Worms Revolution

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Worms Revolution is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Team17 Digital Ltd and was released on October 10, 2012. It received positive reviews from players.

Worms Revolution is the latest installment in the turn-based strategy series, now with 3D graphics and classic 2D gameplay. Play solo with campaign and puzzle missions or engage in online or local multiplayer. Customize your experience with worm classes, appearances, and voices, and choose from 4 classes: Soldier, Scout, Scientist, and Heavy. Dynamic water, physics objects, and unlockable worms add to the excitement.

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gameplay70 positive mentions

stability27 negative mentions

Worms Revolution offers a fun and chaotic multiplayer experience, perfect for playing with friends.
The addition of water physics and worm classes adds new strategic elements to the classic Worms gameplay.
The game retains the humor and charm of the franchise, with funny voice acting and entertaining weapons.

The AI can be frustratingly accurate, making single-player missions feel unfair and tedious.
The controls can be clunky and unintuitive, especially for new players, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The online multiplayer community is largely inactive, making it difficult to find matches with other players.

gameplay
227 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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61%
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The gameplay of "Worms Revolution" retains the classic turn-based mechanics that fans love while introducing new elements such as dynamic water physics and class-based worm customization, which add strategic depth and variety to matches. However, some players find the execution of these new features inconsistent, with clunky controls and slow-paced gameplay detracting from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, the game remains enjoyable, especially in multiplayer settings, thanks to its humor and engaging tactical gameplay.
- “Released in 2012, it introduces several significant changes to the traditional 2D artillery gameplay, including a new physics engine, dynamic water mechanics, and class-based worm customization.”
- “Worms Revolution's gameplay, with its strategic and humorous elements, invites players to engage in a whimsical battle of wits and tactics.”
- “The combination of humor and gameplay creates a light-hearted atmosphere, making the experience enjoyable for players of all ages.”
- “The water mechanic, the thing that sets this game apart from other Worms titles (aside from being the ugliest from a visual standpoint), has virtually no impact on gameplay at all.”
- “Gameplay is sluggish, the controls are not intuitive at all, and the whole experience is plagued with annoying bugs - like bad terrain/worm kinematics, buggy damage detection, ...”
- “While Revolution does add a few features to try to distract from the fact that the last solid Worms game came out in 2001, the core gameplay just isn't good enough.”
humor
223 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is a standout feature, characterized by its whimsical and absurd elements, such as funny weaponry and quirky animations that elicit laughter during gameplay. Players appreciate the comedic voiceover, particularly from British comedian Matt Berry, which adds a layer of charm, although some find it repetitive. Overall, the game is best enjoyed in multiplayer settings, where the combination of strategic gameplay and humor creates a light-hearted and entertaining experience.
- “The game also introduces a narrator—voiced by British comedian Matt Berry—who adds dry humor and commentary during campaign missions.”
- “Worms Revolution stands as a shining example of a game that combines strategic depth, addictive gameplay, and an unmatched sense of humor.”
- “From the amusing banter between the worms to the humorous animations and sound effects, the game never fails to elicit laughter.”
- “Annoyingly unfunny and lamentable voice acting paired with new physics that leave a bit to be desired.”
- “The narrator is pretty unfunny too.”
- “The voice-over/narration is tedious and unfunny, but it is still a fun little game and great fun to play in local hot-seat multiplayer.”
graphics
179 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant, cartoonish art style and improved 2.5D visuals that enhance the whimsical atmosphere. However, some players criticize the performance issues, low frame rates, and occasional graphical glitches that detract from the overall experience. While the updated graphics and dynamic water physics are seen as significant improvements, opinions vary on whether they successfully capture the charm of the classic Worms games.
- “The visuals have had a sweet upgrade, and the introduction of dynamic water adds a new twist—so expect the battlefield to change right under your worms’ feet.”
- “The hand-drawn, cartoonish graphics give the game a whimsical and lighthearted feel.”
- “The vibrant, cartoony visuals breathe new life into the game, enhancing the comical atmosphere and ensuring that each battle is a visual treat.”
- “If on PS3 and Xbox 360 consoles the graphics look acceptable, on PC it looks depressing, especially if you zoom in on the camera.”
- “The gameplay is clunky, the graphics are really odd, hard to explain, kinda like trying to make it look 3D but the details of the map are really off.”
- “The graphics are pretty bad, but that's unimportant.”
story
91 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect has received mixed reviews, with many players noting a lack of a cohesive narrative, as the single-player campaign primarily consists of challenging missions and deathmatches rather than a compelling storyline. While the humorous narration by Matt Berry adds some charm, the overall experience is often described as disjointed and tedious, particularly due to the numerous tutorial missions that precede the actual gameplay. Despite these criticisms, some players appreciate the variety of missions and the strategic challenges they present, making the single-player experience enjoyable for those who focus on gameplay rather than story.
- “The entertaining and often hysterically funny actor, Matt Berry, is your guide through these well-designed missions.”
- “I am absolutely stunned by the amount of work put into the plot of this game.”
- “This game has an amazing storyline; it depicts a conflict between four families and the struggle they have to best the other sides.”
