Info about Worms W.M.D:

Official game description:
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About the Game
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The worms are back in their most destructive game yet. With a gorgeous, hand-drawn 2D look, brand new weapons, the introduction of crafting, vehicles and buildings plus the return of some much-loved classic weapons and gameplay, Worms W.M.D is the best worms experience ever.
Work your way through 30 campaign levels of increasing difficulty using the huge arsenal of new and classic weapons at your disposal. Use new vehicles to cause chaos amongst the enemy ranks and use buildings to gain the tactical advantage as you try to dominate the battlefield!
Take on up to five opponents in hilarious all-out tactical worm warfare with up to eight worms each, either in local or online multiplayer, including ranked play. Flatten your opponents with the Concrete Donkey. Turn them into chunks of worm meat with the Holy Hand Grenade. Rain down hell from above in helicopters or pound them into oblivion with the tank. With 80 weapons and utilities at your fingertips, this is Worms at its chaotic best!
**Key Features**
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*   **Wonderfully 2D**: The best implementation of the Worms formula yet, now with a brand new worm, and gorgeous digitally-painted 2D artwork.
*   **Vehicles**: Worm warfare gets serious with the introduction of vehicles for the first time in the series. Dominate the landscape in warfare-ready tanks, take to the skies to unleash hell from from above in helicopters and more!
*   **Buildings**: Keep your head down, and hide out in a building. Buildings provide a tactical advantage by hiding away your worms, and keeping them safe from direct attacks!
*   **Crafting**: No more waiting around while your opponents take their turns! Grab the crafting crates that drop from the sky during games to make fiendishly upgraded versions of items such as the Electric Sheep, the Bazooka Pie and the Holy Mine Grenade to unleash on your enemies!
*   **Classic Worms Physics and Gameplay**: Our brand new engine recreates the feel of the fan-favourite entrants in the series; and sees the reintroduction of the much loved Classic Ninja Rope!
*   **New and classic weapons**: Over 80 weapons and utilities at your fingertips, including many returning classics and a slew of new additions such as the Dodgy Phone Battery, the Unwanted Present and the OMG strike.
*   **Mounted Guns**: As if over 80 weapons and utilities wasn't already enough! A range of different gun types are placed around the landscape, allowing your warmongering worms to do even MORE damage!
*   **Hilarious single player plus online and local multiplayer warfare**: Worms W.M.D comes locked and loaded with a huge arsenal of Training Missions, Campaign Missions and Challenges for the solo player. Train up then head online to create havoc in multiplayer modes including ranked play, with room for up to six players with eight worms each on a map!

Release date: Aug 23, 2016

Categories: Turn-based Strategy, Multiplayer, Local Multiplayer, Online Multiplayer, Cooperative Gameplay, Competitive Multiplayer, 2D Side-scrolling, Action, Shooting, Tactical Gameplay, Customization, Vehicle Mechanics, Crafting, Procedural Generation, Physics Simulation, Strategy, Turn-based Combat, Comedy, Humorous Gameplay

Feature scans:
- MTX: score 30; verdict: Mixed Monetization Practices; summary: The game is perceived by some users as a 'cash grab' with low effort and unnecessary features. There are concerns about the monetization strategy, particularly regarding DLC. However, there is also a positive note about not having to pay for additional DLC after the initial purchase.
- Wiki: score 10; verdict: Needs Technical Improvements; summary: The analysis of user feedback reveals significant technical issues, particularly with alt-tabbing, which severely impacts the user experience. Additionally, the lengthy duration required to complete missions and the reliance on walkthroughs are notable concerns. Despite these issues, there are positive reflections on nostalgic experiences and strategic gameplay.
- Proton/Linux: score 75; verdict: Barely Playable; summary: The game faces significant challenges on Linux, including launch reliability issues, performance problems, and the need for extensive workarounds with Proton. The native Linux port is described as broken and in need of updates. While some users find success with different Proton versions, the overall experience is marred by compatibility issues and the lack of a well-functioning native port.
- Steam Deck: score 55; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The game faces significant issues on Linux and Steam Deck, particularly with controller support, Proton compatibility, and stability. Users report that the game often requires additional tinkering to run properly, and there are frequent complaints about crashes and graphical performance. Despite these issues, some users find the game enjoyable, especially when playing with friends.

