Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.4

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 5387 Ratings

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  1. Player12
    Nov 11, 2011
    8
    Like everyone else is saying, yes this game is very similar to the previous modern warfare titles. But the developers even said this game was going to pick up exactly where Mw2 left off. with that being said, of course the game is going to be very similar. they aren't going to completely change the foundation of the game that is directly based off of MW2's ending. i agree, the multiplayerLike everyone else is saying, yes this game is very similar to the previous modern warfare titles. But the developers even said this game was going to pick up exactly where Mw2 left off. with that being said, of course the game is going to be very similar. they aren't going to completely change the foundation of the game that is directly based off of MW2's ending. i agree, the multiplayer is extremely similar but that was expected. their choice to base it off a previous game really limited their ability to expand. the only complaint i would put on this game is the maps. they are extremely compact and encourages the close quarter combat. there is no real maps that promote sniping and long range engagements. the developers said they wanted to encourage more gun on gun action instead of the camp and get a chopper gunner play style. they succeeded in this but i think they tried a little bit to hard. overall it's still a great game and successfully followed up Mw2's story line. i think people just expected way to much change in this game.… Expand
  2. karim3adel
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best "Modern Warfare".. it have the final conclusion to the whole series (MW)...
    Any Creature should Try this game! Ignore all those negative Reviews & Scores.
    We believe -CoD Fans- that most of the negative reviews, were done by those BF Fans.
    OR People who "loved" the Characters will never see them again. This is STUPIDITY. It is not a sequel to "Call of Duty" Generally, but to "Modern Warfare" series.. The graphics are GREAT.. But BattleFAILED's new Engine -Frostbite 2- made it a bad Graphically game?
    Robert Bowling said this "We have no time to create a new engine to fit the game.. so we have to work on the previous one" We will be insane people if we compared MW3's -or any Modern Warfare's"- campaign to BF3 -or any BF-... Self-evident MW win.. but we can stil compare the "Graphics" which make Battlefailed 3 "a good" game.
    We can compare their Multiplaye Mod as well.. they both have excellent multiplayer.. BUT.. there's no Spec OPS in BF3.. so Battlefailed "3" beats MW3 because of the Graphics.. That's **** !!!!
    **** strongly Recommends this game to any creature in the whole wide world to play this game.    … Expand
  3. nofxmike06
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    This game is very similar to MW2. Of course its similar to MW2 as the same designers made this game! The Special Operations Mode is the most enjoyable out of the three modes for me. Call of Duty will always be ripe with young children online so I tend to stay offline when I play this game. Without spoiling the campaign for those who have not played, this game finishes the story asThis game is very similar to MW2. Of course its similar to MW2 as the same designers made this game! The Special Operations Mode is the most enjoyable out of the three modes for me. Call of Duty will always be ripe with young children online so I tend to stay offline when I play this game. Without spoiling the campaign for those who have not played, this game finishes the story as depicted in MW2. I've played every Call of Duty game since it was created to compete with Medal of Honor in the WWII days. Not many people remember those days as most gamers who play these games are technically too young to play them. The score on this website is being abused. This game is solid and the franchise is successful for a reason. FPS in general are very hard to "innovate" so everyone quit your whining. They're all very similar!… Expand
  4. Forsaken1Kills
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    Battlefied 3 was my main concern this year, but out of the blue I was hooked on COD:MW3. While I am still very much in love with how fresh BF3 has been I can not ignore the value for dollar and refinment of COD:MW3. First of is the single player which is the shortest one yet, but its quality over quanity. If you like Michale Bay movies, and could give two rats ass about story telling thisBattlefied 3 was my main concern this year, but out of the blue I was hooked on COD:MW3. While I am still very much in love with how fresh BF3 has been I can not ignore the value for dollar and refinment of COD:MW3. First of is the single player which is the shortest one yet, but its quality over quanity. If you like Michale Bay movies, and could give two rats ass about story telling this is for you. I have been playing all morning, and all I can say the single player makes you feel like a total bad ass and it takes no prisoners doing so. The visuals, sound, and ammount of content is epic. Spec Ops, is the best part of the game but will be probably the least played of the bunch. If you got a buddy to play with this is really a challange, and will put your skills to the test if you are willing to get a 100% in them Multiplayer has grown up a lot, and while not on the same size scale as BF3 it offers a different flavor of it. I am not very good at COD MP, but with the support class I given slack for sucking, but rewarded for supporting. That single featuer alone is sensational. I am very please with it, and the fact that you can custom tailor the guns to your liking is awsome. COD:MW3 is worth your money, and I really have no clue why all the negative reivews. I own both BF3 and MW3, and I can not say that I like one more over the other, but I can say that I play as of right now MW3 more because it is refined, no cashing, freezing, or funky glitches in the game.â… Expand
  5. webhead921
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    Don't listen to the unnecessary hate. Sometimes things are popular because they are GOOD. The campaign is better than Modern Warfare 2, but not quite as good as modern warfare 1. The narrative feels less random, and it is really fun to see World War III in full force. The opening level is great. Also, the pacing is good, switching up more calm levels with on rails vehicle sectionsDon't listen to the unnecessary hate. Sometimes things are popular because they are GOOD. The campaign is better than Modern Warfare 2, but not quite as good as modern warfare 1. The narrative feels less random, and it is really fun to see World War III in full force. The opening level is great. Also, the pacing is good, switching up more calm levels with on rails vehicle sections with more bombastic explosions going off everywhere. As far as multiplayer is concerned, it does what the previous games do, with minor tweaks. I really like the new kill confirmed mode, which has less campers since people have to run out and collect dog tags. Overall, if you like the series so far, you will like this game. If you hated previous entries in the Call of Duty Franchise, why bother?… Expand
  6. Sammyv17
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Call of duty continues to be the fun addicting experience that people love. It runs smoothly and has excitement throughout. Spec ops is a welcome addition and the ability to play splitscreen is much appreciated in a generation where very few developers consider the people who play with those that they know, not just random people around the world.
  7. canuck22
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Excellent game that builds off the rest of the series, bf3 fanboys need to find something better to do than rate this game a 0, shouldn't you be spending your time playing your precious game?
  8. 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
  9. Zarathesus
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Only reason this game gets a 7 from me(I'd give it a 7.5), is because they are still using Host Migration when they have been making plenty of money to use dedicated servers. That and there are still quite a few bugs they need to kink out.

    Everything else, is exactly what I expected. I never bought into the hype, and came out satisfied. Spec Ops missions are where this game truly shines    Only reason this game gets a 7 from me(I'd give it a 7.5), is because they are still using Host Migration when they have been making plenty of money to use dedicated servers. That and there are still quite a few bugs they need to kink out.

    Everything else, is exactly what I expected. I never bought into the hype, and came out satisfied.

