Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

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  1. W1ndows
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    What disturbs me the most is the overall gaming community dosen't in fact dislike this game. For attention or dramatics. Haters are going to hate. If you love Call of Duty you'll enjoy Modern Warfare 3. The Infinity Ward engine hasn't updated much since CoD 4 but what most don't understand the 60 fps essentially separates the engine from most FPS on a console. The campaign as always isWhat disturbs me the most is the overall gaming community dosen't in fact dislike this game. For attention or dramatics. Haters are going to hate. If you love Call of Duty you'll enjoy Modern Warfare 3. The Infinity Ward engine hasn't updated much since CoD 4 but what most don't understand the 60 fps essentially separates the engine from most FPS on a console. The campaign as always is extremely linear not giving the player much freedom to roam and discover. Survival is fun with a friend but what surprises me is the lack of 4 player co-op. Major let down from Sledgehammer and IW. Multiplayer is addicting as the previous titles. I myself found many similarities from MW2 in MW3. Call it MW2.5 or over priced down loadable content it is the Modern Warfare 2 we've always wanted it to be. Balanced! Not much has changed but it's a definite improvement. In some aspects it lacks creativity. The multiplayer maps are claustrophobic and out of the 16 maps shipped with the game you seem to only cycle through seven of the same maps. These development studios aren't to blame for a game that feels literally rushed and unfinished. Activision sole purpose is to deliver a new CoD title every holiday season/every year. Gamers knew exactly what they were getting themselves into when they purchased this game. If you expected anything more than what it is your decision purchasing the game and being disappointed is your fault. Do some research before purchasing a title or at least rent the game, so on and so on. What frustrates me is I know so many people that made it clear to me that this is one of the worst games ever made and how they feel robbed but continue to play the game as if they somewhat enjoyed it? I'm left confused by the community or their intensions to totally destroy a video game in the first place. Overall the game is fun but it dosen't reinvent the genre or improve much to take it to the next level. The game deserves a 8.5. Anything less is a representation of a immature community. If you want to play Skyrim well then go play it without insulting a franchise that is in a completely different genre.… Expand
  2. starscreamerx31
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Its the same game as modern warfare 4. I cant believe the developers are actually charging full price for this garbage. It would have made sense to maybe make this a 30 dollar expansion,Being that the campaign is only 4-5 hours long, and the muti-player is simply a few tweaks here and there. Do your self a favor and put your money into something else
  3. Moonstrider
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    The first CoD: Modern Warfare was a great game, all the others are just expensive map packs. There's absolutely no innovation, that's the sad truth; Activision destroyed this franchise. Don't ever waste your money on it.
  4. 13TX
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Call of duty modern warfare 3 is the best first person shooter I have ever played.... Bar none. He maps are super realistic and the killstreaks are much improved. I love the new system that upgrades each weapon as your proficiency with it increases. Infinity Ward and Activision knocked it out of the park with this one.
  5. ValleA7x
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    First of all. This game is really good. And yes, I agree with all of you tools that love bf3 so much. This is not an innovative game. Not even a little bit. BUT that doesn't make it a bad game. This is still a 9. CoD4 was purely amazing, but this new game is still a better game than that one. More polished, better multiplayer, Spec Ops, SURVIVAL MODE and ofc better graphics. And if youFirst of all. This game is really good. And yes, I agree with all of you tools that love bf3 so much. This is not an innovative game. Not even a little bit. BUT that doesn't make it a bad game. This is still a 9. CoD4 was purely amazing, but this new game is still a better game than that one. More polished, better multiplayer, Spec Ops, SURVIVAL MODE and ofc better graphics. And if you can't see all of those things, then you either have to be blind or a total retard. This game is not a game that tries to do something new, but this is a part of a series. not like from the old CoDs that was WW2 to this modern warfare. I own both Battlefield 3 and CoD: MW3 and I like them both. The graphics are impressive on BF3 but graphics isn't all aye? CoD still have better feeling, you can actually see and feel the 60 fps (frames per second for you turd-faces out there) So my final answer is that this game is really, really, really good. Not as mind-blowing as CoD4 was but still a better game. Period.… Expand
  6. davenbettridge
    Nov 13, 2011
    7
    The Call of Duty creators must be criticized for having the greatest opportunity in the industry with unlimited resources to only coming up with a half good product. CoD is value for money but is lacking in original creativity. The special Ops is well done, the story pretty much sucks (no excuses it sucks), and the multiplayer is the same as ever with little innovation. I do recommend MW3The Call of Duty creators must be criticized for having the greatest opportunity in the industry with unlimited resources to only coming up with a half good product. CoD is value for money but is lacking in original creativity. The special Ops is well done, the story pretty much sucks (no excuses it sucks), and the multiplayer is the same as ever with little innovation. I do recommend MW3 due its surface fun and value for money but it lacks to what should have been something much much more.… Expand
  7. mikediesel11
    Nov 13, 2011
    5
    They pretty much stole there killstreaks from other games. They took the reaper idea, the helicopter that tags enemies manually, the remote tank etc. from the game HOMEFRONT. They stole the "advanced UAV" from black ops but somehow made it useless. when you watch the reaper kill cam it looks like the missile strike from medal of honor. They stole how killstreaks stack even if you dieThey pretty much stole there killstreaks from other games. They took the reaper idea, the helicopter that tags enemies manually, the remote tank etc. from the game HOMEFRONT. They stole the "advanced UAV" from black ops but somehow made it useless. when you watch the reaper kill cam it looks like the missile strike from medal of honor. They stole how killstreaks stack even if you die and how other actions count toward your killstreak from Medal of Honor and Homefront. just an unoriginal game. the guns do feel good though.… Expand
  8. Faysmoothiez
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is the same as MW2 i'm sorry i don't see no change in the game $60 down the drain. Infinity Ward & Sledgehammer Games took previous game ideas like COD4-old red dot site/World at War- bouncing betty/ MW2- The engine, animation, shaded color, movement & ect../Black Ops-Perks idea. Infinity Ward & Sledgehammer don't go no further and Activision please Call ofCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is the same as MW2 i'm sorry i don't see no change in the game $60 down the drain. Infinity Ward & Sledgehammer Games took previous game ideas like COD4-old red dot site/World at War- bouncing betty/ MW2- The engine, animation, shaded color, movement & ect../Black Ops-Perks idea. Infinity Ward & Sledgehammer don't go no further and Activision please Call of Duty is not your lord & savior
    BRING JASON WEST & VINCE ZAMPELLA BACK TO TAKE CONTROL OF THIS FRANCHISE.    … Expand
  9. Raidenkov
    Nov 13, 2011
    4
    It's been almost a week from release of MW3 and I still cannot log on online server of Multiplayers Game. I am a PS3 user and I have been exciting about MW3 before its release and on top of 60 bucks game, I also purchased some modification to my controller to help me better shot in the multiplayer games. Sadly, when I get the game copy, it keep telling me that "The MW3 online service isIt's been almost a week from release of MW3 and I still cannot log on online server of Multiplayers Game. I am a PS3 user and I have been exciting about MW3 before its release and on top of 60 bucks game, I also purchased some modification to my controller to help me better shot in the multiplayer games. Sadly, when I get the game copy, it keep telling me that "The MW3 online service is not available, please check the status bla bla bla". My PS3 works fine and PSN works fine as well, I can log on servers of every other games like Uncharted 3, but it's just a pain in the a** for MW3. Activision and IW, please fix this or I have to sell my PS3 copy and get a XBOX version, which mean I will pay extra for XBOX LIVE membership.… Expand
  10. TheProCritic
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Best Cod out yet. everything that is good about the other COD's and then some, it is a large re-hash of MW2, but the online is still very very very fun.
  11. himynameissudip
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    Modern Warfare 3 certainly isn't a leap forward for the series and it's not going to win over any skeptics. However is it does refine on everything from the last entry in the series. The single player campaign wraps up the modern warfare as best as possible. The excellent COD multiplayer returns with some improvements and updates. The Co-op is much in improved and adds a hoard-mode to theModern Warfare 3 certainly isn't a leap forward for the series and it's not going to win over any skeptics. However is it does refine on everything from the last entry in the series. The single player campaign wraps up the modern warfare as best as possible. The excellent COD multiplayer returns with some improvements and updates. The Co-op is much in improved and adds a hoard-mode to the experience. This may not sound like glowing review but rest assured the game is excellent and for those who know what they're getting into, this game gives more hours more dollar than any other. Unless you hate COD for no reason, which is a lot of people, it's worth a look.… Expand
  12. ReadySetReview
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    This game was a huge misunderstanding to all of the high kill low death players that are used to the game specs of modern warfare 2, the team from sledghammer and Infinity Ward came together and made what us mild players call "fair game" in the multiplayer aspect. People that give this game a no score don't appreciate what the creators have done for the finale of this awesome franchise. IfThis game was a huge misunderstanding to all of the high kill low death players that are used to the game specs of modern warfare 2, the team from sledghammer and Infinity Ward came together and made what us mild players call "fair game" in the multiplayer aspect. People that give this game a no score don't appreciate what the creators have done for the finale of this awesome franchise. If you don't like the game I hear gamestop is offering 30 dollars for the game since you guys think this awesome game is not worth it and go back to crap ops, if anyone is still playing it.… Expand
  13. mopar1498
    Nov 13, 2011
    6
    Well, I traded in BF3 for MW3 this week and was pleasently surprised. After MW2, I really wasn't expecting much but MW3 is a decent game:

