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. bxrican149
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I'm your classic COD Hater. i really don't like Military FPS i think that a Video Game is meant to give you a sense of fantasy and Military Shooters don't do that for me but MW 3 has managed to grasp me in a way other military shooting titles haven't. I've played BF 3 and Medal of Honor as well as resistance but MW 3 really did Military FPS a great justice and I'll recommend it to anyone.
  2. Xxrvbgrifxx
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Call of duty is a huge game millions upon millions of purchases. But this games best aspect is its infamous title. Cheap thrills on an old engine with the same child infested multiplayer of cod modern warfare 1&2 and black ops. This game doesnt continue the interesting story of Modern Warfare 1&2 and I am incapable of taking any game seriously from infinity ward. Half of their foundersCall of duty is a huge game millions upon millions of purchases. But this games best aspect is its infamous title. Cheap thrills on an old engine with the same child infested multiplayer of cod modern warfare 1&2 and black ops. This game doesnt continue the interesting story of Modern Warfare 1&2 and I am incapable of taking any game seriously from infinity ward. Half of their founders abandoned this sinking ship of a franchise, why shouldn't everyone else do the same?… Expand
  3. djwizzle22
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    This game is just a glorified expansion pack of mw2. Everything feels the same, all they did was change the guns and add some customization features that do not impact gameplay significantly. Even with support killstreaks, the game still promotes camping with the standard killstreaks which are more powerful. Haven't tried the new spec ops yet but this game is supposed to be about the MP.
  4. CODER
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Dear Mr.Glen Schofield

    Please go back and make a better game. Please don't use the same sounds, engine, visuals and much much more every year on year. If you want peoples money (even though you already got it) then please treat your costumers with some dignity. Now lets not talk about the horrible campaign that no one will ever remember or care about. But why not focus all your resources    Dear Mr.Glen Schofield

    Please go back and make a better game. Please don't use the same sounds, engine, visuals and much much more every year on year. If you want peoples money (even though you already got it) then please treat your costumers with some dignity. Now lets not talk about the horrible campaign that no one will ever remember or care about. But why not focus all your resources on the online mode which is what everyone is paying to play. You made 16 maps for this game on launch day and you think they are worth 60$?

    Go back to the drawing board and rethink your strategies. You think that Counter-Strike is what it is because Valve treat their costumers like you?

