Call of Duty: Ghosts - Wii U overview

Call of Duty: Ghosts was released on November 5th for almost all platforms including the Wii U, and has received mixed but generally positive reviews. As of this writing, the Xbox 360 version currently has a Metacritic score of 74 out of 100, and the PS3 version has an average of 76. As with many multiplatform titles, Metacritic doesn't have a single review specifically for the Wii U version.

For those of you thinking about picking it up for Nintendo's console, here's an overview of what it's missing, as well as what it has that the others don't, courtesy of the user reviews on Amazon:

• Missing bonus map and DLC (Activision may port it depending on sales)
• No clan registry
• Supports Off-TV Play
• Local co-op with a dedicated screen for each player (one uses TV, other uses GamePad)
• Wii Remote and Nunchuk support
• Smaller community of users than other platforms

The user reviews say that the graphics are on par with the current-gen systems (360 and PS3) and that it's pretty much the same game except without the DLC and clan registry. They are advising gamers to do their homework before making a purchase and I would too, especially since there doesn't seem to be any guarantee that the DLC will see a release on the Wii U. You can read some user reviews via the source link below.

Source:Call of Duty: Ghosts - Nintendo Wii U - Amazon.com

Nintendo confirms Call of Duty: Ghosts is coming to Wii U

Call of Duty: Ghosts was announced a few months ago, but there have been a number of conflicting statements as to whether or not it would be coming to the Wii U. Not even publisher Activision seemed to know.

It looks as though we finally have an answer. Nintendo of America themselves have confirmed via Twitter that the blockbuster title is coming to their new console, complete with an image of the box art.

On 11/5, @CallofDuty: Ghosts arrives on #WiiU with a new world, story, & powerful next-gen engine. #CODGhosts pic.twitter.com/C9vMFjrwAg
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) July 25, 2013

Activision announces Call of Duty: Ghosts, no confirmation of Wii U version

Activision has officially announced Call of Duty: Ghosts, this year's entry in the extremely popular series. A live-action teaser trailer has been released which says a live demonstration will be held during the unveiling of the next generation Xbox on May 21st. A press release issued by the company has confirmed it is in development for the Xbox 360, PS3, PC, PS4, and "next gen platforms." Due to the wording, it is unclear if "next gen platforms" includes the Wii U, and retailers are not taking pre-orders for the game on the system.

And yet, it appears that it may be coming after all. When asked by The Examiner if the game is coming to Nintendo's console, an Activision representative gave the following reply:

We don’t have any news for the Wii U at this time, as we aren’t dating next generation platforms yet. Stay tuned.
-Activision representative

While many have debated the status of the Big N's console as a "next generation platform," it looks as though Activision is referring to it as such. It's also worth noting that box art for a Wii U version of Call of Duty: Ghosts was spotted on a Spanish retailer's website a few days ago before being removed after attracting attention. We'll keep you posted. Teaser trailer after the break.

Rumor - Call of Duty: Ghosts coming to Wii U

Activision is preparing to announce this year's entry in the Call of Duty series, but details have been scarce so far. However, it appears that one Spanish retailer has revealed a few details already.

According to the game's listing on XtraLife (which has been removed), Call of Duty: Ghosts will use a new game engine and will arrive on multiple platforms, including the Wii U. In fact, the box art you see above was taken directly from the listing.

While this shouldn't be taken as confirmation that Ghosts is coming to Nintendo's new console, it does appear hopeful that Activision is going to continue to support the platform. Seeing as how the official announcement is expected this week, we'll know for sure soon enough.

Source: XtraLife via GoNintendo

Double XP Weekend for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 starts Friday, April 12th

Developer Treyarch has announced via Twitter that there will be a Double XP Weekend beginning on Friday, April 12th at 10 AM Pacific and ending on Monday, April 15th at 10 AM Pacific. Gamers who play online during the promotion on any system will rack up twice as much XP as normal.

Forecast for the weekend: sunny with a 100% chance of Double XP (Xbox360/PS3/PC/WiiU), starting tomorrow at 10am/PST - Monday at 10am/PST.
— Treyarch Studios (@Treyarch) April 11, 2013

Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 Wii U update now available

Developer Treyarch has announced that a new update is available for the Wii U version of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2. There are a lot of improvements and bug fixes. You can see a few of the most notable ones below.

Black Ops II Wii U - Update - 3/20/2013

Posted by A_Trey_U on Mar 20, 2013 5:20 PM

Game Update Notes: Mar 20, 2013 – 29.135.22

Wii U Specific Features/Issues 

Feature Improvements:

• The globe heatmap is now visible on the GamePad while in the MP menu.
• Improvements made to increase the accuracy of Theater replays when following weapons in ADS.

