Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is set to debut in full in October, when it will reveal a new cinematic campaign and multiplayer mode with regular updates throughout its multiple seasons. But players eager to suit up and jump into battle early will have a chance to do so very, very soon. Beyond the multiple beta previews for COD's multiplayer mode, there's a separate week set aside for campaign early access. That means players could potentially play the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 campaign mode a full week before the rest of the world.
This sequel to 2019's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare is actually a reboot of the original Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, and will, as such, feature a new storyline, characters and engine, so it'll all look more polished and exciting than ever before. Plus, it'll still include the same tight, action-packed gunplay you're used to from the previous games.
As for actually playing the game, it's still a couple of months away, but if you want to get in on the game early, you can absolutely do so. Call of Duty has always been good about letting those who want to see and play everything early have a chance to do so, even if that means extended beta periods, early access by purchasing the game, or other methods that make it fair for anyone who wants to be involved.
Looking to find out how to play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 early? How about how to join the Modern Warfare 2 beta? Read on for details about what you should do if you want to experience the campaign a week before the rest of the world, and which version of the game you should set your sights on.
How to Play Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Early
If you want to get early access to the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 campaign mode, you can work on doing so right now. All you need to do is preorder a digital edition of Modern Warfare 2 to get early campaign access. This means you'll receive a code that you input on the platform of your choice (Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC) that will unlock the portion of the game you'll be able to play early.
In addition, you'll also get several "previously unannounced rewards," according to a blog post on the official Call of Duty website. You'll have an entire week to complete the campaign before the full game debuts on October 28.
All Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Preorder Bonuses
In addition to getting early access to Modern Warfare 2, you'll receive content alongside your preorder that you can use in Call of Duty: Vanguard and Call of Duty: Warzone. That includes Beta Early Access and content you may use in Modern Warfare 2, all by preordering.
When you preorder Modern Warfare 2, you'll get the following perks:
- A week of early access to the full MW2 campaign
- Full game access on October 28
- Open Beta Early Access for multiplayer play
- Final Judgment Bundle: Includes the Legendary Deathknell Operator Skin and the Legendary Bloodthirsty Weapon Blueprint, both of which can be used in Vanguard and Warzone.
When you preorder Modern Warfare 2 Vault Edition, you receive:
- All previous rewards
- Season One Battle Pass and 50 Tier Skips
- Ghost Legacy Pack: 20+ free items celebrating the iconic character from Task Force 141 for Modern Warfare (2019) and Warzone, available upon preorder.
- Red Team 141: Four playable Multiplayer Operators: Ghost, Price, Soap, and Farah, each in a masked outfit that can be used during the Open Beta.
- FJX Cinder Weapon Vault: More details to come during the Call of Duty: Next event, as well as the new Gunsmith, which can be used during the Open Beta.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is set to debut on October 28.
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