Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 8685 Ratings

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  1. Dark5tatic
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Pure utter trash water, no innovation what so ever, guns don't work half the time, maps are too cramped and small, after playing one mp map, you've played them all. Too much lag for a game that sells this many copies. Stop spray painting **** thinking we won't know it's **** Long live COD4
  2. JackBauerBR
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I think the international Critics are under pressure to write good reviews. But the players, that spend hours in gameplay know the true: MW2 Control C+Control V!
  3. Xe12xEs101
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Servers are slow but as expected, campaign not very long but still interesting, survival mode and spec. ops live up to the great hype they got. excellent, i believe the survival mode is better than zombies. online play will return to the top once the not so serious gamers leave to go and play a new game. let the game settle before you are so quick to judge.
  4. Akal575
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    If you are thinking this is an awesome FPS, you are sadly mistaken. It is the same copy and paste iteration of Moderb Warfarea past. Nothing game breaking, new new engine, feels the same, boring and repetitive, no team work, no skill, just run and gun. Save your money and get Battlefield 3 instead. It's worth every dollar. Unlike this egregious attempt to milk the 12 year old sheeple thatIf you are thinking this is an awesome FPS, you are sadly mistaken. It is the same copy and paste iteration of Moderb Warfarea past. Nothing game breaking, new new engine, feels the same, boring and repetitive, no team work, no skill, just run and gun. Save your money and get Battlefield 3 instead. It's worth every dollar. Unlike this egregious attempt to milk the 12 year old sheeple that will buy anything with a "call of duty" name on it.… Expand
  5. MattyBGogore
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Did I ever tell you the definition of insanity? No, but seriously why this game sells great every year is a mystery to me. I don't want to support anything to do with this game anymore, and at this point, i'm pretty ashamed to be in in the same category as this yearly cash-in. It honestly reminds me of something like a cheap 80s remake or even the likes of Twilight.
  6. DeTCHIPPER
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Hi, this is my review of Modern warfare 3

    First off I installed the game onto my Xbox Hard Drive (this took about 15 mins) after that i loaded the game, before i got to the menu i was greeted with a nice clip , but im not gonna spoil what that is, when the menu is loaded up it is practically the same as mw2 except it is abit more dull and dark , and then i got the typical "there is some    Hi, this is my review of Modern warfare 3

    First off I installed the game onto my Xbox Hard Drive (this took about 15 mins) after that i loaded the game, before i got to the menu i was greeted with a nice clip , but im not gonna spoil what that is, when the menu is loaded up it is practically the same as mw2 except it is abit more dull and dark , and then i got the typical "there is some offensive and disturbing content, would you like to disable it" , after browsing the menus i went on over to multi-player.

    I found a game in kill confirmed, I loaded into the game (i was on a snow map but i cant remember what it was called) and im not gonna lie, my first impressions was "this looks ALOT like black ops" and the reason for this is how everything seems closer to you that they did in cod4 and mw2, soo i was a little bit worried at first, but then the worries soon went away when i got my first few kills and realised that the guns were balanced, there was reasonable recoil and you dont have magic bullets that bend round corners , one of the other things that i noticed strait away was that the knife, it HAS been fixed and this if for the better , it feels and sounds ALOT like the cod4 knife.

    after that game i was surprised at how well done and balanced the game is , the next map i played on was one called bakarra , this looks like a blackhawk down inspired map (as there is a black hawk in the middle of the map) , in that game i then realised that people who usually rely on grenades and explosives were always using flashbangs and stun grenades (i guess this is where blast shield pro comes in handy) , now back to what i was saying earlier , the guns have a reasonable amount of recoil , so this is where the proficiency "kick" really comes in handy , i unlocked it and used it straight away , and this helped me pick off enemies from longer distances faster, in this game i used my "I.M.S" kill streak , i deployed it in a building while i was looking out the window, it got 3 kills within seconds, some people might think this is over powered but just 1 emp grenade or half a clip of ammo will take this out.

    i did quite a few games and unlocked quite a few things for my rifles, i got to about level 23 and realized that the levels wasnt much of a grind to get through as there are loads of challenges, one of the things i really like about the new online feel is that is, if you start shooting some guy in the back then 90% of the time he will die and not turn around and shoot you in the face.

    after that i went over to the single player, (dont worry i wont be giving away any story spoilers) , I started playing it and it basically makes you aware of what happens in the previous modern warfare games, after playing for a bit i got to a level called "black tuesday" this is where i realised how much this story feels like cod4 , all of these "hollywood scripted moments" really fall into place in the missions and they actually seem believable, i have done quite a bit of the story so far , and at this moment in time the story seems longer that any other call of duty to date. i havent come across to playing spec ops yet, but i will soon.

    but one of the downsides i would say about the multiplayer (to me) is that the maps dont feel like modern warfare 2 or cod4's maps they feel like black ops maps for the way you can move about them, but a good thing that they added was more vertical gameplay in the maps.    … Expand
  7. Finkel
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    It's just because the dev team ask for a 10... bored to see these war FPS every year...
    It's just because the dev team ask for a 10... bored to see these war FPS every year...
    It's just because the dev team ask for a 10... bored to see these war FPS every year...
    It's just because the dev team ask for a 10... bored to see these war FPS every year...
  8. allaboutthfc
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    played this for 2 days and if its your first mw game go for it , if you have played the othrs dont waste your money, people keep saying if it aint broke dont fix it yes thats why midway didnt change mortal kombat from the original engine .....oh wait they did didnt they as thats how games get better and dont end up being the same thing each time with different colours and a new story. nowplayed this for 2 days and if its your first mw game go for it , if you have played the othrs dont waste your money, people keep saying if it aint broke dont fix it yes thats why midway didnt change mortal kombat from the original engine .....oh wait they did didnt they as thats how games get better and dont end up being the same thing each time with different colours and a new story. now sp i`ll give a 4/10 since its pretty much an interactive story that brings nothing new to any series let alone cod.opy and paste art work from the last 2 mw`s ( check it out they really did ) mp is running and shoting, if you enjoy using long range weapons or any form of tactics then you will enjoy it, the maps are so small its pathetic in a 2011 war game. this is what the 3rd mw and i still cannot drive anything really?. new games are making engines that allow the world around you to be effected by weapons e.g. walls being blown up and buildings , this one is sadly lacking. i used to love mw2 and spent months on end playing it but this just feels like they made a game for 12 year olds on a sugar rush that want to scream down a head set. they even brought quick scoping back ? i meen using a sniper as a shotgun is a no ...its just no. the guns have next to no real recoil. i can understand the game having no bullet drop as the maps aint big enough to worry about adding it. i feel so let down by a game i used to count down the days to just for them to sell me mw2 with new maps , they could of atleast updated the sound and visual aspects to a degree where it looks like a new title. a sequel to a game is something like the new batman and the elder scrolls , the devs sat down and thought right we can do this and its new and exciting , the main word being new , a new game should have new things hence the word new , i meen how anoyed would you be if microsoft brought out a new xbox that runs the same as the old one but has a different shape and colour ? would you really pay for it ?… Expand
  9. garygarside
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    MW3 might not be a complete overhaul or innovation, but Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games have tweaked and nigh-on perfected the genre for the conclusion of their epic Modern Warfare story arc.

    The level of detail and draw distance that the engine is now capable of is a great accomplishment of the development team, squeezing everything they can out of the current engine whilst still    MW3 might not be a complete overhaul or innovation, but Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games have tweaked and nigh-on perfected the genre for the conclusion of their epic Modern Warfare story arc.

    The level of detail and draw distance that the engine is now capable of is a great accomplishment of the development team, squeezing everything they can out of the current engine whilst still ensuring the game runs along at 60fps - a rare achievement of late with publishers and developers trading performance for graphical nirvana. The second campaign mission alone is a perfect example of the scope now available.

    The story, whilst not original, still contains the trademark COD set pieces and action sequences, and bombs along at a consistent rate of knots.

    The MP aspect has seen a few enhancements, with the perks and scoring systems tweaked to offer newcomers and lesser players an opportunity to shine, whilst still rewarding the hardcore elite for their accomplishments. Again this is not a radical overhaul but a pure refinement and the MW3 MP now feels extremely polished the culmination of the games' imprint on online FPS gaming over the last decade.

