Call of Duty: Ghosts

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4.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 766 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 166 out of 766
  3. Negative: 381 out of 766
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  1. crazayman123
    Jun 3, 2015
    3
    WHY IS THIS ON NEXT-GEN? It has no purpose. Not only that, its also a crappy game anyways, making this "Next-Gen" version WORSE. I would at least give the Last-Gen version a 5.
  2. canonshooter45
    Mar 21, 2014
    6
    Call of Duty Ghosts is probably the worst COD yet. I was not impressed enough with the "next-gen" claims on the graphics. The worst part of all is the voice acting. I was irritated every time the character Elias who is played by Stephan Lang voice would be herd. He makes a horrible narrator and the overall his voice acting just sounded so pompous. The other reason why I am giving this gameCall of Duty Ghosts is probably the worst COD yet. I was not impressed enough with the "next-gen" claims on the graphics. The worst part of all is the voice acting. I was irritated every time the character Elias who is played by Stephan Lang voice would be herd. He makes a horrible narrator and the overall his voice acting just sounded so pompous. The other reason why I am giving this game a low 6 is that the game play did not suck me in as the previous COD's. I just wanted to finish the game already so I wouldn't waste my 60 bucks.

    This game would have been a lot better if it had better voice acting and improved graphics.    … Expand
  3. RiuHirigata
    Mar 24, 2014
    1
    I fully agree with the low ranking user scores based on how the game plays. I have leveled up 3 characters complete just because I didn't have anything further to do but the game play is lagging in a bunch of areas. It is the exact same game as previous games. I rarely ever play it on Xbox One and the 360 copy is just collecting dust. This game is just a failure to me anyway as far asI fully agree with the low ranking user scores based on how the game plays. I have leveled up 3 characters complete just because I didn't have anything further to do but the game play is lagging in a bunch of areas. It is the exact same game as previous games. I rarely ever play it on Xbox One and the 360 copy is just collecting dust. This game is just a failure to me anyway as far as game play goes. You can add new maps and try to spice it up but it's just one boring game now. I think I have had more fun playing Monopoly on Xbox 360 then COD Ghost. I mean I love games and my freaking gamer score is close to hitting 50,000. If you're looking for a good game then go pick up TitanFall or BF 4 and just bypass this game.… Expand
  4. TrigunNinja
    Apr 7, 2014
    0
    This sucks. I have played all of the COD games and this one by far changed some but not enough. I would like to see them change a lot... The ability to go into buildings, go up on the roofs ability to climb anything... COME ON same crap different title!!!
  5. CalvinA5
    Apr 12, 2014
    0
    this is activisiom's death wish, yet one of their biggest income source. ladies and gentelmen i present to to you Call of Duty: Ghost the 21st century sh!t stain
  6. SoleWhistle1804
    Apr 24, 2014
    2
    Incredibly dissapointing game. The only good thing in this game is the campaign mode which I slightly enjoyed.
    The multiplayer used to be the best part of the Call Of Duty franchise, but in this game it is utter garbage. You take 3 bullets and you're dead. What happened to the tactical Call Of Duty that we all knew and loved?
    You really can't be that tactical in this game. Once someone    Incredibly dissapointing game. The only good thing in this game is the campaign mode which I slightly enjoyed.
    The multiplayer used to be the best part of the Call Of Duty franchise, but in this game it is utter garbage. You take 3 bullets and you're dead. What happened to the tactical Call Of Duty that we all knew and loved?
    You really can't be that tactical in this game. Once someone sees you, you're dead. That's it.
    Also, this game is pretty much pay to win. They are selling this rifle called the 'Maverick' and it just kills people within nanoseconds of pulling the trigger.
    The only reason critics are saying that this game is good because they're either being paid (IGN) or they only care about the graphics. I really couldn't care less about the graphics if the gameplay is brilliant but that simply is just not the case here.
    A disgraceful game. I will not be recommending this game to anyone. I regret buying this garbage.    … Expand
  7. FavoriteCritic
    May 2, 2014
    1
    If your a fan of this franchise you will be sorely disappointed how far ghosts has not come. This is basically just an older COD with a new paint job that really needs it's game mechanics fixed. The list of problems with this game are simply far too lengthily to repeat here. Check their forum for the numerous unfixed problems. Spend a little time on this game and you will see that sellingIf your a fan of this franchise you will be sorely disappointed how far ghosts has not come. This is basically just an older COD with a new paint job that really needs it's game mechanics fixed. The list of problems with this game are simply far too lengthily to repeat here. Check their forum for the numerous unfixed problems. Spend a little time on this game and you will see that selling DLC's like maps, camos, weapons, etc. is the companys main focus and providing satisfying game play is at the bottom of the list. At least rent before you decide to buy. I think you'll discover, like a considerable chunk of past COD players, that Titanfall has surpassed Ghosts in exciting first person shooting experience.… Expand
  8. enderfilms910
    Jun 10, 2014
    5
    this game is ok. in multiplayer there are alot of s##ty killstreaks and it is annoying when people kill you with overpowered weapons. Extinction is kinda fun with friend but not random f##kheads who teabag you when your bleeding out. Campain is well not good but not bad at most. This is why I gave this a $hitty score of 5.
  9. Lanternman
    Jun 25, 2014
    6
    This was my least favorite game in the COD series, multiplayer map design is probably my biggest gripe, too large and too many spawn trap locations that can be exploited. Maps have lots of areas that allow people to sit and camp way off the line of sight and only see them when its far too late to react , in past COD games while not perfect these camper locations could be detected fromThis was my least favorite game in the COD series, multiplayer map design is probably my biggest gripe, too large and too many spawn trap locations that can be exploited. Maps have lots of areas that allow people to sit and camp way off the line of sight and only see them when its far too late to react , in past COD games while not perfect these camper locations could be detected from other locations and each map had a few of these but not like the terrible maps in Ghost. When i played the story mode i just did it for the sake of finishing the game and not really because it had me so gripped in the story, just to get it done and move onto the next game.… Expand
  10. WATCH_DOGS
    Jul 4, 2014
    0
    The Cod series has died. It used to be good but now it's like infinity ward have stopped caring. $50 dollars? Really? This game is worth like $5.

