Call of Duty: Ghosts

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4.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 766 Ratings

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  1. Epic6Man612
    Jan 4, 2014
    5
    The game is fun, but lacking. Elements of epic but now IW (the devs Infinity Ward) are ripping of Black Ops II's zombies with the Extinction mode. Sad.
  2. NNJAx
    Jan 3, 2014
    4
    Fore-note: Giving this game a 10 is like saying the earth is flat.
    Giving this game a 10 based on 'trolls' is pathetic.
    The 3.8 score is very accurate compared to the ridiculous 79 Metascore. Blunt Version: This game fails on ALL levels besides fish, and the Extinction mode (aka Zombies with Aliens.) The storage required game takes around 50 Gigs!!! Which OBVIOUSLY aren't used up    Fore-note: Giving this game a 10 is like saying the earth is flat.
    Giving this game a 10 based on 'trolls' is pathetic.
    The 3.8 score is very accurate compared to the ridiculous 79 Metascore.

    Blunt Version:
    This game fails on ALL levels besides fish, and the Extinction mode (aka Zombies with Aliens.)

    The storage required game takes around 50 Gigs!!!
    Which OBVIOUSLY aren't used up by HD textures because those are bloody crap!

    -->Don't buy this as it is broken, poor quality, and does not deserve your money.
    The ONLY REDEEMING factor is that it is not the PC version, WHICH LAGS IN THE MENU! (ON A GTX TITAN!!)
    -This game is basically Righteous Slaughter from GTA
    STICK TO BO2! WHICH AT LEAST TRIED!
    In-Depth:

    -Engine
    The 'new' 19 year old quake based engine is hardly the next-gen experience.
    This game's are sub-par for a next-gen, and could be found in the original Crysis, it's basically a sharper CoD 4 MW.
    With a 50GB install, CoD Ghost left me wondering what all that storage was being used for..
    I have yet to find out as the textures aren't any where close being a culprit, the only other option is OP-underused-overhyped-killer-mecha-dog, Riley and his side kicks the dynamic-super-AI-fish. Seriously though, 50?
    -It also can't be the sounds, which are the same recycled pea shooter sounds from CoD4 MW2 3

    -Campaign
    Don't expect a work of art,actually expect the complete opposite.

    In, CoD Ghost you play as a burly white dude along side his burly white dude brother and army, under the command of his burly white father. (ALL of whom are Flat characters.) Serious there was like 3 minorities, only 1 of whom was a 'Ghost'. But lets talk about them, the Ghosts. The Ghosts where meant to be stealthy super burly white dudes with the budget of a specs op team.
    HOWEVER! The game insists on being just like the previous. As you run about amok shooting from the hip like a chicken with its head cut off next to a tank, all the while doing crazy ass ****
    Its like they go out of their way to make it bad!
    What I'm trying to say is that the Single Player experience is utter TRASH and has some many holes swish cheese is more consistent.

    -The multiplayer is basically around 16 players stuffed in a closet with mini-guns. ****
    Dynamic maps? Yeah no.
    Kill Streaks? NOW WITH DOG!
    Guns? sure! how does fictional guns based off of real life weapons but are renamed to save cash (like they needed to!)
    Frame Rate? As consistent as a completely wasted guy doing the 'walk the line' test.
    Maps? Same maps with a different look. (Not lying, some maps have the exact same general placement of major objects.

    -Extiction
    The only bright point of the game.
    -Fresh new take on Zombies.
    -Best player with friend.
    -Not worth a full title purchase though.

    All in all, I'd recommend waiting to see how BF4 plays out and consider that over this piece of utter scum.    … Expand
  3. Crayonzz
    Jan 3, 2014
    1
    Multiplayer is the worst yet. The spawns are the worst in any game i've played, numerous times i'm spawned IN FRONT of an enemy. Single player is alright, the process of turning in your last gen copy for the new one (with a $10 additional cost) was overcomplicated as if they wanted everyone to say to themselves "spending another $60 would just be so much easier" and you had a very shortMultiplayer is the worst yet. The spawns are the worst in any game i've played, numerous times i'm spawned IN FRONT of an enemy. Single player is alright, the process of turning in your last gen copy for the new one (with a $10 additional cost) was overcomplicated as if they wanted everyone to say to themselves "spending another $60 would just be so much easier" and you had a very short timeframe to trade it in.… Expand
  4. minimalsystem
    Jan 3, 2014
    6
    I am a big fan of the Call of Duty Series and have owned every single Call of Duty game to date. I just wanted to make that clear before writing my thoughts on Call of Duty Ghosts. I do feel that the series is starting to feel a little stagnant, a few new weapons and some new maps do not warrant a new game, these could be added to one of the previous games as DLC. Instead of just rehashingI am a big fan of the Call of Duty Series and have owned every single Call of Duty game to date. I just wanted to make that clear before writing my thoughts on Call of Duty Ghosts. I do feel that the series is starting to feel a little stagnant, a few new weapons and some new maps do not warrant a new game, these could be added to one of the previous games as DLC. Instead of just rehashing the same game every year please just expand the previous versions with new content. Alternatively bring us something new, how about a Call of Duty game based on the Vietnam War, or even the First World War? How about updating the game engine so that environments can be damaged after taking fire? Why not add some more interesting long term multiplayer game types instead of the novelty modes added in Ghosts.

    I understand the story element of the Call of Duty games is important to some people but the story line in Ghosts feels rushed and tacked on. It can easily be completed on the hardest difficulty setting in one day so doest really add much to the package. The story lines in the older Call of Duty games had some substance, it seems now the developers simply do not put in the time when it comes to the single player campaign.

    I do however like the new co-op mode which is similar to the Zombies mode in Black Ops. Extinction put you and your team in the middle of an Alien invasion where your goal is to survive as long as you can. This mode can be be great fun and offers a little variety in what is ultimately quite a dull package.

    If you are a fan of Call of Duty then you will enjoy Ghosts for a while but you will find yourself getting bored very quickly.There is simply not enough that is different from the previous games. It feels like the series has turned from one of the best series of games available in to a stagnant but guaranteed yearly income for the developers.

