Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 8685 Ratings

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  1. Rob_G
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Look, BF3 and MW3 are different games that appeal to different people. Everyone needs to grow up and learn to accept other peoples' opinions. Yeah, I agree, the character models/everything else is the same as MW2, not a whole lot of work done on the presentation. As far as the campaign or spec ops goes, couldn't care less. As a COD fan, I am willing to pay $60 a year purely for the joyLook, BF3 and MW3 are different games that appeal to different people. Everyone needs to grow up and learn to accept other peoples' opinions. Yeah, I agree, the character models/everything else is the same as MW2, not a whole lot of work done on the presentation. As far as the campaign or spec ops goes, couldn't care less. As a COD fan, I am willing to pay $60 a year purely for the joy of getting the largest group of people to play with in a game I love.… Expand
  2. ultraviolent721
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    The game is great. Not perfect, mind you. The Battlefield kids are like a plague. Don't miss out! Oh yea, Kill Confirmed is one of the best modes ever implicated into a fps. Great job, Activision, Sledgehammer, and IW!
  3. faelvasco
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Amei esse jogo, na verdade saiu uma franquia como call of duty é muito dificil de não gostar. Modo campanha muito bom e multiplayer então nem se fala. Varios modos de jogos pra variar, recomendo a todos
  4. JcbDemo
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    MW3 is continuing what fans have loved over and over.. the story is enjoyable..exciting and far better then some similar genre's stories..multiplayer is fun and addictive as always. So what it still has the same feeling over and over..people like it..and the amount of sales shows that. People enjoy bashing the game. I enjoyed it greatly, and a ton of other people playing now agree.
  5. dbz0987654321
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It may be the same feel as MW2 but you will quickly see the differences between MW2 and MW3. Multiplayer has new everything and Special Ops is a breath of fresh air! Great game over all.
  6. AssassinPro
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    All these 'Negative' reviews are nonsense. I can understand some people may have faults they can find with the game and some for some people it might not even be their cup of tea, but to even suggest this is a bad game is a insult to the hard work that the developers have clearly put in.

    The Single Player is superb, with every mission revelantly linking to the story as opposed to a series    All these 'Negative' reviews are nonsense. I can understand some people may have faults they can find with the game and some for some people it might not even be their cup of tea, but to even suggest this is a bad game is a insult to the hard work that the developers have clearly put in.

    The Single Player is superb, with every mission revelantly linking to the story as opposed to a series of huge spectacular moments. Its a decent length and keeps your hooked all the way through. Spec Ops is brilliant, it would be nice to play with more than two people but its really great fun none the less. Lots of variety in the missions and plenty of unlocks to keep it replayable.

    The multiplayer is more of the same, but refined. Sure there are problems, there are far too many quickscopers as sniper rifles are far too powerful and explosives are completely useless against people with blast shield prop. However the improvements they have made are brilliant, the prestige shop is a welcome feature, the gun leveling system works really well and rewards players who are good players with particular guns.

    Overall Modern Warfare is just a fun game to play with friends. If your playing yourself you can still have a good time but the ultimate experience is when you play in a group.

    In reality this game is probably a 9. Its a really good game but not perfect. However since the game is being unfairly represented by fanboys and haters I felt it is only fair to try and balance it out slightly a give it a 10.    … Expand
  7. AntiTrol
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game retains its hold on the best shooter on the market. Graphics are impressive, best in class controls, and after 14 hours of play its amazingly bug free, cant say that about other shooters on the market. New modes kill confirmed and team defender are great. This game keeps getting better and better. Dont listent to the battlefield 3 trolls spewing their hate on here. This game isThis game retains its hold on the best shooter on the market. Graphics are impressive, best in class controls, and after 14 hours of play its amazingly bug free, cant say that about other shooters on the market. New modes kill confirmed and team defender are great. This game keeps getting better and better. Dont listent to the battlefield 3 trolls spewing their hate on here. This game is a must buy.… Expand
  8. Huega12
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    People knew it's CoD and wasn't going to change much yet still going to complain, in the end it's your fault for hyping yourself up so much it is fun though.
    For everyone saying its the same as MW2, what do you think a sequel is? Most sequels are like the previous game. The call of duty series is for more fast pace action where battlefield is for more strategic spaced out action. The    People knew it's CoD and wasn't going to change much yet still going to complain, in the end it's your fault for hyping yourself up so much it is fun though.
    For everyone saying its the same as MW2, what do you think a sequel is? Most sequels are like the previous game. The call of duty series is for more fast pace action where battlefield is for more strategic spaced out action. The gameplay is completely different an it is soley personal preference which style you prefer. For me I like to mix it up and think both games are outstanding..
    Great game...    … Expand
  9. colbyfh
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    A great game. It come's with alot of content via campaign, spec ops, and multiplayer. Smooth frames, fast paced action and multiplayer with friends that's fun and engaging. I would recommend CoD to anyone.
  10. novatribe
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    How can i put this bluntly....if you loved MW2....there is ZERO WAY you won't LOVE MW3. I know it's POPULAR to randomly hate the most popular thing out there. Hell, I'M even in that crowd. However, MW3 does a great job at remembering what it is.....a video game who's purpose is to be engaging, fun, and entertaining above all else. It's a TOTAL package featuring hundreds of hours ofHow can i put this bluntly....if you loved MW2....there is ZERO WAY you won't LOVE MW3. I know it's POPULAR to randomly hate the most popular thing out there. Hell, I'M even in that crowd. However, MW3 does a great job at remembering what it is.....a video game who's purpose is to be engaging, fun, and entertaining above all else. It's a TOTAL package featuring hundreds of hours of gameplay, multitudes of modes for multiplayer gamers, a tight single-player package and loads upon LOADS of unlockable goodies that will keep any gamer with a pulse busy for months on end.

    They say the public like to build things up just to break them down, and that old adage holds true here. Modern Warfare 3 is the most popular thing to hate because quite frankly, it's the most popular thing, well.....PERIOD.

    The game is extraordinarily well programmed, graphic engine is stellar locked at 60 fps, and it's hard to fault a game that stays close to a formula that quite frankly created what the modern shooter is and does.

    Do not let the internet crafty fool you.....a lot of the time the internet nerd world will find a way to hate on something popular in real life. It's the fun thing to do.

    This game is FANTASTIC and you would be a fool to rate or believe this game is anything less than an 8 on a bad day. It's technically and superficially an outstanding game that continues to DEFINE this generation of multiplayer excellence.

    No game is perfect, so i don't give 10's. I'd knock this game if for only the fact the texture work could be improved in the graphics department and sound design could use a little work.

    Flame on.

