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

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, extending the Call of Duty franchise's reign at the top of the US market for an impressive 16 consecutive years. While overall US gamer spending dipped 1.1% year-over-year, a trend Circana attributes to decreased hardware sales, spending on add-ons and services saw a positive upswing, rising 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 thrilling crossover with the Terminator universe.

Critical acclaim for Black Ops 6 centers on its diverse and engaging missions, preventing gameplay monotony and consistently surprising players. The game's refined shooting mechanics and innovative movement system—allowing for omnidirectional running and shooting while falling or prone—received significant praise.

The approximately eight-hour campaign length also garnered positive feedback, deemed neither too brief nor overly extensive. Player reviews largely echoed critical opinions, particularly highlighting the popular zombies mode and the overall campaign experience.

However, Black Ops 6 wasn't without its detractors. A significant portion of Steam user reviews cited technical issues as a major drawback. Reported problems include frequent crashes and unstable server connections, creating significant obstacles for players attempting to progress through the story.