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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta Patch Notes

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SUNDAY AUGUST 30

Day 3 of the Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta is here, and we’re turning things up for Sunday.

Double XP and Double Weapon XP will be live today at 10AM PT, giving you a boost toward Level 30 and the Beta Forged Blueprint, while leveling up your weapons along the way.

We’re also adding Transit 213 24/7, giving you a dedicated playlist to get more time on the map throughout the day.

Keep the feedback coming as you play. We’ll continue working through what we’re seeing and hearing from players as the Open Beta rolls on.

Here’s what changed for Day 3:

CONTENT

Playlists

Available
- Quick Play - TDM, Dom, Hardpoint, KC, S&D, Inflation, Hijack
- Open Moshpit - TDM, Dom, HP, KC
- Combat Outpost
- Hijack
- Search & Destroy
- Transit 213 - NEW
- Mobility Course
- 6v6 Gunfight on Kill Block - NEW
- Zodiac Resurgence - Quads*
- Zodiac Resurgence - Casual Quads*

Quick Play - TDM, Dom, Hardpoint, KC, S&D, Inflation, Hijack
Open Moshpit - TDM, Dom, HP, KC
Combat Outpost
Hijack
Search & Destroy
Transit 213 - NEW
Mobility Course
6v6 Gunfight on Kill Block - NEW
Zodiac Resurgence - Quads*
Zodiac Resurgence - Casual Quads*

* Playlist availability will flip periodically based on time of day.

GLOBAL

Operator Select
- Improved Operator model streaming logic when entering the Operator Selection Menu to reduce instances of models briefly appearing at a lower visual quality on less powerful hardware.

Improved Operator model streaming logic when entering the Operator Selection Menu to reduce instances of models briefly appearing at a lower visual quality on less powerful hardware.

We’re continuing a multistep process to ensure Operator hair quality looks consistent across the wide range of platforms our players use to play Call of Duty. To address the root of the issue, the weekend 2 update ensured temporal dithering always remains on, which improves the way nearby colors and brightness levels blend across successive frames. Today, we’re refining streaming logic so that Operator models on lower-end hardware only ever render at their intended quality. We’re also working on making hair look better at long distances by launch. The end result: a nourished, fuller-looking hairline for Price however you play.

MULTIPLAYER

Modes

Team Deathmatch
- Increased score limit on Transit 213 from 100 to 150.
Kill Confirmed
- Increased score limit on Transit 213 from 75 to 100.

Increased score limit on Transit 213 from 100 to 150.

Increased score limit on Transit 213 from 75 to 100.

Bug Fixes

Combat Outpost

Fixed an issue that could result in poor streaming quality at the start of a match.

Follow our Trello board for Modern Warfare 4 live issue tracking.

WARZONE

GAMEPLAY

Ground Loot
- Improved ground loot interactions to make items easier to pick up during gameplay.

Improved ground loot interactions to make items easier to pick up during gameplay.

We’ve identified that the interaction radius for ground weapons was larger than intended, which could result in unintentionally picking up a weapon rather than a nearby item. We’ve adjusted this radius to be consistent with loot items in the live game, which should make interactions with ground loot more precise and consistent through the match.

Damage Indicators
- Updated the Armor Hit Damage Indicator to more clearly distinguish when damage is being dealt to an enemy's Armor.

Updated the Armor Hit Damage Indicator to more clearly distinguish when damage is being dealt to an enemy's Armor.

Blood & Critical Health Effects
- Adjusted Blood and Death's Door visual effects to better align with the intended experience.

Adjusted Blood and Death's Door visual effects to better align with the intended experience.

Immersive Shake Effects
- Disabling HUD Shake effects for the duration of Open Beta.
- Adjusted Screen Shake and Gun Shake values.

Disabling HUD Shake effects for the duration of Open Beta.
Adjusted Screen Shake and Gun Shake values.

These adjustments are intended to reduce visual movement and improve clarity during engagements, making it easier to track targets while firing.

BUG FIXES

UI/UX

Fixed an issue that prevented the Downed State Icon from properly appearing on screen when an opponent is downed.
Fixed an issue that could cause the Loot Feed to appear significantly later than the associated pickup.

Playlists

Fixed an issue that could cause players to encounter a loop in the main menu, requiring a restart to recover.

Follow our Warzone Trello board for the latest Resurgence live issue updates.

SATURDAY AUGUST 29

WARZONE

GAMEPLAY

Revive From Prone
- Players can now revive downed squadmates while prone.

Players can now revive downed squadmates while prone.

Infil Gas Explosion
- Disabled the Infil Gas Explosion.

Disabled the Infil Gas Explosion.

Infil and Backup Pistol
- The Sang 9mm will now be the Infil and Backup Pistol.

The Sang 9mm will now be the Infil and Backup Pistol.

We’ve heard your feedback on the infil pistol and replaced it with another pistol to improve the initial combat experience on Zodiac.

MOVEMENT

Weapon Sprint Speeds
- Increased sprint speed by 3-5% based on weapon class.

Increased sprint speed by 3-5% based on weapon class.

Melee Sprint Speed
- Increased dedicated melee sprint speed by 3.5%.

Increased dedicated melee sprint speed by 3.5%.

ADS Strafe Movement Speed
- Increased ADS Strafe movement speed by 6-10% based on weapon class.

Increased ADS Strafe movement speed by 6-10% based on weapon class.

Based on player feedback, we’ve carefully increased movement speeds to create a more fluid experience when navigating the map and engaging other players, while maintaining the deliberate pacing we want from combat.

KILLSTREAKS

Warning Radius
- Reduced the warning radius of several Killstreaks to better align with their intended display area:
  - Bombing Run
    - Warning Radius decreased from 120m to 60m.
  - Impact Warhead
    - Warning Radius decreased from 76m to 25m.
  - Artillery Beacon
    - Warning Radius decreased from 120m to 40m.

Reduced the warning radius of several Killstreaks to better align with their intended display area:
- Bombing Run
  - Warning Radius decreased from 120m to 60m.
- Impact Warhead
  - Warning Radius decreased from 76m to 25m.
- Artillery Beacon
  - Warning Radius decreased from 120m to 40m.

Bombing Run
- Warning Radius decreased from 120m to 60m.
Impact Warhead
- Warning Radius decreased from 76m to 25m.
Artillery Beacon
- Warning Radius decreased from 120m to 40m.

Warning Radius decreased from 120m to 60m.

Warning Radius decreased from 76m to 25m.

Warning Radius decreased from 120m to 40m.

PROGRESSION

XP Gain
- Resurgence Quads
  - Increased Player XP gains by 55%.
  - Increased Weapon XP gains by 13%.
- Casual Resurgence Quads
  - Increased Player XP gains by 46%.
  - Increased Weapon XP gains by 240%.

Resurgence Quads
- Increased Player XP gains by 55%.
- Increased Weapon XP gains by 13%.
Casual Resurgence Quads
- Increased Player XP gains by 46%.
- Increased Weapon XP gains by 240%.

Increased Player XP gains by 55%.
Increased Weapon XP gains by 13%.

Increased Player XP gains by 46%.
Increased Weapon XP gains by 240%.

UI/UX

Empty Plate Slot
- Reduced opacity by 50%.

Reduced opacity by 50%.

Color Update
- Updated the rarity colors for weapon loot cards.
- Updated the colors on the Contract widget.

Updated the rarity colors for weapon loot cards.
Updated the colors on the Contract widget.

WEAPONS

DEFAULT LOADOUT ADJUSTMENTS

We know many players are frustrated by not having access to Custom Loadouts. Rest assured, Custom Loadouts will be fully available at launch.

In the meantime, we’ve adjusted several weapons and attachments so these loadouts feel better suited to combat on Zodiac, with improved handling and more immediately useful setups.

Default Loadout | AR

PRIMARY

SECONDARY

Default Loadout | SMG

PRIMARY

SECONDARY

Default Loadout | LMG

PRIMARY

SECONDARY

Default Loadout | Sniper

PRIMARY

WEAPON ADJUSTMENTS

Weapons should feel responsive and intuitive, allowing players to react naturally as combat situations evolve. We’ve adjusted weapon handling to reduce sluggish or overly punishing moments, making weapons feel smoother to use while preserving meaningful differences between weapon types.

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GENERAL

ADS Movement Speeds increased by 6–10%, depending on Weapon Class.
Sprint Speeds increased by 3–5%, depending on Weapon Class.

ASSAULT RIFLES

HAN 86

Sprint to Fire Speed decreased from 210ms to 185ms.

M4

Sprint to Fire Speed decreased from 210ms to 180ms.

KASTOV 762

Sprint to Fire Speed decreased from 210ms to 190ms.

