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Gaming News #8

15 August 2026

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Modern Warfare 4's Beta and Call of Duty NEXT Both Land August 21

Activision confirmed the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta schedule. Early access for pre-orders runs August 21 to 25, and the open beta for everyone runs August 28 to September 1. Call of Duty NEXT, the multiplayer reveal show, airs August 21. The second weekend adds Warzone, a new Warzone map, and Ground War. It plays on PS5, Xbox Series, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. Full launch is October 23.

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Discussion Topics

  1. Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2: real crossplay parity, or a compromised port?
  2. Does locking early beta access behind a pre-order still feel gross in 2026?
  3. Warzone only shows up in weekend two: smart pacing, or hiding the messy part?
  4. Will Call of Duty NEXT sell you on MW4, or is hands-on beta the only thing that matters?