Worms W.M.D Reviews

Worms W.M.D is ranked in the 75th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
7.8 / 10.0
Nov 23, 2017

Worms W.M.D. still as fun as it was in other systems, but adds this "mobile" style thanks to the portable options of Nintendo Switch. A great option to play with our friends, with interesting new features.

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8.5 / 10.0
Nov 23, 2017

Loading times are a minor niggle though, and while the single player does fall a little bit flat it does a good job of educating you on weapon usage and game mechanics. But, let's face it, multiplayer is where Worms has always shined and it's no different here. Get a bunch of friends together and duke it out; it gets a bit chaotic with more than four people playing, but with friends chaos is fun.

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7 / 10
Nov 23, 2017

Worms W.M.D. is a good example of a game that can use its original, winning design format, spice things up with a whole bunch of new features, and still come out as an impressive title. The introduction of crafting weapons between rounds adds to the complexity of the strategy in a good way – the game can't be picked up as instantly as games such as Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, but with time and dedication, you'll find a seriously rewarding tactical battle game.Some niggling factors such as the awkwardness of moving your character around, the fact that your movement and weapon's aim are frustratingly locked to the same control stick, and the unfortunate lack of ability to play online with friends prevent the game from being the amazing experience it could have been, though. If you love the Worms franchise or games of the genre you'll likely have a lot of fun by grabbing a copy of this game, just bear these little things in mind as you make your decision.

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7 / 10.0
Nov 23, 2016

The enjoyment I got from playing W.M.D. is definitely a reward in itself

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9 / 10.0
Oct 29, 2016

Simply put; Worms W.M.D is the best entry in the franchise since 1999. Above and beyond its well-grounded strategy roots, the game elevates itself with some smart new mechanics. It's sure to please any fans of the pre-21st Century Worms games, and I would think it offers enough to get a whole new generation interested in the franchise to boot.

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80 / 100
Sep 27, 2016

Worms W.M.D is another rock-solid entry in this remarkably long-running franchise; meaningful gameplay additions in the form of vehicles, crafting and buildings keep things fresh without betraying what makes this a classic series.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 19, 2016

Worms returns with its load of humor and strategy, in a chapter that will please both the traditionalists and the newcomers. The classic 2D formula is still fun, but we have the introduction of new features (crafting , vehicles and buildings) that renew the original gameplay of the series.

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games™ Team
Top Critic
7 / 10
Sep 19, 2016

Don’t expect to soil yourself with surprise

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8 / 10.0
Sep 16, 2016

Overall, the game is one of the best entries into the Worms franchise for years now. I’d be shocked if you haven’t played a Worms game at some point but W.M.D provides a ton of fun and charm that’s well worth your time.

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8 / 10
Sep 15, 2016

Worms W.M.D. marks a return to form for the classic turn-based strategy series.

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6.5 / 10.0
Sep 13, 2016

I mean…it’s Worms. If you feel like paying full price for this latest entry because you happen to have a filthy love for watching the little fellas massacre each other then you’re sorted. If you’re wondering if you should stick to any of the other 20-odd Worms games that you already own, then Worms W.M.D isn’t going to change your mind easily.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 13, 2016

Over the years Worms has tried a few times to freshen up its franchise by changing the formula a bit, sprinkling in 3D, and other gimmicks. Worms WMD is a back to the basics effort that proves the original formula is the best one. There is nothing broken about the gameplay. While it could use an injection of pace, it delivers a great experience both offline and in online multiplayer.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 12, 2016

"Brilliantly building on the success of Armageddon, Worms W.M.D. is the best game in the series to date. Both charming, intelligent while bulging with hilarious off the cuff remarks and quirky accents, Worms W.M.D. brilliantly incorporates the gameplay we’ve come to know and love with a mixture of exciting new additions thrown in for good measure".

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85%
Sep 12, 2016

Worms W.M.D is an extremely entertaining and addictive game that can stir up every party. These worms have something to say after more than twenty years since their creation.

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8.8 / 10.0
Sep 7, 2016

Worms W.M.D. is everything we love about the franchise updated to today's standards with a few awesome new features.

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DarkZero
Top Critic
8 / 10
Sep 7, 2016

All told, then, Worms W.M.D. is a triumph. Sure, we could tie ourselves in knots asking why they didn’t come out with something like this sooner, but what would be the point? For now, let’s just bask in its wormly glory.

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4 / 5.0
Sep 7, 2016

Worms: W.M.D may not pack the glitziest graphics or a compelling narrative, but the consistently hilarious blend of wiggly warfare and wealth of wacky weaponry make it stand out from the pack. If you’re a veteran of the series who’s been waiting for these segmented superstars to return to their former glory, look no further than Worms: W.M.D. And if you’re a newcomer looking for a bit of lighthearted destruction, there’s never been a better time to enlist.

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8 / 10.0
Sep 2, 2016

As silly and sadistic as ever, Worms W.M.D. is a multiplayer hoot.

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GameSpew
Joseph Sale
Top Critic
7 / 10
Aug 31, 2016

The vehicles radically change the gameplay but are in keeping with the outrageous power and unpredictability of Worms combat

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Eurogamer
Top Critic
Recommended
Aug 30, 2016

20 years and countless games later, Team 17 rediscovers some of the old magic for Worms.

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