Activision has confirmed that the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta requires all PC players to have TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled. Unlike previous titles where missing these settings might only limit specific playlists or Ranked Play, the Ricochet anti-cheat team is enforcing a strict policy for this beta: failing to meet these requirements will restrict access to all online game modes.
Verify Your System With the Attestation Wizard
Before adjusting your BIOS settings, download the Call of Duty Secure Attestation Wizard. This official tool provides a definitive check on whether your current PC configuration meets the security threshold for the beta.
How to Enable Security Features
Because these settings are low-level system features, you must access your PC's UEFI/BIOS interface to activate them. Since motherboard layouts differ, the developer has released an official video tutorial walking players through the specific steps for both AMD and Intel systems.
- Secure Boot: This feature allows anti-cheat software to load during the startup phase, preventing unauthorized software from interfering with the game.
- TPM 2.0: This hardware-based layer monitors your boot process for tampering.
If you encounter issues, refer to the developer’s specific walkthrough video, which details how to navigate different manufacturer BIOS menus to locate and toggle these security settings.
Why These Requirements Exist
These systems are part of the Ricochet anti-cheat initiative. By enforcing these requirements, the software gains the necessary access to ensure the integrity of the game environment from the moment you boot your PC. These standards are increasingly common in competitive PC shooters, including titles like Battlefield 6 and Valorant.