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What changed in Call of Duty®: Black Ops II in 2012

53 updates · 6 main milestones · Jun 28, 2012 to Dec 18, 2012

  1. 24 events
    Fix for Party host receiving infinite 'Reconnecting to Party' messagebug fix
    Steam
    Fix for 'Error quit was not requested in the main thread'bug fix
    Steam
    Added Hardcore Kill Confirmed playlistnew content

    Now available in the Hardcore category.

    Steam
    Joinable friends now sort to the top of the friends listui ux
    Steam
    Fix for issues with 16:10 displaysbug fix
    Steam
    Fix for freeze when unlocking Death From Above achievementbug fix
    Steam
    Improved film rendering stabilityperformance

    Made progression bar more accurate while rendering a film.

    Steam
    Fix for TXAA not disabling on unsupported cardsbug fix
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    Matchmaking improvementsgameplay
    Steam
    Users can unlink YouTube accountsui ux
    Steam
    Fix for knife lunge not working with gamepad connectedbug fix
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    Improved CoDTV sort filters for browsing contentui ux
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    Increased Friends list limit to 300ui ux
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    Fix for crash during creditsbug fix
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    Fixed new UI error messages reported by usersbug fix
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    Added SFX to sliders in options menuaudio
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    Collision and clipping fixes on all mapsbug fix
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    Care Package resets for non-owner if owner re-rolls using Engineer perkgameplay
    Steam
    Fix for changing gamepad Button Layout in theaterbug fix
    Steam
    Using arrow keys to adjust mouse sensitivity increments by .01quality of life
    Steam
    Fix for issues when binding mousewheel to firebug fix
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    Improved audio/rumble responsiveness when hitting enemiesaudio
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    Improved load times for AMD hardwareperformance
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    Improvements to ambient occlusionvisuals
    Steam
  2. 7 events
    General performance improvements for CPUs with 4 or more coresperformance

    Enhanced performance in singleplayer, multiplayer, and zombies modes for players with multi-core CPUs.

    Steam
    Improved dedicated server matchmakingnetwork

    Matchmaking for dedicated servers has been enhanced.

    Steam
    Max FOV increased to 90 degreesbalance change

    Players can now adjust the field of view up to 90 degrees.

    Steam
    Fix for 'Connection Interrupted' errors in multiplayerbug fix

    Fixed issues causing 'Connection Interrupted' errors while loading into multiplayer matches.

    Steam
    Fix for horse falling through the worldbug fix

    Resolved an issue where a horse would get stuck in quicksand in Afghanistan on certain CPUs.

    Steam
    Fix for crash when a 7th player joins a 6 player league lobbybug fix

    Resolved a crash issue that occurred when a 7th player attempted to join a league lobby.

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    Fix for RC-XD and AGR sinking into the mapbug fix

    Addressed a problem with RC-XD and AGR vehicles sinking into the map in multiplayer on certain CPUs.

    Steam
  3. 3 events
    Nuketown 2025 Playlist Reinstatednew content

    The Nuketown 2025 playlist was temporarily removed but has been reinstated in a new 'Chaos Moshpit' playlist.

    Steam
    Nuketown 2025 Access Limited to Custom Gamesgameplay

    Initially, the Nuketown 2025 map was only playable in unranked custom games after the removal of the dedicated playlist.

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    Double XP Weekend Concludedbalance change

    The double XP weekend for Nuketown 2025 has officially ended.

    Steam
  4. 1 event
    Disc 2 Installation Errorbug fix

    Some copies of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 mistakenly contain Mass Effect 2 on the second disc, causing installation issues.

    Steam
  5. 1 event
    FOV Cap Set at 80gameplay

    The maximum field of view (FOV) in Black Ops 2 will be capped at 80, the same as the original Call of Duty: Black Ops multiplayer mode.

    Steam
  6. 2 events
    New Matchmaking System Based on Ping and Latencynetwork

    Black Ops 2 will use ping and latency exclusively for multiplayer matchmaking instead of region-based grouping.

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    Introduction of Dedicated PC Hostingnetwork

    The game will feature dedicated PC hosting for improved multiplayer experience.

    Steam
  7. 1 event
    Call of Duty Elite Service Free for Black Ops II Playersnew contentMilestone

    Activision announced that the Call of Duty Elite service will be free for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 players upon launch.

    Steam
  8. 3 events
    Traditional Survival Zombie Mode Addednew content

    A classic survival mode for fans of previous Treyarch zombie experiences.

    Steam
    New Versus Mode for Zombie Apocalypsenew content

    A versus mode where two teams of four compete for zombie kills without harming each other.

    Steam
    Expanded Co-op Mode 'Tranzit' Introducednew contentMilestone

    A new co-op mode called 'Tranzit' allows four players to survive a zombie road trip across the US, featuring various locations and buildable items.

    Steam
  9. 4 events
    Upgrade to DirectX 11 EngineperformanceMilestone

    The Black Ops engine has been upgraded to a leaner DirectX 11 edition, promising significant performance improvements.

    Steam
    Enhanced Graphics Featuresperformance

    The game features enhanced lighting, shadows, antialiasing, bloom, depth of field, and ambient occlusion.

    Steam
    Higher Resolutions and Frameratesperformance

    The game can run at higher resolutions and framerates, with no frame rate limit.

    Steam
    Minimum System Requirements Releasedsystem

    Minimum system requirements for Black Ops II PC have been detailed, including OS, CPU, memory, and video card specifications.

    Steam
  10. 2 events
    Hardened Edition Detailsnew content

    Includes bonus in-game content: Nuketown Zombies & Nuketown 2025, exclusive Xbox Live CLAW Avatar Prop, limited edition challenge coins, and more.

    Steam
    Prestige Edition Detailsnew content

    Includes MD-27 Dragonfire Drone, exclusive PlayStation 3 system multiplayer theme, and similar bonus content as the Hardened Edition.

    Steam
  11. 4 events
    New 'Pick 10' Class System Introducednew contentMilestone

    Players can occupy ten gear slots with any combination of weapons, perks, and killstreak rewards.

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    Prestige System for Unlocking Geargameplay

    Players must prestige and reset their character to unlock all seven new pieces of kit.

    Steam
    Customizable Loadouts with Wild CardsgameplayMilestone

    Players can forgo primary weapons for extra perks or wild card abilities that modify weapon behavior.

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    Over 100 Kit Items and Powers Availablenew content

    A wide range of abilities and items to choose from for player customization.

    Steam
  12. 1 event
    Nuketown 2025 Map Announcementnew contentMilestone

    The beloved Nuketown map returns as 'Nuketown 2025', redesigned to fit Black Ops 2's futuristic theme.

    Steam