Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5387 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 3,430 out of 5387
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  1. Daluel
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Shame on Infinity Ward. This game, 52,50 $ its just awazing. Big remake of MW2 (graphics, gameplay). No CREATIVITY !!!! I repeat shame on Infinity Ward !!!
  2. amniwars
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    while im really trying to enjoy mw3 i honestly just cannot. its has LESS features than black ops which is outrageous. to list a few: no combat training, no more "advanced" scoreboard, HORRIBLE game chat between players (robotic and choppy), very laggy particularly on ps3 where there are a lot of frame rate issues, no party privacy settings, no online wager matches, no theater mode parties,while im really trying to enjoy mw3 i honestly just cannot. its has LESS features than black ops which is outrageous. to list a few: no combat training, no more "advanced" scoreboard, HORRIBLE game chat between players (robotic and choppy), very laggy particularly on ps3 where there are a lot of frame rate issues, no party privacy settings, no online wager matches, no theater mode parties, a worse theater mode in general, can't change different game audios (turn off music), no yy or triangle-triangle, and lastly BO's menu looked better. gameplay wise it is mainly personal preference. i feel that there is little skill involved in mw3, its simply a twitch shooter, whoever sprays first. in bo there were tactics involved, because damage was higher. im sure the campaign is wonderful, but us cod fans care more about multiplayer, and at this point it needs HUGE improvements. hopefully treyarch will add a new playlist to black ops so i can play that instead, or otherwise im waiting for cod9.… Expand
  3. TRauw
    Nov 26, 2011
    0
    OK. When I saw the User Score, I thought that it was just a whole bunch of Battlefield 3 trolls trying to take a big steamer on the CoD franchise. I'm a huge Battlefield fan so I thought "Yeh Lay That Cable!!". I loved the CoD Series from the first WW2 games to CoD 4 Modern Warfare & Modern Warfare 2. Then Battlefield Bad Company 2 came out & I never looked back or forward to Black Ops.OK. When I saw the User Score, I thought that it was just a whole bunch of Battlefield 3 trolls trying to take a big steamer on the CoD franchise. I'm a huge Battlefield fan so I thought "Yeh Lay That Cable!!". I loved the CoD Series from the first WW2 games to CoD 4 Modern Warfare & Modern Warfare 2. Then Battlefield Bad Company 2 came out & I never looked back or forward to Black Ops. MW3 showed me that like some of the comments here, They don't have any more fresh ideas, they never had the backbone to change anything or to shy away from 10 to 16 year olds that would beg their parents to purchase the game for them. Online is the same, with little change but a few more flashing words of BONUS. Guns sound lovely but don't pack the punch needed to make me feel I'm in the battle. Same old run and gun attitude, no squad feel at all. Same Block style atmosphere maps, WALLS, STAIRS, WINDOWS oh and plants and burnt out cars. Playing the game has just set it that I will never buy any of the CoD series again. I was so hoping that MW3 was going to change this for me but it hasn't. Thank you CoD4 for setting a bench mark for FPS and thank you Battlefield for having the guts to implement change. I give fealty to EA, DICE and the FROSTBITE 2 Engine. Well Played.… Expand
  4. robertonunez
    Nov 15, 2011
    0
    It's very sad, that people give a developer credit for lazy work. Half of the sounds, equipment, perks, guns, and only one new attachment are in the game. 80% of the killstreaks are the same. And you always the get the felling "I have done this before". Survival is sorry attempted at zombies and fails flat. The same COD formula is use.

    that the same I think, is a MW 2.5
  5. Skull-o-mania
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    I get it now; I am a sucker to the capitalist machine that is Activision. I would not be surprised if the proceeds for this game are going to the legal team that is being built to attack the creators of the Call of duty franchise Jason West and Vincent Zampella. I am sure that Robert Kotick is rolling in my money right now laughing to himself. But now on to the game am I supposed to be toI get it now; I am a sucker to the capitalist machine that is Activision. I would not be surprised if the proceeds for this game are going to the legal team that is being built to attack the creators of the Call of duty franchise Jason West and Vincent Zampella. I am sure that Robert Kotick is rolling in my money right now laughing to himself. But now on to the game am I supposed to be to amazed by. There is an argument in the gaming world if Battlefeild or Modern Warfare 3 will beat out the other in the long run. From what I have played of both of them; I would like it if a third party came along and destroyed them both. What ever that means I don't know. Graphics: I can't complain. Some very stunning moments, but I did get some strange texture pops.
    Design: The reason I am giving this game a 4 is because at least there are somethings that do work. The twitch gameplay is what we've all come to expect from this developing company. Level Design: Signle player linear and boring. This is ridiculous, I just feel like I am being led by the hand and shown all the same enemy over an over. Multiplayer level Design: Are you kidding me. The release maps are all basic grid based square maps with some objects to provide minimal cover. There is something about all the maps that feel like claustrophobic hallways. Even the "open air" sniping maps seem small and cramped. Why can you not jump up on boxes that are knee height, but dumpster can be mounted easily?
    Controls: Nothing to complain about here. Sound: Nothing to complain about here.

