Activision has released the Modern Warfare 4 Launch Patch Notes ahead of the global launch of the highly anticipated Call of Duty game. The patch focuses on new multiplayer maps, weapon customization, movement improvements, and gameplay changes ahead of the game’s October 23, 2026, release.
Here are the key areas Activision will be addressing on launch:
Multiplayer Maps and Game Modes
Modern Warfare 4 will launch with 20 multiplayer maps optimised for different game modes to ensure the most engaging experience.
Core 6v6 Maps
The 12 core multiplayer maps are:
- Cachette
- Coal
- Lithium
- Lotus
- Mumbai
- Munition
- Nautical
- Reactor U92
- Rooftops
- Sentry
- Silkworm
- Transit 213
Ground War Maps
- Imjin Farmland
- Wolves Stadium
- Forest
Gunfight Maps
The four dedicated 2v2 Gunfight maps are:
- Cafe
- Library
- NYC
- Smuggler
Multiplayer Game Modes
Modern Warfare 4 will offer a plethora of game modes to choose from. Moving away from the traditional game modes, the latest version of the game will include variations that might offer players a more refreshing experience.
- Team Deathmatch
- Domination
- Hardpoint
- Kill Confirmed
- Free-for-All
- Frontline
- Search and Destroy
- Gunfight
- Gun Game
- Inflation
- Hijack
- Collateral
- Combat Outpost
Weapon Balancing and Gameplay Improvements
The major patch released ahead of the launch of Modern Warfare 4 suggests that the developers have incorporated feedback from the beta into the update. The gameplay mechanics have seen significant changes from the beta, making the game feel more balanced. MW4 will bring tons of new weapons to choose from, along with all-time favorites, to make the gunfights more exciting.
PRIMARY WEAPONS
ASSAULT RIFLES
- Han 86
- M4
- Hyeon Burst
- Patriot XMR
- Kastov 762
- Oden
- Axion
- Cronen Squall
SUBMACHINE GUNS
- ISO Nightshade
- VEL 46
- Wz.55 Striga
- PPSh-41
- X-58 Nyx
SHOTGUNS
- Rezi 12
- Warlord
LIGHT MACHINE GUNS
- Finn LMG
- Type 73
- APOC-338
MARKSMAN RIFLES
- MAR-9
- Oris 8.6
- Mosin-Nagant
SNIPER RIFLES
- KG-7 Vulcan
- Astaroth .57
- Signal 50
SECONDARY WEAPONS
PISTOLS
- Sang 9mm
- Krait P68
- .50 GS
- Mojave .357
LAUNCHERS
- PILA
- RPG-8
- JOKR
- PM-40 Anvil
MELEE
- FSS Carbon Edge 1095
Building on the game’s existing mechanics, the developers have also improved player movement, multiplayer spawns, and weapon progression. Building on the existing features, the update makes attachments and upgrades more meaningful.
Bug Fixes and Launch Updates
Moving away from the more significant improvements, the update also addresses multiplayer crashes, audio issues, visual glitches, and several DMZ bugs. In addition to these, improvements to map loading, tactical equipment, and killstreaks aim to deliver a smoother experience and will be included in this update.
Find the detailed patch notes here.
