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. nitroglycerine
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    After I heard MW2 was not going to have any Dedicated Servers, I knew it was going to go right downhill from there, and then some. And I was right. 9v9 caps, which have now turned into 6v6, serious problems with the IWnet matchmaking, no leaning, probably ridiculously small maps [again], no console, hardly any customization, no mods [not that i like them], no custom maps, probably even After I heard MW2 was not going to have any Dedicated Servers, I knew it was going to go right downhill from there, and then some. And I was right. 9v9 caps, which have now turned into 6v6, serious problems with the IWnet matchmaking, no leaning, probably ridiculously small maps [again], no console, hardly any customization, no mods [not that i like them], no custom maps, probably even more terrible single player full of cinematics, higher unnecessary price, etc. I knew I wasn't going to waste my money on IW making the worst game of the year, so I didn't. I'd rather save it for something more worthwhile. I rate this game at zero until they can actually prove that they care about PC users instead of making a half-assed console to pc port. Good job Infinity Ward, I hope you go under for your mistakes, I really do. Still feels heartwarming to know that you will be losing at least 180 000+ purchases from enraged PC users who have signed the online boycott petition - including myself.… Expand
  2. BrianD
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    With cheats already being released for call of duty modern warfare 2 (see youtube), and the game already being out on warez websites for the xbox 360 and PC. All methods they claimed to prevent piracy and cheating outright failed. The only persons that will have issues will be legitimate buyers wanted to have some fun. As little time as possible has been given to the PC release, making With cheats already being released for call of duty modern warfare 2 (see youtube), and the game already being out on warez websites for the xbox 360 and PC. All methods they claimed to prevent piracy and cheating outright failed. The only persons that will have issues will be legitimate buyers wanted to have some fun. As little time as possible has been given to the PC release, making them say that having mouse support, and graphics settings makes are special features for the pc version. Because of this, i'm missing many features in the game that i personally find mandatory for any PC game to have. For that reason the game is not worthy of being called a game, and in my opinion deserves a 0 rating for the PC.… Expand
  3. ShawnM
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    The lack of Dedicated servers, no community support, only 18-player multiplayer, and sheer arrogance of Infinity Ward to say that VAC will catch all the cheaters put this over the top for me. I personally handle hacking accusations and demos for a very large FPS gaming community and can attest to the fact that VAC is single handedly the worst at catching hackers. They also only ban on a The lack of Dedicated servers, no community support, only 18-player multiplayer, and sheer arrogance of Infinity Ward to say that VAC will catch all the cheaters put this over the top for me. I personally handle hacking accusations and demos for a very large FPS gaming community and can attest to the fact that VAC is single handedly the worst at catching hackers. They also only ban on a once monthly basis at best, their excuse is so that the cheaters dont get altered... meanwhile the hackers ruin other players game time. And without the ability to moderate players behavior or actions on a server leads to some 11 year old spouting vulgar and racist comments towards others and theres no ability for anyone to stop them. Theres more but I'll try to keep this short, onto other issues. I could get into the gameplay flaws in the COD series but unfortunately I dont have the character limit. So I'll summarize a few flaws. - Theres an X that pops up in your cross hair when you hit someone, weather you can see them or not. Seriously? Who pitched that idea. Its used as a pseudo-wallhack in 90% of situations. - Auto targeting? Really... I get you want to play to casual gamers but if you cant AIM on your own, maybe a FPS isnt for you. Remove this crap. - Theres computer controlled killstreak bonuses. I love it when I get shot by a helicopter with a 360 degree autoaim. Its cheap and lacks any discernible level of skill. Granted they added player controlled, but it should be that all the time. - And of course its biggest flaw, the "spawn everywhere" mentality that is has plagued FPS's lately. I just cleared this room and get 2ft out the door and get shot in the back by some guy who just spawned. Or better yet I spawn in someone's crosshairs... wow again, takes all skill and tactics out of the gameplay. Theres more but I'm sick of talking about CoD and IW.… Expand
  4. AdrianB.
    Nov 11, 2009
    9
    This game is a brilliant follow-up to CoD4. Heaps more polished, and so far the single-player missions are great. Despite all the haters moaning about no dedi-servers, I just had a ball playing multiplayer. I actually prefer smaller matches to larger ones (I love 6 on 6), and everything worked flawlessly. Sure, the lack of dedi-server support might mean 10% of hardcore gamers won't This game is a brilliant follow-up to CoD4. Heaps more polished, and so far the single-player missions are great. Despite all the haters moaning about no dedi-servers, I just had a ball playing multiplayer. I actually prefer smaller matches to larger ones (I love 6 on 6), and everything worked flawlessly. Sure, the lack of dedi-server support might mean 10% of hardcore gamers won't be able to play the same way they play CoD4, but the other 90% of regular gamers won't care and might actually appreciate the simplicity of getting into a low-ping MP game. Don't let a very vocal minority sway your opinion of this game - judge it on its merits. Take a look for yourself and make up your own mind. I enjoy this game for what Infinity Ward HAVE given us, not for what they HAVEN'T. There is a lot to love here.… Expand
  5. ChrisF
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    Console p2p multi-player is a step backwards by far. Dedicated servers were taken out and replaced by IW-net's p2p matchmaking this is not what pc players want at all. If IW were to man up and admit they made a mistake and add dedi's ill go and buy the game but to charge $60 for a pc game thats a copy of a console game HELL NO!
  6. zanzabar
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    This game is all about the MP experience but unfortunately it was gutted and coming from cod4 its a huge downgrade, using a p2p connection and rotating the server on a persons computer laggs and forces at least a 150ms ping but also limits the game to 9v9, removes user generated maps and has no mod kit. this is unaceptable for a game thats purchased for MP only.
  7. CharlesD
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    The campaign is similar to COD 4, less credible and shorter, still on rails and hella scripted. But the main problem is the multiplayer: without servers and mods there's no community, so no clans, no tournaments, no competitions, plus IWNET is a lagfest brutally nerfed in gameplay (with rewards to the worst players ). This is the worst mp launched to PC, and supporting this game you The campaign is similar to COD 4, less credible and shorter, still on rails and hella scripted. But the main problem is the multiplayer: without servers and mods there's no community, so no clans, no tournaments, no competitions, plus IWNET is a lagfest brutally nerfed in gameplay (with rewards to the worst players ). This is the worst mp launched to PC, and supporting this game you will only can expect the things going worse.… Expand
  8. ChrisK
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    No dedicated servers. This game is useless to me in multiplayer which the only reason I play games these days. I can't give it a better score if I'm not going to even play. Might as well go play laggy pieces of crap like A.V.A. or Combat Arms and they are free.
  9. RagenO
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    Pre purchased this game and then cancelled my prepurchase upon hearing that PC gamers would not have dedicated servers. I went ahead and purchased the game anyway because I had to know if iwnet was all they cracked it up to be. It is most assuredly NOT. The only time I have little to no lag in a game is when I am hosting and even then everyone else is having huge lag issues. The Peer 2 Pre purchased this game and then cancelled my prepurchase upon hearing that PC gamers would not have dedicated servers. I went ahead and purchased the game anyway because I had to know if iwnet was all they cracked it up to be. It is most assuredly NOT. The only time I have little to no lag in a game is when I am hosting and even then everyone else is having huge lag issues. The Peer 2 Peer matchmaking system they included in the game instead of dedicated server support has made this game from the must have of the year to an also ran. True the marketing campaign will make this GotY material, but in truth MW2's MP portion is no better than that of a bad Counter Strike knockoff with a TON of lag. It's just not fun compared to that of CoD4. The SP campaign is as boring as the campaign was in World at War, which for many seemed as though it was on a set of rails with predetermined and obvious chokepoints. IW attempted to bring back the magic of CoD4's SP campaign but wound up going back a step in that aspect. I was lucky enough to be able to return my copy with a full refund and am now spending my Sixty Dollars on a game (or TWO) that are more deserving that aren't direct conosle ports. Save your money on this game. Get Borderlands, Left 4 Dead 2, Battlefield Bad Company 2, or any other game instead. This one just isn't worth it.… Expand