    www.novatribe.com    … Expand
  11. FUSIONCHA0S
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    All these negative reviews are from people who play BF3, or overwhelmed themselves in a sequel they new was over the top amazing but ended up hating it because they expected too much. I personally love MW3, and all the other past titles. They added a bunch of new weapons, record videos of game play, new maps, perks, and a ton of other stuff. If you seriously don't like MW3, then goAll these negative reviews are from people who play BF3, or overwhelmed themselves in a sequel they new was over the top amazing but ended up hating it because they expected too much. I personally love MW3, and all the other past titles. They added a bunch of new weapons, record videos of game play, new maps, perks, and a ton of other stuff. If you seriously don't like MW3, then go back to Battlefield 3 or a different game. Its your loss that you bought this game or played it. Every guest I talk to at Target say they love the game and enjoy multi player most of all. I have no regret in buying this game, I've been playing it since the midnight launch, and enjoy being able to pick up a game where I know how to play and not having to learn the multi player so much. I've played both BF3 and MW3 and I would choose MW3 over BF3 because it doesn't have the million glitches and bugs that BF3 has since day 1, the game came out. Don't forget the times that BF3 servers where down, (MULTIPLE TIMES) which also happened on day 1 of release. Besides, why would they change a ton of stuff in MW3 when you knew the story had to continue, EVERYONE! loved MW2, so why would they change everything about MW3 if people enjoyed what they where playing already.… Expand
  12. DoctorRagePhD
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Modern Warfare 3 is a great game. Of course the single player is only a few hours long but the multiplayer is greatly improved. There are no more insanely overpowered killstreaks and it actually focuses on the gun on gun fights.
  13. marioslive
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Best COD since Modern Warfare in 2007. The guns sound excellent , best in the series. The killstreaks are very well balanced. Very fluent gameplay. It doesn't disappoint at all , don't understand the negativity, must be battlefield fans mad that they're game couldn't match up to this.
  14. Deliqquent
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    First of all I love the game and where it is now. I think the dev team tried very hard to battle one of the hardest aspects of the game which is camping during multiplayer play. In there defense I believe they did the best that they could have done and in return you get a fast paced multiplayer setting that requires players to rely more on marksmanship, concealment and strength in yourFirst of all I love the game and where it is now. I think the dev team tried very hard to battle one of the hardest aspects of the game which is camping during multiplayer play. In there defense I believe they did the best that they could have done and in return you get a fast paced multiplayer setting that requires players to rely more on marksmanship, concealment and strength in your team to win matches no longer are players able to rely only on hip firing and hiding in corners to successful. The game looks great a needed but small facelift. The campaign storyline is quite complex and if not paying attention you may miss some info but all in all a great finish with the beloved cpt price and soap. The game is worth the money and does not dissapoint, for new players I would suggest you take your time online and learn strategies and be ready to change up your style of play if a camper or wall sitter. Thankyou infinity ward and sledgehammer great game… Expand
  15. Die20
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I am a call of duty vet. I have played every call of duty game ever made and this one is the most different. I feel that the hit boxes are a little off when the game lags, survival mode could have included more killstreaks (i.e. AC 130 or Chopper gunner), and the single players was WAY TO SHORT. Also, I feel that in the process of trying to make the game more balanced, the developersI am a call of duty vet. I have played every call of duty game ever made and this one is the most different. I feel that the hit boxes are a little off when the game lags, survival mode could have included more killstreaks (i.e. AC 130 or Chopper gunner), and the single players was WAY TO SHORT. Also, I feel that in the process of trying to make the game more balanced, the developers removed what made call of duty great: Capitalism. The concept of providing those who generate kills with the ability to acquire more kills is what made call of duty great. That is what kill streaks were made for. However, the developers took a capitalistic reward structure and made it socialist. Now, has my KD or win ratio been affected? no but it does upset me to see a kid who has only 1 kill call in an airdrop. I do feel that the changes made though provide for a different game, one that I do not like. With all that said, I still play it religiously and will continue to until the new call of duty launches next year or when Respawn Interactive drops their new title. Welcome to the first digital FPS monopoly.… Expand
  16. miko007
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I just finished the canpign and its soooooo good i´ve never been excited about a game that much all my life its just thrill ride and the multiplayer is great. Call of Duty : Modern Warfare 3 = Simply A Masterpiece
    5/5
  17. RockstarZen
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    A 3.2 Average score is baffling to me - I think this is the most finely tuned COD game ever, and they have packed a ton into the Co-op section. The guns look and sound fantastic, and they level up providing you with the ability to tweak them without wasting a perk (ie: Bullet Penetration, Two Attachments). The perks are more balanced than ever and have me thinking about using all of theA 3.2 Average score is baffling to me - I think this is the most finely tuned COD game ever, and they have packed a ton into the Co-op section. The guns look and sound fantastic, and they level up providing you with the ability to tweak them without wasting a perk (ie: Bullet Penetration, Two Attachments). The perks are more balanced than ever and have me thinking about using all of the class slots (never done that before). Great to be back with IW after yet another one of Treyarchs multi-player travesties (I loved it when the guy I was shooting in Black Ops would turn around after soaking up have a clip and kill me).
    The single player is exactly what you would expect it to be, but the familiar locales (NY, London, Paris, Hamburg, etc..) add a poignancy that has been lacking. COD is what it is, if you bought this you knew what you were getting. I get the feeling that these negative reviewers would go to Burger King and complain that there were too many Burgers on the menu.    … Expand
  18. gmullinix
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    How could you say its a low score! It's a great game! It's exactly what we wanted, a new and creative game with new perks, kill streaks, and game play. The campaign is excellent and the graphics, sounds, and fluency are 10/10 compared to any other game I've seen. Battlefield 3 doesn't even compare, graphically. They've added little things that make the overall gameplay excellent, I loveHow could you say its a low score! It's a great game! It's exactly what we wanted, a new and creative game with new perks, kill streaks, and game play. The campaign is excellent and the graphics, sounds, and fluency are 10/10 compared to any other game I've seen. Battlefield 3 doesn't even compare, graphically. They've added little things that make the overall gameplay excellent, I love hearing what people have to say after I kill them with the ability to now listen for 3 seconds after killing someone. ITS A GREAT GAME!… Expand
  19. hoodlum91
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is by far the best modern warfare game. The visuals are definitely much better than its prequel modern warfare 2. You just can't stop playing this game, as it pushes in copious amounts of adrenaline which you never get from any other game out there. The game-play is better, cinematics improved. More and more guns. What else do you need from a classic first person shooter like MW fromThis is by far the best modern warfare game. The visuals are definitely much better than its prequel modern warfare 2. You just can't stop playing this game, as it pushes in copious amounts of adrenaline which you never get from any other game out there. The game-play is better, cinematics improved. More and more guns. What else do you need from a classic first person shooter like MW from Activision. One more thing to add: xbox 360 version is way better than the ps3 one.… Expand
  20. Hotspur96
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The game is great. I have completed campaign and love multiplayer. I don't see why people having been rating the game so badly it is a definite step up to Black Ops where I found my self only playing when I had friends over to play zombies or total boredom had struck me. 10/10
  21. Lucky715
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Another great game and yes I'm a hardcore fan the single players good the multiplayer is amazing and it is still the single most addictive multiplayer you will ever experience. You will die a lot but as soon as u pass level 30 the customization to your guns, kill streaks and perks is nothing short of amazing. Call of duty is successful for a reason so stop hating on it. If it were allAnother great game and yes I'm a hardcore fan the single players good the multiplayer is amazing and it is still the single most addictive multiplayer you will ever experience. You will die a lot but as soon as u pass level 30 the customization to your guns, kill streaks and perks is nothing short of amazing. Call of duty is successful for a reason so stop hating on it. If it were all really true call of duty games would not sell as good as they do. Here's to modern warfare 3 and I hope they make Black ops 2 next year. Black ops was a stellar game and my personal favorite. Call it copy and past but the two games to be honest play different. Help boost up the user score of this game we have call of duty haters trying to scare people from buyin it. Call of duty for life!!!… Expand
  22. IIBadKarmaII
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    WOW! I knew that the impact of Infinity Ward's key designers would have an impact on MW3 but this is rediculous. By far the worst of the Modern Warfare series. I have always leaned towards Infinity Ward's Call of Duty versions but never again will I waste my money on trash games like this.
    The game plays and looks like some sort of arcade attempt at decent graphics and the functionality    WOW! I knew that the impact of Infinity Ward's key designers would have an impact on MW3 but this is rediculous. By far the worst of the Modern Warfare series. I have always leaned towards Infinity Ward's Call of Duty versions but never again will I waste my money on trash games like this.
    The game plays and looks like some sort of arcade attempt at decent graphics and the functionality is poor at best. They hardly followed any of the previous MW HUD formats or options, and I have no idea who their military advisors are but they are a joke (being that I have been an Army Infantryman and currently a private military/security contractor). I went to sleep last night as a level 53 and woke up a level 34, WTF? After 30mins on the "online customer service chat" with no response, I called and after an hour of waiting they took my information and told me that "they were working on the problem but couldn't fix give the rank back that I had played so long and hard for... Activion and NEW Infinity Ward are by far the worst game developers in the business. I always hated Treyark untill Black Ops which is amazing! WOW, that is all that I can say. I will never buy another Activision game made by Infinity Ward!    … Expand
  23. ALISN
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    MW3 is what every CoD fan should want. A polished version of the great game we all love. I'm surprised how many negative user reviews they are? How many of the bad reviews were written by disappointed BF3 players???? There's no such thing as a CoD killer
  24. DTardelli
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Very good game, some people are saying the same thing, but it must be the same as Modern Warfare is a well so they should have kept the same gameplay and etc. and keep the same graph is also best as even some modest PC's can run this game in a setting relatively good and so is better for the players.
  25. CGreen34
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    While I did think the campaign was very predictable and the story was thrown together without a whole lot of things being explained...I like the game a lot.
    The campaign did have some pretty cool settings (New York, Paris, London, Somalia, etc.) and the weapons felt more realistic than in previous CoD iterations. The multiplayer is why anyone buys this game however, and is also the reason    While I did think the campaign was very predictable and the story was thrown together without a whole lot of things being explained...I like the game a lot.
    The campaign did have some pretty cool settings (New York, Paris, London, Somalia, etc.) and the weapons felt more realistic than in previous CoD iterations. The multiplayer is why anyone buys this game however, and is also the reason the game shines. Unlike BF3, CoD is frenetic, fast paced, and visceral. You don't have to run miles to get shot out of nowhere like in BF3. While I like MW3, I am disappointed that the story/campaign isn't like the old CoD games...the ones for PC. Those games had a great story, a difficult campaign, and excellent multiplayer. These days it seems like the game developers have to water everything down so the "casual" gamer can feel good about themselves.
    Pros: Multiplayer, multiplayer, multiplayer.
    Cons: Poor story, Spec Ops isn't as good as MW2.    … Expand
  26. nikky
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
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  27. Tenor68
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Gameplay au top, le multi est une tuerie ! C'est MW2 en encore mieux ! La campagne est très rythmée, on ne s'ennuie pas une seconde. Le MEILLEUR FPS !!!!!!!
  28. mariot332
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    this is a great game the people who are giving it a 0 are the skyrim **** they are only giving it a bad rating so people will buy there game instead this has everything i liked about there other games and they added on so much more that just make this game great
  29. GAV1TRON
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    ****
  30. GUM360
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    These low user review scores are complete BS - written by people who haters of Activision and/or Infinity Ward and/or the series (and probably get their asses handed to them if they do play). If you played it, you know this is the best MW to date (far better than Blacks Ops) - all around great game, fun to play (no matter your experience level), great variety with co-op mode, intenseThese low user review scores are complete BS - written by people who haters of Activision and/or Infinity Ward and/or the series (and probably get their asses handed to them if they do play). If you played it, you know this is the best MW to date (far better than Blacks Ops) - all around great game, fun to play (no matter your experience level), great variety with co-op mode, intense single player and 16 multi-player maps are all well done. You cannot ignore all the critic review and if you have played it you know the praise it deserves - Haters go away!… Expand
  31. ksimp84
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Although there's nothing "groundbreaking" about the multiplayer, it stays true to what makes Call of Duty great. Hundreds of unlocks, weapon personalization, and customizing your soldier's load outs to fit your play style, thus integrating different people into the series, with a greater chance of success. The campaign was (as usual) action-packed, and enjoyable (albeit short).
  32. chef414
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I love the new kill streaks and death streaks, the campaign looks great, but is very much like mw2. How ever its still very fun and playable and the graphics are top notch. The on-line is still really fun, but i feel like its harder to get kills or at least your aim needs to be on point like never before, also the new kill confirmed is really fun and is a great alternative to standard TDM.I love the new kill streaks and death streaks, the campaign looks great, but is very much like mw2. How ever its still very fun and playable and the graphics are top notch. The on-line is still really fun, but i feel like its harder to get kills or at least your aim needs to be on point like never before, also the new kill confirmed is really fun and is a great alternative to standard TDM. Over all its still a great game and the online is leagues above battlefield 3 imho.… Expand
  33. DTA_CoolishHero
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Alright guys listen up. This game is not so bad but it does have its flaws. The campaign is alright but what it does right is keep you wanting and waiting to see what big set piece is around the corner. Huge set pieces is what the campaign was made for and it does one hell of a job at it. Spec ops is a blast as usual and is great for partnering up with a buddy and the missions are variedAlright guys listen up. This game is not so bad but it does have its flaws. The campaign is alright but what it does right is keep you wanting and waiting to see what big set piece is around the corner. Huge set pieces is what the campaign was made for and it does one hell of a job at it. Spec ops is a blast as usual and is great for partnering up with a buddy and the missions are varied and engaging. But we all know that the multiplayer is what we all bought MW3 for. Yes they re skinned MW and made it their own but the gunplay is not as "tight" as other Call of Duty games. With bullets not registering and assault rifles cant even touch a enemy at far range this game became a mundane shooter. Lag issues and lackluster map design bogs this game's greatness. This can be fixed however with map packs and title updates. But what really drags it down is the maps. These maps are forgettable at best. At least in the other Call of Duty games you remember the maps. Highrise, Vacant, Crash, Overgrown and many other shined in the past titles. Instead we get these cramped, claustrophobic maps that really don't lend to how the games should flow. Now all people do is run which is not a bad tactic but most combat involves running at each other head on till someone gets the lucky bullet. The maps are so lackluster and cramped that I feel like Im a mouse trapped in a maze designed by a 5 year old with the cheese at the end being 10th prestige which doesn't seem to be the best reward in this "maze".
    In closing Sledgehammer and Infinity Ward I applaud you for rising from the ashes of what happened at Infinity Ward. But a little more polish and this game would be great. But its not too late, you have time to fix this via DLC and title updates. This games fate is uncertain but you guys can fix it if you choose. Its a great game you just have to scrape some of the dirt off. This is DTA_CoolishHero signing out. My first game review hope you guys like it.    … Expand
  34. BigSlickSlim
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Really like many of the new features in multi-player. Strike packages that can be changed for each custom class. Being able to pick which kill streak you want to use at the time. Campers have been in every game not sure why people would think that would change. Save your predator missile and when a camper kills you drop it on him. Weapon attachments and gun customization has improved.Really like many of the new features in multi-player. Strike packages that can be changed for each custom class. Being able to pick which kill streak you want to use at the time. Campers have been in every game not sure why people would think that would change. Save your predator missile and when a camper kills you drop it on him. Weapon attachments and gun customization has improved. Spawns need some work but that is the case with every new game. Biggest complaint is that the RPD was taken from the game.… Expand
  35. Cesai
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    What can I say about this game. Wonderful, spectacular, cinematic and many more things, can still remember the first time I played Call of Duty was an experience our glorious why I say that Call of Duty is not a simple fps he is the king of all graphs is both recycled or not so I know the game is so wonderful but leaves you with so much that I like to ask more.and biz
  36. Berdredin
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It seems that quite a few people are spamming the score with bad reviews. I think it is a great game. The sound is pretty amazing, slightly repetitive, but amazing nonetheless. Gameplay handles smoothly, and another great campaign are just some of the things that make is an interesting game to play.
  37. omgurheadsgone
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Fantastic game. At first I was a bit overwhelmed with the new maps and what not and thought that MW3 didn't live up to my expectations, but after playing for a bit and learning to navigate my way efficiently through the game I can say that I am thoroughly enjoying it. Real shame on the low rating, I truly can't under-stand why. Compared to black ops, this game is absolute gold.
  38. condieshow
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I have no idea why this game is getting bad reviews. It just seems that everybody just likes to hate on COD because it's successful. Sure it's not the prettiest game but I don't play for graphics alone. I think it's funny that people will just say what ever they want just so they can make something fail. I have played it, the campaign, spec-ops, and a online and everything is great! ItI have no idea why this game is getting bad reviews. It just seems that everybody just likes to hate on COD because it's successful. Sure it's not the prettiest game but I don't play for graphics alone. I think it's funny that people will just say what ever they want just so they can make something fail. I have played it, the campaign, spec-ops, and a online and everything is great! It does need a few fixes, but overall, it is a game that I believe is worth a nine. I don't care if what other people think, if I enjoy it that is all that matters. Haters going to hate!… Expand
  39. AAAmad
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    i rate this game 9/10 because the creators did not make the game great on all platforms especially the wii that had lag shooting. if this was fixed my rating would go to 100/10!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  40. kinny999
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    As with the reviewer below i created this account only to leave my view, or rather his views as they are very similar and the guy below sums up my thoughts bang on.

