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Team17’s breakout hit *Worms* arrived on the Super Nintendo in late 1995, proving that the aging 16-bit hardware could still handle complex, physics-based mayhem. The premise is brilliantly simple: teams of annelids engage in turn-based combat across randomly generated landscapes using an absurd arsenal ranging from standard bazookas to exploding sheep. While the SNES lacked the raw processing power of the Amiga or the emerging 32-bit consoles, this port successfully captures the strategic depth and chaotic humor that defined the franchise. Destructible environments are the star here, as every missed shot reshapes the battlefield and forces players to rethink their movement and trajectory in real-time.

Visually, the SNES version is a charming adaptation that leans heavily into the game’s cartoon aesthetic. The sprites are tiny but expressive, and the quintessential high-pitched voice acting remains surprisingly clear despite the hardware’s storage limitations. Navigating the inventory and aiming under a strict time limit can feel slightly more cumbersome on a d-pad compared to a mouse, but the developers optimized the interface to ensure the pacing rarely drags. It is a masterclass in porting, prioritizing the "just one more round" multiplayer addiction over graphical bells and whistles, making it one of the most playable strategy titles on the system’s entire library.

Arriving during the twilight years of the console, *Worms* shared shelf space with other late-generation curiosities that highlighted the fragmented nature of global software distribution. This version remains a standout title from the era, offering a level of replayability that few other games can match. It stands as a testament to the fact that great game design is platform-agnostic, providing endless entertainment for those who prefer their tactical warfare with a side of slapstick comedy.

DID YOU KNOW?

The SNES version of *Worms* was published by Ocean Software and is considered one of the final major Western releases for the system, featuring a unique soundtrack that differs significantly from the CD-based versions found on the PlayStation and Saturn.

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JOYPAD'S VERDICT

This is a surprisingly robust port that maintains the strategic brilliance and hilarity of the original PC and Amiga releases. It stands as the definitive multiplayer strategy experience on the SNES, despite some minor slowdown during heavy explosions.

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Access Secret Weapons

While Worms on SNES does not have a traditional "button combo" cheat menu like the Genesis version, you can access the Super Sheep and Banana Bombs by navigating to the Weapon Options menu and setting the "Weapon Stock" to Infinite or Maximum. In most standard games, these are hidden until the late-game crates drop.

Rank Password System

Enter these button combinations at the "Password" prompt to start at higher leagues and difficulty levels:

Level 20: B, Select, Y, B
Level 40: B, X, Y, X
Level 60: Y, B, X, Select
Level 80: Select, Y, B, B
Level 100: X, X, Y, B

Total Terrain Destruction

To completely clear a map for a "Sudden Death" style challenge, set the Airstrike to infinite. Constant usage will eventually erode the entire landmass, forcing a water-based finish.

Infinite Worm Health

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Worms will not take damage from weapon fire, though they can still die from falling into the water (Drowning).

Infinite Turn Time

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The turn timer will stay frozen, allowing you infinite time to plan and execute your move.

Infinite Retreat Time

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After firing a weapon, the retreat timer will not count down, allowing you to walk across the entire map before the turn ends.

Maximum Weapon Power

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All weapons (including standard Bazookas) behave as if they have maximum explosive yields.

High Jump

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Worms can jump significantly higher than normal, allowing you to bypass tall terrain without using a blowtorch or girder.

Infinite Utility Glitch

When using the Ninja Rope or Bungee, if you activate the item and then press Start to pause the game at the exact frame of impact, the physics engine may "lock" the rope length. This allows for unconventional movement across the map that bypasses standard physics limits.

Custom Team Strategy

To increase replayability, name your worms after specific elements. While purely cosmetic, the game tracks statistics per team name. By creating a team named TEAM1, the SNES internal RAM often prioritizes their turn-order RNG during "Random" placements.

Terrain Seed Secrets

The terrain is generated based on a seed. If you find a map you like, you can "replay" it by noting the environment type (Forest, Mars, Hell, etc.) and the placement of objects. Unlike modern versions, the SNES version has a limited pool of 256 internal map layouts per theme.

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