    Lets start with the story. It's boring, very short and stupid. Very cheesy. Then the new extinction. They've really gone and done it this time. Infinity Ward took away the zombies that make the Cod games great and replaced it with aliens? I    The Cod series has died. It used to be good but now it's like infinity ward have stopped caring. $50 dollars? Really? This game is worth like $5.

    Lets start with the story. It's boring, very short and stupid. Very cheesy.

    Then the new extinction. They've really gone and done it this time. Infinity Ward took away the zombies that make the Cod games great and replaced it with aliens? I tried it once and was done, it was so boring!

    Multiplayer. I really really hate this now. I used to like the multiplayer, it used to be decent but now it's horrible. The spawn points are very stupid. In Free for All when you die you spawn right next to someone and just die??? Or you get shot by a sniper who is sitting at the top of a building waiting for someone to come by. Melee is stronger than bullets?

    This game was a huge letdown and we all knew that it was going to be one. Not worth the money at all.    … Expand
  11. nighthawkhero
    Jul 22, 2014
    0
    This game is so internet bias its unbelievable. If you have the best connection you win. If you don't wanna waste money on a game then this is by far the one to pass. From day one only clans play you and it is a lot of bull. Even in the free for all games like gun game there are people playing on the same team and unless your a boss your screwed. Not only is it run by clans but they haveThis game is so internet bias its unbelievable. If you have the best connection you win. If you don't wanna waste money on a game then this is by far the one to pass. From day one only clans play you and it is a lot of bull. Even in the free for all games like gun game there are people playing on the same team and unless your a boss your screwed. Not only is it run by clans but they have limited game play. Half of the game modes that they offer are retarded and the other half you expect are not there. The only thing Ghost accomplished is showing the world that they can fail at making a game. Sorry call of duty you finally lost a since day one gamer and don't know if you will ever regain one. Next time spend more of your time reviewing the specs on the multiplayer part of it instead of wasting your time on the story mode. All in all this game was such a waste of money I'm no sorry to throw it in the trash. . which is hard for a gamer to do. We all hope you can figure your stuff out on the next game or you will be a thing of the past. Learn and live is what I say until hundreds of game designers can't piece a game together. Fire your whole crew and start again please or this bummer of a game is gonna seal your fate. Thanks, sincerely Xbox Lover For Life….we hope.… Expand
  12. cheesy26
    Aug 27, 2014
    3
    Boring, uninteresting gameplay. Really wish I hadn't bought the Season Pass at the same time I bought the game. I went back to playing Black Ops II on the old 360 which is a superior game in all regards.
  13. Carlinhoscwbr3
    Sep 9, 2014
    8
    It certainly was one of the worst Call of Duty I played the campaign is good but short, the Extinction mode is cool but requires the DLCs (summary: it's an incomplete game as all Activision). My grade 5, thanks to these two modes, because the Multiplayer mode is tenobroso so bad, do not know how they made a bad deal !!! full of campers, maps ridiculous and not to mention that the game wasIt certainly was one of the worst Call of Duty I played the campaign is good but short, the Extinction mode is cool but requires the DLCs (summary: it's an incomplete game as all Activision). My grade 5, thanks to these two modes, because the Multiplayer mode is tenobroso so bad, do not know how they made a bad deal !!! full of campers, maps ridiculous and not to mention that the game was poorly ported over to Xbox One, a disgrace with 2007 graphic running at 720p with frame drops is to kill ... Second worst Call of Duty, Black Ops 2 only it could be worse… Expand
  14. thegadfly44
    Sep 10, 2014
    4
    Compared to other COD games, this game is garbage. The maps are entirely to big, the colors are to drab and everything looks the same making it difficult to see who you are shooting at, the guns are forgettable (except maybe the tac 12), the spawns are ridiculous. I thought this would have changed from 360 to Xbox One, it hasn't much. People you kill still spawn directly behind you. TheCompared to other COD games, this game is garbage. The maps are entirely to big, the colors are to drab and everything looks the same making it difficult to see who you are shooting at, the guns are forgettable (except maybe the tac 12), the spawns are ridiculous. I thought this would have changed from 360 to Xbox One, it hasn't much. People you kill still spawn directly behind you. The ONLY saving grace this version has compared to the 360 model is that it has many more game modes, at least from when I last played the 360 version. I enjoy drop zone and the new one reinforce is pretty cool too, but overall it's just not very fun to play. Save your money, wait on AW.… Expand