    "I created a metacritic account just to review this terrible game. The more I play it the more I hate it. I am a long time COD player, played MW, MW2, and black ops all to prestige. The maps and spawning system are terrible in    As with the reviewer below i created this account only to leave my view, or rather his views as they are very similar and the guy below sums up my thoughts bang on.

    "I created a metacritic account just to review this terrible game. The more I play it the more I hate it. I am a long time COD player, played MW, MW2, and black ops all to prestige. The maps and spawning system are terrible in this one though. The maps are all dozens of narrow passages crisscrossing each other so you are constantly getting shot in the side and back, add to that the new spawning system and it is impossible to play this game with any sort of tactics. You cant clear an area and then feel confident the enemies will be ahead of you they will just spawn behind you and come at you from one of 6 different angles. Activision shouldn't have been greedy and fired the people that made these games good. I wont be buying another COD game until something drastic changes"    … Expand
  41. stanblaok73
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Exactly what I was hoping for, love it, best ever of the series. With the new additions, and the fact they are pretty much the only ones who allow 4 player offline splitscreen is a game in itself. I love that they left that in.
  42. weedandbrew
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    super clean and fun as always. Love the subtle yet high-impact changes to multiplayer, and the new gun models look bomb. People who think this a **** job for something done over 2 years just have no idea about the game-development process.
  43. RID3R-27
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    J'emmerde ce qui dise mal de ce jeux ! Je suis un grand fan de ce jeux ! Juste Black ops qui m'a profondément déçu. Après chacun son opinion, le mien est dit..
  44. cineeek
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I turned the game on a new TV, the graphics in modern warfare 2 is not comparable to modern warfare third Something wonderful. Multiplayer maps are flattering in every detail. Now I know what he meant mw3 author, speaking of the graphics engine, similar to Porsche. I recommend to all
  45. a9z9
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Je vais mettre 10 pour remonter la note, bien que ce soit quasi inutile. Certes le jeu est presque identique a MW2, mais avec des améliorations (niveaux des armes par exemple), le gameplay n'a pas changé, ce qui est, selon moi, excellent. Les graphismes? Quasi identiques par rapport a MW2, et alors? Si les gens l'achètent, c'est pour le gameplay. EtJe vais mettre 10 pour remonter la note, bien que ce soit quasi inutile. Certes le jeu est presque identique a MW2, mais avec des améliorations (niveaux des armes par exemple), le gameplay n'a pas changé, ce qui est, selon moi, excellent. Les graphismes? Quasi identiques par rapport a MW2, et alors? Si les gens l'achètent, c'est pour le gameplay. Et franchement, les graphismes sont parfaitement acceptables. Je ne vois aucune raison de descendre un jeu de cette façon, au final ça montre que vous n'êtes pas les plus malins. MW3 est un très bon jeu, le solo est fou, le multi, pareil. Si vous n'aimez pas, passez, point. Pas besoin de faire une montagne pour ça, au final vous ne faites que vous répéter, enfin c'est marrant au moins ! GG Acti !… Expand
  46. KayLux
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I went out and got it at the midnight release and played it for a straight 7 hours through the morning and loved it all. I have no idea why people can say the game is that bad. I personally love it more than MW2 which I loved a lot. The SP is even more action packed than the last which was in itself amazing, The new Special Ops are great fun, I've spent many hours play survival mode withI went out and got it at the midnight release and played it for a straight 7 hours through the morning and loved it all. I have no idea why people can say the game is that bad. I personally love it more than MW2 which I loved a lot. The SP is even more action packed than the last which was in itself amazing, The new Special Ops are great fun, I've spent many hours play survival mode with friends, the Spec Ops missions are also great fun. As for the multiplayer I love it also, the new gamemode "Kill Confirmed" is so much fun and ads a whole new dimension to the game, you actually have to think about gaming now instead of just kills! Love it

