Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
News, coverage and analysis tracking Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 across the outlets.
Latest coverage
Games Inbox: Is Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 set to be a flop?
This opinion piece discusses the potential failure of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, attributing it to a lack of direction and the series coasting on its name. It also touches on reader opinions regarding Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders, studio closures by major companies, and Nintendo's strategy with remakes.
The two best years in video game history were both in the 2010s - Reader's Feature
A reader argues that 2011 and 2013 were the best years in video game history, citing a high volume of quality releases and industry-shifting console launches. The article details numerous significant titles from both years, including The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, Skyrim, The Last of Us, and Grand Theft Auto 5, alongside the debut of the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Call Of Duty fans are more excited for Black Ops ports than Modern Warfare 4
Call of Duty fans are showing more excitement for upcoming ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 than for the new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. Social media engagement metrics indicate significantly higher likes and retweets for the Black Ops announcement compared to the Modern Warfare 4 reveal. This disparity suggests waning enthusiasm for new entries, potentially due to issues with recent titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.
PS5's Call of Duty: Black Ops Ports Get More Likes Than Modern Warfare 4
Upcoming PlayStation 5 ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 have garnered more social media engagement than the reveal of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The ports, which include original single-player, multiplayer, and co-op modes, are set to release in July and are aimed at fans on PlayStation consoles, indicating Activision's belief in the market for these classic titles.
After playing Modern Warfare 4 I'm pretty certain that Call of Duty multiplayer is firing on all cylinders once…
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is a polished first-person shooter that significantly improves upon previous entries by dropping support for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Developed by Infinity Ward, the game features enhanced movement, weapon handling, and visual detail, with a focus on balanced firefights and refined TTK. The multiplayer experience includes new features like the Apex Attachment system and a redesigned Gunsmith, alongside a campaign and a returning DMZ mode, aiming to revitalize the franchise.
Black Ops 1 And 2 Are Coming To PS4 And PS5
Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 are coming to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 this summer, marking their return to PlayStation consoles since the PlayStation 3 era. Developer Treyarch confirmed the ports, handled by Iron Galaxy, will be released in July without significant visual upgrades. The article also briefly mentions the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Is Up for Preorder, Here’s What Comes in Each Edition
Preorders are now available for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which is set to release on October 23. The article details the contents of each available edition for purchase.
Treyarch’s Mark Gordon Steps Down as Studio Head After 22 Years
Treyarch studio head Mark Gordon is retiring after 22 years, with Kevin Hendrickson and Yale Miller stepping up as new co-studio heads. The studio, known for its work on the Call of Duty franchise, is not developing this year's entry, which is Infinity Ward's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. This new title will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch on October 23rd, and will feature a new story, updated multiplayer movement, and the return of the DMZ mode.
Treyarch announces retirement of Studio Head Mark Gordon
Treyarch studio head Mark Gordon is retiring after 22 years, having overseen the development of the entire Black Ops series. Kevin Hendrickson and Yale Miller will succeed him as co-studio heads. Gordon's tenure included titles like Call of Duty 2: Big Red One and Call of Duty: World at War.
Halo tops PS5 pre-order charts despite Xbox exclusivity pivot
Despite Microsoft's pivot back to Xbox console exclusives, the upcoming Halo remake, Halo: Campaign Evolved, is topping pre-order charts on the PlayStation Store across Europe. This success on a competitor's platform could influence future exclusivity decisions for Xbox.
After three years, Call of Duty is bringing back campaign early access with Modern Warfare 4
Activision announced that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will offer campaign early access up to one week before its official October 23rd release date for players who digitally pre-order the game. This feature, previously seen in the 2019 Modern Warfare reboot and its sequels, aims to give the campaign more attention and increase completion rates. The game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and a Nintendo Switch 2 version is planned for later this year.
Campaign Early Access Now Included in Modern Warfare 4 PS5 Pre-Orders
Infinity Ward announced that pre-ordering Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will grant players early access to the single-player campaign starting October 16, 2026, one week before the game's full release. This incentive, previously used for Modern Warfare 2 and 3, applies to digital standard and Vault Edition pre-orders on PlayStation 5 and other platforms.
Halo PS5 Poised to Sell Extremely Well, Topping PS Store Charts Around the World
Halo: Campaign Evolved is showing strong pre-order performance on the PlayStation Store, topping charts in several European countries and climbing in the US. The game's success on PlayStation 5 could influence Microsoft's future porting decisions, especially given the current scrutiny on the Xbox division's performance.
[Let’s Talk] June 2026 Nintendo Direct reactions
The June 2026 Nintendo Direct showcased numerous games, including a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Xenoblade Chronicles ports for Switch 2, and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort. Third-party titles like Kingdom Hearts 4, Final Fantasy Resonance, and Alien Isolation 2 were also featured, alongside announcements from other events like Sony's State of Play. This influx of major titles has led to a sentiment that Nintendo is finally being taken seriously in the broader gaming landscape.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Will Have Campaign Advanced Access, Starts on October 16th
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will offer campaign early access starting October 16th for players who pre-order the Standard or Vault Editions. This feature, previously seen in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, applies to all platforms including Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The full game launches on October 23rd.
Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 will let you in a week early, but only for the campaign
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will offer campaign early access starting October 16, a week before the full game's October 23 launch. This feature, previously seen in Modern Warfare entries but absent in Black Ops 7 and BO6, allows players to experience the single-player story before multiplayer. The game is set on the Korean Peninsula and features returning characters like Price and Ghost.
Modern Warfare 4: Campaign Early Access
Players who digitally pre-order Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will receive early access to the game's campaign starting October 16, 2026. The full game launches on October 23, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. The campaign follows Private Park during a North Korean invasion and Captain Price's off-book operations.
Modern Warfare 4 brings back campaign mode early access after 2 year hiatus from CoD
Modern Warfare 4 will feature the return of campaign mode with early access, marking its first appearance in two years for the Call of Duty series. This announcement comes with the promise of players being able to access the campaign a full week ahead of the official release.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Brings Back Campaign Early Access, Here’s How To Get It
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will offer campaign early access for players who preorder or pre-purchase the standard digital or Vault editions. This early access begins on October 16, a week before the official October 23 release date, and will only include the campaign. The game features actor Young Mazino as Private Park.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Campaign Early Access Confirmed — Here's How It Works
Activision has confirmed that the campaign for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will be available for early access starting October 16. This early access period begins a full week before the game's official release date.