etc. The game does this really well too, with some accurate physics that don't go mental at all.”
    • “However, this game simply didn't make me want to spend time playing it; it didn't catch on like David's Midnight Magic or Mechanicus.”
    • “However, non-pinball fans will get bored fast, and since the gameplay is pinball, you cannot really replay to have a fully different experience, which may be why I don't play this a lot.”
    • “So without big surprise, Worms Pinball is a game for casual and short gameplay.”
  • story
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game lacks a cohesive story, offering instead a series of random missions and mini-games that revolve around hitting specific targets. While there are various gameplay elements like multi-balls and unique modes, the absence of a central narrative or engaging plot leaves players feeling that the experience is shallow compared to modern pinball games. Overall, the story aspect is rated poorly, with many reviewers noting it as a significant drawback.

    • “A mission in one of the areas, hell (yes, really) requires you to kill an accordion player, and the song he plays is the worms theme.”
    • “There's missions, areas, all kinds of jackpot modes, four flippers, three ramps, a loop system, ball lock, etc. most importantly, there a special raid / airstrike mode in which the really big points are scored with 3 balls.”
    • “Some missions in the game are interesting.”
    • “No story.”
    • “It was probably an okay pinball game for its time, but fails in comparison to more modern pinball machines with missions and such.”
    • “There is really no main goal to the game but to complete little missions by hitting the ball in certain areas.”
  • humor
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in Worms Pinball is characterized by its wacky, cartoonish themes and engaging sound effects, which appeal particularly to fans of the Worms franchise. While the game offers amusing graphics and animations, the limited content—featuring only one table—leads to a quick decline in entertainment value, making it feel repetitive over time. Overall, it provides a brief burst of humor but lacks the depth to sustain long-term enjoyment.

    • “The wacky humor and worms themes are nicely integrated into modes of the table to make a great overall experience which is enhanced by the theme.”
    • “Plenty of cartoonish sounds are used for worms' classic humor and the voices are great!”
    • “Unstable graphical glitches and persistent ball trails that gradually overwrite the board; funny to watch as it reminds me of the good ol' speccy days!”
  • replayability
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews highlight a mixed perception of replayability in the pinball game, with some players finding it highly enjoyable and replayable, while others criticize it for lacking depth and long-term engagement. Comparisons to other titles, like Pokémon Pinball, suggest that the game falls short in replay value, particularly for those seeking more substantial content. Overall, the replayability seems to depend heavily on individual preferences and expectations.

    • “One of the most fun and replayable pinball games I own (and I own 90% of all pinball games on Steam).”
    • “The replayability is based on what you want.”
    • “I understand that this came out in 1998, but Pokémon Pinball came out for GBC around the same time and it's vastly superior, especially when it comes to replayability.”
    • “It's replayability is maybe a few minutes every blue moon.”
    • “Just an old game that doesn't have much replay value.”
    • “Replayability: it's a bland pinball game, what do you want me to say?”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features vibrant graphics but suffers from notable stability issues, including graphical glitches and persistent ball trails that can detract from the experience. While some players find these quirks nostalgic, they highlight a lack of polish in the game's stability.

    • “Seriously, how could a firm such as Team 17 have the idea to create a buggy pinball game back in 1998?”
    • “Unstable graphical glitches and persistent ball trails that gradually overwrite the board; funny to watch as it reminds me of the good ol' Speccy days!”
    • “The game offers some pleasant graphics and really vibrant colors, although there are some ugly glitches here and there.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users note that the game performs well on the Steam Deck, especially when utilizing its performance settings to run in fullscreen without borders, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

    • “The Steam Deck's performance is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on demanding titles.”
    • “If you're familiar with the Steam Deck's performance settings, you can optimize it to run in fullscreen without borders, enhancing your gaming experience.”
    • “The ability to tweak performance settings on the Steam Deck makes it a versatile device for various gaming needs.”
    • “Steam Deck performance is disappointing.”
    • “If you're familiar with the Steam Deck's performance settings, you can make it run in fullscreen without borders, but it's still not optimized well.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization of the game is criticized as a blatant cash grab, with reviewers noting that it feels like a low-quality, outdated title repackaged for quick profit on Steam.

    • “Another piece of old shovelware that the publishers had lying around and decided to dump onto Steam regardless of its quality for a quick and free cash grab.”
    • “Flagrant cash grab for an old game that wasn't very good when it was first released.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers highlight the game's impressive atmospheric lighting, which enhances immersion through realistic reflections and shadow effects. This attention to detail creates a captivating environment that draws players deeper into the game world. Overall, the atmospheric elements significantly contribute to the overall experience.

    • “The atmospheric lighting creates an immersive experience, with stunning reflections and shadow effects that enhance the overall mood of the game.”
    • “The game excels in its use of atmospheric lighting, making every scene feel alive with dynamic reflections and beautifully crafted shadows.”
    • “The shadow effects and lighting design contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere, drawing players into its richly detailed world.”

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