    All in all, definitely glad I bought this game!    … Expand
  47. JVStan1987
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Another year, another Call of Duty. This year brings about Modern Warfare 3 the sequel to 2009's Modern Warfare 2. Overall the game play is very similar to other incarnations of the Call of Duty series. This incarnation comes with the standard tweaks to multiplayer that you would expect. Yes, this is more of the same but it's still a fun experience.
  48. pwood
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is the purest form of Modern Warfare. The one we've been waiting for.
    Here's why.
    First off it's smooth. Super smooth, a 60 frames per second makes this game look crystal clear. A little sharper graphics, that are tough to spot at first, but once you see the first car explode you will know exactly what I mean. Buildings collapse when you hit them with a missile from the chopper,    This is the purest form of Modern Warfare. The one we've been waiting for.
    Here's why.
    First off it's smooth. Super smooth, a 60 frames per second makes this game look crystal clear. A little sharper graphics, that are tough to spot at first, but once you see the first car explode you will know exactly what I mean. Buildings collapse when you hit them with a missile from the chopper, balconies collapse when you man the mini-gun. The water looks real, trees and grass blow as a storm approaches, and I actually stopped more than once to look around at the sky and the sunset. It was that beautiful. Bigger scale. MW was about a few guys in Russia, MW2 was about defending the eastern states in the U.S. MW3 is about the entire world under attack. And you feel it. Cool set pieces for firefights that are multi-level transitional. Not just where you've got guys on the second story (and stay there) and guys down low (and stay there) you've got people running up and down stairs using the environment. One time i saw an enemy running towards me, and I was thinking "what an idiot this dude's gonna get shot in the face, stupid A.I.," only to see him actually running up to a car, he opens the car door, and hides behind it! I was blown away.
    A beef i had with Black Ops was that sometimes it felt like a shooting gallery. You would walk forward it would "trigger" the enemy spawn, they line up in a row, and you kill 'em, and move on. But here i felt like there are people everywhere and all the time! And there's always this rushed feeling of progression, where if you try to camp and kill everybody someone yells, "C'mon we gotta keep moving!" So you didn't feel like you had to kill everyone, but that the mission was more important. A major improvement is the feel and sounds of the guns. They feel great, and I can't tell if it's extra vibration in the controller or what, but it's different. It's crisp. I love breach scenes. i swear I'd buy a game where all you do it breach every room.
    Now before you declare me a CoD fanboy, remember, this is all just the campaign I've been talking about! I haven't even touched the multiplayer or the special ops missions/survival. Those are what will ensure that you will never need to ditch the game just because the campaign is over.
    This game is loaded and if you can put aside the "it's cool to hate on modern warfare" fad that seems to be all the rage, you'll be blown away at this masterpiece. I love Modern Warfare 3 and I don't care who knows it.
    P.S. Airplane level FTW!    … Expand
  49. D0nk3ypunch0311
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Best FPS ever just deal with it all you BF3 fanboys. If it anit broke dont fix it. They kept what was great and added more greatness to it . long live MW3 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  50. Johan_Liebert
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    adorei o jogo,o gráfico é ótimo (pra que mudar a engine?) historia perfeita,chega emociona os jogadores.
    o que importa não é o tempo de jogo e sim a diversão.
    eu amo essa franquia
    nota 1000!
  51. Gmrfrk88
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I think this game is awesome I don't see why so many people are ripping on it, the weapon customization and leveling system is awesome an they took out all the b.s. perks like commando and danger close and the maps, even though some seem the same just different environment run smoothly and nice and the multiplayer is fast paced and amazing, I think people aren't used to the quickness andI think this game is awesome I don't see why so many people are ripping on it, the weapon customization and leveling system is awesome an they took out all the b.s. perks like commando and danger close and the maps, even though some seem the same just different environment run smoothly and nice and the multiplayer is fast paced and amazing, I think people aren't used to the quickness and die alot that's why they don't like but I'd pick it up for sure, campaign keeps you on your toes and spec ops and survival is challenging, exactly what I was looking for and more in this game… Expand
  52. Em1lio0o
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    A very good game again how much fun it was Call of Duty 4, has the same graphic of a Modern Warfare 3 with minor adjustments, but that does not diminish the good. The multiplayer is more fun and much more variety in weapons and customization. Excellent game.
  53. Bredstick
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The users reviewing this game don't get it. Yes there is not a lot of innovation to the latest MW but that is to be expected. It's now an annual release with a great formula of success. It follows the same business model of many sports games. In fact one could argue that the success of this franchise has caused the industry to try and get better. Battlefield is trying everything itThe users reviewing this game don't get it. Yes there is not a lot of innovation to the latest MW but that is to be expected. It's now an annual release with a great formula of success. It follows the same business model of many sports games. In fact one could argue that the success of this franchise has caused the industry to try and get better. Battlefield is trying everything it can to catch up to COD. Some so-called hard-core gamers will say it's made for noobs and geared to the masses. Isn't that the point? Anyone can play this game and have fun. The multi-player is as fast pace as ever but with more verticle levels adding a twist to the run and gun. There are more dark corners for the newbies to pitch a tent in then previous games.… Expand
  54. iamhardboiled
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Hey this game is rated high just for the social aspects of this game. Yes its pretty much the samething with added content. But hey it works, except for the on-line lag issues..this game is at least fun.
  55. dopest
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Game is a nice update. What I like about the call of duty series is that it has a similar look and feel but every iteration is a new challenge. The map layouts, how the guns feel and recoil, and how damage is dealt out, among perks killstreaks etc all change with each iteration. I'm not doing nearly as well as I did in Black Ops but I take this as a challenge. Just because the gameGame is a nice update. What I like about the call of duty series is that it has a similar look and feel but every iteration is a new challenge. The map layouts, how the guns feel and recoil, and how damage is dealt out, among perks killstreaks etc all change with each iteration. I'm not doing nearly as well as I did in Black Ops but I take this as a challenge. Just because the game has the same visual cues and sounds as all the other call of duty games DOES NOT MEAN ITS JUST MW2.5 this game is a fun and challenging entry to the series.… Expand
  56. JimboJames2007
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Stasismind CosmicDeath MAC7421 RezzaDee casshern09 Dolar. IGNORE people like this, Spamming a 0 score because some other game dares to be made that isn't from their favorite line of games. 5 of those names I listed scored MW3 0 and BF3 10- and that's just the first half of this first page of reviews. I give this game at least an 8- why? Because I like it- what it does, how it does it andStasismind CosmicDeath MAC7421 RezzaDee casshern09 Dolar. IGNORE people like this, Spamming a 0 score because some other game dares to be made that isn't from their favorite line of games. 5 of those names I listed scored MW3 0 and BF3 10- and that's just the first half of this first page of reviews. I give this game at least an 8- why? Because I like it- what it does, how it does it and how it looks doing it. MW3 may have a medium-short length campaign, but it works! The story gets told (and unlike most it seems, I followed it) and unlike the cliche riddled, CoD ripoff of a campaign in BF3 (get real BF fans, something bad happens before the game, you get interrogated/forced to explain it, and just before the end you get out of the interrogation and help 'save the world'? Black Ops people, did that already. And what the hell is with all the 'I'm on a machine gun! OH NO A ROCKET CRAP I BLEW UP AND NOW I'M DAZED ON THE GROUND!" moments? How many times did that happen? And those stupid quicktime events that appear no where else in the game? At least CoD's consistent between single and multiplayer) and told well. Now, having not played the BF3 mutliplayer (and considering this crowd spamming low scored for competing games, I probably won't) I can't speak out against it, but from what I have heard the multiplayer is the only thing BF3 does right. So, kudos there. MW3? That multiplayer is still fastpaced and hectic. Which game would I buy and play? MW3, handsdown. Which game would I play? Both. Unlike the morons spamming 0 scores for games they're too immature to understand have a right to exist, I won't write-off a game just because it's competition to a game I like. Then again, considering how many problems BF3 had when it launched... I think I'll stick with the people who know what they're doing.… Expand
  57. MadCoyoteJoe
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Got the game at midnight love all of it so far. The game is a huge upgrade from the past modern warfare's without getting rid of what we all love. The first maps you get have been pretty good. Do hope to get a few classic maps in the map pack. Love this game!
  58. bueno
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    o jogo é muito bom a campanha single-player muito melhor do que o black ops o mutyplayer cada vez melhor é um jogo bonito uma historia bem feita.O call of duty está cada vez melhor,a briga entre os melhores fps deste ano esta muito igual e vai ser difícil a escolha do melhor para mim este titulo é um dos melhores.
  59. cheesewaffle1
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    No matter what anyone will ever tell me, try to stray my vision, I stand by this game knowing I love it and everything about it. My decision is final.
  60. MagnumSpy
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Everyone is going to have their own personal opinion of this game. My opinion is it looks way mors advancedthan Modern Warfare 2 doesn' feel like a rehash of an old game at all. It's multiplayer feels smoother and more robust than Black ops. The game is fun and enjoyableso I give it a 10 for that. The graphics are attractive and there is a ton of eye candy to keep you entertained. I amEveryone is going to have their own personal opinion of this game. My opinion is it looks way mors advancedthan Modern Warfare 2 doesn' feel like a rehash of an old game at all. It's multiplayer feels smoother and more robust than Black ops. The game is fun and enjoyableso I give it a 10 for that. The graphics are attractive and there is a ton of eye candy to keep you entertained. I am not a fan boy I also enjoy the Battlefield series. I feel the two games shouldn't be compared in reviews since both are different games all they share is the same genre being shooters. Modern Warfare 3 is excellent and both single player and multiplayer should be tried by all serious first person shooter fans.… Expand