    Spec Ops missions are where this game truly shines though, Kill Confirmed is my new favorite mode now too.    … Expand
  10. D4nnY
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I dont know why there is all the hate if you dont like the game dont bye it simple. Overall game is not much differnt from mw2 but dayum this game is freakishly addictive.You can play this game for a whole year without getting bored(Talking bout multiplayer here). This game deserves atleast a 9 if not 10.
  11. SYKOVL
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Great fun game!
  12. superflydwyer
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    brilliant game, love ever aspect of it, played every cod and this is easily the best all round package (needs zombies though!!) stop slating a game that doesn't deserve it people!
  13. cthorpe12
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Call of Duty is a franchise that gamers love to hate. Regardless, even though I am NOT a Call of Duty fan, developer Sledgehammer Games has created a worthy game for a franchise that annoys me entirely. Even though Activision may be money hungry, the studio who created this game deserves way better respect than this.
  14. StreetGlide75
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Great game ! Will spend countless hours on it just like the rest :)I The multiplayer. Is as intense as it has always been. When I bought this I knew what to expect for it is MW3 and if it was all changed around it wouldn't be modern warfare ;)
  15. Darksid3cr3w666
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    A huge fan of call of duty since the 1st one I can say I love this game but I think this game was rushed . what's with the graphics ? You could have offered better, I mean all the money you get but that's irrelevant I would like alot more guns, streaks and us as players be notice when playing online like activation best videos and list the best clans over all I would rate this game.A huge fan of call of duty since the 1st one I can say I love this game but I think this game was rushed . what's with the graphics ? You could have offered better, I mean all the money you get but that's irrelevant I would like alot more guns, streaks and us as players be notice when playing online like activation best videos and list the best clans over all I would rate this game. 9.0 out ten again better graphics next time… Expand
  16. sicknotedj
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    First impressions was a finer retouched modern warfare 2 , but after playin multiplayer for a few hours will be again easily hooked and will be spendin many nights and days playin this as its hugely addictive, new piont streak system gives sum1 like me who deosnt go on mad kill streaks every match a bit of satisfaction every game, new gun system impressive, graphics and sound excellent.First impressions was a finer retouched modern warfare 2 , but after playin multiplayer for a few hours will be again easily hooked and will be spendin many nights and days playin this as its hugely addictive, new piont streak system gives sum1 like me who deosnt go on mad kill streaks every match a bit of satisfaction every game, new gun system impressive, graphics and sound excellent. was never a fan of battlefield 2 yet to try no. 3 but COD is the game every1 talkin about at the mo and the game all your friends playin right now MW3 nuff said go… Expand
  17. Durazell
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Durazell
    Nov 10, 2011
    10 This is te best of the series yet. Infinity Ward has delivered the Special Ops for co-op gameplay and this is one of the best additions to the series. The singple player is as always as roller coaster ride and multiplayer delivers an even more balanced experience. The map are great and the smaller thighter maps at launch will provide new players with an fyn    Durazell
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is te best of the series yet. Infinity Ward has delivered the Special Ops for co-op gameplay and this is one of the best additions to the series. The singple player is as always as roller coaster ride and multiplayer delivers an even more balanced experience. The map are great and the smaller thighter maps at launch will provide new players with an fyn experience. Veteran player no longer has the possibility to noob tube and spawn close to team mates are great. Overall this is a more balanced game than any other military shooter on the market with a technical finish others only can dream off.    … Expand
  18. Spherox
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    If you enjoyed the previous modern warfare games, you will LOVE this one! Fast pace gun on gun gameplay. Multiplayer is awesome. Great game to play with your buddies.
  19. Krazekami
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Shield. Enough said. Plus more options this time around to be a team player. A very high risk, high reward multiplayer game which can be frustrating at times, but I love it.
  20. Roach
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Great Game IW/SH, many thanks! This is sequel in a series of games and this one has made steps to improve an already great formula. Single player is engaging, MP is addictive and accessible and this game just screams fun !! Im not sure why there is so much hate for this game here, tell me - are U3, BF3 , GOW3 brand new games? no, they are (as is MW3) sequals in a series of games thatGreat Game IW/SH, many thanks! This is sequel in a series of games and this one has made steps to improve an already great formula. Single player is engaging, MP is addictive and accessible and this game just screams fun !! Im not sure why there is so much hate for this game here, tell me - are U3, BF3 , GOW3 brand new games? no, they are (as is MW3) sequals in a series of games that have made improvements to their existing formula, not brand new games. If you want to be able to pick a game up run around with smooth fluid controls and get straight into fairly balanced fun action buy MW3 and don't look back. i await the next installment of this great series.… Expand
  21. blunholesack
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    best shooting game of this year. better than battlefield 3. best shooting game of this year. better than battlefield 3. best shooting game of this year. better than battlefield 3.
  22. Leftyy
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I honestly don't think I've evert played a worse game, period. Ony a five year old could enjoy this game, which makes sense, because those are the only people online. Please, avoid the tragedy at all costs, and use your hard earned money to buy skyrim.
  23. mynameisearl
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    After seeing MW3 getting 2.7 I realized that we humans will never ever achieve world peace due to dick face close minded idiots on the internet. People are only giving Modern Warfare 3 because 1) It is popular. You know why? More than half of the user reviews on this website suggest that MW3 lacks innovation when they **** fail to realize that games like FIFA and Madden do the exact sameAfter seeing MW3 getting 2.7 I realized that we humans will never ever achieve world peace due to dick face close minded idiots on the internet. People are only giving Modern Warfare 3 because 1) It is popular. You know why? More than half of the user reviews on this website suggest that MW3 lacks innovation when they **** fail to realize that games like FIFA and Madden do the exact same **** every year and no one gives a **** Companies who are far more selfish than Activision like EA happen to just get away with it while new time developers like Sledgehammer Studies get bombed with hate comments. PLEASE people of the internet have sympathy for the Sledgehammer Studios due to the fact that they are hard working humans just simply working on their first every game as Sledgehammer. Now I will leave the haters a question. Why the hate?… Expand
  24. CRYSiiS
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    I wouldn't have given this game a flat out ZERO if I had written this earlier. I really do NOT like a game developer ripping off consumers year after year promising new things. Only to find out the same EXACT models and animations were ripped from the earlier games.

    I would have given this game, maybe a 5 out of 10. But year after year video game websites such as IGN give this game the    I wouldn't have given this game a flat out ZERO if I had written this earlier. I really do NOT like a game developer ripping off consumers year after year promising new things. Only to find out the same EXACT models and animations were ripped from the earlier games.

    I would have given this game, maybe a 5 out of 10. But year after year video game websites such as IGN give this game the title, "Game of the Year" and so on. Which leads me to believe either A. they are idiots, or B. they are being paid.

    I am a Battlefield fan, and I used to be a Call of Duty fan. With all "fanboy" aside. DICE brings new stuff to the table, while IW rehashed used material.

    The straw that broke the camels back on my ZERO rating. Was the idiot Schofield begging for metacritic reviews on Twitter. Schofield, eat my nasty nuts, your game deserves a score of 2/10.    … Expand
  25. RedChaos115
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    This is a Great Game....
    the campaign, while having a cliche story, is a blast to play
    the new features in spec ops is worth checking out and survival mode is addicting (but its not original) multiplayer is fun, but i think BF3 did better still the old engine from COD4 is still here so it isnt "that" visually impressive in the end the gun-to-gun arcade style COD is here and has few issues    This is a Great Game....
    the campaign, while having a cliche story, is a blast to play
    the new features in spec ops is worth checking out and survival mode is addicting (but its not original)
    multiplayer is fun, but i think BF3 did better
    still the old engine from COD4 is still here so it isnt "that" visually impressive
    in the end the gun-to-gun arcade style COD is here and has few issues
    Go pick it up if u just wanna have a good time    … Expand
  26. 12ealDeal
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    I wish I could rate this a -59.99, because that's how much money you might as well be wasting if you already own MW2. This is a crap game with a ludicrous plot, garbage maps, etc.
  27. Bootscv
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    I feel like I've played this game before. Oh wait, I have...twice. The graphics are pathetically outdated, having changed little since the first modern warfare. The physics feel cheap and flimsy, as the guns do not actually recoil realistically and animations look unnaturally robotic. Being able to go full auto at someone with a machine gun while having the reticule barely budge makes theI feel like I've played this game before. Oh wait, I have...twice. The graphics are pathetically outdated, having changed little since the first modern warfare. The physics feel cheap and flimsy, as the guns do not actually recoil realistically and animations look unnaturally robotic. Being able to go full auto at someone with a machine gun while having the reticule barely budge makes the gunplay feel unrealistic and cheap. Sound effects are equally messy; gunfire sounds more like a fruitblender than anything else. Firing the weapons has no weight behind them due to the muffled, unrealistic sound effects and the robotic physics, giving little to no satisfaction in landing hits. At 60 bucks, IW is robbing us of our money. This is almost the same game, with the same engine, the same graphics, and same gameplay as the previous two. I feel like there is an immense lack of effort and dedication put in by the design team; in its third iteration, i expect a game to at the very least have technological improvements over its predecessors. But even there I am disappointed. I find it hilarious that the Glen Schofield has the balls to ask for higher user ratings on Metacritic after pumping out this product on so much hype. So here I am, voicing my opinion to spite him when I otherwise would have stayed silent.

    Do yourself a favor and go play skyrim or something.    … Expand
  28. Jmack90
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Campaign is the same old Linear piece of crap and the multiplayer is the same old boring gameplay populated by 13 year old caffeine addicts. Don't waste your money or time with this overhyped piece of garbage.
  29. JaS92
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Call of Duty MW3 is actually a great game. Picks up right where the second left off. The story is very satisfying to players who have completed the others. Yes it may only take players five hours to complete, but it is the best call of duty campaign yet. It is filled with intense action sequences, making players left speechless. The graphics engine is the same as the others, but thisCall of Duty MW3 is actually a great game. Picks up right where the second left off. The story is very satisfying to players who have completed the others. Yes it may only take players five hours to complete, but it is the best call of duty campaign yet. It is filled with intense action sequences, making players left speechless. The graphics engine is the same as the others, but this time it is more polished, and there is also destructible environments (Don't expect BF3 destruction). The sound is very good, along with the score and voice acting. Special Ops mode is similar to MW2s Spec Ops. Players are assigned objectives, such as rescue hostages, kill HVTs, recover data, etc. It is a great mode to play with a buddy, but some missions felt repetitive, possibly due to the fact I was playing them on Veteran, which was frustrating. Also, there is a new mode in Spec Ops where players fight off countless number of waves, just like zombies. Players can gain money by killing enemies and surviving waves. With the money that you earn, you can buy airstrikes, support squads, weapons, etc. It is fun for the first 10-15 waves, but starts to get a little old, just like most horde based modes. Multiplayer is what people would expect. It still has that Call of Duty feel, which there is nothing wrong with that. They kept the same formula and polished things that were problems in the past Call of Duty games. There are new modes, kill streaks and customization that will satisfy many players.

    The overall experience is great. Yes there are some flaws like in every other game, but it does not make COD MW3 a terrible game. Some people just play online, which I think is a problem with the ratings. Do not make a review on a game when you have not played the full game. Also, it is not IW or Sledgehammers fault that stupid people ruin the experience. Don't blame them for something that they have no control of.    … Expand
  30. Dean456
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I wasn't as hyped for this Call of Duty title like I have been with others in years past but I picked it up as usually do and I'm pleasantly pleased.

    Firstly the campaign, the end of MW2's campaign was intense and epic and MW3's starts with this one left off and continues to get better and better from there, while sometimes it can get repetitive fighting wave after wave of enemies like    I wasn't as hyped for this Call of Duty title like I have been with others in years past but I picked it up as usually do and I'm pleasantly pleased.

