Sega Dreamcast · Strategy
Worms Armageddon
Certified classic
| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | Team17 |
| Publisher | Atari |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Worms |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 20 |
Worms Armageddon is a strategy game released in 1999 for the Sega Dreamcast, developed by Team17 and published by Atari.
It belongs to the Dreamcast's earliest wave of games. Other notable Dreamcast releases from 1999 include Mortal Kombat Gold, Space Channel 5 and NBA 2K. Among the 9 Dreamcast strategy games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Worms series; on the Dreamcast you can also try Worms World Party. The series also appears on other systems with Worms (SNES) and Worms (Genesis). Team17 also made Stunt GP for the Dreamcast.
Worms Armageddon 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
- you want to experience one of the Dreamcast's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Worms Armageddon 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 Armageddon walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Dreamcast games today
Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.
Worms Armageddon FAQ
When did Worms Armageddon come out on the Dreamcast?
Worms Armageddon was released for the Sega Dreamcast in 1999.
Who made Worms Armageddon?
It was developed by Team17 and published by Atari.
Is Worms Armageddon multiplayer?
Yes. Worms Armageddon supports up to 2 players.
How long does Worms Armageddon take to play?
As a strategy game, Worms Armageddon typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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