Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5387 Ratings

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  1. Reviewer2401
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Disappointing end to the series.

    Campaign is not worthy of the Modern Warfare series, Modern Warfare 2 and COD4 had much better campaigns.

    Maybe next time, Activision.
  2. SpiderPig
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I think I've played this before...Oh yes, I've played this 3 times before this. They keep putting the same game over and over again claiming that they've changed things. Since Modern Warfare, which was groundbreaking, they just released the same game and decided to charge $60 for it. I think Activision has beat another horse to death.
  3. Sgt_Ludby
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game does not deserve the negative criticism it is being dealt. It is an excellent game and I already know that the playtime I am going to get out of it will, by far, warrant the $60 purchase. I don't understand why people bash the game for "unoriginality." Seriously, has anyone compared Madden '08 to Madden '11? The differences between all of Madden's iterations are EXTREMELYThis game does not deserve the negative criticism it is being dealt. It is an excellent game and I already know that the playtime I am going to get out of it will, by far, warrant the $60 purchase. I don't understand why people bash the game for "unoriginality." Seriously, has anyone compared Madden '08 to Madden '11? The differences between all of Madden's iterations are EXTREMELY miniscule, especially when you compare it to the changes between all of the Modern Warfare versions. Ignore the public's grudged misconception and give the game an open-minded try. You'll have some fun!!… Expand
  4. zi_zidane
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I would urge even the most die hard COD fans to consider what message they are sending to game devlopers if the give MW3 a high score.

    The gaming industry is more and more ripping of consumers by simply re-skinning games instead of making new ones. When will devlopers actually develop new engines? Do we have to wait till the next generation of consoles? How much work went into the    I would urge even the most die hard COD fans to consider what message they are sending to game devlopers if the give MW3 a high score.

    The gaming industry is more and more ripping of consumers by simply re-skinning games instead of making new ones. When will devlopers actually develop new engines? Do we have to wait till the next generation of consoles?

    How much work went into the making of MW3, in comparison to say COD4? MW3 uses the same map objects (such as the busses, the tanks) as seen in COD4. These objects exist in Activision library - map creation for them is simply a drag-and-drop. It's not creation.

    The graphics, the gameplay, the engine... everything is the same. How much of MW3 is actually different or original? 20% perhaps?

    I'm asking everyone on metacritic, for the sake of future game development, to score this game low & send a message to the gaming industy, LOUD & CLEAR that we WILL NOT ACCEPT re-hashed, re-skin products.

    If you want to reap the profits, but in the work. Develop game play, develop the engine, improve the graphics... don't patronise your own customers by changing the maps and retailing the game at premium price.    … Expand
  5. al05t50ul
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Everything you would expect in a Call of Duty game! very fun and addicting multiplayer! The main campaign story line is good, but falls short. Overall, best FPS this year!
  6. jsneer
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    All the people voting for it negatively saying it is just a map pack for MW2 are idiotic.
    The game is so much more advanced. They have tried to counter out camping, which was a huge problem in all prior CoD games, by introducing Kill Confirmed. They have also changed the level at which you get things like Claymore's etc, so again, stopping camping. This changes the whole dynamic of the    All the people voting for it negatively saying it is just a map pack for MW2 are idiotic.
    The game is so much more advanced. They have tried to counter out camping, which was a huge problem in all prior CoD games, by introducing Kill Confirmed. They have also changed the level at which you get things like Claymore's etc, so again, stopping camping. This changes the whole dynamic of the game. Not to mention the three different types off killstreak packages. Why change the engine from MW2 when it is better than anything out there. It is something everything else tries to be.

    All the negative reviewers are angry the game didnt get completely changed, would have been equally as angry if they had completely changed the game.

    No pleasing some people.