  15. saibear12
    Sep 10, 2014
    4
    I just want to explain why I gave it a 4. The game wasn't terrible but it wasn't good. The best parts where were you got to play as the dog and rip people's throats out. Otherwise the story was really bland. Online matchmaking wasn't terrible but the variety of maps seemed very limited unless you decided to fork out more money to buy their mappacks.
  16. XBOXftw
    Feb 15, 2015
    7
    Well, this is a tough one... Although the story was unrealistic, it was actually OK. When they make the sequel, even if it sucks, I'll buy it. I'd like to see a conclusion to the story. Squads was a nice introduction, even though it kind of already existed in MW3, extinction was fun, but it had terrible split screen, and multiplayer... Well... It was boring, but it didn't make me want toWell, this is a tough one... Although the story was unrealistic, it was actually OK. When they make the sequel, even if it sucks, I'll buy it. I'd like to see a conclusion to the story. Squads was a nice introduction, even though it kind of already existed in MW3, extinction was fun, but it had terrible split screen, and multiplayer... Well... It was boring, but it didn't make me want to take the disc out, break it over my knee, and then throw the shards of the disc at a wall ninja star style. Seeing as it was the only game i had to play for 6 months until halo: the master chief collection came out, that in itself was impressive. My favorite aspect of this game, as weird as it may be, was that they separated marksman rifles and assault rifles in the class making menu. The fact that they hadn't done this in previous games had bugged me for SOOOOOO long...… Expand
  17. Urbanlistener
    May 1, 2015
    2
    In my opinion the worst COD ever, visually it is one the same level as the PS2 games, the campaign is a bit boring and of course repetitive and the multiplayer mode is a complete disaster. The maps are bigger the Battlefield's ones for a 6 vs 6 game, they're ugly and boring as hell.
  18. dislexicpotato
    Dec 18, 2018
    4
    One of the worst games I have played in my entire life, with a mediocre campaign, unsatisfying gameplay, dull poor graphics, an uninspired Extinction mode, forgettable maps that are horribly designed, a god awful spawn system and health that enables you to die in half a second Cod Ghosts is the worst title in the entire franchise and possibly the worst FPS I have ever played. The onlyOne of the worst games I have played in my entire life, with a mediocre campaign, unsatisfying gameplay, dull poor graphics, an uninspired Extinction mode, forgettable maps that are horribly designed, a god awful spawn system and health that enables you to die in half a second Cod Ghosts is the worst title in the entire franchise and possibly the worst FPS I have ever played. The only remotely fun part of this game is the Infected mode.… Expand
  19. Robert88
    Nov 4, 2021
    0
    This game is absolute dog crap
  20. 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.
  21. MikeMosson
    Mar 21, 2014
    7
    This is just your classic call of duty game, nothing incredibly good but at the same time nothing incredibly bad... well apart from the campaign but that isn't why you would play this game. The graphics on the next gen consoles are greatly improved from the previous installment, but as other games such as Killzone: Shadow Fall show that the graphics could be much better. If another yearThis is just your classic call of duty game, nothing incredibly good but at the same time nothing incredibly bad... well apart from the campaign but that isn't why you would play this game. The graphics on the next gen consoles are greatly improved from the previous installment, but as other games such as Killzone: Shadow Fall show that the graphics could be much better. If another year was taken to develop this game it would have been a much better game.… Expand
  22. Vyrotix
    Jul 13, 2014
    7
    This game is far from the worst of CoD. Even though Infinity Ward didn't put much depth into the game, it still brings that addictive play style that everyone knows and loves. Ghosts doesn't really fall far from the tree but it doesn't let down hardcore MP completionists as for MP is pretty fun.

    I just don't like the game for one reason and that is Extinction and Campaign are both    This game is far from the worst of CoD. Even though Infinity Ward didn't put much depth into the game, it still brings that addictive play style that everyone knows and loves. Ghosts doesn't really fall far from the tree but it doesn't let down hardcore MP completionists as for MP is pretty fun.

    I just don't like the game for one reason and that is Extinction and Campaign are both 'meh'. Dropping 3 points off.    … Expand
  23. tmlorfing
    May 8, 2015
    5
    Call of Duty: Ghosts offers nothing new to the increasingly homogenized modern warfare shooter genre that is the standard for today. Played Modern Warfare 2? Good. You do not need to play Ghosts. I'm going to break it down into 3 subjects: Campaign, Multiplayer, and Extinction.

