Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

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  1. 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
  2. Armin
    Nov 11, 2011
    5
    I expected this game to be full of excitement and great changes, all im getting is an expansion pack of the failure game mw2. Activation thinks they can sell the same crap but re-branded, and some people don't give a crap because they haven't really played a real shooting game.
  3. TBrownjr87
    Nov 9, 2011
    5
    This game is a product of a gargantuan hype machine. The game play, controls, weapons, graphics, and pretty much everything else remains the same as the previous installment. MW3 is an average FPS at best. If you think this game is anything revolutionary, you are a lemming. period.
  4. StumpBeefknob
    Nov 9, 2011
    5
    Most expensive map pack ever made. CoD map packs are usually around $15, yet they somehow thought that tacking on a 5 hour SP campaign would be worth the extra $45. Looking at it strictly as an expansion to Modern Warfare 2? Its a fantastic stand alone expansion. Only thing I despise more than studios charging $60 for map pack expansions is the foolish consumers that gobble it up.
  5. tanktizzo
    Nov 9, 2011
    5
    This game was a let down...same graphics as 2 yrs. ago. Just more of the same stuff from the previous... You are basically buying new maps. The story mode can be beat in 5 hrs...
  6. Knicksfan7
    Nov 15, 2011
    5
    This game is alright. Is it worth all the hype? No, is it better than mw2? No cuz its exactly the same. Only thing new is the survival mode in spec ops which i actually really like, but thats it. This is just a really expensive map pack to mw2 and the maps arent even good. I onlygot this game because everybody i know is playing it, and i regret buying it ever since i started playing,This game is alright. Is it worth all the hype? No, is it better than mw2? No cuz its exactly the same. Only thing new is the survival mode in spec ops which i actually really like, but thats it. This is just a really expensive map pack to mw2 and the maps arent even good. I onlygot this game because everybody i know is playing it, and i regret buying it ever since i started playing, especially considering its the 15th now and its time for a good game and thats assassins creed, then im movin on to skyrim, save your money, this game is definitely not worth it. 4.5/10… Expand
  7. frugalDonnie
    Apr 19, 2012
    5
    Just your average shooter. I got the game just for the online multiplayer mode with my new PS3. Nothing new or special it was just average. I dont recoommend people to buy the full price of the game, wait until the price drops, dont waste $60 on this.
  8. EnigmaReviews
    Jul 24, 2012
    5
    The Modern Warfare series has finally wrapped up. So how good is the last installment. Well if you've played the previous Modern Warfare you'll have an exact picture of what the new one is like. Nothing much if not anything at all has changed in this game. The story is uninteresting and the spec ops mode still didn't meet its potential. Th. Infinity Ward has added a new feature calledThe Modern Warfare series has finally wrapped up. So how good is the last installment. Well if you've played the previous Modern Warfare you'll have an exact picture of what the new one is like. Nothing much if not anything at all has changed in this game. The story is uninteresting and the spec ops mode still didn't meet its potential. Th. Infinity Ward has added a new feature called survival mode. This is where I give them credit. Survival mode is addictive and fun but at times it seems impossible. All though Firefight and Horde mode from the Halo and Gears franchise are still much better survival mode is still a great game mode. The multiplayer is where Modern Warfare 3 shines. But the multiplayer doesn't shine at all. Like all other parts of the game the multiplayer is still "been there, done that". Same guns and same layout nothing new there. Overall I'll give the game a 5/10 because back in the day this would be considered an expansion pack.… Expand
  9. jej0584
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    The Sp was not very engaging it was just run from point a 2 point B .. Mp is ok. I had hoped for more . but it is enjoyable . I think they should have put more time in to it ... only 2 player survival is boring i want 4 person
  10. Bosefus123
    Nov 8, 2011
    5
    MW3 doesn't feel like anything ground breaking and the maps are very arena like. MW2 may have been a cluster fack, but when it came out everything in it was new and exciting, you cannot say the same about MW3. I don't see this game lasting long before people start looking forward to Treyarch's installment next year.
  11. LayManBuddah
    Dec 10, 2011
    5
    This game literally does not deserve anything above a 5. Ive been a fan of Call of Duty since it first came out. They've always innovated their craft and amazed me game per game with the exception of MW2 but this was seriously the last straw. Ive never returned a game before in my life and this popped that cherry. It looks exactly the same as MW2 and no new mechanics, sounds, or evenThis game literally does not deserve anything above a 5. Ive been a fan of Call of Duty since it first came out. They've always innovated their craft and amazed me game per game with the exception of MW2 but this was seriously the last straw. Ive never returned a game before in my life and this popped that cherry. It looks exactly the same as MW2 and no new mechanics, sounds, or even decent story to support it. Sure its multiplayer is fun as ever but the high does not last as long as it used to. after about 3 weeks since its launch I returned it. Im back to black ops and MW2 when I want to use modern guns. Although I have to add that the single player has some awe-some moments in it.

    Overall: I'd say rent it at redbox, beat the campaign (which is 4-6 hours) and try the survive mode. Save yourself 60 dollars on a game that feels like its worth 20.    … Expand
  12. Unknown22
    Dec 15, 2011
    5
    I'm been cod fan since cod4. But when I got this game. the campaign was ok. Spec ops was meh, but the multiplayer is terrrible. this game was alot worser compared to other cods. They are using the same formula and this look like another mw2 dlc. Yet this game had lacked improvement. This game is overall meh.
  13. Zilcell
    Apr 2, 2012
    5
    I'm gonna give my friend a MW3 case with MW1 in it and see if he can tell the difference.
  14. schiapu
    Nov 8, 2011
    5
    It's mainly disappointing. There was so much hype for this game, but once you play it, it just feels like a really expensive map pack for Modern Warfare 2. It doesn't change virtually anything, the graphics are the same, the game play is the same, most weapons are the same. This is a series where you could previously see at least a little effort on the part of the developers, starting withIt's mainly disappointing. There was so much hype for this game, but once you play it, it just feels like a really expensive map pack for Modern Warfare 2. It doesn't change virtually anything, the graphics are the same, the game play is the same, most weapons are the same. This is a series where you could previously see at least a little effort on the part of the developers, starting with the wonderful CoD 4 that revolutionized the industry and moving onto Modern Warfare 2, which improved a lot of things in the multiplayer aspect and was a great title. This just feels insulting. Taking 60 bucks away for a few map and a SP campaign which could have been as well DLC. Infinity Ward really dropped the ball here, get this game used if you can, it's worth used, never new.… Expand
  15. Pwnzedyourmom
    Nov 8, 2011
    5
    Modern warfare 2 as you all know is a game that did influence many modern first-person shooters. Modern warfare 3, on the other hand is not one of those games. Me personally was excited to go all these diffrent places in the world and the epic new weapons. But really all I got was a rehashed modern warfare 2, barely any new weapons and the places were boring and lifeless. The multiplayerModern warfare 2 as you all know is a game that did influence many modern first-person shooters. Modern warfare 3, on the other hand is not one of those games. Me personally was excited to go all these diffrent places in the world and the epic new weapons. But really all I got was a rehashed modern warfare 2, barely any new weapons and the places were boring and lifeless. The multiplayer will never catch my attention because their is nothing new, when ever I play a new game I want something diffrent, something unique. But all I got was modern warfare 2's multiplayer with new maps. and the map packs are a complete waste of money. If their is anything redeming about the game it can be the spec ops survival. It adds some creativity to the already mindless game.
    If you really wanted to buy this I would suggest buying this used and acouple months after it is released    … Expand
  16. djhazardous
    Nov 8, 2011
    5
    To the people wondering if Modern Warfare 3 would take a hit due to the 40+ staff of Infinity Award leaving, look no further. The answer sadly, is yes. It has taken a huge hit. This review is primarily focused at the multiplayer (which I have loved both (COD 4: MW & MW2).

    Unfortunate to say MW3 is nowhere near as good as the previous games in terms of multiplayer, with the major drawback    To the people wondering if Modern Warfare 3 would take a hit due to the 40+ staff of Infinity Award leaving, look no further. The answer sadly, is yes. It has taken a huge hit. This review is primarily focused at the multiplayer (which I have loved both (COD 4: MW & MW2).

    Unfortunate to say MW3 is nowhere near as good as the previous games in terms of multiplayer, with the major drawback being the map design. With 16 maps included on the disc you'd think there would be atleast a dozen of good quality maps, instead you're met with 16 small, maze ridden maps that have no flow whatsoever. In my opinion there are about 3-5 bearable maps, the rest are so poor even the maps from Black Ops outshine. I seriously think when the **** hit the fan at IW all the map designers left because the 16 on offer are truly awful. Pretty much all buildings are locked out and everything is basically flat, there are no areas to cover your six and it's completely geared toward the Rambo COD gamers that run around like blue arsed flies shooting and running constantly.

    It is a severe disappointment,. I was expecting this game to not match the quality of the previous two games but even then I was still majorly let down.

    This is the worst COD MP I have ever played, and that includes COD2, COD4, W@W, MW2 & Black Ops.

    This is a completely truthful opinion from a big fan of the series, unfortunately it seems that it is now time to leave it for dead (or atleast go back to the awesome MW2).

