Kicking off our journey is a request from a self-proclaimed Call of Duty neophyte, who has ventured into the entire gaming multi-verse with a unique predicament of having never tried any Call of Duty game. Our would-be-gamer showed an interest in the immersive graphics and adrenaline-pumping gameplay videos, sowing the seeds of interest to plunge into the COD series, but is overwhelmed by the array of choices available.
Community Suggestions
- ‘MW3 because it’s the newest and most relevant of the games.’ – JonScotti’s perspective.
- A comprehensive list from Allforone-oneforall7 suggesting Black Ops, Black Ops 2, the entire Modern Warfare series and World at War
- Jedstarrr’s advice, ‘buy the newest one, MWIII for the true cod experience.’
Graphically Impressive or Fan Favourites?
The debate whether to get Modern Warfare 2019 for its graphics or give in to nostalgia and go for fan favorites sets in here. Allforone-oneforall7 recommends the latter, promising a rewarding gameplay experience albeit with outdated graphics.
Storyline or Gameplay: The Eternal Conundrum
‘Doubt any cod will get you invested in the story. Youtube vids are better for that. Maybe wait for a big bundle sale to get all the campaigns for the low.’ says Jedstarrr, implying the storytelling may not be the series’ strongest suit, despite strong narrative elements in some games.
The Gameplay Mechanics
Mar_Pani vouched for the recent titles, saying they carried over the same mechanics as their predecessors, thereby making it easier for new players to acclimate to.
In a bemusing mix of indecision and wisdom, the gaming community chimed in with varied suggestions. Some made a case for the visually stunning Modern Warfare 2019, while others advocated for older fan favorites. Whether our player takes the leap with the latest title or delves deeper into nostalgia is a decision that, like most things in the Call of Duty universe, is all about personal strategy and style.