Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5387 Ratings

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  1. charl13dontsurf
    Nov 11, 2011
    5
    People need to be more inventive than giving a game 0 or 10, lol. Anyway - graphics are really quite pitiful. It does play smooth as silk, but you shouldn't be able to get away with this in 2011. I'm one of those people that enjoyed BlackOps and the customizations, unlocks etc. At first glance you seem to have a lot of options in terms of what can be done with each individual weapon oncePeople need to be more inventive than giving a game 0 or 10, lol. Anyway - graphics are really quite pitiful. It does play smooth as silk, but you shouldn't be able to get away with this in 2011. I'm one of those people that enjoyed BlackOps and the customizations, unlocks etc. At first glance you seem to have a lot of options in terms of what can be done with each individual weapon once leveled up, the different perks, kill streaks and specializations - but it lacks the same cohesion as BOPS. I found the maps to be lackluster with no stand-out favourites. They all seem to be generally packed too tight and the ebb and flow of games is too sporadic. Guns don't seem entirely balanced and the pace/style of place doesn't suit most of them. If it's going to be primarily SMG type weapons being used, include more of them.… Expand
  2. DitLewis
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    After reading many differing views on the Multiplayer aspect of the game, I thought i would put my weight behind the positive side of the game. The maps are really good, you find a lot more choke points, and the gameplay might suit people who just like racking up loads of kills. It's nice for a player such as myself who enjoys running about to have the Support Package on, so even if i getAfter reading many differing views on the Multiplayer aspect of the game, I thought i would put my weight behind the positive side of the game. The maps are really good, you find a lot more choke points, and the gameplay might suit people who just like racking up loads of kills. It's nice for a player such as myself who enjoys running about to have the Support Package on, so even if i get killed I can help my team. The guns are indifferent, i enjoy the SMG and Assault classes, but almost always have kick on the weapon to help me aim. In reality, weren't we expecting it to be a bit like MW2? And i think theyve found the right balance between COD4 and MW2, with some old school aspects and less annoyances like Quickscoping. The team aspect of the game has kept me hooked, and although I find it ridiculous that they can charge £34.99 for a few extra maps and stats, I have been more than impressed with the Sledgehammer effort.… Expand
  3. mkrieger0101
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    Yea, this game is similar to MW 2, but if it aint broke, don't fix it. Any educated consumer knew what they were getting when they bought this game. No one claimed that this was going to be a completely new experience. I enjoyed the single player campaign because it is fast paced, frantic and fun. I 'm smart enough to understand the crazy story, making it more enjoyable. As far asYea, this game is similar to MW 2, but if it aint broke, don't fix it. Any educated consumer knew what they were getting when they bought this game. No one claimed that this was going to be a completely new experience. I enjoyed the single player campaign because it is fast paced, frantic and fun. I 'm smart enough to understand the crazy story, making it more enjoyable. As far as multiplayer, I feel that they have made improvements over MW 2. Strike packages force you to think about your tactics, weapons feel good, hit boxes seem to have been tightened up, and the weapon rank system is a nice change of pace. Yea, some of the kill streaks are the same, and some of the weapons are the same, but what's wrong with that? This game sold 6.5 million copies in the US and UK on launch day, so it must not be too bad.… Expand
  4. Markymark07
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Game fells like the original modern warfare which is of coarse the best mw ever. i didnt really like black ops too much. If you werent a big fan of black ops but lived for the original mw then you will love this game.
  5. Xbrain
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    J attendais sa sortie avec impatience ! Toujours au rendez vous, la série call of duty, s est dotée de nouveau d un blockbuster de grande qualité ! Même si c est le même moteur que mw2, mw3 est magnifique, le moteur est encore mieux exploité et les nouveautés sont au rendez vous.
    Tout cela en fait un    J attendais sa sortie avec impatience ! Toujours au rendez vous, la série call of duty, s est dotée de nouveau d un blockbuster de grande qualité ! Même si c est le même moteur que mw2, mw3 est magnifique, le moteur est encore mieux exploité et les nouveautés sont au rendez vous.
    Tout cela en fait un musthave de cette fin d année !    … Expand
  6. Mrprince
    Nov 13, 2011
    2
    Why this note? down first so that you can move a
    Let me explain MW2> MW3 with a new map pack is 70euro Whaouuu