  10. SteveJ.
    Nov 11, 2009
    2
    You can obviously tell Activison and Infinity Ward paid for the reviews there getting. This is no where near a solid game as they all claim. Campain is a meger 3hrs and is completely ridiculous, linear, and you have no options to do anything but what they tell you. Graphics are sub par. Multiplayer is unbalanced, small, and a lack of total players allowed when other games are at least at You can obviously tell Activison and Infinity Ward paid for the reviews there getting. This is no where near a solid game as they all claim. Campain is a meger 3hrs and is completely ridiculous, linear, and you have no options to do anything but what they tell you. Graphics are sub par. Multiplayer is unbalanced, small, and a lack of total players allowed when other games are at least at 32 players, if not more. Total disappointment, im forcing gamestop to give me my money back. Seeing as there all buddy buddy in this whole 'marketing scheme'. This wasn't a game release, they was just a money release, and they probably got alot of peoples $.… Expand
  11. MadsO
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    This vote is a statement. I am not going to stand by and see PC games being dumbed down because they have to be equal among all platforms. The day we settle for less only because other platforms cannot deliver the same is the day gaming will die. Use each platform for all it can do, do not dumb it down like this game has been.
  12. 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
  13. PantsmanM
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    I haven't bought the game, and so I haven't played the game. But I figure that that means my experience with it is the same as that of someone who preordered it on Steam, and since we're now beyond the launch date, that ought to make me qualified to review it, right? And I've gotta say, not being able to play a game I bought would totally suck!
  14. TylerR
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Single player is ok but this game is all about the multi once the single player is dead and gone. Sad I can only play with limited people and it feels like I'm on Xbox live...sad it could have been epic.
  15. GK
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    Let's sum up Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2: 1] Short single player campaign 2] Only 2 player cooperative for Spec-Ops 3] Only 9v9 matches on multiplayer 4] No "lean" 5] No "/record" 6] No "console" 7] Incredibly poor matchmaking 8] Heavy reliance on Steam 9] IWNet causing very laggy games A complete and utter disappointment on nearly every level. The franchise nowonly belongs on Let's sum up Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2: 1] Short single player campaign 2] Only 2 player cooperative for Spec-Ops 3] Only 9v9 matches on multiplayer 4] No "lean" 5] No "/record" 6] No "console" 7] Incredibly poor matchmaking 8] Heavy reliance on Steam 9] IWNet causing very laggy games A complete and utter disappointment on nearly every level. The franchise nowonly belongs on console and I welcome Infinity Ward to develop only for consoles if this is the sloppy work that they put into PC titles. Laziness coupled with greed has led Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 to be a complete disappointment. Infinity Ward should be embarrased with the quality of the game they've turned out.… Expand
  16. PedroN
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    No dedicated server support was the most idiotic move they could pull and they did it. No modding and P2P servers with less people are just not competitive in PC's gaming market. If you're looking for PC standard multiplayer action don't go for it, you'll get half the experience you're used to.
  17. DannyE.
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    PC gaming just took a giant step backwards to the bad old days of dial up. For decades now every sequel has boasted more moves, more options, more, more more! MW 2 successfully breaks this proven formula by offering less, less less! For 10 dollars more than a new release game you get a SP campaign shorter than Crysis Warhead, which was a cheap exp pack. You also get inferior MP which PC gaming just took a giant step backwards to the bad old days of dial up. For decades now every sequel has boasted more moves, more options, more, more more! MW 2 successfully breaks this proven formula by offering less, less less! For 10 dollars more than a new release game you get a SP campaign shorter than Crysis Warhead, which was a cheap exp pack. You also get inferior MP which discriminates against those of us without ADSL2, and you get an MP game that slaps competitive MP in the face. And you could all this fewer content for a greater price.… Expand
  18. iippo
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    This was supposed to be our main clan game. Well, somehow IW managed to fail foolproof concept and ruin the that was supposed to be THE game we are going to play with pals for the next couple years. Someone ought to be fired really. About cheating - ive seen two times cheater on our server and both times they were banned in a flash. Console-boys, dont go speaking about cheating when you This was supposed to be our main clan game. Well, somehow IW managed to fail foolproof concept and ruin the that was supposed to be THE game we are going to play with pals for the next couple years. Someone ought to be fired really. About cheating - ive seen two times cheater on our server and both times they were banned in a flash. Console-boys, dont go speaking about cheating when you clearly dont have any idea what youre speaking about. 9vs9 games would be enough for MOST clan matches, but atleast I do want to play 32 player fraghells in the cod4 shipment from time to time. So I dont get what people gain from the player reduction - just go play on 2vs2 servers if you like that kind of gaming. There WERE that kind of dedicated servers too you know?… Expand
  19. Meesterjojo
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    Generic FPS. Cost is higher than previous games with less to show for it. More money, less content. More money. The MP is absolutely flawed and imbalanced. The storyline is like something from Hollywood, filled with completely irrational, unbelievable drama which they try to pull over on you by 'shocking' you with killing an airport lobby full of innocents. Shock value aside, Generic FPS. Cost is higher than previous games with less to show for it. More money, less content. More money. The MP is absolutely flawed and imbalanced. The storyline is like something from Hollywood, filled with completely irrational, unbelievable drama which they try to pull over on you by 'shocking' you with killing an airport lobby full of innocents. Shock value aside, the game is a boring rehash of previous games, and with less content (which having less of something so bad may be a good thing).… Expand
  20. MattNoneofyourbusiness.
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    By skimming through all the reviews of this game, no matter where you go, it looks as if most people hated the game, but a few really loved it. However, upon closer inspection, all of the good reviews look like they've been written by 10 year olds, riddled with spelling and grammar errors, and generally just not knowing anything about what they're talking about. The reason these By skimming through all the reviews of this game, no matter where you go, it looks as if most people hated the game, but a few really loved it. However, upon closer inspection, all of the good reviews look like they've been written by 10 year olds, riddled with spelling and grammar errors, and generally just not knowing anything about what they're talking about. The reason these people gave Modern Warfare 2 a high rating is because they were to young to play the superior first person shooters and they too idiotic to see what a crap game they have bought. MW2 is a horrible excuse for a PC game, have pretty much destroyed my hopes for Infinity Ward.… Expand
  21. 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
  22. AeviaA
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Lack of dedis, lack of modding, lack of games larger than 9v9, lack of a long lasting single player, lack of dev console, price increase, mandatory steam install, same engine as cod4.. not even worth a punchline.
  23. AlessioT.
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    No dedicated servers, + 3rd person, no mod support, no server ip join, no customizations.. and the rest is the sam call-of-duty-map-pack. All this shit for 60
  24. SamW
    Nov 11, 2009
    2
    Voted low to compensate for all the bought high reviews by professional reviewers that didn't play the PC version, just copied the review from the console version. Call of Duty was built on PC gamers. It has a very strong competative following. They have been completely devastated by this version, which is a glorified console port. I can't stress how sad I am about this.
  25. JonathanF
    Nov 11, 2009
    5
    Terrible plot, high production values. Mutliplayer on PC is terrible. Makes me wish for the days of Counter-Strike 1.3, back when games were good and not filled with random acts of console madness (ie everything explodes).
  26. TesherC
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Infinity Ward sure expressed it's hate toward the PC community with MW2 by stripping it down to console standards for $60. Avoid MW2 at all costs because this game is terrible in all ways especially multiplayer. What was once Cod is now nothing, thanks IW.
  27. MarkH
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    A true destruction of what was once a 21st century PC gaming classic. No leaning, no innovation, no dedicated servers, and an inflated pricetag. The purest slap in the face to the PC gaming community. Keep matchmaking on the consoles, developers. PC gamers don't need it and DEFINATELY don't WANT it.