    Firstly the campaign, the end of MW2's campaign was intense and epic and MW3's starts with this one left off and continues to get better and better from there, while sometimes it can get repetitive fighting wave after wave of enemies like most shooters this game makes up for that with their intense sequences and amazing set pieces. The stories well done and is a satisfying end to the trilogy running at about 5-6 hours on regular (easy, regular, hard and harder)

    Spec Ops- This gametype was in MW2 it has much of the same in MW3 but this time they have added a new edition with a horde mode where you fight endless wave after wave of progressively harder enemies. For the people wondering this isn't much like the Zombie Mode from Black Ops because Zombies had it own theme, story, and Maps from the multiplayer where as MW3's horde mode doesn't. I'd compare it mor to Gears of War 3's Horde mode but in 1st person of course.

    Multiplayer- This is really what your going to get your hours and moneys worth out of this game there are a few tweaks here and there to improve balancing but its pretty much the same formula as MW2 they have new ideas that have improved the gameplay like new game modes, perks and new ways to get killstreaks. However I'm disappointed they didn't use the good ideas Black ops had like their currency system because with that system no1 was at a disadvantage depending on what level they are and by not having currency they don't have wager matches any more either which I also liked. So the multiplayer is good and been very enjoyable. also I haven't come across any boosters or hackers yet so thats a plus.

    Overall a great game and definitely one of the games to pick up this holiday    … Expand
  31. MW3suks
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks sucks… Expand
  32. Optimus_506
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    This game is definitely a solid FPS. The campaign is fast paced, doesn't slow down leading towards the climax and really makes you feel that you are part a major world conflict. Once you have finished the campaign, it's time to tackle the online content. Online battles may not have the massive battles BF3 has to offer but what MW3 lacks in quantity they make up in quality. The variousThis game is definitely a solid FPS. The campaign is fast paced, doesn't slow down leading towards the climax and really makes you feel that you are part a major world conflict. Once you have finished the campaign, it's time to tackle the online content. Online battles may not have the massive battles BF3 has to offer but what MW3 lacks in quantity they make up in quality. The various modes are incredibly fun, my favorite being Kill Confirmed (god I love Kill Confirmed), and the progression through ranks is fulfilling. You feel like you are accomplishing something great in every match. It would have been cool if they had vehicles like in BF3 (I do barrel rolls all day in those jets. I suck at flying helicopters though....) but MW3 offers a solid online that I feel is the best in the series. Definitely give this game a try. You won't be disappointed.

    Btw.... Captain John Price is the man.    … Expand
  33. OmarNassralla
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Although released annually and not much is new, MW3 is still fun and engaging especially the online multiplayer mode and the survival mode, the campaign is generic and feels boring although if u played MW2 and MW1 you'll be happy to see the story's ending with all your favourite characters back. All in all this game is worth the purchase if you like FPS's,Infinity Ward did they could inAlthough released annually and not much is new, MW3 is still fun and engaging especially the online multiplayer mode and the survival mode, the campaign is generic and feels boring although if u played MW2 and MW1 you'll be happy to see the story's ending with all your favourite characters back. All in all this game is worth the purchase if you like FPS's,Infinity Ward did they could in such a short time and with all the legal issues, but if u don't you better off choosing something else ( there are a lot of awesome games to choose from)… Expand
  34. cvgz
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    An overpriced content pack masquerading as a full fledged release. The dev teams involved although did do their best to deliver a functional game with new content despite the massive IW split, outside of this commendable merit this game warrants none.
  35. king8654
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    GREAT GAME! Been a fan since COD4, and gotta say each game has improved upon the previous. For some reason, Halo 1,2,3 and reach all get good reviews, and beside new guns n improved skins, same game. Counter strike was a HUGE HIT, and was a RESKINNED HALF LIFE, a MOD with no single player and still cost 25-30 bucks. Flamers rejoice, you've made a statement and given a great game anGREAT GAME! Been a fan since COD4, and gotta say each game has improved upon the previous. For some reason, Halo 1,2,3 and reach all get good reviews, and beside new guns n improved skins, same game. Counter strike was a HUGE HIT, and was a RESKINNED HALF LIFE, a MOD with no single player and still cost 25-30 bucks. Flamers rejoice, you've made a statement and given a great game an overall **** score for a personal vendetta.

    The graphics are better, the weapons are more balanced, maps are fun, online coop is entertaining, single player is a cinematic experience. Obviously the trolling is done by small little men who have no interest in expanding their gaming, but this is ridiculousness.    … Expand
  36. Eyebogey
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Great game, completely wipes away the flaw ridden Black Ops. Lovin it. The multiplayer is awesome and much more balanced than previous iterations. Requires a mix of styles to prevail in the multiplayer. Some glitches remain and the graphics are no great leap, but it's exactly what I want from a COD game. Great online fun and an OTT campaign.
  37. k1ingdingaling
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I do not know what game you guys are playing but this is def the best shooter of the year. I have played all the games in the Call of duty series and next to Cod 4 this is my favorite one. The graphics are great, single player and multiplayer is just simply amazing. The only upsetting issue is that call of duty elite is not up yet but it should be fixed shortly. If you think this isI do not know what game you guys are playing but this is def the best shooter of the year. I have played all the games in the Call of duty series and next to Cod 4 this is my favorite one. The graphics are great, single player and multiplayer is just simply amazing. The only upsetting issue is that call of duty elite is not up yet but it should be fixed shortly. If you think this is just a map pack for MW2 you have never played MW2. They fixed a lot of the issues with MW 2 shotguns are primary weapons not secondary and you cant get the RPG till your level 80 so it takes out some of the noobs running around with them. The new game type kill confirmed is a lot of fun. With this game type you do not have to worry about camping since you have to confirmed the kill by running over to get the dog tags. If you wish to win you have work as a team. Basically if you like FPS then this game is a must own wither it is for the multiplayer, single player, spec-ops or the new survival mode, this game is amazing. If you are giving this game anything less than a 9 as a rating your kidding yourself. BUY this game, play this game and you will not be disappointed!… Expand
  38. ge2dachopa
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    I read the Sledgehammer developer's request to review the game fairly, so here's mine from a non MP perspective:

    I'm not that big on multiplayer and played the original MW and MW2 previously. The short length of the previous campaigns had always bothered me but 4 HOURS?! I started playing for a few hours last night and have already reached the penultimate level. It doesn't feel right    I read the Sledgehammer developer's request to review the game fairly, so here's mine from a non MP perspective:

    I'm not that big on multiplayer and played the original MW and MW2 previously. The short length of the previous campaigns had always bothered me but 4 HOURS?! I started playing for a few hours last night and have already reached the penultimate level. It doesn't feel right spending £40 on a game, £10 for every hour played...

    I found the gameplay fun if repetitive, with some nice set pieces (forgetting about the insultingly cheap 'shock' scene that happens mid-game). From what I have heard the multiplayer has barely changed and frankly the single player game is decent enough but for the amount of time you'll spend playing it, it's just not worth it. I'm glad I can afford to blow that amount of cash on a single player game that expires after a matter of a few hours and a MP game that is the same as one I already own. Fun few hours mind, but should definitely have been DLC. Looking forward to Skyrim - same price and probably 50 times as long.    … Expand
  39. Nero4983
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Whats with all the hate? Most people are giving this insanely low reviews without having even playing the game. Give the game a chance, the single player is a bit underwhelming but the spec ops and multiplayer is outstanding.
  40. gtatus
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is alot little previous COD games - and I love it. Tweaks to make it better and more enjoyable for all skill levels. Best one of the series yet.
  41. buffduffdan
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    An amazing game that builds upon the brilliant franchise that has gone before it. Activision has tweaked and improved a lot of things resulting in a game that is even better then the 2 that came before!!
  42. Infinity21
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Looking at these reviews I had to respond. I believe what we have here is the Walmart syndrome where people hate you soley 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 campagn 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 soley 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 campagn 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 lonley at the top.

    Negatives- They took out some of the killstreaks like nuke. That was a major disapointment it really gave you something to strive for.
    They need a brush enviroment for snipping.    … Expand
  43. RMHANSEN
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I honestly think it's the fanboy of Battlefield 3 that's writing the crappy reviews. First off I think the game is fun I just got done beating the campaign which i think is amazing. Multiplayer it's fun but challanging which if you love a good challange then i would recommend it. Let me be honest Everyone on here giving a poor review isn't giving the game a chance if so I garenteedI honestly think it's the fanboy of Battlefield 3 that's writing the crappy reviews. First off I think the game is fun I just got done beating the campaign which i think is amazing. Multiplayer it's fun but challanging which if you love a good challange then i would recommend it. Let me be honest Everyone on here giving a poor review isn't giving the game a chance if so I garenteed either they have never played Modern Warfare 3 or is still playing Modern Warfare 3 i can honestly see flaws but why would anyone want a perfect game. at this moment Sledgehammer and infinity ward Thank you for making a great game and keep it up… Expand
  44. Brooksy107
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This is **** fun y is everyone hating, people don't what massive change like look what happened to black ops! It was too different and people starting to play mw2 more than black ops and mw3 just brings back the great memories of mw2 but 10 times better.
  45. nivek_nailgun
    Nov 11, 2011
    8
    The people giving this poor reviews are obviously haters, BF3 boosters, or both. Look, I've played these since the original run and as far as the single player goes, the mechanics haven't changed much (hit the 'trigger' opponent, move to next fight scene, ad nauseum; the AI could be improved also with it still reacting stupidly between friend and foe when they encounter one another) whichThe people giving this poor reviews are obviously haters, BF3 boosters, or both. Look, I've played these since the original run and as far as the single player goes, the mechanics haven't changed much (hit the 'trigger' opponent, move to next fight scene, ad nauseum; the AI could be improved also with it still reacting stupidly between friend and foe when they encounter one another) which is why I'm giving it 8/10. The single player story however, looks great and is still interesting enough to make you want to play it.
    But who's buying these simply for the campaign alone anyway? The multiplayer is the best out there, period. The framerate makes the game unmatched, yes even those who have supposedly introduced bigger and better engines (played 'the other guy' and didn't see what was so fabulous), along with the great upgrade system whereby you can truly make your playstyle your own. There is no 'right' or 'wrong' setup, but the one which works for you. The devs had said prior to release they're aiming at making it a gunbattle multiplayer moreso this time around and took out the complete dominance of airpower, and they did. The options are near limitless, and a lot of fun to explore. Then, the brilliant idea to keep the hook in: Elite. The fact that they're going to release one map per month is very smart, as what usually kills a game off is the lack of maps; I know it certainly is for me. Definite thumbs up there.

