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How to Sign Up for COD Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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How to Sign Up for COD Modern Warfare 4 Open Beta

Another year, another Call of Duty title where Activision has continued the trend of offering an early opportunity to test out the game before launch with an open beta program. Upon the announcement of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Activision indicated that an open-beta program would be in place ahead of the October 23, 2026, launch. With missing bits of information waiting for the dots to be connected, this article will help you make sense of everything we know so far about the MW4 Open Beta.

The beta program is said to be divided into two phases, in which players who pre-order the game will get Early Access to the game, and players will be able to experience the multiplayer content ahead of the public test phase. Players who skip pre-ordering the game will be able to join in during the second weekend of the testing phase.

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Release Date, Price, Platforms, and Story Revealed

The beta is confirmed to be released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and Battle.net. A notable gap is the lack of support for the last generation of consoles, as PS4 owners are not eligible to participate. Nintendo Switch 2 is also expected to get the game, but whether its players will be able to play the beta is still up for debate.

Joining the beta does not take a lot, especially for players who pre-ordered the game, who will be able to play it right away without having to register or punch in any code. Players who pre-ordered a physical copy will get a code from the retailer or receive an email containing it, which can be redeemed on the Beta Redemption Portal, upon which they can download the beta client.

Joining the beta is straightforward. Digital pre-orders automatically grant Early Access without requiring a code. Players who purchase physical copies will receive a beta access code from participating retailers, either through a receipt or email. Once redeemed on Activision’s beta redemption portal, players can download the beta client when it becomes available.

The beta will allow players to get a look at Modern Warfare 4’s updated multiplayer experience, which includes the new movement and weapon mechanics. The test period is a crucial time for Activision, as the large-scale feedback they receive from the program helps fine-tune the game ahead of launch. Whether players join through Early Access or the free public test, the beta offers an opportunity to experience the next chapter of the Modern Warfare series before launch.

Arc Raiders Wins Nordic Game of the Year Award

Sonu Banerjee
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Arc Raiders Wins Nordic Game of the Year Award

Embark Studios had a night to remember at this year’s Nordic Game Awards. Held on May 28 during the Nordic Game conference in Malmö, Sweden, Arc Raiders walked away with the Nordic Game of the Year title, and it didn’t stop there.

Alongside securing the Nordic GOTY, the popular Extraction Shooter also took home awards for Best Audio and Best Technology, making it a triple-winner on the evening.

The Nordic Game Awards were packed to the brim with some amazing titles. Arc Raiders managed to edge out games like Battlefield 6, Dune: Awakening, Split Fiction, and My Winter Car to claim the top prize.

Split Fiction, which was nominated for four awards, took home Best Game Design, while Battlefield 6, despite three nominations, left empty-handed.

Nordic Game Awards 2026 Winners List

Below, we’ve included the full list of winners at the Nordic Game Awards 2026:

  • Nordic Game of the Year: ARC Raiders
  • Best Art: The Midnight Walk
  • Best Game Design: Split Fiction
  • Best Technology: ARC Raiders
  • Best Audio: ARC Raiders
  • Best Fun for Everyone: LEGO Voyagers
  • Best Debut: Discounty

It’s been quite a run for Arc Raiders. Previously, we’ve seen the Extraction Shooter pick up the title for Best Multiplayer Game at The Game Awards 2025 and Online Game of the Year at the 29th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards, and now it culminates with their first GOTY.

Riot Removes Cypher From Valorant After Game-Breaking Bug Surfaces

Sonu Banerjee
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Riot Removes Cypher From Valorant After Game-Breaking Bug Surfaces

Riot Games has officially removed Cypher from all game modes in Valorant after a game-breaking bug involving his Spycam surfaced on social media forums.

The bug in question enables Cypher to turn his Spycam into a hidden killing machine by equipping it with any pistol. To trigger it, Cypher can throw his pistol into the Spycam, switch to the camera’s perspective, press 2 to equip the pistol on his camera, and then open fire on unsuspecting enemies.

This bug isn’t exactly a new one either, and was present in Valorant at the time of its closed beta before being patched out at the time of its global release. The bug has resurfaced in Valorant once again following the latest 12.10 patch, which introduced the ability to watch friends’ replays alongside other changes.

Riot Temporarily Disables Cypher From Valorant Queues

Shortly after the bug surfaced online, the Valorant devs confirmed that they are disabling Cypher from all queues to work on this issue.

“Not this s**t again,” Riot dev Penguin said on X. “We’re on it, Cypher’s been disabled for now.”

At the time of writing, Cypher has already been disabled from Valorant and cannot be played in Competitive, Unrated, or any other official queues.

When is Cypher Returning to Valorant?

