Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 8685 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 5,478 out of 8685
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  1. xoep22
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Game so well enjoyed Mhaksnn felt like I was really well done story of the game creators worked hard to give us a good indication! Good game continue to make more such games is worth the money! Successfully
  2. noob
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I hate these who votes without playing the game. They are stupid trolls, haters and BF3 fanboys. MW3 is such a great game. Great solo and great multiplayer. I enjoyed more 20 minuts of the solo of MW3 than the 6 hours of the solo of battlefield.
  3. Stix
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Very cool game. Great single player. Story makes you feel like you are in an action movie. Multiplayer with the new killstreaks is also loads of fun. This is going to be one of those games that gets played for a whole year, until the next COD comes out.
  4. Whammer
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    The game plays great, and it's a ton of fun. Great graphics, great sound. MP maps are well designed. Considering the hundreds of hours of enjoyment this game will give you it's an amazing value for the money.
  5. Ali_93
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    All these user a reviews are complete lalala! You all complain the game is a $60 DLC but if they completely changed it and it didn't work out well you would all complain again! Its called a seuel for christ sake! Why fix or change something that ain't broken!
  6. Trysten
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Best CoD thus-far. Stop **** and asking for a **** laser beam rifle. IT'S COD. Wtf did you expect? You all rating it so low obviously did not even like Call of Duty from the start so i don't understand why you even bought it. This is how cod has been. This is how cod will be. They are not going to be douches and give us anti-gravity suits or some **** Use your brains for once. *facepalm*
  7. pstryju
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Great storyline and best multiplayer ever! I won't say it's better than battlefield, both games are cool, but I like mw3 more. It's true that campaign is short and easy (of course on veteran) but it's very effective
  8. chrispatsox
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I don't know how much change people were expecting. I Love the game for its plot twists and story arc video games are just that video games they are limited in power and capacity. Like the movie industry changed over time video games will too, but it takes longer for video games to improve due to the medium Tv is the same as its ever been you watch a 50"HDTV the same way you watched aI don't know how much change people were expecting. I Love the game for its plot twists and story arc video games are just that video games they are limited in power and capacity. Like the movie industry changed over time video games will too, but it takes longer for video games to improve due to the medium Tv is the same as its ever been you watch a 50"HDTV the same way you watched a 20"black and white. I guess i just come from a different generation of gamer when artari 2600 and tank to the nintendo and strolling graphics were considered huge in the industry.… Expand
  9. Psychotics
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    First of all lets start by saying that most of the reviews on this are BF3 fanboys and they're reviews should be ignored. I play both the BF and CoD series and with the latest release if CoD MW3 I will say I am very pleased with the multiplayer so far. I am mainly a multiplayer player not single player. I have read complaints about how spec ops is not 4 player coop, so what thats part ofFirst of all lets start by saying that most of the reviews on this are BF3 fanboys and they're reviews should be ignored. I play both the BF and CoD series and with the latest release if CoD MW3 I will say I am very pleased with the multiplayer so far. I am mainly a multiplayer player not single player. I have read complaints about how spec ops is not 4 player coop, so what thats part of the challenge, plenty of people played 4 player coop in Nazi Zombies and just destroyed it, so whats the problem with a little challenge in having fewer people. Now the competetive multiplayer. Kill confirmed is a new breath of fresh air in the series, it eliminates those who camp for every kill and promotes more teamwork that the usual game modes and requires every member to be more active to create the outcome of the match. As well Team defender is a nice new take on combining two of the series popular game modes (Team D and Capture the Flag) My time spent playing this so far has been the most fun as well as the most frustrating as this is undoubtedly one for those who have friends to accompany them in the fight. But to settle everyones complaints, yes some of the guns are the same and some of the same perks but their balancing has now almost been perfected. For every perk or gun you use there is a different one to contrast it making the firefights more balanced, even for unexperienced players. Infinity Ward has also taken note of players who may not set high killstreaks but play to the game feel more involved and brought to them the ability to earn killstreaks without the need to camp or play with a party to obtain those by implementing the support killstreak class. With a few gun balancing tweaks (mainly the shotguns) the game will be a near perfection in the first person shooter market.… Expand
