In December 2024, Microsoft emerged as the leading video game publisher, credited largely to the overwhelming success of the Call of Duty franchise. Despite struggles in selling Xbox hardware, which lagged behind PlayStation, Microsoft's multiplatform approach, including key titles like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, bolstered its performance. The report noted Electronic Arts as the second-largest publisher, primarily fueled by EA Sports FC 25, though it still fell short of expectations. While hardware sales declined for all major platforms, including Xbox and PlayStation, Microsoft's focus on diverse gaming platforms appeared to be paying off.
Microsoft's top publisher status in December 2024 was driven by Call of Duty, despite ongoing struggles in Xbox hardware sales.
Despite declining hardware sales for all major platforms, Microsoft's multiplatform strategy is generating significant results in game publishing.
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