Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 8685 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 5,478 out of 8685
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  1. kingochiba
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game deserves every poor review given to it. Presentation - Single Player story less than 4 hours. Menus and interface are copy and pasted from MW2.

    Graphics - So bad it has to be a joke. Notice that the TV advertisement with the fat superbad guy and the avatar guy had no in-game footage? Yeah because it really is that embarassing. Multiplayer - No ranked dedicated servers. Bad    This game deserves every poor review given to it. Presentation - Single Player story less than 4 hours. Menus and interface are copy and pasted from MW2.

    Graphics - So bad it has to be a joke. Notice that the TV advertisement with the fat superbad guy and the avatar guy had no in-game footage? Yeah because it really is that embarassing.

    Multiplayer - No ranked dedicated servers. Bad crowded map designs, imbalanced guns, camping and hip shots are encouraged. Sound - Worst and most cheesy score yet. Replay value - It took only 30 mins to realise that the experience would exactly be the same. Recycled prestige system. Meaningless leaderboards. Activision better leave Starcraft II and Diablo alone. They may know how to make money off of idiots but they have not a glue anymore how to make a good quality game.    … Expand
  2. COD4Gamer916
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    All I can say is WOW. I have never been as disappointed with a game release as I am with MW3. It's same thing we've seen over and over. Little to no innovation at all! Infinity Ward is just milking the series for as much money as they can. It's sad. The maps are horrendous. The game play is subbpar. Campaign mode is a joke. It's Modern Warfare 2.5 is what it is. This game feels like itAll I can say is WOW. I have never been as disappointed with a game release as I am with MW3. It's same thing we've seen over and over. Little to no innovation at all! Infinity Ward is just milking the series for as much money as they can. It's sad. The maps are horrendous. The game play is subbpar. Campaign mode is a joke. It's Modern Warfare 2.5 is what it is. This game feels like it should a map pack instead of its own video game. You would think that Infinity Ward would step their game up and make some major upgrades to game play, graphics, game mechanics, MP etc.. ever since BF3 was announced. BUT NOPE. Not in this game. Taking it back to the store for a full refund today. Thanks for nothing Infinity Wart.… Expand
  3. KristhianWolf
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    "The game is exactly what was expected. I guarantee that if Activision/Sledgehammer/Infinity Ward changed the game, there would be more people pissing and moaning about how they preferred it before and that they shouldn't have changed what was not broke"
  4. Hiyoto
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Modern warfare 3 is just a slightly upgraded version of MW2. Graphics are slightly improved but still look 5 years old. The sounds are even worse. They sound like they were recorded inside a wet sponge. Still the famed 60 fps but still doesn't bring anything new to the table. Maps are terrible since you can be spawned killed anytime. The A.I. is terrible. You can stand in the middle of aModern warfare 3 is just a slightly upgraded version of MW2. Graphics are slightly improved but still look 5 years old. The sounds are even worse. They sound like they were recorded inside a wet sponge. Still the famed 60 fps but still doesn't bring anything new to the table. Maps are terrible since you can be spawned killed anytime. The A.I. is terrible. You can stand in the middle of a firefight and they completely ignore you while you take their buddies out. Apparently "hard scoping" is trash since their are no maps for sniping because they built the maps catering off the new fad quick scoping. Ridiculous amount of auto aim with little to no recoil on the weapons. Gun models have improved but still look like you are carrying a 2d weapon. Lag is terrible in this game. Even with great internet you will still lag since you rely on the hosts connection. You would think with all the money being made off of milking this title they can afford dedicated servers. Wouldn't recommend unless you are a true fanboy. Rent or buy used since it isn't worth 60 dollars.… Expand
  5. Prismik
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To be honest, the graphics of this game are really disgusting. When you have a franchise that make as much money as COD, you owe your fans to improve the game ever after when you release a FULL game. Players shouldn't have an impression of "deja vu". When you play a game, you want a fresh new experience, innovations, something catchy that will make you hold to it for a long time. This game does not fulfill my expectations of what a good game is. Markating my friend, is what make this game live nowadays. For me, and apparently for alot of people, Cod era is revolved. Let's move on to something new, something good.… Expand
  6. Sushirush
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I love developers trying to brand this as review bombing. Maybe it's the fact that people realize they are being milked for their money? This is by no means a bad game, it's the SAME game. The same game as Call of Duty 4. Removing the **** that was in Modern Warfare 2 isn't some kind of achievement or renovation, it's what should have been a patch 2 years ago. Modern Warfare 3 is fun. SoI love developers trying to brand this as review bombing. Maybe it's the fact that people realize they are being milked for their money? This is by no means a bad game, it's the SAME game. The same game as Call of Duty 4. Removing the **** that was in Modern Warfare 2 isn't some kind of achievement or renovation, it's what should have been a patch 2 years ago. Modern Warfare 3 is fun. So is Call of Duty 4. Stop releasing a new one every year and subsequently destroying the player base of the previous game. If you want to release a new one, make actual improvements to the gameplay. Maybe invest in the new iDtech engine because we all know you have been using iDtech 3 every year and branding it as your own. And please, NEVER use budget as an excuse for a shortcoming or lack of a feature because there are millions of 13 year olds who worship your game and buy it every year. In short: You're stealing.… Expand
  7. Chris-5390
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I like the game but I love mw2 two things I hate are, the points to get kill streaks. This makes kill streaks pointless because every one has them I was killed 5 times in around 50seconds by stealth bombers, secondly the maps are shocking not just one or two there all really bad, I was hoping the dlc will bring better maps but I then remember they make the maps at the same time as the gameI like the game but I love mw2 two things I hate are, the points to get kill streaks. This makes kill streaks pointless because every one has them I was killed 5 times in around 50seconds by stealth bombers, secondly the maps are shocking not just one or two there all really bad, I was hoping the dlc will bring better maps but I then remember they make the maps at the same time as the game and then take them out for extra profit I love call of duty but this feels like trayarch made it not infinityward… Expand
  8. RustyBoots
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I'd like to kick off this review saying I'm not a BF fanboy, you can keep your bf's and your bff's for all I care.

    Twelve months ago, the CEO of Activision, who was bred in a test tube with fertilisation donations from the risen ghost of hitler, called for another game to lengthen the turgid slick of mediocrity that is Call of Duty. Featuring another uninspired campaign of betrayal,    I'd like to kick off this review saying I'm not a BF fanboy, you can keep your bf's and your bff's for all I care.

    Twelve months ago, the CEO of Activision, who was bred in a test tube with fertilisation donations from the risen ghost of hitler, called for another game to lengthen the turgid slick of mediocrity that is Call of Duty. Featuring another uninspired campaign of betrayal, shooting foreigners, on rails gunning, and controversy, (think car bombs in London and twelve year old girls) interspersed with witless dialogue and explosions that appeal to the lowest common denominator, this game can only be described as terrible.

    It seems no effort was made to make a good game. The graphics are poor in comparison to well made recently released games that will cost you the same amount of money, the campaign is a recycled version of the last 4 years worth of call of duty's. The multiplayer is EXACTLY the same as every other game in the series, but with a collection of new, poorly concieved maps and ideas to create weapon imbalance. In short this game's only redeeming feature is that if you put it in the microwave on high, I believe it will crackle up in a small light show.

