Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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  1. JuanMS
    Aug 20, 2023
    7
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  2. Jyadaus
    Jul 21, 2023
    7
    What a disappointment after MW2 and BO. I played this game later even though there is no hype for me, disappointment hit me hard. I can't imagine how bad for players in 2011.
  3. asdgasgea
    May 19, 2023
    7
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  4. JesseDillinger
    Mar 21, 2023
    6
    eesh the negative reviews. Haha. I played this game a lot as a kid. It wasn't as fun as MW2, but it was pretty similar. The story is a good conclusion overall. I liked the survival rounds missions. They were fun.
  5. HuevoAlce
    Jun 25, 2022
    5
    While it has its moments, Modern Warfare 3 fails to live up to the legacy of its predecessor.
  6. Masterspeed
    Mar 21, 2022
    7
    Cerita nya mulai membosankan dan multiplayer yang sama dengan mw 2 dan grafis nya tidak ada beda dengan mw2
  7. chernandez31
    Feb 23, 2022
    7
    Kinda hated by the community since it was more of the same. Though true, it improved on many unbalanced aspects from MW2. A very good game.
  8. YigidOx2
    Feb 8, 2021
    7
    It is a more raw game than other games in this series. In fact, there is no change between MW: 2. Even the story is made by collecting the stories of other games in this series. But I don't think it's disgraceful. It is a little exaggeration.

    Note: F for Soap ...
  9. GODvaria
    Feb 1, 2021
    7
    В принципе дефолтная колда,ну хоть высер из будущего не стали добавлять и на этом спасибо.3я часть годная и все из модры.
  10. FidelGastro
    Jan 1, 2021
    7
    Well, just finished campaign and to be honest, this game is just DLC to Modern Warfare 2.
    However the as a last part of Modern Warfare trilogy is quite decent. Its worst Modern Warfare of these three games, there is no doubt about it. Also there is no visible progress in graphics.
    The campaign was incredible fun, nice level design (the only bad level was the one where the chase of the    Well, just finished campaign and to be honest, this game is just DLC to Modern Warfare 2.
    However the as a last part of Modern Warfare trilogy is quite decent. Its worst Modern Warfare of these three games, there is no doubt about it. Also there is no visible progress in graphics.

    The campaign was incredible fun, nice level design (the only bad level was the one where the chase of the subway was). Lot of guns, nice characters. But lot of details i´ve hated.

    So first of all... why Nikolai´s comrades in arms having Czech surnames instead of Russian ? Then why millitia in Africa has same weapons as a proffesional Russian army in New York ? They could definitely give them instead of modern versions of AKs the old rusted AKs and SMGs with wooden grips and etc. like the rusted 50.cal on pickup car.

    Then, in MW2 i´ve complained about dog move animations.... now, millitia has for some reason Hyennas.. WHY? Why would someone take hyenna instead of dog for combat ?
    In Paris there is Russian T72 tank with graphic model from MW1...
    And Prague doesnt even close looks like Prague in real...
    + some nice easter eggs like TIME magazine where you can see Most Wanted Price and Soap on front page of magazine.

    Well, in the end i cant go higher than 7/10.    … Expand
  11. 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.
  12. 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.
  13. PixelGamer115
    Oct 24, 2020
    7
    - Campaign: 7/10
    - Spec-Ops & Survival: 4/10
    - Multiplayer: 6/10

    .........
  14. 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.
  15. 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
  16. okayokay
    Oct 10, 2018
    5
    rrrrrrrrrrraaaaaaaaaaadddddddddddiiiiiiiiiiicccccccccccaaaaaaaaaaalllllllllll
  17. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    5
    A fairly mediocre shooter with a boring story and an overall lackluster campaign. Multiplayer is a decent amount of fun, which makes it worth a play at some point.
  18. SrPepe
    Oct 29, 2017
    7
    La campaña es muy corta teniendo en cuenta lo que sus predecesores nos habían demostrado, sin embargo esta muy buena, no me disgusta. En cuanto al online, para mi salud ni lo he tocado.
  19. MadPax5000
    Nov 27, 2016
    5
    I was not much into the COD series and started off with it recently. Modern warfare 3 was not impressive. The gameplay was simple, which is not really the issue. The storyline is weak and just tries to build upon where MW2 left off. Not too many weapons you could really browse through.

    The end sequence was good and enjoyed that but otherwise througout the game, the storyline did not    I was not much into the COD series and started off with it recently. Modern warfare 3 was not impressive. The gameplay was simple, which is not really the issue. The storyline is weak and just tries to build upon where MW2 left off. Not too many weapons you could really browse through.

    The end sequence was good and enjoyed that but otherwise througout the game, the storyline did not really keep me interested.    … Expand
  20. XxJoseManuelxX
    Nov 12, 2016
    6
    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is a first-person shooter video game, developed by Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games, with development assistance from Raven Software, and published by Activision.

    + Good Campaign
    + Good Mutiplayer
    - More of the Sam
    - Bad AI
  21. josesueiro
    May 13, 2016
    5
    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is a first-person shooter video game, developed by Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games, with development assistance from Raven Software, and published by Activision.

    + Good Campaign
    + Good Mutiplayer
    - More of the Same
  22. nicomarin12
    Feb 16, 2016
    6
    If we take MW3 as a game of its own, it is an excellent game.