  61. reese357
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    mw3 is the best cod game so far the single player game is decent the multiplayer rocks and thats why i buy it.cant wait till the next generation of consoles the graphics could use some improving online its fast paced and fun and on fun factor alone i give it a 10 and to me thats what its all about.
  62. Qwips
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I think this is an awesome game, I for one haven't played any of the other call of Duty game but this has been a great introduction into the franchise 10/10 here !
  63. ljh217
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It's everything you expect from Call of Duty. You have the campaign, spec-ops and multiplayer. After some hands on time with the multiplayer it'es easier to see that his game is much much better than BLOPs ever was. It's at the very least on par with MW2, although Call Of Duty is clearly a sinking ship and activision need to start looking at reinventing the series.
  64. ThinkingRicky
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    COD modern warfare is by far the greatest entry in video game history, the story makes you feel in the game and the characters you play as and its the finale of the trilogy. The multiplayer is fun and always will be, so many options, challenges and trying to be # 1. this game does deserve a 10 on my list. though i don't know why people hate this game eventually they will buy it or give inCOD modern warfare is by far the greatest entry in video game history, the story makes you feel in the game and the characters you play as and its the finale of the trilogy. The multiplayer is fun and always will be, so many options, challenges and trying to be # 1. this game does deserve a 10 on my list. though i don't know why people hate this game eventually they will buy it or give in to a great game it is. so i totally recommend to people .… Expand
  65. gil1
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    sp is fine, end of the series it looks like, was nice story line from mw1-3.
    multi is super fast, mix of mw1-2 , its ok tho i miss some big maps like afghan or cod1 in mw2 map...
  66. boob82
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Campaign mode for COD MW3 is strong and Multiplayer mode is fun as always. You have a great choice of guns and the maps are robust. I love this game just as much as the other installments.
  67. DarkCarniVol
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Disregard the haters. If you're a gamer and you love FPS games this is a must play. There is a reason COD games are the best selling games around. MW3 has nonstop action and fast paced, addictive multi-player. Some people feel that the multi-player hasn't changed but it doesn't have to. It has been refined to perfection and I would put it up against the BF3s and Halos any day.
  68. Glennab10
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I love this game , ITS AMAZING im very satisfied with this game i LOVE it , i love multiplayer and how they work on that, this is the best multiplayer game OF HISTORY :D:D:D and also they think about the different types of player ando now i can play with my friends and we enjoy a lot because they are not to good on FPS but they use support pointstreaks and they help me a lott, and i cantI love this game , ITS AMAZING im very satisfied with this game i LOVE it , i love multiplayer and how they work on that, this is the best multiplayer game OF HISTORY :D:D:D and also they think about the different types of player ando now i can play with my friends and we enjoy a lot because they are not to good on FPS but they use support pointstreaks and they help me a lott, and i cant wait to play single player, i have school tomorrow and i cant play, but yesterday i play a lot!!! it was truuly AMAZING , and the survival mode is UMBELIAVABLE , i hope you to continue creating games like this, CANT WAIT FOR TOMORROW THAT ITS FRIDAY TO PLAY FROM NIGHT TO MORNING . By: Glenn Abbott , From: Dominican republic, Im gonna get married with this game… Expand
  69. willic24
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Ok, people are hating on this game and I'm not sure why. Its campaign is short and intense and that was to be expected. The MP is what you've come to expect over the years. They also say there is nothing "innovative" about it. I ask this, what were all of you people who are writing bad reviews expecting? Battlefield? Wait, that's out also. That is a different style of shooter and if youOk, people are hating on this game and I'm not sure why. Its campaign is short and intense and that was to be expected. The MP is what you've come to expect over the years. They also say there is nothing "innovative" about it. I ask this, what were all of you people who are writing bad reviews expecting? Battlefield? Wait, that's out also. That is a different style of shooter and if you like that, play that. I play both because to me, they both have their strong points. MW3 is what I expected to be playing and I'm enjoying quite nicely. So thank you to Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer for your work. Now, can you please get Elite up and running correctly!? That's the only knock I have against MW3.. Oh, one last thing, Survival Mode in Special Ops is a blast with a friend!… Expand
  70. Sexbox360
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I love this game because its a mix of my 2 favorite games cod4 and mw2 the feel and the look. It feels nice and it plays nice. The connection is very nice I usually have 3-4 bars very rarely have 1-2 bars because the servers are great etc.
  71. openlocks
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    MW3 is absolutely awesome. It is the first person shooter I have been waiting for. It takes everything good about MW2 and makes it that much better. Don't be fooled by the user rating for MW3 this game is a 10 out of 10 easily. It has three games packed into one package. There is no online game code like Battlefield 3 (which is just a way for EA to suck every last penny out of your pocketMW3 is absolutely awesome. It is the first person shooter I have been waiting for. It takes everything good about MW2 and makes it that much better. Don't be fooled by the user rating for MW3 this game is a 10 out of 10 easily. It has three games packed into one package. There is no online game code like Battlefield 3 (which is just a way for EA to suck every last penny out of your pocket so when it is time to sell the game it looses it's value worst then a car does). Please try out MW3 it has a great story, special ops is absolutely spectacular and the multiplayer is easily better than it has ever been. There is not one game on the 360 that is a first person shooter that is more polished nor more fun. Take the time to try it out an you will be pleased. When it comes to this war MW3 takes the flag all the way home.… Expand
  72. Silver_spoon
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I cant say im a fanboy of call of duty and im not going to praise it as such, but this title doesn't deserve all the hate. I never actually played the original modern warfare, but I played all the games before it and all of the games after it, modern warfare 2 was fantastic, black ops was a bit of a let down but I enjoyed it over all, however I think this is a good return to form and imI cant say im a fanboy of call of duty and im not going to praise it as such, but this title doesn't deserve all the hate. I never actually played the original modern warfare, but I played all the games before it and all of the games after it, modern warfare 2 was fantastic, black ops was a bit of a let down but I enjoyed it over all, however I think this is a good return to form and im really enjoying it. it doesn't deserve all the negativity that its received and dev team deserve praise for keeping call of duty up to this good standard, sure things are the same. but aren't most games. same formula for your favorite titles and series, it isn't because they don't know what to do, don't know how to expand it (though they do each new game) its because right now they have a formula that works.… Expand
  73. jeffis2fresh
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    game is as good as I expected. Honestly I would like to see the ability to alter ur classes during the match but the game play and leveling up the guns was an awesome addition
  74. jadenrichmond
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    What everyone is saying about this game is a lie. This game, as many have stated, does not have the same graphics as Modern Warfare 1. Nor does this game have a predictable storyline. What this game has is a refreshing recovery from Black Ops, which was, to a much lesser extent, very much so ridiculed. This is exactly what the gaming community needs and has needed since the release ofWhat everyone is saying about this game is a lie. This game, as many have stated, does not have the same graphics as Modern Warfare 1. Nor does this game have a predictable storyline. What this game has is a refreshing recovery from Black Ops, which was, to a much lesser extent, very much so ridiculed. This is exactly what the gaming community needs and has needed since the release of Black Ops. The multiplayer, contrary to the statements of many, has completely changed its angles on multiplayer gaming, where there were faults, successes were there to fill in the cracks. What we had from Modern Warfare 2 is still there, but we got more. And what everyone said, how this game is exactly the same as Modern Warfare 2, that is only true in the very shortest of aspects. The multiplayer, redefined, unparalleled at this stage in the development of gaming, has not stopped improving. The new game modes it has added have only just begun to express the possibilities of the extremely well-formed map workings. In the future, the only thing I could expect more would be a greater amount of game modes. The campaign, although a tad bit too familiar at times presents the great feel that we have come to expect from an Infinity Ward game, with every bit of thrill and intensity that has always been there. And the Special Ops, playing as a single player seems to be a bit too difficult to obtain certain goals, but as a team, how the darn thing was meant to be played, has the greatest sense of accomplishment to it, just as we have come to expect. When you finally kill the final enemy, when you get to the final objective, you get this over-powering sense of gratification that will be openly welcomed by the open-minded. In my honest opinion, the only true flaw with this game is the amount of criticism it doesn't deserve. This game does not deserve the terrible reviews it has been getting. I hope my review helps to balance out the negatives, and motivate others to purchase this great addition to the world of gaming. Thank you.… Expand
  75. Johnathan_Steel
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    If you like cheap hollywood films, a multiplayer that's so filled with bugs its instantly turned into a fairyland game of pretend in doesn't exist to imaginary honour and will leave a taste all too similar to its predecessor games. Then look no further, I present to you the newest generic fps to hit the market, were sure you're 10 year old kid with a raging hard on for the army like allIf you like cheap hollywood films, a multiplayer that's so filled with bugs its instantly turned into a fairyland game of pretend in doesn't exist to imaginary honour and will leave a taste all too similar to its predecessor games. Then look no further, I present to you the newest generic fps to hit the market, were sure you're 10 year old kid with a raging hard on for the army like all AMuRICUNS should is looking forward to the collecters edition which is jammed packed (just like you're sons ass) with 20lbs of gay men army porn (just for you're darling youth (who totally isnt gay)