    Don't get Modern warfare 3, you worked too hard for that money, and you don't want to encourage that lazy bunch of developers. It seems the most effort they made with this game was to beg for people to overlook the lack of quality and give the game a good review. This is a company that had a press release with one of their Modern Warfare 2 map packs, stating that a price rise from the usual 800 MSP per map pack, to 1200 MSP, is in the interests of consumers. Stay away from this game, I have it on good advice that it is one of the four horsemen of the apocalypse, gathering strength with every sale.

    Important note: The game features a car bombing in London, and, while I'm all for poorly timed walks of the dangerous knife edge that is taste and decency, capitilising on devastating terrorist attacks to create the illusion of storyline and plot, and to generate anger out of teenage boys, it must be noted that the scene is handled with the sensitivity and delicacy of a drug mule's full cavity search at an Indonesian airport. Also PARIS LOOKS NOTHING LIKE THAT!! The furthest the developers must have gone in their 'research' was the McDonald's nearest to the 'development' 'studio' , while their MW2 disks had the 3's printed over.

    The developers sank as low as to beg for good reviews (absolutely shameless) - originally the user score sat at less than 2.5 - now, sadly, it is rising because of the flock of sheep that follow the developer around blindly. It is not worth 3.    … Expand
  9. Shadowalker1191
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Just the same as MW1 and MW2, just another city. Same multiplayer, spawn campers, boosters, yelling in the mic, crying, jack holes. Once sledgehammer can produce a "GOOD" game things might change. Untill then just another activision rewash.
  10. Jimbo19411
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    for how the storyline plays,the plot twists,the amazing spec ops and survival modes as well the the addictive multiplayer and elite service its 10/10 for me
  11. StoneCloud
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is a disgrace. The graphics are the same as MW2 and the levels use recycled aspects. Most importantly the online play is absolutely horrendous. Hosting is a huge issue and I have played games where an entire team is goes positive while the other team is completely negative. There is no balance and is clearly the fault of the developers who made a crappy game that was clearlyThis game is a disgrace. The graphics are the same as MW2 and the levels use recycled aspects. Most importantly the online play is absolutely horrendous. Hosting is a huge issue and I have played games where an entire team is goes positive while the other team is completely negative. There is no balance and is clearly the fault of the developers who made a crappy game that was clearly a cash in on a franchise. For the amount of money that went into this game I expect much more. Activision and Infinity Ward should be ashamed for putting out such a half baked product… Expand
  12. DREDD2970
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I have been playing FPS games since Tom Clancy,s Rainbow Six on msn gaming zone this blows monkey chunks. It seems like this was just made for little kids on consoles not for the hard core gaming community. Wake up and give us a good game
  13. kyzatio
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Same formula, different title. This new edition to the Call of Duty franchise is forgettable and abhorrent. Do not buy this if you have played Black Ops or MW2 as it will give you little to no satisfaction in its entirety.
  14. Froogleguy
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    One of the worst games I have every played this game brings nothing new to the table its the same game over and over again every year i have no idea how the masses find this game entertaining. And the story how does Russia leap frog over Europe to get from Russia to Germany to France to The UK this is an idiotic story for idiotic people.
  15. Shadowmind
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    12 Hours of single payer game play. Holds true to the COD franchise's lack of content from the past 3 installments. Though those 12 hours of gameplay was more compelling than Black Ops, I still feel incredibly cheated out of $60. Online play is no better than Black Ops. Not just graphically, but the levels almost look like the same levels as BO... Laggy servers, gives laggy movements and12 Hours of single payer game play. Holds true to the COD franchise's lack of content from the past 3 installments. Though those 12 hours of gameplay was more compelling than Black Ops, I still feel incredibly cheated out of $60. Online play is no better than Black Ops. Not just graphically, but the levels almost look like the same levels as BO... Laggy servers, gives laggy movements and firing ingame. Then, they try to sweeten us up with their "Elite" service, but only to find out it will cost you ANOTHER $50. Come on Sledgehammer, can we get a reach around when you're giving us the hammer??? I would say avoid this one... But we all bought it sight unseen already.... Oh well.… Expand
  16. dfb2010
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Sad. This game came out in 2009, I mean 2011. Same engine as a game 2 years ago. Nothing new, nothing fresh. Oh wait different maps. This game could have been a map pack, instead of a 60 dollar game. Graphics Suck!
    Weapons are "ok"
    Sound sucks
    "elite" is broken
  17. supersonic196
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    The Call of duty series as a whole has been disgustingly bad since modern warfare one, but this game takes the cake. This isn't a game, this is a movie with 2 minutes of gameplay between every scripted sequence. Honestly, the world would be a better place if the entire FPS genre was dead. There hasn't been a single FPS since Halo one that had any legitimate innovation. Call of Duty modernThe Call of duty series as a whole has been disgustingly bad since modern warfare one, but this game takes the cake. This isn't a game, this is a movie with 2 minutes of gameplay between every scripted sequence. Honestly, the world would be a better place if the entire FPS genre was dead. There hasn't been a single FPS since Halo one that had any legitimate innovation. Call of Duty modern warfare 3 is a prime example of corporate greed overtaking the gaming industry. The fact that this was even released boggles the mind. This game is a clone of every other modern call of duty, with some new textures, different maps, and a different yet equally terrible campaign. The online mode is exactly the same, why would anybody even buy this if they can get the exact same experience in that pile of unimaginative bland shooters that they already own?

    Call of Duty tries it best to be something it's not, a good game, but unfortunately falls short in almost every way imaginable. Skip this one at all costs. And before you think about Battle Field 3, that's the EXACT same thing with even more automation.    … Expand
  18. Shade
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    New games used to be an improvement upon each subsequent title, bringing fresh ideas, better graphics, and, improvement. Sadly MW3 is non of these. Some say it's a copy and paste game, and I disagree as each subsequent copy loses something - originality and functionality. The maps feel similar in multiplayer, the layouts are the same with a few extras thrown in. Non of the dislikedNew games used to be an improvement upon each subsequent title, bringing fresh ideas, better graphics, and, improvement. Sadly MW3 is non of these. Some say it's a copy and paste game, and I disagree as each subsequent copy loses something - originality and functionality. The maps feel similar in multiplayer, the layouts are the same with a few extras thrown in. Non of the disliked features were removed (hosting system, finding servers, last stand). The single player is also pretty formulaic and in this case that's a negative. Some may say the game is not complete, 'wait for the DLC', but I'd rather not have to spend 1/4th the game on a few maps. If I have to wait for downloadable content then it is clearly not complete and thus a shamble of a product.… Expand
  19. SneakySnakey
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Tried this game out release day. Turned it off and returned it and got my money back after playing 5 games online. It's the exact same firetrucking game as MW2, and not in a good way. There's literally nothing new that changes the gameplay at all. It feels exactly the same as a $60 map pack for MW2. and I bet everyone just can't wait to pay $15 for the their fav MW2 maps lol. absoluteTried this game out release day. Turned it off and returned it and got my money back after playing 5 games online. It's the exact same firetrucking game as MW2, and not in a good way. There's literally nothing new that changes the gameplay at all. It feels exactly the same as a $60 map pack for MW2. and I bet everyone just can't wait to pay $15 for the their fav MW2 maps lol. absolute trash game. Same graphics, same guns, same gameplay. Don't waste your money, go get skyrim, uncharted 3, arkam city or something instead.

