Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 8685 Ratings

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  1. davgav
    Nov 15, 2011
    0
    I'm very disappointed. This is the same game, again. No better graphics, no better gameplay, no better multiplayer from MW2. No multiplayer across multiplatforms.
  2. Towelie_123
    Nov 15, 2011
    2
    Same **** different day. I remember playing modern warfare for the first time in 2007 and being instantly hooked. 4 years on and all I am left with is a feeling of major disappointment and wanting a whole lot more from the series. Sure there is some awe inspiring visuals in this game but the whole process from start to finish is completely scripted where even though your in the game youSame **** different day. I remember playing modern warfare for the first time in 2007 and being instantly hooked. 4 years on and all I am left with is a feeling of major disappointment and wanting a whole lot more from the series. Sure there is some awe inspiring visuals in this game but the whole process from start to finish is completely scripted where even though your in the game you never feel like your doing anything, kinda like sitting in the passenger seat of your car while someone else drives it. This game is like some major deja vu mind **** to any one that's already played mw1/mw2. Mission by mission is just a replay of the original mw and although it was great then with a new game you expect something new or it quickly becomes tedious as is the case with mw3. In short i feel the developers of this game took the original layout of the game made a few slight changes and then relied on mw reputation to sell this game rather then risking doing anything innovate or ground breaking. I wont get started on the multi-player or the elite superscription as that is a bigger let down then the campaign I just really, really hope they pull something out of the bag for mw4 or just don't bother at all.… Expand
  3. BattlefieldMAN
    Nov 15, 2011
    0
    Don't believe the marketing hype, this is the same product rebundled let it die and show investors we're not interested in being sold the same product year after year, the cash cow needs to starve.
  4. opticfroggy
    Nov 15, 2011
    0
    Shocking game!
    A simple MW2 ripoff, pathetic attempt at an FPS which hasn't been innovated on since CoD2!
    Absolutely nothing new here, I really do hope this is the LAST Call of Duty game they make!
  5. QuantumC0la
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    Modern Warfare Returns! and this time its like a Michael Bay film, the single player is an explosive cinematic experience which concludes the 3 part drama that is the modern warfare storyline, the game still gives the player a range of different experience's from tight close combat to large scale urban warfare.

    This game not only offers a great single player experience but also now the    Modern Warfare Returns! and this time its like a Michael Bay film, the single player is an explosive cinematic experience which concludes the 3 part drama that is the modern warfare storyline, the game still gives the player a range of different experience's from tight close combat to large scale urban warfare.

