Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

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4.7

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 7455 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 3,707 out of 7455
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  1. StephenS.
    Dec 9, 2009
    8
    Overrated by most but it doesn't mean this game is terrible. In my opinion the single player was incredible and challenging. probably not worth 60$ but also not worth a bad rating.
  2. LukeK
    Jan 1, 2010
    9
    I'm a PC gamer, however, I play MW2 on the PS3. I must say, the single- player, however short, was incredibly good. You get sucked into it! It's more like a movie than a game. The multiplayer mode is incredibly fun, the rewards, killstreaks, weapon attachments- you name it- makes it so fun to play. I could play for hours and hours without getting bored. In short, I think that I'm a PC gamer, however, I play MW2 on the PS3. I must say, the single- player, however short, was incredibly good. You get sucked into it! It's more like a movie than a game. The multiplayer mode is incredibly fun, the rewards, killstreaks, weapon attachments- you name it- makes it so fun to play. I could play for hours and hours without getting bored. In short, I think that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is a great game. It's a must-buy!… Expand
  3. MarcoGeurtsen
    Jan 13, 2010
    9
    This game is realy amasing, graphipcs are realy good, the gameplay is great en the multyplayer is probaly best of 2009 and 2010. I realy like the idee of killstreak rewards, just like in cod4 but now there are much more and better killstreak. Didn`t rate a ten because of the playtime of the singleplayer and the few hackers in MP. I am realy happy to see that mw2 is patching some glitches This game is realy amasing, graphipcs are realy good, the gameplay is great en the multyplayer is probaly best of 2009 and 2010. I realy like the idee of killstreak rewards, just like in cod4 but now there are much more and better killstreak. Didn`t rate a ten because of the playtime of the singleplayer and the few hackers in MP. I am realy happy to see that mw2 is patching some glitches and overpowerd weapons like the 1887 shotgun. I might rate a 10 if they could patch the hackers but there aren`t many hackers so it`s cool if there can`t.… Expand
  4. NewlyDragon
    Jan 13, 2010
    9
    Best game ever, a bit short story mode. it's all about the multiplayer game, it has good graphics, sometimes a little bit of lag. well, i just love it.
  5. ScottB
    Jan 14, 2010
    10
    Absolutely Awesome! Breathtaking. Just a truly amazing game. Yes it is a different concept as far as Multiplayer goes, (the way there hosted, but all in all, a brilliant package that leaves me wanting more and more and more. :P
  6. Disench4nted
    Jan 14, 2010
    9
    Absolutely the best Campaign I have ever played! Challenging enemies, lots of weapons, interesting environments, fun objectives, and a SUPER EPIC ending. The Campaign mode plays extremely well yet feels like a movie. The multi-player is much the same as CoD4...with about 100 times as much customization. Very vertical maps that never get old. Spec Ops is fantastic! Yet again, very Absolutely the best Campaign I have ever played! Challenging enemies, lots of weapons, interesting environments, fun objectives, and a SUPER EPIC ending. The Campaign mode plays extremely well yet feels like a movie. The multi-player is much the same as CoD4...with about 100 times as much customization. Very vertical maps that never get old. Spec Ops is fantastic! Yet again, very challenging and innovative. Great fun if you and your buddy want to sit down and play.… Expand
  7. KyleS
    Jan 17, 2010
    8
    The Good - This game was great. They really did a good job with some new effects and it really showed in some places. The mulltiplayer is great but it has some losses like no Ded servers and some people having problems with connection onto IWNET. Spec Op's is very fun to play even with your friends. The Bad - I would have to say is the No Ded Servers, no ability to make Mods but The Good - This game was great. They really did a good job with some new effects and it really showed in some places. The mulltiplayer is great but it has some losses like no Ded servers and some people having problems with connection onto IWNET. Spec Op's is very fun to play even with your friends. The Bad - I would have to say is the No Ded Servers, no ability to make Mods but there has been talk about a Mod tool coming out, and the Single Player being a little short. Overall - I say it's a good game for people to give a try. It's not as good as the previous game but it has it's ups. Let's hope if MW3 is made that they can listen to the community more.… Expand
  8. DanielF
    Jan 18, 2010
    9
    Great Game.. Single fun.. Multiplayer is awesome.. who cares about dedicated servers, would have just become HC and promod like cod4 so i am happy the fail players can't take over a server
  9. CliffDog
    Jan 20, 2010
    10
    Just on the graphics alone...top notch...Gameplay is superb! This is now my fav game stepping over Halo on top. I was in awe at some campaigns. Whiskey Hotel? AWESOME! One part I didn't like was at the airport, but that added to the emotion of the game...remember...it is ONLY a game. 1 million thumbs up!
  10. EmpireErwinRommel
    Jan 22, 2010
    8
    This games is pretty dam good. Single player is fun but very short but action packed. in Multiplayer. The no deicated servers are anooying/ But you don't get laggy conenct allt he time like everyone says. if you get laggy just tell; the host o fucking leave or leave yourself. Simple as that. But this game needs some kind of Anti Cheat. A lot of hackes who use Aim Bots and Wall hacks. This games is pretty dam good. Single player is fun but very short but action packed. in Multiplayer. The no deicated servers are anooying/ But you don't get laggy conenct allt he time like everyone says. if you get laggy just tell; the host o fucking leave or leave yourself. Simple as that. But this game needs some kind of Anti Cheat. A lot of hackes who use Aim Bots and Wall hacks. Just annoying but it's a good game.… Expand
  11. mindurownbuissness
    Jan 2, 2010
    9
    idk wut everyone else is complaining about MP isnt that bad iv played since it came out and only ran into two hackers and only 1 game that was unplayable for a bit but the lag resolved itself The story isnt that bad.. not the best but not as bad as others make it seem although it is kinda short didnt seem that much shorter than the 1st one tho The MP is enjoyable for me its not that idk wut everyone else is complaining about MP isnt that bad iv played since it came out and only ran into two hackers and only 1 game that was unplayable for a bit but the lag resolved itself The story isnt that bad.. not the best but not as bad as others make it seem although it is kinda short didnt seem that much shorter than the 1st one tho The MP is enjoyable for me its not that unballenced except for grenade launchers but it really isnt that big of a deal people dont abuse them that much camping isnt that much of a problem eaither as u can usually kill them. The people iv played with are nice and friendly even one of the hackers..... The bad spawning has only happened to me once Maybe iv just been lucky in the games iv gotten but i really havnt had any problems the hackers were innoying but only 2 and one turned it off half way through Now the bad= 60 bucks... no moding (isnt that big a deal to me, but will prob be implimented in future DLC)… Expand
  12. TomG
    Jan 20, 2010
    10
    Great single player ! Very interesting multiplayer! Best graphics engine on this day!
  13. SimonM
    Jan 2, 2010
    9
    Wow... That was my reaction to the game. Yes, I have played other call of duty games and the "War" genre has always been one that I really disliked but I was completely blown away by this game! It has the some of the best graphics I have ever seen. I love the different types of missions and how you switch between characters and locations. It can be confusing at times but keeps the game Wow... That was my reaction to the game. Yes, I have played other call of duty games and the "War" genre has always been one that I really disliked but I was completely blown away by this game! It has the some of the best graphics I have ever seen. I love the different types of missions and how you switch between characters and locations. It can be confusing at times but keeps the game interesting. The multiplayer is even more amazing! Building your own class and upgrading your weapon of choice keeps you playing. The multiplayer really pulled me in and I got into it like I did CSS or HL2DM. Anyway the game is a beast and I don't understand why it was given 0's! Maybe it's because I play it on Xbox not PC. I'm not sure how that would affect the game though. I would definately reccomend this game.… Expand
  14. CameonB
    Jan 22, 2010
    10
    No other game like this, its fun and kinda hard but every time you play its totally different definitely a must have game well worth the price.