    If you own any other COD game then you simply will not get anything new out of Ghosts.    … Expand
  5. pinball123
    Jan 2, 2014
    1
    If you like COD series you'll like this, plays similar to all the others. Enjoyable game if a bit bland, if i had played the last couple of entries in this series I would have probably rated this lower but so far for next gen consoles i've found it much better than killzone and bf4 has too many issues so this gets my pick for the best fps launch title so far.
  6. mrolivator
    Dec 31, 2013
    10
    I do not think that this game deserves a 10, but I need to balance it out. This game is Call Of Duty, if you liked the other games, you'll like Ghosts. If you didn't like the other games, shut your whore mouth and go complain to EA about the same old Madden, the same old Fifa, or complain to 2K about the same old NBA.
  7. jcuevasrn
    Dec 31, 2013
    10
    Yup. You saw it right. 10. Graphics are bar none. Fluid, seamless gameplay. The action that every COD thirst for, once again at your fingertips... Hit markers are accurate, gun sounds are true, and sound is crystal.

    Were you expecting a whole "new" game? Many of these poor rating reviews are done from players who are lost into what a true series of gaming is meant for. A whole new    Yup. You saw it right. 10. Graphics are bar none. Fluid, seamless gameplay. The action that every COD thirst for, once again at your fingertips... Hit markers are accurate, gun sounds are true, and sound is crystal.

    Were you expecting a whole "new" game? Many of these poor rating reviews are done from players who are lost into what a true series of gaming is meant for.

    A whole new system has been manufactured with the ability to "unlock" certain toons, the use squad points which are earned through various objectives.

    The single players system was fun, but a little short lived. I am not going to ding the review for this, this game is made for one thing. MULTIPLAYER!    … Expand
  8. kpmh2001
    Dec 28, 2013
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is a major disappointment, i already reviewed 360, but i had to come for this, i returned this game within 24 hours, i got half my money back. here's a list of reasons to keep this short, ON WHY THIS GAME, SUCKS ASS!!!
    1. "ghosts" where the is ghost, I swear he was promised to us.
    2. aliens are just snake-spiders that ooze purple ****
    3. i know this isn't activation, but where the are my zombies?!
    4. multiplayer is outright broken, the server lag is bad, makes battlefield netcode look like god descending from heaven.
    5. destructible environments? HA!    … Expand
  9. script_error
    Dec 26, 2013
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There are a ton of trolls out there.. it's ridiculous!

    The campaign is actually pretty decent. It's very much like every other COD game out there, play through the campaign once on Veteran to get the full experience and challenge, then go back on Recruit to get the special achievements. On veteran, this was actually much easier than previous COD games. Why? Because the GRAPHICS are so much better on next-gen that you can actually see those hidden enemies that are blasting you away. I know what you're thinking, native 1080p res, blah blah blah. Just shut up and acknowledge that the game looks better than it ever has, and stop trying to nitpick. A solid experience you'd expect from COD.

    The multiplayer is more of the same, except now it's a strange combination of using a point system (squad points) and leveling up to unlock some things' availability. Personally, I bought it for multiplayer like most people, but I don't have any intention of putting the same time into it (since I'm not in college anymore lol). I just wanted a game to pick up casually when I actually have time, and this is perfect for that.

    Squads is a actually a cool feature, but a bit hokey in my opinion. You can play your squad members in multiplayer to level them up and while playing squads, the higher level members actually do perform better in terms of kills, not running up the middle, etc. So basically, the AI is ranked along with the character rank. Cool, yes, but I don't expect to spend much time here.

    Extinction is the best game mode on here. I had a lot of fun with it. Much like zombies, but not as confusing and impossible to figure out how to beat (without the internet!). The only problem is that it's very much based on teamwork, and it gets MUCH more challenging as you level up. I only came close to beating it twice (died trying to escape!) and now I'm "prestige" so the likelihood of finding a skilled team is so low, I'm afraid I just won't ever see the ending. I have juggled with the idea of buying the season pass just for the new extinction games.

    Overall, exactly what you're expecting from next-gen COD. Is the franchise getting stale? Yes, Is it still fun? Yes. For now. Which is why I still recommend it with an 8/10.    … Expand
  10. Frankie_Sp
    Dec 26, 2013
    4
    This game is really not at the level it should be nowdays.
    No innovations at all,even the graphic is still the same as the old gen.
    And at least it's not acceptable in 2013 have a war game where you can easily hide behind a chair or a piece of wood an be safe against automatic war rifles. The enemies doesn't even got an AI and the just aim at you 99% of the time without considerating    This game is really not at the level it should be nowdays.
    No innovations at all,even the graphic is still the same as the old gen.
    And at least it's not acceptable in 2013 have a war game where you can easily hide behind a chair or a piece of wood an be safe against automatic war rifles.
    The enemies doesn't even got an AI and the just aim at you 99% of the time without considerating all you allies.They also know every time where you are even afer you hide and aggirate them.
    No phisics at all,just scripteed dead ragdoll movements and even if you continue shooting corpse with an rpg they don't change their movements.
    No reactions shooting various part of body,just headshots.We got different body points like legs,arms,weapon and chest in early 2000's with Soldier of fortune..what a shame.
    All the events in game are scripted and the main campaign last less than 5hrs.
    Only positive mention could be the Invasion mode similar to zombies from other COD.    … Expand
  11. DsW
    Dec 24, 2013
    6
    It's such a shame, such a waste. I have been a fan of CoD since #2 and have loved the series and if i have to say i prefer the games of Infinity Ward, which is why this latest game is a little disappointing.

    It offers a lot to do with the campaign, multiplayer, squads and extinction as well as a horde of game modes within each hub. The graphics are good and the new player animations are    It's such a shame, such a waste. I have been a fan of CoD since #2 and have loved the series and if i have to say i prefer the games of Infinity Ward, which is why this latest game is a little disappointing.

    It offers a lot to do with the campaign, multiplayer, squads and extinction as well as a horde of game modes within each hub. The graphics are good and the new player animations are great. I like the new weapons and i love the new create a soldier. The fact that they allowed gender to be picked by the user is a thumb up to the often overlooked female gamer too.