    this game is an absolute disgrace to gaming. WTF is this where a developer "spends 2 years" on a game, and the only real work required was to think up some new map layouts (which suck)    … Expand
  20. NoelHardstyle
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game has horrible graphics for whats out there at the market. You could probably run this on a 3dfx card. Everything is still the same from mw2/bo. There is nothing new... I feel scammed. Im glad I bought bf3 and skyrim... that will keep me busy.
  21. Hooah101
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    To all of the trolling fanboys out there, nice try, but too bad. You all have failed miserably at trying to prove your points, because millions and millions of people are playing and enjoying modern warfare 3 every moment of every day. You're only showing how retarded you all are by crying about a good game. Go play your own games and stop trolling on a game just because it's the mostTo all of the trolling fanboys out there, nice try, but too bad. You all have failed miserably at trying to prove your points, because millions and millions of people are playing and enjoying modern warfare 3 every moment of every day. You're only showing how retarded you all are by crying about a good game. Go play your own games and stop trolling on a game just because it's the most popular game out there.… Expand
  22. SiGuR
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Innovation Multiplayer = 0 .. Innovation Campaing = 0..

    BO, MW3, The same cr4p, really. u need a new team for work in this game.
  23. DarkCarniVol
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Disregard the haters. If you're a gamer and you love FPS games this is a must play. There is a reason COD games are the best selling games around. MW3 has nonstop action and fast paced, addictive multi-player. Some people feel that the multi-player hasn't changed but it doesn't have to. It has been refined to perfection and I would put it up against the BF3s and Halos any day.
  24. Colonelcool
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Yes, MW3 is better than a zero. But I don't take kindly to a developer begging people to raise his game's score. Not to mention that Modern Warfare 3 failed to innovate in any sort of meaningful way.
  25. publo
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I was a cod fan, played every single game of cod and mw3 too, but never again, this is a constant deja-vu, and the overpriced dlcs......... is very sad to see how activition kills his franchyses, tony hawk, guitar hero and now COD (R.I.P)
    Don't waste your money in a 60 dollars DLC
  26. NetBent
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    What a terrible game hopefully this is the last one if the series, no company should be able to just rebundle COD 4 and add new maps and call it a new game.
  27. Rizzo
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    Very much dissatisfied with this game thus far. The MP graphics look identical to MW2 which was a surprise for me. The multiplayer offerings are the usual fare. It seems as though they did not want to risk changing much or adding anything new, and wanted to play it safe. The game plays as well as any of the other COD's out there. My score is indicative not of the content, but the lackVery much dissatisfied with this game thus far. The MP graphics look identical to MW2 which was a surprise for me. The multiplayer offerings are the usual fare. It seems as though they did not want to risk changing much or adding anything new, and wanted to play it safe. The game plays as well as any of the other COD's out there. My score is indicative not of the content, but the lack of ingenuity and impactfulness of this game. It is much more MW2.5 than an actual sequel. I was very bored playing this game the 2nd day and am not sure how much more I will be playing. I have prestiged 7 times in the last 2 COD's, and doubtful I will get close to that this go round. The game is just getting stale.

