November 1st 2024.
I just finished playing Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6 and I have to say, it was a pretty intense experience. I saw some people on the Friday letters page talking about how they're worried about forgetting older games like Wolverine and Perfect Dark, but I have to say, this game definitely left an impression on me. I'm not sure if it'll have the same impact as Call Of Duty 4 or some of the earlier titles, but I can honestly say that I haven't enjoyed a Call Of Duty game this much in a long time. It's definitely one of my favorites from this year.
Of course, like any game, it's not without its flaws. I agree with the reader who mentioned the Zombies mode feeling a bit stale. But for me, the multiplayer was where it was at. I've been having a blast with it, even though the spawn points can be a bit wonky at times. But I have faith that the developers will patch that issue soon enough.
But the real highlight for me was the campaign. It was so high-energy and varied, I couldn't help but get caught up in the adrenaline rush. I know some people think Call Of Duty takes itself too seriously, but I think this game struck the perfect balance. It's definitely more on the wacky side, but even the original Modern Warfare games had their fair share of humor. To me, that's what makes Call Of Duty so great - it's like being in an interactive action film.
Speaking of games, have you guys seen the financial results for Xbox? It's so strange to think that they're now the biggest publisher in the West, but a lot of their success is thanks to a game that sells best on the PlayStation 5. I mean, talk about a high cost of success. But what's really puzzling to me is their game plan. Sure, being the biggest third party publisher is great, but it seems like they want more than that. The problem is, I'm not really sure what else Xbox has to offer. Their console sales are lacking, and cloud gaming is still pretty niche. There were even rumors that people at Microsoft aren't sure what's going on. It's definitely a head-scratcher.
On a different note, I want to talk about publisher reveals. With all the recent news about the Wolverine guy leaving Sony, I realized that I had completely forgotten about Microsoft's trailer for Perfect Dark earlier this year. And it looked pretty good too! I think publishers are being way too secretive and it's not doing them any favors. A game like that should be generating a lot of hype, but it's only been a few months since it was unveiled and I had already forgotten about it. And I'm not even sure if we've seen any gameplay for Wolverine. It's been so long since Sony has mentioned it, the whole game has basically slipped my mind. I know too much hype can be a problem, but right now, I couldn't even tell you what games PlayStation or Xbox have in the works.
Okay, enough about games. Let's talk about horror. I have to give a shoutout to the Silent Hill 2 remake. I was pretty skeptical about it, but I have to eat my words because it's actually really good. And now I'm in the mood for more horror games, specifically Resident Evil. But I hope the next game isn't open world, and I have my doubts about co-op. For me, those elements just don't mesh well with a scary game. Resident Evil might be cheesy, but it still manages to creep me out. And I have to say, that bit in Village was amazingly creepy. More of that for Resident Evil 9, please!
Switching gears again, I saw the news about Dragon Age: The Veilguard and I have to admit, I'm not really that interested. I've never been a fan of the previous games, despite their glowing reviews, so I doubt this one will change my mind. But I am a huge fan of Mass Effect and seeing BioWare back in action with this new game gives me a lot of hope. It's been a while since their last big hit, and I think it's time for them to shine again. I hope Veilguard is successful and gives EA the confidence to let BioWare do their thing.
And finally, I want to share some tips for beginners in Call Of Duty. I've been playing online since Call Of Duty 3 on the PlayStation 3, and I'm 38 years old. Black Ops 6 is a lot of fun, but it did take me a few hours to really get into the multiplayer on my PlayStation 5. I've noticed a lot of people saying that the lobbies are filled with "sweaty" players. Personally, I think the skill floor has just gotten higher, or maybe I'm just getting older. But I'm still winning games and dominating opponents, and for me, that's what matters. My strategy is to unlock new guns as quickly as possible and level them up, so I have an edge. And of course, learning the best parts of the map is crucial. Take advantage of these first few weeks where there are lots of level 1 players. Also, try playing an objective-based game. It's a lot more fun and it helps you anticipate where enemies will be spawning from. And don't forget, you can level up guns through Zombies mode as well. Just some food for thought.
I have to say, I am absolutely loving Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6. While it may not have the same impact as the earlier games, I can't remember enjoying a Call Of Duty installment this much in a long time. It has definitely become one of my favorites of the year.
Now, don't get me wrong, it's not perfect. As some of you have pointed out, Zombies mode is still coasting along on fumes, but I have thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the multiplayer. Sure, there are some spawn point issues, but I have faith that those will be patched out in the next few days.
For me, the highlight of Black Ops 6 is the campaign. The high energy and variety really make it stand out. In my opinion, Call Of Duty is at its worst when it takes itself too seriously. This game takes a more lighthearted and wacky approach, which I believe is the perfect fit for the series.
Speaking of games, have you heard about Fuse? It seems to have been overshadowed by all the Call Of Duty hype, but I have to say, the financial results for Xbox are quite bizarre. They are now the biggest publisher in the West, but it's all thanks to a publisher they had to pay a whopping $75.4 billion to buy and a game that sells best on the PlayStation 5. Talk about a high cost of success.
But what is Xbox's game plan? Sure, being the biggest third party publisher is a great achievement, but it seems like they want more. However, with their console sales struggling and cloud gaming still being a niche market, it's no wonder there were rumors about even people at Microsoft not knowing what's going on.
Moving on, I was reading the letters page on Friday and saw that some of you are worried about forgotten reveals like Wolverine and Perfect Dark. I have to admit, I completely forgot about the Perfect Dark trailer from earlier this year and it actually looked pretty good. It's a shame that publishers are being so secretive and quiet these days. A game like that should be generating a lot of hype, but it seems to have already slipped off our radar.
I understand the need to avoid too much hype, but it seems like publishers are overcompensating and I can't even name a single game that PlayStation or Xbox has planned right now.
On a different note, I have to give a double thumbs up to the Silent Hill 2 remake. I wasn't expecting much from it, but it turned out to be great. However, it has also made me crave some good old-fashioned monster shooting, which is why I'm hoping the next Resident Evil game won't be open world and won't have co-op. In my opinion, those ideas just don't mix well with a scary game. And while Resident Evil may be cheesy, it still manages to be frightening. I mean, did you see that creepy part in Village? More of that in Resident Evil 9, please!
Now, let's talk about Dragon Age: The Veilguard. Personally, I've never been a fan of the previous games, but this makes me optimistic for the new Mass Effect. It's been 10 years since Dragon Age: Inquisition, seven years since Mass Effect Andromeda, and 12 years since Mass Effect 3. As someone who used to love BioWare, I hope Veilguard is a success and gives EA the confidence to let them do their thing.
As for Call Of Duty, I've been playing it since the third installment on PlayStation 3. And let me tell you, it took a few hours for the multiplayer in Black Ops 6 to click for me on my PlayStation 5. I've also noticed that the skill level of players seems to have risen, or maybe it's just my age catching up with me.
But don't worry, I'm still winning games and dominating opponents. My strategy? Getting new guns and leveling them up quickly to gain an advantage. And of course, learning the best spots on the map. Plus, playing objective-based games is much more fun and helps predict enemy spawns.
And for those of you who may not use certain guns much in multiplayer, don't forget about Zombies mode. It's a great way to level up those guns while having fun.
These are just my thoughts, but I'd love to hear yours too. Email me at [email address]. Let's keep the discussions going!
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