Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2

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Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 7455 Ratings

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  1. davenbettridge
    Aug 2, 2011
    7
    The Call of Duty creators must be criticized for having the greatest opportunity in the industry with unlimited resources to only coming up with something half good and not a masterpiece. Call of Duty MW2 has its production values, its popular, it has high quality models, shooting animations and sounds which do provides players some immediate satisfying gameplay (for a short time). But theThe Call of Duty creators must be criticized for having the greatest opportunity in the industry with unlimited resources to only coming up with something half good and not a masterpiece. Call of Duty MW2 has its production values, its popular, it has high quality models, shooting animations and sounds which do provides players some immediate satisfying gameplay (for a short time). But the overall 'game' of MW2 is a mixed bag and fails to be something really special, not just a 'fun' or 'popular' game. The single player story is a bad joke, the themes and meanings the story portrays are a contradictory muddled mess. The special Op missions do offer some well designed gameplay but why the story mode is not intertwined is confusing, I would have preferred the entire story dropped for more Special Ops. The multiplayer can be fun for short periods of time but does lack depth which is why it has not resonated as a competitive Esport title. I do recommend MW2 due its surface fun and value for money but it lacks to what should have been something much much more.… Expand
  2. orangensaft
    Jul 10, 2011
    4
    This game is ok, but the skill factor is almost 0. The guns are like toys, water guns, there is no recoil even if we are walking and shooting whole magazine out at the same time, maybe it's because it's a console game and it would be hard to play with a pad with recoil. The game isn't also about tactic, you are just sprinting, shooting, sprinting, shooting and it has so few new stuff, thatThis game is ok, but the skill factor is almost 0. The guns are like toys, water guns, there is no recoil even if we are walking and shooting whole magazine out at the same time, maybe it's because it's a console game and it would be hard to play with a pad with recoil. The game isn't also about tactic, you are just sprinting, shooting, sprinting, shooting and it has so few new stuff, that this game could be a DLC for modern warfare 1.… Expand
  3. Braders790
    Sep 2, 2011
    9
    Lets start with the campaign, it's very fun and full of action, although some bits are a tad too hard like when your're in the gulag in the locker-rooms and there are tonnes of people with riot shields. I love the range of guns and attachments available and the game play is very flexible in how there are sometimes alternate routes etc.

    Now to Multiplayer, although it does take ages to get    Lets start with the campaign, it's very fun and full of action, although some bits are a tad too hard like when your're in the gulag in the locker-rooms and there are tonnes of people with riot shields. I love the range of guns and attachments available and the game play is very flexible in how there are sometimes alternate routes etc.

    Now to Multiplayer, although it does take ages to get into a game and 10% of the time there will be a connection error. Another 10% of the time there is an annoying smug **** who gets like 40 kills. In another 10% of games there is hacks like explosive ammo ect. But when you get into a good game, and start building up kills it becomes really fun and addictive. Private matches are great but its too bad that there isn't much flexability. The game is worth a buy and nowadays you can pick it up some places for like a tenna    … Expand
  4. MonkofMajere
    Aug 8, 2011
    2
    Plain and simple, this is not a PC game. There are very few console ports that I absolutely condemn, but this is one of them. I am absolutely confused by the way Infinity Ward and Activision handled this game, especially after the phenomenal success that Call of Duty 4 PC was. There are good points, though.

    The Single Player, while short, is one of the best single player experiences of    Plain and simple, this is not a PC game. There are very few console ports that I absolutely condemn, but this is one of them. I am absolutely confused by the way Infinity Ward and Activision handled this game, especially after the phenomenal success that Call of Duty 4 PC was. There are good points, though.

    The Single Player, while short, is one of the best single player experiences of any FPS I have ever played. I played through the campaign shortly after returning from a trip to DC, and I have to say, fighting through the streets of a burning DC was one of the most heartbreaking segments of any video game I've played to date. The story is entertaining, the characters are interesting, and it's just a generally good experience. This is where the good ends.

    Multiplayer, the selling point for the CoD games to date is the most horrid experience available. The first, and in my opinion, biggest issue that Modern Warfare suffers from is the lack of dedicated servers. The choice to go with IWNet is something I will absolutely never understand. It destroys the longstanding community that has always existed in CoD games. There is a reason why thousands of people still play CoD4, and it's not because something so idiotic as IWNet was used. The other major issue that is partially a result of the lack of dedicated servers would be the immense amount of hacking that goes on. Using Steam's antivirus software hasn't worked out at all. It's almost impossible to find a game where someone isn't hacking. There really isn't any point in listing the other numerous bugs, exploits, and general issues that exist within Modern Warfare 2, as they have been listed many times over in other reviews, so I won't. This piece of garbage should never have been released, and I really, sincerely hope that Infinity Ward and Activision have learned from their mistakes.    … Expand
  5. Illuminous
    Aug 29, 2011
    7
    This was my first game in the CoD series, and I have mixed feelings from it. The singleplayer campaing was good, with alot of twists, but perhaps a tad to short. The multiplayer is solid, but it doesn't step away from what has been there since Counter-Strike. Most players tend to go as quickly for the floor as they possibly can and quick reactions is your best friend if you wanna survive.This was my first game in the CoD series, and I have mixed feelings from it. The singleplayer campaing was good, with alot of twists, but perhaps a tad to short. The multiplayer is solid, but it doesn't step away from what has been there since Counter-Strike. Most players tend to go as quickly for the floor as they possibly can and quick reactions is your best friend if you wanna survive. For me, it was frustrating at some times as these kinds of game are fun to play but sadly, I seem to lack the skills. The kill streaks is a nice addition to the multiplayer but at 60$ it's still alot to pay.… Expand
  6. qwertyy
    Aug 29, 2011
    7
    call of duty single player and special ops is excellent,though the special ops is a little difficult but it is very fun ,in multiplayer is good too,but it has many disadvantages too!some unbalanced weapon like akimbo g18 grenade launcher and all sendry launchers that can kill people,at least iw should make g18 less bullet,i think 12-17 is better,and make it less acccruty and lesscall of duty single player and special ops is excellent,though the special ops is a little difficult but it is very fun ,in multiplayer is good too,but it has many disadvantages too!some unbalanced weapon like akimbo g18 grenade launcher and all sendry launchers that can kill people,at least iw should make g18 less bullet,i think 12-17 is better,and make it less acccruty and less damage,grenade launcher must be aim to shot ,or that will be like sniper,this is what i think,and most call of duty fans think,many of my friends dont like that,and almost all player play over 150 hours hate that,when i see xx was killed by these weapon,half of them will say,noob tuber or gay 18 or rpg.......i hope call of duty 8 will learn from 7,that is fair,though lag… Expand
  7. Trebor_UK
    Nov 11, 2014
    0
    MW2 was the beginning of the end for Call of Duty. This is when they stopped caring about PC gamers. This game is possibly the worst PC port I have ever played.