    The end.    … Expand
  28. Eremes22
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Nothing new here. For new players this game is a great shooter,but for the past Cod gamers this is nothing new is all the same just different number and diferent cover.A copy paste game with some addittion's.
  29. catnipkiller
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    After cod4 i think they just gave up. little has been done to make us feel like this game is worth 60$ more like a mini-mod or a dlc for 20$ max. maby if they spent more money on the game it self and not wasting 1mill on **** pr stunts and videos.
  30. 0verkill
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    So once again we have that familiar feeling of same you know what, different name. Well, slightly different name anyway. I think it's reasonable to say that this franchise is the main reason a large portion of the gaming community dreads reading the word "sequel". There is, however, a silver lining here. A decent number of multiplayer games are once again safe from annoying little moronsSo once again we have that familiar feeling of same you know what, different name. Well, slightly different name anyway. I think it's reasonable to say that this franchise is the main reason a large portion of the gaming community dreads reading the word "sequel". There is, however, a silver lining here. A decent number of multiplayer games are once again safe from annoying little morons with no taste in games and only a desperate need to be seen as making the "popular" choice. Anyway, don't buy it, it's rubbish.… Expand
  31. Zirestor
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Mordern Warfare 3 is the exact same **** game with a different name, terrible Campaign that you finish in 3 and half hours, with the most irregular irritating little maps that you literally spawn on your enemy's shoulders. The lack of vehical's and broken class system creates a very very dry and plain expirence. The visuals are still comparable to my Playstation 2, voice acting and soundMordern Warfare 3 is the exact same **** game with a different name, terrible Campaign that you finish in 3 and half hours, with the most irregular irritating little maps that you literally spawn on your enemy's shoulders. The lack of vehical's and broken class system creates a very very dry and plain expirence. The visuals are still comparable to my Playstation 2, voice acting and sound of weaponary lack any realness in the game. There really is nothing new that this Game does that makes it worth the plastic it uses… Expand
  32. boob82
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Campaign mode for COD MW3 is strong and Multiplayer mode is fun as always. You have a great choice of guns and the maps are robust. I love this game just as much as the other installments.
  33. freddyvito
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Terrible game. Cut and paste of mw2. It is so bad, don't even try it out. Barely anything has changed and it sucks. It is just a $60 dollar expansion pack.
  34. gil1
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    sp is fine, end of the series it looks like, was nice story line from mw1-3.
    multi is super fast, mix of mw1-2 , its ok tho i miss some big maps like afghan or cod1 in mw2 map...
  35. scittles103
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    This game will be a 9 when cod elite is back up running but it doesn't deserve the bashing it gets on this site its probably is from bf3 fanboys just writing bad reviews it is a lot like mw2 but that really isn't a bad thing people think tht it needs to be totally different but activision isn't making different games their technicly sequels so wht needs to b changed how much was haloThis game will be a 9 when cod elite is back up running but it doesn't deserve the bashing it gets on this site its probably is from bf3 fanboys just writing bad reviews it is a lot like mw2 but that really isn't a bad thing people think tht it needs to be totally different but activision isn't making different games their technicly sequels so wht needs to b changed how much was halo changed in its sequels not much so give it a chance its not for everyone but I think its better than bf3 imo… Expand
  36. Fartbum
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Wow the Online reviewers gave this mess 9's and such cause they fear they will lose "hits" and users on their websites that is the only explanation for the favorable reviews. This games is a 6-7 at best but I will join in on the "rising up" of gamers and give this a 0 . I was a COD only type guy (never even bought bad company 2) until this mess of a game was released its MW3 FRANKENSTEINWow the Online reviewers gave this mess 9's and such cause they fear they will lose "hits" and users on their websites that is the only explanation for the favorable reviews. This games is a 6-7 at best but I will join in on the "rising up" of gamers and give this a 0 . I was a COD only type guy (never even bought bad company 2) until this mess of a game was released its MW3 FRANKENSTEIN EDITION , same voice overs , chickens , cars burning the list goes on and on , Battlefield 3 is 10 times the game this heaping pile is , and guess what I bought the Mw3 console and the hardened ed and I'm still crapping on this mess why ? you ask? Cause it deserves it . Go online and chat to the gamers yourself . Most will agree this game is a HUGE disappointment . They will have to do something different next year or COD is in trouble . that is all .… Expand
  37. Tom_ash
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Once again another cookie cutter sequel, this game has no shine to it, it is simply the same garbage that's churned out each year by activision. I urge you deeply not to buy this game!!!! Worst money I've spent in years! Buy skyrim though.... :D
  38. WoodrowCall
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    Wow!!!!! Same game with different maps!! Lets keep the original Call of Duty 4 and then sell the maps as DLC. I want to see an improvement over the last.
    No more MW for me!
  39. younggotribe
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Incredible Game! Best COD title yet! Mulitplayer has awesome new perks. Spec Ops is deeper than ever and now has matchmaking. Campaign in better than MW1 or 2.
  40. albionsblade
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    They are turning first person shooters into sports games, same blimmin' game just remixed and re-released. If we are willing to put up with this no progress in game engines will ever happen. It's just lazy.
  41. Trizzor
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    I created a metacritic account specifically for this review. This review is a bit longer than others, but it goes into more detail. That said, I just hit level 60 (of 80) in Multiplayer.
    MW2 was my first console FPS, and I fell in love with it. After a while though, the online play became more stressful than fun. Quickscoping, One-Man-Army and Marathon/Commando made it feel like I was    I created a metacritic account specifically for this review. This review is a bit longer than others, but it goes into more detail. That said, I just hit level 60 (of 80) in Multiplayer.
    MW2 was my first console FPS, and I fell in love with it. After a while though, the online play became more stressful than fun. Quickscoping, One-Man-Army and Marathon/Commando made it feel like I was being punished for wanting to enjoy myself. A year later Black Ops arrived...I was still playing it until the night I purchased MW3. My only issue with Black Ops was the gun imbalance (Famas/Aug/AK74u) and hit random detection, otherwise a fantastic multiplayer game. So here I am with MW3. Unlike BOPS, I'm already getting tired of it... for the wrong reasons. What everyone has said is true, it is MW2 with a couple new perks/weps/maps. ISSUE 1: The largest problem with the game, IMO is the spawn system in relation to the maps.
    The maps are much smaller than MW2/BOPS, and there are multiple ways to travel to a location (great for anti-campers) but this to me is its largest downfall. All the maps have so many turns, routes and drops that when you spawn there is almost an enemy near you at all times. Going for that Assault killstreak? Too bad, someone from the other team just spawned 10 yards behind you, literally as your back is to them. ISSUE 2: The number of levels to progress through is way to high. Why do I need to level up 60-74 levels just to unlock my favorite gun? Oh, there is a Prestige shop for that! Once you prestige, you get a token to â    … Expand
  42. Dooey123
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    My biggest issue with this game is that the multi player maps are awful. They are all small, close quarters maps with too many entry/exit routes and disrupted lines of sight. Looking back at the MW2 and COD4 maps they were mostly all classic maps offering a variety of gameplay where you could either keep to the indoor rooms and corridors with a shotgun or SMG or plot up on a balcony with aMy biggest issue with this game is that the multi player maps are awful. They are all small, close quarters maps with too many entry/exit routes and disrupted lines of sight. Looking back at the MW2 and COD4 maps they were mostly all classic maps offering a variety of gameplay where you could either keep to the indoor rooms and corridors with a shotgun or SMG or plot up on a balcony with a sniper rifle and a claymore, there would only be a couple maps in each game that no one liked and each one had its own character. I'll give this game a 6 because it still basically has the same gameplay mechanics that made COD4 the near perfect game that it was but it is not higher due to the fact that COD4, MW2 and BF3 do exist and we were all hoping for the stakes to be raised.… Expand
  43. AssassinFirenze
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    AWFUL! The same thing all over again!
    The story is just completely awful s everything else, including the blurry graphics.
    I would not recommend anyone to get this game. Better spend your money on The new Batman game, Gears of War 3 or Uncharted 3.
    0/10
  44. Mon0chromicorn
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    More like Modern Warefare 2 expansion. Jumping into the single player feels just like you've been here before. Nothing fresh which you would hope to expect. The graphics are not an improvement at all.
    Jumping into multiplayer will make you want to jump out once the attack helicopters start coming every second.
  45. argyllcampbell
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Just rented it, to test it out, and it's just the same old crap. Nothing original. Just trying to ride out the money train. Campaign is the same monotonous, "kill generic bad guys to get to the next scripted event", garbage. You can just play any other modern warfare to get the same multiplayer.
  46. bristow1984
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Really 45 for the same game so now i have paid £135 for one game and 2 expansion packs. Single player boring and way too short graphics ok but looking dated, multiplayer meh! The run and gun is getting old now maps are tiny compared to bf3 mechanics the same for 3 years now. I get it that if it aint broke dont fix it but not doing anything to it is. Joke i mean what are they spendingReally 45 for the same game so now i have paid £135 for one game and 2 expansion packs. Single player boring and way too short graphics ok but looking dated, multiplayer meh! The run and gun is getting old now maps are tiny compared to bf3 mechanics the same for 3 years now. I get it that if it aint broke dont fix it but not doing anything to it is. Joke i mean what are they spending the money on from the previous games. I really want mw3 to great but instead it is just ok. Bf3 gets my vote this yeah much mire authentic and worth the money based on just the multiplayer.… Expand
  47. Stickybandaids
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    Sorry for the long post, but it is worth the read :) I would like to chime in my personal opinion and also what I think many people are seemingly overlooking. MW3 is lacking in a couple areas that make this game not even enjoyable for me. The problems for me are the overall pace of the multiplayer experience, the layout of the maps, and the idea that adding more non essential filler to theSorry for the long post, but it is worth the read :) I would like to chime in my personal opinion and also what I think many people are seemingly overlooking. MW3 is lacking in a couple areas that make this game not even enjoyable for me. The problems for me are the overall pace of the multiplayer experience, the layout of the maps, and the idea that adding more non essential filler to the multiplayer experience.

    Over the last couple of days I have had no good or special feeling about any one of the multiplayer maps over another one. It is shocking to me that all the maps seem to be uninteresting at best. I challenge you to go through the maps and compare them against the COD4 map set. You will be astonished, no doubt, that COD4 offers a much more distinct feeling to each map. Each one feels fun and the combat flows differently in each map. I made sure this was not just a feeling of nostalgia by going back and reviewing each map and even playing COD4. MW3 maps all seem to be almost forcing some sort of "meta" which some have said kills sniper or long range play. I agree for the most part, there is no epic sense of a level, they feel all the same cluttered mess of non interesting set pieces. Ever since COD4 (which I still believe was the top of the franchise to date) map levels and layouts have gone downhill.

    The pace of the maps (what I consider to be a result of bad spawning and map layout) is even higher than that of MW2. Yes, some may love this run and gun, turning corners, firing from the hip, and quick scoping. I don't mind this play in any sense. It is the fact that you do not have the option of diverting from this forced game play other than camping. This I feel will calm down as we get to be more familiar with maps and the spawns, yet judging and looking to the future based of the maps and my experience so far, I see it being an issue, even if a fraction of what it is currently. Think about COD4, W@W, or even MW2 to a degree. Many, even a majority, of the maps had a distinct layout to them that suggested key points, buildings, or start points. Like in paintball, or most competitive events, you know what you are going against and how to set up strategies to be successful. I feel, and this is my opinion, that every where you go, there is a corner or something blocking you forward progression, in order to force CQC. Almost every area has more than one flanking route. Add this on top of small and/or cluttered maps with crazy spawn mechanics, well you get the picture.

