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. CronoSKev
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    First, Glen Schofield, users scores are not suspiciously low.
    Keep in mind that you had more than 1 billions of turnover for selling CODBO.
    I don't think the money was used to make this game. Poor graphic, NO RANKED DEDICATED SERVER, no evolution for the gameplay, short solo, corridors maps only. Upscaling in video settings (shame on you). It's a MW2's map pack, nothing more. What did you    First, Glen Schofield, users scores are not suspiciously low.
    Keep in mind that you had more than 1 billions of turnover for selling CODBO.
    I don't think the money was used to make this game.
    Poor graphic, NO RANKED DEDICATED SERVER, no evolution for the gameplay, short solo, corridors maps only.
    Upscaling in video settings (shame on you).
    It's a MW2's map pack, nothing more.
    What did you do with our money?    … Expand
  2. elzorrodorito
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Fun game, the developers know their audience. After the departure of so many employees from Infinity Ward including the heads of the studio, I am sure I wasn't alone in wondering if this game would be able to reach the bar set by its predecessors. It may be fashionable to hate on this game, but if you enjoy the genre, if you finished MW2 wanting more, here it is. Multiplayer is moreFun game, the developers know their audience. After the departure of so many employees from Infinity Ward including the heads of the studio, I am sure I wasn't alone in wondering if this game would be able to reach the bar set by its predecessors. It may be fashionable to hate on this game, but if you enjoy the genre, if you finished MW2 wanting more, here it is. Multiplayer is more balanced, single player has been ramped up in the ridiculousness, I like it much, much, more than I wanted to after the less than amicable split between the Activison and West/Zampella. After having played every COD game developed by IW since the original, I was certainly upset that the final chapter of the MW series wouldn't have many of the original guys working on it, but as much as I dislike Activision, they gave this game enough resources to do it justice. It was almost an "all hands on deck" situation it seems. As much as I detest the pace of the release schedule, they have earned a bit of respect from me for not dropping the ball on this game.… Expand
  3. juansebas02
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Guys I Love Call of duty... U guys have been always the best( i always buy both Battlefield and COD, and stick with call) but u guys messed up. nothing new in this game. Good luck in a future ;)
  4. NinjaFlip11
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    As a long time PFS and video game fanatic- the negative reviews on here are inscrutable and fishy to me personally. MW3 is an amazing game in all aspects . The campaign was extremely engaging and completing the game it was very satisfying - I felt there was also a better sence of lighting and dark color elements which gave the game even a better contrast from the previous titles.As a long time PFS and video game fanatic- the negative reviews on here are inscrutable and fishy to me personally. MW3 is an amazing game in all aspects . The campaign was extremely engaging and completing the game it was very satisfying - I felt there was also a better sence of lighting and dark color elements which gave the game even a better contrast from the previous titles. Multiplayer is the most balanced version yet and is fast paced .. still dont know the maps that well yet but its epic so far ... sure there is bugs on the launch week as far as match making and servers being over loaded but that is inevitable with every game that comes out and im sure will be adressed with patching . I beleive this game is everything mw2 should have been and more I give it 11 out of 10… Expand
  5. pwood
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is the purest form of Modern Warfare. The one we've been waiting for. Here's why. First off it's smooth. Super smooth, a 60 frames per second makes this game look crystal clear. A little sharper graphics, that are tough to spot at first, but once you see the first car explode you will know exactly what I mean. Buildings collapse when you hit them with a missile from the chopper,This is the purest form of Modern Warfare. The one we've been waiting for. Here's why. First off it's smooth. Super smooth, a 60 frames per second makes this game look crystal clear. A little sharper graphics, that are tough to spot at first, but once you see the first car explode you will know exactly what I mean. Buildings collapse when you hit them with a missile from the chopper, balconies collapse when you man the mini-gun. The water looks real, trees and grass blow as a storm approaches, and I actually stopped more than once to look around at the sky and the sunset. It was that beautiful. Bigger scale. MW was about a few guys in Russia, MW2 was about defending the eastern states in the U.S. MW3 is about the entire world under attack. And you feel it. Cool