    I think it is perfect and have not touched Black Ops, MW2, Battlefield 3 or Homefront since getting it.    … Expand
  7. contrarian
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    Anyone who bashes Call of Duty is an idiot. Most of you are going way too far into detail about how the whole multiplayer is the same, if you say that, you are retarted. Have you noticed that there is more than 3 new guns in each catagory, also how many new killstreaks there are. And Survival mode is not an attempt to replicate zombies, if anything it is better than zombies. As fun asAnyone who bashes Call of Duty is an idiot. Most of you are going way too far into detail about how the whole multiplayer is the same, if you say that, you are retarted. Have you noticed that there is more than 3 new guns in each catagory, also how many new killstreaks there are. And Survival mode is not an attempt to replicate zombies, if anything it is better than zombies. As fun as 20 slow moving zombies coming at me for 30 levels is I would rather change things up. The different soldier types adds an interesting twist making the player have to change his strategy up each wave, unlike zombies where you just ran around the map leading them to a place where you could shoot them all. I am annoyed with all the hat. Its a fun game, just play it, stop being so critical.… Expand
  8. trumper40
    Nov 18, 2011
    10
    This is definately the best COD ever. All the people who have rated under 7 are just anti-gaming groups who have all rated the game without playing it to try and lower sales. Better visuals, better multiplayer, better scenarios, all make this the best COD ever, and one of the top 5 games on the system.
  9. TheKingOfPop
    Nov 18, 2011
    10
    This is an excellent game. I strongly believe it may be the best in the series. MW2 turned out to be a pretty big disappointment, and probably hurt the reputation of the COD franchise in the general gaming community. The rampant noobtubing and overpowered air support made the game into a complete farce. Infinity Ward's legal trouble probably prevented them from being able to fix many ofThis is an excellent game. I strongly believe it may be the best in the series. MW2 turned out to be a pretty big disappointment, and probably hurt the reputation of the COD franchise in the general gaming community. The rampant noobtubing and overpowered air support made the game into a complete farce. Infinity Ward's legal trouble probably prevented them from being able to fix many of the major issues. But with MW3, it is a breath of fresh air. The game runs smoothly at 60 frames per second, which no other developer seems to be able to deliver. I love this game, it is highly addictive and fun.… Expand
  10. Charrd
    Dec 19, 2011
    10
    The new addition to the CoD franchise is worth a full 10. MW3, while having a low user score from Battlefield 3 lovers and people looking for something else. The all new game modes bring an exciting feel to the game, and the all new weapon system is to die for. The critic reviews are 100 percent accurate. This game is the best yet in the call of duty series.
  11. Nivrap
    Dec 23, 2011
    10
    Great game the online is one of the best of the COD series as there are limited spots for campers, i do feel they need a few more open maps where you can actually use the sniper effectively. The campaign is also good but a bit short. The survival mode is also a good new addition which is fun to play with mates.
  12. Nguyenvansean
    Dec 27, 2011
    10
    This is a great game. It should not get any rating under 5. I don't understand why people rate it a zero because it hasn't changed much or other silly reasons.
  13. Lukedfrt
    Feb 2, 2012
    10
    Great game, yes it hasn't changed much since MW2 but their is only one reason for this... Because MW2 was one of the best games ever. Uncharted 3 is pretty much the same as Uncharted 2 yet it gets incredible reviews and thats because you cant improve on perfection sometimes people. This is the same for MW3, they couldn't really improve it from MW2 more than they have.
  14. Vedo
    Nov 17, 2011
    9
    I don't really understand what the big fuss is about. Everybody knew that this game was going to be the same as MW3 but still got it and say "it's the same game." If you guys want something different go buy Battlefield. But, if your a CoD fan you definitely got to get this game. Like I said they don't do anything different from MW2 but if you like MW2 that's a good thing.
  15. wouldwebealive
    Nov 17, 2011
    8
    Great gameplay as expected, runs smooth as silk, graphics are fine, maps are bigger and better - havent played campaign yet, but hey, if you like the franchise you´ll like this. Stop whining about the price, if you dont want to pay 50-60, wait a couple of months. Its isnt really a big deal now is it. And all that girlie talk about who made it, who makes money and who doesnt..Great gameplay as expected, runs smooth as silk, graphics are fine, maps are bigger and better - havent played campaign yet, but hey, if you like the franchise you´ll like this. Stop whining about the price, if you dont want to pay 50-60, wait a couple of months. Its isnt really a big deal now is it. And all that girlie talk about who made it, who makes money and who doesnt.. come on. Its business. Good ideas/ventures die everyday, but can return (respawn) better prepared and equipped. So whatever. Im having tons of fun with all three mw´s and am thankful to the people who made it possible.… Expand
