Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War
Nov 13, 2020 6 years ago
The iconic Black Ops series is back with Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War - the direct sequel to the original and fan-favorite Call of Duty: Black Ops. Black Ops Cold War will drop fans into the depths of the Cold War’s volatile geopolitical battle of the early 1980s. Nothing is ever as it seems in a gripping single-player Campaign, where players will come face-to-face with historical figures and hard truths, as they battle around the globe through iconic locales like East Berlin, Vietnam, Turkey, Soviet KGB headquarters and more. Beyond the Campaign, players will bring a Cold War arsenal of weapons and equipment into the next generation of Multiplayer and Zombies experiences. Welcome to the brink. Welcome to Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War.
What it’s like
Experience a high-octane espionage thriller set against the tense backdrop of the early 1980s Cold War. The narrative thrusts you into a globe-trotting conspiracy where trust is scarce and historical figures blur with fictional operatives, creating a paranoid, spy-thriller atmosphere. Gameplay prioritizes visceral, fast-paced combat with a notable emphasis on stealth mechanics compared to previous entries in the franchise. You will navigate iconic locales like East Berlin and Vietnam through a linear but dynamic campaign structure that balances open-ended tactical approaches with scripted set-pieces. The audio-visual presentation is polished and immersive, leveraging next-gen tech for gritty realism. Beyond the solo story, the experience extends into robust multiplayer modes featuring vehicle combat and a cooperative Zombies mode, offering varied pacing from intense firefights to survival horror elements.
Strong in CombatAtmosphere / MoodAudio / MusicCo-op / MultiplayerGameplay / MechanicsPacingStory / NarrativeVisuals / Art
Keep in mind The multiplayer component is often criticized for feeling generic or 'bland' compared to the campaign's strengths, lacking significant innovation in core mechanics. · Progression systems can feel grind-heavy and repetitive, potentially frustrating players seeking deep build variety or long-term engagement without constant play.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from gamespot.com, metacritic.com, gameinformer.com, ign.com, techradar.com, denofgeek.com.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC (Microsoft Windows) | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 13, 20206 years ago |
| PlayStation 4 | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 13, 20206 years ago |
| PlayStation 5 | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 13, 20206 years ago |
| Xbox One | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 13, 20206 years ago |
| Xbox Series X|S | Worldwide | Full release | Nov 13, 20206 years ago |