    The campaign is everything we could've asked for, the MW trilogy is the best CoD campaign. We see all of our favorite characters and the story is incredible and very fun to play. In story MW3 takes the cake. The multiplayer is very fun and much better than the mess that was Black Ops. It has some new modes that are a blast    If we take MW3 as a game of its own, it is an excellent game.

    The campaign is everything we could've asked for, the MW trilogy is the best CoD campaign. We see all of our favorite characters and the story is incredible and very fun to play. In story MW3 takes the cake.

    The multiplayer is very fun and much better than the mess that was Black Ops. It has some new modes that are a blast to play, me and my friends always had a great time playing Infected, Money in the Denk for example. But it is very similar to MW2, and here goes the flaws of MW3.

    While MW2 was an improvement from CoD4, MW3 it's MW2 all over again. The multiplayer is almost the same; the graphics, weapons, maps, there's really nothing that stands out from previous CoDs. And MW2's multiplayer is much more fun.

    Spec Ops are nothing amazing, and it could get tiring after sometime. Survival is a bad rip-off from Zombies, and it doesn't have anything incredible to show.

    I'd only recommend this game if you want to get into CoD and you find this at a reasonable price. If you own MW2, play that one a little more and it'll be like MW3.

    All in all, is more like a disappointing game than a bad game.    … Expand
  23. PeterAlexander
    Jan 6, 2016
    7
    Whilst Modern Warfare 3 acts as one of the weakest games of the franchise, the campaign makes for some epic moments. Following off two stunning Modern Warfare entries, the game had a lot to live up to. Whilst the campaign has its brilliant moments, the story feels far too familiar and anti-climatic and perhaps suffers by attempting to be too epic. The online side of the game feels like aWhilst Modern Warfare 3 acts as one of the weakest games of the franchise, the campaign makes for some epic moments. Following off two stunning Modern Warfare entries, the game had a lot to live up to. Whilst the campaign has its brilliant moments, the story feels far too familiar and anti-climatic and perhaps suffers by attempting to be too epic. The online side of the game feels like a downgraded version of Modern Warfare 2 unfortunately, particularly with a questionably dull colour scheme.… Expand
  24. hongkong97
    Aug 31, 2015
    5
    call of duty modern warfare 3 is an alright cod game. not really the best cod game but not the worst. mw3 campaign was great and the spec ops was amazing but the mulitplayer was dull and boring. it just felt like an addon on for mw2 i mean the graphics were the same the guns were the same. not really a big change for call of duty. if your a fan of call of duty. pick up bo1 or bo2 causecall of duty modern warfare 3 is an alright cod game. not really the best cod game but not the worst. mw3 campaign was great and the spec ops was amazing but the mulitplayer was dull and boring. it just felt like an addon on for mw2 i mean the graphics were the same the guns were the same. not really a big change for call of duty. if your a fan of call of duty. pick up bo1 or bo2 cause these game looked different or maybe pick up mw2 or waw or cod 4 cause those games were fantasic.… Expand
  25. AvxrageJoe
    Jul 3, 2015
    5
    It has a good campaign that ends the Modern Warfare trilogy and the story of Bravo Team and TF141. The multiplayer however is terrible. Atleast for PS3. The 360 version's MP is better.

    (Played this when it came out, I'm just now writing the review)
  26. poklane
    Mar 24, 2015
    7
    Average, that's all, this game is the definition of average. The graphics aren't improved at all from MW2 and Black Ops. The story is quite good if you like a rollercoaster, co-op is awesome with friends but MP is horribly unbalanced with no proper developer support.
  27. Critical_Gamer1
    Jan 2, 2015
    5
    Same **** game as MW2 and COD 4, just different maps(some reused). The graphics are worse, so are the maps and weapons. The game is not balanced. Campers will love this game. The only good thing is that its similar to mw2 but its a bit worse.
  28. DGDrocks7
    Oct 12, 2014
    7
    I'm seeing extremism here. The game isn't bad, so stop giving it bad scores. Yet, this is almost the same game from 2009 (MW2), so it's definitely not a game to be awarded Game of the Year or something.

    The story takes place right after MW2 left off. Most of the time, you play as Yuri, a member of TF141 and Frost, a Delta Force operative. WWIII has broken out, and it's up to you to find    I'm seeing extremism here. The game isn't bad, so stop giving it bad scores. Yet, this is almost the same game from 2009 (MW2), so it's definitely not a game to be awarded Game of the Year or something.

    The story takes place right after MW2 left off. Most of the time, you play as Yuri, a member of TF141 and Frost, a Delta Force operative. WWIII has broken out, and it's up to you to find the man responsible for it, Makarov. Soap and Captain Price returns, and since is the final chapter in the MW series, you'll see how it all concludes. Honestly, only those who played the previous games will enjoy it. Everyone else will have no idea what's going on.

    Multiplayer is the same thing from previous games. You have now "Support" streaks, where if you die, you don't lose your streak; it carries over between deaths. The problem is that it's said to help your team, but one "Support" streak is a Stealth bomber, which hurts the other team. That's supposed to be in the "Assault" streaks, which is the traditional killstreak structure. Nothing else much here.

    What I did like though is "Survival" mode, where you must fend off waves of enemies on various maps. I spent most of my time, here. But this wasn't enough to justify the $60 price tag when it came out.

