Call of Duty: Black Ops Declassified is a complete disaster.

The single player is 45 minutes long and multiplayer is completely broken according to this review...

http://www.digitalspy.com/gaming/news/a438108/black-ops-declassified-panned-by-critics-only-an-hour-long.html

Gamespot is doing a live playthrough now and about 30 seconds in there was a gamebreaking bug and they had to restart...

http://www.gamespot.com/shows/now-playing/?event=cod_black_ops_declassified20121114

What a joke. The sad thing is delusional fanboys will eat this up anyways.

EDIT: Giant Bomb gave it a 1 outta 5

http://www.giantbomb.com/call-of-duty-black-ops-declassified/61-38542/reviews/

When you first install it there is aprox 500mb patch LOL but it seems to run good on my VITA now and the online is pretty good

The reviews are incredibly harsh oddballrulez

[QUOTE="oddballrulez"]The reviews are incredibly harsh k3ck

I have no console system, so Declassified is the only CoD I got and its pretty damn good for a FPS on the vita. the only downside imo is a lot of stuff was taken out...... a lot of good stuff.. anyways I have yet to have lag or any problems online. The game is a lot of fun.

aw, this is too bad. And i was really enjoying the game too. Now i got to stop playing because................

no zombies....think about it....no freakn zombies

Well, I caved in and got it today...and I'm glad I did. I dont get COD for single player, so I dove right into multiplayer. There are some issues, but overall, this is most definitely intense COD goodness on the go.

1) Graphics are solid. they aren't console good, but they arent bad either. I would say Unit 13 graphics are maybe a little better. NFS Most Wanted graphics are not really any better so I think we are seeing devs dial back on those to maintain console level content and framerate.

2) Gameplay...all COD. The maps are smaller but intricate enough you dont feel cheated. its perfect for the 4v4 games. Even with only 8 players there is constant action. They do have Nuketown haha. Its based off Black ops, so you have the same type of weapons. I was running around with the default shotgun loadout (Stakeout). Your player moves pretty fast, so the pacing is very similar to console COD. You swipe knife and throw grenades by the touch screen. Game modes are Team Deathmatch, Kill Confirmed, Free for All, some sort of Tactical mode which rotates all modes, and a bomb planting mode I cant remember. I was playing mostly Kill Confirmed.

3) Issues...it crashes. Ive had a few times where the game crashes out of online mode. I wish I could say this is a Vita issue, but its pretty similar to problems you find on the consoles versions every now and then. It happened to me 3 times in the first night of play. Also, you occassionally have issues connecting to players at the lobby start. I found this the most trying to get into Team Deathmatch which most people are probably playing.

4) Sound effects. The guns dont sound that good. In fact the Stakeout sounds like a paint ball gun. The music soundtrack is right out of Black Ops. Everything else seems to sound about right, from the perks to the killstreaks, etc.

Overall, Im giving it an 8.0. Its not perfect, but its definitely fun and something I cant wait to get back to playing...like right now haha.

If your a single player shooter type of gamer, I would suggest Unit 13 over COD. I think thats where most of the bad reviews are coming from. The single player doesnt look up to speed. If you want a good MP for Vita, this is most definitely the game. Like I said, I had some connection issues with TDM, but the other modes I got in pretty quick and seamless. I did get disconnected a few times, so I think they have some network bugs to fix. Overall, Im glad I got it and will likely get more than my $50 out of it. That is a steep price for a Vita game though, so maybe wait until you can find a used card copy here in the next few weeks. Im sure people will be selling them back to Gamestop haha.

Did any of these people patch...? I have played online for hours and never crashed once :?

Did any of these people patch...? I have played online for hours and never crashed once :?

WreckEm711

Yeah I patched. Im not sure you have a choice if you want to get online.

Lol ive seen an AC3 fanboy here..do not send us to the temptation..i still love CoDKukurochan

IMO handheld games - especially PSP and PSVita ones have always underscored by about 2 marks out of 10 because reviewers seem incapable of not drawing a comparison to the console versions! I have also observed this creeping into 3DS game reviews!

