Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5387 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 3,430 out of 5387
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  1. Syriamn
    Oct 13, 2012
    9
    More of the same and i'm glad that it is so. Loved every single one that i've played so far. Only negative point. The campaign could be a little more difficult.
  2. cwhite
    Nov 3, 2012
    9
    The call of duty series has amassed a lot of haters the last few years. The series does not change alot from game to game but not every game that comes out can be a brand new experience. I am a fan of FPS games and I enjoy the call of duty series. Modern warfare 3 does not do much different from the previous games but it is still a good game with a fun campaign and some awesome times withThe call of duty series has amassed a lot of haters the last few years. The series does not change alot from game to game but not every game that comes out can be a brand new experience. I am a fan of FPS games and I enjoy the call of duty series. Modern warfare 3 does not do much different from the previous games but it is still a good game with a fun campaign and some awesome times with multiplayer. The last thing I want to say if the call of duty series has so many people that hate it why is it still the best selling series year after year and the most played game online. Seems strange huh.… Expand
  3. Raspifier
    Nov 21, 2012
    9
    Generally bad multiplayer maps and dull spec ops, but good campaign, and great multiplayer, especially with the slightly revamped Create-a-Class system and the Community Game-Modes. Altogether engaging as great; doesn't quite beat Black Ops. You can't give this game less than a nine, unless you want to give scores of other games out there a less than a nine. Modern Warfare 3 is NOT a badGenerally bad multiplayer maps and dull spec ops, but good campaign, and great multiplayer, especially with the slightly revamped Create-a-Class system and the Community Game-Modes. Altogether engaging as great; doesn't quite beat Black Ops. You can't give this game less than a nine, unless you want to give scores of other games out there a less than a nine. Modern Warfare 3 is NOT a bad game - it's just a little sloppy, and not a worthy sequel.… Expand
  4. ERB
    Feb 1, 2014
    9
    I know that not so may changed in these new COD game and it really disappointed us but the multiplayer is still awesome,addicting,and fun.The reason why Call Of Duty is famous is because The multiplayer in this game is really addicting.But the single player campaign is short that it feels like really bad.But the graphics,visuals,and gameplay is the best part in this game.That is why thisI know that not so may changed in these new COD game and it really disappointed us but the multiplayer is still awesome,addicting,and fun.The reason why Call Of Duty is famous is because The multiplayer in this game is really addicting.But the single player campaign is short that it feels like really bad.But the graphics,visuals,and gameplay is the best part in this game.That is why this game is a must buy game for you people.… Expand
  5. diogomendes
    Jun 30, 2014
    9
    People are hypocrite. Seriously, I don't understand why this game received such a bad user score on Metacritic. I'm not a Call of Duty fan, but I enjoyed the game thanks to it's graphics, interesting gameplay and vicious multiplayer.
  6. Infinity_Gauntl
    Sep 9, 2014
    9
    Looking at these reviews I had to respond. I believe what we have here is the Walmart syndrome where people hate you solely because your successful and they find reasons to hate you. Yes MW3 doesn't change its overall formula but it in no way has to and I doubt it would be as successful if it did. When it comes to The single player campaign is amazing and it does exactly what one wouldLooking at these reviews I had to respond. I believe what we have here is the Walmart syndrome where people hate you solely because your successful and they find reasons to hate you. Yes MW3 doesn't change its overall formula but it in no way has to and I doubt it would be as successful if it did. When it comes to The single player campaign is amazing and it does exactly what one would expect from the series. New beautiful environments, tight controls, and new additions to your arsenal. The multiplayer is just as amazing. They have really added some major improvements. Now your rounds can get recorded and you can save the recordings and upload them for bragging rights. They also have made it easier to join a match with your friends which is a major plus. I won't go to in depth with this review because I don't want to spoil it but PLEASE don't listen to the other reviews. Theres a reason why MW3 does as well as it does and this game deserves the sales and recognition it gets. As they say it gets lonely at the top.