    So that is two games in one, but we're still forgetting a third: Spec Ops. These are a lot of fun also and they've improved far beyond what MW2 offered, as you now level up separately in Spec Ops with the bonuses from the missions contributing to the Survival mode. Very cool idea. Again, they've beaten the pants off it's braggart competitor, BF3 in this regard. I played and beat all of the missions in BF3 with little effort in a few hours. To make matters worse, if you want to unlock all the in game bonuses, you're forced to play through the BF spec ops missions again and again and again...ugh.

    The winner of that battle is clear cut, I believe. But this review isn't one game vs another (as they're two differing games that shouldn't be compared to begin with honestly, but I've drawn myself into the silly debate by offering my comments I suppose), it's about THIS game. To summarize: the single player mechanics are a letdown, as it's the same formula but the story is still fun to play through, which I recommend doing, especially if you've followed the series since the original MW. The multiplayer has ratcheted up the fun factor with a vast array of options, and the Spec Ops is well done, with both missions and survival mode. Giving this game a bad review simply isn't honest.
    Proves the old adage though, that when you're king of the hill everyone either loves you or hates you.

    Well done, IW/Activision, I look forward to the next one. :)    … Expand
  46. coffee
    Nov 12, 2011
    1
    In a word, YAWN. In a few words, more of the same. Nailing on the head exactly what this game is, an overpriced map pack. What else is there to say? How about for the love of God PLEEEEEEAAAAAASE stop making these #@*& games every year, Activision.
  47. Lawdude7777
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    I don't know what the hell is wrong with everybody. This game is fantastic. The graphics are much improved, the maps are fun, yet challenging and the campaign is a rollercoaster of thrills and 'Michael Bay-esque' set pieces. If even an ounce of you enjoyed anything remotely cool about the Modern Warfare or Blops games... then please buy this and stop the Battlefield 3 haters purposelyI don't know what the hell is wrong with everybody. This game is fantastic. The graphics are much improved, the maps are fun, yet challenging and the campaign is a rollercoaster of thrills and 'Michael Bay-esque' set pieces. If even an ounce of you enjoyed anything remotely cool about the Modern Warfare or Blops games... then please buy this and stop the Battlefield 3 haters purposely giving this game a bad score.… Expand
  48. TTalon
    Dec 23, 2011
    8
    This game is fun. The story mode is garbage, the Spec Ops mode is tedious and repetitive, but more days than not, this game is in my PS3. I have experienced every issue that has been mentioned here, and I still find the game more playable than Black Ops. I hardly ever die around a corner, or dump a magazine into someone for nothing. Is this the GotY? Hardly. Is there another game that IThis game is fun. The story mode is garbage, the Spec Ops mode is tedious and repetitive, but more days than not, this game is in my PS3. I have experienced every issue that has been mentioned here, and I still find the game more playable than Black Ops. I hardly ever die around a corner, or dump a magazine into someone for nothing. Is this the GotY? Hardly. Is there another game that I can turn on after a hard day at work and mindlessly immerse myself in? Nope. Honestly, I'm not sure what the majority of people expected this game to be. To me, CoD suddenly changing MWx would be like McDonalds suddenly topping a Big Mac with honey mustard. The MWx formula is working for Activision. People still wait at their local retailer until midnight to buy the latest release, and until people stop, they aren't going to change a thing.… Expand
  49. Mazegilliam
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    This game is freaking awesome. The graphics are sick and it still runs on 60 frames per second. the sound of the guns are super enhance and the movement of the character runs smooth. The campaign is sick it starts off exactly where mw2 ended and theres spec with tons of missions you could play with a partner and it also adds some story from the campaign. Also the online game play isThis game is freaking awesome. The graphics are sick and it still runs on 60 frames per second. the sound of the guns are super enhance and the movement of the character runs smooth. The campaign is sick it starts off exactly where mw2 ended and theres spec with tons of missions you could play with a partner and it also adds some story from the campaign. Also the online game play is fantastic with 16 new maps, new game modes, exclusive game modes to private matches, strike packages with new killstreaks, new perks, & new guns and old guns returning from the other mw games. If you are a die hard fan of CoD games for the stuff off and online you should get a copy of this game.… Expand
  50. Jonb2000
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    The graphics may be the same but it's graphical details is for more superior than battlefield. I doubt that any of these negative user reviews are from anyone that actually own the game.
  51. casablancer
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    To all you call of duty haters get a life. Your pathetic. Call of duty: Modern Warfare 3 is great. It hosts great sound, visuals and a addictive multiplayer. The campaign is longer than usual and lets players roam around various famous landmarks, ie; Paris and London. The story is breathtaking and concludes the trilogy really well. The cut scenes are just spectacular with edge of the seatTo all you call of duty haters get a life. Your pathetic. Call of duty: Modern Warfare 3 is great. It hosts great sound, visuals and a addictive multiplayer. The campaign is longer than usual and lets players roam around various famous landmarks, ie; Paris and London. The story is breathtaking and concludes the trilogy really well. The cut scenes are just spectacular with edge of the seat stuff. The multiplayer is amazing with more fast paced action.… Expand
  52. Robstyle
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I really was shocked at how fun this game is and What to give this game kudos!!! They made online fun and BALANCED!!!! The single player has me on the edge of my seat with so many OH WOW moments. Is the story sort of predictable a little yes. Is this game fun and worth picking up HELL YES!!! Even if you are not a fan of Call of Duty you will still find loads of fun and get a bang for yourI really was shocked at how fun this game is and What to give this game kudos!!! They made online fun and BALANCED!!!! The single player has me on the edge of my seat with so many OH WOW moments. Is the story sort of predictable a little yes. Is this game fun and worth picking up HELL YES!!! Even if you are not a fan of Call of Duty you will still find loads of fun and get a bang for your buck. If not don't hate on this game cause the Team did a really Excellent JOB!!! This is by far my favorite Call of Duty game. So I hope that those of you who pick it up Enjoy. Have a good one Yawl, and Happy Gaming.… Expand
  53. diggie118
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I cannot believe the idiots who have to hate on a great game! Go play BF3!! This game is as great as ever! The game just gets better and better!! I played every call of duty game starting with cod 2. And this multiplayer is so much fun and very addictive! I shouldn't need to waste my time typing this but all you haters can suck it!!
  54. vasco72
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    i Don't know how people can say this is a bad game, maybe they are just pissed of due to the excess of good games this november and have little money to buy it all, and so they look for an excuse to don't buy the game, what a shame.
    All i have to say is that the game is perfect, the gameplay is amazing, as all cod games, the story is very good and it ends this trilogy of modern warfare, so    i Don't know how people can say this is a bad game, maybe they are just pissed of due to the excess of good games this november and have little money to buy it all, and so they look for an excuse to don't buy the game, what a shame.
    All i have to say is that the game is perfect, the gameplay is amazing, as all cod games, the story is very good and it ends this trilogy of modern warfare, so the game as everything to be perfect, and if people think that a new cod game every year is bad they are wrong, because it is a new masterpiece that is is released every year, congrats activision and infinity ward, you are the best.    … Expand
  55. styto
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Overall I like this game. GFX engine is maybe 'dated' but when playing I can't tell, scenes, views, textures look awesome. A comparison tot a Michael Bay-film would hold up.

    Campaign has a nice plot and is longer then MW2. I enjoyed it a lot.

    I don't understand all the critics. If you like the military-action shooter gerne, you will definitly like this.
  56. juanjux
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Don't believe all the Battlefield trolls here. They are really angry (and I'm too, since I bought that mess of a game) because BF3 on the PS3 is such a BUGGY FAIL with the enormous input lag (http://getsatisfaction.com/battlefield3/topics/input_lag_on_ps3_large_number_of_people_affected & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XHf5NdLG-I ), the broken voice chat (Don't believe all the Battlefield trolls here. They are really angry (and I'm too, since I bought that mess of a game) because BF3 on the PS3 is such a BUGGY FAIL with the enormous input lag (http://getsatisfaction.com/battlefield3/topics/input_lag_on_ps3_large_number_of_people_affected & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XHf5NdLG-I ), the broken voice chat ( http://getsatisfaction.com/battlefield3/topics/voice_chat_issue ) and lots of other problems like splitting squads, broken connections and laggy "dedicated" servers.

    Now, to MW3. I've logged hundred of hours on MW2's multiplayer (read again: hundreds). Modern Warfare 3 is a net improvement over MW2. The graphics are better (not breathtakingly better, but better) is still super smooth 60FPS the gameplay is funny and thilling, the single player campaign is first class and yet they improved the multiplayer gameplay with:

    - Point streaks instead of killstreaks, rewarding playing the objectives and making people camp less.
    - Removed the camping-friendly nuclear bomb.
    - Removed some annoying perks like OMA
    - Nerfed the noobtubes
    - Less camping friendly maps
    - Less air support streaks and SAM turrets like the one in Black Ops
    - etc...