    This game not only offers a great single player experience but also now the game offers a newly revamped spec ops mode, allowing players to further expand their solo experiance in a range of tactically challenging missions or complete the tasks with a friend in co op, not only can a player complete missions this time around but also compete in a mode fairly similar to horde or a more combative zombies in the mode called survival, as you progress through the waves of continously stronger enemies fighting to survive with the limited munitions you gain from the beginning and with a skilled player can turn the fight against the hard opposition with the use of killstreaks, perks and other equipment. And finally to the prestigious online mode which is already one of the best in the market now is better, with a feel of both modern warfare 1 and 2, 3 offers a player now a larger range of gameplay through the use of the newly formed strike packages giving players the ability to use a range of different kill streaks that will help their type of player. This game also offers an huge amount of challenges giving the player a big sense of achievement when his/her screen displays the players achievements and gains titles and emblems to show offer furthermore the bigger range of camo's that can be earned also giving the player more bragging rights. simply a great conclusion to a great franchise!    … Expand
  6. danielemora
    Nov 15, 2011
    9
    This game is certantly not a masterpiece but if you are a MW's fan you're gonna love it!
    The graphics isn't at battlefield 3 level but the adrenaline and the pathos that mw3 gives to u are AMAZING!
  7. MusicaX79
    Nov 15, 2011
    4
    when I started playing the game the first thought I had was "this is the same engine as modern warfare 2." as the story progressed I found myself asking where in this campaign is there a level that I would want to play again and again. In both modern warfare 1 and 2 there were levels I just wanted to play over and over. But this time I would probably only play the campaign to getwhen I started playing the game the first thought I had was "this is the same engine as modern warfare 2." as the story progressed I found myself asking where in this campaign is there a level that I would want to play again and again. In both modern warfare 1 and 2 there were levels I just wanted to play over and over. But this time I would probably only play the campaign to get achievements at most. There is nothing new to the campaign besides awesome weapons. The story is short about 4-6 hours on normal at most. And what little story there is, it is just a reboot of the combined ideas of modern warfare 1 and 2. I had no "wow" moment I had more of a "here we go again". For the campaign the gameplay is the same but the story is old and feels like a reboot. The multiplayer has become more "balanced" or as I like to call it become more "unrealistic". Shotguns are now pea shoots at most. And the multiplayer is mostly the same as modern warfare 2. The addition of survival adds a lot of fun but getting stuck with the guy who leaves his post to take your kills and results in you getting flanked by the enemy gets old fast. Survival is enjoyable but it does not allow you the customization nor the number of guns that you can get in multiplayer. As a result it feels unfinished and not as enjoyable as it could have been. Spec ops is back with no difference what so ever to modern warfare 2. All and all the campaign is a disappoint; as it brings nothing new to the table, same with both the multiplayer and spec ops. The only thing remotely new is survival and that is incomplete. All I can say is congrats Activision on sucking the life out of another great game.… Expand
  8. rotor787b
    Nov 15, 2011
    1
    This games graphics haven't changed in like forever! I was looking forward to this after black ops because that game had a steller story and it supported 3d (to this day the best 3d game I have). The textures in the game actually look worse than black ops, you can tell it was rushed (some of the textures even look playstation 2 like). THE ONLY GOOD THING ABOUT THIS GAME IS THE GAME PLAY.This games graphics haven't changed in like forever! I was looking forward to this after black ops because that game had a steller story and it supported 3d (to this day the best 3d game I have). The textures in the game actually look worse than black ops, you can tell it was rushed (some of the textures even look playstation 2 like). THE ONLY GOOD THING ABOUT THIS GAME IS THE GAME PLAY. Its still fun even though you'll get bored with it fast because you get that djevue feling like you played this before.… Expand
  9. KentuckyWindage
    Nov 15, 2011
    3
    The major Call of Duty fanboys will defend COD games regardless of what was served up by Activision and the developers but as an unbiased gamer I can give a true and accurate review. The campaign is not great which is expected given past form. It is very rare to see a top quality FPS single player and I would say the last top quality ones were Half Life 2 and Episode 1 & 2. MultiplayerThe major Call of Duty fanboys will defend COD games regardless of what was served up by Activision and the developers but as an unbiased gamer I can give a true and accurate review. The campaign is not great which is expected given past form. It is very rare to see a top quality FPS single player and I would say the last top quality ones were Half Life 2 and Episode 1 & 2. Multiplayer though is even worse and any comments about this being MW 2.5 are well justified. Visuals and audio are second rate and the map design is poor with maps being too small and quickly forgettable. Then there is the fact that there are still no dedicated servers which makes online gaming still a game of chance and don't believe this nonsense they have spouted about dedicated servers costing 'billions of dollars' as it is complete lies. The fact is the Call of Duty series is living off the success of COD 4 which was a good game in its day but the last three instalments have been well below standard. The series is simply now aimed at the 15 and under who will insist it is still brilliant but take it from someone who knows what is quality and what is not. This is just not good enough.… Expand
  10. kjc001
    Nov 15, 2011
    1
    How anybody would rate this above a 3 is beyond me. It's recycled crap. I work hard for my money, I'm not going to buy the same thing over and over. Reward **** and you'll just keep getting **** The quality of our products, including our entertainment, has always been in the hands of the consumer. Seriously, being an intelligent consumer that rewards quality rewards us all.
  11. mrrocks
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    As good as always and even better, the online gameplay is unbeatable, is massive. Although the engine is the same I don't see why it makes a worst game.
  12. MrPotato
    Nov 15, 2011
    3
    Single campaign is a bit absurd but quite good. This is also too short. But the rael dissapointment for me is multiplayer. This is like DLC for MW2. I prefer M0H 2010 or Homefront. I didn't recommend MW3. Sorry ...
  13. pan07
    Nov 15, 2011
    0
    mw3 this game is just a copy of mw2 , how many time do we have to play the same game over and over , same gunfights . This is just ridiculous that some people still play this game. There is a complete building which is copied from the last game ie mw2 . Enemies just respawn over , they didnt cared for their lives in call of duty 1 and they still dont care if they live or die , what amw3 this game is just a copy of mw2 , how many time do we have to play the same game over and over , same gunfights . This is just ridiculous that some people still play this game. There is a complete building which is copied from the last game ie mw2 . Enemies just respawn over , they didnt cared for their lives in call of duty 1 and they still dont care if they live or die , what a terrible AI . Dont waste ur money on this game , its not worth trying.… Expand
  14. KSlim
    Nov 15, 2011
    5
    The single most awaited game this year for most.. A good amount of pre-orders.. Lines around the corner at your local gamestop.. But was it worth it is the question? Now true enough it does provide some fun hours online with a decent multiplayer progression system we all know and love. And even provides an ok campaign which sadly is extremely short. But in my opinion MW3 was nothing moreThe single most awaited game this year for most.. A good amount of pre-orders.. Lines around the corner at your local gamestop.. But was it worth it is the question? Now true enough it does provide some fun hours online with a decent multiplayer progression system we all know and love. And even provides an ok campaign which sadly is extremely short. But in my opinion MW3 was nothing more than a modern warfare 2 expansion pack that at best should have been sold at no more than $39.99 if that. The graphics, while decent, were slightly up from MW2 and of course for the battlefield 3 faithful they will say its no where close which is absolutely true.But of course graphics is not the main draw for any game... what good is graphics if the game just sucks? MW3 does provide a decent balanced multiplayer which to me is the most balanced to date. The lag is minimal and the net code seems to be great with awesome hit detection.. BUT there are some weapon balance issues that need to be work on with a patch.The campaign is very predictable but does keep the pace decent to keep you entertain but dont expect any OMG moments. The campaign is also short which if you are a average player expect to breeze through with about 4-5 hours of gameplay.. longer on harder difficultites maybe of course. Bugs were minimal throughout my playthrough so it was a tightly knit experience with maybe some AI issues here and there but nothing out the ordinary. Speaking on AI in MW3.. nothing has really changed.. constant spawn until you move up or clear an objective but this is not a tactical game.. its basically an extreme rail shooter.. and it does it well. So with that being said.. if you go into this game just expecting a decent fun time with great multiplayer moments with friends you may be pleased.. IF you fell for the marketing hype and the "biggest launch in video game history" you will most likely be disappointed when you pop in the game and have a play-through. Its not a bad game at all.. but its nothing innovative. It is a modern warfare 2 expansion pack for 59.99. Kinda leaves a bad taste in the mouth. I say it deserves a decent.. good.. old.. average.. run of the mill.. 5.… Expand
  15. Strider1992
    Nov 15, 2011
    0
    this poor game, graphics is horrible. sound is horrible, horrible campaign = all horrible. graphics: 5 sound: 2 innovation: 1 recycled: 10 ¡very good activision!
  16. Highwind_Hiatus
    Nov 15, 2011
    1
    Uninspired, boring, drull and another fact that FPS is in a tragic slump. Graphics are meh, as they are covered by an explosion every two seconds. The campaign has no substance and isn't much longer then a piece of string cheese. And the fact that you can pick up the game, play the multiplayer for 10 minutes and be good at it says way too much about it. It's like Michael Bay decided toUninspired, boring, drull and another fact that FPS is in a tragic slump. Graphics are meh, as they are covered by an explosion every two seconds. The campaign has no substance and isn't much longer then a piece of string cheese. And the fact that you can pick up the game, play the multiplayer for 10 minutes and be good at it says way too much about it. It's like Michael Bay decided to remake Modern Warfare 2.… Expand
  17. Gu3sswho
    Nov 15, 2011
    1
    Pretty much a bad DLC to the game Modern Warfare 2 with maps the same size as the epic games Call of Duty 4's Shipment. Also everything is so nerfed, its literally a 3 noobtube kill even that I dont use it.
  18. kizzle
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    It is disappointing that we keep buy these games. I do not understand why we keep paying them to release the same game. Let me be clear: for what the game is, it is very good. I enjoy the campaign albeit as short as it is and I somewhat enjoy the multiplayer. However, there is no new graphics engine, no new matching making, only two new modes, the maps are rehashed from modern warfareIt is disappointing that we keep buy these games. I do not understand why we keep paying them to release the same game. Let me be clear: for what the game is, it is very good. I enjoy the campaign albeit as short as it is and I somewhat enjoy the multiplayer. However, there is no new graphics engine, no new matching making, only two new modes, the maps are rehashed from modern warfare and modern warfare 2. And the maps to be released on the elite service are supposedly going to be remakes of the previous maps. If this game were the first entry into the Modern Warfare series I would rate it a 10. But, seeing that we are on Call of Duty 8 or Modern Warfare 3 it is really hard to justify a glorified paint job rehashing for 59.99. If you are looking for something new, do not buy it. If you are satisfied with playing a patched version of Modern Warfare 2 then you will love it. Good night and Good luck!… Expand
  19. Ragna
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    In this game youâ
  20. organicpeach
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    I bought this game on release day and regretted it to the point of trading it the next. The single player campaign is a lightgun shooter such is the feeling of control you have over the events on screen. Its a game for people who never play games as it makes them go "oooooooooooooooooh that went bang......ooooooooh im sliding down a hill." Come on and wake up people. You cannot failI bought this game on release day and regretted it to the point of trading it the next. The single player campaign is a lightgun shooter such is the feeling of control you have over the events on screen. Its a game for people who never play games as it makes them go "oooooooooooooooooh that went bang......ooooooooh im sliding down a hill." Come on and wake up people. You cannot fail anything in this game. its ridiculously simple. But hey we buy COD games for the online right?. Correct. However the online is so laggy and completely unbalanced its ridiculous. Riot shields. helicopter convoys. This game is just so full of cheap exploits its ridiculous. I loved COD 4 as it felt fresh and unique at the time. However this particular COD deserves nobodies money. It feels like DLC for MW2.What a massive dissapointment.… Expand
  21. jackeyjack
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I've had Thanksgiving turkey naps last longer than the single player campaign did, but at least after those I wake up feeling refreshed. The multi-player is still nicely polished and remains a benchmark for online play, but these cookie cutter releases are rushed out so often that it's too embarrassing to be caught playing it. There's a reason Grand Theft Auto and Elder Scrolls don't whipI've had Thanksgiving turkey naps last longer than the single player campaign did, but at least after those I wake up feeling refreshed. The multi-player is still nicely polished and remains a benchmark for online play, but these cookie cutter releases are rushed out so often that it's too embarrassing to be caught playing it. There's a reason Grand Theft Auto and Elder Scrolls don't whip out new releases every year. It takes time to put out a quality product. After all, you get what you wait for. And with MW3, I feel like I waited in line for Justin Bieber tickets.… Expand
  22. iScooper
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    This game should be called Modern Warfare 2.5. This is the first Call of Duty game that I have been truly disappointed by. Nothing feels original in this game. The graphics look worse than the previous games, the menus are the exact same as MW2's, and the game-play feels dated, probably because we have been playing the same game now for 5 years. Either something has to change with thisThis game should be called Modern Warfare 2.5. This is the first Call of Duty game that I have been truly disappointed by. Nothing feels original in this game. The graphics look worse than the previous games, the menus are the exact same as MW2's, and the game-play feels dated, probably because we have been playing the same game now for 5 years. Either something has to change with this franchise next year or it looks like Call of Duty has run its course.… Expand
  23. Meatwad7000
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I think that this is a great map pack. Cant wait for the next map pack next year :D!
  24. reckoning696
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Perfect game!!! What it lacks in innovation it makes up for creativity with the campaign and special ops. The campaign contains great moments like always and an epic finale for an epic saga. The special ops mode is great for you to play with your best friend as it perfects both yours and his game. Also survival mode extends the games life by giving it that extra edge and a new gamemode toPerfect game!!! What it lacks in innovation it makes up for creativity with the campaign and special ops. The campaign contains great moments like always and an epic finale for an epic saga. The special ops mode is great for you to play with your best friend as it perfects both yours and his game. Also survival mode extends the games life by giving it that extra edge and a new gamemode to kill some hours (and russians). Finally the multiplayer is balanced and even the newest players can contribute to their teams performance and stand a chance against the veterans. Also adding proficiencies and streak packages gives you that feeling of control and customization over each class making you even better. Truly great game and if you have some time try it and you wont regret it because all of your doubts about he game will vanish!!! Way to go Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games a true masterpiece!!!… Expand
  25. Clyton
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Horrible feels just like CODMW1 and 2, p2p servers for ranked, paid DLC, a very short and less than impressive story. COD games have had their time its time to retire this franchise and try something new but that won't happen cause its a cash cow and nothing more. COD is not inovative,creative, or even fun anymore I feel like I have been playing the same game for over 6 years now.
  26. Cisce
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Incredibly disappointing, feels like more of a disappointment than Modern Warfare 2. Sure, Modern Warfare 2 felt a bit like a rehash, but at least it brought in new ideas. This game has brought nothing in new. I've already returned it, I might as well just play Black Ops or MW2 online.

