For the first time ever, Battlefield has outpaced Call of Duty in US sales, a milestone that underscores a shift in the shooter landscape. The latest figures from Circana reveal that 2025 was Call of Duty’s worst year in the American market in 17 years, with Black Ops 7 slipping all the way to fifth place on the charts.
This stands out particularly because the Call of Duty series has long dominated shooter sales, often setting the pace for the genre. Battlefield managing to edge ahead shows how competitive the market has become and perhaps hints at changing player appetites. While Black Ops remains a major franchise, its fall from the top spot speaks volumes about the rising traction Battlefield has gained, possibly reflecting its evolving gameplay and world-building.
It’s a notable moment for fans and industry watchers alike, highlighting how even juggernauts like Call of Duty aren’t immune to the ebbs and flows of popularity. The 2025 sales data paints a clear picture that the shooter battleground continues to shift in unexpected ways.
Source: videogameschronicle.com