    Seriously, the maps are truly awful. I am selling this game as soon as I have finished the campaign.    … Expand
  17. Vash41288
    Nov 11, 2011
    5
    While some people are saying that most reviewers are biased I do not think that is the case here. Maybe, just maybe some people are being honest and are not afraid to voice their honest opinion about the game. I do have both games(PS3 and PC BF3) and MW3 for PS3 and I will say MW3 does one thing I enjoyed more then BF3's. The story on MW3 felt better and more fun then Battlefields, I justWhile some people are saying that most reviewers are biased I do not think that is the case here. Maybe, just maybe some people are being honest and are not afraid to voice their honest opinion about the game. I do have both games(PS3 and PC BF3) and MW3 for PS3 and I will say MW3 does one thing I enjoyed more then BF3's. The story on MW3 felt better and more fun then Battlefields, I just got more into it and enjoyed it, more so when they had music going on while the action was happening and how you traveled around the world to different locals. Now for the Multiplayer, which honestly you can say COD changed so much, but they really didn't. Yes they added some new game types and added a few more weapons however mainly the same. They did reuse some maps, or just changed orientation of it to look new, same graphics as well. You can search youtube to see the comparison of reused graphics or if you have it go back to previous games and see the same things. A lot of noobtubing going on as well with the new gun(XM25 or something) that i have seen on most games, The servers well, if someone rage quits who is host get used to connection reset, searching new host etc.. Say what you will but BF3 I personally hardly have any issues like that. Over all this game while it is fun to play I would not give it a higher Score then BF3, to me Personally speaking just feels like an expensive map pack for MW2. So I would say rent it before buying so you do not get disappointed and if you have not give BF3 a try.… Expand
  18. Asthenia
    Nov 9, 2011
    5
    I'm a HUGE fan of the COD franchise and my review for this game is based on my experience so far for the multiplayer section.

    To be honest I am very disappointed. The game itself is very much similar to MW2. There are a couple of new weapons and the strike packages are alright. On the topic of strike packages... I think that for the amateur player they should have been made even more    I'm a HUGE fan of the COD franchise and my review for this game is based on my experience so far for the multiplayer section.

    To be honest I am very disappointed. The game itself is very much similar to MW2. There are a couple of new weapons and the strike packages are alright. On the topic of strike packages... I think that for the amateur player they should have been made even more easier to obtain. The studios have missed a HUGE trick and not bothering to have the COD $ from Black Ops which allowed players to upgrade weapons and not have to wait.

    Overall I'm not sure this is MW3 but MW2.5    … Expand
  19. mwfanboyps31989
    Nov 9, 2011
    5
    Infinity ward has used the same formula since COD4. Afraid to step outside the box and come out with somenthing fresh, they stick to the same formula. If you think about it and do the math your getting about twenty new maps which if it was "new dlc for mw2" would be about $75 plus if each map pack had 5 maps so thats one way to look at it. For those that are new to the series and notInfinity ward has used the same formula since COD4. Afraid to step outside the box and come out with somenthing fresh, they stick to the same formula. If you think about it and do the math your getting about twenty new maps which if it was "new dlc for mw2" would be about $75 plus if each map pack had 5 maps so thats one way to look at it. For those that are new to the series and not experienced with shooters your gonna have a hard time with the fast paced action. practice,practice, practice. overall i am only going to play this game because i spent the money and its the latest in the series.… Expand
  20. StillAtMyMoms
    Nov 9, 2011
    5
    What killed the COD franchise? Atrocious multiplayer map design. I welcomed the new killstreak system and even overlooked the whole "why fix it if it ain't broke" approach with the new MW developers in terms of graphics and mechanics. But when it appears that the new IW and Sledgehammer took a cue from Medal of Honor (2010) in their multiplayer creation instead of carefully constructingWhat killed the COD franchise? Atrocious multiplayer map design. I welcomed the new killstreak system and even overlooked the whole "why fix it if it ain't broke" approach with the new MW developers in terms of graphics and mechanics. But when it appears that the new IW and Sledgehammer took a cue from Medal of Honor (2010) in their multiplayer creation instead of carefully constructing balanced, strategic maps, you better believe fans will be irate because that's solely why people play COD: MULTIPLAYER. That is how nearly five years ago why this franchise became so well-known and adorned: innovative features in their multiplayer game. It is so apparent that the new people in the MW franchise had no experience in creating playable maps. It's so bad that even Black Ops's maps shine in comparison. I remember hearing that these maps were specifically designed to eliminate campers. You just have to laugh and scratch your head considering the various rooms and narrow corridors noobz can fork out. The quality of maps gradually declined after each subsequent installment. I think if the new developers want to redeem themselves from their ill-fated multiplayer design, they need to analyze and learn from the genius of IW 1.0 and understand what it takes to make truly competitive maps in order to make a QUALITY map pack instead of spray and pray mazes--because that's essentially what the new maps are! I seriously doubt BF3 fanboys are flaming this board too. It's really that bad, people. If the newbie developers, and Activision for that matter, want to continue the franchise, they better take a cue from the original IW and NOT TREYARCH in terms of multiplayer maps.… Expand
  21. franco214
    Nov 13, 2012
    5
    Being the leading FPS selling game there must be something in the CoD series that people like. Myself i am struggling to see what everyone else sees. There has been no huge advancement in the last few itterations and that is what dissapoints me the most. CoD gets fantastic sales from banging out the same thing each year and while i agree with the philosophy 'if it ain't broke don't fix it'Being the leading FPS selling game there must be something in the CoD series that people like. Myself i am struggling to see what everyone else sees. There has been no huge advancement in the last few itterations and that is what dissapoints me the most. CoD gets fantastic sales from banging out the same thing each year and while i agree with the philosophy 'if it ain't broke don't fix it' i would still like to see more. I have not gone through the campaign and i have only brought this game for the muliplayer as my friends do not play anything else. The multiplayer is fun, gameplay is good but i just don't feel enthused anytime i put this game in to play. I want more from CoD… Expand
  22. Shawbhoy
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    Same old Call Of Duty of the last few years, same old problems, its a campers paradise as usual, server time outs are the frequent, its what you've come to expect. I had hoped that they would introduce ways of discouraging camping, they tried this with dog tags but the campers true to for keep camping. I've always been a huge fan of the franchise but you have to ask are they even tryingSame old Call Of Duty of the last few years, same old problems, its a campers paradise as usual, server time outs are the frequent, its what you've come to expect. I had hoped that they would introduce ways of discouraging camping, they tried this with dog tags but the campers true to for keep camping. I've always been a huge fan of the franchise but you have to ask are they even trying anymore. Brings to mind the battle between PES and FIFA, EA have just run away with it. I can see the same happening between COD and Battlefield 3 which would be a shame considering how much COD contributed to making FPS what they are today. TIME TO STEP UP COD… Expand
  23. Vyx
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    For me, this is the first CoD I've ever owned, I played a bit of MW2 with some friends the weekend before this release. Yes, they are pretty much the same, I haven't touched the MP, because I don't care for it, I have other games for that, I can't stand the campaign, very boring. But Special Ops, that is the main reason I got the game, for my self to play with friends or alone if I want.For me, this is the first CoD I've ever owned, I played a bit of MW2 with some friends the weekend before this release. Yes, they are pretty much the same, I haven't touched the MP, because I don't care for it, I have other games for that, I can't stand the campaign, very boring. But Special Ops, that is the main reason I got the game, for my self to play with friends or alone if I want. Maybe it is just another map pack-esque game, but it works despite it's flaws for what I wanted.… Expand
  24. Reaper154
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    Honestly I'm fairly disappointed. IW had a chance to make a truly great game but they completely let me down. Before you read further I was not a fan of MW2 either and honestly this feels cut and pasted with a few new features here or there. From the return of death streaks to the god awful map design this game just completely let me down. At the store the cashier put my copy in a MW2 caseHonestly I'm fairly disappointed. IW had a chance to make a truly great game but they completely let me down. Before you read further I was not a fan of MW2 either and honestly this feels cut and pasted with a few new features here or there. From the return of death streaks to the god awful map design this game just completely let me down. At the store the cashier put my copy in a MW2 case with a 3 scribbled over the 2… Expand
  25. xXStolenSoulXx
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    I gave this game a 5 because it's more of the same. Same dated engine. Few refinements. If you played Mw2 your not missing much besides the story which in my opinion is it's strongest point.

    I'm someone who craves innovation, and if your like me, look elsewhere.

