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The Modern Warfare 4 beta managed something Black Ops 7 couldn't on Steam
The beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 achieved a peak of 115,145 concurrent players on Steam, surpassing the full release player count of Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. While Steam figures don't represent the entire player base across all platforms, this indicates strong interest in the new Modern Warfare title.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Nintendo Switch 2 trailer
A new trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has been released specifically for the Nintendo Switch 2, coinciding with the game's beta on the platform. The trailer showcases features like Joy-Con 2 mouse controls and gyro support, alongside the game's narrative premise of a war on the Korean Peninsula and Captain Price's personal mission.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's Beta Will Be Playable on Switch 2 for Free This Weekend
The beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will be available for free on the Nintendo Switch 2 this weekend. This announcement indicates a potential expansion of the game's reach to new platforms.
Nearly 500k players showed up for the Wardogs beta: 'The reaction from the FPS community has been insane'
The milsim FPS Wardogs saw over 500,000 unique players participate in its recent closed beta, with a peak of over 100,000 concurrent players on Steam. Game director Howard Philpott expressed excitement about the strong reaction from the FPS community. The game, which features realistic ballistics and large maps, is set to enter early access on September 10.
2 Steam top sellers, 2 simultaneous betas, 2 very different shooters: It's Wardogs & Modern Warfare weekend
This weekend features betas for two highly anticipated military first-person shooters: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and the new 100-player milsim Wardogs. Both titles are currently top sellers on Steam, with Wardogs showing surprising popularity against the established Call of Duty franchise. Beta access details and developer notes on server issues for Wardogs are provided.
The Big Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Interview — Infinity Ward on the Beta, Matchmaking, and Much More
Infinity Ward discusses Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 in an interview, covering topics such as the game's beta and matchmaking system. The interview takes place ahead of the beta's release.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Trailer Reveals Multiplayer Gameplay Before PlayStation Early Access Beta Begins
A new trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 showcases multiplayer gameplay ahead of the PlayStation early access beta. Developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision, the game will feature 12 core multiplayer maps, an adaptive map called Kill Block, and a playable campaign mission in the beta. The full game launches on October 23, 2026, for multiple platforms including PlayStation 5.
CoD: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Preload And PC Spec Requirements
Activision has released details for the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta, including preload information and PC specifications. The beta will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with specific dates for early access and open beta periods. PC players will need to meet minimum or recommended specifications, including TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, to participate.
COD: Modern Warfare 4 – Official Multiplayer Trailer
Activision has released the official multiplayer trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, showcasing new 6v6 maps, Kill Block, and Ground War modes. Pre-orders grant early access to the MW4 Beta, which is scheduled to coincide with the Battlefield 6 free trial.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’s Cast is Already a Massive Leap Over Black Ops 7 in New Trailer
A new trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 introduces its cast of characters and hints at an improved campaign experience compared to previous titles. The game will feature a beta starting August 21st for pre-orders, with an open beta on August 28th. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is set to launch on October 23rd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, offering early campaign access for pre-order customers.
Battlefield 6 is free at same time as Modern Warfare 4 beta as EA trolls rival
EA is offering a free week-long trial for Battlefield 6 that coincides with the beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, a move seen as a deliberate attempt to undercut Activision. The trial includes new maps and modes, and features a Top Gun crossover with character skins. While Modern Warfare 4's first beta is pre-order exclusive, Battlefield 6's free access aims to attract new players amidst ongoing pressure for both titles to succeed.
Battlefield 6 is hosting a free trial, just in time for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's beta
Battlefield 6 is offering a free trial coinciding with the beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The trial includes Season 4's new maps and the Carrier Strike game mode, featuring a Top Gun collaboration. This timing follows a history of counter-programming between the two franchises, with Battlefield 6's trial running until August 25th, overlapping with Modern Warfare 4's beta.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta start and end dates
Activision and Infinity Ward have announced the dates for the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta. An early access period for pre-order customers will run from August 21 to August 25 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. An open beta for all players will follow from August 28 to September 1, also including Nintendo Switch.
For the first time ever in a Call of Duty beta, the Modern Warfare 4 beta includes a campaign mission
The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta will include a full campaign mission for the first time, alongside multiple multiplayer maps and modes. The beta will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and for the first time, Nintendo Switch 2. It will also feature a look at the upcoming Warzone map, Zodiac.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Will Do Something No Previous CoD Beta Has
Activision has announced that the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta will feature campaign and battle royale content in addition to multiplayer. The beta will be available in early access from August 21-25 for pre-orders and open to all from August 28-September 1. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is set to release on October 23 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Switch 2, notably skipping PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Gears of War: E-Day's Steam player count has once again blown past the series all-time peak thanks to the…
The open beta for Gears of War: E-Day has achieved a new series record on Steam, with over 22,000 concurrent players. This surpasses previous records set by titles like Gears 5 and Gears Tactics. The beta, available on PC and Xbox Series X|S, includes a tutorial, PvP Versus mode, and the PvE Horde Siege mode.
Gears of War: E-Day Beta Crosses 20,000 Concurrent Players on Steam
The multiplayer beta for Gears of War: E-Day has achieved over 22,000 concurrent players on Steam, significantly surpassing previous entries in the franchise. Analyst Rhys Elliot estimates 1.2 million Xbox players participated, with a strong majority having played Gears 5. Pre-order figures on Steam have also doubled following the beta's success.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4’s Beta Includes Campaign Mission in Series First
Activision is offering a campaign mission in the beta for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, a first for the series, to win back fans. The beta will also include multiple multiplayer maps and modes. The game launches on October 23rd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, with campaign early access starting October 16th.
Cozy mini-MMO Palia celebrates its third birthday with free plushies
Palia, a mini-MMO developed by Singularity 6, is celebrating its third anniversary with in-game rewards for players. Despite not officially leaving beta, the game is offering a free "Happy Palia Third Anniversary Plush" to all players who log in before the end of Patch 0.206. The game has seen significant success, with its Royal Highlands expansion and recent Beauty and the Beach update contributing to its popularity.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Showcases Fan Reaction to Kill Block Mode’s Alpha Build
Infinity Ward and Activision released a video showcasing player reactions to an alpha build of the new 'Kill Block' mode in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The video highlights player experiences at Fanatics Fest, where the mode was unveiled and bugs were reported. Developers expressed excitement about the player response to Kill Block, which offers over 500 map configurations and various objectives.