Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5387 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 3,430 out of 5387
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  1. ilikepieman
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    This game is better than you would expect if you are not a fan of the other games. The controls are perfect, the graphics are quite good, and the campaign is better than other cod games. Yeah it's short, but it is still cinematic. People keep hating on elite but the reason it's not working is because so many people want it. You don't get mad at a store for being out of stock of a game, andThis game is better than you would expect if you are not a fan of the other games. The controls are perfect, the graphics are quite good, and the campaign is better than other cod games. Yeah it's short, but it is still cinematic. People keep hating on elite but the reason it's not working is because so many people want it. You don't get mad at a store for being out of stock of a game, and the issues will be over soon probably.… Expand
  2. boodawg03
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Great addition to the Call of Duty franchise. The balance to the multiplayer is perfect. There are no weapons or perks that I feel are overpowered. Rewards you for capturing objectives and not just camping. Matchmaking is fast.
  3. RealMadrid07
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Modern Warfare 3 does not deserve the low user score that it currently has. People are being totally unfair and they're just trolling. The game is exactly what informed people expected. It just improves on the previous versions while sticking to its roots that made it famous. With the release of Battlefield 3, a lot of people have switched over and now hate MW3 just because it's moreModern Warfare 3 does not deserve the low user score that it currently has. People are being totally unfair and they're just trolling. The game is exactly what informed people expected. It just improves on the previous versions while sticking to its roots that made it famous. With the release of Battlefield 3, a lot of people have switched over and now hate MW3 just because it's more popular. We live in a world of hipsters and fanboys. The game offers a brand new exciting single player campaign packed with action all the way. The multiplayer is slicker than ever. If that's not enough then you can keep yourself occupied with Spec ops.… Expand
  4. Waxiv
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Modern Warfare 3 brings a new level of action and fun, sure, it follows the same formula from last years Call of Dutys, but this is what CoD is about: Shoot enemies and having fun. If they had improved much more the graphics, it should need drops of frame rate and the experience would not be the same. If you're looking for a really fun game, that doesn't just wants to "look nice with someModern Warfare 3 brings a new level of action and fun, sure, it follows the same formula from last years Call of Dutys, but this is what CoD is about: Shoot enemies and having fun. If they had improved much more the graphics, it should need drops of frame rate and the experience would not be the same. If you're looking for a really fun game, that doesn't just wants to "look nice with some lights", Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is the best choice this year.
    My review is:
    Presentation: 9.0
    Graphics: 8,5
    Gameplay: 9,5
    Sounds: 9.0
    Replay: 8,5    … Expand
  5. Rennis
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Sold 9.3 Million Copies the first day. That's the highest grossing Video Game of all time, surpassing Black Ops. I do like the game so far, however, you cannot shake the feeling it's more of the same, just upgraded. This will do for this year, but the next installment of the Series needs something new and small changes to keep up the #1 slot. If they continue to keep in the same pathSold 9.3 Million Copies the first day. That's the highest grossing Video Game of all time, surpassing Black Ops. I do like the game so far, however, you cannot shake the feeling it's more of the same, just upgraded. This will do for this year, but the next installment of the Series needs something new and small changes to keep up the #1 slot. If they continue to keep in the same path by not changing anything then I think you will find the reviews and score of the game will drop. As long as Activision / Infantry Ward keep it fresh, the game will succeed and stay on top. I own this for the PS3. PSN ID: Hamas420… Expand
  6. DaZee3
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    More than half these people probably haven't bought the game, and the rest are just pissed because its the same thing over again while madden, fifa, literally every sports game, and almost any other series rehash what they have done also. I think its a great fun game and if you've liked any other COD then you will like this one.
  7. nickyv80
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    First off this game is AMAZING!!!!!! Second all the bad reviews are from people who are believing the hype from so called "pro" players on youtube and Machinima, People are way jaded and need to think for themselves and quit listening to all the negative. What people dont understand is this is a DIRECT sequeal to the previous 2 games, which is why they look similar. Third is if it aintFirst off this game is AMAZING!!!!!! Second all the bad reviews are from people who are believing the hype from so called "pro" players on youtube and Machinima, People are way jaded and need to think for themselves and quit listening to all the negative. What people dont understand is this is a DIRECT sequeal to the previous 2 games, which is why they look similar. Third is if it aint broke dont fix it, they have a winning formula so why should they change it. I give it a 10 I love this game!!!!… Expand
  8. Lerinth
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Something tells me a lot of fans of a certain other video game got a hold of this review section. Do not believe anything they say. This game is fantastic and a great way to end out the current story arch. Get ready for intense action and great graphics. Not to mention the multiplayer experience!
  9. Acewoman77
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Honestly i only rented the game but i want it so bad. I have every COD made and love them all. I am going to buy the game even if there are bad reviews I't s my money and my time i spend on the game. I really love the game and seem to find myself staying up really late just to play it. It's fast, challenging, hell it's FUN!. They only thing is why can't i get in the Elite part of it. IHonestly i only rented the game but i want it so bad. I have every COD made and love them all. I am going to buy the game even if there are bad reviews I't s my money and my time i spend on the game. I really love the game and seem to find myself staying up really late just to play it. It's fast, challenging, hell it's FUN!. They only thing is why can't i get in the Elite part of it. I downloaded and installed but says error in the network. What gives? I've always been a loyal Playstation player. My kids love it and so does my husband. We in fact have 3 playstations in the house so i have to buy 3 of each game when we buy. That is the way our family spends our time together. Please fix your issues. Still love MW3.… Expand
  10. Phantasiafan
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Wonderful game! 90% of the negative reviews here are hilariously absurd, and I don't think anyone can take them seriously in good conscience. Anyways...

    I've always leaned heavily towards story and single player games, and this game satisfied me in that aspect. I would rate it just a small amount lower than MW2 in it's story, but the presentation is fantastic throughout and it wraps up    Wonderful game! 90% of the negative reviews here are hilariously absurd, and I don't think anyone can take them seriously in good conscience. Anyways...

    I've always leaned heavily towards story and single player games, and this game satisfied me in that aspect. I would rate it just a small amount lower than MW2 in it's story, but the presentation is fantastic throughout and it wraps up the Modern Warfare trilogy in a mostly satisfying way.

    Multiplayer is as epic and ridiculously addictive as you would expect, certainly blowing away the competition from another certain game that came out recently which I will leave unnamed. They added so many things to the game, most of it being nuance. This is still Call of Duty, but it's the most well done game in series history. The maps are very well done. I love them, but they will naturally take some time to get used to. Spec Ops is improved over the last game. Adding Survival mode was a smart move and is a lot of fun!

