Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5706 Ratings

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  1. Raphaelz
    Nov 21, 2011
    8
    A awesome FPS, lots of adrenalin and reflex booster combats, but in resume it's the same CoD ever, just another name... That's all. A must have to any CoD fan...
  2. kackarot00
    Nov 21, 2011
    0
    Bored instantly, no innovation. a few games of multiplayer were okay, yet so similar to mw1 let alone 2... how can they resell the same game three times? it's basically a map pack for mw2! Shocking waste of cash, its like they twiddled their thumbs between release dates and reskinned a few bits and piecies to stop boredom creeping in....
  3. ZayanuZaroc
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    A great game with great gameplay and graphics! The story is phenomenal and the Multiplayer is more balanced and fun than ever! Definitely worth a buy!
  4. ruzhyo2000
    Nov 21, 2011
    7
    The campaign is great if a little short and the multiplayer is just as good as always. Yes it plays almost identical to the last few games but this doesn't make it bad. There are lots of weapons, customizations, and killstreak options in multiplayer to suit your specific style of play. You'll either love or hate the maps but they all seem to follow the same "square arena" format, if theThe campaign is great if a little short and the multiplayer is just as good as always. Yes it plays almost identical to the last few games but this doesn't make it bad. There are lots of weapons, customizations, and killstreak options in multiplayer to suit your specific style of play. You'll either love or hate the maps but they all seem to follow the same "square arena" format, if the makes sense. They're good if you like to run and gun but bad if you like to take high ground and get the drop on enemies or take the hidden path around the map and pop up behind enemy lines. BF3's sound puts this game's sound to absolute shame, but unlike BF3 MW3 has more interesting cooperative game modes in case you get bored of straight up competitive multiplayer.… Expand
  5. Alan250
    Nov 21, 2011
    9
    Stop rating the innovation. Now stop comparing bf3 to MW3 (cause are different styles of cames [arcade, realistic]). Ok, now the game deserves 9. Its funny. The game is the most played game in PSN, LIVE and steam (losing only to elder scrolls 5), and got THIS amout of negative reviews. too many haters?
  6. marioman32
    Nov 21, 2011
    7
    I've only ever played the first Modern Warfare and skipped the line to this one and its not as bad as everyone is making it out to be, sure it feels like an expansion pack but the fact is that it isn't. It works and has a somewhat new storyline and there are new elements included. Sure that doesn't make it the next amazing shooter and a perfect 10 but with so many shooters out there whatI've only ever played the first Modern Warfare and skipped the line to this one and its not as bad as everyone is making it out to be, sure it feels like an expansion pack but the fact is that it isn't. It works and has a somewhat new storyline and there are new elements included. Sure that doesn't make it the next amazing shooter and a perfect 10 but with so many shooters out there what haven't you seen in a shooter? What are they supposed to do? They've added some fun new content and the game works. It's a retread sure, but its a Modern Warfare game and I got exactly what I expected some new elements. I was able to play the game all the way through without a crash or some annoying visual bug and that's alot better than dozens of other AAA games out there.… Expand
  7. joshyman
    Nov 21, 2011
    5
    I can't say its really a BAD game, considdering modern warfare and mw2 were good. but its just stale.

    nothing feels knew. it feels like MW2 with new maps. Single player is MEH at best. To be honest, im kind of tired of COD in general. It always feels the same, which isn't bad, but it just gets old. It almost feels like they just want to realease a new COD every year, like an anual thing,    I can't say its really a BAD game, considdering modern warfare and mw2 were good. but its just stale.

    nothing feels knew. it feels like MW2 with new maps. Single player is MEH at best.

    To be honest, im kind of tired of COD in general. It always feels the same, which isn't bad, but it just gets old. It almost feels like they just want to realease a new COD every year, like an anual thing, and make a ton of money off it. I'd LOVE to see a NEW IP from infiniti ward and sledgehammer, because they are tallented studios, but COD is just getting old, and you can really tell with MW3    … Expand
  8. pillaipradeep
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    I bought COD mw3 and i really enjoyed it. it had all the ingredients of a good game. i don't known why some people(Battlefield 3 fans n developer) are hating it, oh now i know..., from call of duty 1, i have been a great fan of this franchise and been always happy playing this game. i know graphics foe MW3 has been not upto the mark, then gaming is not all about good graphics but aI bought COD mw3 and i really enjoyed it. it had all the ingredients of a good game. i don't known why some people(Battlefield 3 fans n developer) are hating it, oh now i know..., from call of duty 1, i have been a great fan of this franchise and been always happy playing this game. i know graphics foe MW3 has been not upto the mark, then gaming is not all about good graphics but a combination's of graphics, gameplay, story n graphics. not like battlefield 3....activision guys keep on making such great games.
    i will be always a true fan of you and support you guys no matter what others say about you.

    keep rocking......I LOVE YOU CALL OF DUTY.....    … Expand
  9. smisek
    Nov 21, 2011
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. RIP Sandman, Soap, Ghost, Yuri. Graphic: same as all ways so you want be disappointed but you wont be thrilled. Story: great storyline since cod4 and i think that it got epic ending. Music: epic in the right moments. Characters: love them and miss them. Gameplay: absence of some kind of training but because game is same as previous titles its not so hard to get .. SP is maybe short but every fps is short lately (MoH, BF3) Also this is review of someone who hates all COD games and activision.. MoH forever!!â… Expand
  10. drb1992
    Nov 20, 2011
    10
    If you liked previous CoD games, you will love MW3. MW3 has some very nice improvements over previous titles. Such as, strike packages, gun proficiencies, and the prestige shop.
  11. Beto_CR
    Nov 20, 2011
    7
    good game bad multiplayer system the peer-to-peer is good for the consoles not for the PC version like Modern Warfare 2 good game bad multiplayer system for the campaign the story is good for the graphics its the same for all CoD since Modern Warfare
  12. Kelz
    Nov 20, 2011
    0
    I have no idea why i decided to buy CoD MW3, i never really liked any of their other games besides CoD4 and CoD2, but i thought i would give it a try as it looked like it could be fun in the trailers and what not. It wasn't. This game was a waste of 30 quid it's so boring the graphics are quite bad though i don't care too much about that but the audio is just horrible, the guns sound likeI have no idea why i decided to buy CoD MW3, i never really liked any of their other games besides CoD4 and CoD2, but i thought i would give it a try as it looked like it could be fun in the trailers and what not. It wasn't. This game was a waste of 30 quid it's so boring the graphics are quite bad though i don't care too much about that but the audio is just horrible, the guns sound like paintball guns. I would advise anyone not to buy this game as the developers don't deserve your money they've mad no innovation at all from previous games from what i can see, i don't get why this game is so popular there are way better and more deserving games out there.… Expand
  13. Venturai
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    0 out of 10??! Unless it won't run atall or the cd's blank, how can you give a game 0?

    Some of the 0 out of 10 reviews around here make me laugh. One guy said he saw his friend playing it, noted that it looked the same. That clears that up mate, cheers. Another opened with a comment about how it wasn't bad. Huh? If it ain't bad, genius, shouldn't it get a score a little higher than 0? It    0 out of 10??! Unless it won't run atall or the cd's blank, how can you give a game 0?

    Some of the 0 out of 10 reviews around here make me laugh. One guy said he saw his friend playing it, noted that it looked the same. That clears that up mate, cheers. Another opened with a comment about how it wasn't bad. Huh? If it ain't bad, genius, shouldn't it get a score a little higher than 0? It gets worse though, others have admitted to just having pirated it, while I read another that admitted he hadn't even actually played it. What the?

    Modern Warfare 3 does not deserve an average user score of 2 out of 10. No way. To be honest, it wouldn't deserve an average user score of anything less than 6 out of 10.

    It's not a great game, but it's most certainly a good game, and unlike Battlefield 3, there's heaps on the disk for gamers of all types to get stuck into. While it's admittedly a little short, the campaign is a great ride - plenty of "woah" moments. Spec Ops doesn't just have missions now, it's also got an awesome new Survival mode, playable on all of the multiplayer maps. Throw in decent multiplayer with new modes to keep it fresh, and there really is something for everyone.

    Granted, it could use a new engine, but then, with the 360 and ps3 on their last legs, they may be better off waiting for new hardware anyway. As far as comments regarding a lack of innovation are concerned, that's something you could criticise most FPS's for.