    Conclusion: Next time when the hype is such that a company will spend good money two months before to promote the next "big" game. I will think twice. I think that consumers were thinking that this game was going to be some "new" an "amazing" experience that would keep there hopes up about the business. Unfortunately this game does not seem "new" the aspect of "amazing" seems to be some where in the past successes of this pony. Nostalgia is a good selling point.    … Expand
  6. themedorian
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    The exact same game we've been playing for years. Totally overrated and worthless. I've owned two call of duty games now and I still can't figure out why people like this garbage.
  7. johnweythek
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    BOOOOO, it's like the pc version, but even worse graphics and you have to use analog sticks to move and aim. BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
  8. DarthKa
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    If you have Modern Warfare 2 or Black Ops you don't need to buy this game, choose Battlefield 3 instead. Repetitive gameplay, old graphic engine, only a couple of new features but that isn't nearly enough to buy it.
  9. chris2892
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    @infinity123, all good game developers take all feedback very seriously, they have failed to use this feedback to develop there game on more than one occasion. Laziness is guaranteed to bring bad reviews and should be used to avoid further upsets.
  10. Wingzer001
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    MW3 is more of an addon for MW2. I cant believe this is a whole new game priced at the very maximum because its exactly the same as the last game, no actualy its worse. I prefered MW2 over this. Next time you release a call of duty game take it back to its routes because this is getting old and a complete waste of money.
  11. gyualmighty
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    I love the MW 1-2-3 Campaign!!!The only problem with MW3 and thats the biggest...the MULTIPLAYER!!! Its terrible,especially the MAPS!!! OMG what the hell happened with the big open spaced maps??? 18 players in ground war r playing on the same medium sized maps in sabotage. The MW2 multiplayer was the best.I thought the multiplayer in Black Ops was the worst,well until now. U can enter aI love the MW 1-2-3 Campaign!!!The only problem with MW3 and thats the biggest...the MULTIPLAYER!!! Its terrible,especially the MAPS!!! OMG what the hell happened with the big open spaced maps??? 18 players in ground war r playing on the same medium sized maps in sabotage. The MW2 multiplayer was the best.I thought the multiplayer in Black Ops was the worst,well until now. U can enter a very limited buildings..16 maps u would expect at least 10 good maps but there arent more than 2-3.All of them r so "busy" "crowdy". Respawning the same: players know after a few hours of gameplay where to go and wait for the other player to respawn,same when someone is using an air support,when a chopper is cruising around in the air u respawn in on open spaced and it kills u,not once not twice...Knife?! a bloody knife,how the hell is a knife faster then a bullet???????? and this is just a few mistakes ....sort this out guys,im a big fan as well,pre-ordered it,payed the full price which i think already expensive for a game,and this is what i or we get????… Expand
  12. davgav
    Nov 15, 2011
    0
    I'm very disappointed. This is the same game, again. No better graphics, no better gameplay, no better multiplayer from MW2. No multiplayer across multiplatforms.
  13. augustoman
    Nov 19, 2011
    1
    This game it´s a copy paste of Modern Warfare 2, short an meaningless campaign.
    Multiplayer It´s a glorified DLC of Modern Warfare 2, same engine, same graphics, same everything
    I've been robed
  14. alcarfa
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    esto es el peor juego del mundo arregle la versión de ps3 y tal vez las calificaciones sean mayores es la peor version un port horrible un nuevo motor grafico urgente YAAAA
  15. yogi721
    Apr 20, 2012
    4
    COD fanboys, get ready because this one is going to sting. The Call of Duty series is back trying to restore the name of Call of Duty after what the past few games have been known as let downs. Spoiler alert: they failed. But first the good things about the game. While COD is the best selling game in history it is still one of the only FPS to run at 60 frames per second, this gives anCOD fanboys, get ready because this one is going to sting. The Call of Duty series is back trying to restore the name of Call of Duty after what the past few games have been known as let downs. Spoiler alert: they failed. But first the good things about the game. While COD is the best selling game in history it is still one of the only FPS to run at 60 frames per second, this gives an opportunity for COD to have a fast paced shooter filled with running and gunning. But yet all anyone does in this game is camp.... pity. but anyways the campaign that ended the modern warfare series was actually quite enjoyable but yet short. Now for the bad, still listening fanboys? COD has tried to use the same system over and over again but with more upgrades from the standard COD 4 game (the best cod ever) and its really starting to show. Its a shame they made a couple billion dollars with essentially an expansion pack. All this game feels like is modern warfare 2 with new maps, a few new weapons and features. The online community makes the online experience one of the most frustrating in gaming along with demon souls and ninja gaiden (games that are so hard its pointless for people who haven't played them). COD has turned into the mainstream game for all the kids out there. Its a lot like NIKE anymore, people buy it because its NIKE, the name of the brand means more than the quality of it. and while there are better FPS games out there COD will still be the best seller because the fan base is brand committed. Sorry COD but you lost a lot of your long time fans with your recent installments and I'm contimplating not buying the new cod when it comes out because I'm tired of being disappointed and then going on to play a real shooter like Battlefield.… Expand
  16. BIGNDIRTY
    Apr 7, 2012
    2
    I've never written any reviews on anything before, but was so disapointed in this game I had to join the ranks and speak up. Hopefully the developers will listen to what the gamers are saying! I was always more a Tomb Raider kind of guy, till a buddy got me hooked on shooting zombies in COD world at war, then later we both got Black Ops as well and I got addicted to the multi-player. Let'sI've never written any reviews on anything before, but was so disapointed in this game I had to join the ranks and speak up. Hopefully the developers will listen to what the gamers are saying! I was always more a Tomb Raider kind of guy, till a buddy got me hooked on shooting zombies in COD world at war, then later we both got Black Ops as well and I got addicted to the multi-player. Let's just say it left me spoiled for what followed. I shouldn't be suprised I guess, since I did play mw2 a bit and didn't really enjoy it. Black Ops was a step forward I thought, something different. A lot more little details which make it fun. The graphics, bright and rich colours, the sounds like hit markers I especially like, having COD points to buy upgrades rather than MW3 having to use a crap gun for what seems like eternity before unlocking an upgrade or attatchment and by then You've unlocked a slightly better gun anyway. It's frustrating! It is much more fun for me the gamer, when I can choose what to play with! The guns don't seem to improve much either, in MW3 . I was frustrated to spend so much time unlocking everything to find the first gun was just as good as the last. No reward for the effort it seems. All In all I agree with everyone else, MW3 is just an add on to MW2 and seems like a step back. I found it dull to play, dreary to look at, and more like work than a game. I dragged myself to level 80 to feel like I got some money's worth, and havn't touched it since. I just play Black Ops now. I'm hoping the next game will carry on where Black Ops left off, or at least give us some fun improvements like customizable characters or choice of pre- set character or a lazer beam attachment,..anything! I'll definitely try a demo next time before spending money on a new game I've already played!… Expand
  17. speedyzia
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Same textures, same animations, releasing game too often, laggy. There is nothing positive about Call of Duty Modern Warfare franchise since Call of Duty 4 yet it's getting so high sales ? Why ... why why why, I really don't understand that. maybe it's becasue of multiplayer which doesn't require any sense of "skill" from player to score a frag, or maybe because it's paradise for campers,Same textures, same animations, releasing game too often, laggy. There is nothing positive about Call of Duty Modern Warfare franchise since Call of Duty 4 yet it's getting so high sales ? Why ... why why why, I really don't understand that. maybe it's becasue of multiplayer which doesn't require any sense of "skill" from player to score a frag, or maybe because it's paradise for campers, glitchers, cheaters and other weak gamers that think they are cool. Questions questions questions ... Luckily most of players are amercinas, that means there is still future for normal games for normal players, let the americans have their sh*tty game.… Expand