    Theres nothing more to say than that, other than that you should avoid it like the plague.
  8. Agent5
    Oct 28, 2011
    10
    Just few words about Modern Warfare: Best FPS game series ever existed. Nothing can beat Modern Warfare in being best shooter, not buggy Battlefield, not anything else.
  9. Minidivine
    Nov 15, 2011
    8
    Currently it is the real time of playing MW2. After noobtubing with One Man Army and Danger Close for 2 years, it gets boring. Very few people on this game still noobtube. There are obviously 2 versions of the game on PC: alterIW, which is free to download on the internet, plays great with a nice fanbase and has dedicated servers or the Steam version, which is obviously the original gameCurrently it is the real time of playing MW2. After noobtubing with One Man Army and Danger Close for 2 years, it gets boring. Very few people on this game still noobtube. There are obviously 2 versions of the game on PC: alterIW, which is free to download on the internet, plays great with a nice fanbase and has dedicated servers or the Steam version, which is obviously the original game for a fee.
    All-in-all, the game should have had more support after release, but what can we do..    … Expand
  10. Brother_Fasial
    Nov 16, 2011
    9
    It's hard to place, but there's something about Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 which makes it great. The campaign mode: the story is confusing at first and when you actually think about it, it's a bit flawed as well. However, the missions are suitably action packed and put you in a wide enough variety of locations to be really quite enjoyable.

    Special Ops: Basically just random missions    It's hard to place, but there's something about Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 which makes it great. The campaign mode: the story is confusing at first and when you actually think about it, it's a bit flawed as well. However, the missions are suitably action packed and put you in a wide enough variety of locations to be really quite enjoyable.

    Special Ops: Basically just random missions in locations (mostly) from the campaign, Special Ops are, in my opinion, just as enjoyable as multiplayer. You can play them alone or with a friend (which I recommend if possible, not only does it add to the fun but some Ops are excessively difficult when by yourself) and gain stars upon completion which unlock more Ops. The diversity of the objectives and locations makes Special Ops a fantastic game mode.

    Multiplayer: PC players in general seem to be really quite upset at the IWNet system, which removes dedicated servers. Whilst this is an odd and undeniably poor decision, the people who are complaining about it seem to be deliberately forcing themselves not to have fun nonetheless, which is quite an achievement considering just how fun it is. Again, the diversity of the maps is great, but the customization options available are what makes Modern Warfare 2's multiplayer mode absolutely fantastic.    … Expand
  11. mart1982
    Nov 16, 2011
    8
    Im a single player gamer, and must say the campaign in this game is very good. Enjoyable levels with a good weapon selection. Superior to Black ops in single player, but can't judge the multiplayer because it's not my thing.
  12. Wrecker88
    Nov 18, 2011
    0
    Zero support for dedicated servers, no modding tools, no admin tools nothing. They just slapped up some "some dedicated" servers and advertised that as one of the main attributes of MW3. The dedicated servers are not ranked and count pretty much as private matches, no unlocks, nothings. Stupid - stop supporting this franchise, they have continued to disappoint for several games in a rowZero support for dedicated servers, no modding tools, no admin tools nothing. They just slapped up some "some dedicated" servers and advertised that as one of the main attributes of MW3. The dedicated servers are not ranked and count pretty much as private matches, no unlocks, nothings. Stupid - stop supporting this franchise, they have continued to disappoint for several games in a row now and that is enough… Expand
  13. TromboneR
    Nov 20, 2011
    7
    It's an okay game. I can actually tell the difference between this game and Call of Duty 4, I can't tell the difference between MW2 and MW3. For me, I keep rating lower for every Call of Duty since 4.
  14. KingBishop9
    Nov 29, 2011
    10
    It's just so much fun watching videos about screaming kids getting pwn'd by 69 year olds. This is game is great when displayed on YouTube, I never actually played it, but who cares? This is the best game since sliced bread!
  15. anacreonttr
    Nov 29, 2011
    8
    The game lacks the environment of a true multiplayer joy, simply lacks it.