PATRIOT XMR

ADS Speed decreased from 250ms to 240ms.
Sprint to Fire Speed decreased from 210ms to 190ms.

SUBMACHINE GUNS

ISO NIGHTSHADE

ADS Speed decreased from 190ms to 175ms.

X-58 NYX

ADS Speed decreased from 200ms to 180ms.

PPSH-41

ADS Speed decreased from 220ms to 190ms.
Sprint to Fire Speed decreased from 121ms to 115ms.

LIGHT MACHINE GUNS

FINN LMG

ADS Speed decreased from 300ms to 270ms.
Sprint to Fire Speed decreased from 250ms to 220ms.

TYPE 73

ADS Speed decreased from 280ms to 260ms.
Sprint to Fire Speed decreased from 230ms to 205ms.

SHOTGUNS

REZI 12

ADS Speed decreased from 240ms to 210ms.
Sprint to Fire Speed decreased from 160ms to 130ms.

SNIPER RIFLES

SIGNAL .50

ADS Speed decreased from 560ms to 540ms.

KG-7 VULCAN

ADS Speed decreased from 630ms to 610ms.

MELEE

COMBAT KNIFE

Sprint Speed increased by 3.5%.
- This increase stacks with the general Sprint Speed adjustment above.

This increase stacks with the general Sprint Speed adjustment above.

SATURDAY AUGUST 29

Day 2 of the Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta is here.

We’re back with another round of updates coming later today that based on what we’re seeing and hearing from players across the Open Beta. The team has been working through your feedback and making changes throughout the weekend.

Today also brings Ground War: Combat Outpost to the Beta, adding another way to jump into MW4 alongside Lithium, Hijack, Resurgence on Zodiac, and everything already available.

Keep playing, keep experimenting, and keep the feedback coming. We’ve still got plenty of Beta left and more changes to make.

Here’s what is in store for Saturday…

CONTENT

Maps
- Wolves Stadium (Ground War) - NEW
- Imjin Farmlands (Ground War) - NEW
Playlists
- Available
  - Ground War: Combat Outpost - NEW
  - Quick Play - TDM, Dom, Hardpoint, KC, S&D, Inflation, Hijack
  - Open Moshpit - TDM, Dom, HP, KC
  - Hijack
  - Kill Confirmed
  - Search & Destroy
  - Inflation
  - Mobility Course
  - 10v10 Gunfight on Kill Block
  - Zodiac Resurgence - Quads*
  - Zodiac Resurgence - Casual Quads*

Wolves Stadium (Ground War) - NEW
Imjin Farmlands (Ground War) - NEW

Available
- Ground War: Combat Outpost - NEW
- Quick Play - TDM, Dom, Hardpoint, KC, S&D, Inflation, Hijack
- Open Moshpit - TDM, Dom, HP, KC
- Hijack
- Kill Confirmed
- Search & Destroy
- Inflation
- Mobility Course
- 10v10 Gunfight on Kill Block
- Zodiac Resurgence - Quads*
- Zodiac Resurgence - Casual Quads*

Ground War: Combat Outpost - NEW
Quick Play - TDM, Dom, Hardpoint, KC, S&D, Inflation, Hijack
Open Moshpit - TDM, Dom, HP, KC
Hijack
Kill Confirmed
Search & Destroy
Inflation
Mobility Course
10v10 Gunfight on Kill Block
Zodiac Resurgence - Quads*
Zodiac Resurgence - Casual Quads*

* Playlist availability will flip periodically based on time of day.

MULTIPLAYER

WEAPONS

In yesterday’s update, we released a tuning pass on every single weapon in Beta. As a result, we’re keeping the updates to weapons minimal today as we’re actively monitoring those changes. Your feedback on weapons and their impact on TTK is incredibly important, so keep sharing your experiences this weekend as we look at potential changes.

Weapons with less than 60 rounds of ammunition in reserve will receive an extra magazine, or its equivalent, as a response to recent TTK adjustments. This change will allow you to stay in the fight longer before seeking new sources of ammunition.

Pistols

.50 GS

Apex Attachment: GS Magna

PC UPDATES

Overall performance improvements
Note: Some in-game settings may be affected (reset to default on first boot)

GAMEPLAY

Increased pickup radius for Kill Confirmed tags.
Enabled Kill Confirmed tag pickup immediately once they drop.

BUG FIXES

GLOBAL

Restored the choice between Independent and Affected FOV settings.
Fixed an issue where Pros and Cons were not displayed for locked Attachments.
Fixed various issues when navigating front end menus.

PROGRESSION

Fixed an issue in the After Action Report where weapon level skips incorrectly appeared to consume XP instead of making it clear that no XP was used on that level.

VISUALS

Fixed a visual issue with enemy Operators could display incorrectly after being impacted by a Snapshot Grenade.

AUDIO

Fixed an issue where the Crossfire Killstreak audio could get stuck playing.

MAPS & MODES

Fixed an issue where teammate dots could persist on the mini-map.
Fixed various Mobility Course issues.
Fixed an issue where navigating the Lobby Player List could skip Map Voting and move directly to Quick Nav.

KILLSTREAKS

Fixed an issue where Care Packages could fail to appear when called in.

RECENTLY FIXED

Fixed an issue where the map name and mode name were shown during matchmaking even if there was no vote in the playlist.
Increased pickup radius for Kill Confirmed tags and enabled pickup immediately once they drop.

KNOWN ISSUES

In the Operator Select menu on Switch 2, characters may start rendering before an acceptable level of detail has been streamed into memory.
Player names may occasionally appear blank in the in-match scoreboard.
Late-joining players can sometimes move while the Infil sequence is running.
Correct mode name may not always appear the match is starting.
Operators may appear to be missing in the lobby.
Loadout edits made right before loading into match will sometimes not save.
Spawn location points in Ground War: Combat Outpost may display irrelevant details for the currently highlighted spawn location option.

Follow our Trello board for Modern Warfare 4 live issue tracking.

WARZONE

GAMEPLAY

UAVs
- Updated UAV functionality to prevent multiple UAVs from combining into an Advanced UAV.

Updated UAV functionality to prevent multiple UAVs from combining into an Advanced UAV.

Finishing Moves
- Added blood effects to the new mid-air Finishing Move.

Added blood effects to the new mid-air Finishing Move.

UI/UX

1st Person Camera Movement Setting
- Players can adjust the 1st Person Camera Movement setting under Settings → Camera to customize their camera movement experience, including setting it to Minimal (25%).
- IMPORTANT: This setting may reset when switching between Warzone and Multiplayer. Check your preferred setting after switching modes and reapply it as needed.

Players can adjust the 1st Person Camera Movement setting under Settings → Camera to customize their camera movement experience, including setting it to Minimal (25%).
IMPORTANT: This setting may reset when switching between Warzone and Multiplayer. Check your preferred setting after switching modes and reapply it as needed.

HUD Widget Shake Setting
- Players who prefer a static HUD can toggle the shake effect On/Off under Interface Settings.

Players who prefer a static HUD can toggle the shake effect On/Off under Interface Settings.

We recognize that camera and HUD movement can have a substantial impact on gameplay clarity for some players. We’re working to refine various elements of these systems to better balance immersion with gameplay clarity. We’ll share additional details as soon as we can.

AUDIO

Footsteps
- Adjusted footstep audio distances to match the live Warzone experience, including restoring the previous maximum audible distance.

Adjusted footstep audio distances to match the live Warzone experience, including restoring the previous maximum audible distance.

We’ve already made several Warzone audio updates based on player feedback and will continue to make tuning improvements as we move throughout the open beta and toward launch.

BUG FIXES

Audio

Fixed an issue causing Loot Box audio to be heard more prominently than intended through environmental occlusion.

Fixed an issue that could cause occlusion to be missing from certain loot-related audio.

Fixed an issue where throwing an Impact Warhead onto a vehicle produced no audio.

Gameplay

Fixed an issue where the increased downed health granted by the Field Medic perk was not displayed while downed.

Fixed an issue that could cause players to become stuck in Spectator Mode after being eliminated.

Equipment

Fixed an issue where dropping a Heartbeat Sensor could immediately deplete its battery.

Killstreaks

Fixed an issue where the Bombing Run Killstreak could be pinged despite no active Killstreak being present in the area.

Loot

Fixed an issue that could cause Loot Cards to appear empty.

Resurgence

Fixed a disconnect issue in Resurgence.

User Interface

Fixed an issue where full Activision IDs were displayed in the Squad Widget during a match.

Follow our Warzone Trello board for the latest Resurgence live issue updates.

Friday AUGUST 28

The Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta arrives at 10 AM PT today. Thank you for sharing your experiences, best plays, and feedback with us during Weekend 1. Your input is helping shape the experience as we continue to make improvements.

