In recent months there has been a lot of talk about the new Call of Duty: Black Ops 4, of the dualism with Battlefied and, above all, of the much discussed modality Battle Royale, a gaming experience that in this period is highly sought after, revived in the style of Treyarch. The development house has made a really brave move, but perfectly in line with the tastes of loyal users COD. The team excluded the single player campaign from the title, concentrating all resources in creating online content that can engage the tastes of multiple users, thus proposing a product full of diversity to be taken into consideration. The reading key to better analyze this chapter of the saga therefore we find it in the word "fun", or the desire to create a playful experience that covers not just the target audience, but even the players to be involved with online just didn't care. How to do this job without becoming banal? Simple, take the good things done with the series in recent years and propose it in a new guise, also taking into account the needs of those looking for more classic activities. So, the new Black Ops looks in better shape than ever, ready to give a significant change to the brand.
The future is yours
As mentioned at the beginning, the absence of a single player campaign in Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 that's not necessarily a bad thing, especially if replaced properly with compelling multiplayer content. In this paragraph, therefore, we will focus on precisely this type of additions, so as to have clear ideas immediately about the proposal. Treyarch. First of all, it is fair to say that even fans who do not seek a too deep approach can turn to more classic modes, even if in line with the style of the saga, therefore high rhythms and a lot of action speed. No super-powered exoskeletons, so as to give an approach more affordable even for old players. Therefore also thanks to the structure of the maps developed by Treyarch you will undoubtedly find yourself at ease. The proposed locations are 14, none of them too distracting and all easy to memorize. The approach will be familiar and immediate, with you who will be immediately catapulted onto the war field and where each game will be made unique thanks above all to the characteristics of the various scenarios.
Note the balance of the clashes that the development house wanted to donate between the various classes - none advantageous compared to the others - so as to push the user to move a lot between the maps with always very high game rhythms. Knowing the settings will be essential to win, this will obviously take some practice to do. The mini-map has now also been changed: now you will no longer have the general view, but only active enemies and only a limited portion around the team members. This change of direction could make some users turn up their noses, but it makes the tactic even more pronounced. The cure will now no longer be automatic, but closely linked to the use of a dedicated skill which, once exploited, will recharge over time. Right here is the time to talk about the skills because, if some of them perfectly match the playing style of some soldiers, making the most of these mechanics becomes complex in the pyrotechnic context to which you are left. The introduction of new specialties only increases the depth of gameplay and matches, so as to also give a great sense of change.
In some new modes included with Call of Duty: Black Ops 4, such as Control, where you will have to either assume or defend the domain of a certain area, you will have to consider your type of approach and use on which specialty to choose. Therefore, building a balanced team able to be "covered" in multiple roles becomes fundamental. In some types of encounters, teamwork will determine success or failure, so think carefully about all your choices. Furthermore some old ways have been revolutionized, so as to make them more dynamic and fun. Instead, as regards the more classic modes, the class system remains unchanged, with the addition, however, of an additional slot that will give bonuses to the player. Although the maps have been created to offer no advantages, it seemed to us that this does not apply to weapons, but we are sure that the development house will be able to correct the shot already in the near future. Despite this small flaw that does not in the least affect the general enjoyment of the experience, we would like to say that the entire multiplayer package - surrounded by new and old modes - is the richest ever made linked to a brand of Call of Duty.
Everyone against everyone
The mode Battleroyale in Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 is definitely the centerpiece of the entire gaming experience. Already thanks to the beta we were convinced by the quality of this introduction, but now that we have been able to get our hands on the final quality of the product, we can only confirm the good things seen previously. What has been achieved is the first real Battleroyale Triple A on the market, therefore it represents a great challenge with the strengths and weaknesses that it brings with it. Although in general the activity is not very different from other titles on the market, we can immediately see that the approach is undoubtedly that of the COD series, so as to give back to the player many intense moments. The result is a very satisfying and fun experience if played with the help of a few friends, but on the contrary it is not very sought after if played alone. However, the giant map varies a lot, helping to diversify the various approaches as needed.
Finding the strongest or most appropriate equipment for your style of play is undoubtedly a strong advantage, but we are sure that this too will be improved in the near future. At the moment the impression is that of a still rather immature modality, but the efforts of Treyarch to model the skin of the business to its brand, to give players a sort of continuity both in the gameplay and in the dynamics of action. The software house, however, was clear right away, announcing that Blackout will be a feature that is perpetually evolving and will undergo continuous updates. To reach the top, you will mainly listen to the feedback of the community, always very helpful towards society. Treyarch therefore it will be close to the players, providing the support they deserve and expect. Having already increased the number of users on the map to 100 is a good sign, but we are sure that the first events will not be long in coming.
Someone stop the zombies!
Obviously to the multiplayer system of Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 There have also been several modes focused on zombies, an activity that is always in great demand by many fans. This year you will mainly have three very different maps, one very classic, two instead deeply linked by a narrative vein. The development house had promised a zombie mode full of novelties and so it was, since the new challenges will be able to satisfy the palate of any type of player. Gladiator arena, historical references and much more: the playful offer from this point of view is truly impressive and will guarantee you many hours of fun. Over the course of the game you will find yourself taking down champions, solve puzzles of different nature and find yourself embroiled in really crazy situations. Zombie fans have always criticized excessive repetition, but this year you will have such longevity that it will take a lot to get bored. In fact, now you will also be stimulated to move forward thanks to a progression system and the ability to choose the various scenarios, also based on your skills.
The mix of weapons, upgrades, bonuses and other implementations pays off Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 truly epic at times, as your skills and aim will be decisive in staying alive or recovering a fallen ally. Also in this case, collaboration will be essential to win, but to make everything unique is a sort of narrative that will be explained to you by the various characters that you will control. In some cases, the games can also be customized, so as to be approached even by less practical players. Now it is totally unthinkable to define the zombie offer as a simple accompaniment mode, but it represents in all respects an alternative to the height within the gaming experience offered by Activision. We are waiting to see how everything will be supported also in the following months.
Reload
The technical sector of the new Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 it is perfectly in line with what was done previously, therefore always valid even if not free from some small defect, which, however, does not affect the overall playability of the product. The graphics therefore remain clean by today's standards, but in no case represent a sort of revolution. The fps run quietly at 60, although in some games, especially in Blackout mode, some failure is clearly visible to the naked eye. In conclusion we can say with certainty that Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 represents a real step forward for the series, ready to explode with a number of contents such as to make all competitors go gray. Treyarch this year it goes down hard, meeting the playful needs of all users and leaving nothing to chance. Blackout is still an unknown, but if duty is sustained, as well as the general package, in a few months it can become the spearhead of the entire product.