    Call of Duty does the same thing year after year; it's not worth paying $60, but now it's cheap; a new one is now like $20. I think that a perfect price for this game, so go get it.    … Expand
  29. 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.
  30. 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.
  31. 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
  32. 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.
  33. eagleeyeviking
    Dec 12, 2013
    6
    It's multiplier gameplay falls short but this installment serves up the excitement and hype surrounding it. It's campaign is definitely flawed, but still passes. The main concern, however, is the lack of co-ops which causes this game to be more of a temporary delight that a long-term game to be played.
  34. ReakMayhem
    Nov 1, 2013
    7
    I don't get the hate of the series. It is what all video games are supposed to be, it is fun. When people say that this game is the same as MW2, I get that point, but that doesn't mean to have attitude like a preschooler. I like this game, but that doesn't mean I get bashed on like I did 9/11.
  35. 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
  36. 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
  37. 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
  38. 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
  39. 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
  40. 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.
  41. 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
  42. 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
  43. juicejuice
    Feb 3, 2013
    7
    For me this is the best first person shooter out there because of it's similarities to the best first person shooter of all time: COD4.
  44. 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
  45. 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
  46. Jmanzer
    Nov 29, 2012
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Guns that take more bullets than it would take rocks to kill a man, spawn rapes, under powered explosives and... well... THEY KILLED SOAP!! So yeah, don't play it... I mean, if they at least made people get knocked down from bullets or even flinch the TINIEST bit, then MAYBE it would be SOMETHING like realistic. Plus they need to turn up the damage on bullets and explosives, make knifing get a cool animation so it doesn't look like your trying to open a door when you stab someone.… Expand
  47. 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
  48. franco214
    Nov 13, 2012
    5
    Being the leading FPS selling game there must be something in the CoD series that people like. Myself i am struggling to see what everyone else sees. There has been no huge advancement in the last few itterations and that is what dissapoints me the most. CoD gets fantastic sales from banging out the same thing each year and while i agree with the philosophy 'if it ain't broke don't fix it'Being the leading FPS selling game there must be something in the CoD series that people like. Myself i am struggling to see what everyone else sees. There has been no huge advancement in the last few itterations and that is what dissapoints me the most. CoD gets fantastic sales from banging out the same thing each year and while i agree with the philosophy 'if it ain't broke don't fix it' i would still like to see more. I have not gone through the campaign and i have only brought this game for the muliplayer as my friends do not play anything else. The multiplayer is fun, gameplay is good but i just don't feel enthused anytime i put this game in to play. I want more from CoD… Expand
  49. GamersLikeABoss
    Nov 10, 2012
    5
    i think the call of duty collection should stop making games, the first call of duty games is really fun and fresh but now is the same thing, shooting people and i was expecting something new but i think i would rather play battlefield instead of the same thing over and over again
  50. Coder_K
    Oct 30, 2012
    7
    It's a good game but Infinity Ward brings nothing new to the table. I felt like I was playing the same missions from MW2. It's time for something new.
  51. Jakintosh
    Oct 8, 2012
    7
    I don't play online multiplayer, but from what I've played of the Single Player and the Spec Ops, I can say that this game is at least a solid FPS. It's not ground breaking, but it can provide a good amount of entertainment. I wouldn't say it is worth $60 + however much all the DLC costs, but it's still at least entertaining. It is very similar to previous games, but if you can get pastI don't play online multiplayer, but from what I've played of the Single Player and the Spec Ops, I can say that this game is at least a solid FPS. It's not ground breaking, but it can provide a good amount of entertainment. I wouldn't say it is worth $60 + however much all the DLC costs, but it's still at least entertaining. It is very similar to previous games, but if you can get past that, it's worth checking out.… Expand
  52. ParagonMichael
    Oct 6, 2012
    7
    I Kinda enjoyed the game, it´s not like the previous game, which i played ALOT more.
    But this game somehow let me down in the multiplayer, it somewhat pisses me off, that most people only care about Multi-Player, and less about Single-Player~
    However, Single-Player mode did definitly not let me down! I enjoyed it 100% It had an great ending, and good action, if it were´nt for    I Kinda enjoyed the game, it´s not like the previous game, which i played ALOT more.
    But this game somehow let me down in the multiplayer, it somewhat pisses me off, that most people only care about Multi-Player, and less about Single-Player~
    However, Single-Player mode did definitly not let me down! I enjoyed it 100% It had an great ending, and good action, if it were´nt for Single-Player, i would have rated the game 3 or Less.    … Expand
  53. CursedKnight187
    Oct 6, 2012
    6
    Whilst this game is, without a doubt, an enjoyable experience, it fails to bring anything new or fresh to this legendary franchise. The campaign had high moments but was less emotionally significant and enjoyable than its predecessors. The special ops mode was a little innovative with its survival mode, however it felt like a weak copy of the Treyarch zombies mode, but the missions wereWhilst this game is, without a doubt, an enjoyable experience, it fails to bring anything new or fresh to this legendary franchise. The campaign had high moments but was less emotionally significant and enjoyable than its predecessors. The special ops mode was a little innovative with its survival mode, however it felt like a weak copy of the Treyarch zombies mode, but the missions were easy and not particularly fun. The multiplayer was almost like an expansions to Modern Warfare 2's multiplayer, as it brought nearly nothing new to the table. Overall this game is a decent installment in the Call of Duty franchise but it suggests that the franchise is perhaps beginning to be consumed by age.… Expand
  54. fortySIXnTWO
