Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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  1. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    7
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!!!!!!!! cod
  2. RTCWFAN
    Jun 6, 2023
    7
    Good ending for a fantastic trilogy. Loved the story but the game is way too short. Overall rating: 7.4.
  3. goodgriff33
    Apr 27, 2023
    7
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  4. lesiuML
    Jan 24, 2022
    6
    It's a OKAY game but it's surely not even close to mw1 or 2. Story is just too quick in terms of action... Everything is happening very fast and you can't relax for a while in some calm mission. For me it was just too many explosions and too many unnecessary enemies respowns. Countless waves of enemies is just a bad decision... I've died too many times from blowing cars and enemiesIt's a OKAY game but it's surely not even close to mw1 or 2. Story is just too quick in terms of action... Everything is happening very fast and you can't relax for a while in some calm mission. For me it was just too many explosions and too many unnecessary enemies respowns. Countless waves of enemies is just a bad decision... I've died too many times from blowing cars and enemies spowning in front of me or behind me. Story is okay but it's not that engaging and well thought as previous mw games.… Expand
  5. frederik1478
    Jul 29, 2021
    5
    Call Duty Modern Warfare 3 basic step to get the franchise in on the good game play that was in Call of Duty Modern Warfare , The campaigns in the last 3 games have been kind of disappointing and it's just say that Black Ops was a fever dream. It was an enjoyable popcorn experience so it's ok
  6. storygamer
    Dec 24, 2020
    6
    Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, FPS fans will have their fun with this title. On the other hand, if you played the first two Modern Warfare games, you get nothing new here. Fast action-filled battles, a short but thrilling single-player campaign and a pretty fun multiplayer. And after all this fun, MW 3 is just like the FIFA franchise. EverythingCall Of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, FPS fans will have their fun with this title. On the other hand, if you played the first two Modern Warfare games, you get nothing new here. Fast action-filled battles, a short but thrilling single-player campaign and a pretty fun multiplayer. And after all this fun, MW 3 is just like the FIFA franchise. Everything warmed up, not good, not bad, just mediocre!… Expand
  7. SWFan523
    Nov 15, 2020
    5
    Big step down from MW2. Graphically, gameplay wise, and story. Has strong moments but a cookie cutter conclusion.
  8. h3xify
    Jul 21, 2020
    7
    Oh boy, Modern Warfare 3... I was very excited for this one. Once it was announced back in 2011, I just knew I had to Pre-Order it... But once the game had finally released, I was a bit disappointed. The game is literally the same as Modern Warfare 2, the User-Interface looks the same, many of the weapons are just taken from Modern Warfare 2, and they really destroyed the Nuke in this game.
  9. drlowdon
    May 2, 2020
    6
    Each new Call of Duty release has now become a truly global event as the hype machine builds towards its launch. Anyone who is a fan of the franchise will be getting exactly what they expect for their money. The campaign is as action packed as ever but even at just four hours long it became a bit of a chore to play through as it offers little that hasn’t already been seen in previousEach new Call of Duty release has now become a truly global event as the hype machine builds towards its launch. Anyone who is a fan of the franchise will be getting exactly what they expect for their money. The campaign is as action packed as ever but even at just four hours long it became a bit of a chore to play through as it offers little that hasn’t already been seen in previous entries in the series. Other criticisms that could be levelled at any Call of Duty game, such as an over reliance on scripted events and sections with infinitely respawning enemies, also still apply here. On occasions it is easy to get wrapped up in everything that is going on but for me these instances were the exception rather than the rule.

    Online multiplayer has also changed very little aside from a few new perks. The maps themselves are however rather disappointing this time around, none of them are downright poor but none could really be considered a true classic in the same way as Crash or Overgrown from previous games. In fact there is a distinct lack of variety in the maps with none really offering the opportunity for sniping or long range combat (although some may see this as a good thing I suppose). The Special Ops missions from Modern Warfare 2 also return and provide a good selection of challenging co-op game. In the end, despite the fact that the formula is now starting to wear a little thin, it seems as though the majority of people aren’t disappointed with Modern Warfare 3 as sales yet again reached record numbers.    … Expand
  10. Boxies
    Sep 16, 2019
    6
    This game is game of the year. That year is 2007. There are barely any noticable improvements, apart from new maps and a few new weapons. The gameplay is stale, and if you have been playing COD since COD4, you will experience fatigue with this release. The same rehashed gameplay, with literally the same textures from MW2. A solid expansion pack, however if you release a retail game, expectThis game is game of the year. That year is 2007. There are barely any noticable improvements, apart from new maps and a few new weapons. The gameplay is stale, and if you have been playing COD since COD4, you will experience fatigue with this release. The same rehashed gameplay, with literally the same textures from MW2. A solid expansion pack, however if you release a retail game, expect to be treated like one.… Expand
  11. dislexicpotato
    Oct 21, 2018
    7
    Although I had a ton of fun with MW3, the game relies too heavily on its predecessor MW2's ideas and feels more like an expansion of MW2 than a brand new game. Still overall a very fun game with solid maps and a very fun Infected mode.
  12. Andremax
    Sep 10, 2018
    7
    Story is at maximum good, not passing this, maybe the best (if it means something) in COD series. The point is only passing the time playing with friends and online, in aspect fun you can spend hours and hours with the game, the only reason for releasing a COD for year with the same engine and playability. In short, a game for the masses.
  13. iddqd4
    Jan 19, 2018
    7
    Номер девять в моем топе игр из серии Call of Duty.
  14. kiank
    Jan 1, 2018
    6
    Modern Warfare 3 was one of my least favorite call of duty games. I loved Modern Warfare 2 and think that it is one of the best call of duty games ever made, but I felt like Modern Warfare 3 deviated from the spirit and gameplay of Modern Warfare 2. The maps weren't done well, the guns felt over powered at time and I never really had much fun. That is why I will give it a 6.1.
  15. hammygas
    Dec 12, 2017
    6
    This is the worst of the Modern Warfare series, but still a good game. Felt like they over-reached for a shock moment, and the story telling is not as fresh as it was for Modern Warfares 1 and 2.

    Happy these guys are now making Titanfall and showing their extreme talent in that new franchise.
  16. BlakDak666
    May 31, 2017
    6
    Modern Warfare 3 is a massive disappointment on almost every level within the context of the previous games and not those that would follow. Based on how MW2 ended it's campaign, there was going to be a inevitable sequel, but I was very concern with what that sequel would entail. The campaign was just a mess of plot holes, little character development and railroading of epic proportionsModern Warfare 3 is a massive disappointment on almost every level within the context of the previous games and not those that would follow. Based on how MW2 ended it's campaign, there was going to be a inevitable sequel, but I was very concern with what that sequel would entail. The campaign was just a mess of plot holes, little character development and railroading of epic proportions for its big action moments. A convoluted multiplayer system that retreaded back much of what Black Ops established on top of numerous problems, a survival system that was lazily tacked on to try to be like zombies but fail almost miserably and a spec ops system that was still good, but still had the same problems MW2's version had and was never fixed. I did not think the reverb from Black Ops to MW3 would be so loud that it would make me tone deaf, because the noise of everything the game was trying to throw at me was just completely exhausting to listen to. The commercialization of the game was far more important than the game itself as far as I was concern.

    To fair however, I still had fun with the game. a 6/10 is often seen as a failing grade in the mainstream media of critics and players, but I thought MW3 was decent, alright and/or okay. It did still have cool campaign moments that made it feel like a big dumb action flick, the spec ops was still good and some charm was found in pockets on the multiplayer. It's just a dam shame again that it sunk so low on quality and the idea of war just doesnt exist. It's completely barren from the game's entire being. It might have a war in the background, but the feeling and pacing just eradicates any sense of the idea. MW3 is not a bad game, but not really a good game. Just my view though now looking back as a adult with a critical mind.    … Expand
  17. ZeoN
    May 29, 2017
    6
    Bastante mejor que su remasterizacio.TTK aceptable y mucha innovacion de cara al año de su salida.Bastante recomendable si quieres ver Call Of Duty en todo su esplendor
  18. salmansohail_
    May 13, 2017
    7
    Although Infinity Ward created some pretty fun filled Call of Duty games in the past. Modern Warfare 3 is a step down from the original modern warfare games. This one isn't as inspired or creative as the first two games however this doesn't make it a bad triple A shooter game. As even with its weaknesses Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 remains a strong video game.

    Campaign: My initials    Although Infinity Ward created some pretty fun filled Call of Duty games in the past. Modern Warfare 3 is a step down from the original modern warfare games. This one isn't as inspired or creative as the first two games however this doesn't make it a bad triple A shooter game. As even with its weaknesses Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 remains a strong video game.

    Campaign: My initials thoughts for Modern Warfare 3's campaign was fun, explosive and big. And I got exactly that. When I stepped into the campaign of Modern Warfare 3 I was greeted to one of the best Call of Duty Campaign openers. I loved how fast and explosive it feltI loved how the game didn't run to far away from its Call of Duty style. I loved the story and the way it is told. There are somethings I was disappointed in with the campaign. The main thing would just be how it feels to much like its trying to be a film not a video game. However set that aside Call of Duty MW3s campaign is almost as good at Modern Warfare 1 and 2's campaign

    Campaign: 8/10

    Multiplayer: Although Call of Duty is mainly known for its explosive multiplayer I felt as if 2011's Call of Duty felt too similar to MW2. TOO SIMILAR. The map layouts were very similar and even the graphics didn't look any different. The weapons were the same and the multiplayer mode just felt like it was MW2's original Multiplayer however they decided to scrap it and throw it in to MW3. However the multiplayer can be fun if you really enjoyed MW2's. It isn't anything new however its still an exceptable addition to Call of Duty MW3.

    Multiplayer: 6.8/10

    Survival: Survival is the newest addition to Infinity Wards Call of Duty MW3. And it may as well be the strongest. Survival mode is something new and something unique. Adapting from Zombies treyarch formula the game made a third mode and mode that was especially fun to play. I found myself enjoying Survival mode alot. And that it was very fun with friends. This was an addition to MW3's Call of Duty mode that was probably the best. Making it Infinity Wards next go to third gamemode. I feel as if they should bring back Survival mode for their next call of duty. Its fun and feels innovative. Unfortunately the gamemode doesn't have an actual story so you just run around random maps shooting hoards of enemies. Still very fun.

    Survival: 8/10

    Verdict. 2011's Call of Duty was the first weakest addition to Activisions growing Call of Duty franchise however it still came out to be a funfilled and enjoyable experience.

    Pros:
    -Good Campaign and Story Telling
    -Really Fun Survival Mode
    -Multiplayer Mode adapts from MW2

    Cons:
    -Weak Multiplayer, too similar to MW2.
    -Game Breaking Glitchs

    Overall: 7.6/10    … Expand
  19. goldenelk
    May 16, 2016
    6
    This game is alright overall. My favorite game was infected and drop zone, but some of the other modes I didn't enjoy as much as previous games. this game could have used some more effort in production.
  20. aidanpscott
    Apr 22, 2016
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SPOILERS AHEAD:

    This is one of the most disappointing games I've ever played! After the masterpiece that was MW2, I expected MW2 on steroids, but instead I got this crap! The worst part of this game is, by far, the Campaign! The campaigns of both previous Modern Warfare games are legendary! The story is dumb, generic, and forgettable. What's worse is it doesn't feel like Modern Warfare at all, until the Third Act. After Soap dies, the campaign actually has weight, but oh my god!!!

    The multiplayer is laggy as hell, and the maps are terrible! They nerfed some of the best guns from MW2 including the UMP45, Barrett 50Cal, and ACR! WTF! The IMS is ridiculous, the graphics are worse than MW2's, and maybe even the first MW game! The spec ops missions are lazily tacked on, but Survival mode is a nice addition, IMO.

    It's not a bad game, but the hype and disappointment is why this game gets such terrible reviews!

    It's mediocre, forgettable, dumb, and basically a copy-paste of MW2 but with more BS, like the IMS, Juggernaut, etc.

