Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

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  1. pwood
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is the purest form of Modern Warfare. The one we've been waiting for. Here's why. First off it's smooth. Super smooth, a 60 frames per second makes this game look crystal clear. A little sharper graphics, that are tough to spot at first, but once you see the first car explode you will know exactly what I mean. Buildings collapse when you hit them with a missile from the chopper,This is the purest form of Modern Warfare. The one we've been waiting for. Here's why. First off it's smooth. Super smooth, a 60 frames per second makes this game look crystal clear. A little sharper graphics, that are tough to spot at first, but once you see the first car explode you will know exactly what I mean. Buildings collapse when you hit them with a missile from the chopper, balconies collapse when you man the mini-gun. The water looks real, trees and grass blow as a storm approaches, and I actually stopped more than once to look around at the sky and the sunset. It was that beautiful. Bigger scale. MW was about a few guys in Russia, MW2 was about defending the eastern states in the U.S. MW3 is about the entire world under attack. And you feel it. Cool set pieces for firefights that are multi-level transitional. Not just where you've got guys on the second story (and stay there) and guys down low (and stay there) you've got people running up and down stairs using the environment. One time i saw an enemy running towards me, and I was thinking "what an idiot this dude's gonna get shot in the face, stupid A.I.," only to see him actually running up to a car, he opens the car door, and hides behind it! I was blown away. A beef i had with Black Ops was that sometimes it felt like a shooting gallery. You would walk forward it would "trigger" the enemy spawn, they line up in a row, and you kill 'em, and move on. But here i felt like there are people everywhere and all the time! And there's always this rushed feeling of progression, where if you try to camp and kill everybody someone yells, "C'mon we gotta keep moving!" So you didn't feel like you had to kill everyone, but that the mission was more important. A major improvement is the feel and sounds of the guns. They feel great, and I can't tell if it's extra vibration in the controller or what, but it's different. It's crisp. I love breach scenes. i swear I'd buy a game where all you do it breach every room. Now before you declare me a CoD fanboy, remember, this is all just the campaign I've been talking about! I haven't even touched the multiplayer or the special ops missions/survival. Those are what will ensure that you will never need to ditch the game just because the campaign is over. This game is loaded and if you can put aside the "it's cool to hate on modern warfare" fad that seems to be all the rage, you'll be blown away at this masterpiece. I love Modern Warfare 3 and I don't care who knows it. P.S. Airplane level FTW!… Expand
  2. stfu_trolls
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    First of all as my name says shut the **** up trolls and bf3 fanboys. i haven´ played this game too much to rate it well, but for this far im liking it cause i wouldnt too expect to be a great new game with new amazing graphics but bf3 isn´t better. the gameplay is a little better than mw2. i don´t rate it more cause i don´t like the perks a lot
  3. Ripred49
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I do not care if you love the cod series or hate it, I want you to read this and do what I am asking you. I'm not asking for you to stop buying the game, or start buying the game, I am only asking you to do a simple comparison of two call of duty games (not mw3 and mw2.)

    Look at COD 3, look at COD4. Do the same thing with COD4 and MW3. Compare the differences between both pairs of    I do not care if you love the cod series or hate it, I want you to read this and do what I am asking you. I'm not asking for you to stop buying the game, or start buying the game, I am only asking you to do a simple comparison of two call of duty games (not mw3 and mw2.)

    Look at COD 3, look at COD4.

    Do the same thing with COD4 and MW3.

    Compare the differences between both pairs of games. There is a HUGE AMOUNT of difference between cod3 and cod4, but barely any difference between cod4 and mw3. They have 4 games worth of changes and it still didn't amount to the huge amount of changes between cod3 and cod4. Do something like that, Infinity Ward, or Treyarch. This game is only good if you have never played any of the Call of Duty games before, otherwise IT IS THE SAME EXACT THING with about 6 changes. They even took buildings straight out of Call of Duty 4 instead of making new ones. It is an absolutely awful and cheap game that the developers probably spent about 1 week of their time on in the whole 2 years that they had to work on the game. The worst part about the game though, is the super crazy cod community who thinks that there is nothing better than cod, and they have no variety. It isn't just in video games either, these people are never trying anything new, they are the ones who complain about everyday things like food because they never try anything new. The worst part about these people is that they actually try to argue that this game is better than BF3. In some areas, yes, but overall BF3 is indefinitely and quite obviously the SUPERIOR game. I have played cod for a long time, but recently it has just been boring playing the same game over and over again, so I switched to Battlefield, and even BFBC2 is better than MW3. Don't waste your money, and don't pay attention to critic reviews, the good ones are all bought and paid for. This game is the same crud rehashed over and over again. I bet the developers didn't spend one week on this, maybe on the maps and re-skinning guns that they have probably had since MW2 but didn't put them in that because they decided they could make another game with it. Whether you like it or not, this game is going to get SUPER boring SUPER fast. I hope that this is the call of duty game where developers realize they can't be lazy, I hope the next cod game is as exciting as COD4, but... unfortunately, it probably won't. Hopefully this is the end of lazy work or the end of the Call of Duty series because as far as I'm concerned different people are getting credit for something done 4 years ago.    … Expand
  4. awpitt13
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is horrible, you cant even create ranked custom games so that you can farm xp with your friends then be 12 years old and camp in corners and just win all day. How dumb. Also guys have guns and shoot at you, I need a game where the other players can't shoot back because I'm pretty bad.
  5. Blackdeath_663
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    yet again releasing a half baked title just to milk the public from their money.creating controversy with every title release and causing a commotion just to get their game sold. ive rented played it and dont plan to ever again.
  6. TheEverglow
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Just a complete joke. I can't believe this actually got released. It's just like a DLC patch for MW2... Battlefield 3 is way better. They actually made a good game.
  7. TonyHawk
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    My thirteen, that's right, THIRTEEN year old brother described this game as "Modern Warfare 2.5" as it brings almost nothing new to the table, yet sports a $60 pricetag. I myself grew weary of the series around MW2, so I did not purchase it, however watching my little brother play, I can confirm it looks EXACTLY like MW2.
    Not worth your money, stay away.
  8. 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!
  9. Itachi17
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    You can be proud of one thing, the community of pigeons who buys this "thing".
    Yours DLCs price abused, maps with any originality, well done for taking over the buildings of COD MW, is it a little less work to do for a company of **** like you, who only think about filling up the balls with money of the players.
    Your graphics burn my retina ! Your engine is a Porsche ? Haha he's good for    You can be proud of one thing, the community of pigeons who buys this "thing".
    Yours DLCs price abused, maps with any originality, well done for taking over the buildings of COD MW, is it a little less work to do for a company of **** like you, who only think about filling up the balls with money of the players.
    Your graphics burn my retina ! Your engine is a Porsche ? Haha he's good for the scrapyard in this case !
    You remove the only improvement that had been done since MW, diving to lie on the floor.

    Hum, i am a soldier, i have a sniper in the hands of 10-12 kg and 20 kg of kit in the back, but i make a 360° and i kill an enemy without aiming ! Wow the quick-scope and this lightness, what realism !