    For the hardcore Cod Fans that like Stale and Repetitive gameplay, than pick this one up.
  26. Meowingtons
    Nov 11, 2011
    5
    I like Call of Duty but for me MW2 and Black Ops are better than MW3.
    There is no great improvement :/
    Hoping for updates to improve the game.
  27. charl13dontsurf
    Nov 11, 2011
    5
    People need to be more inventive than giving a game 0 or 10, lol. Anyway - graphics are really quite pitiful. It does play smooth as silk, but you shouldn't be able to get away with this in 2011. I'm one of those people that enjoyed BlackOps and the customizations, unlocks etc. At first glance you seem to have a lot of options in terms of what can be done with each individual weapon oncePeople need to be more inventive than giving a game 0 or 10, lol. Anyway - graphics are really quite pitiful. It does play smooth as silk, but you shouldn't be able to get away with this in 2011. I'm one of those people that enjoyed BlackOps and the customizations, unlocks etc. At first glance you seem to have a lot of options in terms of what can be done with each individual weapon once leveled up, the different perks, kill streaks and specializations - but it lacks the same cohesion as BOPS. I found the maps to be lackluster with no stand-out favourites. They all seem to be generally packed too tight and the ebb and flow of games is too sporadic. Guns don't seem entirely balanced and the pace/style of place doesn't suit most of them. If it's going to be primarily SMG type weapons being used, include more of them.… Expand
  28. DonPony
    Nov 11, 2011
    5
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  29. Dontazio
    Nov 11, 2011
    5
    I have been playing first person shooters since battlefield 1942, and love the battlefield and call of duty games. I have just found this site and noticed the developers of COD MW3 have seen this site and are upset with the numbers. Well they should be, the game in my opinion is very well done, however since its release date the COD elite service (which i paid extra for by buying theI have been playing first person shooters since battlefield 1942, and love the battlefield and call of duty games. I have just found this site and noticed the developers of COD MW3 have seen this site and are upset with the numbers. Well they should be, the game in my opinion is very well done, however since its release date the COD elite service (which i paid extra for by buying the hardened package) is still not functioning properly and the other game bugs, Ie. online game crashing, voice chat issues and problems with people staying in groups when entering lobbies. Thier excuse of "we didnt think it would be that popular" and that their servers were flooded is a joke, they pre sold 9 million copies! I personally am tired of buying games that companies make 100s of millions of dollars on that when released are not ready. So i hope people take notice and come here and give these game developers the poor scores they deserve until they fix thier product and release a finished and polished product that we are paying for. Something to think about... would we sit there and take it if we bought a brand new car, to find out that when we picked it up that the engine would just "lock up" while driving or that the windshield wipers would not work and accept being told by the dealers that they are working for on a patch that should fix it soon. Gamers stand up and let these companies know we Love Games but hate being ripped of by not getting the working games we pay for.… Expand
  30. Nibbs
    Nov 11, 2011
    5
    Having lost many people in the IW team definitely caused a downfall in this game. The game is totally on a level that is not tolerable to most Call of Duty fans, especially to the IW fans. I am a fan of IW, but it seems that this game that has been released this past Tuesday isn't up to my expectations. Having a year to make things better, storyline and multiplayer, it doesn't seem likeHaving lost many people in the IW team definitely caused a downfall in this game. The game is totally on a level that is not tolerable to most Call of Duty fans, especially to the IW fans. I am a fan of IW, but it seems that this game that has been released this past Tuesday isn't up to my expectations. Having a year to make things better, storyline and multiplayer, it doesn't seem like it was upgraded at all. They didn't start from scratch but from a template of the past games and modifying it thinking that people wouldn't notice. It appears to me that the game wasn't given enough effort to be produced. The overall game is alright. The story was fine even though I got pretty bored after a couple missions. May I also mention that even on Veteran, it was easier in this game than in the past Modern Warfares, namely the first one. The multiplayer was crazy in a way that the whole map is like a maze. You move a few steps and there are 4 paths to choose from. The graphics are slightly better but if you are one to compare to another fps that came out recently, it isn't as great. This CoD game was made to make people play and enjoy due to the way the developers decided to make things more even, especially to those that are new to the game and not good at playing it. Overall, the game has not been improved much from its predecessors. The weapons, perks, the kills, the graphics, and even the maps. Really? Maps being reused? Seriously now, at least improve the reused maps. Make it better.… Expand
  31. 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
  32. 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
  33. 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
  34. MxxxM
    Nov 14, 2011
    5
    So its a week in and what is MW3 like? Well.....its ok. I agree with most of the comments about it being boring and stale and the same thing. However, I wonder if people forgot about what happened a while back. The 2 head developers for Infinity Ward left. So you have the 2 key people developing your game and they leave so if you were Activision, what would you do? Do you get a new teamSo its a week in and what is MW3 like? Well.....its ok. I agree with most of the comments about it being boring and stale and the same thing. However, I wonder if people forgot about what happened a while back. The 2 head developers for Infinity Ward left. So you have the 2 key people developing your game and they leave so if you were Activision, what would you do? Do you get a new team (Sledgehammer) and rush to create a brand new game from scratch and HOPEFULLY keep everyone happy? Or, do you go the safe route and try to recreate the greatness from the last game, with a few tweaks here and there to make people at least a little happy? When you have almost 2 hundred million dollars in projected sales on the line and a possible billions invested in future titles, you take the safe route. Now, told start freaking out saying I'm wrong and whatever. I AGREE that the multiplayer is bad. I have had lots of lag issues and overpowering of the hosts and etc. I AGREE Elite (as of right now) is worthless. I AGREE that the campaign is Hollywood blockbuster style. (I havn't touched Spec Ops so I cant judge that) But here is the thing, all and all its not a 0 out of 10. A 0 is ET for NES. The multiplayer will surely have 20 thousand patches like every other Call of Duty and there will always be bugs. But in the end, we can't go back to Black Ops because its probably gonna be hacked to crap soon cause no one is monitoring it anymore. You could go to Battlefield but I hate vehicles. So you have 2 options, enjoy MW3 until White Ops or whatever the next one from Treyarch will be, or till Respawn Studios (The 2 guys who left Infinity Ward) make there new game. Or you can broaden your game interests to other great games like Uncharted 3 and Batman Arkham City for PS3 or Gears 3 and Skyrim for XBOX360. All and all its not great..but we are all gonna play it and are probably have 2 Prestige's under your belt.… Expand
  35. instant411
    Nov 14, 2011
    5
    If you have been playing COD since MW1 (or earlier) I have one word for you - Franchise fatigue, you probably felt it at one point playing guitar hero and chances are you may start to experience it with this title. This game is literally starting to look like a copy and paste job, with very minor visual and audio upgrades and a few changes to kill streaks you would be forgive forIf you have been playing COD since MW1 (or earlier) I have one word for you - Franchise fatigue, you probably felt it at one point playing guitar hero and chances are you may start to experience it with this title. This game is literally starting to look like a copy and paste job, with very minor visual and audio upgrades and a few changes to kill streaks you would be forgive for otherwise thinking you already own this game, even the menus are just copied and pasted from previous titles. This game is not worth $60 in my opinion, either rent it first to see if you like it or find a used copy.

    If you have just started playing call of duty and by this I'm assuming the last and only COD game you've owned and played is Black ops, then you will enjoy this game. A greater balance is achieved between weapons and kill streaks giving players a much more leveled playing field. The game contains "epic" set pieces that will make you feel like you're in a Micheal Bay movie with tons of explosions and bullets flying by.    … Expand
  36. Ginda
    Nov 14, 2011
    5
    I play COD because i know what it is. Fast paced FPS action and an easy game that gives me a brake from the everyday life. When a new COD comes out i don't expect the invention of an new genre og game. It always feels familiar and i know exactly what to expect: my favorite game with some new maps, new time setting, new weapons and new kill streaks. Only thing i really really do need thoughI play COD because i know what it is. Fast paced FPS action and an easy game that gives me a brake from the everyday life. When a new COD comes out i don't expect the invention of an new genre og game. It always feels familiar and i know exactly what to expect: my favorite game with some new maps, new time setting, new weapons and new kill streaks. Only thing i really really do need though is better coding that Black Ops and that developers listen to gamers. I stopped playing MW2 because of hackers and nothing ever seemed to be done about them. And now they are back in MW3, ALREADY!!?? But the question is will they do something about them this time? Why is there no voting system in the loobys? It seems developers just don't care about anything but the money, because these problems are the same in MW2 and have been from the beginning. A game they have had a years to fix by now.

    I would have given the game a 10 if not for the feeling that developers just don't care.    … Expand
  37. fortySIXnTWO
    Oct 3, 2012
    5
    After almost a year to let the dust settle, I have found myself going back to Black Ops. What? Back to Black Ops? That goes to show that MW3 is nothing more than a rehash of what has already been done. Spec Ops missions are largely forgettable and the survival mode is nice, but only for so long.
  38. walde787
    Nov 14, 2011
    5
    La misma mierda (The same Shi@#$% diferent smell. There is no innovation in this game. is the same as MW2, then complain that the scores are low, they can expect from a copy and paste.