    The game runs smooth as silk on the Xbox one with no noticeable lag or framerate issues. Just to note that i have played the 360 version which suffered both of those issues among others.

    But as we all know the CoD series is primarily focused on multiplayer, a mode which is usually done so well. I mean a few people grabbing guns, running around a map and knocking the snot out of each other, how bad could that be messed with? Apparently pretty bad; most maps are oversized for a 6-6 battle, making you lost and lonely for the entirety or simple sniper fodder. Some of the killstreaks are overpowered (dogs anyone?) but the single biggest error, the biggest gamebreaker is the spawning. To die in multiplayer and respawn on the opposite side of the map from your allies with enemy guns already tracking you is not fun nor is having an enemy you (or anyone else for that matter) just vanquished spawn behind you. Its made especially worse if both problems happen together and they will. Repeatedly.

    I want to love this game and with a little more polish and thought from IW, it could be salvaged. Its still addictive enough to play but frustrating enough to break controllers and make live party friends deaf. All in all underwhelming.    … Expand
  12. houjo2000
    Dec 22, 2013
    0
    So I hear you're releasing the same game you have been releasing for five years straight now- take my 60 bucks please.

    Is what I'd imagine anyone would be saying if they were able to think back an entire year. Activision must be thanking their stars that the only thing anyone can remember in this country is the last big mac they funneled down their throat- so about two minutes ago.    So I hear you're releasing the same game you have been releasing for five years straight now- take my 60 bucks please.

    Is what I'd imagine anyone would be saying if they were able to think back an entire year. Activision must be thanking their stars that the only thing anyone can remember in this country is the last big mac they funneled down their throat- so about two minutes ago.

    This game series is the perfect metaphor for America in every way.    … Expand
  13. RaspberryVelvet
    Dec 20, 2013
    4
    One month in with this game and I'm tired of it. This is obviously a beta test as developers are trying to figure out how to best configure their development process for the new consoles. This is arguably the worst COD game in the series. There are no signs of life...no signs of thought or a sense of vision to really get players excited about the future on the franchise. It's a shameOne month in with this game and I'm tired of it. This is obviously a beta test as developers are trying to figure out how to best configure their development process for the new consoles. This is arguably the worst COD game in the series. There are no signs of life...no signs of thought or a sense of vision to really get players excited about the future on the franchise. It's a shame that Activision is so hell bent on releasing this title every year. Black Ops 2 received plenty of negative reviews. Ghosts might have just killed off the series! A lack of imagination, zero creativity, awkward map design, and an incredibly cumbersome perk/prestige system have ruined this title for me. The multiplayer lobbies for this game are pratically empty for a reason...this time, it really sucks!… Expand
  14. Tigerstripe612
    Dec 18, 2013
    9
    One of the best COD's ever! I was pretty upset when the 360 version was first released due to the cheesy sound, character visuals and missing fan favorite game modes, but have a much better opinion of the Xbox One version.

    The graphics are sick, sounds are great, dedicated servers (never get dumped from a multiplayer game) and plenty of weapon and character customization options. If you    One of the best COD's ever! I was pretty upset when the 360 version was first released due to the cheesy sound, character visuals and missing fan favorite game modes, but have a much better opinion of the Xbox One version.

    The graphics are sick, sounds are great, dedicated servers (never get dumped from a multiplayer game) and plenty of weapon and character customization options. If you like the COD series, this is a must own and I must say, I'm a pretty tough critic!

    Only reason why I didn't give them a 10 is due to the fact that Demolition and Headquarters wasn't included in the multiplayer game modes- shame on Infinity Ward/Activision for that critical mistake.    … Expand
  15. moneyisaac
    Dec 17, 2013
    7
    nice game, very well polished, nice new console. lots of nice new things but one things the dame its a yearly same old call of duty game with better graphic and slight changes each time im not saying its bad its just the same for me
  16. xXxMannimalxXx
    Dec 16, 2013
    7
    The game plays a lot faster than other COD games of the past.

    Multiplayer small maps and redundant maps; seems I play on the same maps over and over again.

    Campaign I seemed to enjoy this mode more than in years past.
  17. SimonLynchSligo
    Dec 16, 2013
    3
    When Activision advertised this game a few months ago, they made a huge commotion about how its going to have a new engine and it will be updated for Next-Gen consoles, sadly this isn't the case. I truly feel that Activision & Infinity Ward have well and truly milked this cow dry and its now the fall of a dead, predictable and boring series. Activision really should have just releasedWhen Activision advertised this game a few months ago, they made a huge commotion about how its going to have a new engine and it will be updated for Next-Gen consoles, sadly this isn't the case. I truly feel that Activision & Infinity Ward have well and truly milked this cow dry and its now the fall of a dead, predictable and boring series. Activision really should have just released map packs instead of annual game releases as there is no clear difference between Modern Warfare, Black Ops or Ghosts apart from the kill streak system. This game is a massive flop and does not warrant the €70 price tag on it. 3/10… Expand
  18. st6stringer1
    Dec 13, 2013
    4
    I have been extremely excited to play the new COD Ghosts, but was quickly disappointed. I primarily play COD for multiplayer (mp), but this game's mp is horrible. They introduce new sights, new equipment, new class of guns, etc, which ultimately are all useless. The same old items from previous games are the same necessary items you will use in this game. There is a whole new concept toI have been extremely excited to play the new COD Ghosts, but was quickly disappointed. I primarily play COD for multiplayer (mp), but this game's mp is horrible. They introduce new sights, new equipment, new class of guns, etc, which ultimately are all useless. The same old items from previous games are the same necessary items you will use in this game. There is a whole new concept to creating classes and unlocking equipment, which is extremely agitating. You have to earn points and then buy equipment, killstreaks, extra classes, clothing, squads, etc. You can also complete operations to earn patches, clothing, etc, which is a waste of time because none of it is worth wasting your time over. The mp maps are some of the worst ever. yes they are attractive, but all of the maps present the ability for you to be killed at any point from almost anywhere. I'm not saying i'm the best player ever, but I have kept a positive KDR in all prior games. Unless your are camping, your average life is under 20 seconds because the maps are too wide open. The campaign is short and has nothing new, although some of the graphics are amazing. The new extinction game type is entertaining. Overall, I would stick to Black Ops 2 or MW3 if they had them XB1 and pass on this game. I cant wait for another decent game to come out so I can leave this game behind.… Expand
  19. headshotU28
    Dec 12, 2013
    0
    Incredibly horrible! Just a giant bomb of a game! So many promises and hopes into into Ghosts, and it didn't live up to its expectations! The maps are God awful; way too big which slows down the gameplay, and the spawning is horrible as well! Not to mention you die way too easily as well! Screw the graphics and the "visual sense"! This is about the online experience! For those of you whoIncredibly horrible! Just a giant bomb of a game! So many promises and hopes into into Ghosts, and it didn't live up to its expectations! The maps are God awful; way too big which slows down the gameplay, and the spawning is horrible as well! Not to mention you die way too easily as well! Screw the graphics and the "visual sense"! This is about the online experience! For those of you who have never played the other call of duty games, I strongly encourage you to go check them out. After returning Ghosts for GTAV, I found myself relieved of stress and anxiety. I went back to playing Black Ops 2, and I had a blast compared to Ghosts.… Expand
  20. MediaFreak
    Dec 12, 2013
    6
    A true launch title, clearly just a port of the 360 version. The graphics look last gen compared to the other launch games and the gameplay is the same as always. COD has been getting stale for years now, and this edition is no exception.