    Pros: 1) Guns are amazing. 2) I really like what they have done with the kill streaks. The introduction of the support package is brilliant and makes the game more enjoyable for the average player that can't get a 20 kill streak every game. Cons: 1)    Well, I traded in BF3 for MW3 this week and was pleasently surprised. After MW2, I really wasn't expecting much but MW3 is a decent game:

    Pros:

    1) Guns are amazing.

    2) I really like what they have done with the kill streaks. The introduction of the support package is brilliant and makes the game more enjoyable for the average player that can't get a 20 kill streak every game.

    Cons:

    1) The lag is worse than ever. More than any game I have every played, your performance is directly related to your internet connection. This is the biggest letdown of the entire COD series. It's very frustrating hitting an enemy with half a magazine only to have them stop, turn, aim, and shoot with a pistol and kill you with one shot, then have the killcam show you never even fired.

    2) The spawn points are ridiculous. Just like MW2, you constantly spawn in front of an enemy, away from your team, only to get shot immediately. Why can Treyarch get this right and Infinity or Sledgehammer or who ever the heck can't?

    3) Speaking of not getting it right, what is the deal with quick scoping sniper rifles? Treyarch did a decent job of controlling this but the quick scoping idiots are back in full force in MW3. That had to be one of the 3 biggest complaints about MW2 and COD 4 and they still can't fix it? A sniper rifle is supposed to be a sniper rifle, not a close range single shot kill shotgun. Absolutely unacceptable.

    4) Campaign is utterly forgettable. I remember what an intriguing and amazing campaign COD 4 had, but apparently Infinity shot their load with that one installment because the last two Modern Warfare campaigns have been a monumental waste of time.

    5) Spec Ops mode is ok to play through once but there is no replay value what so ever. I found myself playing Black Ops zombies incessently because it was a ton of fun and always interesting. Plus you could play it online with 3 other people which always makes it interesting.

    Overall I would give MW3 a 6 on a scale of 1 to 10. But multiplayer is the only reason to own this game. Black Ops is cleary the superior game in all regards. Treyarch is now the premier studio under the Activision umbrella.

    And as for Battlefield 3, nice try EA. Call of Duty killer? Not even close and not even worth a review.    … Expand
  14. irixcolirio
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    I LOVE THIS GAME ONLINE IS FANTASTIC!!!!!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  15. FOLKEEN
    Nov 13, 2011
    7
    i buy this game like 4 days ago finish the story and leave it alone yes it`s full of epic moments yes have a lot a weapons but:
    all the weapons feel like plastic no fisic no weight no cool sound the missions are very very short you could end a mission in like 5 minutes you never play as soap i mean he`s one of the main characters the multiplayer is for n00bs give me a break you start the    i buy this game like 4 days ago finish the story and leave it alone yes it`s full of epic moments yes have a lot a weapons but:
    all the weapons feel like plastic no fisic no weight no cool sound the missions are very very short you could end a mission in like 5 minutes you never play as soap i mean he`s one of the main characters the multiplayer is for n00bs give me a break you start the multiplayer with a G36 with grenade launcher and red dot sight you should fight for that and they just give it in the first moment no challenge FEELS LIKE MODERN WARFARE 2.5 DLC    … Expand
  16. pariswho
    Nov 13, 2011
    1
    Allow me to start with the pros, Modern Warfare 3 boasts a whopping 60 frames per second, A legion of mutiplayer followers, and a lot of my friends, that being said... This iteration of Call of Duty takes the cake for the worst game to date. I hear many arguments about Activision VS Treyarc(h? I can't quite remember currently how to spell it) but this is honestly just a rehash of ModernAllow me to start with the pros, Modern Warfare 3 boasts a whopping 60 frames per second, A legion of mutiplayer followers, and a lot of my friends, that being said... This iteration of Call of Duty takes the cake for the worst game to date. I hear many arguments about Activision VS Treyarc(h? I can't quite remember currently how to spell it) but this is honestly just a rehash of Modern warfare 2, with bad graphics, awful maps and little to no gun variation, and there is no innovation, it's like a big middle finger to anyone that was looking forward to playing this game at all...
    I run this game on a 1080i HD screen, and the graphics, honestly look cartoony to me, there's a sepia/beige overtone to almost every map, and the entire game just looks... off. The guns come off as rough, bulky and just plain ugly, with about 6 of them in each category. The attachments while varied(For this game) look the same on every gun, I.E. My ak47 red dot looks exactly like every other red dot scope this adds to a bulky SMG, in the middle of my line of sight and it's ugly!
    The maps themselves feel and play very weird, I mean it's like they wanted to get rid of camping but instead, made a game where the only way to play well is to camp like there's no tomorrow. You're consistently getting shot in the back and, when you're not you're getting sniped. The respawning is horrible, I've literally respawned next to an opponent in almost every match and when playing hardcore this creates moments when you're waiting to respawn more then you're playing the game. So while it seems like they tried to lessen camping, it made the need for camping even greater. Not to mention the fat that these maps are so... Narrow, there are barely any open places (think nuketown). And my biggest complaint is that they all look the same Cluttered with some destroyed vehicle sitting in the middle of the field sprinkle some sepia here, or add snow there, boom done. It's like being punched over and over again.
    I compare this game to black ops because I played Black ops multiplayer a lot more then other COD Multiplayer, and in black ops there were a ton of guns, a ton of camos for your gun, and better yet the guns looked different, I knew what the hell the commando looked like (and thought it was cool as **** too, a circle gun? **** YES!) I knew what the AK looked like, the famas the galil, within days of playing I could tell every assault rifle apart from others... In Mw2... I mean 3, They all look the same, with some black handle sticking out of them. the biggest variation is the Ak47 which looks (Slightly) different from most other guns. There is very little camo variation (WHYISTHIS?)
    Other faults (that I've found)
    They brought back quick scoping (THISIZSOFAKIWANTTOSHOOTMYSLFWHNEVRISEEEeeeeeIT)
    Massive connection problems and glitches
    Spec ops is not Zombies, will never be Zombies and should stop trying to be zombies. (I don't understand why they don't just add in zombies too...)
    There's something off in the aiming, I'll be using a sniper rifle across the map (yes i snipe, because I have to) and have someone dead to rights, shoot and miss, how do i miss your chest? and then get quckscoped in the face... The perks... I personally do not like any of the perks...
    JUGGERNAUT    … Expand
  17. Ietuan
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    Reading through all the negative comments about this game I am left wondering if these people who have such horrible opinions of it are even playing the same game I am. So many claim that the game is "exactly the same as MW2" and "feels more like an expansion pack." Really? They completely changed the perk system, so now it feels more balanced than ever. Unlike in MW2, the guns all haveReading through all the negative comments about this game I am left wondering if these people who have such horrible opinions of it are even playing the same game I am. So many claim that the game is "exactly the same as MW2" and "feels more like an expansion pack." Really? They completely changed the perk system, so now it feels more balanced than ever. Unlike in MW2, the guns all have some kick and sway which actually makes the game challenging. Kill streaks have now been replaced by the brilliant point streak system which rewards all styles of play. The specialist and support strike packages are also fun new additions which can change the way you play the game entirely. Weapon XP and proficiency are also a cool addition which adds a new dynamic to the game similar to the way cod points did in Black Ops... so again, really?? If this is "just an expansion pack" then I think it's an amazing one. I will say though that I do have some issues with the maps; there are too many buildings and they really do feel maze-like, and sometimes the lag is a little ridiculous. All-in-all I think this is the best cod yet and I am very satisfied with my purchase. Oh and I was obviously only talking about the multiplayer, if you bought this game for the campaign... lol… Expand
  18. Ineffa
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    I have never felt more used in all my life. All of activisions misleading advertising made me believe they had produced a new and exciting game and I now feel like they have raped me. This is NOT a new game. Don't let them bully you into believing it with all there CASH PAID professional reviews. It is MW2 with minor tweaks and new maps. MW3 is a cash cow and nothing more.
    What hurts the    I have never felt more used in all my life. All of activisions misleading advertising made me believe they had produced a new and exciting game and I now feel like they have raped me. This is NOT a new game. Don't let them bully you into believing it with all there CASH PAID professional reviews. It is MW2 with minor tweaks and new maps. MW3 is a cash cow and nothing more.
    What hurts the most is I loved the COD series until it finally hit me. Its the same game after all these years.