    So if you liked Modern Warfare 2 you'll like this even more becase it is like a perfected MW2. If you liked Black Ops on the PS3 this MW3 is 600p instead of the 544p of Black Ops.    … Expand
  57. DABVT
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I have had it with the Call of Duty trash talkers. You guys should be completely honest. You fakes are clearly trashing the score by putting a zero just because. This game is awesome (and yes I love COD, but I also love Battlefield ((got the Limited Edition)) and most FPS for that matter) , so seriously lets counterbalance the unfair and completely inaccurate negative reviews that haveI have had it with the Call of Duty trash talkers. You guys should be completely honest. You fakes are clearly trashing the score by putting a zero just because. This game is awesome (and yes I love COD, but I also love Battlefield ((got the Limited Edition)) and most FPS for that matter) , so seriously lets counterbalance the unfair and completely inaccurate negative reviews that have been heaped on this game! Support the epic MW3 vote 10!… Expand
  58. Pajamabob
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    Don't listen to the haters! This score people give this game is not what it deserves. Of course it has its flaws. Every game has it flaws. This game has an epic campaign, an even more epic co-op survival and spec ops mode and multiplayer has been completely re-balanced. The graphics had a nice upgrade and this is still the most fast-paced, smooth and best gun-on-gun action you can get onDon't listen to the haters! This score people give this game is not what it deserves. Of course it has its flaws. Every game has it flaws. This game has an epic campaign, an even more epic co-op survival and spec ops mode and multiplayer has been completely re-balanced. The graphics had a nice upgrade and this is still the most fast-paced, smooth and best gun-on-gun action you can get on PS3. It does not feel like MW 2.5. It's an entirely new game. The only downside to the game is that the maps don't have the flair they had in MW2, but with so much content coming out over the coming year, I wouldn't worry too much about that. This is just a game you can't miss. And stop comparing it to Battlefield3, it's an completely different experience.… Expand
  59. snadragon
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    Clearly there is some bias in the reviewers here. They improved upon everything while not making it perfect it has hundreds of hours of fps fun. The campaign while it doesn't make perfect sense is a blast to play and much more fun than battlefields all Iran campaign. The special ops are quite a bit of co-op fun and the multiplayer is the best its ever been. I also assume a lot of these 0Clearly there is some bias in the reviewers here. They improved upon everything while not making it perfect it has hundreds of hours of fps fun. The campaign while it doesn't make perfect sense is a blast to play and much more fun than battlefields all Iran campaign. The special ops are quite a bit of co-op fun and the multiplayer is the best its ever been. I also assume a lot of these 0 reviews didn't actually play the game. 9/10… Expand
  60. asdfgh
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    It's not terrible by any means, however, it is frustrating to see a once great series that contains two of my favourite games of all time (CoD 2 & 4) fail to change. Yes, it's the same moderate quality textures, same unrealistic and pathetic gun sounds, same single player thats as linear as the line y=x., and that's a real shame. Activision's desire for a yearly release gives theIt's not terrible by any means, however, it is frustrating to see a once great series that contains two of my favourite games of all time (CoD 2 & 4) fail to change. Yes, it's the same moderate quality textures, same unrealistic and pathetic gun sounds, same single player thats as linear as the line y=x., and that's a real shame. Activision's desire for a yearly release gives the developers no time for any real innovation or enough time for a new engine, this is what lets down this game. It's no longer fun to pay for a brand new game, along with 3 compulsory map packs or the elite subscription if you wish to avoid being 'kicked' from MP games, its becoming greedy. The included maps are tacky, small and repedative from my experience on them, and alas, it is clear that IW haven't listened to fans as the dreaded 'Noob Tube' returns as an early unlock which is perhaps my least favourite thing about call of duty. Graphics (7.5/10): Perhaps not as good as MW2, but a clear step up from Black Ops, the engine however doesn't allow for the dynamic lighting that some rivals to this franchise and the textures are clearly copy and pasted from earlier games. As usual, the guns look great themselves, the few high quality textures are devoted to firearms which look much better than anything else, albeit, not quite as good as BF3. One thing I really like is the 60fps, it leaves the game play smooth at all times, and never seems to dip.

    Sound (1/10): Pathetic is the only way to describe them, unrealistic and completely wrong gun sounds return. There are also no dynamic sounds, so a sniper rifle on the other side of a map, 3 blocks away, sounds the same as if it were 5 metres away. Very, very dissappointing.

    Multiplayer (4/10): A quote from MW2: "Same stuff, different day", which is a perfect description of the multiplayer aspect of MW3....its nearly IDENTICAL! Some different guns, some not, same sounds, slightly redesigned maps, same game modes practically. There is a huge hype behind "Kill Confirmed" mode, which would be great for a communicating team, however, I'm told that this has been taken from Crysis 2 (not 100% sure on that) plus a slightly different version of CTF. These add little to the game. The same stupid killsteaks, including the annoying Juggernaught that appeared in spec ops last time. Again, in a few months time, be prepared to shell out US$15/$AU23 for the first of 3 map packs that if avoided will see you kicked from every server (or $50 for the elite service). The maps too, all seem identical bar the NYC map, which, combined with the tiny size ( 6 players per team max usually and the playing area is tiny) leaves one bored VERY quickly. Ah yes, to allow for new and unskilled players, noob tube returns from its nerfing in Black Ops to again leave me wanting to tear my hair out in frustration. "Quickscoping", another frustrating 'innovation' has returned to haunt me, an exploit of the over-helpful aim assist. The P2P servers are a clear step down from dedicated ones, they limit the number of players and lag like hell in Australia, I hate it, it's not as fun as past games.

    Offline (3/10): Meh, another over the top, unoriginal story. Unbelievably short, finished on easy in 4 and half hours, contrary to most "professional" critics who say it takes 8. However, at least IW tried to do something new with a rip off of zombies along with some more co-op spec ops, however, no co-op will ever compare to Treyarch's Zombies. As a whole, the offline component appears half baked and tired.

    Overall, I was going to give this game 6 or 7 out of 10, however seeing as its part of a series, it is a rediculous copy of the last one, hence its low rating. The "professional" critics who raved so highly need to get a grip and loose their bias, as a once CoD fanboy myself, I am very disappointed and will be trying out BF3 in the near future as I return this 'new' game. A pathetic money grab, if you enjoy CoD, play MW2 or MW1, they're by far better than this.    … Expand
  61. zII-Shadow-IIz
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Its impossible to ignore all the unfair hate that is being written by users. But the game really is amazing and I appreciate all the hard work that went into to the game, especially the campaign. Seriously the campaign is jaw dropping and filled with moments that are unforgettable. The fun Special Ops mode makes its second return and its just as great as ever with the new Survival modeIts impossible to ignore all the unfair hate that is being written by users. But the game really is amazing and I appreciate all the hard work that went into to the game, especially the campaign. Seriously the campaign is jaw dropping and filled with moments that are unforgettable. The fun Special Ops mode makes its second return and its just as great as ever with the new Survival mode that will surely make you return for more. Last but not least is the Multiplayer, the heart and soul of the series, with 16 new and impressive maps tons of new weapons, the new Strike Packages, Perks, attachments, equipment and challenges it makes for a fun experience that has almost unlimited replayability, even when the multiplayer gets chaotic and sometimes frustrating it still remains as the best Multiplayer Call of Duty has ever had. The graphics, despite being on the same engine, still holds up very well today, there are a few blurry textures when you get up close but its no big deal and the amount of detail is second to none. MW3 doesn't make any huge changes but it doesn't really need one, all of the small changes just help the game become closer to becoming one of the best Multiplayer shooters of all time. Great job Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games!… Expand
  62. capiti
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    10 it is!

    great game. These little kids have nothing better to do. come on! 1.5 for this game? Not even E.T. from atari got a score lie this I bet!

    Grow up bf3 fan boys!
  63. Chewiejds
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    This game is far from disappointing! It's downright amazing. When taken as a separate game apart from other call of duties, it would probably be one of the best games out there. Thrilling single player with epic set pieces shine in front of a sometimes confusing story. The action is really what matters though, and it is great. Fast, frenetic, and fun! Shooting is more realistic with aThis game is far from disappointing! It's downright amazing. When taken as a separate game apart from other call of duties, it would probably be one of the best games out there. Thrilling single player with epic set pieces shine in front of a sometimes confusing story. The action is really what matters though, and it is great. Fast, frenetic, and fun! Shooting is more realistic with a greater kickback in some guns, and faster more realistic kills. The Multiplayer remains just as fast paced, fun, and addicting as ever, and veterans of the series who are here for just multiplayer are sure to be happy. New modes and small additions like the leveling of separate guns are added, and this time around you'll have to reach level 80 to prestige; a great addition for those who don't want to prestige and just want to keep on leveling. The problem lies in the fact that this isn't a game separate from all of the other call of duties and its value suffers from it. After annual call of duties for over 5 years the core gameplay remains largely the same. No new innovations. Nothing is done to say, "Hey! This game is going to change the way we see the FPS genre!" Not every game has to do that, but since this is an annual game, it really hurts the value. If you haven't bought the other, much better, more innovative games that have come out this year like Skyrim, Zelda, Uncharted, Gears, Rayman, Infamous or whatever, do yourself a favor. Get those instead and make yourself a better gamer. Fact is, There's no good reason to buy this if you bought black ops last year, but if you caved, to play with friends like I did, then there's no doubt you are in for a wild ride, and hours of fun!… Expand
  64. Da3dalus
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I'll keep it short and sweet. MW3 is a fantastic shooter both offline and online. It has tons of replay value and its action packed, but it a more Hollywood style fashion. That's why I love it, I own BF3 also. But I've been spending more time with MW3 because of its proven formula, I'm 26 years old and started out on games like Quake Deathmatch, Quake 2, Action Quake 2 ect.