  15. Dannzak...
    Jan 23, 2010
    10
    Love this game. Never played cod4 so don't know what to say about the servers. Nice campaign, cool graphics and the best multiplayer i've ever seen.
  16. eRODF
    Jan 24, 2010
    8
    to many game play glitches, server errors! ganeplay is extaordinary, except for the interruptions...
  17. PierreM
    Jan 20, 2010
    9
    very GG.will be nice if in multiplayers we got a place for novice user of multiplayer.But beside that the game is formi
  18. SamCohen
    Jan 28, 2010
    10
    This game is great currently the best FPS out there. I know some PC users are crying and rating the game crap although they likely haven't played it or do play it and enjoy it but because of it being an unpopular decision to give it a good rating due to some users feeling they were screwed.
  19. MikeS.
    Jan 3, 2010
    9
    It never occurred to my to buy this game on the PC, just like it never occurred to me to buy the first installment on the PC. It's a console game through and through. Therefore, I don't have a lot of sympathy for people that express disappointment due to the lack of dedicated servers. Moreover, playing MP games on the PC sucks because it's so easy to use aimbots and other It never occurred to my to buy this game on the PC, just like it never occurred to me to buy the first installment on the PC. It's a console game through and through. Therefore, I don't have a lot of sympathy for people that express disappointment due to the lack of dedicated servers. Moreover, playing MP games on the PC sucks because it's so easy to use aimbots and other hacks (see Battlefield 2). The death knell sounded long ago for FPS MP gameplay on the PC due to the rampant and uncontrollable use of cheats. Get with the times.… Expand
  20. Silent
    Jan 30, 2010
    9
    Yes this games has its problems.. But honestly every game i play i listen to the exact same thing about this game then the rest.. I will give most people this..the non dedicated servers do hurt and there is a lot of hackers... I just leave game and join another takes 30 seconds. Other than that i think this is an awsome game!
  21. michiels
    Jan 3, 2010
    9
    Almost 10! it just sucks that there are no dedicated servers! I hate it, no chance to make any "friends" ore play on the server of your own clan and all that stuff!
  22. NothingXD
    Jan 4, 2010
    10
    I don't know what all these people who rated this game one out of ten are on about. This is possibly the greatest game I have ever played. Doesn't the difference between critic and users scores say anything? People are giving it zero because they sulking in the corner about no dedicated servers. So what? Sure the matchmaking tool is a pain in the arse, but once you are in game, I don't know what all these people who rated this game one out of ten are on about. This is possibly the greatest game I have ever played. Doesn't the difference between critic and users scores say anything? People are giving it zero because they sulking in the corner about no dedicated servers. So what? Sure the matchmaking tool is a pain in the arse, but once you are in game, by god, it's fantastic! Hackers? Get stuffed, it's got VAC enabled, you can't hack it. And if there are hackers get over it, they're in every game. So to all you people rating it 1 or 0 due to the matchmaking, go have a cry to your mum, because MW2 has the greatest campaign and multiplayer I have ever played in a game, that is why it is worthy of 10 out of 10.… Expand
  23. MarkS
    Jan 4, 2010
    10
    MW2 is an exceptionally polished game. The single player story is very compelling, especially if you enjoyed the first one. The returning cast of characters created moments where I felt like I was walking amongst celebrity. The multiplayer is a similar formula to their previous, with improvements. There is something to be desired with hosts/finding servers but the single player alone is MW2 is an exceptionally polished game. The single player story is very compelling, especially if you enjoyed the first one. The returning cast of characters created moments where I felt like I was walking amongst celebrity. The multiplayer is a similar formula to their previous, with improvements. There is something to be desired with hosts/finding servers but the single player alone is so well done I am glad I shelled out 60 bucks for this on PC. It's toppled HL2 as the finest quality FPS I have played and is my number 1 favorite game of all time.… Expand
  24. JayE
    Jan 5, 2010
    8
    The Single Player element of this game is quite good, the action is great, the scenes are interesting (the snowy scenes were my favorite), the scripting is actually ok (even though I dislike scripting), the gameplay and acting are well done. The graphics are amazing, probably the best i've seen in any game (except for maybe Dirt 2). There are some problems with Single Player, the The Single Player element of this game is quite good, the action is great, the scenes are interesting (the snowy scenes were my favorite), the scripting is actually ok (even though I dislike scripting), the gameplay and acting are well done. The graphics are amazing, probably the best i've seen in any game (except for maybe Dirt 2). There are some problems with Single Player, the enemy tend to focus on you a lot, there are some "rush for cover" parts that are annoying since they rely on just trial and error (such as avoid random mortar explosions, or avoid random aircraft falling from the sky - having to restart the scene countless times until you are lucky), and there are some parts where you need to fend off 100 enemies while the timer counts down (I really hate those kind of scenes), the high action can be very messy and tedious. Another problem is that your team mates just go on ahead of you and run into trouble. I would have preferred if you and your team were more professional and in control like as in Ghost Recon and you were the team leader, rather than be in a hectic rush all the time. Plus its a little too short (only 6-8 hours for a "full" price game is a waste of money, but it was given to me as a gift so I personally can't complain lol), but not quite as bad as some other games like Crysis for example. Above all, it was quite enjoyable and polished despite the problems. I'm not even going to attempt Multiplayer.. I never do anyway since online gaming is one big mess that is always unbalanced and inconsistent. Not bad, but Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2 is better imo.… Expand
  25. Paul.S
    Jan 6, 2010
    10
    I really like this game, good weapons, good music and the history is good. The people says ''multiplayer is bad'' because are noobs and cryes because they don't know how to play.
  26. VojislavL
    Jan 8, 2010
    9
    Ironicaly the retail version costs only 40 euros while buying it over the steam store will cost you 60 euros. Ouch for the steam. But the game itself is incredibly fun to play, was it the spec ops, multiplayer or the singleplayer. It deserves a 9 because of some disbalancements (Recently fized Javelin Glitch, Care package knifing glitch and so on)in multiplayer. Otherwise it would get a Ironicaly the retail version costs only 40 euros while buying it over the steam store will cost you 60 euros. Ouch for the steam. But the game itself is incredibly fun to play, was it the spec ops, multiplayer or the singleplayer. It deserves a 9 because of some disbalancements (Recently fized Javelin Glitch, Care package knifing glitch and so on)in multiplayer. Otherwise it would get a clean 10. While some people seek plot holes, script errors and other ridicilous flaws, they miss one thing. Games are made to be fun, not technically precise(no matter it is favourable).… Expand
  27. AlgernonC
    Feb 4, 2010
    10
    Ive had this game since it came out..I gave it a ten because this is the best game of the year, hell , my wife gets mad at me every night, and dont let it be on on a weekend when i dont have to work, omfg, its crazy, so I give a ten, job well done.... p.s I wish I could add more gun attachments like, heartbeat sensor,holographic sight, FMJ, attn mags
  28. RuneA
    Nov 11, 2009
    9
    I bought the game and really don't get what everyone is bitching about. The multiplayer plays great for me, and I don't think you need more than 9v9 players anyway. They should have dedicated servers, but it's not THAT big of a deal. A great game all in all.
