Worms (2007 video game)

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Worms
Developer(s)Team17
Publisher(s)Microsoft Game Studios (X360)
Team17
SeriesWorms
Platform(s)Xbox 360
PlayStation 3[2]
iOS[3]
ReleaseXbox 360
  • WW: March 7, 2007
PlayStation 3
iOS
  • WW: July 11, 2009
Genre(s)Artillery, strategy
Mode(s)Single-player, multiplayer

Worms is an artillery turn-based tactics video game developed by Team17 and published by Microsoft Game Studios for the Xbox 360. Team17 released the game for the PlayStation 3 and iOS platforms. The game is largely a port of 2006's Worms: Open Warfare.[4][5]

Gameplay

Players control a small platoon of worms across a deformable landscape, battling computer or player controlled teams. The game features bright and humorous cartoon-style animation and a varied arsenal of weapons. Full voice communication is also available among the players of the game. The game includes a tutorial, single-player challenges, and competitive multiplayer for up to four teams either online or offline.

There is also a Quick Start option (choice of Beginner, Intermediate or Pro, uses default schemes and teams). If the player wanted to play a custom singleplayer game, they have to select multiplayer and then create a local game with AI opponents.

The time it takes to complete a challenge is saved and the best times are displayed on a leaderboard.

Multiplayer features competitive play for up to four teams. It is compatible for both offline or online play via Xbox Live or PlayStation Network.

Development and release

The development and release of the Xbox 360 version of Worms was significantly delayed due to a disagreement during the certification process prior to release, over the requirement of an in-game means of providing opposing player feedback in post-game lobbies.[6]

Reception

Worms received "generally favorable" reviews according to the review aggregating website Metacritic.[9][10]

References

  1. ^ "Worms PS3 Coming Early April". SPOnG. 31 March 2009. Retrieved 31 March 2009.
  2. ^ a b "Exclusive: Team 17 Confirms Worms for PlayStation Network". SPOnG. 6 February 2009. Retrieved 6 February 2009.
  3. ^ Hinkle, David (28 April 2009). "Team17 working on Worms for iPhone". Joystiq. Archived from the original on 30 April 2009.
  4. ^ a b Bramwell, Tom (14 March 2007). "Worms". Eurogamer. Retrieved 3 October 2021.
  5. ^ a b Davis, Ryan (22 June 2007). "Worms Review". GameSpot. Retrieved 3 October 2021.
  6. ^ "Team 17 boss explains Worms XBLA delay". Eurogamer.net. 21 February 2007.
  7. ^ Dredge, Stuart (18 May 2007). "Worms 2007". Pocket Gamer. Retrieved 3 October 2021.
  8. ^ Buchanan, Levi (14 August 2007). "Worms 2007 Review". IGN. Retrieved 3 October 2021.
  9. ^ a b "Worms for Xbox 360 Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved 3 October 2019.
  10. ^ a b "Worms for PlayStation 3 Reviews". Metacritic. CBS Interactive. Retrieved 3 October 2019.