Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5387 Ratings

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  1. BlackSox9
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This is crazy, I can't believe all the disappointed BF3 Fan Boys that came on here to trash MW3. I heard about the incredibly unbalanced user score that MW3 has received on Metacritic from IGN, and decided to create a Metacritic account just to give an unbiased and objective review and score. And to help even out this Very low score for an obviously above average game, I mean sure MW3 isThis is crazy, I can't believe all the disappointed BF3 Fan Boys that came on here to trash MW3. I heard about the incredibly unbalanced user score that MW3 has received on Metacritic from IGN, and decided to create a Metacritic account just to give an unbiased and objective review and score. And to help even out this Very low score for an obviously above average game, I mean sure MW3 is not perfect but 3.1 out of ten is bull***t. First off I would like to state that I am not a COD Fan Boy and not a little kid, I'm a hardcore gamer that has been playing games since the early nineties. I play all manner of games on PC and PS3 and have also bought MW3's main competitor BF3. I have played about 30 hours on BF3's Multiplayer and have a 3.30 Kill/Death Ratio so am no noob when it comes to FPS. Even so I was disappointed with the overall products of both Battlefied 3 (which got boring faster than expected) and MW3. In the end I scored MW3 8 out of 10. It is very similar to MW2 but that's not necessarily a bad thing. The Singleplayer was OK, similar to the last two Modern Warfare's (overall uneventfull and boring with only some good bits) Spec Ops Missions are fun and exciting, especially if you have a friend to play them with and Spec Ops New Survival Mode is great addictive fun and a good addition to the series, I would say, and this is just my opinion that this is better than Zombies (playing with a mic is essential). Than you have Multiplayer which love it or hate it is pretty much the same as MW2 but with Strike Pakages, different killstreaks and different variations on old perks, some new guns and some new maps and game modes. Noob tubing, Nuke Killstreak and One Man Army Perk are gone but Quikscoping and Drop Shoting are still the order of the day. Also Spawn Deaths, Hit Detaction and Lag Issues can become a bit annoying. But with a half Decent Connection, a bit of skill and a touch of class you should be able to overcome these shotcomings to have one of the sweetest FPS Online Gaming experiences you can have at this time. I won't lie somtimes the multiplayer can have you screaming at the TV about the injustice of the last 5 Cheap deaths that made no sense whatsoever. But with a bit of patience even without the Elite Functions you get to know the layout of the maps, the spawn points, choke points, best class layouts for specific situations and maps. You will receive better weapons and figure out which strike package work best for you, and then your experience will start getting better. And to everyone saying COD is unbalanced that's BS, because there is a strategy and counter for everything your adversaries can throw at you. So after everything is said and done what it really comes down to is skill (and who has more of it). Overall, taken all the features packed into this one game and the weeks and possibly months of enjoyment that can be had, it's impossible for me to see how this game can receive a score below an 8 let alone a 5. If your a fan of FPS or games in general this a great addition to your game collection. Definately not MW2 DLC, and for only $50 to $100 are you that poor/cheap to complain about purchasing a great game and depriving yourself of fun just because a bunch of pathetic PC BF3 Fanboy Sheep/Followers decided to flood this site with negative reviews. It's Up To You.â… Expand
  2. glimmer03
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    j'ai acheter le jeu samedi , le mode histoire est très développer , pas comme la plupart des jeux de guerres ou tous le scénario y est devinable après la 1ère mission , le mode multijoueur juste magnifique etc etc ...
  3. r2d2
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    les arme du jeu son bien mes pas trop bien parce que ils on copier les meme armes du jeu mw2 ou black ops ils on rajouter que quelque armes les graphisme son bien tres bien meme.
  4. bd_louie
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    MW3 is the best one yet, and is a fitting end to the Modern Warfare storyline. Nevermind the blatant negative reviews, this game is a step above Black Ops and is even slightly better than MW2. The funny thing is that the people here that are rating the title as zero are the one who are still playing the game and loving every min of it.
  5. kevin-x16
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this games is very very good. 10/10 . modem warfare 3 merite 10/10 ce jeux et extra jouer tous ce jeux est magnifique veuillez vraiment bien le noté car il en vaut le coup. je m'éclate a faire des partis en survie et multijoueur… Expand
  6. ElBobo
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    OK, graphics are outdated. OK, the campaign is ultra short (but effective). But the multi is everything a MW fan is looking for: addictive, challenging and fun. Nothing new in this MW 2.5 but enough to be the game of the year in this category. It doesn't deserve a 10 but it doesn't deserve a score under 5...so it's a 10 to level up the score.
  7. kanedark
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    The Modern Warfare series will be always a name that everybody will remember like the most selling franchise in the history of videogames. I know this game may not be as good as some people may think, but I've been a follower of the series since the first COD came out for ps2 and pc. I don't think it is fair to score down a game just because it has some things that we may not like, inThe Modern Warfare series will be always a name that everybody will remember like the most selling franchise in the history of videogames. I know this game may not be as good as some people may think, but I've been a follower of the series since the first COD came out for ps2 and pc. I don't think it is fair to score down a game just because it has some things that we may not like, in order to do a good review, you have to take in consideration what has been done to the gameplay, graphics, sound effects, textures and most importantly, the game experience itself after playing all of their options. If you do not like it and you have something against Activision, don't buy it. If you really want to check it out but you are unsure of it because of the scores, buy it and play it a little bit and if it was not for you, just sell it on ebay. Don't let the rest make your decission to decide whether you will buy this game . I am proud to say that I spend money on buying this game and it has been one of the most amazing experiences i've had while playing videogames. It's good to know that such a huge company is still taking the time to listen to the fans and maintaining most of the cool aspects from the old games and always putting something new on them.… Expand
  8. ChrissyBottle
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    Ignore the ridiculously low user review score. This game, whilst far from perfect, is very good. The whole situation stinks of trolls. MW3 has a short, but exciting campaign, you'll know what to expect if you've played any recent COD game. It's definitely better than Black Ops are provides a fitting conclusion to the Modern Warfare trilogy. The multi-player is excellent as usual, with someIgnore the ridiculously low user review score. This game, whilst far from perfect, is very good. The whole situation stinks of trolls. MW3 has a short, but exciting campaign, you'll know what to expect if you've played any recent COD game. It's definitely better than Black Ops are provides a fitting conclusion to the Modern Warfare trilogy. The multi-player is excellent as usual, with some nice new game modes and maps.… Expand
  9. GoonDogg
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    I think the game is incredibly fun. Multiplayer is addicting, yet frustrating at times but I blame myself for just being awful. Survivor mode is a great mode and presents endless hours* of gameplay. I admit the campaign is short, but it seems to just be an unfortunate truth about most shooters, the campaign is merely an add on, where as the multiplayer is where the addiction sets in. II think the game is incredibly fun. Multiplayer is addicting, yet frustrating at times but I blame myself for just being awful. Survivor mode is a great mode and presents endless hours* of gameplay. I admit the campaign is short, but it seems to just be an unfortunate truth about most shooters, the campaign is merely an add on, where as the multiplayer is where the addiction sets in. I actually never had MW2 at its release, but played a lot a month ago because I was curious as to how similar MW3 would be to its predecessor, sadly it is dangerously identical. I don't know how all those programming and other thing work, but as far as I can tell this is just a map pack dlc. For me, I haven't spent years playing MW2 waiting for this release, if I had I am sure I would be even more upset. But from vantage, fun game and to me worth the money because of the amount of time I have/will play it. Perhaps others should wait for used or cheaper copies in the future.… Expand
  10. Kuate619
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    First of all let me start by saying that allthese trolls need to get the f out and stop making fake ass reviews! Just ecause u really suck at something doesnt make it a bad game, i bet most of those reviews are by people who havnt even played the game ere just sad cause there gayass battlefields guplay iss floaty and clunky. Mw3 campaign was awesome, multiplayer is still king, and theFirst of all let me start by saying that allthese trolls need to get the f out and stop making fake ass reviews! Just ecause u really suck at something doesnt make it a bad game, i bet most of those reviews are by people who havnt even played the game ere just sad cause there gayass battlefields guplay iss floaty and clunky. Mw3 campaign was awesome, multiplayer is still king, and the graphics despite it being an old ass engine still looks amazi! WINNiNG… Expand
  11. d2idan
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    this game like all the modern warfare's is amazing. its not hard to see that battlefied 3 fans wrote this.
    i play only in call of duty ! one game only on xbox ...just amazing amazing amazing ..................
    AMAZING !!!! i wish you'll do more 100 games like this !
  12. tomwarns
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I bought this game, and let me tell you the complaints are unwarranted. The gameplay is silky smooth, and the single player campaign is breathtaking. Of course it is a little unrealistic how often you defy death, but that is what makes it so fun! The spec ops is phenomenal, particularly survival. 16 levels of chaos to play through - gotta love it. Multiplayer is awesome too, although II bought this game, and let me tell you the complaints are unwarranted. The gameplay is silky smooth, and the single player campaign is breathtaking. Of course it is a little unrealistic how often you defy death, but that is what makes it so fun! The spec ops is phenomenal, particularly survival. 16 levels of chaos to play through - gotta love it. Multiplayer is awesome too, although I have had some problems getting my elite subscription online. I would write more, but I wanna go back to playing more MW3!… Expand
  13. DonaldTrump
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Excellent game, better than the first and famous MW1. The multiplayer concept is the same as before, but it's just awesome thing. Really. Why they should fix something what ain't broken? Only negative thing is that those multiplayer maps is way too small for my style. Single Player is just absolutely ridiculous - in the good way. It's like 5* action movie with excellent milieus and plotExcellent game, better than the first and famous MW1. The multiplayer concept is the same as before, but it's just awesome thing. Really. Why they should fix something what ain't broken? Only negative thing is that those multiplayer maps is way too small for my style. Single Player is just absolutely ridiculous - in the good way. It's like 5* action movie with excellent milieus and plot twists. The ending of Modern Warfare saga was excellent. I was like "wtf" when I saw credits. Special Ops is absolutely brilliant and the Survival Mode kicks seriously some asses.… Expand
  14. Battlefield3sux
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    Modern Warfare 3 is a great game ...All the Fanboy Haters aside this game is alot of fun..The single player campaign wraps up the Modern Warfare saga pretty nicely...spec op returns and is really good ..with the added bonus of a survival mode( horde mode basically)
    Then comes the real reason most purchased this game......the highly addictive multiplayer...so many match type choices...loads    Modern Warfare 3 is a great game ...All the Fanboy Haters aside this game is alot of fun..The single player campaign wraps up the Modern Warfare saga pretty nicely...spec op returns and is really good ..with the added bonus of a survival mode( horde mode basically)
    Then comes the real reason most purchased this game......the highly addictive multiplayer...so many match type choices...loads of replay value..bottom line is this game is great fun...and a must buy    … Expand
  15. mw3fan
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    this game is awesome i love it is just wow it looks like mw2 but better. i like the new weapons and maps and is fun like every call of duty game.it's not a DLC of MW2 the MP has improved over with the spec ops giving the shine it is just as good as zombies and the unlocks will keep you going on for a while and Prestige and 80 levels will definitely be alot of time too., COD Elite is justthis game is awesome i love it is just wow it looks like mw2 but better. i like the new weapons and maps and is fun like every call of duty game.it's not a DLC of MW2 the MP has improved over with the spec ops giving the shine it is just as good as zombies and the unlocks will keep you going on for a while and Prestige and 80 levels will definitely be alot of time too., COD Elite is just as good as Battlelog everything is good ( and Campaign… Expand
  16. nolann
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un excellent cru que ce Modern Warfare 3 la mise en scène dantesque de la campagne et superb, tandis que le multi et manifestement plus équilibré que dans les derniers volets de la série, reste un modèle du genre. Et si l… Expand
  17. LuNg
    Nov 12, 2011
    8
    But scripted and epic campaign is the same each year, the game engine Frostbite is below 2.0 MW multiplayer overwhelms me too, small maps without cars, no planes, no helicopters, cars indestructible and the same with the buildings
  18. cmvedder2
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    First I would like to point out that in no way is this game innovative, but to call this game mw 2.5 or 1.3 is a rash, bold, and incorrect statement. Anyway, i digress to my actual review of this game. I will be breaking this down into the three categories Infinity Ward has given us, as well as certain criteria people expect from a review such as graphics, game play, etc.