    nfinity Ward Recycles Buildings on MW3 Straight From Cod4
    http://youtu.be/b5dsOn06w1s
  39. TheGreatBigBuck
    Nov 15, 2011
    5
    Lets not go nuts here MW3 is not the worst game I have ever played but it certainly isn't the best. It would appear what the makers have done is decided if it isn't broke then don't fix it and that's fine in most cases but not in an industry that prides its self on being the most innovative. The single player game is good but feels like you played it all before 2 years ago. Online the newLets not go nuts here MW3 is not the worst game I have ever played but it certainly isn't the best. It would appear what the makers have done is decided if it isn't broke then don't fix it and that's fine in most cases but not in an industry that prides its self on being the most innovative. The single player game is good but feels like you played it all before 2 years ago. Online the new maps come across as poor abandoned idea's from previous games, the new kill streaks (the few there are) are disappointing. The graphics don't even seem to have changed and in some cases look like they have got worse. I am going to stick with it and play it but I already have ideas of going back and playing MW2 instead. A serious influx of new idea's is needed if this series wants to continue competing in this market.… Expand
  40. DRAK720
    Nov 15, 2011
    5
    I didn't start playing COD until MW1. I always was a fan of Medal of Honor and thought that it was a cheap knock off. Then MW1 came out and it blew me away! I proceeded to per-order MW2 like everybody else. Then MW3 came out and I figured it would be as good if not better than MW2. I was wrong. The campaign is decent, nothing special. The multi-player is worse than BLOPS. I never thought II didn't start playing COD until MW1. I always was a fan of Medal of Honor and thought that it was a cheap knock off. Then MW1 came out and it blew me away! I proceeded to per-order MW2 like everybody else. Then MW3 came out and I figured it would be as good if not better than MW2. I was wrong. The campaign is decent, nothing special. The multi-player is worse than BLOPS. I never thought I would say that. Treyarch usually is worse than Infiiti ward. Not this time. The multi is a hot mess. I hate to agree with all the other reviews but this is NOT MW3, it is MW2.1 Very disappointing.… Expand
  41. MrBorrows
    Nov 16, 2011
    5
    I own every game since CoD4 and I MUST say that this one is the weakest of all. I was slightly disappointed with Black Ops, but now I miss some of the features of BO in MW3. The only advantage I can see are the new maps, which most of I like. I've a poor Internet connection, but compared to BO it takes forever to find a game... Also the weapons and perks don't suit me 100%... Overall it'sI own every game since CoD4 and I MUST say that this one is the weakest of all. I was slightly disappointed with Black Ops, but now I miss some of the features of BO in MW3. The only advantage I can see are the new maps, which most of I like. I've a poor Internet connection, but compared to BO it takes forever to find a game... Also the weapons and perks don't suit me 100%... Overall it's a good game, but has too many faults that I just can't accept, when expected an improvement and received.... well, nothing new really.… Expand
  42. TCHeaven
    Nov 17, 2011
    5
    Single player experience is an improvement over MW2 but there is still very little plot or original ideas in it. In the Multiplayer about 8/10 of the game you get into lag to the point at which navigating around the map is problematic let alone actually playing the game and the spawn system seem so broken as to there being no system in place at all. You don't play a COD single playerSingle player experience is an improvement over MW2 but there is still very little plot or original ideas in it. In the Multiplayer about 8/10 of the game you get into lag to the point at which navigating around the map is problematic let alone actually playing the game and the spawn system seem so broken as to there being no system in place at all. You don't play a COD single player expecting the greatest story ever so I can accept that not being the best but honestly online I don't think the game is even finished yet, perhaps in a month or 2 when presumably these problems will have been patched away I could recommend buying MW3 but right now its realy not fit for release judging from my experience. Its unacceptable that activision are allowed to release what is essentially a broken product onto the market were there this depth of problems with another form of entertainment people would be demanding refunds, its a middle finger to gamers.… Expand
  43. AnthonyLucas198
    Nov 18, 2011
    5
    I once was a die hard fan of CoD and this is a major let down for me it is not the worst game ever played but its not the best either. I am aware of the "if it ain't broke don't fix it" policy but come on Activision it's time for something a little new. Now i know it is hard to change a certain genre and can understand why not trying would seem the better solution. However this gamesI once was a die hard fan of CoD and this is a major let down for me it is not the worst game ever played but its not the best either. I am aware of the "if it ain't broke don't fix it" policy but come on Activision it's time for something a little new. Now i know it is hard to change a certain genre and can understand why not trying would seem the better solution. However this games textures, graphics and lighting are pretty much the same as CoD4 and MW2 and i don't care how many people say otherwise. The SP was drab and dull with pretty much the same old stuff i say pretty much as there were a few WTF moments in there. MP i have to say is a joke it appears to me that if you are not hardwired into the next generation fibre optic broadband from the future you will spend more time looking at the kill cam of the player who just murdered you wondering why no bullets came out of your gun. Bad spawns, non-flowing maps are just a few of the problems this game has. Some of the minor problems that are not game breaking like the inability to run and reload not being able to jump walls that are no higher than my knee are silly little things but can be a nuisance at times. This game could have really been far superior with dedicated servers but hey why would Activision spend their hard earned money on such trivial things. I and many others are highly disapointed in this game. I am not going to listen to the pre-paid hype next year and will not be buying another FPS that doesn't have dedi servers again. Big let down for me to be honest but i will say this the concept is great the reality is CoD 1.3. This gets a 5.0 from me.… Expand
  44. PSYCH0T1C
    Nov 20, 2011
    5
    Modern Warfare 3 is a good game, but the problem is the lack of additions to the new game. It is basically a mix of MW1 AND 2, with the only things new are gun levels, proficiency and kill streaks. All of the maps are either small or crammed with buildings so your likely to get spawn trapped. If you rarely play call of duty, then its a game worth buying, but a disappointment for cod fansModern Warfare 3 is a good game, but the problem is the lack of additions to the new game. It is basically a mix of MW1 AND 2, with the only things new are gun levels, proficiency and kill streaks. All of the maps are either small or crammed with buildings so your likely to get spawn trapped. If you rarely play call of duty, then its a game worth buying, but a disappointment for cod fans so it deserves a 5/10… Expand
  45. Upgrayedd69
    Nov 20, 2011
    5
    Went to midnight release since COD loving mother was paying for the game and I got to miss school. It was fun the first week I had it but I hardly touch it now. Hopefully this is the year I learn my lesson about Call of Duty
  46. crunkjoos
    Nov 20, 2011
    5
    I'm a huge call of duty fan and i consider myself pretty good at multiplayer. I'll start with the campaign, its about 4 hours on the middle difficulty and add 2 hours on veteran. The campaign was same old same old lots of explosions and chases but nothing new to the series. It was the same levels over and over you would start off silent and then it would hit the fan and a huge gun battleI'm a huge call of duty fan and i consider myself pretty good at multiplayer. I'll start with the campaign, its about 4 hours on the middle difficulty and add 2 hours on veteran. The campaign was same old same old lots of explosions and chases but nothing new to the series. It was the same levels over and over you would start off silent and then it would hit the fan and a huge gun battle would ensue. As for for spec ops survival and mission. Survival is probably the best part of mw3 it was a needed addition and probably what made give this game a score of 5 it would have been lower without spec ops. As for the mission portion it was thrown together with hardly any thought, they just threw it in there it is not fun and it takes no teamwork i could run through the levels on my own without my partners help if i wanted to. Now as for the worst part of the game, online. This part is garbage, the maps are horrible besides a couple, every gun is a sniper rifle it seems and any noob can go 1 to 1 in this game. It has no skill and no teamwork, it endorses camping because people want to get there killstreaks and even when someone does get a killstreak it gets shot down seemingly right away which i have no issue with but im sure others due. Infinity ward and sledgehammer wanted to go back to their roots but in no way is this game anything like cod modern warfare. It is a bland adaptation with a few improvements that should have been done in a patch or update to mw2. In my opinion and again it is my opinion this is the worst call of duty game on this generation of consoles. honestly i am already waiting for the next adaptation from treyarch at least they aren't scared of trying new things. All in all if i knew this game would be this bad i would have never bought it but instead rented it and definitely wouldn't have waited for 3 hours in the rain to get it.… Expand
  47. Hellride7
    Nov 20, 2011
    5
    presentation is great, gameplay is solid, survival is a nice twist on the previous zombie mode in past c.o.d's, but the multiplayer still needs work with matchmaking. reason for 5/10...seen it all before, and i think modern warfare / c.o.d needs a couple of years off so it can breathe. sorry to say this but i wish i picked up uncharted 3 instead
  48. jkaleo
    Nov 20, 2011
    5
    Although I play Mw3 Multiplayer nonstop and was unable to sleep in anticipation to its release I feel pretty let down by the lack of significant improvements to the gameplay. New modes have been added yes but existing problems with the core of the game(multiplayer) have not been addressed. Server issues, menu interface, spawn system, bland and still non interactive maps are amongAlthough I play Mw3 Multiplayer nonstop and was unable to sleep in anticipation to its release I feel pretty let down by the lack of significant improvements to the gameplay. New modes have been added yes but existing problems with the core of the game(multiplayer) have not been addressed. Server issues, menu interface, spawn system, bland and still non interactive maps are among problems never addressed in mw3. In some ways it feels like a step backwards from the previous game Black ops, hell even the player emblems and titles look like they were drawn by a child where in Black ops not only were they varied and professional looking they were also customizable. Various other irks exist but truly the biggest failure is the hype behind Call of Duty Elite. Ignoring the launch issues that more than likely should have been foreseen, 95% of the service stat tracking and the like was already in Black ops and it was in game not separated (once again regressing). The media outlets projected it as if it would allow different play structures to exist like organized ladder tournaments and ranked matches to happen. This is not the case currently. I for one was really hyped to the consoles having ranked play as it would have allowed those new to the series or not as gifted to play while the uber players could truly see who was the better players among each other. Without any sort of meaningful service all Elite truly is is a map pack pre-order that I myself was duped into. Various other shortsightedness exists like the inclusion of strike packages that supposedly allow for support players to shine while the only stats tracked are K/D ratios and not goals and objectives show the product fails to live up to its own standards. As I continue to play (hell I payed $110 for it!) I await the next entry into the series and hope Treyarch or whoever develops it will redefine FPS as Activision not only has the talent to do, so but also the capital.… Expand
  49. RBW_82
    Nov 20, 2011
    5
    Lots of people unhappy with the lack of innovation for this game, for me this is not really the problem as I wasn't expecting any. . . My biggest concerns are the lag, spawn issues and poorly designed maps. I enjoyed the campaign (What I've played of it so far) but the multiplayer is almost unbearable, the poor hit detection, constant shooting round corners and spawning straight into theLots of people unhappy with the lack of innovation for this game, for me this is not really the problem as I wasn't expecting any. . . My biggest concerns are the lag, spawn issues and poorly designed maps. I enjoyed the campaign (What I've played of it so far) but the multiplayer is almost unbearable, the poor hit detection, constant shooting round corners and spawning straight into the line of fire make it a very stale experience. . . What was that old saying people used to defend this franchise "If it ain't broke, don't fix it"? well I'm afraid this time it is broke. :(… Expand
  50. ILL-Flower
    Nov 21, 2011
    5
    MW2.5... I play it a lot, but am not impressed w/ the re-hash of practically everything. They need to step their game up and put out something more original and groundbreaking instead of pocketing billions of dollars.
  51. omegafate
    Nov 21, 2011
    5
    here is wat I seen in mw3 the story structure is no different from gears 3 and the structure of the game entirely is not different from mw2 then the multi player is a regenerated mock up of the newer engine that's basically it there isn't any thing NEW or AMAZING its just a game that cod **** go obscenely over like a rabid nintendo fan boy/girl. that's the sum of it all in the end result.here is wat I seen in mw3 the story structure is no different from gears 3 and the structure of the game entirely is not different from mw2 then the multi player is a regenerated mock up of the newer engine that's basically it there isn't any thing NEW or AMAZING its just a game that cod **** go obscenely over like a rabid nintendo fan boy/girl. that's the sum of it all in the end result.

