Modern Combat 5 frames its first-person combat around a solo campaign with an apocalyptic threat, following missions from Venice to Tokyo. Its premise sits alongside a substantial multiplayer offering, so the game is built for both mission-led play and direct competition rather than a single combat format.
The campaign describes varied assignments involving boats and helicopters, drone fights, sniping, and leading a spec-ops force against a clandestine terrorist group. Players choose a soldier class and can level it in both single-player and multiplayer, unlocking skills and adjusting their setup with tactical suits and weapon attachments. That shared progression links the game’s distinct modes without making them play identically.
For multiplayer, the listing describes Battle Royale matches, one-on-one duels, leaderboards, limited-time events, and a Spectator mode for watching other players. It also points to ESL Play tournaments, while the stated PvP and online PvP categories place competition at the center of the game’s multiplayer identity.