- Hardware Profile:
  - Summary: The game exhibits significant performance issues across lower VRAM hardware cohorts, with frequent crashes and launch failures reported.
  - Sample size: 80 (4% coverage)
  - Audience skew: Review sample is mostly Windows-based.
  - Windows <8GB VRAM (negative, 37 reports): The game frequently crashes and uses excessive system resources.
  - Windows 8-11GB VRAM (negative, 21 reports): The game often fails to launch, resulting in a black screen.
  - Caveats: 80 of 2099 reviews expose hardware metadata.; Review sample is mostly Windows-based.
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $3.00 - $10.00
  - Reasoning: The evidence suggests that the community finds the game to be a good value when purchased on sale, often mentioning prices around $3 to $10. The sentiment is that the game is worth buying at a discounted price, indicating that the fair price range is likely below the current base price. The community consistently recommends purchasing the game on sale, implying that the base price is considered too high.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: N/A
  - Story completion: N/A
  - Session length: 1.3h
  - Endgame: 8.0h
  - Reasoning: The evidence provides several direct references to playtime. One review mentions spending 8 hours playing with friends, indicating a long session length and potentially high endgame engagement. Another review suggests that a typical session can range from 15 minutes to 2 hours, depending on immersion. A player reports over 100 hours on record, which likely includes a mix of campaign, multiplayer, and endgame content. Another review mentions 170 hours of playtime, though this is from a different platform and may not directly reflect typical Steam playtimes. The evidence does not provide specific details on game completion or story completion times, so those fields are marked as null.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: Worms W.M.D offers a fun multiplayer experience, especially with friends, but players must overcome significant technical issues to reach the enjoyable parts of the game.
  - Stance: Fun then drops
  - Anchor: Successful multiplayer matchmaking and gameplay with friends.
  - Time to anchor: 0h 30m
  - Friction: Broken multiplayer browser; Difficulty in finding and joining multiplayer games; Technical issues and bugs
  - Unlock drivers: Playing with friends; Adjusting to new mechanics through the single-player campaign
  - Conditions: Playing with friends in multiplayer; Using Discord voice chat; Local multiplayer sessions
- Player Archetypes:
  - Social Multiplayer Enthusiast (buy)
    - Motivation: Social interaction and competitive fun with friends.
    - Playstyle: Competitive and tactical multiplayer matches with friends.
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: Worms fan; multiplayer enthusiast
    - Reference games: Worms Armageddon; Worms Reloaded
  - Critical Veteran (no buy)
    - Motivation: Seeking a well-executed and improved Worms experience.
    - Playstyle: Critical and comparative, often frustrated with the current state of the game.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: no buy
    - Labels: veteran gamer; critical player
    - Reference games: Worms Armageddon; Worms World Party
  - Disappointed Casual (deep sale)
    - Motivation: Looking for an engaging and well-functioning casual game.
    - Playstyle: Casual and disappointed with the game's execution.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: deep sale
    - Labels: casual gamer; disappointed player
    - Reference games: Worms 2; Worms 3


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Highly praised gameplay experience (weight 0.26): Many players describe the game as great, very fun, and one of the best games ever. It is frequently mentioned as excellent for playing with friends and having an amazing atmosphere.
- Enjoyable multiplayer experience (weight 0.25): The game is noted for being fun with friends, providing enjoyable and humorous gameplay moments. It is recommended to play with friends for a better experience.
- Classic 2D gameplay with modern enhancements (weight 0.18): The game retains the classic 2D gameplay that fans love, with improved graphics and modern visuals. It maintains the old-school feel while adding enhanced features.
- Diverse and satisfying weaponry (weight 0.17): The game offers a wide variety of weapons, including both classic and new options. Players appreciate the large arsenal and the creativity involved in weapon building.
- Pleasant and charming visuals (weight 0.16): Players are pleased with the game's visual style, describing it as charming, beautiful, and pleasant. The art style is consistently praised.
- Humorous and engaging gameplay (weight 0.15): The game includes humorous and funny gameplay elements that players find enjoyable and engaging. These elements add to the overall fun experience.
- Good value for money (weight 0.1): Players feel that the game is worth the price, especially when on sale. It offers good value for money.
- Customizable worm teams (weight 0.08): The game offers customization options for worm teams, allowing players to have more control over their gameplay experience.
- Long-term enjoyment (weight 0.07): Players find the game enjoyable to play over a long period, indicating that it has lasting appeal and entertainment value.
- New tactical options with vehicles (weight 0.07): The addition of vehicles and buildings adds new tactical options to the gameplay, providing more variety and strategic depth.
- Mix of strategy and chaos (weight 0.07): The game combines strategic and chaotic elements, creating a fun and dynamic gameplay experience that players enjoy.
- Updated with new features (weight 0.07): The game has been updated to the modern era with new features, adding fresh content and improvements that enhance the overall experience.

