Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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  1. Reaper154
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    Honestly I'm fairly disappointed. IW had a chance to make a truly great game but they completely let me down. Before you read further I was not a fan of MW2 either and honestly this feels cut and pasted with a few new features here or there. From the return of death streaks to the god awful map design this game just completely let me down. At the store the cashier put my copy in a MW2 caseHonestly I'm fairly disappointed. IW had a chance to make a truly great game but they completely let me down. Before you read further I was not a fan of MW2 either and honestly this feels cut and pasted with a few new features here or there. From the return of death streaks to the god awful map design this game just completely let me down. At the store the cashier put my copy in a MW2 case with a 3 scribbled over the 2… Expand
  2. djhazardous
    Nov 8, 2011
    5
    To the people wondering if Modern Warfare 3 would take a hit due to the 40+ staff of Infinity Award leaving, look no further. The answer sadly, is yes. It has taken a huge hit. This review is primarily focused at the multiplayer (which I have loved both (COD 4: MW & MW2).

    Unfortunate to say MW3 is nowhere near as good as the previous games in terms of multiplayer, with the major drawback    To the people wondering if Modern Warfare 3 would take a hit due to the 40+ staff of Infinity Award leaving, look no further. The answer sadly, is yes. It has taken a huge hit. This review is primarily focused at the multiplayer (which I have loved both (COD 4: MW & MW2).

    Unfortunate to say MW3 is nowhere near as good as the previous games in terms of multiplayer, with the major drawback being the map design. With 16 maps included on the disc you'd think there would be atleast a dozen of good quality maps, instead you're met with 16 small, maze ridden maps that have no flow whatsoever. In my opinion there are about 3-5 bearable maps, the rest are so poor even the maps from Black Ops outshine. I seriously think when the **** hit the fan at IW all the map designers left because the 16 on offer are truly awful. Pretty much all buildings are locked out and everything is basically flat, there are no areas to cover your six and it's completely geared toward the Rambo COD gamers that run around like blue arsed flies shooting and running constantly.

    It is a severe disappointment,. I was expecting this game to not match the quality of the previous two games but even then I was still majorly let down.

    This is the worst COD MP I have ever played, and that includes COD2, COD4, W@W, MW2 & Black Ops.

    This is a completely truthful opinion from a big fan of the series, unfortunately it seems that it is now time to leave it for dead (or atleast go back to the awesome MW2).

    Seriously, the maps are truly awful. I am selling this game as soon as I have finished the campaign.    … Expand
  3. schiapu
    Nov 8, 2011
    5
    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. It doesn't change virtually anything, the graphics are the same, the game play is the same, most weapons are the same. This is a series where you could previously see at least a little effort on the part of the developers, starting withIt'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. It doesn't change virtually anything, the graphics are the same, the game play is the same, most weapons are the same. This is a series where you could previously see at least a little effort on the part of the developers, starting with the wonderful CoD 4 that revolutionized the industry and moving onto Modern Warfare 2, which improved a lot of things in the multiplayer aspect and was a great title. This just feels insulting. Taking 60 bucks away for a few map and a SP campaign which could have been as well DLC. Infinity Ward really dropped the ball here, get this game used if you can, it's worth used, never new.… Expand
  4. dinohunterpat
    Nov 27, 2011
    5
    This is a game that despite its merits, fails to recapture the glory of its predecessors MW1 & MW2. This is focused on the campaign because single-player still matters and it's used frequently in trailers and demos. The gunplay is solid for the most part, there's plenty of variety in forms of gunner sequences, and the campaign set pieces are still kickass as always. But the story justThis is a game that despite its merits, fails to recapture the glory of its predecessors MW1 & MW2. This is focused on the campaign because single-player still matters and it's used frequently in trailers and demos. The gunplay is solid for the most part, there's plenty of variety in forms of gunner sequences, and the campaign set pieces are still kickass as always. But the story just tries to hard to copy its predecessors and fails with writing that would make even Kojima scream. The story copies its predecessorHow and why the hell would Russia simultaneously invade all of Europe? What did Europe do and how can the Russian army have the manpower for the invasion. Also, if the Russian president is flying over for a peace treaty, who the hell gave the order to invade Europe? Add to that the shallow and token attempt at shock and awe. In the game a child is blown up, but it's so shallow and token. What's the purpose? War and Terrorism are bad? The nuke in MW1 and airport shooting already proved that point. Even those shock moments have some meaning; the MW1's nuke caused general shepard to spark a war in MW2 and the airport shooting in MW2 lead to the Russian invasion in MW3. It's a cliched and poorly designed story that outdoes the neo-con fantasies of tom clancy and john milius. Sure some guy can say it's supposed to be like a michael bay movie or that multiplayer is the real meat. But the COD series have always campaigns that raised the stakes and stunned millions. Given that kick-ass FPSs like Bioshock and HL2 have shown that shooters can tell great stories without compromising high octane shooting gameplay, this feels a bit underwhelming. If IW and Sledgehammer make a new COD game, they have to do better.… Expand
  5. ThisNameIsTaken
    Mar 12, 2013
    5
    I've never really been a big fan of recent first person shooter games and very rarely will i truly enjoy one. I had a friend of mine let me borrow this game for about a week. After trying this game out, it still did not change my opinion of recent FPS games. The single player campaign was pretty bad, while the online multiplayer was a mess. The storyline was (in my opinion) filled withI've never really been a big fan of recent first person shooter games and very rarely will i truly enjoy one. I had a friend of mine let me borrow this game for about a week. After trying this game out, it still did not change my opinion of recent FPS games. The single player campaign was pretty bad, while the online multiplayer was a mess. The storyline was (in my opinion) filled with boring characters, and average set pieces (the Eiffel Tower faling down was good, i'll admit, but there were just too many explosions throughout the whole campaign) and dull, grey environments (I know it's a war game, but even the cities in which the story takes place in aren't grey and dull).It was just a forgettable campaign. The multiplayer was the worst experience I had with the game, since most of the games I had joined were either extremely laggy, filled with screaming little kids, or the game not letting me in the match at all. The maps were also really forgettable. Seeing that i'm not a big fan of recent FPS', this review might seem a bit biased. Honestly, if nearly all gaming magazines and websites didn't constantly advertise it, I would even say it was rushed. So thats my opinion, thats its just a forgettable, mediocre game.… Expand
  6. mrnice
    Sep 26, 2013
    7
    The predecessor to this game has influenced the metascore of this one. The question is: Does it improve on MW2? In my opinion, it does so in MANY WAYS! First of all, the campaign is more spectacular. It feels bigger, and there are a few scenes so beautifully modelled that I think they're worth seeking out! (Hint: think about sailing on the river of a major city, with lots of activity andThe predecessor to this game has influenced the metascore of this one. The question is: Does it improve on MW2? In my opinion, it does so in MANY WAYS! First of all, the campaign is more spectacular. It feels bigger, and there are a few scenes so beautifully modelled that I think they're worth seeking out! (Hint: think about sailing on the river of a major city, with lots of activity and effects around you it looks grand!). I think the story is more sober. It continues on MW2, but the motivations are more exposed to the player. For example, there are high-importance hostages involved and the player is closer to the centre of the story. The multiplayer has at least one new game mode that makes it more interesting than MW2. 'Kill Confirmed' is a team deathmatch where kills only count if someone gets to the killed enemy and collects a 'proof' that the kill happened. This introduces an element of strategy and intelligence, because the bodies could be protected by enemies, and there's a payoff if you get hit right after you collected a proof or maybe two. You can also cancel enemy kills by reaching team member bodies. I thought this game was a cool improvement on MW2, but only as long as you're looking for more of the same, and EXACTLY that.… Expand
  7. Liquid_Blue7
    Mar 18, 2012
    5
    I have friends that literally buy each coming COD for the sole reason that the next one will have new guns, perks, and maps. No care for plot or anything other than the multiplayer. Not that this isn't a good game since I've played a good chunk with friends...but it is a huge step down from Black Ops. The only thing 'fun' here is Survival Mode.
  8. mudgie0205
    Jun 25, 2012
    5
    Modern Warfare was lityerally the exact same game as MW2 in the multip[ayer, but not in the singleplayer, i think that the campaign is good but not as good as the MW2 campaign (Going to complete my review later.)
  9. MaidenEXP
    Nov 24, 2012
    6
    The worst Modern Warfare game with difference. The first was something so new, the second has made the best multiplayer of FPS since 2009, but this one... This game doesn´t offer something new, something with the power of make it different. His multiplayer mode doesn´t have any evolution from the second Modern Warfare, the campaing mode is exciting but unreal, and the Spec OpsThe worst Modern Warfare game with difference. The first was something so new, the second has made the best multiplayer of FPS since 2009, but this one... This game doesn´t offer something new, something with the power of make it different. His multiplayer mode doesn´t have any evolution from the second Modern Warfare, the campaing mode is exciting but unreal, and the Spec Ops are bored than the ones in the modern warfare 2. This game was made for sell a lot of copies, and it can´t sell as much as Black Ops. This was also the Call of duty I played less. I only reached 3 prestiges modes, with the 6 I made in Black Ops. One of the most dissapointing games I have played in my life...… Expand
  10. Jonathankira
    Jul 13, 2013
    7
    What seems to be a massive add on despite having a great story which you see a many memorable scenes from killing. cough..... and yea. the game was only purchased because i needed more guns and maps but ended up using this mainly to play infected and spec ops with my family and friends. seems to me a bit over priced to pay a game they didn't even refine
  11. Cole123
    Jun 19, 2014
    5
    Modern Warfare 3 is the biggest example that I can give of a Copy-Paste game. The Campaign continues the story of MW2 and it was still pretty good but didn't have the addicting factor that the other campaigns had (atleast not with me) but it still featured a great satisfying ending. The muliplayer is basically MW2 but with horrible maps, bad killstreaks, and a handfull of campingModern Warfare 3 is the biggest example that I can give of a Copy-Paste game. The Campaign continues the story of MW2 and it was still pretty good but didn't have the addicting factor that the other campaigns had (atleast not with me) but it still featured a great satisfying ending. The muliplayer is basically MW2 but with horrible maps, bad killstreaks, and a handfull of camping mp7,assassin tryhards. The game provides less fun and you get bored of it after a week.… Expand
  12. gamer2013
    Jan 6, 2013
    7
    good last year

    playing this now the gameplay is not that smooth good campaign

    rly fun survival mode soild spec ops missions

    and very fun multiplayer black ops 2 feels smoother but this game is more memorable and betetr if ur not a massive cod fan
  13. EliteReviews
    Jan 14, 2013
    7
    Modern Warfare 3 ended in a most satisfying, and comforting way. After seeing the death of some of my favorite characters, I am very glad to see the ending work out the way it did. I did not figure this game to be as good or better than Modern Warfare 2, considering it was better than Modern Warfare 3. The campaign of this game did not add as much as Modern Warfare 2 had in it, but it wasModern Warfare 3 ended in a most satisfying, and comforting way. After seeing the death of some of my favorite characters, I am very glad to see the ending work out the way it did. I did not figure this game to be as good or better than Modern Warfare 2, considering it was better than Modern Warfare 3. The campaign of this game did not add as much as Modern Warfare 2 had in it, but it was a most satisfying way to end the trilogy. It went beyond my expectations, but not nearly as close as any other Call of Duty game did. The multiplayer of the game is a different story. I generally hated the multiplayer which is why I did not get far in the online ranks of the game. This here was the turning point to my thoughts about Modern Warfare 3. To me, there were simply too many people that took the game more serious than it needed to be, especially for a war game. If they were playing Battlefield 3, I could see why they would be taking it seriously, it has much more fast paced action to it, a breath taking view of modern and urban war, and the detail to the game is tremendous. Especially the jets they put in it, but I am not here to review Battlefield 3, and this is not a comparison and contrast essay. I am here to review a game that did not amuse me in the multiplayer field as much as any other Call of Duty game did. I don't recommend the game that much to people who can't stand others who whine entirely like the game is real, and start using foul language, especially kids that should not be cussing at their age. - Collin