set pieces for firefights that are multi-level transitional. Not just where you've got guys on the second story (and stay there) and guys down low (and stay there) you've got people running up and down stairs using the environment. One time i saw an enemy running towards me, and I was thinking "what an idiot this dude's gonna get shot in the face, stupid A.I.," only to see him actually running up to a car, he opens the car door, and hides behind it! I was blown away. A beef i had with Black Ops was that sometimes it felt like a shooting gallery. You would walk forward it would "trigger" the enemy spawn, they line up in a row, and you kill 'em, and move on. But here i felt like there are people everywhere and all the time! And there's always this rushed feeling of progression, where if you try to camp and kill everybody someone yells, "C'mon we gotta keep moving!" So you didn't feel like you had to kill everyone, but that the mission was more important. A major improvement is the feel and sounds of the guns. They feel great, and I can't tell if it's extra vibration in the controller or what, but it's different. It's crisp. I love breach scenes. i swear I'd buy a game where all you do it breach every room. Now before you declare me a CoD fanboy, remember, this is all just the campaign I've been talking about! I haven't even touched the multiplayer or the special ops missions/survival. Those are what will ensure that you will never need to ditch the game just because the campaign is over. This game is loaded and if you can put aside the "it's cool to hate on modern warfare" fad that seems to be all the rage, you'll be blown away at this masterpiece. I love Modern Warfare 3 and I don't care who knows it. P.S. Airplane level FTW!… Expand
  6. Zenigame96
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    All of you haters can gtfo. This is a solid game. Sure it doesn't revolutionize the genre the same way CoD 4 did, but it's still fantastic. The campaign mode is excellent, keeps you on your toes, and fun to watch the cinematic experience. The multiplayer is more accessible than EVER for noobs and vets alike (of which I have been BOTH), and Spec Ops is a lot of fun as well. The only co-opAll of you haters can gtfo. This is a solid game. Sure it doesn't revolutionize the genre the same way CoD 4 did, but it's still fantastic. The campaign mode is excellent, keeps you on your toes, and fun to watch the cinematic experience. The multiplayer is more accessible than EVER for noobs and vets alike (of which I have been BOTH), and Spec Ops is a lot of fun as well. The only co-op experiences I have enjoyed more were Left 4 Dead and Demon's Souls.

    Take your hate camp somewhere else.    … Expand
  7. TrisJames
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I was waiting for BF3 and MW3 and bought both as they are 2 different beasts....MW3 delivers on the high octane action, great frame rate and superb multiplayer while BF3 is all about team work and warfare in large arenas with vehicle combat thrown in. DONT COMPARE THEM. MW3 excels with its levelling system for both Player and Weapons levelling and the community is the biggest on any otherI was waiting for BF3 and MW3 and bought both as they are 2 different beasts....MW3 delivers on the high octane action, great frame rate and superb multiplayer while BF3 is all about team work and warfare in large arenas with vehicle combat thrown in. DONT COMPARE THEM. MW3 excels with its levelling system for both Player and Weapons levelling and the community is the biggest on any other fps, the levels are a great mix in terms of open areas and closed space and keeps multiplayer pace and your adrenaline high. Yes....the graphics aren't as good as BF3 but with multiplayer and epic single player set pieces, MW3's graphics are soon forgotten. MW3 seems to of past expectation in terms of game quality, but it is still the same recipe of fast paced shooting and a great multiplayer and single player experience. You know what they say.....if it aint broke......don't try fix it. I love BF3 but i don't review a game based on another, i review a game based on its experience and MW3 makes me sit down and lose hours in front of the TV which is why you buy a game, if it does this then it has succeeded in what the developers set out to do. Throw in the new elite service, which when its up and running (eventually) will be a spot on service wether or not you subscribe or use it as a free service. ill give MW3 a 9.5 out of 10 which i round off to 10. its exceptional and should not be missed.… Expand
  8. nitro11
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Very good,polished game.addictive multiplayer with great new maps and powerful new guns,revised killstreaks and perks.MW3 improved apon MW2 and black ops
  9. rsjay22
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    this game is .... GREAT mw2 was great this is a revised version , it had you all hooked and this one will as well. if you all moan its an expansion take a look at the fifa series , you all go and buy because you don't want old stuff you want new and this is the new MODERN WARFARE so go get it go play it and go and enjoy it !
