Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War

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5.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 760 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 337 out of 760
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  1. viciousdave
    Mar 6, 2022
    10
    Great game with reused maps from Black Ops 2, Black Ops 3, Black Ops 4, Infinite Warfare, and even Advanced Warfare. It's especially great on PS5 with the triggers pressure sensitive feature. Multiplayer is the best ever. To me it's like Black Ops 2 but even better with bringing 1 to 6 maps back from every COD game made almost. It's very fast and you'll do excellent if you have a 120 Hz TVGreat game with reused maps from Black Ops 2, Black Ops 3, Black Ops 4, Infinite Warfare, and even Advanced Warfare. It's especially great on PS5 with the triggers pressure sensitive feature. Multiplayer is the best ever. To me it's like Black Ops 2 but even better with bringing 1 to 6 maps back from every COD game made almost. It's very fast and you'll do excellent if you have a 120 Hz TV from Sony, Samsung, or LG. This is one of the greatest COD games in the series.… Expand
  2. Gotham911
    Nov 17, 2020
    10
    First of all, game is running smooth as hell on PS5 and graphics are looking really good with ray tracing. Gameplay is what I was looking for, good arcade, fast paced. This is what I wanted for BO. Way better than BO4. If you liked BO 1-2 just take it. For next-gen console player it’s a most too.
  3. Bene86
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    Best Call of Duty since CoD Black Ops (1). No more camping possible like in Modern Warfare and so much better maps. Thank you treyarch! Thank you for going back to the roots!
  4. Boyka
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    I really enjoy this game.. and its much better in the multiplayer than modern warfare.. better maps, less campers etc.
    This COD is really a "back 2 the roots" title, and I love it
  5. sexy_George
    Feb 16, 2021
    10
    I don't understand why there's so much hatred for this part, for me this part is the best. Its atmosphere, style, campaign (oooh, yeah, it's something with something). The campaign is one of the best, it's a pity that the 5-6 hours, and so is excellent, I hope more will continue. Thank you developers))))
    Campaign 10/10
    Networking 8/10 (all cool, but a long pumping gunsXD) Zombies    I don't understand why there's so much hatred for this part, for me this part is the best. Its atmosphere, style, campaign (oooh, yeah, it's something with something). The campaign is one of the best, it's a pity that the 5-6 hours, and so is excellent, I hope more will continue. Thank you developers))))
    Campaign 10/10
    Networking 8/10 (all cool, but a long pumping gunsXD)
    Zombies 10/10(not many maps, but waiting for more)    … Expand
  6. nicolas8721
    Dec 6, 2020
    10
    Very good game. in my opinion, the campaign is very good and well structured, the graphics are good, the side missions are very good and entertaining to resolve.
    The only bad thing for me is that the campaign is kind of short, there could have been more missions, but other than that the game is great.
    I'm not interested in multiplayer or zombies, so I can't say anything about them.    Very good game. in my opinion, the campaign is very good and well structured, the graphics are good, the side missions are very good and entertaining to resolve.
    The only bad thing for me is that the campaign is kind of short, there could have been more missions, but other than that the game is great.
    I'm not interested in multiplayer or zombies, so I can't say anything about them.