  16. Inuit_Dude
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    ok before everyone rips my head off with the no button i must say this my review is not actually a 10 it is mor like an 8 but this game does not deserve all of these bad scores yes it is not perfect but i am still sucked in for hours. everyone is Bitc*ing and moaning that it is the same game with different maps, well what do you expect its COD its been the same thing year after year sinceok before everyone rips my head off with the no button i must say this my review is not actually a 10 it is mor like an 8 but this game does not deserve all of these bad scores yes it is not perfect but i am still sucked in for hours. everyone is Bitc*ing and moaning that it is the same game with different maps, well what do you expect its COD its been the same thing year after year since COD4 MW and if they change the game none of you will like it and you will complain about that if you are going to complain about this then why did you spend 3-4 hours in line for a game that you were going to hate anyway. Ok now that i have adressed the trolls i can get on with my review, as always i have to force myself to play the COD campaign since they all feel stale dispite the amazing visuals and gunfights but anyone who buys this game for the story is pretty dumb because it is only like 4-5 hours long but fourtunatly there is so many other things to do. The multiplayer is fun and addictive and also easy to pick up and play for anyone new to the series and will keep you entertained for hours and the new game mode they added has become my new favorite thing to play. This game has also brought back Spec Ops if you somehow manage to get bored of the multiplayer with missions you can do that have nothing to do with the story and they also included a new survival mode. for those that dont know survival is basicly the same thing as zombies but they are actual people with guns trying to kill you instead of mindless animals and i like it way more than zombies and it actually gives you a feeling of accomplishment where as in zombies there is absolutly no gain and it is generally a waste of time. if you were expecting something different you should shoot that thought out of your arse because it is almost exactly the same thing and if you havent already picked up a copy of this game i think that you should defenatly try this out you will not be dissapointed… Expand
  17. ImaITGuy
    Nov 8, 2011
    7
    Let me start off from a different perspective for my review since this is my first. 1. Battlefield 3 and Modern Warfare 3 are 2 different games with 2 different type's of play style - therefore they are only really competing with each other on the $$$ front. - No need to hate on either from that perspective. Now that the "comparison" of BF3 to MW3 is out of the way let me get on with myLet me start off from a different perspective for my review since this is my first. 1. Battlefield 3 and Modern Warfare 3 are 2 different games with 2 different type's of play style - therefore they are only really competing with each other on the $$$ front. - No need to hate on either from that perspective. Now that the "comparison" of BF3 to MW3 is out of the way let me get on with my review of MW3. Having played the COD series from the very beginning and feeling the game come into maturity as both IW and 3Arc passed the torch back and forth each year, I have to say that COD4 really set the stage for the modern 1st person shooter and like any great movie the sequels are hard pressed to hold their own against the original. MW3 borrows probably 90% of the textures, sounds, and map objects from the last 2 games. The cliche if it isnt broke dont fix it comes to mind. The multiplayer is where the game still remains at its best - (once you look past how similar to MW2 it really is), You will bgin to notice that the small tweaks that so many wanted from MW2 have been implemented in MW3 - it no longer takes an entire magazine to take down an enemy player on core mode, gun balance has come into line, perks have been adjusted to be less of a hassle so that true player vs player is the focus and finally the maps and layout of each seems to make for a better flow of battling and prevents slow gameplay. The only real problem with this game is that most players are Veterans of the series and were expecting a "NEW" game but were given MW 2.5. The game is still fun and enjoyable and with the added Spec Ops ( modern day live zombies ) and the stackable kill streaks, you wont regret purchasing it as long as you didnt buy the $99 version. For the new players that this is their 1st time playing the Modern Warfare series will find this one of the best games they have ever played and it will be well worth it. The biggest issue this game has to overcome is the purchase prices of $59 when it should be closer to $39 as an upgrade to MW2… Expand
  18. alyase
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Its the same game nothing new MW2=MW3

