Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare

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8.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3895 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 226 out of 3895
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  1. FrankZ.
    Jan 7, 2008
    7
    It is short and very linear. It if very nicely made, good graphics and presentation, and it feels a lot like you are there. Unfortunately, there isn't really all that much depth. It's just a shooter. A very good shooter, but still just a shooter. It's not like STALKER where you have free roam in an entire world. It's not like HL2 where it adds physics and puzzles and It is short and very linear. It if very nicely made, good graphics and presentation, and it feels a lot like you are there. Unfortunately, there isn't really all that much depth. It's just a shooter. A very good shooter, but still just a shooter. It's not like STALKER where you have free roam in an entire world. It's not like HL2 where it adds physics and puzzles and stuff. It's just an ordinary shooter. One of the best I've played in a while but still... just a shooter. If that is what you want, then this is a good choice. If you are hoping for something new, then this isn't it. It's just like the other COD games. A linear campaign. I preferred Sniper Elite where at least you get missions that you can do in your own way. I would only give this a 5 or 6 for being so short, but the multiplayer makes it worthy of a 7. PC Zone UK - had a review I agree with. Although there score is too high.… Expand
  2. Ross
    Jan 25, 2008
    7
    OK this game would be a 9 if it weren't for the 'veteran' difficulty. Game developers still need some help with this ... "Highest difficulty" does NOT MEAN "give every NPC on the map clairvoyance and 100% firing accuracy, and all friendly AI the inability to hit a barn door at 2 paces". I just poked my head around a corner as a horde of enemy ran from cover 400 yards away. OK this game would be a 9 if it weren't for the 'veteran' difficulty. Game developers still need some help with this ... "Highest difficulty" does NOT MEAN "give every NPC on the map clairvoyance and 100% firing accuracy, and all friendly AI the inability to hit a barn door at 2 paces". I just poked my head around a corner as a horde of enemy ran from cover 400 yards away. ON THE RUN (and bear in mind the player cannot fire when running) these 4 guys all hit me with impunity. Later in the same level, I stood behind Griggs, the Automatic Rifleman, and watched over his shoulder as he emptied his M249 (the big, heavy machine gun that deals only in heavy death) at a static target from 10 YARDS AWAY. He missed with EVERY SHOT. Elsewhere in the game I just shrugged my shoulders at the numerous times I died at the hands of an NPC wielding a MAC-10. It would be ok, but he was 500 yards away and I had him in the optic of my sniper rifle. Other times I laughed as I got shot by a guy whose gun was pointed at something else, and chuckled at the amazingly non-realistic arcs the super-accurate barrage of grenades was flying in. Now OK, COD4 is amazing, its a brilliant game - but truthfully - the veteran mode is only for the truly patient. It does not make you feel skilful to beat it, because you know full well that the NPC's are always fully aware of where you are, even when hidden, and have perfect aim. SO the moment you peek round that corner you haven… Expand
  3. NairnB.
    Jan 4, 2008
    7
    The main singleplayer game is just too short for it to be enthralling. Although the graphics and sound design are spot on, the sense of disbelief is ruined through poor voice accents and make belief locations; we are not stupid! I may be wrong but there has been a little bit of a backlash towards WW2. Personally, the real reason the original 2 in the series were so engaging was the player The main singleplayer game is just too short for it to be enthralling. Although the graphics and sound design are spot on, the sense of disbelief is ruined through poor voice accents and make belief locations; we are not stupid! I may be wrong but there has been a little bit of a backlash towards WW2. Personally, the real reason the original 2 in the series were so engaging was the player experienced real locations in a war that really happened. The insignificance of your stature in a war that big really brought it home the ubsurdity and horror of war! The success of the COD (call of duty) line has been from its online multiplayer add-on, and Infinity Ward try their luck here.The online experience is geared towards the console market which makes the pc conversion a little too easy for spray and pray/camper brigade. In addition, the maps are a little too small and confined which makes its a little hectic in bigger servers of 24 man plus. Although the game will most definatley become better as custom maps and modding emerge (spawn protection a must), as it stands from the actual release from Infinity Ward/Activision, its not that good. Could do better IMO.… Expand
