According to Circana analysts, Black Ops 6 emerged as the best-selling game in the United States last year, continuing the Call of Duty series' dominance at the top of the U.S. market for an impressive 16 years straight. In the sports gaming arena, EA Sports College Football 25, released on consoles in July, took the crown as the most popular sports game among U.S. gamers. Despite a slight dip in overall spending by U.S. gamers in 2024, down by 1.1% year-over-year, Circana notes that this decline is primarily due to reduced hardware demand. Interestingly, spending on add-on content and services saw an uptick, increasing by 2% and 6%, respectively.
Looking ahead, Black Ops 6 and Warzone 2 are set to launch their second season on January 28, featuring exciting ninja-themed content and a crossover with the iconic "Terminator" universe. This update promises to bring fresh excitement to the gaming community.
The game has received widespread acclaim for its varied missions that keep players engaged and surprised throughout the campaign. Critics and players alike have lauded the refined shooting mechanics and the completely revamped movement system, which allows for dynamic gameplay such as shooting while falling or lying on one's back. The campaign's length, clocking in at around eight hours, has been praised for striking the perfect balance, feeling neither too short nor overly extended. The zombies mode and the campaign have particularly resonated with many gamers, who appreciate the depth and enjoyment these elements bring to the game.
However, not all feedback has been positive. Some players found Black Ops 6 disappointing, with the majority of complaints on Steam centered around technical issues. Reports of the game crashing frequently and suffering from unstable server connections have hindered some players' ability to progress through the story mode smoothly.
