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  1. Nov 20, 2011
    6
    As an unbiased person to shooters and not in the bandwagon with the "BF3 or MW3 fanboys," I can rate this game as to what it deserves. The story mode is rather short...and really got alot of hyped up events that didn't even happen. And of course the story itself is..quite mediocre. The multiplayer feels rather unpolished as I can see many bugs happen while I'm playing. The special ops areAs an unbiased person to shooters and not in the bandwagon with the "BF3 or MW3 fanboys," I can rate this game as to what it deserves. The story mode is rather short...and really got alot of hyped up events that didn't even happen. And of course the story itself is..quite mediocre. The multiplayer feels rather unpolished as I can see many bugs happen while I'm playing. The special ops are quite fun, but that's pretty much it. If you're playing this by yourself, you're a fanboy. If you're playing to hang with your friends, then you should have smooth sailing with this game. Expand
  2. Nov 24, 2011
    6
    Singleplayer experience is much better than MW2, although it still feels like it is directed by Michael Bay. Though for an action game, this isn't necessarily a bad thing. Spec Ops is pretty fun, with the missions providing a decent amount of fun. However, Survival Mode is where the real fun lies in Spec Ops. It's always fresh when you can play on any multiplayer map. Multiplayer is stillSingleplayer experience is much better than MW2, although it still feels like it is directed by Michael Bay. Though for an action game, this isn't necessarily a bad thing. Spec Ops is pretty fun, with the missions providing a decent amount of fun. However, Survival Mode is where the real fun lies in Spec Ops. It's always fresh when you can play on any multiplayer map. Multiplayer is still as addicting as ever, however, it is still the same thing as it has been since MW2. Some updates in graphics or gameplay mechanics would be nice. Or really anything for that matter. Starting to feel extremely repetitive, especially with annual releases. Expand
  3. Nov 10, 2011
    5
    The Sp was not very engaging it was just run from point a 2 point B .. Mp is ok. I had hoped for more . but it is enjoyable . I think they should have put more time in to it ... only 2 player survival is boring i want 4 person
  4. Oct 1, 2012
    10
    good game, irregular conexion and killstreaks too much... 10 to compensate bad score
    great sequel but no innovation and seem an expansive to mw2. but the game isn't for 3,2 user score
  5. Jul 31, 2013
    3
    MW3 is quite disappointing but for any COD fans is still worth playing. It does feel like it has been copy and pasted though and unfortunately gets boring quicker than previous titles in the series.
  6. Nov 11, 2011
    0
    Worst game ever is the appropriate appellation for this **** graphic are the same that MW2, sound are the same, buldings are the same, killstreak are the same! It's a joke?!
  7. Nov 13, 2012
    5
    Being the leading FPS selling game there must be something in the CoD series that people like. Myself i am struggling to see what everyone else sees. There has been no huge advancement in the last few itterations and that is what dissapoints me the most. CoD gets fantastic sales from banging out the same thing each year and while i agree with the philosophy 'if it ain't broke don't fix it'Being the leading FPS selling game there must be something in the CoD series that people like. Myself i am struggling to see what everyone else sees. There has been no huge advancement in the last few itterations and that is what dissapoints me the most. CoD gets fantastic sales from banging out the same thing each year and while i agree with the philosophy 'if it ain't broke don't fix it' i would still like to see more. I have not gone through the campaign and i have only brought this game for the muliplayer as my friends do not play anything else. The multiplayer is fun, gameplay is good but i just don't feel enthused anytime i put this game in to play. I want more from CoD Expand
  8. Mar 24, 2015
    7
    Average, that's all, this game is the definition of average. The graphics aren't improved at all from MW2 and Black Ops. The story is quite good if you like a rollercoaster, co-op is awesome with friends but MP is horribly unbalanced with no proper developer support.
  9. Nov 10, 2011
    3
    3 hour campaign glad I only rented it to see the conclusion of the series. Apart from that there is nothing new here kids, move on.

    I had more fun playing DNF
  10. Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Modern Warfare 3 is just another marvel from infinity ward. With a brand new spec ops survival mode, players are certainly going to sink hours into this with an all new ranking mode, guns to unlock and different maps to unlock. The single player campaign has its ups and downs and is overall pretty decent. Although the multiplayer seems to be very similar to previous games, with tons ofModern Warfare 3 is just another marvel from infinity ward. With a brand new spec ops survival mode, players are certainly going to sink hours into this with an all new ranking mode, guns to unlock and different maps to unlock. The single player campaign has its ups and downs and is overall pretty decent. Although the multiplayer seems to be very similar to previous games, with tons of challenges to complete, new improved weapons, new strike packages systems, and a very fun kill confirmed mode, MW3 is a marvel. Expand
  11. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This is the most expensive map pack for modern warfare 2 that I've ever seen. Seriously, I already played this game three years ago. This is the kind of thing that happens when you fire everyone responsible for making the games great and then immediately crank out a sequel. Activision's business model is to sell you a slight iteration every year. The campaign in this game is short... LikeThis is the most expensive map pack for modern warfare 2 that I've ever seen. Seriously, I already played this game three years ago. This is the kind of thing that happens when you fire everyone responsible for making the games great and then immediately crank out a sequel. Activision's business model is to sell you a slight iteration every year. The campaign in this game is short... Like 4.5 hours kind of short. You'll pay 60 bucks and finish the game in one day, quite literally. Buy it for the multiplayer you say? There is no point, battlefield 3 does multiplayer far better. Expand
  12. Nov 10, 2011
    2
    I had a feeling this would happen again after black ops, another 60 dollar map pack. Very disapointed with the "profesional" critics giving this game such high marks. Will not spend any more money on Cod until they finally do some real innovation and not just tweaks.
  13. Nov 11, 2011
    10
    the French version is not terrible, the sound track is magnificent but does not stick totally with the rhythm of the game. It was much better in MW2, the new mode survives is really stunning, I would never have believed to see such a thing one cheek and MW3 made it, bravo in its incredibly talented developers. The multiplayer in the rather sublime sight, I tested it only once and it wasthe French version is not terrible, the sound track is magnificent but does not stick totally with the rhythm of the game. It was much better in MW2, the new mode survives is really stunning, I would never have believed to see such a thing one cheek and MW3 made it, bravo in its incredibly talented developers. The multiplayer in the rather sublime sight, I tested it only once and it was completed. The mode campaign is as for him of a beauty and an incomparable, rare direction are the times when I saw such a so realized apocalypse!

