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All information contained within these reports is based on unconfirmed leaks, rumors, and speculation. Nothing has been officially announced by Activision or Infinity Ward. Information is subject to change or may be entirely inaccurate. Proceed with caution and a grain of salt!

CALL OF DUTY 2026: MODERN WARFARE 4

MEDIUM RELIABILITY

Unpacking the Next Chapter of Modern Warfare

Developer: Reportedly Infinity Ward leading development with full focus on next-gen capabilities.
Title: Heavily rumored to be Modern Warfare 4 (MW4), continuing the rebooted Modern Warfare saga.
Setting: The campaign is said to be set largely in Korea, featuring both South Korea and North Korea in significant roles. The Tumen River area, being a tri-border region, aligns well with this setting.
Timeline: The campaign is rumored to take place in 2026, immediately after the events of Modern Warfare III (2023).
Factions: Iconic characters from Task Force 141 (Captain Price, Gaz, Ghost) are expected to return, alongside the SAS and the Republic of Korea Army (ROK Army) as playable factions. Makarov and the Konni group are likely still central antagonists.
Engine/Graphics: Rumors suggest MW4 might finally ditch last-gen console support (PS4, Xbox One), potentially allowing for significant graphical improvements and new gameplay features.
Campaign Reception: Leakers have stated the campaign "sounds promising and different from other stuff they've done previously," aiming to address criticisms of MW3's campaign.
Weapon Platforms: The controversial "Weapon Platforms" feature from Modern Warfare II (2022) might return in MW4, requiring players to level up specific weapons to unlock others within a "platform" tree.

Sources: Multiple industry insiders, reliable leakers on social media, and development sources
Last Updated: June 22, 2025

DMZ MODE: THE RETURN OF DMZ 2.0

HIGH RELIABILITY

The Highly Anticipated Evolution of Extraction Warfare

Return Confirmed: Multiple reliable leakers have strongly indicated that DMZ will return as a third core game mode in Call of Duty 2026.
"DMZ 2.0": This implies a significant overhaul or new iteration of the mode, learning from the previous version's shortcomings.
Free-to-Play: Some leaks suggest DMZ 2.0 will be a Free-to-Play (F2P) component, potentially separate from the main game purchase.
PvE and PvPvE Options: Major rumored feature offering:
- Pure PvE (Player vs. Environment) mode: Focus solely on missions and AI combat
- PvPvE (Player vs. Player vs. Environment) mode: Traditional DMZ with both AI and players
Enhanced AI: Leaks point to "newly enhanced AI," suggesting more challenging and intelligent bot enemies.
Increased Player Count: Rumors indicate potentially 36+ players per map, a significant increase from previous DMZ iterations.
Dedicated DMZ Maps: Unlike previous DMZ which used Warzone maps, DMZ 2.0 is rumored to feature dedicated maps including the "Tumen" map.
Updates and Live Service:
- Major updates every 2 seasons
- Smaller updates mid-season
"Headquarters" Feature: New maps and a "Headquarters" hub for managing loadouts, missions, and operator progression.
Standalone Feel: DMZ 2.0 aims to feel more like its "own" mode rather than an appendage to Warzone.

Sources: Industry insiders, beta testers, development leaks
Last Updated: June 22, 2025
Confidence Level: High - Multiple corroborating sources

Development Timeline

Q4 2024

Initial Development

MW4 enters full production phase with Infinity Ward focusing on Korean setting and next-gen capabilities.

Q1 2025

DMZ 2.0 Concept

DMZ 2.0 development begins with focus on PvE/PvPvE modes and enhanced AI systems.

Q2 2025

First Leaks Surface

Initial rumors about Korean setting and DMZ return begin circulating through industry sources.

Q3 2025

Beta Testing

Closed alpha/beta testing reportedly begins for select features and gameplay mechanics.

Q4 2025

Official Reveal Expected

Industry expects official announcement and first gameplay reveal during this period.

2026

Launch Window

Expected release timeframe for Call of Duty 2026: Modern Warfare 4 with DMZ 2.0.

Map Intelligence

Exclusive Map Footage

Leaked footage showcasing potential map layouts and tactical positions

Tiered Threat System

A prominent red circle with concentric rings, strongly suggesting a tiered threat system. The central, darkest red area would logically represent the highest threat, with the intensity decreasing outwards."extreme threat," "high threat," "medium threat," and "low tier" (outer side).

The idea of a tiered AI system would be a significant evolution for DMZ, potentially making gameplay more dynamic and challenging in different areas of the map.

Dynamic AI Difficulty:.
Varied Gameplay: Different threat zones could offer different types of objectives, rewards, and enemy types, enhancing replayability.

HIGH RELIABILITY

Tumen River Zone

Primary DMZ 2.0 map featuring the tri-border region between China, North Korea, and Russia. Expected to include urban, rural, and industrial sectors.

RUMORED

Dynamic Weather

Reports suggest dynamic weather systems affecting visibility and tactical approaches. Rain, snow, and fog conditions confirmed in leaks.

CONFIRMED

Night Operations

Day/night cycle implementation with enhanced night vision gameplay mechanics. Tactical lighting and stealth elements emphasized.

LIKELY

INTELLIGENCE SUMMARY

Key Takeaways

While still in the realm of speculation, the vision for Call of Duty 2026's DMZ mode is one of a more ambitious, standalone extraction shooter experience set in a conflict-ridden Korea, offering diverse environments and a choice between cooperative and competitive play.

The rumored improvements to both the main campaign and DMZ mode suggest Infinity Ward is taking community feedback seriously and working to deliver a more polished, feature-rich experience.

The future of Call of Duty looks... explosive.

Next Update Expected: July 15, 2025
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