Call of Duty

Call of Duty

Shooter
2003

Call of Duty is an upcoming Shooter game releasing on PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac. Scheduled to launch on October 29, 2003.

Developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision, Aspyr Media.

Release Date: 10/30/2003

Released
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Story

"Call of Duty" (2003) is the inaugural game in the acclaimed first-person shooter series developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision. Set during World War II, it provides an intense, cinematic experience that takes players through key battles in the European Theater of Operations. The game features three interwoven campaigns, allowing players to fight as American, British, and Soviet soldiers. With a focus on realism and authenticity, "Call of Duty" introduces innovative gameplay mechanics, such as squad-based combat and the use of iron sights for aiming. Players participate in historic missions like the D-Day invasion, the Battle of Stalingrad, and the assault on Pegasus Bridge, each meticulously crafted to convey the chaos and camaraderie of wartime. The game's gripping narrative, combined with its atmospheric graphics and sound design, set a new standard for the genre and established "Call of Duty" as a landmark title in video game history.

Screenshots

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Game Information

Platforms

PC (Microsoft Windows)Mac

Genres

Shooter

Developer

  • Infinity Ward

Publishers

  • Activision
  • Aspyr Media

Age Rating

ESRB: Unknown

Player Perspective

First person

Part of

  • Call of Duty franchise

Ratings & Reviews

87%
Critic Score
3 reviews
81%
User Score
764 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

ActionHistoricalWarfare

Game Modes

Single playerMultiplayer

Key Features

modern warfareworld war ii - ww2motorcyclebloodydeathsoldiermilitarybattleship

Game Engine

Built with id Tech 3

Release Information

Primary Release Date

October 29, 2003

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

Mac

May 1, 2004
North America

PC (Microsoft Windows)

November 7, 2003
Europe
October 29, 2003
North America

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for Call of Duty on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
memory:16 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:50 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
memory:32 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6800 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:100 GB available space (NVMe SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with Call of Duty, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

Frequently Asked Questions about Call of Duty