Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5387 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 3,430 out of 5387
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  1. NastyNick
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Worst Call of Duty to date. Same exact game if compared to Modern Warfare 2. This could have been DLC for MW2. It's really sad how a developer can call this a new game just to make money off people.
  2. zII-Shadow-IIz
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Its impossible to ignore all the unfair hate that is being written by users. But the game really is amazing and I appreciate all the hard work that went into to the game, especially the campaign. Seriously the campaign is jaw dropping and filled with moments that are unforgettable. The fun Special Ops mode makes its second return and its just as great as ever with the new Survival modeIts impossible to ignore all the unfair hate that is being written by users. But the game really is amazing and I appreciate all the hard work that went into to the game, especially the campaign. Seriously the campaign is jaw dropping and filled with moments that are unforgettable. The fun Special Ops mode makes its second return and its just as great as ever with the new Survival mode that will surely make you return for more. Last but not least is the Multiplayer, the heart and soul of the series, with 16 new and impressive maps tons of new weapons, the new Strike Packages, Perks, attachments, equipment and challenges it makes for a fun experience that has almost unlimited replayability, even when the multiplayer gets chaotic and sometimes frustrating it still remains as the best Multiplayer Call of Duty has ever had. The graphics, despite being on the same engine, still holds up very well today, there are a few blurry textures when you get up close but its no big deal and the amount of detail is second to none. MW3 doesn't make any huge changes but it doesn't really need one, all of the small changes just help the game become closer to becoming one of the best Multiplayer shooters of all time. Great job Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games!… Expand
  3. CosmicDojo
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    I don't care what other people say about this game-"its the same" "its no different" "its just and expensive map pack"-there is a particular reason why this game has (almost) the same visuals as the previous titles, that's because this game runs at a solid 60 fps on both consoles and the PC, what is the big deal with 60 fps you say?..well 60 Frames Per Second allows smooth game play andI don't care what other people say about this game-"its the same" "its no different" "its just and expensive map pack"-there is a particular reason why this game has (almost) the same visuals as the previous titles, that's because this game runs at a solid 60 fps on both consoles and the PC, what is the big deal with 60 fps you say?..well 60 Frames Per Second allows smooth game play and better fast paced experience, and more over no other fisrt person shooter allows you to easily play with your friends and have a fun time..so what if this game looks and feels like the previous tiles..if it can achieve what other titles in the series coudn't-balanced gameplay-then its worth every penny.… Expand
  4. diggie118
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I cannot believe the idiots who have to hate on a great game! Go play BF3!! This game is as great as ever! The game just gets better and better!! I played every call of duty game starting with cod 2. And this multiplayer is so much fun and very addictive! I shouldn't need to waste my time typing this but all you haters can suck it!!
  5. petesolomon
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    payed 60 dollars for a copy and paste game with a new addition to spec ops mode called "survival".... not worth the money. IGN gives it a 9 when it doesn't deserve a 5 score.
  6. sicknotedj
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    First impressions was a finer retouched modern warfare 2 , but after playin multiplayer for a few hours will be again easily hooked and will be spendin many nights and days playin this as its hugely addictive, new piont streak system gives sum1 like me who deosnt go on mad kill streaks every match a bit of satisfaction every game, new gun system impressive, graphics and sound excellent.First impressions was a finer retouched modern warfare 2 , but after playin multiplayer for a few hours will be again easily hooked and will be spendin many nights and days playin this as its hugely addictive, new piont streak system gives sum1 like me who deosnt go on mad kill streaks every match a bit of satisfaction every game, new gun system impressive, graphics and sound excellent. was never a fan of battlefield 2 yet to try no. 3 but COD is the game every1 talkin about at the mo and the game all your friends playin right now MW3 nuff said go… Expand
  7. brofessoroak
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    War. War never changes. So that means we can continue to repackage the same fermenting piece of **** each year without improving or changing anything right? Of course we can because our fans are mindless middle schoolers with low expectations. This game is awful, but you didn't need me to tell you that. It is everything that a sequel shouldn't be. A shorter and less satisfying rompWar. War never changes. So that means we can continue to repackage the same fermenting piece of **** each year without improving or changing anything right? Of course we can because our fans are mindless middle schoolers with low expectations. This game is awful, but you didn't need me to tell you that. It is everything that a sequel shouldn't be. A shorter and less satisfying romp that feels more like an expansion pack than a $60 full fledged progression for the series.… Expand
  8. sparta1821
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    So much hype for a game that turned out to be an expansion pack, modern warfare was a great game yet every other cod game released after that has been EXACTLY the same, the game just feels so dated and tired, graphics have not changed at all, nothing has been added to the physics or lighting, and the kill streaks are pretty much the same apart for afew new additions. Look at the effort EASo much hype for a game that turned out to be an expansion pack, modern warfare was a great game yet every other cod game released after that has been EXACTLY the same, the game just feels so dated and tired, graphics have not changed at all, nothing has been added to the physics or lighting, and the kill streaks are pretty much the same apart for afew new additions. Look at the effort EA have put into battlefield 3, there is nothing modern about modern warfare 3, and this game did not at all deserve my 79 bux.… Expand
  9. azzero
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    It's not that the game is bad,just same old....everything....I felt like black ops at least had some small improvements, but this is a big step backwards....too many better games the year to worry about MW3...too bad I already bought it, should have read Metacritic reader reviews first... Also,hate how ps3 gets to wait a month for map packs,yet they have no problem taking my $60...theIt's not that the game is bad,just same old....everything....I felt like black ops at least had some small improvements, but this is a big step backwards....too many better games the year to worry about MW3...too bad I already bought it, should have read Metacritic reader reviews first... Also,hate how ps3 gets to wait a month for map packs,yet they have no problem taking my $60...the solution since I like the PS3 better, never buy a game from this company...these can't stay on top forever...mw3 might be the first nail in the call of duty coffin....… Expand
  10. SoapZA
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is an Awesome game, I have been playing the Multiplayer now for a while and I enjoy the new editions to it. It makes it a lot more fun and a much better experience.