    By the way, the original Dev team that created the previous Modern Warfare Games were either fired or quit! The new Infinity Award team is a bunch of noob developers! After this game, DO NOT BUY ANY IW COD AGAIN!!    … Expand
  21. Termin8ter
    Feb 5, 2016
    7
    Once again Sledgehammer and Infinity ward has farted out another lackluster Call Of Duty title, Modern Warfare 3, MW3 barely improves upon MW2, the HUD is exactly the same, the guns are exactly the same, and the campaign, is kinda interesting, but not enough that you'd want to slog through it. Don't buy this game, you will regret it. Buy Skyrim instead.
  22. cish
    Oct 20, 2015
    7
    A step back for call of duty. Essentially was MW2 level graphics with worse gameplay and maps. Campaign was satisfying though, especially at the end...
  23. poklane
    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.
  24. callumjsouth
    Dec 6, 2014
    5
    MW3 lacks the iconic Call of Duty feel that we have become accustomed too. It feels at times like some cheap Call of Duty rip off, this limits it's potential and makes for an irritating lack of identity. The multiplayer maps are poor but the conclusion to the trilogy's story makes this instalment worth playing.
  25. Billian
    Nov 2, 2014
    7
    A worthy successor to the Modern Warfare franchise, but not exactly trailblazing. The campaign was a nice book-end to the MW saga, and the multiplayer was serviceable. MW3's multiplayer introduced the "Specialist" system as well as the "attack" streaks and "support" streaks. These were big additions that have helped shape the CoD multiplayer. MW3 was a good CoD, it just wasn't the best.
  26. jlenoconel
    Aug 25, 2014
    5
    Call of Duty is an OK game at times, but it just sucks that gameplay is just so incredibly linear you more or less do the same thing throughout each game. I'd probably go as far as saying CoD is the most boring, popular video game franchise around. Makes me sleepy.
  27. darkspirezx
    Jul 14, 2014
    5
    It's one of those call of duty games that are not that great but it has something to do with an extra feature like for example: Spec Ops. Spec Ops is got me interested in this game more than the campaign and multiplayer. Multiplayer felt too similar to mw2.
  28. threeName
    Jun 15, 2014
    7
    I plan to give an honest review of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, I have seen very in the middle reviews, most are in the extremes of either 10s or 0s, 0 being the more prevalent. My review will be broken down in three branches, one for each of the three main sections of the game. As everyone else giving a review has pointed out, MW3 was built using the same engine was MW2, and because ofI plan to give an honest review of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, I have seen very in the middle reviews, most are in the extremes of either 10s or 0s, 0 being the more prevalent. My review will be broken down in three branches, one for each of the three main sections of the game. As everyone else giving a review has pointed out, MW3 was built using the same engine was MW2, and because of that, the visuals aren't what you'd expect from the third game in series (I'm talking Modern Warfare series, not the Call of Duty series in general) . The graphics do look a bit more polished, but that is most likely do to the artists, then the engine drawing them. Campaign: I just finished the campaign on Veteran difficulty. The campaign in terms of story is by far one of the best I have ever played in the Call of Duty franchise, but that is not to say I couldn't predict it either. On the final missions, the music is so perfectly made for the scene that it boosts up what would otherwise be a lackluster finale to the series. All together though, the campaign took me for a ride that I will never forget, at the end of it, I did actually feel very entertained and amazed. However, the atrocities that has plagued every Modern Warfare game still exists in MW3, by which I mean, enemies will disregard their own safety to rush past your A.I teammates and charge for you, and only you. The enemies know where you are, and if in view will shoot only for you and not at your other A.I teammates. Your A.I teammates aren't intelligent by any means, even on Veteran difficulty they are terrible accuracy. Perhaps the most annoying thing though is the fact that the enemies will infinitely spawn from doors and behind buildings unless you continue to move up, if you sit back you eventually will die from running low on ammo. Special Ops:Special Ops was a new feature to MW2, and it was a brilliant innovation to the series, Infinity Ward and Sledge Hammer Games didn't break the imagine barrier here, they added their own version of Zombies, a Treyarch signature. MW3 has taken that idea and brought it into the Modern Warfare perspective by instead of zombies, it's wave after wave of increasingly difficult soldiers. They added a couple new features like being able to buy perks and artillery, but it isn't anything new to the franchise, it's a mix from Treyarch's zombies and GOW's Horde 2.0 fortifications in my personal opinion. The rest of Spec Ops allows you to either go in alone, or team up with a buddy to do a variety of missions taken from the campaign or specially created for Spec Ops and try and beat them for, both to earn stars (get all stars to get an achievement) and beat times set by your friends. Multiplayer: Obviously if you're buying a CoD game, you aren't just buying it for the story line, you are buying it to play some good old competitive multiplayer. As one reviewer put it, it looks and feels like MW 2.5, and I'd agree, I do feel like I dropped 60 dollars for new maps, that's about it. Sure you do have some new guns and perks, but that doesn't constitute the money I put down for it. They tried to do too much with the maps this time around, their are about five different ways to go to any one spot, or in any one alleyway you may be running down and the the chances that someone isn't waiting for you, or will spot you is low, and it gets aggravating very quickly. Two of my personal problems with the game are, they split up the Sleight of Hand Pro ability from Modern Warfare 2, and put it's base ability and pro ability into two separate perks. They also took out Stopping Power, my personal favorite perk, why I don't know, perhaps to balance the game, but even still the game is very very much unbalanced. There are definitively certain guns that are better than others, and without Stopping Power if it's a bad gun, unfortunately it's a bad gun now, because without extra damage you won't kill anyone. Lag is a problem this time around, I've shot at a guy with the same gun as me, only to hit him first, but still die because my other bullets didn't register. The Strike Packages are terrible and not thought through at all, the Support Package where your kill streaks don't reset on death is a nice idea, but bad implementation. UAV's are CONSTANTLY being called in a match, it's very aggravating, also stealth bombers are apart of the Support Package, I don't understand that implementation either. If the Support Package actually did only Support it'd be nice, but with stealth bombers and advanced UAVs, not using it when you know you can get at least 9 kills a game is stupidity. When you think about it, a new CoD has come out yearly with the same fast paced action formula, so the fact that the latest in the series didn't change much shouldn't be that big of a surprise to anyone. I'm giving it a 7 out of 10, for being what MW2 should have been.… Expand
  29. XBONE
    Jan 28, 2014
    6
    Kind of an ehh game, it's like a crappy version of mw2, infinity ward really messed up on this one. Not a horrible game, but not a game to get. .
  30. ThisMustBeHalo
    Jan 4, 2014
    6
    Well, the best summary I can give is, it's not like it's generous to call it a game, but it's nothing special. I'm not much of a CoD fan, and as such, I can't give this game high marks. I did enjoy the bulk of the singleplayer game, even if a bit short. The multiplayer, once again, isn't that great. At least they nerfed explosives, no more "noob tube" spam. However, it is the same grind asWell, the best summary I can give is, it's not like it's generous to call it a game, but it's nothing special. I'm not much of a CoD fan, and as such, I can't give this game high marks. I did enjoy the bulk of the singleplayer game, even if a bit short. The multiplayer, once again, isn't that great. At least they nerfed explosives, no more "noob tube" spam. However, it is the same grind as it is for MW2, which is only slightly better in my opinion. I do feel, once again, that the game could've been a lot better with a bit more play-testing. Really, get a guy to level up his character to 80. I doubt he would make it far before the controller goes through the television screen. Then again, it did give a few hours of good fun, and that was nice while it lasted. However, if you must get this game for whatever reason, wait until a sale.… Expand
  31. SchroederRock
    Dec 27, 2013
    7
    It's Modern Warfare 2.5. Infinity Ward have finally showed signs of aging and depletion as Modern Warfare 3, which would be a good game on its own without any history, comes off as a hardcore "been there, done that" experience instead of the trend-setting FPS experience that the previous two Modern Warfare games succeeded with. If you haven't played much Call of Duty in the past, thenIt's Modern Warfare 2.5. Infinity Ward have finally showed signs of aging and depletion as Modern Warfare 3, which would be a good game on its own without any history, comes off as a hardcore "been there, done that" experience instead of the trend-setting FPS experience that the previous two Modern Warfare games succeeded with. If you haven't played much Call of Duty in the past, then MW3 is a good game to get in on. But if you've been with CoD for the last few games, or the entire franchise, then you too will likely start feeling the effect of a tiring game. Personally, I'd rather people keep playing Modern Warfare 2 because that to me is the best CoD gets.… Expand
  32. LilD
    Nov 2, 2013
    6
    MW3 is easily the worst Call of Duty to date. The campaign is short (and story is absolutely terrible), multiplayer is more of the same, and the game's overall feel just seems like a slightly beefed up MW2. The original Modern Warfare had one of the best campaigns of any game and MW3 continues the trend of the very cheesy and ridiculous story that MW2 had. It is very disappointing sinceMW3 is easily the worst Call of Duty to date. The campaign is short (and story is absolutely terrible), multiplayer is more of the same, and the game's overall feel just seems like a slightly beefed up MW2. The original Modern Warfare had one of the best campaigns of any game and MW3 continues the trend of the very cheesy and ridiculous story that MW2 had. It is very disappointing since the original Modern Warfare was so incredibly awesome. MW3 multiplayer is not even nearly as fun as the previous Black Ops. I played probably hundreds of hours of online Black Ops and couldn't get into MW3's at all.… Expand
  33. xUndeathlyAngel
    Oct 29, 2013
    6
    Modern Warfare 3 was not as good as I had expected it to be. Infinity Ward had so much potential in making this game PERFECT, but the game just did not live up to the hype. Aside from the lack-luster campaign to which I shall not spoil, the special ops is pretty fun including the 'survival' option. Multiplayer is basic and really has nothing special other than 'kill confirmed' which hasModern Warfare 3 was not as good as I had expected it to be. Infinity Ward had so much potential in making this game PERFECT, but the game just did not live up to the hype. Aside from the lack-luster campaign to which I shall not spoil, the special ops is pretty fun including the 'survival' option. Multiplayer is basic and really has nothing special other than 'kill confirmed' which has brought a new view on game types for Call of Duty. Aside from everything, this game was average.… Expand
  34. murndawg
    Oct 25, 2013
    5
    W3 is best described as 'meh'. The on-line multi player is ok, but as usual, the community destroy any chance of me and others enjoying it. The campaign is the usual modern shooter affair...dull, short and explosions everywhere. I did enjoy the survival mode, especially with friends. I was lucky to pick it up for £6 and its worth that £6, i would not pay any more for this. I thinkW3 is best described as 'meh'. The on-line multi player is ok, but as usual, the community destroy any chance of me and others enjoying it. The campaign is the usual modern shooter affair...dull, short and explosions everywhere. I did enjoy the survival mode, especially with friends. I was lucky to pick it up for £6 and its worth that £6, i would not pay any more for this. I think the franchise needs to change itself up to survive.… Expand
  35. Yankeee007
    Oct 17, 2013
    6
    Cod MW3 is only good at multiplayer The single player is not so great Multiplayer on the other hand it's deep cuztomizable and good .the major flaw is the single player and the games presentation they're not presented well
  36. I_WIN_LOL
    Sep 2, 2013
    6
    I am a fan of the Call of Duty franchise but, man, did this game let me down. The campaign in every other Call of Duty game was short and sweet. The story mode to Modern Warfare 3 was still short, but terrible. I beat like 4 missions and then moved to the multiplayer and never played the campaign again. But the multiplayer is decent fun. There are so many unlocks and the gunplay is fun.I am a fan of the Call of Duty franchise but, man, did this game let me down. The campaign in every other Call of Duty game was short and sweet. The story mode to Modern Warfare 3 was still short, but terrible. I beat like 4 missions and then moved to the multiplayer and never played the campaign again. But the multiplayer is decent fun. There are so many unlocks and the gunplay is fun. However, the killstreaks are unbalanced. The game is decent and clearly doesnt deserve a "0" overall.… Expand
  37. senogad
    Aug 28, 2013
    5
    At first, I really didn't like this game, I didn't like survival mode, I didn't fond the story interesting and I thought multiplayer was the exact same as before. After a few months of not touching it I returned to it after hearing the release of the new call of duty game and began to play multiplayer. And I have to admit I quite enjoyed it, I would say that its probably my favorite CallAt first, I really didn't like this game, I didn't like survival mode, I didn't fond the story interesting and I thought multiplayer was the exact same as before. After a few months of not touching it I returned to it after hearing the release of the new call of duty game and began to play multiplayer. And I have to admit I quite enjoyed it, I would say that its probably my favorite Call of duty multiplayer game I have played (although that,s not saying much seeing that I have only played a few) but I did think it was quite fun. but in my opinion that's the only thing the game has going for it. If the multiplayer didn't exist I would give this game a 2 or a 3 but the multiplayer saves it from being a disaster.… Expand
  38. GamerBhoy89
    Aug 25, 2013
    7
    It would be highly pointless of me to write a review on this because the same reasons have been given but I'll jump in.

