Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

58%
Game Brain Score Based on 3,327 reviews
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  • graphics
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"Call of Duty: Black Ops 6" is a single-player spy action thriller set in the early 90s, featuring an intriguing story, sensational gameplay, and delightful visuals. The Vault Edition includes various digital items such as operator packs, mastercraft weapons, and a battle pass. However, be prepared for some bugs that might affect the overall gaming experience. The game offers a mind-bending narrative, set during a period of global political transition, and is unbound by the rules of engagement.

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

58%
Audience ScoreBased on 3,327 reviews
story100 positive mentions
optimization26 negative mentions
  • Engaging campaign with a mix of action and stealth, featuring memorable characters and varied mission design.
  • Revamped movement mechanics in multiplayer add a fresh layer of gameplay, making battles feel dynamic and fast-paced.
  • Classic Zombies mode returns with intense gameplay and multiple questlines, providing a nostalgic yet enjoyable experience.
  • Technical issues in multiplayer, including lag, glitches, and a chaotic spawn system that can lead to frustrating gameplay.
  • Grind-heavy progression system for unlocking weapons and attachments, which may feel repetitive for players who prefer variety.
  • Some maps are poorly designed, leading to spawn camping and unbalanced gameplay, detracting from the overall experience.
  • story376 mentions

    The story in "Call of Duty: Black Ops 6" has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its engaging mix of action and narrative depth, featuring unique missions and a variety of gameplay styles. However, some critics point out that the plot can feel disjointed and predictable, with certain missions dragging on or lacking substance. Overall, while the campaign offers thrilling moments and a solid foundation, it struggles with consistency and character development, leaving some players wanting more from the narrative experience.

    • “From the moment I started the campaign, I was immersed in a story that’s packed with twists, high-stakes missions, and cinematic intensity that kept me hooked.”
    • “The campaign mode does a fantastic job of balancing deep storytelling with thrilling, fast-paced action.”
    • “The campaign alone is worth the purchase — it’s gripping, intense, and layered with an unpredictable storyline that keeps you guessing.”
    • “The storyline is completely uninspiring, and the missions are overly drawn out, killing all the excitement.”
    • “The story feels out of touch, the gameplay feels tedious and grindy, the multiplayer and campaign is the only thing that feels worth playing.”
    • “Black Ops 6 has a story that could fit on a sticky note: 'someone's evil, something's blowing up, go shoot things.' I tried to follow the narrative, but it felt like reading a recipe for 'cold war conspiracy soup' with a dash of 80s action flick.”
  • gameplay221 mentions

    The gameplay of *Black Ops 6* is characterized by a blend of classic Call of Duty mechanics and new features, such as the "omnimovement" system, which adds tactical flexibility but has received mixed reviews regarding its impact on gameplay. While many players appreciate the polished mechanics, engaging campaign, and improved zombies mode, others criticize issues like spawn camping, repetitive gameplay, and inconsistent hit detection. Overall, the game offers a solid experience for fans of the franchise, though it may feel familiar and at times frustrating due to its traditional gameplay loop and some design flaws.

    • “The gameplay is surprisingly solid, and I genuinely recommend giving this game a shot.”
    • “The new movement mechanics bring a fresh feel to gameplay, and the balance between operators is on another level.”
    • “The core gameplay loop is fun, kills are satisfying, and progression is smooth.”
    • “Some of them are just poorly designed, leading to constant spawn-trapping and frustratingly repetitive gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay loop is painfully repetitive.”
    • “The mechanics feel off, and the hit detection is so inconsistent that it can ruin what should be an exhilarating experience.”
  • graphics122 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some praising the stunning visuals and smooth performance, while others criticize them as outdated or uninspired compared to previous titles. Many players noted improvements in graphical fidelity and optimization, but also reported issues such as glitches and inconsistent settings. Overall, while some find the graphics impressive and engaging, others feel they fall short of expectations for a modern AAA title.

    • “The graphics are incredible for a COD game and honestly after the re-skins we've had the last two years, it is a breath of fresh air.”
    • “The graphics are stunning, making each match visually engaging.”
    • “The graphics quality, lighting, and environmental details are superb, creating a realistic and immersive battlefield.”
    • “The graphics are terrible; zombies do not give off that same energy as the early zombie games.”
    • “I can't explain it, but despite all the so-called graphical improvements, this game still looks like shit!”
    • “Even the graphics look generic and worse than last year's iteration.”
  • optimization95 mentions

    The game's optimization has received widespread criticism, with many players reporting severe performance issues, including crashes, stuttering, and low frame rates, particularly on PC. While some users have experienced smooth gameplay on consoles, the overall consensus is that the game is poorly optimized, with numerous bugs and inconsistent performance across different hardware setups. Many reviewers express disappointment, suggesting that even smaller studios have released better-optimized titles, indicating a need for significant patches and improvements.