    some studies have shown that playing call of duty helps cure kids/adults of the bed wetting problems which so they so desperately need help with.    … Expand
  76. XxSnakekilleRxX
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Normately i made 8 for this game but what they 0 -_-".The campaign is great but short (7hour for 100%) the Multi its very good ,good map just 2 or 3 ugly map.
    The cooperating its very good too but spec ops again :/
  77. itsra1ningmen
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I can't deny being a COD fanboy, but i love this game. It put a great ending to my favorite shooter trilogy and is continuing to satisfy my multiplayer hunger. Haven't gone into spec ops much, but i did a few with my friend last night and my only complain was that most of the first missions (only unlocked the missions through the level 5 ones) had a majority of them with time limits, thisI can't deny being a COD fanboy, but i love this game. It put a great ending to my favorite shooter trilogy and is continuing to satisfy my multiplayer hunger. Haven't gone into spec ops much, but i did a few with my friend last night and my only complain was that most of the first missions (only unlocked the missions through the level 5 ones) had a majority of them with time limits, this angers me because i got 100% of the achievements on mw2 and for the spec ops, the hardest missions to complete on veteran were any of the missions involving juggernauts, followed closely by missions with time limits. Veteran can be made easy if you take it slow, but time limits make it increasingly more difficult

    Also, for those complaining innovation, what do you want them to do? Anything that Activision innovates you'll just end up **** about being stupid. We all need to learn to be satisfied with something less than perfect.    … Expand
  78. habsfan55
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    this is a amazing game. i have played many call of duty games and this is the best one yet! i dont now why the user score is so low it is a great game for playing alone and a even better one for playing with friends :) you neeeeed to buyy thiss gameee
  79. caviarsteel
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is the pinnacle of my existence. I have never played anything so groundbreaking or so deep in my entire life. It is innovative and unique. You should buy this game.
  80. Dipen
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Best with multiplayer...........
    Seriously it should not have this low....
    It does not create graphics details as Battlefield 3 but it does not have mindless waves of trooops in battlefield..
  81. GrieverSoul
    Nov 12, 2011
    9
    Many games are released every year with little to no improvement. Games like Fifa, PES, Madden,etc...
    However, Modern Warfare games come out once every 2 years. The improvements made over Modern Warfare 2 are tremendous. The only thing that helds this game back is its graphics. Muddy textures and bad animations. Still, the core of the video games is still the best! Its reponsive and fast    Many games are released every year with little to no improvement. Games like Fifa, PES, Madden,etc...
    However, Modern Warfare games come out once every 2 years. The improvements made over Modern Warfare 2 are tremendous. The only thing that helds this game back is its graphics. Muddy textures and bad animations. Still, the core of the video games is still the best! Its reponsive and fast paced gameplay.

    Modern Warfare 3 is the best multiplayer king. Hate it or love it, you cant deny that.    … Expand
  82. QU4ND2RY
    Nov 11, 2011
    8
    The biggest problem with Modern Warfare 3 is that lots of great changes have been made but none of them are apparent to the consumer. All they see is that the graphics are comparable and the game-play is extremely familiar. These are two very true comments and because they are all that is perceived they tend to overshadow the changes that have been made. Single Player: In true "MichaelThe biggest problem with Modern Warfare 3 is that lots of great changes have been made but none of them are apparent to the consumer. All they see is that the graphics are comparable and the game-play is extremely familiar. These are two very true comments and because they are all that is perceived they tend to overshadow the changes that have been made. Single Player: In true "Michael Bay" form, the campaign is a strand of epic set pieces designed to make your eyes and ears say "What the !@#$." This is getting harder to do since we've been exposed to the same style of presentation for at least two Modern Warfare's before this one. What really resonated with me is that this game ties all the events of previous two games into a coherent and surprisingly good story. The flashbacks and explanation of events happening outside of the players awareness in previous titles was awesome and it made me want to play the other two titles again.

    Spec Ops: The tried and true co-op formula is exactly the same as it was in Modern Warfare 2 except for one major detail which is the addition of Survival. Survival is just plain awesome. I love that the waves of enemies are infinite. I love that we can level up and use all the things that make traditional multi-player awesome like perks, attachments, kill streaks, etc. Survival is also a useful learning tool for players to get used to weapons and other errata of the game without the pressure of performing well against the online masses where stats are tracked and permanent. These two aspects dictate the entire feel and pace of the multi-player games and it's unfortunate because it renders so much in the game useless. Sniper rifles are really just there for show for instance. Multi-player: It's always hard to judge this segment because frankly it takes a long time to figure out the tools and the maps in order to use them efficiently. However, there's two things that I've notice that in my opinion act as the stem for virtually all the problems in the multi-player. First, the maps are significantly smaller than other iterations in the series. I can't tell you how many times I was surprised at how close Domination flags were to each other or how quickly an enemy was already bearing down on me at the beginning of a round. Secondly, even on the larger maps the amount of collusive objects create short lines of sight and make the maps feel and act small. These factors create maps that are chaotic and relentless. Spawn killing is much easier, tactics are less viable, and a lot of the tools and perks are useless because they can't be reliably used in an environment where your lifespan is mere seconds upon spawning. The good things that have changed are aspects that a lot of players probably won't pick up on. A good example is how corners are handled. Many of the corners aren't flat walls with a definitive edge but rather a stack of objects that create an uneven edge. This means players have to gauge their line of sight based on their height in relation to the object and also where the enemy may be coming from. It gives the person approaching the corner a small field of vision on someone who may be sitting around that corner thus making camping a little bit harder. Some corners are completely see-through like glass windows or brush. These provide a murky field of vision on a corner but still leave you vulnerable to damage. These create great risk vs. reward scenarios that the players have to consider each time they approach a corner and I love them.