    Thank you!!! :)    … Expand
  5. Battlefield-3
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is absolutely terrible, if you're looking for a good shooter, I recommend Battlefield 3. Lots of little fanboys and infants that are in love with the series will cushion the score by voting 10/10, but in reality, the game deserves a 2.5/10 at best.
  6. infwonder
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    They should have done better when they knew they will be facing challenges from BF3, and yet they simply made a game that's extremely similar to their previous title and ask people to buy it? Now even ask user to give them higher rating? Shame on them!
  7. zaken1235
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    What should have been a DLC campaign, and DLC maps has instead been released as a full fledged game for $60. If you had played the previous titles expect no different, LITERALLY. The same enviroments have been reused and the same textures and scenarios have been reused as well, and the game's engine hasn't changed since WW Nam. It is LITERALLY the same game. It is insulting that ActivisionWhat should have been a DLC campaign, and DLC maps has instead been released as a full fledged game for $60. If you had played the previous titles expect no different, LITERALLY. The same enviroments have been reused and the same textures and scenarios have been reused as well, and the game's engine hasn't changed since WW Nam. It is LITERALLY the same game. It is insulting that Activision thinks that people should pay for this 4 hour DLC and mappack combo, just insulting. If you want a different MW game, just follow the Madden Rule: wait three years between installments for a different game.… Expand
  8. malypso
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    I have been playing this game for some time now and feel comfortable enough to write a simple review about it. Lets be clear about one thing, my opinion is based on previous versions of the game and from a consumers point of view. Is it worth purchasing a game that has been recycled with few updates? To some it is, but for me its not. It is time to break the monotony of this game. This isI have been playing this game for some time now and feel comfortable enough to write a simple review about it. Lets be clear about one thing, my opinion is based on previous versions of the game and from a consumers point of view. Is it worth purchasing a game that has been recycled with few updates? To some it is, but for me its not. It is time to break the monotony of this game. This is MW2.5 at best! This game is couple of new maps, guns, and modes, that could've been released as an expansion pack. We as a consumer are entitled to more than just mindless shooters that feel like your hand is being held the whole way through. The only good thing about this game is the Spec Ops portion of it. I don't have much to say that I haven't said already. This will be the last COD purchase I make until Infinity Ward decides to build MW, or any COD from the ground up. It's nice to see 60fps but at the same time its hard to put up with textures that are last gen in hi resolution. If you have played MW before and MW2 and are expecting something different then don't be surprised when you pop this game in and say to yourself, "haven't I done this before"? You as a consumer deserve better...… Expand
  9. JVStan1987
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Another year, another Call of Duty. This year brings about Modern Warfare 3 the sequel to 2009's Modern Warfare 2. Overall the game play is very similar to other incarnations of the Call of Duty series. This incarnation comes with the standard tweaks to multiplayer that you would expect. Yes, this is more of the same but it's still a fun experience.
  10. dunsy22
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Terrible game, I feel ripped off. Might as well just call it modern warfare 2 with new, cagey maps. Completely lacks any strategic emphasis. Its a reflex race. Im going back to BF3
  11. Whitesabbath
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Not really a credit to your game to outsell all the competition when all the riches are spent on marketing and disgusting bonuses for a development team that has the skill level of a five man pug mod team. Quality has nothing to do with popularity in a society that has autotune and dancing with the stars. I guess that means Justin Bieber makes the best music because he tops the charts.Not really a credit to your game to outsell all the competition when all the riches are spent on marketing and disgusting bonuses for a development team that has the skill level of a five man pug mod team. Quality has nothing to do with popularity in a society that has autotune and dancing with the stars. I guess that means Justin Bieber makes the best music because he tops the charts. MW3 is the fat guy from Superbad getting imaginary kills. The game is as stupid as Tommy the five year old pressing right on his D pad and getting 10 kills with his super dooper skills because he found a care package(very powerful). Sorry Call of Duty faithful, the bad reviews will keep coming because modern warfare 2 wasn't our first gaming experience and we don't care how many times you prestige. Unfortunately the gaming industry is very copy cat and we don't want future developers thinking that we are all aboard for the stinky big mac that Call of Duty has become.… Expand
  12. Seattlebob
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    same as my pc review and now they are asking fans to make their score higher so that makes me mark my score even lower becasue of that. I think it's crap that they keep making the same game over and over just like starwars.
  13. Foolscap
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Fantastic game. Black Ops made me quit the multiplayer scene, so it's nice to see this more like MW2. Multiplayer is nicely balanced, the inclusion of a support class that doesn't reset killstreaks upon death helps give us non-elite players a way to contribute. I don't get the hate, folks saying it's a bad game because it's more of the same CoD experience. I suppose we can give SkyrimFantastic game. Black Ops made me quit the multiplayer scene, so it's nice to see this more like MW2. Multiplayer is nicely balanced, the inclusion of a support class that doesn't reset killstreaks upon death helps give us non-elite players a way to contribute. I don't get the hate, folks saying it's a bad game because it's more of the same CoD experience. I suppose we can give Skyrim bad reviews, it's just a rehash of Oblivion. Assassin's creed is another rehash. The argument is flawed, and in the case if the MW series frankly there is no need to reinvent the wheel. In the end MW3 is very polished and fun to play.… Expand
  14. PaulerA
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
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  15. theborch909
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I don't understand why people are making excuses for Activision thinking their customers are stupid (unless most of them are). They put new colors on the same game from 2001 and then hyped as the greatest thing since sliced bread, sliced bread being invented the previous summer. They pretty much made a $60 Map/weapons pack. Demand more for your money, don't accept whatever rehashedI don't understand why people are making excuses for Activision thinking their customers are stupid (unless most of them are). They put new colors on the same game from 2001 and then hyped as the greatest thing since sliced bread, sliced bread being invented the previous summer. They pretty much made a $60 Map/weapons pack. Demand more for your money, don't accept whatever rehashed garbage the serve you. There is proof they copied over entire buildings from Black Ops and yet people still make excuses. Activision/IW have plenty of money to design a new game and yet they decided you they would just steal your money and re-paint the last game.… Expand
  16. mariot332
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    this is a great game the people who are giving it a 0 are the skyrim **** they are only giving it a bad rating so people will buy there game instead this has everything i liked about there other games and they added on so much more that just make this game great
  17. theconnorparty
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    It is things like this that make me lose faith in the gaming community. As I type this there are 2,419 negative reviews of this game. This game is a legitimate GOTY contender and yet it has a 3.2 user score. I read these reviews that say things like "Not as good as Battlefield 3 or Black Ops: 0", or "Good if you're 15: 0". If you give this game a zero, that means there is LITERALLY noIt is things like this that make me lose faith in the gaming community. As I type this there are 2,419 negative reviews of this game. This game is a legitimate GOTY contender and yet it has a 3.2 user score. I read these reviews that say things like "Not as good as Battlefield 3 or Black Ops: 0", or "Good if you're 15: 0". If you give this game a zero, that means there is LITERALLY no redeeming quality about the game, and if you think that about this game, your parents shouldn't have let you take off your helmet and let you near a computer to rate this game. It's really pathetic. I like to think that all of these people are just trolls who realized that they can only get a boner by pissing off other people, but deep in my heart, I know that some of you are just that stupid. I hate all of you. This game is incredible, the graphics are fantastic, the campaign is taking an epic approach to storytelling that has never existed in videogames before. It might not be as big of an improvement over MW2 as MW2 was over CoD4, but does that meaning MW3 deserves a horrible review. Scrolling down this page is embarassing. I like to think that the people who play videogames are more level-headed and less pants-s**ttingly stupid, but I guess not. I hate all of you so much.… Expand
  18. infomaniac
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    well after playing the game same more, i have concluded the game is not as bad as I first thought, however this game is far from perfect, But still activision greed annoys me. 20 DLC, Mind=blown, suppose people will have tons of maps to play with but still, DAMN. Also learned that IW has been reusing material today, that doesn't bug me at all but some of the copy and paste is just sowell after playing the game same more, i have concluded the game is not as bad as I first thought, however this game is far from perfect, But still activision greed annoys me. 20 DLC, Mind=blown, suppose people will have tons of maps to play with but still, DAMN. Also learned that IW has been reusing material today, that doesn't bug me at all but some of the copy and paste is just so oblivious and unchanged, that does bother me, talk about making a game fast as possible. Maybe soon we able to make our own maps maybe (not likely but I think it cool idea).… Expand
  19. TFrancis32
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    From a multiplayer point of view, the maps are weak. I feel like I'm trapped where ever I go. Sniper usage is none existent unless you plan on run and gun no scoping. Just seems like endless corridors/hallways resulting in nothing but close quarters encounters. The map size themselves are exactly the same with pointless obstacles and wreckage strewn about as a filler. I'm a die hard CODFrom a multiplayer point of view, the maps are weak. I feel like I'm trapped where ever I go. Sniper usage is none existent unless you plan on run and gun no scoping. Just seems like endless corridors/hallways resulting in nothing but close quarters encounters. The map size themselves are exactly the same with pointless obstacles and wreckage strewn about as a filler. I'm a die hard COD fan and BF3 took the cake this year. Sad thing is, majority of people are disappointed in the game even though sales were great. Though it was expected being Infinityward had a hand in the game, people will buy their next effort in hopes of a better game next time around.… Expand
  20. RedBehrend
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I created an account just to show my displeasure with this game. Did they think of anything new? Do they really spend all that time and money just recreating the same things over? I am not saying BF3 is perfect but at least they tried new things, made great improvements to their engine etc.. I feel like I just loaded a mod of one of the old COD games, I am happy this was given to me andI created an account just to show my displeasure with this game. Did they think of anything new? Do they really spend all that time and money just recreating the same things over? I am not saying BF3 is perfect but at least they tried new things, made great improvements to their engine etc.. I feel like I just loaded a mod of one of the old COD games, I am happy this was given to me and I didn't spend 60 dollars on it because I would be demanding a refund. I know they put time and effort into the game and I give them props for their hard work but was it towards anything new? I don't feel like it, I think it was just a waste of time when it comes to moving forward.… Expand
  21. Yewbow
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    Worst Call of Duty game to date. It is almost like they repainted MW2 and then dangled a couple of wrinkled carrots in front of our noises that were supposed to be improvements. Overall very disappointed,
  22. KayLux
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I went out and got it at the midnight release and played it for a straight 7 hours through the morning and loved it all. I have no idea why people can say the game is that bad. I personally love it more than MW2 which I loved a lot. The SP is even more action packed than the last which was in itself amazing, The new Special Ops are great fun, I've spent many hours play survival mode withI went out and got it at the midnight release and played it for a straight 7 hours through the morning and loved it all. I have no idea why people can say the game is that bad. I personally love it more than MW2 which I loved a lot. The SP is even more action packed than the last which was in itself amazing, The new Special Ops are great fun, I've spent many hours play survival mode with friends, the Spec Ops missions are also great fun. As for the multiplayer I love it also, the new gamemode "Kill Confirmed" is so much fun and ads a whole new dimension to the game, you actually have to think about gaming now instead of just kills! Love it

