Video Game Industry In Crisis As Console Sales Plunge
GameCentral readers express deep concern over plummeting console sales, the struggles of Call Of Duty, and the future of major publishers. Is the gaming bubble bursting?
GameCentral readers express deep concern over plummeting console sales, the struggles of Call Of Duty, and the future of major publishers. Is the gaming bubble bursting?
US video game console sales plummet to a 30-year November low. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 tops charts but faces a steep decline, while Battlefield 6 leads 2025 sales. Full analysis inside.
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 leads November's PS5 sales charts in the US and Europe, yet industry analysts report it is underperforming compared to previous titles. Discover the full story behind the sales figures and fan discontent.
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