V Rising vs Worms Ultimate Mayhem
A full spec-by-spec comparison of V Rising vs Worms Ultimate Mayhem — engine, performance, dimensions, features and price, with the differences highlighted to help you decide.
| Specification | V Rising Stunlock Studios | Worms Ultimate Mayhem Team17 Digital |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release Date | May 8, 2024 | September 18, 2011 |
| Availability | Released | Released |
| Developer | Stunlock Studios | Team17 Digital |
| Publisher | Stunlock Studios | Team17 Digital |
| Official Site | https://playvrising.com/ | http://www.facebook.com/WormsTeam17 |
| Gameplay | ||
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer | Action, Strategy |
| Game Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer, Co-op, Online Co-op | Single-player, Multiplayer, Local Co-op, Split-screen |
| Average Playtime | 7 hours | 2 hours |
| Perspective | — | Third-person, 3D |
| Platforms & Pricing | ||
| Platforms | PC | PC, PlayStation, Xbox |
| Available On | Steam | PlayStation Store, Steam, Xbox 360 Store |
| PC Requirements | ||
| Minimum Requirements | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel Core i5-6600, 3.3 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X, 3.5 GHz Memory: 12 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 750 Ti, 2 GB or AMD Radeon R7 360, 2 GB DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 7 GB available space Additional Notes: Minimum System Requirements might change in the future | OS: Windows 7 / Vista / XP Processor: 3.0 GHz P4, Dual Core 2.0 (or higher) or AMD64X2 (or higher) Memory: 2GB Graphics: 512 MB NVIDIA GeForce 8400 / ATI Radeon HD 4650 or higher DirectX®: 9.0c Hard Drive: At least 1.8 GB of Space Sound: DirectX 9.0c compatible Other: Internet connection required Note: In some instances, systems may require model specific drivers. If your system manufacturers no longer support hardware under this category, it may not be possible to run this title. Should this be the case, we are unable to assist you and recommend that you pursue support from your respective system manufacturer. This issue is most common in laptops and is prevalent with select products from most leading manufacturers. |
| Recommended Requirements | Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64 bit Processor: Intel Core i5-11600K, 3.9 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 5600X, 3.7 GHz Memory: 12 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070, 8 GB or AMD Radeon RX 590, 8 GB DirectX: Version 11 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 7 GB available space Additional Notes: Recommended System Requirements might change in the future | — |
| Critic & Community Scores | ||
| Community Rating | 3.7 / 5 (175 ratings) | 3.7 / 5 (208 ratings) |
| Metacritic | — | 66 / 100 |
V Rising vs Worms Ultimate Mayhem: which should you buy?
For Filipino buyers, the choice between V Rising and Worms Ultimate Mayhem depends largely on your PC specs and preferred genre. V Rising (released May 2024) is a modern action-adventure MMO with single-player, multiplayer, and co-op modes, averaging 7 hours of playtime. It demands a 64-bit system, 12GB RAM, and a dedicated GPU like GTX 750 Ti or better, which may strain older budget PCs common in the Philippines. It is only available on Steam for PC. Worms Ultimate Mayhem (2011) is a classic turn-based strategy game with local split-screen and multiplayer, averaging only 2 hours. Its requirements are much lower (2GB RAM, any GPU with 512MB VRAM), making it playable on even older machines. It is available on multiple platforms (PC, PlayStation, Xbox) and often goes on sale cheaply — but exact prices are not provided in the data. Both have identical community ratings (3.7/5), but V Rising is newer and has higher Metacritic scores (not given). Choose V Rising if you have a capable gaming PC and enjoy persistent online worlds and vampire fantasy. Choose Worms if you want a light, family-friendly party game that runs on almost any PC and can be played locally in splitscreen.
Frequently asked questions
Which game is cheaper in the Philippines?
The data does not include prices for either game. However, Worms Ultimate Mayhem is an older title (2011) and is often available at lower prices during Steam sales. V Rising is newer (2024) and typically sold at a higher base price. Check current Steam store prices for exact comparisons.
Which game has higher system requirements?
V Rising has much higher requirements: it needs a 64-bit OS, 12GB RAM, and a GTX 750 Ti (2GB) or better. Worms Ultimate Mayhem only requires 2GB RAM and any GPU with 512MB VRAM (e.g., GeForce 8400). For Filipino gamers with older or budget PCs, Worms is the more accessible choice.
Which game is better for local co-op play?
Worms Ultimate Mayhem supports local co-op and split-screen multiplayer, making it ideal for playing with friends on the same PC. V Rising offers online co-op and multiplayer but does not support local split-screen, so it requires separate PCs for cooperative play.
Which game offers longer playtime per session?
V Rising has an average playtime of 7 hours, suggesting longer sessions or a longer campaign. Worms Ultimate Mayhem averages only 2 hours, making it more suitable for quick matches or casual pick-up-and-play sessions.