According to Circana analysts, Black Ops 6 emerged as the best-selling game in the United States last year, reinforcing the Call of Duty series' position as the top U.S. market leader for an impressive 16 consecutive years. This remarkable achievement showcases the enduring popularity and dominance of the franchise in the gaming industry.

In the realm of sports gaming, EA Sports College Football 25 took the lead as the most popular title in the U.S. upon its console release in July. Despite the overall spending by U.S. gamers dropping by 1.1% in 2024 compared to the previous year, Circana notes that this decline is primarily due to reduced hardware demand. On the brighter side, expenditures on add-ons and services saw an increase of 2% and 6%, respectively, indicating a shift in consumer spending patterns within the gaming ecosystem.

Looking ahead, fans of Black Ops 6 and Warzone 2 have much to anticipate as the games are set to launch their second season on January 28. This new season promises exciting content with a ninja-themed twist and a thrilling crossover with the "Terminator" universe, adding fresh layers of engagement for players.

The reception of Black Ops 6 has been overwhelmingly positive, with both players and critics lauding the game's diverse missions that maintain excitement and surprise throughout the campaign. The shooting mechanics and the newly redesigned movement system, allowing characters to run in any direction and shoot while falling or lying on their backs, received high praise for enhancing gameplay dynamics.

The campaign's length, clocking in at around eight hours, was also well-received by reviewers, who appreciated its balanced duration—neither too brief nor overly extended. This sentiment was echoed by many gamers, who particularly enjoyed the zombies mode and the campaign. However, some players found Black Ops 6 to be disappointing, with a significant portion of Steam reviews focusing on technical issues such as frequent crashes and unstable server connections, which hindered progress in the story mode.