  10. thanks4urmoney
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    As an Activision shareholder, I'd like to thank all you idiots rating the game a 0 or 1 with complaints like "this game is exactly like MW2 or Black Ops, I didn't like those games, don't know why I would like this one, but I bought it any way and what a surprise it's no different". Thank you for your $60. I don't think I'll like FIFA soccer, so you know what I'm gonna do? Not buy it!As an Activision shareholder, I'd like to thank all you idiots rating the game a 0 or 1 with complaints like "this game is exactly like MW2 or Black Ops, I didn't like those games, don't know why I would like this one, but I bought it any way and what a surprise it's no different". Thank you for your $60. I don't think I'll like FIFA soccer, so you know what I'm gonna do? Not buy it! The fact that people have bought MW1, MW2, WaW, and Black Ops, complained about all of them, but still go out and buy MW3 is a testament to the brand's power. Oh, and the game is awesome by the way.… Expand
  11. Knoxpa
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Great game. Anyone complaining about hit detection or lagging servers should upgrade their dial up internet. I'm not sure what people hope to achieve with a direct sequal, it's still modern warfare how much do people actually think guns have changed in the past two years. highly recommend to anyone who isn't using ancient internet.
  12. cshadow02
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Wow does anybody else notice that basically every bad review has the same argument It's like they are using the same formula to bash on this game on purpose .....Honestly I was impressed with MW3. I haven't put it down since I got it Tuesday and if this is the formula that millions of players love so be it. So please spare me the idea that this game has pissed off so many people to scoreWow does anybody else notice that basically every bad review has the same argument It's like they are using the same formula to bash on this game on purpose .....Honestly I was impressed with MW3. I haven't put it down since I got it Tuesday and if this is the formula that millions of players love so be it. So please spare me the idea that this game has pissed off so many people to score so low on this website when every other site has outstanding reviews. I hope that this isn't sabotage by hired protestors ...... That would be a new low in the game industry.....… Expand
  13. Cookiedood
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is basically mw2.5 wait wait, but that is exactly what I wanted from mw3
    After black ops I was burnt and was wary about cod but the chance of more cod based on mw2 I'm in.
    The only issues I had was matchmaking at first but they have patched on the fly which I love. Cod elite is my problem and everyone else's but all been given 30 extra free subscription so I'm happy too wait. The game    This is basically mw2.5 wait wait, but that is exactly what I wanted from mw3
    After black ops I was burnt and was wary about cod but the chance of more cod based on mw2 I'm in.
    The only issues I had was matchmaking at first but they have patched on the fly which I love.
    Cod elite is my problem and everyone else's but all been given 30 extra free subscription so I'm happy too wait.
    The game is spot on and I cannot recommend it more    … Expand
  14. JcEmery
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is the Call of Duty everyone loves to hate. Just because it is similar doesn't mean it is a bad game. There have been many, many improvements and it will keep many happy users busy for months upon months.
  15. Sternenplasma
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I love it ! Its exactly what you expect after MW2. I only buy the IW Titles, and this one never let me down. My friends and i playing the MP for hours and its even more fun than the campaign. The only complain is, there is no Hans Zimmer music... Hope that MW4 will have Hans back!
