Battlefield 6 has emerged as the best-selling game in the U.S. for 2025, outperforming its competitor Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, which ranked fifth. Battlefield 6 launched on October 10, 2025, selling over 7 million copies in its first three days, while Black Ops 7, released on November 14, faced challenges with its sales partly attributed to its availability on Game Pass. The article notes that despite lower sales performance, Black Ops 7 still managed to become December 2025’s top seller. Activision has acknowledged declining sales, hinting at possible strategic changes for the Call of Duty franchise moving forward.

What factors contributed to Battlefield 6's success over Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 in 2025?

Battlefield 6's success can be attributed to its massive launch, which broke franchise records by selling over 7 million copies in just three days. Additionally, it faced less competition from Black Ops 7, which had a shorter sales period. The tactical release of multiple major titles and the rising popularity of games like Arc Raiders also shifted focus away from Black Ops 7, impacting its sales negatively.

Battlefield 6, developed by EA, revitalized the classic franchise with enhanced gameplay mechanics and multiplayer features tailored for the current gaming landscape. On the other hand, the Call of Duty franchise, while consistently popular, is currently undergoing significant changes under Microsoft’s leadership following its acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Recent titles in the Call of Duty series have faced scrutiny due to declining sales, prompting the publisher to reassess its release strategy.