    The first    First I would like to point out that in no way is this game innovative, but to call this game mw 2.5 or 1.3 is a rash, bold, and incorrect statement. Anyway, i digress to my actual review of this game. I will be breaking this down into the three categories Infinity Ward has given us, as well as certain criteria people expect from a review such as graphics, game play, etc.

    The first portion every person should go through (or at least the one I always start with in every new cod title) is the single player campaign. This campaign is fantastic in every sense, though a bit short. But this complaint is a small one considering I blasted through the main story line in about 4.5 hours on regular difficulty. But its length really isn't a flaw if you consider that a game that looks for the biggest adrenaline fill it can possibly dish out, while at the same time trying to not be numbing to the player. This campaign finally wraps up the storyline in a very meaningful and conclusive way and its a blast getting there.

    Then comes the return of spec ops, which I enjoy substantially more than Nazi zombies (sorry zombies have become been there done that in our culture, only thing i enjoy with zombies anymore is the walking dead). Anyway I can't wait to be able to play with mode properly with a friend instead of getting paired with some moron online. In addition, a second game type has been added to spec ops which is called survivor. Survivor is more or less the COD take on horde mode from the gears of war series, and it works really well here, though admittedly I do find myself getting bored after one of two rounds.

    And finally the monster that is the cod multiplayer. People who hate on it will continue to hate and people that love the fast paced gun on gun arcade style shooter will continue to love it. There is nothing innovative from the (and I don't know why people forget this) original innovation, but it still works great and now with no commando or one man army nube tubes, the multiplayer brings cod into a new world of people complain but not all about the same thing. I will be the first to admit that there are some guns that are slightly overpowered, such as the type 95 or the much hated ump45, but I'm not nearly as annoyed with these weapons as I was with certain weapons from previous cod titles. Overall, I'm having a blast with the multiplayer and anyone who isn't, probably sucks at it (I'm a firm believer that anyone who **** about cod should be forced to post their k/d ratio, so at least we know why).

    To wrap things up I'll briefly go over the specs of the game. Are the graphics innovative? No. But they looked damn good, nearly photo-realism, 5 years ago and they still do. Any game that can run at 60 frames per second while having so much crap going on in the background and look this good ON A SIX YEAR OLD CONSOLE, is doing something right in my book. The controls are as tight and responsive as one should expect from a cod game, thatâ    … Expand
  19. raul793
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I don't want to spoil the story or something else . i just want to say that you can go to a site like gamestop or gamespot or ... and buy a video game ! but how can you find the best ?!
    you have many factors to find the best . story , graphics , gameplay , musics , sounds , multiplayer , hype (!) ...
    let's talk about story ! it's not like HALO ! so you'll not face a large amount of    I don't want to spoil the story or something else . i just want to say that you can go to a site like gamestop or gamespot or ... and buy a video game ! but how can you find the best ?!
    you have many factors to find the best . story , graphics , gameplay , musics , sounds , multiplayer , hype (!) ...
    let's talk about story ! it's not like HALO ! so you'll not face a large amount of informations in 2 hours and say Wow it's epic !
    it's not like BF3 that put you in the story that you've seen it 1000 time before !
    it's Modern Warfare so you'll see real places , real people , real politics and of course real characters ! the plot is the same as Modern Warfare 1 and 2 but the difference is Revelations and characters endings .
    let's talk about gameplay ! just like MW1 & MW2 gameplay is where this game beat its rival . fast action gameplay that increase adrenaline alongside with cinematic scenes will satisfy you of spending 60 $ for this game !
    sounds and musics are brilliant and i can't say anything bad about them !
    graphics are good enough for a 2011 released game and have many improvements from Modern Warfare 2 and 60fps is where this game is beat its rival in graphics (on consoles) .
    multiplayer is the best in series so you can finish the story mode in 5 hours and go for multiplayer ! but you have my word , you can't finish multiplayer even in 500 hours ! it's Call Of Duty ! there is no need to say every part is at it's best like maps , perks , modes , weapon customize ...
    at last i can say there are many games out there but there are a few perfect games so don't spend 60 $ for the first game you'll see in the markets !
    Modern Warfare 3 is the best FPS in 2011 , no doubt . but i think it's the best FPS ever !    … Expand
  20. KcCyGaming
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    I dont care what anyone else says. The thing that i look forward to when i get home is playing mw3.
    I cant believe people are saying its the same. Sooo much better than mw2 (no more commando, noobtubes, last stand) Had so much fun playing mw3. Haters gonna hate but ill still play.
  21. Alarikun
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    I don't quite get why so many people are rating this game with a 0. Very few games in my book deserve the rating as low as 0, and those are generally games that would be considered completely unplayable, due to glitches, or just being that much not-fun. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is certainty not among those. It is, simply put, a Call of Duty game. It is a step up from ModernI don't quite get why so many people are rating this game with a 0. Very few games in my book deserve the rating as low as 0, and those are generally games that would be considered completely unplayable, due to glitches, or just being that much not-fun. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is certainty not among those. It is, simply put, a Call of Duty game. It is a step up from Modern Warfare 2 EASILY, and a step up from Black Ops in many ways. The Single-Player Campaign is a conclusion to the Modern Warfare Series, and is quite satisfying all things considered. It's a First Person Shooter, and I got what I wanted out of it.

    The Multiplayer is where many people seem to have a debate. I found it to be of high quality, if quite similar to Modern Warfare 2. It 'IS' infact a Call of Duty game, so it is understandable that it would follow the same formula as the previous ones. It added a few new features, and some new game modes, as well as a new coat of paint.

    All-in-all, I do not feel cheated. I do not believe that it is "Modern Warfare 2.5." I believe that it is MW3, and that it is a fun game, and worth picking up to anyone who enjoyed Modern Warfare 2.    … Expand
  22. simguy97
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    Great game, specially the survival mode. The multiplayer its fun too, but some weapons are over powered and it gets sometimes frustating. If you´re looking for playability, this game is for you :)
  23. CiONE
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    I'm going to be quite honest, I refused to buy the game for a few days but was ultimately convinced by my friends that Call of Duty has finally developed a entry into the series worth my time since CoD4. It maybe not be the greatest shooter ever and it really hasn't changed the game play at all but it has improved little things such as hit detection, balance of weapons and kill streaks andI'm going to be quite honest, I refused to buy the game for a few days but was ultimately convinced by my friends that Call of Duty has finally developed a entry into the series worth my time since CoD4. It maybe not be the greatest shooter ever and it really hasn't changed the game play at all but it has improved little things such as hit detection, balance of weapons and kill streaks and has even attempted to add totally new game mode types. The menu set up is clean and user friendly which is great considering Black Ops' was a mess. The story mode is also rewarding to those who actually paid attention to the earlier modern warfare games, and it flows together unlike MW2's story. I smell trolls with these overly poor ratings and its sad that people waste time doing this, I registered just to write this review.… Expand
  24. Timebomb
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    If you are looking for a refined fast paced FPS, then look no further. Call of Duty MW3 offers a stunning campaign and a load of other features such as multiplayer to keep you entertained.

    Although the developers choose to use similar technology to the last game, it delivers a virtually bug free experience with loads of content that still looks very good compared to many other games. The    If you are looking for a refined fast paced FPS, then look no further. Call of Duty MW3 offers a stunning campaign and a load of other features such as multiplayer to keep you entertained.