    All in all, definitely glad I bought this game!    … Expand
  23. a9z9
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Je vais mettre 10 pour remonter la note, bien que ce soit quasi inutile. Certes le jeu est presque identique a MW2, mais avec des améliorations (niveaux des armes par exemple), le gameplay n'a pas changé, ce qui est, selon moi, excellent. Les graphismes? Quasi identiques par rapport a MW2, et alors? Si les gens l'achètent, c'est pour le gameplay. EtJe vais mettre 10 pour remonter la note, bien que ce soit quasi inutile. Certes le jeu est presque identique a MW2, mais avec des améliorations (niveaux des armes par exemple), le gameplay n'a pas changé, ce qui est, selon moi, excellent. Les graphismes? Quasi identiques par rapport a MW2, et alors? Si les gens l'achètent, c'est pour le gameplay. Et franchement, les graphismes sont parfaitement acceptables. Je ne vois aucune raison de descendre un jeu de cette façon, au final ça montre que vous n'êtes pas les plus malins. MW3 est un très bon jeu, le solo est fou, le multi, pareil. Si vous n'aimez pas, passez, point. Pas besoin de faire une montagne pour ça, au final vous ne faites que vous répéter, enfin c'est marrant au moins ! GG Acti !… Expand
  24. EnemaViaPope
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    In two words? -Completely rubbish. Nothing to see here folks. Save your money for something that didn't take 45 mins to develop. If you want to experience the multi-player pick up MW1,MW2, CoD;WaW or Black op's second hand, they're all the same really.
  25. ImPlace
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It's awesome I suppose! I don't really want to right a review, because I'm awesome. But the game is alright. It has theatre mode (which is awesome) and two bolt action sniper rifles and some new modes and game types. It's actually a really good game.
  26. cineeek
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I turned the game on a new TV, the graphics in modern warfare 2 is not comparable to modern warfare third Something wonderful. Multiplayer maps are flattering in every detail. Now I know what he meant mw3 author, speaking of the graphics engine, similar to Porsche. I recommend to all
  27. Barkwe
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    If you have played MW, or MW2, then you don't need this game. It is the same game with a few different textures. Picture it as an expansion pack to MW2, at full retail price.
  28. hammer1234
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Try and play free for all. With dying no longer being an issue in getting your killstreak rewards, the radar is constantly red with enemy stuff. And since all the maps are ridiculously small, there is nowhere you're safe for even 3 seconds. Literally.
  29. Toad321
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Call of Duty is merely a dumbed-down experience for a dumb, casual audience. I don't find it surprising that this series sells more in the states. Where it appeals to the majority of teenagers who are under the dilusion that shooters are the best games evar. Lol
  30. can00k
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    It's just a rehash of MW2. The only difference in the gameplay is the guns. The campaign is alright, but I wouldn't buy FPS game just for the campaign. If you have the desire to play an original game, don't get MW3.
  31. condieshow
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I have no idea why this game is getting bad reviews. It just seems that everybody just likes to hate on COD because it's successful. Sure it's not the prettiest game but I don't play for graphics alone. I think it's funny that people will just say what ever they want just so they can make something fail. I have played it, the campaign, spec-ops, and a online and everything is great! ItI have no idea why this game is getting bad reviews. It just seems that everybody just likes to hate on COD because it's successful. Sure it's not the prettiest game but I don't play for graphics alone. I think it's funny that people will just say what ever they want just so they can make something fail. I have played it, the campaign, spec-ops, and a online and everything is great! It does need a few fixes, but overall, it is a game that I believe is worth a nine. I don't care if what other people think, if I enjoy it that is all that matters. Haters going to hate!… Expand
  32. Reg2vote0zero
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    hey !! who are you playing on !! .. just forget it !! i hate you from now on !! >> ...

    its a COPY from MW2 !! Mw3 = Mw2 !! = Its just a DLC !! ... why do i pay 59$ for a DLC !! ????? hey .. we are not kids .. we are 18+ we could realize between hard work .. and baby's work !! and guess what .. a 20 DLC is coming in 9 months !!! WTF !!!!!! how about to give you my Month's salary ...    hey !! who are you playing on !! .. just forget it !! i hate you from now on !! >> ...

    its a COPY from MW2 !!

    Mw3 = Mw2 !! = Its just a DLC !! ... why do i pay 59$ for a DLC !! ?????

    hey .. we are not kids .. we are 18+

    we could realize between hard work .. and baby's work !!

    and guess what .. a 20 DLC is coming in 9 months !!! WTF !!!!!! how about to give you my Month's salary ... ???

    ohh please ... !! just GO TO H**L !! -_-"    … Expand
  33. PoundasaurusREX
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    If you want to pay for a $60 map pack with really **** new features and really bad physics buy this game. If you're a big boy and want to save your money or buy a game worth while then don't. This game is absolute garbage.
  34. RID3R-27
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    J'emmerde ce qui dise mal de ce jeux ! Je suis un grand fan de ce jeux ! Juste Black ops qui m'a profondément déçu. Après chacun son opinion, le mien est dit..
  35. TheVoiceOfReaso
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Remember when CoD4:MW came out? I do. It was incredible and set many standards for today's FPS. Skip ahead to MW2 (treyarch doesn't make real AAA games), the nuke was cool the first couple times you got it, but then there wasn't much new outside of broken Perks and gun combos, and then the SP got out of control story wise and online had quality issues. Now jump back to today (I'mRemember when CoD4:MW came out? I do. It was incredible and set many standards for today's FPS. Skip ahead to MW2 (treyarch doesn't make real AAA games), the nuke was cool the first couple times you got it, but then there wasn't much new outside of broken Perks and gun combos, and then the SP got out of control story wise and online had quality issues. Now jump back to today (I'm skipping Blops because Treyarch is a terrible developer for various reasons), 4 hours, 4 hours to complete the SP at my casual pace, what a JOKE, just like it's quality. It wasn't "heart racing" or any catch phrase like that, it was a mess, no direction, and flat out boring. MP is a hot mess right now. So many bugs and glitches. So many disconnects, "host migrating", and lag. So much lag it can make the ridiculously large hitboxes and autoaim seem even more absurd. Infinity Ward and company took Stalin's philosophy on here with the maps: "Quantity has a quality of it's very own". Yes, there's a great number of maps, but considering how small and poorly laid out they are, of course they can put so many maps in there when each were probably designed during a sandwich break on a napkin. The perk system is once again a mess and we all know what everyone will be complaining about already. The one and single shiny stone to be found in MP is "Kill Confirmed", and it would be incredible to play if the game wasn't having so many issues along with the poor map design. And of course, the horrible legally retarded respawn system is back.

    Graphically, the game is something I'd expect not from an AAA title, but a B-class. The Quake engine is laughably dated now, and they've already put lipstick, blush, eyeliner, and eye shadow on that pig. It doesn't hold 60fps on consoles steady, seemingly halving itself at times even on the 360, and it runs at sub-HD resolutions. "Well just get the PC version". You want me to go there? Ok. Anyone who bought this game for PC is going to be walking funny for a week or two. NO FoV, muddy textures, "boxy effects", mouse aiming issues, and the worst slap in the face is coming, "Dedicated Servers". Yay I thought. Nope, Chuck Testa. They're only available in non-ranked play. The PC version of this game is a literal SLAP in the face of PC gamers.

    Battlefield 3 has it's fair share of issues, but you can tell there's love to be found in that game, even by DICE's own usual sub-quality support efforts of the past. The SP is insulting to play in both, but at least BF3's MP has a quality to it in nearly every regard. Can't say the same here for MW3.

    MW3 PROVES without a shadow of a doubt how corrupt "gaming journalists/critics" are. This game is a solid 5 or 6 at best. Take into consideration how much money this series makes, where does it go for the end user? No where, it goes into the pockets of the suits at Activision. There's no excuse for an AAA-title like this to be in the 5-6 range, and thus I'm docking points because I feel Activision is insulting it's userbase here by not putting that money back in to work for their FPS cash-cow. And finally, I'm docking points for how horrible the PC version is, as it's disgusting how they treated that userbase.

    This game was in a whole a shining example of what is wrong with Activision, the developers, and the media. If the videogame market crashes again, this title will be the poster child of what's wrong in the industry.    … Expand
  36. Lastdef
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    First things first; MW3 is a good game, and I would typically rate it as a package at 7.5, but I am giving it a 6 just to balance all of the COD fans giving it a 10 "stamp" as a result of Glen Schofield asking for a "Fair" rating. I thought the set pieces and story itself was entertaining and fun but the game play itself just feels a little hollow, physics, explosions,enemy spawns,First things first; MW3 is a good game, and I would typically rate it as a package at 7.5, but I am giving it a 6 just to balance all of the COD fans giving it a 10 "stamp" as a result of Glen Schofield asking for a "Fair" rating. I thought the set pieces and story itself was entertaining and fun but the game play itself just feels a little hollow, physics, explosions,enemy spawns, graphics, gun play all lack the impact of similar games in the genre. while other games innovate and improve MW3 hasn't kept up with current gen expectations, and seem satisfied with giving us more of the same. Same graphics, same game play, same MP, same everything. I think low Metacritic scores are a result of gamers frustrations, and should be taken as an opportunity to get in touch with the reality of the current game market. People just don't have a lot of extra money laying around for games that are marketed as the next big thing but are just cash in attempts. It makes people upset when they feel like they have been taken advantage of. . its time to wake up and hear the gaming public, or become the next formerly successful franchise.… Expand
  37. burjeffton
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    I'm really struggling to enjoy this game. For $60 I'm playing a near identical experience Call of Duty has offered for the past 5 years. The evolution, new additions and gameplay aren't there for me, and that's disappointing.