We’ve made some sweeping changes to the game with focus on a few key areas: TTK, Spawns, Movement, Killstreaks and Aim Assist.

TIME-TO-KILL

After some updates last week, we still weren’t where we wanted to be with time-to-kill. We’re aiming for a slight increase to TTK so instead of changing base health, we focused on weapon tuning to improve durability without making weapons feel too weak at range. Every single weapon in our Beta has received an update for Weekend 2. These changes create more survivability and room for skill expression in combat.There’s more work to do here and we’re looking forward to hearing your feedback.

SPAWNS

In the final hours of Weekend 1, we adjusted spawns and spawn logic across all respawn modes to better separate players. Additionally, we greatly reduced spawning on squad members.

For Weekend 2, we wanted to build on these changes with adjustments to Hardpoint specifically. We feel the mode plays best when spawns are consistent and predictable. The prototype in the Beta today is a step toward that vision, but it is far from perfect. You may still see some bad spawns on smaller maps, and on larger maps you may spawn too far from the action. We are excited about the direction and will be improving things with your feedback.

Finally, we added Battle Hardened to the temporary spawn protection, reducing the effects of flash and concussion grenades immediately after spawning.

Updated spawn logic to better separate players [added at the end of Beta Weekend 1]
Deprioritized spawning near teammates [added at the end of Beta Weekend 1]
Partially improved Hardpoint spawn system to improve predictability
Added Battle Hardened to temporary spawn protection
Temporarily disabled Hardpoint on Rooftops because of a spawn bug

MOVEMENT

We saw a lot of feedback about Tactical Sprint over Weekend 1, and we know there are a range of opinions about it. We have removed Tactical Sprint by default, which we think improves the pace of combat and gives the game a more classic feel. For players who prefer a faster playstyle, we moved it to a Perk and enhanced it by reducing its sprint-to-fire speed penalty. We have also adjusted Tac Sprint and slide speeds to rebalance them against each other.

This is an experiment for Beta which we hope improves the pace of the game and enhances player choice. If we decide to stick with this change, we need to consider its place in the Perk table and which other adjustments to Perks go along with it.

Tac Sprint
- Moved Tactical Sprint to the Blood Rush Perk.
- Reduced Tactical Sprint sprint-to-fire time to match base sprint.
- Reduced Tactical Sprint speed by 4%.
Sprint Speeds
- Increased knife base sprint speeds.
- Increased all pistol base sprint speeds.
Slide Adjustments
- Increased slide-to-jump delay.
- Reduced slide distance by 10%.
- Reduced slide speed by 9%.
Stamina
- Reduced stamina by 8%.
Mantle
- Fixed an issue where players could mantle much higher than intended.
Climbing
- Fixed an issue that caused stutters when climbing ladders and pipes.

Moved Tactical Sprint to the Blood Rush Perk.
Reduced Tactical Sprint sprint-to-fire time to match base sprint.
Reduced Tactical Sprint speed by 4%.

Increased knife base sprint speeds.
Increased all pistol base sprint speeds.

Increased slide-to-jump delay.
Reduced slide distance by 10%.
Reduced slide speed by 9%.

Reduced stamina by 8%.

Fixed an issue where players could mantle much higher than intended.

Fixed an issue that caused stutters when climbing ladders and pipes.

As a reminder, movement in Warzone is close to Multiplayer but not 1-to-1, as many things have been tuned specifically for Warzone gameplay. Check out yesterday’s update on Resurgence in Open Beta for more.

AIM ASSIST

For Weekend 2, we’ve made adjustments to aim assist to reduce its impact. In full transparency, this is not the exact tuning we want, so we will be working on dialing this in ahead of launch.

These adjustments are global and will apply to Warzone.

KILLSTREAKS

In Weekend 1, we saw the feedback around Killstreak spam and we had some duplicated announcer callout bugs that made this feel even worse in-match.

For Weekend 2, we fixed the announcer issue and bumped the base cost of all Killstreaks by 1 kill. This should limit Killstreak spam and keep matches more focused on gunplay.

General
- Increased all Killstreak costs by 1 kill.

Increased all Killstreak costs by 1 kill.

We also made some tweaks to Killstreak power so they aren’t taking away from the match, including reducing the radius and lethality of the Artillery Strike, and tuning the UAV to make it easier to take out.

UAV
- Reduced UAV health by 60%.
- Reduced UAV height by 12%.
Artillery Beacon
- Reduced the number of missiles from 6 to 5.
- Reduced the inner damage radius from 15.24 meters to 10.16 meters.
- Reduced the outer damage radius from 25.4 meters to 17.78 meters.
- Reduced the shockwave radius that knocks people down to 10.16 meters.

Reduced UAV health by 60%.
Reduced UAV height by 12%.

Reduced the number of missiles from 6 to 5.
Reduced the inner damage radius from 15.24 meters to 10.16 meters.
Reduced the outer damage radius from 25.4 meters to 17.78 meters.
Reduced the shockwave radius that knocks people down to 10.16 meters.

CONTENT

If you’re just joining us this weekend, welcome to Open Beta. This weekend brings even more to Multiplayer, including our new Hijack mode and Ground War: Combat Outpost (with two new Ground War maps), plus the new Lithium 6v6 map. And for the first time in a Call of Duty Beta, you can drop into Warzone with Resurgence on Zodiac, our all-new Resurgence map.

Maps
- Lithium - NEW

Lithium - NEW

Playlists

Available
- Hijack - NEW
- Quick Play - TDM, Dom, Hardpoint, KC, S&D, Inflation, Hijack
- Open Moshpit - TDM, Dom, HP, KC
- Mobility Course
- 10v10 Gunfight on Kill Block

Hijack - NEW
Quick Play - TDM, Dom, Hardpoint, KC, S&D, Inflation, Hijack
Open Moshpit - TDM, Dom, HP, KC
Mobility Course
10v10 Gunfight on Kill Block

Zodiac Resurgence - Quads - NEW

Progression

Level Cap raised to 30.

MODES

Team Deathmatch
- Increased score limit from 75 to 100.
Kill Confirmed
- Increased score limit from 65 to 75.
Gunfight
- Removed audio falloff over distance for team chat in 10v10 Gunfight.

Increased score limit from 75 to 100.

Increased score limit from 65 to 75.

Removed audio falloff over distance for team chat in 10v10 Gunfight.

WEAPONS

Snipers

Increased received Flinch by 28%.

Sniper Rifles

KG-7 Vulcan

Additional KG-7 Vulcan Adjustments

Lower Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.02 to 1

Signal .50

Additional Signal .50 Updates

Upper Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.75 to 1.3

Assault Rifles

Kastov 762

Additional Kastov 762 Adjustments

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.35 to 1.33

Apex Attachment: Kasto 545

Han 86

Addtional Han 86 Adjustments

Neck Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Upper Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1

M4

Apex Attachment: M4 Hurricane

Hyeon Burst

Additional Hyeon Burst Adjustments

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.4 to 1.3
Neck Damage Mutliplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Upper Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Upper Right Arm Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Upper Left Arm Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Upper Right Leg Damage Multiplier increased from .9 to 1
Lower Right Leg Damage Multiplier increased from .9 to 1
Right Foot Multiplier increased from .9 to 1
Upper Left Leg Damage Multiplier increased from .9 to 1
Lower Left Leg Damage Multiplier increased from .9 to 1
Right Left Multiplier increased from .9 to 1

Apex Attachment: Hyeon Hyperburst

Patriot XMR

Additional Patriot XMR Adjustments

Head Damage Multiplier increased from 1.22 to 1.3

Marksman Rifles

Increased received Flinch by 17%.