    Although the developers choose to use similar technology to the last game, it delivers a virtually bug free experience with loads of content that still looks very good compared to many other games.

    The game offers a lot of content: A full fledged campaign, two Spec Ops mode variations and the famous multiplayer mode. The campaign is quite brief lasting only 6-7 hours, but the other two modes offer a great amount of replay value. The Spec Ops mission mode is a great amount of fun, especially with two people working together. There is also the Spec Ops survival mode, where you work with another player (or by yourself) to survive as long as possible to get high scores until the enemies eventually over power you.

    Last but not least there is the multiplayer mode, which can easily give you up to 100+ hours of game play. The game play is similar to previous installments but offers a variety of different tools at your disposal to change up your strategies. The most significant change is the revamped killstreak system: The strike packages. There are three different kinds and each work differently, so you have a better chance of setting yourself up with killstreaks that suit you the most. You can get your killstreaks by completing objectives, destroying enemy killstreaks, or just going around killing opponents. The map design is very different from previous installments, meaning you must change your strategies a bit to be more successful.

    Overall, this game is about as good as the series could possibly get at this point. The gameplay may be very similar, but it is nearly perfected. I would highly recommend this game; even if you are a seasoned veteran or a new player. A NOTE TO POTENTIAL BUYERS: Understand this game has been under fire from a variety of different internet users, therefore the game has been falsely rated. Take caution while reading user reviews as a majority of them are filled with false information with the sole purpose of taking the user score down.    … Expand
  25. Baresco
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    bon jeu un boulet dommage trop de camper comme d'hab mais le plaisir est la sa reste un bon jeu arcade ! vive cod c'est le best y'a pas de concurence niveau gameplay les graphisme sont a revoir mais le plaisir du jeu est la !
  26. gearghost
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    excellent polished game. one of the few games that makes u sweat when playing. amazing single player campaign , huuuuge set pieces that will make movie fans cry.(it's short but it's QUALITY time)
    spec ops are amazingly fun.
    the engine does not look outdated the devs did their tricks it looks stunning and running at 60 fps on console. im not a multiplayer fan and i dont play online so this    excellent polished game. one of the few games that makes u sweat when playing. amazing single player campaign , huuuuge set pieces that will make movie fans cry.(it's short but it's QUALITY time)
    spec ops are amazingly fun.
    the engine does not look outdated the devs did their tricks it looks stunning and running at 60 fps on console.
    im not a multiplayer fan and i dont play online so this review and my score is based on the single player experience.
    im not a    … Expand
  27. panicattack
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    I love this game. I bought Battlefield 3 and Modern Warfare 3 and found this to be the better game. Battlefield 3 just didnt keep me wanting to play more were as Modern Warfare 3 did. I have just spent the afternoon with my brother playing co-op and we both love it. Thank you Infinity Ward / Sledgehammer / Activision.
  28. bxplosiv
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    excellent work of Infinity Ward and sledgehammer, even without changing the graphics engine to take full advantage of the franchise, offering new hope things continue like this, if they can without touching the engine, certainly in the next generation of consoles, we jaw-dropping
  29. Micka0702
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    it's a great game with a solo multiplayer magnifique.Le lot like call of duty modern warfare 2 mulijoueur but still very good and the survival mode is excellent. I recommend this game to anyone who loves the call of duty
  30. Jasper611
    Nov 20, 2011
    8
    First of all, I don't understand why almost everybody gives MW3 a 0 here at Metacritic... I mean come on... The singleplayer is indeed pretty short, 5 hours on regular difficulty. But the story was really good! It was a really good slot for the Modern Warfare series and I loved almost every moment. Ok, sometimes it had a few boring moments but there were also a lot of action andFirst of all, I don't understand why almost everybody gives MW3 a 0 here at Metacritic... I mean come on... The singleplayer is indeed pretty short, 5 hours on regular difficulty. But the story was really good! It was a really good slot for the Modern Warfare series and I loved almost every moment. Ok, sometimes it had a few boring moments but there were also a lot of action and "OMFG"-moments. The Spec Ops - Mission mode is almost the same as the one from MW2 but only with new missions. But Spec Ops - Survival mode is really brilliant! I had a lot of fun playing it and it will really make me come back for more. Then the multiplayer, although it's almost the same multiplayer as MW2, the multiplayer isn't bad like everyone says. Infinity Ward has put a lot of cool new innovations in the MP like the weapon level-up, new multiplayer modes (i love Team Deathmatch - Kill Confirmed) and so much more. Ok, so the game isn't a lot different as Modern Warfare 2, but so what, everyone loved Modern Warfare 2? Why than hate Modern Warfare 3? Although it's maybe a little bit like a MW2.5, I still loved the game, and I will keep playing MW3 for quiet a while.… Expand
  31. Yanngc33
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    It's easy to say that MW3 isn't as big of a leap that MW2 made but why change a winning formula? This game is pretty ok, it has loads of explosions and at one point, you shoot some dudes, which is always fun. Also, there's this multiplayer mode, it's pretty great as well.
  32. wdstrick31487
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Yeah it may be more of the same, but that isn't a bad thing. It certainly doesn't make it a BAD game. It still is the go-to FPS. Even if madden doesn't change much every year - it still is the most enjoyable sports game. Same idea. So even if you are disappointed that MW3 isn't "the most amazing FPS ever made", it doesn't have to be to be enjoyable. The low user score is more a function ofYeah it may be more of the same, but that isn't a bad thing. It certainly doesn't make it a BAD game. It still is the go-to FPS. Even if madden doesn't change much every year - it still is the most enjoyable sports game. Same idea. So even if you are disappointed that MW3 isn't "the most amazing FPS ever made", it doesn't have to be to be enjoyable. The low user score is more a function of immature people overreacting and/or thinking that it makes them "cool" to hate on MW.… Expand
  33. Fragus97
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Yes I love all the fan boys who evaluate to 0 in a game that never played.Immediately tell you that I'm not a fan of Call of Duty series but I'm not anti-fan of Battlefield. That is why you objected to a change in attitude to the game and the series in general and evaluation in terms of game graphics that give Battlefield 3, but in terms of the total.… Expand
  34. powermandan
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Like a lot of people have said its basically just a reskinned MW2, single player mode is enjoyable but at the same time the story line is silly. Multiplayer is a joke, full of bugs, almost impossible to get a game if there are 4+ in your party. Lag appears to be issue even if you have indicated good latency. When you watch the kill cams it will neglect to show the entire magazine youLike a lot of people have said its basically just a reskinned MW2, single player mode is enjoyable but at the same time the story line is silly. Multiplayer is a joke, full of bugs, almost impossible to get a game if there are 4+ in your party. Lag appears to be issue even if you have indicated good latency. When you watch the kill cams it will neglect to show the entire magazine you emtied into your opponents head and just show them popping you a couple of times in the head.

    Its a shame they cant just port the maps to Black Ops, at least that ran well and the multiplayer seemed fair.    … Expand
  35. NathanB
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Really don't know why people are slating this game because its similar to MW2. Of course it is, it's a COD game. If you were that stupid to realise that before you bought it, you deserve to waste your money. MW3 is a good game in itself regardless of whether its 'just like MW2'!!