  29. PyroKens
    Nov 10, 2009
    10
    This is excellent game, the reason i gave 10 is becouse the game is made without dedicated server, now you my wonder why i say its excelent and it has no dedicated reason i that most people dont enjoy the game that have 20 vs 20 players as maps get overflooded with grenades and you dont know who to kill, on the other side game has really improved graphic and gamplay and adding new content This is excellent game, the reason i gave 10 is becouse the game is made without dedicated server, now you my wonder why i say its excelent and it has no dedicated reason i that most people dont enjoy the game that have 20 vs 20 players as maps get overflooded with grenades and you dont know who to kill, on the other side game has really improved graphic and gamplay and adding new content to the game that really amaze me and i cant wait to play it on steam as they keep us on a straw till 12th November. I give 10 Overall for best game (game of the year imo)!… Expand
  30. JosB
    Nov 11, 2009
    9
    PC gaming is dead, long live PC gaming. I don't miss the dedicated servers at all, the game is lag free for me, I find others to play with within seconds, the maps are not over crowded (thank god, was a big issue in COD4), I can play with my friends using steam and I haven't even talked about the gameplay. This is top notch wether you like Singleplayer, co-op or multiplayer... PC gaming is dead, long live PC gaming. I don't miss the dedicated servers at all, the game is lag free for me, I find others to play with within seconds, the maps are not over crowded (thank god, was a big issue in COD4), I can play with my friends using steam and I haven't even talked about the gameplay. This is top notch wether you like Singleplayer, co-op or multiplayer... An overall great experience!… Expand
  31. NickH.
    Nov 10, 2009
    9
    Hello all, I saw everyone's rate and so I thought, I will rate to. I pre-ordered the game some months ago for the Playstation 3 (yes, a console!) and since I have it, I love it (like I expected). The game is very very good, good story, multiplayer is good, awesome COOP with friends and I geuss alot of features I don't know yet. But you guys will say "It's a console game". Hello all, I saw everyone's rate and so I thought, I will rate to. I pre-ordered the game some months ago for the Playstation 3 (yes, a console!) and since I have it, I love it (like I expected). The game is very very good, good story, multiplayer is good, awesome COOP with friends and I geuss alot of features I don't know yet. But you guys will say "It's a console game". No, you got it for PC to (hehe). But why they made dedicated servers for PC version? Because they don't like cheaters and people that play an illigal version of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 online. (Cracked versions>>>). I give it a nine, 1 point minus because of the problems with the PC-version, and the to bloody scene on the airfield where you play terrorist. If you ask it to me, it was not necassary to put such a mission in this game. (My opinion). Good luck, and buy this game, worth your money!… Expand
  32. jamest
    Nov 16, 2009
    9
    #Singleplayer Pros&Cons: +Good Story +Good Graphics +Good Audio +Good Gameplay -only around 7 hours of gameplay even on veteran(probably alot more for inexperienced players) #Multiplayer Co-op&Spec Ops Pros&Cons: +fun +quite Challenging -only 2 player max #Multiplayer deathmatch etc. Pros&Cons: +fun +very challenging +good variety +lots of unlockables leaves you with huge replayability #Singleplayer Pros&Cons: +Good Story +Good Graphics +Good Audio +Good Gameplay -only around 7 hours of gameplay even on veteran(probably alot more for inexperienced players) #Multiplayer Co-op&Spec Ops Pros&Cons: +fun +quite Challenging -only 2 player max #Multiplayer deathmatch etc. Pros&Cons: +fun +very challenging +good variety +lots of unlockables leaves you with huge replayability +good for casuals... -..bad for competitive gamers -no dedicated servers What's left to say is that i had 10 minutes of lag out of 6 hours of playing online. Also ignore those 0-1 ratings, with all the trash on the market, this is the best game i've played this year. Also it's the first time since 2000 ,when i started with counter-strike, that i've been hooked up with a FPS and played it for more than 30 minutes. I would pay 60$(around 48… Expand
  33. ZackRezowalli
    Dec 5, 2009
    10
    Modern Warfare 2 has taken everything that made the first Modern Warfare so popular and jacked it up. The game is exiting and will keep your heart rate up.
  34. jackp
    Jan 1, 2010
    10
    its one of the best games in the world nothing can beat this game at all
  35. MarcusS
    Jan 12, 2010
    10
    This have kept me entertained, and will for a long time. Stop whining.
  36. SebastianG
    Jan 13, 2010
    9
    Is very addicting, variety of weapons and combinations that make you get into the game to try out your own playstyle and see if it works.
  37. DanielN
    Jan 14, 2010
    9
    Great game, expecially like the special ops and online!
  38. MrMarkus
    Jan 14, 2010
    10
    Very nice game. I like the weapons and upgrades in game, RPG system and good multiplayer (never have problem to find good server without lags) and... I very like training, as in CoD 4 :)
  39. PatrickM.
    Jan 15, 2010
    8
    Greatest game ever
  40. flyking55
    Jan 15, 2010
    10
    It is a great game.Give me an unprecedented gaming experience! Whether single-player or multiplayer game, you can always find fun in the game. My only regret is that the plot of single-player short.
  41. powerm
    Jan 17, 2010
    9
    The game is in one word awesome! I have only little problems with joining, but i dont care, because it's an honour to play this fantastic game. grz from Holland!
  42. YourMum
    Jan 17, 2010
    9
    Very good game. Looks like they have no need for patches in this MW. And for some people it is not possible to find a "lagless game" 'cause you probally have a rubbish PC.
  43. menismenism
    Jan 18, 2010
    8
    good for ps3 and xbox 360 but for pc no...... i play call of duty from call of duty 1 and now i can't believe that i haven't got personal dedicated severs,and 50 maximum players..... sorry but my rate 7 .... any others call of duty has 10 .. (cod 3 has 2/10)
  44. AngelG
    Jan 18, 2010
    8
    is very nice, only the lag is horrible sometimes, but is a good game!
  45. JerryJ
    Jan 24, 2010
    10
    The most exciting first person shooter in a long time. The graphics are superb. The story line is in sink with our real world. InFinity Ward has done an outstanding job. Thank You
  46. Oliver
    Jan 24, 2010
    8
    Really good multiplayer. too bad the campaign was too short and had a really convoluted story. the visuals and cinematic technique was top-rate but I really wish they spent more time giving a more satisfying single-player coz the trailer practically gave the whole thing in just a few minutes. the challenges (offline) are appreciated and should keep you quite busy. to be fair, the Really good multiplayer. too bad the campaign was too short and had a really convoluted story. the visuals and cinematic technique was top-rate but I really wish they spent more time giving a more satisfying single-player coz the trailer practically gave the whole thing in just a few minutes. the challenges (offline) are appreciated and should keep you quite busy. to be fair, the characters are memorable, and the scripted action scenes wakes up the movie fan in all of us. the twists also punch you in the gut & slap ya in the face when it comes to shock factor. now if only they'd give us bigger maps and give some modes that give us a more wide-open setting compared to the cramped quake-style deathmatch maps, we'd have a complete fps shooter for everybody. this is for you CS fans who want fast-paced run & gun action w/ fantastic graphics. for those who want the bling of the Rainbow Six games w/o the unforgiving realism. haha oh yeah, IW should balance some guns, give us mod powers and private server capability to us PC players! we put FPS on the map darn it! product longevity matters, especially in this stupid slump of an economy. speaking of longevity, this is why offline games like Dragon Age and Mass Effect 2 will still sell strong even if don't have fancy multiplayer… Expand
  47. JessicaE.
    Jan 25, 2010
    10
    Wonderful game! Ending made me cry because how good it was. Can't wait for the next one
  48. OveMelaa
    Jan 26, 2010
    8
    Great game. Tons of weapons,perks,upgrades and other stuff to unlock. The single player game is crap but the online part is what makes this game a must have for tactical FPS fans!
  49. HBSBartlby
    Jan 26, 2010
    10
    Very Nice Multiplayer !!
  50. JpP.
    Jan 27, 2010
    9
    Besides the campers and the short, confusing campaign, this game is amazing. The graphics are awesome, the game play is incredible, and everything. My girlfriend actually thought it was an HD movie! Amazing game. They need to fix some bugs (like when you can't connect to the host when you're trying to find a game, you don't have to click find a game again). Great game, though.