    Campaign: Absolutely pathetic. The setting jumps around the world every mission with no reason or cohesion.    Call of Duty: Ghosts offers nothing new to the increasingly homogenized modern warfare shooter genre that is the standard for today. Played Modern Warfare 2? Good. You do not need to play Ghosts. I'm going to break it down into 3 subjects: Campaign, Multiplayer, and Extinction.

    Campaign: Absolutely pathetic. The setting jumps around the world every mission with no reason or cohesion. You start out in Outer Space. Bing! Now you're in San Diego. Bing! Now you're in South America. Bing! Now you're in the Antarctic Ocean. Bing! You're back in space. The story is about 2 brothers and their dad, belonging to an elite commando unit called the Ghosts. I don't remember any of their names because that's how poor the characters are. The campaign is shallow, and meaningless. Don't bother
    Multiplayer: They really tried with this one. Ghosts follows the same twitch shooter mechanics as its predecessors have. Unfortunately, many of the components such as Perks, Gun Attachments, and kill-streaks are unnecessarily complex and confusing. you unlock things through an equally confusing currency system, akin to Black Ops 1. This Xbone version suffers from framerate drops on some of the maps, and it just looks ugly. I can only recommend this if you REALLY love Call of Duty. If you don't, you'll be fine playing Modern Warfare or Black Ops.
    Extinction: It's a pretty cool idea, but like the multiplayer, it is overly complex when it doesn't need to be. People love Nazi Zombies because it is only as complex as it needs to be. You can delve into the more complex stuff if you want, but if you just want to blast some zombies, you can do that too. However, Extinction also has its own economy relying on points, and there are weird objectives and strange objects in the environment that don't need to exist. It's a shame, really. Extinction is fun for a bit, but lacks the lasting value of Nazi Zombies.

    In conclusion: This is NOT the next-gen call of duty experience. It is simply a mediocre game at best. I only recommend it if you find it at the bottom of the bargain bin at Best Buy.    … Expand
  24. ITZZZPERRY
    Mar 25, 2015
    7
    Call of Duty: Ghosts is a fun, yet familiar game. The multiplayer feels the same as previous games, while the campaign and Extinction modes are quite excilerating. The gameplay just has not changed enough.
  25. 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.
  26. Smelliestelm
    Jan 28, 2014
    7
    If there was an exact definition of an OK to Good game this would be it. The multiplier is good, the campaign is OK-ish. Extinction is OK and squads is good.
  27. 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
  28. NeverNude
    Jan 22, 2014
    7
    Fortunately the Call of Duty franchise has always praised itself on it's top notch production values and stellar single player campaign's, coupling that with it's finely tuned Multiplayer and you've got a pretty solid franchise. Call of Duty: Ghost keeps with most of what you would expect, delivering a solid campaign and the same Multiplayer component the series is know for, as for theFortunately the Call of Duty franchise has always praised itself on it's top notch production values and stellar single player campaign's, coupling that with it's finely tuned Multiplayer and you've got a pretty solid franchise. Call of Duty: Ghost keeps with most of what you would expect, delivering a solid campaign and the same Multiplayer component the series is know for, as for the campaign it's easily the weakest, now that doesn't necessarily mean it's bad considering how strong the campaign's of previous instalments are, suffering from weak voice acting from some of the actors and at times a poorly written script. Graphicly the series is at it's weakest, barley holding up to it's Next-Gen counter part, showing the need for a truly Next-Gen games engine from Activision, the textures and facial animations are laughable Current-Gen, though the lighting and water effects were impressive. Multiplayer is the same COD experience you always expect and adds little to the current formula the series is know for, as of now the series is in dire need of innovation and if the next instalment doesn't hint to any, I'm afraid the series may lose it's crown to the every evolving Battlefield series. Ghost is another Great COD game, that sticks to closely to it's know formula without ever feeling the need to forward the series.… Expand
  29. XBONE
    Jan 27, 2014
    7
    The multiplayer gameplay. Is not the best, primarily do to the spawn settings. You can kill someone, and they will literally spawn right behind you. Or you, might spawn on the enemy's side of the map. I'm not sure if my 3- 32 kill/death ratio is because I'm new to the game, or if it's because of the spawning. Overall I'd give this game a 4/10. But I will not due to the awesomeThe multiplayer gameplay. Is not the best, primarily do to the spawn settings. You can kill someone, and they will literally spawn right behind you. Or you, might spawn on the enemy's side of the map. I'm not sure if my 3- 32 kill/death ratio is because I'm new to the game, or if it's because of the spawning. Overall I'd give this game a 4/10. But I will not due to the awesome campaign and the new game mode extinction. Therefore I'm giving this game a 7/10. It's not a game to die for, but it's definitely one to get.… Expand
  30. jellyalv
    Oct 30, 2014
    5
    In its 10th anniversary, Call of Duty doesn't get a proper birthday party. Instead, the creators made a mediocre game to launch with the new generation.

