Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 8685 Ratings

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  1. Reviewer2401
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Huge Downgrade from Black Ops.

    -No combat training -No bots -No local search -Bad Splitscreen play -No zombies -No emblem editor -Same titles from MW2 -Camping still a problem -Guns are OP -Campaign is not as good as MW2's campaign -Hit Detection is worse than MW2 -Graphics worse than MW2, also outdated. -CtrlCCtrlV Really, I am surprised that it was even worse than people thought it    Huge Downgrade from Black Ops.

    -No combat training
    -No bots
    -No local search
    -Bad Splitscreen play
    -No zombies
    -No emblem editor
    -Same titles from MW2
    -Camping still a problem
    -Guns are OP
    -Campaign is not as good as MW2's campaign
    -Hit Detection is worse than MW2
    -Graphics worse than MW2, also outdated. -CtrlCCtrlV

    Really, I am surprised that it was even worse than people thought it would be.

    Rent only.

    Survival is fun, however.    … Expand
  2. tbfdgbfdb
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    it's just DLC no new thing

    Negative is good for it (((Have been playing MW3 online for a few hours now and it surprised me that a game I wasn't looking forward to, at all, still was able to... disappoint me. Have seen many of the maps and I haven't felt a presence of a classic map. Running makes you wiggle like a drunk duck, reloading is much quicker than switching weapons. The thing    it's just DLC no new thing


    Negative is good for it

    (((Have been playing MW3 online for a few hours now and it surprised me that a game I wasn't looking forward to, at all, still was able to... disappoint me. Have seen many of the maps and I haven't felt a presence of a classic map. Running makes you wiggle like a drunk duck, reloading is much quicker than switching weapons. The thing cod "had going for it" was fast fluent game play huh?)))    … Expand
  3. Apache249
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    To be honest, I wasn't expecting good things at first. But... yeah I was about right. Same game engine since Call of Duty 4. However, this was made even worse when they added the glow effect in Modern Warfare 2 which made everything look like it was covered in an oddly rigid water. Do not buy. Let the poor guy die. He's had enough. Call of Duty had potential, but it was quickly sapped byTo be honest, I wasn't expecting good things at first. But... yeah I was about right. Same game engine since Call of Duty 4. However, this was made even worse when they added the glow effect in Modern Warfare 2 which made everything look like it was covered in an oddly rigid water. Do not buy. Let the poor guy die. He's had enough. Call of Duty had potential, but it was quickly sapped by the greedy publishers. Do not blame the devs. It's all on Activision.… Expand
  4. CHLLL_PENGUIN
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    "It's suspiciously low. Be honest but help if u agree." I am being honest. This gaming series has had almost 0 changes to it over the past 4 years and yet they still release the same game every year for $60. The fact that people still buy these games every year is an embarrassment to the gaming industry. The critics give these games the same score every single year. Its time the gaming"It's suspiciously low. Be honest but help if u agree." I am being honest. This gaming series has had almost 0 changes to it over the past 4 years and yet they still release the same game every year for $60. The fact that people still buy these games every year is an embarrassment to the gaming industry. The critics give these games the same score every single year. Its time the gaming community stands up and demands innovation in the games they buy. Stop spending your hard earned money on a game that you already have multiple copies of with a 3 next to it insead of a 2.… Expand
  5. DanielisRussian
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    8th same Call of Duty game in 8 years, to milk even more money they decided to just downgrade the MP even more for a elite subscription which won't even include $15 old map packs every month! Avoid.
  6. Cod_fan
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Can't believe I wasted $50 on another copy of Modern Warfare 2. SPOILER: It is exactly the same formula as has been seen in the last two games, and if anything isn't as good as them, as i thoroughly enjoyed those games, and this one is just pathetic.… Expand
  7. Mulfy
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    The game is just a copy & paste from MW2. They have just added a few weapons and a predictable story to release another Call of Duty and hoard in the money from all the under 14's out there who are willing buy anything will 'Call of Duty' on it. It is a shame that the games market is flooded with Copy & Paste games like this because it really stops the few and true gold games to be successful.
  8. WhatNow123
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is a re hash of CoD:MW2, so embarrassed i spent money on it....Its like a big map pack for CoD:MW2. Everyone needs to stop buying these games from Activision because they are just taking our money and laughing at us. And when they come out with DLC, rest assured they price it $5 higher than every other DLC pack. O and did I mention that the story sucks...come on. Anyway, if youThis game is a re hash of CoD:MW2, so embarrassed i spent money on it....Its like a big map pack for CoD:MW2. Everyone needs to stop buying these games from Activision because they are just taking our money and laughing at us. And when they come out with DLC, rest assured they price it $5 higher than every other DLC pack. O and did I mention that the story sucks...come on. Anyway, if you read this, don't buy it. BF3 kids are not trolling you, this game is NOT worth your money.… Expand
  9. 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
  10. XxRedcowxX
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    hmmm, a game by Activision, the company that fired the CEO's of Infinity Ward. Also the company that re-staffed Infinity Ward to make it's next installment of the Call of Duty franchise, which is what it is for Activision, a way to make money. Don't waste your money on this remake game, go spend it on a game made by a real company that deserves your support.
  11. 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
  12. 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.
  13. 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.
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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.
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. COD4
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    How are people still playing this horrible, horrible series. Same old pile of crap they release year in and out. And now they want to rip you off for another $60 for their elitefail service. Vote with your wallet; crush the turd that is the call of duty series.
  25. 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.
  26. 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
  27. 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.
  28. 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
  29. 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
  30. 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.
  31. 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.
  32. 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
  33. 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.
  34. bigsby_major
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    You're paying Ã
  35. 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
  36. 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
  37. 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.
  38. 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.
  39. RustyBoots
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I'd like to kick off this review saying I'm not a BF fanboy, you can keep your bf's and your bff's for all I care.

