Call of Duty: Ghosts

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2.3

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 3604 Ratings

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  1. KingIceSonic
    Nov 8, 2013
    8
    From a scale 1-10 I give this game an 8. From a scale 1-10, haters give this game a 0. Don't let the hundreds of exaggerated negative reviews from people who are just extremely pessimistic mess up this game for you. This game tries to bring some welcome changes while still maintaining some bugs and glitches the series is known for but this is without a doubt a fun game.
  2. OTD2
    Nov 10, 2013
    8
    I don't know why everybody yelling about how this game sucks but I really enjoyed it. This is NOT a simulation though, and the action part is very impressive. I have 8GB memory and GTX-460 and I have played on high setting very smoothly. I know this is not a perfect game but it's not 0 neither.
  3. leafonthewind
    Nov 10, 2013
    8
    I've played both ghosts and bf4 and ghost is just SO much more up and personal. And I don't understand what people are talking about when it comes to graphics, they are different and in my opinion, improved. No issues with frame rate or glitches here. I do enjoy bf4 but cod reminds me of quake for 2k.
  4. STDVirus
    Nov 23, 2013
    8
    Bought the game with very high expectations as a fan of Call of Duty: BO2. Took about a week or two for them to work most of the bugs out of the PC versions with bad frame rates, crashes and just getting the game to boot on a lot of PC's was work. Now that it's all cleaned up and most of the bugs are gone its a great game still think BO2 plays a little better but love the kill streaks inBought the game with very high expectations as a fan of Call of Duty: BO2. Took about a week or two for them to work most of the bugs out of the PC versions with bad frame rates, crashes and just getting the game to boot on a lot of PC's was work. Now that it's all cleaned up and most of the bugs are gone its a great game still think BO2 plays a little better but love the kill streaks in Ghost. A good game and its not to be compared to Battlefield 4, they are totally different styles of games this is more arcade fast pace style where BF4 is simulator and more realistic. Over all COD Ghost is a great game and you will have loads of fun playing it takes a while to get used to the play style but once you do.....Let the games begin.… Expand
  5. Jason312
    Jun 20, 2014
    8
    I had Call of Duty: Ghosts installed about a month ago but never really got into the game. At the time I was impressed with the visuals and the overall experience of playing the game. I am going to give the game another go and this time I will persevere at the game to get further into the game.
  6. SHprotick
    Jan 5, 2014
    8
    Well, perhaps in front of us the best representative of a series of call of duty!
    Not looking for a fairly short story that can be completed in four hours at Infinity Ward to get a high-quality blockbuster each subsequent misiya not like the previous, cool graphics and plenty of modes for multiplayer. In general, the game was cool but not without faults that...
  7. SorrowSower
    May 2, 2014
    8
    Call of Duty: Ghosts has received a lot of unfairly negative reviews. Yes it's more of the same, but it's still pretty good. Especially since the engine has been upgraded. There's various gamemodes, maps, weapons and perks as always, which lends the game its replayability. As for how it compares to Battlefield: Battlefield was always a little bit overwhelming, whereas Call of Duty is aCall of Duty: Ghosts has received a lot of unfairly negative reviews. Yes it's more of the same, but it's still pretty good. Especially since the engine has been upgraded. There's various gamemodes, maps, weapons and perks as always, which lends the game its replayability. As for how it compares to Battlefield: Battlefield was always a little bit overwhelming, whereas Call of Duty is a little more friendly to the new players. Sure Battlefield has a far more advanced engine, but the very engine which is supposedly making it better is also bringing it closer to a simulator - and some of us want little more that a simple yet realistic shooter that meets certain standards - which Ghosts exactly does. It doesn't break new ground or deliver kick ass visuals, but by the standards of Call of Duty, Ghosts suffices. The question is simply whether Call of Duty is your cup of tea or not, and whether its standards are high enough for you. Or whether you're a hateful punk.… Expand
  8. Sophophobe
    May 3, 2014
    8
    Personally, I think that this game is an upgrade from Black Ops 2. I'm especially fond of the new Extinction mode, it's a welcome change from the old Zombies games. The game is, although it's "the same as the others", fun to play. Sliding around the map avoiding the other team can be pretty amusing. What's so wrong with this game for it to have such a low score?
  9. Goreaffection
    Jul 5, 2014
    8
    Forget what others say. Get CODnapped and submerge yourself in this gem of a campaign. A surprisingly long explosive singleplayer campaign will keep you happy and satisfied. So shutup and start shooting something.
  10. jelikey
    Sep 10, 2015
    8
    Overall the game is one of the best Call of Duty games so far, so I would say don't let the negative reviews put you off... I can understand why some people may be upset as there are some problems that may affect them but they should be patched soon. In the meantime there are 3rd party fixes like the fovely FOV changer which allows you to change the FOV in multiplayer. Fingers crossed theOverall the game is one of the best Call of Duty games so far, so I would say don't let the negative reviews put you off... I can understand why some people may be upset as there are some problems that may affect them but they should be patched soon. In the meantime there are 3rd party fixes like the fovely FOV changer which allows you to change the FOV in multiplayer. Fingers crossed the problems get patched soon because this is a great game that everyone should be playing.… Expand
  11. idris4551
    May 28, 2016
    8
    I dont understand why people hate this game.Maybe it's not good enough like Black Ops and Modern Warfare but its really good.Its got good scenario.Enough characters.RILEY.Space and **** missions.Grand finale...You need to play it.If you didnt.

