Call of Duty®: Black Ops

Play as an elite special-operations soldier in a single-player campaign set amid Cold War conflicts and covert missions around the world. The story unfolds through cinematic military operations.

In multiplayer, build a character and weapon setup using customization, perks, and killstreaks, then compete in different modes. Wager Matches include One in the Chamber, Gun Game, Sticks and Stones, and Sharpshooter; Theater Mode lets you view and edit match highlights, while Combat Training pits you against AI opponents.

The Zombies mode challenges you to survive waves of enemies on different maps, alone or with others in co-op. It offers a separate way to play beyond the campaign and competitive multiplayer.

Reviews that praise the game often single out the campaign's Cold War story and memorable characters, along with Zombies as a replayable mode to tackle solo or with friends. Some also value the multiplayer and the nostalgia of returning to an older Call of Duty. Many reviews focus instead on price and concerns about online security or functionality, so enthusiasm for the game is frequently paired with reservations about the current PC experience.