Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

 PlayStation 3
User Score
3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5387 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,362 out of 5387
  2. Mixed: 595 out of 5387
  3. Negative: 3,430 out of 5387
Buy Now
Buy on

Review this game

  1. Your Score
    0 out of 10
    Rate this:
    • 10
    • 9
    • 8
    • 7
    • 6
    • 5
    • 4
    • 3
    • 2
    • 1
    • 0
    • 0
  1. Submit
  2. Check Spelling
view
per page
  1. xxspeedy198k
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I give this game almost no rating because it is a repeat of the rest of their series and has no fun after 2 months. I chose Battlefield 3 over this because Battlefield is a new experience and actually is more fun. Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is only selling because of the popularity of the game. In my honest opinion almost any game is better than MW3, that's why I'm getting Saints RowI give this game almost no rating because it is a repeat of the rest of their series and has no fun after 2 months. I chose Battlefield 3 over this because Battlefield is a new experience and actually is more fun. Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is only selling because of the popularity of the game. In my honest opinion almost any game is better than MW3, that's why I'm getting Saints Row The Third over it. Call of Duty needs to listen to whats going and get something new and more realistic.… Expand
  2. Jonathan-a_100
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    Worth renting, just nothing here that hasn't been done before. Activision simply milking the COD brand for all it is worth. I also bought BF3 this year and i shall be sticking to that series from now on. BF3 multiplayer is so much more rewarding
  3. Atun0000
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Modern Warfare 3? A new videogame? I was thinking that was a DLC of 70$. You will feel like you've stepped back in time 6-7 years. The graphics are brown and grey and decay-esque, the gun sounds are horrible.
  4. mjblowers
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    Is the game fun? Yes, it is fun, and it's polished. There are limitless things in the multiplayer to keep the hamster wheel going. It's also the same game I've been playing since Call of Duty MWF1, achievements, not gameplay elements, added in that are nothing more than DLC packs. Much like Occupy Wallstreet is teaching us, and National Bank Transfer day, consumers, like myself, areIs the game fun? Yes, it is fun, and it's polished. There are limitless things in the multiplayer to keep the hamster wheel going. It's also the same game I've been playing since Call of Duty MWF1, achievements, not gameplay elements, added in that are nothing more than DLC packs. Much like Occupy Wallstreet is teaching us, and National Bank Transfer day, consumers, like myself, are realizing that their voice can be heard. MW3 is a good game - but I'm tired of being a joke to the COD franchise staff, who I can envision saying in their meetings "Ha! Look how many people are buying the same exact product they bought last year!" YOU ARE DETRIMENTAL TO THE GAMING INDUSTRY!!! The standard for games HAS GOT to progress over the course of 5 years - YOU are proving otherwise.… Expand
  5. redscorpion33
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    I made sure to buy this game with a debit card so that I couldn't see the money that could have been thrown in the toilet. While this game's campaign isn't the worst thing I've ever played, it left a lot to be desired. The final level was nice, but where was the action through the rest of the game? Black Ops tried and failed to have a story, whereas MW3 barely has a story or keyI made sure to buy this game with a debit card so that I couldn't see the money that could have been thrown in the toilet. While this game's campaign isn't the worst thing I've ever played, it left a lot to be desired. The final level was nice, but where was the action through the rest of the game? Black Ops tried and failed to have a story, whereas MW3 barely has a story or key moments. I can only think of three notable moments in the game, two if I don't count the last minutes. But no one plays Call of Duty for the campaign. I can't believe that I'm about to write this, but here goes; the multiplayer is worse than the campaign. Let that sink in for a second. You can tell that they didn't try too hard with this game by looking at the plain box design, but they made next to no effort for the multiplayer. Weapon leveling is a nice touch, but it's heavily marred by an overabundance of full-auto rifles and crowded maps. Every level that I've played so far has nothing but blown-up cars, alleyways, and more blown-up cars. Does anyone have good memories about Karachi or Rundown on Modern Warfare 2? That is a preview of every level on MW3.
