Worms 4 is a game that finally brings the Worms series to 3D in all its glory.
Gameplay: There are tons of things to do in Worms. You can play through a story campaign which features some pretty funny missions, although most of the objectives are pretty straightforward, you can play the tutorial which is actually just as entertaining as the story missions.
You can also engage in multiplayer, which is where the true fun begins.
Whether playing as a bunch of friends grouped around the computer screen, playing against AI opponents, or playing online, it is all in the multiplayer that Worms 4 really shines.
You control your worms, taking turns moving in a fully 3D environment, using utilities to access hard to reach areas, and then pulling out weapons to deal out some major destruction.
The broad range of weapons is another great selling point for Worms 4. Not only do you have a massive amount right at the start, but there are literally dozens of unlockable weapons. Not to mention the fact that you can even create your own custom weapons.
The game brings several new weapons to the series, while still featuring almost all of the old classics.
Once you have been playing a mission for a certain amount of time, sudden death occurs, which usually involves rising water. While this doesn't seem like too much of a problem, if you're a worm, this is a huge problem, as you cannot swim and instantly drown upon getting submerged in water.
This can lead to some interesting tactics as you try to shove other worms into the water for fast, easy kills. The weapons all seem to lend themselves to this style of gameplay as well, certain ones (like the baseball bat) certainly are made with just the thought of knocking other worms into the water in mind.
Graphics: Worms 4 is not the best looking game out there. The 3D graphics aren't really that bad, but they aren't great. The stylistic feel to them gives some bonus points too, and the graphics do lend themselves very well to the game.
Sound: The sound is average at best. The music is easily forgettable, and the worms voices get annoying after a while. On the plus side though, the weapons sound effects are suitably hilarious.
Value: The sheer amount of things to do in the game really make it worthwhile, especially at the bargain bin price of only 20$ brand new. I highly recommend it.
Tilt: For any worms fan, this is like a dream come true. From the classic weapons to the great controls, it is what a transition into 3D should be for Worms.