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How many Call of Duty Games are there? Our Top 5 List

How many Call of Duty Games are there? Our Top 5 List

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Aidan van Vuuren

3 Apr, 2023, 13:49

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Last updated: 12 Apr, 2025, 06:43

The sheer scale of the Call of Duty franchise is evident when considering the number of games it comprises. Even after two decades since the first game's release, the list continues to expand with an extensive collection of titles. With each new addition to the series, fresh features, maps, modes, and engines are introduced, drawing players back into the game once more. This shows no signs of stopping anytime soon, as the franchise continues to evolve and grow with every new release. But exactly how many Call of Duty games are there? As it stands, there are 22 Call of Duty games:

  • Call of Duty (2003)
  • Call of Duty 2 (2005)
  • Call of Duty 3 (2006)
  • Call of Duty: Roads to Victory (2007)
  • Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (2007)
  • Call of Duty: World at War (2008)
  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009)
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops (2010)
  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011)
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops II (2012)
  • Call of Duty: Ghosts (2013)
  • Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare (2014)
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops III (2015)
  • Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare (2016)
  • Call of Duty: WWII (2017)
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 (2018)
  • Call of Duty Mobile (2019)
  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019)
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War (2020)
  • Call of Duty: Warzone (2020)
  • Call of Duty: Vanguard (2021)
  • Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II (2022)
  • Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 (2022)

Our top 5 picks for the best Call of Duty games:

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is often considered one of the best games in the franchise. Released in 2009, it features an intense single-player campaign with memorable missions and characters. The multiplayer mode is also highly praised, with a variety of game modes and customization options. The game's graphics and sound design were also top-notch for its time, making it a must-play for any Call of Duty fan.

Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare

Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is often credited with revolutionizing the first-person shooter genre. Released in 2007, it introduced a modern setting and a more cinematic approach to storytelling. The game's single-player campaign is widely regarded as one of the best in the series, with memorable missions and characters. The multiplayer mode also introduced the now-iconic Create-a-Class system, allowing players to customize their loadouts and playstyles. Overall, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is a classic that any fan of the franchise should experience.

Call of Duty: Black Ops

Call of Duty: Black Ops is one of the most popular games in the franchise, and for good reason. Released in 2010, it introduced a new storyline set during the Cold War, with players taking on the role of special forces operatives. The game's campaign is filled with twists and turns, and features some of the most memorable missions in the series. The multiplayer mode is also top-notch, with a variety of game modes and maps to choose from. Black Ops also introduced the popular Zombies mode, which has become a staple of the franchise. Overall, Call of Duty: Black Ops is a must-play for any fan of the series.

Call of Duty: World at War

Call of Duty: World at War is a classic game in the franchise that takes players back to World War II. Released in 2008, it features a gripping campaign that follows the stories of American and Soviet soldiers as they fight their way through the Pacific and Eastern Fronts. The game also introduced the popular Zombies mode, which has become a staple of the franchise. World at War's multiplayer mode is also highly regarded, with a variety of game modes and maps to choose from. Overall, Call of Duty: World at War is a must-play for any fan of the series who wants to experience the roots of the franchise.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare is a reboot of the original game that started it all. Released in 2019, it features a gripping campaign that follows the story of a CIA officer and British SAS forces as they try to stop a terrorist organization from using chemical weapons. The game also features a revamped multiplayer mode with new game modes and maps, as well as the popular Spec Ops mode for co-op play. With stunning graphics and intense gameplay, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare is a must-play for any fan of the series.

And there, you have it. Those are our top five best Call of Duty games. Which ones are your favorite?

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