    Save your money and buy Battlefield 3 instead.
  27. thelightfang
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    This game, while it is essentially another CoD game, sucks. Yes, they used old elements in the game. Yes, they changed very minor details. However, they didn't change anything for the better. The Campaign and Special Ops portions of the game are great. They are really nice, with good delivery and challenge. The multiplayer, arguably the biggest part of the game, is what I have a problemThis game, while it is essentially another CoD game, sucks. Yes, they used old elements in the game. Yes, they changed very minor details. However, they didn't change anything for the better. The Campaign and Special Ops portions of the game are great. They are really nice, with good delivery and challenge. The multiplayer, arguably the biggest part of the game, is what I have a problem with. They brought in new guns and perks, gun levels, and gun perks. Those are all very good. But, some of the new guns are extremely over-powered. The game has been sped up to make it better for people who like to rush in. There is very little strategy involved, especially in the modes of Team Deathmatch and Kill Confirmed. The only strategy there is "look here, look there, try not to get shot, and kill enemies as fast as possible". This game is really built for the types of players who want to race to see who can get the best score, the fastest. The last part is what I have a problem with. It also seems like the maps have been made more compact, with shorter ranges of sight requiring faster reactions and higher sensitivities. In addition with the fact that players move more quickly, this makes the game frustratingly fast-paced. It's so sped up, in fact, that the fire-rate on most of the automatic weapons makes it seem like someone hit you once and killed you. This is a step down from the level of Black Ops. It's probably even worse than MW2. I suggest to anyone considering getting this game to take little stock in the "critics" who gave this game high scores, and instead listen to the actual players. Instead of this game, get Skyrim, Saints the Third, Battlefield 3, or something else that you find interesting, because this game is not worth a $60 investment.… Expand
  28. phillyphanatic
    Nov 14, 2011
    6
    Overall good game but the multiplayer level design is garbage. Rehashed core design of mw2 maps only they aren't fun this time around. They claimed to have fixed spawning but it is worse than ever. I'd rather having the old COD2 or COD4 maps over this crap. What happened to inventive maps like "Carnival"?
  29. Nanotq
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    So Infinity Ward think MW3 warrants a better score,well.... NO, it doesn't. These are the comments of the consumer, not debatable, it's their opinion. So I also find myself in a disappointed position, Infinity Ward your 'game' is deplorable. Unimaginative, boring and downright lazy. I was never a Battlefield player but now thats where my money is staying, I waited so long for MW3, I hadSo Infinity Ward think MW3 warrants a better score,well.... NO, it doesn't. These are the comments of the consumer, not debatable, it's their opinion. So I also find myself in a disappointed position, Infinity Ward your 'game' is deplorable. Unimaginative, boring and downright lazy. I was never a Battlefield player but now thats where my money is staying, I waited so long for MW3, I had the Limited edition pack and all. Within 3 days it was out the door and back in the shop. Worst 'game' of the year award. And another thing that has put me off Infinity Ward is their Market Model, What? after your one year membership on elite runs out we can no longer access or maps and DLC? You already overprice for map packs that offer nothing but another place to play this boring crap. Have you not sullied our wallets for too long? I wipe my hands of you COD MW and Infinity Ward....you are dead to me.… Expand
  30. RussianKat
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Modern warfare 3 is the same game as modern warfare 2. hell. it's even the same as call of duty 4. i see nothing new about this game. the only thing why people buy this is because it has "Call Of duty" in it. what a bunch of zombies they are
  31. Badeyes
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    Yes This Is A Good Game But I Gave It A 9/10 Because Of The Multiplayer. the Multiplayer Is Good But One Thing That Pisses Me Off Is The Damage It's Like You Die Fast Like FFA is Almost Like Hardcore You Die In Like 3 Bullets. I'd Give It A Better Review If They Nerfed THe Damage. make It Like Black Ops Where A Half A Clip Kills Not 3 Bullets Like Yo It's A Game Don't Have To Make ItYes This Is A Good Game But I Gave It A 9/10 Because Of The Multiplayer. the Multiplayer Is Good But One Thing That Pisses Me Off Is The Damage It's Like You Die Fast Like FFA is Almost Like Hardcore You Die In Like 3 Bullets. I'd Give It A Better Review If They Nerfed THe Damage. make It Like Black Ops Where A Half A Clip Kills Not 3 Bullets Like Yo It's A Game Don't Have To Make It Realistic. peace I'm Out :)… Expand
  32. soap1on1a1rope
    Nov 14, 2011
    8
    The game shouldnt get 1,2,3,4,and 5. I can understand why people are giving those scores, because most of mw3 is a rerun. Execpt the campaign, create a class, and the survial mode. The campagin was short but it was one of the best ending I can think of. I like how in the create a class that your gun ranks up to get upgrades like gun perks, camo (gold is back), and scopes. The survial modeThe game shouldnt get 1,2,3,4,and 5. I can understand why people are giving those scores, because most of mw3 is a rerun. Execpt the campaign, create a class, and the survial mode. The campagin was short but it was one of the best ending I can think of. I like how in the create a class that your gun ranks up to get upgrades like gun perks, camo (gold is back), and scopes. The survial mode is like horde mode in mw3. The graphics are about the same as in mw2. They just nneed to fix some bugs.… Expand
  33. Codsucks69
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Biggest piece of dog crap I have ever played. Honestly, this game is kinda like nhl and madden, ggets released every year with the same bull **** and some how game review companies give it 9s and 10s. Some serious dick sucking goes in with the cod series and frankly I dont want to get those herpes so **** you cod, **** the millions of ****s who bought it, go suck cods tiny **** ass ****ers.
  34. GTKnight
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Just not what I expected at all... All I feel that was new to this game were the different strike packages you can use which most people use support... Specialist is just a waste in my opinion and assault is just if you want to play mw2 again... I agree with everyone when calling this game mw2.5
  35. yellasdf
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    I don't see why there is so much negativity around this game. It wasn't bad at all, infact it was great. Why anyone would expect it to be different than Modern Warfare 2 is beyond me, considering they take place within a day from each other. Either way the gameplay is fun and it's an overall well made game.
  36. agentissmith
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    MW3 stinks. When I first played MW1 my jaw dropped off the floor. And then when I got MW2 I did not see any improvements. After that I realized that what Activision really wanted is our $$. Since then I avoid COD's and MW's.
  37. MC_Bolton
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    I really like the new modern warfare. Sure it does feel like the others, but they found something that works so why would they go in a radically different direction with this game. i think mw3 is a great game how it is
  38. Killa_Tex
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    Bad $60 for a game that is a glorified DLC. Anyone who disputes this either is a lunitic or will adore anything that is thrown at them with CoD attached to it. If this was 2009, and this had this been MW2 I would have given it a solid 9.5, but it's not.......it's 2011 for crying out loud! Have to say this is a sad day in gaming where you can be fed the same ol S*** and people either sayBad $60 for a game that is a glorified DLC. Anyone who disputes this either is a lunitic or will adore anything that is thrown at them with CoD attached to it. If this was 2009, and this had this been MW2 I would have given it a solid 9.5, but it's not.......it's 2011 for crying out loud! Have to say this is a sad day in gaming where you can be fed the same ol S*** and people either say ..yeah well that other game is crap too......I DIDN"T buy the other game! I bought this one, and now I'm stuck with it or I can trade it back for a loss. Might have to give that "other game" a try. You guys taking up for this cooperate giant who just took you for a easy $60 as you defend them...you deserve getting ripped off.....Hope it ends up in the bargin bin where it belongs (after I unload it) giving it a 3 is kind the Campaign mode was good but.......not why I bought it .....MW2.1 folks… Expand
  39. kid_a2
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    Campaign is quite entertaining and MIchael Bay-esque which works better for videogames than a movie. Multiplayer however is the same as the past two MW games. The maps are too small which causes issues with spawn camping. Aim assist is too strong to the point where I can tell if someone is around a corner before seeing them because my gun starts swaying towards them. Graphics are slightlyCampaign is quite entertaining and MIchael Bay-esque which works better for videogames than a movie. Multiplayer however is the same as the past two MW games. The maps are too small which causes issues with spawn camping. Aim assist is too strong to the point where I can tell if someone is around a corner before seeing them because my gun starts swaying towards them. Graphics are slightly improved over MW2. Titles and emblems are mostly the same as MW2 which seems a bit lazy on the part of Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer. Spec-Ops is a lot of fun however and is definitely worth playing. However, the similarities to previous titles and multiplayer frustrations really bring down the score for me. Disappointing. Now I here that the developers are begging people to give it a higher score on this site...maybe instead of trying to pad ratings they should actually read these comments and figure out why it is scoring so low. It sells well I guess so they will keep on pushing the same game out every year. Oh and also COD Elite isn't working properly, of which I paid $50 so that is another rip-off. I know they said they will compensate users but still...if they are going to make me pay for a product I should be able to actually use it once.… Expand
  40. RascalNag
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Guys, I think Game stop made a mistake and gave me Modern Warfare 2 by mistake. But seriously, there are NO significant changes from Modern Warfare 2 or even Call of Duty 4. It's the same thing, over and over and over. No innovation whatsoever. I'll give them 1 point for having the ability to make millions off of doing nothing, though.… Expand
  41. adam1121
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    I may have only played the game's multiplayer, but let's get serious here. Why do 90% of people buy this game? For the multiplayer. I'd say that the multiplayer can be split into two parts: the weapons, upgrade system, and gameplay and the maps and servers. I am overall pleased with the weapons and the killstreaks and such, although they do seem a bit worse than the MW2 system, so i giveI may have only played the game's multiplayer, but let's get serious here. Why do 90% of people buy this game? For the multiplayer. I'd say that the multiplayer can be split into two parts: the weapons, upgrade system, and gameplay and the maps and servers. I am overall pleased with the weapons and the killstreaks and such, although they do seem a bit worse than the MW2 system, so i give those a 5. The maps and servers however are terrible. The lag is tremendous because there are no dedicated servers and the maps are the worst of the past 4 COD games. They are flat with no multi-level fighting and awfully cluttered. Overall they are a disaster and receive a 0, therefore this game rates a 2 on my scale because it doesn't deserve to be rounded up.… Expand
  42. Interdependent
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    Alright, first of all let me say a couple of things:
    1. Most of these negative reviews are Battlefield 3 "fanboys."
    2. The game is NOT similar to MW2 and COD4, look at the graphics. You critics need better glasses. 3. Riots Shield break? What do you expect, Captain America shields? 4. Overpowered weapons? Stop putting it on the weapons and look at yourself. Review: The Good: - Lengthy    Alright, first of all let me say a couple of things:
    1. Most of these negative reviews are Battlefield 3 "fanboys."
    2. The game is NOT similar to MW2 and COD4, look at the graphics. You critics need better glasses.
    3. Riots Shield break? What do you expect, Captain America shields?
    4. Overpowered weapons? Stop putting it on the weapons and look at yourself. Review:

    The Good:
    - Lengthy Campaign
    - Very dramatic
    - Breath-taking scenery
    - New addition of weapons.
    - No JTAG or hacked lobbies (or not that i know of)
    - Spec Ops with a new mode added.
    - Tons of fun for offline players.
    - Improved Graphics
    - Great scripting.
    - Great audio and explosions.

    The Bad:
    - Cliche scenes.
    - Less AI
    - Weak AI movements and reactions
    - Nostalgia from CoD 4.
    - THE ENDING.    … Expand
  43. milk3333
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Modern Warfare 3? Really this should be called Modern Warfare 2.5 because I don't see that many changes at all the only new thing I see here are the new perks and just some new guns thats all. All the maps are boring and nothing special , the A.I is still messed up and retarded and your main character moves like a sloppy drunk douche! The hit detection issues are still there. The graphicsModern Warfare 3? Really this should be called Modern Warfare 2.5 because I don't see that many changes at all the only new thing I see here are the new perks and just some new guns thats all. All the maps are boring and nothing special , the A.I is still messed up and retarded and your main character moves like a sloppy drunk douche! The hit detection issues are still there. The graphics have barely improved at all there are just the same as MW 2. The campaign is still boring and repetitive and I really do not find myself caring for the plot at all it is all the same old boring crap. Ofcourse now you have the online multiplayer with so called dedicated servers, which are more laggy than any online game I have seen for consoles seriously even MW 2 had more dedicated servers. I actually really liked Call of Duty MW 1 because that game did something new and innovative not only for COD but the FPS genre in general but since than Call of Duty games have done nothing for me and have gone completely downhill. Instead of a full complete game this seems like an expansion pack DLC for Modern Warfare 2, it is not worth the money, save your money please… Expand
  44. MikeVLC
    Nov 14, 2011
    4
    dont improve MW2 graphics,
    worse lag than Black Ops,
    Black Ops is more solid in online, maps are logical and menus, perks and weapons are more confortable to use. West and Zampella abandoned Infinity Ward and this MW3 we show that the genius of ModernWarfare are out, now they are working in EA . At the end he only one that lose are the gamers, the industry dont improve MW3 is not much    dont improve MW2 graphics,
    worse lag than Black Ops,
    Black Ops is more solid in online, maps are logical and menus, perks and weapons are more confortable to use.
    West and Zampella abandoned Infinity Ward and this MW3 we show that the genius of ModernWarfare are out, now they are working in EA
    . At the end he only one that lose are the gamers, the industry dont improve MW3 is not much better than MW2    … Expand
  45. LocoElBob
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    The same ole game on the same ole engine with the same ole gameplay, and at the same ole price of 59.99. YAY!!! Does Infinity Ward even bother to put effort into COD anymore?
  46. Vekyo
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was looking forward to this game even though it is a yearly release. I am still very impressed with the awe dropping performance of the single player campaign even though there were some annoying querks. For instance, shooting from the back of the truck in the chase will lead right to death once the doors are opened because the bullets were able to go through the door from the attacking Russian Humvee from behind. I got stuck in that part for a 5 hours before I had to restart the mission since I had a repetitive cycle. I could not change my strategy either because of a forced Quick time event. Dont get me wrong I like quick time events, in my opinion, they add to the cinematic experience. Something that also happened was random RPG's shooting and killing me when I am trying to kill other people that are shooting at me. I think that part needed a little more QA and that is something I didn't expect since it was never in the previous modern warefare games, the game has such high production budget with so much hype and attention to it, and not to mention 5 Activision studios putting their work in this game. Overall, I did like the Campaign though as the story was great! the cutscenes were great, and the environments look amazing as well! I have not had a chance to play spec ops mode yet, but I played a few hours of multiplayer and I was dissapointed than ever. Enemies spawn too much behind the player, so every time I am spawning there is always an enemy next to me or one that has visibility to me. That is not good because sometimes it takes a while to get used to where you and your team are after spawning. I don't think there was enough repo steps/QA in order to make sure that multiplayer functions like it should. I know it is suppose to be a fast past arcade style shooter, but you can still make it fast, balanced, and fair. One thing about this game as a mechanic or feedback loop that I hate is when I get shot, and I try to shoot back simultaneously and I cant because my upper body seems to want to jolt up when I get shot to prevent from shooting back. This makes no sense to me and it is completely unnatural. Even though the single player was solid besides a few placed quick time events and random RPG one hit kills that happened too often...It is a mediocre game compared to the first and second Modern Warfare games. Innovation and time would have been better, as well as making a longer single player and/or more spec ops missions. The other part that kills this game is lack of PC support (hence why pc sales did bad) for graphics and for ranked dedicated servers. This game is not worth $60.… Expand
  47. BubblegumImp
    Nov 14, 2011
    8
    Linear campaign with explosions straight out of a Michael Bay summer blockbuster? Check. Competitive multiplayer with unlocks, perks and kill streaks? Check. The game even runs on the same engine as its predecessors. So why does it deserve a positive score? The answer is simple: it's fun. Deducting points for a lack of innovation is warranted, but to ignore the fact that MW3 is a veryLinear campaign with explosions straight out of a Michael Bay summer blockbuster? Check. Competitive multiplayer with unlocks, perks and kill streaks? Check. The game even runs on the same engine as its predecessors. So why does it deserve a positive score? The answer is simple: it's fun. Deducting points for a lack of innovation is warranted, but to ignore the fact that MW3 is a very solid game would be a disservice to yourself as a gamer. It might not wow you the way COD4 did, but this remains a very good shooter.… Expand
  48. PH03N1X
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    Familiar game play mechanics we have seen in previous Modern Warfare titles mixed with recycled graphics has begun to show its limitations in this iteration of the series. We have the giant explosive set pieces that we grew to love in this games predecessors, that used to leave us in awe wanting more, but now we find ourselves bored and weary of this repetitive formula that Activision hasFamiliar game play mechanics we have seen in previous Modern Warfare titles mixed with recycled graphics has begun to show its limitations in this iteration of the series. We have the giant explosive set pieces that we grew to love in this games predecessors, that used to leave us in awe wanting more, but now we find ourselves bored and weary of this repetitive formula that Activision has churned out. The younger generation will find themselves jumping straight into the multiplayer and turning a blind eye to the campaign for a few months to come, and will most likely be satisfied with screeching at other players for their superior play style and on the other hand, shouting 'noob' at the top of their voice when they've secured the game winning kill.