  4. StevenD.
    Aug 16, 2008
    7
    All thats was wrong I found was that you only had 1 sniper scope. whats up with that.Co52 will come out and be like cod2..by being the same as in world war 2. all you guys need to do is update the game by new maps better wepons and attachments..and another thing is to be able to choos your suit for snipeing...cod4 is a great game but the maps suck besides Pipeline..you need to make maps All thats was wrong I found was that you only had 1 sniper scope. whats up with that.Co52 will come out and be like cod2..by being the same as in world war 2. all you guys need to do is update the game by new maps better wepons and attachments..and another thing is to be able to choos your suit for snipeing...cod4 is a great game but the maps suck besides Pipeline..you need to make maps were you open door close doors and be able to go up to a high point and in rooms to be stealthy not just a run and gun game..hope you make a new and better game like cod4 but updated and how i hope it will be thankxs.… Expand
  5. JoeT.
    Nov 19, 2007
    7
    This is a graphically gorgeous game with perfect pacing in the missions and story lines (check out that alliteration). The CoD guys have given us another gorgeous war movie to live through. Unfortunately, if this one was a movie, it would only be fifteen minutes long... and it would have the same plot as the last full length feature WWII movie. It's a great console title, but it just This is a graphically gorgeous game with perfect pacing in the missions and story lines (check out that alliteration). The CoD guys have given us another gorgeous war movie to live through. Unfortunately, if this one was a movie, it would only be fifteen minutes long... and it would have the same plot as the last full length feature WWII movie. It's a great console title, but it just doesn't measure up on PC. It was too short and not original enough to warrant playing through again, no matter how many un-lockable mods they added. So, perfect cinematic, immersive mission pacing, and Wow!!! graphics notwithstanding, I can… Expand
  6. ShawnL.
    Feb 23, 2008
    7
    The single play sucks pretty bad. The NPC are just plain dumb they keep saying area cleared when it
  7. snowshreder
    Jul 5, 2011
    7
    This is my one of my favorite Modern Warfare games it has a good story great mechanics new guns though multiplayer is kind of a toss up its real fun and competitive and then there's hackers server transfers and tubers i don't mind campers the make the game more interesting/easier all in all good game and multiplayer could have been great but turned out to be a nightmare.
  8. coolinb123
    Feb 22, 2012
    7
    Unlike its sequels this one is actually good, in the sense its not really realistic, but that's why they said just "Photo-realistic", not real life realistic...... the story i liked and it wasn't completely repetitive, and the maps were just fun to play, still i prefer Counter strike, and those games.....
    story-8, fun-7, upgrading, nothin just dlc's or extra maps they release for 15$, i    Unlike its sequels this one is actually good, in the sense its not really realistic, but that's why they said just "Photo-realistic", not real life realistic...... the story i liked and it wasn't completely repetitive, and the maps were just fun to play, still i prefer Counter strike, and those games.....
    story-8, fun-7, upgrading, nothin just dlc's or extra maps they release for 15$, i hate DLC's just a way to get more money, creativity- isnt really their    … Expand
  9. Klarcius
    Dec 10, 2011
    7
    THE highlight of the single player was the last mission, Mile High Club, which when played on the veteran difficulty turned out to be one of the most enjoyable single player level I have played in recent years. Apart from that, the single player missions are just copy-paste from older CoDs with new graphics and fancy weapons. Maybe that AC-130 shooting game is something new, but I didn'tTHE highlight of the single player was the last mission, Mile High Club, which when played on the veteran difficulty turned out to be one of the most enjoyable single player level I have played in recent years. Apart from that, the single player missions are just copy-paste from older CoDs with new graphics and fancy weapons. Maybe that AC-130 shooting game is something new, but I didn't like it that much. Multiplayer is definitely worth playing as it can be fun at times, but be ready to be kicked quite a few times if you're remotely good at this game as you can get kills through the wall quite easily and immature admins kick you for wallhacking. But that's just the community so I'm not taking any scores off because of that. I wish they fixed the killstreak system as you will spend ages sitting in the corner trying to get rid of that helicopter call you have, or you could just waste it.
    If you have played previous CoD games, the single player will probably disappoint you, but multiplayer has some fun elements to it. For someone who has never played CoD or FPS games, this game could provide you with a lot of fun.    … Expand
  10. FusNoDah
    Mar 7, 2012
    7
    Very solid game. The single player is fun but short.