    In brief everything is completed in this game
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  14. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    MW3 was clearly a 60 dollar mappack to MW2 and it borrowed heavily from Black Ops. It's great in it's own right- the fact that people would annually dish out 60 dollars for the same rehashed game, and, all in all, it is good, basic, arcade fun. It will sell over 10 million. Im not a troll. Im just frustrated at how they release a new COD game every year...speaking of which they haveMW3 was clearly a 60 dollar mappack to MW2 and it borrowed heavily from Black Ops. It's great in it's own right- the fact that people would annually dish out 60 dollars for the same rehashed game, and, all in all, it is good, basic, arcade fun. It will sell over 10 million. Im not a troll. Im just frustrated at how they release a new COD game every year...speaking of which they have already announced a new game for next year -____- Expand
  15. Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I was a cod fan, played every single game of cod and mw3 too, but never again, this is a constant deja-vu, and the overpriced dlcs......... is very sad to see how activition kills his franchises, tony hawk, guitar hero and now COD (R.I.P)
    Don't waste your money.
  16. Nov 10, 2011
    3
    Developers, stop being lazy and make a new engine! Stop using the 60 fps to justify why youâ
  17. Nov 10, 2011
    2
    Good game if you want to just let off steam and kill something extremely easily.

    Terrible game in the fact that it tries to be a realistic shooter, it tries to hard, and fails in so many aspects, the graphics engine has not changed one bit, maybe a bit more lip gloss added to each model to hide the fact that the textures are utter **** Story is bland and un-interesting, it's the same
    Good game if you want to just let off steam and kill something extremely easily.

    Terrible game in the fact that it tries to be a realistic shooter, it tries to hard, and fails in so many aspects, the graphics engine has not changed one bit, maybe a bit more lip gloss added to each model to hide the fact that the textures are utter **** Story is bland and un-interesting, it's the same mission over and over again: 'Run here, shoot guys on the way, complete objective', Rinse and Repeat. If they actually improved anything gameplay, graphics, or even sound-wise they would make a really better game, but all they've done is re-write a predictable story, and re-use the same game but slap a 3 on the end instead of the 2.
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  18. Nov 10, 2011
    3
    Overhyped, rehashed, uninspired, and completely devoid of innovation, this new entry into Activision's franchise treads no new ground, ventures forth no new ideas, and clings in obvious desperation to the hope that multiplayer is the driving force of the industry. And yet, their lack of creativity has struck a chord with the public, allowing their transparent money-grubbing attempts toOverhyped, rehashed, uninspired, and completely devoid of innovation, this new entry into Activision's franchise treads no new ground, ventures forth no new ideas, and clings in obvious desperation to the hope that multiplayer is the driving force of the industry. And yet, their lack of creativity has struck a chord with the public, allowing their transparent money-grubbing attempts to certify Modern Warfare 3 as the most profitable entertainment product ever made.

    Upon starting the campaign, one quickly realises that to get the fullest experience from their 'storytelling', one must switch off their brain and allow the mindless military drivel and incessant explosions to witter away at one's overall IQ. Again, the team try to invoke controversy through shocking scenes (a la the infamous â
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  19. Vyx
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    For me, this is the first CoD I've ever owned, I played a bit of MW2 with some friends the weekend before this release. Yes, they are pretty much the same, I haven't touched the MP, because I don't care for it, I have other games for that, I can't stand the campaign, very boring. But Special Ops, that is the main reason I got the game, for my self to play with friends or alone if I want.For me, this is the first CoD I've ever owned, I played a bit of MW2 with some friends the weekend before this release. Yes, they are pretty much the same, I haven't touched the MP, because I don't care for it, I have other games for that, I can't stand the campaign, very boring. But Special Ops, that is the main reason I got the game, for my self to play with friends or alone if I want. Maybe it is just another map pack-esque game, but it works despite it's flaws for what I wanted. Expand
  20. Nov 10, 2011
    7
    "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." This has been the general approach regarding development of the Call of Duty series for the past few years, and it still remains true for Modern Warfare 3. The campaign is as you would expect from the Call of Duty series; a short, action packed, enjoyable but rather forgettable experience. The overall spectacle flare from Modern Warfare 2 returns and the"If it ain't broke, don't fix it." This has been the general approach regarding development of the Call of Duty series for the past few years, and it still remains true for Modern Warfare 3. The campaign is as you would expect from the Call of Duty series; a short, action packed, enjoyable but rather forgettable experience. The overall spectacle flare from Modern Warfare 2 returns and the story is slightly easier to follow, but just as forgettable over all. Spec Ops Mode also makes a return, with short missions that can be completed with a friend or on your own, with a few exceptions. These missions take some of the more memorable moments of the campaign and tweaks them up to make them even more intense. This time a new mode titled Spec Ops Survival has been added. This mode is similar to the horde mode of other game you may have played such as Halo and Gears of War. Surviving wave after wave of varying enemy types with a large variety of weapons and air support options across all the multiplayer maps, whether alone or with a friend it is always intense and insanely fun. Now, onto the main reason why this game exists, competitive online multiplayer. This remains largely the same as it was in Modern Warfare 2, but with a few new tweaks to the formula. There is less of a focus on killstreak rewards with the implementation of different types of strike packages. Assault contains the usual kill steaks that have been included in previous COD games. Support contains mostly non-lethal rewards that benefit the team overall, these rewards do require kills in order to earn them, but the count does not restart every time you die. Finally, there is the specialisation package that acts the same way as the Assault killstreak, but grants a new perk to your class instead of giving a new killstreak reward. The maps themselves aren't the strongest they've been in the series, but most of them have a nice flow during objective based game modes and none of them are god-awful. Overall, Modern Warfare 3 recycles a lot of old material from it's predecessor, but overall it is a strong package, and with the amount of multiplayer game modes and the almost infinite replay of Spec Ops Survival, you do get your money's worth from it. TL/DR: A refined version of the COD formula, don't expect to see any true innovation. Overall, a solid package. Expand
  21. Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is by far the best modern warfare game. The visuals are definitely much better than its prequel modern warfare 2. You just can't stop playing this game, as it pushes in copious amounts of adrenaline which you never get from any other game out there. The game-play is better, cinematics improved. More and more guns. What else do you need from a classic first person shooter like MW fromThis is by far the best modern warfare game. The visuals are definitely much better than its prequel modern warfare 2. You just can't stop playing this game, as it pushes in copious amounts of adrenaline which you never get from any other game out there. The game-play is better, cinematics improved. More and more guns. What else do you need from a classic first person shooter like MW from Activision. Expand
  22. Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I'm Spanish and here the people who know about FPS are disappointed with MW3 the same thing over and over every year. Sincerely, a company that doesn't listen the users not worth that people buy their game.
    It's frustrating that a company that earns a thousand times more than the cost to make a game doesn't improve their game. Far better B3.
  23. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Imagine that Michael Bay did not stop at just one Pearl Harbour movie but now has made a 3rd and asks you for 60â
  24. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Modern Warfare 3 is the exact same game with a different name, terrible Campaign that you finish in 3 and half hours, with the most irregular irritating little maps that you literally spawn on your enemy's shoulders. The lack of vehicle's and broken class system creates a very very dry and plain experience. The visuals are still comparable to my PlayStation 2, voice acting and sound ofModern Warfare 3 is the exact same game with a different name, terrible Campaign that you finish in 3 and half hours, with the most irregular irritating little maps that you literally spawn on your enemy's shoulders. The lack of vehicle's and broken class system creates a very very dry and plain experience. The visuals are still comparable to my PlayStation 2, voice acting and sound of weaponry lack any realness in the game. There really is nothing new that this Game does that makes it worth the plastic it uses. Expand
  25. Nov 10, 2011
    10
    fantastic. if you like mw1 and 2 this is pretty much the same but with little improvements that make it even more fantastic. the multiplayer is soo fun plus the new survival mode is intensity in ten cities.
  26. Oct 26, 2012
    8
    Pretty decent game with a lot of game modes to keep you busy. The mulitplayer is pretty much a slightly upgraded version of mw2. Mw3 feels more like an enormous map pack rather than a full game, when it comes to multiplayer. The single player campaign is pretty epic filled with a lot of explosions and firefights. Spec ops is back with survival mode attached which is a lot of fun as well.Pretty decent game with a lot of game modes to keep you busy. The mulitplayer is pretty much a slightly upgraded version of mw2. Mw3 feels more like an enormous map pack rather than a full game, when it comes to multiplayer. The single player campaign is pretty epic filled with a lot of explosions and firefights. Spec ops is back with survival mode attached which is a lot of fun as well. The graphics are pretty much the same as mw2. But the 60fps is nice to have in a console shooter. Expand
  27. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    It is nearly the same exact game as Call of Duty and I just paid a total of $115 within the last year. This is the same recycled game. At least be innovative like BF3. Think I am bias? Just search online like I should have, perks 90% same, weapons, 90% same, MP maps feel the same. Very unforunate.