    However single player story was a real "production" (hollywood?). It provides excitement and great atmosphere. It is one of the best that I have seen in a FPS.
  16. metacrtcreview
    Mar 28, 2012
    9
    Positives-The addition of new weapons. The addition of spec ops. Spec ops contains a lot of new content and provides a new way to play. When writing my review the average user score is low. I don't agree. It is obvious that Infinity Ward spent a lot of hard work on this game. There is a lot of attention to detail.
  17. drastic
    Feb 20, 2012
    5
    COD game play itself far better than bf3. Where it lacks and at risk of sounding redundant, lack of multiplayer dedicated lan or otherwise. From what I gather, the plan to not have lan or dedicated is due to piracy , I could be wrong, however, they are so concerned with piracy as the new fad, they did nothing, "again, redundant" about the hackers messing up game play for others. The good:COD game play itself far better than bf3. Where it lacks and at risk of sounding redundant, lack of multiplayer dedicated lan or otherwise. From what I gather, the plan to not have lan or dedicated is due to piracy , I could be wrong, however, they are so concerned with piracy as the new fad, they did nothing, "again, redundant" about the hackers messing up game play for others. The good: Great weapons, graphics, ease of game play, a fun time. The bad: Hackers, campers, lack of multiplayer support on private lan. Those who say it's not about multiplayer, how long will you play it by yourself? For many of us, we love multiplayer and could care less about campaign. I'd rather go up against other players any day. If the game was campaign only and there was absolutely no multiplayer, the game would be NOTHING. It wouldn't sell. Both users, cheerleaders and makers of the game need to realize this. Do what others have done, sell the campaign, release a free multiplayer version. It's been done with very successful results in the past. Any way, the point, I would have rated this much higher if priorities were in order. Get it together, keep multiplayer dedicated alive, the object is to have fun, not to jump through corporate red tape to play a game.… Expand
  18. ChoicestGames
    Mar 3, 2012
    8
    Although Modern Warfare 2 doesn't break any new ground and it has some minor issues in terms of its implementation, it is nevertheless a welcome, well-rounded addition to the Call of Duty series.
  19. MagSun
    Mar 16, 2012
    2
    I want to start this review with a quote from the FMX 2009 speaker from R&D Activision in terms of "Creating Realism in Games": "Today it is impossible to create realism in games as you need 2.000.000 polygons to model a realistic human face. But yes: gameplay is king!"
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    Looking back at MW1, having a well told story with realistic motivations in its characters, MW2 has a quite more    I want to start this review with a quote from the FMX 2009 speaker from R&D Activision in terms of "Creating Realism in Games": "Today it is impossible to create realism in games as you need 2.000.000 polygons to model a realistic human face. But yes: gameplay is king!"
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    Looking back at MW1, having a well told story with realistic motivations in its characters, MW2 has a quite more fictional story with Russia invading the USA over night with helicopters -- nice defenses there! The game has some cool moments, but in terms of gameplay -- which is king BTW -- the game kills you off. It is quite ridiculous trying the hardest part of a mission dozens of times as you die from enemy gunfire having to restart from a checkpoint 1.000 bullets past and then getting shot by teammates NOT ONLY ONCE!!! The game might use this to tell some motivations but I wonder where is the (sorry) f***ing difference between you dying there or one meter past!?
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    Another ridiculous thing are quicktime events, where you can feel where a Wii player has his moments. Yet again you are unable to open doors while you have to do all the blowing up and pushing forward stuff. Some missions are more or less a shooting gallery: "Go there! Pick up that! Shoot this! Now go over there!" If I want to play something like that, I'd return to Serious Sam....
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    Level design also very "interesting" if take your time and look around: There is not a single ladder or stairs up those roofs or no second door to a room enemies continuous keep coming at you -- no tents either....
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    For the multiplayer most issues have been mentioned (matchmaking, cheaters, no voting, etc.). What CoD multiplayer always was is a team game. Here players are not only scattered on the map and randomly respawned behind some enemy (and vice versa) -- adding random deaths -- plus having no more ingame communication -- voice chat was the first to turn off as any kiddy used it as ingame radio broadcast for bad music.
    Killstreak rewards are flooding the tiny maps making it impossible to play without several perks you need to unlock first. Here it is playing, failing and leveling up until you are able to play the game as it was meant to be -- or at least stand a chance.
    After all I had fun with the game with a group of friends playing the game to play as an entire team. Still in case of cheaters all had to leave the server and retry, joining the same guy again!
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    All in all this game is more frustrating than being fun. But always remember: "Gameplay is king!"    … Expand
  20. Dremord
    Aug 18, 2012
    0
    Never played the campaign (Not a big fan on killing arabs in the desert), but the multiplayer is alot of fun and addicting. For an FPS, this is a great game. For all of the people hating it, tell me if you know a better multiplayer FPS please.
  21. Expospeed
    Dec 6, 2014
    7
    MW2 is a decent game with an engaging story and satisfying gameplay. However, the multiplayer has a multitude of issues. My breakdown is as follows:

    1. Graphics: 8/10 - fantastic, and runs well even on low-end rig 2. Gameplay: 8/10 - great controls and satisfying gameplay as the original MW 3. Story: 7/10 - engaging and interesting story, but rather unrealistic 4. Multiplayer: 4/10 -    MW2 is a decent game with an engaging story and satisfying gameplay. However, the multiplayer has a multitude of issues. My breakdown is as follows:

    1. Graphics: 8/10 - fantastic, and runs well even on low-end rig
    2. Gameplay: 8/10 - great controls and satisfying gameplay as the original MW
    3. Story: 7/10 - engaging and interesting story, but rather unrealistic
    4. Multiplayer: 4/10 - not competitive or fun due to significant lag and hacks

    Overall, great game.    … Expand
  22. malediction
    Nov 28, 2012
    7
    Single player is really fun.
    Spec-ops are also fun.
    I usually stay out of multiplayer because of people being people and they ruing the fun. Which in this case is no exception.
    If you don't need to play the multiplayer than it is fun.
  23. CallOfDuty
    Jan 5, 2013
    1
    Call of duty modern warfare 2 delivers a very unique experience for us,if you like getting killed by 2 bullets and your bullets not getting a hitmarker at all even you aim in front of a enemy,if you like getting "tubed" by users every 4 seconds,if you like getting killed behind 4 walls,then buy it,it's the game for you.
  24. Cerberus0
    Dec 1, 2013
    2
    No dedicated servers....no leaning....no camping....no strategy....certain guns are just plain unrealistic...heavy machine guns are completely useless in this game....grenade launcher spammage=easy kills. Did I mention no dedicated servers? Meaning there are no mods for this game. There are no online communities. I don't even remember being able to choose the freaking map I wanted to playNo dedicated servers....no leaning....no camping....no strategy....certain guns are just plain unrealistic...heavy machine guns are completely useless in this game....grenade launcher spammage=easy kills. Did I mention no dedicated servers? Meaning there are no mods for this game. There are no online communities. I don't even remember being able to choose the freaking map I wanted to play on. You just enter a session and get randomly paired up with others for the next map in the mode. Bless the hackers....the only times I had fun with this game was when people hacked the servers and changed gravity settings and made everything badass like you could back in cod2. There is no skill required for multiplayer. You can run around like a cheetah and just 1 hit knife people without breaking a sweat....no aim required! What an utter piece of trash. This is unacceptable...multiplayer like this belongs on the consoles and only on the consoles. It's all about running forward and shooting the thing in front of you. The maps are so boring and predictable.....there's no chokepoints or strategy at all here. The only defense in this game is a good offense. The portable turret defenses are a joke and don't kill anything. The actual gun turrets you can man at certain points on the map are self pronounced death traps. You can turn them basically 15 degrees each direction.....making them absolutely useless unless the enemy is standing right infront of you. Plus they do terrible damage and require a warmup and cooldown? The hell?! Total crap. Any heavy machine guns in this game are crap. There's no cap on respawning....you just die respawn....die respawn. The respawn points are always changing...your team will be spawning on one side of the map the first few minutes then you and the enemy will switch spawn points. Spawn Killing has been eliminated completely with this....if you played cod2 NOT mw2 you will recall the brilliant moments where a team that was ruthlessly kicking arse would be rewarded by pinning down the opposition to a specific area and getting tons of kills. This is the worst pc 1st person shooter I have ever played. AVOID THIS AND ANY FUTURE COD TITLES! I went from cod lover to absolute hater. Cod2 I'd give a 9/10 so much fun. codmw2? 2/10… Expand
  25. skreviews
    Jun 5, 2014
    7
    Oh Modern Warfare 2, I have such a love/hate relationship with you that I sometimes wish that you didn't have the problems that you have. Lets begin with the campaign, pretty good, it had its awesome moments like the cod4 one did, although the story did seem a little confusing it was pretty good. Spec Ops it basically the Co-op version of the campaign that tries to be infinity wardsOh Modern Warfare 2, I have such a love/hate relationship with you that I sometimes wish that you didn't have the problems that you have. Lets begin with the campaign, pretty good, it had its awesome moments like the cod4 one did, although the story did seem a little confusing it was pretty good. Spec Ops it basically the Co-op version of the campaign that tries to be infinity wards answer to zombies but it isn't quite as memorable so I don't really need to get into much detail about it. But what I do need to get into much detail about is the multiplayer, because dear god do I have mixed feelings about it. First off the balance in the game is horrible, One man army noob tubes, danger close, commando, you name it. Secondly there are no dedicated servers and instead we get this crappy ass host based matchmaking system that was made for consoles and is a HUGE downgrade to cod4. Plus your FOV (field of view) is locked at a puny 65 degrees for both single player and multiplayer, I highly recommend an FOV changer cause you will feel like you are looking through a pair of goggles. Plus the game is FULL of hacked lobbies and some of them give you everything in the game and instantly bump you up to level 70 which decreases its replay value drastically. But there are also some good things about the game. More weapon variety, pro perks, new unlockables such as titles and emblems which increases the games replay-ability, and amazing maps such as Terminal, Rust, Highrise, Scrapyard, Skidrow and tons of other great maps. Oh and did I mention the killstreaks are fun as hell to use. Overall Modern Warfare 2 is a good game, but there are huge things that hold it back from fantastic and it is definitively an overrated game. But does that make it bad? No, no it does not. So I recommend you buy this game, you will definitively get some fun out of it. Just play it at your own risk cause sometimes its very rage inducing.… Expand
  26. alexmak
    Apr 25, 2014
    1
    This game will make you want to destroy your computer and never see it again. The MP, which is the centerpiece of this game is a complete waste of time if you want to have fun or become skilled at it. This is because it is completely based on chance so that all the noobs can feel like they are competent and stay faithful to the franchise. All this game is is just a setup to ensure that theThis game will make you want to destroy your computer and never see it again. The MP, which is the centerpiece of this game is a complete waste of time if you want to have fun or become skilled at it. This is because it is completely based on chance so that all the noobs can feel like they are competent and stay faithful to the franchise. All this game is is just a setup to ensure that the next one will sell in a year.… Expand
  27. monsternator1
    Oct 21, 2013
    0
    This game is filled with 4-13 year olds. NINTENDO YOU GOT ME! TAKE THIS BAD GAME AND THROW ALL OF IT IN THE FIRE. Kill it with fire!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  28. Kind_Russian
    Jul 8, 2014
    0
    This game had a great potential, but it was ruined by Infinity Ward, Activision and gaming community.
    I have a lot to say, but I'll talk about stuff that really matters.
    Pros: - Nice graphics, sounds and interface. - Funny, entertaining and very addictive multiplayer (without lags, hackers and ragers of course). - If you like camping, noob tubing, and using "noob" and "cheap"    This game had a great potential, but it was ruined by Infinity Ward, Activision and gaming community.
    I have a lot to say, but I'll talk about stuff that really matters.

