Global Army

New GA public server...

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 15:34:00 +0000

As most of you know, we have had lag problems on our server for over a week.

We complained to our server providers and got a new server on a another machine.

That means a new IP address to connect to...the new IP address is:

173.199.74.13:3094

So what are you waiting for???

Come and play with us!

For easy connect, bring up your console and type: /connect 173.199.74.13:3094

PC ONLINE SECURITY, MATCHMAKING AND SERVER INTEL

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 18:33:47 +0000

Posted by BlackOpsNews Sep 28, 2012

What anti-cheat will be used?

Anti-cheat is a top priority for Call of Duty®: Black Ops II. We have developed our own proprietary server-side anti-cheat technology which will work alongside VAC to deliver the most advanced detection and banning capabilities of any Call of Duty game to date. We have also improved our player reporting system to make it the most effective way that you can help us catch cheaters. And starting on launch day we will have a full-time dedicated pc anti-cheat team focused solely on detecting and banning cheaters. We have a zero tolerance policy on cheating. Cheaters bans are permanent.

Will Black Ops have Matchmaking or Dedicated Servers?

Both! Call of Duty®: Black Ops II PC combines matchmaking with secure ranked dedicated servers. This means that you get into Public Matches or League Play via matchmaking lobbies. It is easy to party up and play with your friends. You can adjust your classes or scorestreaks between matches. It also means that every Public or League match is hosted on a dedicated server running in one of our high bandwidth datacenters around the globe.

Will you release the server files?

No. We are keeping the server files secure to protect the game from hacking and cheating and ensure the ranking and progression system integrity.

Can I rent a server?

No. We are providing a huge number of servers around the world at no extra charge – plenty for everyone to enjoy. And we will administer the servers.

Will there be mod tools?

No. As we continually improve and advance our in-house tools for our own content teams we are unable to provide consumer tools due to increased technical requirements, licensing restrictions, and technology dependencies.

ZOMBIES REVEAL

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 17:56:00 +0000

DEVELOPER'S COMMENTARY (MULTIPLAYER REVEAL TRAILER) - BLACK OPS

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 21:29:37 +0000

Game Design Director David Vonderhaar breaks down all of the new features shown in the Multiplayer Reveal Trailer.

PC SPECIFICATIONS & TECHNOLOGY ENHANCEMENT INTEL

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 18:57:00 +0000

Posted by BlackOpsNews

What are the Minimum System Requirements?

OS: Windows Vista SP2 or Windows 7

CPU: Intel Core2 Duo E8200 2.66 GHz or AMD Phenom X3 8750 2.4 GHz

Memory: 2GB for 32-bit OS or 4GB for 64-bit OS

Video Card: Nvidia GeForce 8800GT 512 MB or ATI Radeon HD 3870 512 MB

Can I run the game on Windows XP?

No, sorry. Since we upgraded the engine to use DirectX11, Windows XP is no longer supported. It requires Windows Vista or later.

Will the game actually be playable on my minimum spec machine?

Absolutely. We have tested extensively on a variety of hardware and we are very confident in the performance even at the minimum specs.

What engine is used for Black Ops II?

The Black Ops II engine builds upon the Black Ops engine with a number of improvements including performance optimizations, enhanced graphics, and proprietary anti-cheat technology.

What performance optimizations have you introduced for Black Ops II?

Performance has been a top priority for Black Ops II PC from day one and we have achieved significant improvements. We’ve improved the way the engine handles multiple threads. Additionally, we moved the engine from DX9 to DX11. The DX11 API is leaner than DX9 and requires less CPU time to do the same amount of work. It is important to point out that this benefits the entire range of supported GPUs, not just DX11 hardware. We have also added more "quality vs performance” options than ever before so you can customize your experience to either run faster or to satisfy your taste in eye candy.

You mentioned enhanced graphics for the PC version. Can you tell us more about that?

Black Ops II PC features enhanced lighting, shadows, antialiasing, bloom, depth of field, ambient occlusion, and other enhanced effects that are still in the works. And the game can run at higher resolutions and higher framerates on the PC.

Will there be a framerate cap?

No. Unless you want one. We have included an adjustable FPS cap slider in the game options. The minimum setting is OFF (no cap).

