Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.5

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  1. Z_TUNE
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Does it feel like mw2? yes, does it feel like dlc..a little. Is it the same fun and consistency you expect fomr cod yes. 60 bucks a year for new maps and new features seems fair to me, I think it is just "cool" to hate on this game right now.
  2. kais
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    I cant understand why there are so many 0's on here. Sure, many of the aspects of the game remain the same but it does not change the fact that MW3 is still just as addictive as the other games in the series. If people were expecting drastic change from what we have seen before then they are shortsighted to say the least. Why change a winning formula? On the whole this game has hours ofI cant understand why there are so many 0's on here. Sure, many of the aspects of the game remain the same but it does not change the fact that MW3 is still just as addictive as the other games in the series. If people were expecting drastic change from what we have seen before then they are shortsighted to say the least. Why change a winning formula? On the whole this game has hours of entertainment and the multiplayer is at the heart of it, while spec ops will also provide useful co-op with old and new friends alike.… Expand
  3. barockhill
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    I dont understand why all of you are hating on this game so bad.. Of course its the same formula.. its THE SAME GAME! If they completely changed the format like some games have in the past.. it would have failed miserably. They upgraded the content, the weapons, the grouping. Its WAY better than black ops which was honestly just a pascifier to keep us playing until this came out. ButI dont understand why all of you are hating on this game so bad.. Of course its the same formula.. its THE SAME GAME! If they completely changed the format like some games have in the past.. it would have failed miserably. They upgraded the content, the weapons, the grouping. Its WAY better than black ops which was honestly just a pascifier to keep us playing until this came out. But why WHY why WHY do you want to change the game itself? The basic story, and game flow of this game? I mean im sure everyone would be pissed off who plays World of Warcraft if they came online and saw that they just went and scrambled everything around and now it played more like Final Fantasy or something... Its just the way this game works. And if you dont like it.. dont play it honestly… Expand
  4. Cheyney
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    I've always liked the Modern Warfare series. The single player story has never been more than uninspired and insipid, but multiplayer has always been the series' strong point. There have always been issues with spawning, and being killed often felt cheap and merely unlucky rather than being genuinely out-fought and out-thought, but these problems are accepted as part of the experience as aI've always liked the Modern Warfare series. The single player story has never been more than uninspired and insipid, but multiplayer has always been the series' strong point. There have always been issues with spawning, and being killed often felt cheap and merely unlucky rather than being genuinely out-fought and out-thought, but these problems are accepted as part of the experience as a realistic war simulator, where death really can come down to a moment's bad luck.

    Mechanically, the game is as sound as ever. If something is shot it dies, if something is caught in an explosion it dies, if something is hurt and stays out of danger for a few moments it chalks up the injury as a lesson learned and gets back into the game that much more competent.

    The story, a lacklustre affair, is half of the deal-breaker. Playing through on 'Regular' difficulty (the average setting for those unfamiliar with in-game terminology) I was able to complete the campaign in five hours. Even though multiplayer as always been the most important component for the majority of players, this doesn't excuse how shockingly short the single player portion is. Put simply, the single player would be fairly priced at a quarter of its current level.

    The multiplayer also utterly fails to stand up to its ancestry. The core gameplay mechanics are almost completely unaltered from previous games, and even then draws upon the worst the series has offered. The inadequate weaponry system from Black Ops makes a wholly unwanted return, and idle sway on weaponry, rightly criticised in the first Modern Warfare and therefore dropped to universal praise, has returned. Many weapons still feature glaring inconsistencies with their real-world counterparts, and as often as not the newly introduced ordinance comes across as older weapons physically remodelled but functionally unaltered. The issues with hitboxes seem unresolved, and the problems with spawning and balancing of teams have clearly had no attention, despite being some of the most popular criticisms of the series as a whole. In short, the game is mechanically IDENTICAL to its immediate predecessor, Modern Warfare 2, with newly introduced weaponry having nothing to distinguish it from older weapons save new models.

    The multiplayer maps themselves feel uninspired and unbalanced, with poor flow and confusing, unintuitive layouts and reference points, although this seems part of the long-term strategy to force players into buying expensive map pack DLC in order to actually enjoy the multiplayer experience they paid so much for to begin with.

    This is the real deal-breaker: Black Ops, a game released barely a year ago, has pumped out four DLC map packs at a price of £10 each, pushing many players to part with up to £100 for a complete experience - a hefty price for a multiplayer-only game in anyone's book. Within two months a new DLC map pack WILL have been released for this game, meaning that in a year the Call of Duty series could have soaked up £170 of your money, without even going into special edition prices. That is, put simply, a lot of money for something that is almost functionally identical to something that most players already purchased two years ago.

    A final gripe is the graphics. This should never be something that influences the purchase of a game, and yet here it does. The engine seems to have remained fundamentally unaltered since the first Modern Warfare four years ago, and put simply, it is badly showing its age. General texturing quality actually seems to have DECREASED in some areas, something which should not be happening in any series, ever. One can only presume makers Infinity Ward spent the last two years deciding on how to make the launch multiplayer maps so poor in quality that purchasers would be forced to buy their exorbitantly priced DLC.