    I'd like that there are more CoDs like this one, with side missions and with the ability to customize the abilities of your character.    … Expand
  7. Oleh_Yasha
    Jan 22, 2021
    10
    It's very enjoyable. Especially to play zombie mode with your friends.
    I just don't understand that score....it's groundless. The main story is good, multiplayer is good! PS5 support is great. The friend of mine has shot almost with each COD weapon in real life and he said that controller pretty much mirrors real feeling of shooting that type of gun in real life. Of course in the way it    It's very enjoyable. Especially to play zombie mode with your friends.
    I just don't understand that score....it's groundless. The main story is good, multiplayer is good! PS5 support is great. The friend of mine has shot almost with each COD weapon in real life and he said that controller pretty much mirrors real feeling of shooting that type of gun in real life. Of course in the way it may do it. It's a controller, not an AR15 simulation)))    … Expand
  8. ivanstrunin
    May 3, 2021
    10
    Black Ops Cold War имеет интересную кампанию с ностальгическими персонажами и побочными миссиями, которые требовали вашего мозга (да, вашего мозга в игре CoD), чтобы разблокировать, решая головоломки расшифровки. Более того, они придали своей кампании ту атмосферу холодной войны.Black Ops Cold War имеет интересную кампанию с ностальгическими персонажами и побочными миссиями, которые требовали вашего мозга (да, вашего мозга в игре CoD), чтобы разблокировать, решая головоломки расшифровки. Более того, они придали своей кампании ту атмосферу холодной войны.
  9. TRUMPisGONE
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    Unlike Modern Warfare, this game is NOT for camping scrubs. You won't be able to hide in windows or high platform vantage points everywhere for free kills and that's why it's getting such low scores. This is what Call of Duty USED to be 10 years ago, and it's finally back
  10. Haryson
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    Эта игра определенно не так плоха как о ней говорят, сюжет конечно короткий, но сделан достаточно качественно, а возможность победить за Персея искупает все его грехи. Мультиплеер хорош, но чтоб оценить его в полной мере нужно все же играть в него некоторое время.Эта игра определенно не так плоха как о ней говорят, сюжет конечно короткий, но сделан достаточно качественно, а возможность победить за Персея искупает все его грехи. Мультиплеер хорош, но чтоб оценить его в полной мере нужно все же играть в него некоторое время.
  11. hoganpaulio
    Nov 14, 2020
    10
    how do I refund a game i accidently bought it on ps5 but i don't have a ps5
  12. helaryx
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    This game is good, if you liked Black Ops 1 and 2 you need to buy this one. Don't listen to the Modern Warfare fanboys they are just hating for no reason
  13. Cheddarman
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    Better than Minecraft more like **** looooooooooooooooooooooooooooooolLLllllllllllllekjdjdkr it jxjyxhjcovkciifjdjysjd
  14. lutheboss
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    The best COD game we've had after a long time! More fast-paced, better ranking system, zombies is hyping, and the Elims/death ratio is a helluva lot better than the K/D ratio of Modern Warfare. No more sweating to try to kill someone only to get the assist at the end. Also, can't wait for Battle Pass and League Play coming soon!! Game is so LIT
  15. MVP_thatsme
    Nov 29, 2020
    10
    Don't listen to to the complaints. I am a long term fan of the series and love this game! I was super hesitant about buying it, I almost returned it before I even opened it. Thank God I didn't. I have sank 20+ hours in in a week, lol. I hope Treyarch doesn't change a thing (besides QoL changes and server stability). I sat the last 2 COD's out because I was getting sick of the same old. IDon't listen to to the complaints. I am a long term fan of the series and love this game! I was super hesitant about buying it, I almost returned it before I even opened it. Thank God I didn't. I have sank 20+ hours in in a week, lol. I hope Treyarch doesn't change a thing (besides QoL changes and server stability). I sat the last 2 COD's out because I was getting sick of the same old. I picked this game up and I'm in love with it. It offers great changes for both new and returning players, and overall it has been a great experience. Just remember for every person that comes on here to vent their frustrations, there is one that loved the game that probably didn't come here to give praise. And FYI anyone complaining about SBMM isn't as good as they think they are. It works just as intended.… Expand
  16. Pivas
    Jan 14, 2021
    10
    Лучший современный шутер из актуальных, и в которых есть нормальный онлайн, к главному плюсу отнёс бы то, что здесь можно играть за пехоту на маленьких, насыщенных картах, и вас не будут посреди поля уничтожать снайперы, танкисты с другого конца карты, и пилоты вертолетов, мультиплеер отличный,Лучший современный шутер из актуальных, и в которых есть нормальный онлайн, к главному плюсу отнёс бы то, что здесь можно играть за пехоту на маленьких, насыщенных картах, и вас не будут посреди поля уничтожать снайперы, танкисты с другого конца карты, и пилоты вертолетов, мультиплеер отличный,
  17. Atomikage
    Apr 28, 2021
    10
    Best Multiplayer! Stop hating people. When I first plunged into this game, for me this herd is the best part of the series in terms of multiplayer and I am very sad that many people hate this game without reason. You may not like publisher marketing, but that's not a reason to hate the game.
