Worms (2007 video game)

Worms is a 2D artillery tactical game developed by Team17 that was released for Xbox 360 on March 7, 2007, and was later released for PlayStation 3 and iOS platforms. The game is largely a port of the handheld game Worms Open Warfare.

Not to be confused with Worms (1995 video game).
For the 1983 game, see Worms?
Worms
Developer(s)Team17
Publisher(s)Xbox Live Arcade
Microsoft Game Studios
PlayStation Network
Sony Computer Entertainment[1]
iOS
Team17
SeriesWorms
Platform(s)Xbox Live Arcade
PlayStation Network[2]
iOS[3]
ReleaseXbox Live Arcade
March 7, 2007
PlayStation Network
iOS
July 11, 2009
Genre(s)Artillery, strategy
Mode(s)Single-player, multiplayer

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. This delay in the certification process was a source of a frustration for everyone involved.[5] Downloadable content released in May and July 2007 included new costumes, voices, and environments for the games. The game has since taken on the moniker, Worms (2007). Its first official public demonstration was on the showroom floor of the 2007, Consumer Electronics Show.

The game was released in March 2007 for Xbox 360, March 2009 for PlayStation 3, and July 2009 on iOS. The 2007 version of Worms is an enhanced port of Worms: Open Warfare, which itself is a remake of the original 1995 video game of the same name.

Downloadable content

On May 30, 2007, several new downloadable Worms packs were released. The "Space" landscape was issued for free, while two others, the "Hell" and "Jungle" landscapes, were released for purchase. A free set of 22 Worm voice banks were also released.

On July 4, 2007, more content was issued: a Music Pack was released for free; however, it was only more voice banks, and two more landscapes, "Desert" and "Manhattan", were released for purchase. Some Worms themes and gamerpics were released for purchase as well.

References
  1. Purchese, Rob (February 12, 2009). "Sony details spring PSN plans". Eurogamer. Retrieved 2009-03-31.
  2. "Exclusive: Team 17 Confirms Worms for PlayStation Network". SPOnG. February 6, 2009. Retrieved 2009-02-06.
  3. Hinkle, David (2009-04-28). "Team17 working on Worms for iPhone". Joystiq. Retrieved 2009-07-11.
  4. "Worms PS3 Coming Early April". SPOnG. March 31, 2009. Retrieved 2009-03-31.
  5. "Team 17 boss explains Worms XBLA delay". Eurogamer.net.
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