    Ok, this last issue is more of a rant and not a game breaker to me. Never the less I will address my opinion on it. Every COD that comes out is almost entirely focused on being "crazier" than the last. Look at the progression of kills and customization that has ensued since the game breaking COD4. It started with the set kill streaks, and guns that unlocked. Now it is at three sets of customized kill streaks going 15+ on kill streaks, with so many ways to level up etc. Many point this out as the reason for it being justified as a new experience worthy of the retail box+price. In my humble and honest opinion, I don't care about nonsense like this. I loved COD4 for the epic team battles, diverse levels, and over sense of excitement. Yes kill streaks were part of that equation, but they were not any way the meat and potatoes of it. I feel like they add and add but forgot where they came from in this endeavor. My opinion.

    All in all, this is why I feel like MW3 is a letdown to say the very least. More so, I feel it deserves a 7.5 at the best, although realistically I would give it a 6. Being, not only is it nothing new, but I feel (emphasis on my opinion) that it has brought it self down an extra notch for trying to force maps and dump endless customization as compensation for lack of innovation. I will still play it and enjoy it for what it IS. I will give it a couple weeks for it to set in, but this is the first game in the series that has cause me so much disappointment to actually post online. :) If my experience goes on like it is currently, then I will go back to a prior COD game, hence the 6.

    My credentials as a gamer: Played since pre-Nintendo. FPS shooters include but not limited to Golden Eye, All COD series owned and played. Played BF since 1942, Had epic COD 2 and 3 and Halo LAN Matches at my house. Love CS, team fortress, DoD, and many other HL mods. Played Planet Side since launch. Original Op Flashpoint and AA. Plus more :) Thanks for the read, feel free to hate on me or comment :) Plus I am married and have a Financial bachelors degree from Indiana University.    … Expand
  48. ThinkingRicky
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    COD modern warfare is by far the greatest entry in video game history, the story makes you feel in the game and the characters you play as and its the finale of the trilogy. The multiplayer is fun and always will be, so many options, challenges and trying to be # 1. this game does deserve a 10 on my list. though i don't know why people hate this game eventually they will buy it or give inCOD modern warfare is by far the greatest entry in video game history, the story makes you feel in the game and the characters you play as and its the finale of the trilogy. The multiplayer is fun and always will be, so many options, challenges and trying to be # 1. this game does deserve a 10 on my list. though i don't know why people hate this game eventually they will buy it or give in to a great game it is. so i totally recommend to people .… Expand
  49. kingamos
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    i thought the story was very good, maybe not as good as mw2, but still very good. the mp is as good as ever with a more in depth perk system and the addition of weapons perks.
  50. SquishedGremlin
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    re-skinned, re-hashed, all been said before. Graphically similar if not the same as MW2, only thing that helps its case is the survival mode, that has earned all three stars I give
  51. HarveyD
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    $60 dollars for a map pack, a 3 hour campaign and for hundreds of 12 year olds to tell me a lot of things I didn't know about my mom. I can't believe this game still makes money. This game is quite pathetic, and Infinity Ward is very lucky that most of us don't work for game review companies. Please bring back the old console games that didn't focus on crappy multiplayer and release the$60 dollars for a map pack, a 3 hour campaign and for hundreds of 12 year olds to tell me a lot of things I didn't know about my mom. I can't believe this game still makes money. This game is quite pathetic, and Infinity Ward is very lucky that most of us don't work for game review companies. Please bring back the old console games that didn't focus on crappy multiplayer and release the same game every year. Games that focused on an amazing single player experience, because playing online with console buddies was unheard of.… Expand
  52. vasyndrom
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    As many stated before me ... MW3 is almost like MW2 which is almost like MW aka cod 4 when it comes to Multiplayer, with new skins,maps, perks, to be honest nothing has changed since 2007 when this franchise was shining. Now it's only slowly dying in eyes of gamers (not in reviewers eyes lol :D they seem to love the same s*****every year). If you are looking for a fresh experience thenAs many stated before me ... MW3 is almost like MW2 which is almost like MW aka cod 4 when it comes to Multiplayer, with new skins,maps, perks, to be honest nothing has changed since 2007 when this franchise was shining. Now it's only slowly dying in eyes of gamers (not in reviewers eyes lol :D they seem to love the same s*****every year). If you are looking for a fresh experience then look somewhere else.… Expand
  53. Snufdtherooster
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Selling this game for anything more than $20 should be a federal crime. The people in charge at Sledgehammer, IW, and Activision should all be placed under citizens arrest for releasing this recycled piece of garbage and labeling it as a new title.
  54. DrNefarious
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Bought this game yesterday, and after putting the disc in I noticed that they had accidentally put MW2 in the box. After looking at the top of the disc I noticed that they must have printed the wrong game label since it said MW3. I was disappoint.
  55. Banano
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I am really dissapointer with this game. No only single player, but multiplayer, graphics, sound and even maps? EVERYTHING is reused from past games, plus a very expensive suscription? I can only tell you: THIS IS THE FARMVILLE OF FIRST PERSON SHOOTERS. Period.
  56. ChaosRemnant
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    After the supreme disappointment that was Modern Warfare 2, developer Infinity War decided to release the latest in the long line of map packs in the Call of Duty franchise. Actually, pardon me, this isn't a map pack. Oh no, this is "much more than that." This game features an incredibly lengthy single player mode that can be beaten in a little over 5 hours! Wow! The game also has theAfter the supreme disappointment that was Modern Warfare 2, developer Infinity War decided to release the latest in the long line of map packs in the Call of Duty franchise. Actually, pardon me, this isn't a map pack. Oh no, this is "much more than that." This game features an incredibly lengthy single player mode that can be beaten in a little over 5 hours! Wow! The game also has the returning Spec Ops mode that is no where near as addicting as Black Ops Zombie mode, and, let's not forget, the multiplayer mode.

    Did you enjoy the perks, level-up system, and guns of the previous Call of Duty games? Well, they're back, and just the same as ever. No innovation has been brought to the plate this time, and Infinity Ward has opted to go with the good 'ol "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" approach. The maps are all incredibly small, some of which are comparable in size to a backyard. The maps encourage camping and lack the epic scope that other FPS multiplayer maps offer.

    But you know what? Infinity Ward should be commended for creating the CoD Elite system, where you can keep track of your various stats from previous matches you partook in. This is CLEARLY an innovative system that not many FPS' offer nowadays (*cough* Halo and Battlefield *cough*). Not only that, but you can also choose to give Infinity Ward your credit card information so you can get each map pack released within the next 12 months! This is obviously a sweet deal, since each map pack will cost $15 anyways if purchased separately. And each map pack will contain 4-5 shallow maps that don't encourage any new tactics different from the maps that come included with the game.

