Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5387 Ratings

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  1. Ryouma
    Nov 20, 2011
    6
    As an unbiased person to shooters and not in the bandwagon with the "BF3 or MW3 fanboys," I can rate this game as to what it deserves. The story mode is rather short...and really got alot of hyped up events that didn't even happen. And of course the story itself is..quite mediocre. The multiplayer feels rather unpolished as I can see many bugs happen while I'm playing. The special ops areAs an unbiased person to shooters and not in the bandwagon with the "BF3 or MW3 fanboys," I can rate this game as to what it deserves. The story mode is rather short...and really got alot of hyped up events that didn't even happen. And of course the story itself is..quite mediocre. The multiplayer feels rather unpolished as I can see many bugs happen while I'm playing. The special ops are quite fun, but that's pretty much it. If you're playing this by yourself, you're a fanboy. If you're playing to hang with your friends, then you should have smooth sailing with this game.… Expand
  2. gerbronicus
    Nov 24, 2011
    6
    Singleplayer experience is much better than MW2, although it still feels like it is directed by Michael Bay. Though for an action game, this isn't necessarily a bad thing. Spec Ops is pretty fun, with the missions providing a decent amount of fun. However, Survival Mode is where the real fun lies in Spec Ops. It's always fresh when you can play on any multiplayer map. Multiplayer is stillSingleplayer experience is much better than MW2, although it still feels like it is directed by Michael Bay. Though for an action game, this isn't necessarily a bad thing. Spec Ops is pretty fun, with the missions providing a decent amount of fun. However, Survival Mode is where the real fun lies in Spec Ops. It's always fresh when you can play on any multiplayer map. Multiplayer is still as addicting as ever, however, it is still the same thing as it has been since MW2. Some updates in graphics or gameplay mechanics would be nice. Or really anything for that matter. Starting to feel extremely repetitive, especially with annual releases.… Expand
  3. 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
  4. ivansmile
    Oct 1, 2012
    10
    good game, irregular conexion and killstreaks too much... 10 to compensate bad score
    great sequel but no innovation and seem an expansive to mw2. but the game isn't for 3,2 user score
  5. S09_88
    Jul 31, 2013
    3
    MW3 is quite disappointing but for any COD fans is still worth playing. It does feel like it has been copy and pasted though and unfortunately gets boring quicker than previous titles in the series.
  6. Eralyax
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    Worst game ever is the appropriate appellation for this **** graphic are the same that MW2, sound are the same, buldings are the same, killstreak are the same! It's a joke?!
  7. 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
  8. poklane
    Mar 24, 2015
    7
    Average, that's all, this game is the definition of average. The graphics aren't improved at all from MW2 and Black Ops. The story is quite good if you like a rollercoaster, co-op is awesome with friends but MP is horribly unbalanced with no proper developer support.
  9. T4GARRETT
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    3 hour campaign glad I only rented it to see the conclusion of the series. Apart from that there is nothing new here kids, move on.