    Negatives- They took out some of the killstreaks like nuke. That was a major disappointment it really gave you something to strive for.
    They need a brush environment for snipping.    … Expand
  7. gui2310gBR
    Mar 2, 2015
    9
    amazing campaign in good time so that is very easy in less than a day zeroed the game and beautiful scenarios, addictive multiplayer epic characters but not that attracts and fa game, spec ops excellent but only for 2 players
  8. AlexGaming
    Sep 20, 2015
    9
    This game is excellent.It may not have a good story but the gameplay is great.The action set-pieces make adrenaline rush inside of you. And those that give the game a 0 or a 3 are Battlefield fans to make others buy battlefield
  9. chrisd19844
    Dec 18, 2015
    9
    Not sure why this game takes so much flak from users on here, it's definitely a great closer to the biggest gun series of the decade. Sure, there's not a whole lot different from MW2 but why mess with a winning formula? I'll say this though, this is either as good as MW2 if not even a hair better. If I could I would give it an 8.5 I would do so The graphics are very well done and areNot sure why this game takes so much flak from users on here, it's definitely a great closer to the biggest gun series of the decade. Sure, there's not a whole lot different from MW2 but why mess with a winning formula? I'll say this though, this is either as good as MW2 if not even a hair better. If I could I would give it an 8.5 I would do so The graphics are very well done and are easily the best in the series plus the additional game modes Special Ops gives it a ton of replay value, not too mention the fun multiplayer modes as well. Furthermore the MW games literally kill the crappy Black Ops series (one to be avoided!!). Overall I thought this game was a blast, the storyline doesn't make a heck of a lot of sense but they never do in COD games anyways. The best COD out there!… Expand
  10. omer123
    Sep 13, 2016
    9
    alot of peaple **** about this game dont lession to them i can tell this game is a realy exellent cod game the game had an a great multiplayer spiecal ops rocks its awsome espicaly the new survival mode and the ending badass the best cod ending in the franchise maybe the story is forgetable but still the mission in the campain are fun i enjoyed all of them they add new map great weaponalot of peaple **** about this game dont lession to them i can tell this game is a realy exellent cod game the game had an a great multiplayer spiecal ops rocks its awsome espicaly the new survival mode and the ending badass the best cod ending in the franchise maybe the story is forgetable but still the mission in the campain are fun i enjoyed all of them they add new map great weapon mods there even the cod elite alot of great stuff its not better than the legendary modern warfare 2 but still the game is blast… Expand
  11. Lewis-Angelo
    Dec 3, 2016
    9
    gran cierre de trilogía, ninguna misión brilla especialmente, pero todas son muy buenas y más largas de lo que nos tenía acostumbrada la saga
    a parte de enlazar perfectamente la historia de los 2 primeros, continúa con las misiones cooperativas, y además añade un modo supervivencia genial
    el multijugador está retocado y ya no es tan centrado en las rachas y ventajas como su predecesor
  12. Bruterake
    May 26, 2020
    9
    Mapas bons respaws horriveis, trocação de tiro boa e divertida menos de type 95 e fmg9 akimbo, modo extra divertido e a campanha é daora ta bem, um 9 fácil já que eu nunca joguei mw2 nem mw.
  13. MPRF12345
    Dec 14, 2020
    9
    Game's phenomenal.The only reason it has such a low rating is because people are just comparing it to its predecessors instead of just looking at the game itself.
    The campaign was incredible fun. Many differently styled missions that all end up in a pretty cool ending.
    Co-op is a lot of fun with friends.
    Multiplayer is the best I've played so far.
  14. miguellopez99
    Jun 1, 2023
    9
    93/100 .
  15. Tommaso01207
    Aug 5, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Come gli altri due Modern Warfare un capolavoro! Finale stupendo! Un bel 9 se lo merita!… Expand
  16. Klornokvich
    Aug 11, 2023
    9
    I’d recommend you don’t listen to those BF fanboys that rated this a 0/1, saying “this is some $60 ****/copy of mw2”,to then call BF3 “activision, take notes this is a *real* FPS for the ps3 it’s a game of skill because mw3 is for babies and noobs, better graphics, better multiplayer and better game overall”.

    The game is actually fun, if you were wondering by the, thanks to the BF fans,    I’d recommend you don’t listen to those BF fanboys that rated this a 0/1, saying “this is some $60 ****/copy of mw2”,to then call BF3 “activision, take notes this is a *real* FPS for the ps3 it’s a game of skill because mw3 is for babies and noobs, better graphics, better multiplayer and better game overall”.

    The game is actually fun, if you were wondering by the, thanks to the BF fans, 3.(1-5) user score on each port.

    Wrapping up the trilogy in a very action-packed campaign, with levels like Turbulence, Stronghold, and Dust to Dust, bit short for some, but a good campaign.

    Spec Ops was brought back with Survival mode, it’s Zombies, but in each Multiplayer map with difficulties, stations for guns, armor, explosives, and air support, with enemies for each round, depending on the map’s difficulty.

    Haven’t tried Multiplayer yet, because errors every time I try, might be because servers are shut down or something, and I didn’t have the Elite subscription. Looks/Looked fun, though.

