Early Modern Warfare 4 is widely regarded as one of the best Call of Duty campaigns to date.

The campaign for Modern Warfare 4 launched on October 16 for those who pre-ordered digitally, and initial reactions are pouring in. So far, the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with many fans expressing their appreciation for the campaign.

Set against the backdrop of South Korea, players join Price as he battles Makarov and confronts a new threat known as The Archer, all while tensions escalate into a war between North and South Korea. This installment delivers a gripping political and military thriller, featuring open-ended levels that hint at the upcoming DMZ mode. In contrast to the criticism aimed at the campaign of Black Ops 7 from last year, Modern Warfare 4 is receiving accolades.

A glance at the top posts on the Modern Warfare 4 subreddit reveals just how much players are enjoying the campaign. One user, Havkas, described it as the “best campaign since the original trilogy,” noting that it “plays like a perfect blend of the modern entries and the original trilogy.” This sentiment resonates throughout the subreddit, with fans viewing the campaign as a triumphant return to form for the Modern Warfare series after some less impressive recent outings. Another user, Resting-Tiger, even claimed the game features “MW2OG levels of storytelling,” drawing favorable comparisons to one of the franchise’s most celebrated campaigns.

The critical reception of Modern Warfare 4’s campaign is also encouraging. While one outlet has yet to review it, another praised the campaign, highlighting that a “consistently strong set of missions manages to juggle a bloated cast successfully,” reflecting the feelings of players who have experienced the game firsthand. While excitement typically surrounds any new Call of Duty release, it’s evident that Modern Warfare 4 is making a strong impression during a relatively low period for the franchise.

Although the official release date for Modern Warfare 4 is October 23, which applies to its physical version and standard multiplayer modes, those who pre-ordered digitally can dive into the campaign now and will gain access to the DMZ extraction shooter mode on October 20.

The Danish actor will portray “The Archer.”