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

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

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

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

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

    The developers sank as low as to beg for good reviews (absolutely shameless) - originally the user score sat at less than 2.5 - now, sadly, it is rising because of the flock of sheep that follow the developer around blindly. It is not worth 3.    … Expand
  40. 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.
  41. 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
  42. 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.
  43. 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!
  44. Sinked
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This is game is awesome,a great multiplexer a satisfying ending to the Modern Warfare story and funny at some points,BUT : it didn't bring anything new to the table it is more of the same as before and as a game I feel betrayed by this I was expecting some dramatic changes like light sabers and grenades made of fruit, because when life gives u Lemons.....U make LEMONGRANDE!
  45. 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.
  46. Stazix
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This is MW2 with new maps and a new number. They haven't even changed the graphics. Black Ops was so much better than this. New things to do, I mean betting on matches? Awesome way to get more cash. I'm already sick of this game, I'm going back to MW2...
  47. 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
  48. 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...
  49. minxamo
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    WOW IT'S LIKE I'M REALLY PLAYING MW2!!!!!!
    This game just screams of a rehash, from easily recognisable assets from previous games, to the unchanged controls and game mechanics. The campaign is nothing but over-the-top set pieces connected by rooms of generic baddies, with virtually no variation, and the online isn't worth talking about.
  50. zowi
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I signed just for this **** : http://uk.xbox360.ign.com/articles/121/1212113p1.html?fb_ref=.TrutgFxNSts.like&fb_source=profile_oneline. I will "help you" Actibision, with ur vision of sheep gaming
  51. Justin_Sane
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Extremely sad they would put out an expansion pack and charge full price for it. same exact game, new levels, slightly changed mechanics. when are they going to do the series justice?
  52. deez
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    In my opinion, MW3 is the worst Call of Duty game to date. This is the only duty that I have to struggle to be consistent. A couple good games, a couple bad games. With no difference in playing between the two. Spawns are garbage. Maps are all confined and closed in. Large maps that would appear big at first glance are completely covered in automobiles and other clutter. No maps allowIn my opinion, MW3 is the worst Call of Duty game to date. This is the only duty that I have to struggle to be consistent. A couple good games, a couple bad games. With no difference in playing between the two. Spawns are garbage. Maps are all confined and closed in. Large maps that would appear big at first glance are completely covered in automobiles and other clutter. No maps allow sniper rifles, unless you enjoy quick sniping only. If this is the final product than it is a disappointing one.… Expand
  53. hairdie
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    its seems like every time a big company gets hold of a franchise that sells well they milk it to death . i hate how when a game first gets anounced we always see pc super high reslution shots that look amazing and never ever deliver . the consoles seem to have had there day has regards doing pc type games maybe its time to leave them alone and go back to making normal console games again
  54. fps216
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    The gameplay of the online is still maze ridin. Its like a person put in the maze searching for the right path to reach the prize in the middle of the maze. Running around a map seams pointless to me. The singleplayer is not interesting and boring. It didn't grabe my attention as i had hoped it would to continue to play and finish it. the only interesting part was the survival mode to me.The gameplay of the online is still maze ridin. Its like a person put in the maze searching for the right path to reach the prize in the middle of the maze. Running around a map seams pointless to me. The singleplayer is not interesting and boring. It didn't grabe my attention as i had hoped it would to continue to play and finish it. the only interesting part was the survival mode to me. i didn't buy this game to get 10% of a game. MW3 as a whole disappointed me and i will trade it in.… Expand
  55. pluslei
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Confirmed for copy pasta textures, copy pasta sounds, copy pasta game-play, copy pasta engine, copy pasta guns, copy pasta models, more 12 year old children, linear campaign.