    If you loved the last game and just wanted more then you'll most likely love this one too. If you got bored of COD a long time ago, now is still not    A true launch title, clearly just a port of the 360 version. The graphics look last gen compared to the other launch games and the gameplay is the same as always. COD has been getting stale for years now, and this edition is no exception.

    If you loved the last game and just wanted more then you'll most likely love this one too. If you got bored of COD a long time ago, now is still not the time to return to it.    … Expand
  21. dmkyle
    Dec 12, 2013
    5
    In my opinion COD:BO2 was a better game, smaller maps, 10 point system and guns being a lot more diverse than COD:G. Not to say COD:G doesn't have bright spots. I enjoy guns coming with attachment already, some of the perks I like (not revealing where dead friends are, showing enemies for a split second effected by explosives).

    All in all though I feel like it was a step or two    In my opinion COD:BO2 was a better game, smaller maps, 10 point system and guns being a lot more diverse than COD:G. Not to say COD:G doesn't have bright spots. I enjoy guns coming with attachment already, some of the perks I like (not revealing where dead friends are, showing enemies for a split second effected by explosives).

    All in all though I feel like it was a step or two backwards by IW compared to BO2.    … Expand
  22. FWGHurley
    Dec 11, 2013
    1
    Game is terrible. I expected so much more from it. Its getting a 1 because I sonewhat enjoyed the story, but the multiplayer is the worst I have ever playin a COD game. Its completely broken and they don't seem to care to fix it. Such a waste of money...
  23. Devwar
    Dec 9, 2013
    10
    This has been the first COD game I have played since the original on PC many years ago and I loved it. Without the history most other reviewers have with the series, its easy for me to say I found it refreshing, I am now hooked.
  24. Firedthaboss
    Dec 6, 2013
    0
    BULL!!! I rented this game at redbox and it was disc 2 WHICH WAS JUST A CONTENT PACK I DIDN'T EVEN GET TO PLAY IT!! this is complete BULL!!! I wasted my money!!!
  25. mtlscream
    Dec 5, 2013
    8
    As other mentioned before, COD: Ghosts is not original at all! But it's still a fun game to play! I've seen so many news about the PS4 and Xbox One graphics… Well, unless you're playing both version side-by-side, the Xbox One looks amazing and very smooth:) Solo campaign is a little short but still… while waiting for other shooter on the Xbox One, COD is the game!
  26. MosesMania
    Dec 5, 2013
    3
    This game is a poorly crafted mess with clunky and irresponsive controls. The story line is completely cliche and offers nothing new to the experienced FPS players leaving you with nothing but a bad taste in the mouth. The multiplayer aims to insult your intelligence as it thrusts you into an instant loss scenario where you are given pitiful weapons and are constantly at the mercy of theThis game is a poorly crafted mess with clunky and irresponsive controls. The story line is completely cliche and offers nothing new to the experienced FPS players leaving you with nothing but a bad taste in the mouth. The multiplayer aims to insult your intelligence as it thrusts you into an instant loss scenario where you are given pitiful weapons and are constantly at the mercy of the higher ranks merely because you just started. I feel like this game almost makes you far stupider while playing it with enough mindless action to rival bashing your skull against a brick wall which would hurt far less than this monstrosity of a game.… Expand
  27. LLCOOLJONAH
    Dec 4, 2013
    10
    you guys need to get over yourselves you have to admit it is a good game so stop being so negative and be positive. The people out there in the reviews that gave it a 7, 8,9,or 10 thank you it means a lot to me and other people.
  28. Theotherguys
    Dec 3, 2013
    0
    The multiplayer is the worse ever! the maps are way too big. the lag and hit detection is garbage. the killstreaks suck. everything about this game is crap. there is a guy on youtube search for theassistman who gives a very good review of how bad this game is. do not waste your money on this game you will be sorry and wont play it after a few days. i tried to like it like others but thatsThe multiplayer is the worse ever! the maps are way too big. the lag and hit detection is garbage. the killstreaks suck. everything about this game is crap. there is a guy on youtube search for theassistman who gives a very good review of how bad this game is. do not waste your money on this game you will be sorry and wont play it after a few days. i tried to like it like others but thats just not possible. i wish i could give this game a -10! Oh and there is no dedicated servers like they said!… Expand
  29. FaTaLFrontRow
    Dec 2, 2013
    0
    Its bad when the campaign is the only enjoyable part of a COD game. Maps are trash, don't even get me started on how bad the spawn system is, and oh yeah it takes 2 full clips to kill a dog (5 kill streak) but 3 bullets to kill a human. Also, if you get into a game with bad connectoin you will die without seeing any bullets leave the enemies gun. I have played COD more than any otherIts bad when the campaign is the only enjoyable part of a COD game. Maps are trash, don't even get me started on how bad the spawn system is, and oh yeah it takes 2 full clips to kill a dog (5 kill streak) but 3 bullets to kill a human. Also, if you get into a game with bad connectoin you will die without seeing any bullets leave the enemies gun. I have played COD more than any other game since Black Ops, but I can honestly say that this game has turned me into a Battlefield fan. I will never buy another IW COD game, and will be trading this in as soon as anything that looks remotely good is released for Xbox One.… Expand
  30. swagcray
    Dec 2, 2013
    0
    Ghost is the worst call of duty in the call of duty franchise. Huge ass and the worst maps that promotes camping. IED? What the is that You cant even avoid it. You can get a dog with 4 kills wtf. a A k9 unit in bo2 is like 17 straight kills and gets as much kill as the guard dog. You can't even see a thing in ghost. It is so hard to see. You can be in one place and get shot from 10Ghost is the worst call of duty in the call of duty franchise. Huge ass and the worst maps that promotes camping. IED? What the is that You cant even avoid it. You can get a dog with 4 kills wtf. a A k9 unit in bo2 is like 17 straight kills and gets as much kill as the guard dog. You can't even see a thing in ghost. It is so hard to see. You can be in one place and get shot from 10 different directions. I would be running around the map trying to find someone forever and then i would get shot from behind The spawns are HORRIBLE. I would walk 2 steps and get kill. Sometimes I would even spawn behind an enemy. Huge maps but few places to spawn really. Infinity Ward made a big deal about some stupid dog that only shows up like twice in the campaign. Who gives a about the ai control fish when you get close to them just make the multiplayer right that is what people buy the game for. They took us people's favorite game mode like demoltion, hardpoint, ctf.… Expand