    Please. Don't buy this game. Save you hard earned money on something else like Uncharted 3, Skyward Sword or Skyrim. FPS is DEAD.    … Expand
  19. MyFirstShark
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Absolutely terrible. One of the worst cod game's to date. Every COD game has been different in some way. This isn't mw3... its mw 2.5. 85% of the stuff is the same, guns, killstreaks, etc.. This game makes me appreciate Black ops. This is just a polished game of MW2, with everything patched and tweaked. Your paying $67 (Including taxes) for the same thing! The maps are cluttered, andAbsolutely terrible. One of the worst cod game's to date. Every COD game has been different in some way. This isn't mw3... its mw 2.5. 85% of the stuff is the same, guns, killstreaks, etc.. This game makes me appreciate Black ops. This is just a polished game of MW2, with everything patched and tweaked. Your paying $67 (Including taxes) for the same thing! The maps are cluttered, and things are taken from older cods (ex. buildings) There is hit detection lag, laggy servers. This is nothing special. Not worth living up to the hype. I want a refund. Terrible game. Do not recommend.… Expand
  20. moff1981
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    I, like many others, am unbelievably disappointed by this so called new game. I understand that the COD franchise is based on a game that has a certain layout and method of game play and for years i have enjoyed them year after year. However, this game is almost identical in every way to MW2 which came out 2 years ago and somehow the makers think it is acceptable to resell an existingI, like many others, am unbelievably disappointed by this so called new game. I understand that the COD franchise is based on a game that has a certain layout and method of game play and for years i have enjoyed them year after year. However, this game is almost identical in every way to MW2 which came out 2 years ago and somehow the makers think it is acceptable to resell an existing product and falsely advertise claiming of how wonderfully revamped this game is, when there is very little improvement. The worst thing about this game has to be the problems on the PS3 when attempting to log onto online multiplayer. The existing faults with the old games have now been brought into the "new" game, with constant errors, such as, unable to migrate host and unable to connect to server. For me, this was the main reason i parted with the game 2 days after release date and traded it in to lose £10.00 on the original value.
    I have now converted to playing Battlefield 3 and i must say i was never a huge fan of the battlefield franchise, but on this occasion they have hit the nail on the head. Rant over.    … Expand
  21. Pixiz
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Modern Warfare 1, Modern Warfare 2, Black Ops, Modern Warfare 3...
    Always the same game since 5 years (same engine, same IA, same scripts...).
    Activision does not care about players.
  22. Wenk6
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    How much iteration do we have to get before this series shows us some evolution? Why don't they just release a map pack that wipes out everyones rank an call it a day... I will only be playing BF3 until I see something new to bring me back to the series. I won't hold my breath.
  23. zombie1531
    Nov 13, 2011
    5
    well here we go again, Activision has once again pooped out another cod title. And honestly i can say i don't see that this franchise is going anywhere,the company lacks creative process to try anything new which makes me wonder is this the future of games where game developers release the same thing over and over again,I hope not. This is an okay game don't get me wrong i just wish iwell here we go again, Activision has once again pooped out another cod title. And honestly i can say i don't see that this franchise is going anywhere,the company lacks creative process to try anything new which makes me wonder is this the future of games where game developers release the same thing over and over again,I hope not. This is an okay game don't get me wrong i just wish i could see something new and with all that said i can only give this game a 7/10. yes the multiplayer is decent but its nothing new,and the campaign lacks my interest with just over the top action which makes this game an unrealistic military shooter.… Expand
  24. illin
    Nov 13, 2011
    1
    weak, WEAK, w3aK .. half attempted, crap.. sa as old.as codeefour. ,, Is this the demise of tonyhawk. re[written> ? activision,, kills franchises...
  25. CarbonFiberBusa
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Here's the problem; worst map design to date, copypasta content from mw2, horrid netcode. Game controls dumbed down to eliminate all skill and deliver most arcade like fps ever. Nothing mode then Activision milking the MW name to rip off millions of loyal customers with 100-60 dollar patch.
  26. barbeque86
    Nov 13, 2011
    5
    This is the exact same modern warfare game that was released years ago. Very little has changed besides a few tweaks to multiplayer and spec ops. Fortunately for Infinity Ward the same from them isn't necessarily bad. It is still a very solid game whose only real downside is lack of innovation/change from their previous games. If you've played MW2 or even MW1 you've played this game. UseThis is the exact same modern warfare game that was released years ago. Very little has changed besides a few tweaks to multiplayer and spec ops. Fortunately for Infinity Ward the same from them isn't necessarily bad. It is still a very solid game whose only real downside is lack of innovation/change from their previous games. If you've played MW2 or even MW1 you've played this game. Use your money to buy elder scrolls: skyrim or battlefield 3 instead. overall a rather disappointing game that is no where near deserving of the hype.… Expand
  27. gasperk
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    This game is just like every Call of Duty after MW. Not worth the money... just play MW again its exactly same as this game and any other COD.. buying this would be like buying the same movie 5 times. Stupid Stupid Stupid. Activision is one really sad company.
  28. UrbanSmurf
    Nov 13, 2011
    1
    The multiplayer is not as good as Mw2 and although they have fixed some issues such as nube toobing and camping it feels much too similar to black ops to be worth the £45 that they are charging for it, the campaign was not actually that bad but 5 hours just isnt cutting it. If they had actually spent the time to develop this game properly it could really have had been veryThe multiplayer is not as good as Mw2 and although they have fixed some issues such as nube toobing and camping it feels much too similar to black ops to be worth the £45 that they are charging for it, the campaign was not actually that bad but 5 hours just isnt cutting it. If they had actually spent the time to develop this game properly it could really have had been very good but unfortunately it feels like a carbon copy of Black ops with some elements of mw2 in it for the sake of calling it a sequal.
    I have to admit that I'm dissapointed and have already gone back to Mw2. This will be the last cod game that I buy    … Expand
  29. Colamilkshake
    Nov 13, 2011
    4
    [MP only] Sad. That's the first word I think about when I think MW3. The gameplay is nice, very nice. Sad is that it's just AS nice as MW2. Why? Most likely since it is MW2. New colors, new maps, a (very) few new maps and other stuff, most without any impact at all gamewise. I'm playing the same game as 2 years ago. But it's not only gameplay that's 2 years old. Even when I've pressed X[MP only] Sad. That's the first word I think about when I think MW3. The gameplay is nice, very nice. Sad is that it's just AS nice as MW2. Why? Most likely since it is MW2. New colors, new maps, a (very) few new maps and other stuff, most without any impact at all gamewise. I'm playing the same game as 2 years ago. But it's not only gameplay that's 2 years old. Even when I've pressed X to get away from the "Activision and title"-entry, I meet the same game as 2 years ago. Menus, options, everything.
    And finally, the saddest part. THE MAJOR news about this game is supposed to be the massive connect, compete and improve functionalitys in ELITE. 2 outrageous mess ups:
    1. It's not IN the game, it's freaking outside!!! I have to SHUT DOWN my game to enter this part. 2. Hasn't worked since release. I mean, I thought BF3 was undone on release, but this. You release a 2 year old polished game again and in those 2 years that passed they couldn't managed to make the one new part.    … Expand
  30. iamagamer79
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    i had forgotten to put my score at the end of my very long review earlier.. so i am just writhing this to make up the word count and so that my score will count,this time because i had forgotten to put a score last time. if u want to see my review, then scroll up a bit. its a 0/10 for me
  31. 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
  32. Lawless
    Nov 13, 2011
    1
    I'm very disappointed with modern warfare 3, this should have been a 1200msp dlc expansion pack.
    I gave the game a 1 because a lot of the annoying perks/killstreaks/weapons were removed.
    Nothing new here, critics seem to be afraid to give an honest opinion/score, I hope the devs and publisher read our reviews and get the hint.
  33. Bobbyb373
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    A fantastic game probably the best I have ever played. The incredible campaign, the genius Spec Ops, the completely addictive multiplayer all combine to make this a perfect entertainment package, to be treasured and enjoyed time and time again with your friends. Much more balanced than MW2, it subtly reinvents online play without completely overhauling it. The Co-op is the massiveA fantastic game probably the best I have ever played. The incredible campaign, the genius Spec Ops, the completely addictive multiplayer all combine to make this a perfect entertainment package, to be treasured and enjoyed time and time again with your friends. Much more balanced than MW2, it subtly reinvents online play without completely overhauling it. The Co-op is the massive highlight for me however. More original and engaging than in in MW2, the variety will keep you playing for months, if not years.… Expand
  34. Gamerwillz
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    It's superb! There aren't any bad things I can say about this game. There are no problems in this game at all so I'm enjoying online multiplayer very well. Spec Ops has been revamped with Survival mode which is really entertaining. Loving it to bits! Although this game is similar to MW2 but with all different maps!
  35. Mimzymoo
    Nov 13, 2011
    2
    The textures on the ps3 are not as sharp as the 360 version. The game install size is a paltry 50mb where as the Hard Drive install on the 360 is over 7gb resulting in faster texture streaming, quieter console. Ps3 gets a noisy bluray, blurry textures and overheating. 