    An average of 2 out of 10? No way. Anywhere from 5 to about 9 is about right, to be fair.    … Expand
  14. Bobby_Flamingo
    Nov 20, 2011
    1
    I'm not giving this a one to be obnoxious. I'm simply stating a fact. I like many others bought modern warfare 1 and was blown away by the "revolution" . After a disappointment in world at war I bought modern warfare 2 in high hopes that it would be a worthy sequel, which it kind of was...it added many features tightened the multiplayer and continued the story. I was willing to overlookI'm not giving this a one to be obnoxious. I'm simply stating a fact. I like many others bought modern warfare 1 and was blown away by the "revolution" . After a disappointment in world at war I bought modern warfare 2 in high hopes that it would be a worthy sequel, which it kind of was...it added many features tightened the multiplayer and continued the story. I was willing to overlook the fact that it was ALMOST the same game, they were coming dangerously close to over saturating the series. Inevitably this happened a year later with black ops which was pretty much a clone of all that had been done before. After all this nonsense we hoped for a glimmer, modern warfare 3...a game which we all hoped would live up to the legacy. Unfortunately all modern warfare 3 really is is and exact replica of all that made up modern warfare 1 and 2. Nothing truly original was added to the experience. Activision has gotten all kinds of greedy. Forcing out games yearly at a full retail price knowing full well they are selling an unworthy product...not taking into account whether or not the consumer is getting what they paid for. The fact that the fans will buy it is apparently enough to justify tossing together some explosions and new maps and putting a new number on the end. All I ask is why? I am not a fan boy of one gaming device or the other, or one gaming series or another, just someone who doesn't understand why this is not only acceptable to you fans, but you will actually defend the games quality. Nothing is truly different about this game then the other major call of duty releases every year since 2007, nothing was stopping them from releasing small packages, more maps, more modes...nothing. Instead they put together not an inferior product, but a slap in the face. All of this has been done before. I've bought this before. You've bought this before. Before you think of buying this garbage and support these publishers who think it's ok to take advantage of loyal fans...think of what you could do to force them to make a modern warfare game that truly lives up to the standards of todays games. Was this much of a review? Not so much...not a rant either. I just want people to realize that the graphics are outdated, story still generic, game play rough, sound poor, and multiplayer virtually unchanged not because they can't but because they wont. Take a stand. Play your last call of duty if you have to a little longer until they see they can't treat people like dirt anymore. If you read this far I hope you see where I'm coming from and live up to my hopes that we will one day see a modern warfare 4 WORTH praising, not this thrown together mess, thank you. Collapse Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3… Expand
  15. secantrex
    Nov 20, 2011
    10
    Honestly, the campaign was lacking and had some holes, but i had fun playing it. But the multiplayer is why we buy the game. Its phenomenal, BUT, by day 3, it took 7 or 8 tries to find games without someone aim boting. Now a couple weeks in, they say they're banning players, but it is still bad with new exploits appearing. I doubt it'll ever be fixed, but if you can find games withoutHonestly, the campaign was lacking and had some holes, but i had fun playing it. But the multiplayer is why we buy the game. Its phenomenal, BUT, by day 3, it took 7 or 8 tries to find games without someone aim boting. Now a couple weeks in, they say they're banning players, but it is still bad with new exploits appearing. I doubt it'll ever be fixed, but if you can find games without hacking, then this is multiplayer game is game of the year for me.… Expand
  16. Tyke
    Nov 20, 2011
    8
    This game is far from perfect. However, I don't think it's as bad as the average user score here. It is nothing more than a more polished version of Modern Warfare 2. It has everything to love from MW2, the fantastic and exciting single player, and the fast-paced multiplayer with the removal of a lot of the more annoying perks. A few negatives though. It is surely not worth the $60 priceThis game is far from perfect. However, I don't think it's as bad as the average user score here. It is nothing more than a more polished version of Modern Warfare 2. It has everything to love from MW2, the fantastic and exciting single player, and the fast-paced multiplayer with the removal of a lot of the more annoying perks. A few negatives though. It is surely not worth the $60 price tag if you already own MW2, and the graphics were showing their age in MW2, and now they look downright terrible. I do find it impossible to compare this game to Battlefield 3, because the two games are completely different styles. (I own both.) This game is your average CoD game, fun because of how easy it is to pick up, and the singleplayer is exciting and intense. If MW2 had never existed, this game would definitely be worth the $60, but just as basically a map pack for MW2, it still has room to stand on it's own and is pretty enjoyable in my opinion.… Expand
  17. EggrollShop
    Nov 20, 2011
    5
    I picked up this game on launch day and ran through the campaign. Single player took about four and a half hours to finish which was somewhat disappointing. The game felt like a Micheal Bay film plenty of explosions and action. But like all Micheal Bay films it lacked a coherent story and if this is your first Modern Warfare Call of Duty game then you could care less about the characters.I picked up this game on launch day and ran through the campaign. Single player took about four and a half hours to finish which was somewhat disappointing. The game felt like a Micheal Bay film plenty of explosions and action. But like all Micheal Bay films it lacked a coherent story and if this is your first Modern Warfare Call of Duty game then you could care less about the characters. Only thing I'm content with about this game is that it is finally over. The series was wrapped up as sloppy as possible but at the very least the story was concluded. As for the multiplayer aspect of this game, on PC it is beyond horrendous. There are dedicated servers which is a step up from Modern Warfare 2 but they are unranked. Meaning that you can't level as you would a ranked matched game. So it takes out the whole point of playing on a dedicated server unless you want to get away from the hackers. Oh boy there are a lot of hackers in this game. 7 out of 10 games feature at least 3-4 hackers. Ranging from wall hacks to aim bots even rank hacks. How could someone prestige to the 10th tier if the game has been barely out a month? What's even more disappointing is the ranked matches are horrible done. If your host you most certainly get the jump on everyone and have the higher score at the end of the round. Assuming of course the match isn't filled with hackers.

    Overall this game is somewhat mediocre. No innovations and not even better graphics. Same engine and same gameplay. It is the last MW3 in the saga and thank goodness for that.    … Expand
  18. 5FDPfan22
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    I dont know why people are saying the graphics are "bad" just because they haven't "upgraded" their engine. If it ain't broke, dont fix it. The graphics are fine, the gameplay is fine, and its still fun. I bet half the people who posted bad reviews about this game haven't even played it. Its funny cause everyone praises Battlefield 3 when its not perfect either, I like both. But MW3 hasI dont know why people are saying the graphics are "bad" just because they haven't "upgraded" their engine. If it ain't broke, dont fix it. The graphics are fine, the gameplay is fine, and its still fun. I bet half the people who posted bad reviews about this game haven't even played it. Its funny cause everyone praises Battlefield 3 when its not perfect either, I like both. But MW3 has actually been following a story, unlike BF. So GO MW3!!!!!… Expand
  19. marqpas
    Nov 20, 2011
    7
    MW1 was great, MW 2 a bit less great, and MW3 a bit less great. Still a nice game if you've never played MW before. This is more of a nice expansion to MW2 really. Not worth the full game's price or title.
  20. champian1122
    Nov 20, 2011
    6
    Here is my new review of MW3. It is about the same thing as the other call of duties at first glance. Graphics and and audio are all the same with the core of the game centered around running and gunning. But only until i play quite a bit of the game did I realize why I used to love the others so much...it gets addicting and is overall fun.
  21. Beck
    Nov 20, 2011
    10
    I'm really enjoying this game, it's so much fun if you have friends to play with, the MP works really well on my PC and I do not have a very good PC for gaming so, hands down, it's great. The Spec Ops is awesome in two players, you can have soo much fun in Survival. What more can I say? Don't fall for what others are saying about the game, cause for some it works!
  22. aphex187
    Nov 20, 2011
    5
    This only gets a 5 because of the fairly decent OTT SP experience straight from the Michael Bay camp. MP which is what i normally play is a mash up of claustrophobic, tight corridor type maps. Gone are the open types like Overgrown, Afghan etc what we get is uninspiring to say the least!

    Black Op's and even MW2 annihilates this in every way possible! You can sense that the main players of    This only gets a 5 because of the fairly decent OTT SP experience straight from the Michael Bay camp. MP which is what i normally play is a mash up of claustrophobic, tight corridor type maps. Gone are the open types like Overgrown, Afghan etc what we get is uninspiring to say the least!

    Black Op's and even MW2 annihilates this in every way possible! You can sense that the main players of IW have long gone and what we are left is a slight whiff of turd in it's place!

    Oh and for PC: No dedi ranked servers, no adjustable FOV, straight console port.

    Oh and to IGN, have to say your allegiance to Activision is a downright disgrace! How much did they pay you?    … Expand
  23. Litho
    Nov 20, 2011
    7
    Nothing new but still fun, same game as MW1-2 so single player is fun but not going to change the world of gaming. Graphics looks slightly better than MW1-2 but is quite dated now (especially compared to BF3). Multiplayer is still as fun as ever - only real complaint (other than lack of ranked dedicated servers) is all maps have been shrunk so no need to use anything other than an smg.Nothing new but still fun, same game as MW1-2 so single player is fun but not going to change the world of gaming. Graphics looks slightly better than MW1-2 but is quite dated now (especially compared to BF3). Multiplayer is still as fun as ever - only real complaint (other than lack of ranked dedicated servers) is all maps have been shrunk so no need to use anything other than an smg. MW1-2 had a few more open maps which where annoying with snipers but did mix the gameplay up. So perfect if u like to run and gun/spray and pray all other game play is pretty useless now. Fun game but nothing new (which isn't bad, just means I'm less likely to come back to the series next time).… Expand
  24. StraightEdge
    Nov 20, 2011
    10
    Do not listen to the sad trolls and Battlefield 3 fanboys. None of them have actually played the game and seen how superior it is to the abomination called Battlefield 3.
  25. thejuggernaut94
    Nov 20, 2011
    7
    Singleplayer was nowhere near the standards of Black Ops, I'll give Treyarch that. However, the survival mode is a completely new experience, bar the copy and pasted textures from mw2 and cod4. Undoubtedly, everyone gets this game for the multiplayer, and to me they didn't do as great a job on the level design, but the balance has actually been better. Sometimes, you get the occasionalSingleplayer was nowhere near the standards of Black Ops, I'll give Treyarch that. However, the survival mode is a completely new experience, bar the copy and pasted textures from mw2 and cod4. Undoubtedly, everyone gets this game for the multiplayer, and to me they didn't do as great a job on the level design, but the balance has actually been better. Sometimes, you get the occasional cheap weapon that sprays you down and makes you rage for a good 5 minutes but that's not to say that the fun you get out of the game actually overpowers the anger. Who cares if the graphics are the same though, if it ain't broke don't fix it. Although many of you would like to see an improvement, I actually do not mind. In my personal opinion not having dedicated servers doesn't matter. The matchmaking system allows you to play with your friends in a party and find other players within your area providing you with usually consistent ping. I'm pretty sure alot of these reviews are coming from BF3 fanboys, so I wouldn't personally trust them...… Expand
  26. Kendogz
    Nov 20, 2011
    1
    Let me start by saying I absolutely love MW2, and adored COD4 even more. Modern Warfare 3 completely discontinues the series in terms of quality - the only difference in the multiplayer is that the maps are different (and much more constricted) and the guns have more higher pitched noises. Just like black ops, this is a game you fire up but don't enjoy. MW2 built on COD4 and even withoutLet me start by saying I absolutely love MW2, and adored COD4 even more. Modern Warfare 3 completely discontinues the series in terms of quality - the only difference in the multiplayer is that the maps are different (and much more constricted) and the guns have more higher pitched noises. Just like black ops, this is a game you fire up but don't enjoy. MW2 built on COD4 and even without dedicated servers, it was still ridiculously fun and challenging. Killstreaks don't make any sense in MW3 - you can die 10 times with minimal kills and still call in stealth bombers. If you're a sniper, forget it. The only reason I'm not still playing MW2 is because Black Ops and MW3 have killed it. If IW could at least re-release the old maps (without ridiculous DLC prices) I might start to enjoy the game.

    The bottom line is, MW3 is everything MW2 was, but every good aspect has been replaced with something worse. The loss of stopping power is frightfully irritating - a reminder of how tedious it is to kill others in Black Ops. If you like COD4 and MW2, you won't like this game. If you have never played Call of Duty, now is certainly not the time to start.    … Expand
  27. n3whous3
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    Let's start with the fact that I did not play with CoD before (just the FIRST part back in the early-mid 2000's) so this review will be a cod n00bs point of view
    - I am familiar with the system that ranking is dedicated ONLY to supervised servers. I totally don't know why are these flamers want it. Dedicated servers needs to be a place where clans are preparing for wars and championships    Let's start with the fact that I did not play with CoD before (just the FIRST part back in the early-mid 2000's) so this review will be a cod n00bs point of view
    - I am familiar with the system that ranking is dedicated ONLY to supervised servers. I totally don't know why are these flamers want it. Dedicated servers needs to be a place where clans are preparing for wars and championships or friends who want to challenge each other on a LAN party or somewhat. I'm currently thinking WHAT kind of purpose would be to rank up on a dedicated server... HM I GET IT NOW, SO YOU ALL **** WAREZ VERSION OWNERS CAN USE ALL FEATURES OF THE GAME. WELL, NO U DON'T
    - I saw that many of you wanted to have a custom POV angle setting, well that would be some feature for the hardcore games but I don't get it, if you are hardcore cod multi players, why do you want to have ranking on dedi. servers(to get back to the prev. question again). If I would be a hardcore cod clan multi-player then I would want all the available guns and features immediately to train for wars and well, the dedi. servers give you this choise... Just again a minor point to show you all metacritic people that the 0-10 point reviews all are bunch of **** and childish flame.
    - Graphics: no change from the previous version as I saw, but i am noob in this game so this is something new for me, i don't care. Hardcore multi-gamers should not aware this thing either...
    - Multiplayer - fairly lot of changes as I see after i read and heard things from friends and blogs about mw2. Fairly enough content, lots of stages and coop missions
    - Single: adrenalin pushing content, unluckily I am now in the middle of a story and I don't know some things back in the MW2 but who cares. The only thing which is bothering me and is confusing that the story is about lots of different soldiers, we are jumping between these places and to tell the truth I can't totally feel myself in the story in this way. And to point on the haters' POV, most of them just throwing here a "single is **** phrases, I think this is totally not enough review of the content ;-)
    - Sounds: thrilling