    The single player is good overall and I enjoyed it. All in all Infinity Ward did an awesome job with this game. It is just sad to know this is the last MW and I enjoyed this series a lot. The Environment was also done    This is an Awesome game, I have been playing the Multiplayer now for a while and I enjoy the new editions to it. It makes it a lot more fun and a much better experience.

    The single player is good overall and I enjoyed it. All in all Infinity Ward did an awesome job with this game. It is just sad to know this is the last MW and I enjoyed this series a lot.

    The Environment was also done very good and I was impressed. I will choose MW3 above BF3 any day.    … Expand
  11. smate
    Nov 9, 2011
    7
    I was hoping that since those guys other people from Infinity Ward left MW3 would be good, not all wishes do come true. Quick scoping no scoping and the same old BS is back surged to us with a big COD elite FU. I will give you a 7 but if you give us the same old regurgitated maps from the others may change my mind. At least you gave us split screen online. Would have been less with outI was hoping that since those guys other people from Infinity Ward left MW3 would be good, not all wishes do come true. Quick scoping no scoping and the same old BS is back surged to us with a big COD elite FU. I will give you a 7 but if you give us the same old regurgitated maps from the others may change my mind. At least you gave us split screen online. Would have been less with out that survival and kill confirmed. At least Treyarch does something new. IS do something new popular or not people will still buy the game. I will buy the next Trearch game but I will not pay $10 for another one.… Expand
  12. bobromines77
    Nov 9, 2011
    4
    I liked this game when it was called MW2! I am totally disappointed with the lack of change from any of the previous installments. Activision, Sledgehammer Games, and Infinity Ward have applied very little originality to this title. They know that they could package a turd in a case and sell millions of copies based on the name alone. I have been a huge fan of the COD series up to thisI liked this game when it was called MW2! I am totally disappointed with the lack of change from any of the previous installments. Activision, Sledgehammer Games, and Infinity Ward have applied very little originality to this title. They know that they could package a turd in a case and sell millions of copies based on the name alone. I have been a huge fan of the COD series up to this point. To me, it's growing into a Madden style sellout. The multiplayer is full of connection issues and to me, rehashed maps. I am by know means a COD(I own every COD on current generation systems) hater but I can honestly say, "I am glad I also have a copy of Battlefield this year".… Expand
  13. henrychinaski26
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    its great. this game is very good, it's not a DLC of MW2 the MP has improved over with the spec ops giving the shine it is just as good as zombies and the unlocks will keep you going on for a while and Prestige and 80 levels will definitely be alot of time too., COD Elite is just as good as Battlelog everything is good (MP is a dead heat) and Campaign Rocks
  14. Game-Reviewer
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Re-Hashed and regurgetated mw2

    Ran through the story line in 1 hr and 25 minutes.

