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Review sentiment over time
Weekly positive-review rate (green) and review volume (bars). Dashed lines mark significant patches; the amber line is the start of the current scoring window. Hover the dots to see what drove a dip or a jump.
How this score was computed
The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.
| Component | Positive | Quality (0-100) | Weight (pseudo-reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Press reviews (OpenCritic) | – | 78 | 25 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 85% | 79 | 1000 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | 73 | 4 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 89% | 83 | 35 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 99 reviews sampled · 75 total reviews in window · weighted 53.6 up / 6.6 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (84)
Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.
- 70
“Worms W.M.D. is a good example of a game that can use its original, winning design format, spice things up with a whole bunch of new features, and still come out as an impressive title. The introduction of crafting weapons between rounds adds to the complexity of the strategy in a good way, the game can't be picked up as instantly as games such as Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, but with time and dedication, you'll find a seriously rewarding tactical battle game.Some niggling factors such as the awkwardness of moving your character around, the fact that your movement and weapon's aim are frustratingly locked to the same control stick, and the unfortunate lack of ability to play online with friends prevent the game from being the amazing experience it could have been, though. If you love the Worms franchise or games of the genre you'll likely have a lot of fun by grabbing a copy of this game, just bear these little things in mind as you make your decision.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“In the end I must say that I’m extremely impressed with the level of care and effort that has been put into making Worms W.M.D. worthwhile. With a series like this it seems like it can be easy to get comfortable and to phone in a new iteration with better graphics and sound but Team 17 has really shown an investment in this title that’s inspiring. By adding to the game in pretty well all directions they’ve managed to take an already-fun series and make it compelling for just about anyone to check out!”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Another game perfectly suited to the Nintendo Switch, Worms W.M.D is a return to the classic format the series is known and loved for.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Worms W.M.D is a successful reimagining of the long running artillery strategy series, mixing Armageddon‘s colorful visuals and tight gameplay with some welcome additions. Team 17 has created a new classic, easily recommended for both newcomers and longtime fans of the franchise.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Worms W.M.D brings back the classic 2D joy of Worms Armageddon, yet mixes it with new and interesting ideas that keep you on your worm tail. Though some may wince at the price, it's hard not to love the chaotic multiplayer and extensive customisation, and the addition of crafting adds a new lease of life to an already timeless formula. Forget the series going stale, this is one of the freshest cans of Worms to date.”
read full review ↗ - 85
“Sure, the camera could have been more modernized, but its shortcomings are worth dealing with. The hours flew by in not only the single-player levels, but also the constant stream of multiplayer matches. If you are searching for a strategic timesink, this game can get you quite far.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“There’s no reason any new player to the Worms franchise wouldn’t get a quick kick out of this one, but it’s difficult to recommend the game to series veterans who can get a cleaner experience from the entries they currently own.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“Worms W.M.D. is great re-entry point for people like me who have sort of fallen off the wagon with the series over time. It keeps what I remember, and refines what I had issues with. The hilarity is still there, the solid game play shines above the rest, and it feels good to be back.”
read full review ↗ - 90
“Worms WMD is truly the most definitive version of Worms bringing with it a lovely set of graphics and all the Worm carnage you could ever want.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“Worms WMD is resetting the series and delivers in all the important areas while adding some minor improvements. If you like Worms and specifically want a portable version of it, this a fun investment of your time. It doesn't reinvent the wheel, but it's probably the best version of the game currently available.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“There's little else on the Switch that can match the chaos that Worms W.M.D. creates, making this new edition a game worth picking up as soon as possible.”
read full review ↗ - 80
“20 years and countless games later, Team 17 rediscovers some of the old magic for Worms.”
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Patch history
- Worms W.M.D | Update 24/08/2026Aug 25, 2026
- Worms Rumble - Free Weekend, New Arena, New DLC, Double XP & Currency…and more!Feb 18, 2021significant · resets scoring window
- Introducing the Brimstone update!Jul 23, 2019
- Worms W.M.D - Small Update Available Now!Jul 25, 2018
- Wormhole Update - Live Now!Feb 22, 2018
- Wormhole Update - Live Now!Feb 22, 2018significant · resets scoring window
- The Hat & Building Editors are now live!Oct 17, 2017significant · resets scoring window
- Forts Mode is Live!May 8, 2017significant · resets scoring window
- Forts Mode is Live!May 8, 2017significant · resets scoring window
- Ranked 2.0 is LIVE & Ranked 2.0 Player vs Devs Tonight!Apr 5, 2017significant · resets scoring window
- Ranked 2.0 Launches Tomorrow, TAKE US ON!Apr 4, 2017
- Ranked 2.0 Launches Tomorrow, TAKE US ON!Apr 4, 2017
- Ranked Mode 2.0 - Launch UpdateMar 28, 2017
- Ranked Mode 2.0 - Launch UpdateMar 28, 2017
- Ranked Mode 2.0 UpdateMar 10, 2017
- Ranked Mode 2.0 UpdateMar 10, 2017
- 23/2/2017 - Hotfix UpdateFeb 23, 2017
- 23/2/2017 - Hotfix UpdateFeb 23, 2017
- Ranked Mode 2.0 UpdateFeb 22, 2017
- Ranked Mode 2.0 UpdateFeb 22, 2017
- 16/02/2017 - HotfixFeb 16, 2017
- 16/02/2017 - HotfixFeb 16, 2017
- Worms W.M.D Patch Notes: 14/02/2017Feb 14, 2017significant · resets scoring window
- Worms W.M.D Patch Notes: 14/02/2017Feb 14, 2017significant · resets scoring window
- Worms W.M.D Patch Notes: 12/01/2017Jan 12, 2017significant · resets scoring window