    The story, for the first time, didn't get my attention. The main villains have no motivations to be evil. They hate the USA, wants to kill everyone and that's it. The evil country this time is Venezuela, most specifically, the whole    In its 10th anniversary, Call of Duty doesn't get a proper birthday party. Instead, the creators made a mediocre game to launch with the new generation.

    The story, for the first time, didn't get my attention. The main villains have no motivations to be evil. They hate the USA, wants to kill everyone and that's it. The evil country this time is Venezuela, most specifically, the whole South America turns against the "real" America. The enemies, just like the whole story, is badly introduced and developed. The message of the game is clear: "don't mess with the US. If you mess with us, we'll **** you up".
    They even tried to add a familiar lace to the plot, which doesn't work, since the main character is, once again, a mute character with no face or personality whatsoever. The ending gives away a possible sequel hint, which is very courageous of Ghosts, since the game didn't get a good reception.
    Plus, one of the only female characters in the whole franchise dies within 2 minutes of her appearance.

    The multiplayer also seems out of order. Sometimes, you die with 2, 5 or more shots. The guns and customization system doesn't work properly, and it bores you quickly.

    Lastly, Extinction mode is a Infinity Ward recreation of the popular Zombie Mode made by Treyarch. It is fun, but it doesn't reach the level of Treyarch.

    To sum it up, even in its 10th birthday, Call of Duty didn't seem to care about a decent game. The result is a mediocre game disguised as a blockbuster. If Advanced Warfare doesn't add anything new to the series, Activision shall bury Call of Duty, just like they did with Guitar Hero and Tony Hawk.    … Expand
  31. Azuhero
    Feb 24, 2014
    7
    The single player campaign is ok, playing on veteran isn't too difficult, the teammate AI are much better than previous installments. However the multiplayer for this game has gone down hill since launch. There are some frame rate issues with some maps and it is quite noticeable. With the recent patch, they "fixed" the game chat required game modes such as the search and destroy/rescue.The single player campaign is ok, playing on veteran isn't too difficult, the teammate AI are much better than previous installments. However the multiplayer for this game has gone down hill since launch. There are some frame rate issues with some maps and it is quite noticeable. With the recent patch, they "fixed" the game chat required game modes such as the search and destroy/rescue. The game chat is also buggy and is very frustrating, your friends can sound like they are far away and sometimes they cant even hear you. Im not sure if its a xbox one thing but when you unplug your mic, you get kicked out of the game because it thinks you are not in "game chat". This might not be the same for all people, but I encountered these in my experience. It is still playable and still feels like any other Call of Duty game, but there are issues that need to be addressed.… Expand
  32. 80sChild
    Mar 17, 2014
    7
    I didn't think it was all that bad, but then again, it wasn't all that good. I was really surprised by how lackluster the single player campaign was (each mission is really short) after hearing how they hired an actual writer to flesh out a story and by how horribly linear it is. I won't go into the story but if I was the writer, I wouldn't put it on my resume. It's decent but I expectedI didn't think it was all that bad, but then again, it wasn't all that good. I was really surprised by how lackluster the single player campaign was (each mission is really short) after hearing how they hired an actual writer to flesh out a story and by how horribly linear it is. I won't go into the story but if I was the writer, I wouldn't put it on my resume. It's decent but I expected more from a working "writer". I was also surprised by how narrow and linear the actual campaign was. Instead of taking a cue from Treyarch's Blops 2 and adding some choice and more "open" evironments, many of the levels literally feel like you're walking through a hallway, even when your outdoors. I know the series is known for scripted moments, but this one feels like the first scripted campaign, from start to finish. Its not a bad campaign, it's actually enjoyable has some cool set piece moments, it just feels too constrained and controlled. There's a lot of areas where I would think "Ooh, I'll hop over this log and... ah, invisible wall". It has a lot of rehashed moments and ideas from previous CoD games as well. It's not bad, but it doesn't take the series forward. At all.

    I haven't played CoD multiplayer since MW2 (a regular hack-fest) and from the few rounds I tried here, it didn't seem terribly different. I honestly don't know or care when it comes to this game mode, run and gun, grind for leaderboard positions that don't mean anything.

    Ghosts has several co-op options that are fun, my only complaint being that you always start with a pistol and have to grab better weapons. It's a variation on zombies (especially Extinction) and I'd prefer weapon unlocks, but that's just me. Its fun and fast and CoD-ish. You can also play offline and solo in any mode if you are so inclined.

    The graphics are actually really good considering the engine these games run on. Granted, CoD is playing catchup in the graphical department, but overall this game is a big step forward for the series visuals.

