No—Black Ops II does not support crossplay between PlayStation, Xbox, and PC. The current PlayStation listing does allow cross-generation Multiplayer between PS4 and PS5. That pairing is limited to PlayStation; it does not connect with other platform families.
Which Black Ops II platforms can play together?
Activision lists the original 2012 release for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PC, and Wii U. Those are distinct platform editions; the list does not mean they share matchmaking. The current PlayStation listing specifically confirms PS4–PS5 cross-generation Multiplayer, while the Xbox Store listing says cross-platform Multiplayer is not supported.
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Call of Duty: Black Ops II - PlayStation 3 (Renewed) | $14.34 | Buy on Amazon |
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Call of Duty: Black Ops II [Standard edition] (PS3) (Renewed) | $26.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 | $28.89 | Buy on Amazon |
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Call of Duty: Black Ops II - Nintendo Wii U | $59.99 | Buy on Amazon |
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Call of Duty Black Ops 2 (PS3) (Renewed) | $29.28 | Buy on Amazon |
| Platforms | What the listings establish |
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| PS4 and PS5 | Cross-generation Multiplayer is supported, according to the PlayStation listing. |
| PlayStation and Xbox or PC | Cross-platform Multiplayer is not supported, according to the PlayStation listing. |
| Xbox, PlayStation, PC, and Wii U original editions | Activision lists these original platforms, but the listing does not establish shared matchmaking between them. |
These statements concern the specific editions described by the platform listings. They do not establish whether the PS4/PS5 release shares Multiplayer with the original PS3, Xbox 360, PC, or Wii U editions.
Can PS4 and PS5 players play Black Ops II together?
Yes. PlayStation says its Black Ops II listing supports cross-generation Multiplayer between PS4 and PS5 players. This is the confirmed exception to the broader no-crossplay answer, and it applies within PlayStation only.
#1 Best Overall
- This renewed game may come repackaged in a generic case. It has been cleaned, tested, and shows minimal wear.
What do you need for online Multiplayer on PlayStation?
- A PlayStation Plus subscription, sold separately.
- An Activision account.
PlayStation cautions that content, features, services, online play, and support may vary by region and may change or end. Check the current local listing and service status before purchasing or troubleshooting access.
Does buying another edition enable crossplay?
No. A copy for a different platform does not create cross-platform matchmaking. Activision’s title page identifies the original Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PC, and Wii U editions; the PlayStation listing confirms only PS4–PS5 cross-generation play. The available platform statements do not support treating all editions as one shared Multiplayer pool.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 2/PS3
Rank #4
- Brand New in box. The product ships with all relevant accessories
Rank #3
- Strike Force Levels: New to the Call of Duty Franchise, strike force levels provide sandbox-style gameplay experiences, allowing players to take command of any element of their squad at any time.
- Branching Storylines: Choices the player makes could mean the difference between life and death for some characters and there exists an even greater opportunity for multiple endings.
- Single Player Character Customization: Choose from a variety of weapons and loadouts providing multiple choices for how you approach single player missions.
Rank #2
- All-new create-a-class: Create-a-class has been re-imagined, introducing players to a new "pick-10" allocation system, allowing an unprecedented number of combinations of create-a-class content. Players no longer have to take content from each category instead, trade items from one category for extra items in another - any combination of 10 items makes almost anything possible.
- Pick 10 System: Ten points and nearly endless combinations: every piece of content is worth one point, and you can spend your 10 points in any way you like, encouraging a greater level of customization for individual play styles
- Wildcards: Also a point each, Wildcards allow players to "extend the system" and configure classes in more unique ways - players can take multiple perks from one category, equip their primary with three attachments, carry two lethals, and more
- All-new score streaks: Score Streaks reward players for helping their team win the game - capturing flags, defending your teammate with an assault shield, getting kills and assists are all examples of actions that help your team win and thus give you score.
- Upgraded weapons, attachments and equipment: Near-future warfare means upgrades in technology that soldiers will use in the field. Additionally, weapon perks are now built into the attachments.
Official platform information
- Activision: Call of Duty: Black Ops II — original release date and platforms.
- PlayStation: Call of Duty: Black Ops II — PS4/PS5 cross-generation support, non-PlayStation limitation, and online requirements.
- Xbox Store: Call of Duty: Black Ops II — cross-platform Multiplayer statement for the PC-playable Xbox Store version.
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