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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta's first weekend numbers are in, and they're good
The initial weekend of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta has concluded with impressive player numbers, peaking at 115,145 concurrent users on Steam. This beta, primarily available to pre-order players and those who received codes, suggests a strong interest in the game. While the numbers are commendable, they fall short of the previous Modern Warfare 2 beta's record. Developers have actively updated the beta experience, leading to potential for improved performance during the upcoming open beta sessions. In comparison, while the concurrent players were below some rival titles, there remains optimism for better metrics as more players join in the next phases.
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Published 24 Aug 2026, 08:50 UTC2 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Modern Warfare 4 beta peaked at 115,145 concurrent players on Steam
- Beta mainly available to pre-order players with free codes available
- Potential for increased numbers during upcoming open beta sessions
- The beta has been actively updated with new modes and balance tweaks
- Previous titles showed higher peak player counts
Interesting facts
- The beta is separate from the main Call of Duty app, making tracking easier.
- Modern Warfare 2 beta reached 168,330 peak players, setting a high bar.
- Battlefield 6's beta peaked at over 521,000 players, illustrating competitive pressure.