    The game is solid from a graphic and gameplay standpoint. If you've never played a COD game, this is the most refined. If you've played a COD game before, save your    I'm really struggling to enjoy this game. For $60 I'm playing a near identical experience Call of Duty has offered for the past 5 years. The evolution, new additions and gameplay aren't there for me, and that's disappointing.

    The game is solid from a graphic and gameplay standpoint. If you've never played a COD game, this is the most refined. If you've played a COD game before, save your $60 and continue on with your current version.    … Expand
  38. kpopped91
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is just the same old Modern Warfare with new maps and some extra guns. Nothing special at all. This series used to be good but that all stopped at MW2. Game is buggy, single player is lackluster, multiplayer is the same. Activision/IW needs to stop milking this and make an actual good CoD game again.
  39. ASTARTES
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    We've all seen sequels that go too far for innovation and spoil the original game-play. MW3 is NOT one of those games. If anything, MW3 will be remembered for how much it DIDN'T change. I have thought to myself "but wait... I've already played this game" more than once.

    Like another reviewer said, the campaign plays like it was written by Michael Bay's evil twin. Full of huge explosions    We've all seen sequels that go too far for innovation and spoil the original game-play. MW3 is NOT one of those games. If anything, MW3 will be remembered for how much it DIDN'T change. I have thought to myself "but wait... I've already played this game" more than once.

    Like another reviewer said, the campaign plays like it was written by Michael Bay's evil twin. Full of huge explosions and silly reasoning that fills in for plot. The campaign is entertaining, but it's like candy. Have too much in one sitting and you'll get sick. The campaign is also very short, which is fine with me since it's full to the brim with HOLY SH!T moments.

    MP is a direct continuation of the CoD formula with it's usual flaws and infrequent high points. Bullet lag is still a major problem. Too many times have I shot a player 3-4 times, watch the Kill-cam and see that 0 shots registered. Since I have already played my fair share (and gotten bored) of CoD online, there isn't much bringing me back game-play wise... which leads me to my last point:

    MAPS. So far they have been pretty frustrating. Most of the old CoD maps had a nice directional feeling to them. Your team fought toward the other team, usually ending up with the teams pushing back and forth across the map. Not so much now. Most encounters are random, 1v1 surprise moments in the maze of corridors and small rooms where the player with the better connection wins.    … Expand
  40. weedandbrew
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    super clean and fun as always. Love the subtle yet high-impact changes to multiplayer, and the new gun models look bomb. People who think this a **** job for something done over 2 years just have no idea about the game-development process.
  41. stanblaok73
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Exactly what I was hoping for, love it, best ever of the series. With the new additions, and the fact they are pretty much the only ones who allow 4 player offline splitscreen is a game in itself. I love that they left that in.
  42. TeamSTARS
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Call of Duty has been a 'copy and paste' job since the success of COD MW1, they've used the same engine for the last 8 years making minor tweaks to it, changes that should have been done the first time around not the 4th, the maps are recycled, the spawn points and weapons are ludicrous that make the game require no skill at all and caters for 10 year old kids. A word to Activision if youCall of Duty has been a 'copy and paste' job since the success of COD MW1, they've used the same engine for the last 8 years making minor tweaks to it, changes that should have been done the first time around not the 4th, the maps are recycled, the spawn points and weapons are ludicrous that make the game require no skill at all and caters for 10 year old kids. A word to Activision if you want peoples money so much you might as well pay the developers to go door to door with a hooded mask, a burlap sack and a gun demanding they put their money into the bag it would be money better spent, everybody wins Activision gets the money they obviously crave and the world is not forced to endure another poorly designed and executed Call of Duty game.… Expand
  43. DarrkHawk
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    I've had my doubts about MW3 ever since it's announcement. Personally, I have never liked the CoD franchise and missed out on CoD 4 which seems to be the best of the lot. I play the CoD games for campaign purposes only really so naturally, when I picked up MW3 I went straight to campaign. A very disappointing story line with very few "heightened" moments. Only one mission of the lot caughtI've had my doubts about MW3 ever since it's announcement. Personally, I have never liked the CoD franchise and missed out on CoD 4 which seems to be the best of the lot. I play the CoD games for campaign purposes only really so naturally, when I picked up MW3 I went straight to campaign. A very disappointing story line with very few "heightened" moments. Only one mission of the lot caught my full attention and makes up for the entire story in my opinion. It took me the worst part of 7 hours to complete this game on veteran (a new personal best on any games highest difficulty). Was very disappointing.
    Multiplayer mode is where CoD games shine or die for me and sadly, this one died as soon as I saw my video of multiplayer. It looks like an exact clone of its predecessor MW2. With a few new game modes and weapon tweaks, it does not change the game style at all. The tactics and abilities of almost every CoD player are the same on some very badly designed maps. With the range of maps given on this game, you would think that a half decent one would have made its way onto the game but sadly, it has not. A very poor Multiplayer experience to veterans and newbies alike.
    Spec Ops is only the real decent part of this game and is where 2/3 of my points come from. A complete recreation of the MW2 co-op missions and some new and "creative" (risky word) challenges which tests the players tactics, reactions and teamwork even on the easiest setting.

    Although this game will surely be up for the biggest (not best) game of the year, it has still left me with nothing but negative thoughts about the CoD franchise. A very poorly designed game.

