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Worms Armageddon
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 (originally 1999) |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | Infogrames |
| Publisher | Infogrames |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Worms |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Released for the Game Boy Color in 1999, Worms Armageddon is a strategy game developed by Infogrames. This GBC release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1999.
It came out in the GBC's second year on the market. Other notable GBC releases from 1999 include Pokémon Pinball, Conker's Pocket Tales and Bugs Bunny & Lola Bunny: Operation Carrot Patch. Among the 26 GBC strategy games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
It is part of the Worms series. The series also appears on other systems with Worms (SNES) and Worms (Genesis). Infogrames also made Looney Tunes Collector: Alert!, Bugs Bunny & Lola Bunny: Operation Carrot Patch and Lucky Luke: Desperado Train for the GBC.
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
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 cheats & codes
8 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Infinite Health Worm 1 P1 | 016429D0 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Health Worm 2 P1 | 016485D0 |
| Infinite Health Worm 3 P1 | 0164E1D0 |
| Infinite Health Worm 4 P1 | 01643DD1 |
Worms Armageddon walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Worms Armageddon.
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Playing GBC games today
GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.
Worms Armageddon FAQ
When did Worms Armageddon come out on the GBC?
Worms Armageddon was released for the Game Boy Color in 1999; the original game dates back to 1999.
Who made Worms Armageddon?
It was developed by Infogrames.
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.
Read more about Worms Armageddon 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.