  28. JackS
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    Wow. Just wow. The single player is great don't get me wrong but the main thing that kept me playing COD4 was the fantastic multiplayer and IW just ****ed that up for this one. If I wanted a console online experience I would have bought this for my 360. 9v9, peer to peer, no mods and no dedicated severs is pathetic. I don't know how they could have made such a huge downgrade Wow. Just wow. The single player is great don't get me wrong but the main thing that kept me playing COD4 was the fantastic multiplayer and IW just ****ed that up for this one. If I wanted a console online experience I would have bought this for my 360. 9v9, peer to peer, no mods and no dedicated severs is pathetic. I don't know how they could have made such a huge downgrade from COD4. I hope the inevitable MW3 doesn't lower the bar again.… Expand
  29. Karacan
    Nov 11, 2009
    2
    With the multiplayer being a horrible experience for anyone outside the US (because you WILL get paired with US players all the time thanks to their automatic matchmaking), I honestly can't condone the game (the Single Player's length is a joke I hoped to never see again since that Unreal game where the main char kills himself at the end... failing to remember the name!) . With the multiplayer being a horrible experience for anyone outside the US (because you WILL get paired with US players all the time thanks to their automatic matchmaking), I honestly can't condone the game (the Single Player's length is a joke I hoped to never see again since that Unreal game where the main char kills himself at the end... failing to remember the name!) . It's quite clear that ActiVision paid their way into the high ranks. Disappointing for the integrity of the gaming industry.… Expand
  30. JoshuaD
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    I won't even be buying this game because of the lame multiplayer for the PC. I was kinda excited to jump on board with a new shooter, but once I heard there would be no dedicated server support, no mods, and an 18 player limit. I decided to pass. If i want a controlled, non-customizable, game with just a few people I would buy an xbox and Halo. I play games on my pc for all the I won't even be buying this game because of the lame multiplayer for the PC. I was kinda excited to jump on board with a new shooter, but once I heard there would be no dedicated server support, no mods, and an 18 player limit. I decided to pass. If i want a controlled, non-customizable, game with just a few people I would buy an xbox and Halo. I play games on my pc for all the reasons that have been removed from this game. Thanks for saving my 60 bucks Infinity ward!… Expand
  31. Hiro
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    I've recieved a nice briliant frisbee just for only $60! Another function such as playing a computer game was disabled here in Japan but who cares? I can't wait playing it with my dog next Sunday! Thanks!
  32. ThomasD
    Nov 11, 2009
    8
    Great game while playing , singleplayer is short , but intense and i will be playing that multiple times , multiplayer however is where the money is at , weapons are balanced , maps are well designed , gamemodes are fun. The disadvantage at the moment is no dedicated servers and no lean ( that i didnt use anyhow, if the game gets both of those , it's an instant 10 for me ) Lots of Great game while playing , singleplayer is short , but intense and i will be playing that multiple times , multiplayer however is where the money is at , weapons are balanced , maps are well designed , gamemodes are fun. The disadvantage at the moment is no dedicated servers and no lean ( that i didnt use anyhow, if the game gets both of those , it's an instant 10 for me ) Lots of weapons to unlock , lots of perks , perk upgrades , weapon upgrades , deathstreak things , customisable killstreaks ( yay ) , and lots of other things that will keep me busy for many more hours. I am not a competitive gamer , i just play games because i think it's fun!… Expand
  33. PresidentK
    Nov 11, 2009
    10
    COD6 aka OMG6... Anyone with a bad review of this game, is out of their mind. I just brought this came over to my grandpas house, a vet, to see what he thought. During an intense firefight, I looked over to see his jaw dropped. I stopped the game to ask him what he thought, and he asked me "Are you controlling this or is it a movie?" He looked absolutely stunned. I later saw him sitting COD6 aka OMG6... Anyone with a bad review of this game, is out of their mind. I just brought this came over to my grandpas house, a vet, to see what he thought. During an intense firefight, I looked over to see his jaw dropped. I stopped the game to ask him what he thought, and he asked me "Are you controlling this or is it a movie?" He looked absolutely stunned. I later saw him sitting outside with a blank look on his face. I asked him whatsup, and he responded. "I can't stop thinking about that game, I've never seen anything like it." Needless to say, we're both amazed... Gramps said it was better than Spielburg.… Expand
  34. JesperJ
    Nov 11, 2009
    9
    Most people here is rating this game low because of no dedicated servers. While that may be a issue for some, this is still far the best FPS game in my opinion. The lack of dedicated servers is a non-issue for 99.9% of gamers out there, and a improvement over a serverlist. That said, a dedicated server list as a future optional whould be great, but don't ever let that hold you back Most people here is rating this game low because of no dedicated servers. While that may be a issue for some, this is still far the best FPS game in my opinion. The lack of dedicated servers is a non-issue for 99.9% of gamers out there, and a improvement over a serverlist. That said, a dedicated server list as a future optional whould be great, but don't ever let that hold you back for buying this great game. (unless you are one of the 0.1%)… Expand
  35. FrancoisS
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    The gaming industry has become a breeding ground for Greedy corporates. First they make Console games almost double the price of pc games, then remove the father of Gaming (pc) by demoting it to console level and charging the same price. The greed continues in milking the industry for lack lustre DLC which should be either included in the game, and or editors made available so the The gaming industry has become a breeding ground for Greedy corporates. First they make Console games almost double the price of pc games, then remove the father of Gaming (pc) by demoting it to console level and charging the same price. The greed continues in milking the industry for lack lustre DLC which should be either included in the game, and or editors made available so the community can make their own content. Oh and dedicated servers have been available on all platforms, but only provided by Companies who care about the game and the industry more than their pockets.… Expand
  36. ConnorH
    Nov 11, 2009
    10
    While I do not agree with most of the steps IW has taken, but this game is truly fantastic. Single-player is a blast, while short, and has almost too many plot twists, it gets the job done and more. You'll be plenty entertained. While dedicated server support is crucial to competitive games, the game runs fine on IW.net. The games are optimized for you. The depth is also fantastic, While I do not agree with most of the steps IW has taken, but this game is truly fantastic. Single-player is a blast, while short, and has almost too many plot twists, it gets the job done and more. You'll be plenty entertained. While dedicated server support is crucial to competitive games, the game runs fine on IW.net. The games are optimized for you. The depth is also fantastic, you'll keep coming back. Overall, a truly fantastic game with flaws.… Expand
  37. Alex
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    It is very unfortunate that PC is now equated to the basic world of consoles. Not only do we pay the same ridiclous price, we also have to make do with no dedicated servers, outdated graphics, and a game which hasnt been changed all that much. I want my money back.
  38. TeejG
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Horrible game. Dont waste your money. Instead of using the overly priced $65 on the game, use it to wipe your ass. Atleast you could get some use out of it. Do not support this horrible company
  39. ChrisS
    Nov 11, 2009
    2
    I'm sure it is a great single player game. However, all the planning and preparation that my clan has done was for naught. Infinity Ward cares more about soft core gamers than the hard core. Lets see how long the soft core's interest holds. Me and Mine will be keeping our money, waiting for the next developer that listens.
  40. MattG
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    - Custom content on PC's; mouse and keyboard support. - Ability to change your graphics settings! - Additional $10 cost. (If it's more it must be good.) - Matchmaking! You can lag just like Xbox360 users! - 18 player limit online. (18+ is so 2002!) - Complicated things like lean removed. - No mod support. (STICK IT TO THOSE EVIL MODDERS!) - Paid DLC! - Exciting SP story that - Custom content on PC's; mouse and keyboard support. - Ability to change your graphics settings! - Additional $10 cost. (If it's more it must be good.) - Matchmaking! You can lag just like Xbox360 users! - 18 player limit online. (18+ is so 2002!) - Complicated things like lean removed. - No mod support. (STICK IT TO THOSE EVIL MODDERS!) - Paid DLC! - Exciting SP story that lasts for a whole 3 hours. Modern Warfare 2 is the Game of the Year, all years.… Expand
  41. BillyF
    Nov 11, 2009
    7
    Not happy with no dedicated servers. Not choosing your own means you end up playing on usa servers with all the yanks, not good when you're from the uk asyou get a high ping. If I want a console game I'll buy one next time. Please patch it to go back to look like COD4.
