Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5387 Ratings

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  1. Lukedfrt
    Feb 2, 2012
    10
    Great game, yes it hasn't changed much since MW2 but their is only one reason for this... Because MW2 was one of the best games ever. Uncharted 3 is pretty much the same as Uncharted 2 yet it gets incredible reviews and thats because you cant improve on perfection sometimes people. This is the same for MW3, they couldn't really improve it from MW2 more than they have.
  2. Waffleboy0
    Feb 7, 2012
    10
    Funny how when people dont like this game, you call us all BF3 fanboys. So what? What they are saying is true, this is just a garbage game. TERRIBLE GRAPHICS, TERRIBLE GAMEPLAY, STUPID CAMPAGIN.


    Just face it you cod fanboys. Your getting the same stuff every year.
  3. Nrando
    Feb 15, 2012
    10
    This game is a lot better than everyone is saying. People who didn't even play the game just spammed it with 0 reviews because they are spiting it for no reason.
  4. NitroChrisUK
    Mar 7, 2012
    10
    i was looking forward to this game purely from a story Point of view as the plot and characters i had invested in with COD 4 was coming to a conclusion here. with regards to the single player i thought it was Fantastic, Much Better than Modern Warfare 2 which tried to hard to be bigger and better than the 1st one and failed miserably. i think the Modern Warfare story has come to a closei was looking forward to this game purely from a story Point of view as the plot and characters i had invested in with COD 4 was coming to a conclusion here. with regards to the single player i thought it was Fantastic, Much Better than Modern Warfare 2 which tried to hard to be bigger and better than the 1st one and failed miserably. i think the Modern Warfare story has come to a close now and i hope they do not true and push it again with another Modern Warfare. as for the online Multiplayer i really Do not see what is so Fantastic about it. it was great Fun in COD 4 and Cod WAW added to the experience by adding the zombies game to it. but in reality these are not new games. hardly anything new is added to them and are basically add on packs. i wish they would stop making them and go into the shadows for a couple of years and come back with something new and refreshing with a new game engine.… Expand
  5. NathanDarko
    Mar 12, 2012
    10
    The best sequel so far, but only for fans of the series. If you´ve never liked any former part of COD you will hate this one. I adore this game, so of course 10 out of 10
  6. yadayada
    Mar 13, 2012
    10
    This is a great game! COD MW4 takes gaming to a whole new level. It's clear that the staff truly tried their hardest to make a game that is fun and influential to the world. They also talk about a really important problem in the world: Joseph Kony. He must be stopped! i'm at the last level, where you're in a remote location finding Kony, does anyone have a hint where he possibly could be????
  7. MovieFan123
    Sep 1, 2012
    10
    MW3 is an awesome game with great graphics and a amazing story line. Sure it might not be as good as Black ops but it still is a big achievement. I enjoyed this game very much because of all these amazing things about it.
  8. Yoruichi
    Apr 9, 2012
    10
    Loved the game! I've noticed that people have been giving it a pretty poor rating. While it does remind you of things you may have player earlier in the game. It is still a very great game, with nice weapons and plenty of suspense. Being a Call Of Duty, Killzone, and Battlefield fan I would have to say I had fun playing it and enjoyed the close combat shooting.
  9. LinusDudee
    Dec 1, 2012
    10
    Hello, i like the game modern warfare 3 because you have so nice killstreak, you have so nice weapons, and of course THE MOAB! Everybody says that the killstreaks from black ops so **** nice are but the killstreaks from MW3 are so much nicer! You have in MW3 juggernaut, Opsprey Gunner, EMP, and so much more. That's why MW3 is better!
  10. tonylionedo
    May 18, 2013
    10
    well,i had to say,it's a great game,it shocked me when i see your score，cod 8 develop less,but, it's amazing as usual,you know,a game once a year,it's so hard to do ,i thought it's better than most of other FPS games
  11. savagejoe444
    May 25, 2013
    10
    Don't know what all the hate is about. MW3 is a great game in all ways. Campaign is great, Spec Ops is fun and the MP is awesome! If you don't like this game then don't bother reviewing it yourself! Call of Duty will never go away, whether you like it or not!
