Modern Warfare 4 Beta Begins, New Trailer Showcases Gameplay
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is launching its multiplayer beta soon, offering early access for pre-orders and a public beta for all players. New trailers highlight revamped multiplayer features, dynamic maps like Kill Block, and a campaign mission. The game is also confirmed for a Nintendo Switch 2 release, with specific optimizations and controls. Modern Warfare 4 is set to officially release on October 23, 2026.
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When does the Modern Warfare 4 beta start and how to access it
The beta dates for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 have been announced, with an Early Access period starting August 21 for pre-order customers and an Open Beta beginning August 28 for all players on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Specific times are yet to be confirmed, but the beta will feature a selection of multiplayer maps and modes, including Search & Destroy and the new Kill Block experience.
Modern Warfare 4 open and closed beta dates announced, including for Switch 2, alongside the return of Call of Duty: Next
Activision has announced the beta dates for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with pre-order access from August 21-25 and an open beta from August 28 to September 1 across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The game will also be playable on the Switch 2 during the open beta, with pre-orders for that platform going live on August 26. The beta will feature 19 weapons and new modes like Kill Block.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Dates Confirmed
Activision and Infinity Ward have announced the confirmed dates for the upcoming beta tests for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The beta will be available across PC, Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox platforms.
Modern Warfare 4 beta dates set for August, and this year Game Pass subscribers get no special treatment
The multiplayer beta for Modern Warfare 4 will take place in August, with the first weekend (August 21-25) exclusively for pre-order customers on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox. A second, public beta weekend (August 28 to September 1) will be available on all platforms, including the Nintendo Switch 2. Notably, Game Pass subscribers will not receive early access to the beta this year.
Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta: Dates, Content, And How To Get In
Activision has announced the beta dates for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with early access starting August 21 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, followed by an open beta from August 28 to September 1. The beta will feature multiple maps, modes like Search & Destroy and Kill Block, and a selection of 19 weapons. The Nintendo Switch is also listed as a supported platform for the open beta.
Morning Multiplex
The official trailer for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, titled 'Welcome To Kill Block,' has been released. This marks the first official reveal for the upcoming title.
Morning Multiplex
The "Morning Multiplex" article highlights new trailers for several games, including the Official Vault Edition Trailer and Key Art Behind The Scenes for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. It also features the official trailer for Cemetery Simulator and a mention of The Cat in the Hat: Rainy Day.
Infinity Ward sneakily offers first look at Modern Warfare 4 multiplayer gameplay, and apparently it's all about movement now
Infinity Ward has provided a first look at Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's multiplayer gameplay, emphasizing a new focus on fluid movement mechanics. The developer showcased advanced traversal options, including sliding, climbing, and mantling, aiming to address player feedback from previous titles. The game is set to release on October 23rd for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Revealed for October 23
Activision and Infinity Ward have 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. The game features a campaign centered on a global conflict in the Korean Peninsula, with Captain Price returning in a separate storyline. Multiplayer will introduce the Ballistic Authority system and 12 Core maps, while the DMZ extraction mode also returns.
Announcing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is set to release on October 23, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. Developed by Infinity Ward and published by Activision, the game will feature a campaign set on the Korean Peninsula, extensive multiplayer modes with new movement and gunplay mechanics, and the extraction-based DMZ mode. The title will also integrate with Call of Duty: Warzone, with older console versions of Warzone being phased out.
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 — 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 – 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.
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: Modern Warfare 4 Launches on October 23rd for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC, and Switch 2
Activision and Infinity Ward have officially announced Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, set to launch on October 23rd for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. The game's campaign will focus on a conflict in Korea, featuring Captain Price and introducing the extraction mode DMZ. A full reveal is scheduled for June 7th.