    Oct 3, 2012
    5
    After almost a year to let the dust settle, I have found myself going back to Black Ops. What? Back to Black Ops? That goes to show that MW3 is nothing more than a rehash of what has already been done. Spec Ops missions are largely forgettable and the survival mode is nice, but only for so long.
  55. 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
  56. CanaMavrickTwo
    Sep 29, 2012
    5
    Let me get things straight. It's not as good as some people say, and it's not as bad as other people say. On the negative side, it changes almost nothing since MW2, every map is designed to have one or multiple camping spots or unfair peeps and holes for noobs, the community is filled with crying children and the perks, weapons and killstreaks are pretty unbalanced. On the positive side,Let me get things straight. It's not as good as some people say, and it's not as bad as other people say. On the negative side, it changes almost nothing since MW2, every map is designed to have one or multiple camping spots or unfair peeps and holes for noobs, the community is filled with crying children and the perks, weapons and killstreaks are pretty unbalanced. On the positive side, the controls are great, the "feel" is great, it continues the plot and ends it (I hope so) and the spec ops will last a bit. Overall, it's in between OK and mediocre. I don't think it belongs the amount of attention it has and some people either just like or hate this too much. I just hope that COD and military shooters in general becomes a thing of the past after the next generation because they are getting stale.… Expand
  57. 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
  58. GameReviews
    Aug 13, 2012
    6
    Look, people, if you have Modern Warfare 2, than there is no reason to buy Modern Warfare 3. It's just a shame that this game is officially a full game. MW3 is more like an expansion. But, still It's really fun. Campaign It's great, as always, because is a COD. And the multiplayer is addictive fun, but completely the same as MW2. Even the graphics are the same. This "expansion" is fairLook, people, if you have Modern Warfare 2, than there is no reason to buy Modern Warfare 3. It's just a shame that this game is officially a full game. MW3 is more like an expansion. But, still It's really fun. Campaign It's great, as always, because is a COD. And the multiplayer is addictive fun, but completely the same as MW2. Even the graphics are the same. This "expansion" is fair from my opinion, but I'm really disappointed. 64 out of 100… Expand
  59. EnigmaReviews
    Jul 24, 2012
    5
    The Modern Warfare series has finally wrapped up. So how good is the last installment. Well if you've played the previous Modern Warfare you'll have an exact picture of what the new one is like. Nothing much if not anything at all has changed in this game. The story is uninteresting and the spec ops mode still didn't meet its potential. Th. Infinity Ward has added a new feature calledThe Modern Warfare series has finally wrapped up. So how good is the last installment. Well if you've played the previous Modern Warfare you'll have an exact picture of what the new one is like. Nothing much if not anything at all has changed in this game. The story is uninteresting and the spec ops mode still didn't meet its potential. Th. Infinity Ward has added a new feature called survival mode. This is where I give them credit. Survival mode is addictive and fun but at times it seems impossible. All though Firefight and Horde mode from the Halo and Gears franchise are still much better survival mode is still a great game mode. The multiplayer is where Modern Warfare 3 shines. But the multiplayer doesn't shine at all. Like all other parts of the game the multiplayer is still "been there, done that". Same guns and same layout nothing new there. Overall I'll give the game a 5/10 because back in the day this would be considered an expansion pack.… Expand
  60. 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
  61. sinadoom
    Jul 14, 2012
    7
    MW3 SPEC OPS/SURVIVAL ONLY REVIEW. Based on playing spec ops and survival modes co-operatively in split-screen, I can say that Modern Warfare 3 does not fail in this department. Of course, the lack of staffing and time to produce this game has meant that, as with the multiplayer, a lot has been copied over from both CoD4 and MW2. However, the survival mode is something new- kind of a crossMW3 SPEC OPS/SURVIVAL ONLY REVIEW. Based on playing spec ops and survival modes co-operatively in split-screen, I can say that Modern Warfare 3 does not fail in this department. Of course, the lack of staffing and time to produce this game has meant that, as with the multiplayer, a lot has been copied over from both CoD4 and MW2. However, the survival mode is something new- kind of a cross between spec ops and zombies. It's very simple but still fun to play, but is not as gripping or addictive as zombies in World at War, for instance. You face attack helicopters, riot shield juggernauts, juggernauts, attack dogs and ordinary soliders. Unlike zombies though, the number of enemies per round does not increase; rather their difficulty and the types of enemies does instead. You can purchase upgrades such as weapons, attachments, perks, killstreaks and even a squad to help you by earning money, and XP ranks you up so you can buy better stuff once you hit the top level 50. You rank up in both spec ops and survival, and as with MW2's split-screen multiplayer, your progression and unlocks are saved in survival/spec ops. The good thing about survival is how you can play them on all multiplayer maps, so it's not like zombies where you have only a few to choose from. Whilst survival makes a genuinely decent addition to co-op, spec ops only manages to copy over missions from the campaign and ideas from both CoD4 and MW2. If you've played them two games, you won't be surprised by anything here. Some missions they've made the copy and paste VERY obvious (like Mile Highjack being a direct copy of Mile High Club). In terms of variety, there is a fair amount. There are a good mix of missions here, not all completely different from each other but an entertaining mix nontheless, with quality being the same as Modern Warfare 2's spec ops missions. The difference is that in MW3 each mission has criteria for high score, which may range from explosion kills, sniper kills, headshots, accuracy time, difficulty etc. What's more, each mission has leaderboards for both co-op and solo, which is nice because it gives them replay value which MW2 lacked. The missions themselves are your usual mix of firing range time trials, bomb defusals, objective collection/extraction, hostage rescue, providing cover for teammate in AC130 or sniping, stealth and just run and gun action. The missions themselves are actually pretty fun in co-op and the variety means that if you're bored of one playstyle you can easily try another mission or have a crack at getting a higher round on survival. Make no mistake, Modern