    The roots of    I'll keep it short and sweet. MW3 is a fantastic shooter both offline and online. It has tons of replay value and its action packed, but it a more Hollywood style fashion. That's why I love it, I own BF3 also. But I've been spending more time with MW3 because of its proven formula, I'm 26 years old and started out on games like Quake Deathmatch, Quake 2, Action Quake 2 ect.

    The roots of this engine (though its probably been modified enough to call its own now) are from ID's masterpiece. Its fast, the netcode is great, it just works and it runs at smooth as silk frame rate.

    Just enjoy it, its fun. Thats what COD is about, I don't have time to screw around with the details, I just want to plug it in, and kill **** The tactical side is there when I want it.    … Expand
  65. SpawnyGet
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Great end to a great game...what were these people expecting?

    How could they totally re-envisage the game to be different on the last segment of a game trilogy? This flows from the previous chapter and I wouldn't have expected anything else!

    Well done to all! Saying that I'm expecting great thing from the next one...innovations in abundance!
  66. MWD2490
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is not that bad as the user score says. I don't think it is a perfect game but I am hoping to offset the user score a bit by giving it a 10. It is pretty fun game. It has a good co-op mode that uses splitscreen multiplayer that battlefield 3 does not have at all. You can take a friend online with you which I think is a great feature. I know that it has been in previous games butThis game is not that bad as the user score says. I don't think it is a perfect game but I am hoping to offset the user score a bit by giving it a 10. It is pretty fun game. It has a good co-op mode that uses splitscreen multiplayer that battlefield 3 does not have at all. You can take a friend online with you which I think is a great feature. I know that it has been in previous games but this is where COD has an advantage over Battlefield. The online is fun and single player is good as well. That is why I don't think the user score is deserved. I can't compare it to previous games since I didn't play many previous COD games but a fps cannot change that much. The online cannot change from game to game in my opinion unless a new mode or different point system is implemented. I think the only things that can change are the campaign and single player modes. I don't know how people can ask for a lot of change from one fps game to the next that is not really story driven. Also by madden or any sports game, I don't buy the game every single year but wait a few years between each game for major changes to happen.… Expand
  67. docemorte
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is not a 10, is an 8, but you all must grow up 2.2 is an unfair score for the game.
    I am loving the single player, is fast paced and fun, and the multi player is fun to. So my score is 8 but to compensate the low score i will give it a 10.
  68. Bosefus123
    Nov 8, 2011
    5
    MW3 doesn't feel like anything ground breaking and the maps are very arena like. MW2 may have been a cluster fack, but when it came out everything in it was new and exciting, you cannot say the same about MW3. I don't see this game lasting long before people start looking forward to Treyarch's installment next year.
  69. Supergrasser
    Nov 11, 2011
    1
    Though the story seems different, really it's just the same thing, again and again. No new change in graphics, even half of the guns are re-used. It is essentially a DLC for MW2.
  70. REDSIPERAS
    Nov 9, 2011
    1
    This is just a map pack for modern warfare 2.....and a new campaign.....whoopdy doo....This is enough that that has to be said. ):
  71. korndawggg
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    This game is not a 10 out of 10, but its not a 2.8 either. All of these 0's are trolling at its finest. Sure this game is largly similar to the last few iterations, but the games this slightly improves upon is a great game. Why fix somthing if it isn't broken? That said, the improvments made are (mostly) welcome ones. The campaign brings a satisfying conclusion to a story started 4 yearsThis game is not a 10 out of 10, but its not a 2.8 either. All of these 0's are trolling at its finest. Sure this game is largly similar to the last few iterations, but the games this slightly improves upon is a great game. Why fix somthing if it isn't broken? That said, the improvments made are (mostly) welcome ones. The campaign brings a satisfying conclusion to a story started 4 years ago. It includes the big budget stunts and set pieces that we've come to expect from CoD. Every explosion is bigger and every set piece is more exciting. I have never been a huge fan of CoD multiplayer, but MW2 was perfection incarnate. With MW3 every map, weapon, and perk seem to favor fast, twitch response gameplay over the larger, more deliberate maps and "Play how you want" mentality of MW2's customization options and I find that disappointing.

    The new survival game mode is the normal horde mode with a CoD twist. Adding CoD's frantic, sweat enducing gameplay to a tried and true mode of many other games. This isn't the greatest game ever, maybe not the greatest CoD, but what new aspects it brings to the table, the hard work of the makers of the game, and the innovation the series has brought to it's genre are not deserving of the 0's people have given it because they want to send a message, or they want to show everyone they aren't part of the crowd, or just out of boerdom. CoD doesnt deseve this, Infinity Ward doesnt deserve this, potential buyers dont deserve this, and Activision? well maybe Activision does deserve this.    … Expand
  72. FADCshades
    Nov 12, 2011
    1
    Here you go, Activision and all involved in this title's release -- you get a one for trying. I can see that all of the folks that you hired put in an A-worthy effort here. It takes a lot of skill to touch up a previous release's graphics, add some maps, and call it a day. Who needs innovation when you can join the ranks of EA and ignore gaping holes in your game-play as you "remaster"Here you go, Activision and all involved in this title's release -- you get a one for trying. I can see that all of the folks that you hired put in an A-worthy effort here. It takes a lot of skill to touch up a previous release's graphics, add some maps, and call it a day. Who needs innovation when you can join the ranks of EA and ignore gaping holes in your game-play as you "remaster" your work? Who wants a new game-play experience when you can hide behind your franchise name and dupe millions into buying a two-year-old sans a few tweaks? Let the sales do the talking; let the sales do the guiding. Those green-colored glasses will surely help you develop the next sixty dollar map pack.

    All sarcasm aside, it sickens me as a gaming connoisseur that a company can beat a dead horse and flee the scene with millions of dollars. Those millions of dollars would be better off in the hands of developers who actually know what they are doing. Shame on Activision, and shame on all of the people who think that this game is worth anything more than the series' previous iterations.    … Expand
  73. ZyloWolfBane
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    More like MW2.5

    Elite didnt even work on day one and neither did the multiplayer, I waited in line for 4 hours to get my copy only to come home and have the servers be down, just like when I got MW2. And then they were down AGAIN the following morning. Meanwhile they still want $50 for a years worth of elite service that takes alot of things that most companies offer for FREE like    More like MW2.5

    Elite didnt even work on day one and neither did the multiplayer, I waited in line for 4 hours to get my copy only to come home and have the servers be down, just like when I got MW2.

    And then they were down AGAIN the following morning.

    Meanwhile they still want $50 for a years worth of elite service that takes alot of things that most companies offer for FREE like DICE or Bungie do, and the whole multiplayer is a pure cut/paste of MW2, and they're trying to pawn the newer features like strike packages (Classes anyone?) and weapon progression based on your usage of the weapon (Like battlefield!).

    If they want this series to stay strong they need to take the first step and do something original like when they first released MW1 because right now its getting sad.

    Case and point this was an overpriced expansion pack, and if their map pack prices were any indication they definitely arent strangers to ripping people off.    … Expand
  74. swahilikongen
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    This is not mw3 but mw2.5! The quick scooping is back well as noob tubers and last stand :-( the ps3 version is bad :-( plus the call of duty elite service dos not work. I wish I could get my money back
  75. James112358
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    This game deserved no hype. It is Modern Warfare 2, plus...... a new campaign and a new game mode. This is unfair to have a yearly game that literally doesn't change year to year. So bad and disgusting that the put this crap out there sickens me.
  76. memske
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Let's spend minimal effort changing our game from the previous iteration. Make a new campaign that is lack luster at best. Doesn't compare to the current generation of games in the graphics/audio departments.

    Basically just trying to keep a franchise alive with minimal effort, yet charging full price. Pathetic.
  77. JiggyJoe
    Nov 9, 2011
    2
    Just to keep it simple, I bought the game, and returned it two days later for full price. The game is literally the same game we have been playing since Modern Warfare 2, which was just slightly tweaked from Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. I feel into what most people did with this game, was the mainstream hype and peer pressure from friends who were also buying the game. I have been aJust to keep it simple, I bought the game, and returned it two days later for full price. The game is literally the same game we have been playing since Modern Warfare 2, which was just slightly tweaked from Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. I feel into what most people did with this game, was the mainstream hype and peer pressure from friends who were also buying the game. I have been a long time fan of the Call of Duty series, possibly playing more than majority of the massive fan base that it has now. I now realize that I will not support another call of duty game until they change the formula, or go back to their old roots. The game isn't terrible if you're a die hard supporter of Call of Duty, but those who want it to be something other than a copy and pasted version of Modern Warfare 2 will have to wait until Infinity Ward breaks away from the chains of the Corporate greed of Activision.… Expand
  78. Swolern
    Nov 9, 2011
    1
    I am a long term COD fan that has bought every COD game on release day. MW3 is a different story. Im very dissapointed. Its a shame that greedy Activision that has made soooooo much money, doesn't try on their games anymore. They are just selling the name! This game looks like a map pack to MW2 and has very outdated graphics!