    In short, the Call of Duty series releases a new game every year, and this seems to prevent enough time being taken to actually fully pad out the final product. The single player feels rushed and cut-down, the engine seems to be unaltered, and overall the multiplayer seems to consist of a gimmicky DLC set of games and a poor-quality map pack. Most of what's new is just older code with a new coat of paint, and what's genuinely new is stolen from other, better-made games. If you have a previous instalment of the Call of Duty series, there is literally nothing to recommend this game for anything beyond a rental.    … Expand
  5. DustinH
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    man, I can't believe how many people are whining and bi***ing about this game! this game is awesome, I would rate it a 8.5 but it doesn't let me. The campaign is brilliant and keeps you on the edge with awesome action sequences, but is a little short. I took 1 point away because I never really liked spec ops missions and the survival mode is kinda boring and repetitive, but this gameman, I can't believe how many people are whining and bi***ing about this game! this game is awesome, I would rate it a 8.5 but it doesn't let me. The campaign is brilliant and keeps you on the edge with awesome action sequences, but is a little short. I took 1 point away because I never really liked spec ops missions and the survival mode is kinda boring and repetitive, but this game really shines with mp. It's much more fair and balanced than mw2 or black ops, and its very addicting and fun. And people keep blaming infinity ward for noobs in the game. WHY? to eliminate campers, you would have to have a flat map with nothing on it, and to prevent shotguns and explosives you would have to eliminate all of those types of weapons. people need to learn to deal with noobs and stop criticizing the game for that reason. this game is great, end of story.… Expand
  6. jst68
    Nov 14, 2011
    5
    This is essentially CoD Black Ops with a different storyline. It plays smooth and the single player experience goes from one "over the top" moment to another. However, that is pretty much all it has going for it. Gaming atmosphere is ok. Story is pretty bad. Graphics are average and pretty bad in comparison to BF3. Not sure how the magazines are doing their reviews if they don't see that.This is essentially CoD Black Ops with a different storyline. It plays smooth and the single player experience goes from one "over the top" moment to another. However, that is pretty much all it has going for it. Gaming atmosphere is ok. Story is pretty bad. Graphics are average and pretty bad in comparison to BF3. Not sure how the magazines are doing their reviews if they don't see that. On the technical side MW3 is far behind BF3. I especially like BF3's environment damage, but they also make good use of elements like smoke and light to add new tactical options. Multiplayer has turned into a circus for players not meeting the age requirement of MW3.… Expand
  7. kissmyash24
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    i really feel ripped off when I play MW3. I get that we wanted a game similar to MW2 but we did not want THE EXACT GAME. I have been a huge fan of the Call of Duty series since Cod 4 but i think MW3 is a step in the wrong direction. Issues that plagued MW2 can still be found in MW3. The hit detection is god awful, somehow when it appears I am around a corner i still die from gunfire, thisi really feel ripped off when I play MW3. I get that we wanted a game similar to MW2 but we did not want THE EXACT GAME. I have been a huge fan of the Call of Duty series since Cod 4 but i think MW3 is a step in the wrong direction. Issues that plagued MW2 can still be found in MW3. The hit detection is god awful, somehow when it appears I am around a corner i still die from gunfire, this also happened in MW2. The maps in this game are horrible. we wanted smaller maps...not small maps, all buildings, junk and broken cars everywhere with 10000 lines of sight. Lets talk about kill-streaks, i work my butt off to get these high streaks and they are so underpowered and easily shot-down. Air-support is pretty much useless now that point streaks can be earned through shooting them down. I was really looking forward to a NEW call of duty. Instead we got an expansion pack of MW2, new guns, some new crappy maps, and crappy killstreaks. The best part of this game was the campaign. I guess since they just took the MW2 multiplayer and put it in MW3 they had alot more time to focus on the campaign. I have a great analogy, MW3 is like the iPhone 4S, tons of hype for a new game, and something refreshing, but instead you get minor upgrades but the product itself is identical. IMHO save your money, BF3 is not good either. From one cod fan to another, i am truly disappointed.… Expand
  8. theoby
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    Wow. 0 Creativity in this game. This is a REMADE of MW1 and MW2, same textures, same problems, even same buildings. Im a COD Fan from the first COD came to PC but this is ridiculous. This should be a DLC for the MW2 instead of being lauched as a new game.
  9. polecat987
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm a military buff and 3 years ago decided to get a 360 to remember those days of fun playing ps2. My first real FPS was MW2. It was a great game and introduced me into a world of multiplayer gaming that I never experienced. But MW3 seems exactly like MW2. The story-line obviously had to continue but a lot of the game-play should have been revised. The part on MW3 with the flashlights that you have to duck is pretty much the same one in WaW where you had to go prone to evade some guys with flamethrowers. The sniping mission to kill Makarov, the same idea of WaW where you had to kill a general, but now in MW3 the outcome is different. Also for some reason when you get hit you flinch and your rifle blocks your vision and you cant shoot, also the grenade spamming is outrageous by putting these 2 things they make the game difficult. Essentially this is MW2.5 it should have been a DLC for 30 bucks not a full game or waited another year to release it. Multiplayer is exactly the same as always the maps are very narrow and small, vehicles and buildings are recycled from MW2 (not even a try to make a difference between the two). The initial menu on the game may have been good and easy to navigate in MW2 but come on Sledgehammer and IW at least you should have changed it completely because is the same one from MW2 but with different colors. Those things show a great deal of laziness on the part of these guys. Battlefield 3 is not a perfect game but and let be it clear I played Bad Company 2 this summer so I'm not a fan of it. But the multiplayer options to play anywhere you want is a plus MW3 doesn't have. MW3 is now a game to run run and run, do quick-scopes and keep running and killing. I would dare to say that Black Ops still is a better game. A 2 because as a fan of the series I expected more options and a different game-play style and because the story has gotten repetitive and predictable.CoD has gotten to be the same over and over and it stops to be fun.… Expand
  10. romoabel
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    To me its not about the graphics, its about the gameplay, and MW3 has AMAZING gameplay that can keep me playing for hours. The campaign was awesome, multiplayer is enjoyable and I can be sure that im getting every penny's worth on this game.
  11. rwentz003
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    People except a sequel to be a complete remake of the previous version, but why would you ruin one of the most sold games in history? This game is a perfected version of MW2, they perfected the feel of the game, everything from the way the gun is held in the hands to the way your body will react when you are run into by a teammate. It is a great game which anyone can play and will play forPeople except a sequel to be a complete remake of the previous version, but why would you ruin one of the most sold games in history? This game is a perfected version of MW2, they perfected the feel of the game, everything from the way the gun is held in the hands to the way your body will react when you are run into by a teammate. It is a great game which anyone can play and will play for hours at a time.… Expand
  12. ryebreadreturns
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    Those who gave this game a 0 have no integrity and should be banned from this site. This is pretty similar MW1 and 2, but I don't see why that should count heavily against it. I haven't finished the campaign, but there are no major missteps so far. The multiplayer has been cleaned up (no more getting stabbed from 10 ft away) with some nice new features. They added survival mode to the specThose who gave this game a 0 have no integrity and should be banned from this site. This is pretty similar MW1 and 2, but I don't see why that should count heavily against it. I haven't finished the campaign, but there are no major missteps so far. The multiplayer has been cleaned up (no more getting stabbed from 10 ft away) with some nice new features. They added survival mode to the spec ops, which is great. Killing ppl has never been more fun than this. If you're bored with the format, then do the entire world a favor and don't buy it, please. If you love the format, pick it up. End of story.… Expand
  13. Scampii
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Like a divorced parent trying to win the affection of an only child, the game dishes out rewards with every breath. If you have had fun with the mulitplayer with your online buddies in the past this should be no different.
  14. jasonc
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    Another year, another MW game. Same old, same old. The gameplay has not changed, the graphics are dated, the story is predictable. The series needs to innovate. This game is not recommended, there are so many games in fall 2011 that your $60 is better spent on.
  15. semanas
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Killstreaks and weapon levels are a good innovation that bring a new feeling to the series! What if it looks a lot like Modern Warfare 2? After all it is its sequel and which COD doesn't look like the one before it? Still, Modern Warfare 2 was an excellent game and I think no one can disagree. So I'm giving Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 a 10 out of 10. Perfect! After all, haters gonna hate.
  16. Kelsar
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    This should be a map pack, not an actual game. Nothing new, Easy enough for pre teens who rage about not being able to play rambo on BF3. I feel sorry for the people who bought the elite version of the game, Glad i was able to play it before buying it.
  17. Francymike91
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    MW2 costs $30 less than this recycled game and there is no difference at all, you should go for that. I regret a lot to have bought this thing. Good job Infinity Ward (sarcasm).
  18. SplitHorizon
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    Very disappointed, I was looking forward to this game but after couple of hours I was bored of it cause it feels like an expansion pack for mw2. They did nothing but recycle everything from 2 and release it as a new game when really there is nothing new about it. Ill stick with BF3
  19. Rizz0
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    This game is everything that was wrong with MW2 and more, the game engine needs an overhaul, hit markers way off, the fact that no-scoping/quick-scoping can still be achieved makes it feel like Activision encourage it. Only one game mode added that's of any value (kill confirmed) and every good point about black ops ripped back out, this is truly Activisions two fingers to their own fans,This game is everything that was wrong with MW2 and more, the game engine needs an overhaul, hit markers way off, the fact that no-scoping/quick-scoping can still be achieved makes it feel like Activision encourage it. Only one game mode added that's of any value (kill confirmed) and every good point about black ops ripped back out, this is truly Activisions two fingers to their own fans, expecting them to pay full price for a 2 year old game and then adding insult to injury by charging for a service they call "elite". Brilliant single player? If you consider mind numbing set piece to set piece and a plot we gave up on after COD4. Save your cash, there's better games (of ALL kinds) out their… Expand
  20. nickomash
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Completely thrilled with MW3!

    What a great ending to a single player trilogy. Fans of Soap, Capt. Price, Nikolai, and Yuri will not be disappointed. Spec Ops brings a new mode and more difficulty to the experience. With the new Survival mode you are pit against some incredible competition to overcome. Multiplayer is the bread and butter of the franchise and yet again goes straight to    Completely thrilled with MW3!

    What a great ending to a single player trilogy. Fans of Soap, Capt. Price, Nikolai, and Yuri will not be disappointed. Spec Ops brings a new mode and more difficulty to the experience. With the new Survival mode you are pit against some incredible competition to overcome. Multiplayer is the bread and butter of the franchise and yet again goes straight to the top of FPS gaming. Improving in ways I would not have imagined and adding the exclusive Elite stats tracking and improvement hub has made this my "Go To" experience for all FPS playable games for some time to come. Whether you are a weekend warrior or game each and every night. you will have hours on end of excitement with this latest iteration of Call of Duty. Personally I would give the game 6 stars out of 5 if I were able. Thank you Activision, Infinity Ward, Sledgehammer, and all of the rest of you who brought us such a terrific game.

    Sincerely,
    nickomash    … Expand
  21. yu2buku
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I love COD and was utterly let down by MW3...its not that I expected anything truly innovative, but I at the very least, I expected to ENJOY the game play. In retrospect, I honestly would have preferred lighting $60 on fire and watching it burn rather than play this crap. This is basically a $60 map pack for MW2 with perks/streaks tweaked a bit...which isn't that big of a deal if itI love COD and was utterly let down by MW3...its not that I expected anything truly innovative, but I at the very least, I expected to ENJOY the game play. In retrospect, I honestly would have preferred lighting $60 on fire and watching it burn rather than play this crap. This is basically a $60 map pack for MW2 with perks/streaks tweaked a bit...which isn't that big of a deal if it weren't for the fact that ALL THE MAPS F'ING SUCK. Whoever made these POS maps should be fired--invisible walls, you can't really climb on anything, way too busy (how many burned out tanks and vehicles can you put in one map?), and too complicated (too many places for the campers to hide). I've never been angrier while playing a COD title and have never heard as many in-game complaints from fellow players as I have in the first few hours of playing this game. Gamestop, here I come.… Expand
  22. CarRamrod
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Same **** different year. Shows how Activision lacks creativity and will continue to pump out awful titles year-after-year until it's massacred beyond all recognition, the Guitar Hero route, and people stop buying it. Outdated graphics, sour mechanics, and an outdated overall design leave the player wanting more as the game lacks meaning and polish. BF3 is great on PC but I can'tSame **** different year. Shows how Activision lacks creativity and will continue to pump out awful titles year-after-year until it's massacred beyond all recognition, the Guitar Hero route, and people stop buying it. Outdated graphics, sour mechanics, and an outdated overall design leave the player wanting more as the game lacks meaning and polish. BF3 is great on PC but I can't comment on the console variations, but I would recommend that over this as teamwork is recommended for online play unlike CoD which is just repetitive run-n-gun.… Expand
  23. Robbie666
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    After playing all the call of duty games and hating them all apart from 1,2&4 i though MW3 would step to the plate considering the high quality of games that have been released at this time.......i was very wrong. The singleplayer is cold i dont feel attatched to any of the characters like i did on the original modern warfare, the level design is your generic fps you can only go one way,After playing all the call of duty games and hating them all apart from 1,2&4 i though MW3 would step to the plate considering the high quality of games that have been released at this time.......i was very wrong. The singleplayer is cold i dont feel attatched to any of the characters like i did on the original modern warfare, the level design is your generic fps you can only go one way, the AI is what you expect. The graphics compared to the streets of NYC in crysis to look very out dated now, the gun sounds in the game still sound like your firing a potato shooter, i could go on.............

    Multiplayer is the same i got 30 kills on TDM on my first try on the game, i couldnt give a **** about all the weapon upgrades cause its easy to kill people in the first place, i always hated killstreaks...... i think its cheating. if you want to play fps online that needs skill or teamwork play counter strike or wait for the xbox live release of it.