  18. Deitri
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    This game uses the same engine as Modern Warfare 2, doesn't show us anything new, the campaign is patethic, boring and way too easy, the multiplayer is more of the same (as I said already). Also, there will be alot of DLCs. Incredible, this game is probably the worst ever.
  19. Spliffy1
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    After i bought this game MW3 i felt like i just been ripped off and on top of all this i even bought into the call of duty elite i feel like real a dumb ass...... I shoulda just gave my one hundred and fourteen dollars to the bums around my town at least it woulda went to someone who needs it. This game is a port of MW2 with different maps and kill streaks. Im a hardore gamer but this is aAfter i bought this game MW3 i felt like i just been ripped off and on top of all this i even bought into the call of duty elite i feel like real a dumb ass...... I shoulda just gave my one hundred and fourteen dollars to the bums around my town at least it woulda went to someone who needs it. This game is a port of MW2 with different maps and kill streaks. Im a hardore gamer but this is a real dissapointment that these developers are just making games to make an easy dollar instead of quailty and making there harcore customers happy. i know its a business but come on really? Thank god i bought battlefield 3 and sky rim comes out tonight at midnight no more MW3 for me wasted my money ;-(… Expand
  20. Battlefield-3
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is absolutely terrible, if you're looking for a good shooter, I recommend Battlefield 3. Lots of little fanboys and infants that are in love with the series will cushion the score by voting 10/10, but in reality, the game deserves a 2.5/10 at best.
  21. dgp_1_
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    A sack of tripe, really. Glad I didn't pay for it. There's far more to be gained from watching a good HBO miniseries than sitting through this drivel.
  22. PyroCritic
    Nov 15, 2011
    0
    Same graphics, same weapons, same **** sound engine. DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY, IF YOU HAVE MW2 YOU'VE GOT THIS GAME. Infinity ward should not try to fool the players and actually WORK on a game.
  23. LeonShepard
    Nov 19, 2011
    0
    Other than a few memorable moments there's little positive that can be said about this game. Singleplayer is where the 2 positives lay with the fight on the bridge in Paris and the way in which Makarov is killed, graphically the game is little to no improvement over 4 which was released way back in 2007. And MP is tragic. There's nothing positive to be said about this. A game where you canOther than a few memorable moments there's little positive that can be said about this game. Singleplayer is where the 2 positives lay with the fight on the bridge in Paris and the way in which Makarov is killed, graphically the game is little to no improvement over 4 which was released way back in 2007. And MP is tragic. There's nothing positive to be said about this. A game where you can shoot people through solid walls, kill someone with a knife from 5 or 6 feet away, but can;t kill someone with a predator missile because they happen to be sitting under a table umbrella is broken as far as I'm concerned. The maps have been created to combat campers but now instead of campers you've got gamers running wild with SMG's and you're constantly being shot in the back. And being shot in the back is probably the only consistent thing in the game seeing as how the weapon damage lacks consistency the way Ethiopia lacks nutrition. In the 14 years I've been gaming I don't recall ever playing such a half-arsed sequel as this. The fact this game made 700 million in 5 days just goes to show what power marketing truely is, because it sure as hell didn't make 700 million because it's a good game.… Expand
  24. boran69
    Nov 19, 2011
    2
    Trop de pub et de marketing pour un jeu qui n'ai pas mauvais en soi bien sur, mais pas assez travaillé. On se contente de pondre une suite et puis point. Pas mauvais mais pas envie de mettre la moyenne .
  25. TheKerbinator
    Mar 17, 2012
    3
    I'm sure ive played this all before? Oh how im bored of this. Call of duty series needs a complete revamp, until then i will not be buying another. Battlefield series is leaving COD behind.
  26. UrbanSmurf
    Nov 13, 2011
    1
    The multiplayer is not as good as Mw2 and although they have fixed some issues such as nube toobing and camping it feels much too similar to black ops to be worth the £45 that they are charging for it, the campaign was not actually that bad but 5 hours just isnt cutting it. If they had actually spent the time to develop this game properly it could really have had been veryThe multiplayer is not as good as Mw2 and although they have fixed some issues such as nube toobing and camping it feels much too similar to black ops to be worth the £45 that they are charging for it, the campaign was not actually that bad but 5 hours just isnt cutting it. If they had actually spent the time to develop this game properly it could really have had been very good but unfortunately it feels like a carbon copy of Black ops with some elements of mw2 in it for the sake of calling it a sequal.
    I have to admit that I'm dissapointed and have already gone back to Mw2. This will be the last cod game that I buy    … Expand
  27. FlightofStairs
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    Is MW3 a bad game? No, not really. The graphics are slightly bland and the level design is pretty bad in some spots, but that's really it. Why is it a 3? It's a waste of money. Aside from the Survival mode, there is virtually nothing new. The HUD is even the same! Now, the HUD doesn't mean much but it does go to show that this game was pretty shoehorned because they didn't have anything toIs MW3 a bad game? No, not really. The graphics are slightly bland and the level design is pretty bad in some spots, but that's really it. Why is it a 3? It's a waste of money. Aside from the Survival mode, there is virtually nothing new. The HUD is even the same! Now, the HUD doesn't mean much but it does go to show that this game was pretty shoehorned because they didn't have anything to add to the HUD. Overall, it's a 3 out of 10 because it's no different than the last 4 CODS. If you want to spend 65 bucks, spend it on something worth while...like Skyrim. Now, I have yet to play Skyrim, but I can assure you it'll be a vastly different experience than MW3.… Expand
  28. Lambylamb
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    the most expensive MW2 DLC on the market is by and large a huge letdown, with identical graphics and gameplay, and identical issues as the game it was last year. and the year before that. and the year before that.
  29. nkohesiv
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    I have to agree with most reviews on here. Just more of the SAME crap year after year. While my wife and I thoroughly enjoy the Kill Confirmed multiplayer mode, and my son and I like the Survival mode, I really do not feel like I am playing a NEW game. I feel like I am just playing some expansion pack of MW2 (which was essentially an expansion pack of MW1). Sure, the new weapons areI have to agree with most reviews on here. Just more of the SAME crap year after year. While my wife and I thoroughly enjoy the Kill Confirmed multiplayer mode, and my son and I like the Survival mode, I really do not feel like I am playing a NEW game. I feel like I am just playing some expansion pack of MW2 (which was essentially an expansion pack of MW1). Sure, the new weapons are nice, but this is really just an overall crap game. The Survival mode is fun, but the fact that it is limited to just 2 players SUCKS! Infinity Ward makes the same crap over and over, and bringing Sledgehammer into the mix did not change ANYTHING! At least Treyarch's Black Ops felt like a completely different game and proper evolution from World at War. I did purchase MW3 and BF3 (have a house full of gamers), but once the newness of MW3 wears off, we will go back to playing Black Ops! Thank you Infinity Ward for pushing the FPS genre forward with MW1, but you SUCK for not contributing anything worthwhile to it since then!… Expand
  30. calmlestat666
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Just another rehash of a rehash of a rehash. Still utilizing the same engine from nearly 4 years ago, same mp component, just diff maps, with diff weapons, and a campaign that can be beat in a matter of a few short hours. Time for this franchise to start looking for a new direction.
  31. GGKong86
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Same thing like Modern Warfare 2. I am getting sick and tired of the Modern Warfare series already. Little improvement is done to make the game better. If you played MW2 before, you are not missing anything much.
  32. Lambdadelta
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Absolutely terrible. It's just a moneymaking attempt, churning out the same game every year. Not having ranked dedicated servers is absurd; you're forced into more laggy p2p play where the host is favoured
  33. Javier19
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Rehashed garbage, Infinity Ward created this game, Activision destroyed it, they broke up Infinity Ward and put Sledgehammer games in charge