    The campaign is a non-event, Special Ops mode seems better this time around (and anything is better than zombies) but it still isn't very fun, and the multiplayer is drowning in its own flaws. Why don't grenades have explosions more than one foot in MP? Why do shotguns have the range of a rubber band? What is the point of perks if they don't seem to help out that much? And most importantly, why doesn't my trained marine know how to reload a gun without it becoming an eight hour affair? I always equip sleight of hand, but then I am behind because someone might have a "better" perk equipped in that slot. The perks that give you faster aiming and better movement speed while aiming aren't even noticeable. Maybe I need to upgrade them to the pro versions, but why do I have to work that hard for something I all ready worked for?
    In the end, the Professional reviewers have been paid off or are scared to give this game a low score, lest they suffer backlash from fans. Many of the negative reviewers just plain hate CoD or are players of Battlefield 3 (I haven't played BF3, but I'm tired of hearing about the MW3 vs. BF3 debate). I enjoyed Modern Warfare 2's campaign when you controlled the vehicles or did something that was over the top. I still love to play World at War because it takes skill instead of higher levels. I also had fun with Black Ops before they released patches that made my favorite weapons next to useless but still kept the Famas over-powered. I'm saddened by what has happened to the CoDs, and I know this will be the last time they sucker me. It's a money-making machine and Activision has realized this.Someone might argue "maybe it's not easy to make a great game that quickly". Then Activision should wait longer than 355 days to make their next game, or use some of their budget on a script or ask people what they want changed or added. Maybe if it didn't make so much money it could go back to its roots, but until then, I'm done.    … Expand
  6. Coelho
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Totaly garbage.BF3 is much better . i doesn't change virtually anything, the graphics are the same, the game play is the same, most weapons are the same
  7. scream2207
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    same game for the 5th time this gen... until they make new engine new mechanics new everything it won't be worth **** worst part is they will milk you even more with their monthly map packs that suck anyway.. this is not the same IW i knew 5 years ago.. also all the high review scores were paid off.. nothing new here move on
  8. MrDeviance
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    A miserable game like none other. Worst fps game I've ever seen in my entire life!
    Green oxidized copper all over the screen. Everything is green with the miserable post fx!
    The previous games in the series were miserable but this one is reaching new lows.
    Bf3 is 10000 times better than mw3! Do NOT BUY. I repeat DO NOT EVEN GET CLOSE TO IT!
  9. Skullbusta
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I don't get it, this is the exact same thing I purchased two years ago when it was called Modern Warfare 2. I played through the campaign and was shocked that it was shorter than Black Ops, but then again; I'm the idiot for paying $60 for the same game I bought last year and the year before. Seriously, there isn't enough new content here to warrant the purchase. Please, do NOT make theI don't get it, this is the exact same thing I purchased two years ago when it was called Modern Warfare 2. I played through the campaign and was shocked that it was shorter than Black Ops, but then again; I'm the idiot for paying $60 for the same game I bought last year and the year before. Seriously, there isn't enough new content here to warrant the purchase. Please, do NOT make the same mistake I did. This is the final Call of Duty game I will ever play.… Expand
  10. carton_RAR
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Un reprise, de reprise, de reprise, de reprise... Un conseil, restez au bon vieux Call Of Duty Modern warfare.. et Gardez vos Tunes pour ASSASSIN'S CREED : REVELATION!!!!!