    For the rest of us, however, this is a different story. Where we find ourselves staring at what seems to be just a shameless copy of Modern Warfare 2, whilst complacent Activision and their new counterpart Sledgehammer Games are sleeping in their piles of money, not giving a toss about what the user base wants. I even think Sledgehammer's studio head, Glen Schofield, cry for help was just a stunt to get its loyal fanbase of under 16's to up its metacritic score to help him sleep in his piles of money at night.

    However, I can see some good coming from the biggest entertainment launch event of all time. I can see a revolution, where gamers will eventually stand up to the money making machines and say 'Enough is enough', and demand some innovation and ingenuity from the people that are making billions of dollars from their pockets. Maybe we will eventually see 'reviewers' actually giving a game an honest view based on the pioneering qualities of a game, rather than what the fan base, and studios, want to hear. Maybe we will see studios realising that using the same recycled code and graphics with the same linear storyline over and over, isn't productive (I mean, what else can they be doing with their time?) and needs to stop.    … Expand
  49. andy1828
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Picked this up on release after playing Black Ops last night to prepare. Guess what? It was the SAME GAME. So entirely disappointed, I can't believe they hyped up this game to have it be nothing more than a map pack released for $60 that runs worse online. all i have to say: great game!............NAT
  50. RUBBERPANTS
    Nov 14, 2011
    6
    This game is just a repacked retweaked version of modern warfare 2 it feels like I am playing the exact same game it has so much hype and so much suck's save your money for battlefield 3 now that's a real first person shooter game
  51. Praetor
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    This game is an incredible addition to the series, and I don't understand half of all the hate this game is receiving. People complain about how the game appears to be a "MW2 map pack" or a refurbished version of that game, but this rings true for many sequels and MW3 shouldn't be the only game chastised for this. A few recent titles that come to mind are Gears of War 3, Battlefield 3, andThis game is an incredible addition to the series, and I don't understand half of all the hate this game is receiving. People complain about how the game appears to be a "MW2 map pack" or a refurbished version of that game, but this rings true for many sequels and MW3 shouldn't be the only game chastised for this. A few recent titles that come to mind are Gears of War 3, Battlefield 3, and Uncharted 3, all of which were great games in their own right, but brought very few innovations to the single player / multi player experience where as MW3 has brought a myriad of new ideas to the multi player experience.

    If you consider the addition of the strike packages to the kill streak system, not to mention the new kill steaks themselves brings a new dynamic challenge to the multi player experience. The support package allows for more tactical and team based game play, a fix to a common complain that the call of duty series was simply an "arcade run and gun shooter". New multi player game modes such as kill confirmed also support the new team based play styles the franchise is supporting. Horde mode has been introducted to the series, and while it lacks the 4 player experience other titles have had, it is a good first attempt for the series. A big problem is that many people consider the treyarch and infinity ward / sledgehammer games versions of Call of duty to be synonymous, where as veterans of the series can attest that this is not the case. The new additions to MW3 may have existed in Black Ops, but it is new to this franchise and thus worth noting. Split screen multi player is another new addition that makes LAN parties with your friends a much easier experience. While the wager matches have been moved to strictly private match and LAN parties, they have added new modes such as Juggernaught which adds a new dynamic to this experience as well. Last but not least the returning mode of Spec Ops has been revamped and improved upon. The campaign provides the same sort of evocative and emotional storytelling and game play that many modern shooters lack and skip over, and provides an adequate conclusion to the epic story that began back in 2007. Overall Modern Warfare 3 is a superb shooter overall, and provides more innovations to the experience than the last Call of Duty installation Black Ops. This game does not deserve all the hatred it receives, and this reader suspects it is perpetrated mostly by internet trolls and active members of the Battlefield 3 community. As a final note I will leave you with this, if you don't like sequels being similar to their successful predecessors don't buy them; Modern Warfare 2 was an amazing game that broke sales records both within and outside the gaming industry, and as such the plan of improving upon an already successful game by keeping its roots and adding new innovations make sense to me.    … Expand
  52. Aristane
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    i dont know about the rest of you but i'm getting tired of devs just repackaging a game with upgraded graphics and charging full price for what amounts to just a multi player. what ever happened to an engaging story that made you feel something for the characters.
  53. Roy9030
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I thought MW2 was as low as an FPS game could go but then they come out with this outdated garbage that could be confused with MW2 DLC. Then they go to the extent of tweeting a request, actually it sounded more like begging, for their fanbase to rate this game higher on Metacritic because it's receiving low ratings... maybe it's low because it sucks and deserves every 0 here. **** campaignI thought MW2 was as low as an FPS game could go but then they come out with this outdated garbage that could be confused with MW2 DLC. Then they go to the extent of tweeting a request, actually it sounded more like begging, for their fanbase to rate this game higher on Metacritic because it's receiving low ratings... maybe it's low because it sucks and deserves every 0 here. **** campaign (as usual) and the same cookie cutter multiplayer with unbalanced gameplay, don't buy this game.… Expand
  54. ninty42
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    This call of duty is the worst one I've played and I only take issue with the multiplayer component. I have played this game for one week and in this week I have experienced many matches lost due to bullet lag connections to the host being lost. The worst thing in this game is the camping if anything this game allows more camping than the past games there is just to many spots to sit andThis call of duty is the worst one I've played and I only take issue with the multiplayer component. I have played this game for one week and in this week I have experienced many matches lost due to bullet lag connections to the host being lost. The worst thing in this game is the camping if anything this game allows more camping than the past games there is just to many spots to sit and just pick people off with out having to put any effort in. Another thing that feels broken is the re-spawning which places you way to close to the enemies and vice versa effectively stopping you from continuing your kill streak . Despite having 2 studios working on this game you can actually notice the drop in quality now that half of the original infinity ward team has left activision this game was rushed and should of stayed in development for a longer time instead of pushing it out so quickly just to make money. The only thing i feel that this game got right was the the story and the spec op missions which are the only things I play right now because multiplayer is so unplayable. I will be selling this game really soon probably in the next few days and this is the last call of duty I will ever buy because it will never be the same as it once was. I really hope this franchise goes the way of guitar hero and just disappears and people forget about it.… Expand
  55. JayHawk_III
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    After reading the reviews & watching game play on YouTube I have a hard time disagreeing with the massive negative comments. This game hasn't changed at all, it graphics are the same as all the other COD games pryor. It would be more embarrassing for me to have this games achievements on my list, than it would having Viva Pinata's. At least with Viva Pinata I would probably be entertainedAfter reading the reviews & watching game play on YouTube I have a hard time disagreeing with the massive negative comments. This game hasn't changed at all, it graphics are the same as all the other COD games pryor. It would be more embarrassing for me to have this games achievements on my list, than it would having Viva Pinata's. At least with Viva Pinata I would probably be entertained with something new... The only way I would even consider purchasing this game is if the world ran out of toliet paper & I needed to use the instruction manuel to clean myself...… Expand
  56. jandoedel
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    I am ............................................................... ................................. very.................................................. .................................................

