Black Ops 2 launched in November 2012 with three retail editions and a Season Pass covering all post-launch DLC. If you are looking to buy a physical copy in 2026 — or just want to know what came with each original edition — here is the complete breakdown of every version, every DLC pack, and what they included.
Black Ops 2: All Retail Editions at Launch
| Edition | Price at Launch | What Was Included |
| Standard Edition | $59.99 | Base game only |
| Hardened Edition | $99.99 | Base game + SteelBook case + exclusive in-game content + collectible coin |
| Care Package Edition | $179.99 | Everything in Hardened + RC-XD remote control car toy + military-grade drone + combat knife replica + exclusive in-game items |
Hardened Edition: Full Contents
The Black Ops 2 Hardened Edition was priced at $99.99 at launch. It contained:
- The full game (disc or digital)
- Premium SteelBook collector’s case — a metal game case with exclusive artwork
- Exclusive Black Ops 2 Nuketown 2025 bonus multiplayer map (also available separately later)
- Collectible challenge coin — a metal military-style coin with the Call of Duty Black Ops 2 insignia
- Bonus in-game avatar/emblem items
The Hardened Edition SteelBook has become a collector’s item — sealed copies in good condition sell for £30-80 on eBay UK in 2026, depending on the platform and condition. The challenge coin is also traded separately.
Care Package Edition: Full Contents
The Black Ops 2 Care Package Edition was the premium collector’s edition, priced at $179.99 at launch. It is one of the most elaborate special editions in CoD history. Contents:
- Everything included in the Hardened Edition (game + SteelBook + coin)
- RC-XD remote controlled car — a working remote control toy modelled on the RC-XD killstreak from the game
- Military-grade drone — a small quadcopter drone with Black Ops 2 branding (one of the most unusual CoD collectibles ever made)
- Combat knife prop — a replica combat knife with rubber blade, packaged with the set
- Exclusive Nuketown Zombies map (later made available separately)
- Additional exclusive in-game content
Complete boxed Care Package editions in good condition are rare and collectible. Complete sets in excellent condition have sold for $200-400+ on eBay in recent years. The RC-XD car alone sells for $30-80 depending on whether it is complete with original packaging.
Digital Deluxe Edition
The Black Ops 2 Digital Deluxe Edition was the digital equivalent of the Hardened Edition, available via digital storefronts. It included:
- The full game (digital download)
- Season Pass (covering all 4 DLC packs)
- Exclusive bonus digital content (avatar items, in-game extras)
The Digital Deluxe was available on Xbox 360 and PC (Steam/Battle.net). PlayStation Store availability for digital editions of BO2 was limited — the PS3 Store closed for new purchases in July 2021.
Black Ops 2 Sealed Copies: Collector Value in 2026
Sealed physical copies of Black Ops 2 have collectible value, particularly for the Hardened and Care Package editions. Approximate values as of 2026:
| Edition | Sealed | Loose / No box |
| Standard (PS3/Xbox 360) | £15-30 | £5-15 |
| Hardened Edition | £60-120 | £30-60 (steelbook + coin) |
| Care Package Edition | £200-400+ | £80-150 (RC car alone £30-80) |
All Black Ops 2 DLC Packs
| DLC Pack | Release | Contents |
| Revolution (Pack 1) | Jan 2013 | 4 maps (Hydro, Grind, Mirage, Downhill) + Die Rise Zombies map + Peacekeeper weapon |
| Uprising (Pack 2) | Apr 2013 | 4 maps (Magma, Encore, Vertigo, Studio) + Mob of the Dead Zombies map |
| Vengeance (Pack 3) | Jul 2013 | 4 maps (Cove, Detour, Rush, Uplink) + Buried Zombies map |
| Apocalypse (Pack 4) | Sep 2013 | 4 maps (Pod, Frost, Takeoff, Dig) + Origins Zombies map |
Each DLC pack cost $14.99 at launch. The Season Pass cost $49.99 and covered all four packs — a saving of approximately $10 compared to buying individually. The Season Pass is still available on PC via Steam. Console DLC availability depends on the platform — Xbox One and Series X/S backward compatibility includes Season Pass content if it was previously purchased.
