Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 does not natively support split-screen on PC, you can enable it using the Nucleus Co-op . This method allows up to in Multiplayer and in Zombies on a single PC. Prerequisites Nucleus Co-op : Download the latest version from the Nucleus Co-op GitHub Controllers : At least one controller per player is required. PS4/PS5 Controllers : If using PlayStation controllers, you must use DS4Windows to emulate them as Xbox 360 controllers. Game Files : Ensure you have a working installation of Black Ops 2 (Steam or Plutonium versions are supported). Step-by-Step Setup
Launch: Press the Play button. Nucleus will automatically resize and position the game windows. Features and Requirements
Link Your Game: Point the app to your game's executable (e.g., t6mp.exe for Multiplayer or t6zm.exe for Zombies).
The modding community for Black Ops 2 remains active, with developers continually working on improvements, bug fixes, and new features. The community's dedication is a testament to the enduring popularity of the game and the demand for features like split-screen gameplay.
The solution eventually arrived not through a single "mod file" in the traditional sense, but through powerful community-made launchers and virtualization tools. The most prominent among these is Plutonium T6 . Plutonium is a custom client that revitalizes Black Ops II
Additional Resources
Game Handler: A specific script for Black Ops 2 (often associated with the Plutonium client) must be downloaded within the app.
Here’s an interesting, story-driven take on the Black Ops 2 PC split-screen mod scene.
Controllers: While you can use one keyboard/mouse for one player, additional players will need controllers (Xbox, PlayStation, or generic). For PlayStation controllers, DS4Windows is often required.