    I'm proud of you, since MW without any news idea, and sales are amazing, great job ! I can not imagine your pride for this, crooks of first order !
    70â    … Expand
  10. RaiderMX
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Really this game is Moder Warfere "3"; I cant believe its another game. It feels too much like MW2 DLC. The gameplay is equal, the history is very "cliche" and predictable, and the multiplayer is the same of the last 4 games... really? I think this "Call of Duty" will die like "Guitar Hero". I will save in my memory CoD 2 and 4. The others are only DLCs with a full-game cost.
  11. difiore87
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    New year, same Hogwash. I suggest buying a copy of MW2 for $5, you're essentially getting the same package here. Some recommended substitutes? Well you certainly can't go wrong with Gears of War 3...
  12. rossadabossa
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Sept 14, 2009 - Deutsche Bank Securities Technology Conference, San Francisco - Jeetil Patel, Analyst: "What do you think the retailers' willingness these days is to hold inventory on the video game side? Are they building positions today or are they still very reluctant and very careful of how they are buying?" Bobby Kotick, Activision Blizzard, Inc. - President and CEO: "I don't think itSept 14, 2009 - Deutsche Bank Securities Technology Conference, San Francisco - Jeetil Patel, Analyst: "What do you think the retailers' willingness these days is to hold inventory on the video game side? Are they building positions today or are they still very reluctant and very careful of how they are buying?" Bobby Kotick, Activision Blizzard, Inc. - President and CEO: "I don't think it is specific to video games. I think that if you look at how much volatility there is in the economy and, dependent upon your view about macroeconomic picture and I think we have a real culture of thrift. And I think the goal that I had in bringing a lot of the packaged goods folks that we brought in to Activision 10 years ago was to take all the fun out of making video games." .... "I think we definitely have been able to instill the culture, the skepticism and pessimism and fear that you should have in an economy like we are in today. And so, while generally people talk about the recession, we are pretty good at keeping people focused on the deep depression."… Expand
  13. tantao2583
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Modern warfare 3 es una copia exacta de MW2 y el sonido y las graficas no sirven. Batlefield 3 es mejor en todo. Me parece que MW3 fue creado a las millas para contrarestar la salida de Batlefield pero no lo lograron y ha sido toda una decepcion para los fanaticos.
  14. format
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    SP will be very familiar to players of previous entries in this seris with fighting through similar looking streets against generic personality-free bad guys and the odd vehicle section. no emotional involvement and lots of scene changes don't help the short 6hr campaign. MP is the same as ever with tight small maps - lots of unlocks and new modes that all play the same don't distractSP will be very familiar to players of previous entries in this seris with fighting through similar looking streets against generic personality-free bad guys and the odd vehicle section. no emotional involvement and lots of scene changes don't help the short 6hr campaign. MP is the same as ever with tight small maps - lots of unlocks and new modes that all play the same don't distract from the fact this is almost identical to MW1.

    disappointing and almost insulting how little has changed across 3 games and 4 years of development.    … Expand
  15. desertxrose1982
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    actual quote from Robert "Bobby" Kotick (Activision CEO) regarding making games: ''franchises that have the potential to be exploited every year on every platform with clear sequel potential and have the potential to become $100 million franchises" has "worked very well for Activision Blizzard"...this describes MW3 perfectly. Activision did it with the tony hawk series, guitar hero, & nowactual quote from Robert "Bobby" Kotick (Activision CEO) regarding making games: ''franchises that have the potential to be exploited every year on every platform with clear sequel potential and have the potential to become $100 million franchises" has "worked very well for Activision Blizzard"...this describes MW3 perfectly. Activision did it with the tony hawk series, guitar hero, & now call of duty. If you want to play MW3, simply write a "3" on any of your existing CoD disks with a marker. The game is stale. Weapon models are exact copies from previous games. UI is identical. The campaign can be beaten in a mere 4 hrs for even rookie players. the mountain dew/XP tie in is SHAMEFUL. $60 can go a long way for a good, quality title. Don't let activision 'exploit' you with the bought off game reviews for complete rehash garbage. RIP CoD.… Expand
  16. Undertow
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I know it shouldnt bother me when people say this game is better than BF3 but it does. Its like comparing apples to oranges. One game is more of a campaign game, while the other is more for people who like realism and a well rounded game. MW3 is simply just another patch, that is all. Its very lazy to not add much more than a couple extra weapons. BF3 has MW3 beat on physics, sound,I know it shouldnt bother me when people say this game is better than BF3 but it does. Its like comparing apples to oranges. One game is more of a campaign game, while the other is more for people who like realism and a well rounded game. MW3 is simply just another patch, that is all. Its very lazy to not add much more than a couple extra weapons. BF3 has MW3 beat on physics, sound, map size, realism of weapons, dedicated servers. I could go on. MW3 Your stuck on a tiny map and the ai attacks with vehicles for you. BF3 has the huge maps and plenty of room to do your own air attacks. People who dog on bf3 and say its worse have either never played it or are not willing to take time to get good at it. Simply put a game where you have to lead and take gravity into play wins in the better game category. If i wanna play i quarter game ill go to the arcade. I wont even go into the heartbeat sensor lol seems pretty real… Expand
  17. gouki12
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I bought both Battlefield 3 and Modern Warfare 3 because I'm a big Warfare-Shooter fan and i don't really have a favorite Franchise. Well i didn't, now i do. The Problem with the Call of Duty Series is that, at some point, it turned into a unstoppable hype fueled by the masses. And it was quite profitable for Activision. So what did they do ? Change as little as possible so people don'tI bought both Battlefield 3 and Modern Warfare 3 because I'm a big Warfare-Shooter fan and i don't really have a favorite Franchise. Well i didn't, now i do. The Problem with the Call of Duty Series is that, at some point, it turned into a unstoppable hype fueled by the masses. And it was quite profitable for Activision. So what did they do ? Change as little as possible so people don't get scared off, but enough to keep people motivated to play. After Modern Warfare, with the release of Modern Warfare 2, i thought - Yeah that's as far as it should go - but along came Black Ops and Modern Warfare 2. And "nothing" has changed, and by nothing i mean nothing fundamental, because that, again, would be too much of a risk. If you played Call of Duty the last years, this episode won't give you any kicks, same old formula in the campaign, same old formula in the multiplayer, same old engine, and that's getting old. Battlefield 3 on the other hand, even through its flaws, seems much more refreshing and appealing. It doesn't bore me, because i haven't been playing Battlefield 3 for ages. But i have been playing Modern Warfare 3 for years now. No more.… Expand
  18. Catlin
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Complete and utter junk,repacked game from thew last 4 years.

    Lazy effort on all areas,same graphics,same kiddies online,same crappy sounds.

    I hope CoD dies a horrible death,people keep buying the games like braindead zombies,complete and utter cash cow for the company.
  19. Oly1kenobi
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Game is an improvement on MW2 as far as graphics and features. All these 1s and 0s are just being done by MW3 haters. The new spec ops mode is done very well, and the new weapon xp is great. New modes, including dogtag mode are very fun and add new gameplay.
  20. Rupture
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    More re-hashed crap, it's sad and very disheartening when companies such as this are so blatently obvious in their scramble to make cash. The game is just about identical to MW2 and Black Ops, hell it even uses the same game engine!
  21. JcEmery
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is the Call of Duty everyone loves to hate. Just because it is similar doesn't mean it is a bad game. There have been many, many improvements and it will keep many happy users busy for months upon months.
  22. jackmcdaniels
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I'm sorry but i played this at my friends house and it was horrible, i seriously cannot begin to describe how mad i am at the developers for simply mixing previous call of duties up, throwing a couple of different things in there and selling it at full price while claiming it is a completely new product.
  23. Larryofarabia
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    People are stupid. This game is not. Those who give the game a rating of 0 were clearly not loved as a child and deserve 0 attention. Just buy it. Campaign is the best I've seen in a shooter.
  24. Bachmann38
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    Bad connections to games, never lets me join any server disconnected constantly, maps are rubbish, hit detections fails, back to black ops :) they need to patch mw3 soon or they will lose alot of players to bf3,
  25. Cookiedood
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is basically mw2.5 wait wait, but that is exactly what I wanted from mw3
    After black ops I was burnt and was wary about cod but the chance of more cod based on mw2 I'm in.
    The only issues I had was matchmaking at first but they have patched on the fly which I love. Cod elite is my problem and everyone else's but all been given 30 extra free subscription so I'm happy too wait. The game    This is basically mw2.5 wait wait, but that is exactly what I wanted from mw3
    After black ops I was burnt and was wary about cod but the chance of more cod based on mw2 I'm in.
    The only issues I had was matchmaking at first but they have patched on the fly which I love.
    Cod elite is my problem and everyone else's but all been given 30 extra free subscription so I'm happy too wait.
    The game is spot on and I cannot recommend it more    … Expand
  26. xhenri
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Horrible game, cancer destroying the gaming industry.
    Want to play MW3 for cheap? Go pick up a copy of MW2. It's the same exact game.
    Oh wait, new maps. I forgot.
  27. speer
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Piece of Garbage. Why do people even play this broken, watered down, repetitive, unrealistic and buggy game series? And why are people even BUYING it after all this and sending boat loads of money to one of the laziest and corrupt gaming corporations ( Activision ) and their CEO Bobby Kotick ( Anti-Christ of gaming ).