    Overall great game that will make you sink a lot of time into it!    … Expand
  11. Chiablo
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    An absolutely amazing game with lots of great additions. Spec Ops can't wait especially for Survival. Strike packages major addition providing really great new ways of accomodating for a wider range of players. Battlefield fanbois stop trolling.
  12. ishouldcoco73
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good single player campaign and good multiplayer fun. Great fun rejoining Frost, Price and friends and playing as Yuri the possibly questionable Russian is a nice addition. Mulitplayer will take some getting used to after Black Ops, which is overall probably a better effort (go Treyarch), but looks this is the kind of game I want to find out more about. Say what you like about expectations and glitches, its still MW and its great being part of something that effects so many gamers. If you enjoy slightly unrealistic fast paced shooters and dont take things too seriously you will probably enjoy this. Nice work Infinity Ward.… Expand
  13. Kneginja
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    All these negative 0 and 1 reviews are trolls, believe me. I was so hyped about BF3 and after playing it... it's just boring. Campaign was just OK. Multiplayer is... blah, while MW3's is just frantic fun. Long story short, I just sold BF3 and cannot stop playing MW3's multiplayer and Spec Ops.
  14. Cms90
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game is pretty fantastic. I've been playing CoD since #1, and I can honestly say this is a great addition to the franchise. There are games I would get before it, but all the people who submit a 0 don't know what they're talking about.
  15. hoesgoingdown
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    MW3 is actually really good. They definitely made it more strategic with the different point streak systems and they balanced everything well. Wayyyy better than Black Ops and a step up from MW2
  16. colonelbluster
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    And here we are again people, another COD and another war of words. First and foremost, trolls need no reason to hate, may of them have probably never even played a COD game, they just see an opportunity to catch the "Hate everything express" and jump aboard tickets ready. So many disgruntled people expecting something different, something not COD. Really? Did you really think they wouldAnd here we are again people, another COD and another war of words. First and foremost, trolls need no reason to hate, may of them have probably never even played a COD game, they just see an opportunity to catch the "Hate everything express" and jump aboard tickets ready. So many disgruntled people expecting something different, something not COD. Really? Did you really think they would change the formula? It's not a new series of games, it's MODERN WARFARE 3. A continuation. It is what it is, it's the game Jerry Bruckheimer would be proud to have his name attached to. Look, it runs perfectly out of the box, you can play it on a laptop 3 years old or a top of the range pc. You can play it on 2 consoles that are approaching the end of their cycle perfectly. It has over the top voice acting, far fetched battle scenes and unrealistic combat. That's what COD is all bout. The comparisons to BF3 are boring and pointless. They both attack the Battle scenario completely different. Battlefield is what it is, a "battlefield". Tanks, planes, helicopter's, they haven't changed the formula since the first one. They are trying to push the technology but just read pc forums and see the problems people are having with it. GFX card companies struggling to get updated drivers out in order for you to achieve decent FPS. People with high end pc rigs having to enter BIOS and disable Hyper Threading to stop stuttering. That doesn't happen with the COD games, you hit play and it just runs. I bought them both and love them both but this constant comparison is just silly and and people hating because it's "More of the same" is equally as silly. After all, how far can they take the combat scenario? You want realism join the army. If you like COD games, just get it. What surprises me is reading the various forum postings about this title on quite a few sites, a surprising number of people pirated this title and STILL moan about it. Unbelievable. To sum up. Most of the posts on here are compete crap.… Expand
  17. Night_Stalker
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The game will be the best-shooter game of 2011. Some hate it and some love it but the CoD franchise is the best in the gaming industry. And by the way BF3 sucks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  18. joanksk
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    A natural evolution of one of the best worldwide FPS games. The huge saga of call Of Duty has completed another great mission for the best multiplayer experience, being learn from the past titles and taking the best of each one, to create Modern Warfare 3.
  19. cy1763
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    This is a decent game. I do believe the single player is too short but still engaging and multiplayer continues to evolve. I think that the majority of low ratings is unfounded.
  20. vcca15
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    MW3 - More of the same? you can say that, which IMO more of the same is great MW2 was awesome and so is MW3 - it looks controls and feels similar, gun custimization, kill streak customization have changed, they have added some cool new features, like the hybrid scope, support packages, prestige shop, and survival mode, to recap tehy took a awesome MW2 and made it way better new maps andMW3 - More of the same? you can say that, which IMO more of the same is great MW2 was awesome and so is MW3 - it looks controls and feels similar, gun custimization, kill streak customization have changed, they have added some cool new features, like the hybrid scope, support packages, prestige shop, and survival mode, to recap tehy took a awesome MW2 and made it way better new maps and unlocks --- people giving bad reviews are 1. work for ea 2.jus tryna be cool online and really play 3. suck at teh game 4. plain cant afford the new game every yr----great work IW awesome game… Expand
  21. MrHitstick
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I wanna start this by first saying that 80% of the 0's-4 ratings are all bullsh*t and are BF3 fanboys that are trying to make MW3 look bad. First off, take a look at the critic score :D 88 to 86 MW3 wins. Second, MW3 is an awesome game. Multiplayer is crisp and action packed from the start, brought in a few new multiplayer games that are fun too. Campaign was explosive and ended great,I wanna start this by first saying that 80% of the 0's-4 ratings are all bullsh*t and are BF3 fanboys that are trying to make MW3 look bad. First off, take a look at the critic score :D 88 to 86 MW3 wins. Second, MW3 is an awesome game. Multiplayer is crisp and action packed from the start, brought in a few new multiplayer games that are fun too. Campaign was explosive and ended great, same awesome characters from previous to end the story right. Honestly you BF3 haters have nothing to come at when it comes to this battle, MW3 already has more total sales then BF3, doesn't that tell you what the people want? Hahahahhaa… Expand
  22. Kibbit
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    So! 3 days ago my copy of MW3 arrived, in 3 days I completed the campaign for first time on recruit so I could see how the story developed and then again on Veteran for the challenge. For that reason it loses 1 point, Survival Mode is also limited to 2 players, which given the fact it was tagged as being the new Zombies I thought was pretty lame - for that reason it loses another point!So! 3 days ago my copy of MW3 arrived, in 3 days I completed the campaign for first time on recruit so I could see how the story developed and then again on Veteran for the challenge. For that reason it loses 1 point, Survival Mode is also limited to 2 players, which given the fact it was tagged as being the new Zombies I thought was pretty lame - for that reason it loses another point! The simple fact is that yes, it is kinda similar to MW2 - ok then, very similar! But to be honest, that doesn't bother me!! I really enjoyed the storyline, the graphics were good, I like the new survival concept and the missions, I like the new strike package options with support, assault and specialist... All in all its perfectly fine for what it is, and it is what it was supposed to be! A fps where you shoot everything that moves in the campaign before going online to complain to your friends about how many drop shotters, quick scopers and campers there are (something that is not the fault of IF). The issue with all these negative reviews is the player - not the game! You cannot order a CoD game that follows the CoD format and then complain about it - what were you expecting?? It delivers a nice conclusion in campaign and the online play is good fun, but if you still aren't convinced, rent it and then decide!… Expand
  23. ShankDizzle
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    You guys giving **** scores are ****. Lemme break this down. You did the following:

    1. You stood in-line to grab this game at 12am (maybe) 2. You went home like a little giggling school girl full on excitement to play this game. 3. You placed it in your console, played it for 30min and realized "Hey, what the F**k, it's like Call of Duty all over again?!? I wanted something different! I    You guys giving **** scores are ****. Lemme break this down. You did the following:

    1. You stood in-line to grab this game at 12am (maybe)
    2. You went home like a little giggling school girl full on excitement to play this game.
    3. You placed it in your console, played it for 30min and realized "Hey, what the F**k, it's like Call of Duty all over again?!? I wanted something different! I wanted Battlefield!"

    WHAT THE F**K IS WRONG WITH YOU. IT IS CALL OF DUTY. READ THE F**KING BOX, YA DUMB ****

    This game is great. Play with all friends n all. Who plays battlefield? If you have no friends, go ahead and play battlefield.

    I gave it a 9 because of some kind of communication issues with the bluetooth headsets. While in a game, talking with friends sometimes crackles a lot or just hard to communicate in general. When in the party chat room, seems to be fine. Something an easy update can fix.

    ps/ So you stop playing C.O.D. after writing these BS reviews, right? Bahahaha    … Expand
  24. creatndarkness
    Nov 15, 2011
    8
    Another solid release from the Franchise. There isn't anything super groundbreaking about it but it's already the best first person shooter series that doesn't look to be getting much competition anytime soon.
  25. Deadlyninja
    Nov 15, 2011
    9
    Although not perfect, it's still a fun game. The campaign, while short, is satisfying and really ties up the Modern Warfare story. I would've like to know more of Sandman's squad and (SPOILER) his and Price's relationship, but that's only a minor complaint. Now in multiplayer, I found all of the weapons very balanced and the new strike packages are a way to change up the way you play.Although not perfect, it's still a fun game. The campaign, while short, is satisfying and really ties up the Modern Warfare story. I would've like to know more of Sandman's squad and (SPOILER) his and Price's relationship, but that's only a minor complaint. Now in multiplayer, I found all of the weapons very balanced and the new strike packages are a way to change up the way you play. Also, there is now plenty of reason to prestige like getting 2 hours of double XP or keeping a weapon through your following prestige's. In co-op, spec ops have returned with plenty of missions and now there's survival. Here, you survive endless waves of enemies that get harder and harder. The only thing I want in this mode is more unlockables and the ability to play with 4 friends. If you've been a fan of COD for the last 4 years, than there's plenty of reason to come back. If your new or interested in the game, you should give it a chance and you might not know, you might just get hooked.… Expand
  26. jacaju
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    All the compliants make me laugh. It sounds like you all wanted a totally different game , of course the gamplay ect going to be similar it's call of duty. Yes the graphics havent changed much but maybe this is because its sill a playstation 3 not playstation 4. you moan at forking out 60 bucks for a game blimey it not much concidering the hours of fun you have with it. Stop complainingAll the compliants make me laugh. It sounds like you all wanted a totally different game , of course the gamplay ect going to be similar it's call of duty. Yes the graphics havent changed much but maybe this is because its sill a playstation 3 not playstation 4. you moan at forking out 60 bucks for a game blimey it not much concidering the hours of fun you have with it. Stop complaining and be grateful for all the hard work Actision ect put into giving us another game. I say thanks developers , cheers for all the efforts into giving me yet another great game. Have to admit i'm really annoyed at all the negative people on here. Just a question to all you negative people tell me what you would have like to of seen different. what would you have done to make this the best game since sliced bread.… Expand
  27. idletask
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Great game. I can say this because I actually played it. Multiplayer is still number 1. Graphics look great and contrary to what other people say, it is no way a rehash of MW2.
  28. bouvron
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Excellent,sublimes,une tuerie les devellopeur on encore réussit a améliorer un jeu qui étaient deja un must,qui était la référence du genre et qu'il l'est toujours bien sure.Alors que je tiens a souligner que uncharted 3 est dans le meme cas de figure ,par rapport au 2 il n'a pas tellement d'avancéExcellent,sublimes,une tuerie les devellopeur on encore réussit a améliorer un jeu qui étaient deja un must,qui était la référence du genre et qu'il l'est toujours bien sure.Alors que je tiens a souligner que uncharted 3 est dans le meme cas de figure ,par rapport au 2 il n'a pas tellement d'avancé technique sur le plan graphique,juste au niveau des armes et des actions,uniquement parce que le 2 était deja un chef d'oeuvre tout comme moderne warfare 2,VOILA C TOUT.MERCI.… Expand
  29. McC23
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Let me start off by saying that the people reviewing this game and giving it a score of 0, 1, 2, etc. should probably not be playing video games because thinking that this game deserves such a score is ridiculous. I do not understand where you would get such a score from, perhaps all of you are just die hard Battlefield fans that are trying to degrade Call of Duty, or you are just angry atLet me start off by saying that the people reviewing this game and giving it a score of 0, 1, 2, etc. should probably not be playing video games because thinking that this game deserves such a score is ridiculous. I do not understand where you would get such a score from, perhaps all of you are just die hard Battlefield fans that are trying to degrade Call of Duty, or you are just angry at the fact that you can't get more than ten kills in a given match? I have been playing Call of Duty since 2007 (Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare), and Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is one of the best in the series. I say one of the best because Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 probably has the slight edge being that most of its features are the basis of MW3 but to consider MW3 to be an expensive DLC for MW2 is completely nuts, because MW3 offers a ton of new content and features. Spec Ops Survival Mode is really good and online multiplayer has been improved. In my opinion and in the opinion of many others, MW2 was one of the best multiplayer games ever made, and by sticking to this winning formula MW3 will prove to be a huge success as well. With the addition of new killstreaks (Osprey, Juggernaut Suit, Overwatch Helicopter, etc.), the integration of a completely new killstreak rewards system, ability to upgrade and level up your weapons, and the addition of completely new weapons, multiplayer has never been so addicting. The graphics are the same as MW2 for the most part, although the maps appear to have more detail to them. The majority of maps take place in urban enivironments that provide a lot of cover and distractions compared to the MW2 maps where the majority took place in vast, open areas (reason why so many people camped in MW2). The maps in MW3 seem to be larger than the maps in Black Ops, but smaller than the maps in MW2. The maps are pretty good and if you are a Call of Duty Elite member you will be receiving many more additional maps over the course of the year. Overall this game is very solid and is a must have for anyone that enjoys playing online multiplayer games. The only drawbacks of the game are that the campaign lacks depth, the servers for online multiplayer are having issues currently (the Hot Fix system developed for Black Ops will solve this issue very soon with an update), and I would have liked to see a couple of large open maps such as the ones in MW2 just to mix it up a bit. I have to give MW3 a 10/10. MW3 integrates the best features of Black Ops with MW2 to bring you the best Call of Duty yet.… Expand
  30. mojoman333
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Most of the people who submitted reviews for the game haven't even played it. They're too busy trolling the forums . SO sick of feckin 13 year old- hormonal, whiny kids ruining it for everyone.