    The spec ops modes are fun but didnt keep me occupied for long.

    all in all MW3 has been lazily put together over the last year to create another half arsed money making game which is really dissapointing in which 2007 MW came out and blew my mind, but anyways im sure next year activison will bring out ANOTHER piece of crap.    … Expand
  24. JACEisWild
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    It's hard to believe a game can get such great reviews by CRITICS, but not by gamers themselves. That just shows and proves to a lot of people that this is a popularity contest. If you didn't like the game, that doesn't warrant a "zero" rating. Look at things objectively. Is this the same MW as always? Yep. Is it bad? Not by a long shot. I agree that not much has changed in the way ofIt's hard to believe a game can get such great reviews by CRITICS, but not by gamers themselves. That just shows and proves to a lot of people that this is a popularity contest. If you didn't like the game, that doesn't warrant a "zero" rating. Look at things objectively. Is this the same MW as always? Yep. Is it bad? Not by a long shot. I agree that not much has changed in the way of mechanics, or with the multiplayer leveling system itself. But if it's not broke, don't fix it! If they had changed the mechanics completely, everyone would have cried foul anyway! We are a society of complainers who wants everything perfect, but if you take that emotion out of it and see it for what it is, it's still a dang good game. The campaign had moments that make you sit with your mouth hanging open and didn't realize it until that moment was over. The story, same as always, is a bit forgettable, as is with ALL war games. Shoot this, blow up that, you forget why after a while. But what's important is, after a while, who cares? It looks so cool to blow stuff up! And MW3 does that beautifully. So to sum it up, this is a good game. Not perfect, but really good. And here is something shocking for you to think about...what if we could like BOTH MW3 and Battlefield?! Wow, what a world; two different games, different stories, different mechanics, so why judge them as if they are the same? You are not forced to choose (like with a wireless carrier ;) . Just love em both for what they are. Entertainment.… Expand
  25. naf1611
    Nov 14, 2011
    5
    I guess the problem that I have with Call of Duty MW3 is that the developers had a chance to create a truly great game. I mean all they had to do was build on an already great foundation with Call of Duty 4 and Call of Duty MW2. But instead they chose to play it safe and only tweak a few things here and there, which in the end amounted to a hole lot of nothing. I've said you can tell thatI guess the problem that I have with Call of Duty MW3 is that the developers had a chance to create a truly great game. I mean all they had to do was build on an already great foundation with Call of Duty 4 and Call of Duty MW2. But instead they chose to play it safe and only tweak a few things here and there, which in the end amounted to a hole lot of nothing. I've said you can tell that someone else made this game and that's 100% true. I doubt Activation will say that Vince Zampella and Jason West (the creators of the franchise) played that big of a part in the success of the Call of Duty but when you fire them and 40 other employees quit because of that. Out of a studio that had around 50 employees in it to begin with, that doesn't leave a lot of people left that helped create the great Call of Duty's of past. Then Activation thought that after rebuilding Infinity Ward and adding the a brand new studio in which they just created called Sledgehammer games, to finish what the original Infinity Ward started would be ok. No it wasn't and shame on them for thinking it was. Now I don't hate COD MW3 but its defiantly not my first choice when it comes to game that I own.… Expand
  26. ableabe
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    Its sad when a developer has to beg for positive reviews through twitter. MW3 is a rehash of a rehash, bringing nothing new to the franchise, with the exception of a few new maps that feel like you are in a closet. The irony of the rush of positive reviews is that they are calling the negative reviewers fanboys. So what does it make you? You got it, a bigger fanboy.

    MW3 sucks bad, its    Its sad when a developer has to beg for positive reviews through twitter. MW3 is a rehash of a rehash, bringing nothing new to the franchise, with the exception of a few new maps that feel like you are in a closet. The irony of the rush of positive reviews is that they are calling the negative reviewers fanboys. So what does it make you? You got it, a bigger fanboy.

    MW3 sucks bad, its boring and not at all refreshing. Stale is stale.    … Expand
  27. JorgeNazaret
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    buen juego!
    nada que decir
    cumple su prometido, no prometen nada que no haga =)
    larga vida mw3
    quizas en una proxima generacion de consolas podamos pedir algo mas, para que pueda seguir manteniendo esos fluidos 60 fps que no los cambio por nada!
  28. whitewi666
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I used to be fan of COD since COD2. But I am sorry enough is enough! This game is just same ol same! I may as well play MW2 and have exact same experience! Save your money and don't buy this game or you will be sorry as I am.
  29. jonnyb2007
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    This game flat out sucks. What a disappointment. Literally no changes were made, they find a formula that makes money and just rolls with it. The creators of this game should feel ashamed hyping this to be some amazing shooter and once we get it same old same. Just everything about this game will eventually make you angry and what is the point of playing a game when you are annoyed. GunsThis game flat out sucks. What a disappointment. Literally no changes were made, they find a formula that makes money and just rolls with it. The creators of this game should feel ashamed hyping this to be some amazing shooter and once we get it same old same. Just everything about this game will eventually make you angry and what is the point of playing a game when you are annoyed. Guns are overpowered, campers, the maps have no continuity, one new game mode in 4 years? That just makes me so angry to have wasted 60 dollars. I will never purchase another activation game, once they make money its all the same.. tony hawk, guitar hero, call of duty. Thanks but no thanks.… Expand
  30. Keetron
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    Oh look, a 60 dollar map pack!
    Seriously though, it is more of the same, no real innovation it is the same game that Modern Warfare 2 was, which was the exact same as the original Modern Warfare.
  31. grizchicago1
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Well to say the least, this IS the best cod ever made. I'm serious. If you're a butthurt BF Fanboy please leave now (No I wont be bashing BF3). MW2 was good... untill people found out that they could have unlimited noobtubes. Black Ops was garbo from the start, people where sitting in corners everywhere with ghost and second chance. In the very beginning of black ops when a person wouldWell to say the least, this IS the best cod ever made. I'm serious. If you're a butthurt BF Fanboy please leave now (No I wont be bashing BF3). MW2 was good... untill people found out that they could have unlimited noobtubes. Black Ops was garbo from the start, people where sitting in corners everywhere with ghost and second chance. In the very beginning of black ops when a person would fall into second chance there would be a frame or two where the player would be invincible. I'm serious see for yourself! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zltypAJfcu0 . Thankfully Treyarch later fixed this but then came along the infamous "Blop Shot" where a person would fall into second chance w/ their primary. Despite Treyarch's multiple attempts in fixing this, none of them worked http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyifsnEsnuY . This plus EVERYBODY sitting in the corner threw me over the edge. Just when I thought all hope was lost, a ray of hope appeared, MW3! Now some people like to be cute and call it "Modern Warfare 2.5 or A patch for MW2." I will be the first to tell you that this is quite the opposite of "Modern Warfare 2.5" Alot of BF fanboys like to use their excuse that they have a beastly state-of-the-art brand new Frostbite 2 engine and we are still running on the same engine as mw2. IW 4.0 (the engine of MW2) was very new at it's time. The IW 5.0 (MW3's engine) may only be a tweaked version of IW 4.0 but there is a noticable difference. The gun sounds have changed and sound sooo much better. The graphics are noticeably better. The weapons are balanced, and unlike previous call of duty's I can get into a gun fight and have a fair chance of winning it. Overall the multiplayer is great!… Expand
  32. Bolo
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    This game suffers from 'we must get something out in 2011... regardless'; The campaign feels very much like a re-hash just to get something out after the melt down in IW. If there is ever going to be an MW4 then IW needs to put much greater effort into the whole story line with more creative ways of completing it. I'm a big fan of CoD multiplayer, however the big fail here is the maps....This game suffers from 'we must get something out in 2011... regardless'; The campaign feels very much like a re-hash just to get something out after the melt down in IW. If there is ever going to be an MW4 then IW needs to put much greater effort into the whole story line with more creative ways of completing it. I'm a big fan of CoD multiplayer, however the big fail here is the maps.... they are just crap, not a patch on the maps in the previous MW releases or black Ops for that matter. Also I am surprised and disappointed that they have not added some of the cool features in Black Ops, like being able to upgrade your weapons with COD point, custom emblems on your weapons.... and the training option... I am strongly considering not buying any future content, as I don't want crap maps. If anyone from IW/SH read this then consider a map design competition, I think this was done for MW on the PC.... And If you want to re-engage the users - release a best of map pack for free....… Expand
  33. yarr
    Nov 14, 2011
    5
    I didn't buy this game, and I'm sure I on't buy it. I played at a friends house for extended playtime and found that while the gameplay and mechanics were fluid, it felt recycled. I found the most redeeming portions of the game to be in Single Player and "Survival" modes. These for me offered the most that I got out of this package. The multiplayer felt fluid, but all too familiar. ForI didn't buy this game, and I'm sure I on't buy it. I played at a friends house for extended playtime and found that while the gameplay and mechanics were fluid, it felt recycled. I found the most redeeming portions of the game to be in Single Player and "Survival" modes. These for me offered the most that I got out of this package. The multiplayer felt fluid, but all too familiar. For these reasons I just don't see myself purchasing it.… Expand
  34. kevinski
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    It's worth noting that this game has a single-player campaign, which many of the reviews bombing it don't seem to take into consideration. If you're interested in only the multi-player modes, then yeah, you'll probably be a bit disappointed. Still, MW3 may not reinvent the wheel, but it's far from a bad game.
  35. metalgear85
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Awesome game! It is shame that battlefield kids have trolled the cod true user average score completely, but everyone really knows that this is truly a master piece. I have played all cod games and this wont let you down either. Don`t fix it what is not broken. Why call of duty should be different than it is? I have seen many game series ruined completely because they have changed them tooAwesome game! It is shame that battlefield kids have trolled the cod true user average score completely, but everyone really knows that this is truly a master piece. I have played all cod games and this wont let you down either. Don`t fix it what is not broken. Why call of duty should be different than it is? I have seen many game series ruined completely because they have changed them too much. If you want great action then cod is for you.… Expand
  36. InkFreak
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I created a metacritic account just to review this terrible game,This game is bad in every way possible.
    Why Hack this game? mw3 already have hacks inside it, with those streaks and useless crap. No improvement whatsoever from the previous games,the new maps are boring.
    have a nice day.
  37. satire
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    If you've played the original modern warfare out modern warfare 2 you've played modern warfare 3. Nothing new here same cheaters in multiplayer that can be found in the first games are in this game, no new game play is ask the same. Go rent our wait a couple of months and buy used from Gamestop for half the price if you must but don't waste $70 on this piece of crap.
  38. JasonSuperior
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    It really does feel like a tweaked version of MW2.. Also feels like a map pack.. except for the fact that I'm pretty sure that they made all the maps by throwing darts at pictures of broken cars and buildings.. then they just said "yea that looks great".. the maps honestly are absolutely atrocious.. each one could have been named "junk city" or "hilly junk area" or maybe even "junkyardIt really does feel like a tweaked version of MW2.. Also feels like a map pack.. except for the fact that I'm pretty sure that they made all the maps by throwing darts at pictures of broken cars and buildings.. then they just said "yea that looks great".. the maps honestly are absolutely atrocious.. each one could have been named "junk city" or "hilly junk area" or maybe even "junkyard with extra junk"... Well congratulations.. you made your money.. just.. please.. for the love of god.. just be honest and don't throw so much hype in there like you are doing something so new and innovative when all it is is a copy paste of your last game...… Expand
  39. mprego
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Great game, tons of fun. It was exactly what I was expecting from the series. No surprises just countless hours of fun. I hope they get Elite up and running soon.
  40. Mattz
    Nov 14, 2011
    8
    Yes of course, the story looks the same as the previous modern warfare games Activision gave us...oh wait, yeah it's a sequel. Graphics are ok, sure they can make it a lot bette with the technology they have, but the game sill looks good. Multiplayer is the same but with some new small additions that makes it a little but more fun to play and with a new game mode like kill confirmed thatYes of course, the story looks the same as the previous modern warfare games Activision gave us...oh wait, yeah it's a sequel. Graphics are ok, sure they can make it a lot bette with the technology they have, but the game sill looks good. Multiplayer is the same but with some new small additions that makes it a little but more fun to play and with a new game mode like kill confirmed that eliminates (almost entirely) campers, it feels good. Survival mode is awesome and the specops are cool too. Played both BF3 and CoD MW3 and I had funwith both of them. And btw, I played BFBC2 and BF3 multiplayer looks the same to me in gameplay, only different weapons, different maps.… Expand
  41. HellaGhost
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Funny how Glen tweets for mercy to get more positive reviews after charging $60 for a map-pack and another $50 for Elite. I guess MW employees are not affected by the recession and not really care about their fans who are normal people who work normal jobs or who have parents who have normal jobs who live in a time of recession. After playing MW3 I can honestly say "If you have playedFunny how Glen tweets for mercy to get more positive reviews after charging $60 for a map-pack and another $50 for Elite. I guess MW employees are not affected by the recession and not really care about their fans who are normal people who work normal jobs or who have parents who have normal jobs who live in a time of recession. After playing MW3 I can honestly say "If you have played one MW game, you have played all MW games which is pretty sad", considering Activision wants gamers to pay $50 for the same stuff you already bought from them before. Been playing since MW2 so you can't say I have not been a fan. I honestly loved the series the first time I laid eyes on it but now you just milking your fans. Maybe you thought its ok to charge gamers $50 for every thing that you come out with, but sorry to burst your bubble but you got competition with BF3. Which has better graphics, realism, physics, more vehicles, better sound, better strategy and best of all it all cost paying $50 once for the game and for elite service. Now that's what I call a great deal. You could have improved your sound or your aging graphics to compete with next gen games and still keep your so called fast pace game and reward oriented formula but no you were too lazy to do that too. I honestly hope you make a COD game that is worth shelling $50.… Expand
  42. JasonOmega
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I'll make this short and sweet. If you loved Modern Warfare 2, you'll love this map pack, you really will. It's nothing more than that, and frankly, the maps themselves are almost entirely awful. The two new modes are fine, with Team Defender being the better of the two. Does this game deserve a "0"? Probably not, but the fact is that it doesn't innovate in any way. Kill ConfirmedI'll make this short and sweet. If you loved Modern Warfare 2, you'll love this map pack, you really will. It's nothing more than that, and frankly, the maps themselves are almost entirely awful. The two new modes are fine, with Team Defender being the better of the two. Does this game deserve a "0"? Probably not, but the fact is that it doesn't innovate in any way. Kill Confirmed feels like a ripoff of Crysis, and Team Defender feels like a variation of King of the Hill. Graphically, this game is no big deal at all. I honestly hope that people come to terms with the fact that reviews from the major gaming sites are bought and paid for, because this game could ONLY be considered a 8.9 if it hadn't already been made two years ago, when it was called Modern Warfare 2. Anyone who considers this as even a contender for Game of the Year is delusional. This is nothing more than an example of a video game publisher who is out to make money off of a successful franchise. There's nothing wrong with that, unless you promise your fans something new, and in this case, there's nothing to see here.… Expand
  43. btdansby
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    Copy and Paste is not a good way to develop a game!