    I had more fun playing DNF
  10. kingasa2020
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Modern Warfare 3 is just another marvel from infinity ward. With a brand new spec ops survival mode, players are certainly going to sink hours into this with an all new ranking mode, guns to unlock and different maps to unlock. The single player campaign has its ups and downs and is overall pretty decent. Although the multiplayer seems to be very similar to previous games, with tons ofModern Warfare 3 is just another marvel from infinity ward. With a brand new spec ops survival mode, players are certainly going to sink hours into this with an all new ranking mode, guns to unlock and different maps to unlock. The single player campaign has its ups and downs and is overall pretty decent. Although the multiplayer seems to be very similar to previous games, with tons of challenges to complete, new improved weapons, new strike packages systems, and a very fun kill confirmed mode, MW3 is a marvel.… Expand
  11. Dogfish
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This is the most expensive map pack for modern warfare 2 that I've ever seen. Seriously, I already played this game three years ago. This is the kind of thing that happens when you fire everyone responsible for making the games great and then immediately crank out a sequel. Activision's business model is to sell you a slight iteration every year. The campaign in this game is short... LikeThis is the most expensive map pack for modern warfare 2 that I've ever seen. Seriously, I already played this game three years ago. This is the kind of thing that happens when you fire everyone responsible for making the games great and then immediately crank out a sequel. Activision's business model is to sell you a slight iteration every year. The campaign in this game is short... Like 4.5 hours kind of short. You'll pay 60 bucks and finish the game in one day, quite literally. Buy it for the multiplayer you say? There is no point, battlefield 3 does multiplayer far better.… Expand
  12. Maul84
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    I had a feeling this would happen again after black ops, another 60 dollar map pack. Very disapointed with the "profesional" critics giving this game such high marks. Will not spend any more money on Cod until they finally do some real innovation and not just tweaks.
  13. OverlordReaper
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    the French version is not terrible, the sound track is magnificent but does not stick totally with the rhythm of the game. It was much better in MW2, the new mode survives is really stunning, I would never have believed to see such a thing one cheek and MW3 made it, bravo in its incredibly talented developers. The multiplayer in the rather sublime sight, I tested it only once and it wasthe French version is not terrible, the sound track is magnificent but does not stick totally with the rhythm of the game. It was much better in MW2, the new mode survives is really stunning, I would never have believed to see such a thing one cheek and MW3 made it, bravo in its incredibly talented developers. The multiplayer in the rather sublime sight, I tested it only once and it was completed. The mode campaign is as for him of a beauty and an incomparable, rare direction are the times when I saw such a so realized apocalypse!

    In brief everything is completed in this game    … Expand
  14. Dufase19089
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    MW3 was clearly a 60 dollar mappack to MW2 and it borrowed heavily from Black Ops. It's great in it's own right- the fact that people would annually dish out 60 dollars for the same rehashed game, and, all in all, it is good, basic, arcade fun. It will sell over 10 million. Im not a troll. Im just frustrated at how they release a new COD game every year...speaking of which they haveMW3 was clearly a 60 dollar mappack to MW2 and it borrowed heavily from Black Ops. It's great in it's own right- the fact that people would annually dish out 60 dollars for the same rehashed game, and, all in all, it is good, basic, arcade fun. It will sell over 10 million. Im not a troll. Im just frustrated at how they release a new COD game every year...speaking of which they have already announced a new game for next year -____-… Expand
  15. publo
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I was a cod fan, played every single game of cod and mw3 too, but never again, this is a constant deja-vu, and the overpriced dlcs......... is very sad to see how activition kills his franchises, tony hawk, guitar hero and now COD (R.I.P)
    Don't waste your money.
  16. gamingvet81
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    Developers, stop being lazy and make a new engine! Stop using the 60 fps to justify why youâ
  17. LuckyLuke
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    Good game if you want to just let off steam and kill something extremely easily.

    Terrible game in the fact that it tries to be a realistic shooter, it tries to hard, and fails in so many aspects, the graphics engine has not changed one bit, maybe a bit more lip gloss added to each model to hide the fact that the textures are utter **** Story is bland and un-interesting, it's the same    Good game if you want to just let off steam and kill something extremely easily.

    Terrible game in the fact that it tries to be a realistic shooter, it tries to hard, and fails in so many aspects, the graphics engine has not changed one bit, maybe a bit more lip gloss added to each model to hide the fact that the textures are utter **** Story is bland and un-interesting, it's the same mission over and over again: 'Run here, shoot guys on the way, complete objective', Rinse and Repeat. If they actually improved anything gameplay, graphics, or even sound-wise they would make a really better game, but all they've done is re-write a predictable story, and re-use the same game but slap a 3 on the end instead of the 2.    … Expand
  18. Jon_The_Don
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    Overhyped, rehashed, uninspired, and completely devoid of innovation, this new entry into Activision's franchise treads no new ground, ventures forth no new ideas, and clings in obvious desperation to the hope that multiplayer is the driving force of the industry. And yet, their lack of creativity has struck a chord with the public, allowing their transparent money-grubbing attempts toOverhyped, rehashed, uninspired, and completely devoid of innovation, this new entry into Activision's franchise treads no new ground, ventures forth no new ideas, and clings in obvious desperation to the hope that multiplayer is the driving force of the industry. And yet, their lack of creativity has struck a chord with the public, allowing their transparent money-grubbing attempts to certify Modern Warfare 3 as the most profitable entertainment product ever made.

