Call of Duty: Vanguard, despite being criticized as one of the worst games in the franchise, has reportedly sold a staggering 30 million copies worldwide. The game, which received a ‘mixed or average’ rating on Metacritic, has stirred controversy among players and critics alike.
The claim of 30 million copies sold comes directly from Brian Hong, a former social media strategist for Activision, the game’s publisher. However, Activision itself has expressed disappointment in the game’s performance, stating that it did not meet their expectations due to a lack of innovation and the World War II setting.
Upon its release, Call of Duty: Vanguard received nominations for several awards, including Online Game of the Year at the 25th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards and Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media at the 2023 Grammy Awards.
The news of the game’s massive sales despite its poor reception has sparked discussions among gamers. Many are questioning the discrepancy between the game’s sales figures and its perceived quality. Some speculate that a significant portion of the sales may have been driven by discounted purchases long after the initial release, echoing similar trends seen in other popular games like Mortal Kombat 11, Street Fighter 5, and Tekken 7.
As the gaming community continues to dissect the implications of this news, it remains to be seen how Activision will address the discrepancy between the game’s sales and its critical reception.