    COPY PASTA THE GAME.
  56. Kelevmiara
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Modern Ballhair 3 is nothing but a boring repetitive multiplayer. Just because this one has different goals it's the same damn thing. The games story in every modern Ballhair is such nonsense. I hate this game. I'm sick of this game. I'm never buying any COD again. Activision is just going to keep ripping us off!
  57. feras
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Ravager
    Nov 8, 2011
    3 I've played through the singleplayer and enough hours of the multiplayer to get a good idea of what the game is like. The singleplayer is terrible, like all of the recent games, but with an even sillier plot. This is forgivable however - who plays this game for the singleplayer? The multiplayer... well... its the exact same thing as the previous two. And to be honest,    Ravager
    Nov 8, 2011
    3
    I've played through the singleplayer and enough hours of the multiplayer to get a good idea of what the game is like. The singleplayer is terrible, like all of the recent games, but with an even sillier plot. This is forgivable however - who plays this game for the singleplayer? The multiplayer... well... its the exact same thing as the previous two. And to be honest, I'm sick of it. Surâ    … Expand
  58. SultanApex
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Extremely disappointing and lazy game development from the same graphical dated graphical engine to the HUDs, sounds and the gameplay formula. Multiplayer? Same over years. No strategy, only shoot ...
  59. ArchStanton
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    A huge fan of Call of Duty. Loved COD4 (MW) but MW3 is a complete unbalanced mess of a game, we all know people only play it for the multiplayer and this game is just ridiculous. Treyarch did a good job of really balancing out Black Ops for multiplayer cutting out a lot of the BS from the game eg. Predator drones, Nuke etc. MW3 on the other hand just replaces it all again with moreA huge fan of Call of Duty. Loved COD4 (MW) but MW3 is a complete unbalanced mess of a game, we all know people only play it for the multiplayer and this game is just ridiculous. Treyarch did a good job of really balancing out Black Ops for multiplayer cutting out a lot of the BS from the game eg. Predator drones, Nuke etc. MW3 on the other hand just replaces it all again with more rubbish and silly **** completely unbalanced and just not fun at all. COD is dead.… Expand
  60. domblaze
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    And to correct this entire forum of positive reviews, you are the trolls. You can tell yourself it's a great game, but it does not change the fact you know that it's just a lot of recycled gameplay, maps, and the same exact formula for leveling as MW2. I know it's hard to accept that you've wasted your money on this garbage again this year, I feel the same way. But alas, you are stillAnd to correct this entire forum of positive reviews, you are the trolls. You can tell yourself it's a great game, but it does not change the fact you know that it's just a lot of recycled gameplay, maps, and the same exact formula for leveling as MW2. I know it's hard to accept that you've wasted your money on this garbage again this year, I feel the same way. But alas, you are still trolls in denial.… Expand
  61. zeothedeathgod
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Why would i continue to play this game? I played for like three hours, and realized...it was just the same thing as modern warfare 2 and black ops...which were bad too. When will they get an idea and actually change the game instead of just copying and pasting? I'm surprised so many people like it and don't see that it's copy and paste. The story was short, and very very very boring, iWhy would i continue to play this game? I played for like three hours, and realized...it was just the same thing as modern warfare 2 and black ops...which were bad too. When will they get an idea and actually change the game instead of just copying and pasting? I'm surprised so many people like it and don't see that it's copy and paste. The story was short, and very very very boring, i know people that say its "the best ever" but all they play is call of duty, they don't play other games. The story was very short, boring, and felt like it was trying to be good, but we all know it wasn't. Year after year, people want the next call of duty game to be better, but deep inside they know its not good at all.… Expand
  62. AyyScooby
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is just horrible if I wanted to play MW2 I would have played MW2! I really feel like the developers didn't put much effort in this game and I am extremely disappointed.
  63. BattlefieldMAN
    Nov 15, 2011
    0
    Don't believe the marketing hype, this is the same product rebundled let it die and show investors we're not interested in being sold the same product year after year, the cash cow needs to starve.
  64. Riot1913
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Great story but a rehashed system. It's more like MW2.5. Really disappointing after all of its hype. I think the competitor had more realism this season. Hopefully by next year there will be a better engine.
  65. PICKLEBOY
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    After playing for about an hour I became immediately bored, I even played Spec ops mode up until wave 25, and when I lost at that wave I didnt at the slightest want to go and play try it again. Its the same old same old, no innovation. If you want to spend 60 dollars for a game ad on go right ahead.
  66. DeluxEdition
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is a joke- buying it only tells developers that its ok to release the same game over and over again. I mean, it took them 2 years to add some lighting effects and new animations, and then make some new maps (and even buildings within those have been copy-pasted...)
  67. Mentlegen324
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Absolutely terrible game. CoD is ruined, each game is exactly the same as the previous one with just afew name changes. CoD used to be an amazing game, it's dead now.