    other than that i wasn't thrilled it was like they rushed it to quickly especially in the campaign mode, they could have done better, good enough to rent but wait till it drops in price.    … Expand
  52. Gurgeh16
    Nov 21, 2011
    5
    I have a technical problem; my Playstation 3 turns into a Playstation 2 every time I put the MW3 disc into it. Can anybody provide assistance? 54321.
  53. DBZ19
    Nov 25, 2011
    5
    I'm a realist not like some of these silly little school boys that feel its necessary to mark every version of this game a 0 WhitefireWF and stonefacedrussi it's actually quite pathetic to be honest. i actually like this i think its very good BECAUSE of the feel. i agree nothing has changed and if MW4 HASN'T changed i won't be buying it, but i can say the same for BF3, come on whatI'm a realist not like some of these silly little school boys that feel its necessary to mark every version of this game a 0 WhitefireWF and stonefacedrussi it's actually quite pathetic to be honest. i actually like this i think its very good BECAUSE of the feel. i agree nothing has changed and if MW4 HASN'T changed i won't be buying it, but i can say the same for BF3, come on what really has changed and how many people actually play as a squad i've played plenty of these squad based MP and nobody ever picks the medic. So these FPS games are only as bad as there intended target group. The main reason why i enjoy MW3 is because it's manic, it starts i shoot > throw a grenade here and there and just go mad in general. Theres nothing wrong with that i just feel some of these gamers are just being little bit*ches for the sake of being one. As i said before if there isn't a change in the next installments i will not be parting with my £50.… Expand
  54. dinohunterpat
    Nov 27, 2011
    5
    This is a game that despite its merits, fails to recapture the glory of its predecessors MW1 & MW2. This is focused on the campaign because single-player still matters and it's used frequently in trailers and demos. The gunplay is solid for the most part, there's plenty of variety in forms of gunner sequences, and the campaign set pieces are still kickass as always. But the story justThis is a game that despite its merits, fails to recapture the glory of its predecessors MW1 & MW2. This is focused on the campaign because single-player still matters and it's used frequently in trailers and demos. The gunplay is solid for the most part, there's plenty of variety in forms of gunner sequences, and the campaign set pieces are still kickass as always. But the story just tries to hard to copy its predecessors and fails with writing that would make even Kojima scream. The story copies its predecessorHow and why the hell would Russia simultaneously invade all of Europe? What did Europe do and how can the Russian army have the manpower for the invasion. Also, if the Russian president is flying over for a peace treaty, who the hell gave the order to invade Europe? Add to that the shallow and token attempt at shock and awe. In the game a child is blown up, but it's so shallow and token. What's the purpose? War and Terrorism are bad? The nuke in MW1 and airport shooting already proved that point. Even those shock moments have some meaning; the MW1's nuke caused general shepard to spark a war in MW2 and the airport shooting in MW2 lead to the Russian invasion in MW3. It's a cliched and poorly designed story that outdoes the neo-con fantasies of tom clancy and john milius. Sure some guy can say it's supposed to be like a michael bay movie or that multiplayer is the real meat. But the COD series have always campaigns that raised the stakes and stunned millions. Given that kick-ass FPSs like Bioshock and HL2 have shown that shooters can tell great stories without compromising high octane shooting gameplay, this feels a bit underwhelming. If IW and Sledgehammer make a new COD game, they have to do better.… Expand
  55. MrDavis27
    Nov 29, 2011
    5
    It's not that the game is terrible. However, I feel the formula is running dry. I am upset because I feel like I could have had the same experience in the previous version. I am worried about the discrepancy between the User Ratings and Critic Ratings. I feel users might be clamoring for something new, while the critics are looking at the game itself, which is what they are for. Not thatIt's not that the game is terrible. However, I feel the formula is running dry. I am upset because I feel like I could have had the same experience in the previous version. I am worried about the discrepancy between the User Ratings and Critic Ratings. I feel users might be clamoring for something new, while the critics are looking at the game itself, which is what they are for. Not that every game needs to reinvent the genre, but a good try at that would be welcomed. Many will not argue the idea of the game being good, but many will argue the idea of the game lacking much innovation. Good game... but boring fast for me, not worth my purchase. Hope it helped.… Expand
  56. AwesomeDave
    Feb 8, 2012
    5
    This is really a terrible game. It's just a prettier version of every other CoD game. Activision sucks for creativity, Elite is just a scam to get more money from people. It really felt like they upped the graphics and said screw everything else, its CoD, they'll buy it. CoD4 still the best.
  57. Super8mm
    Dec 14, 2011
    5
    This wasn't a bad game, it was just the same thing as MW2 which was upsetting, it had the same exact guns and gameplay, the only things that were different was the maps, and the campain. the only thing that was exciting about this game was the spec ops. If you love MW2 then you will love this, but if you don't want to buy the same game twice, don't waste your time
  58. KillerTomato
    Dec 14, 2011
    5
    I'm sure this has been said and said again in the user reviews but I felt the need to chime in. We've all read a review where the reviewer says that game developer "X" is not satisfied to rest on their laurels. Right? Well my friends, MW3 is what you get when the developer does just that. In defense of MW3 as a creative work, Activision and company have been resting on those laurels forI'm sure this has been said and said again in the user reviews but I felt the need to chime in. We've all read a review where the reviewer says that game developer "X" is not satisfied to rest on their laurels. Right? Well my friends, MW3 is what you get when the developer does just that. In defense of MW3 as a creative work, Activision and company have been resting on those laurels for the last 4 COD titles. It just took this last one for the majority of consumers to notice. I say "last one" because if you, the consumer, allow this franchise to steal your money again you're crazy. Much like all the reviewers who gave this game anything abouve a 7 out of 10. So while this game is of the same quality COD 4 Modern Warfare was, it is shameful to exploit a game engine so many times in one generation. I dare to say that we got what we deserve though.… Expand
  59. bugmg
    Dec 24, 2011
    5
    I honestly think that nothing original has come out of this franchise, and now the expectation is that these be the same. i felt like I got what I wanted in terms of a little entertainment. However, I shouldn't be forced to be a cat which plays with a toy then grows bored of it. Not the best FPS at all.
  60. GrantB
    Jan 1, 2012
    5
    I've never wrote a review before but after seeing the score this game has received I feel like I should. The campaign while short I did enjoy at first but as it progressed I only found myself playing it just to see what happens to Soap and Captain Price and I wouldn't play the campaign again. I did however enjoy the CoD4 references such as Kamarov and Cpt. MacMillan making small returnsI've never wrote a review before but after seeing the score this game has received I feel like I should. The campaign while short I did enjoy at first but as it progressed I only found myself playing it just to see what happens to Soap and Captain Price and I wouldn't play the campaign again. I did however enjoy the CoD4 references such as Kamarov and Cpt. MacMillan making small returns and watching the sniper shot to Zakhaev and Al Asads nuke going off from the other side too. I wasn't a fan of the original spec ops and I'm not too impressed here either. The missions are recylced with different objectives and I personally didn't find it all that fun, even with a friend. Survival mode is a new addition to mirror Nazi Zombies and holds up well. You can choose from any map to play on and have access to air support and an armory. It's fun but why can you only play with one friend? If you could play up to 4 it'd be even better. Now the main part of CoD, the multiplayer. On paper it seems the most balanced CoD yet, there doesn't seem to be any overpowered perks and strike packages add a new twist to let even the worst of the players achieve something. The weapon leveling I approve of too. But the map design is awful, I could find 2 or 3 maps that I really enjoyed to play on. The rest have no flow to them. I'm not the best CoD player nor the worst but even I couldn't find that much fun to be had here. It's still a lot of headless chickens running about with UMPs or ACR's and you're killed almost instantly. Still it's always fun to kill half an hour or so. Overall I'm not impressed with this game. It is the same as before which is both good and bad but the CoD series is getting very boring to me now. If anybody reads this I hope it somewhat helps you. Thanks for reading and this is only my opinion.… Expand
  61. ThisNameIsTaken
    Mar 12, 2013
    5
    I've never really been a big fan of recent first person shooter games and very rarely will i truly enjoy one. I had a friend of mine let me borrow this game for about a week. After trying this game out, it still did not change my opinion of recent FPS games. The single player campaign was pretty bad, while the online multiplayer was a mess. The storyline was (in my opinion) filled withI've never really been a big fan of recent first person shooter games and very rarely will i truly enjoy one. I had a friend of mine let me borrow this game for about a week. After trying this game out, it still did not change my opinion of recent FPS games. The single player campaign was pretty bad, while the online multiplayer was a mess. The storyline was (in my opinion) filled with boring characters, and average set pieces (the Eiffel Tower faling down was good, i'll admit, but there were just too many explosions throughout the whole campaign) and dull, grey environments (I know it's a war game, but even the cities in which the story takes place in aren't grey and dull).It was just a forgettable campaign. The multiplayer was the worst experience I had with the game, since most of the games I had joined were either extremely laggy, filled with screaming little kids, or the game not letting me in the match at all. The maps were also really forgettable. Seeing that i'm not a big fan of recent FPS', this review might seem a bit biased. Honestly, if nearly all gaming magazines and websites didn't constantly advertise it, I would even say it was rushed. So thats my opinion, thats its just a forgettable, mediocre game.… Expand
  62. dinoslayer6
    Jun 7, 2012
    5
    55/100.
    When MW3 was first released and for about the first month after release, I was in love. Then, I put in Black Ops and noticed the considerable differences and how down scaled MW3 was. Then I put in MW2 and really began wondering why Infinity Ward did what they did on MW3. I(personally) hate smaller maps, such as Dome, Arkaden, or Resistance. MW3 put extra power into guns while    55/100.
    When MW3 was first released and for about the first month after release, I was in love. Then, I put in Black Ops and noticed the considerable differences and how down scaled MW3 was. Then I put in MW2 and really began wondering why Infinity Ward did what they did on MW3. I(personally) hate smaller maps, such as Dome, Arkaden, or Resistance. MW3 put extra power into guns while giving you less health, which is very unfortunate, and now at this point, MW3 has become 2 guns worth using, the ACR and the MP7 and I find no fun in that at all.
    The Campaign was OK, nothing spectacular like MW2s but still a pretty balanced campaign and one worth not missing.    … Expand
  63. AndyP96
    Jan 17, 2012
    5
    The current generation of gamers mainly consist of people who dislike innovation and are looking for the same thing over and over again. It is companies like Activision we can blame for the recent decline in the Japanese games industry we have unfortunately witnessed. CoD brought the sequelitis disease into gaming, which basically means a franchise bringing new installments annually withThe current generation of gamers mainly consist of people who dislike innovation and are looking for the same thing over and over again. It is companies like Activision we can blame for the recent decline in the Japanese games industry we have unfortunately witnessed. CoD brought the sequelitis disease into gaming, which basically means a franchise bringing new installments annually with no significant changes. Modern Warfare 3 is the third time the same game has been released, only with a few online changes that would prove little challenge to have released as DLC or a patch for the first game, and an even more absurd, generic plot ripped from a low budget action flick filled with painful cliches. It saddens me to see CoD do so well in an industry where a lot of hidden gems do not recieve such recognition, while they are ones who truly deserve it. If you are a mindless child whose pea sized brain can handle nothing more than easy to follow shooters with about 6 hours of true gameplay, then you may enjoy this mediocre game. If you are even remotely intelligent, then save your money.… Expand
  64. Hyndesy
    Jan 22, 2012
    5
    This game is a carbon copy of mw2 it brings nothing new to the table at all. Hopefully the developers can reinvent the next installment and release a NEW game not just what feels like an expansion pack.
  65. doctorwhofreak1
    Feb 21, 2012
    5
    ill start off by saying that i hate the fanboys who think this deserved game of the year when it dosent. the game has a good campaign but lacks in length. it took me 2 to 3 hours. BUT THATS NOT WHY PEOPLE BUY THIS GAME. its for the multiplayer, which is a bit off a let down. all the ype for an almost copy and paste of modern warfare 2. the only thing i like in the multiplayer is theill start off by saying that i hate the fanboys who think this deserved game of the year when it dosent. the game has a good campaign but lacks in length. it took me 2 to 3 hours. BUT THATS NOT WHY PEOPLE BUY THIS GAME. its for the multiplayer, which is a bit off a let down. all the ype for an almost copy and paste of modern warfare 2. the only thing i like in the multiplayer is the private macthes, which you and friends will play for a good bit. not a bad game but not perfect.… Expand
  66. MattSienkowski
    Feb 5, 2012
    5
    I think the newest version of COD MW3 is a bit "overrated" in comparison to its' past years and versions. The multi-player seems to be the exact same with a couple more glitches, at least for myself. The overall campaign is the same with the same features and concepts but overall enjoyable I might add. Overall I think the newest version is quite a copy of the past versions, but I GUESS II think the newest version of COD MW3 is a bit "overrated" in comparison to its' past years and versions. The multi-player seems to be the exact same with a couple more glitches, at least for myself. The overall campaign is the same with the same features and concepts but overall enjoyable I might add. Overall I think the newest version is quite a copy of the past versions, but I GUESS I would recommend it to buyers, but if you have other COD games, specifically the last recent, then no need to purchase this one… Expand
  67. theRAINBRO
    Feb 13, 2012
    5
    It's an ok game, it brought closure to the campaign. it uses the same engine as the previous game and it feels the same. It's only ok for me because I never played MW2.
  68. GeneralShepherd
    Feb 15, 2012
    5
    This game is a great new installation in the Modern Warfare franchise but some aspects of it let its reputation down, like the laziness to improve the game and some lagging. The multiplayer section is still the same, though some weapons are in a different form, like the MP5K, which has changed into the MP5. One problem is that the dreaded host migration is still there. Many people have hadThis game is a great new installation in the Modern Warfare franchise but some aspects of it let its reputation down, like the laziness to improve the game and some lagging. The multiplayer section is still the same, though some weapons are in a different form, like the MP5K, which has changed into the MP5. One problem is that the dreaded host migration is still there. Many people have had to put up with rage quitters and losing their game data and all their XP and completed challenges. Call of Duty Elite is a new feature which doesn't really make a difference, only that you get double XP and new emblems and titles for your callsign. The single player campaign carries on the storyline from the end of Modern Warfare 2, in which Soap Mactavish gets stabbed and General Shepherd have a fight. Mactavish pulls out the knife from his chest and throws it at Shepherd where it hits him in the eye. Overall, a game with an okay reputation.… Expand
  69. Fozzy
    Mar 12, 2012
    5
    I will simply start off with this- Modern Warfare 3 is a joke. Not to the extent of Duke Nukem Forever and Thor: God of Thunder, but a joke nonetheless. I will not lie and say I am not a BF3 player, but I had never played a Battlefield game until after CoD, but it was better. MW3 is almost like a DLC of MW2, which wasn't very good to begin with. This game expects everyone on earth to beI will simply start off with this- Modern Warfare 3 is a joke. Not to the extent of Duke Nukem Forever and Thor: God of Thunder, but a joke nonetheless. I will not lie and say I am not a BF3 player, but I had never played a Battlefield game until after CoD, but it was better. MW3 is almost like a DLC of MW2, which wasn't very good to begin with. This game expects everyone on earth to be big Michael Bay fans with the endless explosions, gassing of London and being pseudo-killed an uncountable amount of times in a helicopter. I will not argue that the multiplayer is bad, because it is good, the developers are just lazy and added about 10% more stuff into the game. All the kilstreaks are still there, you don't get any new attatchments, the leveling-up system with the weapons is poor at best and you will find yourself so bored with it after 4 hours (even after finishing the short campaign) that you will sell it on Ebay. But I'm being realistic, and I know you can't give a game a low score because you like something better. But I urge you, please buy something else. There are so many great games out like Skyrim, Dark Souls, Uncharted and Assassin's Creed. Buy them instead.… Expand
  70. Liquid_Blue7
    Mar 18, 2012
    5
    I have friends that literally buy each coming COD for the sole reason that the next one will have new guns, perks, and maps. No care for plot or anything other than the multiplayer. Not that this isn't a good game since I've played a good chunk with friends...but it is a huge step down from Black Ops. The only thing 'fun' here is Survival Mode.
  71. mudgie0205
    Jun 25, 2012
    5
    Modern Warfare was lityerally the exact same game as MW2 in the multip[ayer, but not in the singleplayer, i think that the campaign is good but not as good as the MW2 campaign (Going to complete my review later.)
  72. steveexplodes97
    Jul 9, 2012
    5
    5.5 I know multiplayer is the main focus, but singleplayer should be equaly factored into a Game. It is HORRIBLE. Very repetitive, no challenge, boring story that takes itself way to seriously, and is only 4 hours long. Did the designers fall asleep? What happened? Online isn't bad, but it is also repetitive. Thankfully, it is addicting to unlock new things and does a great job of5.5 I know multiplayer is the main focus, but singleplayer should be equaly factored into a Game. It is HORRIBLE. Very repetitive, no challenge, boring story that takes itself way to seriously, and is only 4 hours long. Did the designers fall asleep? What happened? Online isn't bad, but it is also repetitive. Thankfully, it is addicting to unlock new things and does a great job of keeping you hooked, but eventually it does get tireing. Good if you want to play private matches with friends, but other than that, don't bother on this.

