Call of Duty®: Warzone™
Action
Free To Play
Single-player
Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Captions available
In-App Purchases

Welcome to Call of Duty®: Warzone™, the massive free-to-play combat arena. Experience thrilling modes & new gameplay features across three new geo updates in Fortune's Keep, Endgame (for a limited time), Battle Royale, Black Ops Royale, and Resurgence.

Developers: Infinity Ward Raven Software Beenox Treyarch High Moon Studios Sledgehammer Games Activision Shanghai Demonware Toys for Bob
Publishers: Activision
Release Date: Nov 16, 2022
Price (USD): Free
Current Players: 1

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Negative(29%)
core gunplay
multiplayer modes
free-to-play
playing with friends
game modes
movement mechanics
weapon changes
huge storage size
cheaters
technical issues
bad optimization
installation process
The general sentiment around the game is predominantly negative, with players frequently criticizing the excessive storage requirements and complicated installation process. A common source of frustration is the prevalence of cheaters and persistent technical issues, which players feel impacts the enjoyment of the game. The game is praised for its core gunplay mechanics but overshadowed by the negative experiences rooted in aggressive monetization and the frustrating update processes. Despite some positive aspects like the game's free-to-play nature and multiplayer modes enjoyed with friends, the overarching narrative among reviewers is that the current condition of the game is a disappointment, especially compared to previous iterations some players fondly remember.

Positive Points

  • Some players appreciate the game's core gunplay mechanics.
  • There are praises for multiplayer modes when played with friends.
  • Free-to-play access is appreciated by some players.
  • Negative Points

  • The game takes up an excessive amount of storage space, often 300GB or more.
  • There are frequent complaints about the number of cheaters affecting gameplay.
  • Players express frustration with technical issues such as crashes, bugs, and poor optimization.
  • The installation process is criticized for being cumbersome, involving large downloads that do not directly install the game.
  • Many reviewers mention a required setup involving BIOS adjustments to enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, which they find cumbersome and unnecessary.
  • There is dissatisfaction with the skill-based matchmaking system, with many feeling it leads to unbalanced games.
  • Players complain about the aggressive focus on microtransactions and the costly cosmetic items.
  • Mixed Points

  • Some players find the new updates and changes to the game unwelcome, altering gameplay in ways they dislike.
  • The movement mechanics and game modes like Black Ops Royale receive mixed reactions; some find them exciting while others miss the old Warzone experience.
  • Recent changes to weapons and loadout systems are divisive, with some enjoying the challenge and others feeling frustrated by the mechanics.
  • Common Themes

  • The most frequent complaint is about the game's excessive file size and the complicated, lengthy installation process.
  • Cheating remains a prominent issue despite the presence of the Ricochet anti-cheat system.
  • Technical problems, specifically concerning updates, crashes, and game performance, are troubling players.
  • There is widespread dissatisfaction with the monetization strategy and its impact on the gaming experience.
  • Updated 6/5/2026, 12:02:26 AM UTC
    Call of Duty®: Warzone™ - GamerTake