    MW3 makes no improvements over the previous games, nothing is innovative or new. This game does not deserve the attention it gets - it is completely overhyped and not worth playing, people just think it's automatically good    Absolutely terrible game. CoD is ruined, each game is exactly the same as the previous one with just afew name changes. CoD used to be an amazing game, it's dead now.

    MW3 makes no improvements over the previous games, nothing is innovative or new. This game does not deserve the attention it gets - it is completely overhyped and not worth playing, people just think it's automatically good because it's Call of duty and refuse to see the truth.    … Expand
  68. MadCustomer
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I'd like to kick off this review saying I'm not a BF fanboy, you can keep your bf's and your bff's for all I care.

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

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

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

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

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

    The developers sank as low as to beg for good reviews (absolutely shamless) - originally the user score sat at less than 2.5 - now, sadly, it is rising because of the flock of sheep that follow the developer around blindly. It is not worth 3.    … Expand
  69. pepodmc
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    como puede ser que un juego con estos graficos sean un juego de 2011?

    me parece muy mal que no usen un nuevo motor grafico, que no hayan querido innovar en nada, y encima la campaña es cortisima, muy mal, muy mal.....
  70. Tactica
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Wow, this did not turn out at all like I expected. I didn't want to believe it was just more of the same even though the signs were deffinately there. The franchise that has rules the FPS genre for years now has finally turned into nothing but a cash-milking machine.

    It pains me a little to say this, but... It is going back to the store.

