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 U.S. market for an impressive 16 consecutive years.
EA Sports College Football 25 claimed the title of most popular sports game, enjoying a successful console launch in July. While overall U.S. gamer spending experienced a slight 1.1% year-over-year decline, Circana attributes this to reduced hardware demand, contrasting with a 2% rise in add-on spending and a 6% increase in service spending.
Black Ops 6 and Warzone 2's second season commences January 28th, boasting a ninja theme and a captivating crossover with the "Terminator" universe.
The game's diverse missions, lauded by players and critics alike, successfully avoid repetitive gameplay, consistently surprising players throughout the campaign. The refined shooting mechanics and innovative movement system—allowing movement in any direction and shooting while falling or prone—received significant praise.
The campaign's approximate eight-hour duration also garnered positive feedback, deemed neither too brief nor excessively lengthy. This sentiment was echoed by many gamers, who particularly celebrated the zombies mode and the overall campaign experience. However, some players expressed disappointment, with a significant portion of Steam reviews citing technical issues as a major drawback.
These negative reviews frequently highlight game crashes and unreliable server connections, severely impeding progress through the story mode.