    activiation stop thinking about money we went to see something diffrent from COD4 !!

    COD 4 = COD 5 = COD 6 ....... I hope this rate make you think about the players
  19. oh_hai_denny
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    This review is multiplayer only as I am yet to even attempt the campaign.

    Never in my life have I played a game as hyped up as Modern Warfare 3, never in my life have I been more disappointed. 1. The graphics are outdated and unimpressive, poor textures and low quality effects leave the old engine looking more awful than ever. 2. The sound is very average, no different to any previous    This review is multiplayer only as I am yet to even attempt the campaign.

    Never in my life have I played a game as hyped up as Modern Warfare 3, never in my life have I been more disappointed. 1. The graphics are outdated and unimpressive, poor textures and low quality effects leave the old engine looking more awful than ever.

    2. The sound is very average, no different to any previous Call of Duty games, not at all inspiring, all the weapons bland and uninteresting.

    3. This game has the worst servers I have ever experienced, my internet connection is not great but it is sufficient for all online games I have played thus far besides this one. Never before have I been kicked from ten games in a row. Awful. Dedicated servers would do wonders here.

    4. The most clunky, poorly designed maps I have ever played on in a Call of Duty game, a lot are slow and poorly made with a complete lack of anything redeeming.

    5. FEELS THE SAME AS CoD4 and CoD MW2. Except worse. Terrible.    … Expand
  20. Narrh
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    You, people who downvote this game, are mentally retarded, or you are BF3 fangays. Please answer me, why are you so idiot? BF is not even the same type of game as mw3. In mw3 you are showing your skills, you train your reflex, ability to predict, to orient better AND think fast. In BF3 you are either camping with sniper, OR crushing into people with tanks, OR using this **** flashlightYou, people who downvote this game, are mentally retarded, or you are BF3 fangays. Please answer me, why are you so idiot? BF is not even the same type of game as mw3. In mw3 you are showing your skills, you train your reflex, ability to predict, to orient better AND think fast. In BF3 you are either camping with sniper, OR crushing into people with tanks, OR using this **** flashlight attachment which destroys whole game. Please **** OFF from mw3.… Expand
  21. WesleyS
    Nov 17, 2011
    8
    Good game ! I'm not going to compare this game with other games, it would not be a lot of fun if all games were the same.
    There are things that can be better but nothing is perfect. Never the less i enjoy playing this game.
  22. HeadMunky
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    In all honesty, this game looks more like an expansion pack for Modern Warfare 2. Even some of the most minor details have been carried over from Modern Warfare 2. Font, level up music, navigation, hud all the same or at least very very similar to MW2. Most perks and kill-streaks have been carried over from previous games. (some have been adjusted slightly but are very similar andIn all honesty, this game looks more like an expansion pack for Modern Warfare 2. Even some of the most minor details have been carried over from Modern Warfare 2. Font, level up music, navigation, hud all the same or at least very very similar to MW2. Most perks and kill-streaks have been carried over from previous games. (some have been adjusted slightly but are very similar and renamed). I honestly do not view this game as new, but just a $60 expansion of MW2. If that's what your looking for, then this is for you.… Expand
  23. Ben13
    Nov 17, 2011
    10
    Love it! Solo, spec ops and online are all brilliant! Survival mode is another great addition as well. Each to their own, i know this game isn't everyone's idea of what a FPS should be but it works for me!
  24. Sgt-Alex
    Nov 17, 2011
    10
    this game is just awesome wtf 2.8 this game needs a 10+ 4al cod fans and other games pls like this its not because you never played de game that it is bad you wil like this game so hater pls give it a good score
  25. Monster_Rox
    Nov 17, 2011
    9
    Modern warfare 3 does not have a new graphic engine but i think that's not the point of a game, a game has to be fun, the single player mode is in my opinion really good, lots of action, nice missions.
    Multiplayer is the same as every other COD but other maps. The online mode is again in my opinion really good. its the first game in comparison to the other COD'S that i play online so many    Modern warfare 3 does not have a new graphic engine but i think that's not the point of a game, a game has to be fun, the single player mode is in my opinion really good, lots of action, nice missions.
    Multiplayer is the same as every other COD but other maps. The online mode is again in my opinion really good. its the first game in comparison to the other COD'S that i play online so many hours.
    So for me the overall score is a 10, Why ? single player is full of action, not a single time a lonely moment.
    and Multiplayer : The same as any other COD game but i like their online mode, and i think its one of the best.    … Expand