  18. SuperMike
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
    First, I note that unfortunately I have not played MW2019 with which Cold War is so often compared, since I play only on PS4 / PS5 and live in Russia, where for some reason it was banned in psn. So BOCW - one of the best FPS I ever played, great company, this is the first multiplayer I've spent so much time in. A wide variety of weapons, most of which are well balanced, great operators,First, I note that unfortunately I have not played MW2019 with which Cold War is so often compared, since I play only on PS4 / PS5 and live in Russia, where for some reason it was banned in psn. So BOCW - one of the best FPS I ever played, great company, this is the first multiplayer I've spent so much time in. A wide variety of weapons, most of which are well balanced, great operators, cool skins, interesting and varied maps, the best zombie mode ever made. From childhood, from the first part of black ops, I singled out for myself that I love the work of treyarch. Since then, it turns out that it is their COD franchise games that I like the most. Thanks for hundreds of hours of joy. Came here to rate it positively after the AWESOME Vanguard, and I don't understand why BOCW has such a rating. The game is great! P.S.
    on ps5 gorgeous shot effects and weapon feel with dualsense    … Expand
  19. papkat
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    this cod was really refreshing it had an rough launch yes, but if you look back on it now its really good. im more a zombies guy but i still enjoyed the mp and campain also the zombies story really has me hyped for the next black ops
  20. juniortiger
    Apr 7, 2023
    10
    I love feeling you in game haptic feedback control and graphic amazing and I recommend pick one up in store
  21. Frostty
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    I have 836 hours in this game and do not regret a single second. Black ops Cold War for me is my one of my favorite call of duty games ever made, only second to black ops 2. Multiplayer feels great. The movement has depth, all the guns are very usable, diverse and have their place in the game, with a reason to use any of them over another. The campaign is absolutely the best one to beI have 836 hours in this game and do not regret a single second. Black ops Cold War for me is my one of my favorite call of duty games ever made, only second to black ops 2. Multiplayer feels great. The movement has depth, all the guns are very usable, diverse and have their place in the game, with a reason to use any of them over another. The campaign is absolutely the best one to be released in a very long time. NO SPOILERS! But you’re in for a treat. Zombie is similar to traditional zombies gameplay but with many new features and improvements. Some consider it easier than previous entries, (because it is) but it is a very good time whether you are playing casually or going for an Easter egg. Black ops Cold War holds a very special place in my heart. Although it’s buggy release sadly killed the interest for some players, those who stuck with it are very glad they did.… Expand
  22. DSouls_guy
    Nov 26, 2020
    9
    I haven't played a cod game since black ops 2 on Xbox 360, but my favorite cod game was modern warfare 1 and 2. I decided to get this cod because I wanted a solid mp, and cold war doesn't disappoint!!! Great game.
  23. Hippystank
    Nov 24, 2020
    9
    Really solid! I haven't played COD in ages and this one really hits home for me.
  24. CrazyOldDave
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    Lives up to the Black Ops legacy! Absolutely fantastic campaign! Rich atmosphere, solid gunplay, nuanced characters and dialogue, amazing locations, great sound! This is more than I expected to get for a Call of Duty release. Going above and beyond where my expectations were with the series. My last most recent favourite campaign was Advanced Warfare which felt like an amazing NeillLives up to the Black Ops legacy! Absolutely fantastic campaign! Rich atmosphere, solid gunplay, nuanced characters and dialogue, amazing locations, great sound! This is more than I expected to get for a Call of Duty release. Going above and beyond where my expectations were with the series. My last most recent favourite campaign was Advanced Warfare which felt like an amazing Neill Blomkamp flick. In terms of the games heart, design and feel this game scrapes in at a 9. You may think that's high but in my opinion it surpasses a lot of games in many aspects even if it is just another shooter to some. At the very least it's going to be a solid 8 out of 10 game overall for most people. I felt engrossed from start to finish and just the campaign alone was worth the entry price to me. I played a lot of the MP during pre-release so I know I'll have a blast there too. My review mostly reflects on the campaign. Multiplayer features are a bonus to me in terms of games featureset and not entirely the main course. For anyone who is wondering, this isn't a crappy port of a PS4 title. It feels substantially next gen in most respects. Sure there may be some bugs but those can be fixed. Plenty of replay value here too. Just don't take it too seriously, treat it like an action movie experience and you should have had plenty of laughs and smiles with this one. I'd like to finish by thanking the team that made this for a terrific time and the excellent work they have created!… Expand
  25. Unicron35
    Dec 15, 2022
    9
    Excellent single player campaign. Gunplay is amazing. Graphics and music soundtrack are great. Multiplayer is fun and addicting. MP maps are awesome including Nuketown!

