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Call of Duty: Black Ops

Released November 9, 2010 on PS5, PC, PS4, PS3, Mac and Xbox 360

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About Call of Duty: Black Ops

Call of Duty: Black Ops is a first-person shooter released on November 9, 2010, for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, and Mac, with later versions on PS4 and PS5. Developed by Treyarch and published by Activision, it is part of the Call of Duty franchise and serves as the next entry in the series after its predecessor, World at War. The game is rated M by the ESRB and PEGI 18.

The single-player campaign is set during the Cold War and centers on covert operations carried out by the CIA. Its themes include warfare, stealth, survival, and horror, with the story largely told through flashbacks. Players move through missions set in more than one country, with the campaign framed around a secret history of clandestine work behind enemy lines.

Beyond the campaign, the game offers multiplayer and co-operative modes, along with split-screen play for local sessions. It is viewed entirely from the first-person perspective across all of its modes.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops FAQ

When did Call of Duty: Black Ops come out?

Call of Duty: Black Ops came out on November 9, 2010.

What platforms is Call of Duty: Black Ops on?

Call of Duty: Black Ops came out on PS5, PC, PS4, PS3, Mac and Xbox 360.

Who made Call of Duty: Black Ops?

Call of Duty: Black Ops is developed by Treyarch and published by Activision, Square Enix and Aspyr Media.

Is Call of Duty: Black Ops multiplayer?

Yes. Call of Duty: Black Ops supports single player, multiplayer, co-operative and split screen.

What is Call of Duty: Black Ops rated?

Call of Duty: Black Ops is rated ESRB M (Mature 17+) and PEGI 18.

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