    8/10
  12. zNeverSleeping
    Aug 3, 2020
    8
    Assim como o infinite warfare, a campanha deste é tão divertida quanto. Não acho que seu story-telling seja tão interessante, talvez porque esse modelo já seja um pouco maçante para mim, mas é inegável o talento que o estúdio tem de criar situações épicas, diversificadas e marcantes. Em diversos fui pego de surpresa.

    Os gráficos são excelentes quando nas configurações máximas. consegui    Assim como o infinite warfare, a campanha deste é tão divertida quanto. Não acho que seu story-telling seja tão interessante, talvez porque esse modelo já seja um pouco maçante para mim, mas é inegável o talento que o estúdio tem de criar situações épicas, diversificadas e marcantes. Em diversos fui pego de surpresa.

    Os gráficos são excelentes quando nas configurações máximas. consegui em torno de 150fps na maior parte do tempo com minha RTX 2060 com o PowerLimit no minimo. O Ryzen 1600 lidou muito bem como ele também, oferecendo uma experiencia fluida na maior parte da gameplay.    … Expand
  13. FRIST_008
    Sep 13, 2021
    8
    Опять интересно стрелять, даже лучше чем в black ops, Но не так бодро как в world at war. Но стрелять вы будете очень мало. Сюжет слишком отстранён. В игру стоит играть ради голливудского разрушения да и только, оно тут выведено на новый уровень.

    + очень красиво, эффектно, космос, подводный мир, футуристический поезд, и всё это место для перестрелок. Но по сюжету такая редкая дичь. -    Опять интересно стрелять, даже лучше чем в black ops, Но не так бодро как в world at war. Но стрелять вы будете очень мало. Сюжет слишком отстранён. В игру стоит играть ради голливудского разрушения да и только, оно тут выведено на новый уровень.

    + очень красиво, эффектно, космос, подводный мир, футуристический поезд, и всё это место для перестрелок. Но по сюжету такая редкая дичь.
    - стрельба на 8
    - другой геймплей 7
    - сюжет 6
    - красивый Голливуд 10
    Итого 7.75    … Expand
  14. Aleksandar736
    Aug 4, 2021
    8
    I don't know why people hate on the cod although it isn't close to being one of the best it isn't bad at all multiplayer mode isn't that good but is isn't the worse but i liked the campaign. I would love if Activision continued the ghost franchise.
    Multiplayer: 5/10
    Campaign:8/10
    Gameplay: 6.5/10
    Overall:7,5/10
  15. archverstza
    May 31, 2023
    8
    One of the better games in the franchise, it got way too much hate and its very unfair. The game to this day is still very fun and playable. The multiplayer was ahead of its time and the campaign is top 5 in the franchise. There are some issues on the PC version considering the lack of settings, however that does not ruin the experience of the game.
  16. Psy_pmP
    Nov 10, 2013
    7
    Product quality is much, much better. The script is better than a stupid black ops, human models and levels a million times better, good shaders. Directing excellent. Action scenes are excellent. In general, one can see that this is not trash, and this time, people were trying to do better.
      BUT. The mission of the destroyer was made in vain, it looks like a bud competition with    Product quality is much, much better. The script is better than a stupid black ops, human models and levels a million times better, good shaders. Directing excellent. Action scenes are excellent. In general, one can see that this is not trash, and this time, people were trying to do better.
      BUT. The mission of the destroyer was made in vain, it looks like a bud competition with battlfield. A huge number of bugs. Nothing new and self copy.    … Expand
  17. Ozimandeus
    Nov 15, 2013
    7
    Well executed single-player and a well executed multi-player. There are few games out there that offer these kinds of thrills and spills. Only reason its not a 9 is the lack of optimisation for the PC version and bugs which persist 10 days post release; that said the PC version is the best looking of all of the versions (of course). Suspect the negative reviews don't reflect reality for PCWell executed single-player and a well executed multi-player. There are few games out there that offer these kinds of thrills and spills. Only reason its not a 9 is the lack of optimisation for the PC version and bugs which persist 10 days post release; that said the PC version is the best looking of all of the versions (of course). Suspect the negative reviews don't reflect reality for PC gamers.