  51. RagzPSN
    Jan 28, 2010
    10
    An intense multiplayer experience that changes how an online FPS feels and is played. While not for everyone (namely lone wolves or those fixated on Kill-Death Ratio), there is no denying Zipper Interactive has made a quality product with long lasting appeal.
  52. Tom
    Jan 31, 2010
    9
    This game is incredible. The engine is polished extremely well and nearly flawless. It is a powerhouse of an engine. Single player is sporadically fantastic with occasional moments of frustration. Multi-player is mindblowingly awesome, incredible detail in the achievements, the weapons are balanced so everyone in the match can have a different weapon yet still be equally matched. I love This game is incredible. The engine is polished extremely well and nearly flawless. It is a powerhouse of an engine. Single player is sporadically fantastic with occasional moments of frustration. Multi-player is mindblowingly awesome, incredible detail in the achievements, the weapons are balanced so everyone in the match can have a different weapon yet still be equally matched. I love Steam it makes all games better.… Expand
  53. DesumD
    Jan 3, 2010
    9
    I dont kmow why people are so harsh on MW2 because of no dedicated servers. MW2 is a great game,even without dedicated servers. I had plenty of fun with MW2 and it's worth 60 bucks.
  54. joeldk
    Jan 6, 2010
    10
    This game is just the best there is. Perfect Multiplayer gameplay, Great Singleplayer story. Just GREAT
  55. KristofferP
    Jan 6, 2010
    10
    I really dont understand all the people giving this game 0. It is absolutely the best game I have ever played..
  56. JacobS.
    Jan 8, 2010
    9
    First off, it seems to me that all the PC gamers are just pissed off about the lack of dedi servers. Well, I don't view it as much of a problem. The multiplayer is fun, the new guns are cool, and I especially liked the changes they made in the loadout choices, like having to choose between frags, semtex, claymores, C4, and other equipment. I also like that grips and grenade launchers First off, it seems to me that all the PC gamers are just pissed off about the lack of dedi servers. Well, I don't view it as much of a problem. The multiplayer is fun, the new guns are cool, and I especially liked the changes they made in the loadout choices, like having to choose between frags, semtex, claymores, C4, and other equipment. I also like that grips and grenade launchers no longer take up a perk slot. However, there are some annoyances, like lag (which is a rather large problem for me) and hackers. Hackers aren't actually a huge problem, but they're more noticeable, and a lot more annoying. I haven't yet beaten the singleplayer campaign yet, so I can't comment much on it. But so far, it seems to (like the original Modern Warfare) be entertaining, with many twists, epic moments, GREAT scenery and scripted events (Washington D.C. anyone?), and good characters. A few problems still remain, though; the ally AI can be fairly horrible, and some of the characters just aren't believable. Also, I'm still not happy with IW's standard to make it so your character never speaks, ever. To sum it all up: a good game, despite its flaws. It truly is more than the sum of its parts.… Expand
  57. GornMoody
    Feb 14, 2010
    9
    Compared to COD4, I think the single player campaign is somewhat longer and it was made to look like a movie. The multilayer, other than the annoying problem with overpowered knife users and shotgunners and the addition of akimbo, an attachment too much overused by some, is well crafted and keeps you playing from dawn to dusk.
  58. GerryD
    Feb 2, 2010
    9
    This game is really good! It is better than the old MW but I think it was extremely short. Overall it was well worth it and Hans Zimmer's music touched it up nicely! I've not really tried the online feature yet so I hope it's good too!
  59. AlexB.
    Feb 2, 2010
    9
    The SinglePlayer Storyline of this game was great, the Atmosphere was great, a little bit short, ok. The Multiplayer and when you say something I won't believe you, is the best I ever had, only the matchmaking system and the hackers suck. All in all a game to enjoy months with playing, when you love Multiplayersessions.
  60. m2
    Feb 2, 2010
    9
    For single player lovers: Amazingly complex storyline, albiet short, that keeps you going through the whole 5 hours of gameplay. It is one of few shooters who can give you amazing graphics at more than playable rates with special gameplay mechanics yet tell a deep story that throws you for a wild ride from the continuation of MW. I prefer the better story over extended play time but thats For single player lovers: Amazingly complex storyline, albiet short, that keeps you going through the whole 5 hours of gameplay. It is one of few shooters who can give you amazing graphics at more than playable rates with special gameplay mechanics yet tell a deep story that throws you for a wild ride from the continuation of MW. I prefer the better story over extended play time but thats a quality I like to see in my games. >For multiplayer lovers: If you go this route then be prepared to be dissappointed... maybe. I could care less for dedicated servers right now as long as they delievered an intuitive and fast game style where your never doing nothing for a long time. The bad stuff is you can't bend around corners, no dedicated servers, at times bad lag, and a game picking style similar to consol games like Halo 2. Conclusion: Great singleplayer if your looking for quality over quantity, mediocer multiplayer if you enjoy playing with friends for kicks and giggles but definitely not a clan game. I gave it a 9 because singleplayer for me comes first since multiplayer is pretty vanilla for the FPS genre. Don't like MW2 multiplayer? Then go get something else.… Expand
  61. ThomasA
    Mar 23, 2010
    9
    This game was excellent. It had a good storyline in single player. It was a bit complicated to understand so I had to play the game again which I didn't really mind as I usually play the COD single players again. Spec Ops was a very good introduction as a friend of yours on Steam would be able to play with you. I was extremely happy that it came on Steam as if you lost your CD for This game was excellent. It had a good storyline in single player. It was a bit complicated to understand so I had to play the game again which I didn't really mind as I usually play the COD single players again. Spec Ops was a very good introduction as a friend of yours on Steam would be able to play with you. I was extremely happy that it came on Steam as if you lost your CD for example it wouldn't be THAT much of a big deal. Online was excellent. The new perks, Kill streaks in particular and the new weapons. The only problem was the Sniper rifle selection. There just wasn't enough. The Akimbos were great. The problems were that it wasn't dedicated. Also the hardcore time respawn was a bit disappointing for me but that made up as people were easier to kill. The very last problem were the hackers. Although i rarely ran into them (usually during Ground War) they were still a bit of a pain. All in all the game was great and was the best game I waited for that whole year (2009) Thanks IW and keep up the good work.… Expand
