Call of Duty: Ghosts

 Xbox One
User Score
4.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 766 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 219 out of 766
  2. Mixed: 166 out of 766
  3. Negative: 381 out of 766
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. 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.
  2. 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
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  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. 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.
  9. Agentbb007
    Jan 22, 2014
    10
    I love the CoD series and this one does not disappoint. The addition of the dog is a great. The campaign story was very interesting and I was genuinely interested in how it would end.Multiplayer is great as usual and the gameplay is super smooth. If you love first person shooters you will love CoD.
  10. hosseinbrusli
    Mar 13, 2014
    10
    nice nice nice ! nice nice nice ! nice nice nice ! nice nice nice ! nice nice nice ! nice nice nice ! nice nice nice !nice nice nice ! nice nice nice !
  11. Chicken_Curry
    Apr 8, 2014
    10
    best Game Ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  12. Joe2539
    Jan 6, 2023
    10
    Very Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good Good
  13. Razv
    Apr 28, 2014
    9
    Great game! Loved the single player. It combines great graphics with varied gameplay and a decent story. As for the multiplayer, personally I didn't like it because of the chaotic type of gameplay, however, it's not something that really matters to me when I chose to buy a game.
  14. 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
  15. mattryan49
    Feb 25, 2014
    9
    call of duty continuous to do what it does best with Ghosts and that is to release a Blockbuster thriller of a single player, a fun crazy co-op mode and a ridiculous arena styled multiplayer. All of these elements this year to me were very top notch. i loved the single player and i cannot wait for Ghosts 2, the multiplayer to me felt kinda fresh this time around i cant put my finger on itcall of duty continuous to do what it does best with Ghosts and that is to release a Blockbuster thriller of a single player, a fun crazy co-op mode and a ridiculous arena styled multiplayer. All of these elements this year to me were very top notch. i loved the single player and i cannot wait for Ghosts 2, the multiplayer to me felt kinda fresh this time around i cant put my finger on it because the only noticeable difference to me is that its become even easier to die. and the New extinction mode is a great new idea to replace the worn out zombie mode. So many people complain about call of duty's graphics compared to battlefield 4. well heres the thing i was delightfully surprised by COD's graphics and disappointed by battlefields. Not saying COD had better but i was expecting less from COD and the world from battlefield and when battlefield couldn't meet the task it was disappointing and when you are in space on call of duty its absolutely beautiful. Because call of duty is such a well rounded game this year I'm giving it a 9/10 no its not perfect but i enjoyed all parts of it where in battlefield the multiplayer wasn't perfect and the single player was far far from it.… Expand
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. sointex
    Feb 8, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The internet has a metaphorical stick up its butt when it comes to COD, but hating on this game, Ghosts, because it's part of a series (one of the most successful) is illogical. I don't understand how a gamer could rate this game below a 6 if they are honest and unbiased with themselves and the game itself.

    Campaign: The campaign, although relatively formulaic, linear, and standard for an FPS, was entertaining, thrilling, and at moments breath-taking. I know that sounds like hyperbole, but Infinity-Ward delivered in some key moments. *SPOILERS AHEAD* There were several memorable parts where I was legitimately surprised at what was happening on screen, most notably was the level where you're in a city in a valley and a dam is destroyed to flood you out. You can watch the missiles hit the dam, destroy it over a mile away and watch the water rush into the city towards you, if you don't move off the main street, you can literally watch the water approach until you get washed away. Later in the level you are crouching below the surface of a flooded city and stealth killing soldiers from underneath. The stealth mission inside the Federation capital is also awesome. And the KEM strikes which decimate LA in the first mission were also pretty jaw-dropping.

    Multi-player: If you don't enjoy twitch-reaction arcade shooters, then this game isn't for you. But as far as twitch-reaction shooters go, this is the best one out there. The game is fair and very well-balanced. There is a counter for every single set up. Is the other team running 4 snipers? There's a whole new class of semi-auto weapons "Marksman Rifles" that have quicker ADS (Aim Down Sight) times and higher rates of fire than snipers, which if used correctly, can flush snipers out of any area. The Support kill-streak reward system allows for beginners to play a more supportive/conservative role and yet still offer significant benefits to your team in any gametype because your streak persists after death.

    The maps are generally larger than COD maps have been in the past, especially Black Ops 2. This is opens up the field of loadouts that you see people running. AR's are the "go-to" guns, but they can be out-classed by SMG's, if the SMG's stick to corners and stay out of long sight lines, and snipers and marksman rifles, if you stay at range and hold down choke points and critical regions of the maps. Shotguns seem to be serve few functions except on the smaller maps, (which I personally have no problem with). The spawn logic also seems to have a few issues. You may notice getting killed and then spawning very near to the player who just killed you.