Warfare 3 is by far the best Call of Duty game yet for co-operative gameplay, but I somehow feel that it's below Call of Duty standards. Don't get me wrong, it's just as good as MW2's co-op, but while Modern Warfare 2 pushed and raised the boundaries, Modern Warfare 3 hasn't really done anything new. There's nothing you'll be amazed by at all, and you will frankly laugh at some of their attempts when they blatantly copied and pasted some stuff over such as a building in the CoD4 Pipeline map in one of the spec ops levels. Once you've played the missions a few times though, you will get bored of them easily. However, due to the great variety you may find a few you like, so you could spend hours trying to improve your leaderboard ranking. Personally if it was me, I would much rather spend that time improving high scores in CoD4's arcade mode, as the levels were miles superior to any spec ops mission in MW3. Overall, it's a credible component of Modern Warfare 3 and if you purchased the game for a reasonable price you will not be disappointed. It's a solid co-op, but nothing new or mind-blowing. It's a safe bet for a co-op, but nothing special.… Expand
  62. 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
  63. 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
  64. 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
  65. 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.)
  66. ZeroNegative
    Jun 20, 2012
    7
    Call of Duty comes back with COD Modern Warfare 3, that is not revolutionary, but still It's fun. It haves a great single player and a good multiplayer. But, overall, It's disappointing. This threequel is more like an expansion. But, still is fun. The multiplayer can be sometimes a big letdown, but single player is solid.
  67. CODfrommyhouse
    Jun 12, 2012
    6
    At first modern warfare 3 seemed like a great game and I loved it.But since then i realised the multiplayer is poorly supported on important issues, lacks creativity, and is full of overpowered killstreaks.The singleplayer is good, but was way to short, but this was not a big surprise to any of us it was infinity ward being normal, the singleplayer is fun even with it being very short,SpecAt first modern warfare 3 seemed like a great game and I loved it.But since then i realised the multiplayer is poorly supported on important issues, lacks creativity, and is full of overpowered killstreaks.The singleplayer is good, but was way to short, but this was not a big surprise to any of us it was infinity ward being normal, the singleplayer is fun even with it being very short,Spec ops is great for cooling down after playing a frustrating multiplayer, with the all new survival mode acting like a zombies game it is fun and holds great creativity, unfortunately the IW team did not listen to the community when we said we wanted 4 players, spec ops missions are coll to with revamped ideas it is fun to play with friends,The elite package is ONLY good for hardcore gamers dispite having issues elite still holds value to me even me being on ps3.When all said and done i give the call of duty title modern warfare 3 a 6.0 out of 10 being a great game if you balance your playtime… Expand
  68. dinoslayer6
    Jun 7, 2012
    5
    55/100.
    When MW3 was first released and for about the first month after release, I was in love. Then, I put in Black Ops and noticed the considerable differences and how down scaled MW3 was. Then I put in MW2 and really began wondering why Infinity Ward did what they did on MW3. I(personally) hate smaller maps, such as Dome, Arkaden, or Resistance. MW3 put extra power into guns while    55/100.
    When MW3 was first released and for about the first month after release, I was in love. Then, I put in Black Ops and noticed the considerable differences and how down scaled MW3 was. Then I put in MW2 and really began wondering why Infinity Ward did what they did on MW3. I(personally) hate smaller maps, such as Dome, Arkaden, or Resistance. MW3 put extra power into guns while giving you less health, which is very unfortunate, and now at this point, MW3 has become 2 guns worth using, the ACR and the MP7 and I find no fun in that at all.
    The Campaign was OK, nothing spectacular like MW2s but still a pretty balanced campaign and one worth not missing.    … Expand
  69. byrnzy201
    Jun 2, 2012
    7
    Just like it's predecessors its a good game but they have made an extremly bad move as the spawning system is too predictable and does not put you away from the enemy. I found myself playing sabotage and there was people at every spawn point killing everyone who spawned within a matter of seconds. overall a good game once you get good at it
  70. 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.
  71. 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
  72. 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
  73. kevlar4
    May 18, 2012
    7
    mw3 is still a good game its just thesame game thats the only problem this feels like an expansion pack to mw2 which felt like an expansion to mw1 but its still a great game if your a cod fan then pick it up but if your not then dont mw3 is not guna change your mind about cod unlike mw1 7/10
  74. NoNamerGamer
    May 11, 2012
    7
    Modern Warfare 3 a very enjoyable game, but I have to agree with other users, it is much of the same from COD 4 and 6. The guns, weapons, killlstreaks, death streaks,perks,attachments, prestige badges, and graphics engine, really nothing new. Other people have given low scores because they've all played MW2, so have I. I recommend only getting this game if you enjoyed MW3 or haven't playedModern Warfare 3 a very enjoyable game, but I have to agree with other users, it is much of the same from COD 4 and 6. The guns, weapons, killlstreaks, death streaks,perks,attachments, prestige badges, and graphics engine, really nothing new. Other people have given low scores because they've all played MW2, so have I. I recommend only getting this game if you enjoyed MW3 or haven't played Cod 4 and 6. Personally I still enjoyed it, single player was epic, with lots of twists. But I felt Spec-Ops (survival) could of been made better.… Expand
  75. 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.
  76. 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.
  77. ShaTaRaMaxima
    Mar 19, 2012
    6
    Call of Duty : Modern warfare 3 is not first-person shooter of 2011. Let's get that in your heads first.
    The campaign was an 'Ok' Campaign.
    The Graphics are bad compared to the wonderful looking games coming out today But the gameplay is the same old fun call of duty gameplay that is improved. Honestly i could remember myself when i first put this game into my PS3 and screamed out "WHAT    Call of Duty : Modern warfare 3 is not first-person shooter of 2011. Let's get that in your heads first.
    The campaign was an 'Ok' Campaign.
    The Graphics are bad compared to the wonderful looking games coming out today
    But the gameplay is the same old fun call of duty gameplay that is improved.