    I can now (sadly) call myself a FORMER CoD fan.
  71. Consoleportfail
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    How are people still playing this horrible, horrible series. Same old pile of crap they release year in and out. And now they want to rip you off for another $60 for their elitefail service. Vote with your wallet; crush the turd that is the call of duty series.
  72. calmlestat666
    Nov 14, 2011
    0
    rehash, no skill, nothing new, same old engine, absolutely ridicoulous, cash cow, activision, infinity ward, treyarch, sledgehammer, all of these devs should be ashamed. With the amount of money they are raking in you would think they would create a new engine by now. This franchise is garbage in my book. Will not touch and have not touched the COD franchise since world at war. Goodbyerehash, no skill, nothing new, same old engine, absolutely ridicoulous, cash cow, activision, infinity ward, treyarch, sledgehammer, all of these devs should be ashamed. With the amount of money they are raking in you would think they would create a new engine by now. This franchise is garbage in my book. Will not touch and have not touched the COD franchise since world at war. Goodbye COD, and GOOD RIDDANCE.… Expand
  73. umop_apisdn
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    More of the same video game got old after the last one. How about trying some innovation for a change? I didn't actually pay money for this, and I certain I won't. I've had enough mediocre crap being sold for 60 dollars.
  74. Apotheos
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Unfortunately, MW3 proves the haters right, showing that Activision and the Dev team is comfortable with doing little-to-nothing to innovate all the while strolling down its same formulaic route of annually adding almost nothing but new guns and maps, even going so far as to sport the same engine. All of the content could have been packaged into some other form of content pack and fitUnfortunately, MW3 proves the haters right, showing that Activision and the Dev team is comfortable with doing little-to-nothing to innovate all the while strolling down its same formulaic route of annually adding almost nothing but new guns and maps, even going so far as to sport the same engine. All of the content could have been packaged into some other form of content pack and fit comfortably and humbly; Yet unfortunately all parties involved chose to create a new uninspired soulless husk of an installment adding nothing to the game industry but its typical, all too expected "Michael Bay" shenanigans and charging full price to cash in on a yearly recycle of a franchise.… Expand
  75. simulant
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    The new MW is the same as the old MW. Just pretend you are in a movie that consists of all the James Bond films' action scenes, randomly strung together, with a few war movie classics thrown in for good measure. I realize that this is probably all many people want but I prefer a game.

    For some reason, I'm especially bothered by MW3's continued, pretentious use of famous and    The new MW is the same as the old MW. Just pretend you are in a movie that consists of all the James Bond films' action scenes, randomly strung together, with a few war movie classics thrown in for good measure. I realize that this is probably all many people want but I prefer a game.

    For some reason, I'm especially bothered by MW3's continued, pretentious use of famous and out-of-context, quotes. Quoting MLK is especially perverse, and this is why I'll give it a score of 0 rather than the 5 or 6 it probably deserves. MP is still solid but hasn't changed much since MW1. A certain other shooter is leaps and bounds ahead now, both graphically and game play wise.    … Expand
  76. ma3ed
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    very short campaign and a poor multilayer. Why would someone pay 60 bucks to play this?
    To sum it up. Terrible game. Terrible fanbase. Terrible Devs. Terrible company. Simply dont get this game.
  77. Cal
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I actually registered to tell you how bad this game is.

    Spagget is absolutely right, it is a sad thing that there are games out there that have had everything poured into them. Battlefield 3 had a new engine made for it so it could look as good as it does, Skyrim has been made from scratch and has taken years to create, a whole world crafted for our enjoyment. Rage excelled graphically    I actually registered to tell you how bad this game is.

    Spagget is absolutely right, it is a sad thing that there are games out there that have had everything poured into them. Battlefield 3 had a new engine made for it so it could look as good as it does, Skyrim has been made from scratch and has taken years to create, a whole world crafted for our enjoyment. Rage excelled graphically and had incredible AI. Games such as Just Cause 2 gave us freedom to roam and destroy. Now tell me one thing this terrible excuse of a game has done since the last installment, in fact, make that the first installment. There are the new maps, a scattering of new guns and modes. It is clear to me why it takes only a year to make this game, because it is just the same game as the previous installment, but in a shiny new box with a fancy new midnight launch. It is about time gamers used their brains and spent their money where it is actually deserved, not on some cheap remake. Reward innovation and keep the developers who care in business. Not those who add an elite club and charge you as much for the game costs to join it.    … Expand
  78. wigzisonfire
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Modern Warfare 2.5

    Simply this game could have been an expansion pack to the last.

