When it comes to finding the best games like Call of Duty, there are some great options out there. It's certainly not easy to compare to Activision's behemoth series given that it's home to some of the best shooters of all time, with the latest entry, Black Ops 7, delivering one of the most interesting campaigns in years - read our Black Ops 7 review in progress for more on that. However, that's where we come in.
Whether you're looking for more after getting your fill of Black Ops 7, Black Ops 6, Modern Warfare 2, or Warzone 2, we're here to bring a list of options to consider. From the likes of other competitive shooters to battle royale games and more, read on below as we take you through our pick of the best games like Call of Duty to play today.
The best games like Call of Duty to play today, starting with...
10. PUBG Battlegrounds
Developer: Krafton
Platform(s): PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One
Any battle royale could have kicked off this list, but Player Unknown: Battlegrounds (now known simply as PUBG Battlegrounds) gets the top spot as the original and most gritty. If you favored sniper weapons in COD multiplayer, then you'll be well at home on PUBG's sprawling maps. You parachute down to land with 99 other players and battle it out until only one of you is standing. PUBG is a fantastic alternative to Warzone. If you are looking for COD alternatives that are also the best battle royale games, PUBG Battlegrounds is a great shout.
9. Apex Legends
Developer: Respawn Entertainment
Platform: PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Switch, Switch 2
EA's free-to-play shooter came from nowhere to challenge Fortnite and PUBG's dominance of the free-to-play battle royale genre in early February 2019, reaching over 50 million players by the end of its first month. Years later, Apex Legends remains one of the most competitive multiplayer shooters out there. It's got a sharp skill ceiling, so you may want to drop with two friends by your side, as Apex rewards smart plays and class-based synergies. Apex Legends is a vibrant shooter that'll challenge you in ways Call of Duty could never. We also gave it five stars in our Apex Legends review, so yeah, it's very much worth your time.
8. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive 2
Developer: Valve
Platform(s): PC
If you've never heard of Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (aka CS: GO), welcome back! We hope your nine-year trek through Antarctica was fruitful, and your reconnection with civilization has been smooth. Your first task now should be to play the sequel to Valve's iconic multiplayer shooter. Since its release, it's become one of the eSports heavy hitters with tournaments that draw crowds of millions. No wonder, really, since it takes COD's close-quarter combat and strips it of all fluff. There are no double jumps, wall runs, or laser guns here. The only way you'll win CS: GO 2 is with sheer skill and determination honed through match after match. Read our Counter-Strike: Global Offensive review for more details!
7. Overwatch 2
Developer: Blizzard
Platform(s): PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One
Overwatch 2 is now available after being in early access for years, and it's a fantastic alternative to Call of Duty. Blizzard replaced the original Overwatch entirely, with this refined competitive shooter taking its place. While it hasn't been taken as favorably as the first game, OW2 has a tighter team composition than its predecessor, has a free-to-play structure, and is arguably more aggressively inclined – there's less of a focus on support roles and a greater push to have you pushing objectives. Overwatch 2 isn't for everyone, though, so be sure to read our Overwatch 2 review before you grab this one.
6. Titanfall 2
Developer: Respawn Entertainment
Platform(s): PC, PS4, Xbox One
If you couldn't tell already from our glowing Titanfall 2 review, we are big fans of this game. The first Titanfall did well, but it was Respawn Entertainment's outstanding sequel that truly made it a COD contender. Titanfall 2 builds on the foundations of its predecessor, adding a cleverly written single-player campaign and sharpening its multiplayer shooting mechanics. The series meshes traditional firefights with giant mechs that players control to dominate the field. This creates truly unique strategies where you must balance the raw power of mech fighting with the fluid freedom of running around outside your unit. Titanfall 2 is arguably one of (if not the) best FPS games of the last generation.
5. Spec Ops: The Line
Developer: Yager Development
Platform(s): PC, PS4, Xbox One
Dubai's gleaming skyscrapers and pristine beaches have been battered by a catastrophic sandstorm, burying a once-great city and trapping its citizens. Your job is to go into the ruins and rescue as many as you can - but it won't be easy. Feral gangs dog you every step, and natural disasters strike frequently. Spec Ops: The Line draws heavy inspiration from Joseph Conrad's novella Heart of Darkness, so expect some weighty morality decisions. If you play Call of Duty for its multiplayer Spec Ops won't be too strong a swap. For more information, you can read our detailed Spec Ops: The Line review, just to make sure this is the game for you.
4. Halo Infinite
Developer: 343 Industries
Platform(s): Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PC
As we mentioned in our Halo Infinite review, combat in this COD alternative feels fantastic. In many ways, it also feels like a homecoming. 343 Industries was faced with what should have been an impossible challenge: to celebrate a 20-year legacy while outlining the foundations for future adventures. And so there's another ringed world to explore and a new Smart AI companion to shine a little light in its darkest corners; a new extinction event for humanity to narrowly circumvent and yet another fight for Master Chief to threaten to one day finish. Halo Infinite is Halo as you remember it; Halo Infinite is Halo as you've never seen it before.
3. Rainbow Six Siege
Developer: Ubisoft
Platform(s): PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One
A month after Black Ops 3 hit shelves in November 2015, Rainbow Six Siege released. But while Call of Duty players eventually moved on to the next COD installment, Rainbow Six Siege's player base has expanded to over 25 million. It constantly updates with new free maps, building off a solid base game that tasks players with fighting as either terrorists or counter-terrorists. Terrorists play defense, counter-terrorists must infiltrate their territory and take all enemies out. Rainbow Six enjoys a regular flow of new DLC that shakes things up just as they're becoming slightly stale, ensuring this is a game you can master and still find enjoyment from years later. Check out our Rainbow Six Siege review next.
2. Battlefield 6
Developer: Battlefield Studios
Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
Battlefield 6 is the latest and greatest Battlefield game and is a great Call of Duty alternative for those looking for a more tactical experience and a realistic war game. Set during 2027 and 2028, the game explores a fictional conflict between NATO and a private military company. While this FPS doesn't offer a ton of innovations from past entries, it nails the basics that we all love about military sims. Its multiplayer experience is polished, and as we point out in our Battlefield 6 review, its class system also gives some great nuance to gameplay. A free-to-play battle royale mode, called RedSec, has also been released. So, yeah, Battlefield 6 is a complete FPS package, if you ask us.
1. Metro Exodus
Developer: 4A Games
Platform(s): PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One
Some of the best games take their inspiration from outside of the industry, and the Metro series is a great example. Based on novels by Dmitry Glukhovsky, the series takes place during the devastation of a global nuclear war. The survivors fled underground to form new civilizations in the world's metro tunnels, but the latest installment, Metro Exodus, allows players to venture back up to the surface. There's no multiplayer campaign, but you can test your shooter skills honed in Call of Duty throughout Metro Exodus's excellent single-player story. The focus here is exploration and stealth, so if you’re looking for a change of pace, this is it. For more on our top pick for the best games like Call of Duty, read our Metro Exodus review.
Check out our lists of all the upcoming Xbox Series X games, upcoming PS5 games, and new PC games to keep up to date with the latest shooters. Or read our guide on how to play all of the Black Ops games in order.
