Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War

In short: Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War is an action game released in 2020 by Treyarch, available on PC, PlayStation and Xbox. Our score: 7.8/10 (worth buying, especially on sale). Lowest price we found right now: $14.99.

Uncover a global conspiracy during the Cold War.

Set during the early 1980s Cold War, this entry features a campaign inspired by real events, robust multiplayer, and a deep Zombies experience with cross-gen play.

Game details

• Developer: Treyarch
• Publisher: Activision
• Release year: 2020
• Platforms: PC, PlayStation, Xbox
• Category: action

Our review

A Cold War thriller with a mind-bending campaign ending. The multiplayer returns to classic Black Ops form with Zombies as the highlight.

Pros

• Great campaign twist
• Classic Zombies return
• Perseus storyline
• Good multiplayer maps

Cons

• SBMM aggressive
• Fewer maps at launch
• Engine feels dated vs MW2019

FAQ

Is Zombies included?

Yes, Zombies mode is included in the base game.

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Last updated: 01/04/2026