    So all this for only #60? Why, it's a steal! It's not like I've already played this SAME EXACT GAME twice before already! Infinity Ward obviously spent the past two years crafting the best multiplayer FPS available. It's not innovative, it's repetitive, it doesn't reward clever tactics, and it offers an extremely shallow single player mode. BUT! It has multiplayer, complete with lag, hit-detection issues, and overpowered guns! What more could a pre-pubescent 13 year old boy ask for this Christmas?    … Expand
  57. gab1653
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Thought I would give the game a fair chance so I decided to buy it and I didnt have any expectations. The odd thing is that the game even failed to entertain me and that's without talking about all the 12 years old boys I keep hearing on the game...
  58. speedmartyr
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    Okay so from a non biased stand point i believe that there was a lackluster attempt from sledgehammer and what is left of IW in re-purposing the good stuff from cod4 and mw2. i am strictly an online tdm kinda player and i logged hundreds of hours on the last few entries. I can honestly say that i am strongly disappointed with what i have seen so far from the MP component. The graphics areOkay so from a non biased stand point i believe that there was a lackluster attempt from sledgehammer and what is left of IW in re-purposing the good stuff from cod4 and mw2. i am strictly an online tdm kinda player and i logged hundreds of hours on the last few entries. I can honestly say that i am strongly disappointed with what i have seen so far from the MP component. The graphics are less than stellar especially for a game that rakes in half a billion dollars in the first month. there is no magic left in the series for me. the maps are alot smaller or atleast seem smaller than other cod entries. I have died several times to guys that i had the jump on and, had already dropped half a clip in. the game play itself seems very arcade esque and overall just not a very great installment for the series.… Expand
  59. saintin818
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Great game, great multiplayer and spec ops is a lot a fun. They did a great job on the game all around. New perks and kill-streaks are a big improvements.Wow there are a lot of haters!! I do have a question for all the people who bought this game after not liking the others. Are u retarded?
  60. Daghostofsparta
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I give this game a 10 since I could not give it a 9.5. I think its a pretty big update since Modern Warfare 2. They did not exactly build from scratch, but they did return to the basics and reworked what we loved and already worked. The graphics are amazing, the maps look a little familiar to prior COD maps but the gameplay is just amazing. Ive played the campaign a bit and it just reallyI give this game a 10 since I could not give it a 9.5. I think its a pretty big update since Modern Warfare 2. They did not exactly build from scratch, but they did return to the basics and reworked what we loved and already worked. The graphics are amazing, the maps look a little familiar to prior COD maps but the gameplay is just amazing. Ive played the campaign a bit and it just really captivates you in to solving the conflict at hand. It really does feel like your fighting in a modern war torn city and the fire fights are as always EPIC. The multiplayer has by far the best balance I have experienced from any of the titles. Infinity Ward is one of my favorite studios and Sledgehammer added some good stuff to the project as well. Ive been up for 2 days straight lol. Not because Im trying to rank up or collect, but because I can't get enough of it. They have once again out done themselves and the polish that was put into this game really shows, so work my $60. :)… Expand
  61. Macyboy57
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    WTF...This game is a POS. Same stuff all over again. They did nothing to improve the graphics or story. Weapon selection is horrible. What a waste of money. Wish I knew before I bought it. I feel cheated.
  62. Karppaky
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. It's Modern Warfare 2 in a new package and obviously for a full price. It's nothing new or special; just another dull war fps game. The single player is too short, the multiplayer is same **** as it was before. Not recommended in any way.
  63. Redna1L
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    Not only is this EXACTLY the same as the previous games but it has even less variety. Where just about every mission seems to be mowing down hordes of enemies. Even the Spec Ops is like this.

    Yes it's polished but there is zero innovation here. Very stale.
  64. commandoking
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    alright the maps are really bad. a couple like CTown and Dome should not have even made the game. It feels like clostrophobic version of Black Ops and MW2 skins. game is not as advertised. the only thing that the game has brought back is Quickscoping. So my montages will be good, but I barely have had fun playing this for the 15 hours I've played it. It's just a huge disappointment.alright the maps are really bad. a couple like CTown and Dome should not have even made the game. It feels like clostrophobic version of Black Ops and MW2 skins. game is not as advertised. the only thing that the game has brought back is Quickscoping. So my montages will be good, but I barely have had fun playing this for the 15 hours I've played it. It's just a huge disappointment. Get Black Ops, MW2. They are cheaper and better.… Expand
  65. crispi182
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    MW3 viene siendo la misma tonteria y no pienso comprarlo si siguen llengo asi BF3 les dara en la madre por noobs, mil veces me quedo con mi battlefield que con este juego de porqueria
  66. Dwagz
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Horrible game. Feels exactly like MW2. Activision only cares about money and releases sequel after squeal without giving and consideration to their actual games.
  67. Jakesteel2k4
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I have been playing FPS for a decade now and have loved the CoD series but have now lost my patienc. I felt let down by Modern Warfare 2 then the cash in Black Ops but all MW3 is is jus MW2 in a new skin but no real new innovation. Guess it's now the new guitar hero and madden.
  68. Eliut
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    if it is not broke do not fix it, this is the same COD that everyone loves with more surprises and support options, just keep being the best. not complain that you are putting 0, I think they are frustrated lovers Battlefield.
  69. Tuxedo38
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The game combines a good amount of tweaks with the familiar CoD gameplay and the results are great. The game seems to be the most balanced of the series, there still are some balancing issues but they're few and far between. The biggest change is that killstreaks are now pointstreaks, the fact that doing objectives will now get you points with the support pointstreaks is fantastic. TheThe game combines a good amount of tweaks with the familiar CoD gameplay and the results are great. The game seems to be the most balanced of the series, there still are some balancing issues but they're few and far between. The biggest change is that killstreaks are now pointstreaks, the fact that doing objectives will now get you points with the support pointstreaks is fantastic. The maps are pretty good. There aren't any I really hope to avoid, but there aren't any fantastic maps like terminal or highrise in MW2. They are less sniper friendly, but that's a good change for the majority. If you like the CoD series, you'll like this game.… Expand
  70. Felavio
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I think they are like Al-Gore and don't want destroy our world by making new stuff. Oh wait, now you can pay more for something they call ELITE. Maybe it's the Elite pass to the space ship to evacuate the world
  71. Wolvklaw
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I don't understand the negative, except due to the BF3 competition. MW3 is a fantastic game. Finally perfecting the multiplayer aspect and giving us a payoff with all the time we have spent prestiging the last 5 years. The maps are open and broad. The SP is what you expect from a CoD game. As far as CoD goes, its the best one to date.
  72. mistrials
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    I am extremely disappointed with the new MW3, did everyone that made the first 2 good jump ship? I was really excited to pick this up, that wore off after a couple of hours with it. The maps seem ridiculously cluttered and small, and they all feel the exact same. I was really hoping for some fun open maps like wasteland or underpass, even some of the maps from Black Ops were better. II am extremely disappointed with the new MW3, did everyone that made the first 2 good jump ship? I was really excited to pick this up, that wore off after a couple of hours with it. The maps seem ridiculously cluttered and small, and they all feel the exact same. I was really hoping for some fun open maps like wasteland or underpass, even some of the maps from Black Ops were better. I am very disappointed, only pick up if you have nothing else to play this year!… Expand
  73. ljh217
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It's everything you expect from Call of Duty. You have the campaign, spec-ops and multiplayer. After some hands on time with the multiplayer it'es easier to see that his game is much much better than BLOPs ever was. It's at the very least on par with MW2, although Call Of Duty is clearly a sinking ship and activision need to start looking at reinventing the series.
  74. RyanMorgan
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    Individually, MW3 is a fantastic game, but one can only compare to previous Call of Duty titles, and this leaves a lot to be desired.