    Gameplay- Very repetitive, yet addicting to a certain degree. Graphics- Ok, but no real memorable scenes or arcitechture.

    Sound- Effects are good, music is forgettable. Presentation- Story is taken too seriously and one death of a main character is not nearly as emotional as the game thinks it is. Basic FPS.

    Very good if you have friends who can play with you, other than that, skip it.    … Expand
  73. F-50Cal
    Jul 22, 2012
    5
    There are only 2 positive aspects that allow MW3 a 5, the story mode that has been continued since modern warfare was wrapped up nicely and had a fitting end; the spec ops survival mode is entertaining for a few hours. Thats about it, the multiplayer is the same thing as every other call of duty but with better visuals and different weapons, the maps are absolutely horrific (apart fromThere are only 2 positive aspects that allow MW3 a 5, the story mode that has been continued since modern warfare was wrapped up nicely and had a fitting end; the spec ops survival mode is entertaining for a few hours. Thats about it, the multiplayer is the same thing as every other call of duty but with better visuals and different weapons, the maps are absolutely horrific (apart from some); they just dont cater for all types of gameplay, the killstreaks feel unrewarding and the weapon variety feels bland and boring. The only saving grace is the campaign which I have loved since COD 4 and the spec ops survival mode which can become boring after several hours. Overall, this is a disappointing entry into the call of duty franchise, with the mw2 maps around the corner; maybe, just maybe, they can save the multiplayer. However, I doubt that.… Expand
  74. Gabranth
    Sep 17, 2012
    5
    This game alone, as first purchase, will grant you amazing hours of fun, several multilplayer modes, co-op options and a movie like experience in the single player. However, be aware that multiplayer is based solely on speed of reaction, no team play, maps are overall small and spawns are really close, sometimes you will spawn right behind an enemy and even surrounded, as the designers ofThis game alone, as first purchase, will grant you amazing hours of fun, several multilplayer modes, co-op options and a movie like experience in the single player. However, be aware that multiplayer is based solely on speed of reaction, no team play, maps are overall small and spawns are really close, sometimes you will spawn right behind an enemy and even surrounded, as the designers of the game said, this game rewards the players who learn the spawn points and traffic routes, that is, if you are in location A you must learn that other players will spawn in point B and C, and find a spot where you can kill both while they are running in small corridors. This game is close quarter combat at its maximum.