    ....and you know what, all you lot **** about it, you'll still all play it all year! What does that tell you?
  36. Nismo1427
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    For those of you BF fan boys complaining about MW3 take a step back and look at BF. MW was way less of a disappointment than BF was. The campaign in BF is terrible, not so in MW. As for the multiplayer IW revamped it. BF multiplayer is the almost exactly the same as BFBC2! The only difference are the jets and you can go prone! I like both games but I think it's ridiculous peopleFor those of you BF fan boys complaining about MW3 take a step back and look at BF. MW was way less of a disappointment than BF was. The campaign in BF is terrible, not so in MW. As for the multiplayer IW revamped it. BF multiplayer is the almost exactly the same as BFBC2! The only difference are the jets and you can go prone! I like both games but I think it's ridiculous people giving a good game a terrible score just because your pissed that BF didn't sell as much or that professional game journalists thought MW turned out better than BF3's expectations. Why can't people just realize there is room in the industry for both!!… Expand
  37. e11eventoes
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    It's definitely another call of duty game, but not in a bad sense. It's packed with alot of content and a some new features. You'll be able to plow through the high action campaign in about 4-5 hours and continue on with hours on hours of gaming goodness from multiplayer to the new spec ops mode featuring survial (which is pretty damn aweseome with its own leveling system!) fan or not,It's definitely another call of duty game, but not in a bad sense. It's packed with alot of content and a some new features. You'll be able to plow through the high action campaign in about 4-5 hours and continue on with hours on hours of gaming goodness from multiplayer to the new spec ops mode featuring survial (which is pretty damn aweseome with its own leveling system!) fan or not, it's definitely got enough features well worth the 60 bucks.… Expand
  38. Zoinkx
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    I have been playing this game since it came out,
    I love how the guns are so balanced compared to MW2,
    it's not just a DLC to MW2, the feeling of the game is totally different,
    my guess for so many negative ratings is because all those kids can't afford it,
    so they build up rage to the game, wich is unfair for those awesome people who
    make us games every year, 10/10!
  39. Xarly182
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    0, 0, 5, 0, 0, shut up, simply this is the best game! 10! Sigue siendo el mejor, sin duda, si, tiene continuidad pero no de de sorprender y el multijugador nunca cansa, los que querais algo diferente compraros Battlefield y dejar de puntuar mal a MW3 cabronazos!
  40. tsibs7
    Nov 15, 2011
    9
    Great game. Fun single player campaign and even better multiplayer options. I was a huge fan of MW2 and this just continues and adds on to that great game. One of the reasons I like it so much is BECAUSE it's so much like it's predecessors. I know that they will add on some bigger and better maps in the DLC and I'm looking forward to those. I hope they bring back a few of the favoritesGreat game. Fun single player campaign and even better multiplayer options. I was a huge fan of MW2 and this just continues and adds on to that great game. One of the reasons I like it so much is BECAUSE it's so much like it's predecessors. I know that they will add on some bigger and better maps in the DLC and I'm looking forward to those. I hope they bring back a few of the favorites from the first two games. I think those of you out there giving the game a 1 or 0 are just plain haters. I haven't played BF3 so I'm not going to judge it yet. All I know is that this game is legit and the sales numbers reflect it. If you like the MW series so far you won't be disappointed and I think noobs will really enjoy it to.… Expand
  41. jackmcready
    Nov 18, 2011
    8
    I honestly thought I wouldn't be getting this years iteration. Even though I played MW2 a lot and BO quite a bit (over the summer, when I realized the game had been fixed and then we got more zombie maps), I was getting fed up with CoD. I particular by ridiculous kill streaks, over powered weapons and bad campaigns. However, after hearing good things I decided to give it a try and I wasI honestly thought I wouldn't be getting this years iteration. Even though I played MW2 a lot and BO quite a bit (over the summer, when I realized the game had been fixed and then we got more zombie maps), I was getting fed up with CoD. I particular by ridiculous kill streaks, over powered weapons and bad campaigns. However, after hearing good things I decided to give it a try and I was pleasantly surprised. Sure it looks old and a lot (and I mean A LOT) is simply recycled material frÃ¥n MW and MW2 (whole buildings and environments) but I do like it. It actually creates a feeling of nostalgia, and they've managed to bring out a lot of the best of the two previous MW iterations. I consider CoD4 to be the best FPS I've ever played regarding both campaign and multi player, and this recalls some of the memories. MW3 doesn't reach the same heights - too much is recycled and you can never top the original without being original yourself - but this is what MW2 should have been like. And the quick pace, quick weapon reaction that has been CoD:s trademark is still impact. The story is fast paced and we get an end to the cheesy WWIII scenario. Nothing too deep. But it executes well where you feel the interaction most of the time. On veteran it's not as challenging as for example Black Ops. As a matter of fact it's rather easy. The infinite re-spawn isn't as ridiculous. But still, the few spots where you have to man for example a machine gun and get hide nor drop it as hordes of enemies storm towards you, can still be frustrating. And from time to time you get pushed around by your stupid allies (who wont recognize an enemy standing next to them), run in to a few invisible walls and are being re-spawned in cross-fire that kills you before you even get a chance to prone. The pointless collection of intel is of course also still there (would be so hard to let us get for example a new perk, weapon or such for it?). The multi player has improved and thanks to a new perk system is more versatile. The new (yet copied from other games) "Kill confirmed" adds a new dimension. Some of the maps remind me of (and are most probably recycled from) old MW and MW2 maps. Which is a good thing, because most maps are actually quite good with some nice variation. They don't feel as similar as the did on MW2 most of the times and not as anonymous and dull as Black Ops was most of the time. Not to forget special ops, with the new Survival mode. Best played with two players, it feels like something that will last for some time. There are some 16 or 20 maps and they can offer quite some resistance at veteran. All in all a good game. Major flaws are the outdated graphics, yet another rather short campaign (though mostly well executed) and the fact that nothing much is new. Even though you recycle a lot of good old stuff, when creating a new game there should be more innovation present. But I will most likely be playing this a lot the coming year or two.… Expand
  42. foofighter123
    Nov 29, 2011
    9
    As a huge COD fan from the get go, I of course can't get enough of this game and while not even as close to as good as the original modern warfare or black ops it's still one of the more enjoyable COD games out their. The campaign may have a terrible story and forgettable characters(besides Price), but by this point it's to be expected from an infinity ward COD and that doesn't matterAs a huge COD fan from the get go, I of course can't get enough of this game and while not even as close to as good as the original modern warfare or black ops it's still one of the more enjoyable COD games out their. The campaign may have a terrible story and forgettable characters(besides Price), but by this point it's to be expected from an infinity ward COD and that doesn't matter because the crazy setpieces are the main draw of the campaign. The multiplayer is no longer unbalanced like in mw2 and i actually like some of the maps in this one. Spec Ops is also good, but i don't play COD games for the coop because its all about competitive for me which is still so addicting i could end up playing it for hours. Sure a lot of it isn't new and if you look closely find certain parts of a map theat are completely copied and pasted from the other mw's with different coloring,but still by this point in the COD franchise you should pretty much know what your in for. So if you never liked COD before then you won't like it now so quit your **** and go back to battlefield,but for everyone else its just more awesome for you to enjoy before the next one hits.… Expand
  43. Gfox
    Nov 20, 2011
    8
    I enjoyed the conclusion to the MW story arc. The set pieces along the way were fun and jaw dropping at times & the ideas were good. Having said that the story was too short, the game engine had little to no improvements and the gun fights were bland and predictable. The games main saving grace is the spec ops mode and the online mode. The online maps are varied and balanced with only aI enjoyed the conclusion to the MW story arc. The set pieces along the way were fun and jaw dropping at times & the ideas were good. Having said that the story was too short, the game engine had little to no improvements and the gun fights were bland and predictable. The games main saving grace is the spec ops mode and the online mode. The online maps are varied and balanced with only a few that I detest playing, mainly because I find them too open. Is the main story worth the full retail price? No, it's not, but the spec ops and multiplayer modes are! You will get your money's worth out of these modes. I just hope in the next instalment they refine the game engine and try some new ideas rather than sticking with the same formula.… Expand
  44. RJ_Crooks
    Nov 20, 2011
    8
    solid game. The story although short was enjoyable and for those who have played the previous MW story modes will get a certain amount of enjoyment ouf of the ending. The online play is very similar to that of MW2 which is not a bad thing. There are some issues with frame rate and lagging servers, but overall fans of the MW series will certainly overlook the bugs that plague this and eversolid game. The story although short was enjoyable and for those who have played the previous MW story modes will get a certain amount of enjoyment ouf of the ending. The online play is very similar to that of MW2 which is not a bad thing. There are some issues with frame rate and lagging servers, but overall fans of the MW series will certainly overlook the bugs that plague this and ever other MMO game on the market.… Expand
  45. mistaeK
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    This probably has the best iteration of multiplayer in terms of ideas for balance in the Call of Duty franchise. The single player isn't quite as exciting as MW2 but that is largely because we are coming to a point where there isn't much they can do to surprise us anymore. I would be happy if they used the Elite service to just keep releasing map packs for the next two years to give themThis probably has the best iteration of multiplayer in terms of ideas for balance in the Call of Duty franchise. The single player isn't quite as exciting as MW2 but that is largely because we are coming to a point where there isn't much they can do to surprise us anymore. I would be happy if they used the Elite service to just keep releasing map packs for the next two years to give them more development time, especially if they continued to tweak the game itself to fix any bugs that are found. My main actual problem with this game is the lack of an install for the PS3. Allowing an install would greatly help with the occasional framerate drops that happen, and just introduce more of an overall smoothness. Thankfully the drops are extremely rare so it doesn't typically affect the gameplay experience. My other problem has to do with the map design for *some* of the maps. Even in objective based gametypes, some maps feature nothing but spawning in front of enemies simply because of how tight and windy they are. There are no "safe zones." I also feel that the maps could have used a bit more vertical gameplay, but apparently that was a design decision to make playing on consoles easier. To me, that is deplorable. There are many other factors in multiplayer that could be tweaked to provide a more fair experience, and yet they probably picked the worst way to change it. Adding the Support killstreak package and allowing objectives count toward them was good enough on its own, in my opinion.

    Still, these setbacks can't stop people from playing the addictive multiplayer. It is still the best shooter in terms of soldier vs soldier. If you want vehicles, get Battlefield. If you want to just shoot someone in the face, this is still the best series. To me, that is largely a reflection of how far behind most other game developers are when such a diluted market still has only one real choice for FPS multiplayer.    … Expand
  46. chipe
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    This game Epically Pwns! Yeah!!!!! It's like MW2 and BLACK Ops mixed together, but the maps are more realistic (but still really fun and fast paced). Lots of good guns. Average singleplayer but the multiplayer is addicting as crack. Cod MW3 For The Win.
  47. bkreative
    Nov 21, 2011
    9
    Multiplayer:

    Its the same formula as previous iterations but this game works better than its predecessors. The graphics are on par if not better than recent games. The sound quality seems a bit lacking in variety. Overall it doesn't hamper the gameplay but it doesn't enhance it either. There is a great variety of weapons as you would expect from a Call of Duty game. The way you level    Multiplayer:

    Its the same formula as previous iterations but this game works better than its predecessors. The graphics are on par if not better than recent games. The sound quality seems a bit lacking in variety. Overall it doesn't hamper the gameplay but it doesn't enhance it either. There is a great variety of weapons as you would expect from a Call of Duty game. The way you level your weapons up works similarly to Borderlands. You spend time using a weapon which unlocks proficiencies that improve your weapons performance. There are 16 maps. They seem fairly predictable and conservative in layout. The maps direct the action appropriately while avoiding confusion and cluster. The art direction of the maps make it feel like there is good variety and that I am not playing the same map all the time. The kill streaks have been overhauled to balance the gameplay and allow you to tailor a play style that is very unique to you. You can play an offensive role, supportive, or more of a lone wolf role. The engine the game is running on is showing its age, but the gameplay is still as addicting as ever. Its nothing overly innovative but its a nicely refined title in the series.    … Expand
  48. alfiewits
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    I think that this game is a great. I think that it is definatly better than black ops and also mw3. I dont understand why the game is getting so much hate. Realistically how much can you really change in the multiplayer? Not a lot. I also think that the campaign is an upgrade to the previous call of duty games because it is the first campaign that I have actually completed.
  49. ReisAntonio
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    There are people who consider Call of Duty MW3 a bad game and i would like to know why it has good quality graphics it has magnificent Campaign and a powerful Special Ops but its Multiplayer function has nothing to do with this of course its much better. From my point of view as gamer and from lots of other PS3 MW3 gamers the Online mode is spectacular the Killstreaks: Assault, Support andThere are people who consider Call of Duty MW3 a bad game and i would like to know why it has good quality graphics it has magnificent Campaign and a powerful Special Ops but its Multiplayer function has nothing to do with this of course its much better. From my point of view as gamer and from lots of other PS3 MW3 gamers the Online mode is spectacular the Killstreaks: Assault, Support and Specialist are very power full and i´m not going to comment on the beast "Juggernaut". Its maps are beautiful many players might prefer DOME as it´s the new NUKETOWN there other great maps such as "HardHat, Arkaden and Seatown" but these are only several names of the 16 maps this game has to offer. Also you might consider this game as a "WannaBe" BattleField 3 but it has nothing to do with i know lots of you consider BF3 has better graphics but that is a false statement because MW3 has very good graphics that are even better than BF3, there has also been a big dispute between which game sold more, within 24 hours of going on sale, the game sold 6.5 million copies in the US and UK alone and grossed $400 million, making it the biggest entertainment launch of all time and those are some of the reasons why Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 has been the best FPS in the history of FPS