Common complaints:
- Controls are confusing and unintuitive (weight 0.3): Many players find the controls difficult to get used to, unnecessarily complicated, and confusing. The control scheme is often described as weird, clunky, and unintuitive, leading to a poor user experience.
- Lobby browser issues (weight 0.17): The lobby browser is often unusable due to constant scrolling and other bugs. Players find it difficult to join games and navigate the server list, which keeps scrolling back to the top.
- AI and vehicle problems (weight 0.16): The AI in the game is often irritating and unpredictable, with issues related to accuracy and decision-making. Vehicles are also a common complaint, as they are seen as overpowered and unbalanced.
- Game crashes and technical issues (weight 0.16): The game frequently crashes, freezes, and has various game-breaking bugs. Some players report that the game does not start or is softlocked, causing significant disruption to gameplay.
- Performance issues on Mac (weight 0.14): The game has significant performance issues on Mac, including resolution problems and crashes. Some players report that the game is literally unplayable on Mac devices.
- Multiplayer and online issues (weight 0.14): The multiplayer experience is plagued with issues, including toxic players, poor online experience, and problems with joining lobbies. The multiplayer lobby browser is also reported as broken.
- Repetitive and boring gameplay (weight 0.1): Players find the game repetitive and boring, especially when played alone. The game could benefit from more content to keep players engaged.
- Buggy gameplay experience (weight 0.09): Players encounter numerous bugs and glitches throughout the game. These issues range from minor inconveniences to more significant problems that affect gameplay.
- Poor UI design (weight 0.09): The user interface is described as generic-looking, unpolished, and poorly designed. This affects the overall user experience and makes navigation more difficult.
- Lack of originality and innovation (weight 0.08): The game is criticized for its lack of originality and innovation. Players feel that it does not bring anything new to the table and lacks appeal and aesthetics.
- Aiming and weapon problems (weight 0.08): The aiming system is criticized as horrible and the mechanics are terrible. Some weapons are also reported as broken, contributing to a frustrating gameplay experience.
- Key binding and customization issues (weight 0.08): The game has complex key settings and limited customization options, which can be frustrating for players who want to personalize their controls and characters.
- Network and connectivity issues (weight 0.05): There are various network bugs and issues that affect the game's connectivity and online play, leading to a poor multiplayer experience.
- Missile targeting issues (weight 0.05): There are problems with missile targeting and bombing accuracy, making certain aspects of the game difficult and frustrating.
- Long waiting times (weight 0.05): Players experience long waiting times for operations and other in-game activities, which can be frustrating and disrupt the flow of the game.
- Cheaters in multiplayer (weight 0.05): Many players report encountering cheaters in multiplayer mode, which negatively impacts the overall gaming experience.
- Physics behave strangely (weight 0.04): The physics in the game are inconsistent and unpredictable, leading to a less immersive and sometimes frustrating experience.

