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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Extended, Adds Double XP To Help You Grind For Rewards
Activision has extended the open beta for Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 by 12 hours, now concluding on September 2. During this extended period, players will benefit from double progression XP and double weapon XP, aiding their efforts to reach the level cap and unlock rewards. The game is set to launch on October 23 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Switch 2, and PC.
Microsoft is bribing people to pre-order Modern Warfare 4 on Xbox instead of PS5
Microsoft is offering a £4 Xbox gift card for pre-ordering Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Xbox or PC, a move seen as an attempt to discourage PlayStation 5 pre-orders. This incentive comes after a disappointing reception to the game's beta and a public apology for the previous title, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. The article also touches on recent layoffs at Microsoft-owned studios like id Software.
Brian Ward steps down as Savvy Games Group CEO
Brian Ward is stepping down as CEO of Savvy Games Group, a company established in 2021 to expand Saudi Arabia's presence in the global games industry. Turqi Alnowaiser, deputy governor of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), will serve as interim acting CEO. Ward's tenure saw significant acquisitions, including Scopely and Moonton.
Jobs roundup: September 2026 | Fandom expands executive leadership team
Several companies in the gaming industry have announced executive appointments and promotions. Fandom expanded its leadership team with new hires and a promotion, while The New York Times appointed Jonathan Knight as chief games officer. Scopely saw two new appointments, and other companies like Arrowhead Game Studios, Epic Games, Blizzard Entertainment, King, CD Projekt Red, and Unity also announced new roles and promotions for their staff.
Fans are using Xbox's disc-to-digital feature to save long-delisted titles like the Deadpool game, Rock Band 4, and…
Xbox users are leveraging the new disc-to-digital feature to reclaim delisted digital licenses for physical games, including titles like Deadpool and Rock Band 4. While not all games are supported, the initiative is seen as a positive step for game preservation, contrasting with the perceived abandonment of physical media by PlayStation 5.
Microsoft will give you $5 to buy Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Xbox (or Xbox on PC)
Microsoft is offering a $5 store credit for pre-ordering Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Xbox Series X/S or PC through the Microsoft Store. This promotion, valid until September 1st, aims to incentivize purchases on Microsoft's platforms over competitors. The credit can be used on future purchases and is available in numerous regions.
Buying COD: MW4 On Xbox Comes With A Special Perk Not Available On Other Console Platforms
Microsoft is incentivizing preorders for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 on Xbox and PC by offering a $5 digital credit. Additionally, a 10% loyalty discount is available for the $100 Vault Edition on all platforms for players who have previously owned or played qualifying Call of Duty titles.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta Steam numbers haven't budged in the second weekend, despite Warzone's arrival and transformative patch
The second weekend of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta saw stagnant player numbers on Steam, despite the addition of Warzone content and significant gameplay adjustments. Infinity Ward implemented changes to movement speed, slide mechanics, time-to-kill, spawns, and killstreak requirements in response to player feedback, but these did not translate to increased Steam concurrent players.
Activision sends a legal rep to a Call of Duty cheat seller's front door, films the whole thing, posts it online
Activision has released footage of its legal team serving a cease-and-desist order to a Call of Duty cheat seller at their home in Ohio. This action is part of a broader effort by the company to combat cheating, with over 80 such demands served and numerous reseller operations targeted. The company also highlighted improvements in its RICOCHET anti-cheat system for the upcoming Modern Warfare 4.
Day of Defeat kunde ha blivit nästa Counter-Strike
This article discusses Day of Defeat, a tactical shooter mod for Half-Life set in World War II, which was released in 2003 and competed with Counter-Strike. Despite its realistic gameplay, historical accuracy, and fast pace, Day of Defeat was eventually overshadowed by larger titles like Medal of Honor and Battlefield 1942, and later attempts to broaden its appeal failed. The author posits that in an alternate reality, Day of Defeat could have become the dominant game, with Counter-Strike fading into obscurity.
I'm excited for Stage Tour, but Rock Band 4 will take a lot to beat
Rock Band 4 remains the last active title from the plastic-instrument rhythm game era, a decade after its release. Despite challenges with peripheral availability and music licensing, the game continues to receive weekly track additions and maintain an active online community. While Fortnite Festival offers a new Harmonix experience, it does not fully replace the legacy or song library of Rock Band 4.
