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"People wanted faster movement, but not this fast" - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta players aren't happy with slide spammers and the increased pace of the game

2026-08-25

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The first beta weekend of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has come to a close after five days of intense multiplayer action. Despite being available mainly to players who pre-ordered the game, the beta attracted a large number of players on Steam and other platforms, demonstrating the franchise's enduring popularity. As the test period wrapped up, the community quickly voiced their opinions, with a major point of contention being the game's movement system. Many players are unhappy with slide spamming and the drastically increased pace of combat. While they had requested faster movement, they argue that the developers overcorrected, turning matches into slide-heavy chaotic battles where tactical positioning and gunfight skill take a backseat. Some say the game now heavily favors aggressive movement techniques, further widening the skill gap between veteran players and newcomers. Others worry that the faster pace undermines map design and weapon balance, causing the game to drift away from the classic Call of Duty identity. With the beta now concluded, all eyes are on the developers to see how they respond to this feedback. Balancing speed and strategy will be crucial for the final release, as the community expects a game that retains its hallmark accessibility while evolving its gameplay. The feedback from this beta is likely to shape upcoming updates and the overall reception…

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"People wanted faster movement, but not this fast" - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta players aren't happy with slide spammers and the increased pace of the game

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