Wii Remote changes:

• Mantling now requires pressing forward and holding the A button
• Camera lock will not prevent camera rotation while aiming down the sights
• Small increase to aim assist snap strength

Bug Fixes:

• Fixed a case where the player was unable to skip killcams
• Fixed an issue with certain button layouts that prevented the player from canceling a Tactical Insert respawn.
• Resolved an issue where the player could control Floating scope position during killcam and spectator cams.

These are just a few of the many, many changes. To see the full release notes, you can check out the post on the official Call of Duty forums via the link below.

  Black Ops 2 Wii U Update - March 20, 2013 - Call of Duty Community

Double XP Weekend for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 Wii U in effect

Developer Treyarch has announced that this weekend will be a Double XP Weekend for the Wii U version of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2. As you can see from the image above, this promotion is only for owners of Nintendo's new console. I haven't seen this mentioned on any of the other Wii U websites. Guess it kind of slipped through the cracks.

Here are the official details:

It's time to shine a spotlight on some different game modes.

All weekend long players can jump into our featured playlist and earn Double XP on the Wii U!

The featured playlist for this weekend:  MULTI-TEAM

This will start 3/15 around 11am PST and end 3/18 around 11am PST.

Have fun!

-Treyarch

Source: Call of Duty Community

Treyarch announces Double XP Weekend for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2

Treyarch has announced that another Double XP Weekend for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 is in effect. The promotion runs from today until Monday, February 25th. Double XP is available on the Wii U, Xbox 360, PS3, and PC.

Source: Treyarch via Twitter

Patch for Wii U version of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 causing problems

Update: 2/1/13 - A second patch has been released which addresses a number of issues and adds new functionality. You can check out the full release notes on the official Call of Duty forums here.

Original Story
Activision has released a patch for the Wii U version of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 which is meant to bring it up to speed with the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions. Unfortunately, it's causing a few problems.
Wii U community manager A_Trey_U has acknowledged that there are issues, and posted the following message on the official Call of Duty forums:

Hello Wii U Community,

We are noticing some issues with the version of the patch that was posted that you guys are also reporting here on the forums. We are working with Nintendo on a resolution to this problem and hope to know more at some point tomorrow. I will keep you posted as I receive more information.

We are aware that some of the menu listings from the 360′s Revolution DLC drop are showing up in the game. This is not a confirmation of DLC for the Wii U, just a versioning problem that we are working to address.

I do not want to publish the list of known fixes until I have confirmation that they are all live. I hope to be able to do this tomorrow, but as I mentioned, this is something we are working on with Nintendo, so the timeline isn’t entirely in our hands.

Thank you for understanding.

A_Trey_U

Sources: Call of Duty Community

Wii U version of Black Ops 2 has lower framerate than Xbox 360, PS3 versions

The framerate chugs at times.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 has been getting great reviews, but the media have been focused primarily on the Xbox 360, PS3, and PC versions as they were released five days before the launch of the Wii U. Eurogamer has put together a lengthy Black Ops 2 comparison article for the Wii U/Xbox 360/PS3 versions of the game, and while they say the Wii U version is a solid port for the most part, they reported that the framerate does slow down in certain parts of the game.

The Wii U version matches the look of the Xbox 360 game and thus gives it an edge visually over the PlayStation 3 release, but unfortunately it comes up well short in terms of performance - an aspect that is all-important to the playability of a COD title. The frame-rate variance is such that the PS3 game feels generally smoother, while the 360 release feels like an entirely different game in the more demanding levels. Bearing in mind the commonalities in hardware design between Wii U and Xbox 360, we can't help but feel somewhat disappointed that Black Ops 2 under-performs so noticeably.

Eurogamer says the multiplayer portion of the game holds up pretty well, and they also praised the ability to play the game on the GamePad.

Still, on the plus side, the multiplayer component of the game has emerged unscathed - if that's your focus, and you're willing to be patient for the online audience to grow in number, Black Ops 2 on Wii U is still worthy of consideration. The game also illustrates rather nicely the application of the GamePad for a new form of split-screen gaming, while tablet mirroring really is a sweet feature that we hope more developers embrace. 

If you would like to read the article in its entirety, you can do so via the source link below.

Source: Face-Off: Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 on Wii U - Eurogamer

Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 strategy guides available from Amazon

Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 is one of the hottest games of the year, and Brady Games has put together a strategy guide which covers just about everything and is now available on Amazon. Here's a quick summary.

