Call of Duty: World at War

 PlayStation 3
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 557 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 375 out of 557
  2. Mixed: 125 out of 557
  3. Negative: 57 out of 557
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  1. emlugo123
    Feb 23, 2015
    8
    Nazi Zombies is what made this game what it was, without it, it would just be meh for me. I love the simple 3 killstreaks in multiplayer and the gore in this game was spectacular to look at it.
  2. homer4president
    Nov 18, 2015
    9
    So I took this game off the shelf hoping that maybe there are people still playing this game online and thankfully there are. So for last couple of days I've been playing this game and I must say, even after seven year this game is still so much more fun to play than the last 4 or 5 COD. How crazy is that.
  3. josesueiro
    May 7, 2016
    8
    Call of Duty: World at War is a first-person shooter video game developed by Treyarch and published by Activision.

    + Good Campaign
    + Good Multiplayer
    + Zombie Mode
  4. PeterAlexander
    Jan 6, 2016
    9
    World At War acts as one of the most difficult, yet truly rewarding first person shooters ever made. Whilst it's online features are a slight downgrade from Modern Warfare, it's campaign truly makes up for it. The game puts you right in the middle of World War Two expertly, making you fear for every grenade and on coming enemy. Every checkpoint feels like a lifetime of agony, and in turn,World At War acts as one of the most difficult, yet truly rewarding first person shooters ever made. Whilst it's online features are a slight downgrade from Modern Warfare, it's campaign truly makes up for it. The game puts you right in the middle of World War Two expertly, making you fear for every grenade and on coming enemy. Every checkpoint feels like a lifetime of agony, and in turn, an overwhelming success.… Expand
  5. Nel
    Feb 11, 2017
    7
    A new installment of the call of duty serie. This one does better than many future games of the serie. The full experience it fully you will need to play online, however with all the new versions of this serie, there is a lack of people playing it in 2017.
  6. Duke_Nukem
    Mar 2, 2017
    9
    Very good WW2 shooter with big maps and realistic weapons. It's not an easy game to play but very rewarding. You even get to drive and shoot tanks. I especially like the local co-op mode; great fun! Maybe the graphics are a bit bland and outdated by now, but the gameplay is still awesome.
  7. RETROBOTER
    Apr 25, 2016
    8
    Graphic: 8/10
    Sound: 8/10
    + great WW2 setting, zombie mode, good story, extensive multiplayer, huge weapon arsenal, - blurry textures Conclusion: As a big fan of WW2 shooters, World at War did it well. The story is direct and shows the nightmare of WW2. As expected, the multiplayer is great, nice maps, cool "old" arsenal and a lot of modes to play weeks combined with the zombie    Graphic: 8/10
    Sound: 8/10

    + great WW2 setting, zombie mode, good story, extensive multiplayer, huge weapon arsenal,

    - blurry textures

    Conclusion: As a big fan of WW2 shooters, World at War did it well. The story is direct and shows the nightmare of WW2. As expected, the multiplayer is great, nice maps, cool "old" arsenal and a lot of modes to play weeks combined with the zombie mode. The sound of the game is also successful, even the sound of the guns.    … Expand
  8. reubz1123
    Apr 25, 2016
    10
    I underrated this game I should never make a small judgement again brilliant game. A brilliant World War 2 game. Nice maps and an all-round great game a must buy for anybody. Also on of the best Zombies mode in Cod.
  9. ownagealan
    Jun 13, 2016
    7
    Call of Duty World at War is a good game. However there are some things I would like to criticize about. Number one, when you go on the Soviet campaign, Reznov seems to be too over confident and this game exaggerates sometimes, mostly in the Soviet campaign. For example, they exagerate we out number the Germans 10:1, and it is not true. The Soviets were losing troops and they have to holdCall of Duty World at War is a good game. However there are some things I would like to criticize about. Number one, when you go on the Soviet campaign, Reznov seems to be too over confident and this game exaggerates sometimes, mostly in the Soviet campaign. For example, they exagerate we out number the Germans 10:1, and it is not true. The Soviets were losing troops and they have to hold Moscow until reinforcements come from the far east. It seems most of the people play this game liked the Soviet campaign rather than the American campaign. But in Call of Duty 1, the cutscence in the ending basically says we are like brothers and we both fought for the same things. But in Call of Duty World at War, the American Campaign , the soldiers mostly wanted to go home while the Soviets mostly act tough and wanted to enjoy Russia's embrace. The gameplay is excellent and this game doesn't suck, I have a great time playing it.… Expand
  10. XxJoseManuelxX
    Aug 16, 2016
    8
    Call of Duty: World at War is a first-person shooter video game developed by Treyarch and published by Activision.

