Activision Makes Modern Warfare 4 DMZ Free
Players can try the extraction mode at no cost until November 11, with progress carrying over to the full game.
Updated on Nov. 8, 2026 in Gaming
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Activision has made the DMZ extraction mode of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 free to play until November 11. Anything earned during the DMZ trial carries over to the main game, which costs US$69.99.
Why it matters
The free period lowers the barrier for new players to enter the DMZ mode set in Hajin on the Korean Peninsula. Progress carrying over to the full game gives trial players a reason to continue after the offer ends.
The full Modern Warfare 4 game costs US$69.99, and DMZ is available free through November 11 with earnings carrying over. The DMZ mode was revamped for newcomers with story missions, PvE encounters, new weapons, gear and locations.
The players
Activision
Activision is the video game publisher behind the long-running Call of Duty franchise, including Modern Warfare 4.
Call of Duty Endowment
The Call of Duty Endowment is a charitable organization associated with the franchise that helps veterans find employment.
The details
Players can drop into DMZ solo or with a squad, collect loot and objectives, and then choose whether to extract or push deeper for better rewards. Regions include an irradiated Fallout reactor, a secured prison complex, the remains of Hajin City and a heavily defended military base.
Timeline
October 20: Preorder players gained DMZ early access.
October 23: Modern Warfare 4 launched on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2.
November 8: Free DMZ period announced.
November 11: Free DMZ period ends.
Franchise Strategy
The free DMZ window mirrors the free-to-play access model Call of Duty established with its Warzone battle royale. Offering part of the paid game at no cost follows the same playbook of using a free mode to draw players into the wider title.
Players can try DMZ at no cost until November 11, and anything they earn carries over to the full game. Those who want to keep playing after the trial will need to buy Modern Warfare 4 for US$69.99.
The takeaway
If you are curious about DMZ, the free window makes it a low-cost way to test the mode before deciding on the full game. Progress made during the trial remains with you if you decide to buy.
What happens next
The free DMZ period ends on November 11, after which access returns to the paid version of Modern Warfare 4.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Stevivor.
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