Worms (2007 video game)

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Worms
Wormscover.jpg
Developer(s)Team17
Publisher(s)Microsoft Game Studios (X360)
Sony Computer Entertainment[1] (PS3)
Team17 (iOS)
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. It was released for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and iOS platforms. The game is largely a port of 2006's Worms.[5][6]

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.[7]

Reception

Reception
Aggregate score
AggregatorScore
Metacritic(XBLA) 75/100[10]
(PSN) 76/100[11]
Review scores
PublicationScore
Eurogamer6/10[5]
GameSpot7.5/10[6]
IGN7.9/10[9]
Pocket Gamer4/5 stars[8]

Worms received "generally favorable" reviews according to the review aggregating website Metacritic.[10][11]

References

  1. Purchese, Rob (February 12, 2009). "Sony details spring PSN plans". Eurogamer. http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/sony-details-spring-psn-plans. 
  2. 2.0 2.1 "Exclusive: Team 17 Confirms Worms for PlayStation Network". SPOnG. February 6, 2009. http://news.spong.com/article/17087/Exclusive_Team_17_Confirms_Worms_for_PlayStation_Network. 
  3. Hinkle, David (2009-04-28). "Team17 working on Worms for iPhone". Joystiq. http://www.joystiq.com/2009/04/28/rumor-video-shows-potential-worms-for-iphone/. 
  4. "Worms PS3 Coming Early April". SPOnG. March 31, 2009. http://news.spong.com/article/17549/Worms_PS3_Coming_Early_April. 
  5. 5.0 5.1 Bramwell, Tom (14 March 2007). "Worms". https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/worms-review. 
  6. 6.0 6.1 Davis, Ryan (22 June 2007). "Worms Review". https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/worms-review/1900-6167125/. 
  7. "Team 17 boss explains Worms XBLA delay". Eurogamer.net. 21 February 2007. http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/team-17-boss-explains-worms-xbla-delay. 
  8. Dredge, Stuart (18 May 2007). "Worms 2007". https://www.pocketgamer.com/articles/003070/worms-2007/. 
  9. Buchanan, Levi (14 August 2007). "Worms 2007 Review". https://www.ign.com/articles/2007/08/15/worms-2007-review. 
  10. 10.0 10.1 "Worms for Xbox 360 Reviews". CBS Interactive. https://www.metacritic.com/game/worms/critic-reviews/?platform=xbox-360. Retrieved 2019-10-03. 
  11. 11.0 11.1 "Worms for PlayStation 3 Reviews". CBS Interactive. https://www.metacritic.com/game/worms/critic-reviews/?platform=playstation-3. Retrieved 2019-10-03. 

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