    Imagine taking the same route to work and back every day, that is this franchise right now
    It is nearly the same exact game as Call of Duty and I just paid a total of $115 within the last year. This is the same recycled game. At least be innovative like BF3. Think I am bias? Just search online like I should have, perks 90% same, weapons, 90% same, MP maps feel the same. Very unforunate.

    Imagine taking the same route to work and back every day, that is this franchise right now with MW3, nothing changed at all. False promises. Can't even play better that it's last installment.

    IGN's reviews are clearly BOUGHT and PAID for. Activision has ruined CoD, do not support this game as I have mistakenly and previously ill-informed.
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  28. Nov 20, 2011
    1
    Modern Warfare 3 is pretty much the same game as MW2, and quite similar to MW1. The graphics are similar to MW2, the gameplay is essentially unchanged, and there's nothing else to speak of that is different. That doesn't mean the game is unplayable. To the contrary, its a smooth FPS, but entirely mechanistic: you might as well be shooting pop-up targets in between cutscenes. The graphicsModern Warfare 3 is pretty much the same game as MW2, and quite similar to MW1. The graphics are similar to MW2, the gameplay is essentially unchanged, and there's nothing else to speak of that is different. That doesn't mean the game is unplayable. To the contrary, its a smooth FPS, but entirely mechanistic: you might as well be shooting pop-up targets in between cutscenes. The graphics are pretty bad. I don't know why its so hard to simply produce high quality textures and graphic components and then downscale for the obsolete consoles, but it seems that this game takes the opposite approach: which is why a graphics card that you could buy for $50 four years ago (the Nvidia 8600) is still the required card. Despite what the "recommended" stats might suggest, there's no more eye candy for those with a better system- just higher framerates for those who see 60 frames per second and up. This wouldn't be such an issue if the gameplay or story was involving, but its not. Overall, a mediocre if competent clone.â Expand
  29. Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Great game. Anyone complaining about hit detection or lagging servers should upgrade their dial up internet. I'm not sure what people hope to achieve with a direct sequal, it's still modern warfare how much do people actually think guns have changed in the past two years. highly recommend to anyone who isn't using ancient internet.
  30. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Why am I supposed to buy this game? For a number? For an higher price? For the ridiculous longevity? Why people should buy a game that already has?
    That's no reason.
  31. Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Ce nouvel épisode de Call of duty était particulièrement attendu, et la déception est à la hauteur de ce que l'on pouvait espérer. Nous attendions de la nouveauté , du renouveau dans le gameplay, un épisode qui pète le feu.... Bref terriblement déçu
  32. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    MW3 is not an improvement. Like Frankenstein, its multiplayer maps resemble grotesque assemblages of of maps past. Treyarch does it better. Get a clue, Activision.
  33. Nov 11, 2011
    0
    Amazing that people think the low user score is down to BF3 trolls. I bought MW3 for Ã
  34. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Horrible game, cancer destroying the gaming industry.
    Want to play MW3 for cheap? Go pick up a copy of MW2. It's the same exact game.
    Oh wait, new maps. I forgot.
  35. Nov 10, 2011
    2
    Bad connections to games, never lets me join any server disconnected constantly, maps are rubbish, hit detections fails, back to black ops :) they need to patch mw3 soon or they will lose alot of players to bf3,
  36. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    we play that game a lot at 2009 now you make it only servers then you call it new game for just more $$.you can make all the new things as DLC for 10$ not new game .I will not lost my money for second time.I hate black ops servers not server in my **** I did't enjoy the online .now i feal the game just copy and paste.even the Grenades saunds like COD2 till now !!
  37. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Let me start by saying MW2 is one of my favorite shooters of all time, I loved the maps, perks and game stability. MW3 was NOT made by all the same people as MW2 and it shows. If you consider this a map pack then yes $60.00 is fair for these maps BUT it is being marketed and sold under the pretence it is a NEW game.

    All these yearly games including CoD, Madden, 2K basketball, etc. Should
    Let me start by saying MW2 is one of my favorite shooters of all time, I loved the maps, perks and game stability. MW3 was NOT made by all the same people as MW2 and it shows. If you consider this a map pack then yes $60.00 is fair for these maps BUT it is being marketed and sold under the pretence it is a NEW game.

