Call of Duty Advanced Warfare review: critics praise 'brilliant' return to form

After disappointing sales for its predecessor, critics say Advanced Warfare will be a huge hit

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With gargantuan budgets, Hollywood-inspired visuals and the backing of one of the biggest games publishers in the world, Call of Duty is the Michael Bay blockbuster of the gaming world.

But will this year’s offering help to steady the ship after comparatively disappointing sales of the series’ previous outing – Call of Duty: Ghosts? Early reviews suggest Advance Warfare is likely to be a huge hit.

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