{
  "id": 15910798,
  "title": "How to play DMZ solo in Modern Warfare 4",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/21/how-to-play-dmz-solo-in-modern-warfare-4",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-21T16:07:22.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Polygon",
    "slug": "polygon",
    "url": "https://www.polygon.com/mw4-modern-warfare-4-dmz-solo-how-to-play/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Modern Warfare 4's DMZ mode allows for solo play, contrary to many players' assumptions. To initiate this mode solo, start by selecting your deployment choice, infil method, and whether to equip a free loadout. On the screen that appears, locate the small toggle at the bottom left labeled \"squad fill.\" To play DMZ solo, ensure this toggle is turned off. This disables random teammates and enables players to keep all found loot, remain stealthy, and choose their preferred story missions and dynamic operations. While squad play can be advantageous for tougher missions and bosses, skilled solo players can also complete these objectives with sufficient equipment. For guidance on dynamic ops and lieutenant towers in DMZ, additional resources are available.",
  "summary": "A guide explaining how to play Modern Warfare 4's DMZ mode solo, rather than teaming up with random players.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Polygon",
        "title": "'Following Orders' lockbox code location in Modern Warfare 4",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/following-orders-lockbox-code-location-in-modern-warfare-4",
        "published": "2026-10-20T16:30:58.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}