Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Dominates US Game Sales in 2024
Circana's data reveals Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 as the top-selling game in the United States for 2024, marking the Call of Duty franchise's 16th consecutive year at the top of the US market. While overall US gaming spending dipped slightly by 1.1% year-over-year, attributed by Circana to decreased hardware sales, spending on add-ons and services saw growth of 2% and 6% respectively.
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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 a crossover with the Terminator franchise.
Critical and player acclaim centers on Black Ops 6's diverse and engaging missions, preventing gameplay monotony and consistently surprising players. The revamped movement system, allowing for versatile movement and shooting in any direction, even while falling or prone, receives significant praise, as does the refined shooting mechanics.
The approximately eight-hour campaign length is lauded for its balance, avoiding both excessive brevity and tedious length. Positive player feedback largely mirrors critical reception, particularly highlighting the popular zombies mode and the overall campaign experience.
However, Black Ops 6 isn't without its detractors. A significant portion of Steam reviews cite technical issues as a major drawback. Reported problems include frequent crashes and unreliable server connections, hindering progression through the story mode.