  62. TomV.
    Apr 5, 2010
    9
    I agree that the missing dedicated servers are a malus to the game experience, but the Multiplayer is absolutely insane. The gameplay's just rockin and the graphics are good too. Many many weapons, perks and Kilstreaks. Its still fun after 100h of Ingametime. funfactor is a 10, gameplay a 10 graphics a 10 what sucks are the many many hackers on the onlineservers , the I agree that the missing dedicated servers are a malus to the game experience, but the Multiplayer is absolutely insane. The gameplay's just rockin and the graphics are good too. Many many weapons, perks and Kilstreaks. Its still fun after 100h of Ingametime. funfactor is a 10, gameplay a 10 graphics a 10 what sucks are the many many hackers on the onlineservers , the player=host-idea and the noob-tubers. But to me its the first good online-multiplayer-shooter after CS. In some ways better, because of its new ideas like killstreakrewards and perks.… Expand
  63. MatthewC
    Nov 11, 2009
    9
    Firstly, to the people who say this game is a step back because of it's online console inheritance - I salute you. If you give the game a 1/10 to prove this point, and to actually make change in the respect level's the pc games get. I salute you again. However, personally, I can't jump on that bandwagon and feel it is my duty to give the game merit regardless of the Firstly, to the people who say this game is a step back because of it's online console inheritance - I salute you. If you give the game a 1/10 to prove this point, and to actually make change in the respect level's the pc games get. I salute you again. However, personally, I can't jump on that bandwagon and feel it is my duty to give the game merit regardless of the absolutely no respect gesture from IW. I am conflicted doing this, as I feel I need to give the game a 0/10 to simply get through the message that we pc gamer's can't be treated like shit, because if we accept this, we are accepting future games that show us no respect. And while i understand all this, and have personally signed the petition saying how this is an incredibly bad move. I also must give credit to the actual game design. Games are often valued on memorable gaming moments, and the short singleplayer this game has - is full of them. It's also a very good looking game. With everything maxed out. The problem with a game like this, is that it's not doing so well for the people, like myself, that want innovation in the genre. Ramping up the incredible set pieces makes it entertaining, but war games are overdone. Way way, overdone. If this game came out a few years ago, when it was all fresh, I would have given it a 10. But the fact is, I have seen this type of game far too many times. Far too many. But working against me need for originality, is a stellar package. Online co-op, online competitive, and a strong memorable singleplayer. A package that is polished in every area. I'm actually tempted to give this an 8, not because it deserves an 8. But because it's doing nothing at all for original products, and the more people that purchase this, could have purchased something incredible and fresh. But, in pure entertainment terms. This game does in fact... do very well. So against my own hate for what this game represents, and my need to boycott this game for a number of reasons. I reluctantly give it a 9. If IW make another stellar game, and treat pc gamers like shit AGAIN. However. Expect me to never purchase another great game of theirs again.… Expand
  64. harr
    Nov 11, 2009
    10
    Game is great. Single Player is such an amazing epic story. Graphics were tweak and more intense. There are more features into the game.. we are all upset about the dedicated server.. but IW net had did a great job. I been playing games with no lag and was VERY smooth. The matchmaking system is user friendly and easy and quick! Most of these people who rates 0 are kids with no life, who Game is great. Single Player is such an amazing epic story. Graphics were tweak and more intense. There are more features into the game.. we are all upset about the dedicated server.. but IW net had did a great job. I been playing games with no lag and was VERY smooth. The matchmaking system is user friendly and easy and quick! Most of these people who rates 0 are kids with no life, who can't afford the game, who never even have the game installed or even touched it.. and is just RAGED cause they can't get what they want and most likely got to steal their own PARENTS money to pay the extra $10 increase on this game. this game won't let you down, but it seems all of these useless fags boycotters are pissing me off and crying like little girls. atleast buy the game before you rate something holy sh*t.… Expand
  65. W.
    Nov 11, 2009
    9
    I play it for the single player,not for the multiplayer.The campaign is still great as COD4(though a little bit short). Still a EPIC game. Without dedicated server doesn't influence my mood. I can still play multi with joy .And for those who is disappointed about IWnet,I think there are some solution in the future,try to be happy with this game!
  66. Daniel
    Nov 10, 2009
    10
    It's impossible to describe MW2, it's impossible to explain why it's a must-have game for everyone. I just call it EPIC. Yes, the story is short, but holy shit, it's intense. Take your favorite movie, add about 5 twists to the plot, and imagine you're controlling 3 or 4 of the major characters throughout the story. That's Modern Warfare 2. And I didn't It's impossible to describe MW2, it's impossible to explain why it's a must-have game for everyone. I just call it EPIC. Yes, the story is short, but holy shit, it's intense. Take your favorite movie, add about 5 twists to the plot, and imagine you're controlling 3 or 4 of the major characters throughout the story. That's Modern Warfare 2. And I didn't even try the multiplayer yet.… Expand
  67. C
    Nov 10, 2009
    10
    Oh boy. 90% of the user reviewers here are ragetyping, consoleplaying small kids who can't appreciate a balanced FPS that doesn't have a 64 man orgy-fest in a small town, or amateur server hosters that restricts 90% of the game's content to suit themselves and their friends. Go back crying to your MW1 martyrdom orgy. We quality players prefer a game with balancement, Thanks.
  68. StevenA
    Nov 12, 2009
    8
    This is a brilliant game. I am all aware of the great problems about multiplayer, like no dedicated servers and only up to 18 players per map, but the singleplayer/Co-op is the best i have ever seen. The story is filled with little things, made in a fantastic way, it contains lots of levels, like the iceclimber, that makes you think the game is more than just FPS. And the speciel-orbs, This is a brilliant game. I am all aware of the great problems about multiplayer, like no dedicated servers and only up to 18 players per map, but the singleplayer/Co-op is the best i have ever seen. The story is filled with little things, made in a fantastic way, it contains lots of levels, like the iceclimber, that makes you think the game is more than just FPS. And the speciel-orbs, are brilliant work, giving lots of challenges, to even the best CoD gamer, and if you play with a friend, you can make spectacular teamwork. So if you are a fan of singleplayer, but this game.… Expand
  69. BobS.
    Nov 10, 2009
    8
    Even though the lack of dedicated servers and modding capabilites mw2 is still a good game. The single player is a bit short but its awsome. And also from what i see you cant make maps either. Come on IW, havent you learned?
  70. WunH.
    Nov 10, 2009
    10
    I was up in arms when i heard about the changes IW was making. But rather than bitch and whine and act like a little spoiled kid- i walked into BEst Buy and bought a copy to see for myself what all the fuss was. I dove into the single player campaign for about an hour and it was amazing. With DX10 At 1920 x 1080 with max settings it looks insanely good and was very playable- so its not I was up in arms when i heard about the changes IW was making. But rather than bitch and whine and act like a little spoiled kid- i walked into BEst Buy and bought a copy to see for myself what all the fuss was. I dove into the single player campaign for about an hour and it was amazing. With DX10 At 1920 x 1080 with max settings it looks insanely good and was very playable- so its not 100 hours long like dragon age - waah - so what it is still an amazing experience. Then i tried the multi-player and it was smooth and able to get me into TDM and FFA games quickly without me having to find the lowest ping - then look for a populated server- then find one that has punkbuster, etc. That crap is gone and in its place is a system that gets you in the game with a click. I got into a TDM game that was 12 vs 12 and i had no lag and the map was the perfect size for the teams. Its actually so much better than i thought it was going to be- no more random lagged out 32 player spawn and die frustration. This game actually throws you a bone if u are getting spawn killed over and over by giving you a 10 second massive health boost to get you out of the danger areas and back into the fight making it more fun and less frustrating. Then there are the new weapons and perks and the cool special ops campaigns- i had a blast playing thru those and can see alot of replayability there. The whiners will always whine but as a hard-core PC gamer i say "more PEW PEW and less QQ" this game is my new favorite game this year - next to Dragon Age Origins, and RE5, and NFS Shift. I approached it with an open mind and tried to empty my cup to see what they were going for with this new COD and I for one appreciate what they have done. Nice Job IW- i thought it was gonna be kinda shitty with the smaller team size and the IWnet and i was wrong. I am having a hard time stopping playing but i gotta be up for work in 5 hours. Do yourself a favor and dont listen to the whiners who dont want innovation or change- hell i bet they still are running Windows XP and an old Nvidia 6600 which would make me grumpy and whiney too. Great frackin game- nuff said. Peace out.… Expand
