Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Announced For October Release, Coming To Switch 2
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is set to release on October 23 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and the upcoming Switch 2. Developed by Infinity Ward, the game will feature intense combat scenarios set in Korea, with Captain Price playing a significant role. Notably, it will not be available on Game Pass on day one, and the DMZ mode will debut on June 7.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is official, and it's coming to Switch 2
Activision has officially announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, confirming its release for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. This marks a significant expansion for the franchise, bringing a major title to Nintendo's next-generation handheld.
Warzone to Be Delisted, Taken Offline on PS4 as Modern Warfare 4 Goes Current-Gen Only
Activision will be taking the PlayStation 4 version of Call of Duty: Warzone offline on June 25, 2026, with the game being delisted from the PlayStation Store on June 4, 2026. This decision is to allow full support for the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which will be current-gen consoles only. Purchases made on PS4 will transfer to a PlayStation 5 if players upgrade their accounts.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, not to be confused with Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, sees North Korea invade South Korea
Infinity Ward has revealed Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which features a linear campaign where players experience North Korea's invasion of South Korea from both sides of the conflict, as well as following Captain Price. The game will also include its standard multiplayer and the DMZ extraction shooter mode. Previews suggest the campaign will incorporate large-scale battles with infantry, armor, and air support, though the article questions the novelty of these elements for the series.
Call Of Duty’s Prestige System Is Getting A Big Change In Modern Warfare 4
Activision has revealed that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will feature a new choice for multiplayer progression: players can opt for a classic prestige system that resets create-a-class progress for rewards, or a regular path that allows progression without losing content. The game launches on October 23 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, and will include campaign, multiplayer, and DMZ modes. Modern Warfare 4 will also have an open-beta early access period prior to release.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Fixes One Of Black Ops 7’s Biggest Problems
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will feature a single-player campaign that can be played offline, addressing a major complaint from Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. This change is particularly beneficial for players using mobile gaming PCs like the Steam Deck or the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The game launches on October 23 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2, with Infinity Ward developing.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 | Reveal Trailer
The reveal trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has been released. Further details about the game are expected to be announced soon.
Watch the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Reveal Trailer
The reveal trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has been released. The trailer was featured on XBOX Wire.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Announced
Activision and Infinity Ward have officially announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The next installment in the military shooter series is set to launch on October 23rd.
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Activision is developing a controversial North vs South Korea campaign for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The company views its games as entertainment products, suggesting a willingness to explore sensitive geopolitical themes.
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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is reportedly coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 day-and-date, breaking a long-standing trend of the franchise skipping Nintendo consoles. Separately, Call of Duty: Warzone is shutting down on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Call of Duty: Warzone to Shut Down on PS4 and Xbox One as Modern Warfare 4 Leaves Last-Gen Consoles Behind
Activision has announced that Call of Duty: Warzone will cease operations on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. This decision coincides with the upcoming release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which will not support last-generation consoles.
Call of Duty: Warzone loses PS4 and Xbox One support this year
Activision is ending support for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of Call of Duty: Warzone starting June 4th, with the in-game store being removed on June 25th. This change aligns with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 also not releasing on last-generation consoles. Warzone will remain playable until the launch of its new year of content following Modern Warfare 4's release on October 23rd.
Call Of Duty: Warzone Is Dying On PS4 And Xbox One
Activision has announced that Call of Duty: Warzone will cease to be playable on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One starting with Modern Warfare 4 Season 1. The game will be delisted for new downloads on June 4, with the in-game store removed on June 25, though existing players can continue to play. Content from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will begin appearing in Warzone when it launches on October 23 for current-generation platforms.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta Confirmed, And You Can Get In Early
Activision has confirmed an open beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which is set to release in October. Players can gain early access to the beta by preordering the game. The full release on October 23 will feature new multiplayer modes and a campaign set during the Korean War.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 supports Joy-Con 2 mouse controls and cross-progression Nintendo Switch 2
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will feature mouse controls using Joy-Con 2 and cross-progression on the Nintendo Switch 2. Infinity Ward is also aiming for cross-play support on the platform, marking the series' return to Nintendo consoles after a thirteen-year absence. The game is set to release on October 23, 2026.
Modern Warfare 4 director on return of 'Mil-Sim' operators and upcoming Call of Duty's 'gritty' tone — 'We want those characters to feel set in our world'
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 aims for a more grounded and gritty tone, featuring realistic 'Mil-Sim' operators and character designs. Developer Infinity Ward emphasizes making characters feel authentic to the game's world. The title is set to launch on October 23, 2026, exclusively for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Modern Warfare 4 is coming to the Switch 2, but not PS4 or Xbox One
Activision has announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which will launch on October 23rd for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and the Nintendo Switch 2. This marks the first Call of Duty title on a Nintendo console since Call of Duty: Ghosts on the Wii U. The game will skip the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, and the free-to-play Call of Duty: Warzone will also be removed from those older platforms.
Call of Duty’s extraction mode DMZ returns in Modern Warfare 4, expanding upon MW2’s beta version
The extraction mode DMZ will return in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, building upon the beta version introduced in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2. The announcement suggests an expansion of the popular extraction gameplay loop.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 — Campaign, Multiplayer, and DMZ launches October 23
Infinity Ward has announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, set to launch on October 23 for PlayStation 5. The game will feature a single-player Campaign, Multiplayer with 12 core 6v6 maps and large-scale Big War maps, and the return of the DMZ extraction mode. The new title introduces "Ballistic Authority" technology for enhanced gunplay and fluid movement.