    Summary: I miss Modern Warfare 1. That's it, what else can I say really? This game is an obvious and predictable evolution of the first Modern Warfare and I feel really underwhelmed playing it. In fact, I must have sat at the menu for 30 minutes wondering why I couldn't convince myself to play multi-player. Instead, I ended up playing Spec Ops all night and I loved it. I guess in contrast to all this I just miss the simplicity and near perfect balance of Modern Warfare 1. Where maps were diverse and sniper rifles were useful. Where gun-play was king and air traffic didn't completely drown out any other sound in the game. And I know this is in high contrast to popular map design but I really miss choke points. Modern Warfare 3 is a great game with liquid smooth game-play and a deep and interesting progression system but in the end, it still isn't enough to make me sell Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare.    … Expand
  83. parlokin
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    First, the 0-5 star reviews are ludicrous. Actual 0-5 star games don't even last on the shelf. MW3 is easily a 9/10 game; for me it is 10/10. It offers an unbelievably smooth, fast-paced and graphically appealing multiplayer experience. The new killstreak formula, gun upgrades, and 16 included maps make the MP fresh and the experience, durable. I wasn't expecting much from the singleFirst, the 0-5 star reviews are ludicrous. Actual 0-5 star games don't even last on the shelf. MW3 is easily a 9/10 game; for me it is 10/10. It offers an unbelievably smooth, fast-paced and graphically appealing multiplayer experience. The new killstreak formula, gun upgrades, and 16 included maps make the MP fresh and the experience, durable. I wasn't expecting much from the single player campaign, but it has been enjoyable. Again, the graphics are wonderful, and set pieces are really majestic; the story is interesting and winding (make sure you pay attention). Finally, unheard of in this class of games, there is another play mode called Spec Ops that included 2 horde-style and mission-style gameplay. These are fun and innovative, and some might enjoy it more than multiplayer. I'm not sure if the BF3 or Halo fanboys are just upset that MW3 is performing so well, or if they are just this immature, but it doesn't make sense that they would waste their time lying on these reviews. This is a great game, and it will last much longer than the ones they are standing behind. Should you be torn between games, MW3 is absolutely the way to go.… Expand
  84. holyman
    Nov 11, 2011
    8
    (This review is not about the modes or the specifics, its about whether its worth $60, there many other reviews here that will offer specifics on the game to you but if your wondering should i spend my $60 on this game then read this review)

    A lot of people have thought this is just some piece of crap game that doesn't deserve to looked at bought and should only be made fun of. To those    (This review is not about the modes or the specifics, its about whether its worth $60, there many other reviews here that will offer specifics on the game to you but if your wondering should i spend my $60 on this game then read this review)

    A lot of people have thought this is just some piece of crap game that doesn't deserve to looked at bought and should only be made fun of. To those who think this is true you are all wrong. Is this a sequel, yes, but is it a crappy game, no. While people complain about no innovation I'm sure that if there was a big change people would be mad. But let's get down to the real business, is this game even worth $60 and many hours of your time, that's your choice, for now i will tell you mine. This game isn't worth $60, maybe $50, probably $40 but not $60. Even not being worth $60, it is a very well made game with good but short campaign, great co-op missions, the awesome zombies like survival, and the famous (whether it be god or bad) multi-player. In my book there are very few games that offer a truly good overall package, MW3 does this but if your only buying for one mode then save your money and buy an older call of duty that has what you are looking for. I hope this can help somebody who is a long time fan who doesn't want to feel cheated because he spent $60 on a game he already played.    … Expand
  85. JoshG19
    Nov 11, 2011
    8
    Call of Duty does and will continue to thrive on one thing, multiplayer. I think overall its a really good game, but i have to agree with the majority, it doesnt feel that different. Is that a bad thing? Depends on who you ask, for me its not that much of a problem because what they do works. My only complaints is it seems that this game has become really tough, especially since in oneCall of Duty does and will continue to thrive on one thing, multiplayer. I think overall its a really good game, but i have to agree with the majority, it doesnt feel that different. Is that a bad thing? Depends on who you ask, for me its not that much of a problem because what they do works. My only complaints is it seems that this game has become really tough, especially since in one shot you could be dead. Also the spawns are really all over the place, maybe even worse than black ops. But as a whole i like the game, and ill probably get use to all the differences in multiplayer as will the rest of the fanbase. I think its time to reinovate COD though… Expand
  86. KoSViper22
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    To begin Why try to fix something is not broken and no i am not a fan boy. this game is fantastic i have been happy and satisfied, the single player is top notch, it sure to hell has a better play through than battlefield 3 or rage it also has a far better finish (no spoilers from me). yes the multi player is similar but that's what you want a game that works plays well and is loads of funTo begin Why try to fix something is not broken and no i am not a fan boy. this game is fantastic i have been happy and satisfied, the single player is top notch, it sure to hell has a better play through than battlefield 3 or rage it also has a far better finish (no spoilers from me). yes the multi player is similar but that's what you want a game that works plays well and is loads of fun to play. the strike package is genius and the map cut out campers which do my head in in previous games. this for me is the best COD game to date and i say more of the same please. IW, sledgehammer keep at it. Love this game and will continue to play… Expand
  87. LUCAS00764
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    O melhor fps que ja joguei até hoje, história envolvente e um multiplayer fantástico.
    nota 10000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000!!!!!
  88. DJBKnockin
    Nov 11, 2011
    8
    I think the game is great I have only played Multiplayer so far yet reading comments I doubt any 1 can make a better game lol! We go to MW for Arcade War atleast I know I do! Its not innovating its FPS shoot em up bang bang! Its Modern Warfare its the same systems this isnt x box 720 learn to program games or shut up!
  89. Puglicous
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    The story is decent and the new survival mode is fun. It is a bit 'more of the same" but they did it well. The story is better than B3's story and at least I can take my party with me into a game and not be thrown into the other team. They did a good job.
  90. Xx7FROST7xX
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I don't see what everyones problem with this game is. Its exactly what I expected. New maps guns ect it does remind me a lot of MW2 but that game was great why mess with something thats not broke. I personally Love this game I'm sure its gonna give me hours and hours of fun!
  91. NsDLotionOnSkn
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    400,000,000 million first day sales. An Epic campaign and good solid muliplayer the haters are in the minority so go take a walk...Losers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  92. RyanLeichty
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is exactly what the game advertised itself to be, and therefore my expectations were met! I love the game! I was very disappointed with Battlefield 3 for the xbox 360, as the game looks nothing like what you see in the trailers. Battlefield: Bad Company 2 actually looked better in my opinion, on a console that is.
  93. curlingdude
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This is another great addition to the franchise. As always, it is about the multiplayer and the tweaks to their winning formula are right on the money this time.
  94. samuraispartan1
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    A great FPS game when playing with friends story is concluded well and online is addicting!
    people that are giving this a low rating are just being sheep following everybody else and probably not even given the game a chance
  95. karim3adel
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Best "Modern Warfare".. it have the final conclusion to the whole series (MW)... Any Creature should Try this game! Ignore all those negative Reviews & Scores. We believe -CoD Fans- that most of the negative reviews, were done by those BF Fans. OR People who "loved" the Characters will never see them again. This is STUPIDITY. It is not a sequel to "Call of Duty" Generally, but to "ModernBest "Modern Warfare".. it have the final conclusion to the whole series (MW)... Any Creature should Try this game! Ignore all those negative Reviews & Scores. We believe -CoD Fans- that most of the negative reviews, were done by those BF Fans. OR People who "loved" the Characters will never see them again. This is STUPIDITY. It is not a sequel to "Call of Duty" Generally, but to "Modern Warfare" series.. The graphics are GREAT.. But BattleFAILED's new Engine -Frostbite 2- made it a bad Graphically game? Robert Bowling said this "We have no time to create a new engine to fit the game.. so we have to work on the previous one" We will be insane people if we compared MW3's -or any Modern Warfare's"- campaign to BF3 -or any BF-... Self-evident MW win.. but we can stil compare the "Graphics" which make Battlefailed 3 "a good" game. We can compare their Multiplaye Mod as well.. they both have excellent multiplayer.. BUT.. there's no Spec OPS in BF3.. so Battlefailed "3" beats MW3 because of the Graphics.. That's **** !!!! **** strongly Recommends this game to any creature in the whole wide world to play this game.… Expand
  96. guillo_dgd4l
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    ok im going be honest with this review when i first saw mw3 i didnt know what to think i thought it was going to be a disapointment but i decide to preorder in the last couple of days. through the first play through i noticed that everyone was right it does feel like past call of duty games. however youve got to ask yourself is that a bad thing? as a person who has been playing call ofok im going be honest with this review when i first saw mw3 i didnt know what to think i thought it was going to be a disapointment but i decide to preorder in the last couple of days. through the first play through i noticed that everyone was right it does feel like past call of duty games. however youve got to ask yourself is that a bad thing? as a person who has been playing call of duty since cod4 i honestly enjoyed this game. although it is more of the same, the amusment is still there. all the great things that me so happy in modern warfare 2 are back and im relived. i will cover the basics. lets start with online, this is by far the best feature of the game and where i spent most of my time. the deeply specific class set ups are really intresting and super fun to mess around with. the story although was not that strong it was still a fun play through. as for the spec opps its something nice as a add on but defenetly not a deal maker or breaker. next up for all the people whining saying that call of duty has been runinng with the same engine thats not really a bad thing. the graphics have greatly changed for the better and if you cant see that you should even call yourself a gamer. further on i understand all the bull **** that goes on in this game but when i yell at my tv ive come to realize that its not that the game is being unfair so i died its the fact that im so cought up in the action that i want to win and when i die i get mad. is that a bad thing? isnt a game suppose to have that emotional tie? its not the games fault if your really into it and you die thats actually a good thing. so for all you haters stop going with the crowd and saying that this is the same ****y game thats just being ignorant on your part and your also missing out on a great game. also just for the record im not a 12 year old kid that only plays call of duty im a 17 year old hardcore gamer that enjoys other games such as fifa 12, battlefield 3, skyrim, batman arkahm city, all past cod games, all fable games and etc. i thank you for reading this because someone had to be honest and if you take anything away for this please know that just cause something is the same dosent mean its not fun. you as a person are living something that millions of people have done before that dosent mean your irrelevent or repetetive or even bad it just means your just living to have fun despite what other people say. isnt that what call of duty is doing?? let mw3 live. hats of to all the people that made this game youve givin me alot of enjoyment… Expand
  97. lacourse88
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I am giving MW3 a 10 of 10 because the makers have come out with a game that is similar enough to the previous version to make you instantly comfortable playing it, but different enough to make it new and exciting. The new Kill Confirmed matches are a step above the old Domination or Team Deathmatch modes. Very happy with this purchase, and will probably purchase any new game the CoD lineI am giving MW3 a 10 of 10 because the makers have come out with a game that is similar enough to the previous version to make you instantly comfortable playing it, but different enough to make it new and exciting. The new Kill Confirmed matches are a step above the old Domination or Team Deathmatch modes. Very happy with this purchase, and will probably purchase any new game the CoD line comes out with.… Expand
  98. cmvedder2
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    First I would like to point out that in no way is this game innovative, but to call this game mw 2.5 or 1.3 is a rash, bold, and incorrect statement. Anyway, i digress to my actual review of this game. I will be breaking this down into the three categories Infinity Ward has given us, as well as certain criteria people expect from a review such as graphics, game play, etc.