  26. mikediesel11
    Nov 13, 2011
    5
    They pretty much stole there killstreaks from other games. They took the reaper idea, the helicopter that tags enemies manually, the remote tank etc. from the game HOMEFRONT. They stole the "advanced UAV" from black ops but somehow made it useless. when you watch the reaper kill cam it looks like the missile strike from medal of honor. They stole how killstreaks stack even if you dieThey pretty much stole there killstreaks from other games. They took the reaper idea, the helicopter that tags enemies manually, the remote tank etc. from the game HOMEFRONT. They stole the "advanced UAV" from black ops but somehow made it useless. when you watch the reaper kill cam it looks like the missile strike from medal of honor. They stole how killstreaks stack even if you die and how other actions count toward your killstreak from Medal of Honor and Homefront. just an unoriginal game. the guns do feel good though.… Expand
  27. JMitch
    Nov 28, 2011
    0
    There used to be a time where game sequels built from their predecessor and tried to improve the story, gameplay, customization, ect. But with the release of Modern Warfare 3, it seems the industry is going in a different direction. Modern Warfare 3 is without a doubt, the worst in the MW trilogy, I knew it was going to be complete dog **** but not this terrible! Like tradition, there isThere used to be a time where game sequels built from their predecessor and tried to improve the story, gameplay, customization, ect. But with the release of Modern Warfare 3, it seems the industry is going in a different direction. Modern Warfare 3 is without a doubt, the worst in the MW trilogy, I knew it was going to be complete dog **** but not this terrible! Like tradition, there is no story to the game, as well as no characters. This is probably my biggest problem with this series, putting little to no effort at all in the Campaign. The gameplay is very easy to sum up: THE SAME **** BULL**** THAT IS MODERN WARFARE 2! I **** you not, The gameplay is exactly the same as Modern Warfare 2, which is a **** disaster, unbalanced, uneven, raging, unfair bull****. The only thing I was remotely looking forward to was the Survival mode, it was pretty bad, not terrible or good, just bad. If this truly is the last in the Modern Warfare series, which it probably isn't, this is the biggest ****bal on Activision's hands right now. Overall, I hated this game, but I was not surprised when I did, its what I've come to expect from a dying series.… Expand
  28. 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
  29. himynameissudip
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    Modern Warfare 3 certainly isn't a leap forward for the series and it's not going to win over any skeptics. However is it does refine on everything from the last entry in the series. The single player campaign wraps up the modern warfare as best as possible. The excellent COD multiplayer returns with some improvements and updates. The Co-op is much in improved and adds a hoard-mode to theModern Warfare 3 certainly isn't a leap forward for the series and it's not going to win over any skeptics. However is it does refine on everything from the last entry in the series. The single player campaign wraps up the modern warfare as best as possible. The excellent COD multiplayer returns with some improvements and updates. The Co-op is much in improved and adds a hoard-mode to the experience. This may not sound like glowing review but rest assured the game is excellent and for those who know what they're getting into, this game gives more hours more dollar than any other. Unless you hate COD for no reason, which is a lot of people, it's worth a look.… Expand
  30. Phenom557
    Nov 14, 2011
    7
    As a fan of both the Call Of Duty and Battlefield series of games I can honestly say this is a solid game. As usual, InfiniteWard releases a polished game with another compelling story that is easy to lose yourself in. The campaign is by far one of my favorites from the entire Call Of Duty collection and once again provides non-stop action with return of characters you know and care about.As a fan of both the Call Of Duty and Battlefield series of games I can honestly say this is a solid game. As usual, InfiniteWard releases a polished game with another compelling story that is easy to lose yourself in. The campaign is by far one of my favorites from the entire Call Of Duty collection and once again provides non-stop action with return of characters you know and care about. The graphics engine is becoming dated, although it has had some small tweaks, they are hardly worth noting. However, on the topic of multiplayer, the game holds holds true to its infamous formula, but as i'm sure everyone has heard or seen for themselves, changes little. A few new kill-streaks and the addition of the very unnecessary COD Elite service is definitely not worth the bragging rights. If your looking to charge gun-first into matchmaking, expect MW2 with new maps....... In comparison, Battlefield 3 has a far superior multiplayer experience, but if you want another blockbuster campaign fighting along side Captain Price, MW3 gets the job done.… Expand
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Metascore
88

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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