    Online already hacked, full of cheaters.

    Not worth the 65 bucks.
  15. strazimiri
    Nov 9, 2011
    3
    Going to keep this short because the developers didn't take their time either. This is Call of Duty, the franchise beginnings brought a spark of life to the then dry FPS market. I remember playing the original call of duty for hour on end, I even participated in a great team and won several tournaments. Theres always a feeling of nostalgia when i think of that game...and then theres MW...Going to keep this short because the developers didn't take their time either. This is Call of Duty, the franchise beginnings brought a spark of life to the then dry FPS market. I remember playing the original call of duty for hour on end, I even participated in a great team and won several tournaments. Theres always a feeling of nostalgia when i think of that game...and then theres MW...

    Yes MW was great. It was a game changer for the franchise, with many industry changing features, it set the bar quite high. But that was 2007. And today we basically stall have the exact same game. A little bit of tweaking around the engine, little more complex models and a rock steady 60FPS. The game hasn't changed much. If you've played a MW game in the past you've played MW3... Im a huge COD fan, since day one the original came out, theres not many people that have been with the franchise that long but this is a disappointment. And honestly, who cares about single player, games like this are made to be played in competition, how can anyone enjoy the story when its so ridiculous and set piece after set piece. C'mon infinity ward. I could tell you slacked off the moment i ranked up to level 2 and heard that same annoying heavy metal jingle I've been hearing since 2007--- and every other sound, menu, animation, perks, kill streaks, etc....

    -Good balances have been made in online gameplay.

    -Maps are designed for PC and not console controllers.

    -Engine is fast but f*cking ugly. (why are u still trying with that hideously implemented depth of field IW?)

    -Feels like an overall hack job.

    Il be playing BF3, enjoying its amazing sound design, looks, and over all diversity of gameplay. The meta score says something IW, stop begging people over twitter to vote higher.    … Expand
  16. festivefunda
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Highly enjoyable shooter with quite frankly amazing set pieces make this a very worthwhile purchase. The MP is not leaps and bounds away from MW2 but its far more balanced and very reminiscent of COD 4 which set the standard of this generations FPS'. Forget the idiots that love to hate and make your own mind up. Opinions are like **** and everyone has one but remember......some of them areHighly enjoyable shooter with quite frankly amazing set pieces make this a very worthwhile purchase. The MP is not leaps and bounds away from MW2 but its far more balanced and very reminiscent of COD 4 which set the standard of this generations FPS'. Forget the idiots that love to hate and make your own mind up. Opinions are like **** and everyone has one but remember......some of them are full of ****… Expand
  17. NoBS
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Oh goodie, another call of duty! Haven't see much of those around lately. Anyways, I would like to make an analogy. Call of duty is like that cheap unwanted fat ass you see at the party that you ONLY fk because you've had 8 shots and a chug of beer. If you have class, you pass, however if you're desperate and drunk enough, better than nothing. In otherwords, it's activision's cash cow thatOh goodie, another call of duty! Haven't see much of those around lately. Anyways, I would like to make an analogy. Call of duty is like that cheap unwanted fat ass you see at the party that you ONLY fk because you've had 8 shots and a chug of beer. If you have class, you pass, however if you're desperate and drunk enough, better than nothing. In otherwords, it's activision's cash cow that they just love to whore. Call of duty has been using the same engine and the same formula for 9 years now. It's beyond ridiculous. This game is no different than mw2. Oh sure, slap a few maps, few new modes, pull a campaign out of your ass, slap a pricetag and it's good to go. Just make sure "call of duty" is on the box so all the little kids know what to buy. Sad thing is, a good PC gamer could easily just mod MW2 to make it exactly like MW3. It's not hard since they're already identical. It wouldn't be so bad if it was selling for half the price, but $60 is just a complete rip-off. However way you look at, it could've been sold for 15 and they would STILL make profit. I'm glad this game is getting ripped to shreds on metacritic, it's good to know that there is some people who have class, decent taste, and some sense of value.… Expand
  18. DirtyMexicans
    Nov 9, 2011
    2
    MW3 proves that Infinity Ward is a very untalented developer. Graphics wise, you wont notice the difference from MW2. Singleplay is average. It has the same cliched moments over and over again, the A.I is just as bloody stupid as ever, with team mates made to look like they are shooting at the enemy, but are actually shoting at nothing, leaving you pretty much by yourself having to doMW3 proves that Infinity Ward is a very untalented developer. Graphics wise, you wont notice the difference from MW2. Singleplay is average. It has the same cliched moments over and over again, the A.I is just as bloody stupid as ever, with team mates made to look like they are shooting at the enemy, but are actually shoting at nothing, leaving you pretty much by yourself having to do everything yourself. The Map designs are generic, its all been seen before. The Sound effects are good, but can get very, very annoying. Guns don't sound realistic, I would know I'm in the army. Its like a Michael Bay movie, explosives everywhere and alot of action, but my god is the story different no.