    This game felt like the left over hack-designers at Infinity Ward/Activison raided the pixel pantry left behind by Jason West, Vince Zampella, and the most talented designers who followed these visionary leaders out the door. We want gameplay NOT cinematics! This current installment is so obviously developed by designers who have no    Copy and Paste is not a good way to develop a game!

    This game felt like the left over hack-designers at Infinity Ward/Activison raided the pixel pantry left behind by Jason West, Vince Zampella, and the most talented designers who followed these visionary leaders out the door. We want gameplay NOT cinematics!

    This current installment is so obviously developed by designers who have no capacity to understand what makes the COD games so fun - diverse gameplay, excellent physics, climbable/strategic architecture, and multiplayer experience. It feels as though you are playing in an old -style FPS like Marathon or DOOM where you glide around in an environment that is so rudimentary and crude that you quickly bore of the repetitive gameplay.

    I warn anyone thinking of buying this game to heed the overwhelmingly bad user reviews of this game and stick to Treyarch titles in the COD franchise or, like me, just pick up a copy of BF3 and never look back. Especially now that there are team and squad death-match game modes! Infinitely more entertaining!    … Expand
  44. Fadakar
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    If you've played MW1 or 2, you've played this. Except you'll have no idea what you're running into on the online battlefield. More children than you could ever imagine, more people afraid to die that they'd rather sit in dark corners on the ground and patiently wait for your dumb ass to run in and get shot. I don't know who did the bulk of MP, Sledgehammer or that god awful new IW, I don'tIf you've played MW1 or 2, you've played this. Except you'll have no idea what you're running into on the online battlefield. More children than you could ever imagine, more people afraid to die that they'd rather sit in dark corners on the ground and patiently wait for your dumb ass to run in and get shot. I don't know who did the bulk of MP, Sledgehammer or that god awful new IW, I don't care, what matters is their term of balancing means make everything so powerful that it really doesn't matter what you use. Find your favorite gun and use it because frankly, it doesn't take more than 2 or 3 shots with any weapon. Kill streaks are boring, the menus are the same, the weapons are the same, I swear the maps feel like remixed versions of MW1+2 maps. No creativity, just another hungry cash grab. I trusted Activision with my money and got ripped off, they got my end, so the least I can do now is warn people away from making the same mistake to make them think that pulling this stuff on their loyal customers is okay.

    DON'T BUY IT, PLEASE GET SKYRIM.    … Expand
  45. pnkntndr
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    I started playing CoD with the original for the Xbox. I didn't get back into it until Black Ops due to a bunch of my friends poking at me until I bought it. I absolutely loved it. I went back and played MW1 and 2 as well as WaW as soon as I could get my hands on it. I had MW3 preordered as soon as it was announced. I haven't been this disappointed in a very long time. It feels like nothingI started playing CoD with the original for the Xbox. I didn't get back into it until Black Ops due to a bunch of my friends poking at me until I bought it. I absolutely loved it. I went back and played MW1 and 2 as well as WaW as soon as I could get my hands on it. I had MW3 preordered as soon as it was announced. I haven't been this disappointed in a very long time. It feels like nothing more then an overpriced DLC pack. While Spec Ops is very fun the multiplayer, where most players will spend the next year, seems to be rushed. It's grainy and glitchy. There are times where it feels like one bullet with kill you even when you aren't playing hardcore. Then when you watch the killcam you see that you were shot 5 times and it didn't register until that last bullet. The music is as douchey as the over-hyper developer that you could see the entire camera crew through his reflective sunglasses.( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TtRa4z0dt8k ). The multiplayer experience just seems like it was ignored for other portions of the game due to the fact that they knew that players were going to play it no matter what it was like. Not a single MP map is unique in any way shape or form. The section of the CoD games that everyone loves is nothing more then a turd that wasn't even polished. I really didn't expect to put my controller down so fast. Thank God Zelda is around the corner with a 10/10 from IGN.… Expand
  46. qwilly74
    Nov 14, 2011
    9
    the game is bout havin fun and if you dont like it, then dont play it, i think people have forgot wot they like about the game in the 1st place, its just more of the same,
  47. urbanledge
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Whats happened to this series?pure dirt.
    I been a fan of the series since day one and this one tries to hard to force "EPIC" on you in every level!!!!
  48. skypace
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    This is the same old COD! There is nothing new, other then few modification and a rubbish story. Why they don't sale these as DLCs (oh! wait it's money I forget). I loved COD 4. It had something new, something refreshing and now MW2, MW3 is nothing but just a Copy and Paste. If this is the future of FPS then this is very sad..
  49. kenosando
    Nov 14, 2011
    4
    I have never been a fan of the CoD series. I think they take the great idea of custom classes, intriguing perks, and weapon upgrades, and slam it into an arcade-style shooting game. I played around 6 hours of this game, at times, enjoying it. The more I played, the less I enjoyed it. Half of the time, I feel like the game lags. Watching the kill cams, I notice the player sees me muchI have never been a fan of the CoD series. I think they take the great idea of custom classes, intriguing perks, and weapon upgrades, and slam it into an arcade-style shooting game. I played around 6 hours of this game, at times, enjoying it. The more I played, the less I enjoyed it. Half of the time, I feel like the game lags. Watching the kill cams, I notice the player sees me much sooner than I see him, although that wasn't the case on my screen. Maybe that is just me, but not why I dislike the game. The players make this game awful. There are people who play this game NONSTOP, so for almost a week, players have been able to level up, get great perks, and totally ruin the experience for novices like myself. The unrealistic aspects of this game really bother me. The constant summoning of UAVs, helicopter strikes, and missile attacks just do me in. This is simply not a shooter that is my style, and the people who consume the multi-player servers make this game even more non-enjoyable. Didn't take the opportunity to play the campaign, so I am not going to comment on that. I did like the missions part of the game, where you are given an objective to complete within a time limit, either alone or with a friend. That was both challenging and fun, and survival is pretty neat, but there is only so much of that you can play. If you were expecting a ground-breaking multi-player experience with MW3, don't get too excited. It is just ok.… Expand
  50. calmlestat666
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    rehash, no skill, nothing new, same old engine, absolutely ridicoulous, cash cow, activision, infinity ward, treyarch, sledgehammer, all of these devs should be ashamed. With the amount of money they are raking in you would think they would create a new engine by now. This franchise is garbage in my book. Will not touch and have not touched the COD franchise since world at war. Goodbyerehash, no skill, nothing new, same old engine, absolutely ridicoulous, cash cow, activision, infinity ward, treyarch, sledgehammer, all of these devs should be ashamed. With the amount of money they are raking in you would think they would create a new engine by now. This franchise is garbage in my book. Will not touch and have not touched the COD franchise since world at war. Goodbye COD, and GOOD RIDDANCE.… Expand
  51. Erionte
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    Son muy pocos cambios, la historia es muy predecible y muy corta la verdad mataron esta serie cuando salio el talento de infiniti war , el multi-jugador los cambios se me hicieron pobres los mapas están muy pequeños las armas están desbalanciadas , las special ops creo que es lo unico que vale la pena y todavia quieren que paguemos por elSon muy pocos cambios, la historia es muy predecible y muy corta la verdad mataron esta serie cuando salio el talento de infiniti war , el multi-jugador los cambios se me hicieron pobres los mapas están muy pequeños las armas están desbalanciadas , las special ops creo que es lo unico que vale la pena y todavia quieren que paguemos por el elite olvidalo prefiero un juego de mas calidad… Expand
  52. teeyounee
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    This game is horrible and is a disgrace to COD 4. I have been a modernwarfare fan since that iteration and I keep getting let down with this shovel ware
  53. markface
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Having even more fun that all of the other COD's, gameplay improvements are huge. Levelling of everything. Just a great all round casual FPS. Its a different game to BF3. Not sure why we can't love both? I do.
  54. The_Abyss
    Nov 14, 2011
    3
    I'd like to take the high road here and not try to troll. Yes i play BF3,yes i have played MW3. I just find that MW3 is not a complete sequel. It barely pushes the innovation. I think that the developers are to scared to change anything, because of the fact that so many people have come to love the COD franchise. I find this game really boring, that's just me. that's why i have to giveI'd like to take the high road here and not try to troll. Yes i play BF3,yes i have played MW3. I just find that MW3 is not a complete sequel. It barely pushes the innovation. I think that the developers are to scared to change anything, because of the fact that so many people have come to love the COD franchise. I find this game really boring, that's just me. that's why i have to give this game a 3. It does little to change the formula and it's just not fun. FOR ME. And to me, a game needs to be fun and this game is just plain boring. I'm sorry IW, you have fallen. I remember when you used to have such pride in your games, and it reflected. Now, i just don't know.… Expand
  55. thenothing
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Gay.

