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Any Black Ops 2 Wii U Reviews or Impressions?
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Yeah the same guy disproved his own theory when he realized his cheap ear plugs had a mic on them, unbeknownst to him initially.
grimshawish
Banned
Wii Fit U is going to bring the casuals back based on stuff like this.
You got yours already? My tracking says they don't expect my copy to arrive until next Monday. WTH?
The game is pretty awesome but server population is dreadfully low. Good luck playing anything other than core team deathmatch :-(
I hope the EU launch helps mitigate the issue. I don't really care about being on the most "competitive" platform (in fact, I like that fewer super serious players are on Wii U), but I want to be able to play all the multiplayer gametypes at any time of the day :-(
I hopped on at 3am last night and there were 85 people online!! Still found a match though for TD
I hope the EU launch helps mitigate the issue. I don't really care about being on the most "competitive" platform (in fact, I like that fewer super serious players are on Wii U), but I want to be able to play all the multiplayer gametypes at any time of the day :-(
I hopped on at 3am last night and there were 85 people online!! Still found a match though for TD
MichaelVash7886
Neo Member
Got ya, kinda figured that's what it was. I have a pair of earbuds that have a mic on them I think. Now if my copy would just arrive haha.
The Elite
BOSS
The game is pretty awesome but server population is dreadfully low. Good luck playing anything other than core team deathmatch :-(
I hope the EU launch helps mitigate the issue. I don't really care about being on the most "competitive" platform (in fact, I like that fewer super serious players are on Wii U), but I want to be able to play all the multiplayer gametypes at any time of the day :-(
I hopped on at 3am last night and there were 85 people online!! Still found a match though for TD
I'm about ready to trade in my 360 copy but I wish there were a few more people online. I guess EU is the proving ground. Hopefully they want to play other gametyps than team deathmatch.
Ardenyal
Member
NemesisPrime
Banned
The Elite
BOSS
Because the feature to play on the gamepad is actually useful for me. No reason to keep two versions of the same game around.
Yeah, I was playing on the gamepad screen without realizing it for a few minutes. I had it sitting underneath my monitor but couldn't figure out how to get it back to the overhead map (hold + and -) so I just left it there doubling the main screen. I couldn't figure out why my pointer wasn't working right then I checked the gamepad sensor bars with a camera and sure enough the gampad one was on but not the one on the monitor.
It worked well enough but I can't imagine playing like that for an extended amount of time.
fabricated backlash
Member
As expected. They've been relatively involved with even the Wii games, so it's great to see them still on top of things for Bo2 WIIU.
Really any self-respecting gaffer should have 2 copies for each system, so as not to be accused of fanboyerism, and the second copy should remain sealed for your collection.
Discomurf
Member
Yeah, interesting indeed. As far as I know this is the first Wii U game that uses this feature.
EDIT: someone made a video of this...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTLRdP9oOfw
Discomurf
Member
xxbrothawizxx63
Member
So wait, what was the final consensus graphically?
I heard about the issues in single player, but some were saying things are perfect in multiplayer and the IQ is better compared to the 360 overall as well. Is it true 720p for the Wii U or are there any other improvements?
I heard about the issues in single player, but some were saying things are perfect in multiplayer and the IQ is better compared to the 360 overall as well. Is it true 720p for the Wii U or are there any other improvements?
JacksUsername
Member
So how do you create a party as opposed to just inviting someone to your game? I've noticed from joining other invites, that people on my friends list's names appear in blue and are easy to find. I imagine this is when I'm part of a party. Other times, their names will be green like normal, and it looks like I just joined their server. Excuse my lack of knowledge; haven't played COD multi since Modern Warfare 2.
IceDoesntHelp
Banned
Having a lot of fun with this. I haven't really noticed any drops in frames, and the multiplayer is as smooth as butter.
sketchsanchez
Member
this is my first time trying pointer controls for an fps game...I like it? Im surprised to find myself digging it, even tho im just using single player for a test run. I dont know if ill always use it tho, the gamepad is just too awesome imo. I love firing up the game on it while running through my dvr.
Still tweaking settings tho. Whats a good dead zone setting? I have them set very thin horizontally, is that what wii vets tend to do? just curious.
Anyway, add me if you want. especially if youre into zombies like me lol
my nnid is: sketchsanchez
edit:
do you buys think there should be a seperate community thread for wii u blops players? since there are so few of us atm, i can imagine the snarky comments from gaffers on the hd twins should we DARE set foot in the regular thread.
Still tweaking settings tho. Whats a good dead zone setting? I have them set very thin horizontally, is that what wii vets tend to do? just curious.
Anyway, add me if you want. especially if youre into zombies like me lol
my nnid is: sketchsanchez
edit:
do you buys think there should be a seperate community thread for wii u blops players? since there are so few of us atm, i can imagine the snarky comments from gaffers on the hd twins should we DARE set foot in the regular thread.
Ugh. Everyone running around with SMGs is really annoying. It's really pointless it seems to use anything else (I like running AR and only occasionally using SMGs), especially since hip firing with the pointer isn't much of a problem. That and lightweight seems to be what nearly everyone is using. My playstyle is usually me rushing from cover to cover or to a door. Taking my time down a hall in case someone jumps out. However no matter what I do there is always some guy running in a full sprint and I'm dead it seems before I can reaction. I've given up trying to aim down sights as well. Used to be doable for me in BO1 and MW3 but forget here. Wonder if lag is at play as well.