    I shouldnt be blaming you though, the majority of their revenue are    Piece of Garbage. Why do people even play this broken, watered down, repetitive, unrealistic and buggy game series? And why are people even BUYING it after all this and sending boat loads of money to one of the laziest and corrupt gaming corporations ( Activision ) and their CEO Bobby Kotick ( Anti-Christ of gaming ).

    I shouldnt be blaming you though, the majority of their revenue are from kids between the age of 10-14 who are too close-minded and just follow the crowd and buy the game for the title.    … Expand
  28. beundertaker
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    this game is such a piece of trash what a waste of $60. I basically paid for the exact same iteration minus a crappy 6 hour campaign last year Plus an even crappier 4 hour campaign. I don't know why I got suckered into buying this game (trash media hype) but can guarantee I'm not falling for this scam again.
  29. flexasaurus
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Everyone agrees that this game is just an updated version of the previous titles which leads me to believe that this game was a weak effort from the developers. Therefore, in my opinion it is not worth the price tag suggested on the fliers. When a new game comes out there are a few things I expect from it. All Activision and it subsidiaries do is try and make us believe that this is a newEveryone agrees that this game is just an updated version of the previous titles which leads me to believe that this game was a weak effort from the developers. Therefore, in my opinion it is not worth the price tag suggested on the fliers. When a new game comes out there are a few things I expect from it. All Activision and it subsidiaries do is try and make us believe that this is a new game with better graphics and innovative gameplay. What I see is an expansion pack for modern warfare 2 that is way overpriced. Then again we live in a world where its profits first. I never expected this game to be any different from the last, but seeing for my self, i say "for shame".… Expand
  30. bronstigebeer
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Tried this game in a store on a console and was COMPLETELY convinced I was playing MW2 the entire time. this game is an insult to the gaming community, it's a digital Bigmac; it smells and looks pretty tasty but after you've had a taste you just want to puke.
  31. Uchihaayub
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    The amount of hype for this game is incredible. However the game is not. The multiplayer is an exact rehash of the past MW2 and Call of Duty 4 mixed together. The single player is fun but it seems like I had experienced everything before and felt like De Ja Vu. The sound of this game is TOO generic. Activision basically devised a great plan which is too milk the series for all its worthThe amount of hype for this game is incredible. However the game is not. The multiplayer is an exact rehash of the past MW2 and Call of Duty 4 mixed together. The single player is fun but it seems like I had experienced everything before and felt like De Ja Vu. The sound of this game is TOO generic. Activision basically devised a great plan which is too milk the series for all its worth with the input of effort being minimal. This felt like more of a DLC than a full retail game. There are other great games coming out to spend your hard earned money on.… Expand
  32. hasn
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    All I want to know what they were doing during the past two years, with the appalling number of teams of developers, but still the same game of 2007, I still love the game, but no longer am awed as before,I hope to listen to the fans next year.
  33. Lucky715
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Reviewed it for 360 but I have it for both systems so I'm just spreading the love to the ps3 version. I was on ign and it is true about the suspiciously low user rating. Don't be discouraged by haters this games awesome. If you loved the rest you'll love this one. Answer the Call!!!! Ignore the b**ching.
  34. cshadow02
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Wow does anybody else notice that basically every bad review has the same argument It's like they are using the same formula to bash on this game on purpose .....Honestly I was impressed with MW3. I haven't put it down since I got it Tuesday and if this is the formula that millions of players love so be it. So please spare me the idea that this game has pissed off so many people to scoreWow does anybody else notice that basically every bad review has the same argument It's like they are using the same formula to bash on this game on purpose .....Honestly I was impressed with MW3. I haven't put it down since I got it Tuesday and if this is the formula that millions of players love so be it. So please spare me the idea that this game has pissed off so many people to score so low on this website when every other site has outstanding reviews. I hope that this isn't sabotage by hired protestors ...... That would be a new low in the game industry.....… Expand
  35. ninefoot
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game killed the call of duty franchise I will never buy another cod game again! To have hyped the game this much and basically release the same game like MW2 is crazy and is just a way to steal our money.
  36. zamdam69
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    J'étais fan de la série. Je trouvais BF passable... Ã
  37. No_LiMiT
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Simply the worst game that ever came out. The dev guy asked on twitter for people to rate it up and for that alone it deserves to be downrated to hell.
    Story is bad, gameplay is same as in other ones, this could have been DLC to mw1.
  38. flashwade
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Why am I supposed to buy this game? For a number? For an higher price? For the ridiculous longevity? Why people should buy a game that already has?
    That's no reason.
  39. Mytheorn
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Ce nouvel épisode de Call of duty était particulièrement attendu, et la déception est à la hauteur de ce que l'on pouvait espérer. Nous attendions de la nouveauté , du renouveau dans le gameplay, un épisode qui pète le feu.... Bref terriblement déçu
  40. w0rtez
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I can guess what are the next titles of COD... Black Ops 2, Then MW4, and just use this formula its pretty easy (name+number+1) on all titles that's the only difference on this COD games... Last Number... Same Engine, with some tweaks so it doesn't look pretty obvious is the same sh*t over and over...
  41. xanderz28
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    ya estoy cansado de la misma mie#$% cada año y seguiré jugando el MW2 de ves en cuando hasta que salga algo que valga realmente la pena, ademas porque comprar MW3 si hay un Batman AC, un Uncharted 3, un Skyrim, un Gears 3, entre otros.
    bueno esto es solo mi OPINION PERSONAL y se les respeta a quienes si apoyen este juego.
  42. thelastgamer
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    NFINITY WARD O DESACTIVISION A LA HORA DE DE HACER EL TITULO PARECE QUE NO SABIA QUE ES LA "INNOVACIO"
    TAMPOCO NO SABIA QUE LOS GRAFICOS SON MAS IMPORTANTES DE LO QUE CREEN
    Y QUE SACAR UN TITULO CADA AÃ
  43. EFSF_27
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    This game feels like an add-on to MW2. It has the same engine, recycled buildings and character models. It is practically MW2 with a few extra guns, perks and new maps. It is a shame on how Activision sells the same game twice at $60.
  44. requester47
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I haven't played the campaign or the spec ops. This review is based on the multiplayer which I justifyed spending $60 on. This game is bad. Anyone who actually thinks this game is worth $60 is crazy. Graphics are outdated. Fun factor reduced and for a company who made so much money, it boggles my mind why there isn't dedicated servers. Host advantage is at a all time high. This franchiseI haven't played the campaign or the spec ops. This review is based on the multiplayer which I justifyed spending $60 on. This game is bad. Anyone who actually thinks this game is worth $60 is crazy. Graphics are outdated. Fun factor reduced and for a company who made so much money, it boggles my mind why there isn't dedicated servers. Host advantage is at a all time high. This franchise is dead to me now.… Expand
  45. taurran
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    This game is nothing more than a money grab. There's nothing entirely new or inspiring that it brings to the series, and the centerpiece of it (the multiplayer) is boring with maps that any random map generator could probably beat as far as imagination. All thought is take out of combat. It's nothing but a contest to see who can shoot first (with most primary weapons being 1-2 shotThis game is nothing more than a money grab. There's nothing entirely new or inspiring that it brings to the series, and the centerpiece of it (the multiplayer) is boring with maps that any random map generator could probably beat as far as imagination. All thought is take out of combat. It's nothing but a contest to see who can shoot first (with most primary weapons being 1-2 shot kills), and whomever can sit back,. camp, and run up a killstreak to do all the work for them. I've always been a CoD player, but you won't catch me playing this game any more. Shame on me for buying it.… Expand
  46. dmbrent
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I am writing this review in response to developer begging MW3 fans to help their user rating. Let me just put it this way if you have to beg your fans to give you a good review you did not produce a quality product. Because MW3 is just a ever so slightly updated version of MW3. Almost everything is exactly the same as MW2 sounds, weapons, features, And absolutely nothing new wasI am writing this review in response to developer begging MW3 fans to help their user rating. Let me just put it this way if you have to beg your fans to give you a good review you did not produce a quality product. Because MW3 is just a ever so slightly updated version of MW3. Almost everything is exactly the same as MW2 sounds, weapons, features, And absolutely nothing new was brought to the franchise or the genre with the release of this title. I find this disappointing as I have had fun with the previous titles, but I have those titles still and didn't need a rehashed version of them.

