Retro Replay Review

Gameplay

With “Oh Yes… More Worms!” you dive into the classic artillery strategy of Worms on an almost overwhelming scale. Boasting close to 1,000 custom levels, the pack offers everything from short, puzzle-style encounters to sprawling deathmatches that can keep even veteran Worms players busy for weeks. Each stage feels like a fresh challenge, whether you’re calculating the perfect grenade arc or frantically retreating from a stray bazooka blast. The sheer volume of content ensures that repetition rarely sets in, and the difficulty curve is impressively varied—some levels demand surgical precision, while others reward more casual, chaotic play.

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Controls and physics remain true to the original Worms experience: your trusty bazooka, grenades, and holy hand grenades behave exactly as you remember them from the Amiga version. Even if you’re new to the franchise, the intuitive point-and-shoot mechanics are easy to pick up. And for long-time fans, familiar tools like the ninja rope and sheep deliver those trademark “Worms moments” where creativity and mayhem collide. The pack’s design encourages experimentation, and many levels are cleverly constructed to force you into thinking outside the box.

Perhaps the most exciting addition is the bonus material geared toward aspiring level designers. A user-friendly editor and a collection of tilesets and sound snippets make it easier than ever to craft your own challenges. This inclusion not only extends replayability but also fosters a small community of creators who can share their creations with friends. In essence, “Oh Yes… More Worms!” delivers both an avalanche of ready-made levels and the tools to build your own, guaranteeing endless strategic fun.

Graphics

Visually, “Oh Yes… More Worms!” stays faithful to the cartoony, colorful style of the original Worms. Terrain textures, weapon icons, and worm sprites are instantly recognizable, ensuring that the new levels feel like a seamless extension of the base game. While there’s no radical overhaul in terms of high-definition assets, the consistency across so many levels speaks volumes—each designer has stuck to the franchise’s charming aesthetic, and the result never feels jarring.

Some level creators have taken the opportunity to experiment with creative backgrounds and cleverly arranged tile patterns, giving you occasional surprises such as floating islands or labyrinthine cave systems. Although these visuals rely on the existing asset library, imaginative color palettes and well-placed scenery objects breathe new life into familiar environments. In multiplayer sessions, these subtle touches can make a stack of levels feel surprisingly fresh.

Where the pack truly shines is in its user-generated theming. By including themed tilesets and customizable floor textures in the bonus materials, the editors have demonstrated what’s possible within the Worms engine. Whether you’re exploring a neon-lit fortress or a dilapidated factory, the graphical variety keeps exploration engaging. The absence of major visual glitches or inconsistencies across such a large collection is a testament to careful curation and community commitment.

Story

As with most Worms titles, “Oh Yes… More Worms!” doesn’t aim to deliver a sweeping narrative or character arcs. Instead, the “story” unfolds through the progression of levels—each stage presents its own mini-scenario, from hostage rescues to last-worm-standing battles. This modular approach suits Worms perfectly, letting you set your own pace and skip levels that don’t appeal.

Behind the scenes, there’s an amusing nod to classic gaming heritage: the pack’s title references the old Lemmings data disk “Oh No… More Lemmings,” and the creators proudly acknowledge they’re not officially connected to Team17. This playful wink at gaming nostalgia adds a bit of charm, reminding you that community-driven projects like this one are often love letters to past hits.

While you won’t find cutscenes or dialogue trees, the narrative emerges organically as you advance. Levels are bunched into thematic groups—some emphasizing puzzle-solving, others offering pure destruction—creating a loose “campaign” feel. The absence of a detailed story isn’t a drawback here; instead, it lets the gameplay shine and places the focus squarely on strategic creativity.

Overall Experience

“Oh Yes… More Worms!” is a treasure trove for anyone who can’t get enough of explosive worm warfare. The staggering quantity of levels, combined with stable performance and the familiar Worms physics, makes for exceptional value. Whether you’re a solo player looking to sharpen your skills or hosting epic local multiplayer brawls, you’ll find hours upon hours of content ready to explore.

The inclusion of level-creation tools is a highlight that elevates the pack beyond a simple expansion. By giving players the means to design and share their own content, this CD transforms into a living platform for continuous enjoyment. In a landscape where official expansions can be scarce or costly, “Oh Yes… More Worms!” offers community-driven creativity at its finest.

In conclusion, while this release is unofficial and carries no direct affiliation with Team17, it captures the spirit of the original Worms beautifully. It’s a must-have for fans seeking fresh challenges and aspiring level designers eager to contribute their own levels. The only real downside is that you may never run out of new maps to play—so prepare for many late-night Worms marathons!

Retro Replay Score

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