    Good game, big improvement over modern warfare 2. not just an expansion. If you liked the previous modern warfares, you'll probably enjoy this one too.
  31. tweak06
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    i don`t know why the user revies are this bad. the game is awesome and after playing for about 4 hours i can say this is one of the best cod games.

    the campaign is average but the mp is a blast, as always. i love it.
  32. OddBenny
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Solid Call of Duty game and just as good as the last 4-5 that came before it. For some reason people seem to think its cool to hate on this franchise.
  33. Singh
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    People on Metacritic are hating the game, fifty who are haters actually bought the game and hate. The rest are either Battlefield 3 fans or they just hate.

    Now, look at what made Half-Life 2 game of the decade, it did not really introduce anything new, but it fixed what was wrong with Half-Life. Half-Life's expansions added what was new, Half-Life 2 fixed everything that was wrong. That    People on Metacritic are hating the game, fifty who are haters actually bought the game and hate. The rest are either Battlefield 3 fans or they just hate.

    Now, look at what made Half-Life 2 game of the decade, it did not really introduce anything new, but it fixed what was wrong with Half-Life. Half-Life's expansions added what was new, Half-Life 2 fixed everything that was wrong.

    That was the issue with Modern Warfare 2, while Call of Duty 4 set the table and its expansions added new maps with new gameplay, that is what MW2 did, it did not fix anything, but it added new stuff. Infinity Ward fixed that, they did add new modes but they knew that to stay relevant in the video game biz, they needed to fix everything up.

    They did add new modes, these modes were strikingly similar to other modes, yes, but the fine line of distinctions is what made them fun to play. Now I bet you in Modern Warfare 4 (they should drop Call of Duty, because that title is now Treyarch's), they will add new graphics and they will add more distinctions between the gameplay.

    Look at everything they fixed: killstreaks, gameplay, audio, servers. You see, blame their work on MW2 for what is wrong, if they did their technique for MW3 on MW2, we would have seen a far better game, but does that stop MW3 from being a good game.

    I mean even if they are just fixing everything, they took the time to add new features: many new modes, many new guns and the graphics run at 60 FPS. Lets go back to modes, they will add more distinctions in the next installment of Modern Warfare. I also expect Treyarch to do this as well with their next WW2 or Cold war game. Now to guns, every gun is the same, its just how you use it. Now to graphics, this is the hardest thing to get finished and make better, I bet you if they were to match the game's graphics up to lets say Uncharted 3, the IW Engine would overload and it would take them up to November 2012 to finish the game, they will advance the graphics for the next game, don't worry, but by adding 60 FPS they did do a good job on fixing the graphics that they already had.

    Don't listen to the negative reviews, actually play the game for yourself.    … Expand
  34. DanteRotterdam
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    It is stunning to see how much kids are being used as a marketing tool by game developers nowadays while having the idea that they are actually voicing their own opinion. When you have been gaming for a few decenia like I have this is a very troubling development to observe and I hope it is one that will end soon, however I am fearful the opposite might actually be true and this is justIt is stunning to see how much kids are being used as a marketing tool by game developers nowadays while having the idea that they are actually voicing their own opinion. When you have been gaming for a few decenia like I have this is a very troubling development to observe and I hope it is one that will end soon, however I am fearful the opposite might actually be true and this is just the beginning of an actual movement of marketeers influencing kids into thinking they have but one choice when it comes to a certain type of game.

    Every big release seems to be positioned opposite a different game of the same genre and even before they have been released a battle of words ensues on the internet as to whose game is better, more advanced or prettier and of course the ever present used-so-often-it-lost-all-its-meaning "fanboy" crops up in every other sentence.

    What you guys need to realize is that you are not fighting your own battle, you are actively involved in the marketing of a product and are willfully doing the job someone normally gets paid to do. You are not living in world where you need to chose between drinks, books, games, etc. You do not live in an either/or world. You can drink Coke AND Pepsi, you can wear Levis AND Dockers, you can eat Big Macs AND Whoppers, you can read Harry Potter AND War and Peace, watch The Shield AND The Wire, you can play Dark Souls AND Skyrim, CoD AND BF, etc.

    It is baffling to read 'reviews' on this site and at the same time be 100% certain the persons who wrote them did not play the game they're reviewing for 1 second but are actively repeating the same lines that have been said over and over again for hundreds of such 'reviews' in a row. The actual lines put into their mouths by the "other company" trying to outshine their competitors.
    I want metacritic to reflect the opinion of people playing a game and providing me with insight into their experience again, just as it used to be. What I do not want is to read hundreds of nerd-rage fuelled marketing stooges supporting one developer or another not being aware that their fueling of the fire is actualy equivelant to putting money in their pockets.

    Stop it, now!    … Expand
  35. GabCan47
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Hey BF3 fanboys...the game had 6 million pre orders...you think they care what you say? They're laughing all the way to the bank and you just crying like babies cause your game sucked...

    Awesome game. Lots of fun.
  36. StrickBan
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    It's funny how BF3 fans just it a 0 even when they haven't played the game. Are you mad that it got 90 on CRITIC REVIEWS while your game got 86? That shows which game is better. Anyway, game actually looks like MW2 but that's no problem, that game had beautiful graphics. Great Survival mode and Spec ops also. Campaign wasn't as great as COD4 and MW2 but it was really good. MP has beenIt's funny how BF3 fans just it a 0 even when they haven't played the game. Are you mad that it got 90 on CRITIC REVIEWS while your game got 86? That shows which game is better. Anyway, game actually looks like MW2 but that's no problem, that game had beautiful graphics. Great Survival mode and Spec ops also. Campaign wasn't as great as COD4 and MW2 but it was really good. MP has been really improved.… Expand
  37. psywood
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Yet again, a high quality blockbuster of a game... Of course it's nothing new, you are still just running around shooting everything in sight & arguing with people on the mic but that's what you buy call of duty for!

    The story is great & much more entertaining than most other FPS games out there & after a couple of hours online that seems to be a slight improvement from MW2 too! I don't    Yet again, a high quality blockbuster of a game... Of course it's nothing new, you are still just running around shooting everything in sight & arguing with people on the mic but that's what you buy call of duty for!

    The story is great & much more entertaining than most other FPS games out there & after a couple of hours online that seems to be a slight improvement from MW2 too!

