Here's your initial intel on how to watch Call of Duty: NEXT, along with pre-loading the Early Access Beta right now, and the Weekend One content waiting when the Call of Duty Beta begins this Friday.
Early Access Eligibility: The Modern Warfare 4 Early Access (Weekend One) Beta is available to players who have redeemed a Beta Code or who have pre-ordered or pre-purchased Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 4, either the Standard Edition or the Vault Edition.
Note: A Beta Code is not needed to play the Early Access Beta if you’ve already pre-ordered a digital version of the game.
Open Battle.net, select Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 4, choose the Beta version if prompted, and click Install.
Modern Warfare 4 Beta RewardsProgress through both Weekends of the Modern Warfare 4 Beta, rank up, and unlock cosmetic rewards along the way.
The countdown to playing Modern Warfare 4 is almost over. Here's your initial intel on how to watch Call of Duty: NEXT, along with pre-loading the Early Access Beta right now, and the Weekend One content waiting when the Call of Duty Beta begins this Friday.
Tune in Details: Call of Duty: NEXT
Join the global Call of Duty community for Call of Duty: NEXT, live at 9:00 AM PT on Friday, August 21. Serving as the central command center for Modern Warfare 4, NEXT brings together reveals, developer insights, live gameplay, and creator broadcasts from around the world into one global event.
Then, at 11:00 AM PT, the Modern Warfare 4 Beta officially launches. Deploy alongside players worldwide and be among the first to experience everything Weekend One has to offer in Call of Duty’s biggest Beta ever.
Modern Warfare 4 Early Access Beta: Getting Started
Modern Warfare 4 Beta Schedule
Weekend One (Early Access): August 21 at 11:00 AM PT – August 25 at 10:00 AM PT
August 21 at 11:00 AM PT – August 25 at 10:00 AM PT Weekend Two (Open Beta): August 28 at 10:00 AM PT – September 1 at 10:00 AM PT
Pre-load the Early Access Beta Now
Pre-loading for the Early Access (Weekend One) Beta is now live on Battle.net. If you're joining both Beta weekends, you only need to install the Beta once, as any updates and progression will carry over into Weekend Two. Before you deploy, sign in with your Activision Account to ensure your eligible Beta Rewards are tied to your profile and ready when Modern Warfare 4 launches.
Early Access Eligibility: The Modern Warfare 4 Early Access (Weekend One) Beta is available to players who have redeemed a Beta Code or who have pre-ordered or pre-purchased Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 4, either the Standard Edition or the Vault Edition.
Note: A Beta Code is not needed to play the Early Access Beta if you’ve already pre-ordered a digital version of the game. If you’ve pre-ordered a physical edition of the game, the Beta code will be printed on the retail receipt or sent to you via email on an online receipt.
Redeeming Your Beta Code: If you’ve acquired a Beta Code, click here and follow the instructions to redeem it and access the Beta. Beta codes for Early Access can be acquired through various promotions prior to the Beta.
How to Access and Launch the Beta
Battle.net (PC)
Preload (Available Now): Open Battle.net, select Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 4, choose the Beta version if prompted, and click Install.
Open Battle.net, select Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® 4, choose the Beta version if prompted, and click Install. Launch (Available at 11:00AM PT on Friday, August 21): Press Play once the Beta is live.
Modern Warfare 4 Beta Rewards
Progress through both Weekends of the Modern Warfare 4 Beta, rank up, and unlock cosmetic rewards along the way.
Weekend One: Reach Level 20 to unlock the first five Beta Rewards, culminating with the "Dread Tiger" Operator Skin for Reece.
Reach Level 20 to unlock the first five Beta Rewards, culminating with the "Dread Tiger" Operator Skin for Reece. Weekend Two: Return to continue progressing to Level 30, unlocking all eight Beta Rewards, including the "Beta Forged" Weapon Blueprint for the Han 86 Assault Rifle.
These rewards can only be earned during the Modern Warfare 4 Beta and will be available in the full game at launch for players who unlock them.
Beta Rewards
Player Level 4: "Through the Paces" Legendary Emblem
"Through the Paces" Legendary Emblem Player Level 8: "First Served" Weapon Charm
"First Served" Weapon Charm Player Level 12: "Meonjeo" Legendary Weapon Sticker
"Meonjeo" Legendary Weapon Sticker Player Level 16: "Last Charge" Legendary Calling Card
"Last Charge" Legendary Calling Card Player Level 20: "Dread Tiger" Operator Skin – Reece
"Dread Tiger" Operator Skin – Reece Player Level 23: "Field Tested" Epic Spray
"Field Tested" Epic Spray Player Level 26: "Beta Rights" Epic Loading Screen
"Beta Rights" Epic Loading Screen Player Level 30: "Beta Forged" Weapon Blueprint – Han 86
Additional Rewards
There's even more to unlock throughout the Modern Warfare 4 Beta. Keep an eye out for additional cosmetic rewards earned through a variety of activities, including:
Default Items (immediately available): 3 Emblems, 3 Calling Cards, 1 Spray, and 3 Loading Screens
3 Emblems, 3 Calling Cards, 1 Spray, and 3 Loading Screens Mobility Course Challenge Reward: Clockwork Charm.
Clockwork Charm. Combat Record Rewards: [CLASSIFIED] Weapon Blueprint, Emblem, and Charm.
[CLASSIFIED] Weapon Blueprint, Emblem, and Charm. [CLASSIFIED] Challenge Reward: [CLASSIFIED].
Twitch Drops
Link your Activision account with Twitch to earn additional rewards by watching your favorite creators during Call of Duty: NEXT and throughout the Modern Warfare 4 Beta.
Call of Duty: NEXT Twitch Drops
These rewards are available for watching the Call of Duty: NEXT broadcast.
"Gas Ready" Emblem (for watching 15 minutes)
(for watching 15 minutes) "Rapple Repel" Calling Card (for watching 30 minutes)
(for watching 30 minutes) "Ghost Helmet" Charm (for watching 45 minutes)
Modern Warfare 4 Beta Twitch Drops
These rewards are available for watching your favorite creator throughout the Modern Warfare 4 Beta.
"Get Tactical" Emblem (for watching 15 minutes)
(for watching 15 minutes) "Clearing House" Calling Card (for watching 30 minutes)
(for watching 30 minutes) "Action Ready" Charm (for watching 45 minutes)
For further details on linking your Twitch account, click here.
Discord Account Linking Live for Beta
When the Beta goes live, link your Activision ID and Discord account to unlock a more connected player experience in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and beyond. By completing Discord Account Linking, you'll be eligible to receive a unique Calling Card when Modern Warfare 4 launches. It's a quick, secure way to connect your legacy in Call of Duty to your friends and communities in Discord. Look out for more Discord-integrated social features going live later this year!
Cruise on over to the "Account Linking" tab on your Activision Profile to get started and remember to visit the Call of Duty Official Discord Server for the latest and greatest news plus a special MW4 Beta LFG channel to help you meet new squadmates.
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