    My POV tells a 9 point of 10 for this game, but I would give a 7 if i would be a cod fan: 80% would be a fair point and I would minus down 10% for disappointment: content reusage is so high in this game that this is some kind of DLC of MW2 and not a new game    … Expand
  28. Travo
    Nov 20, 2011
    7
    This game, like the other Call of Duty games is a lot of fun and it is probably actually worthy of an 8.5-9 score. However for people who fork out money on these call of duty games each time they are released will see it differently because it is practically the same thing over and over. To someone who is new to call of duty they will love this game but for those who are familiar with theThis game, like the other Call of Duty games is a lot of fun and it is probably actually worthy of an 8.5-9 score. However for people who fork out money on these call of duty games each time they are released will see it differently because it is practically the same thing over and over. To someone who is new to call of duty they will love this game but for those who are familiar with the franchise will feel like they have been robbed and like myself will feel that they have purchased a glorified map pack or DLC. If the reviews and ratings of a game are an influence in some gamers decision to buy a game, and therefore the sales numbers will encourage developers to continue recycling their old games then i think its a bit of a 'slap in the face' to those who have supported the franchise.… Expand
  29. charlie412
    Nov 20, 2011
    3
    This is the best map pack yet for modern warfare 2, it comes with an all new campaign and spec ops missions and about 8 new multiplayer maps, yes they are all new and dont use any of the same layouts or buildings as call of duty 4 at all. The thing i like best about call of duty is how easy the multiplayer is, i just sit in a corner and fire until i run out of ammo, you have to buy thisThis is the best map pack yet for modern warfare 2, it comes with an all new campaign and spec ops missions and about 8 new multiplayer maps, yes they are all new and dont use any of the same layouts or buildings as call of duty 4 at all. The thing i like best about call of duty is how easy the multiplayer is, i just sit in a corner and fire until i run out of ammo, you have to buy this game to see its amazing visuals, probably the best ever visuals you will see on an IPAD ever, i dont get how they got this to work its amazing.… Expand
  30. darth3pio
    Nov 20, 2011
    7
    The game in and of it's self is solid, but there is still an apparent lack of innovation, the campaign as always, pretty epic, but the multiplayer really doesn't add anything new, if anything it takes features that were established in Black Ops, a currency based staggered unlock system meant you could unlock what ever you felt fit your play style straight away, rather than waiting for it.The game in and of it's self is solid, but there is still an apparent lack of innovation, the campaign as always, pretty epic, but the multiplayer really doesn't add anything new, if anything it takes features that were established in Black Ops, a currency based staggered unlock system meant you could unlock what ever you felt fit your play style straight away, rather than waiting for it. The PC release is rather sloppy, bugs plague it, we get stuck with IWnet if we want to earn those shiny unlocks, it's pretty poor. While these things can be added down the track, I'm not entirely sure it will happen if only because in 12 months time a new Call of Duty will hit store shelves and they will want us to fork out another $100 minus cost of DLC. If pricing wasn't so terrible in Australia I wouldn't complain, but I would like to get my moneys worth out of a game not feel ripped off.… Expand
  31. psyph3r
    Nov 20, 2011
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Firstly let me say i am extremely disappointed that this is the highest earning piece of entertainment in our civilization. This is like Justin Bieber and Twilight as they are to music and movies respectively.
    They throw crap at you and they still make a ton of money every year, the reasons for which are beyond my comprehension.
    I still remember playing the first Modern Warfare and being blown away by it. It was a breath of fresh air in the WW2 shooter infested era. That unfortunately was also the last FPS experience i have enjoyed.
    This game just goes on to show how much they have run out of ideas. The engine appears superbly dated and not worth running on a good rig, let alone warrant the full 60 dollar price. I am atleast glad they finished the story once and for all. A lot of ideas have been overused here , the slowmo breaching of countless rooms, following Capt.Price in stupid missions where the AI is so blind they'd walk over you and still not be able to spot you. Most of the missions here start off stealthily and end up becoming long and boring corridor sequences either in a street or a building. The layouts of the environment haven't changed much since the first game in the series and they have overused the idea of killing playable characters gradually over the sequels. The protagonist of the series spends more time on his deathbed in this title and it would have been nice to keep him alive as the series ended. I have to say this is the worst game in the series and the critic reviews just goes to show how you cannot trust these sites these days. How can this game get such a high score. But this series isn't meant for the SP experience and we are yet again given the same experience with micro tweaks and modes. Activision has suffered creatively since the core team left Infinity Ward to form Respawn entertainment and this clearly shows in the game. If you own a decent rig and like FPS, then the game to buy would be BF3 (even though it has its own set of issues). This is definitely a console FPS (yes they should call it this).
    The recoil in a weapon is barely present and the gameplay style is more lonewolf oriented. It is disturbing to see how low the series has gone over the past 2 games. Bottom line : Don't buy this so Activision can stop throwing the same crap at us year over year.
    Now that this game has been laid to rest , i am looking forward to some innovation from their side for the inevitable COD-9 slated for 2012 holiday season.    … Expand
  32. premium_sauce
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    I'm actually going to write a review against all negative critics.
    I have been playing COD franchise since COD1. I bought all COD but this time I thought it is time to switch to BF3. After watching both reviews on GT, BF3 scored 9.2 and MW3 scored 9.3. That little 0.1 made me change and I decided to buy MW3 instead. So why am I giving a 10/10 for MW3? Here is why:
    COD4 was a huge success    I'm actually going to write a review against all negative critics.
    I have been playing COD franchise since COD1. I bought all COD but this time I thought it is time to switch to BF3. After watching both reviews on GT, BF3 scored 9.2 and MW3 scored 9.3. That little 0.1 made me change and I decided to buy MW3 instead. So why am I giving a 10/10 for MW3? Here is why:

    COD4 was a huge success and I have to say it was really my first FPS I got addicted with and played COD4 for 1500 hours. COD4 was great and finally a GOOD welcoming change after CSS, Quake, Wolfenstein and TF engines. I remember though at that time people wanted to go back to WW2 style. So Treyarch decided to make WaW which ended up to be a pure disaster. Finally MW2 came out! Although it was a great game, lack of dedicated servers on PC did not make me want to play MW2 a lot. Therefore Treyarch then decided to release BLACK OP re-installing previous dedicated servers.

    I have to disagree with 85% of negative critics posted here. It is true that MW3 resembles a lot to MW2 but who cares? seriously? I know the franchise has been releasing a game every year? Get it over it lol again who cares? If they want to make money let them be! MW3 is, to me, an awesome game. I started it and I got addicted instantly. MW3 combines all previous years of experience this franchise has gained from COD4, WaW, MW2 and BLACK OP. Guns are really good, I haven't tried all of them yet - but so far rifles are well balanced. SMGs are SMGs. Melee got nerfed slightly to make it more realistic and finally many perks have been reviewed, changed and unlike in BLACK OP, akimbos are now only secondary guns. I am relieved to not see P90 akimbos anymore.

    As you would expect, MW3 maps are truly well designed. Although there are a lot of openings - you can't really "own" a map as MW3 is based on fast-pace style. It is good (gives new players the opportunity to kill and respawn is almost instant) and bad (for veteran players, it can be sometimes very frustrating - veterans can be killed from any corners)

    I am also very happy that Infinity Ward has introduced a whole new system in MP that allows you to level up a gun. I also enjoy new perks that can make you invisible to Air Support/Choppers.

    Finally, perhaps it is only me but I feel like MW3 really learnt from MW2 mistakes and Auto matchmaking on MW3 is fairly solid. The engine is really consistent.

    New modes such as Survival and Co op mission are really great! See I never really liked Co op mission. But MW3 made me change my opinion! Also if you are a "zombie-fan-kid" like I was in BLACK OP, you will love the survival mode Infinity Ward has introduced in MW3.

    In addition to people's critics:
    1. No real innovation? I don't think so, I think there is when it comes down to perks, guns etc. Although it is minimal it doesn't really bother me like most raging kids.
    2. Another cash? LOL so what? seriously who cares?
    3. Bored of Campaign? At first I was very excited about MW3 SP, but the more you play the more bored you get. Why? Because you try to finish the game in 7 days. I'm pretty sure if you space out your gameplay you won't find Campaign as boring as most people think. It took me 8hrs to finish Campaign on Veteran mode.
    4. MP is exactly the same as in MW2? Yea pretty much and I'm happy about it. BLACK OP wasn't much for me. Im more an Infinity Ward fan.    … Expand
  33. OmnipotentPrime
    Nov 19, 2011
    7
    As most Launch titles are these days they always require a bit of patching. A lot of the Imbalance in MW2 was eliminated by Nerfing and Removing certain elements, but compensated by the extra perks, point streaks and Unorthodox Maps. Gameplay still retains it's tradition with a few new extras.
    Love the idea with having Both Matchmaking and Dedicated Servers but disappointed on not being    As most Launch titles are these days they always require a bit of patching. A lot of the Imbalance in MW2 was eliminated by Nerfing and Removing certain elements, but compensated by the extra perks, point streaks and Unorthodox Maps. Gameplay still retains it's tradition with a few new extras.
    Love the idea with having Both Matchmaking and Dedicated Servers but disappointed on not being able to use console commands.