    I don't fully understand why people are giving zeroes, I saw the hype trailers and it looked good, played the game and it lived up to those videos - where is all this surprise disappointment coming from? If you go to the cinema to watch an action film you don't complain that all you got was explosions & people shouting, it's the same for this game...    … Expand
  38. subglitch
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Metacritic really need to sort this out, If you like the franchise and really only want more maps then this is still one of the most addictive multi-players out there.
  39. spsman69
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    I was not expecting Infinity Ward to blow my mind away with countless new features and additions to this game. I expected them to blow my mind away with the gameplay experience. They have succeeded at every single aspect of that. The singleplayer is intense and succinct. It flows beautifully and pits the player right in the middle of some extremely entertaining action. It properly rivalsI was not expecting Infinity Ward to blow my mind away with countless new features and additions to this game. I expected them to blow my mind away with the gameplay experience. They have succeeded at every single aspect of that. The singleplayer is intense and succinct. It flows beautifully and pits the player right in the middle of some extremely entertaining action. It properly rivals the glorious singleplayer of Call of Duty 4. Spec Ops mode is absolutely enthralling, you really are in for a treat with Survival. It'll keep you hooked for hours. And the Multiplayer. It is a well known fact that Black Ops multiplayer was a poor show for a Call of Duty game. Let's just say, the multiplayer in this has brought back what we missed in Call of Duty 4. Balanced gameplay, fast paced gun-on-gun gameplay, and an absolutely entertaining and enjoyable video gaming experience. It really is everything they said it would be.

    If you want me to compare this to Battlefield 3, which I also own, then all I can say is to pick what is right for you. If you like more teamplay and tactical gameplay, go for Battlefield. If you want fast-paced and intense gameplay, go for Call of Duty. I like both, so I will play both and enjoy both.

    As a Call of Duty player since the series came out in 2003, I was legitimately worried that this game would fall down the same hole as Black Ops did last year. My God I was wrong, this is everything I could ask for in what is one of my favourite video game series of all time. This is not Black Ops, this is not Modern Warfare 2, and this is not Modern Warfare 1. This is Modern Warfare 3, in a league of its own. Best game in the series to date. I implore you to at least rent this game. You will enjoy it.    … Expand
  40. Horatio1988
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I was very hesitant about purchasing this game, I was set on buying Battlefield 3 straight away. Then when I went to Gamefest and actually played Modern Warfare 3 along with Battlefield 3. I really enjoyed both. The gameplay is very different to the previous Modern Warfare games , its actually incredible compact and close quarters which me and my friends had to adjust to (especiallyI was very hesitant about purchasing this game, I was set on buying Battlefield 3 straight away. Then when I went to Gamefest and actually played Modern Warfare 3 along with Battlefield 3. I really enjoyed both. The gameplay is very different to the previous Modern Warfare games , its actually incredible compact and close quarters which me and my friends had to adjust to (especially considering Battlefield 3 so huge) and once you get over the very close CQC it is very intense and action packed. Snipers are reduced to a minimum, which is interesting. Sometimes the spawn points do seem bad though which is a negative (friends been spawned right into grenades or enemies).

    The concept of how capturing domination points gives you a point for your killstreak, was a great idea and support killstreaks is a interesting addition and gives you quite a power to help your team and EMP is really useful finally. Also the weapon leveling is great addition and the weapon proficency is rather intriguing and kinda awesome. But giving people a point to their killstreak when capturing points is a very great idea. Now people actually bother to capture points. Many times in BLOPS and previous MW games have I been capturing and pretty much only 2 other people with me, now people actually bother to capture. Yes the engine does look dated and hopefully the will design a new engine, I dont see it selling too well if they continue to use the same engine. The knifing is really fast, and I do get annoyed with the quick stabbing (unrealistic) but it looks like its been set for everyone commando style melee which makes it balanced but its much better in BF3 how the knife works, its far too fast. Also I think the shotgun is far to lobotmized, it completely cut out at a certain range which I can see why would be done but ultimately that have gone to far with it. Especially considering in CQC fighting a shotgun is really deadly. However the gameplay is still pretty fun, and better graphics does not mean better gameplay any real gamer will tell you that. Lastly it still runs pretty well, also the Sweeping Helicopter Killstreak is incredible and awesome and one of the best ever. I do however express annoyance that delta force isnt available in Multiplayer only in Spec Ops, really love that re-enforcement. I do support Infinity Wards original members whom got the short end of the stick with activision refusing to pay royalities, which is wrong but Sledgehammer and the outer layer of Infinity Ward have certainly done a good job with Modern Warfare 3. It is completely miles better then Modern Warfare 2 and Sledgehammer and this Version of Infinity Ward show they are the right people for the job.    … Expand
  41. cloaca
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Reviewing the single-player only. It's very good, finished it in a day. It's probably 6 hours in length, but has very little fat. Fast, immediate controls, good animations, great story, nice set pieces, typical spectacular "cod moments" , there is no step down in quality from previous infinity ward productions. Better than Black Ops, in fact it's like the best of the Modern WarfareReviewing the single-player only. It's very good, finished it in a day. It's probably 6 hours in length, but has very little fat. Fast, immediate controls, good animations, great story, nice set pieces, typical spectacular "cod moments" , there is no step down in quality from previous infinity ward productions. Better than Black Ops, in fact it's like the best of the Modern Warfare 1 and 2 campaigns combined. There is absolutely no comparison to Battlefield 3 single player, this CRUSHES it. This is a spectacular, fun war comic book. Battlefield 3 is like a boring Tom Clancy novel with very little merit. I struggled through that campaign over the course of a week. (nice graphics/sound/animation engine though).

    This game is exactly as good as previous Infinity Ward Call of Duty games have been on release, perhaps better, only this time around there is a viable competitor, so the witch burners are out.

    Battlefield (been a fan since 1942 on pc) officially has the worst fans now. The 0's on here represent the non-contributing ZERO's who get all territorial about stupid **** like video games. These people have not played the game.    … Expand
  42. hadooken
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    What's with people wanting a new engine?!
    So what EA got a new engine to make a new game? is that engine gonna change your life??
    Leave those things to the engineers and give you the games. Don't get technical thinking about how the game is made, the final product is what matters,
    and that's how MW3 knocked out BF3 off the first spot of the chart!
  43. XOUR
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    It takes what MW and MW2 did so well and adds in what was good about black ops...err...the theater mode. Single player gives you a brand new campaign which follows on from MW2. There's epic set pieces and fast paced firefights. You know what to expect but it does it very well. Multiplayer brings new maps, weapons and modes. I knew what what to expect, MW2+ which it is...and personally IIt takes what MW and MW2 did so well and adds in what was good about black ops...err...the theater mode. Single player gives you a brand new campaign which follows on from MW2. There's epic set pieces and fast paced firefights. You know what to expect but it does it very well. Multiplayer brings new maps, weapons and modes. I knew what what to expect, MW2+ which it is...and personally I like it. Thankfully it plays like an IW game, i know people were concerned about the giant **** storm that went down at IW but don't worry. Gameplay is more important than graphics, but I've got to admit I was expecting abit more of a tweak on the visuals, but it's only a minor complaint. Audio is spot on, weapons feel like they've got more kick to them. So...If you like MW2 you'll like this. People expecting something new, maybe opt for BF3. Or just buy both.… Expand
  44. mikeeyboy
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Is MW3 perfect? of course not! However what they have done is make improvements to an already winning formula to improve the gameplay and the feel of the game. On multiplayer it now feels inclusive to everyone and they have introduced game modes that really benefit teamplay while still allowing the lone wolf players to feel at home. COD games have always provided the ability to be ableIs MW3 perfect? of course not! However what they have done is make improvements to an already winning formula to improve the gameplay and the feel of the game. On multiplayer it now feels inclusive to everyone and they have introduced game modes that really benefit teamplay while still allowing the lone wolf players to feel at home. COD games have always provided the ability to be able to get in, get online and play a game or 2 that will be easy to enjoy, it doesnt take itself to serioulsy. The unlocks and upgrades make you feel like you are acheiving something as you progress.
    If you want a game that you can enjoy online with your mates or on your own MW3 ticks all the boxes    … Expand
  45. wacko216
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    this game is getting bad reviews and cant understand why!! best cod to date by far yes it seems the same in some parts of last 2 year versions but why completely change a formula that works.. online is the best yet and special ops survival mode is amazing very addictive the main game is a bit short but still great. i have played battlefield 3 and loved it but this beats it hands down(mythis game is getting bad reviews and cant understand why!! best cod to date by far yes it seems the same in some parts of last 2 year versions but why completely change a formula that works.. online is the best yet and special ops survival mode is amazing very addictive the main game is a bit short but still great. i have played battlefield 3 and loved it but this beats it hands down(my own opinion). this does no where near deserve the low ratings it is getting at all but again thats my own opinion.… Expand
  46. poisonpro
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Best FPS EVER!!! i can´t stop playing it!!! good graphics ..awesome gameplay and a very good multplayer plataform im my opnion a must have game for al fans of FPS
  47. evan365
    Mar 29, 2013
    8
    The multiplayer is still the best around, as addictive as ever. The pick 10 system makes the levelling system better than ever. The campaign mode is the best since cod4 and the gameplay is as crisp as ever.
  48. Xino
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Insane!
    MW3 is all about the single player and the BF3's single player DOES not compare to this epic hollywood style story.