  71. ThomasR
    Nov 12, 2009
    10
    To be honest, I love this game. I was a big fan of COD4, and am now an even bigger one of MW2. It's SP is incredibly well made, and it's MP is better than ever. I am a PC gamer at heart, and I was slightly disappointed when they removed dedicated servers. However, due to where I live, it is often hard for me to find a server offering me a decent ping. Now, with matchmaking, I am To be honest, I love this game. I was a big fan of COD4, and am now an even bigger one of MW2. It's SP is incredibly well made, and it's MP is better than ever. I am a PC gamer at heart, and I was slightly disappointed when they removed dedicated servers. However, due to where I live, it is often hard for me to find a server offering me a decent ping. Now, with matchmaking, I am almost always getting 3 or 4 (4 = best) bars for my latency. It never lags. The weapons, attachments, perks, maps, everything make up an awesome MP experience. Despite the lack of dedicated servers and other MP limitations, I'm having more fun in MW2 than I did in COD4 for all those years. Definitely recommend a purchase if you can see past the bias reviews from people hurt by the removal of dedicated servers.… Expand
  72. JeffreyC
    Nov 13, 2009
    10
    The arrogance of gamers who rate this game 0 and 1 make me absolutely sick. 7 million copies sold in the first 24 hours world wide setting new industry records. Let me be the first to congratulate you haters on your successful boycott. I'm willing to bet most of you haven't even played the game. This is a quality AAA title, and deserves more respect. Single player was The arrogance of gamers who rate this game 0 and 1 make me absolutely sick. 7 million copies sold in the first 24 hours world wide setting new industry records. Let me be the first to congratulate you haters on your successful boycott. I'm willing to bet most of you haven't even played the game. This is a quality AAA title, and deserves more respect. Single player was phenomenal, and blew my expectations away. I've played 8+ hours of muliplayer and was not disappointed. The casual market vastly outweighs the hardcore market because the majority of us have LIVES. The system that is put into place is a fair and balanced between both worlds. The decision to incorporate Steam was outstanding, and to be honest the correct one. ESD providers such as Steam are a blessing in the game industry. I have yet to encounter any devastating lag most reviewers speak of, and host reconnections are brief and rare. Infinity Ward took COD4 and improved it in every way. Maps feel less confined and more organic. The combat system is much more balanced. There are a variety of maps, more unlocks, more guns, and two player co-op! How can you even complain about 9v9? It saved the game in my opinion. Worth the $60 I paid, and hands down the best game I own. Purchase this game.… Expand
  73. lordolunch
    Nov 14, 2009
    9
    These people are a bunch of retards fo real. None of them even talk about the actual game. WAH! No dedicated servers. WAH! It uses a matching system. WAH WAH WAH. The actual GAME is a lot of fun. It has tons of action, and looks great if you have a rig to run it. The single player is a blast, and multiplayer actually worked great for me, although I do hope they make dedicated servers for These people are a bunch of retards fo real. None of them even talk about the actual game. WAH! No dedicated servers. WAH! It uses a matching system. WAH WAH WAH. The actual GAME is a lot of fun. It has tons of action, and looks great if you have a rig to run it. The single player is a blast, and multiplayer actually worked great for me, although I do hope they make dedicated servers for it, I can survive with the matching system for now as it works fine. Great game buy it.… Expand
  74. BobbyH
    Nov 10, 2009
    10
    Brilliant campaign, even though it's a little short and the multiplayer is surprisingly good, even without dedicated servers! No lag and I played for about 5 hours!
  75. ErikM
    Nov 10, 2009
    9
    Great game, despite the higher than usual price tag. Campaign is great, Very immersive and exciting. Granted, I'm running this thing on a High-end gaming PC, so I'm not sure how it'll perform on an average desktop, but I was very pleased with my frame rate and graphic detail (which was at Max). As to the Dedicated server issue, while it would be nice to have dedicated Great game, despite the higher than usual price tag. Campaign is great, Very immersive and exciting. Granted, I'm running this thing on a High-end gaming PC, so I'm not sure how it'll perform on an average desktop, but I was very pleased with my frame rate and graphic detail (which was at Max). As to the Dedicated server issue, while it would be nice to have dedicated servers, I noticed no lag or wierd host favors, so It's a moot issue to me. 9/10 -- Get it if you haven't yet.… Expand
  76. WilsonGarrett
    Nov 16, 2009
    9
    I love this game, and I can't stop playing it. The single is phenomenal, and the multiplayer is everything call of duty 4 should have been. All the people that are giving it 1's and 0's probably haven't even bought the game, no dedicated servers does suck but its the gameplay that matters .
  77. ValtteriM
    Nov 10, 2009
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. That ridiculously low user score is thoughfully boycotter's fault. They are just giving it 0 couse they cant create own dedicated servers? Well thats just stupid and good thing that REAL rewievers gives this game good scores.
  78. OSD
    Nov 16, 2009
    9
    After putting 30+ hours into multiplayer (PC) and playing through campaign / spec-ops on console, I must say that I'm simply baffled by the sheer amount of ridiculously low user scores. To all those who are still on the fence about this game and trying to make up their mind, rest assured that these user comments you are reading here are just the "vocal minority" that follows every After putting 30+ hours into multiplayer (PC) and playing through campaign / spec-ops on console, I must say that I'm simply baffled by the sheer amount of ridiculously low user scores. To all those who are still on the fence about this game and trying to make up their mind, rest assured that these user comments you are reading here are just the "vocal minority" that follows every major game release (the satisfied millions of users are probably too busy playing the game to come and comment here). I think the vast majority of them simply cannot see beyond the "They changed it so now it sucks" whining and therefore don't hesitate to rate this fine game with 0s and 1s. As for the game itself, the single player is a blast (although a rather short one, yes) if you like Hollywood-esque action. The campaign is packed with it and has some truly breath taking moments of pure adrenaline. The co-op Spec Ops mode is a very good addition and provides hours and hours of additional fun before you hit the online multiplayer. Now, the multiplayer. I seriously think that those who experience game-breaking lag should blame their Internet service providers before MW2. Out of dozens of matches I have so far played I have encountered noticable lag only a couple of times, and although I must admit that I have a 100mbps fiber-optic Internet connection at my home my friends playing on a regular DSL fared no worse. The matchmaking system can use a little tweaking for level-balancing and such (which is pretty easy to do and will surely come with future patches) but otherwise is very quick and efficient in finding matches. In CoD 4 (where I played to Prestige 3) I have never ever deviated from servers running anything but the original, official game ruleset so as far as all the fuss about the lack of dedicated server and player-modding support is concerned, I really fail to see the meaning of it. Someone mentioned something about better anti-cheat protection because dedicated hosts can ban people from their servers, but I will take the new system where cheaters will get banned from ALL servers simultaneously over the old one any time, thank you very much. So overall, a great game even if you are just going to blast through the campaign and then burn several days with a buddy playing Spec Ops. But if you are also into online multiplayer, getting MW2 is a no-brainer. Have fun!… Expand
  79. EvenK
    Nov 16, 2009
    8
    The singleplayer campaign was too short, and confusing. It lasted me 5 hours. What the hell happened to the guy you hunted down in Brazil? What the hell happened to Makarov? ... The singleplayer portion is not organized at all, moving you from Brazil, to the US, to Russia, to Brazil again.. wtf.. Special ops is very fun if you play with a friend. I wish they would have more vehicle-based The singleplayer campaign was too short, and confusing. It lasted me 5 hours. What the hell happened to the guy you hunted down in Brazil? What the hell happened to Makarov? ... The singleplayer portion is not organized at all, moving you from Brazil, to the US, to Russia, to Brazil again.. wtf.. Special ops is very fun if you play with a friend. I wish they would have more vehicle-based Spec ops sessions. It'll last you longer than the campaign, that's for sure. As for online, pretty good. A lot of new challanges and perks, prestige mode, new guns etc. They didn't implement dedicated servers which is a pretty stupid thing to do. There's 15 MP maps and I don't wanna play through the all. The only good map in my opinion is Afghan, so why do they force me to play the other, boring maps? Advantages such as dedicated servers and peeking left or right is not implemented in the game. As a matter of fact, the console versions now have an advantage. I'm thinking of leaderboards and split-screen function.… Expand