    Talk about innovation you would seriously improve your game could feel her that you rest on your achievements You've probably found the right way to sell your games but it starts a little soul to be long Improve your graphics mess we are in 2012 and soon you still have graphics    Why this note? down first so that you can move a
    Let me explain MW2> MW3 with a new map pack is 70euro Whaouuu
    Talk about innovation you would seriously improve your game could feel her that you rest on your achievements
    You've probably found the right way to sell your games but it starts a little soul to be long
    Improve your graphics mess we are in 2012 and soon you still have graphics worthy of a PS2 game but still good if the games are based on the graphic look at the improvements of BF3 and I do not mean in graphics
    Them at least it works for giving us something good not a plagiarism of MW2
    I have a message to developers as to stop people for pigeons and stop your questions about your assets    … Expand
  7. heyt13
    Nov 11, 2011
    3
    Buy battlefield 3, bought this to play with some friends that refuse to buy battlefield 3, traded it into gamestop got an extra controller. its the same game as the last couple years with new maps and the same **** glitches. dont waist the money, talk about a money grab.
  8. gwalsh2009
    Nov 11, 2011
    6
    I like the fact that it is similar to MW2, however I HATE the fact that there is similarities to Black Ops. The Scavenger perk only lets you re-supply bullets and only grenades from downed players using the same weapons kits. There is a HUGE lack of sniper positions on almost all maps except 3 or 4. The sound effects for some of the weapons sound "cheap" and "tin like", especially for bothI like the fact that it is similar to MW2, however I HATE the fact that there is similarities to Black Ops. The Scavenger perk only lets you re-supply bullets and only grenades from downed players using the same weapons kits. There is a HUGE lack of sniper positions on almost all maps except 3 or 4. The sound effects for some of the weapons sound "cheap" and "tin like", especially for both grenades and flash/stun grenades. The graphics are awesome, and thank God for that or I would put it on e-bay for sale right now. Most of the maps offer way too many camping opportunities without the explosive ability to flush them out. Grenades in general have an explosive strength somewhere in the middle of MW2 and Black Ops. I have played MW2 almost every day since it was released, I may not do the same here, and patience is wearing thin for the lack of sniping with cover. All in all, I am a fan of the COD franchise with exception to Black Ops which I think was horrible all the way around. I'll give MW3 some more time, but might find myself with my old favorite MW2 back in play soon.… Expand
  9. FPSLover
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Online matching seems to have improved the ping times in matched games, new perks, maps, same gameplay you have enjoyed with the series which is a good thing. Note that MP is faster paced than games like BF due to smaller maps, and lastly kill confirmed is a great new game mode.
  10. mikelasvegas
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Expensive DLC content is all you are getting. There is little value in the way of new content. The game does not perform equally across all platforms. The storyline is the same confusing trash that everyone has played before. The critics must have been paid or too scared to give an accurate review of this game. Just look at the difference between critic and user reviews. LISTEN TOExpensive DLC content is all you are getting. There is little value in the way of new content. The game does not perform equally across all platforms. The storyline is the same confusing trash that everyone has played before. The critics must have been paid or too scared to give an accurate review of this game. Just look at the difference between critic and user reviews. LISTEN TO THE PLAYERS...they are not getting paid to write their opinion. The low rating is an accurate score for this game. If you own any of the previous COD games, you are better off saving your money and playing those because its the same experience.… Expand
  11. kevlar4
    May 18, 2012
    7
    mw3 is still a good game its just thesame game thats the only problem this feels like an expansion pack to mw2 which felt like an expansion to mw1 but its still a great game if your a cod fan then pick it up but if your not then dont mw3 is not guna change your mind about cod unlike mw1 7/10
  12. Grecko
    Nov 16, 2011
    0
    All I have to say is that I put more effort into masturbation than what Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer put into Modern Warfare 3. This game gave a very POOR first impression of Sledgehammer. Hell, Black Ops is better than this. i would rather want a re-vamped CoD 4 than this pile of poop.
  13. Kondor999
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Gun Porn. Ridiculous story, boring twitch-based gameplay, endless enemies on every level (aka "monster closet" syndrome), dated graphics...I could go on, but why bother.