    Multiplayer is the worst part about the game. It feels like a Map pack to MW2, the maps have the same basic design, You will constantly respawn in front of enemies, You can still shoot through thick steel or brick walls but can't shoot through paper thin materials or thin wood. The Perks are pretty much all the same. Killstreak system is different a bit, but my god, you don't feel rewarded in any way cause the killstreaks are handed out like your at some charity event. The Guns are very unbalanced, with some guns having very little fire power then others. The Attachments are very much the same. Its full of cheaters.

    There was no effort put into this game, recyled material, untalented developer team who just physically can't think of anything new to do to the series.

    All I can say is, if anyone actually still buys MW3 after reading all the negetive reviews, then they are a very boring bunch of people who want to play the same thing over and over again. There are way better games out there to play then this cheap peice of crap. I couldn't find many positives about this game, the voice acting was good and the multiplayer had some fun moments at the start, but I really couldn't believe how fast this game got boring. Feels like the multiplayer is more about getting killstreaks for yourself, the game does not encourage team work at all. Haven't played the BF3 singleplayer yet, but the Multiplayer is 100 times better then MW3 and way better then any other multiplayer i've ever player, get BF3 or just start player MW1 or 2 again, atleast you can get more fun out of those games. DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY.    … Expand
  19. sonicmask
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    After playing all the great games that have come out this year, UNCHARTED BEING KING, This has to be the worst since black ops and mw2. Nothing has changed. still putting me to sleep. COME ON IW!
  20. coldxblooded
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    complete waste of time and money. i went to a friends house the day it came out to see him play it before i spend any money. it looks to me like the same as all the last did, another arcade paintball shooter made on an old graphics engine.i don't understand how anyone would want to buy this game. my recommendation is if u want to play COD buy an old used copy of 1 of the last ones forcomplete waste of time and money. i went to a friends house the day it came out to see him play it before i spend any money. it looks to me like the same as all the last did, another arcade paintball shooter made on an old graphics engine.i don't understand how anyone would want to buy this game. my recommendation is if u want to play COD buy an old used copy of 1 of the last ones for cheap since it is the same thing. this game is at best a $20 DLC. if people keep buying this crap the next COD will be the same crap again too.… Expand
  21. ToTheWorld
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    It's pathetic how they can churn out this game year after year, doing nothing but add some guns, textures and a new story.
    I believe "trolls" are entirely justified calling it things like "Modern Warfare 1.3" or "Modern Warfare 2.5" - it is little more than a map pack and it bemuses me how every year people can go out and buy it for £40.
  22. masongoliver
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I really don't see the reason for all the hate for this game except that people are spoiled brats who've been pampered by all the past COD games. This game is the final trilogy to the Modern Warfare saga and it certainly does not disappoint. If all the haters were to play MW3 for the first time, they would say it's the best fps out there next to Battlefield 3. With an explosive campaign,I really don't see the reason for all the hate for this game except that people are spoiled brats who've been pampered by all the past COD games. This game is the final trilogy to the Modern Warfare saga and it certainly does not disappoint. If all the haters were to play MW3 for the first time, they would say it's the best fps out there next to Battlefield 3. With an explosive campaign, tight and smooth controls, an addictive co-op/survival mode, and the always satisfying mp, you can't get anything better out there. And yet you have people who have grown tired of the COD formula and can't see through their own fatigue of the gameplay that brought them so much joy over the years and bash on this game like it was pure garbage. Wake up people! Stop for a moment and think about where fps would be like today if COD wasn't a bit hit. What more do you want??? If you don't like the same formula, then go play BF3. Play enough of that, and eventually you'll come back to MW3 with some fresh perspectives. They are both 2 different games that offer different styles and pacing. I personally love them both think of them as the ying and yang of first person military shooters. One cannot succeed without the other. MW3 is the best in the MW series, probably the best in the COD series. And there's simply no other way to describe it. It's fun and if you can enjoy it for what it is, then you'll have a blast playing it, like you all did when you first played MW… Expand
  23. Berkman
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Unbelieveable.