    First of all, the graphics have undergone zero improvement, and that includes all the killstreak icons, in-game text and HUD. The menus and screens are all the same, and the whole multilayer experience lacks any real innovation. Okay, so they added Strike    Individually, MW3 is a fantastic game, but one can only compare to previous Call of Duty titles, and this leaves a lot to be desired.

    First of all, the graphics have undergone zero improvement, and that includes all the killstreak icons, in-game text and HUD. The menus and screens are all the same, and the whole multilayer experience lacks any real innovation. Okay, so they added Strike Packages, some weapons, and the weapon levelling system, but that really is about it. From the main menu with the traditional 3 rectangular options to the lobbies, nothing is new. Even the voices of triumph or defeat are the same words in a slightly different accent.

    Multiplayer games are incredibly laggy and unrefined; sprinting is quite a task, especially when you wobble around, and the dolphin dive in Black Ops doesn't make feature in this title, which is sad.

    The campaign is phenomenal, but again, the standard graphics we've become used to mean there's always something missing. It's the typical formula of CoD titles since World at War, and once more, lacks any real innovation.

    Spec Ops includes the new survival mode, which is as limited as it is boring. Only two players can play together, and it's repetitive and no way near as entertaining as the Zombies in Treyarch's titles. In summary, MW3 is a good buy, but don't expect much difference from MW2. Black Ops is still personally my favourite title, what with the Zombies, COD points and huge customisation potential.    … Expand
  75. tk420
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Its is just a 60 doller expansion pack. It fills like a bunch of newbs made it. It has ton of lags, there is more chetters in this game then ever before. The controls are clunky. Elit doesn't work at all, and it is a scam for your money. I hate qick scoping people with lag swichs get old. The game code is just old, getting knifeing 20 feet away piss me off. This game is for little kids,Its is just a 60 doller expansion pack. It fills like a bunch of newbs made it. It has ton of lags, there is more chetters in this game then ever before. The controls are clunky. Elit doesn't work at all, and it is a scam for your money. I hate qick scoping people with lag swichs get old. The game code is just old, getting knifeing 20 feet away piss me off. This game is for little kids, chetters, and casual gamer.… Expand
  76. misterbluefield
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    No innovation whatsoever except for a few maps and weapons/tweaks. While some may think this is an amazing game, its just the same game we've been playing for the past few years with a new number slapped onto it. Seriously, I regret getting this again. Just the fact that they release this game every year, I wouldn't be surprised if they announced another Call of Duty game in a month. ThisNo innovation whatsoever except for a few maps and weapons/tweaks. While some may think this is an amazing game, its just the same game we've been playing for the past few years with a new number slapped onto it. Seriously, I regret getting this again. Just the fact that they release this game every year, I wouldn't be surprised if they announced another Call of Duty game in a month. This game doesn't even deserve a score.… Expand
  77. romanzolanski
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Not what I was expecting at all, waste of money. For starters Elite has been nothing but a hassle and I regret talking my friends into getting it. I was told I'd receive exclusive content, that I have yet to see. Still wondering why I was not handed a field journal as promised. All in all, they took the same tired game, small maps, and PC like graphics and threw in a bunch of nonsenseNot what I was expecting at all, waste of money. For starters Elite has been nothing but a hassle and I regret talking my friends into getting it. I was told I'd receive exclusive content, that I have yet to see. Still wondering why I was not handed a field journal as promised. All in all, they took the same tired game, small maps, and PC like graphics and threw in a bunch of nonsense bells and whistles. I have no desire to fly a recon helicopter around the map as a kill streak. I will be trading the game in and requesting a refund for Elite. Then and only then will I return to playing Battlefield 3.… Expand
  78. cutigers3405
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Not sure why all the hate for this game. People complain about how similar it is to the last COD, but yet each year COD sells more copies than the previous entry. Why? The answer is simple: the multiplayer is downright addicting. MW3 has the same formula for multiplayer, but adds some fun changes such as Strike Packages. Outside of multiplayer the game has a solid campaign and twoNot sure why all the hate for this game. People complain about how similar it is to the last COD, but yet each year COD sells more copies than the previous entry. Why? The answer is simple: the multiplayer is downright addicting. MW3 has the same formula for multiplayer, but adds some fun changes such as Strike Packages. Outside of multiplayer the game has a solid campaign and two great modes in Spec Ops and Survival. There is enough here to keep you busy for hours and hours. For me, MW3 is a great entry in the series and if you love COD, there's no reason you wouldn't enjoy this one.… Expand
  79. reese357
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    mw3 is the best cod game so far the single player game is decent the multiplayer rocks and thats why i buy it.cant wait till the next generation of consoles the graphics could use some improving online its fast paced and fun and on fun factor alone i give it a 10 and to me thats what its all about.
  80. Qwips
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I think this is an awesome game, I for one haven't played any of the other call of Duty game but this has been a great introduction into the franchise 10/10 here !
  81. deadpool12689
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    infiniity ward what happened im going to go play call of duty 2 again (best call of duty ever!!!!) at least it will be a change even if the game is 6 years old
  82. emptyspot
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    disappointing game,boring campaing levels and the multiplayer is the same as mw2.I loved modern warfare 1 because it brings innovation to the gender and multiplayer made the game been amazing but after that each call of duty game is more of the same.
  83. Drewboo31
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Sure it is the same game it is a FPS war game what do expect. You know beforehand what you are going to get so quit complaining. Instead of complaining on sites like this why donâ
  84. MagnumSpy
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Everyone is going to have their own personal opinion of this game. My opinion is it looks way mors advancedthan Modern Warfare 2 doesn' feel like a rehash of an old game at all. It's multiplayer feels smoother and more robust than Black ops. The game is fun and enjoyableso I give it a 10 for that. The graphics are attractive and there is a ton of eye candy to keep you entertained. I amEveryone is going to have their own personal opinion of this game. My opinion is it looks way mors advancedthan Modern Warfare 2 doesn' feel like a rehash of an old game at all. It's multiplayer feels smoother and more robust than Black ops. The game is fun and enjoyableso I give it a 10 for that. The graphics are attractive and there is a ton of eye candy to keep you entertained. I am not a fan boy I also enjoy the Battlefield series. I feel the two games shouldn't be compared in reviews since both are different games all they share is the same genre being shooters. Modern Warfare 3 is excellent and both single player and multiplayer should be tried by all serious first person shooter fans.… Expand
  85. IngloriousHenry
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    Call of Duty failed this year, not because it is a bad game, but because it doesn't deliver any inovation. The Call of Duty series needs to follow the Battlefield example and stay out of the market for some years, and renovate the franchise... That said, I have no choice but to give a low "grade"... Call of Duty just failed the year.
  86. proplay
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    The Call Of Duty franchise has received much deserving critical acclaim from all over the world. The series set a high standard with Call Of Duty 4 Modern Warfare that continued with modern warfare 2, and black ops. However, there is nothing significantly new and fresh with modern warfare 3. The game has the same admirable high production values that the previous games in the series have,The Call Of Duty franchise has received much deserving critical acclaim from all over the world. The series set a high standard with Call Of Duty 4 Modern Warfare that continued with modern warfare 2, and black ops. However, there is nothing significantly new and fresh with modern warfare 3. The game has the same admirable high production values that the previous games in the series have, and there is plenty of improvements and refinements in the overall package, but it seems developer activision is satisfied only with replicating nearly the same content the other modern warfare games contained and while this should be enough to please hardcore fans of the series that are willing to accept what i would call an expensive expansion, mw3 should not be highly praised for only having high production values and doing the same thing over and over again. If it were the first installment in the modern warfare series, the effort here would have been highly praised in my regard, but with this third iteration it all feels much too similar.… Expand
  87. m1987mp
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    There are way too many haters on this site. This game is definetley not bad. This game is so much fun. People have to calm down and enjoy it for what it is, A VIDEO GAME. 9/10 is my real score but these user reviews are getting me mad.
  88. Hdogowns
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Best COD ever! This game is not just better than black ops, it annihaltes everything about it. MW3 takes the COD formula and redefines it with amazing tweaks and the amazing integration of elite. This is a must buy for any shooter fan.
  89. Chiefmac
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Any scores of 0,1,2 etc are ridiculous and a huge exaggeration.even if u don't like the game because u think it's repetitive of previous cod titles (and ur entitled to think that) its still a game worth a decent if not mediocre score.lets face it,u all stood in line til midnight to get ur copy because u enjoyed the previous games,and let's face it...this is no worse than black ops orAny scores of 0,1,2 etc are ridiculous and a huge exaggeration.even if u don't like the game because u think it's repetitive of previous cod titles (and ur entitled to think that) its still a game worth a decent if not mediocre score.lets face it,u all stood in line til midnight to get ur copy because u enjoyed the previous games,and let's face it...this is no worse than black ops or MW2.everyone wanted to love battlefield at the expense of COD but if u ask me which plays better for worever reason, my preference is MW3.campaign is extremely entertaining and the multiplayer is one of the most rewarding,highly detailed online games of all time.very few other games offer the customisation and high quality development that this series does.it may be similar to previous COD games but jus cuz battlefield looks better on paper (vehicles,destructive environment etc) it doesn't mean that the COD developers have been lazy on this game.ignore the quite frankly ridiculous ratings of 0,1 etc and buy this game...at worst it's a very fun fps well worth the money… Expand
  90. SRA013
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Definitely exceeded my expectations. The only thing I would like to see is a 4 player co-op mode. Special ops is fun and all, but a 4 player survival mode would have been a welcome addition. Not a big fan of the heart beat sensor either.
  91. Swiftgamer18
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I've logged several hours into Modern Warfare 3 and could not be more disappointed. This product should have been titled Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.5. So little has been altered from the previous installments that I actually have a hard time pinpointing the changes. I see no reason to purchase this game at $60 and would not recommend this to anyone.
  92. BigT1106
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    If you ever wanted an expansion pack for MW2 but really wanted to pay full price for it look no further than Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3. The single player is painfully short with another ho hum grey and brown world filled with chest high walls and if you've played any multiplayer FPS in recent years you've played this one. Activision recently announced that the CoD series is going toIf you ever wanted an expansion pack for MW2 but really wanted to pay full price for it look no further than Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3. The single player is painfully short with another ho hum grey and brown world filled with chest high walls and if you've played any multiplayer FPS in recent years you've played this one. Activision recently announced that the CoD series is going to a yearly release model so look forward to less and less new features as this once great series slides down the slope of overpriced mediocrity.… Expand
  93. awpitt13
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is horrible, you cant even create ranked custom games so that you can farm xp with your friends then be 12 years old and camp in corners and just win all day. How dumb. Also guys have guns and shoot at you, I need a game where the other players can't shoot back because I'm pretty bad.
  94. TheEverglow
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Complete joke. So glad that there are still real games around like Battlefield 3. I can't believe someone thought this would be a good game to release.
  95. zpoc
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    an iteration of the series rather than a dramatic innovative release (much like gears of war 3, uncharted 3, god of war 3 etc, etc), the game still shines as both an exciting, over-the-top action game in its single player campaign, and as an addictive multiplayer suite. disappointment with the lack of a new game engine (still using a slightly updated version of MW1's engine from 2007) isan iteration of the series rather than a dramatic innovative release (much like gears of war 3, uncharted 3, god of war 3 etc, etc), the game still shines as both an exciting, over-the-top action game in its single player campaign, and as an addictive multiplayer suite. disappointment with the lack of a new game engine (still using a slightly updated version of MW1's engine from 2007) is understandable, but the 60 frames per second framerate it provides still puts it above other competitors in that regard. some people wont care, but for those of us that do, those 60fps add a level of fluidity rarely found in console games.