    disapointed
  57. jarrodcorbett23
    Nov 14, 2011
    8
    The game is great a lot better then other cod games i have to say. There are problems with constant spawn kills or spawning enemies right behind you ecspecially when you are getting some great kills total bummer. Its not what most people are use to there are many things going on thats why i gell most people aren't happy because they are use to mw2 or black ops. Come on people give a gameThe game is great a lot better then other cod games i have to say. There are problems with constant spawn kills or spawning enemies right behind you ecspecially when you are getting some great kills total bummer. Its not what most people are use to there are many things going on thats why i gell most people aren't happy because they are use to mw2 or black ops. Come on people give a game credit when it is needed dont get mad if you stink if your up for a real challenge add me x360 jarrodcorbett23 :) thanks all… Expand
  58. igor22
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Is this a forum for reviews -or- for spoiled crybabies? Mere hours after the release of the game, 0 scores start popping up with ignorant comments and complaints that aren't even relevant to anything. If you don't like the LA Lakers, fine...but who has time to log on and blather away about how terrible they are. They win for a reason, just like this game. I knew exactly what I wanted whenIs this a forum for reviews -or- for spoiled crybabies? Mere hours after the release of the game, 0 scores start popping up with ignorant comments and complaints that aren't even relevant to anything. If you don't like the LA Lakers, fine...but who has time to log on and blather away about how terrible they are. They win for a reason, just like this game. I knew exactly what I wanted when I purchased it, and I'm glad it's a lot like the previous games. They don't owe you anything, how is an improved version of another sequel merit a 0? Of course, I'm fairly certain most of these stem from little complainers who don't even own the game or dislike it because it sells. As though all those hundreds of millions of people are all playing the worst game ever created for hours on end...yeah right. Why don't you just complain about video games in general, or your controller? Because they don't offer you the human connection that you're obviously missing. Go ahead and check every user who offered this game a 0 and battlefield a 10...while complaining about issues present in any shooter or for ridiculous "made up" scenarios imagined and fabricated with very little knowledge of the actual game. BTW, screw the Lakers...… Expand
  59. IcyLuka85
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'am italian..... Questo capitolo di Modern Warfare si è rinnovato pochissimo. Sono rimasto molto deluso nel vedere lo stesso menu , stessi suoni e parti di scenari riciclati. Giocandoci sentivo la forte sensazione di trovarmi in Modern Warfare 2 + Black Ops ..... è una vergogna e 70 euro non li vale minimamente. I Call of duty sono sempre la solita minestra riscaldata e questo capitolo piu di tutti per questo vanno puniti e do un 3 secco .… Expand
  60. gfxdaddy
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    The days of innovation and an immersive and engaging single-player campaign are truly dead. This game might make more money, but it is an insult to mention this 2-minute rehash in the same vein as the true greats like Halo, FEAR, Doom 3, Killzone 2, the original Duke Nukem 3D, Unreal, Riddick Butcher Bay...and I could go on. With this 'game' (and I hesitate to call it that) you basicallyThe days of innovation and an immersive and engaging single-player campaign are truly dead. This game might make more money, but it is an insult to mention this 2-minute rehash in the same vein as the true greats like Halo, FEAR, Doom 3, Killzone 2, the original Duke Nukem 3D, Unreal, Riddick Butcher Bay...and I could go on. With this 'game' (and I hesitate to call it that) you basically watch an in-game movie 95% of the time, tackle QuickTime events 4% of the time, and the remaining 1% of the time you actually get to shoot AI-challenged and infinitely respawing enemiesâ… Expand
  61. Only-rice
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I bought this game due to all the hype and now regret it, the multiplayer is the same old boring mp of camping and getting "pointstreaks" the spec ops mode is the only good thing about this game but still not worth buying, your better of buying the bunch of games already coming out like skyrim or if ur really into fps get bf3. Mw3 is not worth the 60$ nothing new exept for spec ops, itI bought this game due to all the hype and now regret it, the multiplayer is the same old boring mp of camping and getting "pointstreaks" the spec ops mode is the only good thing about this game but still not worth buying, your better of buying the bunch of games already coming out like skyrim or if ur really into fps get bf3. Mw3 is not worth the 60$ nothing new exept for spec ops, it just doesn't run smooth, mw2 was smooth, good graphics and gameplay but mw3 looks worst then cod 4 and just plays horrible but this is all
    Mp if your more of a sp guy just rent it.    … Expand
  62. rdawg00014
    Nov 14, 2011
    7
    The biggest disappointment I found when I opened up MW3 and popped in the disc, was its immediate similarity to MW2, the previous title in the Modern Warfare Series. The game runs on the EXACT SAME engine, with no improvements graphically or mechanically. With this said, the game quickly received criticism, being referred to as â
  63. lordbaku
    Nov 14, 2011
    7
    muy buen juego es accion de cabo a rabo pero en lo q tiene q ver en los graficos no mejora mucho pero es mejor una buenas historia q te atrapa q los graficos mas bonitos pero con una historia aburrida
  64. truebalejandro
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. awesome, the best multiplayer ever! mw3!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  65. wellmanb
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    I had to sign up and leave a short review to counter the BF3 fantards. While not revolutionary, MW3 is very polished. The graphics and gameplay are great. The multiplayer delivers with new perks and equipment. The maps are very balanced. I have not finished the campaign yet but I had a big smile on my face sabotaging the sub! The special forces co-op is a blast to play with a friend.I had to sign up and leave a short review to counter the BF3 fantards. While not revolutionary, MW3 is very polished. The graphics and gameplay are great. The multiplayer delivers with new perks and equipment. The maps are very balanced. I have not finished the campaign yet but I had a big smile on my face sabotaging the sub! The special forces co-op is a blast to play with a friend. Again nothing ground breaking but a great, polished game.… Expand
  66. pgunna
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    This game is recycled garbage, Black Ops was a much better game than this This is a step backwards in innovation! The menus are lazy, the maps are not thoughtful and there is no innovation here at all. I feel like they stole $60 from me and I would like it back.
  67. XxAlvRoxX
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I have played all the CoD video games. This is the most disappointing one after BO and MW2. Looks exactly as CoD 4, with barely any change in mechanics and gameplay. The only good part is the story, but that is easily spoiled because it is so predictable. The graphics are the same as on CoD 4, which came out 4 years ago. Usually I do not care about graphics but this was just disappointing.I have played all the CoD video games. This is the most disappointing one after BO and MW2. Looks exactly as CoD 4, with barely any change in mechanics and gameplay. The only good part is the story, but that is easily spoiled because it is so predictable. The graphics are the same as on CoD 4, which came out 4 years ago. Usually I do not care about graphics but this was just disappointing. I have played about 1h of multiplayer and I am totally sick of it! More campers than ever with a lot of 12 year old kids, way too easy to spawn kill, overpowered weapons etc. I could go on for a whole essay if I would have the energy to. There are a lot of glitches also, of course the game was just released but these are simple, easy glitches that should have been noticed instantly during the beta tests. The maps are all recycled with the same looks as earlier maps, nothing new. I am really disappointed mostly because I waited out in the cold rain for almost 12 hours with my friends and we really were expecting a good game. That this is not. Save your time, go play something else because this is not worth it. At least I can still sell this on eBay for 90% of the money.… Expand
  68. 1er
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I played this game last year and the year before. Stop milking the cash cow for whatever its worth. If you keep doing this you are going to be left with nothing Activision.
  69. fitz226
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    This game is amazing. It's everything a fan of the Modern Warfare series could have dreamt of, with a solid but nowhere near brilliant campaign, but the hectic and fun Survival Mode, The challenging but enjoyable Special Ops, and, of course the On-line which I personally think is brilliant, and more than stands up against the best of the series. Those implying that this is a map pack,This game is amazing. It's everything a fan of the Modern Warfare series could have dreamt of, with a solid but nowhere near brilliant campaign, but the hectic and fun Survival Mode, The challenging but enjoyable Special Ops, and, of course the On-line which I personally think is brilliant, and more than stands up against the best of the series. Those implying that this is a map pack, might want to take a closer look at 16 all-new maps, a load of brand new guns to the series, loads of brand new perks, the brilliant new kill streak packages that I think are a great addition to the series, and the two new game modes. A map pack? I think not. while sure enough the game looks the same, why does this bother people? FIFA and NHL look the same every year. Get over it and enjoy the game. As for on-line stability, there are a couple of OP guns (Type 95 mainly) but nothing to put people off. If you are a fan of the series, DEFINITELY buy this. If not, go back to your games and leave us alone. Also, I am not a "fan-boy", I also own BF3 and would definitely say it is equal to this in its own fashion, but simply isn't as fun.… Expand
  70. MaXKiLLz
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I have played every CoD going all the way back to the first one on PC. MW3 is by far the worst version I've ever played. The map design is atrocious. It's very clear to me the map makers at Sledgehammer are not CoD players at all. They took MW2 and multilated it. What an absolute disappointment. My hope lies solely with Treyarch. Sledgehammer needs to be dumped by Electronic Arts ASAP!
  71. AndrewsGun
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    Very disappointed with this game. I loved MW2 and couldn't wait for the release. This was not at all what I expected and feel ripped off. Black ops was a horrible game and I was willing to let it slide but this is the last Call of Duty game I will ever buy. The game play and feel of the guns is better in MW2. The maps in multiplayer are the worst part of this game. Every room has at leastVery disappointed with this game. I loved MW2 and couldn't wait for the release. This was not at all what I expected and feel ripped off. Black ops was a horrible game and I was willing to let it slide but this is the last Call of Duty game I will ever buy. The game play and feel of the guns is better in MW2. The maps in multiplayer are the worst part of this game. Every room has at least 2 or three doors which is not realistic at all. The whole game is built around speeding up the action instead of giving a realistic gaming experience.
    Do not waste your money on this game. I used to be a loyal fan but will now look for another game to fill the void. To the team that made this game...YOU SUCK!!! Enjoy my 59.99 while you can.    … Expand
  72. golden1
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    This game is just horrible. Completely filled with Hackers and Cheaters. IW must really like kids that arent even old enough to buy the game. Quickscoping? C'mon, they only kept that in the game to sell more copies. Riot Shields? Again? Should I say more? If they haven't gotten it by now they will never get it. This game is garbage. If anyone is reading this prior to buying the game, IThis game is just horrible. Completely filled with Hackers and Cheaters. IW must really like kids that arent even old enough to buy the game. Quickscoping? C'mon, they only kept that in the game to sell more copies. Riot Shields? Again? Should I say more? If they haven't gotten it by now they will never get it. This game is garbage. If anyone is reading this prior to buying the game, I suggest not wasting your money. If you are interested in playing the campaign i suggest buying the game used and once completing the game take it back and exchange it for a refund.… Expand
  73. abelxc
    Nov 14, 2011
    6
    A bit disappointed by the moment. The campaign is ok but the visuals look outdated and recycled from previous COD games. The multi is more similar to Black Ops than MW2, especially the clustered maze-like maps with horrible spawns. I recommend to try it before buying.
  74. Indian60
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    wow. i wish i would have bought 60 dollars of food and wasted 55 dollars of it. at least i would have enjoyed a little bit. the campaign is predictable and the multiplayer is old and seems to be getting worse as they release the same game every year
  75. inochi
    Nov 14, 2011
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lo compre y no me arrepiento, por que aunque sea igual.....pero igual parece hecho hace años y apenas lo sacaron,,,,, el añadido de las operaciones especiales y la pantalla dividida lo paga todo..... ya ningun juego viene asi, lastima que NO tenga absolutamente nada nuevo y mejor aparte de eso....… Expand
  76. Ardilla
    Nov 14, 2011
    4
    I have a hard time giving this game a high score based on the fact that it is the same as the previous games just done better. Yes, the graphics are smoothed out and add a lot to the mood of the maps. Yes, it has a more in depth perk/upgrade/leveling system. Yes, the weapons feel more real with scope sway, more recoil and less shots to kill your enemy. Yes, they took the best from allI have a hard time giving this game a high score based on the fact that it is the same as the previous games just done better. Yes, the graphics are smoothed out and add a lot to the mood of the maps. Yes, it has a more in depth perk/upgrade/leveling system. Yes, the weapons feel more real with scope sway, more recoil and less shots to kill your enemy. Yes, they took the best from all the MW games and combined it into one, but it is exactly that, the Voltron of MW games. If you like the MW games and looking for something a drastically new, then your looking in the wrong place. If you are looking for something that is the same just better then you are looking for this game. I can't give it a high score because of it being more of the same, but I can say you will enjoy this if you like the other games and you weren't looking for anything ground breaking.… Expand
  77. Mpatton07
    Nov 14, 2011
    6
    Multiplayer only impressions. Positives - good quantity of maps (16), noob tubing no longer an issue, shotguns now primary weapons, no ridiculously overpowered weapons (as was the case with the M16 in MW1), smooth 60fps, fewer cheap claymore deaths, interesting having to choose between the different strike packages, killstreak bonuses seem less overpowered vs MW2. Negatives - Sub-HD 600pMultiplayer only impressions. Positives - good quantity of maps (16), noob tubing no longer an issue, shotguns now primary weapons, no ridiculously overpowered weapons (as was the case with the M16 in MW1), smooth 60fps, fewer cheap claymore deaths, interesting having to choose between the different strike packages, killstreak bonuses seem less overpowered vs MW2. Negatives - Sub-HD 600p graphics look very muddy and dated, you can't move 5 feet without getting shot in the back (encourages camping in corners), often spawned extremely close to enemy, no option to set sensitivity of aiming down sight separately from look sensitivity, at £40 the Elite service should be included to compensate for the game being so similar to previous titles, silly that a sniper can beat you from 5m when you have a reflex sight and he/she has a x12 zoom scope, no dedicated servers, every map feels the same - filled with alleyways, cramped, no big open maps to mix things up.… Expand
  78. vrenz0e
    Nov 14, 2011
    5
    When news broke out about the whole Infinity Ward / Activision fallout over the firing of Vince Zampella and Jason West, I became very skeptical about the future of Modern Warfare 3. After playing through the campaign on Veteran and giving the online multiplayer a week of play, I must report that the skepticism was well deserved. This is by far the easiest COD I have played on VeteranWhen news broke out about the whole Infinity Ward / Activision fallout over the firing of Vince Zampella and Jason West, I became very skeptical about the future of Modern Warfare 3. After playing through the campaign on Veteran and giving the online multiplayer a week of play, I must report that the skepticism was well deserved. This is by far the easiest COD I have played on Veteran difficulty, taking a mere 6 hours to complete from beginning to end, and feels more like an interactive roller coaster ride than anything else, shooting popup targets as you go.
    Multiplayer is where longevity comes into play for an FPS, and to be perfectly blunt, this is what I was most pissed off about. The fun to be had in multiplayer is evident, but the feeling that you were ripped off soon sinks in when you realize this is pretty much the same game we were playing 2 years ago with a new paint job. The new killstreaks aren't as enjoyable to play around with, all the "new" perks and weapons are just retweaks of existing COD staples (even the deathstreaks and weapon perks are just conditional perks mostly from older games). Compounding the distaste is the horrible map designs and spawn locations. The game launched with over 10 maps to play with, but the fact that most of the maps are similar in confinement and lack any real creativity is a shame.
    Weapon imbalances are abound, which will hopefully be rectified via patches ala BlackOps. Some weapons such as shotguns and some smg and AR's are completely outclassed in everyway by others.