    Single player wise, game gets shorter and loses it's epic feeling almost completely in this installment. Modern Warfare 3 is the worst of all three. I did not liked the idea of flashbacks in Black Ops but even it was better to play! Back in multiplayer. It is just a new map pack to MW2, oh no, MW2 is way better than MW3. I'll stick with CoD4 for a while more. It is the    Unbelieveable.

    Single player wise, game gets shorter and loses it's epic feeling almost completely in this installment. Modern Warfare 3 is the worst of all three. I did not liked the idea of flashbacks in Black Ops but even it was better to play!

    Back in multiplayer. It is just a new map pack to MW2, oh no, MW2 is way better than MW3.

    I'll stick with CoD4 for a while more. It is the best game out there, and it has both MW2 and BOps maps as mods.

    MW3, no dedicated servers, worse sound and graphics. It looks like a game from 5 years ago.    … Expand
  24. Robstyle
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I really was shocked at how fun this game is and What to give this game kudos!!! They made online fun and BALANCED!!!! The single player has me on the edge of my seat with so many OH WOW moments. Is the story sort of predictable a little yes. Is this game fun and worth picking up HELL YES!!! Even if you are not a fan of Call of Duty you will still find loads of fun and get a bang for yourI really was shocked at how fun this game is and What to give this game kudos!!! They made online fun and BALANCED!!!! The single player has me on the edge of my seat with so many OH WOW moments. Is the story sort of predictable a little yes. Is this game fun and worth picking up HELL YES!!! Even if you are not a fan of Call of Duty you will still find loads of fun and get a bang for your buck. If not don't hate on this game cause the Team did a really Excellent JOB!!! This is by far my favorite Call of Duty game. So I hope that those of you who pick it up Enjoy. Have a good one Yawl, and Happy Gaming.… Expand
  25. BIZZLE69psn
    Nov 9, 2011
    3
    Ok. I will start by saying that I've been a fan of Call of Duty before it even came to consoles. I lowered my expectations for MW3 because of how Black Ops turned out. Both being fun games, but hugely flawed due to Activision being so money hungry and not letting the developers really stretch their legs. From the time of release all I've played is multiplayer, and although it isOk. I will start by saying that I've been a fan of Call of Duty before it even came to consoles. I lowered my expectations for MW3 because of how Black Ops turned out. Both being fun games, but hugely flawed due to Activision being so money hungry and not letting the developers really stretch their legs. From the time of release all I've played is multiplayer, and although it is addictive as its predecessors, it is addictive for the wrong reasons. Some of the reviews for this game say "more unlockables are needed, give me more" but that is the problem. There are way too many options with kill streaks/point streaks/perks that it takes the real fun out of what most people love about FPS. Take Battlefield 3 for example (ya, i know, direct competition), many improvements were made, some little ones coming straight from COD, but they left the core of the game play intact without "whoring out" the franchise and most importantly UPDATED AND IMPROVED GRAPHICS. As one reviewer mentioned the firings at IW being the root of this issue, I say it has little to do with that, and more to do with the addition of Sledgehammer. This game has less server issues than the last few releases, but there is far too much inconsistency with "hitmarkers" (shooting opponents with full clips and no results) and the general feel of shooting ANY gun in this game feels over tweaked, away from how the other MW's felt and the result is obvious; Sledgehammer tried to do too much.