Gameplay feedback:
- Diverse multiplayer options (weight 0.3): The game offers a variety of multiplayer modes, including team-based, cooperative, and competitive gameplay. Players can enjoy both online multiplayer with friends or random people and local multiplayer on the same screen.
- Extensive weapon variety (weight 0.19): The game features a large arsenal of weapons, including both classic and new options. This variety allows for specific weapon usage and strategic gameplay.
- Turn-based strategy mechanics (weight 0.14): The game incorporates turn-based strategy elements, similar to classic turn-based artillery games. This mechanic requires players to think strategically and plan their moves carefully.
- Vehicle and building mechanics (weight 0.1): The game includes mechanics for vehicles and buildings, adding depth to the gameplay and strategic elements.
- Customization options (weight 0.09): Players can customize various aspects of the game, including characters and game modes. This adds a layer of personalization and replayability.
- Progression and crafting systems (weight 0.09): The game includes a progression system and a crafting system for weapons. These systems add depth and allow players to unlock and create new items as they progress.
- Campaign and challenges (weight 0.09): The game offers a campaign mode with 30 levels and additional challenges with 10 levels. This provides a substantial amount of content for single-player mode.
- Detailed control scheme (weight 0.08): The game features a detailed control scheme, allowing for precise gameplay. This includes modernized menus and controls for an updated gaming experience.
- New mechanics diversify gameplay (weight 0.08): The game introduces new mechanics and attractions that successfully diversify the gameplay, keeping it fresh and engaging.
- Tactical and strategic gameplay (weight 0.05): The game involves tactical elements such as hiding, waiting for the right moment to strike, and strategic interactions. This adds a layer of depth and complexity to the gameplay.
- 2D physics and art style (weight 0.05): The game features 2D physics and an art style reminiscent of classic Worms games, providing a familiar yet modernized experience.
- Large and beautiful maps (weight 0.05): The game includes larger map sizes, offering more space for strategic gameplay and exploration.
- Lobby browser issues (weight 0.04): Some players have reported issues with the lobby browser, which can affect the multiplayer experience.

Performance notes:
- Resolution and scaling problems (weight 0.19): Many players experience resolution and scaling issues, especially on macOS. This includes problems with resolution detection, DPI scaling, and display settings conflicts.
- Performance and optimization problems (weight 0.19): The game has performance issues, including high GPU and RAM usage, lag, and poor optimization, particularly on macOS and Linux.
- Compatibility issues across platforms (weight 0.18): Multiple users report compatibility issues, particularly with Linux and macOS. These issues range from resolution problems to the game not launching at all.
- Frequent game crashes (weight 0.15): The game crashes frequently for many users, with reports of it not starting at all or crashing during gameplay. This issue is prevalent across different operating systems.
- Control and input issues (weight 0.14): Players report various control issues, including problems with keyboard and mouse input, controller settings, and delayed or non-functional keybinds.
- Graphical issues and glitches (weight 0.09): Users report various graphical issues, including blurry graphics, graphical glitches, and problems with cursor sensitivity and detection.
- Black screen and display issues (weight 0.09): Several users encounter black screen issues, particularly on macOS, and other display-related problems.
- Steam Deck and specific hardware issues (weight 0.07): There are specific issues reported with the Steam Deck, including low FPS and performance problems despite powerful hardware.
- Audio and sound issues (weight 0.05): There are technical issues with sound, particularly when using headphones, and general audio output problems.
- Positive performance feedback (weight 0.05): Some users report that the game runs great and is well-optimized for PC.
- Netcode problems in ranked matches (weight 0.03): Players report problematic netcode in ranked matches, affecting the overall gaming experience.
- Save and server issues (weight 0.03): Saves are stored on the developers' servers, which has caused concerns and issues for some players.

Recommendations:
- Recommended purchase, especially on sale (weight 0.21): Many players recommend buying the game, particularly when it is available at a discounted price. This suggests that the game offers good value for money, especially during sales.
- Best enjoyed with friends (weight 0.11): Several reviews mention that the game is better suited for playing with friends, indicating that the multiplayer aspect is a significant part of the experience.
- Great for both new and veteran players (weight 0.09): The game is suggested as a good fit for both long-time fans of the series and newcomers. This indicates that the game has features and gameplay that can appeal to a wide range of players.
- Closest to classic Worms Armageddon (weight 0.07): The game is considered the best and closest to the classic Worms Armageddon, making it a favorite among fans of the original series.
- Polished and entertaining (weight 0.05): The game is described as a polished and entertaining experience, indicating high-quality gameplay and enjoyment.
- Nostalgic yet fresh experience (weight 0.05): Players feel that the game offers a nostalgic experience while also bringing fresh elements to the series, appealing to both old and new fans.
- Mix of strategy and humor (weight 0.03): The game is noted for its blend of strategic gameplay and humorous elements, making it entertaining and engaging.
- Play with updated versions (weight 0.03): Players recommend using the most updated versions of the game for the best experience. This implies that updates have significantly improved the gameplay.
- Worth buying in the Worms Collection (weight 0.03): Some players recommend buying the game as part of the Worms Collection, suggesting it offers good value in that context.
- Avoid crafting if possible (weight 0.02): Some players suggest avoiding crafting within the game, which might indicate that this feature is either not well-implemented or not enjoyable.