    If you already own previous games of call of duty, name it MW or BO, this is just another one. Nothing new, just cosmetic changes and change of names of the same stuff, at this point this game is just for first timers looking for a really fast pace FPS where killing 3 people without dying is an achievement for regular players, and for fans, fans never get tired of the same thing over and over and over and over. Everyone else, this game is not for you.    … Expand
  75. CanaMavrickTwo
    Sep 29, 2012
    5
    Let me get things straight. It's not as good as some people say, and it's not as bad as other people say. On the negative side, it changes almost nothing since MW2, every map is designed to have one or multiple camping spots or unfair peeps and holes for noobs, the community is filled with crying children and the perks, weapons and killstreaks are pretty unbalanced. On the positive side,Let me get things straight. It's not as good as some people say, and it's not as bad as other people say. On the negative side, it changes almost nothing since MW2, every map is designed to have one or multiple camping spots or unfair peeps and holes for noobs, the community is filled with crying children and the perks, weapons and killstreaks are pretty unbalanced. On the positive side, the controls are great, the "feel" is great, it continues the plot and ends it (I hope so) and the spec ops will last a bit. Overall, it's in between OK and mediocre. I don't think it belongs the amount of attention it has and some people either just like or hate this too much. I just hope that COD and military shooters in general becomes a thing of the past after the next generation because they are getting stale.… Expand
  76. GamersLikeABoss
    Nov 10, 2012
    5
    i think the call of duty collection should stop making games, the first call of duty games is really fun and fresh but now is the same thing, shooting people and i was expecting something new but i think i would rather play battlefield instead of the same thing over and over again
  77. Cole123
    Jun 19, 2014
    5
    Modern Warfare 3 is the biggest example that I can give of a Copy-Paste game. The Campaign continues the story of MW2 and it was still pretty good but didn't have the addicting factor that the other campaigns had (atleast not with me) but it still featured a great satisfying ending. The muliplayer is basically MW2 but with horrible maps, bad killstreaks, and a handfull of campingModern Warfare 3 is the biggest example that I can give of a Copy-Paste game. The Campaign continues the story of MW2 and it was still pretty good but didn't have the addicting factor that the other campaigns had (atleast not with me) but it still featured a great satisfying ending. The muliplayer is basically MW2 but with horrible maps, bad killstreaks, and a handfull of camping mp7,assassin tryhards. The game provides less fun and you get bored of it after a week.… Expand
  78. chrisjones914
    Jul 8, 2013
    5
    So many people love to hate on the Call of Duty series, and I'm starting to understand why! I mean don't get me wrong the campaigns are like playing your own action movie and who doesn't love that crazy addictive multiplayer? but when that is all that you bring to the table year after year, its gonna start to show the developement teams lack of idea's and the overall age of the games andSo many people love to hate on the Call of Duty series, and I'm starting to understand why! I mean don't get me wrong the campaigns are like playing your own action movie and who doesn't love that crazy addictive multiplayer? but when that is all that you bring to the table year after year, its gonna start to show the developement teams lack of idea's and the overall age of the games and mecahnics.… Expand
  79. JoshLuck1995
    Aug 11, 2014
    5
    Looking at it as a individual game it seems ok, but compared to MW2 and MW1 its pretty pants. oh well - i played it for the trophies but if i look at it as a COD fan yeah , im not happy.
  80. Critical_Gamer1
    Jan 2, 2015
    5
    Same **** game as MW2 and COD 4, just different maps(some reused). The graphics are worse, so are the maps and weapons. The game is not balanced. Campers will love this game. The only good thing is that its similar to mw2 but its a bit worse.
  81. AvxrageJoe
    Jul 3, 2015
    5
    It has a good campaign that ends the Modern Warfare trilogy and the story of Bravo Team and TF141. The multiplayer however is terrible. Atleast for PS3. The 360 version's MP is better.

    (Played this when it came out, I'm just now writing the review)
  82. josesueiro
    May 13, 2016
    5
    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is a first-person shooter video game, developed by Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games, with development assistance from Raven Software, and published by Activision.

    + Good Campaign
    + Good Mutiplayer
    - More of the Same
  83. hongkong97
    Aug 31, 2015
    5
    call of duty modern warfare 3 is an alright cod game. not really the best cod game but not the worst. mw3 campaign was great and the spec ops was amazing but the mulitplayer was dull and boring. it just felt like an addon on for mw2 i mean the graphics were the same the guns were the same. not really a big change for call of duty. if your a fan of call of duty. pick up bo1 or bo2 causecall of duty modern warfare 3 is an alright cod game. not really the best cod game but not the worst. mw3 campaign was great and the spec ops was amazing but the mulitplayer was dull and boring. it just felt like an addon on for mw2 i mean the graphics were the same the guns were the same. not really a big change for call of duty. if your a fan of call of duty. pick up bo1 or bo2 cause these game looked different or maybe pick up mw2 or waw or cod 4 cause those games were fantasic.… Expand
  84. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    5
    A fairly mediocre shooter with a boring story and an overall lackluster campaign. Multiplayer is a decent amount of fun, which makes it worth a play at some point.
  85. MadPax5000
    Nov 27, 2016
    5
    I was not much into the COD series and started off with it recently. Modern warfare 3 was not impressive. The gameplay was simple, which is not really the issue. The storyline is weak and just tries to build upon where MW2 left off. Not too many weapons you could really browse through.

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

    The end sequence was good and enjoyed that but otherwise througout the game, the storyline did not really keep me interested.    … Expand
  86. okayokay
    Oct 10, 2018
    5
    rrrrrrrrrrraaaaaaaaaaadddddddddddiiiiiiiiiiicccccccccccaaaaaaaaaaalllllllllll
  87. Berellow
    Dec 1, 2020
    5
    For me this game is the best COD. I own this game for bunch of years now, when I play it i don't stop playing for weeks, I just i want to play every day.
  88. HuevoAlce
    Jun 25, 2022
    5
    While it has its moments, Modern Warfare 3 fails to live up to the legacy of its predecessor.
  89. G_Mackzy
    Dec 6, 2011
    4
    It's not so much the game but the community that breaks this game. As someone who enjoys heavily team based games like Battlefield etc MW3 offers very little. It seems that the game promotes kill whoring a little too much which leads to players more obsessed with their k/dr than actually winning.
  90. seandewar5
    Jan 14, 2012
    4
    Wow, Call of Duty : Modern Warfare 3, what an anticipated game - made of complete garbage.

    First thing, the pros : - Fast paced multiplayer action which is what made the multiplayer popular. - Very addicting. And now, the cons : - Unbalanced weapons such as the Akimbo FMG9 and the Type 95; still overpowering even after two months of the game's release. - The lack of dedicated servers -    Wow, Call of Duty : Modern Warfare 3, what an anticipated game - made of complete garbage.

    First thing, the pros :
    - Fast paced multiplayer action which is what made the multiplayer popular.
    - Very addicting.

    And now, the cons :
    - Unbalanced weapons such as the Akimbo FMG9 and the Type 95; still overpowering even after two months of the game's release.
    - The lack of dedicated servers - was a disappointment; but I can see their point on the cost (how did Battlefield 3 achieve it, then?)
    - Lag and hit detection problems; yes, it was not as bad as Call of Duty : Black Ops, but still terrible compared to past titles.
    - Short storyline; hell, you may as well buy the game for the multiplayer - but even THAT'S flawed.

    Need I say more? Please do not buy this game, let the series die now, it's made enough mistakes.    … Expand
  91. Skull-o-mania
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    I get it now; I am a sucker to the capitalist machine that is Activision. I would not be surprised if the proceeds for this game are going to the legal team that is being built to attack the creators of the Call of duty franchise Jason West and Vincent Zampella. I am sure that Robert Kotick is rolling in my money right now laughing to himself. But now on to the game am I supposed to be toI get it now; I am a sucker to the capitalist machine that is Activision. I would not be surprised if the proceeds for this game are going to the legal team that is being built to attack the creators of the Call of duty franchise Jason West and Vincent Zampella. I am sure that Robert Kotick is rolling in my money right now laughing to himself. But now on to the game am I supposed to be to amazed by. There is an argument in the gaming world if Battlefeild or Modern Warfare 3 will beat out the other in the long run. From what I have played of both of them; I would like it if a third party came along and destroyed them both. What ever that means I don't know. Graphics: I can't complain. Some very stunning moments, but I did get some strange texture pops.
    Design: The reason I am giving this game a 4 is because at least there are somethings that do work. The twitch gameplay is what we've all come to expect from this developing company. Level Design: Signle player linear and boring. This is ridiculous, I just feel like I am being led by the hand and shown all the same enemy over an over. Multiplayer level Design: Are you kidding me. The release maps are all basic grid based square maps with some objects to provide minimal cover. There is something about all the maps that feel like claustrophobic hallways. Even the "open air" sniping maps seem small and cramped. Why can you not jump up on boxes that are knee height, but dumpster can be mounted easily?
    Controls: Nothing to complain about here. Sound: Nothing to complain about here.