    My Rating: 7/10
    Trenton's Rating: 7/10    … Expand
  14. chrisjones914
    Jul 8, 2013
    5
    So many people love to hate on the Call of Duty series, and I'm starting to understand why! I mean don't get me wrong the campaigns are like playing your own action movie and who doesn't love that crazy addictive multiplayer? but when that is all that you bring to the table year after year, its gonna start to show the developement teams lack of idea's and the overall age of the games andSo many people love to hate on the Call of Duty series, and I'm starting to understand why! I mean don't get me wrong the campaigns are like playing your own action movie and who doesn't love that crazy addictive multiplayer? but when that is all that you bring to the table year after year, its gonna start to show the developement teams lack of idea's and the overall age of the games and mecahnics.… Expand
  15. Strike2
    May 1, 2013
    6
    Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is by no means a bad game in fact it is good but the problem is it is let down in some places that make it seem less fun then previous COD's. The campaign is good with great action moments and combat but its been done before. Spec Ops stages for some reason feel less fun then in MW2 and survival has huge potential but isn't as fun as zombies can be. TheCall of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is by no means a bad game in fact it is good but the problem is it is let down in some places that make it seem less fun then previous COD's. The campaign is good with great action moments and combat but its been done before. Spec Ops stages for some reason feel less fun then in MW2 and survival has huge potential but isn't as fun as zombies can be. The multiplayer to, arguably the selling point of COD just feels worse then BLOP's. The maps arent as fun and neither are the guns. I feel sorry for it in a way, it tries to innovate but it just isn't fun or exciting. Still good in many familiar places but just isn't there… Expand
  16. 9anthony11
    Mar 29, 2014
    7
    This game was good, but the campaign was not that fun for me, whereas the Call of Duty: Black Ops campaign i enjoyed quite a bit more. But the multiplayer was the good part of the game.
  17. GnArLY173H3aD
    Aug 25, 2018
    7
    It feels like with Modern Warfare 3, hype was the ultimate enemy. And it unfortunately won, but only by a hair.
  18. Berik
    Oct 4, 2019
    7
    Coming from Modern Warfare 2 in 2009, i bought this game on release in 2011 which high expectations to finish the epic campaign and play online again. What i got was something less, but still good.

    The story of Modern Warfare 2 ends with Soap killing General Shephard, but getting mortally wounded in the process. Modern Warfare 3 opens with you playing as Yuri, the most contrived    Coming from Modern Warfare 2 in 2009, i bought this game on release in 2011 which high expectations to finish the epic campaign and play online again. What i got was something less, but still good.

    The story of Modern Warfare 2 ends with Soap killing General Shephard, but getting mortally wounded in the process. Modern Warfare 3 opens with you playing as Yuri, the most contrived protagonist i've played in many games, protecting Price and Soap somewhere from Makarov's goons. The way this mission is written feels incredibly ridiculous, but is just a prelude of what is still to come.

    The campaign doubles down on over the top set pieces, visiting exotic locations and introducing last minute conveniences to the story. Seriously, why didn't they hire the writer of Modern Warfare 2? It seems as if the writer of this story took all the pieces from the first two games, jammed them in and decided to make them all meaningless in the large picture. World War 3 is a nonsensical joke, as Russia decides to invade Europe... because the president was kidnapped by terrorist? Chemical attacks against large cities, killing thousands of innocents?? That doesn't make any sense!

    You also play as a Delta Team with characters that have no distinct personality other than: 'Russia is bad, America is good.' Their deaths felt pointless, and i was rather laughing as the game tried to make this scene epic. Nice try, but you failed.

    To summarize the story: I was disappointed by the weak, predictable ending, last minute characters and overblown scenes. I would give the campaign a 6/10, it's average.

    However, Modern Warfare 3 shines brighter in its multiplayer and survival mode! Multiplayer is a step up from Modern Warfare 2, offering a more balanced PvP mode with fun weapons (trying out different weapons doesn't feel like a punishment) and a weapon leveling system. Community modes like Infected and Drop Zone were my favorite, offering a competitive mode without kill streaks and fun objectives.

    The survival mode Is my cup of tea, testing me harshly to find the best tactics to survive as long as possible while scoring points and playing with friends. Although i had to play the most of it with random people, i had a lot of fun with this mode. Beware of the epic juggernauts!

    Even though the campaign was a let down for me, i did end up enjoying the multiplayer and survival mode a lot. All together, i consider MW3 a good game, worthy of a 7/10.    … Expand
  19. PixelGamer115
    Oct 24, 2020
    7
    - Campaign: 7/10
    - Spec-Ops & Survival: 4/10
    - Multiplayer: 6/10

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  20. INU4SH4
    Jul 13, 2020
    6
    Not a bad CoD title but not the best by far. It's not as impactful as the previous Modern Warfare games but the single-player wasn't that bad. the multiplayer experience was decent but there were better multiplayer games at the time.