    Customization options and the progression system are excellent. I love the new 'everyone gets a trophy' scorestreak system. Blops Cold War is a great and entertaining entry in the series.
  26. Vigo
    Nov 19, 2022
    9
    Don't ask me why but this is the only COD game I have ever gotten into. 2 years laster im over 500 hours in. It's the only one I have enjoyed and ive played maybe 4 other titles never really got into the series. I wish I had an explanation. I don't. I just know 500 hours later in im still liking it better than anything else.
  27. SuperKrampus
    Apr 20, 2021
    9
    I will start of by saying this: I only play this game for the online multiplayer, meaning I have no experience with the campaign.

    This is my first Call Of Duty game I’ve spent lots time playing and I need to say: I am not disappointed. I played a couple matches on Modern Warfare but I was always left feeling really disappointed, mainly with the bland maps and layouts. With Cold War, I    I will start of by saying this: I only play this game for the online multiplayer, meaning I have no experience with the campaign.

    This is my first Call Of Duty game I’ve spent lots time playing and I need to say: I am not disappointed. I played a couple matches on Modern Warfare but I was always left feeling really disappointed, mainly with the bland maps and layouts. With Cold War, I find myself enjoying the maps thoroughly, with even the worst maps still being enjoyable. Maps such as The Pines and the updated Miami (Miami Strike) are welcome additions. Killing someone in one area of The Pines then running through the hallways to shoot another is exciting. Miami Strike is an improved Miami, in a smaller space that enables fighting. I have to say that the map that didn’t land for me at all was Satellite, and even then I still find enjoyment while playing on it. We see the return of incredible maps as well such as Nuketown (in the form of Nuketown ‘84) which makes me more interested in playing previous instalments. There are many incredible game modes to play on these maps as well, including a personal favourite: Search And Destroy. Every game feels new and exciting, while allowing me to consistently improve. The main reason I didn’t give this game a 10/10 however, is the fact that the game often freezes and lags, even when my internet connection is perfect. It does often get in the way of fully enjoying the game to it’s potential. This game was an excellent introduction into the world of Call Of Duty for me, making me excited for future games in the franchise.    … Expand
  28. srinu634
    Apr 14, 2021
    9
    Campaign Only Review.
    I generally don't play multiplayer and haven't tried the zombies mode yet so this review is only for the Campaign.
    Pro's: Campaign Time: I don't have time to play hours and hours of games. This campaign is short and ideal to play over the weekend as you can complete it in around 5-6 hours. Level Design: The level design is a big plus for this game. The levels    Campaign Only Review.
    I generally don't play multiplayer and haven't tried the zombies mode yet so this review is only for the Campaign.

    Pro's:
    Campaign Time: I don't have time to play hours and hours of games. This campaign is short and ideal to play over the weekend as you can complete it in around 5-6 hours.

    Level Design: The level design is a big plus for this game. The levels in Vietnam, Berlin for example are rich in detail and well crafted. The level in Vietnam was the highlight of the campaign.

    Music: This is a big plus to the campaign. I loved the music and I can definitely see a lot of effort that went into creating it.

    Story: Story was immersive though it's not the biggest reason why someone would pickup this game.

    PS5: The adaptive triggers and the haptic feedbacks elevate the gameplay experience.