    The maps are tight, cramped messy looking affairs often consisting of broken structure with camping spots    The textures on the ps3 are not as sharp as the 360 version. The game install size is a paltry 50mb where as the Hard Drive install on the 360 is over 7gb resulting in faster texture streaming, quieter console. Ps3 gets a noisy bluray, blurry textures and overheating. 

    The maps are tight, cramped messy looking affairs often consisting of broken structure with camping spots galore.

    Enemies can get to you from 4 or 5 angles often. 

    The engine is 7 years old that has been tweaked here and there. BF3 has a new Frostbite 2 engine that has introduced large scale warfare maps.

    The network is my biggest gripe, and when you consider it's rival BF3 has introduced dedicated servers the same old tired p2p hosted games just isn't acceptable anymore. 

    it's with reluctance I score MW3 so low.    … Expand
  36. GhostPlayer
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    magnifik jeu les armen or cest tellemen bien fait une campagne magnifik avec le mode survi ki est enorme on peut encor faire les trickshoot mais c un peu plu compliker
  37. vad213
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Not much new with MW3, small maps without many variations in elevation, the maps do not have many large open spots to create a challenge. Just a cheesy expensive expansion pack that somehow sucked in the game reviewer sites into rating it high. The elite service that sucked so many in doesn't work and it to is also expensive with awful customer service( the didn't realize with projectedNot much new with MW3, small maps without many variations in elevation, the maps do not have many large open spots to create a challenge. Just a cheesy expensive expansion pack that somehow sucked in the game reviewer sites into rating it high. The elite service that sucked so many in doesn't work and it to is also expensive with awful customer service( the didn't realize with projected $400,000,000 in sales that there was a demand). I can hardly wait to see what the guys that left come up with next, that game is one the I am interested in.… Expand
  38. 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
  39. 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.
  40. 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
  41. Arctos
    Nov 13, 2011
    2
    A perfectly playable game. The online is fun. It'll last you a few hours.

    But, why not just pick up Modern Warfare 1, for under £20? It's exactly the same game. They've put little/ no effort into creating this game [MW3], and it doesn't deserve the success that it's gotten. I understand that it's the same series, so they're going to be similar, but they could at least TRY to    A perfectly playable game. The online is fun. It'll last you a few hours.