    Tellement Monotone....
  11. SubSenix
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is pure crap The graphics are outdated The Multiplayer is broken and designed for Casuals The Weapons sound like Paperguns The maps are smaller than my bathroom The Campaign is 3 Hours long and boring They did copy+paste in a lot of places > 1:1 copy of buildings from CoD4 This game is pure crap and the Justin Bieber of Gaming.No Quality and a bunch of 5 year old casuals behindThis game is pure crap The graphics are outdated The Multiplayer is broken and designed for Casuals The Weapons sound like Paperguns The maps are smaller than my bathroom The Campaign is 3 Hours long and boring They did copy+paste in a lot of places > 1:1 copy of buildings from CoD4 This game is pure crap and the Justin Bieber of Gaming.No Quality and a bunch of 5 year old casuals behind them who don't know it better. For people who want to play a real good FPS there are a lot of alternatives. People rather spend their money on good games for example Skyrim,Uncharted 3,Battlefield 3,Saints Row 3,AssaCreed,Zelda,Import NiNoKuni from Japan or hell even Rayman… Expand
  12. callofdutyfan
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    On its third iteration, i have to say call of duty modern warfare 3 has taken the franchise nowhere. i have enjoyed a massive amount of time with call of duty 4 modern warfare, and call of duty modern warfare 2, but the series are getting old and stale on its third iteration. while the scale of mw3 is as epic as ever both in terms of single and multiplayer, there is no doubt that you mayOn its third iteration, i have to say call of duty modern warfare 3 has taken the franchise nowhere. i have enjoyed a massive amount of time with call of duty 4 modern warfare, and call of duty modern warfare 2, but the series are getting old and stale on its third iteration. while the scale of mw3 is as epic as ever both in terms of single and multiplayer, there is no doubt that you may get a sense of been there, done that. ultimately the entire experience feels like an attempt to cash in on the call of duty craze, and as a major fan of the series i am quite disappointed. it's not all gloom and doom though, as mw3 gives us new guns and slightly prettier graphics and of course, new environments to experience. bottom line, for another 60 dollars, developer activision expects us fans to replay previous modern warfare games with a new title and a new coat of paint, simply unacceptable.… Expand
  13. TripSe7en
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    $60 is too much for a map pack. Stop beating the horse to death. I am so glad I didmt buy this game and that redbox only charged me $1.50 to play the 5 hour campaign. Seriously, if I wanted 5 hours of Michael Bay, I'd watch Transformers.
  14. Papieros
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    This is honestly just MW2.1 this is awful. I can't believe I stayed up and went to a midnight launch for this. Complete waste of money, i'm taking this back to the store after work today to trade it in (or return it if they let me) and get battlefield 3. God IW is so lazy this is more or less THE EXACT SAME GAME as MW2 with a couple minor tweaks. Waste of damn money.
  15. cobra91160
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    GET MW2 is low expansive and is better. activision/blizar like a good stats ok 0/10 .i a fanboy COD but mw3 is not good for 2 year of developpement . 2year for the game or elite suck 50$ activision noob .
  16. casale2a
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Wow... This was the FIRST and LAST time that I purchase a Call of Duty game the day of release. The game seemed good, graphics amazing... The issue at hand for me is the people playing multiplayer... They are all camping like crazy... The disappointment here is that I read that the developers made the maps so it'd be difficult to camp. But, that is not so at all... It is even easier actually.
  17. SpaceRanger
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Call of Duty 8 might be the biggest waste of money in the history of currency. If you like high testosterone/low intelligence entertainment this might be your new bible. If you enjoy playing with "xXxW33DSN1P3R420xXx" 's this game is awesome. If you don't want any of that you are in luck because contrary to popular belief call of duty isn't the only game with competitive onlineCall of Duty 8 might be the biggest waste of money in the history of currency. If you like high testosterone/low intelligence entertainment this might be your new bible. If you enjoy playing with "xXxW33DSN1P3R420xXx" 's this game is awesome. If you don't want any of that you are in luck because contrary to popular belief call of duty isn't the only game with competitive online multiplayer. Pay more attention to the Battlefields and Counter-Strikes.… Expand
  18. munster1975
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Shocking piece of unfinished rubbish again from IW. Any fool that buys into the COD series now is exactly that. Same game as MW2 and as if they couldnt be bothered even doing anything with it
  19. xanderz28
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    ya estoy cansado de la misma mie#$% cada año y seguiré jugando el MW2 de ves en cuando hasta que salga algo que valga realmente la pena, ademas porque comprar MW3 si hay un Batman AC, un Uncharted 3, un Skyrim, un Gears 3, entre otros.
    bueno esto es solo mi OPINION PERSONAL y se les respeta a quienes si apoyen este juego.
  20. bjs001
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    For me this is one big camp fest with crappy graphics (why is everything the same tone?) poorly balanced guns (I either get no hit markers with a full clip or someone takes me out with a couple of rounds from something they are wildly spraying around!) and the dullest maps ever. They don't have any character. Taking blops as an example I immediately loved Summit and Firing Range, but onFor me this is one big camp fest with crappy graphics (why is everything the same tone?) poorly balanced guns (I either get no hit markers with a full clip or someone takes me out with a couple of rounds from something they are wildly spraying around!) and the dullest maps ever. They don't have any character. Taking blops as an example I immediately loved Summit and Firing Range, but on MW3 I couldn't care less which map I end up on as I hate them all equally.
    I am giving it until 1st prestige or Monday (whichever comes 1st) at which point I'll trade it in for something new (effectively getting it for free). Maybe I'll come across a gun/perk combo that really makes me want to keep it and play?! I doubt it though, back to blops for me I expect!!    … Expand
  21. qwax02
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    same **** !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  22. n8man18
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Same game, different name... the maps on this game have taken a step backwards. To be honest, the maps on all call of duty games have been decreasing in quality since MW2. This game is definitely oriented toward a run and gun style. There is little resemblance to any form of actual military strategies. In short, save your money and play Black Ops because that is this game...
  23. dmbrent
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I am writing this review in response to developer begging MW3 fans to help their user rating. Let me just put it this way if you have to beg your fans to give you a good review you did not produce a quality product. Because MW3 is just a ever so slightly updated version of MW3. Almost everything is exactly the same as MW2 sounds, weapons, features, And absolutely nothing new wasI am writing this review in response to developer begging MW3 fans to help their user rating. Let me just put it this way if you have to beg your fans to give you a good review you did not produce a quality product. Because MW3 is just a ever so slightly updated version of MW3. Almost everything is exactly the same as MW2 sounds, weapons, features, And absolutely nothing new was brought to the franchise or the genre with the release of this title. I find this disappointing as I have had fun with the previous titles, but I have those titles still and didn't need a rehashed version of them.