    Conclusion: Next time when the hype is such that a company will spend good money two months before to promote the next "big" game. I will think twice. I think that consumers were thinking that this game was going to be some "new" an "amazing" experience that would keep there hopes up about the business. Unfortunately this game does not seem "new" the aspect of "amazing" seems to be some where in the past successes of this pony. Nostalgia is a good selling point.    … Expand
  92. Mattaclysm
    Nov 21, 2011
    4
    I actually can say I was somewhat interested in MW3 just because of the story. MW2's campaign was actually a good one so I thought the follow up in MW3 would be a decent one. Sadly, this is not the case. MW3's campaign edges on your patience mission by mission following up with one boring step at a time. I had forced myself to play on hoping something exciting would happen. UnfortunatelyI actually can say I was somewhat interested in MW3 just because of the story. MW2's campaign was actually a good one so I thought the follow up in MW3 would be a decent one. Sadly, this is not the case. MW3's campaign edges on your patience mission by mission following up with one boring step at a time. I had forced myself to play on hoping something exciting would happen. Unfortunately it took about half of the time I spent playing before something interesting actually happened, it took me until the level with the sandstorm to not get bored for a while. Then after that. The game once again starts to become less and less interesting. It took me a little under seven hours to complete the campaign on veteran. It might just be a matter of perspective but I thought it was much more fun in MW2 playing as the Rangers as apposed to MW3's DF. The graphics aren't much different then MW2. In fact they're exactly the same. Nothing has improved. You even see some of the same objects that were in MW2. Sounds of guns are okay but I have run into a few situations where the game will mess up and I'll hear a static-ish screeching that will force me to turn my sound all the way down until it stops. Half of the music flat out sucks. It's probably the worst soundtrack of any of the CoD series. You hear the delta force music so much that the mute button on your TV actually becomes useful. On to the multiplayer. In my eyes MW3 is slightly better then the camp fest known as MW2. It's no CoD4 but it's decent. Until the lag hits. Wow this game lags far worse then Black Ops ever did online. This company has made over a billion dollars from the Call of Duty name and they can't get better servers? The constant freezing in games and lag makes this game a joke. Just like Black ops and MW2 a lot of the maps in the game feel like they were designed to suck. This game's online interface has taken a huge step back from where BO was going too. The lack of in depth stat tracking and MW3's terrible theatre, which for some reason doesn't work for me half of the time (Out of Memory.) . I feel like whoever was working on the MP aspect just threw stuff together and called it a day. All in all. This game is below being what could be considered mediocre at best. The campaign blows. Survival should have been 4 players, and the online is really laggy. I seriously hope if there is a MW4 IW gets their crap together because if this is the sign of all things to come it looks like Treyarch is going to be the only one dropping out decent CoD's.… Expand
  93. PS3Man
    Nov 9, 2011
    4
    I honestly was expecting more. I loved Black Ops and thought it was the best CoD yet. I was hoping that Infinity Ward would build on what Black Ops had alreadt accomplished. Instead, Infinity Ward decided to only expand on MW2. MW2 is a two year old game and is dated. Black Ops is new and full of amazing features such as dolphin diving, wager matches, cod points, etc. IW disregardedI honestly was expecting more. I loved Black Ops and thought it was the best CoD yet. I was hoping that Infinity Ward would build on what Black Ops had alreadt accomplished. Instead, Infinity Ward decided to only expand on MW2. MW2 is a two year old game and is dated. Black Ops is new and full of amazing features such as dolphin diving, wager matches, cod points, etc. IW disregarded everything that Treyarch did right and only wanted to improve their game. The maps are to small and it seems as though there is too much going on at once. I have already started to go back to Black Ops instead of playing MW3. This game also has some positives though. The connection for multiplayer is greatly increased and is great. Overall, this is more of a Modern Warfare 2.5 than a Modern Warfare 3. This is not the change that I wanted and I believe that IW only put in minimal work into this game. I am a huge fan of CoD, but this is not what I wanted.… Expand
  94. billybloke
    Nov 8, 2011
    4
    Oh dear, what can I say? Anyone expecting an improvement on MW2 will be sorely disappointed. Infinity Ward know exactly who their target audience is and this game panders to the teenage gamer with barely a thought for anyone else. They clearly realised that young players who will hassle mum and dad for expansion packs and add-ons are the ones to appeal to. To all other gamers, haveOh dear, what can I say? Anyone expecting an improvement on MW2 will be sorely disappointed. Infinity Ward know exactly who their target audience is and this game panders to the teenage gamer with barely a thought for anyone else. They clearly realised that young players who will hassle mum and dad for expansion packs and add-ons are the ones to appeal to. To all other gamers, have "Support" so you can still get killstreaks when the kiddies kill you. Snipers Rifles have no value whatsoever, unless you're an expert 'quik-scoper' as no map allows you the time, space or pace to establish a sniping position. This game is frenetic, chaotic and wholly sub-standard. Like an arcade game, except you don't put coins in a machine, you simply drain your parents' credit card. Simples. A shocking addition to the series. If you're a serious fps gamer looking for a mature warfare game with a brain and a strategic element, then Battlefield 3 is for you. If you want to tear around a map at light speed, judged only on your reflexes, then look no further. This shoddy mess will be right up your street.… Expand
  95. Morzy
    Nov 12, 2011
    4
    It's only after playing this you realise how good Black Ops and BF3 really are. Very disappointed but not shocked i must say. Not a single player review, though not really a single player game is it? Quickscoping is back, shoot a guy a few times for him to kill you instantly with his shotgun is back, umpteen helicopters in the air at any time, massive knife lunges, two year old graphicsIt's only after playing this you realise how good Black Ops and BF3 really are. Very disappointed but not shocked i must say. Not a single player review, though not really a single player game is it? Quickscoping is back, shoot a guy a few times for him to kill you instantly with his shotgun is back, umpteen helicopters in the air at any time, massive knife lunges, two year old graphics and the maps (bar a few) are crap. They have cashed in at our expense something terrible here and i think a lot of people will buy Elite before realising how average this game is, hang your heads I Ward. Treyarch got so many things right (credit to them), wager matches, gun game and just generally more balanced gameplay where you felt you actually earned your killstreaks. I bought this game for £25 and traded it in for £35, strangely i still feel ripped off.… Expand
  96. Webwolf
    Nov 21, 2011
    4
    I have been playing COD since MW1, but i am getting tired of this. it feels the same as MW2, but not in a good way. I got fast bored with this game, its a disappointment.
  97. BemaniAK
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    Single Player is short and uninteresting.
    Multiplayer is the same old deal, same old tactic of taking old obscure user-made game modes from old shooters to pretend they did something original, same old MMO-style methods of keeping players addicted to grinding points.
    Playable, but not enjoyable.
  98. Rammsoldat
    Nov 8, 2011
    4
    Ok so call of duty 4 was really good, great plot and nicely done action scenes, modern warfare 2 was essentially the same game but with a new story that got a bit silly. Modern warfare 3 continues on along the same line and while the story is alright its so samey i just dont feel anything from it anymore. every section has been done before in a previous game so much so that you can justOk so call of duty 4 was really good, great plot and nicely done action scenes, modern warfare 2 was essentially the same game but with a new story that got a bit silly. Modern warfare 3 continues on along the same line and while the story is alright its so samey i just dont feel anything from it anymore. every section has been done before in a previous game so much so that you can just tell whats going to happen next and thats never any fun, even the final scene of the game is pretty much exactly like the ones in Mw1 and 2.

    Multiplayer looks to be the usual affair, nothing to see here. This game really isnt worth paying for if you have any of the previous call of duty games.

    Gamers like change in their games but its hard to do it right, change too much or change at the expense of good features and there will be complaints however even worse is when games stay the same. Time to retire modern warfare, the water in the well has become stagnant.    … Expand
  99. Knightwing_J
    Nov 15, 2011
    4
    I have bought every COD game since 4, and MW3 is the first time I have been disappointed with the game. Part of that may be my own issue, for having too high of expectations. Part of it may be the hype machine around the game. But I think a lot of it also has to do with the game itself. I buy COD for the multiplayer. I like the single player campaigns, I play them, I enjoy them, but I buyI have bought every COD game since 4, and MW3 is the first time I have been disappointed with the game. Part of that may be my own issue, for having too high of expectations. Part of it may be the hype machine around the game. But I think a lot of it also has to do with the game itself. I buy COD for the multiplayer. I like the single player campaigns, I play them, I enjoy them, but I buy the game for the multiplayer. If the games did not have that component I would not buy them, except maybe in the cheap bins. That being said, the campaign in MW3 is fine... good even. And I had fun playing it. Where the game really falls flat, is in the multiplayer. Specifically, the maps. The maps that are included with the game are terrible, in my opinion. I have no stats to back this up, but in the previous COD games, it seems like the maps were well balanced between interiors and exteriors. I am willing to bet that 80% or more of MW3's maps are exterior/outdoor based. There are a million buildings on the maps... but virtually none of them are accessible. And those that are, are little one or two room structures. In the Wall Street map "Downturn," there is NOTHING beyond a small hallway on the second floor of one of the buildings. On a map that takes place among skyscrapers, you get one hallway on the second floor of one building. This issue is repeated over and over in the game, with many of the maps having buildings that are not accessible, or only accessible is so much as they provide a short hallway to get to the next area of the map. In addition, there are virtually no windows or vantage points on the maps to look out from. In addition, the George Lucas effect seemed to be working its magic on the developers. Virtually every inch of every map is cluttered with... stuff. Barrels, cars, debris, crates, and other random junk. The idea that less is more, was clearly NOT in their minds as they designed these locals. Finally, and in conclusion, the game and the maps for multiplayer seem designed for one style of play, that being "run and gun," which is fine and does not make it a bad game for everyone, but it does make it a bad game for me. The game and maps are not balanced to all types of FPS gamers, especially those like myself that like to take things a little slower and are more methodical. It is disappointing that they took a series that had been really well balanced and shifted it so heavily to one type of gamer. I won't say that I will never buy another COD game again, or anything as hyperbole as that. But I will definitely not blindly pre-order the next COD (and especially the next MW) game as I did with World at War, MW2, Black Ops and MW3. I will wait, maybe see if a friend gets it and try it out before committing to it. And maybe not having a COD game I like this year will give me time to try Battlefield. I did not see the point in buying it since I was getting MW3, but for only $28 to $30 around Thanksgiving, I am willing to give that a try and see if maybe that is a better game for me this year.… Expand
  100. Beahmscream
    Nov 8, 2011
    4
    Now im going to be completely honest here, having gotten the game 3 days early I can tell you one thing. It's simply more of the same. That's not to say the original CoD 4 was bad though, it's just completely over used and now getting to the point where it is ridiculous.
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#17 Best PS3 Game of 2011
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#16 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2011

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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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