    And I really am Gay - so if I think this game is Gay, it must be really, REALLY Gay. Closest thing it reminds me of is Medal of Honor: Rising Sun on PS2 - you feel like you're being trundled around on a theme park ride, going 'ooh, pretty' (with occasional shooting - which is, hopefully, less like a theme park ride). The shooting mechanics are still solid (not enough variety in    Gay.

    And I really am Gay - so if I think this game is Gay, it must be really, REALLY Gay.

    Closest thing it reminds me of is Medal of Honor: Rising Sun on PS2 - you feel like you're being trundled around on a theme park ride, going 'ooh, pretty' (with occasional shooting - which is, hopefully, less like a theme park ride).

    The shooting mechanics are still solid (not enough variety in weapons though), but on a technical level, this one's a full-on 'Monet' - from far away it's okay, but up close it's a big ol' mess. Those were some very flat, cardboard-y skyscrapers in New York.

    I'm old enough to remember when multiplayer was the yummy side dish which complemented the meaty single player main course. I neither want to be called a 'noob' or be 'pwned'.

    Still, congrats on a well-executed media event (drips with sarcasm)... but can my £40 buy me an actual game next time?    … Expand
  56. GustavoPassos
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Jogo muito bom, só esta com essa nota por causa de fansboyolas de BF3, apesar de ser um jogo muito parecido com seu antecessor, MW3, é PERFEITO, continua com um multiplayer frenético, e campanha fodastica, espero que essa nota aumente
  57. dci260
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3.... Oh dear god, where do I begin. I could probably just sum up this whole game in one sentence. If you played MW2, you played MW3... hell if you have played any CoD, you have played this game; its the same game every year with a few new maps and guns.
  58. dcfx1984
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    The American economy is in crisis, the moral fiber of our society is crumbling and THIS GAME is the way hundreds of thousands of people choose to spend their free time. If the world ends in 2012, we will have asked for it.
  59. fetchlives
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    I was really looking forward to MW3, especially after being massively disappointed with how corny battlefield 3 was. In the beginning things looked promising, but as you play the multiplayer you realize a few things. On the positive side:

    1. I do like how they have dealt with killstreaks this time. you can do support or assault. either way you'll probably be able to call in some sort of    I was really looking forward to MW3, especially after being massively disappointed with how corny battlefield 3 was. In the beginning things looked promising, but as you play the multiplayer you realize a few things. On the positive side:

    1. I do like how they have dealt with killstreaks this time. you can do support or assault. either way you'll probably be able to call in some sort of reward and it keeps that part of the game fun. And the killstreak rewards are the most fun yet. they are hilarious - the robot from short-circuit buzzin around shooting guys is so funny.

    2. Some new guns are fun. And I like the new perk system.



    On the negative side

    1. The spawn points are ridiculous. Either you spawn behind someone and shoot them in the back, they spawn behind you and shoot you on the back, maybe you'll spawn off in the middle of nowhere, if you're lucky you are put with your team in a location where you can choose how to get back into the fight but that's rare. I just finished a match where I spawned behind a guy, shot him in the back, a guy spawned behind me and shot me in the back and he spawned in front of one of my team and was immediately shot in the back. ALL on ONE killcam. So lame.

    2. these maps are garbage. just chaotic garbage. no flow, rarely any strategic positions, no battleground. **** just hits the fan everywhere. and they are all SO small. 3. There is no flow. Because of the spawn locations and the cluttered map design the matches are too chaotic. There is rarely an actual battle ground you expect to be fighting over it's just totally random. 3. I understand the desire to cool it on the camping, but with scavenger you can't even re-up on flash grenades. 4. seriously what is with this quick scoping business? I understand it takes practice to get it down but like guys are cruising through hallways with their sniper rifles as shotguns. that's so stupid. It's a glitch which is being exploited. sure it's hard to do it's just goofy.

    5. speaking of shotguns they are primary weapons again. the secondary weapons are so lame. like you got an assault rifle good for 30 yards + up and then some wack machine pistol good if you can sneak up on ONE guy to empty the whole clip and then get smoked by their team while you reload. I basically have to use my primary weapon as some catch-all supergun.

    6. it's SO dark.

    7. aimbots? come on. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fj3B3NQNyPY

    8. I'm going back and playing mw2    … Expand
  60. Thylkerisis
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Le jeu des boeuf et des wesh wesh, aucunes évolutions, pan pan boum boum, vive l'amérique.
    Un substitut pénien, certainement très efficaces pour l'armée de moutons qui l'achètera.
  61. thor0298
    Nov 14, 2011
    6
    Modern warfare 1 & 2 were some of my favorite CoD games. This one is ok. It feels very uninspired. Black ops was way better than this one. This game is a complete cash in. No updated engine or anything. uninspired maps and levels
  62. SimonEverard
    Nov 14, 2011
    6
    On the 7th November I did what many people did and queued up for my copy of Modern Warfare 3 with great expectations. A lot of excitement was in the air and once I received the game I couldn't wait to stick in my xbox and give it a go. The first thing I tried when I started the game was multiplayer. In the multiplayer physics had been improved slightly and things looked a lot moreOn the 7th November I did what many people did and queued up for my copy of Modern Warfare 3 with great expectations. A lot of excitement was in the air and once I received the game I couldn't wait to stick in my xbox and give it a go. The first thing I tried when I started the game was multiplayer. In the multiplayer physics had been improved slightly and things looked a lot more polished. Maps have also been made larger than previous titles which is a welcome change. However, after playing the multiplayer for quite a while now I find myself frustrated and disappointed by the maps. They seem to have made an effort to stop campers and snipers more on this game but with that they have made the matches very frustrating. even when you think you are in a relatively safe area, there are actually 3 or 4 angles where you can be shot from. In addition there are not really any maps that I can call my favorite on this Call of Duty. On Black Ops I had a few (Firing Range, Jungle and Summit) but these maps provide nothing special.

    On the other hand, there are some great weapons in the multiplayer and the new perks and weapons upgrades make it very easy to tailor the multiplayer to your style. The campaign has also disappointed me this time. The storyline is very predictable and the last mission just turns into button mashing for to end the story. I could rant forever about my disappointment about this game but I will summarize. There was a lot that could have been done with the game and in the end it has let me down. Despite this I cannot stop playing. Maybe its down to the £90 I spent on it...    … Expand
  63. redialdj
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Well i Loved everything up to mw2. Bf3 now pwns All.

    Except skyrim. Which is amazing.

    In summary mw3 is horrible. Just a cashcow now. Uninstalled and returned
  64. AlphaRebel
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    Played ANY cod game before? then you will have seen everything on offer.
    Fan of MW1? rinse, repeat and save yourself a few quid.

