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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Wiki
Der definitive Pre-Launch-Guide zu Kampagne, Multiplayer und DMZ — basierend auf offiziellen Quellen bis Juni 2026.
Release
Oct 23, 2026
Entwickler
Infinity Ward
Modi
Campaign · MP · DMZ
Plattformen
PS5 · Xbox · PC · Switch 2
Überblick
Drei Kernmodi zum Launch. Warzone-Integration in Season 01.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is Infinity Ward's next chapter in the rebooted Modern Warfare series, launching worldwide on October 23, 2026. The game delivers a cinematic Campaign, grounded Multiplayer, and a fully realized DMZ extraction mode — all on current-gen platforms only.
War erupts on the Korean Peninsula as North Korea launches a full-scale invasion. A young South Korean squad fights on collapsing front lines while Captain Price wages a personal war from the shadows. As Price's off-book mission collides with invasion forces, the conflict spreads beyond anyone's control.
Modern Warfare 4 pushes the series into darker territory where consequence and escalation bring long-running storylines to an emotional breaking point. Multiplayer emphasizes precision gunplay and fluid movement without the omnimovement of recent Black Ops titles.
Standard Edition
$69.99 USD
Vault Edition
$99.99 USD
Launch Maps (6v6)
12 Core Maps
Launch Weapons
24 Primary · 8 Secondary
Launch Platforms
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC (Play Anywhere)
- PC via Battle.net, Steam, and Xbox on PC
- Nintendo Switch 2 (native, preorders later in 2026)
What Makes MW4 Different
- Ballistic Authority — no weapon bloom, shots land where you aim
- Grounded movement with smoother mantling, sliding, and ledge hanging
- Traditional Create-a-Class with pick-3 Perks and Gunny AI loadout assistant
- Kill Block — dynamic map with 500+ modular configurations
- DMZ returns as a standalone third mode with dynamic weather and objectives
Editionen & Vorbestellung
Jede Edition enthält Open Beta Early Access. Digitale Vorbestellungen schalten den Hunter Killer Operator Skin sofort frei.
Modern Warfare 4 offers two digital editions at launch: Standard and Vault. Physical Standard Editions are available on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 through select retailers. The Vault Edition is digital-only and cannot be upgraded from a physical copy.
Eligible players who own and have played a qualifying Call of Duty title (2019 or later) on the same platform account receive a 10% Loyalty Discount on the Vault Edition pre-order through October 23, 2026.
| Feature | Standard | Vault |
|---|---|---|
| Full base game | Yes | Yes |
| Open Beta Early Access | Yes | Yes |
| Hunter Killer Operator Skin | Digital only | Yes |
| Hostile Alliance Operator Pack (Price, Valeria, Ghost, Blix) | No | Yes |
| Special Forces Operator Pack (UK, DE, FR, KR voices) | No | Yes |
| Signature Weapon Collection (5 blueprints) | No | Yes |
| One Season of BlackCell Battle Pass | No | Yes |
| DMZ Deployment Bonus | No | Yes |
| Vault Edition Upgrade available | Yes ($30) | N/A |
Open Beta Early Access Steps
- Pre-order or pre-purchase any edition on a supported platform
- Digital editions: automatically registered — no code required
- Physical editions: redeem Beta code from retailer at callofduty.com/redeem
- Minimum Beta duration is 2 days; timing subject to change
Qualifying Titles for 10% Vault Loyalty Discount
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019)
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered
- Black Ops Cold War, Vanguard, Modern Warfare II, Modern Warfare III
- Black Ops 6 and Black Ops 7
- Must pre-order on the same platform account where you played a qualifying title
Kampagnen-Guide
Spiele als Private Park — ein südkoreanischer Soldat im ersten Gefecht.
The Modern Warfare 4 Campaign drops players into a darker, more dangerous world. Following the events of Modern Warfare III, Captain Price is now an outlaw hunted by those he once trusted, leading to a direct conflict with Ghost.
You experience the war through Private Park and his squad on the Korean front lines, while Price's shadow operations unfold across the globe. When these storylines collide, the invasion escalates beyond conventional warfare.