    There is NO innovation in this franchise whatsoever. It is sad to see for the guys that exploded the modern FPS franchise, they have forgotten what it was that made them stand out in the first place.

    Remember your audience, do something to wow them and then you will get your scores and your sales back.
  79. oslec
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I liked the game until it's cool you can play for hours, could have left a more DLC for MW2, it is the same thing with different story ... horrible

    is just a mw2.5 should evolve in the next
  80. whytefolkz
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This is Modern Warfare 1.6 (MW 2 was 1.5). Seriously this is just another expansion/map pack, with no real new content. I don't see how anyone could justify paying full retail price for this. Single player is the same ridiculous Michael Bay story that doesn't make sense and takes 6 hours to beat, and multi player is the same camping fest. Same old graphics engine, more There is nothing newThis is Modern Warfare 1.6 (MW 2 was 1.5). Seriously this is just another expansion/map pack, with no real new content. I don't see how anyone could justify paying full retail price for this. Single player is the same ridiculous Michael Bay story that doesn't make sense and takes 6 hours to beat, and multi player is the same camping fest. Same old graphics engine, more There is nothing new in this game that is worth paying for. The Treyarch Call of Duty titles at least had Zombie mode to make up for the lack of worthwhile content. The same cannot be said of Infinity Ward, as they push out the same game year after year.

    If you actually liked MW2, there probably isn't anything you will dislike about this game. But at least acknowledge that you are getting ripped off. This is the same thing Madden does: update the roster, tweak a few modes, and call it a sequel. The same thing Guitar Hero did: add some new songs and call it a sequel. Here's a newsflash: adding a few maps and weapons does not warrant a full priced sequel, especially when you release a new one every single year. The executives only let the quality of these games sink so low because they know people are going to buy it anyway. And so far, they've been right.

