Modern Warfare 4: Everything We Know About the Upcoming Release and the Controversy Surrounding the “Gunny” Feature

Call of Duty is preparing to launch the highly anticipated part of its series, Modern Warfare 4, on October 23, 2026, the official date announced by Activision for the main parts of the series. The new installment, developed by Infinity Ward, will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Battle.net, as well as the Nintendo Switch 2 for the first time.

The Gunny Feature: A Smart Assistant or Just Codes?

The most controversial feature in Modern Warfare 4 is Gunny, a new tool in the famous Gunsmith system that helps players build their weapons quickly based on their playstyle. Some believed it works with artificial intelligence (AI) similar to ChatGPT after a screenshot circulated showing Gunny writing text instructions for the player.

However, Infinity Ward strongly responded, confirming that Gunny is “not artificial intelligence” but a fully manually developed feature by the Weapons Team at the studio. In an official tweet, the developer said: “Gunny was designed by human hands from our developers, not AI. It recommends builds based on the parts you’ve unlocked for each weapon and helps you switch loadouts quickly between matches. Try it in the beta.”

The controversy arose after a prominent leaker (TheGhostOfHope) tweeted that Gunny is an “AI chatbot,” sparking a wave of criticism from the Call of Duty community, which is tired of AI infiltrating everywhere.

Call of Duty Events: Between Rumors and Reality

This is not the first time Activision has had to respond to TheGhostOfHope’s rumors. In February 2026, a rumor spread about a standalone Zombies game, and Activision officially responded: “The factories are working at full capacity. This is not true.” In March, Activision demanded the leaker stop sharing confidential information, even if it was false, as it harms developers and confuses players’ expectations.

Important Dates and Prices

  • 📅 Official Release: October 23, 2026
  • 🎮 Platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch 2
  • 🧪 Beta: Date not yet announced
  • 💰 Expected Price: $69.99 (Standard Edition)

FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When will Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 be released?
A: Official release on Friday, October 23, 2026.

Q: Does the Gunny feature use artificial intelligence?
A: No, Infinity Ward confirmed it is a manually developed feature without AI, although some believed it was a chatbot due to its text display method.

Q: Will the game be available on Nintendo Switch 2?
A: Yes! For the first time in the series, Call of Duty is launching on Nintendo Switch 2.

Q: When will the beta be released?
A: The date has not been announced yet, but it is said to be released two months before the launch.

Q: What is the price of the game in Saudi Arabia?
A: The global price is $69.99, and the expected price in Saudi Arabia is around 250-299 SAR for the Standard Edition.

Conclusion

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 looks very promising this year, especially with the new Gunny feature aimed at making players’ lives easier. Despite the controversy over artificial intelligence, Infinity Ward clarified the matter and confirmed that the feature is made by developers. We await the beta soon to see the difference in reality.

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