    Anyway, not an essential CoD title but it's a decent experience.
  21. Berellow
    Dec 1, 2020
    5
    For me this game is the best COD. I own this game for bunch of years now, when I play it i don't stop playing for weeks, I just i want to play every day.
  22. AndyP96
    Jan 17, 2012
    5
    The current generation of gamers mainly consist of people who dislike innovation and are looking for the same thing over and over again. It is companies like Activision we can blame for the recent decline in the Japanese games industry we have unfortunately witnessed. CoD brought the sequelitis disease into gaming, which basically means a franchise bringing new installments annually withThe current generation of gamers mainly consist of people who dislike innovation and are looking for the same thing over and over again. It is companies like Activision we can blame for the recent decline in the Japanese games industry we have unfortunately witnessed. CoD brought the sequelitis disease into gaming, which basically means a franchise bringing new installments annually with no significant changes. Modern Warfare 3 is the third time the same game has been released, only with a few online changes that would prove little challenge to have released as DLC or a patch for the first game, and an even more absurd, generic plot ripped from a low budget action flick filled with painful cliches. It saddens me to see CoD do so well in an industry where a lot of hidden gems do not recieve such recognition, while they are ones who truly deserve it. If you are a mindless child whose pea sized brain can handle nothing more than easy to follow shooters with about 6 hours of true gameplay, then you may enjoy this mediocre game. If you are even remotely intelligent, then save your money.… Expand
  23. frugalDonnie
    Apr 19, 2012
    5
    Just your average shooter. I got the game just for the online multiplayer mode with my new PS3. Nothing new or special it was just average. I dont recoommend people to buy the full price of the game, wait until the price drops, dont waste $60 on this.
  24. MattSienkowski
    Feb 5, 2012
    5
    I think the newest version of COD MW3 is a bit "overrated" in comparison to its' past years and versions. The multi-player seems to be the exact same with a couple more glitches, at least for myself. The overall campaign is the same with the same features and concepts but overall enjoyable I might add. Overall I think the newest version is quite a copy of the past versions, but I GUESS II think the newest version of COD MW3 is a bit "overrated" in comparison to its' past years and versions. The multi-player seems to be the exact same with a couple more glitches, at least for myself. The overall campaign is the same with the same features and concepts but overall enjoyable I might add. Overall I think the newest version is quite a copy of the past versions, but I GUESS I would recommend it to buyers, but if you have other COD games, specifically the last recent, then no need to purchase this one… Expand
  25. WaffleOnABike
    Nov 15, 2011
    6
    First off, I strictly play multiplayer, so this review DOES NOT reflect campaign in anyway. I think that MW3 is a hard for people that got bored of MW2, because it is so very similar. Even the trucks have the same logo like MW2, same font even on all things. With the addition of the theater type mode, and voting on maps in the lobby, it in someways reflects Black Ops. I think the gameFirst off, I strictly play multiplayer, so this review DOES NOT reflect campaign in anyway. I think that MW3 is a hard for people that got bored of MW2, because it is so very similar. Even the trucks have the same logo like MW2, same font even on all things. With the addition of the theater type mode, and voting on maps in the lobby, it in someways reflects Black Ops. I think the game could of went far and beyond what it is, but it is just an average sequel. I see it as an expensive map-pack with some extra few goodies thrown in there.… Expand
  26. AnthonyLucas198
    Nov 18, 2011
    5
    I once was a die hard fan of CoD and this is a major let down for me it is not the worst game ever played but its not the best either. I am aware of the "if it ain't broke don't fix it" policy but come on Activision it's time for something a little new. Now i know it is hard to change a certain genre and can understand why not trying would seem the better solution. However this gamesI once was a die hard fan of CoD and this is a major let down for me it is not the worst game ever played but its not the best either. I am aware of the "if it ain't broke don't fix it" policy but come on Activision it's time for something a little new. Now i know it is hard to change a certain genre and can understand why not trying would seem the better solution. However this games textures, graphics and lighting are pretty much the same as CoD4 and MW2 and i don't care how many people say otherwise. The SP was drab and dull with pretty much the same old stuff i say pretty much as there were a few WTF moments in there. MP i have to say is a joke it appears to me that if you are not hardwired into the next generation fibre optic broadband from the future you will spend more time looking at the kill cam of the player who just murdered you wondering why no bullets came out of your gun. Bad spawns, non-flowing maps are just a few of the problems this game has. Some of the minor problems that are not game breaking like the inability to run and reload not being able to jump walls that are no higher than my knee are silly little things but can be a nuisance at times. This game could have really been far superior with dedicated servers but hey why would Activision spend their hard earned money on such trivial things. I and many others are highly disapointed in this game. I am not going to listen to the pre-paid hype next year and will not be buying another FPS that doesn't have dedi servers again. Big let down for me to be honest but i will say this the concept is great the reality is CoD 1.3. This gets a 5.0 from me.… Expand
  27. Jb101
    Nov 24, 2011
    6
    Now I love the mw series and was really looking forward to this after the disappointment of black ops. The single player is imense, highly enjoyable and fast paced, special ops are excellent with the added bonus of playing online with someone. The survival is a poor mans zombies, it's not that good and gets boring fairly quickly. My main problem for the lower score is the multiplayer.Now I love the mw series and was really looking forward to this after the disappointment of black ops. The single player is imense, highly enjoyable and fast paced, special ops are excellent with the added bonus of playing online with someone. The survival is a poor mans zombies, it's not that good and gets boring fairly quickly. My main problem for the lower score is the multiplayer. I really don't mind it's simaler to the others (what those other reviewers expected god only knows) but its the maps that disappoint me. They all look and play the same, running round streets with burnt out cars and the odd building or two, there is little/no variation (apart from the odd one). Even ones that sound like its going to be different end up feeling the same. To sum up, great single player and special ops, survival is nothing special and does not get you hooked like zombies and the multiplayer (main reason why alot of people buy this game) has bland maps with what feels like a poorly laid out create class system. Feel really let down there.… Expand
  28. SpartacusBadBoy
    Nov 9, 2011
    6
    I must say that Activision marketing department did a fantastic job to con more than a thousand users on xbox, 500 plus on PS3 and another 600+ on PC who all gave a very negative review. Why did you buy this game then??? The reason you are not seeing a huge positive review numbers is because the people who like this game are still playing in there pajamas or what they were wearing on theI must say that Activision marketing department did a fantastic job to con more than a thousand users on xbox, 500 plus on PS3 and another 600+ on PC who all gave a very negative review. Why did you buy this game then??? The reason you are not seeing a huge positive review numbers is because the people who like this game are still playing in there pajamas or what they were wearing on the 1st day the game came out. As for me, I have played more than 800 hours on mw2 (PC) and I'm not looking to play more of the same thing (played on a friends PC). But if you are, then this game is for you. New maps (so, so, there are some good maps), new game modes (kill confirm is like a blitz of ppl running around like headless chickens) and new guns (smg looks like the popular gun in PC) ! The multiplayer is refined and tweaked to give a better experience. I know this section is for PS3 (I do own a PS3 at least) but i was shocked to see the number of negative reviews and hopefully this review will help. Like i said in my other review for PC, if you are looking for something new and innovative, then don't buy this game. But if you were still playing mw2 and want more, then buy this game, most of my friends on steam are playing it like mad now.… Expand
  29. StumpBeefknob
    Nov 9, 2011
    5
    Most expensive map pack ever made. CoD map packs are usually around $15, yet they somehow thought that tacking on a 5 hour SP campaign would be worth the extra $45. Looking at it strictly as an expansion to Modern Warfare 2? Its a fantastic stand alone expansion. Only thing I despise more than studios charging $60 for map pack expansions is the foolish consumers that gobble it up.
  30. tanktizzo
    Nov 9, 2011
    5
    This game was a let down...same graphics as 2 yrs. ago. Just more of the same stuff from the previous... You are basically buying new maps. The story mode can be beat in 5 hrs...
  31. copydawg
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    Same dated engine, same graphics, same brainless shoot-em-up, still entertaining if you're into that kind of crap. Agree with most reviewers here, this game is just a $60 DLC. There's no way in hell I'm gonna buy any DLC for this. I'd rather play Battlefield 3 than this monotonous, blend, MW "expansion pack"
  32. Kr1sP
    Nov 20, 2011
    6
    It is by no means a bad game, however it is not an improvement on an ever-growing stale franchise. Spec-ops is some fun but not for everybody, certainly not me. Multiplayer is the worst I've seen from CoD yet, they did so much to balance it but the killstreaks are all care package rehashes. Maps aren't well-made but the campaign isn't terrible. Worthy of the trilogy's end. I didn't buyIt is by no means a bad game, however it is not an improvement on an ever-growing stale franchise. Spec-ops is some fun but not for everybody, certainly not me. Multiplayer is the worst I've seen from CoD yet, they did so much to balance it but the killstreaks are all care package rehashes. Maps aren't well-made but the campaign isn't terrible. Worthy of the trilogy's end. I didn't buy this game but played it at a friends quite a bit, if a sequel comes out I probably won't buy it either. Closing comments, TBH it's worse than the rest of the CoD's, but it's not terrible. MW2 was the most fun in the series but issues arose and no one took care of them, if they continue to patch the game and take care of it, the multiplayer can be fun and I might change my position since my review is bogged down by a stale and ruined multiplayer. It can be fixed and brought to a 7.5 IMO.… Expand
  33. Upgrayedd69
    Nov 20, 2011
    5
    Went to midnight release since COD loving mother was paying for the game and I got to miss school. It was fun the first week I had it but I hardly touch it now. Hopefully this is the year I learn my lesson about Call of Duty
  34. Gurgeh16
    Nov 21, 2011
    5
    I have a technical problem; my Playstation 3 turns into a Playstation 2 every time I put the MW3 disc into it. Can anybody provide assistance? 54321.
  35. Cubixreviews
    May 19, 2012
    6
    Awards: The Worst FPS Technical Graphics of 2011, The Most Rage Quit Multiplayer of 2011, The Best Offline Co-op of 2011. Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is a fair FPS, with full of disappointments. First I really like this game, but then I realised that the multiplayer is a wasted of time, even if It's highly addictive. This game is a fail of COD series for multiplayer. But that's not all,Awards: The Worst FPS Technical Graphics of 2011, The Most Rage Quit Multiplayer of 2011, The Best Offline Co-op of 2011. Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is a fair FPS, with full of disappointments. First I really like this game, but then I realised that the multiplayer is a wasted of time, even if It's highly addictive. This game is a fail of COD series for multiplayer. But that's not all, graphics are dated. Multiplayer is a fail, but single player is solid, and special ops is fun. All others are just a failure. The game is the same as the last. Results: Disappointing.… Expand
  36. steveexplodes97
    Jul 9, 2012
    5
    5.5 I know multiplayer is the main focus, but singleplayer should be equaly factored into a Game. It is HORRIBLE. Very repetitive, no challenge, boring story that takes itself way to seriously, and is only 4 hours long. Did the designers fall asleep? What happened? Online isn't bad, but it is also repetitive. Thankfully, it is addicting to unlock new things and does a great job of5.5 I know multiplayer is the main focus, but singleplayer should be equaly factored into a Game. It is HORRIBLE. Very repetitive, no challenge, boring story that takes itself way to seriously, and is only 4 hours long. Did the designers fall asleep? What happened? Online isn't bad, but it is also repetitive. Thankfully, it is addicting to unlock new things and does a great job of keeping you hooked, but eventually it does get tireing. Good if you want to play private matches with friends, but other than that, don't bother on this.

    Gameplay- Very repetitive, yet addicting to a certain degree. Graphics- Ok, but no real memorable scenes or arcitechture.

    Sound- Effects are good, music is forgettable. Presentation- Story is taken too seriously and one death of a main character is not nearly as emotional as the game thinks it is. Basic FPS.

    Very good if you have friends who can play with you, other than that, skip it.    … Expand
  37. F-50Cal
    Jul 22, 2012
    5
    There are only 2 positive aspects that allow MW3 a 5, the story mode that has been continued since modern warfare was wrapped up nicely and had a fitting end; the spec ops survival mode is entertaining for a few hours. Thats about it, the multiplayer is the same thing as every other call of duty but with better visuals and different weapons, the maps are absolutely horrific (apart fromThere are only 2 positive aspects that allow MW3 a 5, the story mode that has been continued since modern warfare was wrapped up nicely and had a fitting end; the spec ops survival mode is entertaining for a few hours. Thats about it, the multiplayer is the same thing as every other call of duty but with better visuals and different weapons, the maps are absolutely horrific (apart from some); they just dont cater for all types of gameplay, the killstreaks feel unrewarding and the weapon variety feels bland and boring. The only saving grace is the campaign which I have loved since COD 4 and the spec ops survival mode which can become boring after several hours. Overall, this is a disappointing entry into the call of duty franchise, with the mw2 maps around the corner; maybe, just maybe, they can save the multiplayer. However, I doubt that.… Expand
  38. DoctorMedic
    May 4, 2013
    6
    It works, but it's not as good as the others. A slight shame to the Call of Duty series, but not as big a mess as Declassified. 6/10 Sentry Busters riding on horses.
  39. Taberone
    Aug 5, 2013
    7
    While some say its the same game as the last one, its decently enjoyable. The special ops survival and missions were nice. Probably the only thing I enjoyed. The campaign mode brings back respawning enemies and gives you an entire army in each room to kill. You have regenerating health, and a realistic amount of enemies to shoot would be too easy. As in any FPS game these days, you have aWhile some say its the same game as the last one, its decently enjoyable. The special ops survival and missions were nice. Probably the only thing I enjoyed. The campaign mode brings back respawning enemies and gives you an entire army in each room to kill. You have regenerating health, and a realistic amount of enemies to shoot would be too easy. As in any FPS game these days, you have a bunch of invincible teammates that do absolutely nothing unless in scripted events, and only die when the plot tells them to. Getting shot in the head during a cutscene kills them, but not two rockets to the face, a grenade, 78 knife slashes, and 17 bullets from a sniper rifle to the face(That is, if the game wouldn't give you a friendly fire warning. This statement about the cutscene applies to most FPS games these days.) Somehow, Only one Delta operator is capable of killing all the enemies. The rest just stand there shooting, getting stunned from the bullets, and shouting at you to get on the machinegun, do this, do that, do everything. Enemies seem to gang up on the player first, because if the player dies, game over. The player is the only mortal in a squad of immortals. And multiplayer? I found it boring.… Expand
  40. JoshLuck1995
    Aug 11, 2014
    5
    Looking at it as a individual game it seems ok, but compared to MW2 and MW1 its pretty pants. oh well - i played it for the trophies but if i look at it as a COD fan yeah , im not happy.
  41. Zilcell
    Apr 2, 2012
    5
    I'm gonna give my friend a MW3 case with MW1 in it and see if he can tell the difference.
  42. Pwnzedyourmom
    Nov 8, 2011
    5
    Modern warfare 2 as you all know is a game that did influence many modern first-person shooters. Modern warfare 3, on the other hand is not one of those games. Me personally was excited to go all these diffrent places in the world and the epic new weapons. But really all I got was a rehashed modern warfare 2, barely any new weapons and the places were boring and lifeless. The multiplayerModern warfare 2 as you all know is a game that did influence many modern first-person shooters. Modern warfare 3, on the other hand is not one of those games. Me personally was excited to go all these diffrent places in the world and the epic new weapons. But really all I got was a rehashed modern warfare 2, barely any new weapons and the places were boring and lifeless. The multiplayer will never catch my attention because their is nothing new, when ever I play a new game I want something diffrent, something unique. But all I got was modern warfare 2's multiplayer with new maps. and the map packs are a complete waste of money. If their is anything redeming about the game it can be the spec ops survival. It adds some creativity to the already mindless game.
    If you really wanted to buy this I would suggest buying this used and acouple months after it is released    … Expand
  43. JonnyBigBoss
    Oct 12, 2014
    7
    This is more Call of Duty. It's fun to play, is highly polished, and has a ton to chew on. But really it's highly derivative. You should know what to expect at this point.
  44. ghostcw
    Nov 8, 2011
    6
    This game doesn't deserve all the 0's it's getting, but it doesn't deserve the 10's either. Does this game live up to it's hype? Not even close. The game is basically MW2 with new maps. The game is still plagued by knife lunging, bad host based games, the dreaded HeartBeat Sensor (really infinity ward? really?), and the usual suspect of problems in a CoD game. Since there was no engineThis game doesn't deserve all the 0's it's getting, but it doesn't deserve the 10's either. Does this game live up to it's hype? Not even close. The game is basically MW2 with new maps. The game is still plagued by knife lunging, bad host based games, the dreaded HeartBeat Sensor (really infinity ward? really?), and the usual suspect of problems in a CoD game. Since there was no engine change, the graphics remain pretty much the same as in MW2. The weapons are unbalanced (*cough* UMP *cough*). And ofcourse, you get the insane amount of tent pitchers that only a CoD game can provide (not to mention the boosters). The campaign I did somewhat enjoy, despite the occasional unseen death, or magic phasing of bullets through the enemy. The story wasn't terrible, though, it pretty much plays like every CoD campaign before it. The saving grace of this game is in the co-op mode, which I've actually quite enjoyed. Survival mode can be fun when done with a friend. In conclusion, if you MUST have all CoD games, than go ahead and get this one, otherwise, with Skyrim on the way, and Arkham City and Uncharted 3 already out, and a multiplayer gem like Battlefield 3 out as well, this CoD is skippable.… Expand
  45. Watermelon789
    Jan 4, 2012
    7
    For Infinity Ward, this is the laziest game they made. For Sledgehammer is not a great introduction to the game industry but at least it's a nice move , still not the best. Starting with the campaign is a great ride worth taking but we all know that when we play a CoD game is solely in the multiplayer aspect and nothing more unless you spend some time with the other mode ( Zombies ) butFor Infinity Ward, this is the laziest game they made. For Sledgehammer is not a great introduction to the game industry but at least it's a nice move , still not the best. Starting with the campaign is a great ride worth taking but we all know that when we play a CoD game is solely in the multiplayer aspect and nothing more unless you spend some time with the other mode ( Zombies ) but this time is the other mode called " survival " that the name itself describe it all , survival. The graphics looked fine enough with a little detail but is the same good thing we've have seen since Mw2. Some new cool modes are acceptable like the innovative Kill Confirm that consist on taking the dog tags etc but i don't feel compelled enough to play this modes because they feel worthless I never felt any motivation to play other modes but only Team Deathmatch .MW3 didn't felt like that juggernaut game that if it was announced caused me nostalgia , other than that those little problems, or boring things dragged a game that was a triple A franchise. I hope that the next one recovers from this hard wound . Still for those that liked the fast paced formula they won't be dissapointed .… Expand
  46. Creasy
    Nov 21, 2011
    7
    Great made game overall, but one that unfortunately starts to get a little boring now. Which isn't necessarily the game's / developer's fault. It's just the way it's being released (each year). The first 3 hours offered a big explosive spectacle, but I was very, very bored at everything. The last hour (out of 4) had some great scenes though.
    Graphics engine still looks good (and still    Great made game overall, but one that unfortunately starts to get a little boring now. Which isn't necessarily the game's / developer's fault. It's just the way it's being released (each year). The first 3 hours offered a big explosive spectacle, but I was very, very bored at everything. The last hour (out of 4) had some great scenes though.
    Graphics engine still looks good (and still better than many other games), but shows its age as well. Especially in comparison to Battlefield 3 (PC) - which had about the same quality overall, but deserves a little higher score just because of its visual quality.
    Overall: Well made action game (still better made and better action than 95% of the other games out there). A good roller coaster ride.    … Expand
  47. Asthenia
    Nov 9, 2011
    5
    I'm a HUGE fan of the COD franchise and my review for this game is based on my experience so far for the multiplayer section.