    Even if it is an overpriced MW2 expansion pack, bringing a few minor tweaks, guns, and features, it doesn’t need to be something completely different. Sure, all CoD games have something different, something new, but really, I don’t care, just as long it’s actually good and fun to play with.

    By the way, the people who loved all other CoD games right before this one will say that they played it and it was a joke/map pack, and they’re not BF fanboys, but, if it’s an extension pack for MW2, then it’s just as good, isn’t that what they’re saying? They’ll #2 CoD MW2 on any CoD tier list, yet put CoD MW3 on the near-bottom, with “it’s just CoD MW2, but with a few new things, new campaign, and no nuke”, then it’s just as good.

    9/10.    … Expand
  17. ELROSi
    Aug 31, 2023
    9
    - Story 10/10.

    - Multiplayer 9.5/10.
    * except colors specially at MP (everywhere greenstuff).

    - No Zombies.
  18. kratos2144
    Nov 21, 2011
    8
    With the major fanboyism going on here aside, the game isn't "horrible". Yes it's a Call of Duty, yes there has been one every year since Call of Duty 2 but the same for Mario, wut? Anyway, onto the review. The Campaign continues the story of Soap, Price, and Makarov from Call of Duty 4 and Modern Warfare 2. It's a pretty good finale for the last Modern Warfare and I, personally,With the major fanboyism going on here aside, the game isn't "horrible". Yes it's a Call of Duty, yes there has been one every year since Call of Duty 2 but the same for Mario, wut? Anyway, onto the review. The Campaign continues the story of Soap, Price, and Makarov from Call of Duty 4 and Modern Warfare 2. It's a pretty good finale for the last Modern Warfare and I, personally, thoroughly enjoyed Blood Brothers and the flashbacks from the previous two games. The Multiplayer is okay. The spawn points are horrible and the players are just as bad as ever, but the new game mode Kill Confirmed is surprisingly good. There only seems to be one over-powered thing in the Multiplayer, Assassin Pro. The Spec-Ops Missions are more for people who want more of the Campaign but the Survival version of Spec-Ops is wonderful. It could be better with the inclusion of Akimbo attachments to Handguns and Machine Pistols, more of a perk selection, and 4 player co-op instead of just 2. Overall it's decent for an FPS and good for a Call of Duty. Rent it if you're an FPS fan and get it if you're a Call of Duty fan, whether or not you have the previous Modern Warfare games, it's still good. 8.5/10… Expand
  19. redsnakecz
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    A good game, I like both the single player and multi player part. If you want more arcade experience than in BF3, this is the game for you. But I think a fan of FPSs should have both games.
  20. Ally
    Dec 3, 2011
    8
    As a wise man once said "If it ain't broke, don't fix it". Yes this essentially looks and plays the same as its predecessors but when its predecessors still look and play better than most FPSs' on the market who gives a damn? Ground breaking this isn't but its addictive as hell and nicely ties up the modern warfare storyline. It would be interesting to see how many people who gave thisAs a wise man once said "If it ain't broke, don't fix it". Yes this essentially looks and plays the same as its predecessors but when its predecessors still look and play better than most FPSs' on the market who gives a damn? Ground breaking this isn't but its addictive as hell and nicely ties up the modern warfare storyline. It would be interesting to see how many people who gave this 0/10 actually played it and how many people just think its cool to hate COD.… Expand
  21. Canamavrick
    Jan 26, 2012
    8
    I would of give this a 9, but instead a 8 because it doesn't go that far as a "sequel" and just seeing every ones negative reviews also makes me want to lower the score. But personally i still think its good. Honestly i never played as much COD multiplayer as this one, simply addicting.
  22. MoeYaz
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    I know that modern warfare 3 is pretty much modern warfare 2 with a few tweaks. But there's nothing wrong in that. The downside to this game is that it doesn't feel or look amazing. There's nothing amazing about this game. All aspects of the game, the multiplayer, singleplayer and co-op are all great but don't blow me away. The graphics are the same as MW2 but the game still looks solidI know that modern warfare 3 is pretty much modern warfare 2 with a few tweaks. But there's nothing wrong in that. The downside to this game is that it doesn't feel or look amazing. There's nothing amazing about this game. All aspects of the game, the multiplayer, singleplayer and co-op are all great but don't blow me away. The graphics are the same as MW2 but the game still looks solid and it runs very smoothly with no technical problems. Although this game is an overall better package than Battlefield 3 because all aspects of the game ,apart from the graphics, are great; there is no area of it which is amazing. Battlefield 3 has amazing graphics, sound and multiplayer and although it has a poor singleplayer it gets the higher score from me. But MW3 is a great game, no doubt about that, any fan of this series will be happy with this game and should buy it. It's just that there is nothing amazing about it which is why it gets an 8/10.… Expand
  23. evan365
    Mar 29, 2013
    8
    The multiplayer is still the best around, as addictive as ever. The pick 10 system makes the levelling system better than ever. The campaign mode is the best since cod4 and the gameplay is as crisp as ever.
  24. wouldwebealive
    Nov 17, 2011
    8
    Great gameplay as expected, runs smooth as silk, graphics are fine, maps are bigger and better - havent played campaign yet, but hey, if you like the franchise you´ll like this. Stop whining about the price, if you dont want to pay 50-60, wait a couple of months. Its isnt really a big deal now is it. And all that girlie talk about who made it, who makes money and who doesnt..Great gameplay as expected, runs smooth as silk, graphics are fine, maps are bigger and better - havent played campaign yet, but hey, if you like the franchise you´ll like this. Stop whining about the price, if you dont want to pay 50-60, wait a couple of months. Its isnt really a big deal now is it. And all that girlie talk about who made it, who makes money and who doesnt.. come on. Its business. Good ideas/ventures die everyday, but can return (respawn) better prepared and equipped. So whatever. Im having tons of fun with all three mw´s and am thankful to the people who made it possible.… Expand
  25. TheNewSpielberg
    Dec 27, 2011
    8
    The campaign is the exact same layout as the previous MW games, but there are some incredible set pieces that really show the full power of the Playstation 3, such as the Paris level. There is slowdown in some spots but these spots are very few and far between. The multiplayer is the same recipe as every other CoD game, so not much to say here with the exception of completely new guns,The campaign is the exact same layout as the previous MW games, but there are some incredible set pieces that really show the full power of the Playstation 3, such as the Paris level. There is slowdown in some spots but these spots are very few and far between. The multiplayer is the same recipe as every other CoD game, so not much to say here with the exception of completely new guns, perks and obviously maps. All in all, a game that could have been much better but is still worth playing in my opinion.