Unfortunately, Riot Games hasn’t provided an exact date for Cypher’s return to Valorant as of yet.

However, the devs have stated that a fix is actively being worked on, suggesting the Agent could return within the current patch cycle.

In the meantime, players will have to make do without one of Valorant’s more popular Sentinels.

CS2 Patch Introduces Sticker Bookmarking

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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CS2 Patch Introduces Sticker Bookmarking

Valve has released a new update ahead of the Cologne Major, featuring a plethora of gameplay improvements, map optimisations, and bug fixes to make the game more stable.

From the patch notes, Valve has addressed stability improvements directly, which is always a welcome change. Along with stability improvements, the update promises smoother performance, better hit registration, and improved competitive gameplay. The community has responded positively to these changes, which greatly focus on improving the game.

Rarely has an update been exclusively focused on improving the game, and as we prepare for the Major, a stable game will not only bring an improved experience but also make the game more consistent. Continued efforts from the developers have made massive improvements over time, and despite a plethora of unaddressed issues, Counter-Strike continues to thrive.

Find the patch notes below:

[ COLOGNE 2026 ]

  • Added ability to bookmark stickers in Cologne 2026 Shop.

[ MISC ]

  • Added convar r_spectator_flashbang_opacity to control flashbang opacity for remote spectators.
  • Flashbang effect for remote spectators now renders underneath the HUD.
  • Stability improvements

[ MAPS ]

Ancient

  • Updated clipping to prevent certain boost locations

Sanctum

  • Updated to the latest version from Steam Workshop

FIFA Reveals Multi-Partner Gaming Strategy Ahead of the 2026 World Cup

Aritra Patra
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FIFA Reveals Multi-Partner Gaming Strategy Ahead of the 2026 World Cup

FIFA published its updated Digital Football Strategy on May 28, 2026, laying out how it plans to grow its presence across gaming and esports through partnerships with multiple developers instead of relying on a single publisher.

The announcement came weeks before the FIFA World Cup 2026, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

From one partner to many

FIFA’s updated strategy shifts the organization from a single-partner model to a structured, multi-partner ecosystem, with the goal of improving reach across multiple gaming genres, platforms, and audiences.

The current partner lineup includes Roblox, Epic Games, Konami, SEGA/Sports Interactive, Gamefam, Mythical Games, and Solace Games. Netflix and Delphi Interactive are also part of the portfolio through a separate agreement for an upcoming football simulation game.

FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström said the approach is designed to give Member Associations and commercial partners more ways to participate. “Our ambition is to build a sustainable and adaptable ecosystem that reflects how football is experienced today and how it’ll continue to evolve in the future,” he said.

FIFA has categorised the games in its portfolio into four genres: football action simulation, football action non-simulation, non-action simulation, and non-action non-simulation. The organization says this suite of games is aimed at around 1.8 billion football gaming fans worldwide.

The Netflix game

The most talked-about part of the announcement is a new FIFA football simulation being developed by Delphi Interactive and launching exclusively on Netflix Games ahead of the World Cup.

Netflix members will be able to play the game on iOS and Android and on select smart TVs, using their phones as a controller. The game is free with a Netflix subscription.

The title is described as a “clean break” from traditional console games, with a focus on fast, approachable gameplay rather than extreme realism.

Netflix Games President Alain Tascan said the goal is to bring football back to basics. “We want to bring football back to its roots with something everyone can play with just the touch of a button,” he said.

FIFA has said full details about the game will be shared ahead of its scheduled June release, with the FIFA World Cup Launch Edition serving as the starting point for a product that is planned to later expand across consoles, PC, and mobile.

This is FIFA’s most visible gaming partnership since its decades-long relationship with Electronic Arts ended in 2022, when the two sides failed to reach a new licensing agreement. FIFA 23 was the last EA title under the FIFA name, and EA rebranded its football series as EA Sports FC.

Warzone Is Shutting Down on PS4 and Xbox One This Year

Aritra Patra
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Warzone Is Shutting Down on PS4 and Xbox One This Year

Call of Duty’s popular free-to-play battle royale, Warzone, will stop working on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One later in 2026. Activision confirmed the shutdown on May 28 as part of a larger blog post announcing Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.

Why Is Warzone Leaving Last-Gen Consoles?

Modern Warfare 4 is the first Call of Duty game in years to skip PS4 and Xbox One entirely. The game launches October 23 on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. As it has with previous titles, Activision plans to integrate MW4 with Warzone shortly after launch. Because MW4 will not run on last-gen hardware, Warzone on those platforms has no path forward.