Marksman Rifles

Oris 8.6

MAR-9

Additional MAR-9 Updates

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 2.05 to 2
Upper Torso Damage Multiplier increased from 1 to 1.1

Apex Attachment: MAR-9 Auto

Additional MAR-9 Auto Updates:

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.55 to 1.3

LMGs

FiNN LMG

Additional FiNN LMG Updates

Neck Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Upper Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Upper Right Arm Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Upper Left Arm Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1

Apex Attachment: FiN Adverse

Type 73

Additional Type 73 Updates

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.3 to 1.25
Neck Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Upper Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1

Apex Attachment: Tango 73 Assault

Pistols

.50 GS

Additional .50 GS Updates:

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.62 to 1.5
Neck Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.62 to 1.1
Upper Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.3 to 1.1
Lower Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.2 to 1
Upper Right Arm Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.3 to 1.1
Lower Right Arm Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.2 to 1
Right Hand Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.2 to 1
Upper Left Arm Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.3 to 1.1
Lower Left Arm Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.2 to 1
Left Hand Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.2 to 1
Upper Right Leg Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Lower Right Leg Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Right Foot Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Upper Left Leg Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Lower Left Leg Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1
Left Foot Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1 to 1

Krait P68

Additional Krait P68 Updates:

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.4 to 1.3
Neck Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.15 to 1
Upper Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.15 to 1

SMGs

PPSh-41

ISO Nightshade

Additional ISO Nightshade Updates:

Head Damage Multiplier increased from 1.2 to 1.25

X-58 Nyx

Additional X-58 Nyx Updates:

Head Damage Multiplier increased from 1.2 to 1.25

Shotguns

Rezi 12

Apex Attachment: REZI Slug Ammo

Additional REZI APEX Slug Ammo Updates:

Head Damage Multiplier increased from1.5 to 1.6
Neck Damage Multiplier increased from1.3 to 1.6
Upper Torso Damage Multiplier increased from1.2 to 1.3
Lower Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from1.2 to 1.1
Upper Arm Damage Multiplier increased from1 to 1.2
Hand Damage Multiplier increased from1 to 1
Upper Leg Damage Multiplier increased from0.7 to 1
Lower Leg Damage Multiplier increased from0.7 to 1
Foot Damage Multiplier increased from0.7 to 1

Rezi Slug Ammo

Additional REZI Slug Ammo Updates:

Head Damage Multiplier increased from 1.5 to 1.6
Neck Damage Multiplier increased from 1.3 to 1.6
Upper Torso Damage Multiplier increased from 1.2 to 1.3
Lower Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.2 to 1.1
Upper Arm Damage Multiplier increased from 1 to 1.2
Hand Damage Multiplier increased from 1 to 1
Upper Leg Damage Multiplier increased from 0.7 to 1
Lower Leg Damage Multiplier increased from 0.7 to 1
Foot Damage Multiplier increased from 0.7 to 1

Launchers

Increased the lock-on radius for the PILA.

Attachments

General
- Reduced magnitude of Handling and Mobility penalties across all Barrel, Magazine, Muzzle, Stock, and Underbarrel Attachments.
Ammo
- Overpressured Rounds
  - Flinch Infliction increased by 2%.
Rear Grip
- Aim Grip
- Removed ADS Move Speed penalty.

Reduced magnitude of Handling and Mobility penalties across all Barrel, Magazine, Muzzle, Stock, and Underbarrel Attachments.

Overpressured Rounds
- Flinch Infliction increased by 2%.

Flinch Infliction increased by 2%.

Aim Grip
Removed ADS Move Speed penalty.

Underbarrel Shotgun Attachments

AUDIO

Updated Sounds
- Added new versions of kill and headshot sounds.
- Adjusted enemy UAV sounds.
- Adjusted death’s door sounds.
- Adjusted gunfight intro sounds.
Bomb Placement Audio
- Reduced the maximum distance for bomb-placement audio in Search and Destroy.
- Fixed an issue where bomb pickup and drop sounds were being broadcast to both teams.

Added new versions of kill and headshot sounds.
Adjusted enemy UAV sounds.
Adjusted death’s door sounds.
Adjusted gunfight intro sounds.

Reduced the maximum distance for bomb-placement audio in Search and Destroy.
Fixed an issue where bomb pickup and drop sounds were being broadcast to both teams.

UI/UX

Updated the Underhand Throw setting description and set the default keybind to “melee” from “ADS” on keyboard and mouse.

PC UPDATES

General improvements to performance and frame rate stability.
Reduced memory usage on High VRAM GPUs.
Fixed several sources of intermittent GPU hitching across all GPU manufacturers.

BUG FIXES

Campaign
- Fixed an issue where the player’s camera could remain tilted after the catwalk platform began to collapse.
- Fixed an issue to improve the Escape sequence by making the grab icon appear more consistently when it’s safe to jump to the first pipe.
- Fixed the difficulty of combat outside of the Nuclear Reactor Facility.
Damage Indicators
- Fixed an issue where blood-screen visual effects could persist across player state transitions.
Search and Destroy
- Fixed an issue where Search and Destroy could display inconsistent XP amounts per elimination.
Loadouts & Gunsmith
- Removed the Create a Class unlock tip in the Quick Nav menu when it has been unlocked already.
- Fixed an issue where the Gunsmith buttons were incorrectly positioned in the In-Game Loadout Select menu.
Han 86
- Fixed an issue with the finger pose when using the Canted Hybrid optic.
- Fixed an issue where the warning beep could loop.
- Fixed an issue with the grip pose when using the Apex and Magazine attachment combination.
- Fixed an issue where the airburst effect could freeze on-screen if the player died while charging it.
Kastov 762
- Fixed an issue where a sticker could fail to display.
Hyeon Burst
- Fixed an issue where optics could block the player’s view while supine prone.
Sang 9mm
- Fixed an issue where the Sang 9mm inspection animation could incorrectly show an empty magazine when ammunition remained.
- Fixed an issue causing the firing pins to briefly appear detached when reloading with Akimbo and Extended Magazine attachments equipped.
- Fixed various first person firing animation issues.
C4
- Fixed an issue where C4 could briefly reappear in the player’s hands during the detonation animation.
Spotter Scope
- Fixed the Spotter Scope head-icon visibility behavior.
Mounting
- Fixed a crash that could occur while mounting.
Game Settings
- Fixed an issue where the selected FOV for Single Player was not properly indicated in the menu.
Camos
- Fixed an issue preventing Vault Edition Camos from being applied to Melee Weapons.
Play of the Game
- Fixed an issue where Stocksaw and Knife attachments could appear floating during the Play of the Game intro sequence.
After Action Report
- Fixed an issue where XP text could overlap on the After Action Report progression tile.
- Fixed an issue causing weapon progression sound effects in the After Action Report to become out of sync.
Operator Menus
- Fixed an issue that could cause the Operator Select menu to close unexpectedly.
- Fixed an issue where selecting Change Skins during an Operator intro animation could prevent Operator selection.
In-Game HUD
- Fixed an issue where the killstreak UI could disappear.
- Fixed an issue where Marksman Rifles were incorrectly labeled as Sniper Rifles in the Killcam.
Social & Lobby Menus
- Fixed an issue where updates to Calling Cards were not reflected on the Quick Nav profile button.
- Fixed an issue where opening the Keyboard Overlay could also unintentionally open the Quick Navigation menu.

Fixed an issue where the player’s camera could remain tilted after the catwalk platform began to collapse.
Fixed an issue to improve the Escape sequence by making the grab icon appear more consistently when it’s safe to jump to the first pipe.
Fixed the difficulty of combat outside of the Nuclear Reactor Facility.

Fixed an issue where blood-screen visual effects could persist across player state transitions.

Fixed an issue where Search and Destroy could display inconsistent XP amounts per elimination.

Removed the Create a Class unlock tip in the Quick Nav menu when it has been unlocked already.
Fixed an issue where the Gunsmith buttons were incorrectly positioned in the In-Game Loadout Select menu.

Fixed an issue with the finger pose when using the Canted Hybrid optic.
Fixed an issue where the warning beep could loop.
Fixed an issue with the grip pose when using the Apex and Magazine attachment combination.
Fixed an issue where the airburst effect could freeze on-screen if the player died while charging it.

Fixed an issue where a sticker could fail to display.

Fixed an issue where optics could block the player’s view while supine prone.

Fixed an issue where the Sang 9mm inspection animation could incorrectly show an empty magazine when ammunition remained.
Fixed an issue causing the firing pins to briefly appear detached when reloading with Akimbo and Extended Magazine attachments equipped.
Fixed various first person firing animation issues.

Fixed an issue where C4 could briefly reappear in the player’s hands during the detonation animation.

Fixed the Spotter Scope head-icon visibility behavior.

Fixed a crash that could occur while mounting.

Fixed an issue where the selected FOV for Single Player was not properly indicated in the menu.

Fixed an issue preventing Vault Edition Camos from being applied to Melee Weapons.

Fixed an issue where Stocksaw and Knife attachments could appear floating during the Play of the Game intro sequence.

Fixed an issue where XP text could overlap on the After Action Report progression tile.
Fixed an issue causing weapon progression sound effects in the After Action Report to become out of sync.

Fixed an issue that could cause the Operator Select menu to close unexpectedly.
Fixed an issue where selecting Change Skins during an Operator intro animation could prevent Operator selection.

Fixed an issue where the killstreak UI could disappear.
Fixed an issue where Marksman Rifles were incorrectly labeled as Sniper Rifles in the Killcam.

Fixed an issue where updates to Calling Cards were not reflected on the Quick Nav profile button.
Fixed an issue where opening the Keyboard Overlay could also unintentionally open the Quick Navigation menu.