    But, why not just pick up Modern Warfare 1, for under £20? It's exactly the same game. They've put little/ no effort into creating this game [MW3], and it doesn't deserve the success that it's gotten. I understand that it's the same series, so they're going to be similar, but they could at least TRY to be SLIGHTLY creative. There are a lot of brilliant games out around this time, so I'd advise getting something else, such as Skyrim, BF3, Uncharted 3, Dark Souls, AC:Revelations. Just don't waste your money on this **** £40 of my cash wasted.    … Expand
  42. john-the-wolf
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    This game is very similiar to past iterations of MW. The single player is as good as mw1 and the sepcial ops are better than mw2 as you can now play online. You also get to level up as in multiplayer. As for mutliplayer I've never been a great fan as you sometimes feel like you runaround like a chicken with no head. I would say it's pretty much the same as before. All i all no a bad game
  43. Reggie2780
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very racist game... no black soldiers that you can play with.. and rampant racism online.. PASS on this game if you are African-american, they have a scene where the go to Africa and shoot up a village.. thanks Infinity Ward for giving racist people another way to shoot up black people... 55% of MW players are African american.. remember that...… Expand
  44. niceshotdude
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    The game is indeed like mw2 and mw1, but these games were perfect? Why change when you already have a perfect formula. Everything i hate is removed, no stopping power, oma, noobtubes have got extremely nerfed and so did the shotguns. There are more weapons, and a better new way to unlock new attachments and camos. BF fan boys telling that the game is just about levelling up are ****The game is indeed like mw2 and mw1, but these games were perfect? Why change when you already have a perfect formula. Everything i hate is removed, no stopping power, oma, noobtubes have got extremely nerfed and so did the shotguns. There are more weapons, and a better new way to unlock new attachments and camos. BF fan boys telling that the game is just about levelling up are **** hypocrites, because that is exactly what bf3 is about too, except it was activision (actually IW) who were first to have such a system in their games. I also like this games arcadish style which makes it fun to play. BF3's simulation style was interesting at first, but then the restrictions of realism made the game boring. The single player is alright, the spec ops are a bit dull, the survival is awesome, the multiplayer makes bf3 look like garbage. BF3's graphics are more realistic, that's true, but i liked mw3's graphics more, because they are brighter, better presented and composed.… Expand
  45. mikelasvegas
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Expensive DLC content is all you are getting. There is little value in the way of new content. The game does not perform equally across all platforms. The storyline is the same confusing trash that everyone has played before. The critics must have been paid or too scared to give an accurate review of this game. Just look at the difference between critic and user reviews. LISTEN TOExpensive DLC content is all you are getting. There is little value in the way of new content. The game does not perform equally across all platforms. The storyline is the same confusing trash that everyone has played before. The critics must have been paid or too scared to give an accurate review of this game. Just look at the difference between critic and user reviews. LISTEN TO THE PLAYERS...they are not getting paid to write their opinion. The low rating is an accurate score for this game. If you own any of the previous COD games, you are better off saving your money and playing those because its the same experience.… Expand
  46. MakingAPoint
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    So I have never posted on metacritic, but I signed up for one reason and one reason only, to give this game a fair shake. I purchased Battlefield 3 and almost considered NOT buying mw3 because of all the negative reviews on here. I'm glad I didn't listen. It's true, they didn't make a lot of changes to this game from the last installment of MW3, and on reading that, I was disappointed.So I have never posted on metacritic, but I signed up for one reason and one reason only, to give this game a fair shake. I purchased Battlefield 3 and almost considered NOT buying mw3 because of all the negative reviews on here. I'm glad I didn't listen. It's true, they didn't make a lot of changes to this game from the last installment of MW3, and on reading that, I was disappointed. I liked the conflict of COD vs BF and wanted them to both make great improvements as a result. I also am disappointed at the way things transpired with the original makers of COD, it's a bad break. That being said, I picked up my copy of COD and popped it in ready to be disappointed with the same old game being done again. But it took me playing the game to realize...it doesn't matter. This game has been a favorite for a reason, its fun to play, the campaign (though not as good as the original) holds up equally as well as the previous 2 MW's and everything from spec ops to multiplayer are still just as great. SOOO much better than Black ops was, and I'm glad I spent the money. I can't help but think the negative reviews have to be a combination of BF fanboys and people upset (and rightfully so) about what the firing of the orig creators. That said, if you're on the fence about purchasing this game, pull the trigger (pun intended), if you loved the first two MW's, your going to love this one too. Stop bashing this game and making stupid excuses to do so...the graphics may not be as good as Battlefields, but in my opinion (and thats what all of these are, feel free to form your own) this game is more fun. Love them both, still a bigger COD fan. And for those that think I'm a COD fanboy, I'm a grown man and not the type to feel some sort of brand loyalty and force it down your throat. I just am upset I almost missed out on a great game because some people want to see this game fail for whatever reason. In closing...I agree I'd like to see them improve on this game and add more to it, but whats missing doesn't warrant it getting a 0 or a 5. I'd say this game is a solid 8 or 9, but I'm forced to give it a 10 to outweigh the negative response.… Expand
  47. Matoo-saw6
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    This game is just a call of duty 4 expensive map pack ! With the ugliest graphics that i have ever seen ! What else ? Nothing but please activision stop to make games like this because the next year it will be dangerous for you !
  48. BONG10
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Quietly could be sold as a single MW2 DLC which in turn is a DLC MW1. Where is the innovation, guys? It's been about five years and we're still taking the money to the users with the same products but with a different cover. Shame
  49. 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 !
  50. Risso
    Nov 13, 2011
    1
    The multiplayer on MW3 (which is what we buy it for after all) is dreadful. Lazy, uninspiring maps that are all lazy rehashes of old COD maps. Interchange for example, is so similar to underpass that you can't believe that they could get away with it. There isn't a single stand out map, and they're all far too frantic, with no possibility of tactics or team play.
  51. kdcoke
    Nov 13, 2011
    3
    The most dissapointing cod game so far, single player is cheesy but thats what we have come to expect from the series, AI is terrible, constenly throwing grenades and running straight at the player trying to melee, graphics and sound quality is not to the same standard of other fps games like killzone 3 and battlefield 3. spec ops is great, by far the best part of this game, same problemsThe most dissapointing cod game so far, single player is cheesy but thats what we have come to expect from the series, AI is terrible, constenly throwing grenades and running straight at the player trying to melee, graphics and sound quality is not to the same standard of other fps games like killzone 3 and battlefield 3. spec ops is great, by far the best part of this game, same problems with the AI as single player but overall its the most fun part of the game, but it will become repetitive quite quickly. The multiplayer is awful!! small maps with objects everywhere creating plenty of choke points, meaning if your an objective based player be prepared to die a lot, stackable killstreaks are a nightmare, players sitting in corners or the choke points trying to get the streaks up, matchmaking is the worst of any cod series, if you have just stared playing and you are a low level expect to go up against high level players, these high level players with have unlocked some of the better perks and most of the pro versions, meaning they have a major advantage, i'm an expierenced cod player so although this is annoying i can still put in good games, for new players expect to die alot!! If you like dying by sniper rifles shooting you 2 feet away, stabbing from 10 feet away and hip firing from range then try out the multiplayer, to get certain perks you have to level, which is very annoying because untill you reach that level its harder to play objective based games, black ops let players buy perks and equipment and any stage as long as they had cod points, now i have to level to get the perks i need to help me play the objective, the above reasons will make it hard for any new player to get into this game, there are plenty of other problems with the multiplayer but to many to list. This cod game has taken a step backwards from black ops, what with so many other good games out there, this game is not going to be on my playlist, i preordered the elite copy, but canceled it, which im glad i did, this game is worth renting and playing but not worth the price to buy it new. I can totally understand peoples comments, the hype, the price, and its all a big let down. This game gets a 3 just for spec ops...… Expand
  52. Zeph
    Nov 13, 2011
    5
    This game felt like a big middle finger to the CoD fans. When you release a brand new game, it should be expected that a lot of refinement and effort goes into it. Instead, IW and Sledgehammer pull this crap off that looks half-assed, relying on the popularity of MW and MW2 to push sales. If you think 1 new mode and a few lighting and water improvements are significant in a new release,This game felt like a big middle finger to the CoD fans. When you release a brand new game, it should be expected that a lot of refinement and effort goes into it. Instead, IW and Sledgehammer pull this crap off that looks half-assed, relying on the popularity of MW and MW2 to push sales. If you think 1 new mode and a few lighting and water improvements are significant in a new release, then more power to you, but I feel most gamers are going to turn their nose up at this. There are 16 maps, all of them don't feel varied enough like other CoD games. They all felt like close-quarter chaos. For a franchise that is as popular as this, and brings in a much revenue as it does, it is inexcusable that more refinement didn't go into this game. There aren't even dedicated ranked servers, that is pathetic when other shooters pull that off with less revenue. This game doesn't deserve a 0 or 1, it can be fun, it also in no way deserves a 10, or 9 for that matter. I'm giving it a 5. Everything in this game that felt good, something else just was plain awful or lackluster.… Expand
  53. Mrprince
    Nov 13, 2011
    2
    Why this note? down first so that you can move a
    Let me explain MW2> MW3 with a new map pack is 70euro Whaouuu
    Talk about innovation you would seriously improve your game could feel her that you rest on your achievements You've probably found the right way to sell your games but it starts a little soul to be long Improve your graphics mess we are in 2012 and soon you still have graphics    Why this note? down first so that you can move a
    Let me explain MW2> MW3 with a new map pack is 70euro Whaouuu
    Talk about innovation you would seriously improve your game could feel her that you rest on your achievements
    You've probably found the right way to sell your games but it starts a little soul to be long
    Improve your graphics mess we are in 2012 and soon you still have graphics worthy of a PS2 game but still good if the games are based on the graphic look at the improvements of BF3 and I do not mean in graphics
    Them at least it works for giving us something good not a plagiarism of MW2
    I have a message to developers as to stop people for pigeons and stop your questions about your assets    … Expand
  54. fiof
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    nice game not very bad 8/10 i dont know why 0 anyway cool game 8 or 9 that rating but they must edit this game add new things in this game not copyright
  55. kingasa2020
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Modern Warfare 3 is just another marvel from infinity ward. With a brand new spec ops survival mode, players are certainly going to sink hours into this with an all new ranking mode, guns to unlock and different maps to unlock. The single player campaign has its ups and downs and is overall pretty decent. Although the multiplayer seems to be very similar to previous games, with tons ofModern Warfare 3 is just another marvel from infinity ward. With a brand new spec ops survival mode, players are certainly going to sink hours into this with an all new ranking mode, guns to unlock and different maps to unlock. The single player campaign has its ups and downs and is overall pretty decent. Although the multiplayer seems to be very similar to previous games, with tons of challenges to complete, new improved weapons, new strike packages systems, and a very fun kill confirmed mode, MW3 is a marvel.… Expand
  56. Kondor999
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Gun Porn. Ridiculous story, boring twitch-based gameplay, endless enemies on every level (aka "monster closet" syndrome), dated graphics...I could go on, but why bother.

    This game represents everything that is currently wrong with gaming in general. It's mindless, it's violent, and it's not even vaguely realistic. If you want a fun game of this sort, get Battlefield 3. If you want    Gun Porn. Ridiculous story, boring twitch-based gameplay, endless enemies on every level (aka "monster closet" syndrome), dated graphics...I could go on, but why bother.