    I suspect at this point you might be tired of modern first person shooters. If you aren't, check out Battlefield 3. It isn't a perfect game by any means, but it at least is a step in the right direction for games. DICE chose to support their older games with DLC, prolonging their life, and took the time to develop an innovative and polished sequel, instead of rushing it out last year. If another modern FPS isn't what you are looking for, plenty of other games this holiday season deserve your money much more than MW3.    … Expand
  81. Condemnation88
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    So I get up this morning and see that Glen Schofield from Sledgehammer games has asked people to PLEASE come to Meta and "Right the Wrong" "suspiciously low" user score for MW3... Hey Glen guess what ???? This is what you get when you charge 60 bucks for a 4 hour campaign and the same dam Multi-player as the last 4 games... So I came to "Right the Wrong" low score... and to make itSo I get up this morning and see that Glen Schofield from Sledgehammer games has asked people to PLEASE come to Meta and "Right the Wrong" "suspiciously low" user score for MW3... Hey Glen guess what ???? This is what you get when you charge 60 bucks for a 4 hour campaign and the same dam Multi-player as the last 4 games... So I came to "Right the Wrong" low score... and to make it appropriately LOWER... The masses have spoken. !!!… Expand
  82. tmyerger
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Coming to this game is like paying for a $60 DLC pack. Not much has changed from the last game as far as gameplay. I wish that activision would go out on a limb and try something NEW with the COD franchise. Heck, I think a call of duty card game would at least show that they are trying. Maybe if they spent more than a year between iterations than it would show the public they are not justComing to this game is like paying for a $60 DLC pack. Not much has changed from the last game as far as gameplay. I wish that activision would go out on a limb and try something NEW with the COD franchise. Heck, I think a call of duty card game would at least show that they are trying. Maybe if they spent more than a year between iterations than it would show the public they are not just trying to make a boatloads of money by releasing a COD right before Christmas EVERY YEAR. I love a good FPS and COD games are generally silky smooth but I don't want the same game time and time again.… Expand
  83. xyzYAZEEDxyz
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    same game every year... come on where the hell did you people spend your money ? have you ever try to improve your f@@king engine ?????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
  84. gamer666
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    complete garbage, same as mw2... and again the ps3 version receives a very inferior port, where they put the millions of $ they profit every year?
    Activision is such a lazy producer
  85. xheartatactx
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    this was a serious disappointment. after all this time they've managed to re-hash and re-work the same tired engine and graphics and and actually make it WORSE! the multiplayer graphics are slow and dumpy and cartoonish compared to previous cod titles of both studios. even black ops was less cartoonish than this, and that was bad. the multiplayer firing sounds like a drumstick hitting athis was a serious disappointment. after all this time they've managed to re-hash and re-work the same tired engine and graphics and and actually make it WORSE! the multiplayer graphics are slow and dumpy and cartoonish compared to previous cod titles of both studios. even black ops was less cartoonish than this, and that was bad. the multiplayer firing sounds like a drumstick hitting a cardboard box... even through my home theatre setting. also the running sounds? laughable. they don't even change according to ground surface, and If they do, it's real subtle. now graphics could take a back seat if the gameplay was solid, but it's not. even that is worse than ever. hit detection is at an all time low. it's the classic case of pumping a whole clip into someone's back as they look out a window, only for them to turn around while you reload, aim, and fire a 3 round burst to kill you. the maps are so small that sniper rifles are rendered useless. there's so much clutter that you can barely pick out the enemy because all the colors blend together. my tv is brand new, my home theater is brand new, I have a great connection, and I've been playin this title for the last 6 years. im no noob. im also not 12 tears old, so stop selling me crap. its insulting. this is the worst cod I've ever played. stop cocentrating on squeezing 60fps into a tires ass game and build a new engine. take a page from battlefield for christs sake.… Expand
  86. dferrari
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I've played this for a few hours. Nothing new, no chances taken. It feels just the same as MW2 and not in a good way. I don't want to pay for the same game twice just to have a 3 instead of a 2 on the logo.
  87. Lorheim
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    As expected this is just a copy from the last game with no real improvements to the Multiplayer. Singleplayer has some new stuff but if that were the game alone no one would buy it anyway. Seriously, let's get behind the FPS craze please.
  88. Asfrina
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Worst addition to the call of duty series ever. Shame on I.W and even more shame on you Schofield begging for reviews. How sad can you get that you are relying on the brainwashed under-age kiddies who you brainwash with your extremely extensive advertising campaign to then ask them to bump up your score. I made the big mistake of purchasing this turgid piece of crap giving you guys a bitWorst addition to the call of duty series ever. Shame on I.W and even more shame on you Schofield begging for reviews. How sad can you get that you are relying on the brainwashed under-age kiddies who you brainwash with your extremely extensive advertising campaign to then ask them to bump up your score. I made the big mistake of purchasing this turgid piece of crap giving you guys a bit of leeway after the debacle that was MW2 and I should of trusted my gut and stayed away from the worst game, Not just F.P.S but game I have ever had the displeasure of disgracing my Xbox with,… Expand
  89. robertonunez