KNOWN ISSUES

There is an issue in the Hijack game mode where the data spike may become unrecoverable.
Hardpoint has been temporarily disabled on Rooftops.
There are various issues in the front end UI where we recognize there is not enough clarity on attachment skips. We’re working on improvements for this.
We’re investigating some reports of teammate dots persisting on the mini-map.

Follow our live issue tracking throughout Open Beta here.

RICOCHET ANTICHEAT

WINDOWS SECURE ATTESTATION

As we're heading towards Weekend 2 of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Beta, here is a reminder of the security requirements that need to be met in order to play any online mode on PC:

TPM 2.0 must be enabled;
Secure Boot must be enabled.

Follow our guide to help get TPM 2.0 set up

Download and run our Secure Attestation Wizard

We are aware that some PC players may encounter issues after going through the process. These issues may be due to firmware, hardware or OS problems which may prevent your PC from passing Microsoft Azure Attestation.

We are actively working with Microsoft and motherboard manufacturers to improve the experience for affected players.
Over the weekend, we will be gathering information from players who are experiencing the issue through this form.

SEE YOU ONLINE

Today, jump into Lithium, Hijack, Resurgence on Zodiac, and everything else the Open Beta has to offer. Check out the Campaign mission Entrenched?

Ground War: Combat Outpost joins the Open Beta Saturday.

It’s been an incredibly busy few days at the studio working on these changes. Keep the feedback coming throughout the weekend. We’ll continue working to improve on what we’re seeing and hearing from players.

Like Weekend 1, we’ll be updating every full day of the Beta.

Open Beta starts at 10 AM PT. We’ll see you there.

THURSDAY AUGUST 27

While we’re focused on Warzone in this post, full patch notes for updates to Modern Warfare 4 Multiplayer such as TTK, movement, weapons and spawns will be shared tomorrow (including global changes like aim assist).

WELCOME TO THE RESURGENCE OPEN BETA

Our teams are locked-in for this weekend, and our first-ever Call of Duty: Warzone mode in a Beta! This preview covers some of the key details to know heading into a new Resurgence experience once Beta is live beginning tomorrow August 28th at 10 AM PT.

It’s been a great collaboration for us at Infinity Ward working with Raven Software and Beenox, and the many other teams that are bringing this next chapter to life. Having Resurgence in Beta will provide an early look at what’s ahead for Warzone, giving our teams important feedback and gameplay insights

Let’s dive in.

INTRODUCING ZODIAC

Zodiac is the newest Resurgence map coming to Warzone. Located in South Korea within the broader setting of MW4, the map drops players into a weapons manufacturing facility where weapons are built and shipped around the world. The setting gives the map plenty of personality, with 10 unique and varied points of interest such as the Old Mine, Solar, Trackline, and the sewers. Together, they offer a mix of striking visuals, combat scenarios, different elevations, and plenty to explore.

Across the map, players will encounter moving solar panels, furnace conveyor belts, dynamic signage warning them about incoming trains, and intense fights across multiple levels, including sniper battles from the burning Admin Tower. Meanwhile, the incoming gas storm makes sure no one can stay comfortable for too long. Built by the team behind Rebirth Island and Vondel, Zodiac brings years of Warzone experience together with new mechanics, memorable moments, and plenty for players to discover.

THE PLAYLIST

Tomorrow, we’ll kick things off with Resurgence Quads, and will rotate in Casual Resurgence Quads across the duration of the Open Beta. As we focus on Beta, Resurgence Quads and Casual Resurgence Quads will be temporarily disabled in the live game. We want as many Resurgence players as possible to jump into Beta for the first time and share their feedback so we can make improvements ahead of launch later this year.

GAMEPLAY

The movement you’ll experience tomorrow in Resurgence will be closely aligned with MW4 Multiplayer. You’ll find that you’ll be able to navigate Zodiac in a more grounded and deliberate way, without sacrificing the fluidity and momentum that larger maps in Warzone call for.

This Open Beta features MW4’s arsenal of weapons, with Default Loadouts and ground loot weapons hand-crafted by our team. While Custom Loadouts will not be available, we’ve ensured that tomorrow’s Default Loadouts offer a solid variety of weapon and equipment combinations. As for where things deviate from Multiplayer, we’ve tuned weapon damage ranges, bullet velocity, ADS speed, sprint-to-fire speed, and mobility to meet Warzone’s specific needs - with weapon time-to-kill designed to feel familiar to players coming from the live game.

We’re also introducing gameplay elements to Resurgence designed to create more emergent moments throughout a match. Fuel barrels will be the first taste of this, giving you a dynamic way to interact with the environment and another reason to pay attention to where you’re taking cover.

Killstreaks will include a broader selection from Multiplayer,, with the most powerful ones remaining intentionally rare. You’ll also find new ways to defend yourself, like the SAM Turret Field Upgrade which lets you counter aerial threats.

Among other changes, Recon Contracts now reward a single-use Insight Killstreak, which will give you the freedom to choose when to activate your earned Circle Peek - providing a massive intel boost when timed correctly. You’ll notice that Supply Run Contracts have been updated to provide a one-time discount and an upgrade to Buy Stations with exclusive items.

As this is still a Beta build, some systems and features are not available in the Open Beta but are planned for launch later this year, including Daily Challenges, as well as some Killstreaks, Tactical Equipment, and Field Upgrades. We’ll share information about the full slate of these systems, along with any future content, as we get closer to launch.

LET US KNOW WHAT YOU THINK!

We can’t wait to see everyone jump into the Open Beta this weekend, explore Zodiac, test the updated gameplay systems, and help us shape the road to launch. Your feedback is essential, so please share your thoughts and report issues to us as often as you can! Tag us on social and remember to include media or your match ID.

Live issues and updates will be posted on @CODUpdates and our official Warzone Trello board: https://trello.com/b/1eSBEowr/raven-software-warzone

See you this weekend!

KNOWN ISSUES

Below is a list of issues that we’re tracking in the Open Beta:

The Fly Buy and Restock Public Events do not have a voice-over announcement.

The Quick Hands Perk does not increase equipment deployment speed as intended.

Explosions from red fuel barrels may appear in low resolution.

Some areas of the map may have inconsistent lighting.

Some tree models may exhibit noticeable level of detail transitions and appear brighter than intended.

TUESDAY AUGUST 25

We’re just about an hour out from the end of our Early Access Beta. At 10AM PT, the Modern Warfare 4 Beta will go offline until Open Beta kicks off at 10AM PT on Friday, August 28.

It’s been incredible seeing #MW4 in your hands after all the work that’s gone into it. We’ve been heads down throughout the Beta, making updates every day.

That work is not stopping in between weekends as we move to address some key issues we’ve heard your feedback on. We’ll be sharing a more detailed update about what we’re focused on ahead of this weekend including spawns, TTK and movement.

As a reminder, for Open Beta the level cap will increase to 30. We’ll have new rewards, new maps, new modes and more. This includes our first ever Warzone entry in the Beta with our new Resurgence map. We’re excited to get Zodiac into your hands and see what happens when everyone drops in.

RECENT UPDATES

Spawn logic improvements across all modes but Hardpoint
- Hardpoint will receive dedicated spawn tuning for this weekend

Hardpoint will receive dedicated spawn tuning for this weekend

STAY FROSTY

Look out for more comms from us ahead of this weekend. Expect our MW4 Trello Board to be updated in the coming days as well. Get your last few matches in today and we’ll be ready for you on Friday. Thank you for playing and sharing your experiences with us throughout.

MONDAY AUGUST 24

Happy Monday. Today marks the final full day of the Modern Warfare 4 Early Access Beta! Thank you for spending the weekend with us. Keep playing, keep sending us your feedback, and we’ll keep digging into the data as we head toward Weekend Two.

It’s been an awesome weekend for us at the studio getting into matches with you, watching the conversations across the community, and making adjustments along the way. From weapon balance and TTK to spawns, audio, attachments, and bug fixes, the Beta has given us a ton of valuable data and feedback to work with as we continue refining Multiplayer.

Today’s update includes adjustments that increase the minimum TTK for several weapons. Let’s get after it.

CONTENT

Playlists
- Available
  - Quick Play
  - Open Moshpit
  - Search and Destroy
  - Transit 213
  - Inflation
  - 3v3 Gunfight on Kill Block
- Removed
  - 10v10 Gunfight on Kill Block (returning Weekend Two)

Available
- Quick Play
- Open Moshpit
- Search and Destroy
- Transit 213
- Inflation
- 3v3 Gunfight on Kill Block
Removed
- 10v10 Gunfight on Kill Block (returning Weekend Two)

Quick Play
Open Moshpit
Search and Destroy
Transit 213
Inflation
3v3 Gunfight on Kill Block

10v10 Gunfight on Kill Block (returning Weekend Two)

WEAPONS

Today we are deploying several more TTK changes and adjustments to locational multipliers (head, heck, torso, etc.). We are actively reading your feedback and assessing the data. You can expect to see more changes to Weapons and Attachments as we begin Open Beta later this week.