    In my Opinion Activision Should Follow the Paths of Blizzard and Valve Alike, Make only a few games and patch them on a regular basis. But when Money is involved i dnt think thats going to happen Overall An Ok game at that, might wait till it's ben patched a bit better.    … Expand
  34. PeaceAndLove
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    Wow everyone is hating on this game for being similar to Modern Warfare 2.. They managed to implement an entirely new killstreak system which is absolutely genius the way it works. Leveling up guns is a fantastic idea as well. The level of customization and artistic potential of the new system is massive compared to past call of duty games. People complaining are either BF3 Fanboys or justWow everyone is hating on this game for being similar to Modern Warfare 2.. They managed to implement an entirely new killstreak system which is absolutely genius the way it works. Leveling up guns is a fantastic idea as well. The level of customization and artistic potential of the new system is massive compared to past call of duty games. People complaining are either BF3 Fanboys or just plain stupid, look at the title... It's the next in a SERIES of MODERN WARFARE games. Yes they will have similarities THEY ARE IN THE SAME TRILOGY. It makes you seem dumb when you complain about similarities in games with the same name, just saying. It is much more than an expansion and the graphics are much better, maybe your computer is just outdated because it looks fantastic on mine. Modern Warfare 3 is the best call of duty so far and I highly recommend buying it if you enjoyed MW1 and MW2. Don't let the haters make the decision for you.… Expand
  35. seufreud
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    this low score is due to the idiots who can not enjoy a good game rather than get involved with the game, they are more concerned with minimum graphics detail.
  36. CloroxMr
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    If anyone expected this game to be differant they obviously didn't realize that business is ran a certain way. MW3 is obviously a continuation - And I Love It

    They continued the single player story perfectly with all the favorite characters.
    I won't say this game is perfect - It's got alot of the same stupid bugs as the last games. BUT IT IS GREAT FUN TO PLAY!
  37. granny
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    I bought license for MW2, Black Ops and finally MW3 so far.. and the biggest disappointment is... Black Ops. Because of the poor optimisation for Win 7 (as far as i read). MW3 thought brought things up for the series, as far as I'm concerned, being everything that MW2 was to me and more. No DirectX 11, no completely new things? That's allright, I'm not necessary looking for testing on myI bought license for MW2, Black Ops and finally MW3 so far.. and the biggest disappointment is... Black Ops. Because of the poor optimisation for Win 7 (as far as i read). MW3 thought brought things up for the series, as far as I'm concerned, being everything that MW2 was to me and more. No DirectX 11, no completely new things? That's allright, I'm not necessary looking for testing on my own money, and don't like giving up on framerates for new titles that reach new tech standards. With my E8400 and GTX460 this game is a peach. The only minus I see is lack of servers in my region for a good ping and maybe the price.… Expand
  38. Oldman678
    Nov 19, 2011
    8
    Looked at alot of the reviews and that had a 0 and makes me wonder if they really played. Looks HINKY. The only 2 games alot of them reviewed were MW3 and BF3. They gave a 0 to MW3 and a 10 to BF3. And they typed the same review abd score on the first day for not only PC game, but also PS3 and XBOX. Makes you go hmmm, doesn't it??

    Anyways, the Sp portion of the game is in no way, shape    Looked at alot of the reviews and that had a 0 and makes me wonder if they really played. Looks HINKY. The only 2 games alot of them reviewed were MW3 and BF3. They gave a 0 to MW3 and a 10 to BF3. And they typed the same review abd score on the first day for not only PC game, but also PS3 and XBOX. Makes you go hmmm, doesn't it??

    Anyways, the Sp portion of the game is in no way, shape or form boring. It is as exciting as ever and thety did alot of very cool things, like the under water part of getting on the sub and the level with the sand storm coming in. Took me a little longer to beat this one than the last one. Loved it. Graphically, very good as always. Not stellar but very good. You also have Special OPS which gives you many more hours of intense action and fun. As for the MP, they made some nice changes which I really liked and some things I don't like which is why it doesn't get a 10 or even a 9 from me. I have had no lag problems, but on PC, we only get to play 12 guys per map. That is just stupid. And the maps are so small that when you drop in a pkg, 1/3 of the time its is stolen. Also, every time the host leaves, you have to wait till they find another one. And deaths count against you if you get tk'd. Thought the MP was gonna improve after the improvents on Black-OPS, but guess not. Overall, a good game, but not perfect.    … Expand
  39. xRoosterx
    Nov 19, 2011
    9
    Solid gameplay, good replayability, but nothing new here. MW3 offers a spec ops option that you can play alone or with a friend so it is really three games in one. PC version already has hacks, so if you are big into multiplayer, expect to have deal with it.
  40. tomwedgbury
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    Great game, just being hated on at the moment because of self-proclaimed elitist Battlefield 3 fans. People say that this Call of Duty is the same as the others, but because of the massive success of the others, the developers would be foolish to change anything significantly!

    Activision set the bar high with previous titles, and I think it's fair to sat that in terms of game-play they    Great game, just being hated on at the moment because of self-proclaimed elitist Battlefield 3 fans. People say that this Call of Duty is the same as the others, but because of the massive success of the others, the developers would be foolish to change anything significantly!

    Activision set the bar high with previous titles, and I think it's fair to sat that in terms of game-play they are way ahead of other games in the market.    … Expand
  41. 90Bibbi
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    Decent game, lots of fun with friends. Graphics need work though. But still a fun game in its own right. To each his own. Nothing wrong with a linear campaign as long as it gets the story out
  42. Fleeim
    Nov 19, 2011
    9
    I really don't understand this hating towards COD series. I've played since MW2 and I really enjoy this. It really has very great multiplayer FPS experience. I also tried BF3, enjoyed that but it's not as good from perspective of regular FPS game.
  43. gardengnomeOO7
    Nov 19, 2011
    0
    Ok, I was fine leaving this game alone for a while, but they pushed it too far now. Is it a horrible pc port with non-adjustable FOV? Yes. Does it have worse graphics that MW1? Yes. Does it have ranked dedicated servers? No. Is it MW1 with a little MW2 and Black Ops mixed ( mainly the bad parts ) in with worse pc support? Yes. If you got your hopes up that they learned that people like toOk, I was fine leaving this game alone for a while, but they pushed it too far now. Is it a horrible pc port with non-adjustable FOV? Yes. Does it have worse graphics that MW1? Yes. Does it have ranked dedicated servers? No. Is it MW1 with a little MW2 and Black Ops mixed ( mainly the bad parts ) in with worse pc support? Yes. If you got your hopes up that they learned that people like to be able to go outside the invisible walls and actually explore don't think they learned that. and to make everything worse which took away the 1,2, or 3 I was going to give it if I had a really good day and was feeling generous was that Sledgehammer Gamesâ… Expand
  44. Leaf4Prez
    Nov 18, 2011
    3
    I came here because of the Twitter post. I tried to find everything I possibly could to make my rating higher. I am an avid CoD player, starting back on CoD2 on PC which pretty much built CoD into what it is today. Recently though with my age as well I have stop playing this game more and more... I am no fanboy of any franchise, I play what I like. I don't mind rehashed games, because II came here because of the Twitter post. I tried to find everything I possibly could to make my rating higher. I am an avid CoD player, starting back on CoD2 on PC which pretty much built CoD into what it is today. Recently though with my age as well I have stop playing this game more and more... I am no fanboy of any franchise, I play what I like. I don't mind rehashed games, because I felt the MW2 engine was almost perfect. It was fast-paced, easy to learn, but hard to execute correctly without extensive amounts of practice. I got a story line, a dozen new maps, new guns, old guns reworked, and more ideas. So as far as the 60 dollars go, if you like FPS its worth it; even though you can get more bang for you buck picking up BF3 or even Skyrim( B&A ADS OP). I voted this a 3 because as a PC user this expansion was another insult to me. The PC community does not care about rules especially when it comes to Matchmaking systems. We were grown using DOS Commands and having choices on what we played. In today we are forced to load up through 3rd party programs, which are easier to "hack" than the game itself. Cons: - No Dedicated Servers (we understand you want to "revolutionize the game industry" but, sometimes things are better to improve and not revolutionize. - No Lean Again... Please stop with PC Ports, it takes a whole what? 3 minutes to toss in code to allow lean. Patch the bugs later on when u find them. I know people personally who didn't buy MW2 because of lean.

    - Lack of Security... You allow dedicated servers to be controlled, listen... if people want to do something they will find away. Especially since MW3 didn't get Elite there is no reason to stop people from getting ranks on this new dedicated server, at least so the people who actually want to level up with integrity don't have to deal with auto-aim, walls, or mods in "match made" servers.

    - Maps, for real? The maps are way too controlled. Look at Cod4 maps, and compare them to the completely random, and complicated maps in mw3. There are too many walls, not enough openness, the places that are closed the routes are completely construed by impassable objects (I seriously can't get on top of this taxi that is 1/2 into the ground?), and every route has a completely safe camping corner. In Cod4 Maps most camping spots had at least 180 degree hazard zone, where you could get hit from behind or the side by looking in one direction. Pros -
    You kept the same engine. Thank you. Etc. -
    FPS games should not have extra monitor capability. There is no reason to have a FOV that covers 3 monitors, so you get extra advantages over other players. Especially when you can't edit the FOV settings. There is no reason to get third party fixes to a game setting that shouldn't of been in the game in the first place. Overall, it isn't the graphics, the weapons, the engine, or the storyline(honestly though, I've seen better in choose your adventure books), its the large things PC users(where most of these ratings come from) want into their game not a ported PC game.    … Expand
  45. wardriver
    Nov 18, 2011
    0
    I feel robbed, honestly I am never going to buy another Infinity Ward game in my life, this game is so incomplete, so buggy, the campaign is so short that it feels like a dlc for mw2, the graphics are fine, I don't really care about graphics... if at least it had a good enough story I could forgive it, the story is decent but far too short, in other words this game isn't worth theI feel robbed, honestly I am never going to buy another Infinity Ward game in my life, this game is so incomplete, so buggy, the campaign is so short that it feels like a dlc for mw2, the graphics are fine, I don't really care about graphics... if at least it had a good enough story I could forgive it, the story is decent but far too short, in other words this game isn't worth the money!!!! don't get robbed like I did. All my friends call this game MW3 beta, and I get a feeling that is just what it is.… Expand
  46. jstevenson72
    Nov 18, 2011
    9
    Owning all of the CoD series and the Battlefield 2 / 3 games, I was very eager to play this latest rendition of the Modern Warfare game.

    I love the game, more so than BF2. And more then Black Ops and MW2. Here is a summary of the Pros / Cons of the game: PROS: - Movement is smooth and works well on my existing NVidia 450GTS hardware on MAX graphics. - The additional Game Modes and    Owning all of the CoD series and the Battlefield 2 / 3 games, I was very eager to play this latest rendition of the Modern Warfare game.

    I love the game, more so than BF2. And more then Black Ops and MW2.

    Here is a summary of the Pros / Cons of the game:

    PROS: - Movement is smooth and works well on my existing NVidia 450GTS hardware on MAX graphics. - The additional Game Modes and UI Improvements were sorely needed, and these improvements address many of the issues I had with the older series. - Being able to vote on the next map is nice, although I wish it were among 3 or 4 map choices. - The addition of info on the Lobby screen showing you your challenges at a glance is sweet. - I like the large number of maps included, and most of them play really well. - Dedicated Servers are great, but they need to be ranked. In late 2011, I expect not to have to restart or quit a game because one of the players happens to be the host and is causing the whole game to Lag.

    CONS: - Dedicated Servers are un ranked, so no leveling up on a stable server. - When setting up a Private Match, it appears as though there is no way to disable the respawn delay. - The graphics should have been better. - You should be able to join a Party, even after the Party Leader is in a Lobby. - Parties should allow the leader to decide if Party Members are on the same team or not, on the fly. That way you can switch off between matches to kill your friends or not.

