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Samsung's big Call of Duty deal brings early Modern Warfare 4 access; Gamescom 2026 booth will feature playable demos on Odyssey monitors

Samsung has partnered with Activision for the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, offering early access to select players from August 21-25. The game will feature HDR10+ Gaming and a 32:9 aspect ratio, with a playable demo at Gamescom 2026 on Odyssey monitors.

Digital Trends Digital Trends17 August 2026 · 07:32 UTC
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Samsung has officially partnered with Activision for the highly anticipated Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, integrating advanced features like HDR10+ Gaming to enhance visual quality. The game is set to launch on October 23 and will support a 32:9 aspect ratio for an immersive experience.2

As part of the promotion, selected players can access the Modern Warfare 4 Beta from August 21 to August 25 through the Samsung Promotion app, with a wider Open Beta scheduled from August 28 to September 1.

Samsung will showcase the game at Gamescom 2026, where attendees can experience playable demos on premium Odyssey gaming monitors from August 26 to August 30. Visitors to the booth will also have the chance to receive Modern Warfare 4 Vault Edition Battle.net codes, promising a bustling presence in Cologne.3

This collaboration marks a significant step for both companies, aiming to enhance the gaming experience while showcasing cutting-edge technology in the gaming industry.

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“At Gamescom 2026, Samsung will offer playable Modern Warfare 4 on Odyssey monitors from August 26-30, and select visitors will receive Vault Edition Battle.net codes, likely drawing crowds to its Cologne stand.”
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