    As an Xbox One owner, my shooter choices right now are CoD Ghosts, BF4 and Titanfall (I'm not counting PvZ, sorry), and seeing as how this game offers more that one mode, online and off, it allows me to play what I want, how I want. It's not a next gen game, its a current gen game on a next gen console. Btw, I enjoyed the CoD dev talking excitedly about how CoD now has normal mapped bricks lol. That technology's only been around since Gears 1. Maybe earlier. Anyways, for a One owner, this is a better choice with more content for the money. In my opinion. Nothing exceptional, but at least it has some options    … Expand
  33. herbertlives
    Mar 14, 2014
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. CoD is an amzing franchise. i love the campaign, but the multiplayer didnt really excite me. it felt as if it was repetitve. OP prestige kills me every 5 seconds. as for extinction is SOOO unrealistic you might as well have Pink narwhals shooting rainbows out of their horns while saying "fishstick". i do not HATE CoD ghosts, but it does have some flaws like all games. its good enough to last players another year until the next game comes out. the campaign is espiacialy good as for the end(!!!!SPOILERALERT!!!!) had a HUUUGE twist. who could have guessed Rorke didnt die, turns you into a ghost hunter? nobody i know! overall CoD Ghosts is a great game but it does have its flaws.… Expand
  34. DerpyDoughnut
    Apr 19, 2014
    7
    A good game, much like its predecessors in the franchise. The campaign is new in some ways that aren't like the old games, but still holds some old elements. The multiplayer is pretty much the same (as usual) as all of the other games in the Call of Duty franchise. Extinction mode is similar to Treyarch's zombies but quicker paced and even a bit more fun. Good game overall, but nothingA good game, much like its predecessors in the franchise. The campaign is new in some ways that aren't like the old games, but still holds some old elements. The multiplayer is pretty much the same (as usual) as all of the other games in the Call of Duty franchise. Extinction mode is similar to Treyarch's zombies but quicker paced and even a bit more fun. Good game overall, but nothing too innovative.… Expand
  35. Rahsmoove
    Oct 16, 2014
    7
    This game doesn't deserve a 10 or a 9, but it doesn't deserve low scores either. It's sort of good, but not awsome either. Nothing's feels different, and feels like a step back behind COD BO2. It feels like MW3, (But with crappy Mechanics) and hate Modern Warfare. The graphics don't feel next gen at all. The programmers, in the depatment really need to step it up in this department. TheThis game doesn't deserve a 10 or a 9, but it doesn't deserve low scores either. It's sort of good, but not awsome either. Nothing's feels different, and feels like a step back behind COD BO2. It feels like MW3, (But with crappy Mechanics) and hate Modern Warfare. The graphics don't feel next gen at all. The programmers, in the depatment really need to step it up in this department. The gameplay is good. You know shoot, slide shot, all that **** LOL. The maps they're not so big, but since you're running on foot all the type I feel the map's are pretty normal size. They're not so small like BO2. The issue that I have with the maps are there isn't really anything to them. They feel to bland. The lack of realism, is my concern here, I don't want into detail, but when comes to physics it needs to be improved.… Expand
  36. x0v3rKiLx
    Aug 28, 2016
    8
    I understand the criticisms that people have regarding this game, and yes, this game's core gunplay and multiplayer is *very* similar to that of MW3, IW's last CoD installment. But when you look past that, this is THE Call of Duty game for those that want to enjoy PvE multiplayer. Squad Mode is by far, the best innovation that the CoD franchise has brought to the plate in the last 5-6I understand the criticisms that people have regarding this game, and yes, this game's core gunplay and multiplayer is *very* similar to that of MW3, IW's last CoD installment. But when you look past that, this is THE Call of Duty game for those that want to enjoy PvE multiplayer. Squad Mode is by far, the best innovation that the CoD franchise has brought to the plate in the last 5-6 years. The campaign is par for the course, but between Squads and Extinction, Ghosts delivers a great offering of cooperative and solo multiplayer fun that will keep non-competitive fans of the series more than happy. I still play Ghosts and consider it my favorite game in the series.… Expand
  37. Danielhero1998
    May 17, 2014
    7
    I have played Call of Duty Ghosts on the Xbox One and it is a letdown. I expected more from Infinity Ward, but I shouldn't. I think that Black Ops 2 was better then Ghosts. Battlefield 4 is way better then Call of Duty Ghosts. The campain was okay at best, the multiplayer is still the same it has been since Modern Warfare 2. Extingtion is fun for a while. I am not saying that you can'tI have played Call of Duty Ghosts on the Xbox One and it is a letdown. I expected more from Infinity Ward, but I shouldn't. I think that Black Ops 2 was better then Ghosts. Battlefield 4 is way better then Call of Duty Ghosts. The campain was okay at best, the multiplayer is still the same it has been since Modern Warfare 2. Extingtion is fun for a while. I am not saying that you can't have fun with the game, but you should not have high expectation for this game. I hope that Slegdehammer Games can do inovation to the call of duty franchise with Call Of Duty Advanced Warfare .… Expand
  38. LordCVandingo
    Sep 11, 2014
    3
    Easily the worst COD ever made. A big COD gamer all friends and I left cold and disappointed by this release and we now don't play COD at all. The main problem is it just doesn't feel like COD. People can argue wether or not its Next Gen the main problem is it just isn't fun. TERRIBLE
  39. EarlyExecuter
    Jul 21, 2014
    7
    I am writing a serious review and not one that involves whining for those who don't take the time to explore a game properly. This is a Multiplayer Review. Call of Duty: Ghosts is unique in its own way but very similar in terms of gameplay like its predecessors. I personally did not appreciate how this game has retained plenty of similarities that could possibly be changed to make thisI am writing a serious review and not one that involves whining for those who don't take the time to explore a game properly. This is a Multiplayer Review. Call of Duty: Ghosts is unique in its own way but very similar in terms of gameplay like its predecessors. I personally did not appreciate how this game has retained plenty of similarities that could possibly be changed to make this game stand out from the rest of the franchise. I'll start out with basic Multiplayer Gameplay.