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Release Date, Price, Platforms, and Story Revealed

The Shutdown Happens in Phases

Activision is not pulling the plug all at once. The process runs across three stages:

  • Phase 1: Starting June 4, Warzone will no longer be available for new downloads on PS4 and Xbox One. Players who already have it installed can keep playing until MW4 Season 1 begins.
  • Phase 2: On June 25, the in-game store for Warzone on PS4 and Xbox One will close. Purchases like Call of Duty Points bundles will no longer be available on those platforms. Players can still progress through free Battle Pass tiers to unlock weapons for Black Ops 7 seasons.
  • Phase 3: After Season 1 of Modern Warfare 4 begins, Warzone will no longer be playable on PS4 and Xbox One. Season 1 is set to launch shortly after the game’s October 23 release date.

What Happens to Your Progress?

Players do not lose everything when the shutdown hits. Progression from PS4 and Xbox One will carry over to PS5, Xbox Series X/S, or PC, as long as you play on the same linked Activision account.

Players who still have a Call of Duty Points balance when the game closes can also keep it. Since the currency is tied to the Activision account rather than the console, it will still be there when they move to a new platform.

Activision confirmed on its support site that all other Call of Duty games will remain playable online on PS4 and Xbox One. Only Warzone is affected.

MW4 Will Bring New Content Into Warzone

When MW4 Season 1 begins, Warzone will integrate Modern Warfare 4 content and seasonal progression as part of a connected experience between the two titles. This is how every major Call of Duty release has worked for the past several years.

MW4 launches October 23 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2. An open beta is planned ahead of launch.

PS4 and Xbox One Are Now Nearly 13 Years Old

Both consoles launched in late 2013. Supporting Warzone on hardware that is nearly 13 years old has likely created technical constraints for the development team. The timing still puts some players in a tough spot. Console prices have gone up considerably over the past year. A PS5 in 2026 costs more than it ever did before, which means some players still on PS4 or Xbox One may not be in a position to upgrade.

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Release Date, Price, Platforms, and Story Revealed

Aritra Patra
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Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Release Date, Price, Platforms, and Story Revealed

Activision and Infinity Ward have officially revealed Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4. The game launches on October 23, 2026, and is now available for pre-order.

What Platforms Will MW4 Launch On?

Modern Warfare 4 will be available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Steam, Battle.net, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.

This marks the first time in 13 years that Call of Duty will release on a Nintendo platform. Infinity Ward partnered with Digital Legends to develop a native Modern Warfare 4 experience for Switch 2. The game is built exclusively for current-gen platforms.

The Story

Infinity Ward has described the campaign as “dark” and “gritty.” Players take on the role of Private Park, a South Korean soldier thrust into war for the first time.

The official story description from Activision reads: War breaks out on the Korean Peninsula as North Korea launches a full-scale invasion. Captain Price returns, waging a personal war from the shadows while staying ahead of those hunting him. His mission eventually collides with the forces driving the invasion, and the conflict spirals beyond anyone’s control.

The trailer also shows a rooftop confrontation between Price and Ghost. The two former allies appear to be on opposing sides in this entry, which has already left fans divided.

Campaign Locations

The campaign goes well beyond Korea. Players will fight through trench warfare in Korea, close-quarters combat in New York, high-speed chases in Paris, SAS night raids in Mumbai, and city-wide assaults across occupied territory.

Multiplayer and DMZ

Multiplayer in Modern Warfare 4 adds Ballistic Authority, 12 Core maps, and a dynamic Kill Block system.

DMZ also returns. Players operate behind enemy lines, running extractions from contested zones where every decision on objectives and timing matters.

A fuller reveal, including the DMZ mode, is set for June 7, 2026, as part of the Xbox Games Showcase during Summer Game Fest 2026.

Price and Pre-Order Details

Modern Warfare 4 comes in two digital editions. The Standard Edition is priced at $70. The Vault Edition costs $100, though eligible players can bring that down to $90 through a 10% loyalty discount.

To qualify for the loyalty discount, players must own and have played at least one Call of Duty title released in 2019 or later on the same platform account used for pre-order. Eligible titles include Modern Warfare (2019), Black Ops Cold War, Vanguard, Modern Warfare II, Modern Warfare III, Black Ops 6, and Black Ops 7. The offer is valid on pre-orders only, until October 23, 2026.

The Vault Edition includes the Hostile Alliance Operator Pack with four operator skins for Price, Valeria, Ghost, and Blix; a Special Forces Operator Pack with four skins representing the UK, Germany, France, and South Korea (each with local language voice packs); a Signature Weapon Collection with five signature weapons; one season of BlackCell; and a DMZ Deployment Bonus.

Pre-ordering any digital edition also grants early access to the Open Beta and the Hunter Killer Operator Skin, which unlocks immediately in Black Ops 7 and Warzone.

