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Worms Rumble

Worms Rumble is an extremely imaginative and fun riff on multiplayer shooters, and manages to transition the classic franchise to an entirely new genre and format extremely well.
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60%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
stability, monetization
57% User Score Based on 1,111 reviews
Critic Score 64%Based on 5 reviews

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Worms Rumble is a single player and multiplayer casual shooter game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Team17 Digital and was released on December 1, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and neutral reviews from players.

"Worms Rumble" is a real-time, fast-paced action game in the beloved "Worms" series. Equip your worm with unique weapons and abilities, and face off against other players in deathmatch and battle royale modes. The game features cross-play across multiple platforms, allowing for a large player base and intense matches.

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57%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,111 reviews
gameplay34 positive mentions
stability9 negative mentions

  • Worms Rumble offers a fun and chaotic real-time combat experience, maintaining the charm of the classic Worms franchise.
  • The game features a variety of weapons and customization options, allowing players to personalize their worms and playstyle.
  • Cross-platform play enhances the matchmaking experience, making it easier to find games despite the low player count.
  • The game suffers from a critically low player base, making it difficult to find matches, especially in certain game modes.
  • There is no single-player or offline mode, limiting gameplay options and making it unplayable when online servers are empty.
  • Matchmaking can be imbalanced, often pitting new players against experienced ones, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
  • gameplay
    87 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its fast-paced, fluid mechanics and vibrant maps, while others lament the departure from the classic turn-based Worms formula. Players enjoy the chaotic multiplayer experience and weapon variety, but express concerns over server issues, lack of offline modes, and gameplay balance. Overall, while the new real-time shooter mechanics are seen as fun and engaging, they may not satisfy purists of the original series.

    • “The gameplay is fluid and frantic, allowing you to dart, dodge, and dive through the vibrant maps like a worm on a mission.”
    • “Yes, it's not the classic round-based combat, but the real-time shooter mechanics work surprisingly well.”
    • “Worms Rumble is a twist from the classic worms turn-based gameplay; this time it's in full real-time.”
    • “The game itself on a gameplay level isn't that half bad, but to be honest, that is really a generous thing to say.”
    • “This is a Worms game without any of the Worms gameplay that we love.”
    • “Game gets boring very quickly; there is not much gameplay or modes to keep you engaged enough to warrant the price tag.”
  • graphics
    42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the vibrant 2.5D art style and improved visuals compared to previous titles, while others find them distracting or lacking depth. Many users appreciate the smooth performance and colorful design, but some express disappointment over the overall execution and the game's reliance on outdated aesthetics. Overall, the graphics are deemed decent, with a blend of modern and classic elements, though opinions vary on their effectiveness in enhancing gameplay.

    • “The art style looks good.”
    • “The graphics are great.”
    • “Worms Rumble has improved the quality of its visuals from previous releases, and the 2.5D styled graphics suit the modern theme well.”
    • “Somehow it's not fluid enough, the voices are annoying, the graphics are more distracting than 'useful' and... you can't play offline.”
    • “In terms of visuals, artistic style, level design, or theme - horrible.”
    • “Extremely low player counts and the graphic style is questionable.”
  • humor
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players highlighting its over-the-top antics, witty character banter, and the sheer joy of chaotic gameplay, especially when played with friends. The lovable worm characters and their comedic audio contribute to a lighthearted atmosphere that keeps players laughing throughout their sessions. Overall, the game is described as a fun and funny experience, perfect for those looking to enjoy a good laugh while gaming.

    • “If you’ve ever wanted to throw a grenade at your friends while laughing maniacally, this is the game for you.”
    • “It’s fun and as hilarious as ever, whether it be from an over-the-top kill or the witty banter from the worms themselves.”
    • “No matter the outcome of the game, you are sitting there laughing at the stupidity of it all.”
  • stability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many players reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and connection issues that can disrupt gameplay, such as server disconnections and freezing. While some users find the game generally enjoyable and functioning well, others highlight significant problems that detract from the experience, suggesting that it requires further updates to address these stability concerns. Overall, the game shows potential but suffers from notable technical issues that need to be resolved.