    + Good Campaign
    + Good Multiplayer
    + Zombie Mode
  11. Verwey
    Nov 21, 2017
    9
    My favourite COD game ever. I really enjoy world war 2 shooters and this is by far the best! no COD game captured its setting better than this! still love to play it even today!
  12. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 2, 2020
    8
    CALL OF DUTY: WORLD AT WAR
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  13. KingJailson
    Apr 30, 2019
    9
    Melhor FPS de segunda guerra mundial de todo o call of duty, campanha incrivel e zombies maravilhoso.
  14. GnArLY173H3aD
    Aug 25, 2018
    9
    While it may not have lived up to the standards of the previous installments such as Modern Warfare, World at War is still an underrated gem that captures a very realistic and great depiction of what is known as the largest human catastrophe in history. Multiplayer is still very enjoyable, albeit with some flaws, and Nazi Zombies is probably the best game mode overall.
  15. okayokay
    Oct 10, 2018
    8
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  16. Kvantaliani03
    Nov 20, 2021
    8
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  17. galanteo94
    Sep 6, 2023
    8
    Es cierto que este juego no es tan completo como los Modern Warfare pero tiene a su favor que el modo Campaña está mucho mejor trabajado, jugar a este juego en difícil te sumerge a la sensación de pesadilla que supuso estar en la II Guerra Mundial.
  18. Hellgates666
    Jun 25, 2020
    8
    This was both an iconic and game changing call of duty. With the introduction of Nazi Zombies, this game set off what can only be described as a cultural gaming phenomenon, that would grow into so much more. The story mode was solid, and the multiplayer was fun. I absolutely adore this game, which gave me an appreciation for Call of Duty I never had before.
  19. BatmanTheNr1
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    if you love history and specifically the ww2 setting, then this is your game!!!!!
  20. UriBendy
    Sep 27, 2021
    10
    Dark story,violence,good online and great zombies mode what do you want else ha
  21. BrianDavid94
    Aug 26, 2022
    8
    Quick background on me the reviewer, I tend to like single player games that is heavy on narrative the most. I also play a lot of racing games and use to play multiplayer games in my high school days but now that it's hard for me and my friends to find a good time to link up so now I hardly play any. Up to try any genre of games and sometimes I find something new that I didn't think I'dQuick background on me the reviewer, I tend to like single player games that is heavy on narrative the most. I also play a lot of racing games and use to play multiplayer games in my high school days but now that it's hard for me and my friends to find a good time to link up so now I hardly play any. Up to try any genre of games and sometimes I find something new that I didn't think I'd like. I play on every platform but prefer PlayStation.

    Treyarch did a good job with the Call of Duty franchise. The addition of zombie’s mode is a lot of fun for a little while but gets boring quick. Graphics aren’t as good as Modern Warfare but not much to complain about. Campaign was good from what I remember. Spent a good amount of time with this game but not as much as the Infinity Ward versions. I think I just prefer the modern setting.    … Expand
  22. chernandez31
    Feb 23, 2022
    9
    Such an amazing game. A shame it was already infested with hackers by 2010 and couldn’t experience it in its prime.
  23. atyoukha
    Aug 12, 2022
    6
    The game play is good and so is the music that syncs well as you play along. But the game itself is nothing new.
  24. ratkingseb
    Sep 13, 2022
    6
    a decent cod game, ties into black ops but sometimes can be a little annoying
  25. uoKAOS
    Oct 21, 2022
    8
    A great and really cool CoD game, but not necessarily one of my favorite, by the way, almost everything about this game is very cool. Beautiful graphics, really playable, amazing campaign and very dope Nazi Zombie mode too!
  26. bramchvh
    Feb 10, 2023
    9
    This game is still surprisingly good. The campaign was quite interesting and kept my attention the whole way through. the guns feel really satisfying to use. The multiplayer is really fun because you feel like you are in the maps and not controlling a person which is really hard for old games to do given the graphics. the zombies isnt very polished but still fun to spend a lot of time inThis game is still surprisingly good. The campaign was quite interesting and kept my attention the whole way through. the guns feel really satisfying to use. The multiplayer is really fun because you feel like you are in the maps and not controlling a person which is really hard for old games to do given the graphics. the zombies isnt very polished but still fun to spend a lot of time in and a great start for a great gamemode.… Expand
  27. miguellopez99
    Jun 1, 2023
    8
    82/100 .
  28. FrankCreeper
    Jul 28, 2023
    7
    Compared to its predecessor is very amazing of this series has improved the gameplay is cool and story is very original and unique compared on another fps games of his years
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#20 Best PS3 Game of 2008
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#11 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2008
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#64 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2008

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 45 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 45
  3. Negative: 0 out of 45
  1. GameDaily
    80
    Call of Duty: World At War needs better character development and more "oh my God" moments. However, it's still a terrific first-person shooter. The combat is tight, the presentation shines and the multiplayer, particularly Nazi Zombie mode and co-op campaign, will keep you blasting enemy soldiers for weeks.
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  2. Cheat Code Central
    92
    Treyarch did a remarkable job of breathing new life into the WWII shooter. They followed the conventions outlined by Infinity Ward to a tee and, as a result, created a shooter that is every bit as good as last year's entry. Of course, there isn't a whole lot of innovation this time around, but the increased Multiplayer options, new settings, and great enemy A.I. should more than satisfy all but the most jaded Infinity Ward fanboys.
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  3. GameZone
    85
    Call of Duty: World at War is a solid entry to the franchise, offering some pretty intense gameplay and nice new online features. However, the return to WWII means that it feels like a game you’ve played before.
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