    No, it isn't innovative. It's the same gameplay as before. Doesn't make it overall horrible, we liked the game we played before, and so on. But at this stage do we really need to throw in such high expectations? The people complaining are the same people who bought    It would be highly pointless of me to write a review on this because the same reasons have been given but I'll jump in.

    No, it isn't innovative. It's the same gameplay as before.

    Doesn't make it overall horrible, we liked the game we played before, and so on. But at this stage do we really need to throw in such high expectations? The people complaining are the same people who bought it. You knew what to expect, unless you never looked up any footage prior to purchasing it.

    Nonetheless, it's enjoyable, and very addictive. But yeah, something needs to change. Maybe Call of Duty: Ghosts will try something different but I will expect the worst and be a pessimist. At least then I'm not as disappointed when I'm presented with the same recycled gameplay.    … Expand
  39. Vyrotix
    Aug 9, 2013
    6
    Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is a good game, but there are certain glitches and the Multiplayer is not much organized, as well for the spawns. But for the cause I give this game a 6 rating for addicting content such as Chaos Mode or Survival, and polished graphics. Those must be all I guess.
  40. crackshot36
    Aug 5, 2013
    5
    My review for MW3

    SINGLE PLAYER: 9/10. high point in a lackluster game. continued from MW2, it ends the modern warfare saga with a satisfying end GRAPHICS: 4/10. S.S.D.Y. SOUND:5/10. S.S.D.Y. MULTIPLAYER: 6/10. some small additions, but this could have been a map pack for MW2 GAMEPLAY: 7/10. no problems OR changes here FUN FACTOR: 7/10. COD superfans will still like this, but it    My review for MW3

    SINGLE PLAYER: 9/10. high point in a lackluster game. continued from MW2, it ends the modern warfare saga with a satisfying end
    GRAPHICS: 4/10. S.S.D.Y.
    SOUND:5/10. S.S.D.Y.
    MULTIPLAYER: 6/10. some small additions, but this could have been a map pack for MW2
    GAMEPLAY: 7/10. no problems OR changes here
    FUN FACTOR: 7/10. COD superfans will still like this, but it just more of the same, and in this case, its bad
    TOTAL: 5/10    … Expand
  41. gawkybravo1
    Jul 8, 2013
    5
    Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is a decent game, The story was amazing, but it's in the multiplayer where the game starts to disappoint. It literally is the exact same as modern warfare 2, some of the weapons are the exact same as in modern warfare 2 but with a new look slapped on. There is only 1 new mode, and it's the common hoard mode. But there are some really good multiplayer maps. AndCall of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is a decent game, The story was amazing, but it's in the multiplayer where the game starts to disappoint. It literally is the exact same as modern warfare 2, some of the weapons are the exact same as in modern warfare 2 but with a new look slapped on. There is only 1 new mode, and it's the common hoard mode. But there are some really good multiplayer maps. And killstreaks, even if some are cheap and impossible to avoid if the enemy gets one. Plus when you think of a sequel you think of innovation, there is very little found in this game. In the end it is a solid game.… Expand
  42. OceanicMeerkat
    Jul 2, 2013
    7
    A very safe play by Infinity Ward and Activision. It looks very similar to Modern Warfare 2, and it plays fairly similar as well (just without the noobtubes). Gun balance is iffy, but everything else is on a fairly even playing field. Best played with a group of friends, pub-stomping is prominent in MW3, and mediocre players will have a very hard time leveling up on their own. DespiteA very safe play by Infinity Ward and Activision. It looks very similar to Modern Warfare 2, and it plays fairly similar as well (just without the noobtubes). Gun balance is iffy, but everything else is on a fairly even playing field. Best played with a group of friends, pub-stomping is prominent in MW3, and mediocre players will have a very hard time leveling up on their own. Despite these flaws, multiplayer remains a fun romp with recoilless guns and devastating killstreaks.
    Single-player campaign is only worth touching for those interested in the story of Soap and Captain Price. While gameplay is hugely boring for long-time fans of the series, the story is told adequately and will excite those looking for more Modern Warfare fiction.
    Spec Ops has been revamped, but still pails in comparison to Treyarch's Zombie mode.    … Expand
  43. iamTylerDurden
    Jun 9, 2013
    5
    HONESTLY IT DOES HURT THE GAME INDUSTRY THAT THESE REDUNDANT COD GAMES SELL 30MIL COPPIES EACH. People buy 20-30mil copies of CoD and miss out on truly unique games like metro 2033 or the darkness 2 and these are in the same genre they are FPS's and damn good too. How many people can say they truly bought call of duty black ops AND Metro 2033 Not many if any and at least metro is an FPSHONESTLY IT DOES HURT THE GAME INDUSTRY THAT THESE REDUNDANT COD GAMES SELL 30MIL COPPIES EACH. People buy 20-30mil copies of CoD and miss out on truly unique games like metro 2033 or the darkness 2 and these are in the same genre they are FPS's and damn good too. How many people can say they truly bought call of duty black ops AND Metro 2033 Not many if any and at least metro is an FPS too. Can anyone say black op2 was actually pound for pound better than Deus Ex H.R.? Now i don't always agree with critics but even they thought deus ex was much better than black ops2 and look how deus ex sells maybe 2 million including pc and Call of doody black oops2 sells 10 times that on xbox alone. Even worse a great immersive FPS with ten times the heart and story Metro 2033 sells under 500,000 copies, yes it sold in the ball park of four hundred thousand copies...shameful that a quality game like that sells all together less than what CoD sells in one day. Is this because CoD blows ops2 is soooooo much better than metro....? NO, it is not but brain washed sheep buy the same game with the same engine in it with the same graphics every single year, they just change the name or put a creative (1),(2),or (3) next to it and the lambs come running to shell out 60$ instead of getting a truly unique experience and maybe having some taste or style or any uniqueness of your own. Even a mega hit multiplatform game that in my opinion might be the best of all time the vaunted "Fallout 3" pales in comparison with around 8mil sold while each CoD game more than triples those sales. Can even a CoD fan name any CoD game that even comes close to being as great as Fallout 3....wait i forgot to say that modernwarfare 2 doesn't count........just kidding that would be too cruel because that is what you were gonna say right CoD fanboy you original gamer you, and i bet you play CoD on your XBOX too how original and i bet you don't even play the 4hr campaign do you? All you 14yr olds and 40yr olds alike just grab a slim jim, take a swig of Monster if you are 14 and of course Budweiser if you are 40 and start on that CoD multiplayer with all that great story and non repetitive MP gameplay, of course you do this while waiting in anticipation for bungie's next sterile, super unique( i.e. halo 3 odst) game. Oh wait bungie is actually doing something good now (i.e. Destiny) so i guess 343 or whatever their name is will be copy and pasting a new label on the same old halo game, but at least halo doesnt come out twice a year. Good luck on not being as good as Battlefield 4 Call of Doody Ghosts (scary ghosts) but hey there are enough dumb people out there so you will outsell them even with last gen graphics and the same exact engine as model warfare. Greedy, Greedy Activision shoveling crap and calling it caviar when will you stop buying it.… Expand
  44. lxliNsAniTylxl
    Jun 2, 2013
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Giving this a 6 because of the campaign, and co op was fun. I didn't like the multiplayer because of the connections to the servers. The gun took a different direction, except for some of them. I just like it because of the campaign pretty much. Finally got to kill Makarov… Expand
  45. oscarreviews
    Jun 1, 2013
    7
    *sigh* i remember the good old days of modern warfare 2 so much fun, modern warfare 3 tries to revive those old days by using the same things that made moder warfare 2 so succesful, but it is starting to show it's age, it doesnt go as far as to say it is all copy paste but overall it feels the same, for some it´s gonna be great and for some it's gonna be copy paste, for me it is great, i*sigh* i remember the good old days of modern warfare 2 so much fun, modern warfare 3 tries to revive those old days by using the same things that made moder warfare 2 so succesful, but it is starting to show it's age, it doesnt go as far as to say it is all copy paste but overall it feels the same, for some it´s gonna be great and for some it's gonna be copy paste, for me it is great, i like the excitement of leveling up and getting new guns, those thrills are still here but modern warfare 3 isn't gonna please all the fans, i liked it but it kind of feels like modern warfare 2, nevertheless modern warfare 3 is still a good experience, but i prefer modern warfare 2… Expand
  46. Earthboundness
    May 23, 2013
    6
    When this game was initially released, I decided to score it a 9. This is in complete conflict to my current opinion, and I have no idea what I was thinking at the time. I presumably scored it so highly out of some form of loyalty to Infinity Ward, trying to help them against some of the seemingly unfair reviews. I'm rather ashamed of having done this, and wanted to put things more on theWhen this game was initially released, I decided to score it a 9. This is in complete conflict to my current opinion, and I have no idea what I was thinking at the time. I presumably scored it so highly out of some form of loyalty to Infinity Ward, trying to help them against some of the seemingly unfair reviews. I'm rather ashamed of having done this, and wanted to put things more on the level.

    To take another look at this game, its certainly nothing special. While the Campaign of COD 4 was largely praised for its characters and setting. Its difficult to say the same here, simply playing along with the same recipe that just feels rather dated now, given its lack of change. But multiplayer is the main reason most are brought to Call of Duty, and it at seems a little more balanced in its gunplay following patches, something not shared by its predecessor. However, other issues quickly come to light. Odd choices such as the changes from Killstreaks to score streaks raise a number of issues.One such example is the stealth bomber, which can be earned quiet easily, due to being placed in the "support" section, meaning that the kills to obtain it compile even after death. This makes the bomber appear far to regularly, which is also far too offensive for its support namesake on many of the maps. Which brings me to another huge issue, the maps. Graphically their all rather unimpressive, largely just a series of drab, darkly hued buildings or rubble. Those that aren't marred by this issue instead of horrendous and unmemorable layouts that just don't live up to the experiences had on many of MW2's maps, such as "Afghan." When the maps are as bad as they are, its difficult to praise MW3's multiplayer at all.

    Other than these points, the rest is largely standard fair, with a few new options to keep you busy. The cooperative spec ops mode adds a little more longevity with its survival and mission modes, but it feels rather tacked on given that it can only be played with two players, a particularly noticeable omission in the uninspired survival mode.

    And that's all there really is to say. Its not particularly superior or inferior to other titles in the series. If you enjoyed them and want more, it'll largely give you what your after, but if you've always disliked the series, this certainly wont change that.    … Expand
  47. houyi111
    May 7, 2013
    6
    I cannot play MP since it felt like However, still like the SP, the story sometimes made no sense, but the missions self just getting better and better. I gave it a six, because I remember at one time I was like, OK, the storyline of the cod MW trilogy is still better than Mass effect, at least at the end Makarov got killed, his father didnt show up and told me how misery of MakarovsI cannot play MP since it felt like However, still like the SP, the story sometimes made no sense, but the missions self just getting better and better. I gave it a six, because I remember at one time I was like, OK, the storyline of the cod MW trilogy is still better than Mass effect, at least at the end Makarov got killed, his father didnt show up and told me how misery of Makarovs childhood and I should feel sorry for him, then the father gave me three choices to, 1. kill the father, but in the meantime somehow kill all the people with horrible childhood, 2. transfer&merge to the father, and use my love to change Makarov and everyone lives happily afterwards, 3. replace Marakrov as the leader of the gangs.... so, yeah, as the end episode of cod, it is not that bad.… Expand
  48. DoctorMedic
    May 4, 2013
    6
    It works, but it's not as good as the others. A slight shame to the Call of Duty series, but not as big a mess as Declassified. 6/10 Sentry Busters riding on horses.
  49. Scootsmen
    Mar 29, 2013
    6
    MW3 has a long list of problems, but its worst offense is how rehashed it is. Nothing in the game, from the assets to the experience, feel fresh whatsoever. The single-player has a pretty good story, but the whole experience is butchered by unnecessary scripted scenes and a low difficulty (I played on Regular). The multiplayer aspect feels like it is trying to be a more balanced MW2, butMW3 has a long list of problems, but its worst offense is how rehashed it is. Nothing in the game, from the assets to the experience, feel fresh whatsoever. The single-player has a pretty good story, but the whole experience is butchered by unnecessary scripted scenes and a low difficulty (I played on Regular). The multiplayer aspect feels like it is trying to be a more balanced MW2, but they overbalanced it and guns feel the same and don't have much of a personality. The killstreaks aren't very inventive and the rest of the customization options are not very interesting. The maps are possibly the worst offender, being very cramped and all very maze-like. The survival is possibly the most original feature and it soars, being the best part of the game. Overall, the game feels like a money-grab for Activision and the game does little to nothing to push the franchise forward. I would not recommend this game, unless you are a Call of Duty fanatic who just wants to prestige above all of the other players.… Expand
  50. infected-dragon
    Mar 28, 2013
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Predecessor of MW2, MW3 is a next rung on the COD ladder, giving us access to more of the life Cpt. Soap as we continue on our quest to hunt down Makarov all within an action packed storyline to match. MW3 might have its downsides within the game such as the spawning system for its multiplayer in which I can be playing be killed only to be then shot 2 seconds after spawning again and its many bugs such as outpost wall-breaching glitch, this all adds to the thrill and adventure to the game-play or so I have found it that is.
    Developed by Infinity Ward, MW3 shows that IW really know what they’re doing when it comes to producing one hell of a game, just goes to show that you don’t need a huge development team to produce a game like MW3 unlike that of BO2. Which failed in comparison to MW3 as regards to feedback. We see a return to dedicated servers in MW3 whilst still providing us with the multiplayer lobbies we experienced in MW2 unlike that of BO1 which simply did multiplayer lobbies and no dedicated lobbies and BO2 which just did dedicated lobbies instead of multiplayer lobbies when will they learn to add both of them instead of 1 or the other.