    Obviously the CoD formula has worked for them in the past but I feel that after so many years with no real innovation coming out of Infinity ward, it is time for them to move on and take a chance. Sure they are probably going to make a ton of money off the initial release but I am fairly certain they will not be able to sustain their sales like they have in the past. I think the only hope for this game is if they can release some top quality DLC for free, or some updates that actually help bring both the franchise and the genre forward.

    If you haven't purchased this yet, don't. Just throw in your copy of MW2 and you will be playing pretty much exactly the same game.    … Expand
  47. skylee
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    It's not a game, just a DLC. 53$ for a DLC it's a scam, i play it, and i already sell it. The community of COD are just noobs, who think they are smart for buying the worst COD ever.
  48. hotelarzm
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    DONT BUY IT WORST COD EDITION EVER BIG TIME 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o oo o o o o o p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p p !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  49. nitro11
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Very good,polished game.addictive multiplayer with great new maps and powerful new guns,revised killstreaks and perks.MW3 improved apon MW2 and black ops
  50. FeralSoul
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    BRUTAL
    This is MW2 with revamped maps, looks more like a DLC than a new game. Infinity Ward you failed on this one. Once again laggy servers plaque the Call of Duty game and I can't believe they have been using the same engine for 6 years, time for a change. I gave it one last shot at Call of Duty but I'm done with this franchise and happy playing my Battlefield 3.
  51. qwax02
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    same **** !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  52. thanks4urmoney
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    As an Activision shareholder, I'd like to thank all you idiots rating the game a 0 or 1 with complaints like "this game is exactly like MW2 or Black Ops, I didn't like those games, don't know why I would like this one, but I bought it any way and what a surprise it's no different". Thank you for your $60. I don't think I'll like FIFA soccer, so you know what I'm gonna do? Not buy it!As an Activision shareholder, I'd like to thank all you idiots rating the game a 0 or 1 with complaints like "this game is exactly like MW2 or Black Ops, I didn't like those games, don't know why I would like this one, but I bought it any way and what a surprise it's no different". Thank you for your $60. I don't think I'll like FIFA soccer, so you know what I'm gonna do? Not buy it! The fact that people have bought MW1, MW2, WaW, and Black Ops, complained about all of them, but still go out and buy MW3 is a testament to the brand's power. Oh, and the game is awesome by the way.… Expand
  53. Javier19
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Rehashed garbage, Infinity Ward created this game, Activision destroyed it, they broke up Infinity Ward and put Sledgehammer games in charge