IMO handheld games - especially PSP and PSVita ones have always underscored by about 2 marks out of 10 because reviewers seem incapable of not drawing a comparison to the console versions! I have also observed this creeping into 3DS game reviews!

SadPSPAddict

It's hard to not compare, given the price tag. But if you have fun with it, that's all that matters anyway.

[QUOTE="SadPSPAddict"]

IMO handheld games - especially PSP and PSVita ones have always underscored by about 2 marks out of 10 because reviewers seem incapable of not drawing a comparison to the console versions! I have also observed this creeping into 3DS game reviews!

mikeyMKII

It's hard to not compare, given the price tag. But if you have fun with it, that's all that matters anyway.

What happened to Declassified's metacritic score? I thought Activision paid for stellar reviews? I must be missing something... Kjranu

[QUOTE="mikeyMKII"]

[QUOTE="SadPSPAddict"]

IMO handheld games - especially PSP and PSVita ones have always underscored by about 2 marks out of 10 because reviewers seem incapable of not drawing a comparison to the console versions! I have also observed this creeping into 3DS game reviews!

j2zon2591

It's hard to not compare, given the price tag. But if you have fun with it, that's all that matters anyway.

Well, I caved in and got it today...and I'm glad I did. I dont get COD for single player, so I dove right into multiplayer. There are some issues, but overall, this is most definitely intense COD goodness on the go.

1) Graphics are solid. they aren't console good, but they arent bad either. I would say Unit 13 graphics are maybe a little better. NFS Most Wanted graphics are not really any better so I think we are seeing devs dial back on those to maintain console level content and framerate.

2) Gameplay...all COD. The maps are smaller but intricate enough you dont feel cheated. its perfect for the 4v4 games. Even with only 8 players there is constant action. They do have Nuketown haha. Its based off Black ops, so you have the same type of weapons. I was running around with the default shotgun loadout (Stakeout). Your player moves pretty fast, so the pacing is very similar to console COD. You swipe knife and throw grenades by the touch screen. Game modes are Team Deathmatch, Kill Confirmed, Free for All, some sort of Tactical mode which rotates all modes, and a bomb planting mode I cant remember. I was playing mostly Kill Confirmed.

3) Issues...it crashes. Ive had a few times where the game crashes out of online mode. I wish I could say this is a Vita issue, but its pretty similar to problems you find on the consoles versions every now and then. It happened to me 3 times in the first night of play. Also, you occassionally have issues connecting to players at the lobby start. I found this the most trying to get into Team Deathmatch which most people are probably playing.

4) Sound effects. The guns dont sound that good. In fact the Stakeout sounds like a paint ball gun. The music soundtrack is right out of Black Ops. Everything else seems to sound about right, from the perks to the killstreaks, etc.

Overall, Im giving it an 8.0. Its not perfect, but its definitely fun and something I cant wait to get back to playing...like right now haha.

-ArchAngeL-777-

Quick question - can you play a non-campaign game against bots, like free-for-all?

I can handle a short single player campaign and I can see the online drying up and I'd be nice to just pick up and play a quick game against some bots.

Yes there is a mode that allows you to play against waves of enemys which increase in volume and difficulty e.g carrying grenades etc. After each wave it will have a package drop which gives you a new weapon or ammo to take on the next wave of enemys with.

I confess there is a certain part of me that's enjoying watching this game get absolutely destroyed. It's about time Activision was called out for milking the CoD name as well as treating handhelds to embarassingly bad ports. When Gameloft puts together a better portable knockoff of your big name series you know there's something wrong.DJ_Lae

yeah the commercials make it look great, and it's not like you can rent Vita games. and they keep pushing the bundle for $199 on black friday. i find it strange that Gamespot hasn't done a review yet...... but everyone else has said it's bad so far

http://www.metacritic.com/game/playstation-vita/call-of-duty-black-ops-declassified/critic-reviews

[QUOTE="SadPSPAddict"]

IMO handheld games - especially PSP and PSVita ones have always underscored by about 2 marks out of 10 because reviewers seem incapable of not drawing a comparison to the console versions! I have also observed this creeping into 3DS game reviews!

mikeyMKII

It's hard to not compare, given the price tag. But if you have fun with it, that's all that matters anyway.