    Pros:
    - Nice graphics, sounds and interface.
    - Funny, entertaining and very addictive multiplayer (without lags, hackers and ragers of course).
    - If you like camping, noob tubing, and using "noob" and "cheap" weapons and tactics (I have nothing against all those things to be honest), then this game is for you.
    - Maps are good.
    - You can't be banned by power hungry admin or votekicked by raging kids in lobbies (hacked ones don't count).
    - Developer console is available.

    Cons:
    - Cut content and leftovers. These things are not acceptable for commercial software. Create a content plan before making a game. It's more mature and you'll spend less money and time. For example, if you don't want players to kill ducks (ducks are cute), don't put ducks in your game in any stages of development.
    - Overpriced.
    - Additional maps are also overpriced.
    - Favela map is available for private lobby, but still not in the map rotation. It's a great map and it should return.
    - One of the worst gaming communities. Kids and "adults" whos vocabulary is limited to "lol noob your stupid you're mum (mom) lol" and who rage and cry over being "unfairly" killed.
    - Hackers and hacked lobbies.
    - No dedicated servers.
    - Steam only.
    - Infinity Ward and Activision don't bother to fix their game and don't care about players.
    - Clichéd and ridiculous singleplayer story. Just another "tacticool operators from US and Europe vs evil-doers from developing countries" nonsense.
    - Lags, errors and glitches are daily routine.
    - You can't lean.
    - Sometimes it takes forever to find a lobby.
    - Modding is possible, but most mods are hacks and sometimes custom textures.
    - Respawning enemies in singleplayer.
    - Health regeneration.
    - Unrealistic and incorrectly portrayed weapons.
    - No semi-auto fire mode on selective fire weapons, no usable bipods, laser sights and binoculars in multiplayer.
    - Shotguns (except KAC Masterkey) have unrealistic range and you can't hit anything beyond 20 meters or 65.6 feet.
    - Shotguns and "machine pistols" are secondary weapons.
    - No weapons (M1A1 Carbine), maps (Crossfire), and characters (MacMillan) from previous games.
    - No weapons from singleplayer (Springfield Armory Custom Professional 1911-A1, SVD and Winchester Model 1200).
    - Just like in Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare, almost no one bothers to shoot down enemy heli or AC-130, so you have to switch on your anti-aircraft loadout (class) or play with it often if you do care about teamwork.
    - Broken sound suppressors (Beretta 92SB, Heckler & Koch MG4 and M240B) and sights (Desert Eagle Mark XIX, Tavor TAR-21, FN F2000 and Heckler & Koch MG4). They should have been fixed years ago.
    - M240B (7.62x51 mm NATO/.308 Winchester) is less powerful than Steyr AUG variant (5.56x45 mm NATO/.223 Remington).
    - Russian version is absolutely horrible (thanks 1C).
    - Russian voices ("Бросаю стан-гранату", "Меняю обойму-магазин", "Он ещё дергАется") and texts ("Охотник утки", "Палата безграничности", "Толчок, чтобы открыться") in the original game make me (native Russian speaker) feel ashamed. Yes, my English is not perfect, but I think publishers like Activision can afford professional translators and voice-over artists if they care about their own product.
    - Poor chicks are trapped in cages. Put there hackers instead.