WEAPON ADJUSTMENTS

Assault Rifles

AXION

Damage Range Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 27.6m

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 25.1m⇩

Medium Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

27.7 - 50.8m

— Damage —

— Range —

25.2 - 47m⇩

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>50.8m

— Damage —

— Range —

>47m⇩

HAN 86

Damage Range Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 26.1m

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 23.5m⇩

Medium Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

26.2 - 47.5m

— Damage —

— Range —

23.6 - 43.7m⇩

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>47.5m

— Damage —

— Range —

>43.7m⇩

Headshot Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.4x to 1.25x
Neck Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.4x to 1.1x

Kastov 762

Damage Range Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 22.2m

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 22.2m

Medium Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

22.3 - 41.7m

— Damage —

29⇩

— Range —

22.3 - 40.8m⇩

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>41.7m

— Damage —

— Range —

>40.8m⇩

Headshot Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.48x to 1.35x

M4

Damage Range Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 25.4m

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 20.3m⇩

Medium Damage Range 1

— Damage —

— Range —

25.5 - 45.7m

— Damage —

— Range —

20.4 - 38.3m⇩

NEW

Medium Damage Range 2

— Damage —

— Range —

— Damage —

— Range —

38.4 - 51.5m

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>45.7m

— Damage —

16⇩

— Range —

>51.5m⇧

Submachine Guns

PPSH-41

Damage Range Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 10.9m

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 10.4m⇩

Medium Damage Range 1

— Damage —

— Range —

11 - 18.5m

— Damage —

17⇩

— Range —

10.5 - 16.3m⇩

Medium Damage Range 2

— Damage —

— Range —

18.6 - 26m

— Damage —

— Range —

16.4 - 22.8m⇩

Medium Damage Range 3

— Damage —

— Range —

26.1 - 34.2m

— Damage —

— Range —

22.9 - 31.2m⇩

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>34.2m

— Damage —

— Range —

>31.2m⇩

Neck Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.1x to 1x
Upper Torso Multiplier decreased from 1.1x to 1x

Marksman Rifles

MAR-9

Damage Range Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 30.7m

— Damage —

— Range —

20.8m⇩

Medium Damage Range 1

— Damage —

— Range —

30.8 - 44.4m

— Damage —

— Range —

20.9 - 39.3m⇩

Medium Damage Range 2

— Damage —

— Range —

44.5 - 53.5m

— Damage —

— Range —

39.4 - 51.3m⇩

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>53.5m

— Damage —

— Range —

>51.43⇩

Neck Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.2x to 1.1x
Upper Torso Multiplier decreased from 1.2x to 1x
Lower Torso Multiplier decreased from 1.05x to 1x

BUG FIXES

AUDIO

Adjusted the Artillery Beacon explosion audio to reduce secondary echo effects and improve overall clarity.

BUG FIXES

Fixed an issue causing incorrect “Cons” to be displayed for the Kastov 762 Cronen Zero-K and Bruen Clash-40 Optics.
Fixed an out-of-bounds exploit on Cachette.
Fixed an issue causing lobby music to sometimes continue playing in-match.
Fixed some issues with Operator icons displaying or updating incorrectly in the Social bar.
Fixed an issue where Gunny unlock notifications could repeat.
Fixed an issue where Best Play selection could include a clip where the player died part of the way through the Best Play.

On Tuesday, we’ll be wrapping up the Early Access Beta before Weekend Two. Open Beta begins on Friday August 28th and runs through Tuesday September 1st! We will be back with more Patch Notes updates right here every full day of the Open Beta.

SUNDAY AUGUST 23

Day 3 of the Modern Warfare 4 Early Access Beta is here. We’ve got a new 6v6 map, plenty of weapon balance updates, audio tuning, bug fixes and more.

It’s been an exciting start to Beta and we want to share some insights on conversations we’re seeing in the community.

First up, spawns. The Beta is critical for testing Multiplayer spawns because it allows us to find patterns across a huge volume of matches. Based on what we’re seeing, we need to improve. We’re focused on refining spawn placements and logic across all maps and modes. This work is ongoing, and we’ll share more as we get closer to launch.

Time-to-kill remains a focus as we are identifying weapons that are killing too fast and adjusting based on feedback and in-game data.

Additionally we are adjusting several attachments to make them more viable. We’ve removed penalties from some optics and underbarrels. Many “Cons” were also displayed incorrectly in the menu, and we’ve corrected the descriptions to reflect accurate behavior. In the future, this will be even clearer with advanced weapon stats in Gunsmith coming at launch.

We also have a new map and mode coming in and a new playlist coming later today:

CONTENT

Maps
- NEW: Lotus

NEW: Lotus

Modes
- NEW: Gunfight 3v3 (Kill Block)

NEW: Gunfight 3v3 (Kill Block)

Playlists
- NEW: Transit 24/7

NEW: Transit 24/7

GENERAL

Firing Range
- Adjusted lighting and brightness in the Firing Range to improve visibility.

Adjusted lighting and brightness in the Firing Range to improve visibility.

Installation
- Improved the installation process for XBOX players who are missing any content packs required to play the Beta. Players will now be automatically prompted to include these packs during installation.

Improved the installation process for XBOX players who are missing any content packs required to play the Beta. Players will now be automatically prompted to include these packs during installation.

KILLSTREAKS

Attack Helicopter
- Reduced health by 45%.

Reduced health by 45%.

WEAPONS

WEAPON ADJUSTMENTS

Assault Rifles

M4

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.5 to 1.2

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.5 to 1.3

PATRIOT XMR

Gunfight Only

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.42 to 1.22

Kastov 762

Kastov 545 Apex Attachment Damage Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 12.1m

— Damage —

31 ⇩

— Range —

0 - 12.1m

Medium Damage Range 1

— Damage —

— Range —

12.2 - 16.7m

— Damage —

28 ⇩

— Range —

12.2 - 16.7m

Medium Damage Range 2

— Damage —

— Range —

16.8 - 22.8m

— Damage —

23 ⇩

— Range —

16.8 - 22.8m

Medium Damage Range 3

— Damage —

— Range —

22.9 - 39.6m

— Damage —

— Range —

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>39.6m

— Damage —

— Range —

>22.8m

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.35 to 1.3
Neck Multiplier decreased from 1.08 to 1
Upper Torso Multiplier decreased from 1.08 to 1

Submachine Guns

ISO NIGHTSHADE

Damage Range Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 10.1m

— Damage —

23 ⇩

— Range —

9.9m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 1

— Damage —

— Range —

10.1 - 19.5m

— Damage —

19 ⇩

— Range —

9.9 - 17.7m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 2

— Damage —

— Range —

19.5 - 27.1m

— Damage —

15 ⇩

— Range —

17.7 - 25.4m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 3

— Damage —

— Range —

27.1 - 34.5m

— Damage —

14 ⇩

— Range —

25.4 - 32.5m ⇩

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>34.5m

— Damage —

13 ⇩

— Range —

>32.5m ⇩

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.3 to 1.2
Recoil magnitude has been increased.

PPSH-41

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.4 to 1.25

X-58 NYX

Gunfight Only

X-58 Nyx Damage Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 10.2m

— Damage —

29 ⇩

— Range —

0 - 10.2m

Medium Damage Range 1

— Damage —

— Range —

10.3 - 19.8m

— Damage —

— Range —

10.3 - 19.3m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 2

— Damage —

— Range —

19.9 - 27.6m

— Damage —

— Range —

19.4 - 27.3m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 3

— Damage —

— Range —

27.7 - 35.8m

— Damage —

— Range —

27.4 - 35.8m

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>35.8m

— Damage —

— Range —

>35.8m

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.35 to 1.2

Light Machine Guns

FiNN LMG

Damage Range Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 23.6m

— Damage —

33 ⇩

— Range —

0 - 23.6m

Medium Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

23.7 - 47.3m

— Damage —

28 ⇩

— Range —

23.7 - 47.3m

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>47.3m

— Damage —

24 ⇩

— Range —

>47.3m

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.5 to 1.3

TYPE 73

Damage Range Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 26.6m

— Damage —

30 ⇩

— Range —

0 - 26.6m

Medium Damage Range 1

— Damage —

— Range —

26.6 - 51.5m

— Damage —

— Range —

26.6 - 51.5m

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>51.5m

— Damage —

— Range —

>51.5m

Type 73 Assault Apex Attachment Damage Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 26.9m

— Damage —

33 ⇩

— Range —

0 - 25.1m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 1

— Damage —

— Range —

26.9 - 43.1m

— Damage —

30 ⇩

— Range —

25.1 - 37.6m ⇩

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>43.1m

— Damage —

24 ⇩

— Range —

>37.6m ⇩

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.4 to 1.3

Pistols

KRAIT P68

Damage Range Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 13m

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 12m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 1

— Damage —

— Range —

13 - 22.6m

— Damage —

— Range —

12 - 21.8m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 2

— Damage —

— Range —

22.6 - 31.2m

— Damage —

— Range —

21.8 ⇩ - 31.2m

Medium Damage Range 3

— Damage —

— Range —

>31.2m

— Damage —

29 ⇩

— Range —

>31.2m

Head Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.6 to 1.4
Neck Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.25 to 1.15
Upper Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.25 to 1.15
Lower Torso Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.15 to 1
Extremities Multipliers decreased from 1.15 to 1

ATTACHMENT ADJUSTMENTS

Lasers

ALL LASERS

Adjusted the brightness of Weapon Lasers for improved visual clarity.

