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Metacritic 76

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War

Raven Software|2020ActionShooter
PCXbox OnePS4Xbox SeriesPS5

LumiScore

25

out of 100

Not recommended for unsupervised play

15min/day recommended

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: $0–$20/mo

Growth

42/100

Developing

Growth Value

Risk

82/100

HIGH

Engagement Patterns

Parent Pro-Tip

Monitor screen time closely and discuss the game's historical context and any propaganda themes present. Be aware of the strong monetization strategies and competitive online environment. Consider playing alongside your child to understand the content and social dynamics.

Top Skills Developed

Hand-Eye Coordination5/5
Reaction Time5/5
Problem Solving3/5
Spatial Awareness3/5
Strategic Thinking3/5

Development Areas

CognitiveProblem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
50
Social & EmotionalTeamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
13
Motor SkillsHand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
65
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)42/100

What your child develops

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War offers intense action and strategic combat scenarios that can sharpen problem-solving skills, reaction time, and hand-eye coordination. The historical setting provides a backdrop for understanding geopolitical conflicts, and the narrative encourages critical thinking about past events. Players can engage in strategic planning during missions and adapt to challenging combat situations. The game also provides opportunities for reading comprehension through in-game lore and objectives.

Base: UnknownPlaytime: ~11hReviewed May 2026

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About this game

The iconic Black Ops series is back with Call of Duty®: Black Ops Cold War - the direct sequel to the original and fan-favorite Call of Duty®: Black Ops. Black Ops Cold War will drop fans into the depths of the Cold War’s volatile geopolitical battle of the early 1980s.