    This game represents everything that is currently wrong with gaming in general. It's mindless, it's violent, and it's not even vaguely realistic. If you want a fun game of this sort, get Battlefield 3. If you want something realistic, get ARMA II. If you want to waste your money, get this.    … Expand
  57. izzy-7860
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    awesome game really,dont know why its got such bad feedback and reviews. this is a brilliant game and is well worth $60 or £45. campaign is brilliant,spec ops is fantastic and multiplayer is phenomenal.
  58. F3k-MW3-its4kid
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Where should i begin, SAME GRAPHICS, SAME GAMEPLAY, SAD ATTEMPT FOR A ZOMBIE MODE CLONE(SURVIVAL MODE) Team Death match wit dog tags completely trash and all you do is pick up their dog tag after you kill them for an easy level boost, its not fun its boring and the experience feels no different than a standard team death match. Nearly all guns work the same. The environment is made forWhere should i begin, SAME GRAPHICS, SAME GAMEPLAY, SAD ATTEMPT FOR A ZOMBIE MODE CLONE(SURVIVAL MODE) Team Death match wit dog tags completely trash and all you do is pick up their dog tag after you kill them for an easy level boost, its not fun its boring and the experience feels no different than a standard team death match. Nearly all guns work the same. The environment is made for campers as like the typical cod series has been there's no fun to it at all its the SAME GAME NOTHING NEW AT ALL FROM THE SECOND YOU PUT THE GAME IN YOU HAVE THE FEELING OF NOSTALGIA. I mean com on you could at least change the menu screens up!!! everything is the same and to charge 60$!!!! you really have to ask your self this question what are you missing out when there's so many other great games giving you a new experience when this one hasn't changed at all. Uncharted 3,SKYRIM,BATMAN, ASSASSINS CREED ALL THESE GAMES> OVER MW3.… Expand
  59. Cockhound69
    Nov 13, 2011
    3
    I first bought this game for PC and played it for about 2 hours before I realized just how much they have abandoned the platform to complete failure. Its not even worth the 2 I gave it in the review. However, when I traded it in and picked it up for PS3, its not so bad, its just mediocre. I'm still going to get rid of it in about 4 hours and pick up MW2 for 20 bucks (because they're theI first bought this game for PC and played it for about 2 hours before I realized just how much they have abandoned the platform to complete failure. Its not even worth the 2 I gave it in the review. However, when I traded it in and picked it up for PS3, its not so bad, its just mediocre. I'm still going to get rid of it in about 4 hours and pick up MW2 for 20 bucks (because they're the same game).… Expand
  60. fps_grandma
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Despite being a long time fan of call of duty I couldn't take this any more. modern warfare 3 has degraded into an overrated cash cow and a copy and paste of previous titles. Save your precious money by not buying this worthless game.
  61. 1AmoK
    Nov 13, 2011
    1
    I feel like I has Déjà Vu. Whole game is same as it ever was, whole buildings was recycled from earliest CoD games. Physics? Nope. Destruction? Nope. Scripts? Hell yes, tons of scripts. I think This is worst "AAA" title of this year.
  62. ludwig
    Nov 13, 2011
    2
    Comment dire ? c'est un copier / coller de Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 ... payer 70 euros pour un " DLC " c'est l'arnaque complète ! Remettre un jeu avec le même moteur graphique et nous remettre presque la même chose ... c'est un honte ! j'appelle ça du " Réchauffé " ! et en plus de ça il veulentComment dire ? c'est un copier / coller de Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 ... payer 70 euros pour un " DLC " c'est l'arnaque complète ! Remettre un jeu avec le même moteur graphique et nous remettre presque la même chose ... c'est un honte ! j'appelle ça du " Réchauffé " ! et en plus de ça il veulent faire une vingtaine de DLC payant a environ 14 euros , c'est vraiment prendre les joueurs pour des pigeons !!! le jeu aurait dût être a 30 euros environs le prix de deux DLC ... et encore ! Je pèse mes mots ! une honte !… Expand
  63. Capde10
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    At school, I learned that copying is bad. At least, when I copied works from Internet, I tried to hide it as much I as could. MW3 is just like a work copied from Wikipedia, without removing the blue links.
  64. marcosguilherme
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    Não importa como o jogo esteja, mas só fato de cod é muito massa, merece!
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  65. 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
  66. dazbobaby
    Nov 13, 2011
    1
    Can anyone say map pack?
    Yes it's call of duty, and that can only mean one thing... nothing has changed, it looks and plays exactly the same as all the other call of duty games.
    £80 for this with Elite (buggy as hell) subscription... waste of money and time.
  67. BaIIsweat
    Nov 13, 2011
    3
    A quick review on the goods... Or bads, rather.

    It's a repackaged Modern Warfare 2, that does a great injustice to Modern Warfare 2. Imagine a delayed version of Modern Warfare 2 with some crappy or only half-way decent new maps. When I said delayed I mean that it takes longer to do everything in this game. Whether that's using a UAV killstreak, aiming, etc. The game isn't very smooth.    A quick review on the goods... Or bads, rather.

    It's a repackaged Modern Warfare 2, that does a great injustice to Modern Warfare 2. Imagine a delayed version of Modern Warfare 2 with some crappy or only half-way decent new maps. When I said delayed I mean that it takes longer to do everything in this game. Whether that's using a UAV killstreak, aiming, etc.

    The game isn't very smooth. I, personally, enjoy Call of Duty for it's fast pace and seamless gameplay. This one seems blockier and slower than it's predecessors.

    They tweaked bullet damage or health or something. It takes longer to get a kill during your standard bullet exchanged, but they've also thrown in a "Wow that's a lucky shot" factor that happens WAY WAY too often. Play for 30 minutes and you'll have experienced enough of it in your favor to go, "WTF?" and not in your favor to say, "Wow, really?"

    Killstreaks might as well be free candy on a parade day, because everyone is getting them and they never stop. I'd love to have 5 seconds without someone on either team calling in another UAV or care package or blah blah blah.

    Hardcore fanboys will say this is a great game, and that it's the best of the series. They're deluded.

    It isn't really a horrible game. It's just a major disappointment. It doesn't live up to the hype. It doesn't even come close to living up to it. I guess I'll be considering myself a Battlefield player when I'm in the mood to get my FPS-on for the next year or so and I'll likely rent the next Call of Duty that comes out before making a purchase. You think they did this whole elite, pay 60 bucks, and get every expansion free for a year crap because they knew this game was going to be this bad?    … Expand
  68. emacinnes
    Nov 13, 2011
    7
    Modern Warfare 3 is like this year's Transfomers sequel. Anybody expecting deep and insightful commentary should look elsewhere, but it does what it does best, and does it well. It's not as pretty to look at as other similarly themed games released at this time, but it's more fun than any of it's type this year. the multiplayer, meh, but then I've never cared for the multiplayer in theseModern Warfare 3 is like this year's Transfomers sequel. Anybody expecting deep and insightful commentary should look elsewhere, but it does what it does best, and does it well. It's not as pretty to look at as other similarly themed games released at this time, but it's more fun than any of it's type this year. the multiplayer, meh, but then I've never cared for the multiplayer in these things, it's more of the same, and the absence of true co-op is still glaring, co-op is still relegated to the "cold soup" version of co-op with secondary missions outside the main story, and the cheap n' tacky "horde" mode type levels.… Expand
  69. wellan999
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    I understand why people note so badly, they want new grafics and a revolution of CoD series. But for me I think that if CoD changes to much, it will not be CoD anymore, you see what I mean . However this is a good game, we have the end of Price history and a pretty good experience in survival mode and Multiplayer with those new strike packages .
    But please next time make a better graphic engine.
  70. Rmdy0
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Modern warfare 2 is good, but not even killfests compare to the simulation and entertainment I get from battlefield 3.

    Walls and building being destroyed. Rubble and debris everywhere! Tanks and squads assaulting strategic areas a la flag placements.  Being holed up in a building while the enemy is beseiging it with tanks, helicoptors, snipers while your squad works together    Modern warfare 2 is good, but not even killfests compare to the simulation and entertainment I get from battlefield 3.

    Walls and building being destroyed. Rubble and debris everywhere! Tanks and squads assaulting strategic areas a la flag placements. 
    Being holed up in a building while the enemy is beseiging it with tanks, helicoptors, snipers while your squad works together to heal, supply each other and take out the enemy!

    Oh man...modern warfare 2 does not offer this. It only gives you kill rushes. Thats it. And im sure mw3 does the same. I...cannot accept this over the massive stimulation I get from battlefield 3. I get less kills, but The overall experience is better.

    People who complain about battlefield 3 cuz of the single player campaign, snipers, people hidden in rubble that look like dead bodies are a bunch of **** who bring down a good game. So, what do you want...fking to have men rush you like monsters do in power rangers so you can get your easy kills? 

