Why does Call of Duty: Modern Warfare say «please install multiplayer»? As it turns out, this error is easier to fix than most.
Just because Call of Duty: Modern Warfare encountered a problem doesn’t mean it can’t be nice about it. Following a recent update, a lot of players are seeing the game say “please install multiplayer.” This happens even when multiplayer had been working fine before. If your copy of Modern Warfare says “please install multiplayer,” here’s what you can do to fix it.
“Please install multiplayer” is an error message that pops up when you haven’t installed all of the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare data packs. This error seems linked to the game’s recent update, which was provided to players as two separate downloads — one automatic patch and one separate data pack.