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

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

    Oh and its so rehashed, there's actually an article proving the same building model from the now 4 year old COD4 where used in this game, despite it being one of the best selling if not the best selling franchise of all time, they are still so cheap.    … Expand
  54. Inuyasha15
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Iit is sad how we let Activision get away with this every year. This is why they will never change because all these sheep that keep handing them their wallets. Go play Batman Arkham City or The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword. when it comes out.
  55. alcarfa
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    esto es el peor juego del mundo arregle la versión de ps3 y tal vez las calificaciones sean mayores es la peor version un port horrible un nuevo motor grafico urgente YAAAA
  56. rsjay22
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    this game is .... GREAT mw2 was great this is a revised version , it had you all hooked and this one will as well. if you all moan its an expansion take a look at the fifa series , you all go and buy because you don't want old stuff you want new and this is the new MODERN WARFARE so go get it go play it and go and enjoy it !
  57. TrisJames
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I was waiting for BF3 and MW3 and bought both as they are 2 different beasts....MW3 delivers on the high octane action, great frame rate and superb multiplayer while BF3 is all about team work and warfare in large arenas with vehicle combat thrown in. DONT COMPARE THEM. MW3 excels with its levelling system for both Player and Weapons levelling and the community is the biggest on any otherI was waiting for BF3 and MW3 and bought both as they are 2 different beasts....MW3 delivers on the high octane action, great frame rate and superb multiplayer while BF3 is all about team work and warfare in large arenas with vehicle combat thrown in. DONT COMPARE THEM. MW3 excels with its levelling system for both Player and Weapons levelling and the community is the biggest on any other fps, the levels are a great mix in terms of open areas and closed space and keeps multiplayer pace and your adrenaline high. Yes....the graphics aren't as good as BF3 but with multiplayer and epic single player set pieces, MW3's graphics are soon forgotten. MW3 seems to of past expectation in terms of game quality, but it is still the same recipe of fast paced shooting and a great multiplayer and single player experience. You know what they say.....if it aint broke......don't try fix it. I love BF3 but i don't review a game based on another, i review a game based on its experience and MW3 makes me sit down and lose hours in front of the TV which is why you buy a game, if it does this then it has succeeded in what the developers set out to do. Throw in the new elite service, which when its up and running (eventually) will be a spot on service wether or not you subscribe or use it as a free service. ill give MW3 a 9.5 out of 10 which i round off to 10. its exceptional and should not be missed.… Expand
  58. bjs001
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    For me this is one big camp fest with crappy graphics (why is everything the same tone?) poorly balanced guns (I either get no hit markers with a full clip or someone takes me out with a couple of rounds from something they are wildly spraying around!) and the dullest maps ever. They don't have any character. Taking blops as an example I immediately loved Summit and Firing Range, but onFor me this is one big camp fest with crappy graphics (why is everything the same tone?) poorly balanced guns (I either get no hit markers with a full clip or someone takes me out with a couple of rounds from something they are wildly spraying around!) and the dullest maps ever. They don't have any character. Taking blops as an example I immediately loved Summit and Firing Range, but on MW3 I couldn't care less which map I end up on as I hate them all equally.
    I am giving it until 1st prestige or Monday (whichever comes 1st) at which point I'll trade it in for something new (effectively getting it for free). Maybe I'll come across a gun/perk combo that really makes me want to keep it and play?! I doubt it though, back to blops for me I expect!!    … Expand
  59. FlightofStairs
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    Is MW3 a bad game? No, not really. The graphics are slightly bland and the level design is pretty bad in some spots, but that's really it. Why is it a 3? It's a waste of money. Aside from the Survival mode, there is virtually nothing new. The HUD is even the same! Now, the HUD doesn't mean much but it does go to show that this game was pretty shoehorned because they didn't have anything toIs MW3 a bad game? No, not really. The graphics are slightly bland and the level design is pretty bad in some spots, but that's really it. Why is it a 3? It's a waste of money. Aside from the Survival mode, there is virtually nothing new. The HUD is even the same! Now, the HUD doesn't mean much but it does go to show that this game was pretty shoehorned because they didn't have anything to add to the HUD. Overall, it's a 3 out of 10 because it's no different than the last 4 CODS. If you want to spend 65 bucks, spend it on something worth while...like Skyrim. Now, I have yet to play Skyrim, but I can assure you it'll be a vastly different experience than MW3.… Expand
  60. Wingzer001
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    MW3 is more of an addon for MW2. I cant believe this is a whole new game priced at the very maximum because its exactly the same as the last game, no actualy its worse. I prefered MW2 over this. Next time you release a call of duty game take it back to its routes because this is getting old and a complete waste of money.
  61. Wimote
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Like many people I was worried about how MW3 would fare given that Infinity Ward practically remains itself in name only now and because they brought in Sledgehammer, a company I have never heard of, to help finish it up in time. In fact, I hadn't even planned on getting the game until I bought Battlefield 3 and was so horribly disappointed that I had to see if I could get my shooter fixLike many people I was worried about how MW3 would fare given that Infinity Ward practically remains itself in name only now and because they brought in Sledgehammer, a company I have never heard of, to help finish it up in time. In fact, I hadn't even planned on getting the game until I bought Battlefield 3 and was so horribly disappointed that I had to see if I could get my shooter fix from MW3.
    Before I begin I should state that I play CoD for the multiplayer. The only CoD campaign I finished was that of the first MW, so my review is based on that aspect, not the campaign (though I have played a bit of the campaign and it looks like I might finish another one.) At the outset I was disappointed in MW3. The maps seemed convoluted and poorly designed, with no open areas and nothing but corridors. Even using the theatre mode to fly through the maps didn't give me the "oh I get it now" feeling that I got from doing that in Black Ops. I instantly chalked it up to a bunch of noob game designers aping Infinity Ward and failing miserably to catch the feel of their level designs and I was crestfallen. How could both shooters have been such disappointments? Nevertheless, I stuck with it and before long, something clicked. I can't tell you what it was, but suddenly maps started making sense, it felt very much like CoD, and I started bagging more kills than I ever have in CoD matches. (I really do suck at these games.) The addition of Kill Confirmed is fantastic. I've never played a shooter that did so well at forcing team members to act like they were a team (and by the way, why aren't more of you playing this mode??? There is something wrong with you.) On top of that having three options for killstreak rewards is EXACTLY what I've been wanting since I started playing these games. Finally, people who have lives outside of CoD can actually earn a killstreak reward. Now that I've learned some of the maps and I'm building classes that I enjoy this game feels very much like a proper successor to the first two MW's; the new IW and Sledgehammer did very well. There are some issues (at least with the PS3) that need to be worked out, such as the occasional game breaking lag, and connection issues during matchmaking. But these are all things that can be patched at a later date. Overall, this is a good game and, though I never thought I would be saying this, it is the clear winner in the MW3/Battlefield 3 match up. If you're on the fence, buy it. I suspect most of these poor reviews are just Battlefield trolls. There is just simply no way that every professional reviewer is wrong. The real MW fans are playing MW3, not writing bad reviews online.    … Expand
  62. mattmtm
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Rehash, rehash, rehash. Disappointment of the century. I would like to say I'm surprised, but I'm not. Good looked like trash from the get go. I will be selling this back asap
  63. ExpFist
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    If you hate your money, and would like to own a steaming pile of **** inside of a small DVD case, then this game is for you! This is a horrible game designed for brainless kids. I guess that's awesome if your target audience will shell out $60 a year for the same game.
  64. Beel456
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Like every other single CoD game after Modern Warfare 1.You pay 60 dollars for the exact same game. When are they going to have some decency and stop milking the franchise for everything it's worth? CoD stopped being fun a looooong time ago.
  65. gamer666
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    complete garbage, same as mw2... and again the ps3 version receives a very inferior port, where they put the millions of $ they profit every year?
    Activision is such a lazy producer...
  66. distantmyth
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    It sucks. Listen to the players, not the critics that get paid to say it's great. It is exactly what everyone says it is, a carbon copy of all the other COD games. It plays EXACTLY the same. Looks EXACTLY the same. It is evident nobody did any actual work developing this game. Huge disappointment, Battlefield 3 raped this game so bad. BF3 and MW3 both have their fanboys, but BF3It sucks. Listen to the players, not the critics that get paid to say it's great. It is exactly what everyone says it is, a carbon copy of all the other COD games. It plays EXACTLY the same. Looks EXACTLY the same. It is evident nobody did any actual work developing this game. Huge disappointment, Battlefield 3 raped this game so bad. BF3 and MW3 both have their fanboys, but BF3 fans can rejoice. Victory is yours. See your smiling a$$es on the Battlefield.… Expand
  67. iamNULL
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Awe man, where do I even start? I was really looking forward to this game as I really enjoyed mw1 and mw2. I even waited 3 hours in line at my local gamestop to pick it up at the midnight release. I get home around 1 am and the first thing I do is pop the disc in and head straight to the multiplayer. In my first match I'm getting quick scoped left and right and I'm just thinking "whatAwe man, where do I even start? I was really looking forward to this game as I really enjoyed mw1 and mw2. I even waited 3 hours in line at my local gamestop to pick it up at the midnight release. I get home around 1 am and the first thing I do is pop the disc in and head straight to the multiplayer. In my first match I'm getting quick scoped left and right and I'm just thinking "what the hell? I thought they would get rid of this??" So, I choose the sniper loadout and guess what? It's easier than ever to quick scope in this game. Way easier than MW2, which to me is just ridiculous. Oh, guess what else? you know how knife lunging was supposed to get fixed? it's not! it's still there and worse than MW2's. Sure there are a few new guns and the strike package system, but that has very little effect on the CORE gameplay. The core gameplay is exactly the same as the last one and the engine they're using is definitely dated compared to all other big releases this year. You instantly feel like you've played this game before. There is nothing fresh or innovative that makes this game feel "new." To me, this is an outrage. I am very disappointed in this title and to me, none of the minor additions to game warrant a $60.00 price tag. Simply because this does not feel like a new game, not in the least. That being said, I've already put this game up on my local craigslist and I'm selling it alongside the preorder poster hoping I will make my money back. If you are looking for a fresh and innovative experience I recommend you pick up something else, as there are plenty of title's who are far more deserving of your hard earned cash. I didn't want to believe it, but now I see what my friends meant when they were telling me Activision is only in it for the profit now. With this game, it's very obvious that they never take user feedback into account.… Expand
  68. Maxkev11
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is a type of game whether you hate it or love it. The game isn't all that perfect but its great. The multiplayer for MW3 is really fun, because they add more modes to play and leveling system is more better. What really takes the cake is the NEW Spec Ops survival mode; its fun and addicting . But kind of sucks since its only goes up to 2 players only. TheCall of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is a type of game whether you hate it or love it. The game isn't all that perfect but its great. The multiplayer for MW3 is really fun, because they add more modes to play and leveling system is more better. What really takes the cake is the NEW Spec Ops survival mode; its fun and addicting . But kind of sucks since its only goes up to 2 players only. The story mode........well its not really important unless you wanna find out what happen in Modern Warfare 2. My conclusion for this game is that sure it runs in the same engine but a least sledgehammer games gave it an upgrade with more lighting effect. But at least it still goes 60 per frame.… Expand
  69. ZeV
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is simply a shame and looks like an old game with a poor engine...

