The short answer
| Platform | Split-screen multiplayer | |
|---|---|---|
| PS5 | Yes, two players | |
| Xbox Series X | S | Yes, two players |
| PC | No | |
| Nintendo Switch 2 | No | |
| Campaign | No | |
| DMZ | Not confirmed; online-only mode |
Activision's own support FAQ says split-screen multiplayer — two players sharing one screen — will be available on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. That is the only official confirmation.
What split-screen covers
The confirmation is for multiplayer. It does not say the campaign has local co-op, and it does not list DMZ. DMZ is an online extraction mode with a persistent stash and live servers; there is no couch co-op version of that loop.
If you want to play with someone in the same room, plan on standard multiplayer: Team Deathmatch, Domination, Hardpoint, Kill Confirmed, Search & Destroy and the rest of the 17 launch modes.
What you need
- Two controllers.
- Two profiles signed in on the same console.
- A multiplayer mode that supports local play.
- Enough screen space; a split-screen match halves each player's view.
Activision has not published a detailed account or sign-in requirement for the second player beyond the standard platform profile system. If the second controller does not prompt a profile, sign it in from the console dashboard before launching MW4.
What about PC and Switch 2?
The official FAQ does not list PC or Switch 2 for split-screen. Treat both as unsupported until Activision says otherwise. Cross-play is still available: you can play with friends online across PS5, Xbox, PC and Switch 2, but not share one screen on PC or Switch 2.
Campaign and DMZ
There is no campaign co-op. The 16-mission story is a solo experience, and split-screen is not part of it. DMZ is squad-based online co-op; you can play with up to three operators, but each player needs their own screen and connection.
Alternatives
- Online co-op: DMZ with a squad, cross-play enabled.
- Online multiplayer: the full 6v6 and Ground War playlist.
- Same-room play: PS5 or Xbox Series X|S split-screen multiplayer.
What to read next
- MW4 multiplayer guide — maps, modes and movement.
- MW4 DMZ guide — the online extraction loop.
- MW4 FAQ — platforms, Game Pass and cross-play.
FAQ
Does MW4 have split-screen?
Yes, for two-player multiplayer on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Activision's support FAQ confirms those two platforms.
Does MW4 have split-screen on PC?
No. PC is not listed in the official split-screen confirmation.
Does MW4 have campaign co-op?
No. The campaign is solo, and split-screen is not part of it.
Can you play DMZ split-screen?
Activision has not confirmed split-screen for DMZ, and DMZ is an online-only extraction mode. Plan on separate screens and connections.