    To be honest I am very disappointed. The game itself is very much similar to MW2. There are a couple of new weapons and the strike packages are alright. On the topic of strike packages... I think that for the amateur player they should have been made even more    I'm a HUGE fan of the COD franchise and my review for this game is based on my experience so far for the multiplayer section.

    To be honest I am very disappointed. The game itself is very much similar to MW2. There are a couple of new weapons and the strike packages are alright. On the topic of strike packages... I think that for the amateur player they should have been made even more easier to obtain. The studios have missed a HUGE trick and not bothering to have the COD $ from Black Ops which allowed players to upgrade weapons and not have to wait.

    Overall I'm not sure this is MW3 but MW2.5    … Expand
  48. brandonsanchez
    Dec 19, 2011
    6
    i would just like to say that i do not understand why every COD game that comes out less and less sniping maps are made.. sniping maps are alot better in my opinion because its more competitive and takes more skill and thinking.. like very large maps that you can pick variety of spots to snipe at.. for example, 'downpour' on COD 4 and 'overgrown' and 'wasteland' on MW2.. the game is noti would just like to say that i do not understand why every COD game that comes out less and less sniping maps are made.. sniping maps are alot better in my opinion because its more competitive and takes more skill and thinking.. like very large maps that you can pick variety of spots to snipe at.. for example, 'downpour' on COD 4 and 'overgrown' and 'wasteland' on MW2.. the game is not good when every map is almost exactly the same in ways that you cant even really snipe in.. atleast just 1 sniping map that is very large and would be really fun to snipe in like where it feels like your really in a war and your just in a huge area looking around in the forest waiting to kill somebody or something..that would be the best… Expand
  49. Zeph
    Nov 13, 2011
    5
    This game felt like a big middle finger to the CoD fans. When you release a brand new game, it should be expected that a lot of refinement and effort goes into it. Instead, IW and Sledgehammer pull this crap off that looks half-assed, relying on the popularity of MW and MW2 to push sales. If you think 1 new mode and a few lighting and water improvements are significant in a new release,This game felt like a big middle finger to the CoD fans. When you release a brand new game, it should be expected that a lot of refinement and effort goes into it. Instead, IW and Sledgehammer pull this crap off that looks half-assed, relying on the popularity of MW and MW2 to push sales. If you think 1 new mode and a few lighting and water improvements are significant in a new release, then more power to you, but I feel most gamers are going to turn their nose up at this. There are 16 maps, all of them don't feel varied enough like other CoD games. They all felt like close-quarter chaos. For a franchise that is as popular as this, and brings in a much revenue as it does, it is inexcusable that more refinement didn't go into this game. There aren't even dedicated ranked servers, that is pathetic when other shooters pull that off with less revenue. This game doesn't deserve a 0 or 1, it can be fun, it also in no way deserves a 10, or 9 for that matter. I'm giving it a 5. Everything in this game that felt good, something else just was plain awful or lackluster.… Expand
  50. jakesonaplane
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    Here's the thing: It's not a bad game. It's in fact a really good game, especially if a lot of your friends are buying it, since multiplayer's basically the point. But let's not kid ourselves: You already own 3 or 4 copies of this game. Black Ops? MW2? MW1? World at War? All the same stuff. The multiplayer has a facelift, all cosmetic changes, but no substantial differences from the otherHere's the thing: It's not a bad game. It's in fact a really good game, especially if a lot of your friends are buying it, since multiplayer's basically the point. But let's not kid ourselves: You already own 3 or 4 copies of this game. Black Ops? MW2? MW1? World at War? All the same stuff. The multiplayer has a facelift, all cosmetic changes, but no substantial differences from the other MW games. Single player is still a silly excuse to jam achievements into an otherwise social game. There's just too many quality games coming out this season to consider buying MW3. Sorry guys. Maybe release it in the summer when I've got no other games to play.… Expand
  51. Vash41288
    Nov 11, 2011
    5
    While some people are saying that most reviewers are biased I do not think that is the case here. Maybe, just maybe some people are being honest and are not afraid to voice their honest opinion about the game. I do have both games(PS3 and PC BF3) and MW3 for PS3 and I will say MW3 does one thing I enjoyed more then BF3's. The story on MW3 felt better and more fun then Battlefields, I justWhile some people are saying that most reviewers are biased I do not think that is the case here. Maybe, just maybe some people are being honest and are not afraid to voice their honest opinion about the game. I do have both games(PS3 and PC BF3) and MW3 for PS3 and I will say MW3 does one thing I enjoyed more then BF3's. The story on MW3 felt better and more fun then Battlefields, I just got more into it and enjoyed it, more so when they had music going on while the action was happening and how you traveled around the world to different locals. Now for the Multiplayer, which honestly you can say COD changed so much, but they really didn't. Yes they added some new game types and added a few more weapons however mainly the same. They did reuse some maps, or just changed orientation of it to look new, same graphics as well. You can search youtube to see the comparison of reused graphics or if you have it go back to previous games and see the same things. A lot of noobtubing going on as well with the new gun(XM25 or something) that i have seen on most games, The servers well, if someone rage quits who is host get used to connection reset, searching new host etc.. Say what you will but BF3 I personally hardly have any issues like that. Over all this game while it is fun to play I would not give it a higher Score then BF3, to me Personally speaking just feels like an expensive map pack for MW2. So I would say rent it before buying so you do not get disappointed and if you have not give BF3 a try.… Expand
  52. Breaker_Ki
    Nov 11, 2011
    6
    MW3 ~ MW2. Really, everything that changed between the two could have been patched (i.e. balancing weapons, killstreaks, perks, etc), so essentially only getting 16 maps for retail price is unfortunate. Worse yet, the 16 maps are strictly worse than previous titles. MW2 was amazing because it had great maps (personal favorites include quarry, estate, Favela, and Karachi), and is theMW3 ~ MW2. Really, everything that changed between the two could have been patched (i.e. balancing weapons, killstreaks, perks, etc), so essentially only getting 16 maps for retail price is unfortunate. Worse yet, the 16 maps are strictly worse than previous titles. MW2 was amazing because it had great maps (personal favorites include quarry, estate, Favela, and Karachi), and is the reason I played it over Black Ops, so I hoped MW3 would deliver, but no. The maps are just plane, small, and lack the genius behind those of MW2. In the end MW3 still deserves 6/10 simply because it can be fun, and it will undoubtedly have a large community, so you can guarantee full servers 24/7.… Expand
  53. plasmasnake745
    Nov 20, 2011
    7
    Modern Warfare 3 is by no means a bad game. Its just the fact that Activision and Infinity Ward aren't changing enough aspects of the game to justify a $60 purchase. It is, for the most part, more of the same. But that's not necessarily a bad thing. The story is still too crazy for its own good and the multiplayer is still fast-paced fun. People shouldn't be too surprised that they stuckModern Warfare 3 is by no means a bad game. Its just the fact that Activision and Infinity Ward aren't changing enough aspects of the game to justify a $60 purchase. It is, for the most part, more of the same. But that's not necessarily a bad thing. The story is still too crazy for its own good and the multiplayer is still fast-paced fun. People shouldn't be too surprised that they stuck to the same old formula for this game, it still works and it's still mildly entertaining. You know the old saying, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." well Modern Warfare 3 sticks closely to this saying. If you want more Call of Duty, go get more Call of Duty. Just don't expect anything wildly different from what Activision keeps putting out every year.… Expand
  54. KLary
    Nov 20, 2011
    7
    Decent, if short campaign. Multiplayer is very similar to MW2, but that doesn't mean it's bad. So many zero scores, when it isn't a bad game. They're just raging because they don't like it. Sure it could have been better, but BF3 multiplayer didn't change much from BC2, but it's still a good game. Crazy fanboys.
  55. Vincer
    Mar 6, 2012
    6
    Year after year, Infinity Ward and Treyarch deliver another Call of Duty game under the publication of the devil, erm, Activision and every year it delivers a "meh." This game is complicated for the wrong reasons. 1. Infinity Ward no longer knows how to write a serious, realistic story. This story is so forgettable and complicated for no reason. However, bare bones, it's very simplistic.Year after year, Infinity Ward and Treyarch deliver another Call of Duty game under the publication of the devil, erm, Activision and every year it delivers a "meh." This game is complicated for the wrong reasons. 1. Infinity Ward no longer knows how to write a serious, realistic story. This story is so forgettable and complicated for no reason. However, bare bones, it's very simplistic. The characters are, once again, generic, unsympathetic characters. Every line of dialogue is dull and uninteresting. 2. Battlefield 3. This game should, under any circumstances, be compared to Battlefield 3. EA made a stupid mistake of challenging this behemoth. Battlefield 3 does not hold a candle to Modern Warfare 3. But why mention this? Because it feel as if Modern Warfare 3 is trying too hard to compete against a game that will undoubtedly fail. 3. Because it's a new Modern Warfare 3, those **** at Machinima will play nothing other. 4. The online is still the same, still fun. Admittedly, I fun with the online. It's still rage-inducing and certainly as competitive as ever, but it was kind of fun. Overall, this game gets 6/10. With all the stupidities, Modern Warfare is only for the "hardcore" gamer.… Expand
  56. DemonArcuied
    Mar 9, 2012
    7
    I'll be fair to this game and i only think it deserves 7 because of the survival and spec ops mission.
    *The Storyline, i felt i was repeating the same missions i was doing over in MW2, so there is nothing new, and nothing exciting, except a very few sequences & missions in the story
    *The graphics is a lil bit better i felt it was smoother and more crisp. *The Multiplayer, where should i    I'll be fair to this game and i only think it deserves 7 because of the survival and spec ops mission.
    *The Storyline, i felt i was repeating the same missions i was doing over in MW2, so there is nothing new, and nothing exciting, except a very few sequences & missions in the story
    *The graphics is a lil bit better i felt it was smoother and more crisp.
    *The Multiplayer, where should i start, i feel like i am playing a modified MW2 to be honest, they killed sniping in this game by making quick scoping very easy and there is not that much levels where you can snipe, the FMG9 no matter how much they update and Nerf the weapon down people abuse using it and it is the strongest secondary weapon and it is available from the start, so the weapon balance have become really horrible and bad in this game, the radius of dead man's hand is a joke a normal C4 doesn't kill within the same radius, it's like dead man's hand perk is danger close with C4.
    -The Spec-Ops & Survival Missions are where MW3 shines, i love playing both, they are great, challenging and enjoyable.    … Expand
  57. Earthboundness
    May 23, 2013
    6
    When this game was initially released, I decided to score it a 9. This is in complete conflict to my current opinion, and I have no idea what I was thinking at the time. I presumably scored it so highly out of some form of loyalty to Infinity Ward, trying to help them against some of the seemingly unfair reviews. I'm rather ashamed of having done this, and wanted to put things more on theWhen this game was initially released, I decided to score it a 9. This is in complete conflict to my current opinion, and I have no idea what I was thinking at the time. I presumably scored it so highly out of some form of loyalty to Infinity Ward, trying to help them against some of the seemingly unfair reviews. I'm rather ashamed of having done this, and wanted to put things more on the level.