    Honestly i could remember myself when i first put this game into my PS3 and screamed out "WHAT THE **** as the game was EXACTLY the same as Modern Warfare 2 which it is.

    It's about 70% the same but there's no denying that it's fun
    But Battlefield 3 takes the cake as First-Person Shooter of 2011    … Expand
  78. 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.
  79. 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
  80. 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
  81. Santi_RHCP
    Mar 10, 2012
    7
    An OK game. I bought this game a few days after the release in the US, waiting anxiously, and i felt a bit dissapointed. The campaign, as promised, was longer than the las cods, graphics looked good, missions were entertaining.So far so good isnt it? but now is the spec ops and multiplayer. In the MP mode graphics looked terrible compared to most games nowadays, with textures lookingAn OK game. I bought this game a few days after the release in the US, waiting anxiously, and i felt a bit dissapointed. The campaign, as promised, was longer than the las cods, graphics looked good, missions were entertaining.So far so good isnt it? but now is the spec ops and multiplayer. In the MP mode graphics looked terrible compared to most games nowadays, with textures looking softly. The maps are not bad, but not great either. Honestly, the only thing that makes me play this game is the huge amount of friends that play it… Expand
  82. 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
  83. 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
  84. GWGTS
    Mar 2, 2012
    7
    When you buy this game at your local mom and pop shop the clerk should have to ask you a few questions. To which all answers should be â
  85. SoulBlood33x
    Feb 29, 2012
    7
    The multiplayer's great (even if it hasn't changed much), the campaign isn't too bad (though it's short), and the co-op missions are pretty cool too. There are some pretty big issues though.
    First the multiplayer. My #1 issue is that it's really sensitive to lag. Now, you're probably thinking, "Oh he must have a really bad connection." That's actually true. I live in a university dorm. The    The multiplayer's great (even if it hasn't changed much), the campaign isn't too bad (though it's short), and the co-op missions are pretty cool too. There are some pretty big issues though.
    First the multiplayer. My #1 issue is that it's really sensitive to lag. Now, you're probably thinking, "Oh he must have a really bad connection." That's actually true. I live in a university dorm. The internet connection couldn't be more temperamental. But BF3's multiplayer runs mostly lag-free, and when it does lag it cleans up pretty nicely. Not even MW2 or MW lags as bad as MW3. Otherwise, it's pretty good.
    Second, the campaign. It's too short (unsurprisingly). While it is action packed and surprisingly fun, it took me less than 5 hours to beat it. Not good. What's more, it can be frustrating sometimes. I'm not going to give away anything, but one level where you have to control an assault drone comes to mind. It can't take much damage or else you're dead. It can get EXTREMELY frustrating because it's all too likely drive right past an enemy without realizing out. Then they take you out from behind and you're left there, scratching your head wondering what happened. Don't even get me started with the helicopter part of it.
    Overall, it's a great game. Go ahead and get it. You won't regret it too much.    … Expand
  86. doctorwhofreak1
    Feb 21, 2012
    5
    ill start off by saying that i hate the fanboys who think this deserved game of the year when it dosent. the game has a good campaign but lacks in length. it took me 2 to 3 hours. BUT THATS NOT WHY PEOPLE BUY THIS GAME. its for the multiplayer, which is a bit off a let down. all the ype for an almost copy and paste of modern warfare 2. the only thing i like in the multiplayer is theill start off by saying that i hate the fanboys who think this deserved game of the year when it dosent. the game has a good campaign but lacks in length. it took me 2 to 3 hours. BUT THATS NOT WHY PEOPLE BUY THIS GAME. its for the multiplayer, which is a bit off a let down. all the ype for an almost copy and paste of modern warfare 2. the only thing i like in the multiplayer is the private macthes, which you and friends will play for a good bit. not a bad game but not perfect.… Expand
  87. moviefan56
    Feb 17, 2012
    6
    MW3 is not a terrible game. Unfortunately, i found it boring and repetitive, and the single player was short and forgettable. Survival mode is new, but i found it to be a boring rip off of zombies. Having liked Call of Duty in the past, this game was a disappointment to me. I do like the addition of strike packages, but the game still feels pretty stale, and I only have fun using obscureMW3 is not a terrible game. Unfortunately, i found it boring and repetitive, and the single player was short and forgettable. Survival mode is new, but i found it to be a boring rip off of zombies. Having liked Call of Duty in the past, this game was a disappointment to me. I do like the addition of strike packages, but the game still feels pretty stale, and I only have fun using obscure weapons like shotguns and snipers. I will not buy the next COD game, unless Treyarch reinvents the game play. Unfortunately, Activision is probably just going to release a another mediocre game, but the 12yr old fan boys will still buy because they don't notice how repetitive and stale it is.… Expand
  88. GeneralShepherd
    Feb 15, 2012
    5
    This game is a great new installation in the Modern Warfare franchise but some aspects of it let its reputation down, like the laziness to improve the game and some lagging. The multiplayer section is still the same, though some weapons are in a different form, like the MP5K, which has changed into the MP5. One problem is that the dreaded host migration is still there. Many people have hadThis game is a great new installation in the Modern Warfare franchise but some aspects of it let its reputation down, like the laziness to improve the game and some lagging. The multiplayer section is still the same, though some weapons are in a different form, like the MP5K, which has changed into the MP5. One problem is that the dreaded host migration is still there. Many people have had to put up with rage quitters and losing their game data and all their XP and completed challenges. Call of Duty Elite is a new feature which doesn't really make a difference, only that you get double XP and new emblems and titles for your callsign. The single player campaign carries on the storyline from the end of Modern Warfare 2, in which Soap Mactavish gets stabbed and General Shepherd have a fight. Mactavish pulls out the knife from his chest and throws it at Shepherd where it hits him in the eye. Overall, a game with an okay reputation.… Expand
  89. theRAINBRO
    Feb 13, 2012
    5
    It's an ok game, it brought closure to the campaign. it uses the same engine as the previous game and it feels the same. It's only ok for me because I never played MW2.
  90. 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.
  91. undeadmixtape