    To summarise, it's maybe not as original as its prequels or as flamboyant as its competitors but MW3 is a well crafted, fast paced and well put together adrenaline ride that does exactly what you expect it to do well. The MP is refined and, while not massively different to previous versions, takes the greatest online FPS MP experience and makes it better. Great for old and new comers alike, try it - you just might like it.    … Expand
  10. Grouiiik
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is exact the same thing than MW2, except the name...

    The campaign lasts only 3 hours and you will never play it again.

    Save your money for Rage or Skyrim.
  11. StreetSweepFan
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I have played the greatest Game of all time and I can assure you that MW3 is no Street Sweeper. Mw3 has none of the variety and originality that Street Sweeper has. The Graphics are about the same but have none of the genius and beauty that Street Sweeper has in droves. And while MW3 has Streets it sadly has no Sweeping mode. Fail, Epic Fail.
  12. iMasterspy
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I didn't buy the game at the midnight launch but I got it the day after. The first match I joined I instantly thought omg I am playing MW2 again. But now it looked like the game was more noobified. The kill streaks are f*cked up and the perks too. Also the game is even uglier then mw2. MW3 is a big disappointment and I am done with the cod serie now.
  13. Redmagpie93
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I was originally waiting until Christmas to play this and but was given it as an early present and I must say it is easily the best of the series... unlike its predecessor, the multiplayer is now finely balanced and the stupid fun of the solo campaign has been taken to new heights and in a game fun should always be taken into consideration unlike certain other po-faced FPS 'battles'. ToI was originally waiting until Christmas to play this and but was given it as an early present and I must say it is easily the best of the series... unlike its predecessor, the multiplayer is now finely balanced and the stupid fun of the solo campaign has been taken to new heights and in a game fun should always be taken into consideration unlike certain other po-faced FPS 'battles'. To top it off is the vastly improved Spec Ops co-op that is now fine-tuned to be an equally enjoyable solo experience to the campaign with Survival discovering how to balance solo and co-op where Zombies et al could not.
    People may argue that the game runs on an old engine but briefly ignoring the fact that this is a very nice-looking game with a silky smooth 60FPS: since when have engines been the be-all and end-all of a game's success... Ocarina of Time 3D is still one of the best games of the year despite running on an engine from a decade ago so that cant be a detrimental factor to MW3.....
    The highlight of the series and the most fun I've had with an FPS since Portal 2 (and there have been many in between you'll all note) :)    … Expand
  14. oSpecterx
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    People often like to complain that CoD is recycled, and although the game has stuck to a familiar formula for a few years now, there's a reason. the gameplay is still the strongest in the indtustry. new features like strike packages and weapon leveling add new flare to the game. and unlike battlefield who's fanboys' are obviously giving this game such negative reviews, this game offers aPeople often like to complain that CoD is recycled, and although the game has stuck to a familiar formula for a few years now, there's a reason. the gameplay is still the strongest in the indtustry. new features like strike packages and weapon leveling add new flare to the game. and unlike battlefield who's fanboys' are obviously giving this game such negative reviews, this game offers a lot of clan support which should give gamers something to do long after they've prestiged to the tenth.… Expand
  15. CaSsh
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    By the way, if ya haven't noticed already..ONLY the critics of companies that receive money, gifts and prizes from call of duty gave this game a 100 overall rating..

    ..p.s...I've never EVER played ANY battlefield games, strictly Call Of Duty..
  16. Slamo
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is absolute garbage, Its just MW2 but not as fun. The maps all suck, have played all of them now and there isn't a single one I like. There is no real improvements in graphics at all, the improvements they have tried to make by adding new perks and killstreaks have just made them worse. The gameplay in general online is much worse ive never got a previous COD before andThis game is absolute garbage, Its just MW2 but not as fun. The maps all suck, have played all of them now and there isn't a single one I like. There is no real improvements in graphics at all, the improvements they have tried to make by adding new perks and killstreaks have just made them worse. The gameplay in general online is much worse ive never got a previous COD before and immediately found it this difficult to get into, it just isnt enjoyable to play. It just seems to be a glorified map pack with a selection of terrible maps, I want my money back.… Expand
  17. s1l3ntsh4d0w89
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    So there apparently is a campaign to trash Call of Duty amongst the goers of metacritic. Oh well, at least the critic score is very well done.

    To shame for everyone being dishonest. You are all truly terrible people.
  18. Danny41191
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Honestly im tired of all those Battle Field fans coming on here and talking trash over this game all of you battle field fans know well as i do that you all have played cod in the past and have like it yes modern warfare 2 might have been off a bit but, i actually played the game unlike most of the ppl here giving negative reviews and i have to say the campaign is epic as hell, i absolutlyHonestly im tired of all those Battle Field fans coming on here and talking trash over this game all of you battle field fans know well as i do that you all have played cod in the past and have like it yes modern warfare 2 might have been off a bit but, i actually played the game unlike most of the ppl here giving negative reviews and i have to say the campaign is epic as hell, i absolutly enjoyed and found my adrenaline pumping from certain points in the game. Now multiplayer wise everything seems pretty good guns feel great sound real kill streaks r fair and set high so its harder to get, only problem i will say is that i have some connection issues but im sure thats due to many players coming on at once and trying to find a match must **** up the servers and spawn points i think may need to be fixed cuz sometimes i do end up spawning by the enemy but im sure that this can all be fixed through an update.… Expand
  19. texaschainsawjr
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I picked up the game at the midnight release and I haven't stopped playing it. The graphics got a serious update and the gameplay is as fast and fun as ever. Sorry for having my own opinion.
  20. Yamin
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Loved the series since i can remember and have logged a quite sad amount of time into it. As soon as i inserted the disk and began to play it felt abit like deja vu. Apart from the carbon copy menus i gave it a whirl on multiplayer the only real aspect i have ever turned to in the cod series and while nothing stands out as being particularly shocking the fact of the matter is i have playedLoved the series since i can remember and have logged a quite sad amount of time into it. As soon as i inserted the disk and began to play it felt abit like deja vu. Apart from the carbon copy menus i gave it a whirl on multiplayer the only real aspect i have ever turned to in the cod series and while nothing stands out as being particularly shocking the fact of the matter is i have played this same game for years. With Infinity Award losing alot of staff i had hoped that it would not impact quite so greatly but as i can see they must have had the creative minds behind the previous modern warfare success's. The Gears of war series has improved year to year and while not reinventing the wheel have been inovative. This however is sheer laziness and the developers actually asking for help from the community to bump up the score is laughable i would personally love my money back as i have not received the game they have so promised. If you have plenty of money to burn on a glorified map pack have at it.… Expand
  21. Coolman2362
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Not much innovation here move along. If you've never played a Modern Warfare game before you're better off just buying Modern Warfare 2 for a cheaper price.
  22. mightyikari
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It's awesome. It is so disappointing to see so many people posting ridiculously low reviews for a game which is clearly an incredible feat on current technology. The lower reviews are not actually basing their decision on gameplay or any other important factors, simply their desire to slag off what is popular to be cool and different.

    Get a grip and enjoy this wonderful piece of    It's awesome. It is so disappointing to see so many people posting ridiculously low reviews for a game which is clearly an incredible feat on current technology. The lower reviews are not actually basing their decision on gameplay or any other important factors, simply their desire to slag off what is popular to be cool and different.

    Get a grip and enjoy this wonderful piece of software instead of knocking it on every website that will let you post your opinion.    … Expand
  23. werta
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Modern Warfare 3 comes to us by way of an older engine, but still looks great. Sure, it's not among the very best out there nowadays, but it performs well. At any given time the screen appears ready to burst with effects and visual madness. Entire battles are waged before you; buildings burn and crumble while a steady flow of explosions batter your senses. This is Call of Duty, and ModernModern Warfare 3 comes to us by way of an older engine, but still looks great. Sure, it's not among the very best out there nowadays, but it performs well. At any given time the screen appears ready to burst with effects and visual madness. Entire battles are waged before you; buildings burn and crumble while a steady flow of explosions batter your senses. This is Call of Duty, and Modern Warfare 3 collects these moments of boom in abundance, presenting them in all their 60 frames-per-second glory.