  42. IWsucksHarD
    Nov 11, 2009
    2
    Come on, wtf is this game? Its just more expensive and castrated version of MW1. Single is quite good (i mean gameplay, coz story sucks ass) but its the same as it was in MW1, only shorter. And what about multi- the reason why 90% of ppl are buying this game? What multi? Lags, no dedi, high pings. U cant even play hardcore. WTF? Jesus, this is an insult to all pc gamers. It was supposed Come on, wtf is this game? Its just more expensive and castrated version of MW1. Single is quite good (i mean gameplay, coz story sucks ass) but its the same as it was in MW1, only shorter. And what about multi- the reason why 90% of ppl are buying this game? What multi? Lags, no dedi, high pings. U cant even play hardcore. WTF? Jesus, this is an insult to all pc gamers. It was supposed to be the greatest game of this year, but in fact its epic fail and greatest dissapointment. I hope ppl will vote with their wallets and wont buy this shitty console port.… Expand
  43. Hauser
    Nov 11, 2009
    3
    Unlike PC COD4, PC MW2 is a shooter for casual gamers only. The game forces you to spend way too much time finding decent 4 bar games and then the host disconnects, and suddenly you're in an unplayable 2 bar mess. Buy this for XBox if you like playing shooters sitting on your couch drinking a beer with the game on in split screen while Skyping your girlfriend, but by no means for PC Unlike PC COD4, PC MW2 is a shooter for casual gamers only. The game forces you to spend way too much time finding decent 4 bar games and then the host disconnects, and suddenly you're in an unplayable 2 bar mess. Buy this for XBox if you like playing shooters sitting on your couch drinking a beer with the game on in split screen while Skyping your girlfriend, but by no means for PC if you're a hardcore online shooter fan.… Expand
  44. BenN
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    The multiplayer is a huge step backwards over what PC gamers are used to. 9v9 is just not impressive in any way at all. Lack of modding support, graphics that barely look better than a console game and no option to host dedicated servers.
  45. BobJ
    Nov 11, 2009
    2
    COD4 MW all over again but even more ADHD this time. And no dedicated servers for the sequel to one of the most successful online shooters of all time? This game is a joke.
  46. VarunN
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Very unsatisfactory game. Extremely short campaign (less than 5 hours, which makes it shorter than most expansion packs) yet it costs $60, which is $10 more than a full game which typically has 15+ hours of gameplay. Also, very, very poor multiplayer experience because you cannot select which server to join, but are instead connected to a random player's computer. Very high lag on Very unsatisfactory game. Extremely short campaign (less than 5 hours, which makes it shorter than most expansion packs) yet it costs $60, which is $10 more than a full game which typically has 15+ hours of gameplay. Also, very, very poor multiplayer experience because you cannot select which server to join, but are instead connected to a random player's computer. Very high lag on all matches, and only 9 players per team max. I cannot emphasise how bad multiplayer is, it's a complete deal-breaker. So ultimately you have a game with horrible, unplayable multiplayer and an extremely short single player campaign. Do not waste your money on this game.… Expand
  47. RichC
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    What a disappointment! I find it amazing how PC gamers have been treated by IW. PC gamers are the base. Like politics, if you mess with the base you will lose. IW has messed with the base and will lose. Unbelievable there is not dedicated server. Absolutely mind boggling. I am going to try to return the game. At least get a store credit.
  48. AmyV
    Nov 11, 2009
    4
    Well, let's see. I got the PC version. All that talk about no dedicated servers, forced 9v9, etc. wasn't a huge deal to me. Locking the field of view and banning mods and developer console seemed like a dick move, but given the loss of dedicated servers, it made sense. Here's where it gets kind of hinky. I play more for the campaign than multiplayer, and I really Well, let's see. I got the PC version. All that talk about no dedicated servers, forced 9v9, etc. wasn't a huge deal to me. Locking the field of view and banning mods and developer console seemed like a dick move, but given the loss of dedicated servers, it made sense. Here's where it gets kind of hinky. I play more for the campaign than multiplayer, and I really wasn't that impressed with MW2. The story was just BORING. I guess people like that whole everyone-is-an-evil-villain-including-you angle? I don't know. If you ask me, making a game's story not fun, even under the pretenses of "War shouldn't BE fun it's grim and dark and bad", seems like a bad idea The airport scene was a snoozefest. Once you get past the "oh no I am killing the innocent peopels THIS IS SO CONTROVERSIAL AND MORALLY QUESITONABLE" part? It's just a boring level. Killing people that don't shoot back and rent-a-cops with riot shields wasn't challenging, and if it weren't for the slaughtering-innocents controversy play, I don't see why it'd even be in there. But the rest of the stages were no better, -maybe- about as good as MW1, but just barely. Ignoring the ridiculous story, gameplay's not even a little improved. The snowbike scene was fun, and that's about it. Multiplayer's a joke. Matchmaking guarantees you're met up with people that'll wreck you in about twenty seconds, so unless you're omghax good, it's impossible to level up. The ability to order an air strike once you have 20 kills is usually just the screw-you flavor ice cream on top of the Rape Pie noobs are guaranteed to get the first time they log on, and the second time, and the third time... Not recommended to anyone. At all. Just play MW1 again.… Expand
  49. AnonAnon
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Lol At Ben H.'s review. I shall try to deconstruct your main argument. >Most of these votes are becuase of some people wanted more than 18 players, so they can cheat there way in the ranks and spawn kill That's not cheating. That's just complaining that you can't get a kill just because everyone else is killing everyone else so either cry more or actually try to be Lol At Ben H.'s review. I shall try to deconstruct your main argument. >Most of these votes are becuase of some people wanted more than 18 players, so they can cheat there way in the ranks and spawn kill That's not cheating. That's just complaining that you can't get a kill just because everyone else is killing everyone else so either cry more or actually try to be more skillful. There are numerous guides and tips on how to handle this so I will not give you any as you can search it yourself. And it should be difficult to spawn kill as there isn't a specific point where everyone spawns as it always changes. Dedicated servers are a necessity to pc gaming as it is precisely what makes it different, multiplayer wise, from consoles. Without this, the game is pretty much a console port and if I wanted a console port, I would have bought a console game. Singleplayer is short and as awesome as the previous game but it still gets 0/10 from me because the multiplayer was what I was looking forward to, not the campaign missions. In short, DO NOT BUY THIS GAME ON PC IF YOU SUPPORT PC GAMING.… Expand
  50. KolinsB
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    Price is too high, there is not mods, there is very high ping, and browsing server.... everything was good in previous version is gone, and everything was bad in previous version there is grrrrrr.
  51. MikeW
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    I own this game. It is a great looking game. It is really nothing more than an expansion however. The story mode is SHORT. The multiplayer is almost exactly like MW1. The lack of dedicated servers is a huge issue. Not being able to choose your ping is ridiculous. In team fortress 2, the home team almost always wins when there is a ping disparity, therefore ping affects performance. Since I own this game. It is a great looking game. It is really nothing more than an expansion however. The story mode is SHORT. The multiplayer is almost exactly like MW1. The lack of dedicated servers is a huge issue. Not being able to choose your ping is ridiculous. In team fortress 2, the home team almost always wins when there is a ping disparity, therefore ping affects performance. Since you cannot choose your ping, this will adversely affect performance. Moreover, what about modding weapon skins, sprays and things of that nature? TF2 has all of these things but Valve doesn't have piracy or cheating problems. I play TF2 40 hours per week and almost never see somebody that is cheating. Why has IW turned this game into trash?… Expand
  52. MN
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    I absolutely refuse to purchase a game of this caliber when the developer has so clearly chosen to inconvenience me for no reason. This game is a clear step down from the previous rendition, and one that seems to simply be pandering to the lowest common denominator, both in terms of story and in terms of acceptable multiplayer. Long story short, I wouldn't be paid to play this game, I absolutely refuse to purchase a game of this caliber when the developer has so clearly chosen to inconvenience me for no reason. This game is a clear step down from the previous rendition, and one that seems to simply be pandering to the lowest common denominator, both in terms of story and in terms of acceptable multiplayer. Long story short, I wouldn't be paid to play this game, especially considering it is a direct and blatant step down from COD4.… Expand
  53. MelissaH
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    This is a straight console port with NO DEDICATED SERVERS, NO MODS, 4 hours SP, NO LEAN, NO LAN and only 9 vs 9 players! To top it off it is $10 more expensive than the console version... Wait until Battlefield Bad Company 2 comes out and play a real game instead!!