    With dedicated servers in place MW3 brings the party, allowing players to experience MW3 like no other game before it, things like High Jump servers and Infected Shop servers bring even more action to the player that wants the thrill and adventure of a fire-fight in mid air or the exploring of new places within the maps. Like come on who doesn’t want to reach the Eiffel tower on Resistance? Cause I certainly want to, so what if I can’t get there fully it still adds to the fun of the game.

    Along with the main game of MW3 of course comes the ever increasing collection packs ranging from 1 to 4 these DLC’s offer new maps for players to dominate and master, new spec ops to blast through like the veterans they are.

    A new game mode hits the scene within the MW3 collection DLC’s, named Chaos mode; it says exactly what it does on the tin. In which players can either solo or blast it out with a friend through their favourite maps against a limitless amount of spawning enemies.

    Designed to test the player/player’s logical thinking, Chaos mode is the perfect mode for testing strategies/strength of the player. The amount of times I tried to get past 5 juggernauts all charging at me at once was very filling for my taste of adrenaline and thrill as I ran for my life like the coward I am.

    Overall I feel MW3 even with its ups and its downs is a 7/10 from me.    … Expand
  51. TheBlacky
    Mar 20, 2013
    7
    the graphics hadnt change the story its normal but boring i think the last mission was the best online is good i like prestige and golden guns only online saves this game from bad vote
  52. aadms
    Feb 12, 2013
    6
    I'm basing this score on buying this game for around twenty dollars and the percieved value of enjoyment I got out of this. I learned awhile ago not to buy these shooter games for the full $60 because I found out that I really don't enjoy playing multiplayer. So this score is also reflected mainly on the single player experience. Ahem....That was incredibly short even for a ModernI'm basing this score on buying this game for around twenty dollars and the percieved value of enjoyment I got out of this. I learned awhile ago not to buy these shooter games for the full $60 because I found out that I really don't enjoy playing multiplayer. So this score is also reflected mainly on the single player experience. Ahem....That was incredibly short even for a Modern Warfare game. The final game to what turned out to be an over-the-top storyline trilogy was over before it even began. It didn't even take me four hours. I still run around like a chicken with my head cut off getting barked at for going the wrong way, or taking my time taking out a tank, or whatever,...and its still a fun first person shooter. Lots of increadible destruction graphics, struggling to get out of debris or from falling from dizzying heights. Again, the story line is over the top and doesn't make much sense or have any realism to it, but it is interesting as any Darkhorse comic out there that ask us to suspend disbelief. Fun game and worth it for twenty dollars, no more, but still could have fleshed out the storyline and should have made it a bit longer than 3 and a half hours.… Expand
  53. joeybear
    Dec 27, 2012
    6
    There is nothing revolutionary here, the multiplayer is enjoyable. The SP campaign is ok. The map variety (with the overly-priced DLC) is alright. MP games devolve into folks just hip-firing everywhere with SMGs and akimbo pistols; it gets old fast. Graphics and Sound are what they are; these games are being developed for rapidly aging consoles. If they included the DLC maps in theThere is nothing revolutionary here, the multiplayer is enjoyable. The SP campaign is ok. The map variety (with the overly-priced DLC) is alright. MP games devolve into folks just hip-firing everywhere with SMGs and akimbo pistols; it gets old fast. Graphics and Sound are what they are; these games are being developed for rapidly aging consoles. If they included the DLC maps in the original game, it would approach the retail price, the vanilla game does not.… Expand
  54. Princevalvick64
    Dec 21, 2012
    6
    "Call of duty: Modern Warfare 3 is different from CoD: Black ops but it only differs in preference" There isn't much new to MW3 then it is changed from CoD:BO. MW3 does add some different and interesting ideas but replaces the the ideas from CoD:BO and it causes its own flaws. To get started, MW3's campaign is of course, short and by far, the worse in the series at lest in my view point."Call of duty: Modern Warfare 3 is different from CoD: Black ops but it only differs in preference" There isn't much new to MW3 then it is changed from CoD:BO. MW3 does add some different and interesting ideas but replaces the the ideas from CoD:BO and it causes its own flaws. To get started, MW3's campaign is of course, short and by far, the worse in the series at lest in my view point. The story covers and plays a new protagonist name Yai but he doesn't make him self important besides just to witness the events with Soap and Price. You also play as american name Frost but his story seems lest important to the main plot besides witnessing the war in Europe. With out spoiling, characters will die and it can be pretty cliche and out of nowhere. To replace Zombies from CoD: Black ops, MW3 adds a different mode called Survivor mode. You fight waves and waves incoming infantry and helicopters. You can play this mode in all multiplayer maps as a basic horde like mode but that's about it. MW3 still also brings Spec ops as short campaign missions for 2 players. The multiplayer in MW3 comes close as the most balance Cod game yet since CoD4 but that's change the cheap flaws such as Death Streaks and some overpowered Point streak rewards. Cod:Mw3 adds a point system instead just kill streaks. This is good idea for supportive players being rewarded for doing their objective. MW3 adds 3 different reward streaks such as Assault for offence rewards, Support rewards for small supportive rewards(Death doesn't reset the streak), and Perk rewards players extra perks until death. This is step up for progressive players but not all that much. That's about it when it comes to new in MW3's multiplayer and the rest is just different from CoD:BO. I enjoy the weapons a lot better in MW3 having a set recoil to learn from each gun and perks are well set besides a few a being a tad Overpowered. There is a 4th perk for guns in MW3 but they seem more like invisible attachments then special perks. The major down sides to MW3 compare to Cod:BO and Mw2 is the terrible to decent maps in MW3. The maps are smaller and cramped with narrow hallways and buildings and small open areas that lead to more narrow areas. The DLC maps may look better that also means paying another 50 bucks for them. I do like some of the changes and very few of the new ideas in MW3 but they also come with there flaws. I suggest picking up MW3 if skipped Cod: Black ops for the wait of MW3. Other then that, you really enjoy Black ops, give MW3 a rent or best just pass for the next Cod, Black ops 2.… Expand
  55. DME
    Dec 20, 2012
    7
    In short, MW3 is a solid game, but not as good as Black Ops. The campaign isn't memorable and multiplayer has it's ups and downs. The survival mode, however, is a lot of fun.
  56. TOBYSMG
    Dec 18, 2012
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Call Of Duty formula is very overused these days, and it appears in several different clones of the mightily successful franchise. This is a pretty decent use of that formula, and fans of the series will enjoy this game thoroughly, even if it is very reminiscent of previous installments.
    The most obvious thing to start off with is the graphics, as they are the first thing one sees in the game. All in all, they are good, but suffer from some abysmal textures and mild graphical glitches. The motion capture is extremely detailed, but facial movement is very basic.
    The sound design is excellent in this game. As you fight through the streets of Paris, jets soar by, machine guns blast away and explosion rattle in your ears. Although the music is not particularly memorable at all, there are points in the game when the score complements the mass destruction around you, giving you a chill down your slouching spine.
    Now, the campaign. The story of Captain Price, Soap, and Yuri is a reasonably enjoyable romp through various linear set pieces. There is, however, a terribly scripted howler thrown in to make you cry, but amounts to absolutely nothing emotionally. This spoils what would otherwise be a fairly enjoyable, if very cliched campaign, with some of the most excellent linear levels you will ever play. For example, where else can you have a zero-gravity, sub machine gun shootout in a crashing jet? The linearity may annoy some players, with almost all commands to be "kill this, run here, collect that, get to the chopper." Overall, a silly, if enjoyable, Russian-filled rollercoaster.
    The attraction to many people is the multiplayer, where the Call Of Duty formula mentioned above normally shines. It is surprisingly disappointing. Though levelling up is addictive and exciting as per usual, it always seems as if people of a higher rank are at a strong advantage to a newer player, which undoubtedly can be justified by the "if I level up then I get all of the guns" system that the multiplayer is based on. The maps are usually just messy, everything-dies-in-this-bit fighting arenas, but they provide enough of an interesting set piece to be enjoyed. Killstreaks also return, in even more powerful and impossible-to-defeat forms, such as the Osprey Gunner, Predator Drone and the Mother Of All Bombs. These can make matches very frustrating, but when you score a killstreak, it is satisfying nonetheless.
    Game modes are almost exactly the same as before, but Kill Confirmed, a newbie, can provide a jolly distraction for half-an-hour or so.
    Spec Ops is a cooperative mode for Call Of Duty, and returns with missions and Survival, a wave-killing (if unoriginal) joy. The missions vary in length and difficulty, but only give you the incentive to play through them a couple of times. Survival is a COD-ified version of Gears of War's Horde Mode, in which players level up, buy new items and defend themselves from endless waves of enemies, which span several different classes. These Survival mission vary in difficulty and are all maps played in multiplayer, making it feel a little like a cut-corners job, but it is fun played with a friend.
    Altogether, this is a good game, the highlights being the campaign and the cooperative modes.
    7/10    … Expand
  57. driftlv1
    Nov 13, 2012
    5
    I really thought this game was going to be great. I thought it was going to have the addictive smooth gameplay of MW2, but without **** exploiting half the stuff and playing unfairly, and without OP things. I was wrong.

    The singleplayer is the only reason to even play this game. While the singleplayer is a blast, featuring very fun missions and awesome action, it suffers story wise. The    I really thought this game was going to be great. I thought it was going to have the addictive smooth gameplay of MW2, but without **** exploiting half the stuff and playing unfairly, and without OP things. I was wrong.

    The singleplayer is the only reason to even play this game. While the singleplayer is a blast, featuring very fun missions and awesome action, it suffers story wise. The campaign is also the most linear to date, and is the shortest, even shorter than MW2. Although it has great action scenes (The airplane level blew my mind) some of them are just plain dumb and predictable. It seems that every corner you turn something is going to blow up, your guy gets knocked onto his ass, and something collapses. That's half of the action scenes. Plus there is one for every mission. MW2 found a perfect balance to the action scenes, and they were awesome and unexpected. The story is filled with plot holes and bad writing, although there are some memorable moments and quotes, and some parts were rather interesting, but overall it was terrible. All of the stuff is unrealistic as well. The soundtrack is okay, compared to the godly soundtrack of MW2, and the story ends by basically killing off almost every main character instead of coming up with a meaningful ending. It felt empty and unfulfilled, and it just cut to black afterwards. I feel a lot more could've been done. However it still is a fun campaign that I did somewhat enjoy.

    Special ops isn't that great. The missions in MW2 were a lot better and just felt more fun and varied. These ones just felt dull and boring, and it's not even really worth playing. And Survival mode is fun at first, and surprisingly refreshing, but it gets boring after a while, because of two fatal flaws. Enemy's get too tough too fast (At round 40 dogs take like an entire LMG clip) and it's only for two players. It's fun for the first few times though.