    • “The game seems very polished and bug-free so far.”
    • “I've experienced minimal crashes, which is impressive for a game of this scale.”
    • “The stability of the game allows for a smooth and enjoyable experience without interruptions.”
    • “And the most annoying thing - the game is buggy.”
    • “Pretty fun game, but unfortunately there are many bugs, glitches in it, connection and server problems.”
    • “Besides that, it's not uncommon at all to find glitches where rockets don't explode on impact, moments where you can no longer roll which make it very difficult to win matches, and moments where your utility items like jetpacks get glitched.”
  • monetization
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users expressing disappointment over perceived cash grab DLCs and suggesting a shift to a free-to-play model with cosmetic purchases to enhance community engagement. Others appreciate the absence of microtransactions, noting that all content can be unlocked through gameplay, but call for improvements in marketing and pricing to attract a larger player base. Overall, there is a consensus that better monetization strategies could significantly benefit the game's longevity and community growth.

    • “Perhaps Team 17 should look into making this game free-to-play and relying more on cosmetic and in-game purchases.”
    • “It's 'Stick Fight: The Game' with worms and possibly upcoming microtransactions.”
    • “Especially since there are no microtransactions and you can get everything by playing the game.”
    • “It's a shame because I think the game's in-game purchases would more than keep it alive, but here we are.”
    • “So sad they released this with cash grab DLC instead of a regular Worms game.”
    • “Just a disappointing cash grab from a zombie franchise.”
  • story
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story aspect is notably lacking, as there is no single-player mode or narrative content to engage players outside of multiplayer matches. While the gameplay is described as fun and fluid, the absence of a story-driven experience and the challenge of finding online matches detracts from its overall appeal. Players express a desire for future updates to include a story mode or cooperative missions to enhance the game's depth.

    • “It's a good idea; I hope it has single-player or missions in the next updates.”
    • “Keep it up, make more modes like PvE for co-op missions together with friends that will be supreme!”
    • “Earning customizations through levels and daily missions helps as well.”
    • “There is zero story mode, and you can never get an online match.”
    • “It's a good concept for a game, but what makes me not play it is the lack of other players and no single-player missions.”
    • “I hope it has single-player or missions in the next updates.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is considered bland, with decent but unremarkable sound effects. While there are audio settings available for customization, players suggest that the addition of more soundtracks and varied voice lines could enhance the overall experience.

    • “In the settings, you’ll find options for audio - master, gameplay, music, speech, and announcer volume sliders. Also, here is the audio output device.”
    • “[h1] Sound & Music[/h1]”
    • “The music is extremely bland; the sound effects are decent but nothing great.”
    • “To improve, more soundtracks could be played on the menu and more worm voices could be added.”
  • grinding
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while some find it tedious and unfulfilling, particularly in competitive lobbies, others enjoy the progression system that allows for leveling up weapons to unlock appealing skins, reminiscent of the grind in Call of Duty.

    • “Got on the game for 5 minutes, found one lobby with a team of try-hards farming kills on new players.”
    • “It feels really hollow, and the gunplay is just extremely tedious yet boring.”
    • “Grinding for weapon skins feels repetitive and lacks excitement.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, user feedback on optimization is mixed; while some players report a smooth experience with consistent 60fps and no technical issues, others express a desire for improvements, particularly in bot and custom matches.

    • “✔️ [b][u]Well optimized:[/u][/b] didn’t face any technical issues, just buttery smooth 60fps.”
    • “[h1] Performance[/h1]”
    • “I'd really like to see this game optimized and fixed for bot and custom matches as well!”
  • replayability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate a mixed perception of replayability; some users find it low, particularly when playing against random opponents, while others believe the game offers endless replay value, especially in social settings like LAN parties.

    • “The replayability is endless.”
    • “The game offers a variety of modes and challenges that keep me coming back for more.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh due to the different strategies and choices available.”
    • “The replayability is virtually non-existent.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game resonates strongly with players, evoking feelings of warmth and connection, as reflected in their appreciation for its wholesome elements.

  • character development
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development is highlighted through the charming designs of the lovable worms, complemented by humorous audio that enhances their personalities.

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Worms Rumble is a casual shooter game with comedy theme.

Worms Rumble is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5 and others.

On average players spend around 7 hours playing Worms Rumble.

Worms Rumble was released on December 1, 2020.

Worms Rumble was developed by Team17 Digital.

Worms Rumble has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its stability.

Worms Rumble is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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