  31. heyooooo5
    Dec 1, 2013
    0
    What can I say. It's a Call of Duty game. There has been no change in gameplay, no new things you can do, same old graphics, poor storyline, terrible community, and easy as ever. Oh, and to top it all off, they ruined the one thing they had going for them, survival. They put in aliens! Seriously, its a version of zombies. If you want a shooter that has more options then running andWhat can I say. It's a Call of Duty game. There has been no change in gameplay, no new things you can do, same old graphics, poor storyline, terrible community, and easy as ever. Oh, and to top it all off, they ruined the one thing they had going for them, survival. They put in aliens! Seriously, its a version of zombies. If you want a shooter that has more options then running and shooting, try the new battlefield. Or something else.… Expand
  32. baktor
    Nov 30, 2013
    6
    The campaign is short and has a new story that is interesting. The multiplayer runs smooth and joins games quickly. It doesn't really have much new to it. It feels more like the Black Ops weapon buying. The game seems to have stopped in visual enhancement and doesn't quite feel next gen. Extinction mode is pretty straightforward and interesting, but repetitive. It would be a 7 andThe campaign is short and has a new story that is interesting. The multiplayer runs smooth and joins games quickly. It doesn't really have much new to it. It feels more like the Black Ops weapon buying. The game seems to have stopped in visual enhancement and doesn't quite feel next gen. Extinction mode is pretty straightforward and interesting, but repetitive. It would be a 7 and completely playable game is if didn't feel like it looked worse than Black Ops 2.… Expand
  33. Pmass3129
    Nov 30, 2013
    5
    Meh, nothing new from the xbox 360 version. Pretty pointless buy for your xbox one. Not a bad game, but you know what you're getting with COD. I doubt these reviews even matter for 90% of COD players. If it was a life or death decision between this and BF4 on the xbox one, I would take BF4 ten times out of ten.
  34. Warlford
    Nov 29, 2013
    0
    It's a joke Activision has just create a game for money. This game is a joke, the graphisms are just and the single payer mode is very bad I'm not talking about the multiplayer mode so it's very disappointing For me Activison mocks player
  35. Hutsby69
    Nov 28, 2013
    0
    Awful game, taken it back a few years, worst in the series by a long way, nothing good to say about it at all, the multiplayer is really inconsistent, the campaign is boring and for people that say it's a CoD game, expect it to be what CoD is all about, you're wrong, it's barely similar to any of the MW games of BO2
  36. DaveyBinkers
    Nov 28, 2013
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm sad to say that COD has completely run it's course. This iteration is so poorly done on so many levels. The campaign is laughable and unimaginative. The multiplayer is the same warmed over, regurgitated garbage Activision has been selling for years.
    Mechanically, the game is next to broken. The lag is enough to make you throw your controller and the map design is awful.
    It disappoints graphically as well. This game certainly doesn't have a next-gen look or feel.

    In my opinion, you should save your $60 unless you simply can't live one year without your call of duty fix.    … Expand
  37. Ordish
    Nov 27, 2013
    9
    I was wary of getting this game having been totally disappointed with MW3. However, after playing it since release day, I can honestly say this is a very good game even compared to older games in the franchise. Let me say up front that I find the maps to be a little too chaotic and big for the size of the teams but that is where my negatives end. Overall, the mechanics of the game are whatI was wary of getting this game having been totally disappointed with MW3. However, after playing it since release day, I can honestly say this is a very good game even compared to older games in the franchise. Let me say up front that I find the maps to be a little too chaotic and big for the size of the teams but that is where my negatives end. Overall, the mechanics of the game are what you expect from COD. The addition of clan wars and squads bring something for every type of player and skill base. Extinction is very well done and a refreshing change from zombies. Don't get me wrong, I loved zombies but the theme is getting kind of old. If not for the maps, I would have easily given this a 10.… Expand
  38. IvanPFilho
    Nov 27, 2013
    1
    O jogo aquela coisa, mais do mesmo. O mesmo jogo CoD:BO2 com a história um pouco diferente. Black Ops 2 foi muito melhor. O CoD:Ghots realmente está um lixo, gráficos feios, mal produzido, armas fracas. Um fiasco!
  39. VanillaSkyNY
    Nov 27, 2013
    6
    Without question the reason I'm back into gaming on the next generation of consoles. Did it live up to the hype? Yes and no. Multilayer... silky smooth graphics and 60 fps does go down ever so well. Decent maps, invariably there are a couple of stinkers, Siege in particular, but also a few beauties like Octane. I think the character customisation was over played here, somewhatWithout question the reason I'm back into gaming on the next generation of consoles. Did it live up to the hype? Yes and no. Multilayer... silky smooth graphics and 60 fps does go down ever so well. Decent maps, invariably there are a couple of stinkers, Siege in particular, but also a few beauties like Octane. I think the character customisation was over played here, somewhat disappointed by it with limited options especially in the early stages. No theatre mode is also a thumbs down. Ranking up also takes forever and a day and is a little frustrating too. The graphics are great, but by no means the best of the best. Best call of duty ever? No. But saying that, this game has been beaten up badly by reviewers and this is undeserved. Don't expect to stay alive very long until you have your wits about you, without question the quickest time to die from the last 4 COD's in Multilayer. Spawning is a bit all over the place at times too.