    All these yearly games including CoD, Madden, 2K basketball, etc. Should be sold ONCE and every year after you should pay for a update. Whether it be maps, rosters, combination of patches, etc. NOT A FULL ADDITIONAL TITLE. These huge companies are going to continue cranking out garbage product year after year as long as YOU the user continues to buy it. In that process Gamestop will continue to profit billions off of your trade ins as well. AND COMPANIES PLEASE STOP MAKING CAMPAIGNS! NO ONE CARES ABOUT SP ITS ALMOST 2012!
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  38. Nov 10, 2011
    1
    My thirteen, that's right, THIRTEEN year old brother described this game as "Modern Warfare 2.5" as it brings almost nothing new to the table, yet sports a $60 pricetag. I myself grew weary of the series around MW2, so I did not purchase it, however watching my little brother play, I can confirm it looks EXACTLY like MW2.
    Not worth your money, stay away.
  39. Nov 10, 2011
    2
    I guess I'll give it a 2 for the new things - which is really a new leveling setup, perks, and weapons (some new stuff there). What kills the rest of the score is the terrible spawn system which is the same complaint people had back in MW1. Another huge problem is the matching system (if you can actually get into a game 1 out of 5 tries usually) which still (most all CoD titles) lags forI guess I'll give it a 2 for the new things - which is really a new leveling setup, perks, and weapons (some new stuff there). What kills the rest of the score is the terrible spawn system which is the same complaint people had back in MW1. Another huge problem is the matching system (if you can actually get into a game 1 out of 5 tries usually) which still (most all CoD titles) lags for all players and punishes the host 100% of the time. Finally it has lots of maps but they are all very small. Horribly small actually. All-in-all I had more fun, longer games, better games, and almost no lag playing BF3. MW3 is just a rehash and while it's pretty and has a few new things...it's just lacking a few major items that are unfortunately required to play and enjoy the game. Things like not spawning all over and being killed the second you do or things like actually being able to get in a game. If you're going to spend $60 and given the economy...I highly recommend BF3 over MW3. Expand
  40. Nov 10, 2011
    2
    My post is not suspicious Mr Glen Schofield, your game just stinks. It's Modern Warfare 2 with some cosmetic changes. The maps are horrid, the connection is laggy and disconnects are constant. Did you think hyping people for months and then releasing a product that looks and feels exactly like a previous edition was going to fool the same people who are fanatical about your game? At thisMy post is not suspicious Mr Glen Schofield, your game just stinks. It's Modern Warfare 2 with some cosmetic changes. The maps are horrid, the connection is laggy and disconnects are constant. Did you think hyping people for months and then releasing a product that looks and feels exactly like a previous edition was going to fool the same people who are fanatical about your game? At this point I would love to point out that Black Ops was amazing. It was refreshing and it was worth my money. If it wasn't for "Kill Confirmed" I would have given your game a lower rating. The game fans have spoken. Next time listen. Expand
  41. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    boring campaing and bad multiplayer make call of duty the most disappointing franchise in the gender,nothing good can be say about a game that take step back on innovation.
  42. Nov 10, 2011
    4
    Activision Blizzard continues to peddle the same exact game year after year. Why fix what's not broken? For the sake of attracting new players to the franchise, that's why.
  43. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    The problem people have is not that is a bad game.THe problem people have with MW3 is that they just handed out $60 dollars for a game they already have just just with a few buffs in the game.Like new guns,new maps,new point system,and a texture buff which all could have been done with half the price maybe even less with a DLC.Im sorry but $$60 for a DLC package which it should have beenThe problem people have is not that is a bad game.THe problem people have with MW3 is that they just handed out $60 dollars for a game they already have just just with a few buffs in the game.Like new guns,new maps,new point system,and a texture buff which all could have been done with half the price maybe even less with a DLC.Im sorry but $$60 for a DLC package which it should have been considered is way to much.It was really just a was of my hard earned money that I think should have been used on something new hell they are already in the process of making BF4 look it up hell.How much more are they going to make Cod games rally after this game it is over.People want something more than just the same old engine with just a few upgrades.If activision and sledgehammer games can't make up anything better than they don't deserve to make games. Expand
  44. Nov 10, 2011
    1
    CoD makers played it too safe and retained the same gameplay. Which is good, but we are shelling out $60 for a new game, not an expensive map pack. My only gripe is the graphics seem to be worse than they were in MW2. What's up with that?!?
  45. Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I was very disappointed with MW2. When I heard MW3 was due to be released I was excited, but apprehensive. After the big letdown of MW2, I vowed to rent the new game first before committing $60. Having rented, and played quickly through to the end. I can honestly say what a pile of regurgitated garbage this is. A stinking pile of MW2 vomit, with little leftover bits of Modern Warfare. WhoI was very disappointed with MW2. When I heard MW3 was due to be released I was excited, but apprehensive. After the big letdown of MW2, I vowed to rent the new game first before committing $60. Having rented, and played quickly through to the end. I can honestly say what a pile of regurgitated garbage this is. A stinking pile of MW2 vomit, with little leftover bits of Modern Warfare. Who are the chimps who designed this piece? The story behind MW2 was unbelievable, yet they succeeded in going one step further, in making MW3 beyond the realms of known logic. The gun pack was unrealistic in MW2, and with the new game they just sprinkled some glitter on the already goofy weapons pack. They are still unreal! The Russians would never feild a freakin P90, FAMAS, or Street Sweeper WTF. I guess the chimpanzee brain also thinks that if two helo's or jets are cool, then twenty are awesome!! Not! MW3 is an unbelievable waste of time, and I would be disappointed even if it were a $15 map expansion.... Expand
  46. Nov 10, 2011
    2
    MW3 is ok , for a map pack. They should have called it "COD SOS" (Same Old Ship) How many years will they be able to wrech out this regurgitation.
  47. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Just rented it, to test it out, and it's just the same old crap. Nothing original. Just trying to ride out the money train. Campaign is the same monotonous, "kill generic bad guys to get to the next scripted event", garbage. You can just play any other modern warfare to get the same multiplayer
  48. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    For the people still haven't bought this game yet, Don't buy this rehash Crap that could easily been DLC. Deffinetly not worth $60, its MW2.0. The game was given to me as present and Dissapointed in how much its the same crap, save your $ people buy skyrum or something that has changed and not ripping people off!!!!
  49. Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Seems alot of people expected a different visual experience. But it looks like more work was done on development than design. And instead of new graphics, they fixed complains from previous cod's . I finished the campaign and loved it. I like added options to play with an online partner in spec ops, the additional weapon perks in multiplayer, and in general I am enjoying the game. ISeems alot of people expected a different visual experience. But it looks like more work was done on development than design. And instead of new graphics, they fixed complains from previous cod's . I finished the campaign and loved it. I like added options to play with an online partner in spec ops, the additional weapon perks in multiplayer, and in general I am enjoying the game. I see it as an upgrade to MW2 with additional options and map packs. If the graphics were different than MW2 then their would have been less complains. I am experiencing some problems connecting to friends in private match and i'm not sure if you can connect to friends in spec ops, but that is saying unable to join session also. In MW2 and Black Ops this is working fine in private matches so I'm thinking it's a mw3 issue that will get resolved in a patch. We'll see.. when I started playing just after the midnight release, there were a few connection issues, but they were intermittent and made me have to click find match a couple of extra times. Compared to the problems that black ops had when it was release, MW3's connection issues were mild. Overall I see it as a successfull release with some updates needing to be sent out. Expand
  50. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Terrible game. Cut and paste of mw2. It is so bad, don't even try it out. Barely anything has changed and it sucks. It is just a $60 dollar expansion pack.
  51. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game sucks so bad that I created this account specifically to give it a zero and comment on how crappy it is. I'm going back to playing black ops. It's really that bad. Horrible multiplayer. Short as hell singleplayer. There's no reason to own this thing. Rent it or borrow it from a friend. At the very least you would think they should have the voice chat working right. Or atThis game sucks so bad that I created this account specifically to give it a zero and comment on how crappy it is. I'm going back to playing black ops. It's really that bad. Horrible multiplayer. Short as hell singleplayer. There's no reason to own this thing. Rent it or borrow it from a friend. At the very least you would think they should have the voice chat working right. Or at least a way to turn off the horrible loud music. Even if the most basic things were working, I have no clue how this game got the initial reviews it got. Maybe the developers were giving BJ's? Just a theory. Expand
  52. Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Don't listen to the trolls. This is a great game if you like FPS'. Sure it looks similar to all the other CoDs, but there is a lot added to this year's game. Plenty new maps, perks, killstreaks, game modes, specs/survival and a great campaign like always. Multiplayer is addicting as ever and still a blast to play. If you enjoyed previous Call of Duty games then chances are you will likeDon't listen to the trolls. This is a great game if you like FPS'. Sure it looks similar to all the other CoDs, but there is a lot added to this year's game. Plenty new maps, perks, killstreaks, game modes, specs/survival and a great campaign like always. Multiplayer is addicting as ever and still a blast to play. If you enjoyed previous Call of Duty games then chances are you will like this one. I haven't encountered many bugs or glitches as of yet. The servers are pretty stable, though connecting to a game is sometimes a pain. People complain how every game is the same thing, but that's what works for CoD. Millions of people love and buy the game, why would the developers change it that much? Why change a formula that so many people love? If I had any complaints, they would be the multiplayer maps. Most of them are kind of dull. So again, if you like FPS' you can't go wrong with this game. Don't listen to all the hate. Play for yourself and make your own decision. Expand
  53. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I'm not willing to give a company money for rehashing the same thing they made two years ago. No innovation here. Not worthy of a score. Not to mention it's pathetic that a developer has to beg for his game's score to be boosted.
  54. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    New games used to be an improvement upon each subsequent title, bringing fresh ideas, better graphics, and, improvement. Sadly MW3 is non of these. Some say it's a copy and paste game, and I disagree as each subsequent copy loses something - originality and functionality. The maps feel similar in multiplayer, the layouts are the same with a few extras thrown in. Non of the dislikedNew games used to be an improvement upon each subsequent title, bringing fresh ideas, better graphics, and, improvement. Sadly MW3 is non of these. Some say it's a copy and paste game, and I disagree as each subsequent copy loses something - originality and functionality. The maps feel similar in multiplayer, the layouts are the same with a few extras thrown in. Non of the disliked features were removed (hosting system, finding servers, last stand). The single player is also pretty formulaic and in this case that's a negative. Some may say the game is not complete, 'wait for the DLC', but I'd rather not have to spend 1/4th the game on a few maps. If I have to wait for downloadable content then it is clearly not complete and thus a shamble of a product. Expand
  55. Nov 10, 2011
    10
    All Around great game. Solid Multiplayer, Campaign and Spec Ops Mode. Worth Your Money. The maps in multiplayer are great! There are a limited amount of "camp" spots and barely any head glitching spots. Definitely better than Black Ops.
  56. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I got scammed. This is MW2 is a new box that they made me pay for. Spend your money on a real game like Uncharted 3, Battlefield 3, Skyrim, Arkam City or somehting instead.

