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Gaming News #14

21 August 2026

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Coming soon Call of Duty official

Call of Duty NEXT Reveals Modern Warfare 4 as the Beta Goes Live

Activision ran its Call of Duty: NEXT showcase on August 21 at 9:00 AM PT, giving the first full look at Modern Warfare 4's multiplayer maps, modes, weapons, and progression. The Modern Warfare 4 beta launched two hours later at 11:00 AM PT. Early access runs August 21 to 25 for pre-order holders on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC; a free open beta follows August 28 to September 1 and adds Nintendo Switch 2. Full launch is October 23.

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Discussion Topics

  1. First real look at Modern Warfare 4: a step up from last year, or another annual reskin?
  2. Early access locked to pre-orders. Fair reward, or paying to test the game?
  3. Switch 2 gets the open beta. Can it actually run Modern Warfare 4 at a competitive frame rate?
  4. What did Call of Duty NEXT show that changes whether you buy on October 23?