    And finally multiplayer. It's basically MW2s multiplayer (which is great) with some changes and upgrades that I really like. However, I later learned that it caused more problems than it solved. The new killstreak system is better and more advanced and offers a greater variety, but it's annoying that support users can use an EMP or Stealth bomber after dying 50 times. The specialist bonus is probably the best new addition to the call of duty franchise since create a class, and it gives you so much more freedom. Instead of always using scavenger or some other perk that you can't play without, you can earn them through killstreaks and aren't limited to the perks that won't put you at a disadvantage.

    There are two new attachments, which is the hybrid scope for ARs and SMGs. They aren't used at all and are not needed. The new weapon proficiency system I like, especially for the ability to have to have two attatchments without not using scavenger.

    Overall, that's basically all the major new things. The multiplayer would be great though, if it weren't for the terrible maps that are the worst maps in call of duty to date, lag compensation which just breaks the game for me, still OP killstreaks, **** who camp and do **** things, and OP guns like the MP7. That just breaks the MP, which could've been so good if it weren't for that. These changes should've been what MW2 had to offer aswell, but it didn't.

    Graphics wise, they are slightly tweaked from MW2, and look nearly the same. Sometimes levels look more detailed, and sometimes they look downright worse than Cod4. The water is improved and looks good, they finally made new effects for things like the rocket smoke trail and explosions, which look great. The lighting they slightly tweaked, which is the biggest graphical mistake they did. The lighting makes environments look so much less colourful and it makes it look ugly, it's ridiculous. Some levels though I was quite surprised at it's detail, although it still doesn't look that great. The sound effects are great for the environment, like things blowing up, infact they are really good, but the gun sounds sound so damn bad. Overall, if you're a hardcore fan of cod, especially the first two and just totally rape in them, MW3 should be worth your money. Otherwise, it is known to many cod fans to be the worst in the series, but it's not a bad game overall, but not a very good one either.    … Expand
  58. Dancey
    Oct 16, 2012
    5
    I've played this game for a year and I've finally made up my mind about it. I really want to like this game, and it isn't an awful game, but hell, is it frustrating, the maps could've been better, the weapons are okay, the killstreaks are good, and the perks are okay (if not some are a bit overpowered,) however, it annoys me that they haven't really gone anywhere with the game from MW2,I've played this game for a year and I've finally made up my mind about it. I really want to like this game, and it isn't an awful game, but hell, is it frustrating, the maps could've been better, the weapons are okay, the killstreaks are good, and the perks are okay (if not some are a bit overpowered,) however, it annoys me that they haven't really gone anywhere with the game from MW2, the graphics are pretty much the same, the only thing they've really developed are the killstreaks, it's basically just replaying MW2, their new games are alright, however they seem to be let down by the flaws, a prime example of this is infected, this should be a great game, however it's disappointing due to the terrible spawning, inaccurate knifing (my friend knifed forward and hit someone behind him) and even throwing knives are sometimes dodgy, this game should be good, but it was a lazy move from infinity ward, and I hope that they actually go somewhere for BO2 because this is just a cash in, to sum up, the game doesn't take any steps forward, and the flaws are so annoying, it'll make many gamers frustrated, I wish I'd saved my money while I could of… Expand
  59. T-DIDDEY
    Oct 16, 2012
    7
    The single player is generic but is still alot of fun. The multiplayer is the same call of duty we all love but i can't help thinking that they need to mix it up a bit, it feels like the same game every year.
  60. Rusko187
    Oct 8, 2012
    6
    Thought I would give this game a brief review, I've been a fan of the series from Day 1 but in all honesty the series has been progressively getting worse with each new addition. To begin I found the campaign actually more enjoyable than the multiplayer which as you all well know by now is the complete opposite of their intentions. Usually the campaign is just a quick throw together withThought I would give this game a brief review, I've been a fan of the series from Day 1 but in all honesty the series has been progressively getting worse with each new addition. To begin I found the campaign actually more enjoyable than the multiplayer which as you all well know by now is the complete opposite of their intentions. Usually the campaign is just a quick throw together with ideas and see what they come out with.
    The controls are just excellent in this gaming series so there is no need to review that at all. The other noteworthy mentions are the graphics, the faultless running of the game and the soundtrack are always excellent in these games too.
    As for the campaign itself, storyline isn't the next Dan Brown book but it's satisfactory and just gripping enough (if you've bothered to follow it throughout the series) to see it to its dramatic conclusion. So I will give the campaign a solid 7/10.

    The multiplayer aspect however is where I feel lets this game down, if you've played every other call of duty online I feel this is the worst. Just the same core mechanics and yes some skill is involved but I've found that if you've got a better internet connection than your pretty much amazing at this. The other let down side of this but it's not really the games fault is the lack of teamwork involved... I feel the game could have encouraged this more but your pretty much Lone Wolf in the arena, if you play against a group who actually communicate than you are literally just going to get destroyed and quickly.
    Finally and this is a personal gripe which I have for a few other games, the whole DLC idea is rather annoying.. if I pay £45 for a game I don't want to be seen throwing an additional 30 odd quid for a couple of new maps, the whole concept of that is a con.
    So multiplayer I'm going to give a 6/10 as it does have it's enjoyable moments when you actually get some teamwork involved.

    Finally I thought a mention of the Spec Ops missions is deserved, I found this to be extremely addictive if you get the hang of it and encourage people to give that a go! The survival mission in particular is what I have spent the majority of time playing on this game.    … Expand
  61. romanooos
    Oct 6, 2012
    5
    I didn't like it. It shares the same gameplay with all the other CODs. Nothing new. I didn't have fun. I gave it a 5, because of the cool multiplayer and the awsome graphics. But the only thing that changes in the COD series is the graphics.
  62. LucasSC
    Sep 5, 2012
    6
    MW3 has not been the best COD ever made that expected to be before it was released, the cooperative mode entertains for some hours but it finishes to boring you, i'm not saying is a bad co-op mode but it doesn't surpass zombies. The campaign is the surprise of the game, an unexpected good thing of that game. The multiplayer is not bad, but it gets stressing and with a terrible respawn,MW3 has not been the best COD ever made that expected to be before it was released, the cooperative mode entertains for some hours but it finishes to boring you, i'm not saying is a bad co-op mode but it doesn't surpass zombies. The campaign is the surprise of the game, an unexpected good thing of that game. The multiplayer is not bad, but it gets stressing and with a terrible respawn, upgrade your weapon killing people stills a good idea.
    Conclusion: Still playing it but less than before and waiting for BOPS 2    … Expand
  63. chronoT
    Sep 3, 2012
    6
    Overall I must agree that this game is a disappointment. It is not a bad game, just very disappointing. When people pay $60 for something, which in today's economy is a nice hunk of change, they do so to get something worthwhile out of it. If you spent your $ on this game, your most likely going to feel it wasn't worthwhile. This is surprising too do to the fact that Infinity Ward is not aOverall I must agree that this game is a disappointment. It is not a bad game, just very disappointing. When people pay $60 for something, which in today's economy is a nice hunk of change, they do so to get something worthwhile out of it. If you spent your $ on this game, your most likely going to feel it wasn't worthwhile. This is surprising too do to the fact that Infinity Ward is not a joke company. The game is just way too similar to 2, pretty much NOTHING new is offered, and anything that is new including guns/perks, aren't good. I would like to say however that this game does not deserve a 3.2 user score, that number is definitely nerf-trolled. There are still people plenty of people playing the multiplayer and I still think co-op with a friend online is a blast. I no longer own a XBox but I will most likely be getting Black Ops 2 for the PC, IMO they are a much better game all around and BO2 looks promising.… Expand
  64. Mcewanman
    Aug 28, 2012
    5
    CoD is not necessarily a bad game; I can see why people play it. However, anyone wanting anything original will be vastly disappointed. It requires little thought. While this may seem quite normal for the modern FPS, CoD is just run at person, pull trigger. Nothing Else. The campaign is exhilarating though, and the multiplayer does tap into some sort of primal instinct which makes you wantCoD is not necessarily a bad game; I can see why people play it. However, anyone wanting anything original will be vastly disappointed. It requires little thought. While this may seem quite normal for the modern FPS, CoD is just run at person, pull trigger. Nothing Else. The campaign is exhilarating though, and the multiplayer does tap into some sort of primal instinct which makes you want to keep going. However, as mentioned earlier this game has a lot of issues; firstly, it completely lacks any originality. Generic military FPS guns, the usual gametypes with only one or two unique to the game and the same gameplay. While the last may seem a little unfair since it is part of a series, at least most game series try to mix things up each time (Bioshock, Assassin's Creed, Borderlands etc.) Mw3 has not budged an inch. Also, the community is awful. Lots of small kids screaming into the mic over a game, campers and spawn killing are all in great abundance, which mars the multiplayer a lot. However, if you can stand the community and are looking for a simple, mindless game experience then by all means get it. For anyone looking for something original or complex, leave it. You won't regret it.… Expand
  65. sinadoom
    Aug 24, 2012
    5
    As a package, Modern Warfare 3 isn't as hideous as these scores suggest. Sure, multiplayer is a massive let-down and really deserves no credit whatsoever as it is a step backwards; with very little additions and worse maps. The gameplay online is completely ruined in every, and we all have our reasons to justify this. However, the campaign is still good and spec ops/survival is stillAs a package, Modern Warfare 3 isn't as hideous as these scores suggest. Sure, multiplayer is a massive let-down and really deserves no credit whatsoever as it is a step backwards; with very little additions and worse maps. The gameplay online is completely ruined in every, and we all have our reasons to justify this. However, the campaign is still good and spec ops/survival is still better than what Battlefield 3 has to offer. My biggest problem with spec ops and survival isn't the fact that they are exact copies of the campaign missions and survival is effectively combat training on multiplayer maps, but that you can't compete on the leaderboards for survival and spec ops missions if you don't have Xbox LIVE Gold. If you can find it for a decent price I would recommend it since it doesn't have online achievements so like the other CoD games it's an easy 1000G in the bank and the achievements are well designed. Because I can't credit the multiplayer, I can only recommend this based off campaign and spec ops. Obviously it's got nothing on CoD4 but in my opinion the campaign is on par if not better than Modern Warfare 2's, purely because it plays slightly more like Call of Duty 4 and is a bit more varied and has a better story. It also concludes the trilogy whereas MW2, while it was good, felt more like a filler. It is short and easy, but not astronomically aweful like the multiplayer. Since spec ops and survival aren't anything special either (but they are still decent) MW3 isn't very good value for money. So overall, bearing in mind that it's a sequel to one of the most critically acclaimed games and Sledgehammer/Infinity Ward only had a year to develop it; on balance it comes out as a 5 out of 10. However, it is perfectly acceptable to rate this game much lower based on expectations and its multiplayer. Certainly the graphics are not improved, but this is mainly due to the low resolution required to maintain 60 frames per second. I didn't buy this game on release and after reading reviews and watching gameplay I knew what to expect. I'm really struggling to give this game a 5 out of 10 because there has been so little creativity in virtually all areas, but if I ignore the title it's what I believe the game deserves on its own merits.… Expand
  66. EnigmaReviews
    Jul 24, 2012
    5
    The Modern Warfare series has finally wrapped up. So how good is the last installment. Well if you've played the previous Modern Warfare you'll have an exact picture of what the new one is like. Nothing much if not anything at all has changed in this game. The story is uninteresting and the spec ops mode still didn't meet its potential. Th. Infinity Ward has added a new feature calledThe Modern Warfare series has finally wrapped up. So how good is the last installment. Well if you've played the previous Modern Warfare you'll have an exact picture of what the new one is like. Nothing much if not anything at all has changed in this game. The story is uninteresting and the spec ops mode still didn't meet its potential. Th. Infinity Ward has added a new feature called survival mode. This is where I give them credit. Survival mode is addictive and fun but at times it seems impossible. All though Firefight and Horde mode from the Halo and Gears franchise are still much better survival mode is still a great game mode. The multiplayer is where Modern Warfare 3 shines. But the multiplayer doesn't shine at all. Like all other parts of the game the multiplayer is still "been there, done that". Same guns and same layout nothing new there. Overall I'll give the game a 5/10 because back in the day this would be considered an expansion pack.… Expand
  67. beatleboy21
    Jun 22, 2012
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One thing has to be said before I start the actual review, the game is decent, not excellent. Now with that out of the way, let's delve into the meat of the game. The campaign is one of the best of the Call of Duty series, (the best of the Modern Warfare trilogy). The gameplay is your typical FPS, run, shoot, run again, shoot again. However, there are ocasional stealth parts, but last for all of a minute, and then you go back to the basic mechanics. As I said, the story is one of the best in the Call of Duty series. This campaign ties up all loose ends in the series. We find out the problems that have occurred from the previous games (in the story) and leaves you with (of course) a cliffhanger ending. The story is only 5-7 hours. This is no longer acceptable. You can probably get through this game in one sitting. Now the multiplayer. If you are like me, you have played every Call of Duty since Call of Duty 4. The game get's very old, very quickly. With very few new weapons (with different features). There are however, many more gameplay types (most of which are addicting and fun). This does not save the multiplayer at all. For those who want to experience Call of Duty first hand, pick this up. For those who are achievement hoarders, you may just want to rent this and kill a few hours on a Saturday.… Expand
  68. TheShakyMatty
    Jun 13, 2012
    5
    Despite the huge hype, critic's positive appraisals and record breaking sales Modern Warfare 3 ultimately disappoints. Although the game is robust the Call of Duty franchise is becoming stale there is no innovation here. It is the same game as it's predecessor with slightly updated graphics. There are four modes in the game Campaign, Spec Ops, Survival and multiplayer. The Campaign isDespite the huge hype, critic's positive appraisals and record breaking sales Modern Warfare 3 ultimately disappoints. Although the game is robust the Call of Duty franchise is becoming stale there is no innovation here. It is the same game as it's predecessor with slightly updated graphics. There are four modes in the game Campaign, Spec Ops, Survival and multiplayer. The Campaign is about 4 to 5 hours which is pretty average for a modern FPS again you will find nothing new here it has it's set pieces and guided path. Spec Ops returns it can only be described as a challenge mode to people who don't know it can be a lot of fun playing co-op. Then there is survival which is surprisingly fun it's basically fighting waves of increasingly tougher enemies. Finally multiplayer is where the biggest problems exist the small field of few, small maps and bad spawns.
    These problems in multiplayer makes most encounters a death trap which will punish new players and irritate the hardened veteran. Now don't get me wrong this game is solid if you enjoy the fps genre but I cannot recommend it to the average gamer. To the call duty fan give it a go make up your own mind but I feel it is going to be the same experience as it's predecessors. To the average gamer there are cheaper, better and more interesting games to spend you're money on. The Call of Duty series needs to try something new instead of cashing in on previous successes before people lose interest. The sad fact is this franchise might have to die before we see innovation.    … Expand
  69. Blidly
    Jun 9, 2012
    7
    Explosions. Its the new soundtrack for MW3, the single player is good and as expected feels great, the controls feel nimble and powerful, the guns feel great and even what you are doing is good.