    To take another look at this game, its certainly nothing special. While the Campaign of COD 4 was largely praised for its characters and setting. Its difficult to say the same here, simply playing along with the same recipe that just feels rather dated now, given its lack of change. But multiplayer is the main reason most are brought to Call of Duty, and it at seems a little more balanced in its gunplay following patches, something not shared by its predecessor. However, other issues quickly come to light. Odd choices such as the changes from Killstreaks to score streaks raise a number of issues.One such example is the stealth bomber, which can be earned quiet easily, due to being placed in the "support" section, meaning that the kills to obtain it compile even after death. This makes the bomber appear far to regularly, which is also far too offensive for its support namesake on many of the maps. Which brings me to another huge issue, the maps. Graphically their all rather unimpressive, largely just a series of drab, darkly hued buildings or rubble. Those that aren't marred by this issue instead of horrendous and unmemorable layouts that just don't live up to the experiences had on many of MW2's maps, such as "Afghan." When the maps are as bad as they are, its difficult to praise MW3's multiplayer at all.

    Other than these points, the rest is largely standard fair, with a few new options to keep you busy. The cooperative spec ops mode adds a little more longevity with its survival and mission modes, but it feels rather tacked on given that it can only be played with two players, a particularly noticeable omission in the uninspired survival mode.

    And that's all there really is to say. Its not particularly superior or inferior to other titles in the series. If you enjoyed them and want more, it'll largely give you what your after, but if you've always disliked the series, this certainly wont change that.    … Expand
  58. Ngamok
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    This review is based SOLELY on Multiplayer. Here is my Steam profile:

    http://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993278481 As you can see my time played in MW2 is 993 hours and Black Ops is 461 hours. MW3 feels like a rehashed MW2. I am sorry for the people giving this a 10. I hope it's on the single player because multi player is horrible. Sure there is a lot of detail given in    This review is based SOLELY on Multiplayer. Here is my Steam profile:

    http://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993278481

    As you can see my time played in MW2 is 993 hours and Black Ops is 461 hours.

    MW3 feels like a rehashed MW2. I am sorry for the people giving this a 10. I hope it's on the single player because multi player is horrible. Sure there is a lot of detail given in design but 75% of the maps are too small. Most of the maps don't allow for multiple roles (sniper , support, assault) as they are all run and gun being so small.

    They even made the game easier by giving some of the old perks as gun stats. Assault rifles now have FMJ and 2 Weapon Attachments as a gun stat rather than a Perk slot.

    However, they did do a few things right. Making Blast Shield not lose your vision like they did in MW2 so people can now avoid grenade spam and noob tube better. Also, I do like how they separated out the kill streaks into 3 catagories.

    But overall I feel like this is a reskinned MW2. Most of the titles are the same as are the emblems and achievements. There are slight improvements to graphics. And hacks for MW2 work in MW3 so they were there the very first day.

    This is a PC review. I liked the single player campaign in MW2 and a friend of mine who did the campaign said he liked it. I'll probably enjoy it as well.

    Also co-op is a joke as it's a kill waves of enemies survival. The MW2 co-op was 1000x better.    … Expand
  59. Chewbazza
    Nov 11, 2011
    6
    Ok, I want to start by saying COD was epic! MW2 offered some nice little changes but just couldn't reach the level of it's predecessor. And here's MW3, the story is even more convoluted, and while the action is as always blisteringly intense, without any kind of story that makes us care about who these characters are and why they are doing what they do, it feel shallow and empty and IOk, I want to start by saying COD was epic! MW2 offered some nice little changes but just couldn't reach the level of it's predecessor. And here's MW3, the story is even more convoluted, and while the action is as always blisteringly intense, without any kind of story that makes us care about who these characters are and why they are doing what they do, it feel shallow and empty and I struggled to find the energy to fight through the waves of enemies. The game is linear and while I accept that a lot of great games are heading down this linear route, the difference is that in a good game the story drives the game along, it's part of the set pieces and both co-exist. MW3 is basically set pieces interrupted by action film clichés and drivel. The multiplayer is as frantic and fun as ever and while this is the games saving grace, it's not enough to erase the disappointing single player from my memory.

    Wait for the price to drop or buy it second hand for the multiplayer portion (who'd have though Activision would not take the now popular "on-line pass" money spinner)    … Expand
  60. FfC-Hans_Gruber
    Nov 11, 2011
    7
    All the negative spam is pretty unfair. If Battlefield didn't exist this would be far and away the best FPS period. But it's not. MW, MW2, and now MW3 are all very similar, as a matter of fact, if MW3 had just been DLC it would be considered the greatest DLC pack EVER.
  61. Dontazio
    Nov 11, 2011
    5
    I have been playing first person shooters since battlefield 1942, and love the battlefield and call of duty games. I have just found this site and noticed the developers of COD MW3 have seen this site and are upset with the numbers. Well they should be, the game in my opinion is very well done, however since its release date the COD elite service (which i paid extra for by buying theI have been playing first person shooters since battlefield 1942, and love the battlefield and call of duty games. I have just found this site and noticed the developers of COD MW3 have seen this site and are upset with the numbers. Well they should be, the game in my opinion is very well done, however since its release date the COD elite service (which i paid extra for by buying the hardened package) is still not functioning properly and the other game bugs, Ie. online game crashing, voice chat issues and problems with people staying in groups when entering lobbies. Thier excuse of "we didnt think it would be that popular" and that their servers were flooded is a joke, they pre sold 9 million copies! I personally am tired of buying games that companies make 100s of millions of dollars on that when released are not ready. So i hope people take notice and come here and give these game developers the poor scores they deserve until they fix thier product and release a finished and polished product that we are paying for. Something to think about... would we sit there and take it if we bought a brand new car, to find out that when we picked it up that the engine would just "lock up" while driving or that the windshield wipers would not work and accept being told by the dealers that they are working for on a patch that should fix it soon. Gamers stand up and let these companies know we Love Games but hate being ripped of by not getting the working games we pay for.… Expand
  62. Ginda
    Nov 14, 2011
    5
    I play COD because i know what it is. Fast paced FPS action and an easy game that gives me a brake from the everyday life. When a new COD comes out i don't expect the invention of an new genre og game. It always feels familiar and i know exactly what to expect: my favorite game with some new maps, new time setting, new weapons and new kill streaks. Only thing i really really do need thoughI play COD because i know what it is. Fast paced FPS action and an easy game that gives me a brake from the everyday life. When a new COD comes out i don't expect the invention of an new genre og game. It always feels familiar and i know exactly what to expect: my favorite game with some new maps, new time setting, new weapons and new kill streaks. Only thing i really really do need though is better coding that Black Ops and that developers listen to gamers. I stopped playing MW2 because of hackers and nothing ever seemed to be done about them. And now they are back in MW3, ALREADY!!?? But the question is will they do something about them this time? Why is there no voting system in the loobys? It seems developers just don't care about anything but the money, because these problems are the same in MW2 and have been from the beginning. A game they have had a years to fix by now.