  54. Anonymous
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare Networking: Client/Server Avg Ping: 25-40ms Console Commands: Yes Lean: Yes Custom Maps: Yes Number of Players: up to 64 Competitive Mods: Yes Mod Tools: Yes Ability to Record: Yes Kick/Ban Hackers Immediately: Yes Profiles Saved Online: No Manually Select Server to Join: Yes Control Bad Language: Yes 0 ping Advantage for Host: No Lan Play: Yes Free Demo: Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare Networking: Client/Server Avg Ping: 25-40ms Console Commands: Yes Lean: Yes Custom Maps: Yes Number of Players: up to 64 Competitive Mods: Yes Mod Tools: Yes Ability to Record: Yes Kick/Ban Hackers Immediately: Yes Profiles Saved Online: No Manually Select Server to Join: Yes Control Bad Language: Yes 0 ping Advantage for Host: No Lan Play: Yes Free Demo: Yes Price: $50 Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Networking: Peer 2 Peer (downgrade) Avg Ping: 100ms+ (downgrade) Console Commands: No (downgrade) Lean: No (downgrade) Custom Maps: No (downgrade) Number of Players: up to 18 (downgrade) Competitive Mods: No (downgrade) Mod Tools: No (downgrade) Ability to Record: No (downgrade) Kick/Ban Hackers Immediately: No (downgrade) Profiles Saved Online: Yes Manually Select Server to Join: No (downgrade) Control Bad Language: No (downgrade) 0 ping Advantage for Host: Yes (downgrade) Lan Play: Yes Free Demo: No (downgrade) Price: $60 (downgrade) A game that costs more for hardly any progress, nay, most of it even puts us back a good decade in gaming features. IWnet failed me on numerous occasions. For one attempt the "best server" gave us all one red bar of ping. One host migration later we were up to two yellow. We then asked the question "Where is everyone from?" and the responses were New York and Philadelphia. Yep - it decided the best place for us was to play in the states. Mind you I'm from the Netherlands. I've also ended up in Canada, Brazil and Australia only once actually hitting a western European host. IW and Activision really screwed the pouch on this one.… Expand
  55. ShariqQ
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    This game, for Pc is a great disappointment. Single player is good, but multiplayer has been ruined by IW. No dedicated server, small teams (9v9 max) make this game alot less intense then the original (mw1). No leaning, no special features for the PC version, and for 10$ extra. It is a ripoff. It is a direct port from the consoles. In Free for all, most maps are too big and it takes This game, for Pc is a great disappointment. Single player is good, but multiplayer has been ruined by IW. No dedicated server, small teams (9v9 max) make this game alot less intense then the original (mw1). No leaning, no special features for the PC version, and for 10$ extra. It is a ripoff. It is a direct port from the consoles. In Free for all, most maps are too big and it takes forever to find a guy since the MAX PLAYER LIMIT is 8. NOT EVEN 18.… Expand
  56. FrancoisM
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    I walked into an EB games to get the game yesterday for PC. I got home, eager to install it. Steam said I couldn't play untill thursdays..... There's no reason I shoul;dn't be able to play the game if I buy it in the store.
  57. NateY
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    Waste of my $60. Modern Warfare 2 is just like a big map pack/expansion to the original Call of Duty:Modern Warfare with similar graphics (you only get wider-angle views with texture streaming) with almost zero improvement graphically-speaking, predictable multiplayer mode, plenty (but ordinary looking, consistent with Modern Warfare 1) of maps in multiplayer. Modern Warfare 2 also takes Waste of my $60. Modern Warfare 2 is just like a big map pack/expansion to the original Call of Duty:Modern Warfare with similar graphics (you only get wider-angle views with texture streaming) with almost zero improvement graphically-speaking, predictable multiplayer mode, plenty (but ordinary looking, consistent with Modern Warfare 1) of maps in multiplayer. Modern Warfare 2 also takes a big step, no, jump, backwards in terms of multiplayer interface - no server lists or ability to choose your own games, no dedicated server support (so what do I do with my current $8/month server? host Modern Warfare 1 or Left4dead I suppose), limited to 18 players per game and very laggy IWNet. I'm only giving the game 1 because of the just-decent single player mode. I regret my purchase and I am trying to arrange for a return with my local game store.… Expand
  58. EugeneL
    Nov 11, 2009
    4
    Graphics are way better but for the PC version of this game lacks a lot from the console versions and i really disappointed with the multi-player The another problem is the bugs in the game that had not been fix before the release.
  59. AdamO
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    No dedi servers just killed the game, and IW & ActivisionBlizzard don't give a shit about us - pc players !!! No prestige, no mods, Its just CoD 4 with new maps & weapons but it's worse ! so it's boring too !!!
  60. 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
  61. RevR
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    Nerfed the PC version. No dedicated servers. 9V9 Muyltiplayer? Feels like the 'Hollywood'izing of gaming! Game will appeal to most of its target audience 14 year old boys becuase it doesnt require any intelligence.
  62. BontaK
    Nov 11, 2009
    3
    MW2 is a dowgrade of MW1. MW2 should be callde MW1, and MW1 should be called MW2. The game is nothing more than a lazy port of xbox360. The lack of dedi is such a killer, dedi's are what makes a online game a great online game. To be able to admin, mod and customize, this game lacks it all. Medicore options and lack of console command only hurts it more. It is even more medicore to MW2 is a dowgrade of MW1. MW2 should be callde MW1, and MW1 should be called MW2. The game is nothing more than a lazy port of xbox360. The lack of dedi is such a killer, dedi's are what makes a online game a great online game. To be able to admin, mod and customize, this game lacks it all. Medicore options and lack of console command only hurts it more. It is even more medicore to listen to the lame reasons IW is giving to justify spading the PC version into a console version with mouse support. For people who say that making the PC version more like console version to stem cheating, then they know nothing and are foolish. If I could return the game, I would do it in a heart beat.… Expand
  63. michaelm
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    IW butchered their own PC verision of the game. Its a direct console port PC gamers have much higher expectection when it comes to multiplayer THey just spat PC commmunity in the face and sad its just a rain, they stoped giving shit about PC fans. before i would at least pirate COD4 and play it online and contribute to fucking player base but now i won't even pirate this piss of IW butchered their own PC verision of the game. Its a direct console port PC gamers have much higher expectection when it comes to multiplayer THey just spat PC commmunity in the face and sad its just a rain, they stoped giving shit about PC fans. before i would at least pirate COD4 and play it online and contribute to fucking player base but now i won't even pirate this piss of consolised shit, just a waste of 11 gigs of space.… Expand
  64. DougW
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    no dedicated servers, no mods, the lack of console commands, the inability to have a say in who hosts the game, a lengthy pause while the game migrates to a new host if the currently selected host quits, no leaning, no option to record matches, and no way to kick or block trouble players, hackers, or cheaters. This game fails in the realm of the online FPS gamer.
  65. FDreban
    Nov 11, 2009
    5
    The only reviewers scoring this one highly are sites that write one review for cross platform games, and substitute a few words where needed. As a pc fps the game is a real step backwards in every respect and doesn't deserve your time, or your money.