    Modern Warfare 3's singleplayer campaign hits many of the same highs and lows as its predecessors. Amazing setpieces serve as backdrops for giant firefights yet again. This is no understatement. Few games retain the crazy roller coaster pace that this does level after level, with brief moments to breathe set between the next eruption of gunplay. The shooting feels extremely responsive and well-tuned, and the battlegrounds challenge your awareness at all times. You're always given different situations that mix-up the gameplay just enough to keep things interesting. The game presents a formidable challenge, as always, on the Hardened and Veteran settings â    … Expand
  24. mathgod9
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The best thing since CoD 4. It finally met my expectations. All of the poor reviews here are out of spite. There's no way this game is a 2.9 out of 10. I guarantee the vast majority of those 0 ratings are still playing the game despite giving it a zero. Realistically, if they have a handful of problems with it, they should rate 5, 6, or 7. Instead they're bashing a game that doesn'tThe best thing since CoD 4. It finally met my expectations. All of the poor reviews here are out of spite. There's no way this game is a 2.9 out of 10. I guarantee the vast majority of those 0 ratings are still playing the game despite giving it a zero. Realistically, if they have a handful of problems with it, they should rate 5, 6, or 7. Instead they're bashing a game that doesn't deserve bashing.… Expand
  25. spike_eddy
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Same old, same old, very lazy game production but its sucked up by millions of lemmings! Again massively short single player in favor of you making your own entertainment online. Other games are pushing the boundaries & moving forward whereby Cod appears to be resting on its laurels & demanding a higher price for the privilege. Just seems to be going downhill since it dumped its WWIISame old, same old, very lazy game production but its sucked up by millions of lemmings! Again massively short single player in favor of you making your own entertainment online. Other games are pushing the boundaries & moving forward whereby Cod appears to be resting on its laurels & demanding a higher price for the privilege. Just seems to be going downhill since it dumped its WWII roots. At this price users should be demanding a much longer single player & innovation. Summary: Stale… Expand
  26. Ratfoss
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    I have been looking forward to this game for months but I am really disappointed. The multiplayer feels absolutely no different to the previous games and I am amazed critics have rated the game so highly and not seen through the hype about Elite and strike packages. After the days I have spent on MW and MW2, I wanted this to feel new and make me want to progress through the ranks again butI have been looking forward to this game for months but I am really disappointed. The multiplayer feels absolutely no different to the previous games and I am amazed critics have rated the game so highly and not seen through the hype about Elite and strike packages. After the days I have spent on MW and MW2, I wanted this to feel new and make me want to progress through the ranks again but there is nothing here that feels fresh or different enough to drive me to progress. The maps are just more of the same, they could have come out of either MW2 or Black Ops. I think the general sentiment that it feels like an expansion pack is absolutely right, as graphically and in design style it is so similar to the other games. Single player is the same hectic mess as ever. No idea what the story is about but the general mechanics of everything works like all the other COD games. On the higher difficulty levels the enemy AI is aggressive but hardly intelligent. It is difficult to not compare this game to battlefield 3 as they are competing for the same market share. For me BF3 has made enough of a jump from Bad Company to feel like a totally different game and worthy of my £40. Love it or hate it, the variation that BF3 offers in multiplayer through the use of scale, vehicles and equipment progression is just far superior and feels like a new experience (certainly for 360). To sum up, I am really disappointed that this franchise is not the genre defining game it once was. The maps are uninspired (Hardhat is one of the dullest multiplayer environments on 360) and the gameplay, levelling up and customisation is just far too similar to what we have all played and loved before.… Expand
  27. linkboie
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Everyone that said it is a the same as MW2 is an idiot or hasn't played the game, the only thing the same is the graphics, new campaign, new spec ops, new multiplayer features and the graphics make all the difference? Get real everyone.
  28. Gazw1
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Same recycled garbage as before. May as well have been released as DLC rather than a full price game. Infinity Ward: True gamers are reviewing this low because they see through the rose tinted glass and find a lazy effort. You've been resting on your laurels riding on the fact that millions of casual gamers who dont read gaming websites and dont really care about pushing the envelope, willSame recycled garbage as before. May as well have been released as DLC rather than a full price game. Infinity Ward: True gamers are reviewing this low because they see through the rose tinted glass and find a lazy effort. You've been resting on your laurels riding on the fact that millions of casual gamers who dont read gaming websites and dont really care about pushing the envelope, will still buy your game because they dont know they're getting ripped off. Hopefully next time you will learn to innovate and bring something fresh to the table, then you may meet the praise you're hoping for.… Expand
  29. bigsby_major
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    You're paying Ã
  30. TJblue
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I love it awesome game. Only criticism I have is not with the game but with the idiots who give it a zero really? But never mind that the numbers on-line last night say it all 1.3 million over XBOX LIVE and god knows how many on PS3 and PC.
  31. jdlmon3
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Ok honestly this game should have been a add on DLC. 60$ is a little much to ask in my opinion for this game. There is nothing different about this game except the number 3. It is in every identical to mw2. Menu and all. Ok the levels are different but that is it. For 60 bucks it would have been nice to see Upgraded graphics or something that makes this better than mw2. Stick with mw2 sameOk honestly this game should have been a add on DLC. 60$ is a little much to ask in my opinion for this game. There is nothing different about this game except the number 3. It is in every identical to mw2. Menu and all. Ok the levels are different but that is it. For 60 bucks it would have been nice to see Upgraded graphics or something that makes this better than mw2. Stick with mw2 same gameplay same everything. Save your money. Speaking of Money. You have to spend 60$/year to play this online cause of Xbox live. You are told to get the full call of duty experience you need to spend another 50/year for call of duty elite. Thats 110.00 on top of a 60$ game which now cost you 170.00$ Not worth it.… Expand
  32. Regal
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Same game as last time, barely different. Same combat, same story, same terrible community. This series of games is dragging the entire industry down. They should stop making these games.
  33. muffie1985
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It's Call of Duty! If you like Call of Duty, then you'll like Call of Duty! Sure it looks and feels the same but, Hello???? IT"S CALL OF DUTY!!!!!!! If you want something different, buy something different. If you want the best Online Mulitplayer Experience then look no further!!!! Call of Duty has the largest fan base of any other video game!!! Buy this game, you won't regret it!!!!
  34. LuckyWolf
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    My personal opinion is that people starting hating on Call of Duty when they introduced over priced map packs. They were too expensive and didn't have enough content for your money. For $15 you got 5 maps. I think the hate only got worse when people realized that they made a new Call of Duty Game every year and it didn't change much. I think we have the next "Guitar Hero" or "Tony Hawk" onMy personal opinion is that people starting hating on Call of Duty when they introduced over priced map packs. They were too expensive and didn't have enough content for your money. For $15 you got 5 maps. I think the hate only got worse when people realized that they made a new Call of Duty Game every year and it didn't change much. I think we have the next "Guitar Hero" or "Tony Hawk" on our hands.… Expand
  35. nuthead53
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Stop taking continued loyalty for granted.
    Stop increasing prices for what is essentially the same product.
    Stop reselling DLC content which people already own and recharging them.

    Yes i've had a great time with COD over the years but something has to change.
  36. dirtbag1975
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    1. Looks dated, color pallet is dull and washed out. 2. Sound is absolutely awful and annoying, all the guns sound the same.
    3. Run and gun brainless kill fest.
    4. P2P connection multilateral. 5. Maps are all mostly QC style and are annoying. It looks old, sounds old and is a major step backward after Black Ops. BW3 blows it out of the water in everyaspect. MW3 Single player is the    1. Looks dated, color pallet is dull and washed out. 2. Sound is absolutely awful and annoying, all the guns sound the same.
    3. Run and gun brainless kill fest.
    4. P2P connection multilateral.
    5. Maps are all mostly QC style and are annoying.

    It looks old, sounds old and is a major step backward after Black Ops. BW3 blows it out of the water in everyaspect.

    MW3 Single player is the games saving grace too bad it old took 3 hours to complete.