    Feb 5, 2012
    7
    Gastar mas de $800 pesos mexicanos para experimentar la campaña nueva de MW3 creo que seria excesivo, porque solo me enfoco en la campaña?, porque si te gusta el multiplayer seguro tienes MW1, MW2, y seguramente Black Ops como para gastarte esa cantidad en nuevos mapas, ya que el juego es similiar a MW2, lo unico bueno que puedo destacar es laGastar mas de $800 pesos mexicanos para experimentar la campaña nueva de MW3 creo que seria excesivo, porque solo me enfoco en la campaña?, porque si te gusta el multiplayer seguro tienes MW1, MW2, y seguramente Black Ops como para gastarte esa cantidad en nuevos mapas, ya que el juego es similiar a MW2, lo unico bueno que puedo destacar es la campaña, pero como lo dije antes, es demasiada cara esa experiencia, solo si eres fan de la saga vale la pena adquirirlo para completar la trilogia, aunque por lo visto habra mas de 3 MW, ojala que el 4to tenga algunas adiciones y no solo aumenten los escenarios y una nueva campaña, tienen los medios, tienen la idea, pero tendran la disposicion???… Expand
  92. 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
  93. TheMaximalist
    Feb 4, 2012
    6
    The multi-million award winning franchise is back with COD MW3. After the big Infinity Ward fallout last year we were not sure when we were gonna get the next MW game but just 2 years after MW2 they are back. The story once again is madly confusing but still has those epic Call of Duty moments. Really the story goes like this WW3, Makarov and explosions. I think I liked this campaignThe multi-million award winning franchise is back with COD MW3. After the big Infinity Ward fallout last year we were not sure when we were gonna get the next MW game but just 2 years after MW2 they are back. The story once again is madly confusing but still has those epic Call of Duty moments. Really the story goes like this WW3, Makarov and explosions. I think I liked this campaign better than the BF3 one because of those moments even though it is short. I played this on hardened and got through it in about 5 hours so that is sorta disappointing. Graphics wise MW3 doesn't disappoint but still they could have stepped it up after Battlefield. I think that also has to go with the sound grenades are the best example I died most in multiplayer because I could barely hear the grenade. Spec Ops is also back it has missions based around the story and a new survival mode which sees you fighting off waves of enemies and able to call in air support and but ammo, guns and grenades. It's nothing special but it will keep you occupied for a couple of hours. As always the longevity in COD comes from the multiplayer. Here is the downside with this game it is exactly the same 1 new mode some new weapons and exactly the same style. You may as well play MW2 because this just has a new skin attached. The new maps feel like copies also. Overall the MW3 provides a solid single player experience and very old multiplayer experience.
    The Scores
    Graphics=7-Modern Warfare 3 looks good but not as good as most current shooters
    Sound=6-The sound design sounds exactly like MW2 and that just is not enough
    Value=5-There is a good amount of singleplayer but the multiplayer is where the longevity usually is but not this time
    Story=7-Great moments but the story like the other games is way to confusing
    Gameplay=7-This is a raw barebones shooter with fun gameplay but no depths
    Overall=32/50-MW3 is now becoming a dated experience but provides some good fun.    … Expand
  94. criticman
    Jan 28, 2012
    6
    I don´t going to tell you about overpowered weapons and that sort of things and my rating does not support all what I say here but what I feel.
    Sp: Is a power full end on the MW series but the other COD SP where longer and more difficult than this one.
    MP:Nice but almost the same as the others. with some little changes. like strike packages ,death streak, support and go on.    I don´t going to tell you about overpowered weapons and that sort of things and my rating does not support all what I say here but what I feel.
    Sp: Is a power full end on the MW series but the other COD SP where longer and more difficult than this one.
    MP:Nice but almost the same as the others. with some little changes. like strike packages ,death streak, support and go on.
    SPecOps: challenges are good but the survival maps where copied from the MP maps and is In my opinion pity. doing not some extra work to make other maps, now I enjoy the maps lesser then if they had made other maps!!
    But survival has a good system to enjoy!!!    … Expand
  95. 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.
  96. 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
  97. EchoLimaKilo
    Jan 16, 2012
    6
    Let's start w/ the single player campaign. This was great addition to the series! Anyone who's been actually following the story from the first Modern Warfare game will agree that it was, @ the very least, interesting the way Infinity Ward tied it all together. Well @ least I loved it, more so than the second one anyway. Not much to say about the gameplay, only difference is the additionLet's start w/ the single player campaign. This was great addition to the series! Anyone who's been actually following the story from the first Modern Warfare game will agree that it was, @ the very least, interesting the way Infinity Ward tied it all together. Well @ least I loved it, more so than the second one anyway. Not much to say about the gameplay, only difference is the addition of "dual sights" allowing the player the use of a more close-range sight like a holographic sight & a longer range option like an ACOG for enemies that are further out on the battlefield. While the game looks pretty good & is very fluid, what in the he'll happened to the sound!?!? It's completely unrealistic & "muted" I hateto be one of "those guys" but Battlefield got it right. I remember the first fire fight because I had my sound turned up to hear the voices & then all of a sudden the **** hit the fan & the gunfire was loud & the bass thumped hard! I'd unload my magazine after I killed te enemy in front of me just to hear/feel the gunfire & enjoy tue experience the only way it can be enjoyed, in a virtual environment. In MW3, you can always hear voices extra loud over really muted gunfire.. Ok enough about that. Multiplayer. It's got it's strengths & weaknesses which basically boil down to your preference in franchises. If you LOVE COD chances are your mind will be closed to what Battlefield has to offer that's fun & engaging. Not to say that MW3 isn't fun in it's own right. Between the perks, fast level-ups & modes of gameplay it's pretty fun. Kill confirmed is an excellent example of this, that is my favorite mode of play, but there are numerous others. Sorry can't speak to what COD Elite has to offer, but from what I've been hearing about it, I think it's kind of funny that people are so upset by EA's decision to make people who buy the game (Battlefield 3) pay $15 to play online. @ least everyone's on the same playing field once they buy in & don't have to contend w/ goofballs who are willing to shell out another $50/yr for maps & added perks/advantages.