    Campaign: 6/10
    Spec Ops: 8/10
    Multiplayer: 2/10    … Expand
  44. fitak
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Black ops was awesome. They just dropped the ball with this one. I'm so dissatisfied with this game that it hurts. No Sprint to dive, running out of gadgets. Next game will feature a baby monitor killstreak reward. Mediocre graphics. Horrible movement. I bought a hardened edition, I'm not just slamming this game for fun. The devs should be embarrassed, they all sat around in theirBlack ops was awesome. They just dropped the ball with this one. I'm so dissatisfied with this game that it hurts. No Sprint to dive, running out of gadgets. Next game will feature a baby monitor killstreak reward. Mediocre graphics. Horrible movement. I bought a hardened edition, I'm not just slamming this game for fun. The devs should be embarrassed, they all sat around in their cubicles **** and passing the buck instead of utilizing their time to make an enjoyable, worthy sequel. Don't forget to go buy a ton of mountain dew if you plan on getting this. Oh and maps are completely lacking everything. Variety, flare, accessability.. you name it.… Expand
  45. REECE123
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is good but its the same, yeah they added a handful of thing but it took they 2 years to develop really? when i first looked at it i thought it was just $60 map pack
    They should of took a page out of 343 studios book n found out if u remake the same game it shouldn't cost the full retail cost
    Probably the most un innovative call of duty yet, can't wait till the next ;) At least    This game is good but its the same, yeah they added a handful of thing but it took they 2 years to develop really? when i first looked at it i thought it was just $60 map pack
    They should of took a page out of 343 studios book n found out if u remake the same game it shouldn't cost the full retail cost
    Probably the most un innovative call of duty yet, can't wait till the next ;) At least there was enough things and innovations to call black ops a "new game"    … Expand
  46. duhmzdaih
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I played the console versions too, but I give an even lower note to the PC version because the COD saga started in PC, and COD MW3 doesn't respect the PC platform. Battlefield 3 isn't the visual masterpiece we expected, but at least DICE tried to do something different. COD MW3 PC version is a big insult for the PC gamer.
  47. J3WSTIN
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Boring! Really disappointed in this game. I thought this game would step up to the next level over Black Ops. I was very wrong. The graphics are much worse then Black Ops, the maps have that "rat in a maze" feel reminiscent of very old shooters, and it is EXTREMELY unrealistic. This is a $20 game at best. This game really missed the mark, especially when your trying to compete with BF3.Boring! Really disappointed in this game. I thought this game would step up to the next level over Black Ops. I was very wrong. The graphics are much worse then Black Ops, the maps have that "rat in a maze" feel reminiscent of very old shooters, and it is EXTREMELY unrealistic. This is a $20 game at best. This game really missed the mark, especially when your trying to compete with BF3. If you love the CoD series I would wait on this one till the price drops, you already have this game!(mw2)… Expand
  48. BrothaJeff
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Nothing new. That's why I give this a failing mark. I don't feel like spending my hard earned money on something that should be a small expansion pack for Modern Warfare 2. Very disappointing. The multiplayer gets boring very quickly. Just run and gun and crazy fast knifing kills. Not very fun or rewarding. The single player is way too short and I really don't like how endless armies poorNothing new. That's why I give this a failing mark. I don't feel like spending my hard earned money on something that should be a small expansion pack for Modern Warfare 2. Very disappointing. The multiplayer gets boring very quickly. Just run and gun and crazy fast knifing kills. Not very fun or rewarding. The single player is way too short and I really don't like how endless armies poor out of doors to get mowed down until you pass a certain point they stop. I rather know that a building has a certain amount of men in it and if I clear them all out none will just magically spawn in the building. It would be cool if there was more strategy involved and more thinking.… Expand
  49. MrRealistic
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible.This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible. This game is terrible.… Expand
  50. kinny999
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    As with the reviewer below i created this account only to leave my view, or rather his views as they are very similar and the guy below sums up my thoughts bang on.

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

    "I created a metacritic account just to review this terrible game. The more I play it the more I hate it. I am a long time COD player, played MW, MW2, and black ops all to prestige. The maps and spawning system are terrible in this one though. The maps are all dozens of narrow passages crisscrossing each other so you are constantly getting shot in the side and back, add to that the new spawning system and it is impossible to play this game with any sort of tactics. You cant clear an area and then feel confident the enemies will be ahead of you they will just spawn behind you and come at you from one of 6 different angles. Activision shouldn't have been greedy and fired the people that made these games good. I wont be buying another COD game until something drastic changes"    … Expand
  51. MrDeviance
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    A miserable game like none other. Worst fps game I've ever seen in my entire life! Green oxidized copper all over the screen. Everything is green with the miserable post fx! The previous games in the series were miserable but this one is reaching new lows. Bf3 is 10000 times better than mw3! Do NOT BUY. I repeat DO NOT EVEN GET CLOSE TO IT !
  52. Zombi3
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    They should have called this game MW2 Redux instead of MW3. Hell, MW2 played better than this game!
    To me they just done a copy and paste but this time with crappy controls and a crappy story!!! I'm just mad at myself for spending $100 for this crap...
  53. cattts
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    the biggest scam of the game video.
    Jason West and Vince Zampella where are you!!?? HELP
    strongly the next game video Respawn Entertainment because we care about us
  54. frosted
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Completely average game tbh. Nothing different than MW2 except for like 5 guns or something. They could have sold this as a 20$ map pack and not a full retail game. Seriously!
  55. Mithrral
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    My thoughts on MW3. It's a great game. It's fun. It just annoys me that I have to pay 60$ for what is essentially a MW2 Expansion. I didn't notice it at first, but there are literally sections of the game that are CTRL+C, CTRL+V from MW2. This is not acceptable. Will I play this one? Yes. Will I have fun? Yes. Will I buy MW4, no. This game embodies everything that is wrong with gameMy thoughts on MW3. It's a great game. It's fun. It just annoys me that I have to pay 60$ for what is essentially a MW2 Expansion. I didn't notice it at first, but there are literally sections of the game that are CTRL+C, CTRL+V from MW2. This is not acceptable. Will I play this one? Yes. Will I have fun? Yes. Will I buy MW4, no. This game embodies everything that is wrong with game des...igners today. Poor graphics, Old Engine, Poor Map Design, and literally phoned in copy/paste sections from an old game lets me know that this company doesn't care about the consumer. They are only out to make as much as they can on the COD name, without focusing on the quality of the product.… Expand
  56. AAAmad
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    i rate this game 9/10 because the creators did not make the game great on all platforms especially the wii that had lag shooting. if this was fixed my rating would go to 100/10!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  57. BigSlickSlim
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Really like many of the new features in multi-player. Strike packages that can be changed for each custom class. Being able to pick which kill streak you want to use at the time. Campers have been in every game not sure why people would think that would change. Save your predator missile and when a camper kills you drop it on him. Weapon attachments and gun customization has improved.Really like many of the new features in multi-player. Strike packages that can be changed for each custom class. Being able to pick which kill streak you want to use at the time. Campers have been in every game not sure why people would think that would change. Save your predator missile and when a camper kills you drop it on him. Weapon attachments and gun customization has improved. Spawns need some work but that is the case with every new game. Biggest complaint is that the RPD was taken from the game.… Expand
  58. Papieros
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Yet another Call of Duty that is essentially just another re-skin of the same formula that's kept fanboys coming back time and again. Don't spend your $60 on what could just as easily pass for MW2 DLC with more stats.
  59. elzorrodorito
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Fun game, the developers know their audience. After the departure of so many employees from Infinity Ward including the heads of the studio, I am sure I wasn't alone in wondering if this game would be able to reach the bar set by its predecessors. It may be fashionable to hate on this game, but if you enjoy the genre, if you finished MW2 wanting more, here it is. Multiplayer is moreFun game, the developers know their audience. After the departure of so many employees from Infinity Ward including the heads of the studio, I am sure I wasn't alone in wondering if this game would be able to reach the bar set by its predecessors. It may be fashionable to hate on this game, but if you enjoy the genre, if you finished MW2 wanting more, here it is. Multiplayer is more balanced, single player has been ramped up in the ridiculousness, I like it much, much, more than I wanted to after the less than amicable split between the Activison and West/Zampella. After having played every COD game developed by IW since the original, I was certainly upset that the final chapter of the MW series wouldn't have many of the original guys working on it, but as much as I dislike Activision, they gave this game enough resources to do it justice. It was almost an "all hands on deck" situation it seems. As much as I detest the pace of the release schedule, they have earned a bit of respect from me for not dropping the ball on this game.… Expand
  60. TripSe7en
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Man do I feel bad for the horse. IW should be ashamed of themselves for beating that damn horse to death. Glad I rented this craptastic game and didn't buy it.
  61. Lucky715
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Another great game and yes I'm a hardcore fan the single players good the multiplayer is amazing and it is still the single most addictive multiplayer you will ever experience. You will die a lot but as soon as u pass level 30 the customization to your guns, kill streaks and perks is nothing short of amazing. Call of duty is successful for a reason so stop hating on it. If it were allAnother great game and yes I'm a hardcore fan the single players good the multiplayer is amazing and it is still the single most addictive multiplayer you will ever experience. You will die a lot but as soon as u pass level 30 the customization to your guns, kill streaks and perks is nothing short of amazing. Call of duty is successful for a reason so stop hating on it. If it were all really true call of duty games would not sell as good as they do. Here's to modern warfare 3 and I hope they make Black ops 2 next year. Black ops was a stellar game and my personal favorite. Call it copy and past but the two games to be honest play different. Help boost up the user score of this game we have call of duty haters trying to scare people from buyin it. Call of duty for life!!!… Expand
  62. jhoncarmack
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    This is what I call a cancer of the gaming industry today. Today the guys only think about to shoot all the time, and Activision is not stupid, she knows it sells, and the idiots buy it, a recycled game with an old engine.
  63. amo1411
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Personally I have no idea how this game has so many positive reviews. The critics must have been seeing a different game than I was. This game is a complete visual atrocity. It is the SAME exact game from MW2 with the exception they went through and took all the perks they liked from every other game to add into MW3. This game did not live up to the hype and I was thoroughlyPersonally I have no idea how this game has so many positive reviews. The critics must have been seeing a different game than I was. This game is a complete visual atrocity. It is the SAME exact game from MW2 with the exception they went through and took all the perks they liked from every other game to add into MW3. This game did not live up to the hype and I was thoroughly disappointed... I can't believe I payed $60 for a 5 year old game. The game engine is exactly the same, the graphics are exactly the same, and the sound is still terrible. I enjoyed BO and MW2 but this game? No... The only positive things I can say about it are 1) They put the Delta guys back into a game and did a good job with it. 2) I can still resell this and get my money back but I can never get the time back I wasted on this garbage. Way to go Activision, looks like you lost the battle with EA. Stop selling sub par products to loyal fans - The title alone won't sell you 50 million copies next time after this!… Expand
  64. jej0584
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    The Sp was not very engaging it was just run from point a 2 point B .. Mp is ok. I had hoped for more . but it is enjoyable . I think they should have put more time in to it ... only 2 player survival is boring i want 4 person
  65. Mental
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Packaging up the same game with different levels for the same price as the last 3 times, is ridiculous. SHAME for thinking the consumer will put up with this. They couldn't be spinning their wheels harder, if they tried.
  66. omniblue
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    It is nearly the same exact game as Call of Duty and I just paid a total of $115 within the last year. This is the same recycled game. At least be innovative like BF3. Think I am bias? Just search online like I should have, perks 90% same, weapons, 90% same, MP maps feel the same. Very unforunate.

