A Minor Flaw in a Solid Foundation: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 Multiplayer Beta
The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 multiplayer beta is praised for its improved movement and gunplay, though it faces criticism for minor design flaws. The review highlights a successful blend of mechanics from previous titles.
Why it matters
Gaming betas serve as critical feedback loops for developers to refine mechanics before a major commercial release.
Playing the multiplayer beta for Modern Warfare 4 naturally brings a four-character idiom to mind: "Baekbyeokmiha," or "a minor flaw in an otherwise flawless jade." The core fundamentals of a shooter—visuals, gunplay, movement—have improved leaps and bounds, but other elements end up dampening those positive points. While these issues are by no means fatal, minor flaws can stack up and derail what could otherwise be a great game. Here is a breakdown of what stood out in the beta and what should be refined before launch.
The Good: A Great Blend of Modern Warfare 2019 and 2023
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