Pre-orderers get MW4 Campaign and DMZ early access ahead of Oct 23 launch
Activision confirmed that pre-orderers of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will access the single-player campaign on October 16 and the DMZ extraction mode on October 20, three days before the full release on October 23. The early access applies to all digital editions across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC. DMZ features a persistent Forward Operating Base, a 70-level progression track, and a new map called Hajin. NVIDIA confirmed the game supports DLSS 4.5 technologies, including Dynamic Multi Frame Generation for RTX 50 Series cards.
Key points
- Campaign early access begins October 16 for pre-orderers.
- DMZ early access begins October 20 for pre-orderers.
- Full launch, including multiplayer, is October 23.
- DMZ includes a persistent FOB, 70-level progression, and the Hajin map.
- NVIDIA confirmed DLSS 4.5 support for the campaign and DMZ.
Background
MW4 was previously confirmed for an October 23 release across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC. Earlier coverage noted that Infinity Ward expanded DMZ with a persistent base and new progression systems. Beta testing in September showed mixed attendance on Steam, with the second weekend failing to beat the first despite Warzone integration. Switch 2 performance was noted to sacrifice visuals to maintain 60 FPS in multiplayer.
How outlets are covering it
GameSpot and the official Call of Duty site agree on the early access dates and platforms, emphasizing the DMZ mode's new features like the FOB and progression. NVIDIA focuses on the technical aspects, highlighting DLSS 4.5 support for the campaign and DMZ, including Dynamic Multi Frame Generation for RTX 50 Series cards. The official site provides detailed mechanics for the FOB, including operator management and trait trees, while GameSpot notes that the new DMZ version is a significant improvement over the 2022 iteration.
Why it matters
Early access allows pre-orderers to experience the campaign and DMZ mode before the full release, which includes multiplayer. The new DMZ mode features significant improvements over previous iterations, including a persistent base and deeper progression systems. NVIDIA's DLSS 4.5 support ensures high performance and image quality for PC players, particularly those with RTX 50 Series cards.
What to watch
The full release of MW4, including multiplayer, is scheduled for October 23. Pre-orderers can access the campaign on October 16 and DMZ on October 20. NVIDIA will continue to support DLSS 4.5 technologies for the game, ensuring high performance for PC players.
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