    Terrible game, avoid at all costs, see high scores from official reviews? Publishers pay them heaps of money to do PROMOS on their website, so they are inclined to get positive reviews, a reviewer on a website once lost his job for giving an honest,    Rehashed garbage, Infinity Ward created this game, Activision destroyed it, they broke up Infinity Ward and put Sledgehammer games in charge

    Terrible game, avoid at all costs, see high scores from official reviews? Publishers pay them heaps of money to do PROMOS on their website, so they are inclined to get positive reviews, a reviewer on a website once lost his job for giving an honest, low score to Kane & Lynch when his website was being paid to give it a promo.

    Oh and its so rehashed, there's actually an article proving the same building model from the now 4 year old COD4 where used in this game, despite it being one of the best selling if not the best selling franchise of all time, they are still so cheap.    … Expand
  34. zeromant
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    no ranked dedicated servers, re-made maps, small maps, the same peer-to-peer cra*p ... need more? the game is filled with hackers and the anticheat is sooo damn insecure, devs now dont give a damn for the community. kottic ruined this game, he has made every possible jew insult reallity
  35. eman1989
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    A pathetic attempt to con gamers into paying money for the same old hallow schlock. A soulless, artless, interactive cut scene celebrating jock bravado not worthy of release. I hate this game, and I sure as hell hate the people who play it incessantly. COD fans make the world a worse place to live in.
  36. Scray
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    If you put mw2 and mw3 side by side, you would not be able to tell the difference. Its still just the same recycled game that came out in 2007. Graphics are very dated, this does not look like a 2011 game. Multilayer is nothing new, get a few kills then call in an airstrike and boom you're done. Single player is a laugh, I don't even want to talk about it. If you are on the fence aboutIf you put mw2 and mw3 side by side, you would not be able to tell the difference. Its still just the same recycled game that came out in 2007. Graphics are very dated, this does not look like a 2011 game. Multilayer is nothing new, get a few kills then call in an airstrike and boom you're done. Single player is a laugh, I don't even want to talk about it. If you are on the fence about getting this game, don't bother, waste of time and money.… Expand
  37. Ace-davie
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    I speak in behalf of y group of 400 gamers that love COD in a country in south america. we're really dissapointed with this game. its a copy paste of the second version. big let down, but whats worst is that we cant even play it. the lag is too much, it's 3x what it used to be in B.O. i dont know if this happens in any other country. hope they do something about it. at least to play itI speak in behalf of y group of 400 gamers that love COD in a country in south america. we're really dissapointed with this game. its a copy paste of the second version. big let down, but whats worst is that we cant even play it. the lag is too much, it's 3x what it used to be in B.O. i dont know if this happens in any other country. hope they do something about it. at least to play it for a while, but i'm not gonna play and give away free kills to everyone.… Expand
  38. Rokea
    Nov 15, 2011
    2
    Take MW2 add new box art and there you go. same **** different day. So yeah if you like shelling out 60 dollars for a game you already have go ahead if not leave it on the shelf.
  39. zon21
    Nov 18, 2011
    3
    Bored of playing the same thing a few years ago. Besides, it is a game designed to steal money without stopping, with lots of dlc's and the horror for the industry called 'Elite'.
  40. Skyzod324
    Nov 19, 2011
    1
    Its a 60 dollar map pack. The graphics are simply poor compared to what games are looking like now a days. The game lay is largely the same. An activision refuses to do anything about the unsportsmanlike conduct in the multiplayer
  41. rej_CA
    Nov 19, 2011
    1
    MW2 - episode II.
    4 hour singleplayer campaign. Bland, flavorless multiplayer maps. You already played this game two years ago. This was a blatant attempt to produce as little new content as possible and still pass it off as a new game. True colors, Activision.
  42. elche206
    Nov 23, 2011
    2
    This game is a copy and paste of MW2 stop supporting these people. Lets force these developers to be creative! Gameplay seems dated but still sticks to its formula. Graphics are defiantly dated compared to other games that recently were released. 3rd person team tactical is missing. This feature brought something new to the table. Unfortunately this game has become a cash cow
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  43. kennedyx8
    Nov 9, 2011
    1
    MW2 was the first multiplayer shooter I had ever played. I enjoyed it with my friends - it was a frantic good time for n00bs like us. Then I bought BLOPS and was fairly disappointed. I purchased BF3 and have enjoyed it immensely, but decided to get MW3 since my friends plan on getting it again.

