Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is over a month away from its official release, but the game’s beta has already skyrocketed in popularity, making it the most-played title on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S during the first week of September.
According to a report from Circana’s Mat Piscatella, this early success indicates that the latest installment in the CoD franchise could be one of the biggest releases yet.
Black Ops 6 Beta Dominates Console Charts
The BO6 beta ran in two waves: from August 30 to September 4 for early access players and from September 6 to 9 for all players. During this period, CoD HQ, the platform housing the beta, outperformed other major games like Fortnite, Roblox, GTA 5, Madden NFL 25, and NBA 2K25 on consoles.
The game not only topped the console charts but also made a splash on PC, where it climbed from eighth to fourth on Steam, trailing only Valve’s popular titles like Counter-Strike 2 and Deadlock, and the newly released Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2.
Biggest Call of Duty Beta Ever
Activision has confirmed that the Black Ops 6 beta was the biggest in CoD history, surpassing previous betas in terms of total players, hours played, playtime per player, and most matches played. This is no small feat for a franchise that has consistently dominated the FPS landscape for over two decades.
Why the Hype?
Players are eagerly awaiting BO6 for several reasons:
- Multiplayer: Fast-paced gameplay and classic multiplayer modes.
- Zombies Mode: A return to the beloved round-based Zombies experience, which has been a fan-favorite since Black Ops first introduced it.
- Campaign: The single-player story mode will feature iconic characters like Frank Woods, giving long-time fans plenty of nostalgia.
This combination of modes has fueled excitement for the upcoming title, with players praising its beta experience but also pointing out areas for improvement.
Review and Expectations for the Full Release
In a review of the BO6 beta, it was clear that while the game has potential, there are still some adjustments needed before its official launch on October 25, 2024.
Treyarch, the developer behind Black Ops 6, is known for listening to feedback, and with more than a month to go, there’s confidence that the team will address these issues and fine-tune the game to meet player expectations.
Conclusion
As the Call of Duty series celebrates 21 years of success, Black Ops 6 is poised to carry that momentum forward, reinforcing its position as a staple in the FPS genre.
Whether it’s the multiplayer, Zombies, or the nostalgic return of beloved campaign characters, BO6 is shaping up to be one of the most highly anticipated releases of 2024.
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