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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 DMZ devs have been "paying attention" to other extraction shooters like Arc Raiders, but think they've got them beat on "weapon feel"
Infinity Ward is closely monitoring the extraction shooter genre, including titles like Arc Raiders and Marathon, for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's DMZ mode. Multiplayer creative director Joe Cecot believes their game will excel with superior weapon feel and movement. The updated DMZ mode will feature persistent inventory, base upgrades, and a rich sandbox environment with mini-events.
DMZ – New Intel on Call of Duty’s Extraction Shooter Experience
Activision and Infinity Ward revealed new details about DMZ, the extraction shooter mode for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, launching October 23, 2026. The mode has been significantly updated from its beta with persistent inventory, a Forward Operating Base, and new mechanics like 3D printing and a Boss Board. Developers Joe Cecot and Jacky Reynolds discussed how DMZ aims to provide depth for dedicated fans while remaining accessible to new players, with features like the tourniquet and stealth meter supporting solo play.
A conversation with Infinity Ward about Call of Duty
Infinity Ward developers Joe Cecot and Jacky Reynolds discuss Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, emphasizing the studio's focus on quality gameplay feel and differentiating its titles from other Call of Duty studios like Treyarch and Sledgehammer. They touch on design philosophies, the evolution of weapon customization with apex attachments, and the ongoing efforts to improve technical aspects like the 'update requires restart' issue.
Modern Warfare 4 developer breaks down the most advanced weapon simulation in Call of Duty history — 'We want them to feel like real weapons, but they shouldn't feel frustrating'
Infinity Ward studio multiplayer creative director Joe Cecot discussed the weapon simulation in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, aiming for powerful but not frustrating gunplay. The team learned from feedback on Modern Warfare 2's visual recoil and has overhauled movement and hip-fire mechanics for a more responsive experience. The game is set to release on October 23, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2.
4 years later, Infinity Ward reflects on Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2's controversial changes: 'It came at…
Infinity Ward developers reflect on the controversial gameplay changes introduced in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, such as stifled movement and minimap changes. They acknowledge that while intended to make the game more tactical, these changes came at the cost of player fun and fluidity. Learnings from Modern Warfare 2 and 3 have informed the development of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, focusing on rebuilding mechanics for improved momentum and player control.
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 announcement confirms October release, Nintendo Switch 2 port, and that new Call of Duty is skipping…
Activision has officially announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, developed by Infinity Ward, set to release on October 23, 2026. The game will skip PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, launching exclusively on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and the Nintendo Switch 2. It will feature a full campaign, multiplayer with new maps and modes like Kill Block, and an expanded DMZ extraction mode.