    Spent a couple hours with it last night. I was skeptical of the outrage that people showed    MW2 was the first multiplayer shooter I had ever played. I enjoyed it with my friends - it was a frantic good time for n00bs like us. Then I bought BLOPS and was fairly disappointed. I purchased BF3 and have enjoyed it immensely, but decided to get MW3 since my friends plan on getting it again.

    Spent a couple hours with it last night. I was skeptical of the outrage that people showed over this so-called "$60 expansion" pack, but I'm starting to think they're spot on. The maps contain your standard third-world village, snow facility, construction site... really just re-hashes of the previous game's maps. The engine is more dated and the graphics are worse than the reviews let on. I was quite surprised, but it does not look like a game that was released in 2011. It's a shame that this will probably be the all-time best-selling game in a few months, because it certainly does not deserve that honor, but will be fun if you're looking for an arcade-style shooter rather than a simulator.

    I also never noticed the kids/swearing/slurs/degenerates quite like I did last night. Compared to the other games out there, its quite jarring and getting quite old. Or perhaps I'm just getting old.

    If you must have CoD, then this is a no-brainer, but if you're on the fence, you might as well stick with MW2 and keep prestiging (it's essentially the same thing) or move to BF3, like I did. It's really hard to recommend this at a $60, $50 or even $40 price tag.    … Expand
  44. StDismas
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Absolute crap. Don't buy this game or even rent it. I wouldn't even be willing to pay $10 for this garbage let alone $60. There's so much recycled stuff from sound to graphics and even the buildings
  45. MSGR7
    Nov 9, 2011
    4
    Okay I would like to try to review this game from both angles as I still believe it deserves positives and negatives. Firstly I have spent quite a few hours really giving this game a go and I have concluded that I don't really like it. There are a number of issues with it so far, although I am sure many of them may be patched soon. Firstly the spawning is atrocious. You literally getOkay I would like to try to review this game from both angles as I still believe it deserves positives and negatives. Firstly I have spent quite a few hours really giving this game a go and I have concluded that I don't really like it. There are a number of issues with it so far, although I am sure many of them may be patched soon. Firstly the spawning is atrocious. You literally get killed and spawn right on the enemies shoulders, meaning you get killed over and over at your spawn. If that doesnt happen you spawn near the battle or right where you were just killed. Yes this happened in Black ops and people complained about the spawn too, but honestly it was so much better than this. At least in Black ops you spawned on one side of the map seperating both teams for a little bit before both teams went back to the battle zones to recommence the battle. Not only this but when using the Microphones to speak the quality is terrible, it was always perfect on Black ops and has always been terrible on both MW2 and now on MW3. It is also taking ages to find games, making me wait 20 minutes to join one, although again this happened with Black ops. The problem with this series is that the gameplay is to fast paced, the enemies are hard to identify, with enemy players disappearing and then reappearing out of nowhere to literally blow you away. Often an enemy magically appears right behind you after getting a few kills. The only way I have gotten my killstreaks so far is by camping a little bit and shooting from range. The maps are clunky and buildings are in odd positions, the maps don't flow properly at all. What happened to COD 4 and Black ops simplicity. They were so easy to store in your memory, for everyone, making gameplay fun. I see a lot of people and hear a lot of people complaining about the above on their mics mid game, so it isnt just me thinking that. Black ops seemed to cater for a broader audience, people who were not good at the game and people who were brilliant. Many of the best scoring MW3 players seem to be taking advantage of glitches within the game to get ahead of everyone else. Black ops is much more fun in that when you are not doing well you can sit back and try sniping for example, as the maps allowed this. It to me required skill to kill opponents where as this game is so fast its a case of luck. I was getting someawesome scores during one match with 40 kills plus on domination, but then followed this up with 30 deaths. It is so inconsistent and unbalanced. I do find the game fun though and recommend it to all COD fans as a temporary title to keep you going until major improvements are made. But don't expect this title to last long. Look at the vast improvement from WAW and Black ops and from COD 4 and MW2. We need new killstreak rewards, new maps, new locations, new guns, new gun sounds, new characters to control. Black ops was a great game because it was set in a different era, utilising different methods of warfare. I believe the Modern warfare franchise needs to end here and Infinity Ward need to develop a brand new series, set during a different time period, with brand new everything. I will however applaud infinity Ward for introducing point streaks, allowing say a player to get two kills and capture a flag and recieve a UAV etc. Also ranking your guns up is a lot of fun. I find myself wanting to play this game the most right now, but I honestly think that once I have given it a good month of gameplay, which I believe is fair, ill be back on Black ops having fun, even if I am not doing too well. To sum this game up and the whole engine in general, there is to much going on for the type of engine being used.… Expand
  46. refdxf
    Feb 10, 2012
    0
    Well, back to Modern Warfare 2 I guess. Modern Warfare 2 had better map design, weapon design, spawn placement, sound design, kill streak design and frankly weapon proficiencies are a step backward.

    Any fps should have to pass 2 tests: The pistol test. Can a great player win with a pistol? The unlock test. Is the game balanced enough to make a level 1 player be able to compete evenly?    Well, back to Modern Warfare 2 I guess. Modern Warfare 2 had better map design, weapon design, spawn placement, sound design, kill streak design and frankly weapon proficiencies are a step backward.

    Any fps should have to pass 2 tests:
    The pistol test. Can a great player win with a pistol?
    The unlock test. Is the game balanced enough to make a level 1 player be able to compete evenly? Proficiencies undo this.    … Expand
  47. xfamas
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    Multiplayer is good for a COD game; little changes I mean I am happy with the better balancing but seriously feels like a DLC, this is like Battlefield BC2 Vietnam. Only its $60 not $15, also about 2/3 down the campaign (main reason I bought the game loved MW story line) Infinity Ward gives you the middle finger and laughs at you by making one of your favorite characters die. Seriously? IMultiplayer is good for a COD game; little changes I mean I am happy with the better balancing but seriously feels like a DLC, this is like Battlefield BC2 Vietnam. Only its $60 not $15, also about 2/3 down the campaign (main reason I bought the game loved MW story line) Infinity Ward gives you the middle finger and laughs at you by making one of your favorite characters die. Seriously? I was expecting much more. Other than that the game is still decen… Expand
  48. Tension
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I'm disappointed with this game. You would think, okay nothing is going to be as bad as MW2.. well MW3 is living proof that it is. The texture quality is like 360p, and at rare moments 480p.

    The maps are too compacted. There's no real opportunity for you to set up your equipment without an enemy coming to you within 10 seconds after you placed your equipment down. Within 20 seconds,    I'm disappointed with this game. You would think, okay nothing is going to be as bad as MW2.. well MW3 is living proof that it is. The texture quality is like 360p, and at rare moments 480p.

    The maps are too compacted. There's no real opportunity for you to set up your equipment without an enemy coming to you within 10 seconds after you placed your equipment down. Within 20 seconds, you'll encounter at least 2 to 3 enemies already. The flow of the game is not great.