    Obviously the CoD formula has worked for them in the past but I feel that after so many years with no real innovation coming out of Infinity ward, it is time for them to move on and take a chance. Sure they are probably going to make a ton of money off the initial release but I am fairly certain they will not be able to sustain their sales like they have in the past. I think the only hope for this game is if they can release some top quality DLC for free, or some updates that actually help bring both the franchise and the genre forward.

    If you haven't purchased this yet, don't. Just throw in your copy of MW2 and you will be playing pretty much exactly the same game.    … Expand
  24. requester47
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I haven't played the campaign or the spec ops. This review is based on the multiplayer which I justifyed spending $60 on. This game is bad. Anyone who actually thinks this game is worth $60 is crazy. Graphics are outdated. Fun factor reduced and for a company who made so much money, it boggles my mind why there isn't dedicated servers. Host advantage is at a all time high. This franchiseI haven't played the campaign or the spec ops. This review is based on the multiplayer which I justifyed spending $60 on. This game is bad. Anyone who actually thinks this game is worth $60 is crazy. Graphics are outdated. Fun factor reduced and for a company who made so much money, it boggles my mind why there isn't dedicated servers. Host advantage is at a all time high. This franchise is dead to me now.… Expand
  25. speer
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Piece of Garbage. Why do people even play this broken, watered down, repetitive, unrealistic and buggy game series? And why are people even BUYING it after all this and sending boat loads of money to one of the laziest and corrupt gaming corporations ( Activision ) and their CEO Bobby Kotick ( Anti-Christ of gaming ).

    I shouldnt be blaming you though, the majority of their revenue are    Piece of Garbage. Why do people even play this broken, watered down, repetitive, unrealistic and buggy game series? And why are people even BUYING it after all this and sending boat loads of money to one of the laziest and corrupt gaming corporations ( Activision ) and their CEO Bobby Kotick ( Anti-Christ of gaming ).

