Background and Release
Black Ops 3 Spectre, a standalone expansion pack for the popular first-person shooter game Call of Duty: Black Ops 3, was released on November 8, 2016. Developed by Treyarch and published by Activision, Spectre introduced a new single-player campaign, additional multiplayer maps, and a new Zombies mode.
Single-Player Campaign
The single-player campaign of Black Ops 3 Spectre is set in the year 1986, during the Cold War. It follows a group of soldiers who are part of a top-secret unit known as the Spectre. The campaign is divided into several missions, each with its own unique storyline and challenges.
Mission | Storyline |
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Operation Spectre | Introduces the Spectre unit and their mission to stop a Soviet plot. |
Operation Breakout | The Spectre unit infiltrates a Soviet prison to rescue a captured agent. |
Operation Shadow | The Spectre unit faces off against a rogue Soviet general. |
Operation Retribution | The Spectre unit must stop a nuclear attack on the United States. |
Multiplayer Maps
Black Ops 3 Spectre introduced several new multiplayer maps, each with its own unique design and gameplay mechanics. Some of the notable maps include:
- Operation Spectre: A map set in a Soviet military base, featuring a mix of indoor and outdoor areas.
- Operation Breakout: A map set in a prison, with a variety of corridors and cells.
- Operation Shadow: A map set in a forest, with dense foliage and hidden paths.
- Operation Retribution: A map set in a city, with tall buildings and narrow streets.
Zombies Mode
The Zombies mode in Black Ops 3 Spectre is set in the year 1986, during the same time period as the single-player campaign. It follows a group of survivors who must fight off waves of the undead while exploring a variety of locations.
- Operation Spectre: Survivors must navigate a Soviet military base while fighting off the undead.
- Operation Breakout: Survivors must escape from a Soviet prison while fighting off the undead.
- Operation Shadow: Survivors must navigate a forest while fighting off the undead.
- Operation Retribution: Survivors must navigate a city while fighting off the undead.
Gameplay Features
Black Ops 3 Spectre introduced several new gameplay features, including:
- Customization: Players can customize their characters with a variety of weapons, gear, and appearance options.
- Specialist Classes: Players can choose from a variety of specialist classes, each with their own unique abilities and playstyles.
- Exo Suit: Players can use an exo suit to enhance their movement and combat abilities.
Reception and Legacy
Black Ops 3 Spectre received positive reviews from critics and players alike. The expansion pack was praised for its engaging single-player campaign, new multiplayer maps, and improved Zombies mode. It also helped to extend the lifespan of the Black Ops 3 franchise, which has since become one of the most popular Call of Duty series.