  12. GerritJan1998
    Sep 4, 2013
    10
    I don't know why the hate on this game, for me it was the best COD I ever played and still play.. It was my first Call of Duty and loved it soo much, the DLC in this game was the best DLC ever existed IMO.

    The maps, equipment and weapons and stuff aren't that good balanced but everyone used OP weapons so it wasn't really annoying, although I loved Model 1887 and that weapon was really    I don't know why the hate on this game, for me it was the best COD I ever played and still play.. It was my first Call of Duty and loved it soo much, the DLC in this game was the best DLC ever existed IMO.

    The maps, equipment and weapons and stuff aren't that good balanced but everyone used OP weapons so it wasn't really annoying, although I loved Model 1887 and that weapon was really underpowered. And if you look at the critic reviews you can see that the game is amazing, 88 score is to low IMO, the Negatives are just haters..    … Expand
  13. JimbobDelly13
    Sep 9, 2014
    10
    I think this is a great game, and all of the 0s are unfair. Sure, it's very similar to MW2, but it IS a sequel so you'd expect it to be similar. Besides, I'd prefer they make it very similar and just perhaps iron out some glitch problems, rather than trying to reinvent the whole cod series and creating laser guns or something ridiculous. I really liked this game, and I've had at least 50I think this is a great game, and all of the 0s are unfair. Sure, it's very similar to MW2, but it IS a sequel so you'd expect it to be similar. Besides, I'd prefer they make it very similar and just perhaps iron out some glitch problems, rather than trying to reinvent the whole cod series and creating laser guns or something ridiculous. I really liked this game, and I've had at least 50 fun filled hours with it.… Expand
  14. reubz1123
    Apr 9, 2016
    10
    Great fun game with new characters fun multiplayer and some people hate this game and I don't know why great multiplayer and fantastic single player and I may sound like a fanboy but I also play Battlefield. The only bad part is soap is dead :( fun game and I like the maps 100/100.
  15. uoKAOS
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Another great and classic CoD game! Played so many times with my friends back then! Everything about this game is amazing and perfect. Really liked and enjoyed the Infected mode online too!
  16. himynameissudip
    Nov 13, 2011
    9
    Modern Warfare 3 certainly isn't a leap forward for the series and it's not going to win over any skeptics. However is it does refine on everything from the last entry in the series. The single player campaign wraps up the modern warfare as best as possible. The excellent COD multiplayer returns with some improvements and updates. The Co-op is much in improved and adds a hoard-mode to theModern Warfare 3 certainly isn't a leap forward for the series and it's not going to win over any skeptics. However is it does refine on everything from the last entry in the series. The single player campaign wraps up the modern warfare as best as possible. The excellent COD multiplayer returns with some improvements and updates. The Co-op is much in improved and adds a hoard-mode to the experience. This may not sound like glowing review but rest assured the game is excellent and for those who know what they're getting into, this game gives more hours more dollar than any other. Unless you hate COD for no reason, which is a lot of people, it's worth a look.… Expand
  17. Giar
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Sure it is more of the same. Sure Not that much has changed. But as I massive fan of mw2 it doesn't mean the game should be deemed a ZERO? If you want a radically different shooter then look to a different franchise ....there are plenty around. Anyway now to my review ( multiplayer only ) . The game feel is pretty good as is the presentation. The weapons somehow dont feel as visceral asSure it is more of the same. Sure Not that much has changed. But as I massive fan of mw2 it doesn't mean the game should be deemed a ZERO? If you want a radically different shooter then look to a different franchise ....there are plenty around. Anyway now to my review ( multiplayer only ) . The game feel is pretty good as is the presentation. The weapons somehow dont feel as visceral as before and the sound isn't as apparent. Maybe this was to tone down sound whoring. Only time will tell. The different packages are good for different players and indeed different game modes. In game modes where death is quick and easy like FFA then support is great as you get to call in UAVS and such with regularity. It is a pain to see UAVS , Choppers and sentry guns flying in far too much but the game has several counter measures. Namely Counter UAV ( duh) or assassin. SAM turrets for those perky choppers as well as EMP grenades for the sentries. This goes along with the obvious counter measures employed in mw2. The game modes currently are far more extensive and feature my all time fave 'mosh pit'. 