    Trading my copy in for something worthy.    … Expand
  37. OMGanafrican
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I love all of the battlefield 3 fanboys rating this game badly for the same reason when on console battlefield 3 is basically bad company 2.5. This game does not innovate but improves on what MW2 did well and in my opinion this game is the best yet!
  38. Stravo
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Game is absolute garbage. The campaign just felt absolutely forced and was completely forgettable by the end of it. Spec Ops is trash because zombies in WaW and Black Ops was just so much better. Not to mention you were able to play it with upto 3 other people that you know! Where's the fun in fighting endless enemies with only one other person? There is no fun in that. On toGame is absolute garbage. The campaign just felt absolutely forced and was completely forgettable by the end of it. Spec Ops is trash because zombies in WaW and Black Ops was just so much better. Not to mention you were able to play it with upto 3 other people that you know! Where's the fun in fighting endless enemies with only one other person? There is no fun in that. On to multiplayer... the maps are the worst I have ever seen. The graphics are extremely dated, Battlefield 3 just completely slaughters this game. The textures are also horrendous! Everything about this game is re-used from Modern Warfare 2. This game doesn't feel fresh at all. All of the guns and skins are re-used... the menus as well... even some of the buildings and vehicles. The sounds of the guns are still bad, and some are the same as MW2. Battlefield 3 is just so much better. Sorry if the truth hurts. This game is just a bad DLC to a game that came out two years ago. Save your money!… Expand
  39. Allions
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    I've buyed this game to see the end of the campaign and the survival co-op. The competitive multiplayer is the same of MW2 with some new maps, not a lot of differents killstreaks or perks and some new weapons. Not worth the 70â
  40. redterry
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It's hard to see the majority of people wanting to play any other multiplayer shooter until the next CoD is released, such is the quality of what's on offer here.
  41. pollux
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Same, Same, but not different. No innnovation here as it's exactly the same as MW2. You can only go to the well so many time before it run dry.
  42. Kizaru
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    For all the complaints that the franchise retains the same content with very little innovation, MW3 proves that a game does not need to completely re-invent the wheel to impress their core fan base as well as attract newcomers to the franchise. Developers have never had an obligation for substantial growth other than to satisfy their own creative needs and goals. This is the kind of gameFor all the complaints that the franchise retains the same content with very little innovation, MW3 proves that a game does not need to completely re-invent the wheel to impress their core fan base as well as attract newcomers to the franchise. Developers have never had an obligation for substantial growth other than to satisfy their own creative needs and goals. This is the kind of game Call of Duty is, and it is perfect just the way it is, regardless of how you may feel about it.… Expand
  43. ReaganSMASH21
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Didn't I just play this game last year? And the year before that? And two years before that? It's sad that the Modern Warfare brand, which was revolutionary 4 years ago, is now just stagnant garbage.
  44. vitorgodoimende
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It's amazing!!! I have been playing for hours non-stop, and still want more. The main history in single-player is great, much better than Battlefield 3, with action and all plots being solved. It's worth my rate and worth my money.,
  45. GesseHoward
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    A fantastic and fun game. the third chapter of MW is also the best.agree that the novelty may be lost but it still a super capable and competent shooter. Packed with a lot of features and modes. Looks and sounds great, the best controls possible and always at 60 fps. also includes the option for split screen co-op and even 4 player co op a la Goldeneye! The campaign never tires you and theA fantastic and fun game. the third chapter of MW is also the best.agree that the novelty may be lost but it still a super capable and competent shooter. Packed with a lot of features and modes. Looks and sounds great, the best controls possible and always at 60 fps. also includes the option for split screen co-op and even 4 player co op a la Goldeneye! The campaign never tires you and the SPEC and SURVIVAl modes are so much fun. 16 maps included and a enormous list of unlockables. Super accessible, immediate and fun shooter. Like video games should always be.… Expand
  46. Jonnyjustice
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is great, builds on a strong foundation of call of duty games. Yes they didn't re-invent the wheel, but it is still the best shell out there by far! Multi-player is click and smooth as ever and the campaign had breath taking edge of your seat moments. If your looking for something different play a different game, if your looking for FPS heaven, this is as close as it gets!
  47. T4GARRETT
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Be advised if you not a massive fan of MP this is rental. Very short campaign locations different but little else. This is an insult to anyone looking for a decent single player experience. MW1 was the pinnacle I'm afraid. Also I'm informed by friends elite does not work.

    This lazy development process needs to be stopped. My advice is rent to find out if it is for you or not but with other more worthy games out there such AC, Skyrim and Skyward sword to name a few this poor effort is an afternoon rental at best.

    Same sh*t different number after the name.    … Expand
  48. ebeytin
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I cannot believe the hype for a game that is basically the same thing over and over again. Sorry but I played this game 3 years ago, nothing new. Graphics are dated, I have seen better, sounds are just pathetic and don't get me started on the horrible campaing mode. Save your cash if you already have Cod 4, you will not miss out on anything.
  49. Apathy
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I already bought this game on 11/10/09. I would recommend passing on this game and going with something different. Either Battlefield 3 or Gears of War 3 would be great choice.
  50. Easyshas
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Not impressed, laggy, hit detection issues, repetitve gameplay. Single player much as one would expect. Can be fun in very short bursts but there are far too many superior games out there for this one to be a keeper.
  51. TW15T3D
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I Loved MW1 & MW2, I also love BF games. But wow after playing MW3 I felt very disapointed, ok the single player is good but the MP sucks. It looks old and dated nothing new to make you want to play more. Mindless run & gun very boring. Activision must be laughing all the way to the bank, knowing that poor suckers like me and many others have paid out £40 or $60 for what is aI Loved MW1 & MW2, I also love BF games. But wow after playing MW3 I felt very disapointed, ok the single player is good but the MP sucks. It looks old and dated nothing new to make you want to play more. Mindless run & gun very boring. Activision must be laughing all the way to the bank, knowing that poor suckers like me and many others have paid out £40 or $60 for what is a new campaign and a map pack for MW2. I think this is the final curtain draw for COD, well for me anyway. BF3 for me is now the king of online shooters and for those who disagree are those who have never played a BF game or thoses who played a couple of hours of BF before giving up.… Expand
  52. AveNeva
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Nice graphic, very good sound (better than mw2), singleplayer owns everything, and perfect multiplayer. Guys this game is amazing!!!! I think this game is really good, the best of all modern warfare.
  53. xxroachxx
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    lame game is lame and still the same it was 2 years ago / quickscoping brought back for the kids/
    aim assist ? might as well call it auto aim l1 snaps onto to any living thing/
    no skill needed/
    lol BO was better but people complained because they hated balance this game needs to go back to its root cod4/cod2 and make it simple and competitive

    rather than this **** they are putting out
  54. xemrex
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    no so much new stuff in game,unbalance,bugy,bad graphics and boring after playing couple hours
    single player is good if you are played cod4 and mw2 you will understand a lot of things
  55. fmsantos39
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Why not be honest for once?? The game have nice features, nice gameplay, nice graphics, and if you are BF3 fanboy why bother to rate the game, if you will not play.
  56. XBOXlegs87
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Modern Warfare 3 has a very solid campaign, the story is very Michael Bay esque with crazy explosions around every corner but i would say that it is a complete treat for the eyes throughout. The game engine is just an updated one from 5 years ago but i think it still scrubs up well today and the scale of the action is far superior to any other game on the market and its all in real timeModern Warfare 3 has a very solid campaign, the story is very Michael Bay esque with crazy explosions around every corner but i would say that it is a complete treat for the eyes throughout. The game engine is just an updated one from 5 years ago but i think it still scrubs up well today and the scale of the action is far superior to any other game on the market and its all in real time without cutscenes.
    The multiplayer is pretty much if it aint broke then dont fix it. Some minor tweaks and new game modes which make the game a much more even and accessable game for newcomers. Still by far the greatest online multiplayer franchise as is reflected by the amount of sales it gets every year.
    Spec ops is much better and more thought through than modern warfare 2 and in my opinion is much better than the zombies game mode from another so called developer. If you are a lover of zombies however, it has a great survival mode for 2 players.