    This is freaking terrible. Plus the developer is begging people to come here and give it positive reviews. LOL what a fail. People should love your game cuz it's good, not cuz there's this fictional "loyalty" to series
    I got scammed. This is MW2 is a new box that they made me pay for. Spend your money on a real game like Uncharted 3, Battlefield 3, Skyrim, Arkam City or somehting instead.

    This is freaking terrible. Plus the developer is begging people to come here and give it positive reviews. LOL what a fail. People should love your game cuz it's good, not cuz there's this fictional "loyalty" to series people have. Who cares what series you say your loyal to, do yourself a favour and experience a real game that actually innovates and is new, not a one from 2009 with graphics from 2007.

    MW3 = same guns, same graphics, same gameplay as COD4, with terrible maps and nothing new
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  57. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    12 Hours of single payer game play. Holds true to the COD franchise's lack of content from the past 3 installments. Though those 12 hours of gameplay was more compelling than Black Ops, I still feel incredibly cheated out of $60.

    Online play is no better than Black Ops. Not just graphically, but the levels almost look like the same levels as BO... Laggy servers, gives laggy movements and
    12 Hours of single payer game play. Holds true to the COD franchise's lack of content from the past 3 installments. Though those 12 hours of gameplay was more compelling than Black Ops, I still feel incredibly cheated out of $60.

    Online play is no better than Black Ops. Not just graphically, but the levels almost look like the same levels as BO... Laggy servers, gives laggy movements and firing ingame. Then, they try to sweeten us up with their "Elite" service, but only to find out it will cost you ANOTHER $50. Come on Sledgehammer, can we get a reach around when you're giving us the hammer???