    I shouldnt be blaming you though, the majority of their revenue are from kids between the age of 10-14 who are too close-minded and just follow the crowd and buy the game for the title.    … Expand
  26. Undertow
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I know it shouldnt bother me when people say this game is better than BF3 but it does. Its like comparing apples to oranges. One game is more of a campaign game, while the other is more for people who like realism and a well rounded game. MW3 is simply just another patch, that is all. Its very lazy to not add much more than a couple extra weapons. BF3 has MW3 beat on physics, sound,I know it shouldnt bother me when people say this game is better than BF3 but it does. Its like comparing apples to oranges. One game is more of a campaign game, while the other is more for people who like realism and a well rounded game. MW3 is simply just another patch, that is all. Its very lazy to not add much more than a couple extra weapons. BF3 has MW3 beat on physics, sound, map size, realism of weapons, dedicated servers. I could go on. MW3 Your stuck on a tiny map and the ai attacks with vehicles for you. BF3 has the huge maps and plenty of room to do your own air attacks. People who dog on bf3 and say its worse have either never played it or are not willing to take time to get good at it. Simply put a game where you have to lead and take gravity into play wins in the better game category. If i wanna play i quarter game ill go to the arcade. I wont even go into the heartbeat sensor lol seems pretty real… Expand
  27. COD4Gamer916
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Terrible, terrible game. What more is there too say? Most of these reviews hit the nail right on the head when it comes to explaining why it has such a low User Score. So I am not going to bother repeating what's been said. I'm going back to BF3 and will stay there till Infinity Wart learns the definitions of the words ''Innovation" and "Upgrade.'' That is all.
  28. Rammstein0o0
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    A cheap copy, paste job. If you love Mw2 stick to that. It's not worth $60 for this steamy, pile hunk of garbage.
    The campaign is what you expect from any Call of duty game...boring. Spec ops and Survival are pretty decent but it's nothing really spectacular, Zombies in Black ops & World at War are better.
  29. Beermonger7
    Nov 12, 2011
    0
    Modern Warfare 3 Versus Black Ops

    I see a lot of non stop Modern Warfare 3 versus Battlefield 3. Well if people get to compare those completely different games, then I get to compare Modern Warfare 3 with Black Ops in an all out multiplayer only cage match review: Maps: Black Ops comes with 12 maps that vary in size and shape. Some maps have wide open vistas with a few buildings for    Modern Warfare 3 Versus Black Ops

    I see a lot of non stop Modern Warfare 3 versus Battlefield 3. Well if people get to compare those completely different games, then I get to compare Modern Warfare 3 with Black Ops in an all out multiplayer only cage match review:

    Maps:

    Black Ops comes with 12 maps that vary in size and shape. Some maps have wide open vistas with a few buildings for close quarters. Other maps are condensed and smaller. There are a few medium sized maps as well. The maps tend to suit all play styles with close quarter areas, and long range sniping grounds, as well as medium range assault rifle locales.

    Modern Warfare 3 comes with 16 maps that are cramped and claustrophobic and labyrinthine. There are some occasional medium range areas. There is no real place to camp or take a breather. The maps tend to be rewarding to the run and gun play style, while punishing the cautious and camp styles. Guns: The guns in Black Ops have differences. While there are a handful of guns that are best for most situations, any decent player can excel with any of the guns available. For long and medium range shooting, controlling the recoil is key to successfully hitting the target. The guns of Modern Warfare 3 have almost no recoil. You can aim a gun at an enemy and fire full auto without any problems. Also the maps are close quarters, so you wouldnâ    … Expand
  30. Joeydeschenes
    Nov 12, 2011
    0
    Just a blatant copy paste of their previous release, just like activision loves to do. It gets boring very fast, I've never really understood the hype about this game, I rented it and just found out like many other that it wasn't good at all. I don't even see any improvments from the past games, nothing out of the ordinary and mostly nothing that looked like something original and new.Just a blatant copy paste of their previous release, just like activision loves to do. It gets boring very fast, I've never really understood the hype about this game, I rented it and just found out like many other that it wasn't good at all. I don't even see any improvments from the past games, nothing out of the ordinary and mostly nothing that looked like something original and new. Everything is just the same, they just make these games for money seriously...… Expand
Page:

Awards & Rankings

17
#17 Best PS3 Game of 2011
1
#1 Most Discussed PS3 Game of 2011
16
#16 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2011

Critic Reviews

All reviews »
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.
    Read full review
  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.
    Read full review
  3. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    Jan 4, 2012
    90
    As a complete package, Modern Warfare 3 takes the cake. [Jan 2012, p.67]
See all critic reviews »