    N.B.: This is an honest review.    … Expand
  26. Deotliop
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    It's the exact same thing as Modern Warfare 2 but seeing as I'll probably be playing it for the next year or so and it's the funnest multiplayer experience I've had in a while. I just had to give it a good score.
  27. OddSuperFuture
    Nov 17, 2011
    8
    Completely overhated. Yes it's more of the same but that goes for most sequels in every franchise. Slight innovations and tweaks keep the multiplayer fresh for a while and the campaign is awesome as per usual in the Modern Warfare Franchise.
  28. commenter-x
    Sep 12, 2014
    8
    An expensive, perhaps unnecessary map pack of Modern Warfare 2. The solid multiplayer and even sequences of the campaign story are copy/paste from previous entries in the series. The improvements are few and far between, such as the nerfing of explosives (including the infamous n00b tube of Modern Warfare 2). Unfortunately, there is a lack of balance in the Weapons, as the overpowered ACRAn expensive, perhaps unnecessary map pack of Modern Warfare 2. The solid multiplayer and even sequences of the campaign story are copy/paste from previous entries in the series. The improvements are few and far between, such as the nerfing of explosives (including the infamous n00b tube of Modern Warfare 2). Unfortunately, there is a lack of balance in the Weapons, as the overpowered ACR and FMG9 Akimbo. The LMG class is practically useless, a problem passed on from MW2. The new modes, like the fun Chaos Mode, is not enough to warrant a complete new game. It's another cash-out, been-there-done-that entry in the series, and its only saving grace is the outstanding multiplayer game mechanics.… Expand
  29. diaz_
    Nov 11, 2011
    8
    I have just play for a few hours this game and many ppl say that its like mw2 but i have a completely diffrent opinion, yes some skins and moves are like mw2 but the rest are new , new weapons ,new ways of customize the classes .. thats all new and its good stuff it allows player to choose their class way better and not everyone have the same class , it have more diversity. that's myI have just play for a few hours this game and many ppl say that its like mw2 but i have a completely diffrent opinion, yes some skins and moves are like mw2 but the rest are new , new weapons ,new ways of customize the classes .. thats all new and its good stuff it allows player to choose their class way better and not everyone have the same class , it have more diversity. that's my opinion and the guys who don't like or think other way ..easy..sell the game =)… Expand
  30. skoorydook
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    Come on folks this game aint a 0 dont get me wrong it aint a 10 or 100 percent either for me an 8 seems good thats because i buy fps games for online play and online i simply prefer bf which gets a 9 for me but anyway mw3 does have s pretty good if shallow campaign which is worth at least a rent to sample if your like me or if your cod through and through you cant go wrong here
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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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