  66. AndyT.
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    This game is has good SP but terrible PC Multiplayer. it is a backwards step for PC gaming. in Australia we down have very good upload speeds and it was a nightmare to get good hosts often i was sent to hosts based in the UK/america/France. also i cant understand why metacritic is using Xbox Reviews for this. Very Puzzling.
  67. KurtH
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    A true kick in the nuts to PC gamers around the world. I had the same feeling when Rockstar released GTA4 on the PC. A terribly bad PC port. It truly is a shame to see the entire industry shifting away from PC gaming and focusing solely on console gaming. I'm not even sure why they even bothered to release a PC version...oh wait that's right, profits. As others suggested, if you A true kick in the nuts to PC gamers around the world. I had the same feeling when Rockstar released GTA4 on the PC. A terribly bad PC port. It truly is a shame to see the entire industry shifting away from PC gaming and focusing solely on console gaming. I'm not even sure why they even bothered to release a PC version...oh wait that's right, profits. As others suggested, if you truly feel you're missing out on this "experience", rent the game for a console. But stay away from the PC version and definitely don't buy a console version (that would in effect be saying it's ok for IW to screw PC gamers.) Host ping advantage alone is enough for me to never want to play this game again.… Expand
  68. SamH
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    What can I say that hasn't already been said? Was a huge fan of CoD4, spent many hours playing. Honestly, I haven't even bought the game and don't plan on buying the game unless it all the multiplayer issues get fixed. Bobby Kotick, "We have a real culture of thrift. The goal that I had in bringing a lot of the packaged goods folks into Activision about 10 years ago was to What can I say that hasn't already been said? Was a huge fan of CoD4, spent many hours playing. Honestly, I haven't even bought the game and don't plan on buying the game unless it all the multiplayer issues get fixed. Bobby Kotick, "We have a real culture of thrift. The goal that I had in bringing a lot of the packaged goods folks into Activision about 10 years ago was to take all the fun out of making video games." Kotick later stated he tries to promote an atmosphere of "skepticism, pessimism, and fear" in his company and, "We are very good at keeping people focused on the deep depression."… Expand
  69. DavidC
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    Great single player, but the multiplayer on the PC version is lacking severely. There is no excuse for choosing P2P matchmaking over dedicated servers. Most of my matches have suffered from lag, and other matches have ended due to the host leaving; the migration didn't work in this case. Matchmaking is a huge step backwards, and I cannot give it a higher rating due to the fact Great single player, but the multiplayer on the PC version is lacking severely. There is no excuse for choosing P2P matchmaking over dedicated servers. Most of my matches have suffered from lag, and other matches have ended due to the host leaving; the migration didn't work in this case. Matchmaking is a huge step backwards, and I cannot give it a higher rating due to the fact multiplayer is a huge component of this game. Matchmaking would work great in a perfect world, but unfortunately many people do not have the internet connection necessary to host games. The lack of dedicated servers also cuts back on the modding and customability of the game itself, which cuts back on it's re-playability. I also do not like the fact that you cannot create multiple profiles for different users. This is easy to do on the xbox version but completely ignored on the PC version. Overall, if you're looking for a smooth stable online, longterm game this one isn't for you. If you're interested in the single player game, like I was, borrow it from a friend, it's only 5 hours longs.… Expand
  70. PaulB
    Nov 11, 2009
    5
    I am extremely dissappointed that IW has chosen to go the lazy route and make a console port for PC gamers when the COD franchise started on PC. Why? If it's about money then why not make all players of your game happy, then you'll be wiping your rear end with benjamins. I am just hoping they put out a patch that brings back those things that PC gamers count on: Dedicated I am extremely dissappointed that IW has chosen to go the lazy route and make a console port for PC gamers when the COD franchise started on PC. Why? If it's about money then why not make all players of your game happy, then you'll be wiping your rear end with benjamins. I am just hoping they put out a patch that brings back those things that PC gamers count on: Dedicated Servers and Leaning. IW is not completely written off, PC gamers can forgive they just need to show that they are willing to nake it right. Come on IW, do the right thing for your gamers. Don't let greed force you top be a careless developer.… Expand
  71. ReizoY
    Nov 11, 2009
    3
    As good as the game is on graphics and gameplay, the single player is far too short for an increased price. Lack of dedicated servers makes multiplayer tough especially for those who have their P2P ports blocked (Like me since I'm using university connection).
  72. Max
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    I refuse to pay Activision's £10 greed tax for a gimped online multiplayer and 5 hour single player. There are plenty of longer, more original and better value games on the market and that's where I'll be putting my money. If you buy this game be warned you are contributing to a trend of churning out unoriginal, shorter and more expensive games.
  73. JamesS
    Nov 11, 2009
    4
    I bought MW2 expecting the worst, but as you can see, I've rated it 4 rather than 0. There is some fun to be had with this game. I first jumped into a multiplayer match, if you can call it that, to find out the truth with regards to the alleged hosting and player cap issues. The game is riddled with latency problems, regardless of the quality of the host. In four hours of I bought MW2 expecting the worst, but as you can see, I've rated it 4 rather than 0. There is some fun to be had with this game. I first jumped into a multiplayer match, if you can call it that, to find out the truth with regards to the alleged hosting and player cap issues. The game is riddled with latency problems, regardless of the quality of the host. In four hours of multiplayer, just one match displayed a connection that was comparable to a local dedicated server. Pings were easily 100+ the entire time - atleast quadruple that of my average ping in CSS. It feels like I'm playing Gears of War (1 or 2, they're just as laggy as eachother) on my 360, with a host 10,000 miles away. Console gamers are unlikely to notice the difference - but I'm not playing on a console. The single player, however, is of a much higher standard than the multiplayer component; although to call it above average is perhaps too optimistic. Playing on Normal, the campaign was a forgettable 7 hours. It's not a bad story by any stretch of the imagination, but I kept thinking to myself "when this ends... I'm stuck with the multiplayer." As with CoD4, there's no point that you really want to replay just for the sake of "it's so cool", unlike the Russian campaign of the original CoD. Console gamers have the edge here; the game is worth replaying for them, to get their achievements/trophies for beating it on Veteran - if you care about that sort of thing. Considering the game is running on a (modified) 3 year old engine, it does very well visually. It's certainly not Crysis, but I wasn't expecting it to be. I experienced no glitches/bugs with the game whatsoever. Not much else to say. I hope InfinityWard learn from their mistakes with MW3.… Expand
  74. PsyA
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Wth the removing of dedicated servers and an avaliable SDK this game is a waste of time and money. Also at Ben H. you have no idea what you are talking about, gaming is not meant to be oh my god look at these graphics, it is the gameplay, and the gameplay has been ruined, if you want a terrible game then go play on xbox or ps3. On dedicated servers you have your own server wide ranks, not Wth the removing of dedicated servers and an avaliable SDK this game is a waste of time and money. Also at Ben H. you have no idea what you are talking about, gaming is not meant to be oh my god look at these graphics, it is the gameplay, and the gameplay has been ruined, if you want a terrible game then go play on xbox or ps3. On dedicated servers you have your own server wide ranks, not world wide ranks so learn what you're talking about before you open your mouth. If it effects worldwide rank (which there are non) who cares. With current FPS's with dedi servers you don't see people "cheating to raise their rank" like you claim. And finally they're aren't any rumors, only truths, there are no dedicated servers or modding. You are a fool and I condemn you.… Expand
  75. DannyT
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    With so many great custom stuffs like mouse control, text chat in game, and graphics settings(and as a bonus, I even saw some sound settings up there, amazing), laggy matchmaking system that seems very chaotic, 9v9 combat, this beautiful console port deserves a big 1.
  76. PeterH
    Nov 11, 2009
    3
    Mediacore at best, don't bother to waste $ on this, since MP is a joke on pc and SP campaign takes 3,5h to finish. I'd rather suggest buying something that's actually worth your money.