    I don't give a **** about bf3 single player. Bf3 isnt about singleplayer. Its all about the multiplayer, and all you **** who think ps3 graphics sucks for bf3 are a bunch of ****. Graphics dont always make the game---hence why bf2 from 2005 is still the king over all these games. Bf2 is the true call of duty killer, and I fking hate it every time I see a little bc2 **** with a bc2 dog tag playing bf3. I wish bad company would die a horrible death along with goldeneye-of-warfare 3.    … Expand
  71. RedAxe
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    This is image an epic fall a good game series. All for money, and crazy hamburger's buying it. People who never playing with fps games, now are experts. One million fly's never makes errors?
  72. BTDUBS
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    I remember playing this game in 2007, but I think it was called COD4. This games formula is staid to say the least, but I have to wonder what it might have really been like if Infinity Ward hadn't imploded. Oh, and it is a 0 because I don't think a map pack should cost $60.
  73. rager2091
    Nov 12, 2011
    0
    All the video game websites that had no balls to be truthful and give mw3 a low score which it deserves since it is a recycled game the same game as before can take the money activision payed you to give the game a high score can shove the money up each of your bunholes. And all the call of duty fan boys out there congradualations for being robbed of your money by activision.
  74. moth3r_fucc3r
    Nov 12, 2011
    1
    My biggest complaint is the sound and chat quality of the game. The fact that you CAN'T turn the music off, and CAN'T choose a surround sound (ex. 5.1 of headset) option. Then, there is the broken matchmaking, the broken spawns, and the fact that they insist on putting the pro camping attachments into the game (aka heartbeat sensors). If Infinityward just insists on keeping this attachmentMy biggest complaint is the sound and chat quality of the game. The fact that you CAN'T turn the music off, and CAN'T choose a surround sound (ex. 5.1 of headset) option. Then, there is the broken matchmaking, the broken spawns, and the fact that they insist on putting the pro camping attachments into the game (aka heartbeat sensors). If Infinityward just insists on keeping this attachment into their game then please make it where it hums or beeps. Treyarch did this very well with the motion sensor in black ops. I wish that tubes would never be put into multi-player, However, I have heard that the damage has been nurffed. Wouldn't really know because I haven't played multi-player since the second day MW3 has been released. Ok I'm going to get off my soapbox now and say it really doesn't matter about anything in the game if the game just isn't playable. Please Please Please Infinityward address the sound issue. I'm not just speaking for myself here, we as your consumers have experienced the sound quality of black ops (the franchise's prequel) and the sound in MW3 is very much a couple of steps backwards.… Expand
  75. gamerfan24
    Nov 12, 2011
    0
    When you make billions of dollars after blacks ops you think you could actually put some effort into the next game and make a good story mode that is more than friekin 5hrs. I payed 65 dollars for a story mode that was full of just shooting 20 guys then get in a car and kill 10 followed by kill 30 more. The story is BS. Top it off with multiplayer being the same just added map packs. Rip off.
  76. shaneisonfire66
    Nov 12, 2011
    7
    The bad...
    Way too much lag compared to mw 2
    Frame rate jerky even with good ping The good... New good maps The deal breaker... Way too many cheating spoiling the game play, which also causes slow build up of points and weapons, this makes the game frustrating and somewhat boring.. I used to be in the top 3 in mw2 early days and black ops for the first 6 months, I still play the    The bad...
    Way too much lag compared to mw 2
    Frame rate jerky even with good ping

    The good... New good maps

    The deal breaker... Way too many cheating spoiling the game play, which also causes slow build up of points and weapons, this makes the game frustrating and somewhat boring..
    I used to be in the top 3 in mw2 early days and black ops for the first 6 months, I still play the same, yet I am somewhere around the bottom in this game, looking at kill cams I die because MY gun uses a whole clip to kill someone, there's kills me in one or two shots, I run at two mph and they run at 20 mph Cheating killed black Ops for me and this game is going the same way, fast!
    The greedy developers knew about the cheats and did NOTHING about them before the general release and by default this game will go down as a fail because sledgehammer have NOT the know how to correct the ancient faults with ID software base code.
    Best buy will give me 50 bux for it so it may be gone by next weekend, damn good riddance I say!    … Expand
  77. PapaBurgundy
    Nov 12, 2011
    0
    I'm insulted by this release. It is just a remake of MW2 but worse in many ways. They removed some popular playing styles, screwed up the maps, and called it a day.
  78. Stevo0318
    Nov 12, 2011
    5
    Modern warfare 3 is definitly lacking great maps. Like others have stated the maps are really small and alot of the maps are so open that its impossible to keep a decent killstreak going. I sure hope any future map packs for this game is alot better. The maps are so terrible that I find myself going back to playing black ops just because black ops maps are sooo much better. I do howeverModern warfare 3 is definitly lacking great maps. Like others have stated the maps are really small and alot of the maps are so open that its impossible to keep a decent killstreak going. I sure hope any future map packs for this game is alot better. The maps are so terrible that I find myself going back to playing black ops just because black ops maps are sooo much better. I do however like the new killstreak packages ex. Assault, support and specialist. I think they also should have kept the system where you can complete contracts and earn money by completing challenges so that you can buy the guns and attachments you want first. As far as being the best selling call of duty to date im majorly disappointed the way the maps are in this game… Expand
  79. kronos1112000
    Nov 12, 2011
    0
    I dont know why they are using the same engine of mw2 its like they think the fans are dumb and would buy anything. Ill wait for a cheap use copy and the get it. the single player mode is always fun on MW
  80. constepatdyak
    Nov 12, 2011
    1
    IW/SH/ACTIVISION ARE SO LAZY. BAD CONNECTION BAD GAME, BAD SUPPORT WITH NO MENTION OF FUTURE PATCHES. THEY DID NOT EVEN BOTHER TO FIX THE SOUNDS, REMOVED FEATURES FROM BLACK OPS.WHAT A JOKE
  81. Philosophy6
    Nov 12, 2011
    7
    Don't get me wrong, this is a fun game. It's well designed and if you enjoy playing it then that's okay. But it's very recycled from previous games, and doesn't have anything particularly special about it. The campaign is decent, but feels rather dull compared to other Call of Duty games. The graphics are average it best, and even though graphics don't matter to me they look only slightlyDon't get me wrong, this is a fun game. It's well designed and if you enjoy playing it then that's okay. But it's very recycled from previous games, and doesn't have anything particularly special about it. The campaign is decent, but feels rather dull compared to other Call of Duty games. The graphics are average it best, and even though graphics don't matter to me they look only slightly better than MW2's. If you want a simple, interesting, campaign and an updated version of MW2's multiplayer then I'd highly recommended this game. If not, it's just your preference. And remember the people who made MW3 are NOT the great people who invented Call of Duty. Honestly you could have taken ANY other developer paired with a third of Infinity Ward and this game would turn out almost exactly the same, maybe even better. And Activison, please burn in hell you selfish greedy franchise-murdering jews… Expand
  82. Yeti_sandes
    Nov 12, 2011
    7
    Ok, so what people are saying is that this is an, expansion map' but with a new campaign, new spec ops, more maps, new guns, new perks etc. I mean câ
  83. Ghost5280
    Nov 12, 2011
    0
    Infinity Ward can't develop games anymore, that is clear. The Modern Warfare franchise is over. Fin. The best CoD's where by Treyarch anyway! This MW3 crap is just an expansion pack that cost 6x times the price. Activision is just trying to rake in the money to make up for their Guitar Hero FAIL, and they have no other developers who will work with or for them. I am glad I rentedInfinity Ward can't develop games anymore, that is clear. The Modern Warfare franchise is over. Fin. The best CoD's where by Treyarch anyway! This MW3 crap is just an expansion pack that cost 6x times the price. Activision is just trying to rake in the money to make up for their Guitar Hero FAIL, and they have no other developers who will work with or for them. I am glad I rented this sorry excuse for a game!… Expand
  84. Joeydeschenes
    Nov 12, 2011
    0
    Just a blatant copy paste of their previous release, just like activision loves to do. It gets boring very fast, I've never really understood the hype about this game, I rented it and just found out like many other that it wasn't good at all. I don't even see any improvments from the past games, nothing out of the ordinary and mostly nothing that looked like something original and new.Just a blatant copy paste of their previous release, just like activision loves to do. It gets boring very fast, I've never really understood the hype about this game, I rented it and just found out like many other that it wasn't good at all. I don't even see any improvments from the past games, nothing out of the ordinary and mostly nothing that looked like something original and new. Everything is just the same, they just make these games for money seriously...… Expand
  85. halroach187
    Nov 12, 2011
    0
    I bought it, waited in line at midnight. Played it, returned it the next morning. Absolutely the biggest pile of garbage I've ever bought. Also I owned every other cod and they sucked but not this bad. I enjoyed zombies so I won't rag on black ops. Battlefield = better graphics , better gameplay, bigger and better environments, ect. List goes on and on. Hands down bf3 has won this year.I bought it, waited in line at midnight. Played it, returned it the next morning. Absolutely the biggest pile of garbage I've ever bought. Also I owned every other cod and they sucked but not this bad. I enjoyed zombies so I won't rag on black ops. Battlefield = better graphics , better gameplay, bigger and better environments, ect. List goes on and on. Hands down bf3 has won this year. Also credit to Skyrim, can't wait to pick it up on Monday!… Expand
  86. AirMartino347
    Nov 12, 2011
    8
    Don't be stupid and listen to the bf3 fan boys. If you enjoyed Black Ops or MW2 you will certainly enjoy MW3. Spec Ops is fun and multilayer is still extremely addictive. Single player is fun but don't expect an amazing experience.
  87. HeavySandviches
    Nov 12, 2011
    0
    Same.same.same. Thats all I see in this game. And this is coming from a gamer who actually played the game. Not to mention the campaign is disappointing and only 4 hours. Just get Battlefield or any other FPS
  88. franchize82
    Nov 12, 2011
    1
    i have both modern warfare 1 and 2,both were good but this time around,its really getting old.gimme a modern warfare successor,not a rehash from 2007 and 2009.gimme something excited about.i traded this game back to gamestop.im no fan boy either,i play all shooters..what a waste of $60.battlefield 3 is the way to go
  89. 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
  90. Aliberti
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    It's impossible to satisfy all. And the more successful a company or a person is, the more people are going to hate it. It's the natural order of things. The bottom line is that a game with a 2.7 score does not become the most selling entertainment item in history. This score is the outcome of haters that probably didn't even play this game. I, on the other hand, bought it and amIt's impossible to satisfy all. And the more successful a company or a person is, the more people are going to hate it. It's the natural order of things. The bottom line is that a game with a 2.7 score does not become the most selling entertainment item in history. This score is the outcome of haters that probably didn't even play this game. I, on the other hand, bought it and am absolutely satisfied with the US$60.00 I spent. It's a quality game that ties a story that started nearly 4 years ago. If you enjoy a rather realistic but still arcade-style first person shooter this game is your pick. Not only it has a good story, filled with adrenaline moments, but it's replay value is very high.… Expand
  91. CallofDutyFann
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    I made an account just for this game and the completely BS reviews its getting. Yes this game is similar to MW2 based on visuals. Its been called MW2.5, and that is BS. First off, this game is fun, addicting (Obviously), and its going to stay playable till the next one. I see so many 0s its sickening. TRUST ME IF YOU ARE A COD FAN YOU WILL GET THIS. I am max prestige in almost every CODI made an account just for this game and the completely BS reviews its getting. Yes this game is similar to MW2 based on visuals. Its been called MW2.5, and that is BS. First off, this game is fun, addicting (Obviously), and its going to stay playable till the next one. I see so many 0s its sickening. TRUST ME IF YOU ARE A COD FAN YOU WILL GET THIS. I am max prestige in almost every COD game. Don't believe these morons. I was looking through the reviews and without sufficient reasons they will give this game a 0. Does it deserve a 10? no. Does it deserve a 0? **** NO! "This game is a DLC" Your ****ing stupid! This has a ****ing brand new campaign, new maps, new game types, ****ING SPECIAL OPS, its going to have DLC every month (ELITE i got it), new maps, and top it all off the game play is SMOOTH AS WATER. It runs at 60 fps, and is fun to play. This game is well worth your money. The campaign is great, if you have kept up with the past games. The only thing i have a problem with is the Mic system. Overall, 0 is what i'll rate a game that has nothing in it. While mw3 will keep you hooked for months, and months to come.… Expand
  92. Monoxide_man
    Nov 12, 2011
    1
    every call of duty has done things better then the one before it...this one doesnt do anything better. The graphics are even suffering now compared to other games out there. The single player doesn't even make much sense, there were times where i was wondering what the hell im doing and why. When Black ops came out alot of professional reviews said that call of duty is going to need aevery call of duty has done things better then the one before it...this one doesnt do anything better. The graphics are even suffering now compared to other games out there. The single player doesn't even make much sense, there were times where i was wondering what the hell im doing and why. When Black ops came out alot of professional reviews said that call of duty is going to need a overhall but what do the developers do...just repackage it and put it out. I was highly disappointed by this game 1/10… Expand
  93. AlmostVoid
    Nov 12, 2011
    5
    MW3 is like eating Pizza. If you eat it every night it gets old. Problematic Mic support right off the bat and unexplainable lag that i never had in Mw2. It looks prettier and well balanced but it leaves me feeling empty like i wanted more. It still has the addictive charisma it always had as in i will continue to play it but i find my self more annoyed that i dropped $110 for a game thatMW3 is like eating Pizza. If you eat it every night it gets old. Problematic Mic support right off the bat and unexplainable lag that i never had in Mw2. It looks prettier and well balanced but it leaves me feeling empty like i wanted more. It still has the addictive charisma it always had as in i will continue to play it but i find my self more annoyed that i dropped $110 for a game that doesn't live up to what i expect. Especialy Cod Elite. I would have thought that the money i spent would go to the server and not to Activisions pockets.… Expand
  94. coffee
    Nov 12, 2011
    1
    In a word, YAWN. In a few words, more of the same. Nailing on the head exactly what this game is, an overpriced map pack. What else is there to say? How about for the love of God PLEEEEEEAAAAAASE stop making these #@*& games every year, Activision.
  95. Schecteroman
    Nov 12, 2011
    2
    Its the same call of duty as before. Decent game in general but no evolution or progression. Really don't like this CoD game every year thing. This will be the last I buy.
  96. hottwhyrd
    Nov 12, 2011
    0
    Capitalism at its worst. A two year dev cycle and this is what we get. I think most that time was spent on securing cross promotion advertisers like Pepsi, jeep, Jonah hill, etc. the Critics are paid for there good reviews. If they give a bad one they won't receive early builds and dev interviews. Well now you aholes get to hear what fans truly think of your product. Take yourCapitalism at its worst. A two year dev cycle and this is what we get. I think most that time was spent on securing cross promotion advertisers like Pepsi, jeep, Jonah hill, etc. the Critics are paid for there good reviews. If they give a bad one they won't receive early builds and dev interviews. Well now you aholes get to hear what fans truly think of your product. Take your terrible metacritic score and choke on it.

