Worms Jaguar box art

Atari Jaguar · Strategy

Worms

SystemAtari Jaguar
Released1998 (originally 1995)
GenreStrategy
DeveloperTeam 17
PublisherTelegames
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesWorms
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 7

Developed by Team 17 and published by Telegames, Worms arrived on the Atari Jaguar in 1998 as a strategy game. This Jaguar release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1995.

It landed about 5 years into the Jaguar's life.

It is part of the Worms series. The series also appears on other systems with Worms (SNES) and Worms (Genesis).

Worms supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead

What playing Worms is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

Worms gameplay screenshot on Jaguar
In-game screenshot (Jaguar)

Worms walkthroughs & guides

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Playing Jaguar games today

Original Jaguar games are scarce and expensive, and the controller's phone-style keypad takes getting used to. Several titles have resurfaced in modern compilations and re-releases.

Worms FAQ

When did Worms come out on the Jaguar?

Worms was released for the Atari Jaguar in 1998; the original game dates back to 1995.

Who made Worms?

It was developed by Team 17 and published by Telegames.

Is Worms multiplayer?

Yes. Worms supports up to 2 players.

How long does Worms take to play?

As a strategy game, Worms typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Worms on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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