    Verdict: broken and half-finished game. Do not buy.    … Expand
  29. aufkr
    Nov 28, 2013
    4
    The game is initially quite entertaining the singleplayer provides a good 3 hours of linear, interactive movie fun, and the multiplayer gives you a good time waster then you realise the game is filled with annoying players and mechanics which render the game unplayable. The PC version is especially disappointing, with the lack of dedicated servers, lack of an FOV slider which makes theThe game is initially quite entertaining the singleplayer provides a good 3 hours of linear, interactive movie fun, and the multiplayer gives you a good time waster then you realise the game is filled with annoying players and mechanics which render the game unplayable. The PC version is especially disappointing, with the lack of dedicated servers, lack of an FOV slider which makes the game unplayable if you don't want to have a throbbing headache. Just a waste of money, really.… Expand
  30. ilya_gg
    Jan 25, 2020
    0
    Propaganda carp. Beautiful pictures without meaning, like everything that is done in usa
  31. Ihuarraquax
    Mar 4, 2014
    1
    Despite the plot is very good, the game is pathetic. Maps are made in this way, that when I played I felt like in a tube. Feeling of shooting is awful. Graphic is the same like in the prequel. It is worse than free-to-play game's. I think the first CoD's multiplayer was better, because there were vehicles. All in all is extremely horrible. I definitely don't recommend this game.
  32. notcbram
    May 9, 2016
    0
    Modern Warfare 2 represents everything wrong with gaming. If you can pay to get a piece of excrement such as this reviewed to an average of 84 critic rating then that's got to tell you never to trust critic ratings ever again.
    They did not, however remember to pay me so I'll be honest. What a steaming pile.
  33. Jodle
    Dec 1, 2015
    6
    single player OK
    Multiplayer i didnt like it to much . .
  34. CenkAlp
    Jan 3, 2018
    9
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    Oynanış = 9
    Grafikler = 8
    Sesler = 9
    Keyif = 8
    Atmosfer = 9
    Süre = 8
  35. r03vg
    Apr 17, 2020
    6
    Все еще бесконечный тир в коридоре. По крайней мере, история в игре была увлекательной.
  36. Renaigse
    May 8, 2020
    4
    Так боготворили этот сюжет, мол, одна из лучших код, на уровне 4 части и БО 2, на деле же сюжет крайне убог, они хорошо объяснили конфликт, его причины, общая повестка тоже очень хорошо чувствуется, но постановочные моменты, сами миссии вообще не понравились. То фавеллы с обезьянами, где хер пойми куда идти, то ЗАЛОЖНИКИ НА НЕФТЕВЫШКЕ, Карл, что они там курили, когда это придумывали, проТак боготворили этот сюжет, мол, одна из лучших код, на уровне 4 части и БО 2, на деле же сюжет крайне убог, они хорошо объяснили конфликт, его причины, общая повестка тоже очень хорошо чувствуется, но постановочные моменты, сами миссии вообще не понравились. То фавеллы с обезьянами, где хер пойми куда идти, то ЗАЛОЖНИКИ НА НЕФТЕВЫШКЕ, Карл, что они там курили, когда это придумывали, про штурм ГУЛАГА чот ваще в голосину, особенно в финале миссии, когда вертолет кинул им трос через 10 идеальных дырок в полу. Первые миссии при этом зашли на ура, дальше полнейшая сценарная дичь, а-ля Оборона 3 закусочных пхахх, сук, русских там не кормят чтоли, нах им эти закусочные. Ну лан, с сюжетом понятно, Ринна Прачетт отдыхает. Геймплей, к сожалению, по началу отличный/атмосферный, а потом чисто дефолтный каловдутие тир, с плохой стрельбой и звуком у оружия, кайф, даже стрелять в этой игре не особо приятно, хотя это типо шутер. Крч вообще не понять мне почему ее все боготворят, земля пухом таким ребятам.… Expand
  37. igruprohodil
    Oct 30, 2022
    0
    bought vault edition everything was fine, woke up today and received permanent ban, what the heck? unable to play game so here goes 0 for this trash
  38. Greek_objektife
    Jun 9, 2021
    8
    MW2 по сюжету хоть и короче чем первая часть,все же сюжет был более насыщенный на события и лучше подавались сюжетные повороты,мультиплеер хоть и мертв сейчас,но был значительно улучшен по сравнению с первой частью плюс спецоперации неплохо дополняли игруMW2 по сюжету хоть и короче чем первая часть,все же сюжет был более насыщенный на события и лучше подавались сюжетные повороты,мультиплеер хоть и мертв сейчас,но был значительно улучшен по сравнению с первой частью плюс спецоперации неплохо дополняли игру
  39. MDXV
    Jan 27, 2023
    9
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  40. BFG-1337
    Mar 28, 2021
    4
    Here is a 4 for average singleplayer and fun spec ops but do keep in mind that spec ops is basically recycled mw1 and mw2 missions made to be replayable in coop. Multiplayer is useless, not worth even talking about.
  41. kurteSUS
    May 16, 2021
    8
    BEFORE YOU READ: I was never into multiplayer so i cant really compare it to others resulting in my review will being solely on the story line.

    The best CoD by far. It contains a solid story line, good mechanics and great pacing *from start to finish*. I also adored that it was different than other RPGs. On the other hand it felt too simple. It felt like they wasted the budget on the    BEFORE YOU READ: I was never into multiplayer so i cant really compare it to others resulting in my review will being solely on the story line.

