Black Ops 2 doesn't reinvent Call of Duty in any startling ways, however it cranks the fun factor up to 11.
The campaign is a little boring at first, however things start to escalate in such a ridiculous manner that you will want to see the shooting gallery go to the bitter end.
A factor in this is the cornucopia of talent they assembled for the game; you will be surprised at who from Hollywood shows up for this romp even in the most minor of roles, including the likes of Tony Todd, Michael Rooker, Michelle Rodriguez, and the great Michael Keaton. Kamar de los Reyes steals the show with his performance as the menacing Raul Menendez; a great villain that proves to be more interesting than the protagonists.
The score done by Trent Reznor is subtly enjoyable. A standout piece is the one seen in the very menu you start off in that serves as a motif during certain parts of the campaign.
The graphics aren't bad, but they are beginning to show their age. Haven't noticed any significant changes from modern warfare 4 to now, however they still look good so its not a total loss.
The maps are a lot more interesting this time around in comparison to the last iteration. Generic warzones of the past are replaced with fun locations like a yacht to duke it out with the online community.
The modes are back in full force. Victory doesn't seem to be that important in this game, as the brilliant customization lets you set goals for yourself. An addictive premise that will keep you coming back for more. A new create your own emblem is almost a game in itself, as almost anything can be depicted to your friends and strangers alike to represent you. You will see the ugly side of humanity online as unicorns in compromising positions seem be the order of the day for most would be comedians out there, along with certain parts of the human anatomy in action...but I digress.
Tranzit(zombies!) is brilliant; the closest this game comes to adding something new to the table. You will be familiar with the mechanics of nazi zombies, however the map has been greatly expanded and filled with mysteries around every corner. The closest thing we'll get to a co-op zombie free roam for now. The grief mode is an amusing multiplayer mode in itself that can lead to some intense struggles for survival.
Black Ops 2 aims to get you as much out of your dollar as possible in the same way the orange box attempted to years ago. Treyarch's unique sense of humor shines through to round out the package, the bizarre post credits sequence being a highlight. Treyarch has done it again without taking themselves too seriously, kudos.
The campaign is a little boring at first, however things start to escalate in such a ridiculous manner that you will want to see the shooting gallery go to the bitter end.
A factor in this is the cornucopia of talent they assembled for the game; you will be surprised at who from Hollywood shows up for this romp even in the most minor of roles, including the likes of Tony Todd, Michael Rooker, Michelle Rodriguez, and the great Michael Keaton. Kamar de los Reyes steals the show with his performance as the menacing Raul Menendez; a great villain that proves to be more interesting than the protagonists.
The score done by Trent Reznor is subtly enjoyable. A standout piece is the one seen in the very menu you start off in that serves as a motif during certain parts of the campaign.
The graphics aren't bad, but they are beginning to show their age. Haven't noticed any significant changes from modern warfare 4 to now, however they still look good so its not a total loss.
The maps are a lot more interesting this time around in comparison to the last iteration. Generic warzones of the past are replaced with fun locations like a yacht to duke it out with the online community.
The modes are back in full force. Victory doesn't seem to be that important in this game, as the brilliant customization lets you set goals for yourself. An addictive premise that will keep you coming back for more. A new create your own emblem is almost a game in itself, as almost anything can be depicted to your friends and strangers alike to represent you. You will see the ugly side of humanity online as unicorns in compromising positions seem be the order of the day for most would be comedians out there, along with certain parts of the human anatomy in action...but I digress.
Tranzit(zombies!) is brilliant; the closest this game comes to adding something new to the table. You will be familiar with the mechanics of nazi zombies, however the map has been greatly expanded and filled with mysteries around every corner. The closest thing we'll get to a co-op zombie free roam for now. The grief mode is an amusing multiplayer mode in itself that can lead to some intense struggles for survival.
Black Ops 2 aims to get you as much out of your dollar as possible in the same way the orange box attempted to years ago. Treyarch's unique sense of humor shines through to round out the package, the bizarre post credits sequence being a highlight. Treyarch has done it again without taking themselves too seriously, kudos.