One of the most well-known gaming franchises, the Call of Duty series is known for its intense multiplayer experiences and captivating single-player campaigns. The series has grown significantly since its inception, introducing numerous settings, gameplay mechanics, and memorable characters. In this article, we’ll take a look at every Call of Duty game released to date, ordered by their launch date and noting the consoles they were available on.
List of Call of Duty Games
The Call of Duty series Consoles: PC, PS2, Xbox
The original game set in World War II introduced players to the immersive first-person shooter experience, featuring a blend of single-player campaigns and multiplayer modes.
Call of Duty: United Offensive (2004)
Consoles: PC
It was an expansion for the original game that added multiplayer maps and new campaigns to enhance the World War II experience even more. Call of Duty: Finest Hour (2004)
Consoles: PS2, Xbox, GameCube
This was the first Call of Duty game on consoles, featuring a storyline that highlighted various battles across the European front during WWII.
Second Call of Duty (2005) Computer and Xbox 360 This game continued the WWII theme and introduced a more cinematic storytelling style, as well as improved graphics and gameplay. Call of Duty 3 (2006)
Consoles: PS2, PS3, Xbox, Xbox 360, Wii
The expanded multiplayer options and focus on the Battle of Normandy in this sequel have made it a fan favorite. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (2007)
Consoles: PC, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii
A groundbreaking shift from WWII to modern combat, it featured a compelling single-player campaign and introduced the highly addictive multiplayer mode that defined the franchise.
Call of Duty: World at War (2008)
Consoles: PC, PS2, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii
It brought WWII back, added a darker story, and introduced the well-liked Zombies mode, which would become a common feature in subsequent games. Modern Warfare 2, Call of Duty: Consoles: PC, PS3, Xbox 360
A direct sequel to Modern Warfare, it featured an iconic single-player campaign and refined multiplayer mechanics, solidifying its place in gaming history.
Call of Duty: Black Ops (2010)
Consoles: PC, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii
Set during the Cold War, it introduced a gripping narrative and further expanded the Zombies mode, earning a dedicated fanbase.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011)
PC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Wii Continuing the Modern Warfare saga, it wrapped up the trilogy with a thrilling campaign and enhanced multiplayer features.
Call of Duty: Black Ops II (2012)
Consoles: PC, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii U
A significant leap forward with its branching storylines and futuristic setting, it received critical acclaim and further developed the Zombies mode.
Call of Duty: Ghosts (2013)
Consoles: PC, PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Wii U
Marking a new direction for the franchise, it focused on a post-apocalyptic storyline and introduced new multiplayer modes.
Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare (2014)
Consoles: PC, PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One
It featured exosuit mechanics that altered the dynamics of gameplay and emphasized multiplayer innovation in a futuristic setting. Call of Duty: Black Ops III (2015)
Consoles: PC, PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Xbox 360
Continuing the Black Ops narrative, it introduced a more extensive Zombies experience and a new movement system.