Confirmed Campaign Locations
- Korean Peninsula — trench warfare on the collapsing front
- New York — close-quarters urban combat
- Paris — high-speed vehicle chases
- Mumbai — SAS night raids
- Occupied territories — city-wide assaults to reclaim ground
Campaign Tips (Pre-Launch)
- Expect slower, tactical pacing compared to Multiplayer — lean into cover and positioning
- Story threads from MW (2019) through MWIII converge; recap key events if returning after a break
- Difficulty settings and accessibility options expected at launch — check settings before your first mission
- Campaign is fully offline-capable unlike Multiplayer and DMZ
Multiplayer-Guide
Ballistic Authority: kein Bloom, kein Rätselraten. Jeder Schuss zählt.
Multiplayer launches day one with grounded, precise combat. Infinity Ward rebuilt recoil, convergence, and weapon handling so your input directly reflects on screen. Depth of field and VFX were refined to improve enemy visibility during firefights.
At launch, 12 core 6v6 maps span visually distinct global locations, each with custom infil animations. Dedicated Gunfight maps, multiple Big War maps for large-scale vehicle combat, and the new Kill Block mode round out the launch offering.
Core 6v6 Maps
12
Primary Weapons
24
Secondary Weapons
8
Kill Block Configs
500+
Kill Block — Dynamic Training Facility
- Set inside the Westbridge Training Facility
- Map reconfigures between rounds using modular sections
- Supports 3v3 and 10v10 Gunfight at launch; more modes planned
- New sections and configurations added during live seasons
Map Categories at Launch
- 12 Core Maps — standard 6v6 playlists
- Gunfight Maps — fast-paced small-team combat
- Big War Maps — large-scale infantry and vehicle warfare based on Campaign locations
- Kill Block — round-based adaptive layout
Gunplay Fundamentals
- Weapon bloom removed — hip-fire hits where you aim
- Ballistic Authority unifies ADS, camera, FOV, and target alignment
- Recoil patterns rebuilt for predictable, skill-based control
- Gunsmith attachment tiers based on available slots per weapon
Bewegung & Gunplay
Flüssiger als MWII, bodenständiger als Black Ops Omnimovement.
After Modern Warfare II feedback about clunky mantling and restricted movement, Infinity Ward rebuilt core movement systems from the ground up. MW4 does not include Black Ops 6/7 omnimovement (wall jumps, omnidirectional dives). Instead, it focuses on fluid, realistic traversal.
Tactical Sprint returns, but animations were weighted and smoothed so movement feels like an extension of your control — not a mechanic that fights you.
New & Improved Movement Techniques
- Mantle while sliding — maintain momentum through vertical obstacles
- Supine Slide — slide on your back and finish in prone position
- Improved ledge hanging, climbing, and jumping
- Slide cancel returns with quicker, smoother slide animations
- Slide-to-mantle chains for uninterrupted route flow
Transitioning from Other CoD Titles
- From MWII: expect noticeably smoother mantling and less input delay on climbs
- From Black Ops 6/7: remove omnimovement habits — no wall jumps or omni-slides
- Focus on positioning and gunfight timing over raw movement tech
- Use Private Matches and Beta to drill slide-mantle routes before launch
Loadouts & Progression
Traditionelle Pick-3-Perks. Gunny AI baut schnell Meta-Loadouts.
Create-a-Class returns to a familiar layout after MWII's complexity frustrated players with limited post-match editing time. Each loadout lets you customize Operator, weapons, equipment, and killstreaks independently.
Gunny is an AI-assisted loadout builder that helps you assemble effective, meta-compatible builds quickly — ideal when you want to play the game, not the UI.
Create-a-Class Structure
- Primary and Secondary weapon slots
- Tactical and Lethal equipment
- Pick 3 Perks per loadout (simplified from MWII)
- Killstreaks configurable per class
- Operator appearance customization
Gunsmith & Progression
- Attachment unlock tiers tied to weapon level
- Blueprint and camo progression through seasons
- Vault Edition Signature Weapon Collection available at launch
- BlackCell Battle Pass content starting Season 01
Using Gunny Effectively
- Open Gunny after a frustrating match to rebuild around your playstyle
- Specify preferred engagement range (CQB, mid, long) for tailored suggestions
- Use Gunny as a starting point, then fine-tune attachments in Gunsmith
- Experiment in Private Matches before taking new builds into ranked
DMZ-Extraktions-Guide
Solo oder Squad. Jede Extraktion ist eine neue Geschichte.
DMZ returns as Modern Warfare 4's third core mode — a high-stakes extraction experience separate from traditional Multiplayer. You operate as an off-the-books asset recovering advanced military technology from a volatile exclusion zone.
