Considering how we talk about gaming these days, you’d assume everyone has at least a PS4/Xbox One as well as a high-powered gaming PC. However, that’s simply not the case – while the install base for new platforms (including PC) is huge, it’s not quite as big as some might think. Don’t worry, though, Treyarch still knows about the hardcore PS3 and Xbox 360 gamers out there.
Speaking to Gaming Bolt, director of brand development Jay Purer explained why the studio didn’t just focus on current generation hardware but are also releasing COD: Black Ops III on old gen, too.
Is there a reason?! We’ve got great fans. Call of Duty experiences are always about the community and fans and we want to make sure that everybody who wants to play Black Ops III can.
It does seem a bit silly, though, considering the rest of the time is spent spouting out the awesome features that the game will have when played on the new consoles:
I mean look at it, the team has worked 3 years to pour their hearts and soul to deliver a product that will push on single-player campaign with four-player co-op on next-gen. We’re really pushing the system in the machine and hardware.
How can they be pushing the system or taking things to new levels when they are still held back by the limitations of the old consoles? I’m not saying that they shouldn’t release on PS3 or Xbox 360, but then recognize that the game will be totally different on the older consoles. The experience won’t be the same; not even close.
I’m glad that old generation gamers will get their COD, but it just seems a bit disingenuous to say you want to give them the Black Ops 3 experience when what they will experience won’t be the same game as those who play on PS4 or Xbox One will get.
Last Updated: July 21, 2015
Dutch Matrix
July 21, 2015 at 10:09
It reminds me of when I got Virtua Fighter 2 on my Mega Drive. I was expecting 3D goodness. Instead I got a 2d turd…
Hammersteyn
July 21, 2015 at 10:13
UMK3 on Genesis was an abomination
Dutch Matrix
July 21, 2015 at 10:16
So it was on Sega Saturn. My word! Those loading times!
Admiral Chief in Skellige
July 21, 2015 at 10:18
Simple. Small linear basic maps, recycled materials, old textures.
Nothing new to see here folks, basically a mod, being overhyped and sold at a premium
Dutch Matrix
July 21, 2015 at 10:19
But starring some over hyped actor?
Hammersteyn
July 21, 2015 at 10:21
But I like Deus Ex
Admiral Chief in Skellige
July 21, 2015 at 10:23
Then play the better DX, easy
Dutch Matrix
July 21, 2015 at 10:24
Silent War?
Admiral Chief in Skellige
July 21, 2015 at 10:29
Silent war is waged under the bed covers….then suddenly revealed and done dutch oven style
Hammersteyn
July 21, 2015 at 10:24
This isn’t Deus Ex?
Dutch Matrix
July 21, 2015 at 10:25
Invisible War. Sorry. Silent War happens in our house when Dutch gone and fucked up…
Thami Afurika-Jin HD
July 21, 2015 at 10:21
Wii U confirmed?
Dutch Matrix
July 21, 2015 at 10:26
Wii Confirmed. Sega Megadrive Confirmed.
Thami Afurika-Jin HD
July 21, 2015 at 10:30
Ouya delayed – 25/12/15
Dutch Matrix
July 21, 2015 at 10:37
Arcade Version incoming 01/16
Bagel
July 21, 2015 at 10:27
R5 this will be a rehash with new colours.
Any takers?
Admiral Chief in Skellige
July 21, 2015 at 10:30
Put me down for a fiver
Hammersteyn
July 21, 2015 at 10:38
I’m in
RinceThis
July 21, 2015 at 10:48
Noobs. Noobs ever where!
Admiral Chief in Skellige
July 21, 2015 at 10:49
Stop staring in mirrors Rince!
RinceThis
July 21, 2015 at 10:56
Stop making lame, schoolyard jokes Admiral! I expect more from you! We all do!
Admiral Chief in Skellige
July 21, 2015 at 10:58
Hehehe, struck a nerve!
RinceThis
July 21, 2015 at 11:00
Yes, a nerve that reminded me of being in a schoolyard 😛
Admiral Chief in Skellige
July 21, 2015 at 11:02
Good thing the restraining order keeps you out now
RinceThis
July 21, 2015 at 11:10
Does it now? 😉 Tehehehehehe
Admiral Chief in Skellige
July 21, 2015 at 11:15
I’VE SAID TOO MUCH!
Thats_how_I_Troll
July 21, 2015 at 11:47
Which should be pleasant in most cases O_o
BurninZ
July 21, 2015 at 12:09
the last COD i had was black ops 2. Its been a few years since i have owned a COD. I had a buddy, or enemy (which every way you put it) who loaned me Ghosts for a while, it was terrible! I do enjoy playing Online, even with all the ways people view “my mom”. Just wonder if this will be worth while considering the 2ish year gap, all copy and paste jokes aside. I am really looking for a online FPS to get into again. Have had too many RPG’s lately
Daniel evans
July 21, 2015 at 17:42
when a game is still releasing on last gen then it means the game will not be very good and certainly wont be next gen on pc/ps4/xbone. it will just look like a HD remaster on the later platforms as does any other game that still releases on last gen. this game looks complete bollocks and i was really hoping they were going to re-boot cod with this game and go back to world war but ahh well, always a chance in 20 years i suppose.
Marc O Polo
July 21, 2015 at 17:50
COD BO3 is about as appealing to me as being lobotomized!
Dennis Fröhling
August 13, 2015 at 12:37
But it will be possible to run along the wall and dive in the water and to slide on the ground on the old generation consoles