    The multiplayer is also pretty fun. However, considering the high player count on servers on the PC version, it feels too congested sometimes, and the game play degenerates into an absolute spamfest. Regardless, it has its moments and is one of the better Call of Duty games out there. It has a lot of good maps and weapon selections.
  11. emupleasure1988
    Mar 7, 2012
    7
    A very good multi player game, but highly overrated by the media and the fan boys that clog up the servers. If I had to play any FPS at all, this wouldn't be my first choice, but it is not a bad title by any means.
  12. Pepelinojosefo
    Apr 14, 2013
    7
    Bueno, la verdad es que este juego disfrute mucho la campaña single player, pero en serio? 92? creo que exageraron, no hay mucha variedad de armas, las pantallas son muy poco originales, y el voice acting te duerme. Este juego esta muy bueno pero no creo que meresca ni mas de 85, 7 esta bien para este juego, la verdad este no se porque esta muy over rated...pero se los recomiendo, loBueno, la verdad es que este juego disfrute mucho la campaña single player, pero en serio? 92? creo que exageraron, no hay mucha variedad de armas, las pantallas son muy poco originales, y el voice acting te duerme. Este juego esta muy bueno pero no creo que meresca ni mas de 85, 7 esta bien para este juego, la verdad este no se porque esta muy over rated...pero se los recomiendo, lo unicoque la verdad odie de este el alto nivel de linealidad de este juego, la muy, pero muy, extremadamente muy poca libertad que posees en este juego. Si les gusta los juegos de guerra, FPS pero en la actualidad, este juego es para ustedes!… Expand
  13. Plasmaneedle
    May 30, 2014
    7
    The gunplay in this game is solid. The missions are interesting, but the plot and characters are boring. Not the greatest of games but it's a fun game that fans of FPS games will enjoy.
  14. verbal_666
    Aug 26, 2016
    7
    Super overrated!!!!!! Funny, good gfx, good movements, but very very very simple... no tactics, just some run run run, cover, aim, shoot, move, run run run... 7 maximum... no more!!!
  15. psylife
    May 1, 2016
    7
    This game follows the trail left by Allied Assault while successfully bringing the formula to the next level.This is a masterclass in single player campaign pacing and scenario. Expert and respectful checkpoint placement means that you will never redo a section previously beaten twice. Playing on hard is highly recommended as the various mechanics and level design will be more thoroughlyThis game follows the trail left by Allied Assault while successfully bringing the formula to the next level.This is a masterclass in single player campaign pacing and scenario. Expert and respectful checkpoint placement means that you will never redo a section previously beaten twice. Playing on hard is highly recommended as the various mechanics and level design will be more thoroughly experienced. The shooting is both varied and weighty. The levels are designed in such a way as to hint the player towards multiple possible tactical approaches ; Choosing to storm the inside of a building is as challenging as it should and might reward you with a unique vantage point. The various set pieces are seamlessly integrated and never feel odd or disconnected from the main mechanics. The voice acting is great and the minimalist story telling keeps the scenario engaging and fairly credible. That said, the game is clearly part of a sophisticated war propaganda machine and is likely indirectly responsible for the death of many young testosterone filled adolescents in need of adventure ; I believe this will be rightly regarded as a historical piece of Zionist propaganda down the line. The main villain's name is even named after the current president of Syria, whom the Zionists are currently trying to actively murder ; Russian patriots are also antagonized. The visuals, animations and lighting hold surprisingly well, and thoroughly immerse . Modern warfare is not only a good shooter, it is simply one of the best FPS experience of all time and deserves to be celebrated as such.… Expand
  16. mulv81
    Feb 3, 2015
    7
    Decent military styled shooter that came after Countrer-Strike's success. Unfortunately the multiplayer experience is imbalanced and can't hold a candle to the Counter-Strike eSports scene.
  17. dislexicpotato
    Oct 21, 2018
    7
    A great game with impressive graphics, a fantastic campaign and multiplayer that was very innovative at the time.