    They reused the layout design which is pretty sad. On top of that, if anyone here remembers the CoD4 map Pipeline, they reused the building where you can go up and camp. They put that building in one of their single player missions. I have nothing good to say about this game. A waste a money. Go get yourself Skyrim, Saint Rows The Third, Battlefield 3 or even Duke Nukem Forever.    … Expand
  49. Hellbug
    Nov 11, 2011
    4
    How do all of these MW fans not see what all of these "meaningless" reviews are pointing out? Don't any of you think it's messed up that these people are scamming people into buying the same gaming experience multiple times in a row? I'd be willing to bet most of those who are bashing this game are not BF3 fan boys (though it's obvious that many love BF3, but hey that is what happens whenHow do all of these MW fans not see what all of these "meaningless" reviews are pointing out? Don't any of you think it's messed up that these people are scamming people into buying the same gaming experience multiple times in a row? I'd be willing to bet most of those who are bashing this game are not BF3 fan boys (though it's obvious that many love BF3, but hey that is what happens when a good game is released), they are just able to objectively judge the difference between the previous MW franchise games, and this one released now. By the way, a new MW was announced for 2012! "Yippee skippee! I love getting scammed as long as my goldfish attention span has its hunger sated!"… Expand
  50. alx-ndr
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    I pull 2.0 KDR easily and I still find this game **** I'm not even getting owned... it's just godamn awful. Black Ops was a very easy game, but at least it was fun. This game is about as fun as getting a tobasco enema.
  51. CuttlefishJones
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    The same regurgitated brain dead shooter as always. Infinite re-spawns and absolutely nothing new. They may have upped the graphics slightly but fall far short of Battlefield. You may as well stick with MW2 and not waste your cash on this dead end of a franchise.
  52. Chatopex
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    Its a 60 dollars DLC. Absolute unnecessary! It's mainly disappointing. There was so much hype for this game, but once you play it, it just feels like a really expensive map pack for Modern Warfare 2.
  53. TheDevilYouKnew
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    I created an account JUST to rate this game. MW3 is simply additional DLC and adds no value for gamers. There is no great leap or advancement in the style or game play, no new engine to wow us with graphics. Save your money
  54. TimeToKill
    Nov 15, 2011
    0
    A copy and paste of all the previous modern wafere, one authenticates shame. And for this activision does he receive from us 70 Eur? For the same game year after year? With a campaign of 7 hours? We are speaking about a modern warfare 2.1, it is not mas that to say. Gentlemen of activision take measurements and offer us a game in conditions.
  55. ocean1
    Nov 15, 2011
    2
    Activision im really dissapointed with the game... I was expecting changes new things that really take me to the highest heights, but as we all can see you just chose the easy way.
    Enough is enough, look ai black ops i dont even like this game at all but in comparisson with WaW they did some amazing improvements. In mw3 you didnt even change the font...same colour dame size same everything    Activision im really dissapointed with the game... I was expecting changes new things that really take me to the highest heights, but as we all can see you just chose the easy way.
    Enough is enough, look ai black ops i dont even like this game at all but in comparisson with WaW they did some amazing improvements. In mw3 you didnt even change the font...same colour dame size same everything im really dissapointed this was a real disappointment. im a real cod fan and i will be lloking forward to the next one but you dont deserve recognition for this one.    … Expand
  56. jackh1982
    Nov 18, 2011
    4
    Each time I play Modern Warfare 3, I invariably become more disappointed. The Single Player campaign plot devices have not evolved at all since MW2. Doing my best to avoid spoilers, I'll just say that the campaign revolves around a seemingly endless onslaught of enemies and is peppered with a few dramatic scenes designed to keep your attention. Multiplayer...it's the same as MW2, but dullEach time I play Modern Warfare 3, I invariably become more disappointed. The Single Player campaign plot devices have not evolved at all since MW2. Doing my best to avoid spoilers, I'll just say that the campaign revolves around a seemingly endless onslaught of enemies and is peppered with a few dramatic scenes designed to keep your attention. Multiplayer...it's the same as MW2, but dull and tired. 16 new maps...and they're all the same: drab locales with obstacles cluttering every path. Most of the obstacles, although only waist high, are not scalable even for the elite warriors of Delta Force. On top video quality settings, the player models are also drab...gray uniforms with shiny gray helmets fighting against dull gray buildings. The playability of the MP maps compared to MW2 and BO is poor. The only necessary MP strategy in MW3 involves a submachine gun and Extreme Conditioning (the Marathon Perk replacement). You can run around all day pegging the slow players. In exchange, their fast teammates will run around and peg you. It's mind-numbingly lackluster combat. Oh, and need we need to remind them that Matchmaking for PC sucks balls? I don't pay for 15mbps cable to connect to a host in France and suffer poor latency. We don't even have the option to select a region to connect to. Sure, you can join and host dedicated servers, but they're UNRANKED. Thanks for nothing!… Expand
  57. PuddiKing
    Dec 29, 2011
    0
    This game **** licks dog dicks eat my **** activision you fat sweaty jew ****
    Scum chewing greedy **** ****
    This game is a piss poor rehash and it **** sucks my balls **** dicks **** you activision you piss head ****
  58. shrooomie
    Mar 29, 2012
    0
    I have to be completly honest. I loved call of duty, i have bought all the games all their map packs and have enjoyed the fast paced multiplayer and single player aspect of it. I have always thought that when a new MW came out, it would be a leap forward in gameplay/sound/graphics/maps/and gear but sadly, i have to say that they completely got it wrong with this game.

    Gameplay is the same    I have to be completly honest. I loved call of duty, i have bought all the games all their map packs and have enjoyed the fast paced multiplayer and single player aspect of it. I have always thought that when a new MW came out, it would be a leap forward in gameplay/sound/graphics/maps/and gear but sadly, i have to say that they completely got it wrong with this game.

    Gameplay is the same as always, except that guns seem generally weaker. Sound is horrible! one thing that enjoyed about the FPS is how they 'try' to be accurate with the noise a certain gun makes. That noise gives the game some realism. This game however, is horrible! All the guns sound like BB/water guns. Maps are boring too!    … Expand
  59. woltrak
    Nov 18, 2011
    0
    BIggest **** i ce ver played, stop activicon cette arnaque de merde, merci de faire de vrais jeux et les pigeons n'acgetez pas ce jeu merdiasue merdiqie
  60. Kraut
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Worthless PoS, same EXACT lagfest as MW2, nothing changed at all, the maps blow, are WAY too small, and make absolutely NO sense. IW has destroyed a once great series.
  61. Nikchi
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    It is a map pack. Yes, it'll keep the kiddies entertained. Yes, it may have outsold Battlefield 3. And, Yes, it might be played even a year from now. But if they think that they can get $60 out of me, then No. No, I don't want to pay for a bunch of people sitting there doing nothing. No, I will not pay for the same thing twice. No, I don't care about the hype that this game received.It is a map pack. Yes, it'll keep the kiddies entertained. Yes, it may have outsold Battlefield 3. And, Yes, it might be played even a year from now. But if they think that they can get $60 out of me, then No. No, I don't want to pay for a bunch of people sitting there doing nothing. No, I will not pay for the same thing twice. No, I don't care about the hype that this game received. Sorry, but my $60 will be going to some other company that deserves it. Maybe Ubisoft's AC:Revelations, at least they put money into making a better story and graphics.
    Or Naughty Dog's Uncharted 3.
    Maybe even Skyrim or something. At least those publishing houses put work and effort into their games.    … Expand
  62. VivaMexico4
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    When I started playing FIRST PERSON SHOOTERS, I began with HALO. When COD MW:1 came out, I was hooked with the series until Black Ops. Then I was introduced to Battlefield BadCompany 2, which is when I said screw COD. I could not wait for Battlefield 3...but then a few weeks before it came out, I began remembering my days with COD...the glory days. I almost got excited for MW3. I did allWhen I started playing FIRST PERSON SHOOTERS, I began with HALO. When COD MW:1 came out, I was hooked with the series until Black Ops. Then I was introduced to Battlefield BadCompany 2, which is when I said screw COD. I could not wait for Battlefield 3...but then a few weeks before it came out, I began remembering my days with COD...the glory days. I almost got excited for MW3. I did all the research that was available on the internet about MW3 during this past October........it was clear to me that BATTLEFIELD 3 was definitely the better game and most thrilling. I'm a veteran of both franchises, and I am telling you seriously...if you give BF a try and play the way it's supposed to be played instead of running and gunning, you will be amazed...I promise you!… Expand
  63. SyncV2
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Same old crap... They could have just made it a DLC for MW2... Which was also crap. I seriously don't understand people that are willing to pay more than 15$ for this.
  64. andree1991
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Horrible!!!! SHAME ON ACTIVISION.This game is pure crap and its no more than a DLC please do not buy this game, Either ps3 or xbox is the same stuff so please do yourself a favour and buy something else. Stop giving Activision your hard-earned money cause this is nothing new
  65. ll-Rafael-ll
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    This is the same old rehashed s**t. It's exactly the same as Modern Warfare 3 and offers nothing new to the table, other than new maps and weapons. Activision will just keep on releasing the same old game every year as long as people buy the game because it's called "Call of Duty".
  66. Brutane
    Nov 8, 2011
    4
    Multiplayer is busted and that's what you buy it for its just plain BS. Spawning is terrible maps are way too tight you can't see 10 feet in front of yourself. I've never been shot in the back soooo many times.
  67. Picasso
    Nov 9, 2011
    3
    I don't often review things, simply because I make an informed choice about what I buy so am usually pleased with what I get. MW3 however is the exception to this rule. I bought this because I've played the series since COD3 and have generally pleased with the progression the game has made. Sadly there is no progression, just a quantum leap backwards.