Muzzles

ALL MUZZLES

Pros, cons, and stats updated in Gunsmith to more accurately reflect muzzle functionality.

Ammunition

FRANGIBLE ROUNDS

Removed stun effect.

Optics

HOLO

ADS Speed penalty has been removed.

MINI REFLEX

ADS Speed penalty has been removed.

REFLEX

ADS Speed penalty has been removed.

Underbarrels

ANGLED GRIP

ADS Speed penalty reduced from +28ms to +22ms.
Sprint to Fire Speed penalty reduced from +15ms to +10ms.

BIPOD

ADS Speed penalty has been removed.

UNDERBARREL LAUNCHER

ADS Speed penalty has been removed.

UNERBARREL SHOTGUN

ADS Speed penalty has been removed.

VERTICAL GRIP

ADS Speed penalty reduced from +22ms to +18ms.
Jog Speed benefit increased by 17%.
Strafe Speed benefit increased by 50%.

AUDIO

Gameplay Audio
- Increased audio volume for the following:
  - Kill Confirmed pickups
  - Domination point captures
  - Frag Grenade fuse
  - Attack Helicopter
- Decreased audio volume for the following:
  - Explosions on Transit 213
- Rebalanced audio mix for the following:
  - Artillery Beacon

Increased audio volume for the following:
- Kill Confirmed pickups
- Domination point captures
- Frag Grenade fuse
- Attack Helicopter
Decreased audio volume for the following:
- Explosions on Transit 213
Rebalanced audio mix for the following:
- Artillery Beacon

Kill Confirmed pickups
Domination point captures
Frag Grenade fuse
Attack Helicopter

Explosions on Transit 213

Artillery Beacon

These adjustments are aimed at improving the overall gameplay audio mix, making important cues easier to identify during combat while reducing sounds that overpower critical intel.

BUG FIXES

Fixed an issue where XBOX PC Vault Edition owners were unable to equip Vault Edition unlocks.

Fixed an issue that could cause FPS drops while readying a Flash Grenade.

Fixed an issue that could cause blood effects to remain visible on the player's screen longer than intended.

Fixed an issue where animation timing discrepancies could occur when observing other players transition from slide to sprint.

Fixed an issue that could cause Artillery Beacon voice lines to play inconsistently.

Fixed an issue that could prevent the Kastov Arc Apex Attachment from functioning properly when equipping an Optic other than its default Optic.

Fixed an issue that caused the Shattered Code Shotgun to display the incorrect Optic when used in the Firing Range.

Fixed an issue that could cause Weapon Inspect information to display incorrectly.

Fixed an issue that could cause Weapon Inspect text to overlap or appear vertically misaligned.

Fixed an issue that could prevent Attachment changes from being properly reflected in the displayed Weapon build.

Fixed an issue that could prevent Loadouts from being saved or duplicated correctly in certain circumstances.

Fixed an issue that could cause text and icons to overlap across various menu interfaces.

Fixed an issue that could cause loading cinematics to appear distorted when using an ultrawide display.

Fixed an issue that could cause a brief white flash to appear in the Front End.

Fixed an issue that caused an unintended debug visual effect to appear on Crossfire impacts.

Fixed an issue where the IW Studio Clan Tag icon was really, really big.

KNOWN ISSUES

Gunny Notifications
- We’re looking at reducing the amount of times Gunny will hit you up with new builds.

We’re looking at reducing the amount of times Gunny will hit you up with new builds.

Match to Match Lobby Sequence
- We’re looking at trimming several countdowns including map voting time in order to get people into matches faster.

We’re looking at trimming several countdowns including map voting time in order to get people into matches faster.

Kill-Cam
- We’re investigating an issue where dying in close proximity to achieving Best Play can result in inaccurate replay.

We’re investigating an issue where dying in close proximity to achieving Best Play can result in inaccurate replay.

Harpoint Spawns on Transit 213
- Spawn placements are tight on this map, we’re making improvements to the map for launch.

Spawn placements are tight on this map, we’re making improvements to the map for launch.

Follow our Trello board for more live issue tracking.

COMING UP

We’re heads down with updates and adjustments throughout the Beta.

Share your best moments, clips, and experiences with us.

We’re not done yet.

SATURDAY AUGUST 22

Thank you to everyone for your energy on Day 1 of the Early Access Beta. We had a blast playing with you, and we’re ready to run it back all weekend.

Day 2 will bring a variety of bug fixes and gameplay adjustments, including a new Map and Mode which join the Multiplayer rotation at 10:00am PT

We’ll be deploying an update shortly that aims to address a lot of the community feedback from yesterday. We heard you loud and clear on the footstep volume, so we’ve adjusted things downward for today. We’ve been following the conversation and agree that time-to-kill (TTK) isn’t quite right yet, so we’ve tuned down the lethality of some of our guns to start. Finally, we made a tweak to boost visibility on Transit 213. Let us know if you think these adjustments are in the right direction, and expect more in the future.

We also know some of you had some trouble getting into the Beta yesterday, and we’ll be working over time to clarify in-game error messaging and improve our Secure Attestation Wizard for PC players. Keep in mind the wizard doesn’t just diagnose issues, it fixes them too, so give it a try if you haven’t already.

We’re working every day of the Beta to improve the experience, so keep the feedback coming. We’re listening.

CONTENT

Maps

NEW: Cachette

Modes

NEW: Inflation
- Eliminate enemies to collect cash.
- Defeat HVT Operators to steal the cash they're carrying.
- The richest players become marked HVTs for everyone to hunt.
- Survive Overtime and get increased cash multipliers.

Eliminate enemies to collect cash.
Defeat HVT Operators to steal the cash they're carrying.
The richest players become marked HVTs for everyone to hunt.
Survive Overtime and get increased cash multipliers.

Here are the Patch Notes for today’s update:

MAPS

Map Voting

We need 4 total maps to enable voting effectively, so with Cachette in the mix this is coming with today’s update.

Transit 213

Brightened shadowed areas.
Adjusted overall color balance.

WEAPONS & ATTACHMENTS

An extra word from the Weapons Team:

Thanks for joining us in the Beta! The changes below are the ones we're already feeling good about, and we're keeping an eye on your feedback and data. Keep sharing it, we're listening!

Submachine Guns

ISO NIGHTSHADE

ISO Nightshade Damage Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 10.5m

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 10.1m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 1

— Damage —

— Range —

10.6 - 20.4m

— Damage —

— Range —

10.2 - 19.5m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 2

— Damage —

— Range —

20.5 - 28.5m

— Damage —

18 ⇩

— Range —

19.6 - 27.1m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 3

— Damage —

— Range —

28.6 - 36.5m

— Damage —

— Range —

27.2 - 34.5m ⇩

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>36.5m

— Damage —

— Range —

>34.5m

ISO Nightshade Additional Adjustments

Headshot Damage Multiplier decreased from 1.4 to 1.3

Marksman Rifles

ORIS 8.6

Oris 8.6 Damage Adjustments

Maximum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 23.6m

— Damage —

— Range —

0 - 20.8m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 1

— Damage —

— Range —

23.7 - 34.7m

— Damage —

— Range —

20.9 - 31.2m ⇩

Medium Damage Range 2

— Damage —

— Range —

34.8 - 47.2m

— Damage —

— Range —

31.3 - 47.2m

Medium Damage Range 3

— Damage —

— Range —

47.3 - 67m

— Damage —

— Range —

47.3 - 67m

Minimum Damage Range

— Damage —

— Range —

>67m

— Damage —

— Range —

>67m

Oris 8.6 Additional Adjustments

Head Damage Multiplier reduced from 1.7x to 1.6x

Apex Attachment Adjustment

Oris 8.6 Razor
- Increased the time between throws.

Increased the time between throws.