    However we have seen this before , there has been no revolution and feels standard to COD now, though I argue still better then some other FPS's. But my major problem for singleplayer is well    Explosions. Its the new soundtrack for MW3, the single player is good and as expected feels great, the controls feel nimble and powerful, the guns feel great and even what you are doing is good.

    However we have seen this before , there has been no revolution and feels standard to COD now, though I argue still better then some other FPS's. But my major problem for singleplayer is well how now everything is an explosion and there are no quiet bits where you can reflect on whats happened. So the explosions feels very numbed and when a certain huge explosion happens you dont care.

    Multiplayer, still great though familar. I have fallen out of love of playing FPS's yet I still probably play 10 hours a week on this online. The guns are well balanced, new kill streaks work, new maps are ok, nothing special.
    Only thing I would want though (this without payed for DLC), is a couple big maps so I could actually use a sniper...    … Expand
  70. Drooloop69
    Jun 9, 2012
    7
    Why does everyone hate this game! It isn't terrible, it's just exactly the same as what came before it! My major gripe is that the campaign, which used to be amazing, was only 4 AND 1/2 HOURS LONG! 4 and 1/2 hours on regular difficulty! Way too short for any game. The multiplayer has a handful of good maps, 2 great maps and 2 appaling maps! Luckily, the game is not short on great modesWhy does everyone hate this game! It isn't terrible, it's just exactly the same as what came before it! My major gripe is that the campaign, which used to be amazing, was only 4 AND 1/2 HOURS LONG! 4 and 1/2 hours on regular difficulty! Way too short for any game. The multiplayer has a handful of good maps, 2 great maps and 2 appaling maps! Luckily, the game is not short on great modes but, infinity ward keep trying to make us pay $15 for a map pack! Overall this game is not terrible, but not as good as the critics say.… Expand
  71. BigShotJosh
    May 24, 2012
    6
    This huld be an expation pack, not a full on game. The only differences between this and all the call of duty games sence 2007, is maps and single player levels, no gamplay changes.
  72. lllama408
    May 24, 2012
    7
    It's a fair game. And this is a completely fair review. I've loved the Call of Duty series for a while now, though this game is fun and very popular, it's pretty good at best. It's not a bad game, if you will.
    The campaign is not believeable at times because of how predictable or linear it is with cliches from this genre, but who cares. The one thing that pulls millions of people to MW3    It's a fair game. And this is a completely fair review. I've loved the Call of Duty series for a while now, though this game is fun and very popular, it's pretty good at best. It's not a bad game, if you will.
    The campaign is not believeable at times because of how predictable or linear it is with cliches from this genre, but who cares. The one thing that pulls millions of people to MW3 is the multiplayer. Yes, it is innovative for the most part when considering the killstreaks, game modes, and small things here and there to keep that "Call of Duty multiplayer" pace going, but it's nothing new. When being developed it kept a "if it ain't broke don't fix it" idea to the max. If you wanted to be completely critical you can say it's simply Modern Warfare 2 with a fresh coat of paint on it. Fixing the small things here and there from the MW2 game, and chainging a few killstreaks doesn't make it entirely something new to embrace and delve into. All in all, it's a fair game for awhile but then it loses it's fun.    … Expand
  73. SCHMOOPITIZE
    May 14, 2012
    7
    It's call of duty, nothing has changed. While there is no innovation besides a survival mode(zombies are better) you can't completely bash a game because nothing has changed especially if the thing that didn't change was good. The online play got stale pretty fast. However, the class making is perfected now. The spawning online is terrible. You will find yourself spawning in the worstIt's call of duty, nothing has changed. While there is no innovation besides a survival mode(zombies are better) you can't completely bash a game because nothing has changed especially if the thing that didn't change was good. The online play got stale pretty fast. However, the class making is perfected now. The spawning online is terrible. You will find yourself spawning in the worst places because your team-mates are there. Just saying not all team-mates are smart. I find myself picking two people who know what they are doing and go together. The story is full of hard to follow, but fun game-play. Total time invested STORY: 7 HOURS MULTI-PLAYER: 10 HOURS SPEC OPS: 18 HOURS… Expand
  74. Johng4
    May 10, 2012
    7
    This game is little different from MW2. As soon as you turn it on and see the menu you'll know what im talking about. You get campaign multiplayer and spec ops. The campaign is very good but short. The multiplayer is'nt very good however because all you get is basically maps you most likely wont enjoy and people online that you'll want to kill, because all they want to do is HACK HACKThis game is little different from MW2. As soon as you turn it on and see the menu you'll know what im talking about. You get campaign multiplayer and spec ops. The campaign is very good but short. The multiplayer is'nt very good however because all you get is basically maps you most likely wont enjoy and people online that you'll want to kill, because all they want to do is HACK HACK HACK. The spec ops is back with the standard co-op missions from the past with a new Survival mode. Survival mode is really good and could almost stand toe to toe with Zombies, ALMOST. Its pretty cool you get your own ranking within the survival mode where you level up and are granted accsess to new guns within the mode. All together this game feels like more of the same which is what it seems they've been doing with all the new COD'S. If you havent bought this game yet then dont. I would personally spend 60$ on the upcoming Call of Duty:Black Ops 2 which is comin out in November.… Expand
  75. LiamM
    Apr 29, 2012
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Modern Warfare 3 is not even a new game. But, the controls and movements of the solid, not straying away from previous titles. The campaign was the biggest let down for me personally by not having more large epic battles other than the levels based in New York City. The Spec Ops mode was basically the same as Modern Warfare 2's, just with different environments. Multiplayer is almost exactly the same from previous titles, just that there are some new kill streaks, new guns, and new maps. Also, the graphics appear to be of the same quality of the previous titles Modern Warfare 2 and Black Ops. The most satisfying thing I took from the game was having Captain Price finally bring Makarov to justice. Overall, it's a good game, but the lack of innovation is just irritating.… Expand
  76. TStout
    Apr 17, 2012
    6
    This is a RENT for the single player experience in my opinion. The campaign, while containing some plot point that I personally did not care for, was enjoyable. All the mechanics of the series that you loved, such as slow-mo breaching, vehicular rail shooting, and sometimes stealthy, but mostly guns blazing action are back in this installment. Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Studios' specThis is a RENT for the single player experience in my opinion. The campaign, while containing some plot point that I personally did not care for, was enjoyable. All the mechanics of the series that you loved, such as slow-mo breaching, vehicular rail shooting, and sometimes stealthy, but mostly guns blazing action are back in this installment. Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Studios' spec ops survival mode is an interesting answer to the zombies mode brought to us by Treyarch. The spec ops missions and the multiplayer maps may as well have been a DLC pack for Modern Warfare 2. The guns may have been retooled a bit (also knifing is best it's ever been), but it is largely the same experience, even down to the titles and emblems you can earn. The content is largely recycled from previous games, which would have been alright if it were mixed in with an appropriate amount of new unlockables. Overall though I would stick with Black Ops or Modern Warfare 2 for your multiplayer experience.… Expand
  77. NuclearPopcorn
    Apr 9, 2012
    6
    Yet another typical contribution to the CoD series, but a lot of people are rating this 0 just to lower the score. It is another worn out redo that got old in about 2008, but it still has decent graphics and somewhat favorable gameplay.
  78. Bulletproof5FDP
    Apr 9, 2012
    6
    I don't dislike the Call of Duty series, but this game was a major disappointment. It's pretty much the same thing as MW2 with a few new tweaks. I borrowed the game from a friend and after playing for 2 hours, it became very dull and felt like I was playing MW2. Sure they revamped the killstreak system, added "perks" for the guns, and new games modes (Kill Confirmed, etc.) but it's notI don't dislike the Call of Duty series, but this game was a major disappointment. It's pretty much the same thing as MW2 with a few new tweaks. I borrowed the game from a friend and after playing for 2 hours, it became very dull and felt like I was playing MW2. Sure they revamped the killstreak system, added "perks" for the guns, and new games modes (Kill Confirmed, etc.) but it's not enough innovation to justify the $60 price tag. The aim assist is very strong, there's barely any recoil in guns, deathstreaks are still in the game, killstreaks still do all the work for you, and the community has not changed one bit. I hate that the developers are catering to the casual players and making the game easier for bad players and anyone to get in and do good. It is truly the most disappointing COD title and for all of 2011. Call of Duty was a very great series, but once Activision started to see that green coming in, it all changed. It's now a cash cow and nothing else.… Expand
  79. Korianne75
    Apr 8, 2012
    5
    First off I wanted to write a mw3 review for a while its a complete review from the story to spec ops all the way to the criticality acclaimed multilayer. Story: Its hard to give a review without giving out spoilers but il try :) The story basically takes off where MW2 left its WW3 and Soap Mactavish and Captain Price have to stop Makarov. Now without giving spoilers I will tell you thatFirst off I wanted to write a mw3 review for a while its a complete review from the story to spec ops all the way to the criticality acclaimed multilayer. Story: Its hard to give a review without giving out spoilers but il try :) The story basically takes off where MW2 left its WW3 and Soap Mactavish and Captain Price have to stop Makarov. Now without giving spoilers I will tell you that they're are fundamental plot holes in the story that dont require a genius to figure out. Apart from that, its still fun, missions are varied, entertaining and dont require much skill even on veteran compared to black ops that is but the ending will give you a great surprise. Spec Ops. Spec ops is very fun, mission are varied but are way to easy even on veteran, and survival was a brilliant addition to this spec ops. It's good to get the DLC from COD elite as well. Multiplayer: although the multiplayer is fun, its a copy paste from MW2, top to bottom, many weapons, game titles, sound effects, as well as kill streaks all come from previous titles (espacially MW2). Well some people do tell me why change what's great? Well I would normally agree the core gun on gun game play is still they're but is being hindered by MAJOR balance issues from perks to weapons, no dedicated servers, lack of team play as well as knife issues all that with a terrible spawn system. The maps all feel the same. Probably the most disappointing aspect of the game. Even Robert Bowiling the creative strategist said this in an interview : "I feel like we are in a f*cking era where everyone is so focused on subscriber numbers and all that stuff that we need to get back to what I feel like we did so much better in the old days of just plain good will, like stuff like the LAN patch, yeah it is lower priority but letâ… Expand
  80. glacier777
    Apr 6, 2012
    5
    My first COD game and I will not be buying another one. I was expecting an intriguing campaign, great effects and graphics etc. and an outstanding multiplayer experience that would have me hooked for hours. Instead I got an average campaign that I have yet to complete, mediocre graphics and a multiplayer experience that left me feeling abused by 'sweats' and I didn't enjoy it one bit. TheMy first COD game and I will not be buying another one. I was expecting an intriguing campaign, great effects and graphics etc. and an outstanding multiplayer experience that would have me hooked for hours. Instead I got an average campaign that I have yet to complete, mediocre graphics and a multiplayer experience that left me feeling abused by 'sweats' and I didn't enjoy it one bit. The success of this franchise is built on past games. Incredibly disappointed.… Expand
  81. mrogers0130
    Mar 31, 2012
    7
    An average game. It was forced to fix a messed up story in mw2. Sledgehammer was brought into fixing a series that had been completely messed up in mw2. The story is Ok. Nothing special. The multiplayer is also fun and goes back to some classic cod roots while still keeping the balancing that was put back in place in blops. A good shooter but nothing too special.
  82. kOmaster476
    Mar 24, 2012
    7
    On November 8th 2011 a game released and it changed the world. The game I'm talking aboutt is Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3. The series is known primarily for its competitive multiplayer and its lackluster single-player. Many of us are hoping for a change in the formula but lets see if we got one.