    Its Fun, its big.. and its worth the dosh.    … Expand
  18. songouki
    Nov 12, 2013
    7
    Fun is the main goal of any game if you can not entertain the graphics story or marketing, are worthless or someone reminds crysis 3 Ghost COD style reminiscent MW3 game is fast and agile for that which compares with B4 COD is like comparing between mario & zelda both have their good points and bad points .
    Does CoD players expect the game to Batlefield 4 and those of Batlefiled4    Fun is the main goal of any game if you can not entertain the graphics story or marketing, are worthless or someone reminds crysis 3 Ghost COD style reminiscent MW3 game is fast and agile for that which compares with B4 COD is like comparing between mario & zelda both have their good points and bad points .
    Does CoD players expect the game to Batlefield 4 and those of Batlefiled4 be like call of duty ?

    zero rate means that has no good point and it is not, personalisar changes your soldier is very good and adopt styles ke games have not achieved in previous sagas the maps are better designed to previous

    negative point that must be corrected immediately dle optimization is the best game, the resources required against the performance of the game is ridiculous

    call of duty ghost is a good game (not excellent) but funny and true for what was created    … Expand
  19. Ngamok
    Nov 20, 2013
    7
    Single Player game is a good story. Excellent play through. Weapons aren't any better than previous titles with little imagination. Multiplayer maps are very well done. Everyone has stealth for the most part. More weapon add ons and perks makes this game have more bonuses for the player than previous titles. Makes game too easy.
  20. Ottomic
    Jan 7, 2014
    7
    I just finished the campaign. Tried the multiplayer for a few hours. I can't understand all the hate.

    It's a CoD, plain and simple. It works well, it has amazing graphics, it has its own flavor of multiplayer, and the new Extinction mode is pretty awesome. Some moments in the campaign (especially towards the end of it) are really cool, and together with a bit more lively palette they    I just finished the campaign. Tried the multiplayer for a few hours. I can't understand all the hate.

    It's a CoD, plain and simple. It works well, it has amazing graphics, it has its own flavor of multiplayer, and the new Extinction mode is pretty awesome. Some moments in the campaign (especially towards the end of it) are really cool, and together with a bit more lively palette they make it more entertaining that other games like MW3.

    Even if you don't get a lot of fun out of it, it's an enjoyable romp with enjoyable graphics and tight gameplay. That's at least a 6 in my book. The more-enjoyable-than-average campaign gives it an extra point (if only for the AWESOME space sections), and the fact that I was able to get it for 30€ just two months after release make the one last point in my score. It's a meh game for 50-60€, but a damn good one for half of that.    … Expand
  21. fearmear
    Nov 25, 2013
    7
    After Update 2 all issues I had with this game were resolved and I could finally complete it. And now I actually liked it. 5 hours of non-stop action. Really good Call of Duty game. 9 of 10.

    Textures still look ugly. 8 of 10.
    6GB ram in requirements. 7 of 10.
  22. DimosZargarda
    Dec 7, 2013
    7
    I dont think I can say anything that hasnt allready been said. Like most of us, I have been playing since CoD 4, Ghosts is by far the worse CoD. BO 2 was very good, I was hoping the same for Ghosts, but it failed.

    The maps are too big, graphics suck for t he lag the cause and need requirements the need, there is no need to lvl up anymore, since everything can be unlocked with points,    I dont think I can say anything that hasnt allready been said. Like most of us, I have been playing since CoD 4, Ghosts is by far the worse CoD. BO 2 was very good, I was hoping the same for Ghosts, but it failed.

