Worms

 Xbox 360
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 25
  3. Negative: 0 out of 25
  1. Yahoo!
    90
    There are few better multiplayer games in existence, and no better ones on Xbox Live Arcade. If your gaming habits ever include playing with others, online or off, Worms is utterly essential.
  2. X-ONE Magazine UK
    90
    A genius concept thanks to exploding sheep, homing missiles, air strikes and Street Fighter special moves. [Issue 19, p.116]
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  3. netjak
    81
    Worms HD has it’s moments that dazzle on screen and in gameplay. Namely the online component is really where you’ll want to play; but it ends up as a great local multiplayer with your real-life friends (if you have any).
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  5. Xboxic
    80
    You’ll enjoy playing the game, but you won’t be able to stop wondering what the game could have been without the 50 MB limit.
  6. GamesRadar+
    80
    But assuming that last issue gets resolved in the coming weeks, Worms is a fantastic addition to your Live Arcade library
  7. Console Gameworld
    80
    It loses a few points due to the price, but it's an otherwise fine game.
  8. 360 Gamer Magazine UK
    80
    A crisp high definition version of a classic game and, with hardly any faults, can be considered one of the best Live Arcade purchases you'll make. [Issue 24, p.70]
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  9. Official Xbox Magazine UK
    80
    Perfect multiplayer customisation. [May 2007, p.94]
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  10. NTSC-uk
    80
    Even with the limited themes, Worms has a lot of legs, or at least a lengthy slimy belly, and it’s a worthy addition to XBLA, especially as a multiplayer game over Live.
  11. Gaming Nexus
    79
    Worms for the Xbox Live Arcade does an excellent job of recreating the fun and excitement of the series, but it's slightly disappointing to see so many modes and weapons stripped from the experience. Still, if you're looking for a great game to play with friends or online, then you can't go wrong with Worms.
  12. IC-Games
    78
    It’s a shame that some of the backgrounds and voice packs seem to have been limited for that trademarked MSP exploitation later on, but even in its most basic form, Worms is still highly recommended.
  13. Xbox World Australia
    78
    A faithful adaptation of the popular series, and while it isn't without its faults, is some of the most fun you can have in multiplayer on Live.
  14. SpazioGames
    78
    Team 17’s masterpiece is one of the funniest strategic games around. This new HD edition brings to today standards an immortal classic.
  15. Game Chronicles
    77
    Worms offers almost limitless level designs, great multiplayer action for 4 people online and off and a basic but vital ingredient for any game – fun!
  16. Official Xbox Magazine
    75
    At the very least, the 360's first "Worms" game recalls the series' hearty roots--and for that, we're thankful. [Mar 2007, p.79]
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  17. GameSpot
    75
    It does right by the classic Worms gameplay, and it's probably the best-looking Worms game ever; but a shortness of features makes it feel a little bare-bones, not to mention a little overpriced.

Awards & Rankings

63
#63 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2007
84
#84 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2007
73
#73 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2007

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User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 31 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 31
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 31
  3. Negative: 6 out of 31
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  3. MattP
    Feb 26, 2009
    3
    It is sad to see how far backwards this game has gone from the earlier versions (Armageddon, etc.). I purchased Worms from the Xbox LiveIt is sad to see how far backwards this game has gone from the earlier versions (Armageddon, etc.). I purchased Worms from the Xbox Live Arcade hoping for a new, innovative title from Team 17. However, what I got was a disappointing re-run of a game, that simply didn't seem finished. One of the primary features made the previous worms games so great was the customization, with changeable worm voices, victory fanfares, and more than 3 map styles. Perhaps Team 17 is running low-budget, because this seems like a quick cash-grab compared to the previous titles. Call me nostalgic for "The good ole days", but there was so much more they could have done with this.… Full Review »
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