    I will start first with the single player. This campaign is similar in its approach as    On November 8th 2011 a game released and it changed the world. The game I'm talking aboutt is Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3. The series is known primarily for its competitive multiplayer and its lackluster single-player. Many of us are hoping for a change in the formula but lets see if we got one.

    I will start first with the single player. This campaign is similar in its approach as mw2, lots of crazy action moments and shallow characters. The campaign is short and takes about 4-5 hours to beat and subpar story and character development. The campain has you taking over many different characters from different military organizations and you are battling in many different fields of war such as NYC and France. The story takes place directly after the events of mw2 so it is reccomended to play mw2 first if possible. I dont want to go too much into detail with the single-player as I dont want to reveal too much. So basically if you buy this game it will do you no harm to go through the single-player just exspect to see lots of explotions and action scenes with a forgetfull COD story.

    The newest addition to the COD series is a new spec-ops survival mode which has you taking on infinate waves of increasingly difficult enemies. The mode allows you to purchase weapons with custom attachments, equipment such as c4 and frags, and also riot shield teams and perks all bought with in-game currency you earn for getting kills and completing wave challenges. What is good about spec ops is there is now online matchmaking so you will always have someone to play with. There is also a new spec-ops rank completly seperate from your competitive rank that allows you to have the oppertunity to buy better gear in-game. The mission mode has returned in mw3 letting you and one friend take on a number of different missions where you also gain xp for you spec-ops rank. Together both the mission and survival spec-op modes add days of exciting content to a game that already has alot of content.

    Now to disscuss the thing that many of you will be spending days, maybe weeks playing, the competitive mulitplayer. There are 80 levels per prestige level and there are 10 presitge levels giving us tons of hours of replay value. There are alot of new additions to the competitive and they all make the core experience of online vary depending on how you like to play. Instead of just selecting killstreaks like in mw2, in mw3 you have to choose your strike package whice lets includes assault which is for gamers who like offensive killstreaks. There is the support package that is for the gamers who want to support their team with UAV's and other items.One thing that makes the support package different is the kills you get stay even if you die making it ideal for inexperienced players. Completing an objective also adds to your killstreak. The final strike package is the specialist package ideal lone wolves and kills are rewarded with additional perks. You may choose a seperate strike package per custom class. When you presitge you gain a prestige token which you can use to purchase additional custom classes, or unlock gear straight from the start. This makes each time you prestige more unique. There is also alot more gear you can take with you instead of flashbangs, now you can take trophy systems and other gear. A new major addition is weapon levels which is how you unlock new attachments for you guns. It is a seperate level for each gun that levels up by getting kills with it, and at each new level you unlock attachments, camo, or weapon proficiency like less recoil or faster melee. Please note that this is a COD game and in most occasions suffers from extreme balancing issues and a very large hit box. The shooting mechanics are good and the graphics are on the lower end of the spectrum compared to its major competetors. The game also feels too noob friendly and extremly easy to excell in. The game is also filled with many people who like to camp and cheat. There is also an attachment for the m14 assault rifle that is semi attomatic but makes it have less recoil when using a rapid-fire mod. The game is fun online and it had alot of value but if you were expecting a change in the formula, its not here. The game is unblanced in its core and the series needs an overhaul. Activision needs to change the series because it is killing itself. It may be good enough for the casuals but the hardcore are losing interest. You need to change the series like you did with COD4 or else it will be too late. The world is waiting for change, please Activision, dont make us wait any longer. With Black Ops 2 blow us away because this game just didnt.    … Expand
  83. PrinceHandsome
    Mar 16, 2012
    7
    Modern Warfare 3 is just that. The third installment in the Modern Warfare series. It brings some new things to the table, enough to keep things interesting, but the game play remains by and large unchanged. If you're a fan of Call of Duty, you've probably already bought this. If not, you probably haven't, and that's really all there is to say on the matter. If you liked Modern Warfare 2,Modern Warfare 3 is just that. The third installment in the Modern Warfare series. It brings some new things to the table, enough to keep things interesting, but the game play remains by and large unchanged. If you're a fan of Call of Duty, you've probably already bought this. If not, you probably haven't, and that's really all there is to say on the matter. If you liked Modern Warfare 2, you'll enjoy this. If you didn't like Modern Warfare 2, then you won't like this.… Expand
  84. OnAnarchy
    Mar 14, 2012
    7
    This game is not a 1. Nor is this game a 10. It falls in the category of average to good. Despite only slightly enjoying this game, I find myself coming back to it again and again to play with friends. This is the point of this game, and the developers know it. My rating is based on a combination of the campaign and the multiplayer. CAMPAIGN: 4.5/5
    The campaign is absolutely    This game is not a 1. Nor is this game a 10. It falls in the category of average to good. Despite only slightly enjoying this game, I find myself coming back to it again and again to play with friends. This is the point of this game, and the developers know it. My rating is based on a combination of the campaign and the multiplayer. CAMPAIGN: 4.5/5
    The campaign is absolutely beautiful. Some graphic problems are present and that is essentially why it doesn't get a perfect score. The story is an excellent continuation of Price's story, and the missions are exciting and gripping. I played through on veteran difficulty and it was extremely challenging and felt realistic and accurate. There is very little I would change about this game up to this point.

    MULTIPLAYER: 2.5/5
    Okay, this is where problems begin. Firstly, for Xbox 360 users paying for ELITE for me is just a money grabbing ploy. The map packs in Black Ops were ridiculously priced for the amount of content, and this is even worse. Considering we will be seeing Treyarch's newest addition within the next 6-8 months, this is not a prudent investment for me. Secondly, the game mechanics are unbelievably absurd; hardcore players will find their rockets and grenades useless against Ballistic vests; Shotguns can kill at greater than 30 meters; No recoil on high-level SMG's. Essentially, the multiplayer does not play to people who use strategy, it plays to random chaos. Kill confirmed is a nice addition, but the ricochet system results in your death for other people's stupidity. The hardcore system in Black Ops was much fairer as team-killing resulted in getting kicked after 2 offences. Once you drop a martyrdom grenade and your teammate runs over it you will know what I mean.