    Just as expected, gameplay hasn't changed to much since the other Call of Duty games. New game modes add for a variety of different play styles. I personally love Search and Rescue but hate Search and Destroy. It is this kind of example that I am talking about that making a small change to a game can make it enjoyable for others. I will admit, the only reason I bought this game was to mess around with the new "Create a Soldier" customization. It is by far, the best customization gimmick I've seen in the Call of Duty franchise, adding a whole new way to play. Ranging from aggressive rushing, to camping and to capping objectives in Domination. Call of Duty isn't only about its gameplay but also about how you set up your loadouts to play with a tactical advantage. 90% of the guns are well balanced. I will let you know that those who use the Vector sub-machine gun may have a considerable advantage against you, as its killing range is lethal to a degree where it may as well be considered an Assault Rifle.

    We all know that Graphics can make for a more appealing game but they aren't completely necessary. Call of Duty: Ghosts plays at 720p on the Xbox One as opposed to 1080p on the Playstation 4, but don't let that stop you from purchasing this game for the Xbox One. You will not improve your playstyle at all by switching to a console that has better resolution. More importantly, enjoy the game for the content it contains rather than the graphics it came with. If you're a graphic junkie, please purchase a desktop (and not a laptop) to play this game on. Otherwise, read on.

    If you ever end up getting pissed off or annoyed with the game, do NOT blame the content or any problems you think the game might have. Remember, you are playing MULTIPLAYER and players can and will annoy you with their strategies. My suggestion: If you get killed in a very ridiculous way but don't know why, please take the time to watch the kill cam instead of feeling humiliated that you got killed by someone who is having a day. You may be surprised at how lucky they might be. I will admit, some people play to seriously but you pay to play and that's what you get. Better enjoy the best parts!

