Despite his rookie status, Soap soon finds himself completing high-risk black ops missions and racing against a plot that could spark World War 3. The intense storyline feels worthy of a Tom Clancy novel and addresses themes that are still relevant in today's world.Īs the main character, you'll take on the role of Soap McTavish, a rookie soldier in the elite British Special Air Service.
Pulse-pounding story modeĬentral to the Modern Warfare experience is the game's campaign mode. The same can be said for almost everything else about Call of Duty 4.ĭespite being over a decade old, the game still holds up and remains a must-play for any gamer, whether you're a more serious player or just playing for fun. Modern Warfare does have a remastered version, but the original's graphics are still on par with the remaster.
The graphics also received a major overhaul, and still hold up against some current-generation titles. The game's setting wasn't the only aspect to receive an upgrade. Airstrikes, attack choppers, and guided missiles all completely redefined the world of first-person shooters. Old WWII bolt action rifles and steel helmets were replaced with assault rifles and night-vision goggles. Call of Duty 4 was the first game to take the fight into the modern era. Previously, the Call of Duty franchise had been relegated to the battlefields of World War II.
When Call of Duty 4 first came out in 2007, it took the gaming world by storm.