    Gone are all the stats menus that came in-game with BlackOps, instead you are relegated to using Call of Duty Elite, an app for your XBox that employs clan connectivity and allows you to see in-depth stats, and of course if you want the real meat and potatoes for this app you need to pay an annual fee. The new highlight of the multiplayer is Kill Confirmed, a mode of deathmatch that tries to discourage camping by forcing players to gather tags off downed enemies in order to score. The only problem is that it actually employs camping as well, as many individuals will use the tags as bait. This is not a problem of the game itself, but the community at large who wish increase their personal kill to death ratio than actually contribute to a winning game. In conclusion, I would have felt much more comfortable paying $40 for what feels more like an expansion pack than full-fledged new game, but at the current $60 retail value you are paying too much. And considering the fact that Activision will be releasing maps packs often for this game, over the course of the year you are looking to spend atleast $90 for this game alone, even more if you are a subscriber to the COD Elite service.    … Expand
  79. SEANH00700
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Really the worst of the call of dutys yet,,,,, were they drunk when they made this ?? Reboxed MW2 ?? I mean come on, I spent â
  80. papdingding
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    The campaign is decent but only about 4 hours long. The multiplayer sucks, like everyone else says its just mw2 with nothing but broken promises of changes and updates. The elite service is also a joke, just a 60 dollar payment for another lame social network with no real use except the promise of maps in the future, question is will anyone play that long. To those of you that claim theseThe campaign is decent but only about 4 hours long. The multiplayer sucks, like everyone else says its just mw2 with nothing but broken promises of changes and updates. The elite service is also a joke, just a 60 dollar payment for another lame social network with no real use except the promise of maps in the future, question is will anyone play that long. To those of you that claim these low ratings are just from haters, then why are there so many of them? This game was a disappointment to many. Save your money.… Expand
  81. StevieF4
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Ok. Come on people... its a sequel. What do do you expect out of a sequel? Why the same game wit a few tweaks. That is exactly what this is, but haters gonna hatem. Dont let them deter you from buyingg this game is the most fun I've had in a long time
  82. 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
  83. Scray
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    If you put mw2 and mw3 side by side, you would not be able to tell the difference. Its still just the same recycled game that came out in 2007. Graphics are very dated, this does not look like a 2011 game. Multilayer is nothing new, get a few kills then call in an airstrike and boom you're done. Single player is a laugh, I don't even want to talk about it. If you are on the fence aboutIf you put mw2 and mw3 side by side, you would not be able to tell the difference. Its still just the same recycled game that came out in 2007. Graphics are very dated, this does not look like a 2011 game. Multilayer is nothing new, get a few kills then call in an airstrike and boom you're done. Single player is a laugh, I don't even want to talk about it. If you are on the fence about getting this game, don't bother, waste of time and money.… Expand
  84. Gorillasnake
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    Ive been playing Call of Duty since the original one for the PC. And this one is the best yet !
    The story line is great, It feels like your in a Micheal Bay movie,Because of the nonstop action that keeps you at the edge of your seat
    Multiplayer is very solid . With more game modes that keep you coming back for more The Only thing i can complain about this game is : Some of the Innovations    Ive been playing Call of Duty since the original one for the PC. And this one is the best yet !
    The story line is great, It feels like your in a Micheal Bay movie,Because of the nonstop action that keeps you at the edge of your seat
    Multiplayer is very solid . With more game modes that keep you coming back for more