    One of the biggest and most noticable improvements is that I have expereinced almost no lag and I don't think I've ever had trouble getting into a lobby once, which cannot be said of my BF4 experience so far. The pick ten system is back and does seem to work really well. Nicely balance and nothing is extremely overpowered in my opinion but there certainly some guns that handle better than others. The field orders offer a nice little twist to game play however these devil-some blue briefcases are somewhat watched by the casual camper or sniper so are fraught with danger in collection them on occasion. The stand out diamond in the crown is the map Stonehaven, it looks amazing, however in terms of playing it is sometimes becomes a needle in the haystack looking for someone to kill or being frustratingly being sniped from the back of beyond. The game play itself is incredibly smooth and beautiful to play. It really is great.

    There is work to be done here though, this game has brought little to none innovation if you dismiss squads and extinction. But having said all of this, it's a must have purchase for the FPS genre.    … Expand
  40. SMcNu715
    Nov 26, 2013
    8
    Ok people, let's get a few facts straight here:

    1. This is a last gen game, running on a last gen engine, on a next gen console. That being sad, it looks damn near close to the 360 version, just with better gun and character models and more fancy effects. 2. This game runs at 720p upscaled to 1080p. If you looked at two of the same TV's, running both at the same time, you won't be    Ok people, let's get a few facts straight here:

    1. This is a last gen game, running on a last gen engine, on a next gen console. That being sad, it looks damn near close to the 360 version, just with better gun and character models and more fancy effects.

    2. This game runs at 720p upscaled to 1080p. If you looked at two of the same TV's, running both at the same time, you won't be able to tell the difference.

    3. This game runs flawlessly, don't let other people tell you otherwise.

    4. This is Duty, if you love Duty, you'll love this game. If you don't, you won't.

    It really is that simple. Clearly, I like Duty.    … Expand
  41. Eggroll
    Nov 26, 2013
    8
    Its A CoD game, you either love it or hate it. The formula is solid but becoming stale. The games is fun and fast paced, there is not much more you can do to make it any better without changing the game entirely.
  42. frayne182
    Nov 25, 2013
    8
    MP remains the same which most love, but some hate. It adds a new level of customization that many find confusing at first. The MP is filled with the usual. Maps are to big, spawn points are bad, etc. That should get patched and fixed down the road, but we will see.

    Single player was more fun then I thought. I initially read reviews of how the single player story was terrible, but I did    MP remains the same which most love, but some hate. It adds a new level of customization that many find confusing at first. The MP is filled with the usual. Maps are to big, spawn points are bad, etc. That should get patched and fixed down the road, but we will see.

    Single player was more fun then I thought. I initially read reviews of how the single player story was terrible, but I did enjoy it and looks pretty good on the Xbox One. The story has some cheesy moments, but it still is interesting enough to make you keep playing. It also mixes up the game types. At one point you are in space having a fire fight. Another you are scuba diving and being stealthy. Works well and keeps you interested.

    I give it an 8 out of 10 because the story is fun, but the MP needs some work.    … Expand
  43. DuffCal
    Nov 25, 2013
    9
    First of all I have never submitted a review online before but I feel that Call of Duty: Ghost is getting a bad rap. This may not be the best Call of Duty of all time but it is far from bad unlike most of the reviews that it is getting. I have owned every Call of Duty since Modern Warfare and this game is up to par with all the IW games. Yes the maps are bigger and it has a slightlyFirst of all I have never submitted a review online before but I feel that Call of Duty: Ghost is getting a bad rap. This may not be the best Call of Duty of all time but it is far from bad unlike most of the reviews that it is getting. I have owned every Call of Duty since Modern Warfare and this game is up to par with all the IW games. Yes the maps are bigger and it has a slightly different feel but it does not take long to get use to.

    Overall I am very happy with Ghosts and quite impressed with the power of XBOX One. I would recommend this game to any Call of Duty or FPS fan.    … Expand
  44. jthiel09
    Nov 25, 2013
    7
    It's nothing new in terms of game play, but it's the solid formula that CoD fans should love. Personally I was turned off from CoD after Modern Warfare 2 and thought I'd give this a go and I haven't been disappointed. The graphics aren't next-gen yet, obviously with this being built essentially first on last-gen tech, but they still are very solid. The potential for a game like this to beIt's nothing new in terms of game play, but it's the solid formula that CoD fans should love. Personally I was turned off from CoD after Modern Warfare 2 and thought I'd give this a go and I haven't been disappointed. The graphics aren't next-gen yet, obviously with this being built essentially first on last-gen tech, but they still are very solid. The potential for a game like this to be developed from ground up on a next-gen console is exciting and if they can change it up in some shape or fashion it will be awesome. They are going to have to to keep up with Titanfall come March, but CoD never truly goes away so I'm sure they have something up there sleeves.… Expand
  45. lococableguy67
    Nov 24, 2013
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Graphics: 7/10
    Single Player: 4/10
    Online: 8/10
    Gameplay: 6/10
    Replay value: 4/10
    Product Value: $50.00
    Cinematics: 7/10
    Narrative: 5/10
    Characters: 3/10
    Story line: 4/10

    The graphics are noticeably different from any other call of duty game, being that it's on the Xbox One. The single player is very un-realistic and supplies a very rigid, easy to play feel.
    The online provides some fun with very different maps and some interactive map pieces. The downside being a small variety of weapons, awful weapon/perk unlock system, and a bad squad system.
    The gameplay is smooth and has decent transitioning. Making movement and shooting seem rather polished.
    The replay value is low, as the story line is boring and predictable.
    The game is not worth $60.00 due to the poor story line, but more so $50.00 due to the new Extinction mode and a decent online.
    As a call of duty, the game is meant to be cinematic, but the lack of effort to create cinematics (such as using the same scenes from old call of duty's), and the predictability of the cinematics, deducts a few points.
    The game isn't very narrative, and is more so a listen and shoot, rather than a co-operate and understand.
    The characters aren't at all interactive, and you don't get any feel or understanding for any of them.
    The story line is slow, predictable, and easy on any difficulty.