Which DLC Pack Has Mob of the Dead?
Mob of the Dead is in the Uprising DLC Pack (Pack 2), released in April 2013. It is one of four maps in the pack — the Zombies map is the standout, but the multiplayer maps Magma, Encore, Vertigo, and Studio are also well-regarded, particularly Encore (set on a music festival stage) and Studio (a recreation of the Firing Range map from Black Ops 1).
Black Ops 2 Vengeance DLC
Vengeance (Pack 3, July 2013) is notable for the Buried Zombies map — a Wild West underground town with the Giant zombie NPC. The multiplayer maps include Cove (a small beach map ideal for TDM), Rush (a paintball arena setting), and Detour (a highway bridge). The Vengeance pack is considered one of the stronger DLC packages due to Buried’s fan following.
Want to know more about the Zombies content in these DLC packs? See our full guide to Black Ops 2 Zombies — every map including Mob of the Dead, Bus Driver, and Origins.
Thinking of playing the game but not sure which platform supports it today? See our guide to Black Ops 2 platform compatibility — PS4, PS5, Xbox, and PC in 2026.
Missed the campaign first time around? See our complete guide to the Black Ops 2 campaign — mission list, story, all endings, and Strike Force.
Ready for what comes after? See our guide to Black Ops 7 — release date, price, platforms, and everything confirmed.
Bottom Line
| Standard | Base game only — $59.99 at launch |
| Hardened | SteelBook + challenge coin — $99.99; sealed copies £60-120 now |
| Care Package | RC-XD car + drone + knife replica — $179.99; complete sets £200-400+ |
| Digital Deluxe | Game + Season Pass + bonus content — digital only |
| Season Pass | All 4 DLC packs — $49.99; still available on Steam PC |
| Mob of the Dead DLC | Uprising Pack (Pack 2) — April 2013 |
| Total DLC maps | 16 multiplayer maps + 4 Zombies maps across 4 packs |
Frequently Asked Questions
What came in the Black Ops 2 Hardened Edition?
The Black Ops 2 Hardened Edition ($99.99 at launch) included the base game, a premium SteelBook metal collector’s case with exclusive artwork, a collectible metal challenge coin with Black Ops 2 insignia, the Nuketown 2025 bonus multiplayer map, and bonus in-game content. Sealed copies are collectible in 2026, typically selling for £60-120 depending on condition and platform.
What came in the Black Ops 2 Care Package Edition?
The Care Package Edition ($179.99) was the premium collector’s edition including everything in the Hardened Edition plus a working RC-XD remote control car toy, a small branded quadcopter drone, a rubber-bladed combat knife replica, the Nuketown Zombies map, and additional exclusive in-game content. Complete sealed Care Package sets are rare collectibles selling for £200-400+ in 2026.
What DLC packs did Black Ops 2 have?
Black Ops 2 had 4 DLC packs: Revolution (January 2013 — Die Rise Zombies + Peacekeeper weapon), Uprising (April 2013 — Mob of the Dead Zombies), Vengeance (July 2013 — Buried Zombies), and Apocalypse (September 2013 — Origins Zombies). Each pack included 4 multiplayer maps plus one Zombies map. The Season Pass ($49.99) covered all four packs.
Is the Black Ops 2 Season Pass still available?
The Black Ops 2 Season Pass is still available on PC via Steam. Console availability depends on the platform — Xbox backward compatibility may allow previously purchased Season Pass content to be accessed. PS3 digital purchases made before July 2021 can still be downloaded. New PS3 digital purchases are no longer possible as the PS3 PlayStation Store closed for new transactions in July 2021.