    The Only thing i can complain about this game is :
    Some of the Innovations that Black Ops introduced where not in this game
    (certain game modes,point system and also the weapon balancing)

    I do recommend this game for people who play video games for fun ,and not realism
    Its a Solid 9

    [Note]
    For all the haters out there Get a life !!
    you complain that this game feels like a expansion pack
    Well it isnt something you (BF Fan Boys,Cod haters) don't understand is that games take alot of effort and time to make! ,And that fact that you hate someone's/something's success ,says alot about you    … Expand
  85. RoboPope
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    I bought this game because I've had a ton of fun playing COD since the release of WAW 3 years ago. I wasn't impressed with Black Ops but there was still enough content and fun to be had to keep me playing for 4 months. MW3 just flat out blows. This is coming from someone who really enjoyed the game in the past. The Multi-player maps are horrid and multi-player as a whole has gotten a lotI bought this game because I've had a ton of fun playing COD since the release of WAW 3 years ago. I wasn't impressed with Black Ops but there was still enough content and fun to be had to keep me playing for 4 months. MW3 just flat out blows. This is coming from someone who really enjoyed the game in the past. The Multi-player maps are horrid and multi-player as a whole has gotten a lot worse. Campaign has always been meh and spec ops is what it is something I'd pay 8 bucks for on the Live market. I would take this game back if I could.

    I hope the developers don't brush all these reviews as "haters who didn't even buy the game". Your game sucks somehow infinity ward broke what didn't need fixing while adding next to nothing. Seriously, get your **** together next year.    … Expand
  86. Puscifer
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    The same over and over again. I bought all the CoD but this is the first I won't buy. Same short campaing, same multiplayer full of cheats and campers. No more Activision.
  87. Tazzieplaya
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    Let me be honest here, I'm a lover of all things CoD but this is a DLC, paying $80 Aus for this is a ripoff. After Black ops I assumed looking at the game trailers (which were for the campaign mode) that this game would look hot and we would be playing multi player in Paris, London, New York......nope, just the usual junkyard enviroment. Maps are horrible. Points system was a plus butLet me be honest here, I'm a lover of all things CoD but this is a DLC, paying $80 Aus for this is a ripoff. After Black ops I assumed looking at the game trailers (which were for the campaign mode) that this game would look hot and we would be playing multi player in Paris, London, New York......nope, just the usual junkyard enviroment. Maps are horrible. Points system was a plus but that's far to little for $80 Aus. Don't kid yourself it is MW2.5 folks. Never hated on a CoD game in my life. Hope Treyarch can come up with something to better this Infinity Ward/Sledgehammer dog's breakfast of a franchise. I'M GOING BACK TO CoD BLACK OPS!!!!!!!! This game blows!!!!!… Expand
  88. xxvmafiaxx
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I thought i put in the mw2 disc when i started playing this game, NO DIFFERENCE, Call Of Duty needs a MAJOR rethinking. The game is getting old, i mean comon activision, seriously!!!!!!!!!!!
  89. Raldz
    Nov 14, 2011
    8
    I honestly don't know why this game is scoring so low with other user reviews. This game is a sequel, as such it's going to build upon what the games before it had already laid down. It's not going to be a distinctly different game, and it shouldn't. If it was going to have completely different core mechanics and gameplay, then it wouldn't be a Call of Duty, it would be a new IP. OnI honestly don't know why this game is scoring so low with other user reviews. This game is a sequel, as such it's going to build upon what the games before it had already laid down. It's not going to be a distinctly different game, and it shouldn't. If it was going to have completely different core mechanics and gameplay, then it wouldn't be a Call of Duty, it would be a new IP. On multiplayer, the tweaks such as Strike Packages, new perks & guns, weapon leveling, and new modes (Team Defender/Kill Confirmed) all do good to expand on the prior entries in the series for an overall good multiplayer. The campaign is much the same as the rest in the series, and anyone who thinks the campaigns in any Battlefield/Call of Duty game are a focus point doesn't really get why the game was made in the first place. It's a compliment to the game, but wouldn't hold on its own without multiplayer. Survival in Spec Ops is a great idea, but its biggest downfall is not allowing 4 players like the Zombies modes on the other Call of Duty's. These modes are best when a group of people get to coordinate to play....not just two people. Lastly, Elite seems like a good idea, but as of this writing, been plagued by server issues so it's hard to say how or what that will bring to the series. Overall, a fairly good entry in the series.… Expand
  90. Genyamamoto
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Same twitch shooter which is just an expansion of MW3. As good as broken. Maps are ridiculously small giving players an average of less than 25 seconds of alive time. A very poor excuse to a competitive FPS game. Also call of duty "elite" is also broken.
  91. massacer
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Well I see the BF trolls reviews are in, now listen to a rational review. If you enjoy the other Modern Warfare games, you'll like this one. Sure, not a whole lot different going on, but the campaign is amazing and the game is still fun. Screw the haters, if you like COD this game is for you.
  92. Alvagore
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    Do not buy this game, is more of the same, stick on MW2 or Black Ops.
    the only thing of this game that worth is the single player, for that i give it a 3.
  93. sticmann
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    The game uses the same formula as many previous call of duty titles, which gamers and critics alike are becoming bored with. Infinity Ward and Treyarch need to step up the game next year or gamers will move on. Had enough of these games and peoples obssession. Done with the review its a shame to see big budget repetitiveness games like these overshadow quality titles out there.
  94. the5thfreedom
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Where were all you "haters" when Black ops came out or even Modern warfare 2? oh yea thats right it wasnt the trendy thing to do so you all wait until the hipsters speak ip before you gain a voice. anyways the Story is alot better that Blasphmous 2nd game but its still just a ordinary action Michael Bay esque story so dont get too excited about it. the real Fun to be had is inWhere were all you "haters" when Black ops came out or even Modern warfare 2? oh yea thats right it wasnt the trendy thing to do so you all wait until the hipsters speak ip before you gain a voice. anyways the Story is alot better that Blasphmous 2nd game but its still just a ordinary action Michael Bay esque story so dont get too excited about it. the real Fun to be had is in Multiplayer almost all balencing issues are fixed from the preious games there are alot less spots to "camp" so a players skill is more a factor than who happens to run into your cross hairs. the killstreaks are more balanced and no longer require you to be afraid to die causeing you to lose all your killstreak progress. various weapons have been tweaked so they are not as overpower in previous game as well as many more changes which are all for the better. so if your looking for a fun fast paced competitive shooter to play for months on end this is what your looking for. as for all those complaints you keep hearing about it being the same just remember if it isnt broke dont fix it.… Expand
  95. MetalManiac
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    This game is very similar to MW2. That is not a bad thing. I played over 18 days of MW2's multiplayer and MW3 is the same with the annoying tatcis like overpowered noob tubes and OMA. Commando is gone but I have seen some Bs knife kills. I'm still upset that Call of Duty isn't running on Dedicated Servers. I'm tired of crappy hosts but the game is a must buy.
  96. euen
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    This is a fantastic game that picks up right where the 2nd one left off. Multiplayer is tweeked with cool new killstreaks and it is super fun. On top of all of that, spec ops is much improved and rocks. All these people hating just don't understand how great an overall game this really is.
  97. Lovable
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    same graphics, same **** seen it once ok, seen it twice mehhh, seeing it the third time?! FCK OFF INFINITY WARD, stop making games if you cant even improve from the previous 1, jeez fcking morons .
  98. Accuracy
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    This game is a joke seriously, it's giving the video game industry a stereotype that this is all gamers play. This game is overshadowing better titles that actually feature innovation, and creativity. This game is the same repackaged **** over and over again. This isn't a game, it's DLC.
  99. geoff300
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I have played every single CoD game including the one expansion and have to say this game is severely disappointing. It is the exact same game that they have given us for years now, nothing added, but still charge $60 bucks for. I am very, very glad I rented it, just so I can finish the single player campaign. Now, hate this all you want, but I am going back to Battlefield 3, anI have played every single CoD game including the one expansion and have to say this game is severely disappointing. It is the exact same game that they have given us for years now, nothing added, but still charge $60 bucks for. I am very, very glad I rented it, just so I can finish the single player campaign. Now, hate this all you want, but I am going back to Battlefield 3, an innovative, new game. Enjoy.… Expand
  100. MeatBall
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Total over hyped trash, same game different year. Save yourself $60 and play the Call of Duty game you already have! This game should just be sold as a MW2 expansion pack. The game literally reuses textures and models from past CoD games, including CoD4.
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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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