  10. Firebushking
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This game is another great chapter in the call of duty universe. New weapons, new modes, and the campaign rocks as usual...no first person shooter beats the "WOW' value this game provides. Same great graphics engine that has been used for the other games, and it still looks better than BF3's new frostbite engine. I don't understand these reviews some people are writing...there isn't aThis game is another great chapter in the call of duty universe. New weapons, new modes, and the campaign rocks as usual...no first person shooter beats the "WOW' value this game provides. Same great graphics engine that has been used for the other games, and it still looks better than BF3's new frostbite engine. I don't understand these reviews some people are writing...there isn't a better mutliplayer system out there. There is a reason this is the highest grossing war game out there. Stop hating, enjoy the game....and if you don't enjoy it don't buy it in the first place. I gave BF3 a chance because I wanted to like it, but they just compare to the mutliplayer system provided by COD. Too each his own. Peace.… Expand
  11. KaptinAwesome
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    The game doesn't deserve a 10/10 but it is a great game and deserves nothing under a 7.5. It has addicting multiplayer and the survival and spec ops modes are addicting. Although the graphics are the same as before there are many small game play changes that have gone into the game. Although it is almost the same game as Modern Warfare 2, It is still a great game. I have to agree thoughThe game doesn't deserve a 10/10 but it is a great game and deserves nothing under a 7.5. It has addicting multiplayer and the survival and spec ops modes are addicting. Although the graphics are the same as before there are many small game play changes that have gone into the game. Although it is almost the same game as Modern Warfare 2, It is still a great game. I have to agree though that the campaign is horrible. It is 5 hours of the same duck in cover and shoot mechanic with a few vehicle levels mixed in. One memorable level is close to the beginning of the game where you have to stop a nuclear meltdown in a Russian sub. Overall the campaign is boring and short with a hard to follow story, but the multiplayer really saves the game. My rating for this game is an 8.0 but because you PC fanboys keep giving it 0s I'm giving it a 10… Expand
  12. mlwoo
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    All I gotta say is:

    Haters gonna hate. There is no way this game is a 3.1, abd there is no way it's a 10. I give it a 10 to help balance out the haters' score. Fanboys are so annoying.

    It is similar because it is a sequel. Bwaaaaaaaammmmmmpppp.
  13. Keeper110
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I think this game is great! What I don't understand is what everyone is talking about when they same its the same thing over and over again... Sure the graphics look the same, but in order to keep it at 60 fps, they can't improve on them too much more for consoles. They have re-done gun sounds, kill streaks, perks, made 16 new great maps. Call of Duty developed a very good formula forI think this game is great! What I don't understand is what everyone is talking about when they same its the same thing over and over again... Sure the graphics look the same, but in order to keep it at 60 fps, they can't improve on them too much more for consoles. They have re-done gun sounds, kill streaks, perks, made 16 new great maps. Call of Duty developed a very good formula for a first person shooter, and they would be fools to deviate from it. What kind of new innovations should they have made? Maybe they should made MW3 a racing game, or an RPG... Its really easy to say make MW3 different than the rest, but something you never see are good suggestions from people criticizing of what exactly they should have done. The game looks, feels, and plays great. That is the criteria of a good game, and MW3 has it in spades.… Expand
  14. callofdutyepic
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This game is really good i dont know why you guys keep on giving flak for MW3. The game is using the same engine as MW2. if you get past that the game is REALLY GOOD.
  15. Homer250
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Wow. I assume the people who would grade this highly are all just online enjoying the game. It's tons of fun - nice new wrinkles to MP, new game modes, etc. It's lots of fun for COD fans, and seems accessible to new casual gamers. I don't understand the hate at all. This game is just as much fun as I thought it would be.
  16. dragoheat316
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This game is amazingly fun, i dont understand whats wrong with feeling like mw2 if mw2 was so awesome. i dont game as often as i used to be mw3 is the only thing bringing me back rite now.