    Doesn't even have the benefit of mouse and keyboard LOL.
  65. Choshy
    Nov 14, 2011
    8
    Iv played all of the CoD games that have been released so far, I agree with the statement that this game is pretty much MW2.5. But at the same time its enjoyable to play and its still fun to pop peoples heads off! So whats the problem!. The new maps feel better, the graphics are definitely improved from MW/MW2. CoD Elite brings something slightly different, and as it seems you will get theIv played all of the CoD games that have been released so far, I agree with the statement that this game is pretty much MW2.5. But at the same time its enjoyable to play and its still fun to pop peoples heads off! So whats the problem!. The new maps feel better, the graphics are definitely improved from MW/MW2. CoD Elite brings something slightly different, and as it seems you will get the extra content cheaper. Thats a bonus compared to the other games. To pick up on something else i read on the T'interweb, Fifa is pretty much the same game but people love to play it year in year out, We loved MW/MW2, so why shouldnt they gave us more of the same kind of stuff?… Expand
  66. MMillar
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    The game is horrible ... it was promised it be the game of the year ... Following MW2 not Becoming the Worst COD game i've played ... i don't like BF i loved Cod but Activision really screwed up ...I feel the Game Devs didn't really push to try and be ahead of the curve with innovation They just wanted more money outta a game they rolled up out of other games BF/Black:ops/homefront intoThe game is horrible ... it was promised it be the game of the year ... Following MW2 not Becoming the Worst COD game i've played ... i don't like BF i loved Cod but Activision really screwed up ...I feel the Game Devs didn't really push to try and be ahead of the curve with innovation They just wanted more money outta a game they rolled up out of other games BF/Black:ops/homefront into one game than really trying to change the game with improvements like Gears did ... i never really played Gears like i do now with Gears 3 ... it falls short since it doesn't have Multi-weapons and killstreaks ...but i still have fun playing it ...which a game is about ... i can't get enough!!!!! i LOVED MW2 ... i only stopped playing due to the high priced Crappy DLC and modding but i had high hopes for MW3 ... i'm upset i waited for this and wasted money and will never be able to say ... like i do with some games ... IT WAS WORTH IT. -__-… Expand
  67. fpsplayer
    Nov 14, 2011
    1
    Now almost everybody know:
    - too short and ridiculous single campaign
    - multiplayer very similar to previous CoDs
    - it should be rather DLC to MW2 instead MW3 title. For me it's waste of money and my LAST call of duty.
  68. Meteor
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    an ok game, but just a re-hash of Mw2, dont see how they justfy the $60 outlay. this is rubbish. Bf3 has it faults many of them but this is maddness. yet stupid people will continue to purchase this crap over and over.
  69. Sorakingdom4
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    I honestly don't know what all the BF3 fan boys are trying to prove by trolling MW3 on Metacritic. I don't usually write reviews about video games, but after seeing the moronic comments, I felt I had to join the cause.

    As for MW3, I love the game. I only started playing CoD properly this year (I've played 4 and WaW before), the first one being Black Ops, which I still love playing even    I honestly don't know what all the BF3 fan boys are trying to prove by trolling MW3 on Metacritic. I don't usually write reviews about video games, but after seeing the moronic comments, I felt I had to join the cause.

    As for MW3, I love the game. I only started playing CoD properly this year (I've played 4 and WaW before), the first one being Black Ops, which I still love playing even now, then I worked my way back and then purchased MW2, which for the first few weeks, I found incredibly difficult to play, mainly because of the game engine being so different to Black Ops.

    Then I bought MW3 at the midnight launch after waiting for 3 hours and I can honestly tell you, that I haven't felt cheated with my purchase....not one bit, even up till now. The game feels a lot like MW2, but unlike most of the morons on Metacritic complaining about how it's not "ground breaking" or anything, what WERE YOU EXPECTING?! You know what I was expecting? Some shooter-tastic fun, and that's exactly what MW3 has given me. How can so many of you guys sit there and say "it's an expansion pack" or "It feels too similar to MW2" when it's obviously quite different from its predecessor. Sure you still Aim down your Sight, and sprint and jump, but why fix what isn't broken? I don't see complaints like this every time a new Pokémon game is released, and that's been sticking to it's samey gameplay for 15 years!

    10 for graphics, they're obviously enhanced over MW2. 10 for sound design, It's done well considering it doesn't have to be put on 2 disks like BF3 had to be (yes, I'm not a PC gamer, so I get pretty much everything for my Xbox...and what?!) it's held up really well. 10 for overall Gameplay because MW3's campaign kept me hooked and entertained me throughout the whole thing, and loved pretty much every bit and I wanted to see how it all concluded. Now BF3...I'm still playing through it and I'm just going "Meh, back to MW3" I also feel like I'm playing the Black Ops campaign again. As for Multiplayer, MW3 is clearly more chaotic, with all the Killstreaks and all the variety of gameplay modes. Also, BF3 essentially only has 3 game modes! TDM, Rush and Conquest, and a lot of you trolls are complaining about things not being mixed up enough in MW3? MW3 10/10, trolls stop hating and go back to your cave, the game is absolutely worth buying.    … Expand
  70. TheJaijo
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Right, firstly I've not got on board with BF3 yet, I've always been a COD fan, so stick with what I know best, and enjoy (saying that, I am going to get BF3 as well). I can see there's probably a lot of people on here who are BF3 fans and obviously feel the need to slate another game. There isn't anything wrong with MW3, certainly doesn't justify the ZERO rating many people have givenRight, firstly I've not got on board with BF3 yet, I've always been a COD fan, so stick with what I know best, and enjoy (saying that, I am going to get BF3 as well). I can see there's probably a lot of people on here who are BF3 fans and obviously feel the need to slate another game. There isn't anything wrong with MW3, certainly doesn't justify the ZERO rating many people have given it. I played the single player last night (having already played multiplayer a few nights before), and I was blown away by the way the game drew me in, it just feels like classic COD... yes, not much in innovation, but if it ain't broke don't fix it. The hardcore fans of the series love it for all it's core gameplay and style... so this game, may feel like an expensive add on, but it's still bloody good! I really enjoyed what I've seen of single player, and also enjoyed the multiplayer side of things... seriously, if you love the MW, then just get it, judge for yourself, it's everything you loved about previous editions. And yes, I'm going to try out BF too... but not then going to go on the BF review wall and leave a nice big zero if I don't like it. Peace.… Expand
  71. MrM4A1
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I've been playing this game - Campaign, Spec Ops and MP - since it released, and after thinking long and hard on it, all I can say is . . . meh. I just can't escape the feeling that this is really more of a DLC pack than it is a three-quel. In terms of the Campaign, the best way to put it would be that the long and the short of it is that it is too short. I finished it the same day II've been playing this game - Campaign, Spec Ops and MP - since it released, and after thinking long and hard on it, all I can say is . . . meh. I just can't escape the feeling that this is really more of a DLC pack than it is a three-quel. In terms of the Campaign, the best way to put it would be that the long and the short of it is that it is too short. I finished it the same day I bought the game. While I realize that the trend - ill-advised, in my opinion - is to sacrifice single-player for the multi-player component, a single-player campaign that short is an insult. Especially when the playability value of the multi-player part of the game will be severly undercut by those individuals who find ways to cheat (and just to note, it took less than six hours for people to start hacking the MP). As far as the multi-player goes, it would seem that the devs chose to keep all the worst aspects of the past iterations (Modern Warfare and Modern Warfare 2) while doing nothing to improve the experience. Spawn kills? Check. Modders? Check. Knives with thirty-foot blades that can stab you from across the room? Check. Ridiculously underpowered weapons? You get the idea. Look, I have some familiarity with many of the weapons in the game, and I understand that an endless succession of one- or two-shot kills is less than enjoyable . . . but on the other hand, it also doesn't take almost an entire magazine from an M4 to kill someone. Nor do trained soldiers, especially soldiers who are supposed to be elite, let the muzzles of their weapons wander around like drunken sailors on shore leave when they're aiming or firing. Also, despite all the handy tips, the game does nothing to encourage teamwork, even in an MP mode like "Kill Confirmed" where the whole point is that the road to success lies in teamwork. Finally, and again despite the helpful tips, the game continues to lack any kind of cover or concealment mechanic. Just a tip to the devs, concealment is where the enemy can't see you, but can still shoot you (in older days that was called "reconnaissance by fire") and cover is where the enemy can neither see you nor shoot you - and there are actually very few weapons capable of putting rounds through masonry or reinforced concrete walls, and pistols most certainly can't. At best, Modern Warfare 3 is an okay shooter, especially if you think real warfare consists of running around like a maniac. The sad thing is, it could have been a great shooter if the devs had concentrated on making a good game rather than on regurgitating the mistakes of the last two MW installments.… Expand
  72. illage2
    Nov 14, 2011
    6
    I am not going to be one of these idiots who rates the game zero. I intend to applaud this game for it's good stuff.

    The campaign was by and large pretty decent, and it made for a nice wrap up of the series, but the advertisements said "WW3", the combat is not to that scale, we're talking small scale skirmishes. I do like the new weapons. The multiplayer has shown some improvement, but    I am not going to be one of these idiots who rates the game zero. I intend to applaud this game for it's good stuff.

    The campaign was by and large pretty decent, and it made for a nice wrap up of the series, but the advertisements said "WW3", the combat is not to that scale, we're talking small scale skirmishes. I do like the new weapons.

    The multiplayer has shown some improvement, but while actually playing the game you can't help but feel like you've played this game last year. The Spec Ops Survival mode is fantastic! Unlike Zombies, MW3's survival mode doesn't see you getting completely swarmed in 5 minutes. I managed to get to Wave 25 on my own, which with Zombies was impossible to even get past round 5 on my own.

    Also before the game's release they were boasting about how balanced the game is, when now we have rank 1's facing off against rank 80's on the first day.

    They said they were going to ban cheaters .... no bans have took place as people are still using Lag switches, and glitches.

    CoD Elite premium has not added any extra content to the game so far, and after the 9 month DLC season, I can't see anyone getting Elite premium any more, as there wouldn't be any point in getting it.

    There are no "big" maps.

