Worms 3D

 GameCube
Metascore
69

Mixed or average reviews - based on 23 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 23
  3. Negative: 3 out of 23
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  1. GameCube Europe
    86
    A great pick up and play game, and the Quick Start mode means you can have a fast twenty minute game if you want, or get stuck into Campaign or multiplayer instead.
  2. Next Level Gaming
    85
    It's literally hours of fun, and I am as serious as I can be about that. Worms 3D takes a classic game that I have always enjoyed, added the 3D part yet completely kept the gameplay intact perfectly.
  3. TotalGames.net
    83
    Whether it's better than the old 2D games will come more down to personal preference, but it's a welcome twist on the old formula that opens up far more tactical options than ever before.
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  5. GamingWorld X
    83
    Team 17 has taken almost all of what made the original games fun and plopped it into 3D. It isn’t quite as much fun as the two-dimensional games, but Worms 3D is certainly the best strategy title on the GameCube.
  6. Nintendojo
    82
    Worms 3D’s major problem is that it is in 3D. The uninspired camera and technical oversights, such as the inability to use multiple controllers, prevent the game from receiving an especially high score. However, the game does offer loads of fun if you can get past the flaws.
  7. Game Over Online
    82
    It may be the single cutest way possible to empty an Uzi into your friends' heads.
  8. Eurogamer
    80
    Despite the criticisms, Team 17 has still managed to pull off an impressive evolution of a much-loved series. The core game has remained barely unchanged, but the 3D engine introduces a lot of unexpected elements to get used to, both good and bad.
  9. Game Informer
    80
    Just as addictive as its predecessors, but features more thoughtful challenges and conquests. [Mar 2004, p.97]
  10. Gamenikki
    80
    It's not so much a major 3D advancement or a 3D reinvention of the series as it is a nice 3D sequel, with some little technical qualms that may occasionally prove to be frustrating.
  11. Deeko
    80
    Worms 3D may not succeed completely when it boils down to the measure of its technical parts, but the entire experience proves to be an immeasurably amusing and incredibly entertaining (as well as humorous) way to kill some time.
  12. Yahoo!
    80
    Worms 3D's new engine isn't a necessary improvement on the classic and enduring 2D game, but the upgrade works, even if it makes the controls a little more cumbersome. It still has the tone, humour and playability that is synonymous with Worms.
  13. GameSpot
    75
    The old-timers out there may find that though the transition to 3D is novel, it doesn't really have much impact on the overall experience.

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#53 Best GameCube Game of 2004
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#19 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2004

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 21 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 21
  3. Negative: 3 out of 21
  1. E_Hero_Killjoy
    Apr 22, 2011
    6
    The game had so much potential, with a variety of crazy weapons and lots of customizable parts. However they can't make up for the fact thatThe game had so much potential, with a variety of crazy weapons and lots of customizable parts. However they can't make up for the fact that this game is just frustrating. The controls just don't work, its very much about trial and error, which while that can be expected it should not be as large a part of the game as it is.… Full Review »
  2. DallasP.
    Jan 22, 2008
    7
    The camera takes getting used to and it crashed on me a couple times but otherwise very fun. I'm a fan of Worms World Party and while The camera takes getting used to and it crashed on me a couple times but otherwise very fun. I'm a fan of Worms World Party and while this isn't quite as fun as that, it's still enjoyable, especially in two player mode. I did miss not being able to tunnel but that's life. If you like the Worms games, it is worth checking out.… Full Review »
  3. BrendanC.
    Mar 29, 2007
    1
    I think it is the worst game I ever played. I'm going to be blunt, it's just a stupid game. I can't get past how annoying the I think it is the worst game I ever played. I'm going to be blunt, it's just a stupid game. I can't get past how annoying the stupidity of all the characters are. All their stupid sounds they make and even the way they look makes me want to kill myself. I honestly don't know how people can actually take this pitiful excuse for a game seriously.… Full Review »
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