Activision serves cease and desist to infamous Call of Duty cheat maker—and films the whole thing: 'We will…
Activision has publicly served cease-and-desist papers to a prominent Call of Duty cheat maker, Elocarry, and posted the exchange online as a warning to others. The company also revealed it has issued 80 such letters and disrupted hundreds of reseller operations. Efforts to combat cheating are being integrated into Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with improved detection and faster action times reported during its beta tests.
Weekend Discussion - August 29, 2026
This Weekend Discussion article from Shacknews covers various topics including Marvel Comics, a podcast co-hosted by Ms. Marvel, an interview with John Cena, and a look back at Wolverine's moments from X-Men '97. The author, Ozzie, shares his personal gaming history and preferences, highlighting his experience in QA for THQ and Activision, particularly with the Guitar Hero series, and his enjoyment of platformers, puzzle games, shooters, RPGs, and games with strong narratives.
Our favourite stories of the week: GTA 6 finally shows its hand, a Cyberpunk C64 and Alien Breed returns
This week's gaming news highlights include the highly anticipated extended trailer for Grand Theft Auto 6, showcasing gameplay footage on PlayStation 5. Other notable stories include the return of Alien Breed with a 35th Anniversary Collection, Atari resurrecting classic Activision games as physical cartridges, and a unique Cyberpunk 2077-themed Commodore 64 computer. Additionally, The Witcher 3 is receiving a remaster and new expansion, while the first-person shooter Bodycam is praised for its innovative approach to core mechanics.
Activision releases body cam footage of Call of Duty cheat maker being served a cease and desist order: "We're…
Activision has released body camera footage showing the serving of a cease and desist order to a "Call of Duty" cheat maker as part of its ongoing efforts against cheating. The publisher has disrupted hundreds of cheat operations and served numerous legal demands, stating they are prepared to take cheat developers and sellers to court to protect fair play. This aggressive stance aims to disrupt the ecosystem that profits from cheating in their games.
Spyro: A Realm Beyond’s Flight Mechanics, Larger Levels Get New Details
Toys for Bob revealed new details about Spyro: A Realm Beyond, the first original Spyro game since 2008, set to release in 2027 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X|S. The game introduces full dragon flight mechanics, expanding upon the series' signature platforming and allowing for more verticality and exploration in larger, more intricate levels.
How Modern Warfare 4 is revamping Call of Duty multiplayer and preparing for Switch 2
Activision and Infinity Ward are preparing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 for its open beta, featuring significant multiplayer refinements like a rewritten mantle system and clearer map design. The game is also set to debut on the Nintendo Switch 2, with Digital Legends working to ensure it runs at 60fps docked and optimizes file size to around 87GB.
Atari Brings Back 39 Activision Classics on Genuine 2600 Cartridges
Atari has partnered with Activision to release 39 classic Activision games on new, genuine Atari 2600 cartridges. These titles, including Pitfall!, River Raid, and Kaboom!, will be available individually for $35 or in themed box sets starting in late November, with a complete collection priced at $1000. This initiative aims to preserve and offer physical copies of these retro games for compatible Atari hardware.
Modern Warfare 4 devs vow to fix Captain Price's hair after 'halfprice' jokes
Infinity Ward has acknowledged community feedback regarding Captain Price's unusual hairline in the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta, which appeared on lower graphical settings. The developer has vowed to address the issue in a future update, aiming to restore the character's appearance before the game's full release on October 23, 2026. The issue was noted by players across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
48 years later, Atari is finally reuniting with Activision to bring back cartridges, but I'm holding out for more…
Atari and Activision are collaborating on a new collection of classic games, bringing back physical cartridges for vintage consoles like the Atari 2600+ and Atari 7800. The collection includes titles such as Pitfall!, River Raid, and Kaboom!, with standard editions priced at $34.99 and deluxe collector's boxes costing significantly more. This partnership marks a reunion between the two companies after Activision's founding by former Atari programmers in 1979.