    The best CoD by far. It contains a solid story line, good mechanics and great pacing *from start to finish*. I also adored that it was different than other RPGs. On the other hand it felt too simple. It felt like they wasted the budget on the story but didn't even add any complexity in it. There wasn't really an inventory, no missions, no map... This probably is the style of the game, but i still cant enjoy the simplicity of this CoD...    … Expand
  42. Izoeros
    Jun 1, 2022
    8
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  43. SauceBox6
    Nov 26, 2022
    8
    10 - Masterpiece
    9 - Amazing
    8 - Great
    7 - Good
    6 - Okay
    5 - Mediocre
    4 - Bad
    3 - Awful
    2 - Painful
    1 - Unbearable
  44. Joe2539
    Jan 2, 2023
    10
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  45. Gman24681
    Feb 13, 2023
    0
    This game is absolutely trash compared to what they had before. Every single thing in this new game is ridiculously **** stupid. I am soooo disappointed with this piece of **** game that I went back to fortnite. That shows what kinda game this **** is. They should have left it the **** alone. All we asked for was a new map. Then they changed EVERY **** THING THEY COULD. CHANGE IT BACK ORThis game is absolutely trash compared to what they had before. Every single thing in this new game is ridiculously **** stupid. I am soooo disappointed with this piece of **** game that I went back to fortnite. That shows what kinda game this **** is. They should have left it the **** alone. All we asked for was a new map. Then they changed EVERY **** THING THEY COULD. CHANGE IT BACK OR IK I AND ALL MY FRIENDS WHO PKAYED WILL NECER PLAY THIS TRASH AGAIN. MY GOD. Multi-billion dollar company and can't even **** listen to what the people want. Your game SUCKS ASSSSSSS… Expand
  46. 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.
  47. 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
  48. 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
  49. 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.
  50. RV
    Jan 14, 2010
    5
    + nice graphics, realistic approach of war - cheaters & hackers are NOT punished ( so please link with punkbuster were cheaters & co will be removed before they all ruin a good gam)
  51. 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
  52. 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
  53. NormanT
    Jan 15, 2010
    7
    There've two locations make my computer hanged (Maybe it was my video's fault), also when hit badly, blood caught in eyes can't see a thing!
  54. 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
  55. 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
  56. KenF
    Jan 21, 2010
    6
    While individual single player missions are cinematic and at times gut-wrenching, if you take a moment and ask yourself "What is going on?" you realize the campaign would be better served WITHOUT any semblence of storyline. Combine this with Halo's "Hide til your health is back" mentality, and you have a game that has all the trappings of a alternate-reality realistic shooter, While individual single player missions are cinematic and at times gut-wrenching, if you take a moment and ask yourself "What is going on?" you realize the campaign would be better served WITHOUT any semblence of storyline. Combine this with Halo's "Hide til your health is back" mentality, and you have a game that has all the trappings of a alternate-reality realistic shooter, without the realism brought through in the game mechanics.… Expand
  57. 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!
  58. 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
  59. 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
  60. GreyF
    Jan 2, 2010
    5
    Love Single Player, love SpecOps, love the new weapons, loved the soundtrack, loved the plot. Hated the price, hated the kick in the pants we got on multi-player, hated how IW ignored PC gamers. Ok, I get it, idiot kids these days don't have the time to get a job and save money to soup up computers and want instant fixes. I get it now, just like this country has slipped into Love Single Player, love SpecOps, love the new weapons, loved the soundtrack, loved the plot. Hated the price, hated the kick in the pants we got on multi-player, hated how IW ignored PC gamers. Ok, I get it, idiot kids these days don't have the time to get a job and save money to soup up computers and want instant fixes. I get it now, just like this country has slipped into Socialism, we're going to slip into Consolism because no one wants to spend an extra 400 beyond a console price to get a better quality gaming machine. It sickens me that Final Fantasy is considered a better RPG than Elder Scrolls. What the hell do stupid emo anime fan teenagers know about a good game outside of something that tear jerks them and try to emulate it at conventions and so on? I love the MW series, but I hate how PC gamers got shafted for stupid college and teenager gamers who are lazy.… Expand
  61. TomG
    Jan 20, 2010
    10
    Great single player ! Very interesting multiplayer! Best graphics engine on this day!
  62. 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
  63. 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.
  64. 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.
  65. eRODF
    Jan 24, 2010
    8
    to many game play glitches, server errors! ganeplay is extaordinary, except for the interruptions...
  66. JackM.
    Jan 26, 2010
    5
    I enjoy the game but as a older player I'm not as fast as the younger guys and can't seem to keep up. I would enjoy more snipering or more chance to hide and not be found so easy. I enjoy setting up my kills. these guy run around and kill everything and it's to not real.
  67. RandomGuy
    Jan 26, 2010
    5
    This is actually the best FPS game i've ever played, but god i hate the IWNet system, they should definatly make dedicated servers.
  68. MarkM.
    Jan 26, 2010
    1
    Just because of STEAM. Over the past few days, been getting kicked out of game, can't connect to steam server. It just down right sucks. Why there are no dedicated servers is beyond me, COD had a great PC following, but this is going to hurt it really bad. maybe change my score if steam can be more, but who wants to play if we are always going to get kicked out or steam server is Just because of STEAM. Over the past few days, been getting kicked out of game, can't connect to steam server. It just down right sucks. Why there are no dedicated servers is beyond me, COD had a great PC following, but this is going to hurt it really bad. maybe change my score if steam can be more, but who wants to play if we are always going to get kicked out or steam server is down. We are paying customers and we demand better service from STEAM!!!… Expand
  69. 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
  70. 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.
  71. LoganE
    Jan 20, 2010
    6
    I fun game, but the campaign is far too short and between lag and the poor attempt at host migration, multiplayer is a broken five-second shootout.
  72. RapidFire
    Jan 31, 2010
    3
    Infinity Ward / Activision have dropped the ball on this one with IWNET. The multi player is virtually unplayable with the lag, getting disconnected, losing friends mid way through, no dedicated servers, hackers free to do whatever. Horrible. The worst is Infinity Ward does not acknowledge that there is something wrong with the mulit player and in fact have been deleting threads from Infinity Ward / Activision have dropped the ball on this one with IWNET. The multi player is virtually unplayable with the lag, getting disconnected, losing friends mid way through, no dedicated servers, hackers free to do whatever. Horrible. The worst is Infinity Ward does not acknowledge that there is something wrong with the mulit player and in fact have been deleting threads from their forums for suggesting there are problems. Never again will I buy Infinity Ward or Activision.… Expand
  73. TooroneM.
    Jan 31, 2010
    2
    Like a lot of the other reviewers i thought the single player campaign was way to short, i finished it in 5 hours. The multiplayer mode,which is where MW1 excelled, is terrible. Lag is a problem but not enough to kill the game. What make s the game on PC redundant is the limited number of players that can be on any one map and the size of the maps. The maps are tiny and so any strategic Like a lot of the other reviewers i thought the single player campaign was way to short, i finished it in 5 hours. The multiplayer mode,which is where MW1 excelled, is terrible. Lag is a problem but not enough to kill the game. What make s the game on PC redundant is the limited number of players that can be on any one map and the size of the maps. The maps are tiny and so any strategic element is lacking, forget flanking, going up the middle in force, the maps are almost circles so you just keep chasing your own tail, its pathetic from a game that had such an outstanding start to fall so short in this iteration.… Expand