99% of the players still play TDM for some reason meaning I couldnt find a game in lonely old Taiwan. The weapons feel similar to mw2 and indeed drop people as quick as they would in mw2 (minus SP ) . The UMP so far seems even steadier than mw2 and the m4 is a solid weapon ( resembling the scar in mw2) . I havent yet unlocked all the extras like bouncing betties and claymore but suffice to say Im satisfied with the weaponry. The perks are solid enough and do what they should do . They offer a little help. It doesn't feel like they dominate the game. The levels so far feel a little clustered. There is a lot of tight alleys and some annoying abstacles. One level has a hole in the middle of it and people just kept getting stuck at weird angles. Id like to say there are better levels if you play larger game modes like Ground war or such. Anyway I'd give it an 8.5 if I could as I love it as a new version on mw2 . I can however see why people would be disappointed in its stationary stance on developing the franchise. Overall : Great but not genre shattering!… Expand
  18. LittleMeow
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Really? Some of you just made a Metacritic account to give MW3 a 0? GET A LIFE. /rant


    MW3 is awesome, and very enjoyable. The campaign wraps up the story nicely, and the multiplayer is still as enjoyable as ever.
  19. DwT
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    this is the best call of duty game to date!.. I have no clue why so many people gave this such a low score. they all must work for Dice or have something against the Call of Duty franchise. This game is action packed from start to finish. Every second of this game had me hanging on the edge of my seat!..to give this game anything lower than a 9 is just plain crazy! I would recommendthis is the best call of duty game to date!.. I have no clue why so many people gave this such a low score. they all must work for Dice or have something against the Call of Duty franchise. This game is action packed from start to finish. Every second of this game had me hanging on the edge of my seat!..to give this game anything lower than a 9 is just plain crazy! I would recommend this game to anyone who like action and good story telling. Do yourself a favor if you have any questions about the quality of game, just rent it and see for yourself. I have played every call of duty game that has ever came out and can honestly say that this is the best one yet!.. I can tell you that I will be gladly sinking in a ton of time on this game in the coming months. the only flaw it has is that it is not in 3d yet! Had this game been released in full 3d, i'd of gave it a perfect 10. Great graphics, great flow, great gameplay, not sure what else a game needs to be great. it is rather strange that so many people gave this game such a low score on this site. I use this site as a barometer to measure new games that come out and because of this odd scoring, i doubt that i will give it as much clout as i once did! people need to get their heads out of their a$$'s and open their eyes!...… Expand
  20. VidsRule
    Oct 3, 2012
    9
    The one's giving this game a zero are the true bandwagon jumpers, not the ones who are rating this oblectively. Of course this game is same-y, and I would give it an easy 10 if it was not. But it is still an (obviously) awesome game. Do all fighting game sequels, ALL sports games, side-scoller sequels, and basically all sequels deserve a zero because there overly similiar to the previous game?
  21. Vedo
    Nov 17, 2011
    9
    I don't really understand what the big fuss is about. Everybody knew that this game was going to be the same as MW3 but still got it and say "it's the same game." If you guys want something different go buy Battlefield. But, if your a CoD fan you definitely got to get this game. Like I said they don't do anything different from MW2 but if you like MW2 that's a good thing.