    Overall, good to average. Brilliant campaign, bad multiplayer. That's it.    … Expand
  85. Anon7
    Mar 12, 2012
    5
    Where's the originality? The innovation? Where's the passion? These are the questions I asked myself when I bought and played this game. For a triple A title, it really shows that not everything that's triple A is actually good. I consider this game to be mediocre at best, considering the agonizing decay of innovation and originality that the CoD games are peppering us with lately. Go withWhere's the originality? The innovation? Where's the passion? These are the questions I asked myself when I bought and played this game. For a triple A title, it really shows that not everything that's triple A is actually good. I consider this game to be mediocre at best, considering the agonizing decay of innovation and originality that the CoD games are peppering us with lately. Go with Battlefield 3 instead. You'll be glad you did.… Expand
  86. InformedGamer
    Mar 6, 2012
    5
    Call of Duty seems to have an inverse relationship between sales and gameplay. The better the sales, the more basic the gameplay. Gone are the expansive maps that offered strategic gameplay. There is not even a need for sniper rifles in the multiplayer because the maps are boxed off into small areas. I'm going to take a pass on the next one. The game is just overhyped and over marketed. ICall of Duty seems to have an inverse relationship between sales and gameplay. The better the sales, the more basic the gameplay. Gone are the expansive maps that offered strategic gameplay. There is not even a need for sniper rifles in the multiplayer because the maps are boxed off into small areas. I'm going to take a pass on the next one. The game is just overhyped and over marketed. I purchased 3 of the elite versions because 2 of my sons and I used to like playing multiplayer with each other. It's good for running and gunning but that gets boring on these maps. I also think that Activision's money grab is going to force future releases to require external activation like the elite to bypass XBOX Live. That was a complete disaster and ruined my experience. It was a real hardship to register and I couldn't for a month. What did Activision do? Give an extra 30 days, no consideration for the grief of their customers. They should have given 90 days or an equivalent compensation. This forces me to give them a goose egg. I still feel bitter about it.… Expand
  87. dinohunterpat
    Mar 6, 2012
    7
    I love COD yet I honestly find MW3 is just disappointing. While it doesn't deserve an F, it never reaches the heights of MW3. The campaign, while intense, is just full of cliches and plotholes that make no sense. If the Russian president is traveling over for a peace treaty, who gave the order for Russia to invade Europe? Also what's the point of showing a child die? War is bad? That'sI love COD yet I honestly find MW3 is just disappointing. While it doesn't deserve an F, it never reaches the heights of MW3. The campaign, while intense, is just full of cliches and plotholes that make no sense. If the Russian president is traveling over for a peace treaty, who gave the order for Russia to invade Europe? Also what's the point of showing a child die? War is bad? That's already been expressed a billion times and it doesn't further the plot unlike the nuke and massacre in MW1 & 2. Given the new standards in storytelling set by shooters like Blops and Bioshock, COD should provide both a good story AND good shooting gameplay. The multiplayer feels a bit better and has an interesting pointstreak system yet it's a bit stifled as there's no match making for gun games and infection mode. Also the Juggernaut pointstreaks are too powerful because they have both regenerative health AND near-impenetrable bull**** armor. The Treyarch's creative run-and-gun zombies mode is replaced with a boring cover-based survival mode. Listen devs, the reason why zombies was well loved because it was a refreshing change of pace that offered some old-school fun reminiscent of that of Painkiller. It's not horrible, but if feels like the lazy combo of multiplayer gameplay and maps with single player enemies. The environments appear as if smothered in a grayish wallpaper paste vomit and the original dev team and Hans Zimmer are all gone. This game is more obligation than inspiration. If it were a $30 expansion pack, I would've tolerated it, but MW3 is just underwhelming. It's like RE5, the game I love is in here, but its creative spark is gone and it's not amazing.… Expand
  88. met306
    Feb 27, 2012
    7
    Alright first I want to get one thing out of the way: The only people who give this game a 0 are just Valve/EA fan-boys who refuse to even play the game. The game itself is MW2 with some new content. That's really all that the game offers. "Then why do you say this game is decent?" Its because the purpose of a sequel is to DO EXACTLY THAT. Remake the game but do NOT stray to far away fromAlright first I want to get one thing out of the way: The only people who give this game a 0 are just Valve/EA fan-boys who refuse to even play the game. The game itself is MW2 with some new content. That's really all that the game offers. "Then why do you say this game is decent?" Its because the purpose of a sequel is to DO EXACTLY THAT. Remake the game but do NOT stray to far away from the core gameplay.… Expand
  89. Mako5
    Feb 26, 2012
    6
    This game was over-hyped and ended up as a disappointment. The story line was very bare, extremely rushed, totally unrealistic, and had no value or meaning behind it. Barely any connections with the characters, so I did not feel for them. The entire game was focused on gameplay, which was pretty much an exact copy of modern warfare 2. It even looked the same, just about. When I boughtThis game was over-hyped and ended up as a disappointment. The story line was very bare, extremely rushed, totally unrealistic, and had no value or meaning behind it. Barely any connections with the characters, so I did not feel for them. The entire game was focused on gameplay, which was pretty much an exact copy of modern warfare 2. It even looked the same, just about. When I bought this game I had a hope that this game would deliver. When the menu came up and I started playing, I thought I was playing Modern warfare 2 accidentally and had to check the box and the disc. Lol jk but you get my point. Multiplayer is too flawed to compare to its predecessor, but to me it is more fun and addictive. This game's saving grace is the multiplayer.… Expand
  90. staznick1102
    Feb 24, 2012
    7
    this is one of the best games of 2011 and one of the hardest games but a lot of content but its not better than arkham city but it has a lot of charters and a lot of action scenes i just wish there could more than 2 people to play spec ops with
  91. KeepThingsFresh
    Feb 21, 2012
    7
    Despite what good reviews this game got from Ign & the big names and all the hate its got from haters this games falls into average to good. I played the campaign & the online to far detail, the story is still hard to follow but the missions are incredibly fun, by itself the campaign is amazing exhilarating at times. It seems like they had limited support from previous voice actors as youDespite what good reviews this game got from Ign & the big names and all the hate its got from haters this games falls into average to good. I played the campaign & the online to far detail, the story is still hard to follow but the missions are incredibly fun, by itself the campaign is amazing exhilarating at times. It seems like they had limited support from previous voice actors as you don't see too much of "soap" in the game, and when you do, it doesn't sound like the same voice actor as MW2 and overload sounds completely different also. The spec ops is more of the same, but i enjoyed it in mw2 and here as well, some really good co-op, in small speedy bursts unfortunately the multiplayer is terrible, the main problem is the lag compensation system that makes it so bad connections have a chance (in defense of it though, it tries to make the game fair because in previous cods you may have thought you were the better shot but you probably had the better connection) the gun and attachment selection is ok, some weapons are obviously superior to others and the games end fast, the maps don't flow like previous games but the do try to eliminate camping… Expand
  92. kempoman80
    Feb 20, 2012
    7
    Not a lot to say about this one. If you've played any of the previous games in the series you've pretty much played this. I did enjoy the single player quite a bit, and they did a good job of ending the story line of the previous games. The multiplayer is solid, but unmemorable. Most of the maps feel the same, Not a waste of time, but is showing its age. CoD needs a change, or people willNot a lot to say about this one. If you've played any of the previous games in the series you've pretty much played this. I did enjoy the single player quite a bit, and they did a good job of ending the story line of the previous games. The multiplayer is solid, but unmemorable. Most of the maps feel the same, Not a waste of time, but is showing its age. CoD needs a change, or people will be quickly losing interest.… Expand
  93. fuzzy_panda
    Feb 17, 2012
    7
    I am going to be reasonable here. I have finished the singleplayer, which is ok. Nothing too surprising, but polished and had some surprisingly touching moments. Multiplayer, however, is where this fails. It is amazing how identical it is to modern warfare 2. I scoffed at first at the "mw2.5" title that some gamers have given it, but after playing for about 20 hrs of the multiplayer, thatI am going to be reasonable here. I have finished the singleplayer, which is ok. Nothing too surprising, but polished and had some surprisingly touching moments. Multiplayer, however, is where this fails. It is amazing how identical it is to modern warfare 2. I scoffed at first at the "mw2.5" title that some gamers have given it, but after playing for about 20 hrs of the multiplayer, that title is well deserved. It is still a competent game, but the lack of innovation is overwhelming. This is a solid game, but definitely not exceptional… Expand
  94. Sevenfold1
    Feb 14, 2012
    7
    I love the COD franchise, I appreciate what it's done for gaming as a whole and I totally respect the numbers it puts up yearly. This game does not deserve a 1 or a 3 because it IS a good game. However....with a few exceptions it is the same formula year in and year out.

    After 2 days worth of gaming in the MP I can honestly say I don't know why I buy these games yearly, it's clear to me    I love the COD franchise, I appreciate what it's done for gaming as a whole and I totally respect the numbers it puts up yearly. This game does not deserve a 1 or a 3 because it IS a good game. However....with a few exceptions it is the same formula year in and year out.

    After 2 days worth of gaming in the MP I can honestly say I don't know why I buy these games yearly, it's clear to me now though that the gaming world needs some more innovation ( and no it wont come from Kinect this gen) Bring on Bioshock, I'm ready for something unique again.    … Expand
  95. iFSSPx
    Feb 14, 2012
    6
    Disappointed, same old game, which is good, but with far less modes to play with, compared to last years cod's, I only recommend it to hardcore Call of Duty fans or 1st person shooters gamers. If you are not one of these, you may as well stay away from it and play something else.
  96. HarryManback
    Feb 11, 2012
    5
    I managed a 3.0 k/d ratio and hit my 6th prestige before I got bored with this game and traded it in. The game play is as fast and fun as it ever has been. The problem lies in that same concept though. It's more of the same. I could go on and on about this game but this is the bottom line about it: if you are not tired of the previous CoD games, and still find them fun, you are going toI managed a 3.0 k/d ratio and hit my 6th prestige before I got bored with this game and traded it in. The game play is as fast and fun as it ever has been. The problem lies in that same concept though. It's more of the same. I could go on and on about this game but this is the bottom line about it: if you are not tired of the previous CoD games, and still find them fun, you are going to like this game. If you are starting to get tired of the series, this is not going to change your mind. At all.
    To be clear here: I don't even like Battlefield 3. The game tried too hard to be like CoD. The maps for MP are not scaled properly and seem too empty. Neither offering was all that impressive this time around.    … Expand
  97. SmittShow
    Feb 9, 2012
    7
    If you are looking for refreshing new game play then this is not the game for you. It feels like a more polished version of older versions with worse maps. Even the new DLC maps weren't very good, I would have rather seen the return of a few favorites to be honest. It is very obvious this game was rushed out of the gate from day 1 and it is pretty evident from a couple of things like theIf you are looking for refreshing new game play then this is not the game for you. It feels like a more polished version of older versions with worse maps. Even the new DLC maps weren't very good, I would have rather seen the return of a few favorites to be honest. It is very obvious this game was rushed out of the gate from day 1 and it is pretty evident from a couple of things like the fact that the model shotgun has an attachments proficiency even though it has no attachments to begin with. Another thing why is there no hardcore free for all when it was such a fan favorite in previous titles, and why did the hardcore team death match not have ricochet (where you can't kill your team mates) from the start when in Black ops they finally decided to add it to stop people from team killing the whole game. Why has it taken so long for them to get Elite up and running like they said they would in regards to clan competitions. Aside from these problems MW3 is one of the most polished shooters on the market and fans of the series will feel right at home. I would just like to see a map pack with more than 1 or 2 maps in it, I know they spread it out so Elite members would feel like they are getting something every month like they promised but even with releasing 1 or 2 maps a month the game is starting to feel stale quick. The campaign was alright if not a bit hard to follow but I defiantly wasn't as impressed with it as I was in the previous two. It is time for us to take a stand as gamers and demand innovation because if they keep selling more of the almost the same game every time they would be stupid to stop. Why improve a game when they can slap a fresh paint of coat on it and break even more sales records than the one before. How about releasing a map pack with 5 favorites from older versions just a sign of good faith to the audience that has supported them from day 1, I think its an insult to people who bought elite to say sorry we haven't made Elite the experience we promised but thanks for your fifty bucks here's a prestige token. The thing is why try to support a game right when you already have the next 5 games to be released underway to be shipped in under a year.… Expand
  98. oCanaduh
    Feb 7, 2012
    6
    It's actually funny scrolling down the comments, reading the reviews. In no way is modern warfare 3 a bad game, it is simply a rehash of what we had before. The only reason I give it a six is because it does have tight controls, and it is fun to mess around with friends on, but this $60 DLC is now becoming a norm in gaming, and without innovation the gaming community has nothing. It seemsIt's actually funny scrolling down the comments, reading the reviews. In no way is modern warfare 3 a bad game, it is simply a rehash of what we had before. The only reason I give it a six is because it does have tight controls, and it is fun to mess around with friends on, but this $60 DLC is now becoming a norm in gaming, and without innovation the gaming community has nothing. It seems these overpriced DLC's are also becoming the norm now rather than an exception, which is alarming and it is up to us to stop it.… Expand
  99. iLLMATICxKiNG
    Feb 7, 2012
    7
    I wouldn't believe the reviews other people give this game, they are simply mad at it's mainstream popularity. With that said, Modern Warfare 3 provides many hours of gameplay to the average FPS player. With an immerse story that is 'the finishing touch' to the series, it is sure to keep you on the edge of your chair the entire time. While I won't get into spoilers, it basically wrapsI wouldn't believe the reviews other people give this game, they are simply mad at it's mainstream popularity. With that said, Modern Warfare 3 provides many hours of gameplay to the average FPS player. With an immerse story that is 'the finishing touch' to the series, it is sure to keep you on the edge of your chair the entire time. While I won't get into spoilers, it basically wraps up the story fans of the other Modern Warfare titles are sure to enjoy. The multiplayer adds some new features, but all in all it is still the same old game. I honestly got bored with it faster than previous Call of Duty's simply because I've already had the experience with it in the past. While it is fun and easy to lose some hours into, it's easy to say that the FPS genre popularity (at least for me) is slowly declining. The Spec Ops is definitely a step up from Modern Warfare 2's. With missions to do, and survival it is sure to keep you entertained for a while with one other friend. By yourself, however, it may be a little bit easier to get bored quicker. The unlock and ranking system is unique and very different from the previous title. But looking deeply into it, it does get repetitive. Go kill some hostiles and collect something of importance, or defend an area. The survival mode on the other hand has different difficulties which adds to the pizazz of the overall game. Once again it is much better and I highly recommend playing with one friend (2 player co-op) so you have more fun with it. Overall, Modern Warfare 3 is a good game and could have been a lot better, minus all the repetitive and perhaps an enhanced multiplayer with even more changes.… Expand
  100. deadmonkey76
    Feb 6, 2012
    7
    WOW great story loved the campaign were this game fails epic fail is multi player all the modders and hackers ruin the experience and infinity ward has let us down they need to put a permanent ban on violators oh well the maps have a lot to be desired not near as good black ops another let down was no 3d black ops supported 3d and my kill death ratio was better if infinity ward dont fixWOW great story loved the campaign were this game fails epic fail is multi player all the modders and hackers ruin the experience and infinity ward has let us down they need to put a permanent ban on violators oh well the maps have a lot to be desired not near as good black ops another let down was no 3d black ops supported 3d and my kill death ratio was better if infinity ward dont fix the issues ill pass on there next game the visuals are nice slight improvement over mw2… Expand
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#13 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 81 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 79 out of 81
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 81
  3. Negative: 0 out of 81
  1. Gamer Limit
    Jan 11, 2012
    85
    Ultimately, Modern Warfare 3 feels similar to it's brethren, but that doesn't mean it isn't a great game. The single player element is still exciting, and multiplayer has more options than ever – if you're a fan of Call of Duty, Modern Warfare 3 is a no brainer.
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  2. Game Over Online
    Dec 28, 2011
    84
    Modern Warfare 3, while still an excellent thrill ride in its own right, feels far too similar to MW2 or even Black Ops for my taste.
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  3. Xbox World 360 Magazine UK
    Dec 12, 2011
    88
    I never expected Modern Warfare 3 to go toe-to-toe with EA's juggernaut this year, but it came out of the gates with a tour de force campaign and co-op mode. It loses points with a perhaps too-familiar multiplayer that caters to the juvenile on Xbox Live; though don't be mistaken, Modern Warfare 3 is one hell of a shooter and a highlight for a series that just won't die – no matter how much we wish it bloody would, at times.
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