    Overall the game is great, and plays much smoother than BF3. Although to be fare, I like the faster pace of MW3 over the BF3 experience, always have.    … Expand
  47. Cumtastic
    Nov 18, 2011
    9
    Hmmm, i always wondered why mw3 sold over 6.5 million just with pre-orders and i believe its over 9 million now in sales, just to have people hate it. I mean, 2.0 at the time I did this review... LoL. Well, what do u expect? If you like MW1 and MW2 you will like MW3. Just like if u loved BF2, and BFBC2, you will love BF3. Graphics are better than most games but not as good as crysis orHmmm, i always wondered why mw3 sold over 6.5 million just with pre-orders and i believe its over 9 million now in sales, just to have people hate it. I mean, 2.0 at the time I did this review... LoL. Well, what do u expect? If you like MW1 and MW2 you will like MW3. Just like if u loved BF2, and BFBC2, you will love BF3. Graphics are better than most games but not as good as crysis or bf2, gameplay is twitch happy with not much camping for once. Story is...well... exciting at the very least and overall its a GOOD game. Now all the people that are ranting about oh, bf3 is sooo much more innovative and crap, they should compare bf3 to bfbc2 and not bf2 because bfbc2 came out when mw2 came out so i dont get why people are comparing mw3 to mw2 and not bf3 to bfbc2....

    Anyways, I am going to give it a 9 cause its not so camp happy as bf3. Oh and 5 points for not launching via web browser. How lazy can EA/DICE be? lol    … Expand
  48. Voss
    Nov 18, 2011
    1
    MW3 is a carbon copy of MW2, there are a good chunk of textures reused and even the dialogue box from crashes reads, "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has encountered a problem". It's almost sickening how these games sell so much beings that they are a goddamn rehash pumped out as fast as possible. The gameplay itself leaves little to imagination, or even fun for that matter. You are justMW3 is a carbon copy of MW2, there are a good chunk of textures reused and even the dialogue box from crashes reads, "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has encountered a problem". It's almost sickening how these games sell so much beings that they are a goddamn rehash pumped out as fast as possible. The gameplay itself leaves little to imagination, or even fun for that matter. You are just tossed into a bland map and are forced to sprint around and shoot whatever moves. It's so goddamn easy to kill someone you might as well have a map that is just a box and you instantly respawn with infinite ammo and spray. Not to mention that this was released for 60 bucks on day one, have fun paying that and then waiting for your 15 dollar DLC with like what, 5 maps? For shame.… Expand
  49. Nsan1ty
    Nov 18, 2011
    3
    Modern Warfare 2.1. It doesn't bring much new goodies to the table other than a campaign and new spec ops. Add in Survival and you have what's new in this game and what's worth getting it for. The campaign itself is somewhat entertaining, but too short. Spec Ops missions are enjoyable and the survival mode is a decent time killer.

    Multiplayer? The game still feels like a console port. The    Modern Warfare 2.1. It doesn't bring much new goodies to the table other than a campaign and new spec ops. Add in Survival and you have what's new in this game and what's worth getting it for. The campaign itself is somewhat entertaining, but too short. Spec Ops missions are enjoyable and the survival mode is a decent time killer.

    Multiplayer? The game still feels like a console port. The lack of lean removes a feature that was much needed, the game speed was reduced as well as the jump just to make sure the casual gamer gets a chance against the hardcore gamers and a direct reply to the complain of casual players claiming "bunny hopping" was overpowered. P2P seems actually worse than in MW2 because they introduced some sort of anti-lag feature to take away the advantage of the host by giving them the same ping as the next lowest ping on the server. Also, you can be in North America, Europe, South America, Asia, Australia... you'll get people that aren't near you in your game and the hosting will not be computer spec dependant, but instead it will be based on the average pings.

    Field of View being locked along with max FPS and custom binds. Gone are the days of tweaking your config to match your PC and get the best FPS possible if you cared for that. You're stuck with basic settings with maxed FPS that isn't even syncable with your 120hz monitor if you have one. You also cannot bind a key to say something such as "Sorry for the team kill." or "Planting B! Cover!". Attempting to change any of those settings deemed "unfair" by IW will guarantee a reset of your config. Making it read only won't help either as the game will load a "factory" default config of those settings you tried to change.

    When it comes to actual gameplay, the game is OK at best. Being a Search and Destroy player, you'll notice that maps are so small that there isn't any reason to play that gametype minus for a few maps that could actually work out with the gametype. Kill Confirmed is nice and "new" but it stops there. A new gametype isn't gonna make the game worth 60 bucks.

    Too long, didn't read? Here's the general thoughts:

    No Dedicated servers for Ranked gaming.
    Locked config. (FoV, FPS, Binds, Lagometer, FPS Counter, etc.)
    No sound options which makes it hard to be able to adjust the volume correctly.
    Tiny Maps, some slightly larger that can allow for Search and Destroy play.
    Fun Campaign and Spec Ops. Decent new gametype for Multiplayer.
    Modern Warfare 2.1
    Gameplay modified to give a chance to casual gamers.
    P2P ranked games worse than MW2.    … Expand
  50. buttonmasher
    Nov 18, 2011
    10
    mw3 is really similar to previous call of duty games, but the multiplayer is really addictive. if the developers changed it too much it wouldn't feel right, cod is easy to play for the very reason that each time a new version comes out, there is very little new to learn. There's a new call of duty each year and all you really need is a little variety with new maps, guns and perks. If itmw3 is really similar to previous call of duty games, but the multiplayer is really addictive. if the developers changed it too much it wouldn't feel right, cod is easy to play for the very reason that each time a new version comes out, there is very little new to learn. There's a new call of duty each year and all you really need is a little variety with new maps, guns and perks. If it isn't broken, why change it? These game developers work really hard to make these games fun, exciting and accessible for new and experienced gamers, I think they deserve a little praise for their efforts. Bashing a game on the internet is quite a popular pastime for some internet users, the same criticism happened with the pc version of modern warfare 2, and the pc version of black ops was also berated. The people who actually gave mw3 bad reviews are probably playing it hours every day anyway, they just won't admit it. matchmaking on pc mw3 is a welcome relief from all the rules and regulations of dedicated servers, crouch only, no claymores, no aug, no grenade launchers, only the one map that keeps repeating, etc. why not get a life and let me play the game as the developer intended. looking forward to mw4.… Expand
  51. arlperez94
    Nov 18, 2011
    8
    CoD MW3 es un buen juego y muy entretenido pero despues de 4 años sigue siendo igual que su gran antecesor: CoD 4. Es un copia y pega de sus anteriores entregas...
  52. Murph93
    Nov 18, 2011
    5
    Well, in contrast to other people reviewing this game, I can actually say I enjoyed it.
    Likes: Campaign and Storyline, New Items/weapons, Decent Graphics, Minimal Loadtime, Fast-paced, Addicting
    Dislikes: Online play is glitchy, hacks rampant, can't team switch, Similarity to predecessors, Campaign is short (10 hours), Repetitive, Small Maps, Sniper Rifle is useless except for quickscoping    Well, in contrast to other people reviewing this game, I can actually say I enjoyed it.
    Likes: Campaign and Storyline, New Items/weapons, Decent Graphics, Minimal Loadtime, Fast-paced, Addicting
    Dislikes: Online play is glitchy, hacks rampant, can't team switch, Similarity to predecessors, Campaign is short (10 hours), Repetitive, Small Maps, Sniper Rifle is useless except for quickscoping and Killstreak Rewards play too much of a factor in play
    I have to give this game a 5 out of 10, but in all honesty that's being a bit generous. The online is okay, but the Campaign was the best part and it wasn't worth the $60 I paid for the game.    … Expand
  53. Gonzallez
    Nov 18, 2011
    10
    This game is just great. The beginning was a little suffer, and i was bored thinking it was such a big mistake to have bought it, but no. After some missions the game just shows himself and it was amazing. The graphics are fully optimized and are delightful for the eyes, the scenarios are very creatives and everything its well done, but don't expect for an BF3. The story its not the bestThis game is just great. The beginning was a little suffer, and i was bored thinking it was such a big mistake to have bought it, but no. After some missions the game just shows himself and it was amazing. The graphics are fully optimized and are delightful for the eyes, the scenarios are very creatives and everything its well done, but don't expect for an BF3. The story its not the best one you will find, or maybe it is for a shooter, but it accomplishes its mission. The multi its very funny and fast. Its a must have, you should buy it if you like MW2, the Cod series, or just a good shooter. I agree that Activision should change the engine and stuff, but i don't agree with all these underrated reviews. I would give him a 8,5 but i rate him a 10 because all those underrated reviews. Sorry for my english.… Expand
  54. Valfader
    Nov 18, 2011
    1
    I don't think this game deserves any good reviews at all. It's quite simple; they are trying to sell you a game engine from 2007 (which was launched with CoD4) all over again. They haven't done anything about the textures, the game is locked at 55 FOV which makes people literally SICK when playing, the same hacks from MW2 works on MW3 from day 1 as well. On top of that the PC won't beI don't think this game deserves any good reviews at all. It's quite simple; they are trying to sell you a game engine from 2007 (which was launched with CoD4) all over again. They haven't done anything about the textures, the game is locked at 55 FOV which makes people literally SICK when playing, the same hacks from MW2 works on MW3 from day 1 as well. On top of that the PC won't be getting the CoD Elite as promised. Just another proof that they do not give two **** about the PC community which helped them get to where they are. As a plus I'll add that I haven't experienced any game crashes yet, which is always a plus. But if you are spending money on a single video game this year - don't make this one a mistake you'll regret.… Expand
  55. Hemi
    Nov 18, 2011
    7
    This game is exactly what I expected it to be. Not ground breaking but still a solid COD title. As far as initial releases go, there have been few problems. The lobby system has been moderately improved in that your entire party leaves lobbies/games together when initiated by the lobby leader. Unfortunately the hackers were present within 48 hours of release. Hopefully Valve will do aThis game is exactly what I expected it to be. Not ground breaking but still a solid COD title. As far as initial releases go, there have been few problems. The lobby system has been moderately improved in that your entire party leaves lobbies/games together when initiated by the lobby leader. Unfortunately the hackers were present within 48 hours of release. Hopefully Valve will do a better job of providing a cheat free environment than they did with MW2. The single player campaign is exactly what you'd expect, albeit kind of short. But since I'm a 98% MP player I feel I'll ge my $60.00 worth out of this game, whether or not I'll turn it into a $90 game via DLC as I did with MW2 is currently undecided, but I doubt I will.… Expand
  56. tastypotato
    Nov 17, 2011
    0
    This game pretty much was a re-release of MW2 except with a couple tiny improvements.

