According to Circana analysts, Black Ops 6 emerged as the top-selling game in the United States last year, solidifying the Call of Duty series' position as the leader in the U.S. market for an impressive 16 consecutive years. This enduring popularity underscores the franchise's strong appeal among gamers.
In the realm of sports gaming, EA Sports College Football 25, which hit the shelves on consoles in July, claimed the title of the most popular sports game in the U.S. Despite a slight dip in overall gaming expenditure in 2024, with a 1.1% decrease year-over-year, Circana notes that this decline is primarily due to reduced demand for hardware. Interestingly, spending on add-ons and services saw an uptick, increasing by 2% and 6%, respectively.
Black Ops 6 and Warzone 2 are set to excite fans further with the launch of their second season on January 28. This season promises a thrilling ninja-themed experience and a unique crossover with the "Terminator" universe, adding fresh content and excitement to the gameplay.
Critics and players alike have lauded Black Ops 6 for its diverse missions that prevent monotony and consistently surprise throughout the campaign. The game's shooting mechanics and the completely revamped movement system, allowing characters to run in any direction and shoot while falling or lying on their backs, received high praise. The campaign's duration, clocking in at about eight hours, was also well-received, striking a balance that feels neither too short nor too long. Both the zombies mode and the campaign garnered positive feedback from many gamers.
However, Black Ops 6 was not without its detractors. Some found the game disappointing, with a significant portion of Steam reviews highlighting technical issues. Complaints primarily focused on frequent crashes and unstable server connections that hindered progress in the story mode, detracting from the overall gaming experience.