The Vault Edition is only available digitally. There is no physical version.

Valorant VAN Restriction Windows Build Error: How to Fix

Sonu Banerjee
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Valorant VAN Restriction Windows Build Error: How to Fix

Recently, a number of players have reported facing a VAN restriction error when trying to log into Valorant on older Windows versions. This issue is rendering a lot of legitimate players unable to play the Riot Games’ shooter, with the error typically stemming from Valorant’s controversial anti-cheat Vanguard enforcing stricter operating system requirements

The official Valorant system requirements page states that players need at least Windows 10 build 19041 or newer to be able to play the game. However, recent reports suggest that players on Windows 10 are encountering this error even if they meet the minimum requirements.

So what exactly causes the infamous VAN restriction Windows build error in Valorant, and how can you fix it?

In this article, we’ll take a look at everything we know so far about this annoying issue that is rendering players unable to play Valorant, and check out potential solutions.

How to Fix Valorant VAN Restriction Windows Build Error?

As confirmed by Riot dev ‘ItsGamerDoc’ on X, players who encounter the Valorant VAN restriction Windows build error have no other option than to upgrade their Windows versions.

“Upgrading is your only solution,” the Riot dev said when responding to claims that several users and prominent content creators have been unable to play Valorant as a result of this error.

In a follow-up statement, the dev confirmed that this error can be triggered by a vulnerable driver present on users’ systems that has IOCTLs that can read and write memory.

“It can also be certain system integrity flags behaving weirdly that cheaters can use. It’s just a lot of vectors we have to cover, but we cannot ban based on them without additional verification.”

With that being said, if you’re encountering the aforementioned VAN Restriction error when playing Valorant, your best bet would be to upgrade to Windows 11 before relaunching the game. Note that once you upgrade, you will also have to enable TPM 2.0 and UEFI Secure Boot to be able to log into the Riot Games title.

Fortnite Servers Down for Maintenance on May 28

Sonu Banerjee
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Fortnite Servers Down for Maintenance on May 28

Fortnite servers throughout the globe have been taken down for maintenance on May 28, 2026, leaving the community eager to know when the servers for the beloved battle royale will be brought back up. 

For the uninitiated, the Fortnite servers are currently down for maintenance as part of Epic Games’ biweekly update schedule. This marks the final update for Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 2, with the devs gearing up for the launch of a new season in a few weeks. 

Fortnite May 28 Update Maintenance Downtime

The exact duration of the Fortnite May 28 maintenance has not been revealed by Epic Games as of yet.

As mentioned earlier, Fortnite servers worldwide were taken down at around 4 AM ET, and the maintenance is expected to take at least a few hours. 

When Will the Fortnite Servers Be Back Up? 

While the devs haven’t revealed when the Fortnite servers will be brought back up, fans can expect the May 28 maintenance to last for at least 3-4 hours.

With that being said, players should be able to jump back into the action at around 8 AM ET on the same day. 

That’s everything you need to know about the Fortnite May 28 maintenance. Be sure to keep an eye on Epic Games’ official social media handles for regular updates on the topic.

How Does CS2 Souvenir Trade-Up Work

Sarjyo Mukherjee
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How Does CS2 Souvenir Trade-Up Work

As Counter-Strike 2 players wait to welcome the IEM Cologne 2026 Major with open arms, one of the hottest topics that has arisen is how the new CS2 souvenir trade-up works and what its implications are in the grand scheme of things. As mixed reactions surface regarding the trade-up system, we will take a deep dive to understand how it works and how you can make the most of it.

What is the new trade-up system?

The latest Trade Up system allows players to put in 10 skins of a certain rarity to get one skin of a higher tier. Tournament collectables, like souvenir skins, could not be used through this system. However, the Major update will allow souvenir skins to be included in trade-up contracts under specific conditions.

Upon using the new souvenir skins in a trade-up contract, however, they will be stripped of their souvenir tags, which means that the specifics like the tournament name and match details will be gone for good once put into a trade-up contract. You can put it in a trade-up from one of the input collections. The output item is still randomised, but one of the collections is included in the trade-up.

What does it mean for the players?

The new system offers players the opportunity to optimise their inventories, as this will allow them to get rid of the low-value skins that can be used to craft upper-tier and more desirable skins. Including souvenirs has no downsides, but their only function is to yield a higher-tier skin, which may not be as expensive.

Souvenir skins have a value of their own, which often surpasses the value of the output skin despite being from a lower tier of rarity. These skins in themselves have a collectable nature, which makes them rare and unique, and can often become more expensive with time. While it is not always recommended to use them in Trade Up, the factor of chance can turn your fortune at any time.

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