Worms Rumble

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"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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64%

Audience ScoreBased on 739 reviews

gameplay18 positive mentions

stability8 negative mentions

Worms Rumble offers a fun and chaotic real-time combat experience that retains the charm of the classic Worms franchise.
The game features a variety of weapons and customization options, allowing players to tailor their gameplay experience.
Fast-paced matches and cross-play functionality enhance the multiplayer experience, making it enjoyable with friends.

The game suffers from long matchmaking times and a low player base, making it difficult to find matches.
There is a lack of content, with only a few maps and game modes available at launch, leading to repetitive gameplay.
Technical issues, including crashes and lag, detract from the overall experience and can frustrate players.

gameplay
48 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the latest Worms title has shifted from the classic turn-based mechanics to a fast-paced real-time shooter format, which some players find refreshing and fun, while others miss the traditional elements of the series. While the controls and movement mechanics are praised for their smoothness and ease of use, concerns about server issues, lack of offline modes, and limited game modes have been raised, suggesting that the game could benefit from more content and features to enhance longevity. Overall, the gameplay is seen as enjoyable, but it diverges significantly from the beloved classic Worms experience, leading to mixed feelings among long-time fans.
- “The gameplay is actually really fun, and I wouldn't say it's necessarily 'true' to the series in the sense of gameplay because it was basically rewritten all over again, but that's almost what makes it more enjoyable than I expected.”
- “Well, coming from a hardcore Worms veteran, Team17 created this masterpiece of a game, exploring the genre of fast-paced sidescrolling shooter while keeping the weapon physics and the game's general positive goofiness and cartoonishness of its predecessors.”
- “Fun, fast-paced gameplay loop.”
- “But there are a few things that need some improvement: they need to invest more in the marketing of this game if they want a bigger community and more customers, more weapon variation for an optimal gameplay experience, more gameplay features and offline modes, inserting some more crazy features from Worms WMD, and the last for the best: minimization of the hardcore Worms boomer purist toxic community, and also, they need to make this game cheaper and advertise more to expand the community, and fix the EU lag.”
- “Game gets boring very quickly; there is not much gameplay or modes to keep you engaged enough to warrant the price tag.”
- “D/Armageddon gameplay, this game tossed it out of the window in favor of an overused 2D sidescrolling shooter game, no witty lines, no destructible turf, nothing of the like from classic Worms, but here we have OP uncounterable weapons, floaty gravity, and dead lobbies; don't make the same mistake I did.”
graphics
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with many users noting their colorful and fun aesthetic that aligns with the classic Worms style. The visuals are described as decent to good, featuring smooth performance and appealing 2.5D design, although some players feel that certain weapons lack the iconic Worms charm. Overall, the graphics enhance the gameplay experience, making it visually engaging without demanding high system requirements.
- “The art style looks good.”
- “Graphics and gameplay are smooth and don't require a lot of power to run.”
- “Worms Rumble has improved the quality of its visuals from previous releases, and the 2.5D styled graphics suit the modern theme well.”
- “The graphics are all bubblegum; I waited at least 10 minutes and couldn't connect to any lobby.”
- “Yes, it does visually feel like a worms game, but there isn't much beyond the visuals and basic control scheme that has roots in the old games.”
- “Some of the weapons lose their worms aesthetic, and some of the guns look generic.”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players enjoying the over-the-top antics and witty banter of the worms, leading to laughter regardless of the game's outcome. Many find the gameplay amusing, particularly the absurdity of certain mechanics, such as self-inflicted damage, which adds to the overall joyfulness. Overall, the game is described as a fun experience, especially when played with friends, making it a great choice for those seeking lighthearted entertainment.
- “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.”
- “Brilliant game if you want to enter for an hour to play with other players, laughing the whole time.”
stability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is marred by numerous bugs, glitches, and connection issues, including long matchmaking times and frequent crashes. While players enjoy the gameplay, they report persistent problems such as server disconnections and movement glitches that detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, many feel that the game remains enjoyable and hope for future updates to address the stability concerns.
- “Pretty fun game, but unfortunately there are many bugs and glitches in it, along with connection and server problems.”
- “As of December 16, 2020, there are still lots of bugs and glitches such as being disconnected from the server, game freezing, crashing, and not being able to drop down in spots with shaky movement. However, those problems are not going to ruin the experience; for the most part, the game runs fine.”
- “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 makes it very difficult to win matches, and moments where your utility items like jetpacks get glitched.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story aspect is criticized for its absence, as players express disappointment over the lack of a single-player mode or missions, which limits engagement. While the concept is seen as promising, the inability to connect with other players has diminished the overall experience, leading to calls for future updates to include more diverse gameplay modes, including cooperative missions.
- “There is zero story mode, and you can never get an online match.”
- “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!”
monetization
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed feedback; while some users criticize it as a cash grab and suggest lowering the price to attract a larger community, others appreciate the absence of microtransactions, highlighting that all content can be unlocked through gameplay. Overall, there is a call for improved marketing and additional features to enhance the game's value.
- “There are no microtransactions in the game!”
- “Especially since there are no microtransactions and you can get everything by playing the game.”
- “Just a disappointing cash grab from a zombie franchise.”
- “It's 'Stick Fight: The Game' with worms and possibly upcoming microtransactions.”
- “They need to make this game cheaper and make more advertisement to expand the community.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a desire for improved optimization, particularly for bot and custom matches, indicating that performance issues are a concern that needs addressing.
- “[h1]🔥 Performance[/h1]”
- “I'd really like to see this game optimized and fixed for bot and custom matches as well!”
- “The performance issues are really holding the game back from being enjoyable.”
- “Optimization is sorely lacking, making the game feel sluggish and unresponsive.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers suggest that the game's music could benefit from a broader selection of soundtracks in the menu and an increase in the variety of worm voices to enhance the overall auditory experience.
- “The music in the game creates an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is diverse and complements the gameplay perfectly, making each moment feel special.”
- “I love how the sound effects and music work together to create a unique and engaging environment.”
- “To improve, more soundtracks could be played on the menu and more worm voices could be added.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unengaging, with many describing the gunplay as hollow and lacking excitement.
- “It feels really hollow, and the gunplay is just extremely tedious and boring.”
- “The grinding is repetitive and lacks any real sense of progression.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which makes the game feel like a chore.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight that the game's replayability is virtually limitless, offering endless opportunities for players to engage with its content repeatedly.
- “The replayability is endless, with so many different paths to explore.”
- “Every playthrough feels unique, thanks to the diverse choices and outcomes.”
- “I keep coming back for more; each run offers new surprises and challenges.”
- “The replayability is virtually non-existent.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to play it again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying the game feel tedious.”