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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta Steam numbers haven't budged in the second weekend, despite Warzone's arrival and transformative patch

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta sees stagnant Steam numbers despite new features and Warzone launch

By · Published August 31, 2026 at 12:26 UTC · Updated August 31, 2026 at 17:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: PCMag · Lindenlink · ign.com · Insider Gaming · Dot Esports · Eurogamer.net.

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The brief

The second weekend of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta has seen no change in Steam player numbers. Eurogamer.net was first to report this stagnation, despite the arrival of Warzone and a significant patch that introduced new features.

PCMag, Insider Gaming, Dot Esports and IGN have all focused on the beta's new features and optimizations. Eurogamer.net's reporting stands in contrast to the other outlets, which have emphasized the beta's new content and settings.

The beta continues, with no indication of a change in player numbers.

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Quick answers

What new features have been added to the Modern Warfare 4 beta?

The beta has introduced a tactical sprint feature called Blood Rush and new loadouts for the M4.

What is the current state of the Modern Warfare 4 beta on Steam?

The beta's Steam player numbers have not changed in the second weekend, despite new content and optimizations.

What is Warzone in Modern Warfare 4?

Warzone is a new mode added to the Modern Warfare 4 beta.

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Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 Steam Warzone Beta Gaming

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