  74. 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
  75. 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!
  76. 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!
  77. PerN.
    Jan 30, 2010
    0
    I still don't understand how someone can introduce IWnet and remove dedicated servers without any serious testing at all. Spawn system is the worst I've ever seen. I do like most of the maps, prestige system is good and keeps the game going, weapons are to similar, way to much hackers and lag (caused by IWnet). Feedback from IW is absolutely 0. How they can start talking about I still don't understand how someone can introduce IWnet and remove dedicated servers without any serious testing at all. Spawn system is the worst I've ever seen. I do like most of the maps, prestige system is good and keeps the game going, weapons are to similar, way to much hackers and lag (caused by IWnet). Feedback from IW is absolutely 0. How they can start talking about an expansion with the crap they have now shows that they just want money.… Expand
  78. 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
  79. LouisN
    Jan 4, 2010
    2
    The Games campaign is extremely short, its literally about maybe 2 hours long if you cut out all the time you spend recovering your health and dying. but about 6 hours with all that (no kidding). The campaign doesnt make a whole bunch of sense, i usually dont know who my character is and how he's involved in all of this. The game starts and ends exactly the same as MW1 and some of The Games campaign is extremely short, its literally about maybe 2 hours long if you cut out all the time you spend recovering your health and dying. but about 6 hours with all that (no kidding). The campaign doesnt make a whole bunch of sense, i usually dont know who my character is and how he's involved in all of this. The game starts and ends exactly the same as MW1 and some of the middle feels about the same too. The shooting in the game is extremely frustrating and the only good parts are the parts when you arent shooting and advancing on the enemy.... that isnt a good thing to say about a SHOOTING GAME. Online is terrible, VAC is terrible and will ban a hacker maybe 3-5 weeks after he starts hacking and theres no way to kick or ban them from the game. Host migration happens about 1-3 times in a game, usually when your not lagging to much. Then when your in an extremely laggy game where litterally everyone but the host is lagging, the game will not try to find a better host at all. Not to mention people are sending trojans and viruses through the game. This game can be a 10/10... but you'd have to find a server with no lag, no hackers, no cheap players (dual wielding shotguns, constant RPG spam, etc), and map that isnt terrible (almost all of them are terrible). The only reason this game would get a decent score is on a console, which standards are much lower. even then, your going to have to deal with most the problems. Dont buy this game, your going to end up searching the internet why you cant lean or how you can stop lagging and everyones going to laugh at you because you bought this game.… Expand
  80. 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
  81. ZachY
    Jan 5, 2010
    3
    Multiplayer is a like a slap in the face. Its like IW decided that xbox and ps3 are the future and pc games will have to just take whatever they make for consoles and live with it. I wish I had not bought this game. The specs ops is fun and the campaign is fun, but the MP is just abysmal. I could write a 5000 word essay on the shortcomings of this multiplayer mode it is so bad. I think it Multiplayer is a like a slap in the face. Its like IW decided that xbox and ps3 are the future and pc games will have to just take whatever they make for consoles and live with it. I wish I had not bought this game. The specs ops is fun and the campaign is fun, but the MP is just abysmal. I could write a 5000 word essay on the shortcomings of this multiplayer mode it is so bad. I think it would have been really really great with dedicated servers, but without them we dont get get connections or the even bigger issue, there is no way to build up gaming communities. Every time I fire up the game i think "oh this is gonna be fun this time" and i always end up shutting the game down and getting pissed because it doesn't work well enough to warrant spending $15 for the multiplayer, let alone the offensive $60 I paid for it. Bottom line, if I could take it back and get my money back I would.… Expand
  82. krisn
    Jan 5, 2010
    1
    This game has great single player. Unfortunatly the multiplayer is almost unplayable. A proven horrid matchmaking ruins the online name that has mad COD seris what it is . Listin to user reviews , not revies someone who never payed 60 dollars for gave. IW has done nothing ! to rid the hackers , yesterday i played in a server that was hacked from IWnet. everyone had unlimited ammo. which This game has great single player. Unfortunatly the multiplayer is almost unplayable. A proven horrid matchmaking ruins the online name that has mad COD seris what it is . Listin to user reviews , not revies someone who never payed 60 dollars for gave. IW has done nothing ! to rid the hackers , yesterday i played in a server that was hacked from IWnet. everyone had unlimited ammo. which made a real mess when a player recieved a ac130.… Expand
  83. 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
  84. 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.
  85. BlahBlah
    Jan 8, 2010
    5
    Whether or not the multiplayer system MW2 has is better than it's predecessor I can't say since I don't feel like giving IW 60 bucks and buying this. However, with the decision they made, dedicated servers were removed and people bitched. It barely put a dent in the sales of the most over-hyped game ever but it still pissed a lot of people off. The alternative was keep the Whether or not the multiplayer system MW2 has is better than it's predecessor I can't say since I don't feel like giving IW 60 bucks and buying this. However, with the decision they made, dedicated servers were removed and people bitched. It barely put a dent in the sales of the most over-hyped game ever but it still pissed a lot of people off. The alternative was keep the dedicated server system which, by the way, THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH. If they had chosen this option it would have saved IW some trouble and made MW2 a better game. It also would have brought in more money to IW which I know they really care about judging by their decision to remove and user-generated content, making IW the only source of new content so more people will shell out 10 bucks for a couple new maps. Oh well, without dedicated servers the multiplayer will die in a couple months.… Expand
  86. 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
  87. Danny
    Jan 9, 2010
    1
    These host migrations are ridiculous! They happen WAY too frequently and a lot of the time when the host leaves, the game will try to find a new host and fail, then just drops everyone from the game. This is extremely annoying when your team is about to win and the host that happens to leave is on the enemy team and gives up before the game is finished. I picked this game up when it first These host migrations are ridiculous! They happen WAY too frequently and a lot of the time when the host leaves, the game will try to find a new host and fail, then just drops everyone from the game. This is extremely annoying when your team is about to win and the host that happens to leave is on the enemy team and gives up before the game is finished. I picked this game up when it first came out and finished the campaign that very same day about 5 hours of off and on playing.. I'd be lying if i said this is a very fulfilling sequel. I'm quite disappointed overall since this game was obviously made for online playing, but it seems the high point of the game is more in the single player area.. 6v6 online is extremely basic and disappointing, 9v9 should be the very least. If this game had something like 32 players max (16v16) along with dedicated servers like many other shooters, it would have been quite a solid game. I just want to end it by saying this game doesn't deliver the same experience as the first did and it seems like it was about the $$ to IW this time around with MW2.. Very sad.. Trading this game in soon..… Expand
  88. JoshuaL
    Feb 10, 2010
    3
