According to Circana analysts, Black Ops 6 emerged as the top-selling game in the United States last year, marking the 16th consecutive year that the Call of Duty series has dominated the U.S. market. Meanwhile, EA Sports College Football 25, released in July on consoles, secured its position as the most popular sports game in the country. Despite a slight dip in overall U.S. gaming expenditure by 1.1% in 2024, attributed to decreased hardware demand, there was a noticeable increase in spending on add-ons and services, rising by 2% and 6%, respectively.
Looking ahead, Black Ops 6 and Warzone 2 are set to kick off their second season on January 28, featuring an exciting ninja-themed event and a crossover with the "Terminator" universe. The game has been lauded for its diverse missions that keep players engaged and surprised throughout the campaign. Both players and critics have given high marks to the refined shooting mechanics and the innovative movement system, which allows characters to move and shoot in any direction, including while falling or lying on their backs.
Reviewers have also commended the campaign's duration, clocking in at around eight hours, which strikes a balance between being neither too brief nor excessively long. The zombies mode and the campaign have received particular praise from the gaming community. However, some players found Black Ops 6 disappointing, with a significant number of complaints on Steam focusing on technical issues. Reports indicate frequent game crashes and unstable server connections, which have hindered progress through the story mode.
