Graphics: 9.5 / 10
Visually the game is stunning. Most of the time you can walk up to specific buildings, or walls, zoom in and see that Infinity Ward wanted to make this experience memorable. The character details are great, as well as the smoke and lighting effects. At times you can see some poor textures, but it isn't often. The level of depth gone into these environments really makes you appreciate your new Xbox 360.

Sound: 10 / 10
The audio department is perfect, to say the least. You are in WWII and Infinity Ward isn't holding anything back. Every little effect detail was taken into consideration. From the earth shattering explosions, to chattering comments from fellow soldiers and enemies, you feel as though you're in this massive living world. The music is original and outstanding. Soft violins lead you in and out of missions and when the battles get intense the music builds.

Controls: 10 / 10
The controls are like any typical FPS. The big difference with the 360 is it uses bump (left and right) that replaces the older black and white buttons on the Xbox controller. The button layout is perfectly mapped. Everything is at your disposal without having any issues. Options are available, such as customizing invert axis and other pre-set options.

Gameplay: 10 / 10
Do you remember the intense experience of playing Call of Duty when it was released on PC (no, not the horrid console versions)? Well, whether you did or didn't play the first rendition of this series on PC is irrelevant. Call of Duty 2 (CoD2) does not require the player to have previous experience with the series, which is great for new comers. The single player campaign takes you through the events of World War 2 from the prospective of the American, British, and Russian armies. If you have any knowledge of WWII, all the missions will be very familiar. That is because the missions are based on the most popular events during WWII.

Infinity Ward has done a great job with the sequel to one of my favorite FPSers ever. The game is unmerciful, as you cannot go running through stages blindly without considering your destination. The computer A.I. is extremely intelligent. Soldiers seem to act just as natural as any other human player. They will cover, throw grenades, call commands, and even take you down any time a chance is given.

The levels vary in size, but with the larger levels players need not worry as checkpoints are there to help just in case you get snipped in the head or taken down by five guys hiding behind that barnyard. The level layout is somewhat linear, but with constant action you won't have time to even notice it. Missions vary from securing buildings and positions to taking towns and clearing landscapes. The action is non-stop and there isn't a single point of disappointment.