Call of Duty Warzone to Shut Down on PS4 and Xbox One as Modern Warfare 4 Marks End of Last-Gen Support

Activision has confirmed that Call of Duty Warzone will be removed from PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on 4 June 2026, with gameplay access ending alongside the launch of Modern Warfare 4’s first season later that year. This shutdown marks the end of last-gen Warzone support as Modern Warfare 4 becomes the first series entry exclusive to current-generation platforms.

On 28 May 2026, Activision officially announced that Call of Duty Warzone is shutting down on PS4 and Xbox One. The withdrawal of last-gen support coincides with the release schedule of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, which launches exclusively on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and, notably, the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. This major transition underscores the franchise’s push towards new generation hardware and enhanced technical capabilities.

Key Details: Warzone Shutdown Timeline and Platform Impact

• Removal from Stores:
  Call of Duty Warzone will be delisted from PlayStation 4 and Xbox One digital storefronts on 4 June 2026.
• Purchasing End Date:
  All in-game purchases on affected platforms will cease as of 4 June 2026.
• Final Playability:
  Warzone will remain playable on PS4 and Xbox One until the launch of Modern Warfare 4’s first season, at which point access to the game will be fully discontinued for last-gen users.
• Modern Warfare 4 Release:
  Modern Warfare 4 launches on 23 October 2026, with its first season set to begin “shortly” thereafter, according to Activision.
• Continued Access:
  Until the cut-off date, players on last-gen platforms can continue to unlock battle pass content, but all progress and purchases must be completed before the final shutdown.

“From June 4, Call of Duty Warzone will be removed from PS4 and Xbox One storefronts, and in-game purchases will stop. However, the game will remain playable until the release of Modern Warfare 4’s first season, with battle pass content able to be unlocked. After the release of Season 1, Warzone will no longer be playable on PS4 and Xbox One.” — Activision, announcement 28 May 2026.

Modern Warfare 4: New Platform Focus and Franchise Evolution

Modern Warfare 4 represents a significant departure for the Call of Duty franchise as it is the first major title in the series not to be released on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. The game, described by developer Infinity Ward as “a new technical benchmark” for Call of Duty, will launch “exclusively” for current-gen PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and, the first in series history, on Nintendo Switch 2.

Infinity Ward confirmed live on Activision’s official stream that MW4 will be set in Korea and will offer three main game modes: campaign, multiplayer, and DMZ. The developer described the new release as “gritty” and “authentic”, promising an immersive experience built to utilise the capabilities of the latest consoles and PC hardware.

The integration of Warzone progression and content with Modern Warfare 4 continues the tradition of seasonal updates, but the move away from last-gen consoles is definitive. Activision has signalled the start of “a major year of content and seasonal experiences” that deliberately targets newer hardware, enhancing gameplay fidelity and feature sets beyond previous technical limits.

What This Means for Last-Gen Players and Call of Duty Progression

For existing PS4 and Xbox One players, ongoing access to Call of Duty Warzone is now time-limited. Battle pass progression and content unlocks will be available until the Modern Warfare 4 Season 1 cut-off, but after this, full access will require an upgrade to current-gen hardware. The company’s announcement emphasises a clean break with last-gen support.

Modern Warfare 4’s Korea setting, Switch 2 debut, and enhanced technical ambitions all reinforce Activision’s intent to consolidate Call of Duty’s future with next-gen players. The company’s decision to sunset Warzone on older systems is expected to consolidate the player base and streamline support for live-service features tied to new platforms.

Key quotes:

• Activision: “From June 4, Call of Duty Warzone will be removed from PS4 and Xbox One storefronts, and in-game purchases will stop… After the release of Season 1, Warzone will no longer be playable on PS4 and Xbox One.”
• Infinity Ward: “Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is a new technical benchmark for the franchise, built exclusively for the latest generation consoles and PC.”

Summary Block:

• Call of Duty Warzone last playable on PS4/Xbox One: Until Modern Warfare 4 Season 1 launches (shortly after 23 October 2026)
• Modern Warfare 4 platforms: PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, Nintendo Switch 2 only
• Reason for change: Shift to next-gen technical standards and new content schedules