    Well deserving of a 9/10 because it is what it is with some new features and more even gameplay for newcomers and everyone as a whole. It loses the extra point because it is just Call Of Duty and the survival is only 2 players. Have fun everyone and i will see you online :)

    Just a last comment to say please dont listen to all the negative user reviews on this site because people are being crazy with the big fanboy battle over this and battlefield. They are both just a computer game and both involve pretend men running around with guns. Both games have flaws and both games have people who camp online. Battlefield is littered with snipers camping and cod is littered with people camping too. That is surely the people playing it and not the game itself that we should be giving a low score to. All i can say is buy the game you enjoy and ignore all these fools who think trolling a games score is a big thing to do. Why cant we all just get along. Its only a computer game afterall. Battlefield + Call of Duty = Competition, which is great for everyone :)    … Expand
  57. 11mb0mb
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    All the haters here need to grow up and GTFO. I LOVE Battlefield 3 and you know what, I LOVE Modern Warfare 3. Sure its a rehash. Sure its the same engine. Why mess with success??? It doesnt deserve a 10, and it doesnt get a 9 because its not original...but a 0? A 2? Thats just garbage. My freidns and I play all kinds of games, especially shooters, and we are having a BLAST with thisAll the haters here need to grow up and GTFO. I LOVE Battlefield 3 and you know what, I LOVE Modern Warfare 3. Sure its a rehash. Sure its the same engine. Why mess with success??? It doesnt deserve a 10, and it doesnt get a 9 because its not original...but a 0? A 2? Thats just garbage. My freidns and I play all kinds of games, especially shooters, and we are having a BLAST with this one. It improves on almost every aspect of MW2 and is, imo, much more fun the BLOPs. wNobody gave Gears a 2.8 average and it didnt innovate AT ALL. Battlefield 3...not AT ALL. Halo Reach innovated a little with new spartan movement and AAs, and EVERYONE COMPLAINED.
    Don't make the user reviews here worthless for people that are curious about a new game. Please, please rate a game based on its merits as well as flaws.    … Expand
  58. jameswoo
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    MW3 online is too fast paced and unbalanced. Faster than Black Ops and even MW2. Maps are too small and congested. Graphics look like crap compared to BF3, look worse than Black Ops too. Weapons sound tinny and surround sound effects are almost nonexistent, so it sounds worse than Black Ops too. MW3 single player is not much better, same tired running and gunning action with noMW3 online is too fast paced and unbalanced. Faster than Black Ops and even MW2. Maps are too small and congested. Graphics look like crap compared to BF3, look worse than Black Ops too. Weapons sound tinny and surround sound effects are almost nonexistent, so it sounds worse than Black Ops too. MW3 single player is not much better, same tired running and gunning action with no tactics required. Almost like watching an action movie with lots of explosions but not so interesting story. The good old Infinity Ward would not produce this piece of crap.… Expand
  59. ChorleyDom
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    I've been playing COD since Call of Duty 3, and this is by far the worst edition of the game I've ever played.
    The maps are tight and enemy spawning comes from all angles, so expect to be shot in the back a lot. Any element of skill has been replaced with explosives - that's in both single and multiplayer. The game only gets points for me with it's survival mode - stolen from Treyarch's    I've been playing COD since Call of Duty 3, and this is by far the worst edition of the game I've ever played.
    The maps are tight and enemy spawning comes from all angles, so expect to be shot in the back a lot. Any element of skill has been replaced with explosives - that's in both single and multiplayer. The game only gets points for me with it's survival mode - stolen from Treyarch's zombie mode.
    The game is dated in every way - graphics, design and playability. It's a massive fail.    … Expand
  60. WSHere121
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Feels like a DLC for MW2 with more ingame lags. Worst reinstallment with short campaing. The grahics are the same, if not worst than MW2. The gameplay is the same with same weapons and barely a couple new feature. Definitely not worth the $70 retail. This is the last COD game I am buying.
  61. d3dw8t
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    What can i say loved MW2 was ok with black ops and now MW3... just sucks. you would think they would learn from previous games but no. quick scoping sucks, why not take some of the good features of black ops? like diving and decent map layout. The maps on MW3 are just like a pile of **** with no clear lines nothing its just like they took a bunch of building and threw them together.
  62. GregPieter
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    Bitterly disappointing - I felt as if I had just bought a map pack for MW2 at best, and an average one at that. For one of the largest, richest game franchises in the world, this is a really poor effort.
  63. Snake116
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    Same game
    Same old game Old engine Boum boum but no sensation I like FPS games but MW 3 it's a old game, 4 year too late ... sorry ACTIVISION MUST BE CHANGE ALL !!
  64. bear7278
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Was a little excited to get this game and delve into the multiplayer and after about 8 hours of playing online with the 5 that it took me to finish the campaign, I can truthfully say that I am done with it. On the campaign front, the set pieces are explosive and and grand; but they do the typical bit of just throwing enemies at you in waves. No real A.I. to speak of. the story itself was aWas a little excited to get this game and delve into the multiplayer and after about 8 hours of playing online with the 5 that it took me to finish the campaign, I can truthfully say that I am done with it. On the campaign front, the set pieces are explosive and and grand; but they do the typical bit of just throwing enemies at you in waves. No real A.I. to speak of. the story itself was a mess and had know feeling as to be given credit to show that any real thought was put into it. Now the multiplayer.......what a sham. at first you are overwhelmed with everything that there is to unlock; but the more you play, it becomes moot because as with the rest of the Call of Duty's, there is wonderful bit of lag that will kill your character and your soul. the lag isn't noticeable until you realize something isn't right. I upgraded my internet from 12 mbps to 20 and not a single bit of difference was made. quite a few times will I see the barrel of an enemies gun coming around the corner only to be killed, and when I watch the killcam, the other player has come around the corner, aimed right at me at shot me. That's not what I saw. It's even gone so far for me to be running and get shot by an opposing player, who in my screen, hasn't even rounded the corner in front of me yet. But in there screen? they did and I was just running right at them. Another disliked fact about the multiplayer? the maps are to enclosed. there is alot, and I do mean alot, of instances of running face to face with a enemy player running around corners, and there are alot of corners. Alot of corners for people to camp in, and that is what they do. All the maps favor camping because then if you're running, then it just becomes twitch gameplay. not skill, but who has the faster trigger finger and connection to the match. if your connection is suffering, then forget it. online videos posted on youtube of people getting high kills is all people camping. So, to sum it up. This has been the worst of the Call of Duty experiences since the first Modern Warfare. Be warned. and if you're a first time player, then the online experience will be brutal and will definitely not be enjoyable; but downright frustrating.… Expand
  65. drkmn302
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    The game overall has lived up to the hype...except the HYPED up Elite account.. Thinking the type of intrest they had in the game and yet they cant cope with the amount of ppl that have signed up.. Unable to access teh website, v.poor customer support, no replies to questions. Sort it out or start refunding!!
  66. Skyplot
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Best cod ever. Heck best first person shooter ever. Everything works how its suppose to what you get with a refined engine. Not like that bf3 beta people paid 60 bucks for and you cant be on team with youre friends. Single player in mw3 is the most andrenaline packed thrill ride ever. Cod of duty is for people who grew up watching rambo, terminator,etc.. Bf3 is for people who watch band ofBest cod ever. Heck best first person shooter ever. Everything works how its suppose to what you get with a refined engine. Not like that bf3 beta people paid 60 bucks for and you cant be on team with youre friends. Single player in mw3 is the most andrenaline packed thrill ride ever. Cod of duty is for people who grew up watching rambo, terminator,etc.. Bf3 is for people who watch band of brothers. Lol.… Expand
  67. dukerattlehead
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Another cog in the machine of the anti-consumer methodology. Re-releasing the same old content and charging over the odds for the privilege of a few new maps and guns in the knowledge that the 'fanbase' will bend over and take it. I used to be an first person shooter fan, the modern warfare series has seriously ruined that for me.
  68. interlockk
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I absolutely loved Modern Warfare. World at War was amazing too, in my opinion. Then Modern Warfare 2 came out. I was so incredibly excited for it. It definitely was a fun game... at first. The game quickly started to get stale. After people realized how awesome they could be with Javelin glitches, care package glitches, One man army noob tubing, across the map model 1887's...I quit.I absolutely loved Modern Warfare. World at War was amazing too, in my opinion. Then Modern Warfare 2 came out. I was so incredibly excited for it. It definitely was a fun game... at first. The game quickly started to get stale. After people realized how awesome they could be with Javelin glitches, care package glitches, One man army noob tubing, across the map model 1887's...I quit. Couldn't stand that stupid **** anymore. I was 'meh' when Black Ops was coming out simply because I had that imbalanced and bug-ridden piece of **** that was MW2 in the back of my mind. I tried it and hated it.