    I would have given the game a 10 if not for the feeling that developers just don't care.    … Expand
  63. LaterDaze
    Nov 14, 2011
    6
    Infinity Ward accomplished everything they had hoped to in their own mind, but the final product falls short in the eyes of a true FPS gamer. Modern Warfare 3 looks and feels slick and streamlined for the first hour or two and the novelty, if you can call it that, wears off shortly after. In my opinion this game is nothing more than a hybrid between Modern Warfare 2 and Black Ops. TheInfinity Ward accomplished everything they had hoped to in their own mind, but the final product falls short in the eyes of a true FPS gamer. Modern Warfare 3 looks and feels slick and streamlined for the first hour or two and the novelty, if you can call it that, wears off shortly after. In my opinion this game is nothing more than a hybrid between Modern Warfare 2 and Black Ops. The thing is, when you combine the elements of two best-selling games, the distinctiveness tends to get a wee bit diluted. I'm not going to go as far as saying that this is a bad game because it isn't. But it is a forgettable game, the likes of which hasn't been seen in the CoD series in quite some time. Infinity Ward raised the bar for itself so high that even Shaq couldn't pole vault it. A future best seller, but nothing to phone home about.… Expand
  64. walde787
    Nov 14, 2011
    5
    La misma mierda (The same Shi@#$% diferent smell. There is no innovation in this game. is the same as MW2, then complain that the scores are low, they can expect from a copy and paste.

    nfinity Ward Recycles Buildings on MW3 Straight From Cod4
    http://youtu.be/b5dsOn06w1s
  65. DRAK720
    Nov 15, 2011
    5
    I didn't start playing COD until MW1. I always was a fan of Medal of Honor and thought that it was a cheap knock off. Then MW1 came out and it blew me away! I proceeded to per-order MW2 like everybody else. Then MW3 came out and I figured it would be as good if not better than MW2. I was wrong. The campaign is decent, nothing special. The multi-player is worse than BLOPS. I never thought II didn't start playing COD until MW1. I always was a fan of Medal of Honor and thought that it was a cheap knock off. Then MW1 came out and it blew me away! I proceeded to per-order MW2 like everybody else. Then MW3 came out and I figured it would be as good if not better than MW2. I was wrong. The campaign is decent, nothing special. The multi-player is worse than BLOPS. I never thought I would say that. Treyarch usually is worse than Infiiti ward. Not this time. The multi is a hot mess. I hate to agree with all the other reviews but this is NOT MW3, it is MW2.1 Very disappointing.… Expand
  66. EltonJWilson
    Jul 9, 2012
    7
    So whilst I'm not a huge fan of the genre or of the series, this game really didn't do anything bad, it just didn't do anything particularly new. The new like game mode was a nice addition, albeit unoriginal but apart from that no new features. But that really doesn't justify scoring it a 0 out of 10. While no new features the old features were good, it just seems to be a major case ofSo whilst I'm not a huge fan of the genre or of the series, this game really didn't do anything bad, it just didn't do anything particularly new. The new like game mode was a nice addition, albeit unoriginal but apart from that no new features. But that really doesn't justify scoring it a 0 out of 10. While no new features the old features were good, it just seems to be a major case of "Don't fix it if it ain't broke". Regardless this game is good if you want a quick bit of fun with the campaign and a strong online component.… Expand
  67. James9075
    Nov 21, 2011
    6
    this is not a bad game. i personally have a dislike of these cut-and-paste first person shooters but with my short time with this game i think that survival is better than zombies and that multiplayer is nothing new and that the campaign seems pretty good, at least better than black **** which isn't saying much, but CoD is not known for campaign it's known for multiplayer which in my mindthis is not a bad game. i personally have a dislike of these cut-and-paste first person shooters but with my short time with this game i think that survival is better than zombies and that multiplayer is nothing new and that the campaign seems pretty good, at least better than black **** which isn't saying much, but CoD is not known for campaign it's known for multiplayer which in my mind is a myth cause i have no friends… Expand
  68. tbouniverse
    Nov 30, 2011
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. COD 4 MW and MW2 were legendary, it made the series what it is today. I was looking forward to it, it was one of my highest anticipated games since GTA 4 back in 2008. Infinity Ward really took a hit when 40+ people left, MW3 is the result of it. While I'm not saying it was bad, I would prefer the last 2 modern warfares over this.

    The story was pretty good, the new guy Yuri is like Soap was back in COD4. It was also pretty touching the way the events leading up to Soap's death transpired, but the ending was the sweet revenge we all were waiting for.

    Overall, great game, good graphics and other stuff. It's just too repetitive, Thats all.    … Expand
  69. kill9015
    Dec 4, 2011
    6
    this games story is fantastic because it explains a lot of the story and had some really good missions and graphics. then we have the new feature the survival mode which is better because it is more realistic than black ops where people could go round and just t-bag them. the survival mode lets you level up so you can buy new stuff fro survival, i think this a nice touch because if thethis games story is fantastic because it explains a lot of the story and had some really good missions and graphics. then we have the new feature the survival mode which is better because it is more realistic than black ops where people could go round and just t-bag them. the survival mode lets you level up so you can buy new stuff fro survival, i think this a nice touch because if the online is annoying than you have this. THE ONLINE IS VERY ANNOYING the spawn points for example people have spawned on top of me, i think i can spawn a crap in a better position than they can. my next issue is the hit detection because i have killed people in 1 bullet with a pistol and they have done it to me. my finally issue is the knifing the inconsistent of it is ridiculous i have knifed people from 10 meters and 1 meter make up you mind.… Expand
  70. AwesomeDave
    Feb 8, 2012
    5
    This is really a terrible game. It's just a prettier version of every other CoD game. Activision sucks for creativity, Elite is just a scam to get more money from people. It really felt like they upped the graphics and said screw everything else, its CoD, they'll buy it. CoD4 still the best.
  71. Hyndesy
    Jan 22, 2012
    5
    This game is a carbon copy of mw2 it brings nothing new to the table at all. Hopefully the developers can reinvent the next installment and release a NEW game not just what feels like an expansion pack.
  72. Fozzy
    Mar 12, 2012
    5
    I will simply start off with this- Modern Warfare 3 is a joke. Not to the extent of Duke Nukem Forever and Thor: God of Thunder, but a joke nonetheless. I will not lie and say I am not a BF3 player, but I had never played a Battlefield game until after CoD, but it was better. MW3 is almost like a DLC of MW2, which wasn't very good to begin with. This game expects everyone on earth to beI will simply start off with this- Modern Warfare 3 is a joke. Not to the extent of Duke Nukem Forever and Thor: God of Thunder, but a joke nonetheless. I will not lie and say I am not a BF3 player, but I had never played a Battlefield game until after CoD, but it was better. MW3 is almost like a DLC of MW2, which wasn't very good to begin with. This game expects everyone on earth to be big Michael Bay fans with the endless explosions, gassing of London and being pseudo-killed an uncountable amount of times in a helicopter. I will not argue that the multiplayer is bad, because it is good, the developers are just lazy and added about 10% more stuff into the game. All the kilstreaks are still there, you don't get any new attatchments, the leveling-up system with the weapons is poor at best and you will find yourself so bored with it after 4 hours (even after finishing the short campaign) that you will sell it on Ebay. But I'm being realistic, and I know you can't give a game a low score because you like something better. But I urge you, please buy something else. There are so many great games out like Skyrim, Dark Souls, Uncharted and Assassin's Creed. Buy them instead.… Expand
  73. Mann0802
    Mar 17, 2012
    7
    MW3 doesn't quite live up to COD 4 or MW2 but that's not to say it's a complete flop. MW3 is still a pretty solid game if one looks at the big picture. The MP is pretty fun although certainly not the finest of the COD series. The maps in particular are rather poor compared to previous titles. The campaign was a fun yet short conclusion to the Soap and Price story. Spec Ops is fun asMW3 doesn't quite live up to COD 4 or MW2 but that's not to say it's a complete flop. MW3 is still a pretty solid game if one looks at the big picture. The MP is pretty fun although certainly not the finest of the COD series. The maps in particular are rather poor compared to previous titles. The campaign was a fun yet short conclusion to the Soap and Price story. Spec Ops is fun as well. MW3 doesn't do anything revolutionary but if you don't like COD don't play the game. It least give it a shot though.… Expand
  74. faix
    May 29, 2012
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Modern Warfare 3 is the new installment of the call of duty series, it has its positive and negatives like most games. First for the ups, they again have a very nice story in the campaign aspect and the spec ops comes back, which in my opinion is fun and perfect for playing with a friend. Also a new game mode is introduced in the spec ops aspect: the survival mode which is really not that bad, and kind of fun but gets boring after a while. In my opinion i think that activision didn't let the survival mode reach its full potential by only allowing 2 people to play since these things are best when played with friends. Now for the core of call of duty: the multiplayer, this also has its ups and downs. The weapons are more or less like always with the exception of the machine pistols, when paired with akimbo these pistols are overpowered even after they were patched to make them less powerful. There are also some other weapons that are overpowered like the chinese weapon, the Type 95. Something new that has been implemented is the proficiency system and the levels for the weapons. This is something i actually quite enjoyed since it lets you customize your gun further. The new Kill Streak system actually also pleased me a lot in that there is different kill streaks for different types of players, for the more aggressive and for the ones that like to be more tactic and defend the objectives. The MOAB i think was a nice addition to the series since you don't need to equip it, its there if you get it. Also its nice that it doesn't finish the game and instead gives double XP to the people in that game. The prestige tokens was a nice addition but its nothing major, except maybe for the fact that you can unlock things so that you don't have to wait to level up to have them. Now for the downsides: The spawn systems are just horrible, the other day i was playing headquarters and i just spawned in front of an enemy player at the beginning of the game!. Also the overpowered weapons which i mentioned before. The knifing system is pretty horrible since some times when you knife someone the knife seems like it rebounds from the player. I have mixed feelings about elite since it is something else that activision is doing to get more money from us but at the same time you get the map packs before the people in your console and also with a small discount and some additional services. Overall it is basically just another call of duty with some improvements in the multiplayer and different maps.… Expand
  75. Bruskork
    Jun 1, 2012
    6
    The game sticks to the good ol MW formula. Flat campaign filled with Michael Bay explosions, fun multiplayer and somewhat enjoyable survival, which is a failed attempt to cash out on CoD zombies, and a Spec ops. It just feels like an expansion to MW2, and that's where it fails. It's enjoyable, but feels old.
  76. boxcar182
    Jun 30, 2012
    7
    Another year, another Call of Duty. The game is good, has its typical action packed set moments in the campaign, the multiplayer can be hit or miss sometimes but in general its the typical multiplayer we have all been playing since 2007 with a few tweaks here and there and some new weapons. The spec ops mode is a ton of fun if you have a buddy to play with and can last you a couple ofAnother year, another Call of Duty. The game is good, has its typical action packed set moments in the campaign, the multiplayer can be hit or miss sometimes but in general its the typical multiplayer we have all been playing since 2007 with a few tweaks here and there and some new weapons. The spec ops mode is a ton of fun if you have a buddy to play with and can last you a couple of hours. Call of Duty games arent bad but there not very different from eachother, especially the Modern Warfare series they gotta mix it up or let it breathe for awhile and revamp it then comeback stronger. Well if you like MW1 and 2 then most likely youll like MW3… Expand
  77. Gabranth
    Sep 17, 2012
    5
    This game alone, as first purchase, will grant you amazing hours of fun, several multilplayer modes, co-op options and a movie like experience in the single player. However, be aware that multiplayer is based solely on speed of reaction, no team play, maps are overall small and spawns are really close, sometimes you will spawn right behind an enemy and even surrounded, as the designers ofThis game alone, as first purchase, will grant you amazing hours of fun, several multilplayer modes, co-op options and a movie like experience in the single player. However, be aware that multiplayer is based solely on speed of reaction, no team play, maps are overall small and spawns are really close, sometimes you will spawn right behind an enemy and even surrounded, as the designers of the game said, this game rewards the players who learn the spawn points and traffic routes, that is, if you are in location A you must learn that other players will spawn in point B and C, and find a spot where you can kill both while they are running in small corridors. This game is close quarter combat at its maximum.