    This game represents everything that is currently wrong with gaming in general. It's mindless, it's violent, and it's not even vaguely realistic. If you want a fun game of this sort, get Battlefield 3. If you want    Gun Porn. Ridiculous story, boring twitch-based gameplay, endless enemies on every level (aka "monster closet" syndrome), dated graphics...I could go on, but why bother.

    This game represents everything that is currently wrong with gaming in general. It's mindless, it's violent, and it's not even vaguely realistic. If you want a fun game of this sort, get Battlefield 3. If you want something realistic, get ARMA II. If you want to waste your money, get this.    … Expand
  14. kdcoke
    Nov 13, 2011
    3
    The most dissapointing cod game so far, single player is cheesy but thats what we have come to expect from the series, AI is terrible, constenly throwing grenades and running straight at the player trying to melee, graphics and sound quality is not to the same standard of other fps games like killzone 3 and battlefield 3. spec ops is great, by far the best part of this game, same problemsThe most dissapointing cod game so far, single player is cheesy but thats what we have come to expect from the series, AI is terrible, constenly throwing grenades and running straight at the player trying to melee, graphics and sound quality is not to the same standard of other fps games like killzone 3 and battlefield 3. spec ops is great, by far the best part of this game, same problems with the AI as single player but overall its the most fun part of the game, but it will become repetitive quite quickly. The multiplayer is awful!! small maps with objects everywhere creating plenty of choke points, meaning if your an objective based player be prepared to die a lot, stackable killstreaks are a nightmare, players sitting in corners or the choke points trying to get the streaks up, matchmaking is the worst of any cod series, if you have just stared playing and you are a low level expect to go up against high level players, these high level players with have unlocked some of the better perks and most of the pro versions, meaning they have a major advantage, i'm an expierenced cod player so although this is annoying i can still put in good games, for new players expect to die alot!! If you like dying by sniper rifles shooting you 2 feet away, stabbing from 10 feet away and hip firing from range then try out the multiplayer, to get certain perks you have to level, which is very annoying because untill you reach that level its harder to play objective based games, black ops let players buy perks and equipment and any stage as long as they had cod points, now i have to level to get the perks i need to help me play the objective, the above reasons will make it hard for any new player to get into this game, there are plenty of other problems with the multiplayer but to many to list. This cod game has taken a step backwards from black ops, what with so many other good games out there, this game is not going to be on my playlist, i preordered the elite copy, but canceled it, which im glad i did, this game is worth renting and playing but not worth the price to buy it new. I can totally understand peoples comments, the hype, the price, and its all a big let down. This game gets a 3 just for spec ops...… Expand
  15. fiof
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    nice game not very bad 8/10 i dont know why 0 anyway cool game 8 or 9 that rating but they must edit this game add new things in this game not copyright
  16. Risso
    Nov 13, 2011
    1
    The multiplayer on MW3 (which is what we buy it for after all) is dreadful. Lazy, uninspiring maps that are all lazy rehashes of old COD maps. Interchange for example, is so similar to underpass that you can't believe that they could get away with it. There isn't a single stand out map, and they're all far too frantic, with no possibility of tactics or team play.
  17. john-the-wolf
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    This game is very similiar to past iterations of MW. The single player is as good as mw1 and the sepcial ops are better than mw2 as you can now play online. You also get to level up as in multiplayer. As for mutliplayer I've never been a great fan as you sometimes feel like you runaround like a chicken with no head. I would say it's pretty much the same as before. All i all no a bad game
  18. Arctos
    Nov 13, 2011
    2
    A perfectly playable game. The online is fun. It'll last you a few hours.