    *SPOILER* The game is essentially Star Wars, as through the game, the only two other interactive characters are shot and/or killed, and then you are turned to (the dark side) to become a Ghost Hunter.    … Expand
  46. kingraven24
    Nov 24, 2013
    7
    As much as I hate to say it, because I've been super frustrated with Black Ops 2, but Call of Duty: Ghosts isn't half bad. It's nothing new and does almost nothing more on the Xbox One compared to its "lesser" Xbox 360 sibling, but it still manages to be a better Call of Duty than I thought it would be. It's clear that Infinity Ward is a bit lost on where to take this game. It offers noAs much as I hate to say it, because I've been super frustrated with Black Ops 2, but Call of Duty: Ghosts isn't half bad. It's nothing new and does almost nothing more on the Xbox One compared to its "lesser" Xbox 360 sibling, but it still manages to be a better Call of Duty than I thought it would be. It's clear that Infinity Ward is a bit lost on where to take this game. It offers no increase in scale, no new vehicular combat, an obviously-dated graphics engine that barely offers HD content (in 720p), inconsistent connectivity (at times anyways), and another campaign and story that try to be big and apocalyptic yet feel a bit ho-hum. Lets face it, Modern Warfare and MW2 were the pinnacle of Call of Duty. Since then, it's been the same game trading releases between two development studios. Perhaps it's time to get some fresh blood in the house. I heard that this game was a bit rushed and that IW didn't have time to properly drop a next-gen title for launch. If that's so, there may be hope for this franchise. Ghosts can be fun, but it only stands out at all amidst a group of new games on a new console because it feels familiar when other titles can be a bit foreign or jarring at times. You might actually like this game, but no guarantees.… Expand
  47. ConnKon
    Nov 23, 2013
    0
    it's Modern Warfare 2, but with dogs. How do they get away with releasing the same game over and over? Activision pays reviewers to give an 8 or higher, so don't trust the flawed score on the left. ex-IGN employees actually admitted that they get paid to give a higher score. Due to this, it being a copy of CoD4 (over and over) and the fact that this franchise has destroyed the online FPSit's Modern Warfare 2, but with dogs. How do they get away with releasing the same game over and over? Activision pays reviewers to give an 8 or higher, so don't trust the flawed score on the left. ex-IGN employees actually admitted that they get paid to give a higher score. Due to this, it being a copy of CoD4 (over and over) and the fact that this franchise has destroyed the online FPS genre, I give it 0/10… Expand
  48. BearzYo
    Nov 23, 2013
    0
    It's CoD. Painfully easy even on the hardest of settings and the multi player is as it was before.

    I'm glad I finished this at a mates to save myself the purchase as I was considering it what with the new consoles. All in all, if you like CoD games, you'll like the newest CoD game, if you dislike CoD games, you'll likely dislike CoD games. The same goes for if you are indifferent    It's CoD. Painfully easy even on the hardest of settings and the multi player is as it was before.

    I'm glad I finished this at a mates to save myself the purchase as I was considering it what with the new consoles.

    All in all, if you like CoD games, you'll like the newest CoD game, if you dislike CoD games, you'll likely dislike CoD games. The same goes for if you are indifferent about the CoD series. It really doesn't change anything that the series does, but then, why would it?    … Expand
  49. Temperance10
    Nov 22, 2013
    5
    This game excellent for those who hate change. If you enjoyed literally any other Call of Duty game in the past you will find something to like about this one.

    But if you're looking for something innovative, progressive, or creative I'd look elsewhere.
  50. ChunkYCh33s3
    Nov 22, 2013
    8
    PEOPLE!!! why are you hating so much on this game? Yes its not a brilliant game but its not a bad one. Its hard to see where Call Of Duty goes from here.

    Campaign- Bo2 campiagn was very good. The COD ghosts campaign is combines some epic moments with good storytelling. The campaign is very replayable. Its not a brilliant campiagn either. It is quite predictable but fun to play.    PEOPLE!!! why are you hating so much on this game? Yes its not a brilliant game but its not a bad one. Its hard to see where Call Of Duty goes from here.

    Campaign- Bo2 campiagn was very good. The COD ghosts campaign is combines some epic moments with good storytelling. The campaign is very replayable. Its not a brilliant campiagn either. It is quite predictable but fun to play.

    Multiplayer- The core of COD. Adds nothing new in all honesty, its fun to play and IW have stuck to the "dont fix whats broken" method. Graphics are very good.