    Texture quality: Probably, one of the overlooked aspect of this game is the texture quality. Apart from Demon's souls, I haven't seen a single game which had high texture quality like COD. I would rate Demon's souls and COD on the top over other games for how good the texture quality is. The details on the ground, on the leaves don't feel like a cheap gimmick but rather filled with details.

    Note:
    I have not played many COD games so I am not able to compare it with the other games. Irrespective of how other COD games were, the story, the level design, music, gameplay is pretty good and I think the campaign deserves a good rating.

    Another Note: I had my set of problems with the game's ridiculous ways of downloading the campaign. I had to search in Youtube because it wasn't obvious. Moreover, 200 gb is crazy. However, I am rating the game solely based on the campaign and the gameplay for the campaign and I think they executed the campaign well.

    Also, it's not worth 70$. Buy it on a sale if you are planning to play it for campaign solely. 9 because it is expensive and the campaign download was just plain stupid.    … Expand
  29. Mrplumbusseeks
    Nov 29, 2020
    9
    Though the Multiplayer is ok at best. For me I took liberty at enjoying the Zombies and campaign. Sadly most reviews here will be multiplayer stans crying.
    But I digress, Cold war has everything I want in Cod. Good zombies with well rounded guns that work amazingly, Free content for all gamemodes and a brillant mindbending campaign. Multiplayer will get fixer and I am sure you will all get    Though the Multiplayer is ok at best. For me I took liberty at enjoying the Zombies and campaign. Sadly most reviews here will be multiplayer stans crying.
    But I digress, Cold war has everything I want in Cod. Good zombies with well rounded guns that work amazingly, Free content for all gamemodes and a brillant mindbending campaign. Multiplayer will get fixer and I am sure you will all get your content. But I want to see more from Adler and Wood and Mason this game does a great job of tying MW and BO in one universe. If anything I'd want this game to have not big aim for multiplayer so maybe for once zombies can have its shine. BO4 was a terrible mess this is concise and straight to the point and for that I love it.    … Expand
  30. Theravidraccoon
    Dec 1, 2020
    9
    One of the best call of duty games within a while now. The gameplay and mechanics of mp is so much better than mw19. The only reason people are hating is because they lakc any skill on the game. Graphics aren't everything and don't make a game it's solid gameplay and replay-abilities that does and cod cold war has that. Yes more weapons and map will be added so there's nothing to beOne of the best call of duty games within a while now. The gameplay and mechanics of mp is so much better than mw19. The only reason people are hating is because they lakc any skill on the game. Graphics aren't everything and don't make a game it's solid gameplay and replay-abilities that does and cod cold war has that. Yes more weapons and map will be added so there's nothing to be worried about there.… Expand
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Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. Cubed3
    Jul 2, 2021
    80
    Thankfully, a few of the early bugs were ironed out of Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, and subsequent season passes have patched up modes and maps that were lacking. The campaign is genuinely intriguing but may not appeal to those who just want to run and gun. Zombies and Multiplayer modes are plentiful and there should be something for everyone to thoroughly enjoy. Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War should be used as the poster child for PlayStation 5's DualSense controller which has been put to full use for an immersive experience. Casual players will be somewhat put off by the sheer storage space required to fully experience everything that is on offer, especially given that SSD capacity is this generation's gold dust, but Call of Duty die-hards will most likely overlook this.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jun 9, 2021
    70
    I have no doubt that the latest Call of Duty will earn ridiculous amounts of money once again, but I will remember it as a dip in form, a game that’s closer to mediocrity than greatness. The story campaign has a satisfying finale but as a whole is rather uninspired, while the multiplayer has lost the tactical feel I enjoyed in Modern Warfare Remastered. [01/2021, p.56]
  3. PSX Extreme
    May 10, 2021
    69
    Call Of Duty: Black Ops Cold War is the video game equivalent to that one kid in class with a sugar rush and an addiction to pixie sticks. Sure, it might be entertaining for a little while, but the more time you spend with it, the more you realize it’s just rambling on aimlessly. Ultimately, with its lack of a clear vision and focus on what makes a game fun, Cold War isn’t going to entertain you for long.
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