    The new things in the game could have been covered in a patch or some DLC, most certainly didn't warrant an entire new $60 game.
  57. InfiniteCake
    Nov 17, 2011
    4
    Okay, first off, I don't hate Call of Duty. In fact, I really like the CoD series games. The gameplay mechanics, guns, single player, and multiplayer, practically everything. In MW3, the single player campaign is pretty alright. Spec Ops is fun to play for a while. The multiplayer in MW3 is, to say the least, TERRIBLE. I'm not sure about console versions, but on the PC, the game isOkay, first off, I don't hate Call of Duty. In fact, I really like the CoD series games. The gameplay mechanics, guns, single player, and multiplayer, practically everything. In MW3, the single player campaign is pretty alright. Spec Ops is fun to play for a while. The multiplayer in MW3 is, to say the least, TERRIBLE. I'm not sure about console versions, but on the PC, the game is generally UNPLAYABLE. Lag is so abundant that the game is NO fun to play multiplayer. That goes for multiplayer Spec Ops as well. This game would get at least an 8 from me if Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer got their acts together and fixed the multiplayer.… Expand
  58. DarkZeri
    Nov 17, 2011
    9
    To all of you people who keeps comparing BF3 to MW3 its like comparing a dog and a cat. Both are mammals but are different species. You guys are blind sided by your fanboyness going Origin *Check* and **** .Obviously you don't know Origin is a spyware do you? I played BF3 and now i played MW3. BF3 had more bs in the game then MW3 so far sure BF3 is fun but when you usually have **** teamsTo all of you people who keeps comparing BF3 to MW3 its like comparing a dog and a cat. Both are mammals but are different species. You guys are blind sided by your fanboyness going Origin *Check* and **** .Obviously you don't know Origin is a spyware do you? I played BF3 and now i played MW3. BF3 had more bs in the game then MW3 so far sure BF3 is fun but when you usually have **** teams 24/7 its not fun at all. MW3 on the other hand had a better campaign then BF3. Spec-Ops and Survival were actually pretty nice compared to BF3s half baked Co-Op mode. Multiplayer on both seems eh MW3 became somewhere you cant neccesarily camp and you have to keep on moving while BF3 its camp X amount of miles away. imo When all you guys do is bring down a game because its a series etc First of all did you even buy it? Did you play a legitimate version? I highly doubt you did if you reviewed it as 0.
    CoD may be a cash cow but hey isn't all games meant to be Cash Cows? You are trying to make people buy the game. People your thoughts are too linear on rating this.

    All I can say is MW3 is better then BF3 on some aspects but loses some aspects compared to MW3.

    Also to all you haters whos purposely voting it down you should find something better to do.

    People who said BF3 is worth the 60 I think its worth 30$ which is what I paid for it since after you hit Colonel (Rank 45) You basically have the same symbol and theres no more unlocks soo yeah boring.

    What BF3 lacks most is continuation after you max everything youd go what now?
    While MW3s system lets you keep on going longer then BF3 albeit not that long but hey its still something prestiging and what not.

    Also to all you BF3 fans this review is clearly what BF3 is:
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fOxG1UbUHUU

    Either way have fun reading/watching.    … Expand
  59. ghentkatarn
    Nov 17, 2011
    5
    A quote from the game iteself. "Same s**t,different day." . Everything is same. Graphics,effects,the things that you do.. Even the stunts,bullet times,actions are the same.. Nothing innovative,just played to end up the story. Story is good but not fan of the enviroments.. I miss the old COD's..
  60. Ochadd
    Nov 17, 2011
    3
    Multiplayer feels very arcade like. Strategy takes a back seat to being twitch based. Too often are groups shot in the back because someone spawned an an area cleared 10 seconds before. If you like to test your twitch and always be surrounded than it would be excellent for you. If you have played COD4 Modern Warefare, Black Ops, or Modern Warefare 2 then MP will feel much like a closeMultiplayer feels very arcade like. Strategy takes a back seat to being twitch based. Too often are groups shot in the back because someone spawned an an area cleared 10 seconds before. If you like to test your twitch and always be surrounded than it would be excellent for you. If you have played COD4 Modern Warefare, Black Ops, or Modern Warefare 2 then MP will feel much like a close quarters map pack.

    The single player campaign plays like a movie with the novelty of interaction. You do play it but it's predictable, infinitely spawning enemies, and set triggers.    … Expand
  61. HardcoreC4
    Nov 17, 2011
    10
    Let's be honest, it is a great game. Anyone who has given this game a low score has not truly experienced all the game has to offer. Sure the single player is a bit short and hard to follow, but the investment for multi-player and spec ops is second to none. The multi-player is the best I have seen in a Call of Duty game, the perks are not too overpowered, there is good gun balance, theLet's be honest, it is a great game. Anyone who has given this game a low score has not truly experienced all the game has to offer. Sure the single player is a bit short and hard to follow, but the investment for multi-player and spec ops is second to none. The multi-player is the best I have seen in a Call of Duty game, the perks are not too overpowered, there is good gun balance, the new strike packages are amazing. The new support strike package gives a novice player the opportunity to experience kill streaks and contribute to the team. While assault is still the good old kill streaks, and specialist gives you the opportunity to earn perks that make you a killing machine. Oh and spec ops, wow! One of my favorite features of the new game with missions and the all new survival mode which has its own ranking system complete with its own set of unlocks along the way. The PC version is very good. Runs buttery smooth on my machine and also has support for dedicated servers once the option is selected from the main screen. There are a lot of more options on the PC version vs. the console, with dedicated server support you get game types like gun game, in addition the dedicated server support encourages competitive clean play and bans cheaters and hackers. If one is debating on whether to purchase the game, then wonder no more, buy it, don't miss out on the culmination of the Call of Duty experience. Don't listen to the haters, it really is a great game. Any good competitive PC gamer would love this game, take it from me, I have played it. It is an experience all its own.… Expand
  62. EMOticon
    Nov 17, 2011
    3
    The single player is lack luster. It did not feel as if i saved the world from any catastrophic event, and seemed that there were endless waves of enemies until i pushed up to the next check point. The multi-player is exactly the same as MW2 with the addition of dedicated servers that are UN-RANKED, which is not what the PC community asked for. Sorry Glen Schofield, this is an honestThe single player is lack luster. It did not feel as if i saved the world from any catastrophic event, and seemed that there were endless waves of enemies until i pushed up to the next check point. The multi-player is exactly the same as MW2 with the addition of dedicated servers that are UN-RANKED, which is not what the PC community asked for. Sorry Glen Schofield, this is an honest review from a long time CoD player and you need to find a way to fix this rather than begging for better reviews.… Expand
  63. Jenial
    Nov 17, 2011
    5
    This game is the joke of 2011. I did not want to be a fanboy of either MW3 or BF3, so I have purchased them both to give them a change. I will not compare this game more then I do right now, but MW3 is a total joke compared to BF3. Horrible graphics dated 2005? check. Sound engine dates 2001? check. Camping support? check. Lame maps? Check. Hack support? Double check. No invention at allThis game is the joke of 2011. I did not want to be a fanboy of either MW3 or BF3, so I have purchased them both to give them a change. I will not compare this game more then I do right now, but MW3 is a total joke compared to BF3. Horrible graphics dated 2005? check. Sound engine dates 2001? check. Camping support? check. Lame maps? Check. Hack support? Double check. No invention at all since MW3? Triple check.
    It's good Activision did make their game compareble to Modern Warfare 2, which was a pretty fun game, but it's not acceptable they make such little changes to their follow up. I can keep ranting, but I think the UserScore says enough.
    There ARE a few GOOD changes though. The killstreaks are nerfed compareble to Black Ops, and the Noobtube has been nerfed so badly it almost became useless. I will conclcude that the game is a piece of garbage compared to AAA+ games such as Skyrim and BF3. Leave it in the stores untill it's on sale for only â    … Expand
  64. o0Luffy0o
    Nov 17, 2011
    10
    Its a very good game
    They enhance perks for multiplayer and kept the gameplay and I LIKE IT.
    I saw a lot of comparison with BF3 and its not the same game
    BF3 is only beautiful and i dont like the gameplay but i prefer arcade game like MW3
    Keep this way Infinity Wards
    MW3 is VERY GOOD
  65. spifli
    Nov 17, 2011
    4
    As a pc user I feel completely neglected. It is quite clear that activision does not care about pc users and that the game is purely made for consoles.(BAD graphics, BAD sound effects, loading screens and menu's that look like a 3year old made, they could of just copied mw2 menu's and it would of looked 10x as good, and no PC version of COD Elite (not that I would of payed for somethingAs a pc user I feel completely neglected. It is quite clear that activision does not care about pc users and that the game is purely made for consoles.(BAD graphics, BAD sound effects, loading screens and menu's that look like a 3year old made, they could of just copied mw2 menu's and it would of looked 10x as good, and no PC version of COD Elite (not that I would of payed for something that SHOULD BE FREE).
    My score of 4 goes to the singleplayer which, neglecting the bad graphics, was very entertaining and had a nice atmosphere due to awesome effects, music and action.    … Expand
  66. Heatednemz
    Nov 16, 2011
    5
    Call of duty is a franchise that has always been close to my heart. And within the franchise I have always enjoyed the infinity ward games, modern warfare was fresh, fun and overall a new experience given the many world war themed games we were used to playing. The multiplayer was quick paced and competitive. Then came along modern warfare 2 which used the formula of the first game , butCall of duty is a franchise that has always been close to my heart. And within the franchise I have always enjoyed the infinity ward games, modern warfare was fresh, fun and overall a new experience given the many world war themed games we were used to playing. The multiplayer was quick paced and competitive. Then came along modern warfare 2 which used the formula of the first game , but made it better, the story was gripping and the developers used the engine to its potential by making a creative campaign gameplay be it climbing cliffs, driving snowmobiles of them, or throwing knives. The game did extremely well because it was a worthy sequel to a great game. When modern warfare 3 was announced I was thinking what would they do next? To be honest, they didn't do anything new, same engine, same characters , aging physics and predictable plot. The story continues where mw2 left off and the makers did a good job of making the campaign exciting. But like many have pointed out, it feels like a dlc. Missing were the creative mode of gameplay, it left me with a stale feeling considering the trailer looked so good. But all the epic parts of the game were included in the trailer, the collapsing buildings, the underwater level the train sequence, other than those cut scenes it was basically going through rooms and shooting people dead. This happens till the very end. I don't think infintiyward's heart and soul were in this game. Knowing they fired 2 senior members of the team, it has taken its toll. Battlefield 3 is superior when it comes to graphics, physics and the fact that the listen to the gamers in further tweaking the game to make it enjoyable. Activision does not do this. They have assumed that the franchise's history will be the selling point of the game. But battlefield 3 has made sure that doesn't happen. The cod fans are not in for a treat with this one but they will not be entirely disappointed.my final verdict is buy the game only if you are itching to know how the story ends or you feel like playing some new cod maps. If you are looking for the next-gen platform in multiplayer war gaming just go with battlefield 3… Expand
  67. Milatopia
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    This game is so much fun, and so well designed. The extra features are amazing. Overall I think that this is an amazing game and well worth the price.
  68. CPLRussell
    Nov 16, 2011
    3
    Single player Gameplay was fun, but PAINFULLY short. Really ?! I can't believe it was done so quickly. Decent engine, but could be better graphics, I could overlook the graphics if the gameplay was better or longer, but really just not worth the money. Dedicated servers not ranked, and unlike Black Ops, only one type of server. How to fix the game so I don't feel ripped off.. 1) MORESingle player Gameplay was fun, but PAINFULLY short. Really ?! I can't believe it was done so quickly. Decent engine, but could be better graphics, I could overlook the graphics if the gameplay was better or longer, but really just not worth the money. Dedicated servers not ranked, and unlike Black Ops, only one type of server. How to fix the game so I don't feel ripped off.. 1) MORE single player content, double it - way too fast of a play for the money 2) balance the weapons. 3) more creative and larger maps Overall not horrible, but not worth the money. at this point it will be my last COD purchase unless it is drastically improved… Expand
  69. layziekow
    Nov 16, 2011
    1
    The game feels exactly like Modern Warfare 2 and that I spent $60 for a DLC that contained 16 new maps and a few extra perks. The only reason why I gave it a one is because they did not ruin the game, but how could they; itâ
  70. cmcquistion
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    Don't believe the spam reviews by all the BF3 fanboys.

