LoadoutMW4 release date and DMZ early access times
Modern Warfare 4 launches on October 23, 2026 at midnight local time. Digital pre-orders get early access in two stages: the campaign from October 16, and DMZ from October 20 at 10 AM PT.
| What | Date | Who |
|---|---|---|
| Campaign early access | Fri, Oct 16, 2026 | Digital pre-orders |
| DMZ early access | Tue, Oct 20, 2026 · 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 5 PM UTC | Digital pre-orders |
| Full launch (all modes) | Fri, Oct 23, 2026 · midnight local time | Everyone |
Who qualifies for early access
You qualify if you digitally pre-ordered or pre-purchased the Standard Digital Edition or the Vault Edition on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, PlayStation 5, Battle.net, Steam or Nintendo Switch 2. Activision notes that the start times can be affected by outages and time zones, and that platform availability may change.
Install size
The official PC requirements list 115 GB of SSD space at launch. See the full MW4 PC system requirements.
What to do on day one in DMZ
Read how DMZ works, then use our starter loadout guide. It explains what you can bring before the Gunsmith unlocks at DMZ level 10.
FAQ
What time does MW4 DMZ early access start?
DMZ early access started on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 5 PM UTC for players who pre-ordered digitally.
What time does Modern Warfare 4 release?
The full game releases on October 23, 2026 at midnight local time in each region.
Who gets early access?
Anyone who digitally pre-ordered or pre-purchased the Standard Digital Edition or the Vault Edition, on any supported platform.
When did the MW4 campaign early access start?
Campaign early access started on Friday, October 16, 2026 for digital pre-orders.