    The first    First I would like to point out that in no way is this game innovative, but to call this game mw 2.5 or 1.3 is a rash, bold, and incorrect statement. Anyway, i digress to my actual review of this game. I will be breaking this down into the three categories Infinity Ward has given us, as well as certain criteria people expect from a review such as graphics, game play, etc.

    The first portion every person should go through (or at least the one I always start with in every new cod title) is the single player campaign. This campaign is fantastic in every sense, though a bit short. But this complaint is a small one considering I blasted through the main story line in about 4.5 hours on regular difficulty. But its length really isn't a flaw if you consider that a game that looks for the biggest adrenaline fill it can possibly dish out, while at the same time trying to not be numbing to the player. This campaign finally wraps up the storyline in a very meaningful and conclusive way and its a blast getting there.

    Then comes the return of spec ops, which I enjoy substantially more than Nazi zombies (sorry zombies have become been there done that in our culture, only thing i enjoy with zombies anymore is the walking dead). Anyway I can't wait to be able to play with mode properly with a friend instead of getting paired with some moron online. In addition, a second game type has been added to spec ops which is called survivor. Survivor is more or less the COD take on horde mode from the gears of war series, and it works really well here, though admittedly I do find myself getting bored after one of two rounds.

    And finally the monster that is the cod multiplayer. People who hate on it will continue to hate and people that love the fast paced gun on gun arcade style shooter will continue to love it. There is nothing innovative from the (and I don't know why people forget this) original innovation, but it still works great and now with no commando or one man army nube tubes, the multiplayer brings cod into a new world of people complain but not all about the same thing. I will be the first to admit that there are some guns that are slightly overpowered, such as the type 95 or the much hated ump45, but I'm not nearly as annoyed with these weapons as I was with certain weapons from previous cod titles. Overall, I'm having a blast with the multiplayer and anyone who isn't, probably sucks at it (I'm a firm believer that anyone who **** about cod should be forced to post their k/d ratio, so at least we know why).

    To wrap things up I'll briefly go over the specs of the game. Are the graphics innovative? No. But they looked damn good, nearly photo-realism, 5 years ago and they still do. Any game that can run at 60 frames per second while having so much crap going on in the background and look this good ON A SIX YEAR OLD CONSOLE, is doing something right in my book. The controls are as tight and responsive as one should expect from a cod game, thatâ    … Expand
  99. raul793
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I don't want to spoil the story or something else . i just want to say that you can go to a site like gamestop or gamespot or ... and buy a video game ! but how can you find the best ?!
    you have many factors to find the best . story , graphics , gameplay , musics , sounds , multiplayer , hype (!) ...
    let's talk about story ! it's not like HALO ! so you'll not face a large amount of    I don't want to spoil the story or something else . i just want to say that you can go to a site like gamestop or gamespot or ... and buy a video game ! but how can you find the best ?!
    you have many factors to find the best . story , graphics , gameplay , musics , sounds , multiplayer , hype (!) ...
    let's talk about story ! it's not like HALO ! so you'll not face a large amount of informations in 2 hours and say Wow it's epic !
    it's not like BF3 that put you in the story that you've seen it 1000 time before !
    it's Modern Warfare so you'll see real places , real people , real politics and of course real characters ! the plot is the same as Modern Warfare 1 and 2 but the difference is Revelations and characters endings .
    let's talk about gameplay ! just like MW1 & MW2 gameplay is where this game beat its rival . fast action gameplay that increase adrenaline alongside with cinematic scenes will satisfy you of spending 60 $ for this game !
    sounds and musics are brilliant and i can't say anything bad about them !
    graphics are good enough for a 2011 released game and have many improvements from Modern Warfare 2 and 60fps is where this game is beat its rival in graphics (on consoles) .
    multiplayer is the best in series so you can finish the story mode in 5 hours and go for multiplayer ! but you have my word , you can't finish multiplayer even in 500 hours ! it's Call Of Duty ! there is no need to say every part is at it's best like maps , perks , modes , weapon customize ...
    at last i can say there are many games out there but there are a few perfect games so don't spend 60 $ for the first game you'll see in the markets !
    Modern Warfare 3 is the best FPS in 2011 , no doubt . but i think it's the best FPS ever !    … Expand
  100. MrBlack
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I had some high expectations for this game leading up to release. And, as it turns out - the game delivered. Yes, there were many of the same things from MW2 in the game. Yes, there were also plenty of new additions as well. The single player campaign was excellent, with several exciting moments and a great amount of detail that easily outdid Black Ops' somewhat lackluster campaign. YouI had some high expectations for this game leading up to release. And, as it turns out - the game delivered. Yes, there were many of the same things from MW2 in the game. Yes, there were also plenty of new additions as well. The single player campaign was excellent, with several exciting moments and a great amount of detail that easily outdid Black Ops' somewhat lackluster campaign. You can tell that they put a lot of work into making the environment as alive and realistic as possible. Multiplayer also received several welcome upgrades. The best parts from MW2 and Black Ops were kept, while it was clear that they made a point of balancing the game and removing other overpowered or stupid pieces (nukes). Spec Ops, a favorite of MW2, returns, bringing with it enjoyable missions and different perspectives from campaign missions. Along with that, the new Survival mode is one of the most fun additions to the game, and is both challenging and fun to play through. Overall, the best parts of the last few games were kept, and the new additions and detail make this an excellent title. Yes, it will feel a bit like MW2. But I say that in a good sense. MW3 delivers CoD fans what they want. It's a great example of how a vocal minority (irritated BF3 fans, lol) try to bash a great game. Also important: the number of people who are irritated about its similarity to MW2 is minuscule compare to the number of fans who would be pissed if the game was redone to something else entirely. If you're a fan of the series, or someone looking to try it out for the first time, you won't be disappointed.… Expand
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#13 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#13 Most Shared 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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