    Overall they tried, but we got another Copy-paste-edit of last years game. Granted MW3 is better than Black ops is every way.    … Expand
  73. Afrop
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    the media hype suggests that this is the most anticipated game of the year, and for me it was just that. now that I have played it, its also the most disappointing. Single player is over in very little time and muliplayer is more frustratingly broken than ever. quick scoping sniper rifles and assault rifles are king, any other weapon is pointless, the lag is shockingly bad and the maps arethe media hype suggests that this is the most anticipated game of the year, and for me it was just that. now that I have played it, its also the most disappointing. Single player is over in very little time and muliplayer is more frustratingly broken than ever. quick scoping sniper rifles and assault rifles are king, any other weapon is pointless, the lag is shockingly bad and the maps are small and cluttered, no doubt the publishers will churn out some rehashed maps from previous games and charge us a fortune for them.
    There is no balance to the game either, in order to win you need to use an assault rifle with a high rate of fire after that nothing else matters. I'd read that a dev from sledgehammer games has been begging for positive reviews, well he needs to as the game is simply not good. MW2 for me was awesome, but when playing MW3 you can tell that its not the same people behind the game.
    the cod series for me has now fallen into the annual sports game rehash category its nothing new or special and am surprised by the press reviews. For a game asking for premium cost, its far from premium value.    … Expand
  74. GamerCorps
    Nov 14, 2011
    2
    I have played all the COD games, I don't play BF3 because it does not appeal to me. The new Modern Warfare 3 just seems like a unfinished product. 90% of the buildings you cant go inside, you can't get on top of cars, the maps are too small, and their is crap laying everywhere that you have move around.

    I am very disappointed in this game. The spawning is the worst I have ever seen,    I have played all the COD games, I don't play BF3 because it does not appeal to me. The new Modern Warfare 3 just seems like a unfinished product. 90% of the buildings you cant go inside, you can't get on top of cars, the maps are too small, and their is crap laying everywhere that you have move around.

    I am very disappointed in this game. The spawning is the worst I have ever seen, the minute you get a kill someone who spawned behind you is shooting you in the back, the lag is horrible, I keep hearing something about lag compensation? whatever it is it made the game worse. Their are already 10th prestige lobbies!

    i am reading now how Sledge Hammer Games is begging people that like the game to go to Metacritic and give a good review because their ratings are so low, how pathetic is that? Their are loads of people on the Modern warfare 3 website asking for the developer to give them some feedback about all the issues and what their plans are to fix it, I have yet to see any response from the developer giving any re-assurance to their customers that it is being looked into.

    The reason why people are still playing the game is because it is new and they haven't given up on it yet, but if it doesn't get fixed it will be in that big metal box at Best Buy in front of the checkouts with a $9.99 price tag!

    The reason this game had record sale was because of the millions in crafty advertising, and the paid for critic reviews they get by giving out free game copies.

    I will hang on to my copy in hopes that Sledge Hammer an Activision step up to the plate and fix this, but if they don't, it will be the last product I buy from either of these developers.    … Expand
  75. J0nny
    Nov 14, 2011
    5
    Honestly guys, this game looks, feels, handles and plays nothing like MW2. I wish it did. This thing looks, feels handles and plays like a load f of s**t. Disappointed.
  76. Parius
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Stop being such a fricking hater and rate the game negative without even playing it. I would probably give it an 8 or a 9, but i give it a 10 just to counter all the haters. Seriously, if you don't like the game, just don't play them, don't waste your time hating on it.
  77. Bolts
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    I was cool with feeling ripped off with mw2.5, i thought i learnt my lesson, never again will they get my money after i shelled out $100aud for what is essentially dlc. then the developers come out online and beg for better rating on metacritic? no sir... this is what you get. people are upset with what you have done activision. learn from it don't beg fanboys to bouy your score
  78. VETJasper
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    This formula was old with MW2, and you guys are seriously trying to pass of another one. Maybe you could try something new, you know, like your competitors. Same graphics, same mechanics, same game.
  79. Krokan
    Nov 13, 2011
    1
    The same graphics, the same sounds,the same old gameplay, worst of all weapons have no character at all. I played MW1 after this game and believe me the first game feels better. Dont listen to the critics, they are obviously hungry for Activision's advertisement money. Stay away from this game unless you havent played MW1 and 2 before. I still cant believe the praise this junk is gettingThe same graphics, the same sounds,the same old gameplay, worst of all weapons have no character at all. I played MW1 after this game and believe me the first game feels better. Dont listen to the critics, they are obviously hungry for Activision's advertisement money. Stay away from this game unless you havent played MW1 and 2 before. I still cant believe the praise this junk is getting from critics.… Expand
  80. sickone111
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Modern Snorefare 3... Same damn game as all the others. If you truly are not sick of this formula by now by all means play the game but truly it's the same game reskinned. Terrible if you ask me.
  81. Emphrius
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    This is a step in the WRONG direction for fps games. It has had the same problem since 2007. Why can't people see that? Are 9 million people that stupid?... Nevermind stupid question.
  82. locomotive
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    ignore my previous post... accidently gave a 10.should have 0 instead

    here we have 3.1 user score. lets make it even lower with facebook and with other site as well. this is modern warfare 2.5 facebook account.. http://www.facebook.com/pages/Modern-Warfare-25/261512393895588 i like.....
  83. WrathOfKhan
    Nov 13, 2011
    2
    I loved Modern Warfare 2. I loved Black Ops and all the changes it brought. But, i HATE Modern Warfare 3. Its basically a map pack. Pros: large maps, great graphics, easier to kill people (i.e. doesn't take a full clip), new game modes like the tag game, nerfed snipers. Cons: too many sub menus. they aren't intuitive. Doesn't have dedicated server so I've been notice lag again.I loved Modern Warfare 2. I loved Black Ops and all the changes it brought. But, i HATE Modern Warfare 3. Its basically a map pack. Pros: large maps, great graphics, easier to kill people (i.e. doesn't take a full clip), new game modes like the tag game, nerfed snipers. Cons: too many sub menus. they aren't intuitive. Doesn't have dedicated server so I've been notice lag again. And if you're the host, you're at a disadvantage. the perk packages are confusing and aren't straight forward. I loved Black Ops and how you could create your own character in the manner you wanted. The purchase system rocked - as did the wager matches. The maps are too busy which makes it hard to pick up players. I hate the new system in non-hardcore that doesn't let you see what team someone is on unless they are close. That's what hardcore is for. They are allowing knifing across the room again. and finally, the environment isn't destructible. after playing BF3, that is one of the things I loved. it keeps the game changing and never stagnant. it also helps keep campers from staying in the same spot since you can blow the hell out of it.

    overall, MW3 was a big disappointment. I usually LOVE call of duty games but this felt like nothing more than a map pack with a step backwards from Black Ops because of the confusing menus, undoing the purchasing system, lack of combat training to get to know the maps, and overall feel of the game.

    after this, I'm moving to battlefield 3. it's a far superior game. Call of duty, you suck now. You could have come out with an amazing product and built on the success of black ops. but you struck out.