    This review was created by TitaniusSteel MW3 gamer on the PS3    … Expand
  50. WSMcCready
    Nov 22, 2011
    8
    MW3 is a very good game, very good indeed. I couldn't call myself an expert on this generation of games, owing to the fact I have only just come back in to gaming, though COD has been a regular game for nights with friends with 360s and PS3s, so have some experience of these games.
    MW3, despite being very accomplished, and indeed a great deal of fun, nonetheless seems to be lacking in    MW3 is a very good game, very good indeed. I couldn't call myself an expert on this generation of games, owing to the fact I have only just come back in to gaming, though COD has been a regular game for nights with friends with 360s and PS3s, so have some experience of these games.
    MW3, despite being very accomplished, and indeed a great deal of fun, nonetheless seems to be lacking in distinct features over previous iterations of COD. As such, I feel 8 to be a fair score, it's still a marvelous package for the price, the one player may not be to my exact tastes, but the hours you can pass online certainly make up for this.
    A few issues would relate to this said multiplayer experience. While I love that they have introduced a less one track focus for streaks and bonuses in the online games (support, assault etc), there still remain some issues.
    Primarily for someone like myself, the lack of a buffer from the seriously good players out there when you first boot up the game can be very frustrating. You feel as though your experience of death, respawn, death respawn is never ending at times. Equally, added to this can be the occasionally ridiculous levels of killstreak bonuses people pick up. To have to think carefully about one attack helicopter can provide a refreshing amount of strategic thought to a match... to have tons of things in the air shooting and bombarding the hell out of you you as you spawn provides a sort of random anarchy that makes you feel no matter your skill you are going to perish at this point in the game.
    Anyway, to end on a more positive note. Undoubtedly a very good game indeed, for both fans of the series, and to those looking to either delve in to marathon online sessions or just dip in and out. Not the freshest game out there given it doesn't move mountains to evolve after COD: BO, but probably more an indictment of how good this series has been at providing a slightly arcadey FPS experience for the past few years.    … Expand
  51. LuckyJ
    Dec 8, 2011
    9
    Firstly, a sequel is supposed to be similar in gameplay in each iteration, CoD does this, as does, assassins creed, battlefield, dead rising, left 4 dead, halo games, racing games, fighting games, the Batman: Arkham games, fallout 3 & NV, Uncharted, etc so stop getting on CoDs case for doing this! A sequel is supposed to be little tweaks, new story, new maps / areas and maybe a new mode.Firstly, a sequel is supposed to be similar in gameplay in each iteration, CoD does this, as does, assassins creed, battlefield, dead rising, left 4 dead, halo games, racing games, fighting games, the Batman: Arkham games, fallout 3 & NV, Uncharted, etc so stop getting on CoDs case for doing this! A sequel is supposed to be little tweaks, new story, new maps / areas and maybe a new mode. All of the above series do that, yet CoD gets the crap. It is a completely baseless argument! So stop just giving 0's, 1's and 2's because you haven't played it and THINK it is a map pack because it is not. Beside at least it isn't trying to milk you with online passes. I am by no means a super CoD lover or a Battlefield hater, I respect both, I just think what is being done here is a horrible injustice

    Now down to the actual review. First off, the story. The story / campaign is actually the best so far, it doesn't try to make you a superhero who takes down an army, it is believable and challenging too, you are constantly feeling the pressure and unlike previous games the fighting style isn't stand in an area, kill, move on, stand in an area, kill, move on, it is fast moving, well paced and very fluid. It always elevates that WW3 feeling with a constant sense of dread and hopefulness, but at the same time it feels like you are running and keep on moving so that there is a chance to make it out of this war. The areas you go to in the game are all incredibly varied, so if it is 'just a map pack' then the campaign 'maps' are pretty damn good. The campaign took me 5h 54m on normal difficulty and it was the least convoluted, easy to follow and solid plot in the series so far. As far as the characters go, I am impressed. They are moving away from the silent type of character that is just a camera, hands and a gun that I hate. Yuri is a very interesting, specifically when you find out about his past towards the end of the game, character to play as and Soap and Price who you work with as Yuri are both very true to their characters in past iterations. The random soldiers that you play as in every game, are good in this one. They were the first ones I really actually cared about and liked playing as. Even if I did not like the specific soldier you play as who (***SEMI SPOILER does not get any real closure in the story SPOILER OVER***) but Sandman the leader is interesting and believable. You also play as a few characters for other levels which is decent as it puts you in an unexpected point of view sometimes. The series concludes very well and is the best campaign yet. 8.5/10 on the Campaign

    The multiplayer is yes, still aim down your sight and shoot, and run and knife and killstreak and grenade and flash bang. But this game has the most (and highest quality) maps in any CoD game so far, the killstreaks are no longer unbalanced like the chopper gunner and the hind or the nuke and the new system of them going under 3 categories (Assault, Support and Specialist) is very good and innovative, while you may not spend much time deciding between Assault and support, you will when choosing between those and specialist which allows you every 2 kills to get an additional perk which is certainly very handy. The guns are great, you always have at least 5 options, 8+ for some, in the different gun classes. They are all balanced and you will usually find one or two in each gun type that you want, and the weapon leveling system whereby you level it by using it rather then needing to complete annoying challenges or buy it like in MW2 or Black ops, is much better. The leveling system itself is the same as it has been, which is a leveling system, you get exp, your bar goes up, you level, but now they actually reward you for prestiging. Lag is nearly non-existent and you will never find a larger and more permanent player base then this, 9/10 for the multiplayer.

    I will quickly touch on the spec ops, it is (for the missions) the same as MW2, a bit more creative though. The survival mode was something I didn't want, I would rather nazi zombies, but it is actually very, very good. There is also matchmaking for both survival and the missions and split screen support which I LOVE. The missions do feel a bit meh sometimes though, 7.5 / 10 for spec ops.

    Overall this game is great. If you want to wait for a price drop, then do, but it is worth giving a chance!

    Score = 8.5+0.5 for split screen support (allows online play with a guest using split screen), great maps and great balancing as well as general easy to play, arcade style gameplay.

    OVERALL = 9/10    … Expand
  52. MrNateWitt
    Jan 22, 2012
    10
    This game is awesome. I love it so much. I play this game everyday and it's awesome and ya so go buy it its really awesome so go buy it hooray its awesome infinity ward is da bomb
  53. Nrando
    Feb 15, 2012
    10
    This game is a lot better than everyone is saying. People who didn't even play the game just spammed it with 0 reviews because they are spiting it for no reason.
  54. projectahmed
    Apr 8, 2012
    9
    This Game is Fantastic, I love the Survival mode and Single Player Campaign. The Soundtrack for the game is Great and Weapons are also great, The Missions are Fun which takes place in New York, Paris, Russia, Dubai and Hamburg.
  55. Yoruichi
    Apr 9, 2012
    10
    Loved the game! I've noticed that people have been giving it a pretty poor rating. While it does remind you of things you may have player earlier in the game. It is still a very great game, with nice weapons and plenty of suspense. Being a Call Of Duty, Killzone, and Battlefield fan I would have to say I had fun playing it and enjoyed the close combat shooting.
  56. GerritJan1998
    Sep 4, 2013
    10
    I don't know why the hate on this game, for me it was the best COD I ever played and still play.. It was my first Call of Duty and loved it soo much, the DLC in this game was the best DLC ever existed IMO.

    The maps, equipment and weapons and stuff aren't that good balanced but everyone used OP weapons so it wasn't really annoying, although I loved Model 1887 and that weapon was really    I don't know why the hate on this game, for me it was the best COD I ever played and still play.. It was my first Call of Duty and loved it soo much, the DLC in this game was the best DLC ever existed IMO.

