Corrupted cache can confuse the system into not recognizing game ownership, while missing packs or invalid licenses can block access to certain game modes. Now that you know the causes, let’s discuss the solutions.
1. Launch Call of Duty Modern Warfare separately (if applicable)
Starting the game separately ensures that Modern Warfare launches correctly instead of Warzone, avoiding conflicts between the two. This step prioritizes the right game files, skipping issues caused by shared launchers. Fortunately, there’s a solution that works for both consoles and PCs: Run the game separately (from its dedicated launcher) instead of through Call of Duty Cold War. If you’re experiencing this issue while attempting to launch COD Modern Warfare from the Cold War launcher, avoid using it. Instead, launch the game from its dedicated launcher. This method is confirmed to work on both consoles and PCs. If you’re on a PC, simply double-click the COD: Modern Warfare executable. If you’re on a console, launch COD: Modern Warfare directly from its listing, not from the Cold War interface.
2. Clear the cache of your console or launcher (Consoles & PC)
Temporary system data can sometimes cause issues, leading to errors like unrecognized game ownership or missing features. Clearing the cache on your console or launcher refreshes this data, removing corrupted files or outdated information that might block access to Modern Warfare’s multiplayer.
2.1 Clear the cached data on PlayStation 4
2.2 Clear the cached data on PlayStation 5
2.3 Clear the cached data on Xbox One
2.4 Clear the cached data on Xbox Series X|S
2.5 Clear the cached data on Steam
2.6 Clear the cached data on Battle.Net
3. Updating the Licenses (Only on PlayStation)
If your PlayStation doesn’t recognize that you own Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, updating the licenses can fix it. This process makes sure your console connects your PSN account with the game you bought, solving problems from bad or old license data.
3.1 Restore the Licenses on PlayStation 4
3.2 Restore the Licenses on PlayStation 5
4. Install COD: MW Multiplayer Pack (PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series Only)
Missing key multiplayer packs often causes access issues in COD: Modern Warfare. On PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles, multiplayer mode needs specific add-ons to work properly. Installing the Multiplayer Pack ensures all needed files are present, allowing the game to load and connect to servers smoothly. Here are the packages you need:
Base Game (90.2 GB)Multiplayer Pack (6.0 GB)Multiplayer & Special Ops Pack (6.7 GB)Multiplayer Pack 2 (22.1 GB)
If you’re missing any of these packs, you will be denied access to the multiplayer component of Call of Duty Modern Warfare.
4.1 Install Required COD: MW Multiplayer Packs on PlayStation 5
4.2 Install Required COD: MW Multiplayer Packs on Xbox Series S | X