    Imagine taking the same route to work and back every day, that is this franchise right now    It is nearly the same exact game as Call of Duty and I just paid a total of $115 within the last year. This is the same recycled game. At least be innovative like BF3. Think I am bias? Just search online like I should have, perks 90% same, weapons, 90% same, MP maps feel the same. Very unforunate.

    Imagine taking the same route to work and back every day, that is this franchise right now with MW3, nothing changed at all. False promises. Can't even play better that it's last installment.

    IGN's reviews are clearly BOUGHT and PAID for. Activision has ruined CoD, do not support this game as I have mistakenly and previously ill-informed.    … Expand
  67. Ladstew
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    Anyone who says they're not disappointed with this game is either unfamiliar with previous call of duty games and unaware of the level of expectations they command, or is a COD fanboy who will never admit their game is flawed. You already know what everyone is saying (outdated engine, mp levels are boring and repetitive, etc.) and they're saying it because it's true. By far the mostAnyone who says they're not disappointed with this game is either unfamiliar with previous call of duty games and unaware of the level of expectations they command, or is a COD fanboy who will never admit their game is flawed. You already know what everyone is saying (outdated engine, mp levels are boring and repetitive, etc.) and they're saying it because it's true. By far the most disappointed I've ever been with a video game purchase. Maybe it's because the expectations were so high, but they knew that going in.akes you wish Activision hadn't gutted IW. SLedgehammer should be ashamed of this product.… Expand
  68. phonomoenal
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I swear to god this is the exact same CoD I have been playing for the last 5 years! Nothing ever seems to change in this game including the predictable and unoriginal plotline. Multiplayer is literally a rehash, very few changes to it except for 2 game modes. People don't spen your money on this greedy developer's game so they can whither away.
  69. AmigaFan
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    A total step backwards from MW2. No graphical improvement, no innovation, and worst of all, the maps are not well thought out and are just not that fun.
    Hopefully DLC can improve the last gripe at least
  70. JoshParis
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Can't tell you how upset I was with this game. With games like Skyrim and Arkham City adding new stories, innovation and something new. COD sticks to the same overused formula. I've already traded it in.
  71. Just1nsane
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I will not be a hater I will agree the campaign needs a touch but cmon people.I think black ops was the best in the COD series but this didnt deserve a 3.2
  72. Cesai
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    What can I say about this game. Wonderful, spectacular, cinematic and many more things, can still remember the first time I played Call of Duty was an experience our glorious why I say that Call of Duty is not a simple fps he is the king of all graphs is both recycled or not so I know the game is so wonderful but leaves you with so much that I like to ask more.and biz
  73. Berdredin
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It seems that quite a few people are spamming the score with bad reviews. I think it is a great game. The sound is pretty amazing, slightly repetitive, but amazing nonetheless. Gameplay handles smoothly, and another great campaign are just some of the things that make is an interesting game to play.
  74. BLk
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Modern Warfare is in need of an overhaul, and with is third installment, it has never before been so apparent. Everything here is overly failure, lacks any attempt at novelty. Outdated graphics, stale gameplay, and a predictable story all come together for the most underwhelming iteration yet. I honestly feel like i'm playing an expansion pack.
  75. Formless
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Seriously, it's the same game...again. From few MP games I have played, I couldn't tell if I was playing MW2 or MW3.The only give away was the map. The new killstreaks idea was a sad attempt at trying to be fresh, but overall it's another flop as expected. The Singleplayer has been pretty cool, but you deserve a 0 for your lack of innovation in this already stale multiplayer experience.Seriously, it's the same game...again. From few MP games I have played, I couldn't tell if I was playing MW2 or MW3.The only give away was the map. The new killstreaks idea was a sad attempt at trying to be fresh, but overall it's another flop as expected. The Singleplayer has been pretty cool, but you deserve a 0 for your lack of innovation in this already stale multiplayer experience. Change it up.… Expand
  76. BronzeSpartan
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I cant believe they re-released MW2. I am ticked off. Worst investment ever. NO new engine, same all copy paste scenarios from MW2 and lets not forget the minimal character development. Just because you have voice actors with a british accent that does NOT mean the campaign will be awesome. I hate this, I honestly do.
  77. dinomirez
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    The game is solid and playable, and that's why it saved itself from a zero. But what gets it a 5 is that fact the game hasn't brought anything new to the table. How can the supposed "Most Anticipated Game in History" not do anything... relatively new? The engine is the same, the graphics are the same, same lackluster (trying to be blockbuster) single player, but wait! The multiplayer isThe game is solid and playable, and that's why it saved itself from a zero. But what gets it a 5 is that fact the game hasn't brought anything new to the table. How can the supposed "Most Anticipated Game in History" not do anything... relatively new? The engine is the same, the graphics are the same, same lackluster (trying to be blockbuster) single player, but wait! The multiplayer is kinda different-ish. Take a look at some of the critics' reviews, and a lot of them take notice of this as well. But strangely, they still give the game an amazing score... very strange. In my opinion, this should have been released as an expansion pack, mainly because the game only switches up the gameplay by a little bit by fixing balancing issues and a revamped killstreak point system in hopes of inspiring some sort of cohesive teamwork and combating the plagues of air support mowing down any poor soul that steps into the open. Oh, and throw in a couple of new maps (which supposedly include old models recycled from the first Modern Warfare). Only then, I would I be willing to give my money to an obviously hungry Activision. I just wish they spent more time on going above and beyond with this franchise, aka not pumping out a game every year. But the game is a crowd favorite (and remember, just because everyone loves it, doesn't mean it's always good!) and a huge cash cow, so in the eyes of Activision working less on it and still selling millions is the best situation they could ask for. But I guess they haven't learned jack **** about over-saturating the market! Just think, when was the last time you've seen a new Guitar Hero or Tony Hawk game on the shelves? Yea... that's what I thought. I'm just glad I rented this.… Expand
  78. izzi
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    Same game as the previous couple. No real changes. No team needed just run around pointlessly. Never any tension in the games which is very disappointing cause the game mechanics are smooth.
  79. BigK
    Nov 10, 2011
    7
    I'm a big fan of the CoD series. This one is a solid installment. I miss combat training mode from Black Ops; great fun when you get tired of random human players and online lag issues ruining. The survival mode is very cool, but why only 2 players?? It's fun like the GoW3 Horde Mode, but only allowing 2 players makes it hard to play with friends, unless of course you only have 1 friend!I'm a big fan of the CoD series. This one is a solid installment. I miss combat training mode from Black Ops; great fun when you get tired of random human players and online lag issues ruining. The survival mode is very cool, but why only 2 players?? It's fun like the GoW3 Horde Mode, but only allowing 2 players makes it hard to play with friends, unless of course you only have 1 friend! :-) Graphics and sound are the same, high quality we expect, but no obvius improvements. On multiplayer, I have had a number of times where the hit box seems to be off, i.e., the other guy was aiming close to me but not at me (based on the killcam replay) but I died -- very frustrating. Can't give this game more than a 7 due to lack of innovation, dropping combat training and limiting survival to 2 players.… Expand
  80. Ib2deadly
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I agree with what a lot of people are saying about this game being a cut and paste release. The only reason to buy this game for something new and fresh would be the single player campaign, but given its length I cannot justify the hefty price tag. With a planned sequel already in the works for 2012 I am worried that we will only receive more of the same as the series looks to cash in onI agree with what a lot of people are saying about this game being a cut and paste release. The only reason to buy this game for something new and fresh would be the single player campaign, but given its length I cannot justify the hefty price tag. With a planned sequel already in the works for 2012 I am worried that we will only receive more of the same as the series looks to cash in on its amazing sales figures year after year. I also dont like the elite service, having to pay for the game twice over for features I already should have feels like highway robbery. Pass on this one.… Expand
  81. COD4EVER786
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I can't believe i fell for another call of duty game. It's clearly the same game since 2007 and by the looks of it that's never going to change. I understand how the users are giving negative scores, If the people do not speak up then nothing will ever be done! They will just keep on releasing the same crap every year. Take a look at what Sledgehammer Gamesâ
  82. deada1m86
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Quality versus Quantity truly will shine...How long did activision think they would get away with making cut and paste games. Activision needs to realize that lining your pockets with money doesnt necessarily equal success. Black Ops had the same problem which should have been called Call of Duty: Classic Warfare 60's.
  83. Nighty
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    No innovation, this game is just an update of the preceding. The graphics are the same and the gameplay is the same. Map is only a few were added, I am disappointed.
  84. Skullbusta
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Not enough has changed since MW2, same graphics, short campaign (shorter than Black Ops imo). I kinda get the feeling I paid $60 for a map pack. I'm a complete idiot for buying this, and refuse to buy another CoD title again. Please, do not make the same mistake I did.
  85. SubSenix
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is pure crap