Conditions shift constantly: dynamic weather, roaming hostile AI, military objectives, and player-driven encounters shape each deployment. Loot, fight, negotiate, betray rivals, and extract before the zone overwhelms you.
Full DMZ gameplay details are scheduled for reveal on June 7, 2026. Vault Edition owners receive additional content via the DMZ Deployment Bonus.
Core DMZ Loop
- Deploy solo or with a squad into the exclusion zone
- Complete contracts and secure high-value loot
- Manage risk vs reward as you push deeper
- Extract successfully to keep gear and progress
- Death means losing non-insured equipment
Dynamic Elements
- Changing weather affecting visibility and tactics
- Shifting military objectives across the map
- Hostile AI forces patrolling points of interest
- Player encounters — cooperate, negotiate, or engage
- Escalating difficulty the deeper you push
Plattformen & Anforderungen
Multiplayer und DMZ benötigen permanente Internetverbindung wegen Texture Streaming.
Modern Warfare 4 is built exclusively for current-gen platforms. Last-gen PlayStation 4 and Xbox One are not supported. PC players need TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled.
Split-screen multiplayer is available on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. Console players need PlayStation Plus, Game Pass Essential, or Nintendo Switch Online for online modes.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Internet for MP/DMZ | Required — texture streaming across all modes including Private Matches |
| Campaign offline | Playable without persistent connection |
| PC security | TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot required |
| Split-screen | Xbox Series X|S and PS5 only |
| Phone verification | Mobile number linked to Activision account may be required |
| Banned accounts | Permanently banned Activision IDs from MW2019+ may be ineligible |
PC Features
- DLSS 4.5 and multiple upscaling options
- Frame generation support
- Expanded graphics settings for competitive play
- Available on Battle.net, Steam, and Xbox on PC
Nintendo Switch 2
- Native development by Infinity Ward and Digital Legends
- Preorders coming later in 2026
- Full Campaign, Multiplayer, and DMZ at launch
Roadmap & Zeitplan
Open Beta vor Launch. Warzone-Integration in Season 01.
Modern Warfare 4's live service roadmap begins with a pre-launch Open Beta for all pre-order holders, followed by global launch on October 23, 2026. Call of Duty: Warzone integration arrives in Season 01 after launch.
Kill Block, seasonal Battle Pass content, and additional maps and weapons will expand throughout live seasons. Infinity Ward's From the Ward series continues to reveal systems in depth leading up to launch.
Key Dates (Official)
- May 28, 2026 — Pre-orders live on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S
- June 7, 2026 — Full DMZ gameplay reveal
- Pre-launch — Open Beta with Early Access for pre-orders
- October 23, 2026 — Global launch
- Season 01 — Warzone integration and BlackCell Battle Pass
Post-Launch Content Expectations
- Seasonal maps and weapons added to Multiplayer playlists
- Kill Block new modular sections each season
- DMZ contracts, zones, and events expanded over time
- Warzone content cross-over with MW4 operators and weapons
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Wann erscheint Modern Warfare 4?
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 erscheint weltweit am Freitag, 23. Oktober 2026 auf PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Battle.net, Steam, Xbox PC) und Nintendo Switch 2.
Brauche ich Internet?
Multiplayer (einschließlich Private Matches) und DMZ benötigen eine permanente Internetverbindung wegen Texture Streaming. Die Kampagne ist offline spielbar.
Gibt es Omnimovement?
Nein. MW4 enthält kein Black Ops 6/7 Omnimovement. Die Bewegung ist realistisch mit verbessertem Mantling, Sliding und Supine Slide.
Was ist Ballistic Authority?
Ballistic Authority ist MW4s einheitlicher Gunplay-Stack. Er entfernt Waffen-Bloom und richtet ADS, Kamera, FOV und Ziel-Feedback aus.
Wie erhalte ich Beta Early Access?
Bestellen Sie eine beliebige Edition vor. Digitale Editionen registrieren automatisch. Physische Editionen enthalten einen Beta-Code für callofduty.com/redeem.
Kann ich Physical Standard auf Vault upgraden?
Nein. Vault-Upgrades nur für digitale Standard Edition. Physische Kopien können nicht upgegradet werden.
Hat MW4 Split-Screen?
Ja. Split-Screen auf Xbox Series X|S und PS5.
Wann integriert sich Warzone?
Warzone-Integration mit MW4-Inhalten kommt in Season 01 nach dem Launch am 23. Oktober.