DMZ Early Access — MW4

Modern Warfare 4's extraction mode is playable before launch. DMZ Early Access opened October 20 — here's who gets in, how, and what's actually live.

Started: Oct 20, 2026 Full launch: Oct 23 Requirement: Digital pre-order Map: Hajin

DMZ Early Access is live now. Anyone who digitally pre-ordered or pre-purchased MW4 — Standard or Vault Edition — can deploy into DMZ as of October 20, three days ahead of the October 23 full launch. Works on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, Battle.net, Steam, and Switch 2.

How to get DMZ Early Access

Buy MW4 digitally — Standard or Vault Edition both qualify — on your platform's store.
The early access entitlement attaches automatically; no separate code or beta key.
Launch the game and pick DMZ from the mode select.

Disc/physical pre-orders do not unlock early access. Buying digitally today still grants DMZ access immediately — the window stays open until the October 23 launch makes DMZ free for all owners.

Early access timeline

Date	Unlock
Oct 16	Campaign Early Access (digital pre-order)
Oct 20	DMZ Early Access (digital pre-order)
Oct 23	Full game launch — DMZ opens to everyone

What's live in early access

Full DMZ mode on the Hajin map — this is the real mode, not a limited beta.
Forward Operating Base (FOB) — your persistent hub with Stations for Orders, Stash/Loadouts, the 3D Printer, Operators, Boss Board, and Deploy.
Progression carries into the full launch — loot, FOB upgrades, and unlocks you earn now stay.

First-deployment tips

Run the first deployment light — learn extraction points before bringing expensive gear.
Finish easy contracts early to stockpile DMZ Cash and FOB materials.
Extract early and often; every successful run compounds, and greed is the #1 run-killer.

FAQ

Is DMZ Early Access a beta? No — it's the full mode launching alongside the game, opened early to pre-order players. Progress carries over.

Does progress reset at launch? No — Activision confirmed early access progression persists.

Can I get in without pre-ordering? Not for early access — everyone else gets DMZ on October 23.