  16. MaineMeta
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is great. It should not be bashed on as much as it is. It might be a little similar to the other games, but it's got the same name, doesn't it? It is an excellent improvement over MW2, and as much as people might play it for it's addicting multiplayer, the singleplayer is quite fun, too. And for those of you who may attempt to say that I am a COD fanboy, I have played every Halo,This game is great. It should not be bashed on as much as it is. It might be a little similar to the other games, but it's got the same name, doesn't it? It is an excellent improvement over MW2, and as much as people might play it for it's addicting multiplayer, the singleplayer is quite fun, too. And for those of you who may attempt to say that I am a COD fanboy, I have played every Halo, Call of Duty, and Battlefield game. I'm not giving this a 10 because it deserves it(I would give it a 9). I'm giving it a 10 to help it come back fairly from the Battlefield fan's onslaught. I strongly recommend this game to any first person shooter fan.… Expand
  17. BrunoAndres
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
  18. hobohunterz
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Best overall call of duty yet, online is great as well as the offline. Only complaint is that online maps are a bit small even in comapirson to others in the series.
  19. craig12girvan
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    What the hell do people actually want them to add to the game? over all i think its a great game with LOTS of NEW stuff. Dont see how u can give this a 0/1 (think they may just be BF3 fan boys)
  20. Hardbodiii82
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is awesomeness made flesh!!! The devs dont go back and tear the whole apart instead they build on what was a badass foundation and thats just the campaign mode. Multiplayer obviously is where this game truly shines! I think 9.3million SOLD DAY 1 speaks for it self. You can say fanboys,BF3, blah blah but in the words of ya boy Yo Gotti....NUMBERS DONT LIE!!!
  21. georgeold
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is by far the greatest call of duty game yet. I've played the game and it is the satisfying conclusion to the trilogy. So get you one.(P.S those low scores are haters and BF3 lovers)
  22. iSamm786
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    All Around great game. Solid Multiplayer, Campaign and Spec Ops Mode. Worth Your Money. The maps in multiplayer are great! There are a limited amount of "camp" spots and barely any head glitching spots. Definitely better than Black Ops.
  23. FFDannyB
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    (PS3 Version)
    The game has everything I wanted it to; an awesome multiplayer experience, a co-op mode that has been improved in many ways from MW2, and a campaign mode full of the nonstop action set pieces we've come to expect from the series. Perhaps the best part is that all of this plays out at a smooth 60fps with crisp graphics- something I found lacking in the PS3 version of BF3.    (PS3 Version)
    The game has everything I wanted it to; an awesome multiplayer experience, a co-op mode that has been improved in many ways from MW2, and a campaign mode full of the nonstop action set pieces we've come to expect from the series. Perhaps the best part is that all of this plays out at a smooth 60fps with crisp graphics- something I found lacking in the PS3 version of BF3.

    Multiplayer has been tweaked since the last game and is just as good as ever. It is not a complete reinvention of the series, but to be honest that isn't at all necessary when it plays this well. The perk system will have its fans and detractors; personally I like it however sometimes I do wonder if it rewards people that have invested time into the game slightly too much over someone who has just started playing. This is due to everything leveling up over time including weapons, weapon modifiers, perks, equipment ect. On the flip side it keeps you playing and it is not a requirement to prestiege once everything has been unlocked.

    Spec Ops is back once again and the new wave mode in the form of Spec ops survival, alongside missions that can be played both Co-Op and solo make this an awesome part of the game. I found that some of the missions were changed when I played them solo which was good as there are now leader-boards that allow you to track just how well you are doing vs the rest of the world.

    Campaign won't give any real surprises gameplay-wise if you have played a previous entry in the series, however as with the multiplayer mode why fix it if it ain't broke! The levels are quite engaging and I felt the characters had a little more to them this time around when compared with MW2. The inclusion of a few new weapons and some cool set pieces meant that I was happy to play through this to the end.

    Overall an amazing game that is easily worth your money!