    The maps, equipment and weapons and stuff aren't that good balanced but everyone used OP weapons so it wasn't really annoying, although I loved Model 1887 and that weapon was really underpowered. And if you look at the critic reviews you can see that the game is amazing, 88 score is to low IMO, the Negatives are just haters..    … Expand
  57. Spindual
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Its the best at SP, MP, Spec-Ops simply everything. The game may be close to MW2 at graphics but its the best game ever. Best-in-class multiplayer is now more balanced than ever. Also you shouldn't worry about empty servers because it is best selling game ever. It deserves 10.
  58. rylan7
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    This game is gorgeous! Controls are smooth and precise and it is exciting! Unlike BF3 campaign, which i know no one buys these games for single player but it does matter to some people. Very happy with it.
  59. skoorydook
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    Come on folks this game aint a 0 dont get me wrong it aint a 10 or 100 percent either for me an 8 seems good thats because i buy fps games for online play and online i simply prefer bf which gets a 9 for me but anyway mw3 does have s pretty good if shallow campaign which is worth at least a rent to sample if your like me or if your cod through and through you cant go wrong here
  60. RyanB2804
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    A brilliant game. The multiplayer feels a lot more refined and is in my opinion, better then Call of Duty 4's, the one most people call the best. There isn't much in the way of innovation, and i'd probably give this game an 8 out of 10, but due to the attacks from people I can only assume have some sort of grudge against Call of Duty, i'll give it a 10 on here just to help bump up the user score.
  61. BeduinoPiscina
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Shame! Break down a game ... so just because you're still disappointed by Black Ops!
    it is your fault that the world is falling apart
    Shame!!!!!!
    Shame!!!!!!
    Shame!!!!!!
    Shame!!!!!!
    Shame!!!!!!
  62. narutogameking
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Modern Warfare 3 is the best in the series. If you played MW2 you will love MW3. The first thing you notice when you play is that there's a lot more ways to play the game. If you're not the type to get a bunch of kills in a row then the Support Package is for you. Your "streak" doesn't reset when you die. All of you other Pro COD players will probably stick to Assault Package since itsModern Warfare 3 is the best in the series. If you played MW2 you will love MW3. The first thing you notice when you play is that there's a lot more ways to play the game. If you're not the type to get a bunch of kills in a row then the Support Package is for you. Your "streak" doesn't reset when you die. All of you other Pro COD players will probably stick to Assault Package since its similar to what you're used to. Once you hit level 20 you can pick the Specialist Strike Package. This has no killstreaks. Instead the more kills you get,the more perks you get. I recommend this for only the most expert of players. This package has no deathstreaks so making a comeback will be especially difficult. There are 2 new modes in the game that are really cool. Kill Confirmed is basically Team Deathmatch but you have to pick up these dogtags to confirm the kills. You can also pick up your own dog tag and deny the other teams kills. Team Defender is a fun twist on Capture the Flag. In Team defender the objective is to play keep away with the flag. The longer you have it the more points you get. If you play with your friends and have a strategy you will have a good chance of dominating.… Expand
  63. KaOrLe_PL
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Good....Good...Let the butthurt flow through you. Seriously fan girls, whats wrong with you? Its not battlefield so it sucks. Same can be said the other way around.
  64. xuzhu
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    As expected, perfect! Best server stabilty yet since modern warfare set the standard. Fast paced, fluid gamefliw, looks great! new maps this year and game modes are full of win.
  65. zocker
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    what a great sequel. 3 parts as one block. this game is good e-sport. and the spec ops
    koop-missions are a big fun. I like the comic style of the game. it's rapid
    and fluid.
  66. Yazah
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    On it's own, it is a very solid game that is very well made. The downside is that it is very similar to past games in the series which are also very solid and very well made.

    So does MW3 add a lot to the series? No. There's some nice new perks and mechanics, as well as a continuation of the story, but overall it's very much the same. So for new players or big fans, this is pinnacle of    On it's own, it is a very solid game that is very well made. The downside is that it is very similar to past games in the series which are also very solid and very well made.

    So does MW3 add a lot to the series? No. There's some nice new perks and mechanics, as well as a continuation of the story, but overall it's very much the same.

    So for new players or big fans, this is pinnacle of the Call of Duty franchise. But honestly, it's set only slightly higher than the rest of the series.    … Expand
  67. decoyrhino
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    A great entry in the series which is truly the gold standard for modern war shooters, don't let the bitter nerds fool you. It is basically the same formula but this is a formula that is near perfect and did not need any major revision as it was already a finely tuned machine. There is a huge amount of content here and it is all fun and engaging.
  68. WXZO
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    The Best Multiplayer ever, its a great game and has an awesome campaign. Yes it look a lot like MW2 but the maps are totally different, much bigger and a more rich experience. Better weapons, graphics and kill streaks. You can level up your weapons, you now have support, assault or specialist kill streak. The sound is more richer and even though it a lot like MW2 it makes you feel likeThe Best Multiplayer ever, its a great game and has an awesome campaign. Yes it look a lot like MW2 but the maps are totally different, much bigger and a more rich experience. Better weapons, graphics and kill streaks. You can level up your weapons, you now have support, assault or specialist kill streak. The sound is more richer and even though it a lot like MW2 it makes you feel like its a whole new experience. CoD MW3 it the most complete First Person Shooter to date.… Expand
  69. Stupu311
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    It's an amazing game I dunno why all the haters are in here but 99% of people at my skool love this game to death so I don't **** know maybe battlefield is doing it maybe some hacker is doing it....I really don't care cuz this game is amazing
  70. sgtboydo
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I don't get all the negative user reviews. Is every employee at EA required to log in and trash this game before going home for the weekend?
    I am more interested in the Campaign's story with these games than with Multiplayer - so based on that, this game was worth the price. AND I will gladly spend another $60 on the next game in the series. I like the new formula seen in this trilogy and    I don't get all the negative user reviews. Is every employee at EA required to log in and trash this game before going home for the weekend?
    I am more interested in the Campaign's story with these games than with Multiplayer - so based on that, this game was worth the price. AND I will gladly spend another $60 on the next game in the series. I like the new formula seen in this trilogy and Black Ops with compelling story and great/crazy level design. I hope they keep doing it, and pray these idiots (bad reviewers) don't screw it up.
    Story-wise, MW3 finishes out the trilogy well enough. I didn't find the story as epic as MW2 (D.C. and White House), but MW3 did have improved graphics and some great level design (Paris). In MW3, the graphics are better and I don't know how else to explain it, but shooting felt heavier, or grittier.
    MW3 does feel like MW2, and it's supposed to. I think a lot of peoples problem with the game is actually that they have finished out the major story line. In MW1 & 2 they were setting up a great story with twists and WTF-moments, but in MW3 they chose to tie up loose ends and end the trilogy. So MW3 doesn't have the cliff hanger ending of MW1 & 2. So what. Just give me a new trilogy (MW 4,5,6) and a Black Ops 2 or spin off.    … Expand
  71. toxocara995
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    its call of duty...'nuff said bro!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  72. NakidHoboe
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    The game is a nice change from Black Ops, has many great features returning from Modern Warfare 2 and Modern Warfare 2 is by far the best iteration of the game. Many people do not give this game any respect due to the layoffs and the whole Infinity Ward drama, get over it this is a solid entry and its a good game.
  73. UCIAMYY4U
    Nov 20, 2011
    10
    Do NOT get take into account all the BF3 fan boys trying to sabotage COD's best game yet. I can assure you 99% of people that gave low reviews have not even played the game. It is a the absolute best shooter till date. It is not just MW2 with new maps which is what i was worrying about, its a new game game with a lot to offer. It seems that everything from perks and killstreaks to visualsDo NOT get take into account all the BF3 fan boys trying to sabotage COD's best game yet. I can assure you 99% of people that gave low reviews have not even played the game. It is a the absolute best shooter till date. It is not just MW2 with new maps which is what i was worrying about, its a new game game with a lot to offer. It seems that everything from perks and killstreaks to visuals and sounds have been revamped. Great game from great developers and great distributors. Well done.… Expand
  74. SnowdriftK9
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Looking at some of these reviews, I have to wonder how many of them are from people who are just hating the game on principal and haven't even played the game. Single player storyline is great, picking up right where Modern Warfare 2 left off, co-op is a blast, especially with the ability to do matchmaking, but for those of you out there who live alone in your mom's basement with noLooking at some of these reviews, I have to wonder how many of them are from people who are just hating the game on principal and haven't even played the game. Single player storyline is great, picking up right where Modern Warfare 2 left off, co-op is a blast, especially with the ability to do matchmaking, but for those of you out there who live alone in your mom's basement with no friends, you can go at it solo, and multiplayer has done nothing but impress me with the new maps and the re-worked strike package system.

