The huge popularity of the Nuketown map from the original Black Ops game has propelled developer Treyarch to create its re-imagined version which will be made available to those who pre-order Call of Duty: Black Ops II through select retailers. Dubbed Nuketown 2025, the map will be doled out in the form of limited download codes.
Based in a typical US suburb used to demonstrate the effects of a nuclear weapon on a residential area, the Nuketown map in CoD: Black Ops swiftly managed to become the most played map in the game. Such was its popularity, that most of the title’s double XP events contained a multiplayer playlist named Nuketown 24/7, which allowed gamers to play all modes exclusively on said map.
“Multiplayer fans of Call of Duty: Black Ops LOVE Nuketown. Flat out, Nuketown was a blast to play before, and we’re excited about the reimagined Nuketown 2025 in Call of Duty: Black Ops II. We can’t wait to play with everyone come this November,” touted Mark Lamia, Studio Head of Treyarch.
Slated to arrive for the PS3, Xbox 360 and PC on November 13 this year, CoD: Black Ops II is a direct sequel to the initial title which had managed to set the record for the biggest entertainment launch in history. The new game will plunge players into a near-future warzone that is said to be taking shape in today’s headlines. Its highlights include branching storylines, advanced weaponry, a new graphics technology, a deep multiplayer and a Zombies mode.
Call of Duty: Black Ops II is now available to pre-order for the PS3, Xbox 360 and PC at a price of 59.99 USD (approx. Rs. 3,325). It will also be coming to the Wii U following the console’s launch.