    After buying BF3 a week ago I can see how the games are both very different, however I can't see why there is a need for BF3 fans to rant about how MW3 is a bad game. Both have areas where they excel over the other however in my personal opinion MW3's 60fps smooth gameplay, better visuals, inclusion of split screen co-op and online multiplayer, and survival mode are just some of the reasons I prefer it over BF3. I find the lack of vehicles to be a good thing and as someone that is not part of a large clan, the team based structure of BF3 can sometimes get annoying when I am matched with a bunch of Noobs against a clan of Vets. To everyone that has given this game a rating of 0..grow up, you may not like it but to deserve a 0 a game would have to be literally unplayable! rating a game out of 10 does not mean "Give 10 for good or 0 for not good"! In reality I would give this a 10 and BF3 an 8 (On PS3 as I believe BF3 performs slightly better on PC and could get more).    … Expand
  24. midnighthummer
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is AWESOME. Lets support the game that we all love. The #1 in fps's. Innovation isn't a must, we dont want a differen't game. This game was built and is superior to all other shooters of its kind. Embrace the love that is shown by everyone for this franchise and support MW3 and give it the ratings it deserves!
  25. gael23
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    mw3 olliemultiplayer is looklike block ops.was sad wen i saw that.notinig like mw1 o mw2 best games 4ever.it be ok if they madea addpack mw2 and add zomies some like that.i pay for that los of players to.
  26. Nico001
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Awsome game. If you don't like the type of game of CoD don't buy the game. People are arguing : OH THE KNIFE IN THE AIR GET ME KILLED. Yeah. That's CoD.You're reaction are so useless. It's like if you buy pfk and you get pissed because it's not good for health.Come on.

    Awsome game , **** haterz.
  27. Leoftw
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    great game! the mp improved,more fun then mw2,the sound of the game improved also.
    pepole that give 0 or 1 points for this game what are you doing?! or you just fanboys or something.
  28. Amettam
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is a non-stop action thrill ride. I hate the use that way over used explanation for an action title, but it fits so well. The single player's action experience is unrelenting you are thrown into one amazing action sequence after another. The multiplayer experience is just what you would expect out of a Call of Duty game. The issues most players had with MW2 seems to have beenThis game is a non-stop action thrill ride. I hate the use that way over used explanation for an action title, but it fits so well. The single player's action experience is unrelenting you are thrown into one amazing action sequence after another. The multiplayer experience is just what you would expect out of a Call of Duty game. The issues most players had with MW2 seems to have been fixed for this newest game, and with the addition of new game modes, and kill-streak packs, this game is a definite increase over MW2. For anyone who loves the Call of Duty franchise, especially the Modern Warfare games, this is a definite must have!… Expand
  29. Glennab10
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I love this game , ITS AMAZING im very satisfied with this game i LOVE it , i love multiplayer and how they work on that, this is the best multiplayer game OF HISTORY :D:D:D the think about the different types of player ando now i can play with my friends and we enjoy a lot because they are not to good on FPS but they use support pointstreaks and they help me a lott, and i cant wait toI love this game , ITS AMAZING im very satisfied with this game i LOVE it , i love multiplayer and how they work on that, this is the best multiplayer game OF HISTORY :D:D:D the think about the different types of player ando now i can play with my friends and we enjoy a lot because they are not to good on FPS but they use support pointstreaks and they help me a lott, and i cant wait to play single player, i have school tomorrow and i cant play, but yesterday i play a lot!!! it was truuly AMAZING , and the survival mode is UMBELIAVABLE , i hope you to continue creating games like this, CANT WAIT FOR TOMORROW THAT ITS FRIDAY TO PLAY FROM NIGHT TO MORNING . By: Glenn Abbott , From: Dominican republic… Expand
  30. CODKICKSBFASS
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Short and sweet.....Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is an AMAZING game. Both the single player and multiplayer are so much better than Battlefield 3 will ever be............ The game is very well done and is a BLAST to play.....LONG LIVE CALL OF DUTY!!!!!!!
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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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