Modern Warfare 4 beta's first update is live, adding a new map, mode, and toned-down footsteps

Key Points:

• Infinity Ward released the first major update for the Modern Warfare 4 beta, addressing key player feedback such as reducing enemy footstep audio volume and range, and tuning down the lethality of certain weapons like the ISO Nightshade SMG and Oris 8.6 marksman rifle.
• The update introduces a new map, Cachette, and a new mode called Inflation, which involves collecting cash by eliminating enemies and defeating high-value targets, with the richest players becoming marked for others to hunt.
• Map voting has been enabled with the addition of Cachette, as the system requires at least four maps to function properly; visibility improvements were also made to the Transit 213 map by brightening shadowed areas and adjusting color balance.
• Numerous bug fixes were implemented, including resolving issues with Mobility Course completion, audio inconsistencies, controller reconnection errors, and menu navigation problems, while some known issues like join-in-progress on Kill Block and FPS drops when cooking lethals remain under investigation.
• The beta runs until August 25 for pre-orders with an Open Beta planned from August 28 to September 1, and Infinity Ward continues to actively collect player feedback and improve the game experience throughout the testing period.