    If you already own previous games of call of duty, name it MW or BO, this is just another one. Nothing new, just cosmetic changes and change of names of the same stuff, at this point this game is just for first timers looking for a really fast pace FPS where killing 3 people without dying is an achievement for regular players, and for fans, fans never get tired of the same thing over and over and over and over. Everyone else, this game is not for you.    … Expand
  78. Gomez
    Oct 2, 2012
    7
    We'll start with the single player campaign which, for fans of the series, starts where Modern Warfare 2 left off. There are the classically well made cinematic cut scenes and as the game starts you get some nice flashbacks to previous parts of the story. It's essentially the US versus Russia and the campaign takes place in various locations around the globe. You start in a stunningWe'll start with the single player campaign which, for fans of the series, starts where Modern Warfare 2 left off. There are the classically well made cinematic cut scenes and as the game starts you get some nice flashbacks to previous parts of the story. It's essentially the US versus Russia and the campaign takes place in various locations around the globe. You start in a stunning looking New York with other famous cities such as Paris, Berlin and London coming later in the game. However, the gameplays as we would expect a COD title to play and will be instantly familiar for long time players. The level of scale, detail and realism are truly amazing with subtle elements like clothing material making you feel even more a part of the game. Now let… Expand
  79. smate
    Nov 9, 2011
    7
    I was hoping that since those guys other people from Infinity Ward left MW3 would be good, not all wishes do come true. Quick scoping no scoping and the same old BS is back surged to us with a big COD elite FU. I will give you a 7 but if you give us the same old regurgitated maps from the others may change my mind. At least you gave us split screen online. Would have been less with outI was hoping that since those guys other people from Infinity Ward left MW3 would be good, not all wishes do come true. Quick scoping no scoping and the same old BS is back surged to us with a big COD elite FU. I will give you a 7 but if you give us the same old regurgitated maps from the others may change my mind. At least you gave us split screen online. Would have been less with out that survival and kill confirmed. At least Treyarch does something new. IS do something new popular or not people will still buy the game. I will buy the next Trearch game but I will not pay $10 for another one.… Expand
  80. Pajamabob
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    Don't listen to the haters! This score people give this game is not what it deserves. Of course it has its flaws. Every game has it flaws. This game has an epic campaign, an even more epic co-op survival and spec ops mode and multiplayer has been completely re-balanced. The graphics had a nice upgrade and this is still the most fast-paced, smooth and best gun-on-gun action you can get onDon't listen to the haters! This score people give this game is not what it deserves. Of course it has its flaws. Every game has it flaws. This game has an epic campaign, an even more epic co-op survival and spec ops mode and multiplayer has been completely re-balanced. The graphics had a nice upgrade and this is still the most fast-paced, smooth and best gun-on-gun action you can get on PS3. It does not feel like MW 2.5. It's an entirely new game. The only downside to the game is that the maps don't have the flair they had in MW2, but with so much content coming out over the coming year, I wouldn't worry too much about that. This is just a game you can't miss. And stop comparing it to Battlefield3, it's an completely different experience.… Expand
  81. Bosefus123
    Nov 8, 2011
    5
    MW3 doesn't feel like anything ground breaking and the maps are very arena like. MW2 may have been a cluster fack, but when it came out everything in it was new and exciting, you cannot say the same about MW3. I don't see this game lasting long before people start looking forward to Treyarch's installment next year.
  82. 8lackandwhit3
    Nov 10, 2011
    7
    A big "LOL" at all the negativity in these reviews. For starters, I will be the first to say that no, MW3 is not revolutionary by any stretch of the imagination. It doesn't deviate from its predecessor in many noticeable facets. However, it's not MEANT to. While that sounds lazy on paper, and may cause some "I feel like I've done this before" moments as already stated by others, let's allA big "LOL" at all the negativity in these reviews. For starters, I will be the first to say that no, MW3 is not revolutionary by any stretch of the imagination. It doesn't deviate from its predecessor in many noticeable facets. However, it's not MEANT to. While that sounds lazy on paper, and may cause some "I feel like I've done this before" moments as already stated by others, let's all be mature adults and give the game a realistic score not based entirely out of being butthurt because you were silly and expected this to be a completely different game. MW3 is not a 0, or a 1, or anything on the lower end. Infinity Ward put time into this game, and while they may not have reinvented the wheel, they tweaked the things that worked for the first two games to make them BETTER. And I, for one, am completely okay with that.

    Bottom line: If you want innovation, look elsewhere. If you're like me and just want more of what you grew to love in MW2 with fresh maps and a more balanced multiplayer experience, don't pass this one up.    … Expand
  83. omerg1993
    Jan 9, 2012
    7
    Before i start the review for this game i would like to address the feud between the the COD and BF, both great games and real heavyweights of the game industry, But! if we compare those games to any other games who came out recently they are just "solid", the game play is solid, the story is solid, the shooting is solid, overall solid games nothing too mind blowing about both of them,Before i start the review for this game i would like to address the feud between the the COD and BF, both great games and real heavyweights of the game industry, But! if we compare those games to any other games who came out recently they are just "solid", the game play is solid, the story is solid, the shooting is solid, overall solid games nothing too mind blowing about both of them, with that out of the way lets start the review.

    first the single player experience, taking place in Africa Europe and the US the game really takes you for a ride as you play the american delta force and the rogue British task force from the previous game, as far as characters go they are all pretty shallow and except the few one liners and "chargetake cover" shouts your interaction with them is kept to a minimum until the end of the game, the only note worthy character is captain price but after developing him for 4 games its not really a surprise.

    the very loose story is basically an excuse to take you through some really amazing set pieces, you will have the standard call of duty mash up of airstrikes and rail shooters like the last games which can be good at times but they feel redundant most of the time and even feel like they are slowing the pace of the game, for example you have a level in paris where you take control of a AC-130 and the control will rotate between your character plane taking you out of the action seeing how using the AC-130 isn't challenging like the fight that takes place on the ground at the same time.
    if you played the last 2 games a closure is nice but if you are looking for a deep story shooter you better wait for something else.

    Of course the focus of the game is the multiplayer, it didn't change much from what iv'e see they added a new game mode or 2 but nothing groundbreaking again the multiplayer is solid, it was good in the previous games and it retains the same standards here, the multiplayer is very fast paced and "arcady" like iv'e come to expect from COD.

    like i said it a solid game if you like the previous games this is pretty much more of the same for better or worst.    … Expand
  84. mindsale
    Nov 8, 2011
    6
    Having just completed the game on Hardened, I can say that this was both the shortest Call of Duty campaign yet (it took me ~5 hours) and the least inspired. There are few whiz-bang spectacles that put a smile on my face like piloting snowmobiles or defending a fast food restaurant did in Modern Warfare 2. It actually played more like a checklist for a focus group. Sniper levels? Check.Having just completed the game on Hardened, I can say that this was both the shortest Call of Duty campaign yet (it took me ~5 hours) and the least inspired. There are few whiz-bang spectacles that put a smile on my face like piloting snowmobiles or defending a fast food restaurant did in Modern Warfare 2. It actually played more like a checklist for a focus group. Sniper levels? Check. Vehicle sections? Check. "Controversial" moment? Check (poorly, I might add). The narrative lacks the focus, cohesion, professionalism, and sheen that the second game had (the watermark for the Modern Warfare franchise), and is over much, much too quickly. The levels are also something of an eyesore, with a nearly monochromatic color palate (save for a batch of welcome blue skies) and blurry, pixelated textures. In short, buy this game for its multiplayer, not for a satisfying conclusion to a series in whose characters you're invested.… Expand
  85. Bostardi
    Nov 9, 2011
    6
    Call of Duty use to spark thoughts and conversations of a game that rivaled, if not out played Halo, in online multiplayer. It gave us many innovations and beefed up many others. Now a days Call of Duty sparks rants about how generic it has become. Sadly Modern Warfare 3 is basically Modern Warfare 2 with 16 new maps, a few new killstreaks, modes, perks, and leveling mechanic. This mayCall of Duty use to spark thoughts and conversations of a game that rivaled, if not out played Halo, in online multiplayer. It gave us many innovations and beefed up many others. Now a days Call of Duty sparks rants about how generic it has become. Sadly Modern Warfare 3 is basically Modern Warfare 2 with 16 new maps, a few new killstreaks, modes, perks, and leveling mechanic. This may seem like a substantial amount of new content, but is it really worth $60? In my opinion Call of Duty has taken a turn onto the sports genre road. Theres a new one every year, with just a few new additions to warrant a new release. Now the Modern Warfare campaign for me was always just so-so. The huge set pieces and high octane action are straight out of a Bay film. But really the huge explosions and crazy action can't really hide the badly written, and sometimes confusing, story. Spec Ops was first introduced to us in Modern Warfare 2 and im glad to say its back. For me Spec Ops was more entertaing and rewarding playing with a friend, then raging at a other people online. They have also introduced a new mode, Survial, which isn't at all original, bascially a horde mode, where waves upon waves of enemies came at you. This mode is being implemented into almost every FPS now a days, its fun yes, but i would like to see something new for a change. The graphics haven't really changed much, if at all, from Modern Warfare 2. A quick glimpse at a screen with Modern Warfare 3, could easily be mistaken for its older counterpart. The soundtrack is nothing to special, but it does have its moments. There are many rehashed noises when firing guns, reloading, etc. but thats to be expected. Overall this addition to the Call of Duty franchise feels more like a shallow expansion than a full fledged game. Activision is going to end up running Call of Duty into the ground with these yearly outings (Guitar Hero/Tony Hawk), hopefully upcoming entries into the franchise can make a fresh start into something that has become very stale in the past years. Graphics: 6/10 Sound: 5/10 Gameplay: 7.5/10 Lasting Appeal: 6/10 Overall: 6/10… Expand
  86. So_beast247
    Dec 27, 2011
    7
    The short version is that it meets expectations. Presentation: Satisfactory, if predictable
    Sound:See above
    Story: A decent conclusion to an explosive storyline Spec Ops:Survival is a breath of fresh air in contrast to.... Multiplayer; Doesn't rewrite the formula, instead focusing on Improving on what is already present To Close: If you weren't sold on the titles preceding it, MW3 will do    The short version is that it meets expectations. Presentation: Satisfactory, if predictable
    Sound:See above
    Story: A decent conclusion to an explosive storyline
    Spec Ops:Survival is a breath of fresh air in contrast to....
    Multiplayer; Doesn't rewrite the formula, instead focusing on Improving on what is already present
    To Close: If you weren't sold on the titles preceding it, MW3 will do little to sway you.
    If you've played(and enjoyed) any of the previous games, it's an easy recommendation.    … Expand
  87. mwfanboyps31989
    Nov 9, 2011
    5
    Infinity ward has used the same formula since COD4. Afraid to step outside the box and come out with somenthing fresh, they stick to the same formula. If you think about it and do the math your getting about twenty new maps which if it was "new dlc for mw2" would be about $75 plus if each map pack had 5 maps so thats one way to look at it. For those that are new to the series and notInfinity ward has used the same formula since COD4. Afraid to step outside the box and come out with somenthing fresh, they stick to the same formula. If you think about it and do the math your getting about twenty new maps which if it was "new dlc for mw2" would be about $75 plus if each map pack had 5 maps so thats one way to look at it. For those that are new to the series and not experienced with shooters your gonna have a hard time with the fast paced action. practice,practice, practice. overall i am only going to play this game because i spent the money and its the latest in the series.… Expand
  88. StillAtMyMoms
    Nov 9, 2011
    5
    What killed the COD franchise? Atrocious multiplayer map design. I welcomed the new killstreak system and even overlooked the whole "why fix it if it ain't broke" approach with the new MW developers in terms of graphics and mechanics. But when it appears that the new IW and Sledgehammer took a cue from Medal of Honor (2010) in their multiplayer creation instead of carefully constructingWhat killed the COD franchise? Atrocious multiplayer map design. I welcomed the new killstreak system and even overlooked the whole "why fix it if it ain't broke" approach with the new MW developers in terms of graphics and mechanics. But when it appears that the new IW and Sledgehammer took a cue from Medal of Honor (2010) in their multiplayer creation instead of carefully constructing balanced, strategic maps, you better believe fans will be irate because that's solely why people play COD: MULTIPLAYER. That is how nearly five years ago why this franchise became so well-known and adorned: innovative features in their multiplayer game. It is so apparent that the new people in the MW franchise had no experience in creating playable maps. It's so bad that even Black Ops's maps shine in comparison. I remember hearing that these maps were specifically designed to eliminate campers. You just have to laugh and scratch your head considering the various rooms and narrow corridors noobz can fork out. The quality of maps gradually declined after each subsequent installment. I think if the new developers want to redeem themselves from their ill-fated multiplayer design, they need to analyze and learn from the genius of IW 1.0 and understand what it takes to make truly competitive maps in order to make a QUALITY map pack instead of spray and pray mazes--because that's essentially what the new maps are! I seriously doubt BF3 fanboys are flaming this board too. It's really that bad, people. If the newbie developers, and Activision for that matter, want to continue the franchise, they better take a cue from the original IW and NOT TREYARCH in terms of multiplayer maps.… Expand
  89. Skyline_21mad
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    The campaign has only disappointed me. I expected more, seems to replay MW2. But the cooperative is fantastic, especially the survival mode. The multiplayer is ok, is not the best, not the worst but I was expecting something different ... I hate to repeat myself but it seems MW2 ...
  90. SnapWire
    Nov 11, 2011
    7
    The best part about this is all the whiny BF3 fanboys crying about how it got rated higher than BF3 by the critics... Pathetic-- get over it. I like both games-- certainly, BF3 is more of a significant change from BFBC2 than MW3 is from MW2... But if you were a fan of the previous CODs, you'll most likely have fun with this one as well. 7/10 due to the lack of any big changes, butThe best part about this is all the whiny BF3 fanboys crying about how it got rated higher than BF3 by the critics... Pathetic-- get over it. I like both games-- certainly, BF3 is more of a significant change from BFBC2 than MW3 is from MW2... But if you were a fan of the previous CODs, you'll most likely have fun with this one as well. 7/10 due to the lack of any big changes, but certainly still a good game.… Expand
  91. AlmostVoid
    Nov 12, 2011
    5
    MW3 is like eating Pizza. If you eat it every night it gets old. Problematic Mic support right off the bat and unexplainable lag that i never had in Mw2. It looks prettier and well balanced but it leaves me feeling empty like i wanted more. It still has the addictive charisma it always had as in i will continue to play it but i find my self more annoyed that i dropped $110 for a game thatMW3 is like eating Pizza. If you eat it every night it gets old. Problematic Mic support right off the bat and unexplainable lag that i never had in Mw2. It looks prettier and well balanced but it leaves me feeling empty like i wanted more. It still has the addictive charisma it always had as in i will continue to play it but i find my self more annoyed that i dropped $110 for a game that doesn't live up to what i expect. Especialy Cod Elite. I would have thought that the money i spent would go to the server and not to Activisions pockets.… Expand
  92. shaneisonfire66
    Nov 12, 2011
    7
    The bad...
    Way too much lag compared to mw 2
    Frame rate jerky even with good ping The good... New good maps The deal breaker... Way too many cheating spoiling the game play, which also causes slow build up of points and weapons, this makes the game frustrating and somewhat boring.. I used to be in the top 3 in mw2 early days and black ops for the first 6 months, I still play the    The bad...
    Way too much lag compared to mw 2
    Frame rate jerky even with good ping

