Black Ops 6 is the top-selling game of 2024 In the US

Circana's data reveals Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 as the top-selling game in the U.S. for 2024, marking the Call of Duty franchise's 16th consecutive year at the top of the U.S. market. EA Sports College Football 25 claimed the best-selling sports title, launching in July. While overall U.S. gaming spending dipped 1.1% year-over-year, Circana points to decreased hardware sales as the primary factor, offset by a 2% increase in add-on spending and a 6% rise in service spending.

Black Ops 6 and Warzone 2's second season launches January 28th, featuring a ninja theme and a "Terminator" crossover. The game's campaign received widespread acclaim for its diverse missions, preventing repetitive gameplay and consistently surprising players. The innovative movement system, allowing for versatile movement and shooting, and refined shooting mechanics were also highlighted.

Reviewers lauded the campaign's approximately eight-hour length, deeming it neither too short nor overly long. Positive player feedback echoed these sentiments, particularly regarding the zombies mode and the campaign itself. However, a segment of players expressed disappointment, with Steam reviews predominantly citing technical issues. These issues, including frequent crashes and unstable server connections, reportedly hindered progress through the story mode.