Nintendo DS · Strategy
Worms: Open Warfare 2
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2007 |
| Genre | Strategy |
| Developer | Team17 |
| Publisher | THQ |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Worms |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Worms: Open Warfare 2 is a strategy game released in 2007 for the Nintendo DS, developed by Team17 and published by THQ.
It landed about 3 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2007 include The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass, The World Ends with You and Hotel Dusk: Room 215.
It is part of the Worms series; on the DS you can also try Worms: Open Warfare. The series also appears on other systems with Worms (SNES) and Worms (Genesis).
Worms: Open Warfare 2 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've played the DS hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want quick action without planning ahead
What playing Worms: Open Warfare 2 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: Open Warfare 2 cheats & codes
13 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Max/Infinite Credits | 023D2704
3B9AC9FF |
|---|---|
| Unlock Weapon: Buffalo of Lies | 223D2734
00000001 |
| Unlock Weapon: Donkey | 223D2735
00000001 |
| Unlock Weapon: Lightning Strike | 223D2736
00000001 |
| Unlock New Victory Dances (6 and 7) | 123D272C
00000101 |
| Unlock Desert and Future War Customize Options | 123D2720
00000101 |
Worms: Open Warfare 2 walkthroughs & guides
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Worms: Open Warfare 2 FAQ
When did Worms: Open Warfare 2 come out on the DS?
Worms: Open Warfare 2 was released for the Nintendo DS in 2007.
Who made Worms: Open Warfare 2?
It was developed by Team17 and published by THQ.
Is Worms: Open Warfare 2 multiplayer?
Yes. Worms: Open Warfare 2 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Worms: Open Warfare 2 take to play?
As a strategy game, Worms: Open Warfare 2 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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