    this game is recycled garbage. All sounds like leveling up, gun sounds, explosions, are direct copy paste. Maps are poorly designed. Long corridors, few hiding spots, most cover can be shot through, small maps. corridors make using a shotgun a losing effort. almost no way of getting behind the enemy. And if you do the spawn system makes your efforts useless. Spawns are ridiculous. I mean there's 6 enemies on the map. Are you telling me the game engine can't find a good spot to drop me into? Useless perks like recon. pro perks are easy to unlock because they are useless. Most pro perks have nothing to do with the original perk.
    assassin and blind eye are necessary to be "stealth" using two spots that should only use one. stealth is impossible due to skulls showing on the enemy screens giving away my killzone.
    players can't Sprint farther than 10 feet. Extreme conditioning barely helps.
    sniping has been reduced to a low spread shotgun. Quickscope is effortless. No maps promote actual sniping so no wonder they made Quickscope easy.
    worthless unlocks. Your just kidding yourself if you think a gun leveling system adds any replayability.
    all guns are overpowered. Making any favorites come down to iron sights and clip size.
    singleplayer is short and uninventive. players can't jump on anything. But a little piece of trash on the map can stop you dead in your tracks.

    the list goes on. Thanks the heavens I didn't buy into your hype and just rented it. This life lesson only cost me 7 dollars opposed to 60.

    take your engine and game and scrap it. Your just beating a dead horse. This won't go on forever. I wonder if gamestop is a partner of yours because they know half of the buyers will trade this in allowing them to actually make a profit off of them.    … Expand
  97. Matty360
    Nov 12, 2011
    1
    Instant regret buying the hardened edition. Felt like a re-hashing of MW2. Also feel bad for West and Zampalla for being booted from Infinity Ward, the core creativity was taken away and Activisiion is just releasing it for the money with no care for the gamers who want something bold and refreshing. Hopefully they don't slap MW4 on the exact same thing next year. I'm glad I gotInstant regret buying the hardened edition. Felt like a re-hashing of MW2. Also feel bad for West and Zampalla for being booted from Infinity Ward, the core creativity was taken away and Activisiion is just releasing it for the money with no care for the gamers who want something bold and refreshing. Hopefully they don't slap MW4 on the exact same thing next year. I'm glad I got Battlefield 3, it's going to keep me occupied for the rest of the time when this game gets boring. Not doing to fall for the same thing with the next one.… Expand
  98. Ninjamonkeysd
    Nov 12, 2011
    1
    I am so glad I didn't buy the Hardened version of this game. This game is nothing more than MW2 with an updated cover. They used %95 of Black Ops and threw in a few new gun "skins". If you dont mind paying $60 for a game that came out 2 years ago, fine. Ive already traded my copy back into game stop. Sorry but I'm not going to get suckered into wasting my time.
  99. Scout_Jovi_79
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    This easily the best Call of Duty since the original Modern Warfare. The story actually makes some sense again and the new modes in spec-ops are fun and addicting. I'm not one for multiplayer so I won't go into it but all my friends seem to love it. Stop hating just cause u can, it is a good game.
  100. matlock200
    Nov 12, 2011
    3
    all about the cut scenes, no depth. could be easily be a remake of any other modern warfare game. Disappointing moments like ending a level by pressing x to throw a knife after a massive cut scene still remain.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

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