    I wonder what would happen if they make a movie out of this. This is the best MW yet...and it does deserve its hype!
  49. mxpxboy
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    MW3 is by far the better game when comparing it to BF3. Who wants to spawn, run for a few miles just to be sniped then have to do it all over again?! BOOORING. MW3 is fast paced action. And actually, it seems like there is less sniping in it than in BF3 this year. Go figure.
  50. Linayus
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I hope all of you haters gave Gears of War 3 horrible scores too. Both franchises are guilty of the same sins... perfecting what they are good at with the first installment of the series and not redesigning a winning formula.

    MW3 is a step UP from MW2, especially with the new game types. The graphics are recycled but more refined. My only complaints with the game is the continued    I hope all of you haters gave Gears of War 3 horrible scores too. Both franchises are guilty of the same sins... perfecting what they are good at with the first installment of the series and not redesigning a winning formula.

    MW3 is a step UP from MW2, especially with the new game types. The graphics are recycled but more refined. My only complaints with the game is the continued presence of quickscopers and the abundance of confined maps (which makes me miss maps like Array from Black Ops! lol).

    Overall, if you loved MW2 you'll love MW3. If you are a Battlefield fanatic, go somewhere else. These are two entirely different styles of games to compare.    … Expand
  51. StaticX_QC
    Dec 17, 2011
    9
    This one feel like a DLC of MW2. First, the campaign is fun but short, and nothing new this is like the past call of duty campaign, tough playing the campaign is like to be in one of those American action movie where everything is exploding around. It is really fun. It happen more than once during the campaign where I had WOW moments. Next, the spec ops mission are fun while playing with aThis one feel like a DLC of MW2. First, the campaign is fun but short, and nothing new this is like the past call of duty campaign, tough playing the campaign is like to be in one of those American action movie where everything is exploding around. It is really fun. It happen more than once during the campaign where I had WOW moments. Next, the spec ops mission are fun while playing with a friend but you wil get trough fast and some have been taken from the solo campaign... The new survival mode is great but not as much as the zombies mode in Black Ops. The multiplayer is the same old thing.... Again it feel like to be a Black ops DLC, new maps nothing more..... Still I recommend it if you have like the past call of duty games and want to play more.… Expand
  52. Braders790
    Dec 17, 2011
    9
    Firstly the campaign is brilliant, despite being quite short, (i completed it in about 4-5 hours). The only thing i dont like is that in MW2, veteran mode is very hard, but still easy for an experienced player, but in MW3, veteran mode is nigh impossible, i'm not saying you can't complete it, you can, i have, but you only need to get shot once or twice to die, which is more incrediblyFirstly the campaign is brilliant, despite being quite short, (i completed it in about 4-5 hours). The only thing i dont like is that in MW2, veteran mode is very hard, but still easy for an experienced player, but in MW3, veteran mode is nigh impossible, i'm not saying you can't complete it, you can, i have, but you only need to get shot once or twice to die, which is more incredibly annoying than fun. Online is the same as always, long, fun and progressive, but it is sort of the same as MW2 online, (except for the maps). Survivor mode is the highlight of the game for me, what is more fun than mowing down hundreds of enemies. On a map like resistance its quite a calm level where you just have fun killing people, (until wave 26 when you get like 3 juggernauts, 2 helicopters a ton of attack dogs and suicide bombers as well as the normal guys who are heavily armoured anyway). but on a map like lock down, you need to be on your toes as the enemies get harder quicker. Survivor mode is great fun and every map is great.

    Special ops aren't as good as they were in MW2 but they are still good, i particularly like the stealth ones. but some missions are just a bit to hard and get annoying when you keep on dying, but still, the special are good.

    Survivor mode = 10/10
    Campaign = 9/10
    Online = 8/10
    Special ops = 9/10
    Avg. score = 9/10    … Expand
  53. festivefunda
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Highly enjoyable shooter with quite frankly amazing set pieces make this a very worthwhile purchase. The MP is not leaps and bounds away from MW2 but its far more balanced and very reminiscent of COD 4 which set the standard of this generations FPS'. Forget the idiots that love to hate and make your own mind up. Opinions are like **** and everyone has one but remember......some of them areHighly enjoyable shooter with quite frankly amazing set pieces make this a very worthwhile purchase. The MP is not leaps and bounds away from MW2 but its far more balanced and very reminiscent of COD 4 which set the standard of this generations FPS'. Forget the idiots that love to hate and make your own mind up. Opinions are like **** and everyone has one but remember......some of them are full of ****… Expand
  54. Nate7702
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    MW3 is fast and furious! Let the competition begin! Elite premium is great, now that it is up and running.
    The little guy has a shot to defeat. Lighting effects are excellent. Weapon progression is excellent. Kill Confirmed is excellent. Get your Rockstars out and start playing this game, NOW!
  55. hk1200
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    A lot of people are rating it low either because they're bad at the game, they haven't played it, or they're following what's being said on the internet. It's not a bad game, by any means. I'm not sure what everyone was expecting, it's Modern Warfare 2 without all of the things that made it a bad game. The campaign was solid and the multiplayer is really fun. Don't bother with the userA lot of people are rating it low either because they're bad at the game, they haven't played it, or they're following what's being said on the internet. It's not a bad game, by any means. I'm not sure what everyone was expecting, it's Modern Warfare 2 without all of the things that made it a bad game. The campaign was solid and the multiplayer is really fun. Don't bother with the user reviews, since most of the people think they're some sort of internet bad a**es. Graphics are improved slightly, gameplay has been fixed from Modern Warfare 2, and the campaign is solid. Spec Ops is also a lot of fun. I give it a 9/10.… Expand
  56. Sampson170
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    People are giving this game low user-reviews and it makes me sick. I think I'm gonna go over and drag down the Battlefield 3 reviews.

    MW3 is a fun, tense, insane gaming expirance that cannot be missed. Epic Single Player, Tried-&-True Multiplayer, and a Fantastic Co-op, this game is the complete package. The story is epic, the graphics are still great, and the gameplay is perfect as    People are giving this game low user-reviews and it makes me sick. I think I'm gonna go over and drag down the Battlefield 3 reviews.

    MW3 is a fun, tense, insane gaming expirance that cannot be missed. Epic Single Player, Tried-&-True Multiplayer, and a Fantastic Co-op, this game is the complete package. The story is epic, the graphics are still great, and the gameplay is perfect as always.

    If you like FPS's, you have to get this game.    … Expand
  57. NYYpride
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I feel angry at most people because they come into this game with such a negative attitude always have been and such a bias towards battlefield they really don't stop to appreciate what is in front of them. Despite no massive revolutionary game engine, or no relatively new features, MW3 will draw you in more than Battlefield ever did. I am a huge fan of singleplayer modes. I have beenI feel angry at most people because they come into this game with such a negative attitude always have been and such a bias towards battlefield they really don't stop to appreciate what is in front of them. Despite no massive revolutionary game engine, or no relatively new features, MW3 will draw you in more than Battlefield ever did. I am a huge fan of singleplayer modes. I have been playing COD since the second one came out and always have enjoyed the stories that INFINITY WARD told (no offense Treyarch). MW3 does such a great job, along with any other game in the modern warfare series, of producing villians you truly hate, badass comrades and friends you hate to see die. The levels are intense as always and usually always have that "OMG that was cool" element in each one. These elements are what make COD's singleplayer so much better than BF3's. I didn't care for my marine in Iran the same way i did for Soap, Price and Delta Force. Overall i felt the singleplayer was a success. Co-op is fun too. Infinity Ward and Activision have learned from Treyarch's Zombie mode, that endless waves of enemies means endless waves of fun. The new survival mode uses this mode and should provide the player with hours of entertainment. And if one gets bored, you can always jump over to the mission based modes for a even more fun. Multiplayer, will as always be the mainstay for most. While not as innovative as other games (cough BF3) it takes the core formula that changed online gaming forever and improves upon it. Regardless of what people will say, next year at this time there will still be millions playing this game everyday. Most hardcore gamers seemed to have turned away from COD but they forget that COD isn't about the hardcore gamer, its about creating a game that is easy enough that anyone can get good at it. But complex enough that one can never seem to master it. Millions will buy this game and in the end will have played it more than any other online game this year. While I myself enjoy BF3's multiplayer more, the majority of the public will play Call of Duty. Overall, I feel this game has been put down by so many for so long that it isn't getting the attention it deserves. Infinity Ward has worked hard and long to create this series, they deserve the credit for the great work they have done over the years. Now we will live in a Treyarch COD world. Looking back people will look favorably on this game. A praise it deserves.… Expand
  58. raider22
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    It is what it is, tweaked and added to from previous versions. Not quite sure what the haters were expecting. Seems rather foolish of them to buy it given everyone knew what it would be like beforehand. Great fun and in the long run will be worth the outlay.
  59. HerpDaddy
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I think it's ridiculous that so many people are putting out so many negative reviews. Is the game perfect? Of course not! There is always things any developer can do better. How could they possibly quench everyone's thirst. Have they done a great job on this game? ABSOLUTELY! I am new to Call of Duty with Black Ops being the first time I dived in head first. There are things inI think it's ridiculous that so many people are putting out so many negative reviews. Is the game perfect? Of course not! There is always things any developer can do better. How could they possibly quench everyone's thirst. Have they done a great job on this game? ABSOLUTELY! I am new to Call of Duty with Black Ops being the first time I dived in head first. There are things in every game that need to be fixed and to give out ZERO scores on this game is absurd. It's a war game! To be realistic means that maps need to be challenging to find sniper spots and hiding spots. I read reviews about a flowing map???!!!??? REALLY? Are you stupid? Just play the game and have fun instead of complaining about every silly little thing. The developers have come up with many different ways to enjoy countless hours of fun. I personally enjoyed the Survival mode (even by myself) for about an hour while getting completely bombarded by countless waves of enemies. My heart was pounding and I had fun. Go do the same!… Expand
  60. Rammari
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Great game. Very addictive and fun to play. There's no other game on market that is this action packed. I just love this game. If you have to choose between MW3 and BF3 I highly recommend you to choose MW3.
  61. Trew
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Sledgehammer and Infinity Ward have made by far the BEST multi-player experience ever in a Call of Duty game, maybe even ever.