    I'm giving this game a 3 because on PC the matchmaking is terrible, there are hackers in every corner and VAC is a joke to them since they play on pirated versions which hasn't been blocked yet. A lot of bugs are still occurring and some of the equipment still needs balancing. I'm sorry Infinity Ward but you failed on making this game any fun on PC.
  89. CMM
    Feb 10, 2010
    0
    I bought this game because several friends wanted to play something new online together. After we all be the single player and spec ops we went right into the MP. After about 30 minutes both friends uninstalled the game, but I'm still playing it somewhat here and there to get my moneys worth, but I've just about had enough of how terrible it is. Call of Duty:Medieval Warfare is FTL.
  90. IWNicejob
    Feb 1, 2010
    0
    IW did the worst job ever in the MP the single was GREAT but the Multi isnt alot of little kids around using over powered things stabbing there is no more fun like COD4 when u needed to use ur head abit now who ever got the most over powered toys is a winner and not to mention the campers heavin with the "Camping Class" IW consider to do some changes around!
  91. RobR
    Feb 13, 2010
    5
    Gameplay is great. IWNet is buggy and I would prefer dedicated servers but the good thing about it is that I really like ranking up and there are no modded 10k XP/kill servers where you rank up in 3 maps. That is truly the saving grace for IWNet in my opinion. The reason for the relatively low score is the number of aimbotters you come across in multiplayer. I'd say it's about 1 Gameplay is great. IWNet is buggy and I would prefer dedicated servers but the good thing about it is that I really like ranking up and there are no modded 10k XP/kill servers where you rank up in 3 maps. That is truly the saving grace for IWNet in my opinion. The reason for the relatively low score is the number of aimbotters you come across in multiplayer. I'd say it's about 1 in every 4 or 5 games. Makes it really frustrating sometimes.… Expand
  92. PhilK.
    Feb 1, 2010
    1
    MW2 could be the greatest multiplay game of all time and enjoyed by the competative scene and casual clan scene for the next 5 years.Unfortunately its not ! MW2 is like being given a Ferrari and finding there is no engine.The soul destroying fact is its anti-community and terrible on multiplay due to IWNET which is a p2p network.Lag and latency issues totally destroy the experience.One MW2 could be the greatest multiplay game of all time and enjoyed by the competative scene and casual clan scene for the next 5 years.Unfortunately its not ! MW2 is like being given a Ferrari and finding there is no engine.The soul destroying fact is its anti-community and terrible on multiplay due to IWNET which is a p2p network.Lag and latency issues totally destroy the experience.One wonders why IW have not simply returned to the formula that worked DEDICATED servers...in sure if the decision was theres to make they would. Its wake up time and Activision are responsible for removing the options for any longevity with this title,its a money grab and longevity means less money. So its onto the next title and sod you gamers and your enjoyment.… Expand
  93. LucasP
    Feb 14, 2010
    2
    Great SP campaign, but even then its worse than COD4. Multiplayer is a disaster, with laggy servers, low player counts, mostly bad maps and altered gameplay compared to the original. Still it is a fun experience but not at the 59.99 rip off for a non console game.
  94. IAmPissed
    Feb 14, 2010
    5
    I thought all those bugs weren't that bad, hey, I have been using the carepackage run-fast advantage too, but seriously! Now I have to verify my game each I want to play, else the game freezes for 5 seconds a time. It has ruined the game completely. The game itself is just GREAT! But the things that it has been build around just SUCKS. I feel like..giving a 1 rating. But the game I thought all those bugs weren't that bad, hey, I have been using the carepackage run-fast advantage too, but seriously! Now I have to verify my game each I want to play, else the game freezes for 5 seconds a time. It has ruined the game completely. The game itself is just GREAT! But the things that it has been build around just SUCKS. I feel like..giving a 1 rating. But the game itself is just too good.… Expand
  95. G.V
    Feb 15, 2010
    0
    No dedicated servers and IW dosent even seem to want to add them, a lazy scam for money it seems yes single player is epic and multiplayer has alot of good aspects, but it all goes to waste the second you spend 15 mins looking for a good match with a good ping (or bars in this case) i find my self looking for a game only to get bored and play another game 10-15mins later because of either No dedicated servers and IW dosent even seem to want to add them, a lazy scam for money it seems yes single player is epic and multiplayer has alot of good aspects, but it all goes to waste the second you spend 15 mins looking for a good match with a good ping (or bars in this case) i find my self looking for a game only to get bored and play another game 10-15mins later because of either Cheaters, Lag, or Taking too long to find a server. Not to mention the noob tubes, which is why IW needs to either add custom matchs with certain rules like no "Noob tubes (Granade launcher)" or just have the balls to admit thier mistake and give us dedicated servers, it can be done, and very easy there are already a few user made dedicated servers out there so it mustnt be that hard specially if its the company that owns the game. seriously... just seems like a lazy move from a company. but if your looking for a Muck around multiplayer game, and happen to be lucky enough to live near the bulk of players and playing in "peak" play times then it can be quite fun for a hour or so, but if your a hardcore multiplayer person stick with MW 1 as MW 2 offers nothing for clans or people who want to play fair matches and for long periods of time without interuption.… Expand
  96. phillr
    Feb 10, 2010
    2
    Absolutely diabolical not having dedicated servers, insane lag coupled with dire hit detection make for some very poor gameplay. Then we come to cheaters and hacked hosts, they seem unstopable, very little support in Infinity Ward, this is a VERY poor console port.
  97. BobN
    Feb 17, 2010
    5
    Buy it cheap, or when the price drops. I do not care about multiplayer, it is all about the actual game. The singleplayer here is fun, has some great moments, but not much replay value. This game has some scene that could cause vets to have flashbacks, but for the rest of us, it is a mediocre game. Fun, awesome at times, quickly forgettable. Buy it cheap since it is INCREDIBLY SHORT.
  98. TueyK.
    Feb 1, 2010
    2
    If it wasn't for all the cheats, the immense lag, the constant disconnections, the complete idiots screaming over voice chat, the amount of racism in text chat, and the complete lack of response from infinity ward on their forums this game could be not bad. Unfortunately it is good for a few weeks then all of the above really starts to get to you. A real shame.
  99. ChadS.
    Feb 2, 2010
    1
    This is the WORST infinity ward game ever released. The single player is great but does not even come close to making up for the lack-luster performance of the multiplayer. Never again will I buy a game made by them, especially since they wont even acknowledge there is anything wrong with the game.
  100. ChristopherBailey
    Feb 3, 2010
    5
    I vote 5. The game itself is great I think. Making VAC in charge of the anti-hacks..no. Saw how well that worked with Counter Strike. I think PB would have made it much better. No dedicated server, so when you have hackers shooting through walls and getting 63 kills w/o a death and can not do anything about it, that tends to get annoying. At least with dedicated could vote them out or ban I vote 5. The game itself is great I think. Making VAC in charge of the anti-hacks..no. Saw how well that worked with Counter Strike. I think PB would have made it much better. No dedicated server, so when you have hackers shooting through walls and getting 63 kills w/o a death and can not do anything about it, that tends to get annoying. At least with dedicated could vote them out or ban them from THAT server. Need more maps. If they want to make their own maps, that is all well and good, just need to make them faster and/or more often. Being as they have bugs, hackers and plenty other things to worry about, would think it best to release a public map creator. Anyway, still think the game itself is good.… Expand
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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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