    The only reason I didn't give it a zero is cause I love what MW    I am a long term COD fan that has bought every COD game on release day. MW3 is a different story. Im very dissapointed. Its a shame that greedy Activision that has made soooooo much money, doesn't try on their games anymore. They are just selling the name! This game looks like a map pack to MW2 and has very outdated graphics!

    The only reason I didn't give it a zero is cause I love what MW used to be, Innovative!    … Expand
  79. Gayben
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Biggest dissapointment this year. The multiplayer looks and plays exactly like MW2 very little changes were made. When playing the multiplayer you may notice some things are taken right our of the Modern Warfare 2 multiplayer maps. If you didn't get sick of the second Modern Warfare you may actually enjoy this one if you don't mind paying 60 dollars for some new maps and guns.
  80. qwazy
    Nov 9, 2011
    4
    I personally play this franchise for the multiplayer aspect solely, and I must say that it's a bit of a let down. The graphics engine looks out of date compared to some of the more recent shooters, including Black Ops (textures, frame rate, smoothing, animation). The flash kills happen far to quickly (usually from one or two bullets in any body part, making or no intense fire fightingI personally play this franchise for the multiplayer aspect solely, and I must say that it's a bit of a let down. The graphics engine looks out of date compared to some of the more recent shooters, including Black Ops (textures, frame rate, smoothing, animation). The flash kills happen far to quickly (usually from one or two bullets in any body part, making or no intense fire fighting found in previous games), poor spawn point drops, and lack of features found in other games is hard to wrap my head around. Did the other games feel like an expansion with more levels, weapons, and moves? Yes. Does this game feel like it actually took more away then it added? Yes. Also, I did pay or COD Elite with high hopes; however, I am disappointed in that also. Honestly, if you knew the game would sell that many copies, with that much hype, and that many pre-orders.... Expect a lot of traffic. Having voice chat constantly cutting out, lobbies drop, spec ops not work past the 1st level online, and Elite itself be down on launch just sours the experience. And please don't say it is a users connection speed, because nothing is worse then having almost 100mb download and 10mb upload, and still have a game choke. This game feels like it should have came out years ago and not holiday 2011. If I could go back and save my $100, I would. With Skyrim on it's way and other excellent titles this year, this game feels over shadowed.… Expand
  81. DirtyMexicans
    Nov 9, 2011
    2
    MW3 proves that Infinity Ward is a very untalented developer. Graphics wise, you wont notice the difference from MW2. Singleplay is average. It has the same cliched moments over and over again, the A.I is just as bloody stupid as ever, with team mates made to look like they are shooting at the enemy, but are actually shoting at nothing, leaving you pretty much by yourself having to doMW3 proves that Infinity Ward is a very untalented developer. Graphics wise, you wont notice the difference from MW2. Singleplay is average. It has the same cliched moments over and over again, the A.I is just as bloody stupid as ever, with team mates made to look like they are shooting at the enemy, but are actually shoting at nothing, leaving you pretty much by yourself having to do everything yourself. The Map designs are generic, its all been seen before. The Sound effects are good, but can get very, very annoying. Guns don't sound realistic, I would know I'm in the army. Its like a Michael Bay movie, explosives everywhere and alot of action, but my god is the story different no.

    Multiplayer is the worst part about the game. It feels like a Map pack to MW2, the maps have the same basic design, You will constantly respawn in front of enemies, You can still shoot through thick steel or brick walls but can't shoot through paper thin materials or thin wood. The Perks are pretty much all the same. Killstreak system is different a bit, but my god, you don't feel rewarded in any way cause the killstreaks are handed out like your at some charity event. The Guns are very unbalanced, with some guns having very little fire power then others. The Attachments are very much the same. Its full of cheaters.

    There was no effort put into this game, recyled material, untalented developer team who just physically can't think of anything new to do to the series.

    All I can say is, if anyone actually still buys MW3 after reading all the negetive reviews, then they are a very boring bunch of people who want to play the same thing over and over again. There are way better games out there to play then this cheap peice of crap. I couldn't find many positives about this game, the voice acting was good and the multiplayer had some fun moments at the start, but I really couldn't believe how fast this game got boring. Feels like the multiplayer is more about getting killstreaks for yourself, the game does not encourage team work at all. Haven't played the BF3 singleplayer yet, but the Multiplayer is 100 times better then MW3 and way better then any other multiplayer i've ever player, get BF3 or just start player MW1 or 2 again, atleast you can get more fun out of those games. DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY.    … Expand
  82. sonicmask
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    After playing all the great games that have come out this year, UNCHARTED BEING KING, This has to be the worst since black ops and mw2. Nothing has changed. still putting me to sleep. COME ON IW!
  83. strazimiri
    Nov 9, 2011
    3
    Going to keep this short because the developers didn't take their time either. This is Call of Duty, the franchise beginnings brought a spark of life to the then dry FPS market. I remember playing the original call of duty for hour on end, I even participated in a great team and won several tournaments. Theres always a feeling of nostalgia when i think of that game...and then theres MW...Going to keep this short because the developers didn't take their time either. This is Call of Duty, the franchise beginnings brought a spark of life to the then dry FPS market. I remember playing the original call of duty for hour on end, I even participated in a great team and won several tournaments. Theres always a feeling of nostalgia when i think of that game...and then theres MW...

    Yes MW was great. It was a game changer for the franchise, with many industry changing features, it set the bar quite high. But that was 2007. And today we basically stall have the exact same game. A little bit of tweaking around the engine, little more complex models and a rock steady 60FPS. The game hasn't changed much. If you've played a MW game in the past you've played MW3... Im a huge COD fan, since day one the original came out, theres not many people that have been with the franchise that long but this is a disappointment. And honestly, who cares about single player, games like this are made to be played in competition, how can anyone enjoy the story when its so ridiculous and set piece after set piece. C'mon infinity ward. I could tell you slacked off the moment i ranked up to level 2 and heard that same annoying heavy metal jingle I've been hearing since 2007--- and every other sound, menu, animation, perks, kill streaks, etc....

    -Good balances have been made in online gameplay.

    -Maps are designed for PC and not console controllers.

    -Engine is fast but f*cking ugly. (why are u still trying with that hideously implemented depth of field IW?)

    -Feels like an overall hack job.

    Il be playing BF3, enjoying its amazing sound design, looks, and over all diversity of gameplay. The meta score says something IW, stop begging people over twitter to vote higher.    … Expand
  84. azzero
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    It's not that the game is bad,just same old....everything....I felt like black ops at least had some small improvements, but this is a big step backwards....too many better games the year to worry about MW3...too bad I already bought it, should have read Metacritic reader reviews first... Also,hate how ps3 gets to wait a month for map packs,yet they have no problem taking my $60...theIt's not that the game is bad,just same old....everything....I felt like black ops at least had some small improvements, but this is a big step backwards....too many better games the year to worry about MW3...too bad I already bought it, should have read Metacritic reader reviews first... Also,hate how ps3 gets to wait a month for map packs,yet they have no problem taking my $60...the solution since I like the PS3 better, never buy a game from this company...these can't stay on top forever...mw3 might be the first nail in the call of duty coffin....… Expand
  85. Game-Reviewer
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Re-Hashed and regurgetated mw2

    Ran through the story line in 1 hr and 25 minutes.

    Online already hacked, full of cheaters.

