Modern Warfare 2 (MW2)

How to Play Split Screen

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You can play Split Screen in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (MW2) by connecting a second controller and signing into another Activision account on PlayStation or Xbox consoles. Read on to learn specific steps to playing split screen, and what game modes you can play Split Screen in.

How to Play Split Screen

How to Play Split Screen
1 Head to the Multiplayer menu of MW2 on PlayStation or Xbox.
2 Connect a second controller to the console.
3 Sign into a different console account.
4 Sign into or sign up for another Activision account. You'll be able to start playing with your friends once this is complete.

Playing Split Screen in Modern Warfare 2 is similar to previous games in the franchise. Follow the method above to start playing with your friends. Keep in mind this *only applies to consoles; you cannot play Split Screen on PC.

Can You Play Campaign in Split Screen?

Campaign Split Screen is Unavailable

Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 - Spec Ops

The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (MW2) campaign is strictly singleplayer only and cannot be played in split screen. There are no campaign co-op missions featured in the campaign that allow you to play with a friend.

Split Screen is Available for Spec Ops Missions

For those looking for a couch co-op experience, Spec Ops is a game mode where split screen Player vs AI is available. You'll be tasked with your duo to undertake missions involving gameplay objectives that fosters teamwork and cooperation.

Can You Play Multiplayer in Split Screen?

Yes, But Only for a Selection of Game Modes

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Split Screen is only available for select Multiplayer modes. This means you can't use Split Screen in Free-for-All, Ground War, and Invasion.

Online multiplayer split screen is only supported for the following game modes:

  • Team Deathmatch
  • Kill Confirmed
  • Hardpoint
  • Domination
  • Knock Out
  • Search and Destroy

It should be worth noting that both players must have an active PS Plus or Xbox Live membership with an associated Activision account to jump in online play.

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1 M3kaFanalmost 2 years

Actually, split screen don't work either with the free mw2.0 or the mwII. The menu says "add a 2nd controller...'" but as soon you do it all options and game launchers are dimmed. PS5 with all updates installed (game and system).

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