    If you are a COD veteran this is nothing new.    … Expand
  51. SeaSpider
    Nov 21, 2013
    7
    Yes, I have played the Xbox One version (have the white console) so this isn't a 360 review. Overall, it's pretty much nothing more than yet another CoD game. This is either a great or terrible thing depending on how much you like CoD. This game is to console games what the Avengers or Iron Man are to movies: big budget, sequel driven entertainment but not a whole lot of originality orYes, I have played the Xbox One version (have the white console) so this isn't a 360 review. Overall, it's pretty much nothing more than yet another CoD game. This is either a great or terrible thing depending on how much you like CoD. This game is to console games what the Avengers or Iron Man are to movies: big budget, sequel driven entertainment but not a whole lot of originality or depth. Again, not a criticism but merely an observation. Nothing wrong with liking art house films AND big budget FX films. Same is true for gaming and while this game breaks nothing in the way of new ground it's still good fun. I haven't played through the entire single player campaign yet (I have a life) but so for it's typical over-the-top bordering on science fiction story telling that can't be taken too seriously. The graphics are amazing, the game play is typical "run down the hall and shoot everything in front of you" stuff. Haven't tried MP yet because obviously there are not a lot of people out there yet and I've only had my One for a few days now and have 5 other titles I wanted to try out. I know this all sounds very ho-hum but there you have it. If you like CoD this probably won't disappoint. If you're already tired of CoD this isn't going to change your mind. As for being on the One, the graphics are noticeably better than on the 360 though hardly a major upgrade. I wouldn't hinge my console purchasing decisions on this title.… Expand
  52. TheStoebZ
    Nov 21, 2013
    2
    All this game had going for it was a decent multi-player that was just like it's predecessors. Now, keep in mind, I played this game up to level 56 MP and have what I'd like to think is a decent amount of experience with it.

    My conclusion is that it is stale and boring. Just like MW3. Just like MW2. Maybe I just enjoy Treyarch's adaptions a bit more. Even then, this game is getting    All this game had going for it was a decent multi-player that was just like it's predecessors. Now, keep in mind, I played this game up to level 56 MP and have what I'd like to think is a decent amount of experience with it.

    My conclusion is that it is stale and boring. Just like MW3. Just like MW2. Maybe I just enjoy Treyarch's adaptions a bit more. Even then, this game is getting dull to the point of hilarity.

    If you want a real "next-gen" shooter, it's obvious you'll want to pick up Battlefield 4.    … Expand
  53. evin_deitrick
    Nov 20, 2013
    10
    This game is great and people are giving it bad reviews because they're simply bad at it. Many people argue that its the same game and there is nothing new? Well welcome to a series, if it's broke don't fix it?
    The visuals on its game are fantastic; however it isn't in 1080p i'd rather play steady at 60fps on the X1 at 720p than have my frame rate dropping on the ps4.
  54. SchroederRock
    Nov 19, 2013
    7
    Call of Duty has become a bit of a stale franchise, and it was with Ghosts that the typicality of the series would be altered and the franchise brought into new territory. Unfortunately, Ghosts does little, if anything, to come off as a fresh reboot for the CoD franchise. It is basically Modern Warfare 3 with a somewhat better graphics engine. Still, with every "been there, done that"Call of Duty has become a bit of a stale franchise, and it was with Ghosts that the typicality of the series would be altered and the franchise brought into new territory. Unfortunately, Ghosts does little, if anything, to come off as a fresh reboot for the CoD franchise. It is basically Modern Warfare 3 with a somewhat better graphics engine. Still, with every "been there, done that" moment you'll find, there's the unshakable notion that this is the Call of Duty that we've known for years reaching its absolute peak. The multiplayer is perhaps the most balanced and well thought out of the franchise. The levels are some of the best, and largest in number & variety, ever conceived. The customization is so much deeper than ever before. However, as a launch title for all next-generation platforms, Call of Duty doesn't really earn the moniker "next-gen". As Infinity Ward's Executive Producer Mark Rubin let on to in a recent interview, the true next-gen CoD experience is still to come. Lets hope that Ghosts is the pinnacle of what was and that what is to come is every bit as glorious as CoD4: Modern Warfare was when it hit our now previous-generation consoles.… Expand
  55. Mando44646
    Nov 19, 2013
    2
    This game still runs on the CoD4 engine and is nothing but a reskin with a half assed campaign as always. Avoid it and get a better next gen game for your money
  56. eosiodfnmoifne
    Nov 19, 2013
    0
    It's the same damn game every single year. Crowded tiny maps. No recoil. 3-4 hits to kill. Melee is stronger than bullets (one hit knife kill). Ridiculous campaign that belongs in a cheesy movie. LAST GEN graphics. This game attracts braindead teenagers, lonely old men, and miserable men who neglect their families.
  57. SaleenS7TT
    Nov 19, 2013
    10
    People need to stop giving it such bad scores, it's a good game... 7.5-8 in reality. So much trollin' going on about graphics too, I bet you won't tell when playing PS4 vs. Xbox One. I have both and not sure which to get yet, mainly based on what friends get it for.
  58. xxAntag0nisTxx
    Nov 19, 2013
    10
    The amount of trolls that haven't even played this, yet post a 0 is pathetic.

    That is why the "user reviews" section of meta-critic is now a joke- especially given a big series which attracts either so much love or so much hate. At leas the critic reviews give a better overview of a game.
  59. RicardoPereira
    Nov 18, 2013
    10
    Giving it a 10 because 2 trolls who havent even played the Xbox One version have already troll reviewed the xbox one version... its a cod game that plays like cod..if you like cod then this is cod.. a fun arcade casual
  60. Hellbender45
    Nov 18, 2013
    4
    They claim it is next-gen yet it isn't much different from the first Modern Warfare.The singleplayer story is okay as usual but the MP doesn't add anything new to the FPS genre and the dogs are unnecessary.Just the annual cash grab I guess.It's almost worth it for the new zombie mode co-op if you want to have fun with a friend or 2.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. Games Master UK
    Dec 19, 2013
    78
    Brave in places, safe in others, Ghosts will delight fans but won't sway anyone with doubts. [Jan 2014, p.74]
  2. Meristation
    Nov 13, 2013
    75
    Infinity Ward has lost capacity, it's out of ideas. Call of Duty: Ghosts is the same blast of scripts in single-player and the conventional formula in multiplayer. That's all. Fun and addictive as always, this game is silent in your Call of Duty collection, it leaves no trace.
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  3. AusGamers
    Nov 12, 2013
    69
    Call of Duty: Ghosts is a mess of a game. That’s not to say that it’s nonfunctional or bad to play, rather, it loses sight of its core principles and eschews an amazing opportunity with the advent of our transition to next-gen, as well as being the first true IW CoD sans Zampella and West, through poorly constructed (and utilised) tech, half-assed delivery of modes and a single-player campaign that sets the series back more than a few years.
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