    The multiplayer offers nothing really    I don't often review things, simply because I make an informed choice about what I buy so am usually pleased with what I get. MW3 however is the exception to this rule. I bought this because I've played the series since COD3 and have generally pleased with the progression the game has made. Sadly there is no progression, just a quantum leap backwards.

    The multiplayer offers nothing really new (Team Defender is good though), the maps are terrible - disjointed, cluttered and lacking any flow or indication that thought has been put into them. There are maybe 4-5 decent maps (IMO) but others may disagree on which they are.

    Anyway, my advice is: if you liked MW2, stick with it and keep £44 in your pocket. If you don't have MW2 then buy a second-hand copy of Black Ops which is FAR better multiplayer-wise. If you buy this then all you'll have is a sense of disappointment, a feeling of Deja-vu and a lighter wallet.

    I think the COD franchise/series has reached an inglorious end as I can't see it recovering from the various developer upheavals. Sad day.    … Expand
  68. seandewar5
    Jan 14, 2012
    4
    Wow, Call of Duty : Modern Warfare 3, what an anticipated game - made of complete garbage.

    First thing, the pros : - Fast paced multiplayer action which is what made the multiplayer popular. - Very addicting. And now, the cons : - Unbalanced weapons such as the Akimbo FMG9 and the Type 95; still overpowering even after two months of the game's release. - The lack of dedicated servers -    Wow, Call of Duty : Modern Warfare 3, what an anticipated game - made of complete garbage.

    First thing, the pros :
    - Fast paced multiplayer action which is what made the multiplayer popular.
    - Very addicting.

    And now, the cons :
    - Unbalanced weapons such as the Akimbo FMG9 and the Type 95; still overpowering even after two months of the game's release.
    - The lack of dedicated servers - was a disappointment; but I can see their point on the cost (how did Battlefield 3 achieve it, then?)
    - Lag and hit detection problems; yes, it was not as bad as Call of Duty : Black Ops, but still terrible compared to past titles.
    - Short storyline; hell, you may as well buy the game for the multiplayer - but even THAT'S flawed.

    Need I say more? Please do not buy this game, let the series die now, it's made enough mistakes.    … Expand
  69. AuraGuider
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I was quite excited to play this game, I really was. But once I popped in that disc, I heard familiar sounds. I saw familiar sights, I heard familiar voices. This game is by far one of the laziest and worst efforts put forth by a video game company. They expect people to pay $60 for a lackluster story and a few maps, while newer games like Skyrim offer 100's of hours of content? It'sI was quite excited to play this game, I really was. But once I popped in that disc, I heard familiar sounds. I saw familiar sights, I heard familiar voices. This game is by far one of the laziest and worst efforts put forth by a video game company. They expect people to pay $60 for a lackluster story and a few maps, while newer games like Skyrim offer 100's of hours of content? It's pathetic. Modern Warfare 1 changed the way FPS games were, and modernized it, literally. But when you don't even modernize your engine after 4 years, you're just in it to make money off morons who buy according to hype.
    P.S. Go back to Modern Warfare 1. Same deal, much cheaper.    … Expand
  70. megantereon
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    WHY isn't there a demo for this game? Because few would pay $60 for this if they knew what they were getting. After the reviews I borrowed it, and decided it was not worth more than $20. So I am returning my unopened pre- order and will get something else. I have MW and MW2 and will continue to enjoy them for the $120 they already cost me. I made the mistake of getting Black Ops andWHY isn't there a demo for this game? Because few would pay $60 for this if they knew what they were getting. After the reviews I borrowed it, and decided it was not worth more than $20. So I am returning my unopened pre- order and will get something else. I have MW and MW2 and will continue to enjoy them for the $120 they already cost me. I made the mistake of getting Black Ops and regret it. i will wait until some of the unhappy gamers sell their game. It will be under $30 before xmass. I'm waiting until it hits $19 which would be a fair price for the qualtiy of this game. For $60 this is a 3.0.… Expand
  71. CODRippedUsoff
    Nov 9, 2011
    2
    This game gets a 2 out of 10. Same Game, same graphics, same sounds, nothing is new but a few lame play styles, it lags all the time or loses game connectivity. Its the last time I will be buying a COD game! IF you agree connect to the site I posted and Help the movement to open their eyes!

    http://www.facebook.com/pages/COD-Ripped-US-OFF/314273318589267
  72. Eddshouse
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    They have totally killed mutliplayer. Small crowded maps, loads of lag and too many points of entry to cover yourself. Played cod since the very start but I'll never buy another.
  73. anacreon
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Everything in this is game isn't worth the $60 price tag i mean everything new online could have been added with a patch. If you really want to get it wait for a price drop otherwise continue playing mw2
  74. Article_Reader
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    I'd be saying to much if I say this game was MW2.5

    It's more Like MW2: The Lost DLC Edition Because it's basically the same game! I can't believe I was tricked into buying $60 DLC. The mulitiplayer maps are the worst in the series, The singleplayer is way to short, and the graphics, same dull texters Instead of getting Skyrim, I wasted my hard earned cash on this pathetic excuse for a    I'd be saying to much if I say this game was MW2.5

    It's more Like MW2: The Lost DLC Edition

    Because it's basically the same game!
    I can't believe I was tricked into buying $60 DLC. The mulitiplayer maps are the worst in the series, The singleplayer is way to short, and the graphics, same dull texters

    Instead of getting Skyrim, I wasted my hard earned cash on this pathetic excuse for a game
    Never in my life have I felt like such a dumbass    … Expand
  75. sharjah
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Bought this game, took it home, and played it. Then I realized the game I was playing was one that I already owned. I had owned several copies of this game. Why did I even go out and buy it? I thought it was new game, but I already have three of them.
  76. Lagransiete
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Seriously?? SERIOUSLY?? THE SAME GAME?? **** this **** I've already played this kinds of game before, I'm not playing a COD game until they offer some NEW mechanics...
  77. tpb
    Nov 11, 2011
    1
    When mw2 came out I couldn't run it on my pc, so I stayed with cod4. When I finally upgraded I bought black ops to play with a friend, and skipped mw2. I heard mw3 was like mw2 so I bought it because I never played mw2. I chose mw3 over bf3 even though I wasn't too happpy with black ops and stopped playing after a month. I don't need to go into detail what I don't like about the game,When mw2 came out I couldn't run it on my pc, so I stayed with cod4. When I finally upgraded I bought black ops to play with a friend, and skipped mw2. I heard mw3 was like mw2 so I bought it because I never played mw2. I chose mw3 over bf3 even though I wasn't too happpy with black ops and stopped playing after a month. I don't need to go into detail what I don't like about the game, everyone else has done that to death. I downloaded mw3 from steam as soon as it was available and couldn't wait. I played for about 2 hours right away and 2 more hours later. That afternoon I found myself playing cod 4 on a server with 25 other people regretting my choice of purchase that morning. Last cod game I ever buy. The score isn't on the game as a whole, which would be good if I never played a cod game, but based on what it should have been and should have made me feel. I feel ripped off and wish I could return it and at least try bf3.… Expand
  78. Keynee
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    How can people be so blind?
  79. ExpFist
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    If you hate your money, and would like to own a steaming pile of **** inside of a small DVD case, then this game is for you! This is a horrible game designed for brainless kids. I guess that's awesome if your target audience will shell out $60 a year for the same game.
  80. Beel456
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Like every other single CoD game after Modern Warfare 1.You pay 60 dollars for the exact same game. When are they going to have some decency and stop milking the franchise for everything it's worth? CoD stopped being fun a looooong time ago.
  81. mattmtm
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Rehash, rehash, rehash. Disappointment of the century. I would like to say I'm surprised, but I'm not. Good looked like trash from the get go. I will be selling this back asap
  82. Vodkush
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Same game, different name. Its pathetic that the industry continues to support this series, and Infinity Ward. The same content every year with different skins, and a map pack worth of maps.
  83. dtrock78
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    Identical to MW 2????.......

