Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Launch Sales Decline in Europe

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 has experienced a notably disappointing launch in Europe, with sales figures reported to be 63% lower than those of Electronic Arts' Battlefield 6 during its debut week. According to data from GSD, which tracks both digital and physical sales across various European markets, Black Ops 7's opening week sales are also down over 50% compared to its predecessor, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, released in 2024. Despite being the top-selling game in Europe for the week ending November 16, 2025, the performance has raised concerns about the franchise's trajectory.

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The launch of Black Ops 7 coincided with increased competition from Battlefield 6 and Nexon's Arc Raiders, which may have diverted potential players. Notably, over 25% of Call of Duty players in September opted for Battlefield 6 in October, indicating a shift in player interest. Additionally, Black Ops 7 is available on Xbox Game Pass, a factor that could inflate its player count compared to Battlefield 6, which is not included in any subscription service.

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User reviews for Black Ops 7 have been largely negative, contributing to its lackluster sales performance. Critics have pointed to issues with the campaign quality and the use of generative AI assets, which have not resonated well with the gaming community. The muted response from Activision following the launch, which typically includes celebratory announcements regarding player engagement and sales figures, has further fueled speculation about the game's reception.

Call of Duty sales figures point to a staggering year-over-year decline — Black Ops 7 is down compared to Black Ops 6, at least in Europe

The European sales charts for the week of November 10-16, 2025, are as follows:

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 EU Launch Sales Fall Short of Battlefield 6’s Launch by 63%

Activision has acknowledged a "great response" to Black Ops 7, although the lack of detailed sales figures or player engagement metrics has been noted as unusual for the company. This contrasts with the typical post-launch communications that celebrate the success of new titles.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 stumbles in European launch, with sales 63% below Battlefield 6

While Black Ops 7 has topped the sales charts, the significant decline in sales compared to both its predecessor and Battlefield 6 raises questions about the franchise's future. The absence of detailed player engagement data and the muted response from Activision contribute to a lack of clarity regarding the game's long-term performance.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 stumbles in European launch, with sales 63% below Battlefield 6

As the gaming community awaits further updates, the focus will be on how Activision, along with developers Treyarch and Raven Software, will address the challenges faced by Black Ops 7. The upcoming sales data from the U.S. market may provide additional insights into the game's overall reception and performance.

Call of Duty sales figures point to a staggering year-over-year decline — Black Ops 7 is down compared to Black Ops 6, at least in Europe