Worms 3D vs Worms Forts: Under Siege
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Worms 3D brings the classic turn‑based artillery series into a fully three‑dimensional battlefield, letting players launch weapons, dig, and outwit opponents from any angle. The game mixes strategic planning with slap‑stick humor, offering both solo campaigns and robust multiplayer modes. The title supports single‑player, co‑operative, and competitive multiplayer across PC, Mac, and PlayStation 2, delivering endless replayability with a wide arsenal of cartoonish weapons and customizable teams.
Worms Forts: Under Siege is a turn‑based strategy game where teams of worms battle to demolish enemy strongholds. Built by Team17, the game blends tactical planning with the series' signature humor and cartoonish weapons. Available on PC and PlayStation 2, it supports both single‑player campaigns and split‑screen multiplayer, offering a quirky take on historical siege combat for players of all ages.
- Rich 3‑D battlefield adds tactical depth
- Huge variety of humorous weapons
- Strong multiplayer options including co‑op
- Customizable teams and maps
- Deep fortress‑building mechanics
- Wide variety of whimsical weapons
- Local split‑screen multiplayer
- Humorous and family‑friendly presentation
- Graphics are dated by modern standards
- Occasional AI imbalance in higher difficulties
- Limited online matchmaking infrastructure
- Outdated graphics by modern standards
- Limited online multiplayer support
- Low critic score reflecting mixed reception
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The Verdict
AI-generated from listing dataWorms 3D offers broader multiplayer modes, more weapons and cross‑platform play at a higher price, while Worms Forts: Under Siege is cheaper but focuses on fortress‑building with limited online features and lower critical reception.
Key differences
- •Multiplayer scope: Worms 3D supports up to 4 players online/local and co‑op; Worms Forts only offers local split‑screen for 2.
- •Gameplay focus: Worms 3D is pure turn‑based artillery on 3D maps; Worms Forts adds fort construction and siege mechanics.
- •Critical reception: Worms 3D scored 80/100, Worms Forts scored 40/100.
- •Price: Worms 3D costs $29.99; Worms Forts costs $19.99.
- •Platform support: Worms 3D lists PC, Mac, PS2; Worms Forts lists PC and PS2 only.
Gameplay & fun factor
Worms 3D provides a larger weapon pool (40+) and free‑camera 3D tactics versus Forts' added building layer.
Platform availability
Worms 3D runs on PC, Mac and PS2; Worms Forts only on PC and PS2.
Price & value
Worms Forts is $10 cheaper ($19.99 vs $29.99) for a complete game.
Multiplayer / co‑op
Worms 3D supports up to 4 players online/local and co‑op; Forts limited to 2‑player split‑screen.
Content & replayability
Worms 3D includes extensive single‑player AI campaigns, customizable teams, and map variety; Forts offers a single scripted campaign.
Difficulty & accessibility
Both are turn‑based, rated ESRB T/PEGI 3, and note occasional AI imbalance for Worms 3D.
Graphics & performance
Both described as having outdated graphics by modern standards.
Choose Worms 3D if…
Players wanting robust online multiplayer, many weapons, and cross‑platform play.
Choose Worms Forts: Under Siege if…
Buyers on a tighter budget who like fortress‑building and local couch co‑op.
Common questions
Which game is cheaper?
Worms Forts: Under Siege costs $19.99, while Worms 3D costs $29.99.
Can I play online with friends?
Worms 3D supports online multiplayer for up to 4 players; Worms Forts only offers local split‑screen.
Which title received better reviews?
Worms 3D has a critic score of 80/100, whereas Worms Forts scored 40/100.