Other player notes:
- Anticipation for Silksong DLC (weight 0.03): Many players expressed excitement and anticipation for the upcoming Silksong DLC.
- Improved relationship with father (weight 0.03): Players appreciated the enhanced narrative around the protagonist's relationship with their father.

Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.31): Players experience frustration primarily due to technical issues, including poor controls, compatibility problems on various platforms, and frequent crashes. Additionally, multiplayer issues such as desync, cheaters, and broken lobby browsers contribute significantly to this frustration.
- Nostalgia (weight 0.12): Nostalgia is evoked by the game's resemblance to classic versions like Worms: Armageddon, bringing back childhood memories and experiences of playing with friends and family. The game's longevity and its ability to remind players of earlier games in the series also contribute to this feeling.
- Excitement (weight 0.11): Excitement stems from the game's high level of polish, variety of weapons, and tactical gameplay. New features, improvements, and the fun unpredictability of playing with friends also generate excitement among players.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.1): Enjoyment is derived from playing with friends, the game's customizable matches, and the variety of maps and weapons. The humorous and chaotic gameplay, along with the crafting system and campaign mode, also enhance the enjoyment.
- Joy (weight 0.09): Joy comes from playing with friends and family, enjoying the game's new features, and the humorous gameplay. The game's ability to bring people together and create fun, shared experiences is a significant source of joy.
- Disappointment (weight 0.08): Disappointment arises from poor gameplay experiences, technical issues, and the lack of originality. Players also feel disappointed due to compatibility issues, lack of certain features, and the game not meeting expectations of being a fun party game.
- Amusement (weight 0.05): Amusement is generated by the game's humorous and chaotic nature, unique gameplay scenarios, and funny incidents. Watching unexpected events unfold, such as missiles arcing into one's own worms, adds to the amusement.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.05): Satisfaction is derived from the game's variety of weapons, positive multiplayer experiences, and new mechanics. Players also feel satisfied with the game's graphics, customization options, and overall value for money.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.01): Enthusiasm is driven by the game's innovative solutions, suitability for all age groups, and positive mentions of various gameplay elements and graphics.
- Anger (weight 0.01): Anger is caused by poor controls and the game being broken on specific platforms like MacOS Tahoe. The use of capital letters and exclamation marks in reviews also indicates heightened frustration.
- Frustrated (weight 0.01): Frustration is caused by issues with tutorials, resolution problems, and poor controls. Additionally, the inability to play online games contributes to this frustration.
- Happiness (weight 0.01): Happiness comes from the game being fun and enjoyable, especially when playing and winning against friends.
- Confusion (weight 0.01): Confusion arises from difficulty understanding game instructions and questioning certain game implementations like global chat.
- Boredom (weight 0): Boredom is experienced when playing the game alone, without the social interaction that makes it more enjoyable.
- Hopefulness (weight 0): Hopefulness is expressed through the potential for advanced settings and improvements in the map editor, indicating a desire for future enhancements.
- Anticipation (weight 0): Anticipation is felt while waiting for upcoming DLC, showing eagerness for new content.
- Humor (weight 0): Humor is found in the game experience and cultural references, making the gameplay enjoyable and funny.
- Suspicion (weight 0): Suspicion arises from concerns about the game potentially being a scam, indicating a lack of trust.
- Hope (weight 0): Hope is expressed through the desire for developers to fix existing issues, showing optimism for future improvements.
- Appreciation (weight 0): Appreciation is shown for the game's graphics, highlighting a positive aspect that players value.}