Gamescom Day 4 Multiplayer Live Stream - Official Call of Duty:

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 23:49:00 +0000

Watch the archive of our final live stream from Gamescom, as we recap the week's events and take a look at the brand new Hardpoint game mode:

The game looks pretty awesome!

INSIDE BLACK OPS 2 MULTIPLAYER: MULTI-TEAM GAME MODES

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 00:27:00 +0000

Posted by BlackOpsNews on Aug 16, 2012 1:36:56 AM
Credit: David Vonderhaar, Game Design Director

Multi-Team is a new class of game modes in Black Ops 2. Instead of two factions going head-to-head, multiple teams of players take to the playing field at the same time, each looking to come out on top. Action is fast-paced and unrelenting, as competing teams battle each other for kills, objective points—and eventually—the win. Danger can come from all directions, testing even the most coordinated squads in their ability to communicate, hold positions, and watch flanks. The game supports up to 18 players, so you can have any combination of players and teams, up to six teams. It really brings group/team dynamics back to the battlefield to deal with multiple enemy teams.

At Gamescom, you’ll see some multi-TDM, but at launch, you’ll be able to play multi team game in several modes.

We’re also introducing Hardpoint, a mode inspired by traditional "king of the hill-style” games. Players have to capture a zone and defend it and you won’t score points if you’re not in it.

What’s great is that the Hardpoint will move and relocate during the match, which means that the action is always shifting and players are descending on one spot.

During some of the original test phases for multi-format games, the studio took to them quickly and we started having a lot of fun. From that point, we knew it was going to be in the game.

And we’re looking forward to giving players a sneak peak at Gamescom, and for everyone to play on November 13.

Behind the Scenes - Official Call of Duty: Black Ops 2

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:33:00 +0000

INSIDE BLACK OPS 2 MULTIPLAYER: SCORE STREAKS

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:14:00 +0000

Posted by BlackOpsNews on Aug 15, 2012 6:17:52 AM
Credit: David Vonderhaar, Game Design Director

In addition to a re-imagined Create-a-Class system, players will encounter a new Score Streak System – a system that is designed to reward more aspects of play and promote/reward those who achieve the objectives in each game mode.

Each Score Streak reward has a score requirement, a number that needs to be achieved in order for the reward to be earned. A player’s score goes up based on their in-game actions, such as kills, captures or plants. But what helps as well are the special plays made along the way, like defending an objective or scoring a double kill. The extra points earned from these actions now benefit a player’s climb towards bigger and better rewards. If a player dies at any time, their score is reset and they must rebuild their score meter again.

The list of Score Streak rewards range from new items drawn from the 2025 setting as well as some updated favorites. Suppress enemy movement with the brand new Guardian, a high-powered microwave dish that stuns and impairs enemies. Soar above the playing field with the Wasp quad rotor, taking out foes with the mounted machine gun.

Some rewards are player or AI controllable. When the Autonomous Ground Robot (A.G.R.) is brought into play, it breaks out of its airdrop container and instantly goes to work against the enemy. But at any time during its life, the owner can take over and remotely pilot this drone towards opposing troops.

One of my favorite AI-controlled Score Streaks is the escort drone – when you call it in, you hear it overhead, going to work for you and talking to you. You hear it target and eliminate targets, confirming it for you as it happens. And there’s also the Lightning Strike, which allows players to pinpoint three target areas and launch an aerial assault.

It’s that kind of interactivity that is factored into things like the Hellstorm Missile – players guide it to its path and can hit one spot or disperse a cluster of bombs to try and take out multiple enemies – it’s the ultimate risk/reward scenario. Pull the trigger too soon and you could miss everyone – pull it at the right time and you shift the momentum of the match. And don’t even get me started about the VTOL aircraft – you literally rain steel on your enemies from above.

Returning rewards have their own surprises as well. Players who call in UAVs now earn assist points whenever a teammate makes a kill, incentivizing this team support item. The Death Machine may be a little harder to earn this time around, but players now get to keep the devastating mini-gun for the duration of its massive ammunition supply.

Score Streaks are an exciting new way for players to earn in-game rewards. The system ensures that those who play the objective are justly rewarded for their efforts. At the same time, only those that display skill and precision will reach the most valuable rewards.