    Would I recommend you purchase this game? Yes, but I do suggest you buy a used copy to save a little money since it is Call of Duty after all. Not much has changed but it's significant enough to at least be worth 35$.    … Expand
  40. LongSlayer
    Jan 17, 2015
    7
    Ghosts is a decent Call of Duty game that doesn't deserve the hate it gets. The campaign is okay. I didn't really know or understand what was going on with the story and the characters are not compelling at all; I didn't have any attachment to them. The missions and gameplay were fun and pretty good though. I believe the mulitplayer is great, even though not a whole lot is added. There'sGhosts is a decent Call of Duty game that doesn't deserve the hate it gets. The campaign is okay. I didn't really know or understand what was going on with the story and the characters are not compelling at all; I didn't have any attachment to them. The missions and gameplay were fun and pretty good though. I believe the mulitplayer is great, even though not a whole lot is added. There's not a whole lot to say about online, it's good. The only thing about online that I don't like about online is that there are micro transactions. They're mostly cosmetic but you need to pay extra money to have ten custom class slots on your person. Yes, you're only given six, unlike past Call of Duties. The other mode, "Extinction," is basically Infinity Ward's version of Treyarch's zombies, except they use aliens. This mode is nothing special: just survive waves of aliens, it's meh. The things I really do enjoy about this game are the visuals and the environment. Each mission has a unique setting that is great to explore, same with the multiplayer maps. Some of the maps are simply amazing but there are a few that are dull and just plain bad. Ghosts is a good addition to the franchise and is better than the popular opinion of being awful.… Expand
  41. 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.
  42. gameguardian21
    Nov 2, 2016
    2
    With it's terrible campaign, boring multiplayer, and overall poor performance, ghosts is by far the worst game in the franchise. The call of duty franchise has gone to ****
  43. irbegui
    Sep 10, 2017
    6
    un juego con un mal multiplayer, la campaña es aceptable pero el multiplayer es muy pobre, mal balanceado, mapas enormes para un 6 vs 6, demasiado lag, de los peores call of duty de la historia
  44. GameCompleters
    Jan 16, 2018
    6
    Call of Duty Ghosts has good parts and bad parts. The Campaign was really enjoyable (If i was scoring just the campaign i would give it a 8.5/10). The Multiplayer had some okay maps but was nothing exciting and the new mode extinction i hated, Zombies would have been much better.
    I give this game a 6/10.
  45. ethan101
    Apr 2, 2020
    6
    Back in 2017 I wasn't old enough to play stuff like black ops or modern warfare so I got ghosts. Now I can get black ops I would recommend them over ghosts but if you are to young to play them ghosts is still a great game. I spent hours playing it on my 360 and even when I got my xbox one it got it again but didn't play for very long. If you are getting it you need to search up some jumpBack in 2017 I wasn't old enough to play stuff like black ops or modern warfare so I got ghosts. Now I can get black ops I would recommend them over ghosts but if you are to young to play them ghosts is still a great game. I spent hours playing it on my 360 and even when I got my xbox one it got it again but didn't play for very long. If you are getting it you need to search up some jump spots and glitches because there are some great ones.… Expand
  46. TechnicalN9ne
    Dec 24, 2019
    6
    It's mediocre for a COD game. I wasn't expecting it to be overwhelmingly impressive, but preferably something a bit less bland i guess...
  47. Caldan
    Nov 14, 2020
    7
  48. 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
  49. DzmitryBoston
    Jun 30, 2020
    8
    Yes, this game deserves good scores. It is fun shooter to play for an average gamer. No nonsense.
  50. adam_carl
    Sep 11, 2021
    7
    Like always I loved the story the mechanic of the game BUT! this lame gameplay with buigs and nosense fights between characters is not good!
  51. Skysea28957
    Nov 25, 2020
    4
    everytiem ı start game there ıs long and cant skıp cınematıc ı hate ıt thıs not a call of duty
  52. melani22
    Jan 8, 2021
    8
    There are many elements from the game that I enjoy. For example, I love the voice actors that make the story more realistic, as well with the storyline because it gets you excited about the next think with its action. But some things that I wish that could change would be if there would be a section that asked for body types instead of gender. This would help expand the diversity ofThere are many elements from the game that I enjoy. For example, I love the voice actors that make the story more realistic, as well with the storyline because it gets you excited about the next think with its action. But some things that I wish that could change would be if there would be a section that asked for body types instead of gender. This would help expand the diversity of sexuality since you wouldn’t have to specify a gender and more with a body you identify with. Also, I think that if we get to decide what are charter looks like would also be great. Diversity of race, color and gender.… Expand
  53. Ottalaus_saus
    May 3, 2023
    8
    Ok what is the deal with all the hate here? This campaign was pretty good, especially the last couple of missions. Compare the story to the original mw1 and mw2 and it's on par with them. At least imo. Multiplayer is good too, only issue is IED spam, **** hate it. I bought this for like 2$ with all dlc, and thats a lot for literally no money. (I recommend argentinian VPN on eneba/kinguin.)
  54. 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
  55. United009
    Dec 21, 2021
    5
    Call of Duty Ghosts is a mixed bag for me. While the game may not be "broken" having not many bugs (at least that I've encountered or noticed.) There are issues with the gameplay and overall experience of the game. The story is interesting but its nothing special overall, there were some things I was confused and disappointed about, and the ending was pretty disappointing.

    The    Call of Duty Ghosts is a mixed bag for me. While the game may not be "broken" having not many bugs (at least that I've encountered or noticed.) There are issues with the gameplay and overall experience of the game. The story is interesting but its nothing special overall, there were some things I was confused and disappointed about, and the ending was pretty disappointing.

    The mutliplayer is alright, some of the maps are a bit too large and ends up becoming a walking/running simulator for most of the time. But overall there's nothing incredibly special compared to other multiplayer modes from the previous (and future) installments.

    And the new Extinction Mode (which replaced Zombies) just doesn't feel that good. Its a interesting idea to diverge from the zombies idea to something else (in this case Aliens.) But I feel like it just missed the mark overall.

    Finally, I feel like the game didn't fully take advantage of the new generation either. Just being used as an excuse as why the game under-performed players expectations if anything. Overall, the game is pretty disappointing and started the downfall of the franchise in my opinion.    … Expand
  56. Netherghul
    Mar 6, 2022
    8
    Extremely underrated. And I like it that way. The best hit detection, DLC, Perk system and Zombies alternative in Call of Duty history. If BO2 didnt have connection issues it would be slightly better than Ghosts. I had a great experience with this game. Second favorite CoD of all time.
  57. neomoonsevin
    Apr 9, 2023
    1
    I played this day one on Xbox 1 when Xbox 1 was first released to public consumption I didn't like this game at all horrible graphics and glitches also the targeting was shert I shoot but it didn't Register even when I'm targeting the enemy
  58. Joe2539
    Jan 6, 2023
    10
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  59. Aswdtmjs6
    Feb 2, 2023
    7
    The only bad thing is the not up to date graphics. the story deserves a sequel the multiplayer is a multiplayer and the alien mode is intresting. idk why it gets so much hate.
  60. Bulba2555
    Jul 3, 2023
    1
    Absolute gloom, boring plot, disgusting graphics, terrible weapon physics. The whole repetitive, predictable plot is terrible. You pray to get through this faster.
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#4 Best Xbox One Game of 2013
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#7 Most Shared Xbox One Game of 2013

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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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