  80. rtruuerrg
    Nov 16, 2009
    9
    Having no dedicated server should not give the game a 0. It was announced months before the game released that there's no dedicated server. Why did you buy it then? The game is perfect, singleplayer has a great plot, keeping me entertained for hours and multiplayer is just amazing. Once, I agree more what the critics said than the people. Half of you don't even own the game nor Having no dedicated server should not give the game a 0. It was announced months before the game released that there's no dedicated server. Why did you buy it then? The game is perfect, singleplayer has a great plot, keeping me entertained for hours and multiplayer is just amazing. Once, I agree more what the critics said than the people. Half of you don't even own the game nor do you know how to rate a game.… Expand
  81. JustinL
    Nov 20, 2009
    9
    I don't see what everyone is complaining about. Yes, the game doesn't have dedicated servers, but SO WHAT. It still offers one of the best multiplayer shooter experiences I've had the privilege to play. Most of the maps offer just enough space for 6-9 players, anymore and it would be overcrowded. It is still every bit as fast paced as it's predecessor (meaning CoD4). I don't see what everyone is complaining about. Yes, the game doesn't have dedicated servers, but SO WHAT. It still offers one of the best multiplayer shooter experiences I've had the privilege to play. Most of the maps offer just enough space for 6-9 players, anymore and it would be overcrowded. It is still every bit as fast paced as it's predecessor (meaning CoD4). Perks have been vastly improved upon, and customizable killstreaks, I mean, COME ON. So while the rest of you are crying about no dedicated servers, the rest of us will be playing what will be one of the best online multiplayer experiences you can get.… Expand
  82. MaxW
    Nov 21, 2009
    10
    Whatever the other guys said, I belive that this is one of the best games to come to the PC in the past year, where to start..... For one:the campaign isn't very short but could be just a little longer so id give it: 9/10 Also:The MultiPlayer isn't nothing short of epicness, the lack of dedcated servers isn't a propblem for me, i like differnt gameplay each match, not Whatever the other guys said, I belive that this is one of the best games to come to the PC in the past year, where to start..... For one:the campaign isn't very short but could be just a little longer so id give it: 9/10 Also:The MultiPlayer isn't nothing short of epicness, the lack of dedcated servers isn't a propblem for me, i like differnt gameplay each match, not playing with the same people alll the time, the weapon upgrade are great and the maps are very Exotic, so i'd Give it 10/10 finally the spec Ops, is very nice and very differnt to that of normal gameplay, to defending to evading to invading, the spec ops will take hours off your weekends, so id give it 10/10 SO all to gather this game will take alll of your weekends for a while.... and to alll the dumbos aout there who is giveing this game 0/10 your dipshits, the lack of dedcated servers doesn't make this game suck.… Expand
  83. JoelM
    Nov 20, 2009
    8
    An overall awesome game. Some of the graphics are awesome but some are definitely sub-par. The campaign is short but awesome. However, the lack of dedicated servers, lean and some game crash issues(It crashes now and then for me, my friends don't seem to have this problem) drag down the final that would been a 9 if these issues where announced to a 7.
  84. DanielP
    Nov 20, 2009
    9
    People need to grow up and stop throwing tantrums about such trivial things. This is an excellent game! The single player campaign does fly by, but there is a lot packed into it, and it is in no way boring to play through. The amount of detail packed in is immense! There is also Spec Ops mode to keep you happy once the single player story has finished. The multiplayer is excellent, and People need to grow up and stop throwing tantrums about such trivial things. This is an excellent game! The single player campaign does fly by, but there is a lot packed into it, and it is in no way boring to play through. The amount of detail packed in is immense! There is also Spec Ops mode to keep you happy once the single player story has finished. The multiplayer is excellent, and despite what everyone on here is saying, I've experienced no problems. Only once have I had the host leave a game, and the only delay was about 10 seconds while a new host was found. Then the game continued from exactly where it left off. It wasn't much of an issue. The matchmaking has been fine as well, and you can still play with friends without a problem. I haven't experienced any of this extreme lag that people keep writing about either. Honestly, there's nothing to worry about! Don't let the negative user reviews put you off this game. The multiplayer is a lot of fun and will keep you coming back for a long time after you finish the single player portions.… Expand
  85. Nick
    Nov 20, 2009
    8
    SINGLEPLAYER ONLY: I found the singleplayer campaign very fun and inventive. It felt somewhat like a repeat of the original, but the new scenarios and locations added a certain fun factor. I know that it may be too much to ask for improvements, but I feel as though there were no 'new' experiences or abilities provided over its predecessor. Such are the reasons that I gave this SINGLEPLAYER ONLY: I found the singleplayer campaign very fun and inventive. It felt somewhat like a repeat of the original, but the new scenarios and locations added a certain fun factor. I know that it may be too much to ask for improvements, but I feel as though there were no 'new' experiences or abilities provided over its predecessor. Such are the reasons that I gave this game an 8. FOR SINGLEPLAYER.… Expand
  86. EarthwormJ
    Nov 23, 2009
    9
    Contrary to all the haters, I really like this game. Single player rocks, and the story is nicely confusing on the surface but holds up if you think about it, and Spec Ops is a blast. Multiplayer is actually good, at least for me. This is probably because I've always had to deal with 100-150 ping, seeing as I have a really crappy internet connection. And i thought I'd be unhappy Contrary to all the haters, I really like this game. Single player rocks, and the story is nicely confusing on the surface but holds up if you think about it, and Spec Ops is a blast. Multiplayer is actually good, at least for me. This is probably because I've always had to deal with 100-150 ping, seeing as I have a really crappy internet connection. And i thought I'd be unhappy with small matches, seeing as I always gravitated to the big ones in Mod1, but it's actually extremely fun, mainly because the maps are small enough to fit the number of players, there's less random death from explosives/snipers (though people still do abuse the grenade launcher, which pushes my buttons), and you can actually hold a grudge and get some satisfaction out of backstabbing the guy who just blew your head off, making MP in Mod2 more satisfying, for me, than the legions of random players I had to contend with in Mod1. But again, this just might be me. The lack of dedicated servers is annoying, and VAC is not nearly as good at policing non-Valve games, but hackers actually, in a certain perverse sense, make the game more fun, because, as I said, it's much more satisfying to kill a hacker when there's only eight players total. Further, seeing as I have crappy ping, I don't really like the matchmaking, because I always liked to find the lowest ping game available, and the matchmaking has some weird protocol that excludes me from those matches because I have high ping. Also, the claim that matchmaking will put you with people close to your own rank is mostly for naught, so don't get your hopes up. But, all in all, this game is actually excellent, with the exception of a few minor gripes. Buy it, though, chances are, you already have, seeing as the game's already sold at least ten million copies. Take that boycotters.… Expand
  87. JohnDoe
    Nov 20, 2009
    10
    IWNet works pretty damn good. It takes less than a min to get all your friends in a group and join a full server. To top it off your always on the same team. Lag is rare especially during peak hours in your timezone. I almost always play with 2-4 friends, IWNet makes this 100 times easier. Ignore all the haters that have not tried IWNet. They are just hating for the sake of being part of IWNet works pretty damn good. It takes less than a min to get all your friends in a group and join a full server. To top it off your always on the same team. Lag is rare especially during peak hours in your timezone. I almost always play with 2-4 friends, IWNet makes this 100 times easier. Ignore all the haters that have not tried IWNet. They are just hating for the sake of being part of something. After experiencing IWNet first hand i will never go back to COD4's mp.… Expand
  88. MatthewD
    Nov 23, 2009
    10
    Amazing single player, not as good as the original Modern Warfare in this respect but still really good. Multiplayer is much better than the original though. This is the game to have if you want to play an FPS online. Ignore all the cries of dedicated server and mods. This is something the old players will have to get used to and opens up multiplayer to a much wider audience for the PC.
