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Introduction:

Call of Duty is the first part of most famous Call of Duty series that was a major hit throughout the world for its excellent gameplay and graphics. Published by Activision and developed by Infinity Ward, Call of Duty was released on October 29, 2003. It was precisely acclaimed by critics and game lovers and won several awards.

Development:

Call of Duty – I, was developed by “Infinity Ward”. It was developed for PC and needed basic system requirements of 600 MHz CPU, 128 MB RAM, and 1.4 GB hard disk. It was published and released by “Activision”.

Plot:

Theme of Call of Duty – I was similar to “Medal of Honor” another famous World War theme video game. But the major difference was that in Call of Duty – I, you play not only as American Soldier but also as British and Soviet soldier. The game is divided in three campaigns, first as an American Soldier, second as a British Soldier and third as a Soviet Soldier. In each campaign player has to complete certain missions. Different campaigns have different main characters like Pvt. Joey Martin in American campaign, Sgt. Jack Evans in British campaign, and Pvt. Alexei Ivanovich Voronin in Soviet campaign. At some places gameplay is inspired by famous movies such as “Band of Brothers”, “The Longest Day” and “Enemy at the Gates”.

Thumbs Up:

Call of Duty – I is one the best first person shooter based on World War theme. Players are presented with great opportunity to play as American, British and Soviet soldiers. Great weapons of that era are available with different modes of firing. Storyline of game is really impressive that holds you and intense missions in game are very interesting. Game also features a special effect “Shellshock” in which the vision of player gets blurred and time and speed of players slows down when he comes in effect of any explosion. In addition to this multiplayer game options are also available. There are six multiplayer game modes are available. Multiplayer game has a feature called “Killcam” in which defeated player can see the last 5 seconds of gameplay through the eyes of opponent. Game saving options is also very favorable for users.

Thumbs Down:

Although Call of Duty – I is a great game, it has some negative points also. Players cannot sprint in gameplay. Movement in standing position is constant so it causes some problems in underfire area. At some places animation is not up to the mark. You will also find some clipping issues at some places.

Response:

Call of Duty – I was highly appreciated by game lovers and critics all over the world. It is one of the most successful PC games till date. It won the award of “Game of the Year” in 2003. Game Developers Choice Award also nominated it for Best Game in 2004. Some special effects such as “Shellshock” and “Killcam” were specially acclaimed by critics. Famous website IGN gives Call of Duty – I, 9.3 points out of 10.