    MW3.

    I played a online for a few hours tonight at a friend's house. Wow.

    It's.... terrible.

    It looks the same as MW2. Actually, my initial thought was that it did not look as smooth as Black Ops or MW2.
    It's definitely faster paced... bullet damage is higher. You will go from 100% health to 0 without even seeing the screen go red because it's that quick (I'm talking softcore) with virtually any primary weapon, especially the Assault rifles. I suppose not necessarily a bad thing.

    The new killstreak system is an upgrade I'll give it that. Perks seemed be more balanced.

    Sniping is now incredibly easy. My second overall game but my first game of sniping (using the first Bolt-action rifle) I went 32-6. No joke. I don't consider myself a 'pro' either. Second game of sniping... 24-8. But the maps are ****ty. Nothing new. Nothing visually pleasing. It all looks the same to me.
    The character animations seem to be so... not new.
    All the sounds from MW2 are back in MW3... this pisses me off.
    There are more guns than usual. But... 75% of them are previously used guns. Whoo.

    Extremely disappointed and I will definitely NOT be buying this game. I recommend this game to anyone who doesn't mind paying $60 for basically the same thing they had 2 years ago. Less bugs though!

    As for new players..... you will more than likely enjoy this game. Go for it.


    Oh, and the only good thing from Black Ops (Nice customization and dolphin diving)... both gone!    … Expand
  69. chaos4499
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This is pretty much the same experience that you have been experiencing since COD4. The engine is really showing its age and the gameplay has become extremely stale because it is the same experience all over again. Also, art pallet consists of nothing but bland browns and greys. If you are a die hard fanboy then, naturally, you will love MW3 but otherwise I am sure you can find somethingThis is pretty much the same experience that you have been experiencing since COD4. The engine is really showing its age and the gameplay has become extremely stale because it is the same experience all over again. Also, art pallet consists of nothing but bland browns and greys. If you are a die hard fanboy then, naturally, you will love MW3 but otherwise I am sure you can find something else better worth your $60.… Expand
  70. ChuGNutS
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    Its a MW2 expansion pack. End of. XP/ranks/kill streaks = the decline of skill in FPS and the 'run round like a noob' 'spawn die spawn die spawn die' mentality that ruins this game. No tactics No skill its an arcade game that doesnt come close to the likes of Counter Strike.
  71. Sepoquro
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    ANSWERING GLEN SCHOFIELD'S CALL OF DUTY! I bet 3/4 of the 0 scores came from butthurt BF fanboys who didn't even buy the game. I actually played it and though the game isn't perfect, it deserves a 8 or a 9 if you ask me, but to counteract the 0's by the butthurt no-life retards that is the BF community, I will give this game a 10.
  72. locojaws
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    It's amazing that they were able to release a game with absolutely no changes from the last one besides new maps and new campaign. Basically everything was taken from Modern Warfare 2, I have yet to see new animations, weapons (I did see one new gun), and even the HUD and layout. It's an expansion pack at most but priced at a full retail game. Maybe if it was 40 dollars it would be a moreIt's amazing that they were able to release a game with absolutely no changes from the last one besides new maps and new campaign. Basically everything was taken from Modern Warfare 2, I have yet to see new animations, weapons (I did see one new gun), and even the HUD and layout. It's an expansion pack at most but priced at a full retail game. Maybe if it was 40 dollars it would be a more believable price, but really it's almost like it's just a map pack with a new (4-5 hour) campaign. Comparably, Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas was argued as not differing enough but really they changed gameplay mechanics, new NPCs, a huge new map, and loads of other features though it appeared virtually the same at first. So this game really has no excuse as to why they couldn't have expanded on and improved the gameplay further from its predecessors. As much as I played so far I see nothing that warrants a $60 price tag, besides the obsession to continue playing the Modern Warfare 2 Multiplayer on a bunch of new maps.… Expand
  73. smitysmit
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Great game great multiplayer, the people that give it very low scores have never played it and have nothing better to do than rate a game down they haven't played. The people playing are having too much fun on the game to come on here and rate it. IMO this is the best cod since cod 4.
  74. ghola
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Same old **** The new game modes don't Live up to The Hype. And: SOME SETTINGS AND BUILDINGS WERE COPIED STRAIGHT FROM COD 4. Unfrocking believable... COD elite is broken, simply does not work yet.
  75. leroy989
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Must buy game don't listen to all these noobs here just bashing the game because its 100x better then Battlefield 3. Battlefield clams they where going to make Call of Duty go away funny when they failed to even have more online activity then Black Ops and MW2 enough said CoD will always be number 1 don't you kids forget that.
  76. RogueDefector
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I decided to go to a midnight opening so I could get my hands on MW3, my friends thought I was stupid as they kept on saying that it will be exactly like previous versions, I kept on saying to them that it looked awesome and it would be different.
    After playing on multiplayer for a few minutes, I realised that it was a waste of money and a waste of queueing time, it shouldn't of been a    I decided to go to a midnight opening so I could get my hands on MW3, my friends thought I was stupid as they kept on saying that it will be exactly like previous versions, I kept on saying to them that it looked awesome and it would be different.
    After playing on multiplayer for a few minutes, I realised that it was a waste of money and a waste of queueing time, it shouldn't of been a full release, it should of been an expansion. Yes there are a few things that are different and interesting but a lot of it is just the same old stuff that is in previous versions. The only section that I slightly enjoy is the Spec Ops, the only downside on that though is you can only play with one other person. I'd like to be able to play with up to three other people.    … Expand
  77. DFBHDTS
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Truly appalling. MW1 did something different with the Perk system, back in 2008. Since then this franchise has got lazy. Every other big franchise is innovating and upgrading (Battlefield, Assassins Creed, ME, the list goes on) however COD seems to be too afraid to stray from the formula. Gladly only borrowed the game and didn't give my money to the Money grabbers at Activision. If youTruly appalling. MW1 did something different with the Perk system, back in 2008. Since then this franchise has got lazy. Every other big franchise is innovating and upgrading (Battlefield, Assassins Creed, ME, the list goes on) however COD seems to be too afraid to stray from the formula. Gladly only borrowed the game and didn't give my money to the Money grabbers at Activision. If you want a truly unique MP experience. Spend your well earned cash on BF3.… Expand
  78. ChiBlackOps
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I remember when a sequel creating something new and innovative. I remember when developers were judged based on innovation in addition to the quality of the game. Mw3 is a structurally solid game, and why shouldn't it be, it is the same formula since call of duty 4.graphically and strategically. I accepted MW2, because it added alot to the game. MW3 HOWEVER IS NOTHING MORE THAN MW2 WITH AI remember when a sequel creating something new and innovative. I remember when developers were judged based on innovation in addition to the quality of the game. Mw3 is a structurally solid game, and why shouldn't it be, it is the same formula since call of duty 4.graphically and strategically. I accepted MW2, because it added alot to the game. MW3 HOWEVER IS NOTHING MORE THAN MW2 WITH A SLIGHT MAKEOVER. I AM PISSED YOU CHARGED ME $60 FOR IT!!!!! There is nothing new here, If you are looking for a fresh experience then look somewhere else , maybe buy an indie game. If you are looking for the same familiar multiplayer you love from the series , than just save your money and go back to black ops.… Expand
  79. Dufflad
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Ok, I got this expecting just another Call of Duty game and was really happy with the final product. After Black Ops, I wasn't to pleased with the series, but Infinity Ward didn't make Black Ops, so I thought I would give CoD another shot. Being a fan since Finest Hour, it's been great watching the series erupt into what it is now (Devs can thank me later) and it deserves a lot of theOk, I got this expecting just another Call of Duty game and was really happy with the final product. After Black Ops, I wasn't to pleased with the series, but Infinity Ward didn't make Black Ops, so I thought I would give CoD another shot. Being a fan since Finest Hour, it's been great watching the series erupt into what it is now (Devs can thank me later) and it deserves a lot of the money, not so much the hype though, no game deserves this amount of hype imo. However, the campaign is great, the multiplayer is just as good as ever, if not better, and Survival mode is sweet if you have friends unlike me. Their only mistake is not putting much work into it so it seems. It's not hard to do what the Call of Duty series does nowadays compared to a game like... oh say.. skyrim. But Comparing the two is just moronic. I personally can't find anything wrong with this game that wasn't wrong with either of the other modern warfares. So, as a FPS, this game has exceeded my expectations as always and will be the only FPS in my library for a while. Sorry Battlefield fans, BF3 disappointed me.… Expand
  80. taludvan
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    En efecto, es más de lo mismo. Pero, por qué camiar algo que funciona tan bien?. Alguien intentaría cambiar el sabor de un buen jamón?. La fórmula funciona, y aunque los gráficos no son punteros, a cambio conservan los fundamentales 60 fps en este tipo de juego. Nunca entenderé el porEn efecto, es más de lo mismo. Pero, por qué camiar algo que funciona tan bien?. Alguien intentaría cambiar el sabor de un buen jamón?. La fórmula funciona, y aunque los gráficos no son punteros, a cambio conservan los fundamentales 60 fps en este tipo de juego. Nunca entenderé el por qué de tanto hater. Aunque sea un tópico, vive y deja vivir. Tanta historia con el Battlefield 3, como si no se pudiese disfrutar de los dos.… Expand
  81. Guuma
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Sorry Activision, but its just a next title update. I'm very dissapointed, next time I will not buy "another" Call of Duty game. Really sad to say it but its true.
  82. finchslu
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    This game improves on everything that made the game great in the first place while adding many new features that help this entry in the series shine. I have had my complaints with Call of Duty games before and after sinking a few hours into each of MW3's modes I can say that it is without a doubt the most balanced and refined experience any of the Call of Duty games have ever delivered.This game improves on everything that made the game great in the first place while adding many new features that help this entry in the series shine. I have had my complaints with Call of Duty games before and after sinking a few hours into each of MW3's modes I can say that it is without a doubt the most balanced and refined experience any of the Call of Duty games have ever delivered. The campaign is a non-stop adrenalin rush that keeps moving you from one crazy set piece to another. In multiplayer the game feels better than it ever has before with new point streaks and strike packages to help give the game a sense of balance that was sorely missed in MW2. Personally the highlight of the game comes in the new Spec-Ops survival mode. This new mode highlights what makes Call of Duty such a great gaming experience; online or split-screen co-op, fast past gun fights that increase in difficulty and a leveling structure similar to the online multiplayers offering allow this mode to become a very satisfying and addicting treat that will let players enjoy MW3 for a very long time.