  89. DannyE
    Nov 30, 2009
    10
    Cool game, lagg is a serieus issue for most people with no descent connection. They often do not know they did are causing the lagg with there weak hosting power. Incredible single player, nice story, but expected more from a 10 gb game. Multiplayer is very nice, no more puzzling voor de beginners with joinen a game by clicking on a server, it now is a perfect beginner friendly game, Cool game, lagg is a serieus issue for most people with no descent connection. They often do not know they did are causing the lagg with there weak hosting power. Incredible single player, nice story, but expected more from a 10 gb game. Multiplayer is very nice, no more puzzling voor de beginners with joinen a game by clicking on a server, it now is a perfect beginner friendly game, which can be played on a high level skill with clans.… Expand
  90. ChristianL
    Nov 30, 2009
    10
    I have been playing this game since the day it came out... i beat the campaign (which was amazing by the way) in under 6 hours on Normal. I play on a PC which allows me to amp the graphics up to Extra settings and not experience a bit of lag. I have yet to run into ANY hackers or mod-players. Yes there may be the rare lagging room but it occurs A LOT less then people are saying. I have I have been playing this game since the day it came out... i beat the campaign (which was amazing by the way) in under 6 hours on Normal. I play on a PC which allows me to amp the graphics up to Extra settings and not experience a bit of lag. I have yet to run into ANY hackers or mod-players. Yes there may be the rare lagging room but it occurs A LOT less then people are saying. I have had no problems with game play Online or not. I give the Graphics am A++ The AI an A+ the game play a A and the online play B due to Rude gamers. Other then that the game is amazing :) and i enjoy every minute of it.… Expand
  91. declanh
    Dec 11, 2009
    10
    this is the best game i ever played its really amazing and just the game you need to have:P greetz SniperMSG90(add me ad steam:P)
  92. Stevenh
    Dec 10, 2009
    9
    To be Honest all the people that likes the game is playing it right now all the people that dislikes it comments here.
  93. L.O.
    Dec 10, 2009
    10
    Just voting a 10, as it really doesn't deserve the bad grade. I mean, the singleplayer is fun and well, that there are no dedicated server doesn't mean that the multiplayer can't be fun.
  94. ToddH
    Dec 10, 2009
    10
    I loved the campain and those who says it's short, then try beating it on another dificulty apart from recruit. And for multiplayer all guns have alot more new accesories for everyone to try out and with bling and bling pro more than one attachment is a godsend, thank you infinity ward! Oh and the people oh say this game is sh**, honestly, just because you can't get a kill or I loved the campain and those who says it's short, then try beating it on another dificulty apart from recruit. And for multiplayer all guns have alot more new accesories for everyone to try out and with bling and bling pro more than one attachment is a godsend, thank you infinity ward! Oh and the people oh say this game is sh**, honestly, just because you can't get a kill or you get killed so much, don't take it out on the game and don't use lag/hax/bad host as an excuse… Expand
  95. Chris
    Dec 15, 2009
    10
    Hands down the best FPS game I've ever played, I am going to be honest here. The game the game has a few issues. Single player is very short, but on the other hand the best and intense 6 hours ever, uncustomizable multiplayer game which means you only get to select game mode you wanna play, you cant select what map you wanna play. dual shotguns are a bit overpowered in the Hands down the best FPS game I've ever played, I am going to be honest here. The game the game has a few issues. Single player is very short, but on the other hand the best and intense 6 hours ever, uncustomizable multiplayer game which means you only get to select game mode you wanna play, you cant select what map you wanna play. dual shotguns are a bit overpowered in the multiplayer. These are the only issues I see in this game. other than that, this game got stunning graphic, amazing and very balanced maps, the weapon looks cool and just feels great when shooting. Story is good, though it is abit short, A.I is great. Spec Ops is great fun to, I've spend many hours playinng them with my friend and had a blast going through them. About the lag, I have not notice any at all. This is a very great game over all and well worth the 60 bucks. I think the reason why this game have received such bad user ratings is because of all the hype the game have got. well worth the 60$ for the 100+ hours played, and many more to come.… Expand
  96. Dennis
    Dec 21, 2009
    9
    I was never a big fan of Call of Duty multiplayer, so I mostly bought this game for the single-player and cooperative spec ops feature (and because I was really starved for a new game). I can say I like it slightly better than the original Modern Warfare. The story is a little hard to swallow, moves a little too fast for the player to understand all the necessary information, and I was never a big fan of Call of Duty multiplayer, so I mostly bought this game for the single-player and cooperative spec ops feature (and because I was really starved for a new game). I can say I like it slightly better than the original Modern Warfare. The story is a little hard to swallow, moves a little too fast for the player to understand all the necessary information, and doesn't seem to provide enough background information on who you are fighting, but it proved far more intriguing than that of its predecessor (and far less generic). The gameplay feels slightly deeper with the addition of civilians, riot-sheilds, guille-suited enemies, heart-beat sensors and the like. The campaign still does a good job with shocking the player, and genuinely keeping him on his toes, and the increased variety in enemies and locations, while superficial, is nice. The campaign may be short, but it's so meaty and non-reptitive, and its story progresses so quickly, that it FEELS longer than it truly is.… Expand
  97. JamesG
    Dec 2, 2009
    10
    This game's SP and MP are amazing experiences. I have never actually experienced many problems with the MP and im not sure why people complain so much. The MP has been improved a lot more with more weapons, improved perk system and just more everything. This is a definite buy for FPS gamers. If you don't buy this you are missing out.
  98. P.N.
    Dec 23, 2009
    10
    This is a very fun and detailed game, you can see how much IW have made into this game and it is alot. The Singleplayer experience is very good, better than the previous games, the Spec-Ops option also works very well, with alot of unique missions. I got surprised about the Multiplayer experience since I have heard from my friends and the media that it wouldn't be that great, the This is a very fun and detailed game, you can see how much IW have made into this game and it is alot. The Singleplayer experience is very good, better than the previous games, the Spec-Ops option also works very well, with alot of unique missions. I got surprised about the Multiplayer experience since I have heard from my friends and the media that it wouldn't be that great, the only 2 Major factors is the, of course Dedicated Servers, which I think they should have made, due to the proffesional play in this game, which IW have killed now, the other major factor is the IWNet which really has alot of lagg and fails at times. And than they also removed the lean option which I can't think of ANY good reason why too. But all in all, I am rather satisfacted of what I got, I think you payed for what you get, and yes my friend, I am an old hardcore CoD fan, tho I still prefer CoD4 for MW2, a true fan should buy this, and newbie should not.… Expand
  99. JonathanA
    Dec 3, 2009
    10
    Great Singleplayer storyline that ties in well with COD4. Excelent graphics and visual effects. Multiplayer has plenty of customization, playablility, and also very realistic in my opinion.
  100. Painkiller300
    Dec 30, 2009
    8
    Well if you are able to look past the not having dedicated servers. (-1) and the 60$ price tag for the PC (-1) (and really wtf was with that) This game is great. The single player is fun and full of twist. and the co-op is balanced if you want to play with a friend or try it solo.The Juggernauts are a bit OP but thats why there Juggernauts.
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#14 Best PC Game of 2009
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#1 Most Discussed PC Game of 2009
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#32 Most Shared PC Game of 2009

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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 40 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 40
  3. Negative: 0 out of 40
  1. 1UP
    91
    The PC version of Modern Warfare 2 is identical to the console versions in almost every way, and that's actually the problem. PC gamers have a certain expectation for online shooters. Removing dedicated server and user mod support from a game that's already $10 more than its predecessor seriously hinders the long term appeal for me.
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  2. Thunderbolt
    90
    Modern Warfare 2 will leave you breathless.
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  3. GamingExcellence
    92
    It looks better, it plays better, the story is more intense and the multiplayer is more inviting. And with the inclusion of SpecOps, the longevity of this game is sure to have increased as well.
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