    Hardly! This game is a SHELL of MW2 or even Black Ops.....................Every map is small, gray, and boring! They completely took the verticality out of the game, for what????........It's like you're fighting in a block of swiss cheese. Death from 360 degrees, respawn, run 5 seconds, get shot, respawn, repeat!...................................The    Identical to MW 2????.......

    Hardly! This game is a SHELL of MW2 or even Black Ops.....................Every map is small, gray, and boring! They completely took the verticality out of the game, for what????........It's like you're fighting in a block of swiss cheese. Death from 360 degrees, respawn, run 5 seconds, get shot, respawn, repeat!...................................The reason the game got such good reviews from "professionals" is because Activision wines and dines these guys for a year prior to the game being released, they flew a bunch of them down to some military shooting excursion last year for crying out loud................Do yourselves a favor and pick up BF3, it's insane. The graphics are twice as good, the weapon sounds are unreal (they vary based on the size of the room you're in, the material you are firing against, etc, and the maps take 10 minutes to run across on foot! Throw in some humvees and choppers, and you get the picture, and this is coming from a diehard COD fanboy.................the Modern Warfare series is officially DOA.    … Expand
  84. REVIEWAN
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    If I wanted to play Modern Warfare 2 I would have bought Black ops, or the actual game.

    Same game, same gimmick, same fans, and same advertisements. If you like rehashed maps, card board guns, and horrible campaign, this game is for you.
  85. PunisherLH
    Nov 15, 2011
    3
    I used to love the Call of Duty series since playing Call of Duty 2. Then I played this game. The Campaign is Anti-Climatic and has the same ridiculously predictable moments. Helicopters, Tanks, Explosions. This is essentially the same game. Survival Mode is actually the highlight of the game. Infinity Ward's take on Zombies came off quite well to me. Then the Multiplayer ruins the entireI used to love the Call of Duty series since playing Call of Duty 2. Then I played this game. The Campaign is Anti-Climatic and has the same ridiculously predictable moments. Helicopters, Tanks, Explosions. This is essentially the same game. Survival Mode is actually the highlight of the game. Infinity Ward's take on Zombies came off quite well to me. Then the Multiplayer ruins the entire game for me. Truly TERRIBLE maps. The gameplay doesn't flow like it used to and the maps prevent the game from being anything great. I'd advise renting or buying this pre-owned. I do not own a copy of Battlefield 3, not even played it. This is an honest review.… Expand
  86. Scooda954
    Nov 17, 2011
    0
    Honestly the only reason i would get this game is because most of my friends got it. I rather just play black ops (The best COD) but now that i got Skyrim (best game that i have ever played on ps3) i have been playing that none stop since Monday and im still at the begining which is amazing. Thats actually worth 60 bucks mw3 is worth 29.99 at the most.
  87. Son_of_Jor-eL
    Nov 17, 2011
    3
    After the fails in Modern Warfare 2 I expected a new innovative game from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 which i got to say did not live up to all the hype. after the on going battle between EA`s Battlefield 3 you would have thought Infinity Ward would have did something spectacular with Modern Warfare 3, The maps are the worst in any FPS game that i played, after the faults of TreyarchsAfter the fails in Modern Warfare 2 I expected a new innovative game from Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 which i got to say did not live up to all the hype. after the on going battle between EA`s Battlefield 3 you would have thought Infinity Ward would have did something spectacular with Modern Warfare 3, The maps are the worst in any FPS game that i played, after the faults of Treyarchs Black ops which i hated i must say it is a better game than Modern Warfare 3. the spawning and rewarding bad players with kill streaks (support killstreaks) are some of the problems. this is what Infinity Ward gets from listening to bad players (noobs) on how to fix a game if Infinity Ward was not going to release a innovating they should have just given us MW2 with without one man army and danger close perks because the maps and game play in MW@ was great except those 2 perks. MW3 under powered kill streaks are useless when destroying air support kill streaks gives noobs a point towards their support streak which does not end when you die they can continue to build, so everybody has a stinger as secondary, but you assault kill streak are not stack able if you cycle through them with out using one..lets say i`m running UAV (3) care package(4) predator missile(5) and i get in a few gun fights before i get a chance to use my UAV & care package and get them again because kill streaks roll over if you don`t die, but i will not have 2 UAV`s or care packages even though i earned them...smh! is this the end of Call of Duty? maybe so if Black Ops 2 don`t bring a new engine & a new innovative game play to the table next year.… Expand
  88. Geekgod420
    Nov 18, 2011
    3
    So, the game isn't terrible, but it isn't good. I loved CoD4 and MW2, but I feel Activision has run this franchise into the ground with its annual release of essentially the same product. Sadly I no longer care about what happens to Soap, price, or any of the other Task Force guys. BOTTOM LINE: If you are hoping for the game to go back to its CoD4 grandeur than you will be let down as ISo, the game isn't terrible, but it isn't good. I loved CoD4 and MW2, but I feel Activision has run this franchise into the ground with its annual release of essentially the same product. Sadly I no longer care about what happens to Soap, price, or any of the other Task Force guys. BOTTOM LINE: If you are hoping for the game to go back to its CoD4 grandeur than you will be let down as I was. If you are looking for more MW2 then you should have fun with it.… Expand
  89. grapehead510
    Nov 18, 2011
    0
    This game is garbage, I wanted to like it but I returned it because I can buy MW2 for a lot less. I can't believe all the review sites that are seemingly getting paid off to give it good reviews. At least we the people can speak the truth!
  90. Bamaballer256
    Nov 18, 2011
    0
    This game is an utter disappointment. First off, they need to change the title from "Modern Warfare 3" to "Modern Warfare 2.5". This is basically a $60 DLC for an already stale game. Call of Duty 4 was the greatest game of the series...everything after has been downhill. What Sledgehammer admitted to doing with the MP was probably the worst thing TO ME that could've been done. TheyThis game is an utter disappointment. First off, they need to change the title from "Modern Warfare 3" to "Modern Warfare 2.5". This is basically a $60 DLC for an already stale game. Call of Duty 4 was the greatest game of the series...everything after has been downhill. What Sledgehammer admitted to doing with the MP was probably the worst thing TO ME that could've been done. They intentionally removed Sniper Maps in order to eliminate "camping". Why put in Sniper classes if we are not able to properly use them? I love to Run-n-Gun, but I also like to Snipe on certain maps. To pay $60 for a game and then basically to be told how to play it is pathetic. This is ridiculous, as Snipers are not "Run-n-Gunners". Sledgehammer also encourages people to "Quickscope", which is a major disappointment. This was a huge problem with past CODs, and for them to ENCOURAGE this is really sad. There are many issues with MP that need to be fixed, but Sledgehammer/Activision pretty much could care less since they already have everyone's money that purchased this game. This game doesn't even provide anything new. Everything looks the same and plays the same, with the exception of the sound. The weapons and explosions in this game sound cheap and dull...not even my Turtlebeach Headset could make it sound better. I am glad I bought Battlefield 3, although it has some issues that need to be addressed, but at least Dice acknowledges them and are fixing them. I hate you Activision for what you have done, and I really hate Sledgehammer for killing the COD game by taking out certain maps and encouraging that gay ass quickscoping. You guys suck and so does this game. I am one of CODs biggest fans, and I am sad to say, that this game sucks! Save your money and buy Skyrim.… Expand
  91. MichaelFiamski
    Dec 3, 2011
    0
    Horrible copy paste of Modern Warfare 2. Do not buy it! Everything is the same! It's like an overpriced DLC for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare! Activision, Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer should all be ashamed of themselves!
  92. Diabolus666
    Feb 15, 2012
    3
    Ok. Had this game since release date but wanted to give them some time to fix possible bugs. I think 3 months is more than enough but OH, BOY... I won't argue about the "old mechanics". We all knew it was more of the same. Just cause of that, it deserves a 6 score. But the bugs... mainly the lag compensation thing and crazy spawns did it for me. Just giving a heads up: If you live in aOk. Had this game since release date but wanted to give them some time to fix possible bugs. I think 3 months is more than enough but OH, BOY... I won't argue about the "old mechanics". We all knew it was more of the same. Just cause of that, it deserves a 6 score. But the bugs... mainly the lag compensation thing and crazy spawns did it for me. Just giving a heads up: If you live in a country where most of the people have a connection that is 10% of what you have DON'T EVEN TRY this game. You'll end up having to nerf your connection and using it on "Moderate" Type in order to play anything.… Expand
  93. Mema
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    The fact that there is an audience for Call of Duty astounds me. This generic shooter is the same copy and paste formula we have been seeing year after year from Activision. With its low skill ceiling and over powered incentives this game lacks any variety what so ever. This game is more fitting as a map pack, a bad one at that.
  94. Fogz
    Nov 8, 2011
    3
    OK. What are we looking at, 2 years of development. What have we got? 3 months of work, 21 months of holidays that all i can see. Yes the game has strong combat elements and exiting but thats far from the point here. We pay £40 quid for this game and expect to get our moneys worth, well in this case we dont. The graphics look like a high end PS2 title at best ( would go as farOK. What are we looking at, 2 years of development. What have we got? 3 months of work, 21 months of holidays that all i can see. Yes the game has strong combat elements and exiting but thats far from the point here. We pay £40 quid for this game and expect to get our moneys worth, well in this case we dont. The graphics look like a high end PS2 title at best ( would go as far to say worse then MW2) weapons sound affect remind me of paint ball guns and the maps are as small as my back garden. In all a poor show, didnt expect this at all. Will think again before spending my cash on this franchise.… Expand
  95. IronMan619
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    looks like i am not the only one that thinks this is a horrible game. I was one of the many people who waited for the midnight launch of the game. I waited 2 hours just so when i went on today to play multiplayer and there is nothing. It is like everyone says it is, modern warfare 2 with a few added weapons and perks and that's it. The graphics are bad just like the game play and the lag.looks like i am not the only one that thinks this is a horrible game. I was one of the many people who waited for the midnight launch of the game. I waited 2 hours just so when i went on today to play multiplayer and there is nothing. It is like everyone says it is, modern warfare 2 with a few added weapons and perks and that's it. The graphics are bad just like the game play and the lag. If you want a FPS go with battlefield 3 or wait for more games to come out this holiday season. I would not recommend giving your money to Activison because all you will get is a big fat 60 buck lemon. you have been warned… Expand
  96. Csium
    Nov 8, 2011
    1
    What a total pile of faeces. Campaign Average, Spec ops below average and the MP holy hell I thought it was my internet that made the gameplay in mw2 totally unplayable but after upgrading and finding it infact made no difference I thought hit markers problems and constant lag problems, etc in mw3 wouldn't exist, but no to my disgust after playing Mw3 its the worst out of all of them. Mw2What a total pile of faeces. Campaign Average, Spec ops below average and the MP holy hell I thought it was my internet that made the gameplay in mw2 totally unplayable but after upgrading and finding it infact made no difference I thought hit markers problems and constant lag problems, etc in mw3 wouldn't exist, but no to my disgust after playing Mw3 its the worst out of all of them. Mw2 had its problems at the start with unplayablity and Blops which I was patient. But to push out the tired ,boring and lazy turd and not learning any sort of lessons at all by just sending out a message or just tweaking it. Also making people pay for overpriced map packs and now cod elite after seemingly not fixing anything (and I can't seem them fixing it) after knowing full well most of the people buying it will be doing so for the MP, then this is , in my opinion offensive. They have no respect for the community that has been behind them. I being one of them purchasing most of the games and a few packs.… Expand
  97. TeaGreedy
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Obvious this game was not in development for two years. Activision has repackaged MW2 with a new map pack and completely duped there customers into paying a full game price. Sorry but this is the last time I will be buying a COD game. I was upset with all the bugs in the release of BF3 but at least those guys are moving forward and being innovative. I'm sorry to say but it looks like BF4Obvious this game was not in development for two years. Activision has repackaged MW2 with a new map pack and completely duped there customers into paying a full game price. Sorry but this is the last time I will be buying a COD game. I was upset with all the bugs in the release of BF3 but at least those guys are moving forward and being innovative. I'm sorry to say but it looks like BF4 is going to be the game to play in the next iteration since Activision are so far behind the curve now it's not even a joke. Talk about killing the goose that lays the golden eggs.… Expand
  98. PS3Man
    Nov 9, 2011
    4
    I honestly was expecting more. I loved Black Ops and thought it was the best CoD yet. I was hoping that Infinity Ward would build on what Black Ops had alreadt accomplished. Instead, Infinity Ward decided to only expand on MW2. MW2 is a two year old game and is dated. Black Ops is new and full of amazing features such as dolphin diving, wager matches, cod points, etc. IW disregardedI honestly was expecting more. I loved Black Ops and thought it was the best CoD yet. I was hoping that Infinity Ward would build on what Black Ops had alreadt accomplished. Instead, Infinity Ward decided to only expand on MW2. MW2 is a two year old game and is dated. Black Ops is new and full of amazing features such as dolphin diving, wager matches, cod points, etc. IW disregarded everything that Treyarch did right and only wanted to improve their game. The maps are to small and it seems as though there is too much going on at once. I have already started to go back to Black Ops instead of playing MW3. This game also has some positives though. The connection for multiplayer is greatly increased and is great. Overall, this is more of a Modern Warfare 2.5 than a Modern Warfare 3. This is not the change that I wanted and I believe that IW only put in minimal work into this game. I am a huge fan of CoD, but this is not what I wanted.… Expand
  99. bittermann
    Nov 9, 2011
    1
    Really disappointing. There was so much hype for this game, but once you play it, it just feels like a really expensive map pack for COD (insert ver. number here). It doesn't change virtually anything, the graphics, the game play and most of the weapons are the same. This is a series where you could previously see at least a little effort on the part of the developers but now its just aReally disappointing. There was so much hype for this game, but once you play it, it just feels like a really expensive map pack for COD (insert ver. number here). It doesn't change virtually anything, the graphics, the game play and most of the weapons are the same. This is a series where you could previously see at least a little effort on the part of the developers but now its just a money grabbing effort on the publisher. Save your money and purchase BF3..… Expand
  100. K3ViNPwNz-
    Nov 8, 2011
    2
    woops srry about that i accidently gave this game a 10 so i came back to change it.deservers a 4 or somewhere around those numbers.DO NOT buy this game.Its is overrated.Story mode was just so horrible n very outdated gfx
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 39
  3. Negative: 0 out of 39
  1. Push Square
    Feb 10, 2012
    90
    There's a tangible insistence from gamers that this series needs to evolve, but it seems unwarranted when it still leads the FPS class. The engine's definitely in need of an overhaul, but when it comes to thumping set-pieces and addictive multiplayer design, Modern Warfare 3 is still in a league of its own.
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  2. GameSpot
    Feb 1, 2012
    85
    By sticking to the series' strengths, Modern Warfare 3 delivers some of the best competitive, cooperate, and single-player shooting in the business.
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  3. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    Jan 4, 2012
    90
    As a complete package, Modern Warfare 3 takes the cake. [Jan 2012, p.67]
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