Skip to main content

Activision Delivers Top Two Selling Console Releases of the Year In The U.S.

Activision Publishing has announced that Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare and Destiny are the top-selling console games of the year with Skylanders being the number one franchise through November in the United States. Read on to learn more.

From the Press Release
Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI), has delivered the top two selling console retail releases of the year to date overall in the U.S., as well as the #1 kids video game franchise of 2014, based on retail sell-through, according to the NPD Group, through November. In only its first month of release, Call of Duty®: Advanced Warfare is already the #1 top-selling console game of the year through November in the U.S. overall, as well as individually on Xbox One, PlayStation® 4, Xbox 360 and PlayStation®3. Destiny, the epic new release from Bungie, is the #2 top-selling console game among all titles in the U.S. in 2014 through November and Skylanders® is the #1 kids video game franchise of the year through November in the U.S., based on retail sell-through including toys and accessories.

"To date, 2014 has been a series of number ones for Activision Publishing: Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare is the #1 top-selling game of the year, Skylanders is the #1 kids video game franchise of the year, and Destiny is the #1 top-selling new video game franchise of the year," said Eric Hirshberg, CEO, Activision Publishing, Inc. "We are excited about how fans have responded to Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, Destiny and Skylanders Trap Team, and have even more great new content in store in 2015."

Activision's lineup of Call of Duty, Destiny and Skylanders achieved the following in the U.S. through November 2014, according to NPD:

  • #1 and #2 top selling console titles: Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare, Destiny
  • #1 on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3: Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare
  • #1 kids video game franchise: Skylanders
  • #1 top-selling new video game franchise of the year through November: Destiny
  • Call of Duty leads November console game sales for 6th consecutive year




About Activision Publishing, Inc.
Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading global producer and publisher of interactive entertainment. Activision maintains operations throughout the world. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website, www.activision.com.

Popular posts from this blog

Blood, Screams, and Southern Nightmares: Inside PV Slaughterhouse’s Reign of Terror in Rainsville, Alabama

If you’re brave enough to step inside a real-life slaughterhouse after dark, PV Slaughterhouse in Rainsville, Alabama, is ready to test your limits. This homegrown haunt isn’t just spooky—it’s southern fried terror at its finest. With $25 tickets at the door, you’re buying entry to an immersive nightmare that proves small-town scares can pack big-time chills. What began as a family-run yard haunt has mutated into one of Alabama’s most notorious horror attractions. Housed inside the former Rainsville Quality Meats building, the walls practically breathe history—and horror. The Tomlinson family, who own and operate the experience, have turned this creepy relic into a blood-soaked maze of screams, strobe lights, and expertly placed scares. The story behind the haunt gives it real grit—you’re not walking through a warehouse pretending to be a slaughterhouse. You’re walking through the real thing. Once you step through the door, the nightmare begins. Actors seem to emerge from the shadows...
Level Up: Read More »

Get Ready, Gamers and Collectors: TCG Con Sand Mountain 2026 is Coming!

  Calling all nerds, geeks, gamers, and collectors! Mark your calendars and clear your schedules because a massive celebration of all things collectible is heading to Alabama. TCG Con Sand Mountain is set to take over the Sand Mountain Park on Saturday, March 21st, 2026, promising a safe and exciting space for enthusiasts of every stripe to come together and celebrate their passions. Event Details at a Glance Date: Saturday, March 21st, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM Location: Sand Mountain Park, 1325 S.M.P.A. Albertville, AL 35950 Space: 30,000 sq ft of collectibles heaven Entry: $10 (Kids 12 & under are FREE!) Facebook Event: TCG Con Sand Mountain A Universe of Categories Whether you are a veteran TCG player or a casual fan of pop culture, there is something for everyone. The convention boasts an impressive array of categories, including: Trading Card Games: Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering (MtG), Lorcana, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Flesh and Blood, Digimon, Gundam, Dragon Ball Z,...
Level Up: Read More »

Vault 256: Step Into a Post-Apocalyptic Paradise in Alabama

If you’ve ever spent hours wandering the radioactive ruins of the Mojave or the Commonwealth, you’ve probably wondered what it would actually feel like to live inside a Vault-Tec facility. In Madison, Alabama, that fantasy has become a reality. Vault 256 is not just an Airbnb; it’s an immersive, 1,500-square-foot love letter to the Fallout franchise. From the iconic yellow-and-blue color scheme to the meticulously crafted industrial decor, this "Wasteland Escape" offers fans a chance to live out their vault-dweller dreams without the actual threat of a nuclear winter. The Ultimate Gamer’s Retreat Designed for "gamers, geeks, and post-apocalyptic wanderers," Vault 256 comfortably accommodates up to 12 guests. The property features:  3 Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms: Each room is themed with "grit and charm," ensuring you never break immersion. High-Tech Gaming Amenities: The living area includes multiple consoles and TVs, but the centerpiece is a custom gaming ...
Level Up: Read More »