Activision and Infinity Ward have locked in the official multiplayer beta schedule for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.
Spanning two weekends, the beta will give players hands-on access to classic 6v6 maps, revamped omni-directional movement mechanics, and updated weapon balance profiles ahead of full fall launch.
Here is the complete schedule, preload timeline, and PC hardware requirements.
Modern Warfare 4 Beta Schedule
| Beta Phase | Dates & Times | Target Platforms | Access Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekend 1: Early Access | Sept 4 (10 AM PT) – Sept 6 | PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC | Pre-Order / Vault Edition |
| Weekend 1: Open Beta | Sept 6 (10 AM PT) – Sept 8 | All Platforms | Free for All Players |
| Weekend 2: Crossplay Early Access | Sept 11 (10 AM PT) – Sept 13 | All Platforms | Pre-Order / PC & Console |
| Weekend 2: Final Open Beta | Sept 13 (10 AM PT) – Sept 15 | All Platforms (Crossplay) | Free for All Players |
PC Hardware Requirements
- OS: Windows 11 64-bit (Latest Update)
- Processor (Minimum): Intel Core i5-8600K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Processor (Recommended): Intel Core i7-12700K / AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D
- Memory: 16 GB Dual-Channel (32 GB for 4K / Ultra)
- Graphics (Minimum): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / AMD Radeon RX 6600
- Graphics (Recommended): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT
- Storage: 85 GB High-Speed NVMe SSD
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