    Upon starting the campaign, one quickly realises that to get the fullest experience from their 'storytelling', one must switch off their brain and allow the mindless military drivel and incessant explosions to witter away at one's overall IQ. Again, the team try to invoke controversy through shocking scenes (a la the infamous â    … Expand
  19. 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
  20. MisterD
    Nov 10, 2011
    7
    "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." This has been the general approach regarding development of the Call of Duty series for the past few years, and it still remains true for Modern Warfare 3. The campaign is as you would expect from the Call of Duty series; a short, action packed, enjoyable but rather forgettable experience. The overall spectacle flare from Modern Warfare 2 returns and the"If it ain't broke, don't fix it." This has been the general approach regarding development of the Call of Duty series for the past few years, and it still remains true for Modern Warfare 3. The campaign is as you would expect from the Call of Duty series; a short, action packed, enjoyable but rather forgettable experience. The overall spectacle flare from Modern Warfare 2 returns and the story is slightly easier to follow, but just as forgettable over all. Spec Ops Mode also makes a return, with short missions that can be completed with a friend or on your own, with a few exceptions. These missions take some of the more memorable moments of the campaign and tweaks them up to make them even more intense. This time a new mode titled Spec Ops Survival has been added. This mode is similar to the horde mode of other game you may have played such as Halo and Gears of War. Surviving wave after wave of varying enemy types with a large variety of weapons and air support options across all the multiplayer maps, whether alone or with a friend it is always intense and insanely fun. Now, onto the main reason why this game exists, competitive online multiplayer. This remains largely the same as it was in Modern Warfare 2, but with a few new tweaks to the formula. There is less of a focus on killstreak rewards with the implementation of different types of strike packages. Assault contains the usual kill steaks that have been included in previous COD games. Support contains mostly non-lethal rewards that benefit the team overall, these rewards do require kills in order to earn them, but the count does not restart every time you die. Finally, there is the specialisation package that acts the same way as the Assault killstreak, but grants a new perk to your class instead of giving a new killstreak reward. The maps themselves aren't the strongest they've been in the series, but most of them have a nice flow during objective based game modes and none of them are god-awful. Overall, Modern Warfare 3 recycles a lot of old material from it's predecessor, but overall it is a strong package, and with the amount of multiplayer game modes and the almost infinite replay of Spec Ops Survival, you do get your money's worth from it. TL/DR: A refined version of the COD formula, don't expect to see any true innovation. Overall, a solid package.… Expand
  21. hoodlum91
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is by far the best modern warfare game. The visuals are definitely much better than its prequel modern warfare 2. You just can't stop playing this game, as it pushes in copious amounts of adrenaline which you never get from any other game out there. The game-play is better, cinematics improved. More and more guns. What else do you need from a classic first person shooter like MW fromThis is by far the best modern warfare game. The visuals are definitely much better than its prequel modern warfare 2. You just can't stop playing this game, as it pushes in copious amounts of adrenaline which you never get from any other game out there. The game-play is better, cinematics improved. More and more guns. What else do you need from a classic first person shooter like MW from Activision.… Expand
  22. xXDarkGabrielXx
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I'm Spanish and here the people who know about FPS are disappointed with MW3 the same thing over and over every year. Sincerely, a company that doesn't listen the users not worth that people buy their game.
    It's frustrating that a company that earns a thousand times more than the cost to make a game doesn't improve their game. Far better B3.
  23. para1003
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Imagine that Michael Bay did not stop at just one Pearl Harbour movie but now has made a 3rd and asks you for 60â
  24. GrayFox663
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Modern Warfare 3 is the exact same game with a different name, terrible Campaign that you finish in 3 and half hours, with the most irregular irritating little maps that you literally spawn on your enemy's shoulders. The lack of vehicle's and broken class system creates a very very dry and plain experience. The visuals are still comparable to my PlayStation 2, voice acting and sound ofModern Warfare 3 is the exact same game with a different name, terrible Campaign that you finish in 3 and half hours, with the most irregular irritating little maps that you literally spawn on your enemy's shoulders. The lack of vehicle's and broken class system creates a very very dry and plain experience. The visuals are still comparable to my PlayStation 2, voice acting and sound of weaponry lack any realness in the game. There really is nothing new that this Game does that makes it worth the plastic it uses.… Expand
  25. codizzle3000
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    fantastic. if you like mw1 and 2 this is pretty much the same but with little improvements that make it even more fantastic. the multiplayer is soo fun plus the new survival mode is intensity in ten cities.
  26. coldcalculated
    Oct 26, 2012
    8
    Pretty decent game with a lot of game modes to keep you busy. The mulitplayer is pretty much a slightly upgraded version of mw2. Mw3 feels more like an enormous map pack rather than a full game, when it comes to multiplayer. The single player campaign is pretty epic filled with a lot of explosions and firefights. Spec ops is back with survival mode attached which is a lot of fun as well.Pretty decent game with a lot of game modes to keep you busy. The mulitplayer is pretty much a slightly upgraded version of mw2. Mw3 feels more like an enormous map pack rather than a full game, when it comes to multiplayer. The single player campaign is pretty epic filled with a lot of explosions and firefights. Spec ops is back with survival mode attached which is a lot of fun as well. The graphics are pretty much the same as mw2. But the 60fps is nice to have in a console shooter.… Expand
  27. omniblue
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    It is nearly the same exact game as Call of Duty and I just paid a total of $115 within the last year. This is the same recycled game. At least be innovative like BF3. Think I am bias? Just search online like I should have, perks 90% same, weapons, 90% same, MP maps feel the same. Very unforunate.

