Overview of Call of Duty: Black Ops DLCs
Call of Duty: Black Ops, released in 2010, has been a fan favorite since its inception. The game’s success was further bolstered by the release of several downloadable content (DLC) packs, each offering unique experiences and content. In this article, we will delve into the details of these DLCs, exploring their features, gameplay, and impact on the Call of Duty community.
Black Ops: Cold War
The first DLC pack for Call of Duty: Black Ops, titled “Black Ops: Cold War,” was released in May 2010. This pack introduced a new map pack, “Black Market,” which included five new maps: “Kowloon,” “Nuketown 2025,” “Vermillion,” “Yuri’s Revenge,” and “Wetworks.” Each map brought its own unique gameplay mechanics and challenges, contributing to the game’s diverse and engaging experience.
Black Ops: Escalation
Following the success of “Black Market,” Treyarch released “Black Ops: Escalation” in June 2010. This DLC pack included three new maps: “Baku,” “Bridges,” and “Nacht der Untoten 2.” “Baku” was a large, open map with a variety of objectives, while “Bridges” was a smaller, more intense map with a focus on close-quarters combat. “Nacht der Untoten 2” was a continuation of the original map, adding new features and challenges.
Black Ops: First Strike
In February 2011, Treyarch released “Black Ops: First Strike,” the third DLC pack for the game. This pack included five new maps: “Bastogne,” “Brecourt,” “Chateau,” “Kartrow,” and “Nacht der Untoten.” The maps were designed to cater to a wide range of playstyles, from close-quarters combat to long-range engagements. Additionally, “First Strike” introduced new weapons, equipment, and perks, further enhancing the game’s depth.
Black Ops: Annihilation
Announced in May 2011, “Black Ops: Annihilation” was the fourth DLC pack for Call of Duty: Black Ops. This pack included four new maps: “Bog,” “Dakar,” “Gulag,” and “Shangri-La.” The maps were designed to offer a variety of environments and challenges, from dense forests to snowy landscapes. “Annihilation” also introduced new game modes, such as “Survival” and “Infection,” which added a new layer of excitement to the game.
Black Ops: Declassified
As a standalone game for mobile devices, “Black Ops: Declassified” was released in December 2012. This game featured a new storyline and a selection of maps from the original Call of Duty: Black Ops. While it was not a traditional DLC pack, it allowed fans to experience the Black Ops universe on a new platform.
Black Ops II: Escalation
Although not directly related to the original Black Ops, the “Black Ops II: Escalation” DLC pack was released in February 2013. This pack included five new maps: “Bog,” “Dakar,” “Gulag,” “Shangri-La,” and “Nacht der Untoten.” These maps were also available in the original Black Ops, but “Escalation” offered new features and gameplay mechanics, such as the “Zombie” mode.
Black Ops III: Black Market
As the third entry in the Black Ops series, “Black Ops III” was released in November 2015. The “Black Market” DLC pack for this game included four new maps: “Nuketown,” “Shangri-La,” “Voyager,” and “Zombie.” The maps were designed to cater to a wide range of playstyles, from close-quarters combat to long-range engagements. Additionally, “Black Market” introduced new game modes and features, such as the “Gambit” mode.
Black Ops III: Rebirth
In February 2016, Treyarch released the “Rebirth” DLC pack for “Black Ops III.” This pack included four new maps: “Frost,” “Havoc,” “Nuketown,” and “Shangri-La.” The maps were designed to offer a variety of environments and challenges, from snowy landscapes to dense forests. “Rebirth” also introduced new game modes and features, such as the “Gambit” mode.