  22. TheQuietGamer
    Dec 25, 2011
    9
    It doesn't do anything really new for the series, but manages to be a fantastic experience anyway, I was never a fan of the previous Modern Warfare games in the series, but this one is fun, the campaign is epic and a lot of fun to play through, although it does have some glitches and doesn't do anything different then what you would expect but it will keep you entertained, outside of theIt doesn't do anything really new for the series, but manages to be a fantastic experience anyway, I was never a fan of the previous Modern Warfare games in the series, but this one is fun, the campaign is epic and a lot of fun to play through, although it does have some glitches and doesn't do anything different then what you would expect but it will keep you entertained, outside of the campaign you have some of the best multiplayer options available, cooperative spec ops missions and a survival mode will keep you coming back, and the competitive multiplayer is awesome, although I do miss some of the features from Black Ops, but that's a minor complaint, also the controls and sound design are phenomenal as always, graphics do show some age but manage to still hold up well in 2011, in the end it doesn't do much new, and as much as I would love for the developers to try something new I still can't deny that this is a fantastic game, not the best in the Call of Duty series, but definitely the best in the Modern Warfare series of Call of Duty.… Expand
  23. Jingernut
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Gotta love all of the COD haters rating MW3 a zero. The game is not perfect that's for sure, but there are very few games that are. However, MW3 is great fun to play and I will be having many hours of great gaming with it. If you enjoyed the previous versions then you will love this. If you don't like COD then obviously you won't like this release. Not rocket science is it.
  24. Chrono
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    From a Battlefield 3 Fan Perspective 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 is a bitFrom a Battlefield 3 Fan Perspective 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 is a bit cliche but slightly better than BF3s I will see you guys on the BATTLEFIELD and the MODERN WARFARE, Peace out Fans and trolls :P… Expand
  25. jonesey
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I was about to start listening to the reviews on this page, but then I realized it was just BF3 fans being retards since BF is no competition to the COD series. If you don't believe me just do some research. I've only played MW3 for like 30 minutes it's what i expected it to be. Another great game for the COD series. I agree they didn't recreate the wheel when making the game, but likeI was about to start listening to the reviews on this page, but then I realized it was just BF3 fans being retards since BF is no competition to the COD series. If you don't believe me just do some research. I've only played MW3 for like 30 minutes it's what i expected it to be. Another great game for the COD series. I agree they didn't recreate the wheel when making the game, but like said before why fix what isn't broken.… Expand
  26. JavierAD
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    I consider this game as an excellent sequel. Its new features can be little, but sure it is an entertaining game. Note: Please people learn that there are other numbers which are not 10 or 0
  27. Rosco
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    First of all I can safely say that MW3 is not a game worthy of the current User critic score of 2/10. I mean really? In all seriousness there is simply no way that the game deserves a pathetic score like that and whilst people are entitled to their opinions it's laughable to suggest MW3 is a terrible game because it's far from it! Now that's over, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. Or Call ofFirst of all I can safely say that MW3 is not a game worthy of the current User critic score of 2/10. I mean really? In all seriousness there is simply no way that the game deserves a pathetic score like that and whilst people are entitled to their opinions it's laughable to suggest MW3 is a terrible game because it's far from it! Now that's over, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. Or Call of Duty MW2 Part 2 to the haters. It was a given that this outing would pick up from the events of it's predecessor and it does exactly that with Nikolai flying the injured Soap and Captain Price to safety however that's short-lived because when chief antagonist Anatoliy Makarov resurfaces and with the world seemingly at war it doesn't take long for the twosome to get back in action. In all honesty the single player campaign is a continuation of MW2, so yes, it carries on the farfetched story but all the while entertaining you nonetheless. In terms of game play nothing major to report the shooting system has always worked and is arguably the best around when it comes to the FPS genre one of which leads to the demise of one of the MW franchise's most iconic characters however for me personally it didn't have the impact it should have especially giving how important a character this unfortunate individual was throughout the trilogy. Unfortunately the people at Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer haven't addressed the length of the solo campaign