At a recent showcase for Modern Warfare 4, developers provided insights into the game's matchmaking system, particularly regarding skill-based matchmaking (SBMM). While the specifics of the SBMM setup remain undisclosed, Infinity Ward confirmed that MW4 will not revert to the extreme SBMM levels that characterized earlier titles before Black Ops 7. Instead, developers indicated a preference for the open matchmaking style introduced in Black Ops 7, which focuses on connection quality rather than individual skill levels. YouTuber Tdawgsmitty reported that developers enjoy the current matchmaking system and do not intend to change it significantly. However, MW4 will also include a 'standard matchmaking' playlist that utilizes traditional SBMM. The success of these playlists will be evaluated through data analysis, which could influence future matchmaking decisions. Infinity Ward has committed to being transparent about the matchmaking system ahead of the game's release on October 23.