Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Dominates US Game Sales in 2024
Circana's data reveals that Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 secured the top spot as the best-selling game in the United States during 2024, extending the Call of Duty franchise's reign at the summit of the US market for an impressive 16 consecutive years.
In the sports game category, EA Sports College Football 25 claimed the number one position following its July console release. While overall US gaming spending experienced a slight 1.1% year-over-year decline, Circana attributes this to reduced hardware demand, contrasting with a 2% increase in add-on spending and a significant 6% rise in service spending.
Black Ops 6 and its companion title, Warzone 2, are set to launch their second season on January 28th, featuring a ninja-themed update and an exciting crossover with the iconic "Terminator" universe.
Critical acclaim has been showered upon Black Ops 6, with players and critics alike praising its diverse and engaging missions that consistently surprise throughout the campaign. The game's refined shooting mechanics and innovative movement system, allowing for versatile movement and shooting capabilities even while falling or prone, have also garnered significant praise.
The campaign's approximate eight-hour playtime has been lauded for its balanced length, avoiding both brevity and excessive duration. This sentiment is echoed by many gamers, who also highlight the exceptional zombie mode and the overall campaign experience.
However, Black Ops 6 hasn't been without its detractors. A significant portion of Steam reviews cite technical issues as a major drawback. Reports of frequent crashes and unstable server connections, hindering progress through the story mode, have emerged as recurring complaints.