  17. friedeggbeater
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Don't listen to the Review Attack - i'd be willing to be almost anything you could trace it back to EA in some obscure way. Look - the game is not incredible. But it is great, the best iteration of a game whose gameplay is timeless. COD Gameplay is unique and un-copied to this day, no game is quite like it. Its a winning formula. The bottom line is: I have fun while I'm playing it.Don't listen to the Review Attack - i'd be willing to be almost anything you could trace it back to EA in some obscure way. Look - the game is not incredible. But it is great, the best iteration of a game whose gameplay is timeless. COD Gameplay is unique and un-copied to this day, no game is quite like it. Its a winning formula. The bottom line is: I have fun while I'm playing it. All other arguments are superfluous.… Expand
  18. Rangerpunk11bb4
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don't understand why everyone is slapping down this game? It's a great way to end the story. I tried playing battlefield 3 and it was lacking. We picked up in MW3 right after Soap got stabbed. You then play as Yuri, one of Makarovs men turned to Price and Soaps team after he was shot by Makarov at the Airport mission before you go mow down half of Moscow. You discover this after (Spoiler) the death of Soap. The story is well thought out, the play is typical, however well known, and if you don't give this game an honest look and play, you are missing out. And please, do not judge this game on my words or of the other people who have given a bad review (though I suspect another developer is behind that). Play it and enjoy, have a cigar ready to smoke at the end of story mode so you can take in the full experience.… Expand
  19. mikeg
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    If it isn't broken don't try and fix it and that's exactly what MW3 has done. Yes it is pretty much the same as MW2 but it is the continuation to the single player campaign and new multiplayer features. The leveling up with gun proficiencies is great. For all the people who are complaining about the game you should have never bought it. This game has been covered extensively prior toIf it isn't broken don't try and fix it and that's exactly what MW3 has done. Yes it is pretty much the same as MW2 but it is the continuation to the single player campaign and new multiplayer features. The leveling up with gun proficiencies is great. For all the people who are complaining about the game you should have never bought it. This game has been covered extensively prior to release you knew what you were getting ahead of time. All in all this game is great with new spec ops and multiplayer features the areas that are played the most do feel very fresh.… Expand
  20. parlokin
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    First, the 0-5 star reviews are ludicrous. Actual 0-5 star games don't even last on the shelf. MW3 is easily a 9/10 game; for me it is 10/10. It offers an unbelievably smooth, fast-paced and graphically appealing multiplayer experience. The new killstreak formula, gun upgrades, and 16 included maps make the MP fresh and the experience, durable. I wasn't expecting much from the singleFirst, the 0-5 star reviews are ludicrous. Actual 0-5 star games don't even last on the shelf. MW3 is easily a 9/10 game; for me it is 10/10. It offers an unbelievably smooth, fast-paced and graphically appealing multiplayer experience. The new killstreak formula, gun upgrades, and 16 included maps make the MP fresh and the experience, durable. I wasn't expecting much from the single player campaign, but it has been enjoyable. Again, the graphics are wonderful, and set pieces are really majestic; the story is interesting and winding (make sure you pay attention). Finally, unheard of in this class of games, there is another play mode called Spec Ops that included 2 horde-style and mission-style gameplay. These are fun and innovative, and some might enjoy it more than multiplayer. I'm not sure if the BF3 or Halo fanboys are just upset that MW3 is performing so well, or if they are just this immature, but it doesn't make sense that they would waste their time lying on these reviews. This is a great game, and it will last much longer than the ones they are standing behind. Should you be torn between games, MW3 is absolutely the way to go.… Expand
  21. KoSViper22
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    To begin Why try to fix something is not broken and no i am not a fan boy. this game is fantastic i have been happy and satisfied, the single player is top notch, it sure to hell has a better play through than battlefield 3 or rage it also has a far better finish (no spoilers from me). yes the multi player is similar but that's what you want a game that works plays well and is loads of funTo begin Why try to fix something is not broken and no i am not a fan boy. this game is fantastic i have been happy and satisfied, the single player is top notch, it sure to hell has a better play through than battlefield 3 or rage it also has a far better finish (no spoilers from me). yes the multi player is similar but that's what you want a game that works plays well and is loads of fun to play. the strike package is genius and the map cut out campers which do my head in in previous games. this for me is the best COD game to date and i say more of the same please. IW, sledgehammer keep at it. Love this game and will continue to play… Expand
  22. LUCAS00764
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    O melhor fps que ja joguei até hoje, história envolvente e um multiplayer fantástico.