  77. Pro5
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Most awaited game of the decade? Only according to the people who made it, it's actually the most over HYPED game of the decade and is frankly very very poor (on all systems but especially what they have done to the PC version). Aside from a very short SP game, the graphics engine is barely upgraded from the already dated on release COD4 engine. The reason the scoring is so low for Most awaited game of the decade? Only according to the people who made it, it's actually the most over HYPED game of the decade and is frankly very very poor (on all systems but especially what they have done to the PC version). Aside from a very short SP game, the graphics engine is barely upgraded from the already dated on release COD4 engine. The reason the scoring is so low for this one, is it's time the REAL GAMERS stood up and voted for the end of this kind of 'marketing over excellence' thing that goes on in the games industry. A collusion between websites/reviewers and game makers with these mega-hyped titles, because it's THESE games that keep the industry going and thus reviewers in jobs. Look at USER reviews from now on and ignore ALL review sites that take money from games companies (for advertising etc) it's a massive scam and the joke is on the gamers. MUCH BETTER GAMES OUT THERE THIS SEASON!… Expand
  78. alg
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    LIST OF THINGS WRONG: Audio settings only goes up to 5.1 setup. NO FOV change (clausterphobic feeling on big monitor). Some visual settings expected in a game as huge as this falls short(wheres my 16x AA?) No dedicated servers - (BIG error for PC) Person hosting a MP game leaves? Auto-pause game to change local host hands. (kills the experience it's a 5 to 55 second delay!) Pay no LIST OF THINGS WRONG: Audio settings only goes up to 5.1 setup. NO FOV change (clausterphobic feeling on big monitor). Some visual settings expected in a game as huge as this falls short(wheres my 16x AA?) No dedicated servers - (BIG error for PC) Person hosting a MP game leaves? Auto-pause game to change local host hands. (kills the experience it's a 5 to 55 second delay!) Pay no attention to OFFICIAL ratings, PC multiplayer is royally Fudged. Only saving grace is the SP. looks nice, but short story.… Expand
  79. ClaytonS.
    Nov 11, 2009
    10
    EVERYBODY. Stop complaining about the lack of dedicated servers. What, did the fact that the game doesn't have dedicated servers kill your children? No? Well some of you seem to be acting like it did. Grow up, and get used to it. Because you know what, it ain't changin' anytime soon. Idiots.
  80. MarshallE
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Singularly the worst of all the Call of Duty games. No dedicated server, No coop, No leaning, No FOV adjust, No console, Unskippable everything, Short single player, Implied racism, Slanders several countries and peoples. Most politically incorrect game I've ever played, and for no good reason either. Avoid this soulless tripe at all costs.
  81. hamtid
    Nov 11, 2009
    5
    For all, who say, dedicated servers are useless for multiplayer i have 2 questions: what a bandwith has ur connection and how many players do u think u can host with ur upload? I say, if i wanna play with 64 players like in bf2 there is no other way than using dedis...with my connection i can host barely 4vs4 players...what a crap... and why the limitation of 18 players?? in which century For all, who say, dedicated servers are useless for multiplayer i have 2 questions: what a bandwith has ur connection and how many players do u think u can host with ur upload? I say, if i wanna play with 64 players like in bf2 there is no other way than using dedis...with my connection i can host barely 4vs4 players...what a crap... and why the limitation of 18 players?? in which century we are living? no leaning?? wtf...and to say something about cheating...what has this to do with dedicated servers....never heard of punkbuster?? this game has nice graphics but there is no way to beat up the mp-pc-communty at all....wait for battlefield bad company 2 and u will see how it´s ment to be played.… Expand
  82. Jim
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    The big issue with this game was always going to be the multiplayer, so I was hoping that they'd at least be able to produce a mind blowing single player to resurrect something. Sadly, it's far too short to warrant any kind of good rating, and if anything seemed tired in comparison to MW which was a breath of fresh air. When people are expected to pay ridiculous amounts of money The big issue with this game was always going to be the multiplayer, so I was hoping that they'd at least be able to produce a mind blowing single player to resurrect something. Sadly, it's far too short to warrant any kind of good rating, and if anything seemed tired in comparison to MW which was a breath of fresh air. When people are expected to pay ridiculous amounts of money for this game, they expect in return to get a ridiculous amount of gameplay time out of it. As things stand there's a few hours in SP and about 2 hours in MP, before you realise that it sucks, cut-off and do something more worthwhile with your time. Shoddy effort, IW.… Expand
  83. csonkai
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    A pile of laggy dung, that's what this game is. You will be hard pressed to find players for this online in a few months. IWNet has all the flaws of battle.net without any of the positives. This game is unplayable online. Also the field of vision is restricted to only 65 degrees. It is like playing permanently zoomed in. Intolerable. If you are into a good experience then this is not A pile of laggy dung, that's what this game is. You will be hard pressed to find players for this online in a few months. IWNet has all the flaws of battle.net without any of the positives. This game is unplayable online. Also the field of vision is restricted to only 65 degrees. It is like playing permanently zoomed in. Intolerable. If you are into a good experience then this is not the game for you, if you want to see a completely implausible, downright insane, stupid plot that would make Micheal Bay blush, then go get it. Also the gun sounds in this game are awful. I'm not kidding, the guns sound like trashcans being beaten with sticks. Highlights of stupidity: the javelin anti-tank missle launcher can be used against people and helicopters, an automatic deployable minigun turret (it's like sci fi!), dual wielded weapons, shooting while riding a snowmobile. As for purely single-player complaints: the AI is as dumb as ever. They are heavily scripted, which means that all you have to do is cross a magical, invisible line to make them stop spawning. It feels more like a game of football. They tried to compensate for the retarded AI by making you fight a dozen of them every time and by making them Major League Baseball pros. They throw grenades with pin point accuracy. Like in all Call of Duty games. Conclusions: MW2 offers the following changes compared to MW1: laggy online play, heavily constricted field of vision, plastic guns, no graphical or gameplay upgrade whatsoever. Do not get it unless you like "purdy explosions."… Expand
  84. InsanityWard
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    The reason people play pc games is because of the rich multiplayer elements that the community supports itself with. infinity ward is trying to turn the pc into a nickel and dime platform which the consoles have become accustomed to . i look for pc games with a rich mod community (95% of them do) and when a company is trying to make me pay for DLC when the PC community could easily make The reason people play pc games is because of the rich multiplayer elements that the community supports itself with. infinity ward is trying to turn the pc into a nickel and dime platform which the consoles have become accustomed to . i look for pc games with a rich mod community (95% of them do) and when a company is trying to make me pay for DLC when the PC community could easily make them for free, that my friends is crap!… Expand
  85. PeteJ
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    The singleplayer part is short, but ok. Multiplayer is probably the worst experience I have had since... I actually dont remember having a worse experience. Lag, high ping, no server browser, no dedicated server, the list goes on and on and on....Save your money and avoid this game, unless you are only in it for the 5 hour singleplayer.
  86. KenK
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Short, lackluster campaign and broken multiplayer. The game just doesn't live up to modern day PC FPS standards, all while being overpriced. Don't give in to the hype, MW2 is a disappointment.
  87. Sceptic
    Nov 11, 2009
    7
    Please dont blame the consoles and their users guys.The user ratings for all platforms clearly show that we are all mostly disappointed with this average effort.Its sad to see that the reviewers seem a little out of touch with gamers if they rate this above 95 across the board.As for the Pc users;Hint to developers,dont piss them off.
  88. AkagiS
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    This game is a direct console port with nothing added. In fact, everything that made CoD4 so great was deliberately taken from the game. There is no modding, no dedicated servers, no console, no lean, no real LAn play, and on top of that they charge an extra 20% over normal retail price. Completely ridiculous.