- “Limited single-player experience: while Worms Revolution offers a single-player campaign with challenging missions, some players have criticized the lack of a compelling narrative or cohesive story arc.”
- “The campaign missions don’t have any real story and are all death matches.”
- “Annoying campaign - the campaign missions are boring, unfair, and repetitive.”
stability
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is widely criticized, with numerous reports of bugs, glitches, and performance issues that significantly detract from the overall experience. Players have noted problems with multiplayer functionality, control responsiveness, and various gameplay mechanics, leading to a frustrating and unpolished experience. While some appreciate the graphics and fun factor, the overwhelming consensus is that the game is too buggy to recommend at this time.
- “The game is a buggy mess.”
- “The game is buggy and slow, and they screwed up the controls.”
- “Gameplay is sluggish, the controls are not intuitive at all, and the whole experience is plagued with annoying bugs - like bad terrain/worm kinematics, buggy damage detection, ...”
music
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its relaxing and immersive qualities that enhance the gameplay experience, while others criticize it as repetitive or lacking depth. Many appreciate the variety of soundtracks that correspond to different maps, contributing to the overall atmosphere, but there are also complaints about technical issues related to the music playback. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a positive aspect by some, but not universally acclaimed.
- “I love the style and music of this game.”
- “Music is nice, relaxing and pleasant, it fits well with each map's ambient, and adds more to the theme.”
- “Each map has a different soundtrack to add more immersion.”
- “The music is a horrible step backwards.”
- “This game improves some aspects (summersault, jetpack balanced, girder restrictions off) and ruins more (ninja rope is crap, themes are bad, music is atrocious, graphics lack charm, water is jelly).”
- “- Each level feels pretty similar to another level, and the music gets boring after a while.”
optimization
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users reporting severe lag, stuttering animations, and poor performance, particularly on PC. Many players noted that the game feels more suited for gamepad use rather than mouse controls, and there are significant issues with compatibility, especially for ATI graphics cards. While some found the gameplay enjoyable, the overall consensus is that the optimization is lacking, leading to a frustrating experience.
- “Grandiose in performance and execution.”
- “It's quite fun, optimized well, and sometimes hard, but yeah.”
- “Very optimized.”
- “Awful optimization, works terribly - it says 60 fps, and at the same time, seems super laggy.”
- “The animations and effects are all locked to 30 fps, which make the game look like it's stuttering and lagging, even if you have a gazillion fps otherwise.”
- “A sloppy, floaty, badly optimized entry into an otherwise great series.”
grinding
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and slow, often describing it as a frustrating experience filled with long, unengaging tutorials and repetitive mechanics. Many reviews highlight the reliance on trial and error, which contributes to a sense of boredom and dissatisfaction, despite some potential for enjoyment in multiplayer modes. The clunky controls and lack of customization further exacerbate the grinding experience, making it feel more like a chore than a rewarding gameplay element.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Players are forced to rely on trial and error, along with luck, which makes the experience tedious, boring, and slow, even if it's somewhat intentional in the game design.”
- “The single player has a forced tutorial that is long, slow, tedious, and painful.”
- “Has bugs that prevent you from progressing after playing a tediously long tutorial.”
replayability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game boasts extensive replayability, with many users highlighting its randomly generated maps that keep the experience fresh and engaging. While some note a decline in the player base, the overall consensus is that the game offers significant replay value, making it enjoyable to revisit multiple times.
- “Replayability: ★★★★★”
- “Extensive content and replay value.”
- “Randomly generated maps: if you ever think that the game runs out of replayability, think again.”
- “The replayability is amazing, but sadly no one plays this anymore.”
- “If you ever think that the game runs out of replayability, think again.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a quirky and surreal tone, enhanced by humorous gameplay and vibrant, cartoony visuals that create an enjoyable experience for players. However, some users feel that technical issues and a departure from the original's atmosphere detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these criticisms, the light-hearted ambiance remains a highlight for many.
- “The combination of humor and gameplay creates a light-hearted atmosphere, making the experience enjoyable for players of all ages.”
- “The vibrant, cartoony visuals breathe new life into the game, enhancing the comical atmosphere and ensuring that each battle is a visual treat.”
- “Runs like complete shit, riddled with bugs and has lost the atmosphere that the originals had.”
- “I still prefer Armageddon over this one just because of graphics, atmosphere.”
- “While some may find the narration repetitive over time, it contributes a quirky, surreal atmosphere that fits the franchise’s established identity.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy has been criticized as a cash grab, with users feeling that the game's quality does not meet the standards set by previous entries in the franchise.
- “Bugged cash grab, not even close in quality to other entries from the franchise.”
- “The monetization system feels exploitative and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development received a low rating, with users indicating that it was a weak aspect of the game, despite the character design being highlighted as a standout feature.
- “The character design is another standout feature.”
- “Character development: ★☆☆”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional experience of the game to be profoundly impactful, often eliciting laughter and tears, with many expressing a desire to relive the experience.
- “Laughed until I cried.”
- “11/10 would cry again”