    • “The game's optimization is also godlike, with a stable 60 frames per second at any given moment without having to completely butcher my graphics (for the record, I am on a 1050ti).”
    • “Performance is delightfully smooth on PlayStation 5 to boot, with resolutely stable frame rates even in the most intense moments.”
    • “I haven’t had too many bugs (no game-breaking bugs) and performance is significantly better at launch than previous CODs.”
    • “Now that it's over, this game has some absolutely diabolical glaring issues with its netcode, optimization, and balancing.”
    • “I have seen several smaller game studios with a fraction of the budget and a tenth of the manpower launch more optimized and polished betas than this AAA full release.”
    • “Terribly optimized on PC, can't go a single multiplayer match without getting a DirectX error and then crashing to desktop.”
  • stability53 mentions

    The game's stability has been widely criticized, with players reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and technical issues, particularly in multiplayer modes. Many users experience lag, glitches, and inconsistent performance, making gameplay frustrating and often unplayable. While some players have had a smoother experience, the overall sentiment indicates that the game suffers from significant stability problems that detract from the enjoyment.

    • “Graphics set to extreme and no glitches or issues yet.”
    • “I re-downloaded after the patch and it runs great.”
    • “I love the story a lot, but each time I get somewhat far into the story, the game freezes and crashes on me. Last time it happened, I had to drive around a hill just to avoid the crash area, and now I can't even resume without instantly being kicked off because I'm stuck in an area it crashes.”
    • “Game has constant freezing after the last update; I can't play a match for longer than 5-10 minutes before it just freezes, and I'm forced to open Task Manager and terminate the process.”
    • “Honestly, it's a complete buggy mess... the amount of errors, glitches, crashes, and weirdness I've experienced in a couple of hours of playing is just ridiculous.”
  • grinding35 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, often requiring excessive hours to unlock weapons, attachments, and camo challenges. While some enjoy the grind for specific modes like zombies, many express frustration with repetitive gameplay, lack of innovation, and the feeling that progress is artificially prolonged. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a significant barrier to enjoyment, with many players wishing for a more streamlined progression system.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “The lack of innovation in gameplay, combined with repetitive maps and a grindy progression system, makes each session more tedious than enjoyable.”
    • “I would actually probably enjoy this game if you didn't literally auto-lose every single engagement until you spend 100 hours grinding out attachments.”
    • “Trying out new weapons, leveling them and unlocking their camos is a tedious grind with the guarantee of a bad time, depending on how much skill-based matchmaking adjusts to the use of better equipment before.”
  • monetization33 mentions

    The monetization in the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with players noting the prevalence of microtransactions and recycled content that detracts from the overall experience. Many reviewers express frustration over the game's reliance on ads and the feeling that developers prioritize profit over player enjoyment, leading to a lack of innovation and engagement. Overall, the monetization strategy is seen as exploitative, with a focus on maximizing revenue rather than delivering a fulfilling gaming experience.

    • “The content feels recycled, the gameplay stagnates, and the passion from developers—if it’s there—seems buried under layers of microtransactions.”
    • “If you're able to look past Activision's incredibly bad matchmaking system, and the inevitable fact this game will have a sold-out store of microtransactions soon enough, you can enjoy the best title in the series since Black Ops 3.”
    • “But knowing how games have been released recently, the only updates we're likely to get would be the inclusion of microtransactions and fixes for 'glitches' that players seek to do because the game becomes too difficult too quickly.”
    • “Feels like an obvious cash grab: the content is weak, and the game fails to deliver any enjoyment.”
    • “The whole shop/paid experience is a dull, irritating experience in this game, and in many others as the greed and egregiousness of in-game purchases increase.”
  • music26 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some praising the new soundtrack for its integration into multiplayer matches and its ability to enhance the atmosphere during gameplay. However, others feel that the music does not fit the game well and lacks originality, comparing it unfavorably to previous titles in the franchise. Overall, while the soundtrack adds excitement to certain missions, it has been criticized for not delivering the same impactful audio cues that fans have come to expect.

