Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
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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.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 was running on Nintendo Switch 2 “really quickly”, currently supports cross-play
Infinity Ward's co-studio head Jack O’Hara revealed that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 ran "really quickly" on the Nintendo Switch 2 during development. The game currently supports cross-play with PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X. The title is being developed by Infinity Ward and Digital Legends, with Activision Blizzard having acquired the latter in 2021.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 – Official Release Date Reveal Trailer
Infinity Ward has revealed the release date for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, set for October 23, 2026. The game will feature a campaign set during a North Korean invasion of South Korea, with players experiencing trench warfare, urban assaults, and more. Multiplayer will focus on grounded combat and player choice, while the DMZ mode offers off-the-books operations behind enemy lines.
Captain Price returns in Modern Warfare 4 for a Call of Duty campaign that 'feels both blockbuster in scale and…
Infinity Ward announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, set to launch on October 23 for current-gen consoles including the Nintendo Switch 2. The game will feature a campaign with dark, gritty storytelling set on the Korean Peninsula, and will see the return of Captain John Price leading a rogue alliance. Multiplayer and DMZ modes with new maps will also be available at launch.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 announced
Activision and Infinity Ward have announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, set to release on October 23rd for PC, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PlayStation 5. The game features a campaign set on the Korean Peninsula and in other global locations, a multiplayer mode with refined gunplay and movement, and the extraction-based DMZ mode.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 – First Details on the Next Epic Call of Duty Campaign
Infinity Ward has revealed new details for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, set to launch on October 23, 2026. The campaign will feature Captain Price in a major world conflict along the North and South Korea border, with Associate Design Director Alex Norris and Narrative Director Jeff Negus discussing the narrative, new characters, and cinematic mission design. The game will be available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 announced for Switch 2, first series game on a Nintendo platform since Wii U
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has been officially announced for the Nintendo Switch 2, marking the franchise's return to a Nintendo platform since Call of Duty: Ghosts on the Wii U in 2013. Developed by Infinity Ward, the game is set to launch on October 23, 2026, and will feature campaign, multiplayer, and DMZ modes with a story focused on conflict in Korea and Captain Price's personal mission.
I played Modern Warfare 4’s multiplayer for a few hours, and I don’t know how to feel just yet
The author had an early hands-on experience with the multiplayer component of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. While noting some welcome changes, the overall impression remains uncertain after a few hours of gameplay.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 finally revealed, and it's officially leaving last-generation consoles behind
Activision and Infinity Ward have officially revealed Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, set to launch on October 23, 2026, for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, notably skipping last-generation consoles. The game will feature a campaign with multiple narrative threads, a revamped multiplayer with new movement and attachment systems, and a fully developed DMZ extraction mode. This release marks a significant shift for the series by moving away from older hardware and introducing new gameplay mechanics.
Modern Warfare 4 multiplayer ditches CoD’s omnimovement for a more ‘realistic’ feel, but it’s smoother than before
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's multiplayer will move away from the series' signature omnimovement system, opting for a more 'realistic' feel. Despite the shift towards realism, the developers have ensured the movement remains fluid and responsive for players.
Modern Warfare 4 is sending us to North Korea, but its new bullet tech is perhaps its best bit
Infinity Ward has announced that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will be released on October 23, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, with a Nintendo Switch version also planned. The game will feature a campaign set in the Korean Peninsula and introduces new weapon mechanics, including a revamped bullet bloom system called Ballistic Authority, aimed at improving player feel in multiplayer.
Modern Warfare 4’s campaign features a disturbingly possible Korean-themed conflict—and emo Captain Price
The campaign for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is rumored to feature a plausible Korean-themed conflict. The article also touches on the character of Captain Price, suggesting a potential shift in his portrayal.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Release Date Is A Month Before GTA 6, Won’t Be On Game Pass
Activision has announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will be released on October 23, a month before Grand Theft Auto 6. The game will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2. Modern Warfare 4 will not be included in Xbox Game Pass at launch as part of Microsoft's new strategy.
Call Of Duty Is Finally Returning To One Hugely Popular Platform
Activision's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 23, marking the franchise's return to Nintendo platforms after over a decade. This release fulfills a 10-year agreement made by Microsoft to bring Call of Duty games to Nintendo consoles with full content parity. The game will also be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, but not on last-gen consoles.
Call of Duty’s long-awaited Nintendo return comes with Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2 this year
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is set to release on the Nintendo Switch 2 later this year, marking the franchise's return to Nintendo platforms. This move will allow players to experience the popular first-person shooter on the go or on their television.
The next Call of Duty is Modern Warfare 4, Infinity Ward's first game in 4 years
Activision has announced that this year's Call of Duty title is Modern Warfare 4, developed by Infinity Ward and set to release on October 23. The game will feature a campaign focused on North and South Korea, a return to Infinity Ward's signature multiplayer style, and a sequel to the DMZ extraction mode. This marks Infinity Ward's first lead development role in four years.
I played Modern Warfare 4 at Infinity Ward, let's talk about it
Infinity Ward's upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, set in South Korea, aims to revitalize the series with a focus on exceptional gunplay, innovative 'apex attachments' that alter weapon identity, and fluid movement. While the campaign and DMZ mode are returning, the preview highlights the multiplayer's refined mechanics and a dynamic 10v10 Gunfight mode with changing maps, suggesting it will be the best-playing Call of Duty in years despite some familiar map design.