    I'm a long time CoD fan. I own every single CoD game and this chapter of CoD is the best one, yet. The single player campaign is fun and emotionally engaging. The graphics are bumped up a little (as they are on every CoD release.) The multiplayer is quite fun and I haven't seen rampant cheating as we had with MW2 and haven't had    Don't believe the spam reviews by all the BF3 fanboys.

    I'm a long time CoD fan. I own every single CoD game and this chapter of CoD is the best one, yet. The single player campaign is fun and emotionally engaging. The graphics are bumped up a little (as they are on every CoD release.) The multiplayer is quite fun and I haven't seen rampant cheating as we had with MW2 and haven't had frequent lag problems, either.

    If you like CoD games, you'll love MW3. If you're a BF3 fanboy and hate CoD games, you won't like this one, either.    … Expand
  71. sirdonut290
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    I got both BF3 and MW3 both are good games. I bought mw3 for the always polished multiplayer but the ending of the trilogy is what got me most excited. Finally seeing the end. I cannot wait what well hear next. I gave this a 10 because it is a good game all around. Sure the graphics arn't as good as BF3's Frostbite 2.0 but Gameplay>Graphics is a real gamers motto. BF3 was good i enjoyedI got both BF3 and MW3 both are good games. I bought mw3 for the always polished multiplayer but the ending of the trilogy is what got me most excited. Finally seeing the end. I cannot wait what well hear next. I gave this a 10 because it is a good game all around. Sure the graphics arn't as good as BF3's Frostbite 2.0 but Gameplay>Graphics is a real gamers motto. BF3 was good i enjoyed the huge difference from CoD. But overall i think MW3 wins, of course this is my opinion… Expand
  72. Ngamok
    Nov 16, 2011
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Game has major flaws in multi player gameplay. Akimpros very OP, maps too small, hacks out since day 1, same bad p2p system as MW2 on occassion, too noob friendly with adding in a free perk to the gun. Singple Player game was good but short with a little open plot hole at the end. They gave a convenient character for Price to use. have not tried spec-ops. Hoping it's as good as MW2 was which was terrific.

    Multi player is what people buy this game for so I gave it a 6.    … Expand
  73. TingPing
    Nov 16, 2011
    7
    It's a solid game with the strongest singleplayer of the entire series with some amazing moments and decent visuals for the ageing engine. Coop is solid with survival mode and spec op missions. The multiplayer maybe more of the same but thats not a bad thing as the majority still love it.
  74. Tanques
    Nov 16, 2011
    2
    awful game, poor campaign, same multiplayer as it was 2 years ago. The game is boring nothing new if you compare it to MW2. fail of the franchise.
  75. iAGR
    Nov 16, 2011
    8
    The game is fun and fast-paced, but if you aren't good at the game, it won't be fun. On PC it's a whole different thing, because of the dedicated servers. If you just want to play around without having to worry about your K:D and stuff, you can go and play on dedicated servers!

    Kill Confirmed was a great invention for MW3, it's extremely fast-paced and you get a lot XP each match.    The game is fun and fast-paced, but if you aren't good at the game, it won't be fun. On PC it's a whole different thing, because of the dedicated servers. If you just want to play around without having to worry about your K:D and stuff, you can go and play on dedicated servers!

    Kill Confirmed was a great invention for MW3, it's extremely fast-paced and you get a lot XP each match. Definitely one of Infinity Ward's (and SHG's) good ideas! At first the game seems fun, the first 5-7 hours - then (in most cases) you feel "fed up", you start to feel annoyed and unsatisfied. But this effect will fade out after some sleep!

    In general I would describe MW3 as a good candy in an old wrapper. It's like your friend played a joke on you and but your candy in an old wrapper, to make you believe it's bad and you don't want it. But after playing MW3 you realize it plays like MW2 but it's a whole different game. It even looks like MW2, but it's not.

    A game definitely worth the money!    … Expand
  76. rody4711
    Nov 16, 2011
    9
    This is my first try of a CoD game in multiplayer, and I have to say it's a lot of fun, for sure it's more fun than BF3 where usually no teamwork is being found where it's absolutely necessary, only a lot of camping and sniping going on. MW3 is fastpaced, frantic action where aim and movement is required both as well as tactical understanding. It gains a lot after enabling dedicatedThis is my first try of a CoD game in multiplayer, and I have to say it's a lot of fun, for sure it's more fun than BF3 where usually no teamwork is being found where it's absolutely necessary, only a lot of camping and sniping going on. MW3 is fastpaced, frantic action where aim and movement is required both as well as tactical understanding. It gains a lot after enabling dedicated servers and the serverbrowser, as the p2p-default setup is really crappy, which is the reason I won't give the game a 10. Contrary to what some people wrote there are actually ranked dedicated servers, the admins just need to know how to set them up. I gained levels today playing on a dedicated ranked server.
    The singleplayer mode is absolutely comparable to mw1 and mw2, for sure a hundred times better than BF3 which most of the negative fanbois here seem to be playing. And the best of all: MW3 doesn't require origin or any **** runs over steam which is installed on all pcs anyways, no spyware required.    … Expand
  77. Speedhorn
    Nov 16, 2011
    2
    Haven't I played this game already? Why yes, yes I have. This is poor, it is the same ol same ol. I'm half expecting a zombie DLC to be released soon, thus completing Cliché Warfare 3.
  78. Guka87
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    Bravo! Thank you Infinity Ward and Sledghammer Games for the continuation of a series of Modern Warfare. Modern Warfare 3 - is the best shooter of our time. A fantastic single player campaign, its breathtaking dynamics of multiplayer, special operations and a new mode of survival. The graphics in the game, smart, no degradability and who said that it is generally necessary. 10 out of 10.Bravo! Thank you Infinity Ward and Sledghammer Games for the continuation of a series of Modern Warfare. Modern Warfare 3 - is the best shooter of our time. A fantastic single player campaign, its breathtaking dynamics of multiplayer, special operations and a new mode of survival. The graphics in the game, smart, no degradability and who said that it is generally necessary. 10 out of 10.
    P.S. Modern Warfare 4? Let's wait!    … Expand
  79. MercilessAlmond
    Nov 16, 2011
    3
    To be fair to Activision this is an absolutely solid game the combat works the campaign is good.
    The issue here is that we have already done almost of this before.
    Besides new perks and an on-line service (that does not work) there is absolutely nothing we haven't done yet. While many do wonder why the reviews between people and reviews are so different is because of the way they are    To be fair to Activision this is an absolutely solid game the combat works the campaign is good.
    The issue here is that we have already done almost of this before.
    Besides new perks and an on-line service (that does not work) there is absolutely nothing we haven't done yet.
    While many do wonder why the reviews between people and reviews are so different is because of the way they are judging the game.

    Most reviews have viewed this as a blank slate and do not take the previous games into consideration while gamers view it in the idea of what new experiences can I have in this game.
    Playing the game I can really only view it as a glorified expansion to MW2 and as I have played this game before there is no feeling that the developers pushed anything but advertisements in peoples faces.

    Overall if you are new to the series this is still an excellent game to start out with but if you are like me and are a Hardened veteran of the series and have waited for this game prepare to be disappointed because you have already played this game before it just has a 3 next to it this time.
    This game is nothing but a cash in and betrays the people who have supported it for so many years.    … Expand
  80. Fat-Jesus
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    I like it a lot. Especially the new survival mode is great. No big changes in the multiplayer but it's awesome to.
    The end of the story is just Epic.
  81. Zxenop
    Nov 16, 2011
    2
    Same game, same engine, same models, pretty some maps in solo are copy/pasta too. Not going to rant about the scenario since it always been pretty much stupid, glad however that your main character doesn't die every ten bloody seconds in cutscenes, gameplay is the same nothing surprising Multiplayer is the same, just a couple of new maps, the coop was quite nice actually
    All in all, it's    Same game, same engine, same models, pretty some maps in solo are copy/pasta too. Not going to rant about the scenario since it always been pretty much stupid, glad however that your main character doesn't die every ten bloody seconds in cutscenes, gameplay is the same nothing surprising Multiplayer is the same, just a couple of new maps, the coop was quite nice actually
    All in all, it's not a bad game but the feeling of have been scamed is here, feel like I bought a pre used game at full price    … Expand
  82. Gabbo
    Nov 15, 2011
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. After MW2's incredibly stupid story line, i wasn't expecting much but i was still let down... somehow. Everything is predictable, and SPOILERALERT just about everyone with a name dies, predictably and/or implausibly. each mission sends you along, you gain support which is always, ALWAYS obliterated in some fashion, nothing goes according to plan. I predicted the "twists" well in advance. They essentially take everything from MW1 and 2 that they thought worked and pasted it together. you will find yourself knocked down and crawling more times than i can count. characters die heroically for absolutely no reason, multiple times to patriotic tunes. this MW bring the times makarov kills the player up by a couple tallies too... This was purly on the single player aspect, i assume its entirely identical to MW2 in muiltiplayer… Expand
  83. astrosafari
    Nov 15, 2011
    9
    I've never been a massive COD addict, but this game is great. The developers clearly spent a lot of time refining the formula, and the gameplay is smooth and rewarding. Don't listen to the naysayers - if you enjoyed COD 4 and MW2, you'll enjoy this one. I was kind of surprised at the negativity surrounding it, especially during launch. If you're totally burnt out on the series, fine! PickI've never been a massive COD addict, but this game is great. The developers clearly spent a lot of time refining the formula, and the gameplay is smooth and rewarding. Don't listen to the naysayers - if you enjoyed COD 4 and MW2, you'll enjoy this one. I was kind of surprised at the negativity surrounding it, especially during launch. If you're totally burnt out on the series, fine! Pick up another game and move on, but stop insulting the people who choose to buy it. To be honest, the single-player campaign could use some improving, but everything else in the game is just as fresh as anything you'd expect from a new game. Graphics are indeed better than those found in MW2, if only by a smidgen. Regardless, MW3 runs at a fluid 60 frames per second on my computer (with parts from 2008). To me, that's incredible! I find it hard to care about graphical innovation from one game to the next - the Modern Warfare series is still a story, not a tech demo. Worth picking up.… Expand
  84. tainosisisi
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    Le meilleur jeu auquel j'ai jamais jouer! C'est du pure delire, je ne serait pas vous dire mes mots quand je l'ai lancé pour la première fois mais en dans tout les cas une joie immense.
  85. SgtHowlingFury
    Nov 15, 2011
    1
    Outdated graphics, latency issues, performance issues, lack of pc support, anticheat is lacking. weapon unbalance issues. too many small maps and lack of creativity.
  86. hr1schev
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    It's the best. I mean if you liked MW(MW2) - you will like this. I like everything - story(well, it's not the most original one, but it's still good), Spec Ops(it's a lot of fun) and of course the engine of the game(which allows me to have beautiful graphics without change of my PC).