  89. KevinB
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    The game has been ruined, Infinity Ward tried to shove a console shaped peg in a PC shaped hole. Lack of dedicated servers and overall respect for the traditions and fundamental values of PC gaming makes CODMW2 a very sad loss to the gaming community. What we all hoped would have been a knight in shining armor turned out to be a gross demonstration of commercialism and disregard for the The game has been ruined, Infinity Ward tried to shove a console shaped peg in a PC shaped hole. Lack of dedicated servers and overall respect for the traditions and fundamental values of PC gaming makes CODMW2 a very sad loss to the gaming community. What we all hoped would have been a knight in shining armor turned out to be a gross demonstration of commercialism and disregard for the original consumer.… Expand
  90. AnthonyS
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    As we all know, in today's internet-age no game will survive without genuine & solid multiplayer gameplay. Sadly, the only life-force that would have held this game above water has sunk to the depths of the ocean. I hope infinity ward drowns in the misery of their money-centered decision making. The choice to remove dedicated servers from this game is the biggest flop since duke As we all know, in today's internet-age no game will survive without genuine & solid multiplayer gameplay. Sadly, the only life-force that would have held this game above water has sunk to the depths of the ocean. I hope infinity ward drowns in the misery of their money-centered decision making. The choice to remove dedicated servers from this game is the biggest flop since duke nukem forever. 0/10 stars, the game is miserable without the multi.… Expand
  91. JeremyC
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Singleplayer is way too short, I enjoyed CoD4's SP campaign a lot more. Multiplayer is a lag fest majority of the time. They have removed everything that makes PC games unique, no dedicated servers and no console is a ridiculous concept. Definitely going to try get a refund.
  92. Kevin
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    No server browser, dedicated servers, mods, or LAN support... And then they figure it's a good idea to limit the servers to 18 players for a max of 9v9 games? What the heck were Infinity Ward and Activision thinking? We PC gamers have standards way above those of a mere console fratboy, making a PC port that's no better than the console game is insulting!
  93. CliffyB.
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    How IW labeled this game a sequel without feeling any shame is amazing. *Features dumbed down *User options severly limited *9v9 *matchmaking *65 FOV *No modding *2 hour campaign at best for an experienced FPS player *Perks made even more stupid *Grenades of grenades *Visuals both graphical and stylistically show no improvement *Price point *Forced controversy The list goes on and on, How IW labeled this game a sequel without feeling any shame is amazing. *Features dumbed down *User options severly limited *9v9 *matchmaking *65 FOV *No modding *2 hour campaign at best for an experienced FPS player *Perks made even more stupid *Grenades of grenades *Visuals both graphical and stylistically show no improvement *Price point *Forced controversy The list goes on and on, this is supposed to be a full fledged title, yet it makes The Sims expansions look like AAA+ releases in comparison in terms of how much content is given. Most people would say games don't need to innovative to be good as long as they're polished, but this game doesn't even have that. Critical features that made the first game a fun time with friends have been taken out, essentially taking out the spirit of the first game by losing the community feel with the abandonment of servers. Another point would be this game being sold as a multiplayer game with a tacked on shoddy single player. When the hell did this become acceptable? Not only are they charging a premium on a game which frankly doesn't even deserve half its RRP, you're paying that premium for what essentially is a MULTIPLAYER ONLY GAME. How is this acceptable? Most reviewers avoid this point, must be the shine in their eyes from their gift packets, just like the Halo 3 ones. Yet this game will still sell, and Activision will blame piracy on pc sales even though they're selling a subpar game. They will most likely start rehashing this yearly and make a mint of it, just like they're doing with the Guitar Hero series.… Expand
  94. TexS
    Nov 11, 2009
    5
    I'm forced to give this game a 5. Bare with me... While this game's singleplayer is an absolute blast, the PC gamers truly get shafted. I give it a 5 because I bought it on Xbox 360, and were the PC version as tip top as the console, it would be worth every dime paid, and granted a 10. I give it a 1 for the treatment of PC players. While some people here suggest that not being I'm forced to give this game a 5. Bare with me... While this game's singleplayer is an absolute blast, the PC gamers truly get shafted. I give it a 5 because I bought it on Xbox 360, and were the PC version as tip top as the console, it would be worth every dime paid, and granted a 10. I give it a 1 for the treatment of PC players. While some people here suggest that not being able to "cheat" is the reason the player reviews are so low, the truth is the communities that form around dedicated servers are what keeps so many gamers interested. Life long friendships can be made within those digital walls, that are simply not there in a match making service. If you're buying this game for the Xbox 360, or Playstation 3, go to town, you'll probably love it. If you're buying it to get in some serious competitive gaming, or for the PC, I'd recommend taking a pass. Infinity Ward has made their opinions of you perfectly clear.… Expand
  95. JohnB.
    Nov 11, 2009
    4
    The fact of the matter is, the PC version of this game is the weakest of the 3 by a significant margin. When a company goes out of it's way to not only snub the PC platform, but enact a long-term agenda against it, then anyone who games on PC should be stopping and scratching their heads, wondering if giving a company ilke that money is really a good idea. The game itself consists of The fact of the matter is, the PC version of this game is the weakest of the 3 by a significant margin. When a company goes out of it's way to not only snub the PC platform, but enact a long-term agenda against it, then anyone who games on PC should be stopping and scratching their heads, wondering if giving a company ilke that money is really a good idea. The game itself consists of a lackluster, on-rails 4-5 singleplayer experience and a multiplayer mode which mixes elements of Counterstrike with MMO-style level-grinding. Understandably, this is like crack to teenagers and frat boys everywhere, but purchasing this game is endorsing terrible attitudes towards PC gaming. I realise that some gamers are too weak to stand on any kind of principle when there's men to be shot, but it is heartening to see that so many obviously do care about the state of PC gaming and do not want to see it hijacked by Activision's greed.… Expand
  96. MisterPI
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    Big sh*t. No dedicated server, 9x9 player max, 100ping, no serious international war clan (cause if you are italian and if you have to play VS Swedish, i explain, if italians host the game they will have 0 (for the host) -> 40-60ping (for italian players) and swedish players will have something like 100-150 ping. What is cool for a multiplayer game wich havent a fucking dedicated server Big sh*t. No dedicated server, 9x9 player max, 100ping, no serious international war clan (cause if you are italian and if you have to play VS Swedish, i explain, if italians host the game they will have 0 (for the host) -> 40-60ping (for italian players) and swedish players will have something like 100-150 ping. What is cool for a multiplayer game wich havent a fucking dedicated server support ... nothing ... take your game IW and put it yourself in your proper ass, THIEVES !! … Expand
  97. DoomGuy
    Nov 11, 2009
    1
    -only 5 hour long campaign -no dedicated servers -they gave everything a brown colour to hide bad graphics -generic shooting game with no new aspects what so ever The fact that these "official revieuwers" all gave it such a high score obviously shows that SOME PEOPLE were given some money when nobody was watching. I mean, seriously? 60 dollarsfor a 5 hour campaign?do the math, people. -only 5 hour long campaign -no dedicated servers -they gave everything a brown colour to hide bad graphics -generic shooting game with no new aspects what so ever The fact that these "official revieuwers" all gave it such a high score obviously shows that SOME PEOPLE were given some money when nobody was watching. I mean, seriously? 60 dollarsfor a 5 hour campaign?do the math, people. This means you're paying more than 10 dollars per hour of gameplay. Sure, there's also online, but when they try to get away with stuff like NO DEDICATED SERVERS, it's just ridiculous. They made this game with as only purpose making money and had no regard for the quality of the game itself. The sad part is that there's still thousands of people who will buy it anyway, no matter what people tell them.… Expand
  98. AaronH
    Nov 11, 2009
    0
    The lack of dedicated servers, leaning, modding community, multi-player functionality, and short storyline made me really wish I hadn't spent the money on this. The graphics were OK, but they hardly did anything to make the game enjoyable. This game is the epitome of poor developer decision, and was not worth my money at all.
  99. 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!
  100. AUSC
    Nov 11, 2009
    2
    Singleplayer is intense but too short and just spam your weapons to get hundreds of kills, multiplayer is BROKEN, out of 30 online games i have had 7 non-lag the rest i can bearly move and then when the host gets kicked the game freaks outs and i get migration errors. PATHETIC.
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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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