    Unlike the past two Call of Duty games (MW2, and BOPS), this game is unbelieveable balanced and fair. I would even dare to say that this game challenges the balance seen in Call of Duty 4, if not even more balanced than CoD4. The multiplayer has been refined to    Sledgehammer and Infinity Ward have made by far the BEST multi-player experience ever in a Call of Duty game, maybe even ever.

    Unlike the past two Call of Duty games (MW2, and BOPS), this game is unbelieveable balanced and fair. I would even dare to say that this game challenges the balance seen in Call of Duty 4, if not even more balanced than CoD4.

    The multiplayer has been refined to the limit. All the people complaining about new features need to grow up. Just because this game doesn't feature new pro-pro-pro perks and is fair and that you are now forced to run around and leave your lonely corner. Just because you cant shoot people in 2 bullets and because your were amazing at a game that was unbalanced, and you suck now, means you need to adapt.

    Besides my rant on the ranters, I would like to point out that the new Survival mode is a TREAT. It needs refinement in the future, but it is a terrific start to an amazing mode. It definitely challenges Zombies mode, and in my opinion beats it in terms of fun.

    Lets face it. Waves are better than rounds.

    Modern Warfare 3 has an unbelievable multiplayer, Spec-Ops, and Survival mode. Campaign is weak, but is a great addition.

    In the past, we used to buy games for a decent multiplayer. Now, I buy Call of Duty for a great multiplayer and a decent campaign.

    Presentation: 9.5/10
    Story: 7.5/10
    Gameplay: 10/10
    Multiplayer: 11/10
    Lasting Appeal: 10/10
    Overall: 9.6/10

