Erfworld followed a graphic novel format, with a new page added with each update. The webcomic's distinctive visual style countered the theme of unending violence with an artistic sensibility (described by the creators as "cute") in which characters are drawn to look like dolls, or anime characters, or toys.
Erfworld presented itself through a graphic novel format, with each new page added to the story. The webcomic's visual style served as a contrast to its violent theme by incorporating an artistic approach that was described as "cute," where characters were illustrated in a manner similar to dolls, anime, or toys.