๐ง ๐ฎ Call of Duty: Black Ops III – In-Depth PC Review (2025)
๐ง Test System Specs:
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GPU: NVIDIA RTX 3050 8GB
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CPU: Intel Core i5 13th Gen
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RAM: 16GB DDR4
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Storage: SSD
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Display: Full HD 1080p @ 60Hz
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OS: Windows 11 (64-bit)
๐ ️ Performance Overview:
Despite being more graphically demanding than BO2, Black Ops III runs surprisingly well on your setup.
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1080p Performance (High Settings): Stable 60–80 FPS
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Ultra Settings: Drops to ~50–60 FPS, playable but not ideal for multiplayer
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Medium-High Settings: Sweet spot — smooth, detailed visuals + stable FPS
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Temps: GPU ~65°C, CPU ~60°C (well optimized)
๐ก Tip: Disable "Depth of Field" and "Motion Blur" for a clearer and faster experience.
๐ฎ Gameplay Modes Review:
๐ฅ Campaign Mode:
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Set in a dark, futuristic 2065, full of robotics, cybernetic warfare, and tech-driven powers.
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You play as a customizable soldier in a 4-player co-op campaign — very different from past CODs.
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Missions are large, semi-open with optional paths, but story is confusing and poorly paced.
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Powers like "Cyber Cores" add a new layer of gameplay (hacking, remote control, shock attacks).
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Best enjoyed co-op with friends, otherwise feels repetitive.
๐ Story feels weaker than BO1 & BO2, but gameplay mechanics are creative.
๐ง Zombies Mode (Strongest Point):
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One of the most beloved Zombies experiences ever:
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Shadows of Evil (Art Deco city map with occult lore)
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The Giant (BO1’s Der Riese remake)
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DLC maps: Der Eisendrache, Zetsubou no Shima, Gorod Krovi, Revelations
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Rich lore, deep Easter eggs, and detailed maps.
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Runs great on RTX 3050 — no major stutter even in higher rounds.
✅ Offline and online zombies both work flawlessly.
๐ซ Multiplayer Mode:
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Fast-paced, jetpack-based movement (Thrust jumps, wall-running)
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Specialist Characters: Each has unique weapons/abilities (like Overwatch heroes)
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Weapon variety, customizable loadouts, and smooth gunplay.
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Server population is low in 2025, but still active via custom servers or with friends.
✅ Ranked matches work
❌ High ping in public lobbies sometimes
✅ LAN/private lobbies are smooth
๐ผ️ Graphics & Visuals (in 2025):
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Still holds up — futuristic lighting, effects, and animations are polished.
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RTX 3050 can handle High to Ultra settings at 1080p, though turning down shadows and volumetrics gives better performance.
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Character models and weapon details are sharp.
๐จ Use ReShade for cinematic enhancement (optional).
๐ง Sound Design & Music:
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Sci-fi ambiance with powerful sound effects.
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Guns feel punchy, with good stereo separation.
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Zombies mode music is haunting and atmospheric.
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Voice acting is solid (features stars like Chris Evans and Katee Sackhoff).
๐งฉ Modding & Community:
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Steam Workshop support – download custom zombie maps, guns, UI tweaks, and more.
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One of the most mod-friendly CODs ever.
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Custom maps are still being created in 2025.
๐ Final Verdict:
Category | Rating (out of 10) |
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Performance (1080p) | 8.5 |
Graphics (2025) | 8.5 |
Campaign | 7.0 |
Zombies Mode | 9.5 |
Multiplayer | 8.0 |
Modding Support | 10 |
Overall Experience | 8.6 / 10 |
✅ Pros:
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Excellent zombie mode with deep lore
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Highly modifiable (custom maps, guns, modes)
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Co-op campaign
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Smooth performance on modern PCs
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Decent multiplayer with hero-style twist
❌ Cons:
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Campaign story is weak/confusing
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Small online player base in 2025
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Jetpack mechanics not liked by all COD fans
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