To download Call of Duty Modern Warfare, you need to clear at least 108 GB of free space and then use the Battle.net launcher on PC or your console's store to begin the download. This process includes both the base game and a mandatory day one update, so you can download call of duty modern warfare and start playing the Boot Camp tutorials after the first 15 GB on PC.
Before you download call of duty modern warfare: Checking system requirements, ensuring 108 GB of free space, and instal
Before you begin, verify that your system meets the minimum requirements to run the game. On PC, check your processor, RAM, and graphics card against the official specifications listed on the Call of Duty website. You should have about 108 GB of free hard drive space to download and/or install the game and download the day one update. On console, before beginning any game installation, it is recommended to check for and install any available console updates. Allow any updates to install completely before beginning your game installation.
Purchase and get your game code
You can buy Call of Duty Modern Warfare as a digital download or a physical disc. For a digital copy on PC, purchase directly through the Battle.net website. On PlayStation or Xbox, buy from the PlayStation Store or Microsoft Store. If you buy a physical copy, the game code or disc will be included in the box. Keep your game code safe, you will need it to redeem the game on your account.
Set up the Battle.net launcher on PC
- Go to the official Battle.net website and download the launcher installer.
- Run the installer and follow the on-screen prompts to install the Battle.net app.
- Launch the Battle.net app and log in to your account. If you do not have an account, create a free one using your email address.
This launcher is your hub for managing and launching Call of Duty Modern Warfare on PC. Download speeds may vary based on region, connection type, and the speed of your internet connection, so a wired connection is recommended for faster downloads.
Redeem your code and start the download
- Open the Battle.net launcher and log in.
- Select "All Games" from the menu.
- Find and select "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare".
- If you have a game code, click the "Redeem a Code" option and enter your code. The game will be added to your library.
- Select the "Install" button to download and install the game. The download includes both the base game and the day one update.
If you pre-ordered a digital edition, visit your platform's store on launch day to begin downloading and installing the game. If you didn't preload, the preload content will download in conjunction with the base game download.
Manage the download and start playing
On PC, when the download reaches 15 GB, you'll be able to launch the game and play the Boot Camp tutorials while the rest of the base game and the day one update are still downloading. This is a great way to get familiar with the controls without waiting for the full installation. If you'd rather skip large installs entirely, you can play valorant without download through cloud gaming services. For a lighter social deduction fix that needs no install, you can also play among us without downloading right in a mobile browser. The day one update must be installed completely to access the full game, so let the download finish in the background. Once the entire download and installation are complete, launch the game from the Battle.net launcher and choose your preferred mode, single-player campaign, multiplayer, or co-op.
Downloading on PlayStation and Xbox
PlayStation 4
- Select the "Settings" menu from the PlayStation 4 home screen.
- Select "System Software Update".
- Install any available updates. Follow the onscreen steps to complete the update.
- Insert the game disc or go to the PlayStation Store to start the download.
- If using a disc, you will be able to launch the game before the disc has finished installing, at roughly 80%. Launching the game at this time may result in a loading screen that can last up to nine minutes. It is recommended to allow the disc to install completely before launching the game.
- After the disc has completely installed, you'll be able to launch the game and play the Boot Camp tutorials while the day one update is still downloading. The day one update package for PlayStation 4 is roughly 47 GB.
Xbox One
- Press the "Home" button to open the dashboard menu.
- Select "Settings" from the bottom of the menu, then select "All Settings".
- Select "System", then select "Updates".
- Select "Update Console" if the option becomes available.
- Insert the game disc or go to the Microsoft Store to start the download.
- If your Xbox One has automatic downloads enabled, some game content may have already been downloaded. Otherwise, the preload content will download in conjunction with the base game download.
On both consoles, the day one update is mandatory and must finish installing before you can access the full game. Once the download is complete, you can jump into any game mode and start playing.
