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When does the Modern Warfare 4 beta start and how to access it
The beta dates for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 have been announced, with an Early Access period starting August 21 for pre-order customers and an Open Beta beginning August 28 for all players on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Specific times are yet to be confirmed, but the beta will feature a selection of multiplayer maps and modes, including Search & Destroy and the new Kill Block experience.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta goes live in August – here’s how to join
Activision has announced the beta testing schedule for Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with two weekends of access in August. The first weekend is for pre-orders on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, while the second is an open beta for all platforms, including the Nintendo Switch 2. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will not have an early access beta due to its later pre-order availability.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 studio Infinity Ward can "see the conversation around weapon progression" and promises "more to share on leveling and the grind soon"
Infinity Ward has acknowledged the ongoing community discussion regarding weapon progression in the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The studio stated on Twitter that they have more information to share soon about leveling and the "grind" involved in unlocking content.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's open beta is set for next month, and will offer a chance to take on the fearsome new slaying slab mode
Activision has announced the beta testing schedule for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. A pre-order exclusive beta will run from August 21st to August 25th, followed by an open beta available to all players from August 28th to September 1st. The beta will feature multiple multiplayer maps and modes, including a new dynamic map called Kill Block.
Modern Warfare 4 open and closed beta dates announced, including for Switch 2, alongside the return of Call of Duty: Next
Activision has announced the beta dates for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with pre-order access from August 21-25 and an open beta from August 28 to September 1 across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The game will also be playable on the Switch 2 during the open beta, with pre-orders for that platform going live on August 26. The beta will feature 19 weapons and new modes like Kill Block.
Call of Duty Film is Set in The Modern Warfare Universe, Director Confirms
Director Peter Berg confirmed that the upcoming Call of Duty film adaptation will be set in the Modern Warfare universe. The screenplay is by Taylor Sheridan, and the film is slated for release on June 30th, 2028. Filming is expected to begin later this year, with pre-production concluding by late 2027.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Dates Confirmed
Activision and Infinity Ward have announced the confirmed dates for the upcoming beta tests for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The beta will be available across PC, Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.
MW4 Open Beta, NEXT, Fanatics Fest, & Serialized Camo
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will launch on October 23, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. The game's multiplayer beta will begin on August 21, with an early access period for pre-orders and an open beta following shortly after. Pre-ordering the game offers exclusive cosmetic items, including a serialized weapon camo for the first 100,000 players.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 gets open beta for Nintendo Switch 2
Activision has announced an open beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The beta will be available to all players without requiring a pre-order, offering a chance to test the game before its release later this year.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta: Dates, Content, And How To Get In
Activision has announced the beta dates for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with early access starting August 21 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, followed by an open beta from August 28 to September 1. The beta will feature multiple maps, modes like Search & Destroy and Kill Block, and a selection of 19 weapons. The Nintendo Switch is also listed as a supported platform for the open beta.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 announces open beta for Nintendo Switch 2
Activision has announced an open beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on the Nintendo Switch 2, running from August 28 to September 1. The beta will feature multiple multiplayer maps and modes, new operators, and a selection of weapons. Pre-orders for the Vault Edition will include all Vault Edition operators.
Activision has confirmed the Call of Duty movie setting, and it's not what I'd have picked
Activision and Paramount have confirmed that the upcoming Call of Duty movie, set to release on June 30, 2028, will be set in the Modern Warfare universe. Director Peter Berg, known for war films, is helming the project, which aims to provide an authentic experience for fans. This announcement follows speculation about which Call of Duty sub-series would be featured.
Modern Warfare 4 gameplay debut reignites community debate about how fast Call of Duty movement should be
The first gameplay of Modern Warfare 4 has been revealed, sparking debate about its fast player movement mechanics. Developer Infinity Ward showcased a new Kill Block mode at Fanatics Fest NYC, with footage highlighting rapid sliding and jumping. Community reactions on Reddit are divided, with some players advocating for a return to slower movement or the inclusion of a 'Classic mode' to cater to different preferences.
Call of Duty movie officially set in the Modern Warfare universe
The upcoming Call of Duty movie has been officially confirmed to be set within the Modern Warfare universe. Director and co-writer Peter Berg revealed the news, with Taylor Sheridan also attached to write and produce for Paramount. Activision president Rob Kostich emphasized the film's aim for authenticity and epic scope to appeal to both existing fans and new audiences.
Call Of Duty Movie Gets A Key Update About Its Setting
The upcoming Call of Duty movie, directed by Peter Berg and written by Taylor Sheridan, will be set in the Modern Warfare universe. This clarification addresses speculation about which of Call of Duty's distinct sub-series the film would adapt. The movie is slated for a June 30, 2028 release by Paramount.
Call of Duty voice chat lobbies turned into ASMR app that takes veterans back to the cacophonies of the MW2 and BO1 days
A developer named Mike Wing has created a website called Call of Duty Ambience, which plays looped voice chat recordings from older Call of Duty titles like Modern Warfare 2 and Black Ops 1 and 2. The app aims to evoke nostalgia for the trash-talking lobbies and persistent community interactions of past Call of Duty games, offering an ASMR-like experience for some players.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Early Access Starts on August 21st for Pre-Orders
Activision has announced the beta dates for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. Early access for pre-orders begins August 21st on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC, running until August 25th. The second weekend, from August 28th to September 1st, will be open to all players, including those on Nintendo Switch 2. The game launches on October 23rd with support for PS5 Pro's PSSR, and pre-orders also grant early campaign access on October 16th.
Call of Duty Ambience Website Lets You Fall Asleep to Nostalgic Black Ops and MW2 Lobbies
A new website called Call of Duty Ambience has been launched, offering players the ability to listen to the ambient sounds of lobbies from Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. The site aims to provide a nostalgic audio experience for fans of the franchise.
Call of Duty movie will be set in the Modern Warfare universe
The upcoming Call of Duty movie will be set in the Modern Warfare universe, as confirmed by director Peter Berg. Activision producer Rob Kostich emphasized the importance of authenticity and epic scope for the film, which is slated for a June 30, 2028 release. In other news, Marathon director Joe Ziegler has departed Bungie, passing leadership to Del Chafe III and Julia Nardin amidst ongoing studio layoffs and legal disputes.
Weekend Discussion - July 18, 2026
This weekend discussion covers various topics including the return of Crash Bandicoot, Jon Bernthal's career, and the difficulty in finding the television show The Secret World of Alex Mack. The article also touches on Marcello Hernandez's hosting gig and Flea's music.
