Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Adds DMZ Early Access for Pre-Order Players
Written with artificial intelligence.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will offer early access to its DMZ mode for players who pre-order the game. The campaign will be accessible starting October 16, with DMZ following on October 20, ahead of the full launch on October 23.
Early Access Details
Activision and Infinity Ward have unveiled that those who pre-order either the standard or Vault Edition of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 will receive early access to both the campaign and the DMZ mode. The campaign will be available starting Friday, October 16, while DMZ early access will begin on Tuesday, October 20. The full game is set to launch on Friday, October 23.
Evolution of DMZ
DMZ, originally introduced in 2022's Modern Warfare 2, is being revamped for this installment. The studio aims to create what it describes as the series' "definitive extraction shooter experience." This new iteration promises persistent progression within an open-world combat environment known as the Hajin Exclusion Zone.
Developer Insights
In a recent video, Joe Cecot, the studio's multiplayer creative director, expressed that the team learned valuable lessons from the previous DMZ beta. He noted that while they had to make certain compromises, the experience was ultimately enjoyable, leading them to refine their approach for Modern Warfare 4.
Gameplay Trailer
A new gameplay trailer showcasing DMZ has been released, providing players with a first look at the features and improvements. While early access players will have the chance to explore DMZ and the campaign ahead of the general public, core multiplayer elements will not be available until the official release date on October 23.