    I would say avoid this one... But we all bought it sight unseen already.... Oh well.
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  58. Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is AWESOME. Lets support the game that we all love. The #1 in fps's. Innovation isn't a must, we dont want a differen't game. This game was built and is superior to all other shooters of its kind. Embrace the love that is shown by everyone for this franchise and support MW3 and give it the ratings it deserves!
  59. Nov 10, 2011
    1
    This game is horrible ... I feel scammed.... Im glad i bought bf3 and skyrim at least to play something WORTH playing... and the graphics look like cheese... you could run it on a 3dfx card lmao
  60. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Games like the call of duty franchise shouldn't be allowed to just get away with the same **** game every year and there lazy ass development team is making so much money off you dumbass idiots who call your self gamers! A true gamer would see through there cash cow ass and boycott this damn franchise. **** THEY ALREADY ANNOUNCED THE NEXT CALL OF DUTY FOR NEXT YEAR WHAT THE **** NOO JUST NO!
  61. Nov 10, 2011
    3
    I have the Blacks Ops and MW2, MW3 fan.el'm almost excellent but unfortunately this is more of the same, it would be better than Activision have released a new game DLC. Unfortunately I buy it and not worth it (I'm disappointed: (. I think I'll change the BF3. Activision is seen that only wants to make money and ignores the players: (
  62. Nov 10, 2011
    2
    GOO GRAPHICS! Thats all. PISSED OFF. Thousands of people pay a fee for Elite and we dont get what we pay for!!! DISGRACEFUL. nothing new except a few perks and bouncing betty etc!! Halo have a similar system to Elite and its FREE with benifits too!!!! Still going to be playing with HACKERS and these wont be monitored to improve online gaming. MOMEY MONEY MONEY. IF THERE WAS NO CHEATERS ANDGOO GRAPHICS! Thats all. PISSED OFF. Thousands of people pay a fee for Elite and we dont get what we pay for!!! DISGRACEFUL. nothing new except a few perks and bouncing betty etc!! Halo have a similar system to Elite and its FREE with benifits too!!!! Still going to be playing with HACKERS and these wont be monitored to improve online gaming. MOMEY MONEY MONEY. IF THERE WAS NO CHEATERS AND HACKERS WOULD BE AN AWESOME GAME!!! Expand
  63. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    There is two things i hate the most:

    1- Rehashed generic shooter
    2- Activision

    and that's exactly what we have here, another rehashed generic shooter by Activision.
  64. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    the same sh!t... mw2.5. NO THANKS!! the same the same the same the same the same the same the same the same the same the same the same the same the same the same the same the same sh!t!!
  65. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    the game is equal to the lower version, it seems hard, but with the faults they have. Above all they will then try to collect DLC will not be invented, but always the same as emblems, logos copies of the game other versions
  66. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is currently receiving a lot of zero scores which may seem unfair, but I believe in this case it is actually justified. As others have pointed out, this game is Modern Warfare 2 repackaged and sold as a new game. The graphics and gameplay are exactly the same as before with only the new maps, a couple of new game modes and some minor tweaks to weapons and killstreaksThis game is currently receiving a lot of zero scores which may seem unfair, but I believe in this case it is actually justified. As others have pointed out, this game is Modern Warfare 2 repackaged and sold as a new game. The graphics and gameplay are exactly the same as before with only the new maps, a couple of new game modes and some minor tweaks to weapons and killstreaks distinguishing it from the last game. This review is obviously focusing on the multiplayer aspect since the single player campaign is barely worth mentioning. Anyone who has played the previous games should know exactly what they are in for, only with even more over the top setpieces and storytelling. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare was at the time the greatest first person shooter I had every played, but as demonstrated by the reviews on this website people are finally getting sick of paying for the same game every year, and this may well be the beginning of the end for the Call of Duty series unless the next game is markedly improved. Expand
  67. Nov 10, 2011
    1
    MW2 was good but it was not for recycle in the MW3. Very upset with the MW3 is like a copy and paste tricked me like the previous Pay $ 60 for a makeup MW2 Not right. Thank God I do not pay for elite
  68. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Modern Warfare 3 is quite possibly, the biggest piece of trash I have ever played in my life. To begin, the game looks exactly the same as first first modern warfare, it's just an expansion pack with added maps. I put down $67 of my hard earned money expecting a fun game, little did i know, I went in playing a piece of **** Every game you join ends with the timer finishing, because everyModern Warfare 3 is quite possibly, the biggest piece of trash I have ever played in my life. To begin, the game looks exactly the same as first first modern warfare, it's just an expansion pack with added maps. I put down $67 of my hard earned money expecting a fun game, little did i know, I went in playing a piece of **** Every game you join ends with the timer finishing, because every persons camping like a little **** Why should I waste my hard earned money for a game that took little to no effort? Infinity Ward continues to amaze me at how bad their games are. I can't wait tomorrow smelling the fresh air, heading to gamestop and returning this sack of crap. Expand
  69. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Amazing that people think the low user score is down to BF3 trolls. I bought MW3 for £40 and it is essentially a frickin' map pack. I could forgive the fact they're still using the dated IW engine if this was brimming with new features and innovations, but this is just a shocking effort - go back to the drawing board already.
  70. Nov 10, 2011
    5
    I gave this game a 5 because it's more of the same. Same dated engine. Few refinements. If you played Mw2 your not missing much besides the story which in my opinion is it's strongest point.

    I'm someone who craves innovation, and if your like me, look elsewhere.

    For the hardcore Cod Fans that like Stale and Repetitive gameplay, than pick this one up.
  71. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Sad. Literally. It takes up the most powerful game developer to repackage the same sounds, models, textures.

    If you played almost ANY Call of Duty, you ain't missing anything. This game is the same recycled trash from 2007. From a Call of Duty fan, I am disappointed, glad I only rented it.
  72. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Like Modern Warfare 2 and Black OPS Modern Warfare3 is a cash w***re NOTHING else. I wonder what happend with this generation? Moder Warafe 3 has only flaws - 5 hour single campaign, much worse Multiplayer (Battlefield 3 ROXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX), and last but not least graphics looks like S**IT