    AND It really is a shame what people are doing here by rating the game low simply because THEY do not care for Call of Duty at all. Most of the bad reviews have come from people who never actually played the game. I saw an article on IGN.com about how bad these reviews have been from users so i thought i would give my honest opinion on what i thought of the game and how i felt about the sad trolling and/or blatant misinformation that has been posted about this game. This one's for you Glen Schofield! thanks for helping make a great game.    … Expand
  83. PalStall
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    People who wrote negative reviews are only upset because their stupid game "Battlefield 3" didn't came up to their expectations .. and they want to destroy this game's reputation too.. EVIL.
    Modern Warfare 3 is an amazing Cinematic experience and you will enjoy every moment playing it both in single player and Multiplayer modes, the game is so much fun and deserves to be at the top, but    People who wrote negative reviews are only upset because their stupid game "Battlefield 3" didn't came up to their expectations .. and they want to destroy this game's reputation too.. EVIL.
    Modern Warfare 3 is an amazing Cinematic experience and you will enjoy every moment playing it both in single player and Multiplayer modes, the game is so much fun and deserves to be at the top, but people are just jealous.
    This is a must buy, especially if you played the previous 2 parts of it and you want to complete the amazing story.
    Some people was expecting some change change but the game is already perfect, it doesn't need change, when the developers see that its outdated i'm sure they will come up with a new engine and better graphics and so on..
    Thank you Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer games for this amazing experience.    … Expand
  84. RegularJohn1986
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The story mode: Quiet a short playthrough, although not if you are getting all of the achievements/trophies, usual fast paced action adventure and a great way to complete the trilogy.
    Multiplayer: Looks stunning, great action, well thought out leveling systems.
    Great game
  85. BWice
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Great game. I know it is more of the same but that is not really a bad thing. If you have enjoyed the other parts you'll like MW3 too. At least I do
  86. chmccoy7
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I liked almost ever aspect of the game. It seemed to me a fitting end to the trilogy.

    To be fair there was very little actual innovation in this. But then again, the title has a 3 in it. What should you expect. The graphics and physics were clean and made sense. The AI's could use a little work in my opinion, but they are still superior to most games. Multi player is a blast. My only    I liked almost ever aspect of the game. It seemed to me a fitting end to the trilogy.

    To be fair there was very little actual innovation in this. But then again, the title has a 3 in it. What should you expect.

    The graphics and physics were clean and made sense. The AI's could use a little work in my opinion, but they are still superior to most games. Multi player is a blast. My only wish is that they could keep you tied to players that are the same rank, or maybe had a training mode. I felt like I was tossed out to the wolves when I played MP.    … Expand
  87. xMurderotica89
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    this game is a load of tripe. there's nothing new. i expected a totally revamped game (sequels at least change graphics... MW3 does not do anything new) but was annoyed when i found new guns...maps... and a new mode. wtf? i bought this game 4 years ago. i dont want dlc for £45!!! and the fact retailers sell it for more than the usual price. RUBBISH. the campaign is dire andthis game is a load of tripe. there's nothing new. i expected a totally revamped game (sequels at least change graphics... MW3 does not do anything new) but was annoyed when i found new guns...maps... and a new mode. wtf? i bought this game 4 years ago. i dont want dlc for £45!!! and the fact retailers sell it for more than the usual price. RUBBISH. the campaign is dire and tries so hard. can't wait for skyrim, where game devs actually try hard to make something different to their previous game. come of IW, CHANGE SOMETHING!!… Expand
  88. Krazekami
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Shield. Enough said. Plus more options this time around to be a team player. A very high risk, high reward multiplayer game which can be frustrating at times, but I love it.
  89. RawRebel
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    Glorified map pack is what MW3 is. Maps are too small making snipers ineffective, hit detection is super wonky and single player is only 5 hrs long. Modern Warfare 2 and Black Ops are much better games. Kinda of fun but don't waste 60 dollars on this.
  90. nigsylbd
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Absolutely fantastic gaming experience as usual from COD can honestly say I have never not got my moneys worth from a COD game surprised BF3 players can drag them-self away from there 'amazing' to rate a game they haven't played
  91. Theninja
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    first off i just want to say to all the BF fanboys that gave this game >5 its ok we all know that MW3's campaign is the **** dont get me wrong i like BF i have played it before i have owned 4 of them and lets just saw that BF is good but so is COD so shut the **** up and stop giving it bad reviews because EA is horrible at costumer support. now on the the real review the game is awesome,first off i just want to say to all the BF fanboys that gave this game >5 its ok we all know that MW3's campaign is the **** dont get me wrong i like BF i have played it before i have owned 4 of them and lets just saw that BF is good but so is COD so shut the **** up and stop giving it bad reviews because EA is horrible at costumer support. now on the the real review the game is awesome, campaign was ****ing sick really good way to end the MW series(?) and MP is great i love every map except for seatown haha and spec ops is awesome also survival is sick and fun even to play with yourself… Expand
  92. Sh0dan
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    I'm not into multiplayer gaming these days, so when I buy a shooter I expect a single player game on the quality bar of something Irrational Games might put out. And while I did enjoy the first and second instalment of CoD on PC, I have become pretty jaded at this point with the the Modern Warfare SP campaigns, which is really nothing more than the same game with a different paint job.I'm not into multiplayer gaming these days, so when I buy a shooter I expect a single player game on the quality bar of something Irrational Games might put out. And while I did enjoy the first and second instalment of CoD on PC, I have become pretty jaded at this point with the the Modern Warfare SP campaigns, which is really nothing more than the same game with a different paint job. Spec-Ops mode is fun for what it is, but other than that I cant in good conscience inflate my score any higher than a yellow mark. So sorry to Glen Schofield, I hear your appeal on twitter and I think it sucks that BF fans are being a-holes with the scores because I think that game suffers from the same lack of innovation and quality in the single player department too... But as far as this MW3 is concerned, imo its a mediocre game simply due to the fact I am so jaded on this franchise now. It just doesn't interest me any more... Doesn't mean any dev who worked on this title shouldn't be proud of their work, as usual their is a good level of polish, but even the most addictive innovative game can get boring after a while, especially if its milked so heavily. The tipping point was at MW2 I think, so we've already started on the gradual decline in gamer support for this IP. Anyone in the industry or who has been gaming since the Atari 2600 has seen this happen many times before. Its a slow undignified death.… Expand
  93. joshua1091
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Single player campaign is quite short, but has some very awesome, action packed moments.
    Multiplayer mode is awesome, and is sure to keep me engaged for the months to come.Thanks to the revamped killstreak system, even im getting kill streaks(or just, 'Streaks')!!! multiplayer mode is fun to play, and retains the style and feel of previous MW games. It also utilizes gun play to maximum, by    Single player campaign is quite short, but has some very awesome, action packed moments.
    Multiplayer mode is awesome, and is sure to keep me engaged for the months to come.Thanks to the revamped killstreak system, even im getting kill streaks(or just, 'Streaks')!!! multiplayer mode is fun to play, and retains the style and feel of previous MW games. It also utilizes gun play to maximum, by removing some brutal kill streak rewards from the previous games, and makes the game more fun to play by removing the unfair perks.
    Special ops is really good. The Survival mode is quite challenging and will definitely meet the needs of quirky..trigger happy, adrenalin junkies.
    Must buy for anyone looking forward to some game that could keep you busy for a long time!!!
    Presenting you the fairest game so far in CoD history [never had a chance to try the multiplayer modes of CoD 1-3].    … Expand
  94. FictionalTouch
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    It's Funny that all the low reviews say the same thing just re-hashed with different words. Get over it people the FPS Genre is full of copy and paste and BF3 also I felt I was playing badcompany all over again and they have more campers than anything team work my @$$!! anyways as for MW3 its crisp clear smooth gameplay, a story line thats a lil over the top but atleast it's kept on withIt's Funny that all the low reviews say the same thing just re-hashed with different words. Get over it people the FPS Genre is full of copy and paste and BF3 also I felt I was playing badcompany all over again and they have more campers than anything team work my @$$!! anyways as for MW3 its crisp clear smooth gameplay, a story line thats a lil over the top but atleast it's kept on with what it started with. Mulitplayer has more game modes better servers and it's fun merking the campers! once you get past the anger!!… Expand
  95. pjd5043
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    Even knowing it was going to be a MW2 clone, the game managed to disappoint me. The single player was entertaining enough, although combating the never ending horde of enemies that spawn until you progress past a certain point is getting old. I would have liked the campaign to have been longer, the story was good but the campaign was just way to short.