    the argument of iteration vs innovation is a valid one - at the end of the day, both are worthwhile pursuits, and it's clear that activision is playing it a little safe by introducing small changes (my favorite being the ability to level up guns) rather than introducing drastic overhauls. the original MW game was such a huge breakthrough you can hardly blame them for sticking close to it's playbook, but that said, if you didn't like it then you're not going to like it now. but for those of us who enjoy it, MW3 is just about what we'd hoped it'd be.    … Expand
  96. Sternenplasma
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I love it ! Its exactly what you expect after MW2. I only buy the IW Titles, and this one never let me down. My friends and i playing the MP for hours and its even more fun than the campaign. The only complain is, there is no Hans Zimmer music... Hope that MW4 will have Hans back!
  97. Drozd
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I remember a time when in order to get a score of 8 and up a game had to bring innovation from the past titles in the series. Nowadays all you need to do is slap a Call of Duty title on it and reuse as many resources as you can from the past games.

    If you want to be out 80 dollars and left with a feeling of disappointment when you realize all you did was buy an MW2 expansion pack then go    I remember a time when in order to get a score of 8 and up a game had to bring innovation from the past titles in the series. Nowadays all you need to do is slap a Call of Duty title on it and reuse as many resources as you can from the past games.

    If you want to be out 80 dollars and left with a feeling of disappointment when you realize all you did was buy an MW2 expansion pack then go ahead and buy this game.    … Expand
  98. philly42
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    This is the best call of duty to date. I took a week vacation to log so long hours. It will not be long enough. The game rocks in every aspect, it you like call of duty or 1st persons shooters, do not miss this game, it is an incredible experience. Answer the call, you will not be sorry.
  99. RaiderMX
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Really this game is Moder Warfere "3"; I cant believe its another game. It feels too much like MW2 DLC. The gameplay is equal, the history is very "cliche" and predictable, and the multiplayer is the same of the last 4 games... really? I think this "Call of Duty" will die like "Guitar Hero". I will save in my memory CoD 2 and 4. The others are only DLCs with a full-game cost.
  100. SteeloSick
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I think the multiplayer is better than MW2, and the maps are varied enough to warrant buying this one. I think many are overly critical of this game. I think the Elite helps it out too, more than just getting everyones money. The weapon leveling system is good too, and Special Ops puts it over the top when you dont feel like playing multiplayer.
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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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