    But, why not just pick up Modern Warfare 1, for under £20? It's exactly the same game. They've put little/ no effort into creating this game [MW3], and it doesn't deserve the success that it's gotten. I understand that it's the same series, so they're going to be similar, but they could at least TRY to    A perfectly playable game. The online is fun. It'll last you a few hours.

    But, why not just pick up Modern Warfare 1, for under £20? It's exactly the same game. They've put little/ no effort into creating this game [MW3], and it doesn't deserve the success that it's gotten. I understand that it's the same series, so they're going to be similar, but they could at least TRY to be SLIGHTLY creative. There are a lot of brilliant games out around this time, so I'd advise getting something else, such as Skyrim, BF3, Uncharted 3, Dark Souls, AC:Revelations. Just don't waste your money on this **** £40 of my cash wasted.    … Expand
  19. Strafe11
    Jul 31, 2013
    3
    MW3 improved a lot with the introduction of the new map packs but overall it was disappointing.
    It is still worth playing though, for those that love the COD franchise.
  20. charlie412
    Nov 16, 2011
    0
    message to activision: SEQUELS YOURE DOING THEM WRONG, i personally think that they ahve killed the cod franchise now, maybe next years game will still sell but it wont sell as much, its a shame what cod has become, it started out as recreating the exiting battlefields of ww2 in russia france and germany but soon became a peice of fictionalised wannabe tom clancy rubbish, i thought cod 4message to activision: SEQUELS YOURE DOING THEM WRONG, i personally think that they ahve killed the cod franchise now, maybe next years game will still sell but it wont sell as much, its a shame what cod has become, it started out as recreating the exiting battlefields of ww2 in russia france and germany but soon became a peice of fictionalised wannabe tom clancy rubbish, i thought cod 4 was ok but mw2 was a joke now mw3 was a joke, and as for black ops, if i made that game id probably just retire guys, your games are becoming pretty dumb now trying to be clever but just ending up like a jean claude vanne damme film, utterly terrible, goodye activision, in 2 years you will go into administration.… Expand
  21. CitizenRye
    Nov 14, 2011
    7
    Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is entering the â
  22. fortySIXnTWO
    Oct 3, 2012
    5
    After almost a year to let the dust settle, I have found myself going back to Black Ops. What? Back to Black Ops? That goes to show that MW3 is nothing more than a rehash of what has already been done. Spec Ops missions are largely forgettable and the survival mode is nice, but only for so long.
  23. Big_E0311
    Nov 14, 2011
    8
    Having played all the Call of Duty games, this one does sport cleaner graphics and the game play is varied. But the dedicated servers need to be ranked and the tools for admins must be released. This game has potential only if the developers listen to the PC world. Otherwise it will fade quickly
  24. deathsfury
    Nov 14, 2011
    7
    Enjoy the campaign, but it is quite unrealistic and the campaign is short. Graphics is acceptable. Also it looks too much like MW 2, the multiplayer is worse than the previous MW series
  25. Kamikaze676
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Lazy work all the way!!! It's way dissapointing to see how Activision has already over "milked" the series, just like guitar hero. Infinity Ward died more than a year ago and sledgehammer is garbage, they recycled a game that was released 2 years ago, don't you people see it? They are charging $60 for a few new maps.
  26. phillyphanatic
    Nov 14, 2011
    6
    Overall good game but the multiplayer level design is garbage. Rehashed core design of mw2 maps only they aren't fun this time around. They claimed to have fixed spawning but it is worse than ever. I'd rather having the old COD2 or COD4 maps over this crap. What happened to inventive maps like "Carnival"?
  27. Elementf
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    First thing is first: This game has received numerous praise from "official critics" and businessmen alike; that said, it does not deserve this praise whatsoever. Modern Warfare 3 is, essentially, an old game with a new face like many users are starting to realize. The single player is INEXCUSABLY short (clocking in at 4 hours 30 minutes) for a game that costs $60 and has a new iterationFirst thing is first: This game has received numerous praise from "official critics" and businessmen alike; that said, it does not deserve this praise whatsoever. Modern Warfare 3 is, essentially, an old game with a new face like many users are starting to realize. The single player is INEXCUSABLY short (clocking in at 4 hours 30 minutes) for a game that costs $60 and has a new iteration released each year. However, we will come to the negatives (of which there are many) in a bit, but first let's touch on what is good about the game:

    The Call of Duty franchise is known for its multiplayer, an aspect that is even more fun when played with friends. This remains true, even in this iteration of the current gen shooter. I found myself having fun when playing with friends because the game is new, exciting, and its what they're playing at the moment, right? In addition to this aspect, there was a bit of change with how one upgrades their weapons through experience, ensuring a learning curve to actually using the weapon. Some of the older, overused, and "overpowered" weapons were also locked off until the later multiplayer levels, helping newer players survive a bit longer (since they wont be blown to ashes within the first 20 seconds of the match). That is where all the positives end.

    Now for the negatives:

    I wont comment on the "innovation" (or lack thereof) that people seem to be upset about. The fact of the matter is this is the type of game people want to play. End of story. However, while it brings nothing new to the table, it should, under NO circumstances, detract from what was created for previous iterations of the franchise. I'll sum it up in these bullet points:

    -Inexcusably short singleplayer with an unsatisfying ending that left me (and a few friends) scratching their heads saying "that's it!?"

    -I will make a point in passing stating the graphics arent as sharp as they should be for a game in 2011. While I appreciate their restraint with lens flare (looking at you battlefield 3), these graphics arent up to snuff, and I feel like I've played this game time and time again.

    -No playercard customization. While I wont have to look at the sexual imagery that was so prevalent in Black Ops, it is sad to see that I wont also find new, intriguing and plain cool designs.

    -Map design. Map design. Map design. I have never seen so much camping in a Call of Duty game. Ever. There are corners. There are exploits where one can clip through trucks. There are catwalks and walljumps. It is bad. The maps are small, boring, and uninspired, drawing heavily from almost every other map you've ever seen in this franchise. Welcome to the skyscraper that is under construction AGAIN!

    -The spawn system leaves me wondering how this was ever deemed passable by Infinity Ward or Sledgehammer. All too often, I spawn ontop of my enemy, next to them, behind them, at their domination point, or in the same spot constantly. It sucks. There is no other way of putting it. It will detract from a good time.

    -"Pointstreaks" are a new form of killstreak that essentially allow one to do anything and get rewarded with massive explosions of death, which endlessly rain from the sky onto the map. You wont find it hard to get 9 or even 11 hit killstreaks in this game, assuming you have a bit of experience under your belt. The sky is ALWAYS filled with predator missiles, UAVs, Helicopters, or AC-130s. It gets to where one team dominates the other because they restrict access to the outdoors. This game is about PLAYER VERSUS PLAYER, not players versus fleets of helicopters and guided missiles. Pointstreaks merely detract from the overall game through overuse. I cannot stress this point enough. This is the sole reason, for me, that the game scored below a 4.

    I was on the fence about purchasing this game. I wasted $60, but that doesn't mean I can't stop someone else from making the same mistake. Rent this. Do not buy. Go to the movies with your friends twice, and you'll get more out of it than actually playing the game itself. No friends? Go to a strip club and get three lapdances for the $60. There is no shame in saying it would be a better use of money. I tried to approach this with as much objectivity as I could muster, but I just cant recommend getting it at all. Do not believe the "official reviewers".    … Expand
  28. samuraix33
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    modern warfare 3 is simply awsome, the best COD game to date! well thought of perks with a lot of great new features. I love the maps, and I have nothing bad to say about the game!
  29. Strider1992
    Nov 15, 2011
    0
    this poor game, graphics is horrible. sound is horrible, horrible campaign = all horrible.

    graphics: 5 sound: 2
    innovation: 1
    recycled: 10

    ¡very good activision!
  30. Rems
    Nov 15, 2011
    4
    I have to admit that i'm fairly disappointed by MW3. Story line seems chaotic and all the missions are too short to have any joy from gameplay :/ in multiplayer besides new maps and few more weapons game doesn't bring anything new... MW3 can be considered as a patch (map and weapon pack) for MW2... and the most important part... its way too expensive!
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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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