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About Worms.IO

Have you ever stumbled into a far-too-addictive .io game and ended up losing track of time? That’s exactly how I felt the first time I dove into Worms.IO. You take on the role of a growing worm, slithering around a colorful map, gobbling up glowing orbs to bulk up and outmaneuver opponents. It feels familiar if you’ve tried other snake-style games, but Worms.IO manages to stand out with a few neat twists.

Once you’ve got the basics down—steering with simple swipe or arrow controls and watching your tail trail behind you—things get pretty hectic. You can boost for a short sprint, which is perfect for sneaking up on rivals or dodging attacks, but it also eats away at your precious mass. And if two worms collide while boosting, the one with the higher boost power wins, so timing is everything. There’s a real satisfaction in pulling off that perfect turn to outflank someone bigger than you.

What really keeps me coming back are the custom skins and little power-ups. You can choose different worm designs or unlock new ones as you climb the leaderboard, which just adds a fun visual flair. Occasionally you’ll spot a temporary speed boost or shield power-up, and grabbing those at the right moment can totally turn the tide of a match. Plus, watching your own worm coil around a defeated foe’s remains never gets old—it’s like a mini victory dance every time.

Playing Worms.IO feels like a nice mix of strategy and mayhem. You’ll find yourself teaming up with nearby worms one second and diving into wild free-for-alls the next. It’s the kind of game you can pick up for five minutes during a break but end up chasing that next high score for half an hour. If you’re into quick matches, clever maneuvers, and a dash of friendly competition, give Worms.IO a spin—you might just get hooked.