    The graphics are outdated The Multiplayer is broken and designed for Casuals The Weapons sound like Paperguns The maps are smaller than my bathroom The Campaign is 3 Hours long and boring They did copy+paste in a lot of places > 1:1 copy of buildings from CoD4 This game is pure crap and the Justin Bieber of Gaming.No Quality and a bunch of 5 year old casuals behind    This game is pure crap

    The graphics are outdated
    The Multiplayer is broken and designed for Casuals
    The Weapons sound like Paperguns
    The maps are smaller than my bathroom
    The Campaign is 3 Hours long and boring
    They did copy+paste in a lot of places > 1:1 copy of buildings from CoD4

    This game is pure crap and the Justin Bieber of Gaming.No Quality and a bunch of 5 year old casuals behind them who don't know it better.
    For people who want to play a real good FPS there are a lot of alternatives.
    People rather spend their money on good games for example Skyrim,Uncharted 3,Battlefield 3,Saints Row 3,AssaCreed,Zelda,Import NiNoKuni from Japan or hell even Rayman.    … Expand
  86. HigginsTrump
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    What a glorified DLC. Same graphics as well. Usually if a trilogy is at an end, they would go out with a bang, but no, they copied MW2 and pasted it onto a disc. Not good.
  87. RoSS79
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    Proof that you don't need to be innovative to sell a product. With the hype machine COD has built, it can sell Modern Warfare 1.2 to anyone with no discerning taste and an 11 month-long memory. The only positive aspect of this game is the cooperative play. Otherwise, MW3 is an expensive map pack that gives you the same muddy graphics, twitch gunplay, and convoluted story that the alsoProof that you don't need to be innovative to sell a product. With the hype machine COD has built, it can sell Modern Warfare 1.2 to anyone with no discerning taste and an 11 month-long memory. The only positive aspect of this game is the cooperative play. Otherwise, MW3 is an expensive map pack that gives you the same muddy graphics, twitch gunplay, and convoluted story that the also under-whelming MW2 gave us. The sound design is of low quality, there are clear instances of copy and paste structures and areas from previous MWs, and the new killstreak mechanic for multiplayer is taken out of last year's Medal of Honor. COD 4 was new and interesting, but COD has turned into a perennial has-been. Save your money, and buy any one of the other great games out this fall.… Expand
  88. Pco01ejr1
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I have been a COD fan since the beginning but since playing both BF3 & MW3, I have a greater appreciation for what BF3 has done with their game. Spawning is terrible with MW3 and snipers are so overpowered. I'm more time that I have spent with MW3 has caused me to see how innovative BF3 is has a military shooter. Maybe next year MW3!!! I won't be buying though..
  89. pandateddybear
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    value for money is very good but its the same old game.. i love CoD games but me and my mates are getting bored with its old engine.. specially since they used PLANTY! of map packs/texcures from MW1 here.. even menus background feels similar to old CoD4! I say BF3 is better choice this christmas! then MW3!
  90. DTA_CoolishHero
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Alright guys listen up. This game is not so bad but it does have its flaws. The campaign is alright but what it does right is keep you wanting and waiting to see what big set piece is around the corner. Huge set pieces is what the campaign was made for and it does one hell of a job at it. Spec ops is a blast as usual and is great for partnering up with a buddy and the missions are variedAlright guys listen up. This game is not so bad but it does have its flaws. The campaign is alright but what it does right is keep you wanting and waiting to see what big set piece is around the corner. Huge set pieces is what the campaign was made for and it does one hell of a job at it. Spec ops is a blast as usual and is great for partnering up with a buddy and the missions are varied and engaging. But we all know that the multiplayer is what we all bought MW3 for. Yes they re skinned MW and made it their own but the gunplay is not as "tight" as other Call of Duty games. With bullets not registering and assault rifles cant even touch a enemy at far range this game became a mundane shooter. Lag issues and lackluster map design bogs this game's greatness. This can be fixed however with map packs and title updates. But what really drags it down is the maps. These maps are forgettable at best. At least in the other Call of Duty games you remember the maps. Highrise, Vacant, Crash, Overgrown and many other shined in the past titles. Instead we get these cramped, claustrophobic maps that really don't lend to how the games should flow. Now all people do is run which is not a bad tactic but most combat involves running at each other head on till someone gets the lucky bullet. The maps are so lackluster and cramped that I feel like Im a mouse trapped in a maze designed by a 5 year old with the cheese at the end being 10th prestige which doesn't seem to be the best reward in this "maze".
    In closing Sledgehammer and Infinity Ward I applaud you for rising from the ashes of what happened at Infinity Ward. But a little more polish and this game would be great. But its not too late, you have time to fix this via DLC and title updates. This games fate is uncertain but you guys can fix it if you choose. Its a great game you just have to scrape some of the dirt off. This is DTA_CoolishHero signing out. My first game review hope you guys like it.    … Expand
  91. uncharted
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    It's MW2.5 .......disappoint me, i be honnest, i enjoyed MW2 more and BLACK OPS too. The story is the same, the multiplayer too, ACTIVISION STOP ! Personnally i prefer BATTLEFIELD 3 on XBOX360.
  92. shackdaddy836
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    Like it or not, MW3 has changed very little from MW2. The SP is the same type of campaign filled with explosions in an attempt to get your blood rushing yet ends up being boring half-way through. It's also filled with hundreds of plot holes just like MW2 had. The multiplayer has changed very little. Now, instead of killstreaks, you have pointstreaks which is a failed attempt from IW to getLike it or not, MW3 has changed very little from MW2. The SP is the same type of campaign filled with explosions in an attempt to get your blood rushing yet ends up being boring half-way through. It's also filled with hundreds of plot holes just like MW2 had. The multiplayer has changed very little. Now, instead of killstreaks, you have pointstreaks which is a failed attempt from IW to get rid of selfish gamers. The new gamemode - kill confirmed - actually does the opposite of what it was made to do. IW put in kill confirmed into the long list of gamemodes to try to reduce camping by forcing the killer to retrieve a dog tag the enemy drops. However, during my time with the game, I found that people would just camp in a corner, kill someone, wait to see if anyone else is around, then collect the dog tag and run back to their camping spot. Another thing that bothered me was the incredible amount of glitches the game had. IW finished the game about a month and a half early. They could have used that extra time to iron out the game (this is actually why I didn't give the game an 8).