    Imagine taking the same route to work and back every day, that is this franchise right now    It is nearly the same exact game as Call of Duty and I just paid a total of $115 within the last year. This is the same recycled game. At least be innovative like BF3. Think I am bias? Just search online like I should have, perks 90% same, weapons, 90% same, MP maps feel the same. Very unforunate.

    Imagine taking the same route to work and back every day, that is this franchise right now with MW3, nothing changed at all. False promises. Can't even play better that it's last installment.

    IGN's reviews are clearly BOUGHT and PAID for. Activision has ruined CoD, do not support this game as I have mistakenly and previously ill-informed.    … Expand
  28. Darkaisa
    Nov 20, 2011
    1
    Modern Warfare 3 is pretty much the same game as MW2, and quite similar to MW1. The graphics are similar to MW2, the gameplay is essentially unchanged, and there's nothing else to speak of that is different. That doesn't mean the game is unplayable. To the contrary, its a smooth FPS, but entirely mechanistic: you might as well be shooting pop-up targets in between cutscenes. The graphicsModern Warfare 3 is pretty much the same game as MW2, and quite similar to MW1. The graphics are similar to MW2, the gameplay is essentially unchanged, and there's nothing else to speak of that is different. That doesn't mean the game is unplayable. To the contrary, its a smooth FPS, but entirely mechanistic: you might as well be shooting pop-up targets in between cutscenes. The graphics are pretty bad. I don't know why its so hard to simply produce high quality textures and graphic components and then downscale for the obsolete consoles, but it seems that this game takes the opposite approach: which is why a graphics card that you could buy for $50 four years ago (the Nvidia 8600) is still the required card. Despite what the "recommended" stats might suggest, there's no more eye candy for those with a better system- just higher framerates for those who see 60 frames per second and up. This wouldn't be such an issue if the gameplay or story was involving, but its not. Overall, a mediocre if competent clone.â… Expand
  29. 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.
  30. flashwade
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Why am I supposed to buy this game? For a number? For an higher price? For the ridiculous longevity? Why people should buy a game that already has?
    That's no reason.
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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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