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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta Starts August 28

Lena Fischer 2 min read

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 open beta runs August 28 to September 1 across PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC. Early access starts August 21 for pre- orders.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta Starts August 28
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Activision and Infinity Ward have set the dates for the upcoming beta tests for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. Players can jump into the action as early as August 21 if they pre-ordered the title. This early access window gives dedicated fans a head start before the broader community gains entry. The schedule matters because it defines when players can test the game's performance and features across multiple platforms.

Activision schedules open beta for all players on Switch 2 and PC

The Early Access beta runs from August 21 to 25 for users who pre-ordered the game. This phase is available on , Xbox Series, and PC. It allows pre-order customers to experience the multiplayer components before the general public. The open beta follows immediately after, running from August 28 to September 1. This second phase opens to all players across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC. The inclusion of Switch 2 in the open beta highlights the game's broad platform support.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is scheduled for release on October 23. The game will launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and PC. Players can purchase the game now on all platforms except Switch 2. Pre-orders for the Switch 2 version will open on August 26. The game will be available through , Microsoft Store, and Battle.net. The October 23 launch date fits the standard autumn release pattern for major Call of Duty games.

We touched on Activision Addresses Cheating in Call of Duty in our earlier Activision coverage. The Call of Duty: NEXT event on August 21 will feature gameplay reveals and further details. This event precedes the Early Access beta and provides context for the upcoming game. The beta dates offer a clear timeline for players to test the game before its full launch. The open beta provides a wider testing window for all players on supported platforms.

Source: Gematsu

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