which again comes in at the 6-7 mark and even more so they have failed to fix the ridiculous AI of enemies as they can amazingly waltz by your team-mates just to pop a round in your head! I was disappointed actually by the lack of new innovations in the game as i'd like to see CoD continue to move forward for e.g. a cover system would have been fresh however it doesn't prevent you from enjoying the ride. The one thing that MW3 does deliver on is it's action packed set-pieces and it does it better than any of it's rivals and in doing so it does engross you throughout whether it's a thrilling train-journey under the British Parliament, witnessing the destruction of the Big Apple or even the collapsing of the Eiffel Tower and that brings me to the visuals it's not close to competing with the very best such as Uncharted but it still does the business for Call of Duty. The one area where Infinity Ward and co continue to thrive upon and deliver the goods is the Online/Multiplayer. People had complaints about MW2 and I wasn't overly impressed by it but MW3 is redefined and plays a treat so be prepared to say goodbye to hours upon hours of your social life its addictive as ever. Again there's nothing new game mode wise the usual suspects online like Free-For-All, Team Death match and all the favourites that entertain us for hours on end are there again but now the guys at CoD have introduced Call of Duty Elite, is it a con for your money, probably but what it does is allows you to improve your game as well as compete in year round competitions for prizes and earn XP its not essential although i'd imagine a fair few might be purchasing it at some point. On top of that Spec-Ops returns for a second outing after it proved to be a success in MW2 and again it's a delight and gives the game plenty of life and to top it off thereâ… Expand
  28. Fox-Adams
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Most insane trolling ever! Wow! This is interesting to behold. All these people who bought the game on day one and obviously enjoy the COD formula are stupid enough in their anonymity to give the game a 0... which is a score you'd give a game you have zero desire to ever play again. Funny! You guys are losers ;)
  29. dungusfibbus
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Friends if you pick up Modern Warfare 3 for the story, or any Modern Warfare for the story, you will be sorely disappointed. The reason this game is great is because of the depth of the multiplayer. No other game comes close in terms of FPS multiplayer. You want a story line buy Metal Gear or Mass Effect. You want a competitive fun multiplayer experience by MW3.
  30. Braders790
    Dec 17, 2011
    9
    Firstly the campaign is brilliant, despite being quite short, (i completed it in about 4-5 hours). The only thing i dont like is that in MW2, veteran mode is very hard, but still easy for an experienced player, but in MW3, veteran mode is nigh impossible, i'm not saying you can't complete it, you can, i have, but you only need to get shot once or twice to die, which is more incrediblyFirstly the campaign is brilliant, despite being quite short, (i completed it in about 4-5 hours). The only thing i dont like is that in MW2, veteran mode is very hard, but still easy for an experienced player, but in MW3, veteran mode is nigh impossible, i'm not saying you can't complete it, you can, i have, but you only need to get shot once or twice to die, which is more incredibly annoying than fun. Online is the same as always, long, fun and progressive, but it is sort of the same as MW2 online, (except for the maps). Survivor mode is the highlight of the game for me, what is more fun than mowing down hundreds of enemies. On a map like resistance its quite a calm level where you just have fun killing people, (until wave 26 when you get like 3 juggernauts, 2 helicopters a ton of attack dogs and suicide bombers as well as the normal guys who are heavily armoured anyway). but on a map like lock down, you need to be on your toes as the enemies get harder quicker. Survivor mode is great fun and every map is great.

    Special ops aren't as good as they were in MW2 but they are still good, i particularly like the stealth ones. but some missions are just a bit to hard and get annoying when you keep on dying, but still, the special are good.

    Survivor mode = 10/10
    Campaign = 9/10
    Online = 8/10
    Special ops = 9/10
    Avg. score = 9/10    … Expand
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Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 39
  3. Negative: 0 out of 39
  1. Push Square
    Feb 10, 2012
    90
    There's a tangible insistence from gamers that this series needs to evolve, but it seems unwarranted when it still leads the FPS class. The engine's definitely in need of an overhaul, but when it comes to thumping set-pieces and addictive multiplayer design, Modern Warfare 3 is still in a league of its own.
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  2. GameSpot
    Feb 1, 2012
    85
    By sticking to the series' strengths, Modern Warfare 3 delivers some of the best competitive, cooperate, and single-player shooting in the business.
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  3. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    Jan 4, 2012
    90
    As a complete package, Modern Warfare 3 takes the cake. [Jan 2012, p.67]
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