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Metacritic 7910+

Worms W.M.D

Team17 Digital|2016ActionStrategy

LumiScore

59

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 10+ with parental supervision

90 min/day recommended

Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago

Score breakdown

Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.

Growth

47/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Critical Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to focus on the strategic elements of the game, discussing different tactics and problem-solving approaches. Consider playing together in local multiplayer to foster positive social interaction and manage competitive dynamics. Be mindful of screen time, especially during online play.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Adaptive Challenge5/5
Spatial Awareness3/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
72
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
13
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
35
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)47/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
0/3
Ethnic diversity
0/3

Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.N/A — no named characters

Characters are worms, not applicable.

Parent Pro-Tip

This approach can help develop your child's critical thinking and strategic planning skills, while also providing opportunities for family bonding and ensuring a balanced and healthy gaming experience.

What your child develops

Worms W.M.D offers a rich tactical experience, fostering strategic thinking, problem-solving, and critical analysis through its challenging campaign and competitive multiplayer. The crafting system encourages creative use of resources, while the turn-based gameplay allows for thoughtful decision-making.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~3hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Just UpdatedThe Liberation update unleashes a brand new war-torn theme as a canvas for your latest skirmishes. The land has been ravaged by battle and a complex series of tunnels have been crafted to allow Worms to traverse the map.