    Sure, campaign is weak, graphics haven't really improved, but who cares? This is by far the most fun i've EVER had playing a game. I will be playing this game for months. Survival mode gave it that kick that it really needed for a good review. IW and Sledge, dont be upset. Next time around (MW4) people will have adapted to the game style presented in MW3, and you will be amazed by the reception in the future.    … Expand
  62. zeff
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    This game is greater, just have some noobs that dont know how play this and put a low score for this game.
    so i hope that this persons have a litle of sense and vote right.
  63. Scout_Jovi_79
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    This easily the best Call of Duty since the original Modern Warfare. The story actually makes some sense again and the new modes in spec-ops are fun and addicting. I'm not one for multiplayer so I won't go into it but all my friends seem to love it. Stop hating just cause u can, it is a good game.
  64. iprotocol142
    Nov 22, 2011
    10
    why do people complain and still buy the game. By the numbers MW3 outsold BF3 so BF3 fanboys stop complaining if you are still gonna buy the game in the end
  65. MountZionV
    Feb 3, 2012
    9
    I have played cod multiplayer since cod4 hooked me. This one is not the best (cod 4 was a 10/10 for me) but its better than black ops (which i would give an 8/10) so a 9/10 for mw3 seems fair. Everything about the game is fun and rewarding, and no other franchise has search and destroy, so solid game in my book
  66. Coreyod386
    Jan 7, 2012
    10
    Why do haters hate this game? seriously its the best **** call of duty ever! sure it's mw2.5 but it's the best mw2.5 ever made. the campaign and multiplayer are the best of the series and both types of spec ops (survival and missions) are also awesome. to me, the game is the best in the series and definitely worth the $59.99. and P:S go on haters, hate me for this I will always have thisWhy do haters hate this game? seriously its the best **** call of duty ever! sure it's mw2.5 but it's the best mw2.5 ever made. the campaign and multiplayer are the best of the series and both types of spec ops (survival and missions) are also awesome. to me, the game is the best in the series and definitely worth the $59.99. and P:S go on haters, hate me for this I will always have this opinion about the game and if ur not happy, go F yourselves.… Expand
  67. kratos2144
    Nov 21, 2011
    8
    With the major fanboyism going on here aside, the game isn't "horrible". Yes it's a Call of Duty, yes there has been one every year since Call of Duty 2 but the same for Mario, wut? Anyway, onto the review. The Campaign continues the story of Soap, Price, and Makarov from Call of Duty 4 and Modern Warfare 2. It's a pretty good finale for the last Modern Warfare and I, personally,With the major fanboyism going on here aside, the game isn't "horrible". Yes it's a Call of Duty, yes there has been one every year since Call of Duty 2 but the same for Mario, wut? Anyway, onto the review. The Campaign continues the story of Soap, Price, and Makarov from Call of Duty 4 and Modern Warfare 2. It's a pretty good finale for the last Modern Warfare and I, personally, thoroughly enjoyed Blood Brothers and the flashbacks from the previous two games. The Multiplayer is okay. The spawn points are horrible and the players are just as bad as ever, but the new game mode Kill Confirmed is surprisingly good. There only seems to be one over-powered thing in the Multiplayer, Assassin Pro. The Spec-Ops Missions are more for people who want more of the Campaign but the Survival version of Spec-Ops is wonderful. It could be better with the inclusion of Akimbo attachments to Handguns and Machine Pistols, more of a perk selection, and 4 player co-op instead of just 2. Overall it's decent for an FPS and good for a Call of Duty. Rent it if you're an FPS fan and get it if you're a Call of Duty fan, whether or not you have the previous Modern Warfare games, it's still good. 8.5/10… Expand
  68. JoeAdamsIV
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Great game! I bought BF3 on launch, and I loved it. Then when MW3 came out, I decided to go buy it, I was not disappointed! Keep in mind this is the first Modern Warfare game I have purchased. The campaign was amazing, online is spectacular, and spec ops is sweet, especially survival mode.
  69. Hankers
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    What a great game, absolute streets ahead of the competition! Great story mode which lasts a lot longer than bf3. ,multiplayer is a head of it's time, it' wondrous, amazing, beautiful, courageas and marvellous. Quite simply the best fps of all time. Sorry bf3 but you failed miserably!
  70. kckaos
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Although i prefer Black Ops (think im in the minority that does!?), this is a great game! the story may be quit linier, but it is a lot of fun and wraps up the loose ends of the previous two!
    The online is still fun especially the new mode 'Kill Confirmed' as it suites my style of gameing (run and gun). A couple of things that annoys me is IW have taken the dive and customizing features    Although i prefer Black Ops (think im in the minority that does!?), this is a great game! the story may be quit linier, but it is a lot of fun and wraps up the loose ends of the previous two!
    The online is still fun especially the new mode 'Kill Confirmed' as it suites my style of gameing (run and gun). A couple of things that annoys me is IW have taken the dive and customizing features out which i loved!    … Expand
  71. Phalanx2006
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Forget Black Ops. This game keeps everything that was great about MW2 and fixes what was broken with it. Anyone who gave this game a really low score must have very unrealistic expectations. The campaign was short but the multiplayer will keep you coming back. The Kill Confirmed mode really adds a challenging twist to TDM. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes a fast paced shooter andForget Black Ops. This game keeps everything that was great about MW2 and fixes what was broken with it. Anyone who gave this game a really low score must have very unrealistic expectations. The campaign was short but the multiplayer will keep you coming back. The Kill Confirmed mode really adds a challenging twist to TDM. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes a fast paced shooter and for once it looks to be on par with the 360 version of the game.… Expand
  72. kevler
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    First I would like to tell them what a good job they have done. Even with different developers they have kept the essence of a Call of Duty Modern Warfare series. The game has attracted a huge audience in the past. With this to come in mind, some of the audience donâ
  73. Angel200
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    No spoilers here. Just completed the single player campaign and have logged roughly 5 hours of multiplayer. MW3 is once again the top gun of action FPS games. It's simply the best. The campaign plays out like a tent pole Hollywood action film. Huge set pieces, interesting characters, immersive combat and a very satisfying conclusion to the trilogy. There are several moments, especiallyNo spoilers here. Just completed the single player campaign and have logged roughly 5 hours of multiplayer. MW3 is once again the top gun of action FPS games. It's simply the best. The campaign plays out like a tent pole Hollywood action film. Huge set pieces, interesting characters, immersive combat and a very satisfying conclusion to the trilogy. There are several moments, especially one, if you have played all three games where you will be shocked and saddened. A fitting end to a fine story. The multiplayer is however the main reason to jump on any COD game. I swear it's the only time I still talk to some of my college friends. The new features, especially the support kill streak addition, makes the game much more accessable to main stream gamers like myself. The maps are fluid and fun. And the competition is top notch. There are some buggy issues with setting up matches but pretty much all games launch with bugs like that these days. They will be patched in time and the experience will get even better. Enjoy the game and find me online under gamer tag Angel200 if you liked my review (or if you hated it and want to shoot me - in MP of course). This is the best COD game to date. And if you are a fan this will be money very well spent.… Expand
  74. xxdoubledeezxx
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I'm wondering if the average user score on this game is being sabotaged by fanboys of a certain other game. With that being said, MW3 is a fitting sequel to the last outing by Infinity Ward. Single player is as frantic and cinematic as ever. I felt like I was playing through a Michael Bay movie. Of course, if you are expecting something more Oscar-worthy, you obviously don't know theI'm wondering if the average user score on this game is being sabotaged by fanboys of a certain other game. With that being said, MW3 is a fitting sequel to the last outing by Infinity Ward. Single player is as frantic and cinematic as ever. I felt like I was playing through a Michael Bay movie. Of course, if you are expecting something more Oscar-worthy, you obviously don't know the franchise very well. Overall, it was a lot of fun. The spec ops mode of MW2 has returned with some enhancements. Eat your heart out Zombies, because IW has conjured up the fun with survival mode. It's a wholly different experience when the enemies can shoot back. Multiplayer has a lot more depth with the addition of 2 new game modes, Kill Confirmed and Team Defender. The weapon leveling system is a nice touch, too. The matchmaking servers are still just as problematic as ever, although I'm not getting a lot of lag once I'm in a match. Most of the issue is with getting into the match to begin with. I've also had problems with getting separated when I'm playing online in a party with friends. Graphically, MW3 looks so much better than Black Ops. I didn't realize how much I missed the weather effects until I played through a rain storm on one of the maps. I won't say this is the prettiest game ever, but I did feel immersed in the game environment than with the last Call of Duty. For those who are complaining that IW is using the same engine from MW2 with no improvements, I have to disagree. These developers are obviously learning more about getting more out of the same game engine. Many game makers use the same game engine for multiple outings. It's like saying that the graphics can't have improved because it's still the same ol' PS3. I'm really enjoying Modern Warfare 3 and I can't wait to see what IW comes up with for DLC.… Expand
  75. FlyingIron
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I'm not really sure where all the hate is coming from. I love the Strike Package setups and Kill Confirmed is a great twist on Team Deathmatch. This game is a much faster pace too. I own Battlefield 3 and the two are completely different. As for the comments of "I've played this game before": What did you expect? It would've been nice to get more with a pre-order as Battlefield 3's firstI'm not really sure where all the hate is coming from. I love the Strike Package setups and Kill Confirmed is a great twist on Team Deathmatch. This game is a much faster pace too. I own Battlefield 3 and the two are completely different. As for the comments of "I've played this game before": What did you expect? It would've been nice to get more with a pre-order as Battlefield 3's first DLC, but I thoroughly enjoy MW3. You always feel like you're accomplishing something in this game, between the emblems and tags and leveling up weapons and the list goes on and on. I'm 10 all the way.… Expand
  76. Usivan666
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 still kicks ass! Yes, the expectations were high! But there was already so much in Modern Warfare 2, that developers couldn't jump higher. This is the same situation, as with Gears of War 3... We just got used to those special effects and scripts. But I personally enjoy the game and think, the campaign or the multiplayer could have been better! Yes, there areCall of Duty Modern Warfare 3 still kicks ass! Yes, the expectations were high! But there was already so much in Modern Warfare 2, that developers couldn't jump higher. This is the same situation, as with Gears of War 3... We just got used to those special effects and scripts. But I personally enjoy the game and think, the campaign or the multiplayer could have been better! Yes, there are not many new features... But there is no need for them! The gameplay is still awesome! Adding some significant new features and experimentation could have ruined the game. The same for the graphics. In order to reach high standards of graphics the developers should have changed the game engine, breaking the balance and the structure of gameplay we all know and love. This game is awesome and I totally recommend it to every shooter fan or the fan of the series! It couldn't have been better =))… Expand
  77. darkecofreak
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    As I don't care about multiplayer, I thought Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 was great. It had a lot of twists, a satisfying climax, and a wonderful denouement. I cheered to watch Makarov try to run like cowards always do and even more so to watch him swing.
  78. Aspro1890
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    The bad reviews on this site are rediculous; i mean its a good game. I don't know if its because none of these people can noob tube anymore because that's finally been dealt with. The multiplayer offers more primary weapons than ever before albeit some being a little.over powered. This game comes stock with 16 maps which is more than ever before and is guaranteed more. To further debuntheThe bad reviews on this site are rediculous; i mean its a good game. I don't know if its because none of these people can noob tube anymore because that's finally been dealt with. The multiplayer offers more primary weapons than ever before albeit some being a little.over powered. This game comes stock with 16 maps which is more than ever before and is guaranteed more. To further debunthe myth that the multiplayer is just a rehash, the killstreak system has been revamped into strike packages. These are broken into 3 playstyles where the assault is suiting your everyday COD player and support is for the less skilled. This is notable because they finally addressed Tue balancing problem this game had however there is still some killstreak abuse but its dealablell. The multiplayer also has two new modes in addition to all the other classic COD modes. The campaign is a nice add on to the experiennce though a little short. The package also come with Spec OPS mode from MW2 and a brand new survival mode. To all the unfair and bull reviews that this game doesn't deserve, please explain how a hammer with more modes than any other game, a game where they made more friendly for everyone, a game that's been balanced to the poinnt where there are no recognizable abuses, a game that offers more maps than ever before, and a game that comes with.a total of 3 new modes across the board deserves anything less than a 9.… Expand
  79. nintendo3DS
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is amazing! Why do you guys think it's bad? Their is so much new content in MW3, it's not even funny! Campaign was epic. Survival mode is astonishing. Multiplayer is amazing and hella fun. So yeah, get out trolls.
  80. patriotsfanX
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    This game is very good why are people putting it down this should be a 9.5. The only thing wrong with it is matchmaking. The maps are fun, campaign is awsome. I couldn't get off the multiplayer last night. The ps3 has a awsome version. Really like kill confirmed very fun game mode. God this is leaps and bounds better then black ops almost night and day. Like i said this should be a 10 myThis game is very good why are people putting it down this should be a 9.5. The only thing wrong with it is matchmaking. The maps are fun, campaign is awsome. I couldn't get off the multiplayer last night. The ps3 has a awsome version. Really like kill confirmed very fun game mode. God this is leaps and bounds better then black ops almost night and day. Like i said this should be a 10 my only complaint is matchmaking takes a long time. For people who say this is a cut and paste game it is not… Expand
  81. Wootball
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    In what can only be described as a lesson in evolution rather than revolution, Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer need to be applauded for sticking with what works, tweaking the things that donâ
  82. Jamasen
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    this game was a lot better than i had expected, when i first started watching the trailers i was having mixed feelings about this game, but once i had started playing the campaign i was fairly surprised that the single was quite good from my perspective. multiplayer is not as good was modern warfare 2 or cod4 due to the fact that there was not many large open maps like "wasteland" orthis game was a lot better than i had expected, when i first started watching the trailers i was having mixed feelings about this game, but once i had started playing the campaign i was fairly surprised that the single was quite good from my perspective. multiplayer is not as good was modern warfare 2 or cod4 due to the fact that there was not many large open maps like "wasteland" or "overgrown" but the multiplayer overall was good fun. overall a great game.… Expand
  83. vicentec
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Almost perfect. It earns a 10, but maybe the next time it could give us more surprises. The Elite stuff is not for me. The new modes are really funny.
  84. Watcherxx
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I'm glad one of the two war games delivered. BF3 was garbage, "Above and beyond the call" my ass. What everyone says is true... This is the same as the other MW games in that it's a fast paced exciting story, addicting multiplayer, and the survival mode is a great addition.
  85. Michaelangelo
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Are you people seriously hating this much? MW3 is the best COD since COD 4 MW. If your a fan of this series and not a BF lover you knew what to expect and what you were getting. a 1080P 60FPS FPS shooter. The game has been drastically innovated and it shows. Everything about this game is COD 4 on crack. They have all the good stuff back and even made awesome tweeks! I loved COD 4 and wasntAre you people seriously hating this much? MW3 is the best COD since COD 4 MW. If your a fan of this series and not a BF lover you knew what to expect and what you were getting. a 1080P 60FPS FPS shooter. The game has been drastically innovated and it shows. Everything about this game is COD 4 on crack. They have all the good stuff back and even made awesome tweeks! I loved COD 4 and wasnt a real fan of one since NOW! Yes there re better graphics IE uncharted 3, but this game is beautiful. Geez there is oil dripping from train cars and the closer you get the more you hear it. Dont forget add in Spec ops and survival and this is the best COD iteration yet. So please for the haters or ppl who just stink at the game be fair this game is far from a 2.… Expand
  86. Humpernator
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I love all the negative reviews! It would be much higher if everyone who is playing the game stopped to review the game on here. I am playing it and love it. A lot like MW2 but by adding weapon proficiency, strike packages and new guns and a few new attachments, this game will be played by me for the next few months at least. The strike packages really even out the game, giving killI love all the negative reviews! It would be much higher if everyone who is playing the game stopped to review the game on here. I am playing it and love it. A lot like MW2 but by adding weapon proficiency, strike packages and new guns and a few new attachments, this game will be played by me for the next few months at least. The strike packages really even out the game, giving kill streaks to those who contribute to the match besides just kills.… Expand
  87. JonSmackenrow
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Lets start with the cons. This game is not as good as Crysis 2. Lets just get that out of the way. If all the losers that gave these game a 1 would play Crysis 2 or Killzone 3 or Portal 2, then those games would have sold. As it is haters gonna hate, and Players gonna play. Secondly I am still not a big fan of the strike packages and quick scoping and Drew Brees accuracy when throwing aLets start with the cons. This game is not as good as Crysis 2. Lets just get that out of the way. If all the losers that gave these game a 1 would play Crysis 2 or Killzone 3 or Portal 2, then those games would have sold. As it is haters gonna hate, and Players gonna play. Secondly I am still not a big fan of the strike packages and quick scoping and Drew Brees accuracy when throwing a gernada. 3. Not a fan that in multi-player the 2 factions look the same. Pros. You war with someone in Spec Ops, around level 25 insistent friendship. 2ndly Gun on gun feels dang good. Single player has a lot of variety. It is a good rump. And there are no bugs that I can see, something I can not say about Crysis 2. Don't trust the Occupy-Metacritic-Crowd.… Expand
  88. Oly1kenobi
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Game is an improvement on MW2 as far as graphics and features. All these 1s and 0s are just being done by MW3 haters. The new spec ops mode is done very well, and the new weapon xp is great. New modes, including dogtag mode are very fun and add new gameplay.
  89. MajorTom
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    (MetaCritic please do something about these idiots spamming the game ratings!)