    Not worth the 65 bucks.
  86. brofessoroak
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    War. War never changes. So that means we can continue to repackage the same fermenting piece of **** each year without improving or changing anything right? Of course we can because our fans are mindless middle schoolers with low expectations. This game is awful, but you didn't need me to tell you that. It is everything that a sequel shouldn't be. A shorter and less satisfying rompWar. War never changes. So that means we can continue to repackage the same fermenting piece of **** each year without improving or changing anything right? Of course we can because our fans are mindless middle schoolers with low expectations. This game is awful, but you didn't need me to tell you that. It is everything that a sequel shouldn't be. A shorter and less satisfying romp that feels more like an expansion pack than a $60 full fledged progression for the series.… Expand
  87. sparta1821
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    So much hype for a game that turned out to be an expansion pack, modern warfare was a great game yet every other cod game released after that has been EXACTLY the same, the game just feels so dated and tired, graphics have not changed at all, nothing has been added to the physics or lighting, and the kill streaks are pretty much the same apart for afew new additions. Look at the effort EASo much hype for a game that turned out to be an expansion pack, modern warfare was a great game yet every other cod game released after that has been EXACTLY the same, the game just feels so dated and tired, graphics have not changed at all, nothing has been added to the physics or lighting, and the kill streaks are pretty much the same apart for afew new additions. Look at the effort EA have put into battlefield 3, there is nothing modern about modern warfare 3, and this game did not at all deserve my 79 bux.… Expand
  88. linkboie
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Everyone that said it is a the same as MW2 is an idiot or hasn't played the game, the only thing the same is the graphics, new campaign, new spec ops, new multiplayer features and the graphics make all the difference? Get real everyone.
  89. MrBlowinUp
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Some say that this game is the same as modern warfare 2 but it is and isnt at the same time. It is still a fun and engaging multiplayer and campaign, and has a lot of small tweaks making the games very different and this game is so polished and controls are so tight that it rises above all call of dutys before it. For that I applaud and give this game a perfect score. And before you saySome say that this game is the same as modern warfare 2 but it is and isnt at the same time. It is still a fun and engaging multiplayer and campaign, and has a lot of small tweaks making the games very different and this game is so polished and controls are so tight that it rises above all call of dutys before it. For that I applaud and give this game a perfect score. And before you say I'm a fanboy, I wasnt picking this game up until some urges from my cousin but i've been COD for a minute. Now I'm glad i picked it up.… Expand
  90. Mackins
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    This game is truly awful online due to SledgeHammer Games and their ridiculous map design, whoever let those fools onboard should be fired immediately. The maps feel like they got a small area, then let a CPU generate the buildings and clutter that is everywhere. There's no flow, no style and no substance with them. They encourage quick scoping with snipers because they've ruined it for usThis game is truly awful online due to SledgeHammer Games and their ridiculous map design, whoever let those fools onboard should be fired immediately. The maps feel like they got a small area, then let a CPU generate the buildings and clutter that is everywhere. There's no flow, no style and no substance with them. They encourage quick scoping with snipers because they've ruined it for us by deliberately taking away any lines of sight or distance and even admit to it in an interview. There is no strategy or choke points, it's all just headless rushing around the labyrinth like maps. You spawn so close to each other that there is no time to make a plan with your team mates.
    I've sold it on already and a big eff you SledgeHammer for destroying Modern Warfare!    … Expand
  91. dragulaAC
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    If you enjoyed mw2, then you'll enjoy this one. You dont mess with sucess. It seems like some bf3 trolls made their way over here, because the game is better than a 1 or 2...
    The game is way smoother and polished than bf3. The lvls are appropriately sized for the amt of players. It about comes down to if you want to b rambo, or a camper. Camping is ok and all, but in a video game it    If you enjoyed mw2, then you'll enjoy this one. You dont mess with sucess. It seems like some bf3 trolls made their way over here, because the game is better than a 1 or 2...
    The game is way smoother and polished than bf3. The lvls are appropriately sized for the amt of players. It about comes down to if you want to b rambo, or a camper. Camping is ok and all, but in a video game it gets old for me.    … Expand
  92. smashed-badger
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Single player is very short (beat it in 5 hours 40mins on hardened) and totally throw away. There are too many turret/on-rails sequences and the stealth sections allow for very little improvisation. However no other game can rival its coop and multiplayer modes.
  93. gto503us
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Idk why people are talking so much crap about the game the game is **** great i love it so far is just giving the people a chance to help their teams do better and with all the new strike and support package there is only 2 things that i don't like is that u die too quick when u get shot and why in the world u dont put the Dominican Flag in there wit the other flags too please is itIdk why people are talking so much crap about the game the game is **** great i love it so far is just giving the people a chance to help their teams do better and with all the new strike and support package there is only 2 things that i don't like is that u die too quick when u get shot and why in the world u dont put the Dominican Flag in there wit the other flags too please is it something u can put in a dlc we all Dominicans that play will appreciate it… Expand
  94. SHANE523
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    Campaign - Nothing new. Same style missions as previous CODs. Online - You would think that they would work on some of the previous issues from past CODs but no. They slap the same old network code, cut and paste, and the players still pay for it. Yes there are some new features in the multiplayer, great. What about the host migration issues? What about the horrible latency issues? TheCampaign - Nothing new. Same style missions as previous CODs. Online - You would think that they would work on some of the previous issues from past CODs but no. They slap the same old network code, cut and paste, and the players still pay for it. Yes there are some new features in the multiplayer, great. What about the host migration issues? What about the horrible latency issues? The matchmaking is horrible. The fact that after all of the complaints about having split screen online causing lag they keep it in and don't change anything. I am a gamer, I don't care what game, if I like it I like it. Is it a good game? Yes. But is basically the same game with a couple extra features. Since there is nothing ground breaking I cannot give it a better score.… Expand
  95. Radigga
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Call of Duty is Call of duty end of story. To go into this game thinking it is going to be any different is completely foolish and to be mad that it is not anything any different is just childish. Here is what I know, this series has been solid since Modern Warefare has only been polished multiple times over until it is now the best in its class. I love all FPS, I even loved Homefront. MW3Call of Duty is Call of duty end of story. To go into this game thinking it is going to be any different is completely foolish and to be mad that it is not anything any different is just childish. Here is what I know, this series has been solid since Modern Warefare has only been polished multiple times over until it is now the best in its class. I love all FPS, I even loved Homefront. MW3 is what the best of this genre can bring and at a consistent 60fps with 1080p output.… Expand
  96. DominationKG
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Call of Duty: MW3 delivers some strong, fun gameplay and is fresh with it's graphics. It may contain some past features like the same engine and the same gameplay from previous COD games but it's the COD you know and love. The campaign story is interesting and cinematic but it isn't the best out there but it's still great. The multiplayer is the best of the package and is incrediblyCall of Duty: MW3 delivers some strong, fun gameplay and is fresh with it's graphics. It may contain some past features like the same engine and the same gameplay from previous COD games but it's the COD you know and love. The campaign story is interesting and cinematic but it isn't the best out there but it's still great. The multiplayer is the best of the package and is incredibly addicting with its 80 ranks. Spec Ops is still fun as ever with some new maps and new challenges. Survival Mode is great as well and with it's Zombies like waves of endless enemy's who get stronger by the wave. It has fun weapons and cool equipment you can use for surviving each and every wave. MW3 itself is quite underrated but it is a great game that will leave you at the hands of a controller for hours and hours. If you enjoy fun and entertaining shooters then this is the package for you. Grab a copy!… Expand
  97. Nikliz
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Black Ops was great, but this game doesn't deliver anything new except from the new maps, perks, fix expansion that brings to the table. Once the Elite runs out the maps are gone as well.
    MW2.5 fits the name of the game. I passed on this game I borrowed from a friends, I did the right thing to pass this game. BO did an awesome job at balancing kill streaks and game play. I would say this    Black Ops was great, but this game doesn't deliver anything new except from the new maps, perks, fix expansion that brings to the table. Once the Elite runs out the maps are gone as well.
    MW2.5 fits the name of the game. I passed on this game I borrowed from a friends, I did the right thing to pass this game. BO did an awesome job at balancing kill streaks and game play. I would say this is one of the worse of the serious. Short campaign. Kills streak system is worse than before. Allowing you to reset the kill streaks after you reach them all three. Kills with kill streaks counts towards your next kill streak. So basically you don't have to die to regain them. Other words this game isn't challenging anymore and doesn't offer anything fresh. Is true the engine might be re touch a little, but you can't really tell. This game fails at bringing something new on the table. Critics might say is worth it but from a player stand point is one to let go. At least treyarch did great at releasing something fresh and new last year.    … Expand
  98. Hugodoy
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    Seriously? Recycling buildings, sounds, animation loops and a formula that was "new" two years ago in a so called FRANCHISE. Please, get some real work done here. It´s almost abusive to pay so much money for a game that really feels like a bad DLC of MW2. At least they had the decency to not include an online pass for the game, reason why i didn´t rate the gameSeriously? Recycling buildings, sounds, animation loops and a formula that was "new" two years ago in a so called FRANCHISE. Please, get some real work done here. It´s almost abusive to pay so much money for a game that really feels like a bad DLC of MW2. At least they had the decency to not include an online pass for the game, reason why i didn´t rate the game with a 1,0.
    In the other hand that campaign is impressive... ok, i´ll give the game a 3.0    … Expand
  99. 8lackandwhit3
    Nov 10, 2011
    7
    A big "LOL" at all the negativity in these reviews. For starters, I will be the first to say that no, MW3 is not revolutionary by any stretch of the imagination. It doesn't deviate from its predecessor in many noticeable facets. However, it's not MEANT to. While that sounds lazy on paper, and may cause some "I feel like I've done this before" moments as already stated by others, let's allA big "LOL" at all the negativity in these reviews. For starters, I will be the first to say that no, MW3 is not revolutionary by any stretch of the imagination. It doesn't deviate from its predecessor in many noticeable facets. However, it's not MEANT to. While that sounds lazy on paper, and may cause some "I feel like I've done this before" moments as already stated by others, let's all be mature adults and give the game a realistic score not based entirely out of being butthurt because you were silly and expected this to be a completely different game. MW3 is not a 0, or a 1, or anything on the lower end. Infinity Ward put time into this game, and while they may not have reinvented the wheel, they tweaked the things that worked for the first two games to make them BETTER. And I, for one, am completely okay with that.

    Bottom line: If you want innovation, look elsewhere. If you're like me and just want more of what you grew to love in MW2 with fresh maps and a more balanced multiplayer experience, don't pass this one up.    … Expand
  100. mrmojo448
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I wouldn't take any of the low scores on Metacritic too personally. Most of the people who bought MW3 are playing it and not writing bad reviews. These people most likely own BF3 and haven't even bought Mw3. Amazon's reviews are more likely to be true (since you can see which reviewers actually bought the game through amazon). This site has no way of confirming if you've played it or not.I wouldn't take any of the low scores on Metacritic too personally. Most of the people who bought MW3 are playing it and not writing bad reviews. These people most likely own BF3 and haven't even bought Mw3. Amazon's reviews are more likely to be true (since you can see which reviewers actually bought the game through amazon). This site has no way of confirming if you've played it or not. However, I have bought it and I love it. Im giving this game a 9 out of 10.. but since so many give it a Zero - I'm going to go 10.… Expand
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#17 Best PS3 Game of 2011
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#16 Most Shared PS3 Game of 2011

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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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