    P.S. Sorry for my bad English.
  87. geckomist
    Nov 15, 2011
    1
    I found it hard to give this game any credit at all. It has the exact same feel as MW2 and barely makes a visual improvement. I feel like I'm just playing another useless DLC map pack. With MW2 being a mediocre production and a betrayal on all PC first person shooter players, MW3 finds a way to act like they care and then slap you in the face over and over. With the massive outcry of PCI found it hard to give this game any credit at all. It has the exact same feel as MW2 and barely makes a visual improvement. I feel like I'm just playing another useless DLC map pack. With MW2 being a mediocre production and a betrayal on all PC first person shooter players, MW3 finds a way to act like they care and then slap you in the face over and over. With the massive outcry of PC gamers to include dedicated servers and the ability to control your games with console commands, IW finally adds these abilities (hidden deep in the settings) but does not allow you to gain any level or custom classes on dedicated servers. What?? That is the leading reason and enjoyment that most people get out of COD games. What reasoning do I have to join a dedicated server then? Looks like everyone will be forced to remain with no servers. Time for more of the same game full of hackers, no administrators to keep order, hosts dropping or having mediocre PC's that completely interrupt gameplay, lag lag lag and more lag. It's pretty obvious the reasoning that COD games are taking more and more control away from the user. They hide under this facade that they are making the game better and to keep people from abusing it. It's pretty obvious that all of this happens worse than before. They don't want dedicated servers, any user control of your settings (like console commands), custom community maps, etc. It's so that once the next game in the series is out, there will be no reason for people to stick to the old games and therefore get more sales. Gone are the days of playing in servers with clans and establishing a community of friends and regulars to play in your server with your variation of the rules. Don't like it? Then move on to another server until you find people you like to play with and rules that suite your style. COD will be given a 10 from me the very day that they release a game for PC gamers like COD used to be (not a console port), with dedicated servers (that people have a reason to play in and actually rank and level), larger number of player slots (for server owners to choose if they'd like), original and well built maps, custom community maps (for people to show their creativity and love of the game and create their own fun), and no paid DLC with an actual complete game upon release. Get the message Infinity Ward, you've made mediocre games and your constantly insulting gamers with your greed, power, and big heads.… Expand
  88. Chevie
    Nov 15, 2011
    0
    "Nothing new, just copypasted single and same multiplayer. Old graphic, old souns, stupid maps, same perks. Black ops is even more fun than this stupid game" +1
  89. shreypapa
    Nov 15, 2011
    9
    Between Battlefield and COD-MW3 , COD wins with a very small margin. The game's graphics & game play is too good for Battlefield-3. But the problem is the game is too short. And ends when u have just begun to enjoy it. Overall its fun, amazing, and with an engrossing story(Campaign).
  90. steve1911
    Nov 15, 2011
    9
    When it comes to graphics, MW3 is not most beautiful, but certainly balanced (runs well on PC, which fulfills minimum requirements). Music is also very nice (but not as good as in MW2). Single player campaign is short and dynamic (action movie style), which is ideal for MW-fans and players, who don't have much time. Besides, special ops mode, in which you can carry out tasks and compareWhen it comes to graphics, MW3 is not most beautiful, but certainly balanced (runs well on PC, which fulfills minimum requirements). Music is also very nice (but not as good as in MW2). Single player campaign is short and dynamic (action movie style), which is ideal for MW-fans and players, who don't have much time. Besides, special ops mode, in which you can carry out tasks and compare your score to other players, or find someone on the Internet and play co-op. Multiplayer is fine as well, despite similar system to IWNet (from MW2).… Expand
  91. F4T4L3RR0R
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game has a very nice campaign ,and despite it's old graphics ,the multiplayer is getting even better than the previous cods...well balanced and praticaly no bugs/glitches ...
    This game is almost perfect if you want to have a good time ,if not...then do not rate it    … Expand
  92. OmeNu
    Nov 15, 2011
    1
    if you played Modern Warfare 2. you played modern warfare 3... and what can i say im one of those that just didn't care for Modern Warfare 2 Either. as far as im concerned this series hit its peak in the first modern warfare.

    the game brings nothing new to the table its the same repetitive arcade shooter. just with bumped up graphics.
  93. BitsOfSkin
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    The campaign had a slightly compelling story, but was very predictable.
    And speaking about predictable : anyone with half a brain saw most plot-twists coming, especially the chapter where Makarov anticipates the 141 ambush and Soap dies.
    It was also short, much like MW2, it lasted all of 6½ hours before i was done. And that was me taking my time and not rushing through. The    The campaign had a slightly compelling story, but was very predictable.
    And speaking about predictable : anyone with half a brain saw most plot-twists coming, especially the chapter where Makarov anticipates the 141 ambush and Soap dies.
    It was also short, much like MW2, it lasted all of 6½ hours before i was done.
    And that was me taking my time and not rushing through.
    The amount of re-used material was obscene.

    The special ops were boring, too much repetition again of stuff from the previous game, and just like MW2, it built too much on what you already did in the campaign.
    It's so un-original i am wondering why it took them this long to release the damn thing. and IW/Sledgehammer trying to pull a fast one on us with that Survival mode (zombies rehash minus the zombies, anyone?)... That just ticked me off so much i never even bothered with multiplayer, which, from the looks of other user reviews, means i didn't miss much.
    All in all, glad i got this game for free from my boss, because if i had spent money on this, i'd have been very, very angry.    … Expand
  94. Flyfishes
    Nov 15, 2011
    6
    Not the best maps ever. If Infinity Ward had made the game by them self it would be awesome but I think Sledgehammer Games made it look more towards Black Ops. Worth a try!
  95. Holstsha
    Nov 15, 2011
    5
    Don't buy Skyrim and CODMW3 together, or you'll wind up playing this for 30 minutes and getting bored as hell, and Skyrim for 8 hours and have a blast.
  96. RaideR
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    El juego está muy bien, no tiene nada de malo, al contrario, es impresionantemente bueno. Battlefield es bueno también, graficamente hablando. Pero creo que hay que ser objetivos, un equipo de trabajo cuando se esmera y esfuerza para entregar un producto de calidad, se nota. Y en este caso, Infinity Ward demostró que hicieron un trabajo impecable.

    ¿Juegos    El juego está muy bien, no tiene nada de malo, al contrario, es impresionantemente bueno. Battlefield es bueno también, graficamente hablando. Pero creo que hay que ser objetivos, un equipo de trabajo cuando se esmera y esfuerza para entregar un producto de calidad, se nota. Y en este caso, Infinity Ward demostró que hicieron un trabajo impecable.

    ¿Juegos malos? CLARO QUE LOS HAY!

    -Breed
    -Kreed
    -The Renegade
    -Matrix Path of Neo

    ESOS SON JUEGOS MALOS. Pero no este juego, que les pasa imbéciles? Ahora no piensan? no distinguen lo bueno de lo malo? Mi más grande apoyo al equipo de MWF3, Battlefield es un excelente juego, y también sería injusto que recibiera una mala calificación. Hay que ser justo en la vida, y ahora yo estoy siendo justo.

    RaideR, desde Chile.    … Expand
  97. Fonjask
    Nov 15, 2011
    6
    If you are a fan of fast-paced shooters, and/or enjoyed MW2, you'll like this game. Haters gonna hate, but the fact is that the Call of Duty franchise does not make GOOD games, they make FUN games, which is why I play games.
  98. disappointed
    Nov 15, 2011
    1
    Wtf with the guys that gives mw3 a good score??!! Are u guys being payed by activision?
    The game sucks! Period! 1. Short SP
    2. Graphics (dont get me started about that) 3. No new features (just the same **** on a different day) 4. Its a Mappack for MW2 5. MP maps are horrible set 6. They got billions of dollars and came with the same engine as mw1! Was a huge huge fan of COD but    Wtf with the guys that gives mw3 a good score??!! Are u guys being payed by activision?
    The game sucks! Period! 1. Short SP
    2. Graphics (dont get me started about that)
    3. No new features (just the same **** on a different day)
    4. Its a Mappack for MW2
    5. MP maps are horrible set
    6. They got billions of dollars and came with the same engine as mw1!
    Was a huge huge fan of COD but now........ Nuff said!    … Expand
  99. Naiboss
    Nov 15, 2011
    6
    First off, MW3 isn't a bad game. Granted, it's not great... the (alleged) "Hollywood blockbuster" single-player campaign, while mildly enjoyable, is a little bit tired and very predictable and the multi-player, which most would consider the real reason for buying any MW game, is a slightly more refined version of MW2. The strike packages and the additional game modes are an interestingFirst off, MW3 isn't a bad game. Granted, it's not great... the (alleged) "Hollywood blockbuster" single-player campaign, while mildly enjoyable, is a little bit tired and very predictable and the multi-player, which most would consider the real reason for buying any MW game, is a slightly more refined version of MW2. The strike packages and the additional game modes are an interesting addition though it does feel like more of an expansion of MW2 than an entirely new game (and the brief single player certainly doesn't warrant the additional cost). The number of maps included with the game was certainly a pleasant surprise.

    If you've never played a MW game before, you certainly can't go wrong with MW3 but you might be better off picking up the original MW/CoD4 as it is (in my opinion) the best game in the series so far.

    Activision need to avoid driving this series into the ground (like they have with other titles) and take a couple of years off. Spend some time listening to the players and come back with some fresh ideas for the next MW game.    … Expand
  100. ltpie
    Nov 15, 2011
    9
    Yet again I was entertained by another epic sequel of the Modern Warfare series. Eventhough the graphics were a little outdated the campaign have made up for it . I have really enjoyed the campaign, I finished it in 7 hours , the more i play this game the more i couldnt stop loving it. I know that many of you are very impressed by the new Frostbite engine that is currently being used inYet again I was entertained by another epic sequel of the Modern Warfare series. Eventhough the graphics were a little outdated the campaign have made up for it . I have really enjoyed the campaign, I finished it in 7 hours , the more i play this game the more i couldnt stop loving it. I know that many of you are very impressed by the new Frostbite engine that is currently being used in Battlefield 3 but the question is is that all that matters? the graphics?. I am also a Battlefield fan and I've enjoyed playing BF3 as much as any of you do, but I do know that those 2 games arent the same. I'm impressed by bf3's graphics but MW3's Campaign story was just how I wanted all the other games i play to end. I have tried out the Multiplayer and I do agree that it has some similarities to Mw2. I cannot give this game a 10 out of 10 as there is always room for improvement.… Expand
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#59 Best PC Game of 2011
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#4 Most Discussed PC Game of 2011
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#27 Most Shared PC Game of 2011

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78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
  1. Computer Games Online RO
    Apr 10, 2012
    82
    Thus, I can't recommend buying this unless you (still) like the fast pace, the customizable weaponry and the short matches, of about 10 minutes each. With the very important mention that, essentially, nothing has changed.
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  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 20, 2012
    80
    Stunning campaign with epic moments makes this third installment of Modern Warfare a great show with the best approach to players. No need to mention an excellent multiplayer. [Dec 2011]
  3. PC PowerPlay
    Jan 9, 2012
    50
    If you own any previous COD, there's little reason to buy MW3. [Jan 2012, p.50]
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