Freezie KO
Banned
I've been having good fortune with the MTAR. High fire rate gives it a chance against all the SMG run 'n' gunners, but it handles like an AR and has decent range.
Although for AR play, you really need to unlock Bouncing Betties. You can secure a location. Make sure your back is safe while looking around. Then move on.
ShadowFox08
Member
Yes, I've recently tried this as well, via local with bots. It's alright if you hold it up on a table and sit down on a chair (laying down is just awful). You wont' have to aim your wiimote as low, towards the sensor bar on both sides of the camera.
I prefer larger screen.
Eteric Rice
Member
Has the average number of players gone up yet? I was thinking of getting it.
grimshawish
Banned
Its the Kid Icarus music that gets me.
This game is a thing now and am round to be a part of that thing
How good is the pad as a sensor bar for the main screen, anyone tried that?
Also wonder if its possible to play with a Wii mote on this in NSMBU with a similar set up.
captainraincoat
Banned
Things should pick up over the next 3 weeks with the EU release of the WiiU
i know many of my 360 BO2 freinds are getting this for Wii U simply to try it out with the Wii controls
i know many of my 360 BO2 freinds are getting this for Wii U simply to try it out with the Wii controls
Figured I might have to play that way. Been messing with my settings as well and hoping I've gotten something that works. Starting with the Professional preset and altering from there. Been using the MTAR as well for the most part when I do use an AR.
NintendoGal
Member
Question to those who have been playing online and have played other versions (360/PS3):
Is it just me or is the audio quality for voice communication worse in the Wii U version? I can hardly make out what people are saying to me. Game audio sounds wonderful, I just don't know if it's my headset or what. Or is this a known thing that they used a crap codec?
Is it just me or is the audio quality for voice communication worse in the Wii U version? I can hardly make out what people are saying to me. Game audio sounds wonderful, I just don't know if it's my headset or what. Or is this a known thing that they used a crap codec?
Played the campaign a bit tonight and the framerate definitely dips a fair bit during certain parts. Online seems fine, outside of the shadows. Getting used to the gamepad quicker than I expected. I might switch over to the Wii Remote at some point, though. Also, the IQ for this on the gamepad is great.
One thing I really dislike is the inability to call up the home menu while online. I hope that'll change at some point.
One thing I really dislike is the inability to call up the home menu while online. I hope that'll change at some point.
flamesofchaos
Member
I doubt that would happen since it would pause the game at the current point, which is a big no no for online multiplayer which is active.
fabricated backlash
Member
They will have to provide a "light" version of the home menu (akin to the Xbl dashboard) at some point.
Update for Sony version of latest Call of Duty aimed at fixing lockup/freezing issues, though some still reporting headaches.
http://www.gamespot.com/news/black-ops-ii-patch-hits-ps3-6400322
http://www.gamespot.com/news/black-ops-ii-patch-hits-ps3-6400322
I think mic sensitivity is maxed out. Is there a setting for that on the other consoles? I'm guessing most people are using earbuds with a mic built in (cell phone earbuds) and they're picking up everything.
Cosmo Clock 21
Banned
Use the FAL when it unlocks. Select Fire + Target Finder = no more problems with SMG users
The game is pretty awesome but server population is dreadfully low. Good luck playing anything other than core team deathmatch :-(
I hope the EU launch helps mitigate the issue. I don't really care about being on the most "competitive" platform (in fact, I like that fewer super serious players are on Wii U), but I want to be able to play all the multiplayer gametypes at any time of the day :-(
I hopped on at 3am last night and there were 85 people online!! Still found a match though for TD
Give me 8 days, I'll be there!
fabricated backlash
Member
The interesting part about pointer controls is that there are no unified PRO settings that would be true for everyone.
A small inner dead zone is allways preferable though. I allways set mine to the second lowest possible size both horizontal and vertical.
For the ADS I do the same. Many players use a higher vertical deadzone there, but I feel it awkward to have different turning points for vertical than for horizontal. It provides stability, but you lose responsiveness.
ADS reach determines how far your gun will move around the screen when in ADS. If set to zero, the gun stays centered, but you'll be no longer aiming but dragging the gun with IR which is slower and less precise.
Now when it comes to turning speed, set the outer dead zones to about 80% of the screen both vert. and horiz. That way you have a decent screen estate to accelerate to reach the highest turn speed. Regarding turning itself, start with very low values and work upwards until you find a setting that works for you.
NintendoGal
Member
Even ones with the N11 from Turtle Beach sound muffled though. :/
Scofield94941
Member
When is the patch? I was playing last night doing ok kill wise but realized I could not shoot people far away. I then saw that when I aimed with the wiiremote far away or even at all that if I tried aiming in a circular motion it would be in a jitter rectangular motion. If they patch it like the Wii versions it would be perfect but right now i'm going to wait till the patch
Just a heads up that I haven't even unwrapped my copy yet (got it at launch) been busy w/ other games but I've put this on the shelf as I imagine this will be my go-to game for a long time once I start in on it. So wanted to play through other games first before it pulls me in. Also Thanksgiving family matters upcoming, etc. Hopefully more are like me. Would love to see it develop a viable 3rd option community.