So which is better? CoD: BOD or Resistance: Burning Skies? Burning Skies got much better reviews.

So which is better? CoD: BOD or Resistance: Burning Skies? Burning Skies got much better reviews.

Toxic-Seahorse

In terms of single player, definitely Burning Skies. IMO the only value anyone will recieve out of Declassified's "campaign" is if they play on Veteran. That way it'll last a lot longer than the supposed 45 minutes. However, Burning Skies' campaign in really short too. It took maybe 6 hours to complete.

As for online, I can't say. FPS multiplayer on the Vita doesn't appeal to me at all.

Well, I'm enjoying it. The lack of checkpoints is my only gripe thus far. ItsEvolution

I'm enjoying it too for what it is. Initially the lack of checkpoints disappointed me also but in all fairness, their inclusion would've made an already short game even shorter. As is, it takes a whole 5 minutes to complete most stages on regular.

Started playing it on the train todday, it's pretty much the worst game I own on my Vita and I own a lot. Haven't updated it yet, hopefully a patch will make it playable?

What was it like pre-patch?

Download the update and give it another try.ItsEvolution

To be honest I don't really feel like giving it another try, but I probably will in a few days / weeks, I'll try it with the update. But still, unpatched it's pretty much the worst Vita game I own

When Sony first announced a COD game would hit the PSV I was happy.. however the game ended up being one huge disappointment..

I honestly think Sony/Activision should have given the job to a good dev/studio and support it with a proper budget..

Burning Skies was ok while COD:BOD was a total mess, so my only hopes on a decent fps fall on Killzone, which I do believe will be a great game..

When Sony first announced a COD game would hit the PSV I was happy.. however the game ended up being one huge disappointment..

I honestly think Sony/Activision should have given the job to a good dev/studio and support it with a proper budget..

Burning Skies was ok while COD:BOD was a total mess, so my only hopes on a decent fps fall on Killzone, which I do believe will be a great game..

Malta_1980

Just played enough of Declassified tof orm an opinion. It's the same frustratingly entertaining gameplay of Call of Duty except they managed to make it worse by including tiny maps. I'm not a big fan of spawning just to get shot in the back. Also, I haven't been in a match yet where half of my team doesn't quit. I've been playing 1vs4 and 2vs4 in almost every game I've played. It's not worth $50, not even $40. I actually regret buying it. I coulda bought a full PC game with that money instead this half of a game. :P

I can't believe how many people are in this thread defending this piece of garbage.

Just played enough of Declassified tof orm an opinion. It's the same frustratingly entertaining gameplay of Call of Duty except they managed to make it worse by including tiny maps. I'm not a big fan of spawning just to get shot in the back. Also, I haven't been in a match yet where half of my team doesn't quit. I've been playing 1vs4 and 2vs4 in almost every game I've played. It's not worth $50, not even $40. I actually regret buying it. I coulda bought a full PC game with that money instead this half of a game. :P

Toxic-Seahorse

[QUOTE="Toxic-Seahorse"]

Just played enough of Declassified tof orm an opinion. It's the same frustratingly entertaining gameplay of Call of Duty except they managed to make it worse by including tiny maps. I'm not a big fan of spawning just to get shot in the back. Also, I haven't been in a match yet where half of my team doesn't quit. I've been playing 1vs4 and 2vs4 in almost every game I've played. It's not worth $50, not even $40. I actually regret buying it. I coulda bought a full PC game with that money instead this half of a game. :P

Kjranu

Anyone thinking of getting COD should just wait for Killzone, I truly believe that'll be the FPS that everyone's been waiting for. robmonga2