    • “I especially like that as opposed to other games in the franchise, this game has a very good soundtrack it isn't afraid to use.”
    • “The soundtrack is outstanding and really adds to the atmosphere, making every firefight feel like a scene from a blockbuster movie.”
    • “The campaign soundtrack is criminally good and one mission made me think of Cyberpunk 2077 sometimes.”
    • “The music doesn't fit the game at all.”
    • “No audio cues hype you up, or get that blood running like when the Kino song came on, or when that Thunder Gun goes off.”
    • “People are praising the game when it's been the same song just remixed differently every year.”
  • atmosphere21 mentions

    The atmosphere in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising its artistic elements and nostalgic ties to earlier titles, while others criticize it for lacking charm and depth, particularly in the zombies mode. Maps like Terminus are highlighted for their engaging and mysterious environments, but many players feel that overall, the game fails to capture the immersive atmosphere of previous installments. The soundtrack is noted as a strong point, enhancing the experience during gameplay.

    • “Some of the more abstract scenes also allow the developer to really show off its artistic chops, with bright primary colors and an effective dream-like atmosphere.”
    • “Black Ops 3 had an atmosphere around zombies which could not be described in words; you simply had to be there. From the maps, the easter eggs, the storyline, everything was perfect.”
    • “The soundtrack, too, is outstanding and really adds to the atmosphere, making every firefight feel like a scene from a blockbuster movie.”
    • “There is a full-fledged easter egg with this map, but much like most things on this map, it lacks any sort of atmosphere or charm, and as I will discuss throughout this review, is really the main flaw of Black Ops 6 zombies for the moment.”
    • “The whole atmosphere of the map is dull and boring.”
    • “It was lacking in the personality, atmosphere, and difficulty of older zombies titles.”
  • humor15 mentions

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the witty one-liners and unique character interactions, particularly in the Zombies mode, which offers moments of levity despite its flaws. However, many find the overall experience marred by technical issues and repetitive gameplay, leading to a sense of frustration that some describe as "hilariously sad." While the campaign and multiplayer modes have their funny moments, the humor often feels overshadowed by gameplay shortcomings and design choices that players deem unnecessary or tedious.

    • “I’ve already spent hours in the zombies mode and, while I did manage to survive to round 41 and find the hilarious zombie bowling minigame on the Liberty Falls map, I still feel like I’m barely scratching the surface of everything that it has in store.”
    • “My favorite character being Felix, his funny one-liners, his sarcastic sense of humor.”
    • “The campaign was a blast and improvements even included new funny features too.”
  • emotional9 mentions

    Reviews highlight a strong emotional connection to the game, with players expressing nostalgia and passion for the franchise. Many appreciate the depth of character development, particularly in the zombie mode, which adds layers of emotional engagement. The campaign's intense storytelling and high-stakes action evoke powerful feelings, leaving some players with lasting emotional impressions.

    • “The developers went all out creating fleshed-out personalities for each zombie; some moan, some groan, and some write you emotional letters before you obliterate them.”
    • “First COD in years that's made me feel like a wee lil kid again.”
    • “Bo6 has perfected the storytelling formula, combining deep, emotional moments with high-octane action sequences.”
  • replayability6 mentions

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the distinct missions and choice-based mechanics that encourage multiple playthroughs, others feel that the lack of certain features, like easter egg boss fights and buildable weapons, significantly diminishes its replay value. The campaign, zombies, and multiplayer modes offer a variety of experiences, but the enjoyment may vary depending on player preferences for fast-paced action versus deeper engagement.

    • “The power couple of Raven and Treyarch (along with their reliable support studios) deliver a game that's genuinely fun, replayable, fresh, and feels right at home in 2024.”
    • “There are more missions like that of the [spoiler] KGB mission [/spoiler] from Cold War, and they are entertaining and leave room for replayability.”
    • “Every mission feels distinct, and the choice-based mechanics allow for different outcomes, making it feel personal and replayable.”
    • “If you're more a fan of turning your brain off for some fast-paced shooting, this campaign might not be as replayable.”
    • “No easter egg boss fights, no buildable special weapons, no replay value at all.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development in the game has been criticized for its poor design and cheesy execution, with users highlighting issues in character aesthetics, emotes, and overall gameplay experience.

    • “So much of the game just looks terrible and is terribly cheesy, from character design to emotes, to user interface and even the gameplay.”
    • “Let's start with character design.”
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Play time

5hMedian play time
5hAverage play time
2-10hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 13 analyzed playthroughs

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