    You should know ahead of time if you'd want to play this game or not, since it is a Modern Warfare game, and if you spent sixty dollars and were unhappy, its your own fault. You knew what you were getting ahead of time.    … Expand
  75. Luucas14
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    There is a lot of Battlefield 3 fanboys here, the game is great, with a huge online community and a solid multiplayer. I don't have so much fun since Modern Warfare 2 was released. The multiplayer of the year go to Modern Warfare 3. Buy and have fun!
  76. dungusfibbus
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Friends if you pick up Modern Warfare 3 for the story, or any Modern Warfare for the story, you will be sorely disappointed. The reason this game is great is because of the depth of the multiplayer. No other game comes close in terms of FPS multiplayer. You want a story line buy Metal Gear or Mass Effect. You want a competitive fun multiplayer experience by MW3.
  77. Gegrory
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Great game despite the harsh criticisms. The overwhelming amount of negative user reviews just proves how intimidated battlefield fans are by MW3 as the dominate game in the military shooter genre. If you're on the fence about choosing between MW3 and Battlefield 3, it's a close call but MW3 is the better game.
  78. GERblob
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Don't trust the current user generated scores. Its just the battlefield 3 trolls who go around putting up 0s for every cod game they see. This game has sold millions and deserves the attention they get. Although i agree that there were not many revolutionary changes, they did take the time and balance the multiplayer and added new modes. I'm glad they kept the old Call of Duty formulaDon't trust the current user generated scores. Its just the battlefield 3 trolls who go around putting up 0s for every cod game they see. This game has sold millions and deserves the attention they get. Although i agree that there were not many revolutionary changes, they did take the time and balance the multiplayer and added new modes. I'm glad they kept the old Call of Duty formula which makes the game so enjoyable. Not many games last me a year, but the previous call of duties have all done so, and I believe this to do so too. The elite feature is great, even without a membership which is optional, they still include very helpful features that you can use to improve. Nothing more said, modern warfare 3 is definitely worth the price tag and the multiplayer will last you for a long time.… Expand
  79. Giar
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Sure it is more of the same. Sure Not that much has changed. But as I massive fan of mw2 it doesn't mean the game should be deemed a ZERO? If you want a radically different shooter then look to a different franchise ....there are plenty around. Anyway now to my review ( multiplayer only ) . The game feel is pretty good as is the presentation. The weapons somehow dont feel as visceral asSure it is more of the same. Sure Not that much has changed. But as I massive fan of mw2 it doesn't mean the game should be deemed a ZERO? If you want a radically different shooter then look to a different franchise ....there are plenty around. Anyway now to my review ( multiplayer only ) . The game feel is pretty good as is the presentation. The weapons somehow dont feel as visceral as before and the sound isn't as apparent. Maybe this was to tone down sound whoring. Only time will tell. The different packages are good for different players and indeed different game modes. In game modes where death is quick and easy like FFA then support is great as you get to call in UAVS and such with regularity. It is a pain to see UAVS , Choppers and sentry guns flying in far too much but the game has several counter measures. Namely Counter UAV ( duh) or assassin. SAM turrets for those perky choppers as well as EMP grenades for the sentries. This goes along with the obvious counter measures employed in mw2. The game modes currently are far more extensive and feature my all time fave 'mosh pit'. 99% of the players still play TDM for some reason meaning I couldnt find a game in lonely old Taiwan. The weapons feel similar to mw2 and indeed drop people as quick as they would in mw2 (minus SP ) . The UMP so far seems even steadier than mw2 and the m4 is a solid weapon ( resembling the scar in mw2) . I havent yet unlocked all the extras like bouncing betties and claymore but suffice to say Im satisfied with the weaponry. The perks are solid enough and do what they should do . They offer a little help. It doesn't feel like they dominate the game. The levels so far feel a little clustered. There is a lot of tight alleys and some annoying abstacles. One level has a hole in the middle of it and people just kept getting stuck at weird angles. Id like to say there are better levels if you play larger game modes like Ground war or such. Anyway I'd give it an 8.5 if I could as I love it as a new version on mw2 . I can however see why people would be disappointed in its stationary stance on developing the franchise. Overall : Great but not genre shattering!… Expand
  80. ChappyStick
    Nov 15, 2011
    9
    seriously if you think cod 4 is a good game and you think mw3 is to much like it, why are you upset?? i dont think this is too much like mw2 or cod4. im having a really good time on multiplayer because it keeps you playing unlike Black ops. mw3 uses challanges instead of cod points so if you bye "red dot sight" on Black ops you wont feel the same you will if you earned it in mw3. there forseriously if you think cod 4 is a good game and you think mw3 is to much like it, why are you upset?? i dont think this is too much like mw2 or cod4. im having a really good time on multiplayer because it keeps you playing unlike Black ops. mw3 uses challanges instead of cod points so if you bye "red dot sight" on Black ops you wont feel the same you will if you earned it in mw3. there for no sense of achievement. i think it feels great when you unlock a new camo of attachment. a lot better than buying it. an addictive, thrilling and action packed game… Expand
  81. StFriebe
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    It seems silly to me that people would bash this game based solely on its similarity to its predecessors. The reason you were so excited for this game was the fact that the previous iterations were so good! The creators have found a recipe that works, and rather than tearing it down or making large adjustments, they have added to its successful already model. It is similar to the first twoIt seems silly to me that people would bash this game based solely on its similarity to its predecessors. The reason you were so excited for this game was the fact that the previous iterations were so good! The creators have found a recipe that works, and rather than tearing it down or making large adjustments, they have added to its successful already model. It is similar to the first two titles because they would be foolish to ruin a good thing by trying to reinvent the wheel (see: Madden).

    The natural instinct is to compare this game to Battlefield 3 (due to similarity in game and release time) and I will be one to do so positively. My roommate plays Bf3 on the PC, and, it's true, it is an incredibly polished gem. On the PS3, though, it is slow (30fps), occasionally grainy, and the Frostbite 2 does not seem nearly as smart. MW3, on the other hand, is in its wheelhouse on PS3 with quick refresh, better blended high and lowlights, and better perspective in terms of scope. I own both and will play both, but MW3 will get the nod from me.

    I'm reading a lot of reviews that fall prey to failed expectations, not failure to deliver a great game. Rather than whining about it, stop back over by your local GameStop and trade it in for Heavy Rain or Arkham City. You'll end up happier and I won't have to listen to your ill-conceived disappointment on PSN.    … Expand
  82. Fox-Adams
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Most insane trolling ever! Wow! This is interesting to behold. All these people who bought the game on day one and obviously enjoy the COD formula are stupid enough in their anonymity to give the game a 0... which is a score you'd give a game you have zero desire to ever play again. Funny! You guys are losers ;)
  83. MoeYaz
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    I know that modern warfare 3 is pretty much modern warfare 2 with a few tweaks. But there's nothing wrong in that. The downside to this game is that it doesn't feel or look amazing. There's nothing amazing about this game. All aspects of the game, the multiplayer, singleplayer and co-op are all great but don't blow me away. The graphics are the same as MW2 but the game still looks solidI know that modern warfare 3 is pretty much modern warfare 2 with a few tweaks. But there's nothing wrong in that. The downside to this game is that it doesn't feel or look amazing. There's nothing amazing about this game. All aspects of the game, the multiplayer, singleplayer and co-op are all great but don't blow me away. The graphics are the same as MW2 but the game still looks solid and it runs very smoothly with no technical problems. Although this game is an overall better package than Battlefield 3 because all aspects of the game ,apart from the graphics, are great; there is no area of it which is amazing. Battlefield 3 has amazing graphics, sound and multiplayer and although it has a poor singleplayer it gets the higher score from me. But MW3 is a great game, no doubt about that, any fan of this series will be happy with this game and should buy it. It's just that there is nothing amazing about it which is why it gets an 8/10.… Expand
  84. OddSuperFuture
    Nov 17, 2011
    8
    Completely overhated. Yes it's more of the same but that goes for most sequels in every franchise. Slight innovations and tweaks keep the multiplayer fresh for a while and the campaign is awesome as per usual in the Modern Warfare Franchise.
  85. SquelaPT
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    "Haters gonna Hate!"

    I don't know if the is any type of movement over the internet to score this game as low as possible because there is no other explanation for this. A 2.3 game?! Even Hannah Montana game had better! :o This is just happening because of the fierce battle between BF3 and MW3 and despite what everyone says, this game is good - I wouldn't say PERFECT, but still is a good    "Haters gonna Hate!"

    I don't know if the is any type of movement over the internet to score this game as low as possible because there is no other explanation for this. A 2.3 game?! Even Hannah Montana game had better! :o This is just happening because of the fierce battle between BF3 and MW3 and despite what everyone says, this game is good - I wouldn't say PERFECT, but still is a good game. Imagine this: You're a big fan of chocolate of X brand and that brand tries to inovate the chocolate by keeping the same flavour and adding a little more spice. The price is the same and it just tastes a tiny bit better. That's the analogy I made for MW2 and MW3 to explain you haters that MW3 is an AWESOME game.    … Expand
  86. aliszyn
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    its fantastic game..better than mw2 and black ops
  87. Wraith
    Dec 27, 2011
    9
    Just want to say that after playing Modern Warfare 3 for the Playstation 3, I no longer want to play Black Ops anymore. Modern Warfare 3 is such a polished game, and has very smooth frame rate. And the weapons make me drool. There are just some minor things that drive me crazy. Lag, and kill streaks simular (Don't know why this website is spell checking the word simular ) to Modern WarfareJust want to say that after playing Modern Warfare 3 for the Playstation 3, I no longer want to play Black Ops anymore. Modern Warfare 3 is such a polished game, and has very smooth frame rate. And the weapons make me drool. There are just some minor things that drive me crazy. Lag, and kill streaks simular (Don't know why this website is spell checking the word simular ) to Modern Warfare 2. The lag is what makes this game almost unplayable, or way too easy. I noticed the lag is not as bad as it used to be so I think they are working on that issue. I think this game deserves more because the maps are just flat out fun. The weapons are so pretty and sound great! I give this game a 9 because it's too simular to MW2. Otherwise it would have got a 10.… Expand
  88. dan154
    Nov 29, 2011
    10
    i buy this game and i have to say,the best call of duty ever made,the campaing may be short but it's fantastic,the engine may be old but still looks great and runs well,the sound of guns needs a little work,but the rest of the audio is mind-blowing,the gameplay still the same,but i don't care about innovation and the multiplayer along with the spec-ops are excellent.......A REAL CALL OFi buy this game and i have to say,the best call of duty ever made,the campaing may be short but it's fantastic,the engine may be old but still looks great and runs well,the sound of guns needs a little work,but the rest of the audio is mind-blowing,the gameplay still the same,but i don't care about innovation and the multiplayer along with the spec-ops are excellent.......A REAL CALL OF DUTY FAN WILL BUY THIS GAME AND WILL SAY:" I DONT CARE ABOUT THE CRITICS AND THE OTHERS GAMERS,THIS GAME IS IS THE BEST FPS GAME I EVER HAD."....… Expand
  89. KillaSkep
    Jan 1, 2012
    10
    Great campaign, follows what happens in MW2. Non Stop action that will keep you addicted to play. Most people usually complain that the campaigns are short, but isn't every game short unless its an RPG? There isn't just campaign to do, there's also spec ops and survival mode which can be a lot of fun for 2 players or singleplayer, and of course theres online. A fun filled game, a must forGreat campaign, follows what happens in MW2. Non Stop action that will keep you addicted to play. Most people usually complain that the campaigns are short, but isn't every game short unless its an RPG? There isn't just campaign to do, there's also spec ops and survival mode which can be a lot of fun for 2 players or singleplayer, and of course theres online. A fun filled game, a must for fans of shooters.… Expand
  90. dodsy39
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    ignore the 863 and counting nonces who have left bad reviews having not played the game. I had battlefield 3 for the ps3 and traded it in - if you like sitting in a bush miles away from the action with a sniper rifle, or hiding in a tank for 30 minutes then get that, but if you enjoy fast,frantic, and most importantly fun game play then go for MW3. I would rate this game an 8 but have leftignore the 863 and counting nonces who have left bad reviews having not played the game. I had battlefield 3 for the ps3 and traded it in - if you like sitting in a bush miles away from the action with a sniper rifle, or hiding in a tank for 30 minutes then get that, but if you enjoy fast,frantic, and most importantly fun game play then go for MW3. I would rate this game an 8 but have left it a 10 to show my support to the hard working developers.… Expand
  91. MusGarasia
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    campaign is awesome and multiplayer is simply amazing. Multiplayer plays similarly to modern warfare 2 with most of the BS cut out, and will probably be hours and hours of fun for me.
  92. hekk
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I have been playing this game all day now and I just can't seem to enjoy it, it just feels like the same thing over and over again with nothing new. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone who already owns black ops or mw2.
  93. SALT_SHAK3R
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    This game isn't that bad. The campaign was superior but multi-player seems to be missing something. how ever the special ops mode was fun with missions and survival mode. still activitsion and the other respective developers need focus more on the game engine. the current game engine is been there far too long. i'd give it a 8 for the campaign.
  94. yawalapiti
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I loved this game. The campaign is awesome and the multiplayer better. I have been looking forward to this game for a year and it was well worth the wait. I have always liked the COD franchise especially when they started coming out with the MODERN WARFARE ERA. I look forward to the next chapter in Modern Warfare.