  18. ILoveBF1
    Mar 27, 2021
    7
    (Campaign only)

    Loved it. Had a nice set of characters, also good missions. The gunplay though is not that good.
  19. gold
    Feb 23, 2018
    7
    графика-9;
    сюжет- 8;
    эпичность- 6;
    каст-сцены (их мало)- 6;
    итог: 7/10
  20. Gelaos
    Sep 18, 2018
    7
    I played only singleplayer and I enjoyed it. Story is, of course, stupid. Action is pretty intensive, levels are nicely different and it never bored me.
  21. Kotofon
    Jun 5, 2020
    7
    В роли американского пехотинца и бойца британского S.A.S., сражаясь в гуще непредсказуемых событий и неожиданных сюжетных поворотов, игроку предстоит использовать современные технологии, внушительную огневую мощь и скоординированные высадки с воздушной бомбардировкой, все это в бою, где реакция, точность и слаженность — залог успеха. Также была улучшена и сетевая игра, продуманность иВ роли американского пехотинца и бойца британского S.A.S., сражаясь в гуще непредсказуемых событий и неожиданных сюжетных поворотов, игроку предстоит использовать современные технологии, внушительную огневую мощь и скоординированные высадки с воздушной бомбардировкой, все это в бою, где реакция, точность и слаженность — залог успеха. Также была улучшена и сетевая игра, продуманность и многогранность которой дает онлайн пользователям новый полигон для жарких сражений.… Expand
  22. Vanco
    Jun 4, 2019
    7
    Solid FPS shooter with a storyline that has great moments and doesn't get too crazy.
  23. Siralfon
    Dec 7, 2019
    7
    Un buen juego . Pero a la hora de la verdad es otro call of duty . Pero ahora con una mejor campaña
  24. Vuk01
    Feb 26, 2021
    7
    CoD 4 is a pretty solid FPS game, but is kinda overrated in many ways. The story is pretty nonsensical (just like most CoD games), and there are boring missions like the one with McMillan (don't get me wrong, that mission is actually quite fun the first time, but try replaying it....yeah, it's very slow and tedious.) The campaign is very fun in general though, and it is quite iconic, andCoD 4 is a pretty solid FPS game, but is kinda overrated in many ways. The story is pretty nonsensical (just like most CoD games), and there are boring missions like the one with McMillan (don't get me wrong, that mission is actually quite fun the first time, but try replaying it....yeah, it's very slow and tedious.) The campaign is very fun in general though, and it is quite iconic, and the multiplayer is mostly great.… Expand
  25. hileger
    Dec 29, 2022
    7
    отличны мульт и забавные миссии прорыв в горло .................................
  26. Rustick
    Jul 7, 2022
    7
    отличный шутер сюжет неплох геймплей классический
  27. Nekellor_Met
    Jul 5, 2020
    7
    Неплохое начало экшоновой, эпической части серии. Думаю именно подобного опыта я ждал, когда захотел пройти серию Call of Duty
  28. Haross
    Jun 27, 2021
    7
    Campaign - 7
    Multiplayer - 7

    An iconic shooter that cemented its place in FPS history.
  29. Mazma
    Dec 25, 2020
    7
    Tanti anni sulle spalle, ma di certo uno dei padri degli FPS odierni. Incazzature e lanci occasionali di oggetti inclusi nel pacchetto lo rendono sublime.
  30. Yaav13
    Apr 7, 2022
    7
    My truthful honorable incorruptible conclusive rating of this considered game: 7.
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#3 Best PC Game of 2007
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#4 Most Discussed PC Game of 2007
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#3 Most Shared PC Game of 2007

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 40 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 40
  3. Negative: 0 out of 40
  1. PC Gamer UK
    85
    A beautifully crafted first-person shooter, but without a compelling context. How much does that matter? To me, a little. Not a lot, but it nags. [Dec 2007, p.73]
  2. IGN
    94
    Though the single-player lacks length, the multiplayer should keep you invested in COD4 for the long winter. This is a truly fantastic multiplayer offering that's as deep as any other online game available.
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  3. GameTrailers
    94
    It’s absolutely relentless in its assault on the senses and never lets up until the last trigger has been squeezed. The multiplayer is even better, with the perks and weapon upgrades acting as a balance to the lack of vehicles.
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