Multiplayer
- Tactics from Call of Duty pros on every game mode
- Analysis of every perk, weapon, and scorestreak

Detailed Maps
-Single-player maps that pinpoint mission objectives and items
- Multiplayer maps that pinpoint spawn and capture points
- Zombies maps

Detailed walkthrough
-step by step instructions from start to finish
-suggested weapons loadouts, Intel locations

Explanation of new material
-latest combat gear
-Pick 10 Create-a-Class system
-League Play
-Perks
-Scorestreaks

The official Amazon description says the guide also covers "Expanded weapon stats, Achievements and Trophies, Challenges, and much more!" The Wii U does support an achievement/trophy system but there hasn't been any official confirmation as to whether or not the Wii U version of the game will feature them. Either way, if you're picking up the game for any platform, the strategy guide might be worth a look. It's available in two different editions - the traditional paperback edition, and a "Limited Edition," which comes in a hard cover "with superior foil and gloss finish" and "includes a deluxe hard cover Call of Duty®: Black Ops II branded journal" for taking game notes. For those of you who are interested, you can check out the details on Amazon via the links below:


Call of Duty: Black Ops II Signature Series Guide

Call of Duty: Black Ops II Limited Edition Strategy Guide (Call of Duty Black Ops 2)

Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 - Video Review by IGN

Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 has officially launched. Some retailers have already begun shipping the Wii U version out to those who pre-ordered, but since the console doesn't actually launch until Sunday, they obviously won't be able to play it yet. IGN has posted their video review of the game, and the verdict is pretty much what you'd expect. Keep in mind, though, Activision still hasn't made an official statement as to what sort of DLC will be available for the Wii U version, and the Call of Duty Elite service will not be available at launch. Video review after the break.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 - 54 minutes of multiplayer gameplay video

Many different levels are shown, including Nuketown 2025. Still no official confirmation the map will come to Wii U.

The staff of Giant Bomb picked up a copy of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 and recorded almost an hour of multiplayer gameplay footage. As they run around battling random people on Xbox Live, they give some commentary to try and make things more entertaining. They kick things off with a match in Nuketown 2025, the pre-order bonus map that everyone seems to want. Still no official word from Activision as to whether or not the map will find its way to the Wii U. Video after the break.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 - LG Cinema 3D trailer

Here's a new trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2. This video touts the game's 3D mode, but unless we hear otherwise, it seems very unlikely the Wii U version will support 3D. Either way, there's some new material that hasn't been seen yet, so it's worth a look. Video after the break.

Call of Duty Elite won't be available for Wii U version of Black Ops 2 at launch

Will the service support the Wii U version?

Activision recently announced that Call of Duty Elite services will be free for the Xbox 360, PS3, and PC, but it appears that Wii U owners won't be getting in on the deal, at least not at launch. Here's what the company had to say to Kotaku about the matter:

“We are currently evaluating options for Call of Duty Elite to support Nintendo’s Wii U game system, however Call of Duty Elite for Call of Duty: Black Ops II will not support this platform when the game launches on November 13th.”

Source: Kotaku

Launch trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2

Action-packed!

Here's the official launch trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2, complete with all sorts of futuristic weaponry and gadgets. I'm sure there will be quite a few people who will spend their weekend glued to their console of choice this weekend. Video after the break.

Black Ops 2 taking Call of Duty Multiplayer to the next level

So many options, so many modes.

Developer Treyarch has a somewhat dubious reputation as their entries in the popular Call of Duty series have consistently received mixed receptions from critics and gamers alike. It appears that they are about to redeem themselves, as the company is going all out with the multiplayer portion of Black Ops 2. Class customization and skill-based league play are just the tip of the iceberg, evidenced by the fact that the game's Zombie Mode is so massive it has a story of its own. Michael McWhertor of The Verge has written up a lengthy article which details just about everything the title's multiplayer has to offer. You can check it out via the link below.

"Call of Duty: Black Ops 2" multiplayer: but wait, there's more - The Verge

Some gamers upset that Wii U version of Black Ops 2 reportedly runs in full HD while others won't

Wii U will have the best-looking console version.

There has been some outcry from "hardcore" gamers over the fact that the Wii U version of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 reportedly runs in 1080p on the Wii U with a solid framerate of 60 fps while the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions will not. Rich of Tech Review USA has uploaded a video to YouTube sharing his thoughts on the controversy. You can watch it after the break.


If you would like to pre-order the game, it is available on Amazon.com via the following link:

Call of Duty: Black Ops II on Amazon

Gameplay demo of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 on Wii U

Each player has their own screen, runs in HD at 60 frames per second.

Here is the official announcement and gameplay demo of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 at Nintendo's press conference. The presentation reveals how the GamePad enhances the experience, allowing one player to play entirely on the controller's touchscreen while maintaining a steady framerate of 60 fps. It was also confirmed that the title will support the Wii Remote and Nunchuk as one of the control methods, so if you're preparing to sell your Wii to get some cash to help pay for the new console, I'd recommend you hold on to your old controllers. Video after the break.

New Black Ops 2 trailer shows vehicles and flying suits in action

Death from above.

A new teaser trailer for Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 has surfaced, showing some of the vehicles in the game, along with a brief glimpse of soldiers wearing (and using) flying suits. The Wii U version will be available on November 18th, the console's launch date. Video after the break.