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Call of Duty®: Black Ops III

Call of Duty®: Black Ops III

November 6, 2015
Activision
4.4/5.0(382,419 reviews)

Genres

ActionShooterShooter

Themes

sci-ficyberpunkmilitarydystopiandarkpsychologicalmysterious

Mechanics

real-timelinearcombatranged-combatmelee-combatparkourcustomizationclass-systemlevelingskill-treesparty-basedai-companionshidden-secretscutscenesstory-driven
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About This Game

Set in a dystopian future, "Call of Duty: Black Ops III" combines fast-paced, tactical military combat with an expansive campaign featuring advanced technology and zombie modes. The game introduces a new movement system that enhances mobility, allowing for dynamic gameplay across a variety of modes.

Highlights

  • Engaging single-player campaign with deep narrative
  • Innovative multiplayer mode with customizable weapons and characters
  • Robust cooperative zombie mode with endless gameplay
  • Advanced movement system enhancing mobility and strategy
  • Stunning graphics and detailed environments
  • Regular updates and community events
  • Cross-platform play for a wider audience

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Online Players:18
Local Players:4

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Mature

Gameplay

Modes
Single playerMultiplayerCo-operativeSplit screen
Perspective
First person

Time to Beat

Main story:8h

Player Reviews

Mixed

Overall, player feedback on Call of Duty®: Black Ops III is largely polarized, with many praising the fast-paced gameplay and innovative mechanics while criticizing the technical performance issues and lack of depth in both the campaign and multiplayer modes. The sentiment reflects both highly enthusiastic endorsements and vehemently negative experiences, particularly from those who faced crashes and connectivity problems.

Pros

  • • Fast-paced gameplay
  • • Innovative movement mechanics
  • • Variety of game modes including Zombies
  • • Good graphics (for some players)
  • • Engaging weapon customization

Cons

  • • Poor technical performance (lag, crashes)
  • • Recycled content from previous games
  • • Balancing issues, especially with shotguns
  • • Frustrating matchmaking and server issues
  • • Lack of a compelling single-player campaign

Based on 103 reviews from playstation, steam

Screenshots

DLC & Editions

Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Awakening
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Awakeningdlc
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Eclipse
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Eclipsedlc
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Descent
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Descentdlc
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Zombies Chronicles
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Zombies Chroniclesdlc
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - The Giant
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - The Giantdlc
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Salvation
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Salvationdlc
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Gold Edition
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Gold Editionbundle
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Digital Deluxe Edition
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Digital Deluxe Editionbundle
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Hardened Edition
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Hardened Editionbundle
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Juggernog Edition
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Juggernog Editionbundle
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Zombies Chronicles Edition
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Zombies Chronicles Editionbundle
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Game of the Year Edition
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Game of the Year Editionbundle
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Zombies Chronicles Deluxe Edition
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Zombies Chronicles Deluxe Editionbundle

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Call of Duty®: Black Ops III — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Call of Duty®: Black Ops III worth playing?
Call of Duty®: Black Ops III has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 4.4 out of 5 across 382,419 reviews.
How long does it take to beat Call of Duty®: Black Ops III?
Call of Duty®: Black Ops III takes around 8 hours for the main story.
Is Call of Duty®: Black Ops III single-player or multiplayer?
Call of Duty®: Black Ops III supports single player, multiplayer, co-operative, and split screen. Online play supports up to 18 players. Local play supports up to 4 players.
What platforms is Call of Duty®: Black Ops III available on?
Call of Duty®: Black Ops III is available on PS4.
When did Call of Duty®: Black Ops III release?
Call of Duty®: Black Ops III released on November 6, 2015.
What is Call of Duty®: Black Ops III's age rating?
Call of Duty®: Black Ops III carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Mature.
Call of Duty: Black Ops III - Tactical Military FPS Action