    Overall, the game is very fair and balanced, and rewards teamwork and communication very well, as it should. You might see a person "go-off" in a TDM game and think Ghosts and COD is all lone-wolf, but that is definitely not the case.

    Graphics: The graphics are excellent (I've played the 360 and Xbone versions). The detail and design in the levels is superb, and the lighting effects in the Xbone version are awesome. The surfaces and textures do not react to light as well as would be liked, but they are still visually appealing. It's not the best looking game, and I was never jaw-droppingly "wow-ed" at the graphics, but I still consider them excellent. The visuals are overall, very consistent, and therefore allow you to "get into" the game world and almost never lose immersion.    … Expand
  19. Firebird4477
    Apr 8, 2014
    9
    Best cod since mw2 hands down. It has amazing extinction mode, amazing campaign, and even a pretty good mp.it brings a whole new change to cod. The DLCs are always good, and it's worth the money
  20. AUDIOS1AVE
    Dec 11, 2014
    9
    Fun but short Campaign. Multiplayer is a lot of fun. Don't get why people give such low scores. I mean the game as a whole is great. But if it is based off of just the multiplayer then you are getting their same experience as the other cods with a few differences.
  21. Skurttish
    Dec 21, 2020
    9
    This is only a review for the single player campaign, which is all I’ve played.

    I’ve played several of these campaigns, and so far this is my favorite. The gameplay is varied and exciting, with lots of missions feeling totally different from one another, which keeps everything really fresh—and the story! The story was really entertaining. I didn’t expect it to be as good as it was, but it    This is only a review for the single player campaign, which is all I’ve played.

    I’ve played several of these campaigns, and so far this is my favorite. The gameplay is varied and exciting, with lots of missions feeling totally different from one another, which keeps everything really fresh—and the story! The story was really entertaining. I didn’t expect it to be as good as it was, but it was a very pleasant surprise. Really good action game.

    There were some bits that were really challenging, and for that I dropped a point. Honestly, some parts could have used a few fewer enemy shooters.

    But that’s my only complaint. I made it through eventually, and I’m glad I did. I recommend it.    … Expand
  22. tay2
    Jul 23, 2021
    9
    Call of duty ghosts is the best campaign I've ever seen and I want to see more of the call of duty ghosts campaign. And the multiplayer is alright but I think in ghosts two it will be new and improved and so as extinction. Call of duty ghosts is Fun and exciting and I can't wait for there to be a part two to the storyline
  23. TheChaser1985
    Jun 17, 2015
    8
    Call of Duty: Ghosts is actually a pretty decent game. I don't understand the hate. I'm one of those who actually HATES Advanced Warfare. Ghosts multiplayer is actually REALLY solid and the story is pretty good too. Not great, but good. I do not like the co-op mode.
  24. 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.
  25. legoman775
    Jan 4, 2014
    8
    before i even start reviewing over 80% of the negative people that reviewed this are trolls and Battlefield lovers that hate COD games but anyways this game is a lotbetter than the other COD games it's multiplayer is a lot better than it normally is and Campaign seems a little better than normal however i'm still unsure weather i like or dislike the the aliens mode it's really wierd whenbefore i even start reviewing over 80% of the negative people that reviewed this are trolls and Battlefield lovers that hate COD games but anyways this game is a lotbetter than the other COD games it's multiplayer is a lot better than it normally is and Campaign seems a little better than normal however i'm still unsure weather i like or dislike the the aliens mode it's really wierd when you first play it but after a while it is actually a lot of fun to play with your friends still would have liked zombies but this is still ok so i'm going to give this a 8/10 because i really enjoyed this game it's a lot of fun and worth the money on next gen consols BUY IT… Expand
  26. 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
  27. JamesDeLuca
    Feb 4, 2014
    8
    FPS done right. The shooting mechanics are so fluent. The campaign is exciting and investing. Call of duty does it right. For me this is a major step up from black-ops 2. This is the best shooter available for Xbox one, today.
  28. 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
  29. 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
  30. 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
prev
Page:

Awards & Rankings

4
#4 Best Xbox One Game of 2013
4
#4 Most Discussed Xbox One Game of 2013
7
#7 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2013

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
Metascore
78

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.
    Read full review
  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.
    Read full review
See all critic reviews »