    Although my points here were spotty here, that is a direct result of what they have done to the gamers, and with this franchise. And even though I'll be labeled a hypocrite, i'll still be giving this game chance after chance due to many friends having the game and give the developers more chances to make updates to improve the gameplay.    … Expand
  26. karn25
    Nov 9, 2011
    1
    I love the campaign , but the internet server for ps3 MW3 sucks you cant join a friends game without it saying it on private and it takes literally 25 minutes to find a match. THE SERVER SUCKS SO MUCH!!!!!!!!
  27. Stormsky
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Played it for 2 hours last night, and I'm done with it.

    COD4 MW was epic, but the game hasn't moved on one jot since then, nothing new, no innovation. zip, nado. Same lag, same spawn killing, same problems

    A lazy product from a lazy company.
  28. casablancer
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    To all you call of duty haters get a life. Your pathetic. Call of duty: Modern Warfare 3 is great. It hosts great sound, visuals and a addictive multiplayer. The campaign is longer than usual and lets players roam around various famous landmarks, ie; Paris and London. The story is breathtaking and concludes the trilogy really well. The cut scenes are just spectacular with edge of the seatTo all you call of duty haters get a life. Your pathetic. Call of duty: Modern Warfare 3 is great. It hosts great sound, visuals and a addictive multiplayer. The campaign is longer than usual and lets players roam around various famous landmarks, ie; Paris and London. The story is breathtaking and concludes the trilogy really well. The cut scenes are just spectacular with edge of the seat stuff. The multiplayer is amazing with more fast paced action.… Expand
  29. paayter
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    wack wack wack wack, cant believe they are charging sixty for this game, biggest dissapointment of the year. even a mw3 dev is asking for higher ratings on metacritic, so frickin pathetic, who does that? u make shoddy work and u have the audacity to ask for a better score? i guess EA won this war...pathetic.....utterly pathetic, this will affect their next sales, and the mwf series will be over.
  30. HarryBalzonya
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Thanks IGN for posting a story where Sledgehammer Games' Glen Schofield was asking Call of Duty fans to support MW3 on Metacritic. Without this story I would have remained a silent part of what appears to be a majority of fans who are dissatisfied with the latest COD installment. MW3 IS the reason I'm quitting gaming altogether. I'm a COD multiplayer fanatic with a shameful amount of myThanks IGN for posting a story where Sledgehammer Games' Glen Schofield was asking Call of Duty fans to support MW3 on Metacritic. Without this story I would have remained a silent part of what appears to be a majority of fans who are dissatisfied with the latest COD installment. MW3 IS the reason I'm quitting gaming altogether. I'm a COD multiplayer fanatic with a shameful amount of my life spent playing the game (MW and MW2) online. I didn't even play the campaigns for WAW, Black Ops, or MW3...went right to multiplayer and figure most serious COD players do the same. The campaign mode is simply rubbish that takes at most a day to finish. This isn't just a hit on MW3...the past 4 COD releases all have this issue.
    MW3 is Black Ops 2 in regards to online gameplay. From the graphics, to the sounds, to the load-out system. Infinity Ward went from near perfection with MW/MW2 multiplayer interface to a poor attempt at improving on Treyarch's multiplayer interface. -Why, why, why add weapon proficiencies? You've made a once very usable weapon into a spray and pray device. The only useful perk is Kick...without this perk a once reasonably controllable assault rifle is useless from a moderate distance. You can fix this immediately by automatically applying the proficiencies to the weapon as they're unlocked....instead of only allowing a single proficiency. -Why make the maps bigger while making the players slower? Extreme conditioning isn't infinite and no Lightweight? Come on....
    -The reticle design selection...straight ripoff from Black Ops...you could do better.
    -One of my biggest concerns...shotguns are now considered a primary weapon...another ripoff from Black Ops. NO...I don't want to use the Overkill perk.
    -Juiced may be the most useless death streak on these huge maps.
    -Why do all the guns sound like 50 Barretts going off? -Why do grenades take so long to explode? Not feeling having to cook ever grenade thrown.
    -The maps are absolute mazes....
    -Kill steaks...why 2 strike packages? You really think someone will utilize both in their custom classes? With each class allowing for custom strike packages, why not just put all the kill streaks in one big category?
    -As you rank up, the emblem graphics are beyond weak.
    Not sure the COD franchise could release another installment that would entice me enough to give it another try. After Black Ops and now MW3, I'm waiving the white towel.    … Expand
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#17 Best PS3 Game of 2011
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#1 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2011
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#16 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2011

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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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