March 22^nd, 2006 (3:35pm) - THQ today announced that Worms: Open Warfare has shipped for the PSP and Nintendo DS. Featuring a return to the classic Worms gameplay, Worms: Open Warfare has been updated, improved and features explosive new multiplayer wireless modes designed specifically for handheld platforms. Worms: Open Warfare is rated "E10+" and will be available at retail outlets throughout North America for the suggested retail price of $39.99 on the PSP system and $29.99 on Nintendo DS.

"Team 17 has delivered a game that returns to the much-loved 2D Worms gameplay while retaining all of the same humor and the outrageous arsenal of weapons the franchise is best known for," said Mickey Torode, senior global brand manager, THQ. "Continuing the franchise that has seen global sales success for the past decade, Worms: Open Warfare for the PSP system and Nintendo DS offers all-new single and multiplayer features providing handheld gamers with the ultimate in pick-up-and-play gaming mayhem!"