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Bad campaign, the multi is the same as MW2, recicled maps, zero inovation. the graphics as the same as the older MW2, no money is spend in enhanced the ip. bad . bad..maybe this game is a DLC from MW2..
  90. yoda1103
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    The garbage you've paying $60 every year is back and now it want to take another $50 for a service called Elite, what a rip off! MW3 is slapped together campaign, and a rehash of online feature. Stay away from games like this and get a quality game like Skyrim.
  91. soiledmattres
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    "War, War Never Changes" neither does the call of duty franchise, i hope you COD fans liked MW2 because your gonna be playing it again.
  92. bjaronik
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I can honestly say this is the worst Call of Duty game, it won't be long until Activision ruins another franchise like they did Guitar Hero. I didn't realize Call of Duty could be made even more mindless then other titles in the franchise. MW3 is MW2, where are the new guns? A price tag of $60 is absolutely ridiculous for a game that is simply a huge map pack. Battlefield 3 is farI can honestly say this is the worst Call of Duty game, it won't be long until Activision ruins another franchise like they did Guitar Hero. I didn't realize Call of Duty could be made even more mindless then other titles in the franchise. MW3 is MW2, where are the new guns? A price tag of $60 is absolutely ridiculous for a game that is simply a huge map pack. Battlefield 3 is far superior than this Call of Duty. No thought went into this game other than the artistic design of the maps. Then adding Call of Duty Elite, for a fee is where I draw the line. This is the last Call of Duty I will ever buy. Battlefield 3 has Call of Duty Elite, its called battlelog.battlefield.com and its 100% free.… Expand
  93. johnpaulringo
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    well what can you expect from activison in six more months there be another CoD. Game underdevelopement I don't. Think I'm going to spend money outta pocket to buy this game I'd rather wait for a friend to give it to me or a creator. (But what's the chance of that happening) well all I can say is buy another game why do you want an expansion pack of mw2 (its not even worth renting at awell what can you expect from activison in six more months there be another CoD. Game underdevelopement I don't. Think I'm going to spend money outta pocket to buy this game I'd rather wait for a friend to give it to me or a creator. (But what's the chance of that happening) well all I can say is buy another game why do you want an expansion pack of mw2 (its not even worth renting at a redbox or whatever they call those thing, waste of two dollar ) -__-"… Expand
  94. Ooklah
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game was just so lackluster. If you enjoy mw2 you'll enjoy this "new" game its basically the except smaller maps more people more lag more camping and less fun with a horribly forgettable campaign and boring modes it is fun when play with four friends locally though.
  95. Gor
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I spent on this disc about 60 dollars. And this is not real game, this is stupid script shooter. My money, my money. The must not create this mess. It's not intresting to play.only for rednecks
  96. DontFollowSheep
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    This game is absolute garbage. The campaign just felt absolutely forced and was completely forgettable by the end of it. This should be called Modern Warfare 2.5 because I don't see that many changes at all the only new thing I see here are the new perks and just some new guns thats all. All the maps are boring and nothing special , the A.I is still messed up and retarded and your mainThis game is absolute garbage. The campaign just felt absolutely forced and was completely forgettable by the end of it. This should be called Modern Warfare 2.5 because I don't see that many changes at all the only new thing I see here are the new perks and just some new guns thats all. All the maps are boring and nothing special , the A.I is still messed up and retarded and your main character moves like a sloppy drunk douche! The hit detection issues are still there… Expand
  97. mandicamille
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    It's quite sad that they repackage the same old thing with a sixty dollar price tag and expect you to buy into it as a new product. And then wine about the well deserved horrible user score. Too bad the so called pro critics are somehow blind to the fact that its simply MW2 with a few inconsequential upgrades.
  98. brude
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    60 bucks for this?
  99. sollaan
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Robert Bowling, you have created a half arsed piece of crap, start listening to what the FANS WANT, not what you think we want you ungrateful ass, we the fans made what call of duty is today.
    I must say the single player is good, but fairly mediocre. But what we all were expected to be brilliant was the multiplayer. you filled us the PC gaming community with hope of dedicated servers, but    Robert Bowling, you have created a half arsed piece of crap, start listening to what the FANS WANT, not what you think we want you ungrateful ass, we the fans made what call of duty is today.
    I must say the single player is good, but fairly mediocre. But what we all were expected to be brilliant was the multiplayer. you filled us the PC gaming community with hope of dedicated servers, but end up screwing us over again with this pathetic P2P hosting. It gives the players awful latency spikes. quit pretending that this game is the it all and end all. you seriously have to make up with us the gamers and start listening to the community, hey start by making the ranked servers accessible on dedicated servers.    … Expand
  100. Neurotic
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Dated graphics, awful sound and the game in general feels like something from 2007. Small linear maps, online is a worthless. Charging 60$ for the exact same game they released a year ago and the year before and the year before. How long do you think this will keep going? COD is DEAD.
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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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