    The maps are too big, graphics suck for t he lag the cause and need requirements the need, there is no need to lvl up anymore, since everything can be unlocked with points, there is no need to l vl up weapons to unlock attachments for them anymore, since you can use points, there is nothing to do in this game, i t is simply boring.

    As for the Story Mode, which no one cares about, as MP is only what metters, it was very bad aswell. Bad story, bad mility action and you only play as one nation.    … Expand
  23. Toothpicker
    Nov 13, 2013
    7
    Unplayable mess, the game looks like sh*t and isn't optimised for PC: stuttering, low framerates, constant crashes, poor controls and all this from a company that's supposed to be at the top of their field and rakes in a billion dollars per title. I feel like I've been scammed and want a refund. This is the last one I buy.
  24. J4MESOX4D
    Nov 5, 2013
    7
    Call of Duty Ghosts is a reasonable title but we were promised a major step forward and this game doesn't really highlight that in an shape or form. It is clear that Treyarch are the lead developers in the CoD franchise and not the new-look Infinity Ward who still cannot deliver an experience that is fluid and consistent. The campaign is characterless, shallow and short and at 4 hours ofCall of Duty Ghosts is a reasonable title but we were promised a major step forward and this game doesn't really highlight that in an shape or form. It is clear that Treyarch are the lead developers in the CoD franchise and not the new-look Infinity Ward who still cannot deliver an experience that is fluid and consistent. The campaign is characterless, shallow and short and at 4 hours of completion; it is hardly worth including such a feature.

    The multiplayer is a combination of what we've seen before from both development houses but doesn't take the series any further as promised. The games doesn't run very smoothly and is blighted by annoying niggles when the action gets chaotic. The maps seem bigger but very poorly designed and often messy. This makes the spawns terrible and sometimes you can wonder around for long periods way away from the firefights and enemies and other occasions you can spawn right in front of the opposition. This is frustrating as the action becomes favourable and unblalanced which leads to scrappy matches fought on large areas in condensed spaces with players then being planted on the outskirts, desperate to find a way back into the mix.

    Theatre mode has been omitted which is a major backwards step and doesn't help identifying hackers. You either need a capture card or have to accept your highlights will be living long in your memory. The general presentation seems watered down with minimal stats and features these elements have been replaced by waves of confusing menus that mean little to casual players who just want to pick up and play. The HUD presentation and general in-game graphics look dated to the extent; parodies and fan-made material has looked more impressive.

    The modes are a redeeming aspect along with the new create a soldier function but ultimately everything is a spin on the existing format but just adds a twist. The new modes to the playlist are interesting but SnD and Hardpoint along with Demo have been removed which may upset some gamers particularly on console. Even though I personally don't opt for such gametypes; I feel the dissatisfaction amongst those who do and it highlights along with other features that have been removed.

    Extinction is something on the side IW's attempt at zombies but with Aliens;- can't see that kicking off entirely but at least they've tried something other than the dreadful Spec Ops as seen in MW3.

    Overall Ghosts is a step back but does retain the typical positives that has made the game so popular. The omissions of theatre mode and the in-depth stats in a major blow and in some instances is unforgiveable. IW, Neversoft and Raven who have churned this title out clearly don't have the desire to match Treyarch's approach to the games. The quality and general execution is not of the same professionalism and it's all set-up for possibly Black Ops 3 to get the series back on track. I think Ghosts is decent for a CoD but after BO2; it doesn't enhance the franchise as much as we expected.    … Expand
  25. 6un5ling3r
    Nov 8, 2013
    7
    As a franchise, Call of Duty's becoming utterly boring and the more installments Activision has released, the more it ruined it. When I first heard of Ghosts when it was announced, my first impression of it was 'just another modern warfare.' Fortunately, it wasn't. And this time, I believe, Activision has done sth different.

    On the other hand, this 'different' failed to impress a fair    As a franchise, Call of Duty's becoming utterly boring and the more installments Activision has released, the more it ruined it. When I first heard of Ghosts when it was announced, my first impression of it was 'just another modern warfare.' Fortunately, it wasn't. And this time, I believe, Activision has done sth different.