Attachments

Frangible Rounds
- Reduced Frangible slow duration by 26.8%.
- Reduced Frangible slow magnitude by 21.4%.

Reduced Frangible slow duration by 26.8%.
Reduced Frangible slow magnitude by 21.4%.

AUDIO

Footsteps & Player Sound Effects

Reduced the distance at which enemy footstep and gear audio can be heard.
Decreased overall enemy footstep and gear audio volume.

Our objective for movement audio is to indicate when enemies are approaching without revealing their exact positions at a distance. We’ll continue looking at feedback on this topic throughout the Beta.

CHALLENGES

Daily Challenges

Enabled the ability to reroll Daily Challenges.

BUG FIXES

Fixed an issue where players were unable to start or complete the Mobility Course.
Fixed a bug that could cause footstep audio to incorrectly use wet-surface sounds when players were moving across dry areas.
Fixed an issue that prevented the Global Panel from being opened using its assigned keybind.
Fixed a disconnect issue caused by Seeker Drones.
Fixed various errors when navigating in the front-end menu.
Fixed an issue that could cause an error when entering the Gunsmith without a valid Weapon selected.
Fixed various errors when switching between or reconnecting controllers.
Fixed an issue where joining a friend from the menu would prevent you from being able to access some settings.
Fixed a bug that caused party members to remain in a looping animation in the Multiplayer Lobby.
Fixed an issue that could make certain magnified Optics opaque while aiming down sights.
Fixed a rare disconnect issue in Gunfight 10v10.

KNOWN ISSUES

Join in progress is temporarily disabled on Kill Block
- We know this isn’t ideal! We’re actively working on a fix for this issue that’s caused by a bug in the round transition.
Cooking some lethals can result in an FPS drop.
- We’re investigating reports of this and hope to have a fix soon.

We know this isn’t ideal! We’re actively working on a fix for this issue that’s caused by a bug in the round transition.

We’re investigating reports of this and hope to have a fix soon.

Follow our Trello board for live issue tracking throughout the day.

NEXT UP

We love seeing your posts, clips, and videos - keep them coming. Your feedback is what is going to make this game the best Modern Warfare, and we’re focused on those improvements.

We’ll see you in the lobby.

THURSDAY AUGUST 20

On behalf of everyone across Infinity Ward and our partners, Ready Up! We've been waiting for this moment for a long time, and we're incredibly excited to finally share Modern Warfare 4 with all of you.

This Beta is for the community. It's for the culture. It's your opportunity to jump in, put everything to the test, and help shape what's next for Modern Warfare.

We can't wait to see the moments you create, the stories you'll tell, and the feedback you'll share.

From all of us at Infinity Ward, thank you for believing in what Modern Warfare can be and for being part of this journey with us. Now it's your turn. Jump into the Beta, squad up with your friends, make some incredible memories, and show us what you've got.

The Modern Warfare 4 Beta is almost here.

This page is your home base throughout the Beta. We’ll keep it updated with the latest patch notes, live issues, and updates from the team. If something changes, you’ll find it here.

Weekend One is your first chance to jump into Modern Warfare 4 Multiplayer and get hands-on with new movement, weapons, maps, modes, and systems we’ve been building for the past few years.

For the first time in a Call of Duty Beta, we’re also opening up a full Campaign mission, giving you an early look at the story, characters, and world of Modern Warfare 4 before launch.

And this is just the beginning. When the Open Beta returns for Weekend Two, we’ll raise the Player Level cap, unlock additional Multiplayer content, and bring Warzone Resurgence into the mix with our brand-new map, Zodiac.

The Beta is one of the most important parts of development. It’s our opportunity to put Modern Warfare 4 through its paces at scale, and your opportunity to help shape the experience. Throughout both weekends, we'll be watching, listening, and working behind the scenes to make each day better than the day before.

So jump in, put Modern Warfare 4 to the test, and let us know what you think. We can't wait to hear your feedback.

It all kicks off tomorrow with Call of Duty NEXT. Tune-in tomorrow at 9:00 AM PT for a first look at the Modern Warfare 4 Beta. Our developers will be sharing new gameplay details, giving you a closer look at what’s coming, including Call of Duty: Warzone news.

Watch the official Call of Duty: NEXT livestream here.

The Modern Warfare 4 Early Access Beta begins tomorrow at 11:00 AM PT and runs through August 25 at 10:00 AM PT, with the Open Beta returning from August 28 at 10:00 AM PT through September 1 at 10:00 AM PT.

Pre-load is now available: visit the COD Blog for more information for more. Let’s get into it.

Early Access Day One: August 21

Here’s what you can expect when the Beta goes live tomorrow:

Maps

Rooftops
Silkworm
Transit 213
Kill Block

Modes

Team Deathmatch
Domination
Hardpoint
Kill Confirmed
Mobility Course
Kill Block 10v10 Gunfight

Featured Playlists

Quick Play (Team Deathmatch, Domination, Hardpoint, Kill Confirmed)
Open Moshpit (Team Deathmatch, Domination, Hardpoint, Kill Confirmed)
Kill Block
Mobility Course

Mobility Course

MW4’s grounded movement prioritizes fluidity and freedom. We made a Mobility Course for players to learn, experiment, and master the system. Spend a few minutes learning the basics, or a few hours challenging yourself for the best time possible. Either way, you'll feel the difference the next time you load into Multiplayer.

Weapons

Weekend One gives you access to 14 weapons that showcase MW4’s variety, personality, and balance. The team has worked hard on handling, presentation, and gameplay with the goal of delivering the best first-person gunplay we’ve ever made. Gunsmith lets you push the boundaries of each weapon’s capabilities, and Apex Attachments let you take those builds even further.

With weapon progression, we cut down redundant attachment grinding. Attachments you've already earned can be used on other guns as well, giving you more customization options faster as your arsenal expands.

We’ve spent countless hours playtesting these weapons, honing their designs, and dialing in the tuning, and we’re excited to finally get them into the hands of our players.

Here’s are some Apex Attachments the team suggests you try out in Beta:

The Han 86 transforms into the Han X20 Skybreaker. This advanced weapons system mounts to the top of the receiver and allows the platform to deploy 20mm airburst rounds which detonate at a specified distance.
The X-58 Nyx becomes the X-58 Void. Complete with a brass catcher and an extended, wrapped suppressor, the X-58 Void is the ultimate stealth platform - hiding enemy death markers and obfuscating the directional hit indicators of its targets.

Killstreaks

In MW4's Killstreak system, a kill still counts as a point no matter what mode you're in. However, we want to make sure we reward objective players as well. With our new Smart Streak layer, taking a Domination Flag, holding a Hardpoint, or planting the Data Spike all contribute to your Killstreak Meter.

Progression & Rewards

Every Multiplayer match earns XP toward your Player Level, unlocking additional gameplay content as you progress through Beta.

During Weekend One, the level cap is Level 20. When the Open Beta begins in Weekend Two, the cap increases to Level 30, with additional Weapons, Equipment, Perks, Killstreaks, and rewards.

Here’s what you can earn throughout both weekends:

PC Experience

For more on the Beta experience on PC, check out the COD Blog.

As a reminder, PC players must have TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled to play the Modern Warfare 4 Beta online.

These Windows security features provide a trusted foundation for RICOCHET Anti-Cheat and make system-level tampering more difficult, helping protect the integrity of the Beta from Day One.

If you already have TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled, you’re ready to go. If either feature is disabled, you won’t be able to play the Beta online.

Players can also run the Call of Duty Secure Attestation Wizard before jumping in to verify their PC meets the required security standards.

Feedback and Live Issues

The Beta is a critically important part of testing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 at scale. Expect daily updates for bug fixes, gameplay adjustments, and new maps and modes.

Below is a list of known issues that we’re currently investigating:

4x optics may display incorrectly while aiming down sights
The loadout selection screen may remain visible after a match begins
When observing other players transition from slide to sprint, there may be animation timing discrepancies
Joining a party may lead to a "Press A to Start" or black screen when accessing the Quick Nav
Quick Draw attachments may cause a frame rate drop in ADS
PC Players may experience a hitch in their first match played
Use of recording software such as NVIDIA ShadowPlay may cause hitching on some PCs

You can track the status of known issues and get the latest updates from the team on the official Modern Warfare 4 Trello Board.

If something seems broken to you… it probably is. Share it with us so we can help. Please include your platform, match ID (in the bottom left-hand corner of your screen), and any photos or videos to help us fix things faster.

In addition to the Modern Warfare 4 Patch Notes, you can find additional real-time communications from us through @CODUpdates on X and @InfinityWard across platforms.

We’ll be right here playing this game with you, listening to the conversation, and digging into feedback during Beta.

Ready up. We’ll see you online.

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