Worm Up!

2Tomatoes Games, 999 Games, ABACUSSPIELE · Board game · 1994

3–5 · best 5 15–20 min Weight 1.1/5

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5.9 rating BGG

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Our Verdict

FOR GENRE FANS

If you're looking for a fast, silly, and laugh-out-loud game to play with family or friends, Worm Up! is a great choice. The mechanic of secretly choosing actions and hoping no one else has the same idea is the highlight!

Highlights

Hilarious chaotic race
Simple and quick rules
Lots of interaction and laughs

Keep in mind

Luck can dominate
Can get repetitive
Little strategic depth

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a hilarious and somewhat wacky race in Worm Up! Here, each player controls a worm made of colorful discs, and the goal is to get ahead. Each round, everyone secretly chooses on their dice how many discs they want to advance. The catch is that when everyone reveals their move, those who chose the same number as someone else are out of luck and lose their turn! Only the lucky ones who chose a unique number get to move their worms. This movement involves taking discs from the tail and adding them to the head, which can make the worm curve and even try to block rivals' paths. It's a fast-paced game, full of laughs and that enjoyable tension of not knowing what others will do. Perfect for gathering family or friends for a light and fun game, where luck and a touch of strategy mix to see who will be the worm master!

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Best player count

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3–5 players

3 REC

4 BEST

5 BEST

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Game details

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Publisher 2Tomatoes Games, 999 Games, ABACUSSPIELE, Blatz, Eagle-Gryphon Games, Gigamic, Kaissa Chess & Games, MB Jeux, MB Spiele, Milton Bradley, Venice Connection

Designer Alex Randolph

Artist David GJ, Gabriela Silveira

Frequently Asked Questions

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6 questions

How many people can play Worm Up!?

Worm Up! is for 3 to 5 players, ideal for small groups.

How long does a game take?

Games are super quick, usually between 15 and 20 minutes. Perfect for filling those little gaps!

Is the game difficult to learn?

Not at all! The rules are very simple and intuitive, you can explain them in under 2 minutes. Great for all ages.

Is it more of a luck or strategy game?

It has a nice balance! Luck comes into play when choosing the number and seeing if anyone else chose the same, but there's a pinch of strategy in trying to predict others and position yourself.

What kind of audience is Worm Up! best suited for?

It's perfect for families, children (from around 6-7 years old), and groups of friends who want something light, fun, and that generates good laughs without complications.

Are the components good quality?

The discs that form the worms are simple, but they serve their purpose well. The game focuses on quick fun and mechanics, not on luxurious components.