    On the other hand, this 'different' failed to impress a fair number of people. Just like Black Ops II, many people were not satisfied with Ghosts, despite the impressive graphics and the improvements in the gameplay mechanic. But seriously..... 1.6? That's WAYYY too underrated. I'm sure there are ppl out there who've been hating the franchise (and Activision is to be blamed), but Ghosts deserves at least a 6.

    When looking at these scores, its hard to imagine that Activision actually DARED to challenge Rockstar Games to break the GTA V sales record. Sure, Ghosts made a $1 billion in one day head start, but that was just retail, not even the actual consumer purchase. And when consumers come here to see THIS, I doubt their sales would reach 5 million in a week.    … Expand
  26. ArmorStand
    Nov 5, 2013
    7
    The game is not enclosed soul, the game is made to extort money. I truly loved the game. I sincerely defended MW3, but after BO2 I can not play it. I honestly cried when killed ghost, but now I hate this game. It is absolutely identical to the first MW.
  27. Foxtort2142
    Nov 5, 2013
    7
    For me my day is ruined for waiting for another COD game that is ruined and does not achieve it's greatest potential, and I am here to give my opinion because there was a large on the negative that I can only give you the positive things that claim my mind. The game itself was still a large disappointment of multiplayer and in the same core. But the positive things itself is that theFor me my day is ruined for waiting for another COD game that is ruined and does not achieve it's greatest potential, and I am here to give my opinion because there was a large on the negative that I can only give you the positive things that claim my mind. The game itself was still a large disappointment of multiplayer and in the same core. But the positive things itself is that the game was full of creativity that it has Extinction, Squads and so many that the player can do, but itself is not finished. Unlike Battlefield they spent their time wisely other than making more and more and more. But gladly this game has a large creativity that can't also let the game a large down. A game must have a lot of choices that the player can do which was COD: Ghosts. But they really need to have more time rather than making more and more and more. The game was rather unfinished and unpolished, but it was a good experience to do and try more rather than just a ordinary shooting game. It almost change my mind into a mix score, but rather that, I have no choice but to give this a positive because too much choose a Negative.… Expand
  28. Bazozoo
    Nov 5, 2013
    7
    The graphics definitely became better than previous CoDs. Some missions are purely amazing (especially underwater one), but some of them are absolutely boring. Bottom line, single-player campaign is more interesting than in BF4 for sure.
  29. MrBuZT3D
    Nov 10, 2013
    7
    I don't care to much about the graphics when I play CoD, so not gonna let that ruin my score. I play BF4 if I want nice graphics.
    The gameplay is smooth as always, and there are very few op weapons.
    One of my main issues are that there are no theatre mode. I really liked that feature, and hope they will put it in the game soon, but it doesn't seem like they will. This is probs because    I don't care to much about the graphics when I play CoD, so not gonna let that ruin my score. I play BF4 if I want nice graphics.
    The gameplay is smooth as always, and there are very few op weapons.
    One of my main issues are that there are no theatre mode. I really liked that feature, and hope they will put it in the game soon, but it doesn't seem like they will. This is probs because there is going to be a recorder in both Xbox one and PS4.    … Expand
  30. gregbanton
    Nov 13, 2013
    7
    I like call of Duty, and I like ghosts, but one problem I found was the lack of actual ghost warfare. I would have loved to enter an old mansion with spooky ghosts inside and blast them with machine guns. Normally I feel sad shooting people in these games (even if they are bad guys I still feel weird about it) but if they were ghosts I wouldn't mind really. I do like having the dogI like call of Duty, and I like ghosts, but one problem I found was the lack of actual ghost warfare. I would have loved to enter an old mansion with spooky ghosts inside and blast them with machine guns. Normally I feel sad shooting people in these games (even if they are bad guys I still feel weird about it) but if they were ghosts I wouldn't mind really. I do like having the dog though. Although I would have liked it to be able to morph into snoop dog and go to a BBQ with your friends after the game. That's just my opinion though. Overall not a bad game.… Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 14
  3. Negative: 2 out of 14
  1. PC PowerPlay
    Dec 30, 2013
    80
    It's exactly what fans of the franchise have grown to expect. No surprises here, folks. [Jan 2014, p.90]
  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Nov 25, 2013
    60
    Nothing to see here in terms of innovation: the campaign is dull, the multiplayer fun. But this time, the air of sameness is a little bit too much. [Issue#236]
  3. IncGamers
    Nov 24, 2013
    40
    An utterly horrible PC port mars an otherwise very, very average Call of Duty game. Nothing to see here.
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