How to Get MW4 Beta Access (Dates, Platforms & Key)
Updated 8/9/2026
To get MW4 beta access you redeem a Modern Warfare 4 beta key. Early Access runs Aug 21–25, 2026 (Xbox, PS5, PC) and the Open Beta Aug 28 – Sep 1 (also Nintendo Switch 2). Get a key three ways: pre-order the game, win a free key in a giveaway, or buy an MW4 beta key — then redeem it and play before the Oct 23 launch.
What is MW4 beta access?
MW4 beta access lets you play the Modern Warfare 4 beta before the game's full release on October 23, 2026. There are two windows — Early Access (Aug 21–25, 2026) and the Open Beta (Aug 28 – Sep 1). To get in you need a Modern Warfare 4 beta key (also called a beta code) tied to your platform.
MW4 beta dates and platforms
| Phase | Dates | Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Early Access | Aug 21 – Aug 25, 2026 | Xbox Series X/S, PS5, PC |
| Open Beta | Aug 28 – Sep 1, 2026 | Xbox, PS5, PC, Nintendo Switch 2 |
How to get an MW4 beta key
There are three ways to get into the Modern Warfare 4 beta:
- Pre-order Modern Warfare 4. Beta access has traditionally come with a pre-order of the game — the simplest official route if you were going to buy MW4 anyway.
- Win a free key in a giveaway. We run free MW4 beta key giveaways in our Discord — join, enter the current giveaway, and you could get early access for free, no purchase needed.
- Buy an MW4 beta key. If you don't want to pre-order the full game, you can buy an MW4 beta key from €9 and get your code delivered fast.
How to redeem your MW4 beta code
- Sign in to your platform account (PSN, Xbox, or Battle.net / Steam on PC).
- Open the "redeem code" screen for your store.
- Enter your Modern Warfare 4 beta code.
- Download the beta and jump in the moment Early Access opens on August 21.
Which platforms is the MW4 beta on?
Early Access is playable on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5 and PC. The Open Beta adds Nintendo Switch 2, so all four platforms can play the second weekend (Aug 28 – Sep 1).
FAQ
When does the MW4 beta start?
The Modern Warfare 4 Early Access beta starts August 21 and runs to August 25, 2026. The Open Beta then runs August 28 – September 1, 2026.
Can I get MW4 beta access for free?
Yes — you can win a free MW4 beta key in our Discord giveaways, or get access by pre-ordering the game. Otherwise you can buy a beta key and redeem it on your platform.
Do I need to pre-order to play the MW4 beta?
No. Pre-ordering is one way to get beta access, but you can also win a free key in a giveaway or buy an MW4 beta key separately and redeem it — no full-game pre-order required.
What platforms is the MW4 beta on?
Early Access is on Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and PC. The Open Beta also adds Nintendo Switch 2, so it's playable on Xbox, PS5, PC and Switch 2.
