The second weekend of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2’s multiplayer beta is officially live, and this final test period brings PlayStation, Xbox, and PC players together to battle across the maps and modes from the first PlayStation-exclusive weekend, but it also includes the new addition of Ground War.

Weekend two of Modern Warfare 2's beta includes Team Deathmatch, Domination, Knockout, Prisoner Rescue, third-person mode, and Ground War. Make sure to read our initial Modern Warfare 2 beta impressions to learn all about the maps, new objective modes, and changes to the Gunsmith feature. Third-person mode was added late in weekend one, so we'll be discussing that along with our initial thoughts on Ground War.

Third-person mode returns

Third-person mode, which was previously featured in the original Modern Warfare 2, returns as a separate playlist with mixed respawn modes. Having this mode come back for the reboot gives players a different way to experience Call of Duty multiplayer, and it should be a welcome addition for those who prefer third-person shooters.