    things they can do to improve: get dedicated servers, get destructible environment, bring back the the purchase system    … Expand
  84. caseyb62
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    This is literally a cut and paste with new maps. It's overpriced dlc and that's about it. Save yourself the time and money and dust off your old copy of MW:2 or COD4. DO NOT SUPPORT this rushed, uninspired garbage!
  85. Saru786
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    This is a great game. The singleplayer was long and had a great story going for it. The spec ops and survival modes will keep me busy for a WHILE. And the multiplayer is as polished as ever and even brings a few new things to the table. Overall, amazing game. Pick it up and enjoy! :D
  86. Zombabee
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    Now, I am going to start by saying that I have played all the mw games to date, and no this is not 'the best'. And It is most certainly not as good as mw3 (IMO) but that doesn't mean it is bad. I like the new survival mode that they added to Spec ops, and I also like the support and specialist mode that they added to multiplayer. You get a lot of maps, I believe 16? ( but don't quote me onNow, I am going to start by saying that I have played all the mw games to date, and no this is not 'the best'. And It is most certainly not as good as mw3 (IMO) but that doesn't mean it is bad. I like the new survival mode that they added to Spec ops, and I also like the support and specialist mode that they added to multiplayer. You get a lot of maps, I believe 16? ( but don't quote me on that) Which is great. Though, I am not 100% happy with the maps, I find their could have been a lot of improvement. But over all, it is a good game, fun, action packed, fast paced, and a great game to play with friends online or split screen. People giving this game a 0 rating are not being honest, and are most likely bf3 fanboys, so I wouldn't take what they say to heart. The game isn't perfect, but it's worth the money. And this is my HONEST review.… Expand
  87. grednelxii
    Nov 13, 2011
    3
    I am not the greatest gamer, not do I claim to be any good at first person shooters. However I do enjoy a good multi-player game no matter how horrible I do. So this will be an opinion of an average gamer who has no particular loyalty to a particular series. The campaign is the standard 6-8 hours that all FPS games seem to suffer from. The story picks up right after MW2. And from there weI am not the greatest gamer, not do I claim to be any good at first person shooters. However I do enjoy a good multi-player game no matter how horrible I do. So this will be an opinion of an average gamer who has no particular loyalty to a particular series. The campaign is the standard 6-8 hours that all FPS games seem to suffer from. The story picks up right after MW2. And from there we as the player take control of different people and move from one goal to the next, and in the end we kill the bad guys and all is well in the world. Pretty standard stuff here. I usually start off on easy, but not this time, I had to bump it up to normal for a little more of a challenge. It is a sad state when a gamer as me who plays on easy has to turn it up a notch. At this point I am considering attempting it on veteran to see how hard it is supposed to be. Overall the campaign is a simple go here, protect that, capture him fanfare. Not that people purchase this series for single player experiences.
    The multi-player on the other hand is what everyone wants to play. When I picked up MW2 it was fairly straight forward and easy to pick up and play, And so is this, because it looks, plays, and feels just like it's predecessor. Yes, they did change some perks, and kill streaks. But overall it is the same as before. Along with the same game play you also get the stereo typical players that are with it. Nothing makes me want to play a game more than a prepubescent kid telling me to leave and stop playing the game because I did not do as well as they did. Given all online games have these types of player, but it seems that most flock to CoD. Overall it is a good game, just more of the same. Most players will enjoy the game both online and off, but I cannot say that I am impressed with it as much as I was with the 4th installment of the series. It is as if the developer decided to put forth as little effort as possible and do what they did before. This holiday season I will be trading this title in and seeking a different title to invest my time on.    … Expand
  88. clintius
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    All you game freaks that are giving bad reviews have way to high expectations. The game is extremely entertaining, just what you would expect from it. Survival mode is fun, especially when playing with friends. Game is fun and worth it.
  89. Larry_Williams
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    I generally don't post reviews, but Glenn Schofield's sad plea to boost user reviews here via Twitter is shocking. This game truly does deserve a zero. It isn't "suspiciously low" as Glenn suggests. This game is a $60 tweak of MW2. Schofield should be ashamed for attempting to manipulate the system. The game critic media should be ashamed for not having the guts to review this game forI generally don't post reviews, but Glenn Schofield's sad plea to boost user reviews here via Twitter is shocking. This game truly does deserve a zero. It isn't "suspiciously low" as Glenn suggests. This game is a $60 tweak of MW2. Schofield should be ashamed for attempting to manipulate the system. The game critic media should be ashamed for not having the guts to review this game for what it is. This game proves the game reviewing industry is corrupt. This game has already broken sales records, and this is a great success. But it's also monumentally sad. As I post this, 3.1 is the user score, and that is really too high. Really! I think I respect Duke Nukem Forever more. That's how astonishgly shameful this effort is.… Expand
  90. HankMardukcas
    Nov 13, 2011
    1
    So first I spend 60 bucks on a game then for this awesome new service and DLC I spend 50 more bucks, Hardcore Edition for 90 or 100 i think(but that sold out fast). Basically most people spent between 90 and 110 dollars and what did we get? WORST COD MP ever!!! I love Modern Warfare and with the few upgrades they did I thought it would be a good game. So whats wrong well I think I haveSo first I spend 60 bucks on a game then for this awesome new service and DLC I spend 50 more bucks, Hardcore Edition for 90 or 100 i think(but that sold out fast). Basically most people spent between 90 and 110 dollars and what did we get? WORST COD MP ever!!! I love Modern Warfare and with the few upgrades they did I thought it would be a good game. So whats wrong well I think I have spent an hour on Elite 50minutes of that waiting to get in only to get kicked out when I click a link. AWESOME I'm glad I can step up my game with that. But MP wise show the consoles some love with dedicated servers. I mean come on do I really need watch the kill cam to know that when I get 5 ticks and they hit me with 1 bullet (not a headshot) and i die? That I got screwed by connection. I get more lag in this game then Gears of War 2. I switch weapons get nothing I change tactics nothing I change perks kill streaks anything that I do is just a waste. Now you might think I'm just a bad gamer, well I'm not the best anymore because I have a career and a wife and a life but when I want to unwind I can't play MW3 thats just ticks me off ever more. I dont care about K/D I just want to relax and have some fun with friends but you made it impossible. THANKS FOR NOTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  91. davenbettridge
    Nov 13, 2011
    7
    The Call of Duty creators must be criticized for having the greatest opportunity in the industry with unlimited resources to only coming up with a half good product. CoD is value for money but is lacking in original creativity. The special Ops is well done, the story pretty much sucks (no excuses - it sucks and you have brain damage if you think it's a good story), and the multiplayer isThe Call of Duty creators must be criticized for having the greatest opportunity in the industry with unlimited resources to only coming up with a half good product. CoD is value for money but is lacking in original creativity. The special Ops is well done, the story pretty much sucks (no excuses - it sucks and you have brain damage if you think it's a good story), and the multiplayer is the same as ever with little innovation. I do recommend MW3 due its surface fun and value for money but it lacks to what should have been something much much more.… Expand
  92. Bigredd77
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Re reviewing Due to sometghing fishy, in one hour (from about 2:30pm - 3:30pm) over 500 positive reviews were made for this game, some under the 150 character minimum..........This stinks, almost as bad as MW2.5
  93. SkyeCloud
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    I am in love with MW3. The campaign was interesting and tied in bits from the original modern warfare WHICH EXCITED ME as a huge fan of the series! If you dont understand the story and have not played the first one...it will be hard to At first I was afraid that they would get rid of the Special Ops missions but they were brought back along with survival! (which I also enjoy) TheyI am in love with MW3. The campaign was interesting and tied in bits from the original modern warfare WHICH EXCITED ME as a huge fan of the series! If you dont understand the story and have not played the first one...it will be hard to At first I was afraid that they would get rid of the Special Ops missions but they were brought back along with survival! (which I also enjoy) They tweaked the game a bit... which I EXPECTED. If you are a person that plays multiplayer and usually forgets about campaign and the other modes...then yea...you arent going to get much! and you should expect that by now! I didn't even understand the jump between Call of duty 4's multiplayer and MW2's. But anyway...I just do not understand what was expected from the game overall. People always loved modern warfare for what it was..WHY would they change it completely? Obviously they added perks here and there...modes and guns etc. They didn't show us anything terribly new in the first place...The game works like it is supposed to, feels great like it always has..and continued the campaign. I remember when people complained that Black ops wasn't as good as MW2...now MW3 is similar to MW2..what's up? That's what everyone liked. I was afraid that the game would not have been created!..I was also afraid that it would not feel as smooth as MW2 but they pulled together and got it done! I'm happy for sledgehammer and infinity ward for creating this excellent game. Either way..for such a BIG franchise, if they change it too much, people complain...then if they don't change enough..they complain.… Expand
  94. Alro
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Is a terrible game, I hate when the camera moves when you shoot, also the multiplayer has enough errors as bugs that help one to cheat, and in campaign mode also has many bugs. This game is pure hype, the game sucks
  95. Violator
    Nov 13, 2011
    0
    Call Of Duty continues their downward spiral. The founders of the series have gone.
    Sure MW2 needed some minor tweeks. Instead this team decided to fiddle and faddle with the game engine. Like a janitor working under the hood of a stealth bomber.
    The match making, hit detection, and host ping compensation are broken. The spawn system has been set so there is no point of being born with a    Call Of Duty continues their downward spiral. The founders of the series have gone.
    Sure MW2 needed some minor tweeks. Instead this team decided to fiddle and faddle with the game engine. Like a janitor working under the hood of a stealth bomber.
    The match making, hit detection, and host ping compensation are broken.
    The spawn system has been set so there is no point of being born with a brain.
    Spawn point! and shot!
    That is good, because the maps are mazes of cutter. If it were not for the noobed down spawn system,
    you would never be able to find anyone.    … Expand
  96. Lord-Noobington
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    All the people giving this a zero are being very lame. It is a good game. Okay, so it plays slightly different in multiplayer, but lets face it, a change was needed. This is not MW2, thus the 3. The single player game is action packed, but still feels like all the other COD's. For me, the Spec OPS is the best feature, especially with a friend. All the people stating that Battlefield 3 isAll the people giving this a zero are being very lame. It is a good game. Okay, so it plays slightly different in multiplayer, but lets face it, a change was needed. This is not MW2, thus the 3. The single player game is action packed, but still feels like all the other COD's. For me, the Spec OPS is the best feature, especially with a friend. All the people stating that Battlefield 3 is better, need to realize that these are different games. I have bought both, and they are both good for different reasons.… Expand
  97. Numba1Evfan
    Nov 13, 2011
    2
    i played MW3 on first day expecting it to be like the best multiplayer experience, but sadly they brought back the same crappy game play from cod 4 in, it contains so many bugs its not funny it took to grenades to kill somebody and i actually got a hit maker with a F'in KNIFE like cmon and somehow u can dodge a RPG in mid air by ducking, same with bullets. Not only did they have ani played MW3 on first day expecting it to be like the best multiplayer experience, but sadly they brought back the same crappy game play from cod 4 in, it contains so many bugs its not funny it took to grenades to kill somebody and i actually got a hit maker with a F'in KNIFE like cmon and somehow u can dodge a RPG in mid air by ducking, same with bullets. Not only did they have an overload of bugs but they pretty much have a random spawn system no there is no enemy side ally side like in MW2 now its more like guerrilla warfare, i really think the only good things of this game are campaign, dedicated servers , and the strongest thing survival which it a combination of zombies and horde i am definetly considering selling this a trading for battle field 3.… Expand
  98. KentuckyGamer
    Nov 13, 2011
    3
    I've never been so disappointed over a game in my life. I expected a lot from this best-selling shooter and I was regretting the purchase after fifteen minutes of online gaming. I thought Modern Warfare 2 was a step down from Call of Duty 4, but not as bad as Modern Warfare 3.
  99. UnSkilledCheck
    Nov 13, 2011
    8
    having played both modern warfare's before this one i found that this new installment to the series was a fine way to end the trilogy and has only set the bar higher for Battlefield to try and top it.
    the multiplayer is again excellent and the new additions of kill confirmed, team defender, juggernaut, infected, drop zone plus one in the chamber and gun game from Black ops made this much    having played both modern warfare's before this one i found that this new installment to the series was a fine way to end the trilogy and has only set the bar higher for Battlefield to try and top it.
    the multiplayer is again excellent and the new additions of kill confirmed, team defender, juggernaut, infected, drop zone plus one in the chamber and gun game from Black ops made this much better then MW2. Spec ops is even better this time and the survival mode seems to be really fun even if it did rip of Gears of War's horde mode. people its the third game in a trilogy ALL BETS ARE OFF ON WHAT TO EXPECT AND DON'T BLOODY CRY ABOUT IT IF YOU DIE 50 MILLION TIMES IT JUST MEANS YOU SUCK AT THAT MODE    … Expand
  100. Aito
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    I don`t know why you guys are giving this game such a low ratings... we all know that this game were not going to create solid changes in the franchise, so.. lets rate this one like a unique game itself and not in comparison to the other titles of the saga.

    P.D.: sorry about my english. ;)
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#13 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#1 Most Discussed 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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