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Call of Duty: Black Ops II Review

This sequel interweaves Cold War operations with a near-future conflict, following characters whose decisions shape the unfolding story.

Gameplay and Presentation

Branching choices, optional objectives, and multiple endings add replay value rarely seen in the series. Its near-future equipment refreshes combat without losing the familiar responsive shooting, while multiplayer and Zombies offer distinct reasons to return.

The Final Verdict

Not every futuristic idea lands equally well, but the willingness to experiment with structure and player agency makes this one of the series’ most ambitious releases.

Information

  • Title: Call of Duty: Black Ops II
  • Release Year: 2012
  • Developer: Treyarch
  • Genre: First-Person Shooter