    This game is fantastic. Multiplayer is the best it's ever been and the new Survival mode is way better than zombies. The campaign is awesome sure the writings stupid but it's a shooter it's not like Halo was fine art. Speaking as a fellow game designer (Not Affiliated with Activision) it's kind of worrying that    (MetaCritic please do something about these idiots spamming the game ratings!)

    This game is fantastic.
    Multiplayer is the best it's ever been and the new Survival mode is way better than zombies.
    The campaign is awesome sure the writings stupid but it's a shooter it's not like Halo was fine art.
    Speaking as a fellow game designer (Not Affiliated with Activision) it's kind of worrying that MetaCritic reviews can be spammed liked this. I'm not a Call of Duty fanboy both it and Battlefield are amazing series in their own way. I just happen to like the more Action-Oriented gameplay of Call of Duty more.    … Expand
  90. BrunoAndres
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
  91. donaldo81
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. La verdad que el juego esta muy bueno, buen sonido, buena diversión. Los nuevos killstreaks geniales y la forma de subir el arma de nivel muy bueno. Valio la pena y la espera.… Expand
  92. Hardbodiii82
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is awesomeness made flesh!!! The devs dont go back and tear the whole apart instead they build on what was a badass foundation and thats just the campaign mode. Multiplayer obviously is where this game truly shines! I think 9.3million SOLD DAY 1 speaks for it self. You can say fanboys,BF3, blah blah but in the words of ya boy Yo Gotti....NUMBERS DONT LIE!!!
  93. georgeold
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is by far the greatest call of duty game yet. I've played the game and it is the satisfying conclusion to the trilogy. So get you one.(P.S those low scores are haters and BF3 lovers)
  94. gael23
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    mw3 olliemultiplayer is looklike block ops.was sad wen i saw that.notinig like mw1 o mw2 best games 4ever.it be ok if they madea addpack mw2 and add zomies some like that.i pay for that los of players to.
  95. sync214
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Still as fun as ever. Campaign kept me up all night and it jumps right in from the end of modern warfare 2. Spec Ops a welcome addition back from modern warfare 2.
  96. Mischaonline
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Simply Great. This is the final product with all the tweaks the community has been asking for since CoD4.
    The tempo is very high, sometimes it is soo quiet and the next second the air is filled with enemy crafts which I this early in the game can´t take on (unless with a SAM Turret). BLack Ops is like a walk in a park and with the change of a disc you will be thrown into a    Simply Great. This is the final product with all the tweaks the community has been asking for since CoD4.
    The tempo is very high, sometimes it is soo quiet and the next second the air is filled with enemy crafts which I this early in the game can´t take on (unless with a SAM Turret). BLack Ops is like a walk in a park and with the change of a disc you will be thrown into a marathon race, bullets coming from everywhere. There are a few places to hide -to few - u can´t really hide, maybe catch your breath and reload and if you are a camper shoot one or two enemies and that is if your lucky. The n00btube is a bit stronger than in BLOPS but far from annoying, rather perfect for this environment and tempo. The pointstreak system makes ppl finally go for objectives. The reasonable thing to buy for prestigetokens is Custom slots it seems, you have quite the arsenal to begin with and I have already gotten the Scar-L and Spas-12 thrown at me and gotten to choose from a vast amount of streaks once. And I am at lvl 10 now.

    Dunno what else to say, I am really happy I went with this one (cause I had my doubts about repeating the same old formula again). I hope I will still be at lvl 80. But so far this looks good - almost too good.    … Expand
  97. RAWFODOG
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So it's an expensive map-pack? Correct. However you won't find more people online playing a game with a more solid foundation and set of mechanics. Shame? Yes. Could they have done more? Yes x2. Is it still going to keep you hooked for months? Yes x3.… Expand
  98. Mysterym3At
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Lots of unfair reviews and ratings. MW3 is a great game with tons of new features. Great multiplayer experience, fun new game modes, point streaks, etc. survival mode is excellent and the single player is a nice wrap up to MW2.
  99. rahzel
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    MW3 might be more of the same with minor improvements over MW2, but it doesn't deserve this low of a score. If anything BLOPS deserves this score for being such a piece of ...

    While most are playing MP, the SP campaign is probably my favorite of the series.
  100. ChimpsArePimps
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    people will always love to hate Call of Duty. they complain that the campaign is too short, that the plot is too grandiose, that the multiplayer is just a rehashed version of the last game's, and that it adds nothing to the genre. This hasn't hurt CoD in the slightest, and MW3 is going to be a huge hit. And it deserves to. Sure, battlefield 3 is prettier, but it comes nowhere close to thepeople will always love to hate Call of Duty. they complain that the campaign is too short, that the plot is too grandiose, that the multiplayer is just a rehashed version of the last game's, and that it adds nothing to the genre. This hasn't hurt CoD in the slightest, and MW3 is going to be a huge hit. And it deserves to. Sure, battlefield 3 is prettier, but it comes nowhere close to the pure FPS mastery that makes CoD such a juggernaut. The campaign far surpasses the vaguely interesting BF3 campaign and, thankfully, blows the stupid and confusing MW2 campaign out of the water, surpassing the surprisingly strong Black Ops to fall, imo, just short of the first Modern Warfare and Bioshock as the best FPS i've played. The scale is bigger, and while that's not always better, MW3 thankfully avoids a michael bay feel while still having over-the-top set pieces around the globe in the throes of WWIII. But nobody gives two **** about single player except for me, so multiplayer: its pretty **** good. they've made some changes, and while it doesn't seem to be enough for many people, i really don't see much point in ignoring what's widely considered to be one of the best multiplayer experiences ever and trying to reinvent the wheel for the sequel. spec ops, which i've just barely played, is also a ton of fun. Bottom line: haters gonna hate. But MW3, even with all the hype surrounding it, is a fantastic game and completely worth the money. Yes, it runs on an old engine. Yes, the multiplayer feels very similar to MW2. But if you can get over these two flaws (and one of them isn't really even a flaw, seeing as people still play MW2's multiplayer today), then you will be rewarded with a very, very good game.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

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