    Sorry for the less than objective review, but hey this is a public forum & I'm not a professional writer..    … Expand
  98. 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
  99. 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
  100. rockmusic1423
    Jan 4, 2012
    7
    This game really doesn't deserve all of the hate it is getting. I'm 99% sure that most of the people hating on this game are just Battlefield fanboys. And yes, Battlefield 3 is a great game, this game is also quite good and has its own ups and downs, it certainly isn't the best game I've played and the formula is starting to feel dated. But it's still the same Call of Duty formula, andThis game really doesn't deserve all of the hate it is getting. I'm 99% sure that most of the people hating on this game are just Battlefield fanboys. And yes, Battlefield 3 is a great game, this game is also quite good and has its own ups and downs, it certainly isn't the best game I've played and the formula is starting to feel dated. But it's still the same Call of Duty formula, and it's just a well made, good game. The singleplayer is rubbish, so I won't cover that in this review, I'll just cover the multiplayer. The multiplayer is fun. And is a lot better than the absolutely atrocious game that Call of Duty: Black Ops was. Infinity Ward knows their stuff. This game is quite different in terms of classes and the way you level up now. Now not only do you level up, but so do your weapons. And you unlock different weapon upgrades as you gain weapon levels. I think it's a smart system, and a lot better than the terrible COD points system in Black Ops. Also new is the gun proficiencies. No there is no Warlord perk or some other perks that I forgot about, now they are proficiencies. Instead of warlord you have the attachments proficiency which let's you have two attachments on your weapon. And now there is no equipment section. Not claymores and other detection triggered explosives are under lethal equipment(the same category as frag grenades) and tactical insertion and other things are under tactical equipment. The few improvements that Infinity Ward made are really good, and make the multiplayer a lot of fun. Spec ops has a new mode called survival. But to be honest it's not that great. You can only have two players in it and you can call in a squad of bots which aren't that great. The survival could've been a lot better, but it's a lot more addictive than zombies, because the levelling up adds a new reason to play. You still buy weapons, but you have to be at a certain level to actually be able to buy them. I think it's a great system on an only ok survival mode. The bottom line is that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is no revolution, and it certainly isn't an incredible game. What it is is a fun, polished and well made shooter that will keep your attention for a while. The private matches work fantastically and it's a breeze to invite your friends to one. I don't LOVE MW3, but I certainly do like it. It's not my favourite game, but it's a game that I'll occasionally get out to play.… Expand
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  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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