    The multiplayer is where I the    Even knowing it was going to be a MW2 clone, the game managed to disappoint me. The single player was entertaining enough, although combating the never ending horde of enemies that spawn until you progress past a certain point is getting old. I would have liked the campaign to have been longer, the story was good but the campaign was just way to short.

    The multiplayer is where I the game disappointed me the most, and that's saying something from the already low expectations I had. Spawns are ridiculous in the game, after playing the multiplayer for a few hours, it astonishes me how often I kill someone to have them spawn behind me, or how often I spawn in an enemies path. The maps are all tiny full of winding corridors and very little open space. The guns respond terribly, and they all behave similarly (i.e. fire rate and stopping power). Kills come extremely easy, both ways, and take very little skill. Have had a few problems with lag so far, and it's not on my end, it's not that bad yet, but knowing the previous titles it will get worse with time. To me the multiplayer is just a chaotic mess, more akin to Halo than the COD titles I used to love playing. I give this a 3, because that's how many hours the campaign kept me entertained.    … Expand
  96. BradicusMaximus
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Do yourself a favor and ignore what the flock of sheep are saying about this game. Same iteration, no matter the name change. Just go back to playing Blops or MW2 or even MW1. Its not like you'll find much of a difference anyway.
  97. monkeyblue
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    I'm really disappointed with this game, the online game could have just been paid DLC for black ops the graphics look pretty much the same, and the game seems glitchy especially with the hit zones. Single player campaign is good, but its pretty much the same old stuff, overall I'm highly disappointed and now looking to sell my game on eBay.
  98. RunAndGun
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I love the negative feedback this game is getting!!! Finally, a garbage ass game getting what it deserves. I can't believe people were actually stupid enough to pay for this game as well. MW2.1 the biggest crock of **** ever. One big problem is that people will continue to buy the CoD franchise games as long as they're being made, no matter what is put into it. Activision just wantsI love the negative feedback this game is getting!!! Finally, a garbage ass game getting what it deserves. I can't believe people were actually stupid enough to pay for this game as well. MW2.1 the biggest crock of **** ever. One big problem is that people will continue to buy the CoD franchise games as long as they're being made, no matter what is put into it. Activision just wants to sell as many copies as possible to as many new players as possible. This is where the bull**** deathstreaks and killstreaks that you can get no matter your deaths come into play. They're trying to make it as noob friendly as possible. They don't give a **** about the people that days of gameplay into previous good CoD titles like CoD 2 and CoD 4, two of the many they got right. The drop out percentage of veteran players is totally outweighed by the new players coming in. They need to go back to the CoD 4 days. When simplicity and good mechanics reigned supreme over fancy graphics and explosions. I'll be playing Skyrim until CS: Global Offensive is released, which is where simple gameplay and skill will beat out 12 year old noobtubing children, with deathstreaks.… Expand
  99. blackandblue85
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    I'm going to give this game an HTG (honest-to-goodness) review. Even though I never played MW3, it looks like another good game. I mean, Mario makes the same POS (piece of s**t) every time he makes a game while Sonic the Hedgehog busts his butt trying to make a good game. Anyways, why fix what is not broken??? The only thing I hate about COD is the multi-player. Get rid of the "camp spots"I'm going to give this game an HTG (honest-to-goodness) review. Even though I never played MW3, it looks like another good game. I mean, Mario makes the same POS (piece of s**t) every time he makes a game while Sonic the Hedgehog busts his butt trying to make a good game. Anyways, why fix what is not broken??? The only thing I hate about COD is the multi-player. Get rid of the "camp spots" and make it a fair game. Fanboys are poison to the game industry and they can die a slow, painful, death. As soon as get some money, I will be sure to add this to my collection of games.… Expand
  100. MrCancer
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Game should be called "Call of Duty: More of the same x3". This game is not worth the money it's priced at, for 60 dollars you can do much more than buy a rehashed game that comes out year after year with no real changes. Let me just spare you the time by giving you a full run through of what this game does -Go onto multiplayer, shoot, shoot, shoot -Shoot some more during the multiplayerGame should be called "Call of Duty: More of the same x3". This game is not worth the money it's priced at, for 60 dollars you can do much more than buy a rehashed game that comes out year after year with no real changes. Let me just spare you the time by giving you a full run through of what this game does -Go onto multiplayer, shoot, shoot, shoot -Shoot some more during the multiplayer -Shoot and not do objectives, despite being in an objective game mode -Talk tons of trash and shoot, shoot, shoot and if you are into campaign, here is a slight run through of what you'll face -Stupid A.I that has not been improved since Call of Duty 2 -The continuation of a crappy story that has been going on since COD4 -Play as terrorist, oops, I mean Americans (THERES NO DIFFERENCE!) -Watch a little girl and her family die (I.W. like to watch children die I guess) The rest of the game is everything you've seen from virtual military based shooters over the past four years, and that isn't saying much. The only people who will enoy this game is either raging teens who think kill-farming is uber kewl, or those annoying machinima kids who think doing stupid things online will make them money. Save yourself the time and stay away from this overrated piece of plastic, go burn your 60 bucks on something more important, like paying your phone bill or getting food, or take someone on a date etc.etc… Expand
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#13 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#1 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#13 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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88

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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