Players looking to revisit the origins of the Black Ops sub-series can now access Call of Duty: Black Ops (2010) and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 (2012) on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The titles are available as direct ports, developed by Iron Galaxy in collaboration with Activision, offering the original gameplay experience without the graphical or mechanical overhauls found in remakes or remasters.
The base versions of these titles are currently priced at $40 each. However, PlayStation Plus members can purchase either game for a discounted price of $20 through August 6, according to the official PlayStation Store listings. There is no bundle option available for users interested in purchasing both games simultaneously.
Technical Specifications and Gameplay Limitations
These releases are intended to mirror the original experience of the 2010 and 2012 software. Because the developers have maintained the games in their original states, they do not support cross-platform multiplayer. The product descriptions emphasize that players should expect a “classic Call of Duty experience,” which aligns with the technical architecture of the original PlayStation 3-era releases.
For those seeking the complete content library from the original release cycle, Activision is also selling the season passes for both titles. Each season pass is priced at $30, though a temporary discount for PlayStation Plus members brings the price down to $10 each through August 6. These passes include the additional multiplayer maps and Zombies content originally released as downloadable content (DLC) during the games’ respective lifecycles.
Future Developments in the Call of Duty Franchise
While these ports provide a retrospective look at the series, the franchise continues to move forward with new installments. The next major entry, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, is scheduled for release this October. The title will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, marking the next phase in the publisher’s annual release strategy.
As of this writing, there have been no further announcements regarding additional ports of legacy Call of Duty titles for current-generation consoles. Fans of the series are encouraged to monitor official channels from Activision and the PlayStation Blog for future updates regarding library expansions or potential promotional pricing events.
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