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Call of Duty®: Black Ops Cold War

Call of Duty®: Black Ops Cold War

Black Ops Cold War, the direct sequel to Call of Duty®: Black Ops, will drop fans into the depths of the Cold War’s volatile geopolitical battle of the early 1980s.

79%
Mostly Positive
DevelopersActivision Shanghai, Beenox, High Moon Studios, Raven Software, Sledgehammer Games, Treyarch
PublisherActivision
Release DateMar 8, 2023
$59.99
Peak Players3.6K
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Action
AI Review Summary

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War is praised for its compelling spy-thriller campaign and addictive Zombies mode, which many players find superior to more recent franchise entries. However, the experience is significantly hindered by technical issues, including lengthy shader compilation times, Windows 11 instability, and a mandatory internet connection for solo play. While the gameplay remains satisfying, a dwindling multiplayer population makes it difficult to find matches outside of peak times.

Pros

  • Highly engaging spy-thriller campaign with a nostalgic feel.90%
  • Addictive and well-designed Zombies mode that offers hours of replayability.85%
  • Satisfying gunplay and movement that feels like a return to classic Call of Duty mechanics.70%
  • Excellent value when purchased during deep sales.60%

Cons

  • Frequent crashes and technical glitches, particularly on Windows 11 systems.90%
  • Excessive shader compilation times that prevent immediate gameplay.85%
  • Always-online requirement that kicks players out of single-player modes during internet interruptions.75%
  • Dwindling multiplayer player base leads to long lobby wait times.70%
  • Short campaign length makes the full retail price feel like poor value to some.60%

Notable Mentions

  • Requires a mandatory Activision account even for single-player campaign access.
  • The HD Quality Pack reportedly has inconsistent effects on visual performance.
  • Players recommend waiting for a sale as low as $5 to $20 rather than paying full price.
Confidence: 78%
Based on the 114 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Sep 7, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
468
Peak · last 90 days
2.0K
All-time peak
3.6K

Price

Current price
$59.99
Lowest tracked
$14.99since Jan 3, 2026

Review Sentiment

Last 30 days
77%
All-time positive
79%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews23.8K
Positive: 18.9K (79%)Negative: 4.9K (21%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

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Dev Response Rate

45h

Avg Playtime at Review

59%

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