    Single player story = absolutelllly stuupid garbage for 13 years old with 60 IQ.
  73. Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I cant believe some people here rate the game without buying / playing the game. This is "user review" section not BF3, killzone fanboy section. Anyway i bought this game & i have to say its the best game in a trilogy series. I enjoy playing it as it doesnt require me to buy another high-end PC. Although there's still some minor bugs that needs to fix which i know devs will do. AddingI cant believe some people here rate the game without buying / playing the game. This is "user review" section not BF3, killzone fanboy section. Anyway i bought this game & i have to say its the best game in a trilogy series. I enjoy playing it as it doesnt require me to buy another high-end PC. Although there's still some minor bugs that needs to fix which i know devs will do. Adding dedicated servers brings the community closer, more fun. As a gamer, i rate this game based on how i enjoy playing it -- from a BF3, Crysis 2 (PS3) gamer Expand
  74. Nov 10, 2011
    9
    MW3 may not be a game changer but the small tweaks made to it were good enough for me. The new kill streak options (support/assault) have helped balance the online MP games out. The new survival mode is a love it or hate it situation. I personally love it but only if I'm playing it with friends. Never have been into playing out the entire campaign mode, so can't comment on that. ButMW3 may not be a game changer but the small tweaks made to it were good enough for me. The new kill streak options (support/assault) have helped balance the online MP games out. The new survival mode is a love it or hate it situation. I personally love it but only if I'm playing it with friends. Never have been into playing out the entire campaign mode, so can't comment on that. But overall I'd give MW3 a B+......maybe A- Expand
  75. Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game blows, if i wanted this, i would've just put my MW2 disc back in my console, this is some of the most expensive DLC i have ever seen. I could've bought 6 copies of motorstorm one and it would've been a wiser investment than this! Its the same stuff rehashed and re-used constantly, graphics are amazing.. three years ago.. The developers did not get with the times and move on,This game blows, if i wanted this, i would've just put my MW2 disc back in my console, this is some of the most expensive DLC i have ever seen. I could've bought 6 copies of motorstorm one and it would've been a wiser investment than this! Its the same stuff rehashed and re-used constantly, graphics are amazing.. three years ago.. The developers did not get with the times and move on, instead, Activision is doing what they do best, they are taking a fun successful franchise and running it into the ground, want some nice history to back this up? Guitar Hero, 'nuff said. So, thats why i give MW2.1 a zero, out of ten. Expand
  76. Nov 11, 2011
    9
    I don't know what everyone is so disappointed in, you know what you're getting into with MW, in my opinion it's the best yet. The campaign has been refined and the story has been concluded, and they've tweaked multiplayer so that it's just as good as ever, if not better. I somewhat wish they would have included the wager match game modes again though.
  77. Nov 11, 2011
    0
    Having listened to all the hype surrounding MW3 i was really excited to get the game, But after playing the multiplayer for a couple of hours i feel sorely disappointed and really let down....... It's just the same old crap all over again and i've gotten to the stage i don't even want to try the single player game. I'm not a BF3 fanboys in any way because it to really has it's bad pointsHaving listened to all the hype surrounding MW3 i was really excited to get the game, But after playing the multiplayer for a couple of hours i feel sorely disappointed and really let down....... It's just the same old crap all over again and i've gotten to the stage i don't even want to try the single player game. I'm not a BF3 fanboys in any way because it to really has it's bad points but Infinity ward and Dumbhammer games are really pushing out crap and expecting gamers to hand over hard earned cash and i wont even start will CoD Elite.... A word of advice to anyone that reads this don't but MW3 go have a beer instead the good feeling will last longer... Expand
  78. Nov 11, 2011
    0
    What a ripoff ..its MW2 with the worst hit detection of any COD EVER and honestly ...did the took any time to design the maps ???? soap boxes poorly designed ...sadly i have it for xbox and just spent 2 hours at my friends house playing this on ps3
  79. Nov 11, 2011
    0
    3 years later and they still cant get it right? why must they keep jewing out on servers and keeping this primitive P2P nonsense. it is impossible to sit down for a gaming session and not encounter some type of connection issue; eg, lag, partys, lag compensation, host. you are at a huge disadvantage having 3 bars.

    this is the last call of duty im purchasing till they fix the lag. this is
    3 years later and they still cant get it right? why must they keep jewing out on servers and keeping this primitive P2P nonsense. it is impossible to sit down for a gaming session and not encounter some type of connection issue; eg, lag, partys, lag compensation, host. you are at a huge disadvantage having 3 bars.

    this is the last call of duty im purchasing till they fix the lag.

    this is coming from a long time cod player(cod2). id like to say i just picked up bf3 last week(first bf game) and i am amazed at the support their staff gives you, they actually listen. they are there for the people. not like infinity ward that just want to max out their revenue, why spend more money on servers when they can keep milking the series instead? and this is why the user reviews are so terrible for the game. 3 YEARS LATER SAME BULLSHI.T
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  80. Nov 11, 2011
    0
    GAME SUCKS!!!!!!!

    The worsted game of the year nomination. if you play the game, it's nothing else than some other textures and a few changes. It feels if you are playing a mod for Modern warfare 2...
    My suggestion, even if you are a die-hard COD-fan, buy this game in the after sales for â
  81. Nov 11, 2011
    10
    A lot of people love to hate successful things, call of duty games being one of them. This isn't a deviation from what made MW1 and 2 great - those looking for something different won't find it here. Those who enjoy call of duty will enjoy this, simple, those who don't enjoy call of duty will still purchase the game and write a bad review.
  82. Nov 11, 2011
    0
    I'm very sad. I appreciated the CoD Serie for many Years since the beginning. Now it comes to an end with this youngest sequel of Modern Warfare. Also i thought that IW made it better than Trey Arch. My Expectations were terrible disappointed. The same, fu!"Ã
  83. Nov 11, 2011
    10
    The best COD!! Modern Warfare 3 concludes the trilogy with a solo campaign that goes beyond my expectations, and a multiplayer with subtle yet efficient revisions. It boasts better balancing and takes into account the supportive players more than ever compared to the regular solo guns blazing hero. Quite comprehensive, it also re-introduces the beloved Spec Ops mode, and the launch of CallThe best COD!! Modern Warfare 3 concludes the trilogy with a solo campaign that goes beyond my expectations, and a multiplayer with subtle yet efficient revisions. It boasts better balancing and takes into account the supportive players more than ever compared to the regular solo guns blazing hero. Quite comprehensive, it also re-introduces the beloved Spec Ops mode, and the launch of Call of Duty Elite grants him the best available service in that category. Even though in terms of production values, and scope of the competitive multiplayer, Battlefield 3 harms Activision's champion, it remains a title that is firmly anchored to its traditional strengths, and doesn't get lazy. The lovers will be ecstatic, the haters gonna hate. Expand
  84. Nov 11, 2011
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i play mw3 . but i feel that im playing mw2 .
    activision only love money . their games stop game industerial !

    this game is good for 2008 . but not good for 2011
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  85. Nov 11, 2011
    1
    Another year, the same **** this people of Activision don´t spend anu money of the millions and millions that have earned with all the CoD's, and some day, the PESvsFIFA will be the same with Battlefield... and CoD will start to be the second game of his class.

    Please, spend some money in good things, like dedicated servers and making a new Graphics Engine... I'm spanish,
    Another year, the same **** this people of Activision don´t spend anu money of the millions and millions that have earned with all the CoD's, and some day, the PESvsFIFA will be the same with Battlefield... and CoD will start to be the second game of his class.

    Please, spend some money in good things, like dedicated servers and making a new Graphics Engine... I'm spanish, sorry my bad english.
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  86. Nov 11, 2011
    2
    leider absolut grottiges Game, der Singleplayer erinnert mehr an Rambo oder einen Uwe Boll Action Film, von Call of Duty oder Modern Warefare nichts mehr zu sehen. Gegner Welle nach Gegner Welle, da hat Battlefield 3 es geschafft deutlich authentischer rüberzukommen.