    The good... New good maps

    The deal breaker... Way too many cheating spoiling the game play, which also causes slow build up of points and weapons, this makes the game frustrating and somewhat boring..
    I used to be in the top 3 in mw2 early days and black ops for the first 6 months, I still play the same, yet I am somewhere around the bottom in this game, looking at kill cams I die because MY gun uses a whole clip to kill someone, there's kills me in one or two shots, I run at two mph and they run at 20 mph Cheating killed black Ops for me and this game is going the same way, fast!
    The greedy developers knew about the cheats and did NOTHING about them before the general release and by default this game will go down as a fail because sledgehammer have NOT the know how to correct the ancient faults with ID software base code.
    Best buy will give me 50 bux for it so it may be gone by next weekend, damn good riddance I say!    … Expand
  93. TheSugi
    Nov 15, 2011
    7
    Good game but nothing revolutionary. Always enjoyed MW but never a die hard fan but even I was disappointed with this. Its good, but not amazing. Having never played Battlefield games for longer than a few mins, BF3 has come strides whereas MW3 feels like its been complacent since MW2.
  94. TCHeaven
    Nov 17, 2011
    5
    Single player experience is an improvement over MW2 but there is still very little plot or original ideas in it. In the Multiplayer about 8/10 of the game you get into lag to the point at which navigating around the map is problematic let alone actually playing the game and the spawn system seem so broken as to there being no system in place at all. You don't play a COD single playerSingle player experience is an improvement over MW2 but there is still very little plot or original ideas in it. In the Multiplayer about 8/10 of the game you get into lag to the point at which navigating around the map is problematic let alone actually playing the game and the spawn system seem so broken as to there being no system in place at all. You don't play a COD single player expecting the greatest story ever so I can accept that not being the best but honestly online I don't think the game is even finished yet, perhaps in a month or 2 when presumably these problems will have been patched away I could recommend buying MW3 but right now its realy not fit for release judging from my experience. Its unacceptable that activision are allowed to release what is essentially a broken product onto the market were there this depth of problems with another form of entertainment people would be demanding refunds, its a middle finger to gamers.… Expand
  95. AmericanGamer
    Nov 20, 2011
    7
    Let's face it, this game is good, but disappointing. Some forms of Modern Warfare 2 were updated, like strike packages, guns and maps, but it feels like we paid full price for an expansion. Overall the game is fun, and others must think this too by the number of people playing the game, but consumers are getting to the point where tired of playing a lot of money for the same experience.
  96. Magic1810
    Nov 22, 2011
    7
    Always been a big fan of FPS, and especially the MW franchise, so like most other fans was really looking forward to playing this (probably more for the single player as I've never really gotten into the multiplayer). Not surprisingly, there's nothing new in the gameplay. However, I was a little surprised at my 'non-plussed' reaction at the end of the game....while it all looks good,Always been a big fan of FPS, and especially the MW franchise, so like most other fans was really looking forward to playing this (probably more for the single player as I've never really gotten into the multiplayer). Not surprisingly, there's nothing new in the gameplay. However, I was a little surprised at my 'non-plussed' reaction at the end of the game....while it all looks good, perhaps it is a case of flogging a dead horse. Additionally, the SFX have been altered with the background score being overpowering.… Expand
  97. Super8mm
    Dec 14, 2011
    5
    This wasn't a bad game, it was just the same thing as MW2 which was upsetting, it had the same exact guns and gameplay, the only things that were different was the maps, and the campain. the only thing that was exciting about this game was the spec ops. If you love MW2 then you will love this, but if you don't want to buy the same game twice, don't waste your time
  98. dluo
    Dec 26, 2011
    6
    I had to get his game since MW2 was the first PS3 game I got and I own Black Ops. The multiplier is fun but gets redundant after a month of playing. I'm not much of a multiplier guy but I don make an exception for call of duty. The campaign was too cliche, Russian trying to destroy the world??? sounds like the plot of every other Hollywood film these days. The game is too western for me,I had to get his game since MW2 was the first PS3 game I got and I own Black Ops. The multiplier is fun but gets redundant after a month of playing. I'm not much of a multiplier guy but I don make an exception for call of duty. The campaign was too cliche, Russian trying to destroy the world??? sounds like the plot of every other Hollywood film these days. The game is too western for me, WW3 a fight with Americans, Europe and Russia? it sounds alot like ww2 but set in the modern era. Seriously where is China??? the second most powerful country in the world, if there is a ww3 than certainly China would have a part to play. The multiplayer is just basically the same formula from mw2 with changes for balancing issues but I did feel infinite ward got lazy with this title and just rehash everything from the previous mw2 and change the 2 to a 3 just so they can release another game. But nonetheless they got what they wanted, the number one largest entertainment launch in history once again. It's amazing how much money a company can make once they get the formula for an addictive game play down, at the same time it's also pretty sad. As long as their making this much money I doubt they'll change much in any future call of duty games so I am pretty sure this will be my last call of duty game.… Expand
  99. PuzonpalacE
    Dec 28, 2011
    7
    I know same ol' same ol' repeat of modern warfare 2, but that comment pretty much sums it up. The guns are the same, with the exception of a few pretty good guns. The maps are the same maze driven, dirt roads, burning cars, busted up buildings, --and with what seems to be caution from the creators-- few great spots like in MW2 and black ops (even with how bad that game was). The additionI know same ol' same ol' repeat of modern warfare 2, but that comment pretty much sums it up. The guns are the same, with the exception of a few pretty good guns. The maps are the same maze driven, dirt roads, burning cars, busted up buildings, --and with what seems to be caution from the creators-- few great spots like in MW2 and black ops (even with how bad that game was). The addition of the strike packages add a new twist, but realistically, along with the kill streaks, they are the same as MW2. One thing i really did like about the multiplayer is being able to carry streaks across deaths, being as how for me its kill, death, kill, death, and so on, and so on. (Also, drop zone is the one thing that kept me playing the game. On to campaign, overall it was an alright campaign, for the fact that it was fresh, and a little interesting, but always being on the brink of death isn't fun in any of the Call of Duty games. In spec ops, the addition of survival is pretty fun, but it is a poor attempt at combating Treyarch's/ Activision's zombies. The missions are a nice challenge.… Expand
  100. umberbrowngamer
    Jan 1, 2012
    6
    Does the praised shooter mw3 live up to its hype? no, multiplayer: it is still very imbalanced and still has glitches, and spawns are horrible and i have noticed a 3 bar feels like a 2 bar, it also have not much new 6/10besides 2 new game modes and a few maps campaign: Michael bay on exctacy times 10 7/10 sound: the guns sound like air soft guns and the explosions are really fake 4/10Does the praised shooter mw3 live up to its hype? no, multiplayer: it is still very imbalanced and still has glitches, and spawns are horrible and i have noticed a 3 bar feels like a 2 bar, it also have not much new 6/10besides 2 new game modes and a few maps campaign: Michael bay on exctacy times 10 7/10 sound: the guns sound like air soft guns and the explosions are really fake 4/10 graphics: really dated should of tweaked the engine still ok 6/10, final score 6/10 activison will soon kill this series like they did to tony hawk, true crime, and guitar hero, they need to learn about balancing there multiplayer dated there engine and learning how to get better sound design. overall..... dont buy this game dont buy it at all… Expand
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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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