    Some of the buildings in MW3 are taken from MW1 !!! A SHAME !!! I played mw four years ago, and it's still the same boring game with no evolution !
  70. Zenigame96
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    All of you haters can gtfo. This is a solid game. Sure it doesn't revolutionize the genre the same way CoD 4 did, but it's still fantastic. The campaign mode is excellent, keeps you on your toes, and fun to watch the cinematic experience. The multiplayer is more accessible than EVER for noobs and vets alike (of which I have been BOTH), and Spec Ops is a lot of fun as well. The only co-opAll of you haters can gtfo. This is a solid game. Sure it doesn't revolutionize the genre the same way CoD 4 did, but it's still fantastic. The campaign mode is excellent, keeps you on your toes, and fun to watch the cinematic experience. The multiplayer is more accessible than EVER for noobs and vets alike (of which I have been BOTH), and Spec Ops is a lot of fun as well. The only co-op experiences I have enjoyed more were Left 4 Dead and Demon's Souls.

    Take your hate camp somewhere else.    … Expand
  71. Battlefield-3
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is absolutely terrible, if you're looking for a good shooter, I recommend Battlefield 3. Lots of little fanboys and infants that are in love with the series will cushion the score by voting 10/10, but in reality, the game deserves a 2.5/10 at best.
  72. CODER
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Dear Mr.Glen Schofield!

    Please go back and make a better game. Please don't use the same sounds, engine, visuals and much much more every year on year. If you want peoples money (even though you already got it) then please treat your costumers with some dignity. Now lets not talk about the horrible campaign that no one will ever remember or care about. But why not focus all your resources    Dear Mr.Glen Schofield!

    Please go back and make a better game. Please don't use the same sounds, engine, visuals and much much more every year on year. If you want peoples money (even though you already got it) then please treat your costumers with some dignity. Now lets not talk about the horrible campaign that no one will ever remember or care about. But why not focus all your resources on the online mode which is what everyone is paying to play. You made 16 maps for this game on launch day and you think they are worth 60$?

    Go back to the drawing board and rethink your strategies. You think that Counter-Strike is what it is because Valve treat their costumers like you?

    Thank you!!!    … Expand
  73. Jhison
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    El juego es una basura la duracion es pesima losgraficos desfasados Vease Uncharted 3,en fin no lo recomiendo mas bien es un DLC del Modern Warfare 2.
  74. DJ_menyo
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    First I would like to say that Critics say one thing and Users say another. that's because they don't have to buy games to play them. For once I'm glad I didn't have to either. WOW. what a ripoff. Some say this is a MW 2.5 I don't even think its that. I would say its closer to MW 2.25 The maps are the same yet badged. I played this at my friends house the night of release ansFirst I would like to say that Critics say one thing and Users say another. that's because they don't have to buy games to play them. For once I'm glad I didn't have to either. WOW. what a ripoff. Some say this is a MW 2.5 I don't even think its that. I would say its closer to MW 2.25 The maps are the same yet badged. I played this at my friends house the night of release ans expected to spend the night at his house... Guess what? I went home after about 2 hours and started playing MW2. Felt the same. At least I didn't have to prestige all the guns again. There is nothing that got my eye in this game. Just a few tweaks and that's all. SAME GUNS, WEAPONS, and GAMEPLAY. Glad I didn't buy it.… Expand
  75. RobRoss1992
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Nothing new here, campaign is the definition of generic, co-op has been done way better in other games such as Battlefield 3 and even Black Ops Zombies, and the multiplayer, dear god, not only is it unbalanced and unoriginal, if you don't have a good Internet connection, GIVE UP, the guns feel sluggish and slow and the community are a bunch of loud, racist, homophobic, 10 year old group ofNothing new here, campaign is the definition of generic, co-op has been done way better in other games such as Battlefield 3 and even Black Ops Zombies, and the multiplayer, dear god, not only is it unbalanced and unoriginal, if you don't have a good Internet connection, GIVE UP, the guns feel sluggish and slow and the community are a bunch of loud, racist, homophobic, 10 year old group of ignorant idiots.

    In short, don't buy, your money is much better spent elsewhere.    … Expand
  76. pempam
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    il faut pas être aveugle pour se douter que la mauvaise note de la par des gens et vraiment de mauvaise fois,vue tout les gens qui disent avoir revendue mw3 pour passer sur bf3 on devrait voir ses ventes décoller....huuuummm bé non,à doit y avoir des menteurs...bref c est bien dommage car pour moi c'est 2 très bon jeu etil faut pas être aveugle pour se douter que la mauvaise note de la par des gens et vraiment de mauvaise fois,vue tout les gens qui disent avoir revendue mw3 pour passer sur bf3 on devrait voir ses ventes décoller....huuuummm bé non,à doit y avoir des menteurs...bref c est bien dommage car pour moi c'est 2 très bon jeu et complètement complémentaire ..
    Alors les gens qui pleurent l'innovation:vous attendiez quoi?une transformation pokemon en plus,un mw rpg....un call of et un call of et j espère qui le restera et deviendra pas un bf3 et vice versa.Apres je suis désolé mais les changement sont la,xp des armes,nouveaux atouts,le système assaut soutien ou spécialiste,l'équipement tactique,plein de petit détail super...
    Qualité graphique:oui le moteur est vieux,mais bon il pique pas les yeux,et loin d'être moche.
    Le mode solo:faut arrêter,c'est un bonus,t achète mw pour du online comme un bf3,perso y aurait pas de solo je l'achèterai pareil..
    Les points faibles:les cheateurs,apparament plus nombreux sur mw que sur bf,la y a des efforts à faire...
    En conclusion mw et bf sont 2 très bon jeu avec un système de jeu différent,je conseil les 2 même si je suis plus pour mw3,style de jeu que j'aime...bon jeu à tous    … Expand
  77. Barkwe
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    If you have played MW, or MW2, then you don't need this game. It is the same game with a few different textures. Picture it as an expansion pack to MW2, at full retail price.
  78. munster1975
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Shocking piece of unfinished rubbish again from IW. Any fool that buys into the COD series now is exactly that. Same game as MW2 and as if they couldnt be bothered even doing anything with it
  79. SpaceRanger
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Call of Duty 8 might be the biggest waste of money in the history of currency. If you like high testosterone/low intelligence entertainment this might be your new bible. If you enjoy playing with "xXxW33DSN1P3R420xXx" 's this game is awesome. If you don't want any of that you are in luck because contrary to popular belief call of duty isn't the only game with competitive onlineCall of Duty 8 might be the biggest waste of money in the history of currency. If you like high testosterone/low intelligence entertainment this might be your new bible. If you enjoy playing with "xXxW33DSN1P3R420xXx" 's this game is awesome. If you don't want any of that you are in luck because contrary to popular belief call of duty isn't the only game with competitive online multiplayer. Pay more attention to the Battlefields and Counter-Strikes.… Expand
  80. Sc0rPi0n59
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Overall, i think this game is great! I haven't tried the single player yet but the Survival and Multiplayer are awesome! In recent weeks I've become a fan of BF3 as well, but both games offer completely unique experiences. In terms of multiplayer only, MW3 is great for quick and tight action-packed but sometimes lone-wolf games with lots of customizations available and killstreak rewardsOverall, i think this game is great! I haven't tried the single player yet but the Survival and Multiplayer are awesome! In recent weeks I've become a fan of BF3 as well, but both games offer completely unique experiences. In terms of multiplayer only, MW3 is great for quick and tight action-packed but sometimes lone-wolf games with lots of customizations available and killstreak rewards unmatched by any other game. Every player can succeed and get all sorts of rewards and progressions to keep them coming back. I would've liked to have seen more of an improvement in graphics (which is where BF3 takes the cake hands down), but if you liked MW2 then you'll love this game. With all the new customizations, new maps, and new killstreak rewards attainable by all types of players, this game is great and I'd totally suggest it to anyone who likes FPS games.… Expand
  81. Nefarious
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Activision have gotten this release badly wrong. A November 7th shipping mandate to UK retailers meant that thousands of pre-order buyers did not get their game on release day. Throw rubbish server performance and this kind of response from loyal customers in to the mix and what you get is something to amounts to the tip of the iceberg in terms of potential back turning for your future pipeline releases.