    Multiplayer ist leider auch ein Witz, wieder keine Dedicated Server mehr für Ranked Matches,
    leider absolut grottiges Game, der Singleplayer erinnert mehr an Rambo oder einen Uwe Boll Action Film, von Call of Duty oder Modern Warefare nichts mehr zu sehen. Gegner Welle nach Gegner Welle, da hat Battlefield 3 es geschafft deutlich authentischer rüberzukommen.

    Multiplayer ist leider auch ein Witz, wieder keine Dedicated Server mehr für Ranked Matches, heiÃ
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  87. Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Of course, the SP experience is the same as always, but what do you expect? Everyone wants Bigger, better, bad ass and that's what we get. The multiplayer is the best in the series and will keep me a long time handcuffed to my xbox.
  88. Nov 11, 2011
    10
    The game is fun no matter what others say, they will complain about everything. Alot of people are giving it crap due to it feeling just like mw2, but personally I feel like thats a good thing.
  89. Nov 11, 2011
    1
    Toujours la même chose. Le plaisir de jouer reste mais c'est tellement moche et les cartes si petites ! 2012 devra être une révolution, ne serait-ce que du point de vue des graphismes parce que sinon, les ventes vont chuter drastiquement. A bon entendeur !
  90. Nov 11, 2011
    9
    release was on 07-11-2011 12:00 @ Game Mania Sittard , i was there at 10:00 and came out at 01:13 was it word , ohw yeah !!, because this game is the best shooting at this moment. there is no other shooting game that can match with this , so for all the hater i know you are also enjoy this game but you just wanted to admit see you online :)
  91. Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Yikes ... What is this massive attack here?!?! O_____o

    I'm sorry but this game is very good! Modern warfare is as much a 3 3 than 3 Uncharted, Killzone 3, Gears of War 3 ... etc are 3. Uncharted 3 is as beautiful as the 2 and the lifetime is the same (or worse) Killzone 3: Same Gears of Wars 3: Same These three games, even if they have not been elected the best games of the year were
    Yikes ... What is this massive attack here?!?! O_____o

    I'm sorry but this game is very good!
    Modern warfare is as much a 3 3 than 3 Uncharted, Killzone 3, Gears of War 3 ... etc are 3.

    Uncharted 3 is as beautiful as the 2 and the lifetime is the same (or worse)
    Killzone 3: Same
    Gears of Wars 3: Same

    These three games, even if they have not been elected the best games of the year were very well received by players. Why? Ben by what these games are really good.

    Modern Warfare 3 is the same.

    The history of the single player is very good and unfortunately as short as 2.
    The multiplayer is as good as the two with a lot of new additions that are pretty nice.
    The few new mode of play is very nice.

    So yes I will go on Metacritic, so I'm going to put a 20/20 to make it back, and yes I agree with activision because their game was really under rated by the players!
    Why?

    Today by criticizing something that millions of people admire became a fashion.
    It's cool to say, "This is great game? Bwahhh not dropped me I'm not a sheep it is bad!"
    In short ... This mode of all evil criticizing for nothing exasperates me ... >____
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  92. Nov 11, 2011
    10
    the best call of duty !!! i like this so much, more than mw2
    10/10 =) i don't speack english because i'm french but this is a very good game, the best FPS, more than BF3 ^^
  93. Nov 11, 2011
    2
    Decu, j'ai pas trouvé de grandes nouveautées avec en plus un filtre ps3 blanchatre et de l'aliasing alors que sur 360 il n'y en a pas.
    Plus il y a du des batiments du premier Modern Warfare recyclé dans celui ci.
  94. Nov 11, 2011
    7
    MW3 is a good game, not a masterpiece nor a **** .... I enjoy playing it and that's what counts.
    That looks like MW2 is normal, after all, is always spoken of COD
  95. Nov 11, 2011
    10
    First of all, THIS game is excellent! The aiming is spot-on and the gameplay is just as fast paced as it has always been. There's no problem with running around and having random objects pop in out of nowhere. Many improvements have been made to the gameplay as well, along with some new features that I haven't seen before. Investing your time in the singleplayer campain doesn't feel like aFirst of all, THIS game is excellent! The aiming is spot-on and the gameplay is just as fast paced as it has always been. There's no problem with running around and having random objects pop in out of nowhere. Many improvements have been made to the gameplay as well, along with some new features that I haven't seen before. Investing your time in the singleplayer campain doesn't feel like a chore, but rather an unforgettable experience that will keep your hands glued to your controller. Climbing up the ranks online is just as addictive as it was before. If you're looking for the best first-person shooter on the market, don't waste your money on Battlefield 3. You would be doing yourself a favor if you bought this game!! Expand
  96. Nov 11, 2011
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If the game was the first of its series (Modern Warfare), it would be a 10. But it's not, and it's too easy to compare it to older games.

    For $60 two years after the release of MW2 you should be getting way more advanced graphics or better engine.

    Anyways, by itself it's a great game. Compared to it's predecessors, it's a minimum upgrade.
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  97. Nov 11, 2011
    2
    I loved Modern Warfare and when Modern Warfare 2 came out I was blown away. I like the way that the maps where so realistic and multi-dimentional. I liked that you could climb up and on everything there was a great balance for all classes. The new modern warfare feels like you just run in circles hoping that you can get a few kills before a 1st lvl player kills you. I have no problem withI loved Modern Warfare and when Modern Warfare 2 came out I was blown away. I like the way that the maps where so realistic and multi-dimentional. I liked that you could climb up and on everything there was a great balance for all classes. The new modern warfare feels like you just run in circles hoping that you can get a few kills before a 1st lvl player kills you. I have no problem with cutting down on the camping but this is the other extreme its just to much running with no stratagy at all. I must say I am very disapointed and find myself waiting for the Treyarch offering. Expand
  98. Nov 11, 2011
    9
    plus complet dans l'ensemble et plus complex pour la config des armes, atouts etc seul bémol le élite payant (grrr)

    mettre ici des zéro comme note n'est pas réaliste et dénote une envie de descendre ce jeu c'est juste du foutage de gueule
  99. Nov 11, 2011
    5
    I like Call of Duty but for me MW2 and Black Ops are better than MW3.
    There is no great improvement :/
    Hoping for updates to improve the game.
Metascore
88

Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 38 out of 39
  2. Negative: 0 out of 39
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
    Jan 4, 2012
    90
    As a complete package, Modern Warfare 3 takes the cake. [Jan 2012, p.67]