    Not sure why everyone is complaining about the graphics. Their are a bunch    I loved this game. The campaign is awesome and the multiplayer better. I have been looking forward to this game for a year and it was well worth the wait. I have always liked the COD franchise especially when they started coming out with the MODERN WARFARE ERA. I look forward to the next chapter in Modern Warfare.

    Not sure why everyone is complaining about the graphics. Their are a bunch of people who just like to complain out there why can't we just enjoy video games and be grateful that we are able to play them.    … Expand
  95. Sternenplasma
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I love it ! Its exactly what you expect after MW2. I only buy the IW Titles, and this one never let me down. My friends and i playing the MP for hours and its even more fun than the campaign. The only complain is, there is no Hans Zimmer music... Hope that MW4 will have Hans back!
  96. Revolver68
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    LOVE IT, it is so much fun whether your playing Special Ops, Campaign or Multiplayer. F the Haters and those who are crying its nothing new its doesn't have a new engine, its not battlefield 3, its not perfect **** I played MW2 was not impressed however after hours with this all i want to do is throw away more hours. The Elite service when finally working granted will only add moreLOVE IT, it is so much fun whether your playing Special Ops, Campaign or Multiplayer. F the Haters and those who are crying its nothing new its doesn't have a new engine, its not battlefield 3, its not perfect **** I played MW2 was not impressed however after hours with this all i want to do is throw away more hours. The Elite service when finally working granted will only add more greatness to the players total overall experience.… Expand
  97. xBONEZx
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Best game ever a lot of people are hating giving it a 0 or 1 because their stupid battlefield fan boys their mad because MW3 broke records it had the best campaign in CoD history 100% action all the stupid Battlefield 3 people should just go and hate somewhere else
  98. Darkcraze
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    First things first, I do not find this to be a copy and paste of Modern Warfare 2! I find it hypocritical of anyone to say so, Gears of War 3, Battlefield 3, all contain same weaponry and similar game play. I personally think MW3 has been given a hard time due to hard feelings on the fact it was clearly going to sell so well.
    Now:
    Spec Ops, is probably the most disappointing aspect in my    First things first, I do not find this to be a copy and paste of Modern Warfare 2! I find it hypocritical of anyone to say so, Gears of War 3, Battlefield 3, all contain same weaponry and similar game play. I personally think MW3 has been given a hard time due to hard feelings on the fact it was clearly going to sell so well.
    Now:
    Spec Ops, is probably the most disappointing aspect in my eyes. I found it lacked the same addictive style of It's dead counterpart 'Zombies' and also didn't promote the same kind of camaraderie between friends, featuring only 2 players. I found the decision to make one players death end the game add a bit too much stress to those who like to play as a lone wolf within a group so to speak, and after the first 15 rounds began to become a bit repetitive. I praise the new leveling system however, it adds longevity to Spec Ops, however I don't feel the content is strong enough to hold the leveling system.
    The campaign is not too shabby, the story line is not great but anyone who played 15 seconds of any Modern Warfare game knows Infinity Ward never intended it to be an emotional ride with depth and psychology. The levels are larger, not repetitive, and the action sequence are explosive as ever. Nothing incredibly knew here but we all get the feeling the campaign is merely a distraction to the beast that is CoD: Multiplayer. The campaign takes only a few hours, and whilst I wouldn't by the game solely for it, I find it to be a decent time waster and quite the thrill ride. The graphics DO look marginally better, explosions and gunfire audio have also been improved. In campaign and multiplayer, despite the hilarity of it all, you do feel like you are in a battlefield.
    Most importantly, the Multiplayer aspect. The Multiplayer is excellent and a massive improvement on any other CoD so far. The maps are particularly good, despite the somewhat dull names. If you want to snipe, windows are littered over every map. Want to rush? Multiple flanking routes tube through each map. Want to camp? There are plenty of places to take cover. Want to get a multi-kill explosion? Each map is bursting with cars and flammable barrels.
    The weaponry is also much better than expected, plenty of new things added here, and improvements made upon the older ones. No gun feels weak, in fact all are insatiably powerful, and the upgrade system is excellent. In the other CoD's, I'd find myself bumping up my killstreaks, earning points/ XP and just buying what I wanted at the right level. In MW3 if you want rapid fire, then you better buckle down and earn it by getting a fair few kills with that gun. It really gives the player incentive to try every single gun and Fleshes out the use you can get from them. The recoil and bullet impacts add a flash a realism to CoD, which is something most players aren't used to. If someone shoots you, you will immediately die. If you try and pop someones head from the other side of the map with the assualt rife, you will have a hard time due to the harsh recoil. Want to solve it? Get good with the gun and unlock the 'Kick' proficiency to reduce recoil. Raising the level cap was a better idea, with the prestige icons not looking too inspiring however this is outdone by the new prestige shop, in which you can spend one token each prestige, to purchase something extremely useful. Such as carrying a weapon over into your next prestige, to prevent working for it again, and even giving yourself 2 hours double XP to help you rush through those prestige's to get to the top even quicker!
    Two new game modes have been added, Team Defender and Kill confirmed. Kill Confirmed being the game where you must collect Dog Tags from fallen enemies in order to register the score, or collect Dog Tags from dead team mates to deny your enemies the kill!.. All in all I was not majorly impressed but I found it to be a fresh addition Team Defender, however, is quite brilliant and hectic. It's a normal TDM however, a neutral flag appears on the map after the first kill, and players must rush to hold it for there team to get double points. The enemy will be shown on the map whilst they are holding the flag, meaning when you have it, you're going to have 6 people in your ass. All people in the game spawn near the flag after dying, meaning the battle is constant, and crazy and is always moving around the map.
    So, with the weak Spec Ops mode, a decent campaign but a perfect Multiplayer earn this game an 8 in my eyes. If more effort was put into Spec Ops, I'd edge towards a 9 or ten but in my eyes it brought it down a point or two.
    Thank you for your time, if you want a good FPS multiplayer experience, head to your shop and buy CoD!    … Expand
  99. swish86
    Nov 18, 2011
    10
    Before you play this game you need to give it a chance to grow. At first I agreed with most people that it felt and looked the same as MW2. I grew to hate MW2 for reasons like guns overpowered, camping, too many snipers, campaign too easy on veteran and poor maps encouraging camping. I have grown to love the new game as it fixes all of these. The single player is a blast with the fightsBefore you play this game you need to give it a chance to grow. At first I agreed with most people that it felt and looked the same as MW2. I grew to hate MW2 for reasons like guns overpowered, camping, too many snipers, campaign too easy on veteran and poor maps encouraging camping. I have grown to love the new game as it fixes all of these. The single player is a blast with the fights in England, USA and Germany looking awesome; if it took you just 3 hours to complete you should have upped the difficulty as I have clocked 9 hours on veteran and have two levels to do. Multiplayer maps look great in Paris, London to name a few and with the new map layout the camping and sniping is no more. Personally people that played in that way made me hate the game so if that was ur previous style u may have to change ur style to a more mobile run and gun approach which I love. New mode Kill Confirmed is my favourite gametype rewarding gung ho attitude and stopping the needless camping everywhere. Guns and Killstreaks are more balanced and new create a class is refined with rewards for newer players. Guns now level up and it doesn't take long to get the new attachmant you've been waiting for. You now get rewarded even if you die lots and new Support killstreaks help newer players get their rewards making it less daunting to the noob. Lag doesn't seem as apparent as the last game but this is dependent on ur connection. I think this game has been sabotaged by haters who haven't even played the game, BAttlefield fanboys or infinity ward fanboys. At first it felt like MW2 mk2 but after a few hours it really comes into its own. Infinity ward made an appalling MW2 and black ops was good but got boring really quickly and made me question whether COD is getting a bit stale. I am not a fanboy as I hated MW2 and got bored of Black ops. I love MW3 and it has given me the same feeling I got when first playing COD4. My faith in the franchise is back and i look forward to the new monthly dlc. Is it better than Battlefield 3? If you like Battlefield you should get Battlefield, if you like cod before u shold get mw3. But if you haven't played battlefield i think it is too hard for the noob and mw3 will help u get better at the game. Please be honest when reviewing this game and give it a chance.… Expand
  100. kevinski
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    It's worth noting that this game has a single-player campaign, which many of the reviews bombing it don't seem to take into consideration. If you're interested in only the multi-player modes, then yeah, you'll probably be a bit disappointed. Still, MW3 may not reinvent the wheel, but it's far from a bad game.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 39
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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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