    If I were a fund holder like Davis which holds a goodly amount of ATVI stock I would be taking a serious look at the future of Activision before my investments get burned as badly as this game in these reviews. EA might be a better prospect.    … Expand
  82. iZolio
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Modern Warfare 3 logro mejorar bastante a lo que era MW3, el gameplay es exactamente lo mismo, las graficas mejoraron pero ahora el multijugador es mas balanceado, los killstreaks y perks estan bien combinados para no volver a tener a esos jugadores que parecian "Flash" y que acuchillaban como si estuvieran haciendo un Shoryuken hacia delante.
    No en si pudo superar a la joya de MW1, juego    Modern Warfare 3 logro mejorar bastante a lo que era MW3, el gameplay es exactamente lo mismo, las graficas mejoraron pero ahora el multijugador es mas balanceado, los killstreaks y perks estan bien combinados para no volver a tener a esos jugadores que parecian "Flash" y que acuchillaban como si estuvieran haciendo un Shoryuken hacia delante.
    No en si pudo superar a la joya de MW1, juego que estaba perfecto, que despues MW2 fue todo lo contrario, pero ahora MW3 te divertira mas y no solo te la pasaras haciendo corajes.
    El juego es mucho mejor que su antecesor MW2, juego que era una vil porqueria, solo a los camperos y a los que no sabian usar un control les gustaba, matabas de 2 balazos con una submachinegun silenciada de extremo a extremo de mapa, los killstreaks eran demasiado fáciles de conseguir y bastante ventajosos y sin mucho con que defenderte, los mapas eran unas miniaturas.
    En fin, fanatico de MW1 compralo ahora mismo.
    Fanatico de MW2 y Halo abstente y mejor quedate en esos juegos como marica campera que eres.    … Expand
  83. REECE123
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    This game is good but its the same, yeah they added a handful of thing but it took they 2 years to develop really? when i first looked at it i thought it was just $60 map pack
    They should of took a page out of 343 studios book n found out if u remake the same game it shouldn't cost the full retail cost
    Probably the most un innovative call of duty yet, can't wait till the next ;) At least    This game is good but its the same, yeah they added a handful of thing but it took they 2 years to develop really? when i first looked at it i thought it was just $60 map pack
    They should of took a page out of 343 studios book n found out if u remake the same game it shouldn't cost the full retail cost
    Probably the most un innovative call of duty yet, can't wait till the next ;) At least there was enough things and innovations to call black ops a "new game"    … Expand
  84. casale2a
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Wow... This was the FIRST and LAST time that I purchase a Call of Duty game the day of release. The game seemed good, graphics amazing... The issue at hand for me is the people playing multiplayer... They are all camping like crazy... The disappointment here is that I read that the developers made the maps so it'd be difficult to camp. But, that is not so at all... It is even easier actually.
  85. cobra91160
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    GET MW2 is low expansive and is better. activision/blizar like a good stats ok 0/10 .i a fanboy COD but mw3 is not good for 2 year of developpement . 2year for the game or elite suck 50$ activision noob .
  86. Daluel
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Shame on Infinity Ward. This game, 52,50 $ its just awazing. Big remake of MW2 (graphics, gameplay). No CREATIVITY !!!! I repeat shame on Infinity Ward !!!
  87. NinjaFlip11
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    As a long time PFS and video game fanatic- the negative reviews on here are inscrutable and fishy to me personally. MW3 is an amazing game in all aspects . The campaign was extremely engaging and completing the game it was very satisfying - I felt there was also a better sence of lighting and dark color elements which gave the game even a better contrast from the previous titles.As a long time PFS and video game fanatic- the negative reviews on here are inscrutable and fishy to me personally. MW3 is an amazing game in all aspects . The campaign was extremely engaging and completing the game it was very satisfying - I felt there was also a better sence of lighting and dark color elements which gave the game even a better contrast from the previous titles. Multiplayer is the most balanced version yet and is fast paced .. still dont know the maps that well yet but its epic so far ... sure there is bugs on the launch week as far as match making and servers being over loaded but that is inevitable with every game that comes out and im sure will be adressed with patching . I beleive this game is everything mw2 should have been and more I give it 11 out of 10… Expand
  88. Big_McLrghuge
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I owned MW1, World at War, MW2, and Black Ops. I thought that they were great games, they are by far the games that I played the most but by the time Black Ops came out I was getting tired of buying the same game over and over again. So with MW3 I have been hesitant to spend $60 on it. One of the things that bothers me the most about these games is the gradual lack of effort to create evenI owned MW1, World at War, MW2, and Black Ops. I thought that they were great games, they are by far the games that I played the most but by the time Black Ops came out I was getting tired of buying the same game over and over again. So with MW3 I have been hesitant to spend $60 on it. One of the things that bothers me the most about these games is the gradual lack of effort to create even a decent game. The story from MW2 left a bad taste in my mouth. Its obvious that the story suffered from the focus on multiplayer. What was great about MW1 was it had a solid campaign mode and a great multiplayer feature. Its even more obvious that they really don't care about the campaign anymore. My brother beat the campaign in 4hrs. Really? 4hrs is the best you could do?
    I did play with my brother online for several hours so i could get a feel for it and I have to say I wasn't impressed. I definitely wasn't any more motivated to spend $60 on this. What bothers me the most is the idea that they're going to have new DLC every month. So from the start they're telling everyone that they selling an unfinished product. I can't imagine walking into a Carls Jr, paying full price for a hamburger and only getting half of a burger. Then when I ask for the rest of the burger they tell me that i have to purchase the rest in fourths but its ok because its a quarter of the price of what I originally paid. The worst part is that out of the DLC that I have purchased in the past is that there are usually only two maps that are any good.
    This game is definitely not worth paying $60 for. The value just isn't there. I can see paying $40 for a new copy, maybe....
    As long as people keep paying for poor quality and over valued products they're going keep making the least amount of effort for the most cost to consumer.    … Expand
  89. MrDeviance
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    A miserable game like none other. Worst fps game I've ever seen in my entire life!
    Green oxidized copper all over the screen. Everything is green with the miserable post fx!
    The previous games in the series were miserable but this one is reaching new lows.
    Bf3 is 10000 times better than mw3! Do NOT BUY. I repeat DO NOT EVEN GET CLOSE TO IT!
  90. Ngamok
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    This review is based SOLELY on Multiplayer. Here is my Steam profile:

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

    http://steamcommunity.com/profiles/76561197993278481

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Also co-op is a joke as it's a kill waves of enemies survival. The MW2 co-op was 1000x better.    … Expand
  91. callofdutyfan
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    On its third iteration, i have to say call of duty modern warfare 3 has taken the franchise nowhere. i have enjoyed a massive amount of time with call of duty 4 modern warfare, and call of duty modern warfare 2, but the series are getting old and stale on its third iteration. while the scale of mw3 is as epic as ever both in terms of single and multiplayer, there is no doubt that you mayOn its third iteration, i have to say call of duty modern warfare 3 has taken the franchise nowhere. i have enjoyed a massive amount of time with call of duty 4 modern warfare, and call of duty modern warfare 2, but the series are getting old and stale on its third iteration. while the scale of mw3 is as epic as ever both in terms of single and multiplayer, there is no doubt that you may get a sense of been there, done that. ultimately the entire experience feels like an attempt to cash in on the call of duty craze, and as a major fan of the series i am quite disappointed. it's not all gloom and doom though, as mw3 gives us new guns and slightly prettier graphics and of course, new environments to experience. bottom line, for another 60 dollars, developer activision expects us fans to replay previous modern warfare games with a new title and a new coat of paint, simply unacceptable.… Expand
  92. duhmzdaih
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    When you play this game, you realize that 90% of the money and effort was gone in advertising. It is a COD MW 2.5, the same thing we are getting each year. Spend your money in something like Deus Ex HR or Uncharted 3, not this garbage. If you want something war-related, buy BF3, it's not a masterpiece, but at least it had a lot of good work behind.
  93. TripSe7en
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    $60 is too much for a map pack. Stop beating the horse to death. I am so glad I didmt buy this game and that redbox only charged me $1.50 to play the 5 hour campaign. Seriously, if I wanted 5 hours of Michael Bay, I'd watch Transformers.
  94. Skepticalguy90
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    MW3 is a basic copy and past job stealing most ideas from previous installments in the series. The reality is this game is a hyped up map pack that isn't worth the plastic it's made on.
  95. elzorrodorito
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Fun game, the developers know their audience. After the departure of so many employees from Infinity Ward including the heads of the studio, I am sure I wasn't alone in wondering if this game would be able to reach the bar set by its predecessors. It may be fashionable to hate on this game, but if you enjoy the genre, if you finished MW2 wanting more, here it is. Multiplayer is moreFun game, the developers know their audience. After the departure of so many employees from Infinity Ward including the heads of the studio, I am sure I wasn't alone in wondering if this game would be able to reach the bar set by its predecessors. It may be fashionable to hate on this game, but if you enjoy the genre, if you finished MW2 wanting more, here it is. Multiplayer is more balanced, single player has been ramped up in the ridiculousness, I like it much, much, more than I wanted to after the less than amicable split between the Activison and West/Zampella. After having played every COD game developed by IW since the original, I was certainly upset that the final chapter of the MW series wouldn't have many of the original guys working on it, but as much as I dislike Activision, they gave this game enough resources to do it justice. It was almost an "all hands on deck" situation it seems. As much as I detest the pace of the release schedule, they have earned a bit of respect from me for not dropping the ball on this game.… Expand
  96. ironmike
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I just created a metacritic account for the sole purpose of letting people know how disappointed I am with MW3. This review is based only on the multiplayer, since that is the reason i bought this game. The lag is horrendous and I have a perfect connection, since with Black Ops I have no lag at all. This could be because of the game just releasing and the tons of people online, but still,I just created a metacritic account for the sole purpose of letting people know how disappointed I am with MW3. This review is based only on the multiplayer, since that is the reason i bought this game. The lag is horrendous and I have a perfect connection, since with Black Ops I have no lag at all. This could be because of the game just releasing and the tons of people online, but still, it's bad. The hit detection is awful and probably has to do with the lag. The maps are the worst maps in any call of duty game out, and I have played them all. The maps are small and constricted which promotes tons of firefights immediately, but causes a HUGE problem with spawn killing, where it just makes me angry and really hate this game. The spawn points may be fixed down the road but currently it ruins the game. My next problem is with the stackable kill steaks that are never ending, and you are constantly getting killed by helicopters unless you use a perk to go undetected. I can honestly say, that even though the graphics are better, I would prefer to play black ops over this game just because it is more balanced and killing people just feels better since the hit detection is so much better. I have played BF2 and couldn't stand it, so I always stuck with COD games. Just about an hour ago I bought BF3 and have decided to give it another try. I have always prefers call of duty for it's 60fps and smooth gameplay, but that is no longer the case. MW3 feel incomplete and broken, and most my friends on Facebook are saying the same thing, so it's not just me. The only reason I am giving it a 0 score is because I want the call of duty franchise to realize that they have gone downhill, and are taking people's money based soley on all of the hype surrounding this game. I really do hope they learn from their mistakes, and come out with something better next year, or severely improve this game with updates. I understand a lot of bf3 fanboys have reviewed this game without playing it, but I assure you that I have played it, and I'm telling you to save your money unless they fix this broken game. All I can say is I am REALLY disappointed, to the extent that I just bough bf3 after not even liking bf2...… Expand
  97. JJnBear
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Please do not buy this game. It is one of the biggest wastes of money EVER. Activision makes MILLIONS of dollars off of the COD series, and then puts forth absolutely no effort into the games. They brought in a second developer, and for what???

    This isn't MW3...it's MW2.1. It is the EXACT same game. You can't add a couple of new perks (which are horrible, by the way) and a couple of new    Please do not buy this game. It is one of the biggest wastes of money EVER. Activision makes MILLIONS of dollars off of the COD series, and then puts forth absolutely no effort into the games. They brought in a second developer, and for what???

    This isn't MW3...it's MW2.1. It is the EXACT same game. You can't add a couple of new perks (which are horrible, by the way) and a couple of new guns and say it's a new game. Here's a list of things IW copied and pasted from MW2, as well as other problems. The sound effects: There is no difference what so ever. The explosions, which sounded like cartoon explosions in MW2, are the exact same. The voices (with one or two additions) are the exact same. They even say the same crap!

    The graphics: It looks exactly the same as MW2, with a few tweaks. Um, yeah, it's been two years, so the graphics are a little better, but they put forth no REAL effort. The maps: Almost every map that I've played is a copy of an MW2 map, with minor changes. Additionally, the maps have major design flaws. There are too many building and other places to camp. The maps are also too vertical. You shouldn't have to look up every second of the game because you're worried someone will shoot you from a window or railing. This is supposed to be a run and gun style game, but IW's map design begs people to camp. The hit detection: Without a doubt, the hit detection in this game is ATROCIOUS. I have to shoot people a minimum of 14 times (at close range), only to be killed by 2 shots in the shin. Excuse me? How can it be so incredibly bad? The answer is, I have no idea. Misc: There's splitscreen, but once again, Activision's developers are so lazy that you cannot sign into a second player's account on PS3. This is absolutely inexcusable. Panic knifing is also back and annoying as ever.    … Expand
  98. juansebas02
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Guys I Love Call of duty... U guys have been always the best( i always buy both Battlefield and COD, and stick with call) but u guys messed up. nothing new in this game. Good luck in a future ;)
  99. pyGamer
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    MW3 is the last CoD I will buy. In fact if I could be given my money back I would do. Does this game contains new lines of code? Does it contains any new experience? It's the same old game repacked and put on sale again and again...Last CoD
  100. Papieros
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    This is honestly just MW2.1 this is awful. I can't believe I stayed up and went to a midnight launch for this. Complete waste of money, i'm taking this back to the store after work today to trade it in (or return it if they let me) and get battlefield 3. God IW is so lazy this is more or less THE EXACT SAME GAME as MW2 with a couple minor tweaks. Waste of damn money.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

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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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