    All-in-all, this game has really disappointed me. The days of Cod4 and fun run n' gun gameplay seem to be over for the CoD franchise. If I were any of you, I would skip this game and save my money.    … Expand
  93. Viperconn
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is not an improvement (barely so, if even) in the series. It instead gives you a worse overall package of last years game. There is no customizable reticles, no customizable emblems, no theater, and no zombie mode, instead just a two player endless enemy mode, with no real innovation that we've seen in other games, just a pathetic attempt to just have it in the game. The storyThis game is not an improvement (barely so, if even) in the series. It instead gives you a worse overall package of last years game. There is no customizable reticles, no customizable emblems, no theater, and no zombie mode, instead just a two player endless enemy mode, with no real innovation that we've seen in other games, just a pathetic attempt to just have it in the game. The story is not boring, but incredibly predictable. There was no real attachment to characters. I didn't really care if "character X" died, just shrugged it off and thought nothing of it. The characters portrayed a poor reaction as well. Forgetting what happened seconds ago, as if nothing happened. Overall, I would say if you are really contemplating on buying this or not, I would say pass. Maybe wait for next years game because there is nothing new we haven't seen here before.… Expand
  94. swangod
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    I have played about 7 hours of MW3 online and I have a different point of view than many others here, but it still leads to the same conclusion. This game is more like Black Ops than MW/MW2. First and foremost the game has sped up way too fast. It has turned into a bunch of kids running around with submachine guns or the G36c. There is very little to do that can counter this because 1)I have played about 7 hours of MW3 online and I have a different point of view than many others here, but it still leads to the same conclusion. This game is more like Black Ops than MW/MW2. First and foremost the game has sped up way too fast. It has turned into a bunch of kids running around with submachine guns or the G36c. There is very little to do that can counter this because 1) the maps are so condensed it feels like it's impossible to snipe (unless of course you're a quick scoper) 2) if you have a 3 bar connection you won't kill half the time anyway (I usually have 4 bar but sometimes it's 3 bar) 3) It is damn near pointless to use the M16, you will get out gunned every time. The accuracy and power have little effect due to kids just holding the trigger down and spraying. I know MW2 had it's issues as far quick scoping, danger close/noob tubes, and a few other issues. However, I feel the maps were more balanced as far as open areas vs. closed tight confined areas.

    I'm not going to give up yet, but I am damn close. So far I am thoroughly disappointed which is why I'm rating the game a 4.    … Expand
  95. Viision11
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    CAN ANYONE EXPLAIN WHY MATCHES LAST 2 MINUTES? KILLSTREAKS FTW? THIS GAME SUCKS. seriosuly though. not anywhere near the expectations set for GOTY. I love CoD, but Battlefield 3 IS SOOOOO MUCH BETTER
  96. CallofDLC
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Modern Warfare 3? Really this should be called Modern Warfare DLC for MW2 because I don't see that many changes at all the only new thing I see here are the new perks and just some new guns thats all.
    Map of call of duty 4
    Just the same game with other map ...
  97. chef414
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I love the new kill streaks and death streaks, the campaign looks great, but is very much like mw2. How ever its still very fun and playable and the graphics are top notch. The on-line is still really fun, but i feel like its harder to get kills or at least your aim needs to be on point like never before, also the new kill confirmed is really fun and is a great alternative to standard TDM.I love the new kill streaks and death streaks, the campaign looks great, but is very much like mw2. How ever its still very fun and playable and the graphics are top notch. The on-line is still really fun, but i feel like its harder to get kills or at least your aim needs to be on point like never before, also the new kill confirmed is really fun and is a great alternative to standard TDM. Over all its still a great game and the online is leagues above battlefield 3 imho.… Expand
  98. MarbleMadness
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Don't believe the morons on here saying this game is crap. There is currently a weird movement by a small number of people to lower the metacritic review score so the game looks bad. Believe the ACTUAL review scores. If you liked the other CoD games, you'll love this one. They've changed just enough to make it worth whole. A great game overall, I know that I'll easily get my $60 worth fromDon't believe the morons on here saying this game is crap. There is currently a weird movement by a small number of people to lower the metacritic review score so the game looks bad. Believe the ACTUAL review scores. If you liked the other CoD games, you'll love this one. They've changed just enough to make it worth whole. A great game overall, I know that I'll easily get my $60 worth from this game :)… Expand
  99. GUM360
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    These low user review scores are complete BS - written by people who haters of Activision and/or Infinity Ward and/or the series (and probably get their asses handed to them if they do play). If you played it, you know this is the best MW to date (far better than Blacks Ops) - all around great game, fun to play (no matter your experience level), great variety with co-op mode, intenseThese low user review scores are complete BS - written by people who haters of Activision and/or Infinity Ward and/or the series (and probably get their asses handed to them if they do play). If you played it, you know this is the best MW to date (far better than Blacks Ops) - all around great game, fun to play (no matter your experience level), great variety with co-op mode, intense single player and 16 multi-player maps are all well done. You cannot ignore all the critic review and if you have played it you know the praise it deserves - Haters go away!… Expand
  100. Adventureboy23
    Nov 10, 2011
    7
    Many improvements over MW2. Leaps and bounds ahead of shooters in the past.
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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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