    nota 10000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000!!!!!
  23. licookiesli
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I'm sad to see people complain about a game this way. What would you say about other franchises like Halo and Gears of War. Halo 2 all the way to Reach have never changed and Gears never slightly polished their graphics but had horrible online until their third and final instalments. The formula works, and obviously its similar if it bares the same name. MW3 is an improvement over MW2 andI'm sad to see people complain about a game this way. What would you say about other franchises like Halo and Gears of War. Halo 2 all the way to Reach have never changed and Gears never slightly polished their graphics but had horrible online until their third and final instalments. The formula works, and obviously its similar if it bares the same name. MW3 is an improvement over MW2 and BO. They adjusted things that went wrong in their previous instalments. If they would have changed MW3 anymore it would have been a different game. When I bought it i knew it would 'feel the same'- but that's what I want! Everyone complaining, don't tell me you didn't watch gameplay footage and trailers before buying the game, you all knew what to expect. Your bad internet connection in relation to servers is not a reason to give the game a low score. Furthermore if you do not like FPS games to begin with, don't tarnish the titles name since you have a hard time with the point and shoot mechanic- not for this game, but for all future FPS games. I play Final Fantasy to save the world, I play Halo to jump around, Gears to blow people up, and CoD because its CoD! Lastly, remember that its always gameplay over graphics.… Expand
  24. xXDrFeelgood69
    Nov 15, 2011
    10
    everything is the same, same engine, same look, campaign sucks, noobs on multiplayer saying this is the best game ever yet it sucks, if you have 60 bucks get skyrim of battlefield because this game is a bust
  25. Xx7FROST7xX
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I don't see what everyones problem with this game is. Its exactly what I expected. New maps guns ect it does remind me a lot of MW2 but that game was great why mess with something thats not broke. I personally Love this game I'm sure its gonna give me hours and hours of fun!
  26. NsDLotionOnSkn
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    400,000,000 million first day sales. An Epic campaign and good solid muliplayer the haters are in the minority so go take a walk...Losers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  27. stinger503
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Easily the best game of the series. And probably the best game of the year. Rather than add some extra graphics or bs like other games might, they instead choose to focus on the story, multiplayer and special ops. The story is thrilling and fun much like the predecessors. The special ops though, wow, just wow. Some of the most fun I've ever had playing split screen.
  28. ryanromps
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This game is certainly not a 10, but more than that it is not a 3. To out right bash this game as to the point it given a 3 on the user rating is a ridiculous display of fanboy-ism and overall immaturity in the gaming community. 100's of people put their heart and soul in to making this game whether you'd like to believe that or not. I'm giving this game a 10 in the hopes that others willThis game is certainly not a 10, but more than that it is not a 3. To out right bash this game as to the point it given a 3 on the user rating is a ridiculous display of fanboy-ism and overall immaturity in the gaming community. 100's of people put their heart and soul in to making this game whether you'd like to believe that or not. I'm giving this game a 10 in the hopes that others will do the same, and we can neutralize this trending amount of unnecessary 0's.… Expand
  29. Jason_Perez
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Don't be a Hater. Call of Duty is Great series and doesn't deserve the reviews you guys are giving it.
    I'mm just giving credit where credit is due.
  30. cilliangreene
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    haha bf trols

    UMAD?

    loloolol
    ahahahahahahaa, get a life trolls ,ahahahhahahahahhaha

    hahahaha play ur own game and stop trolin
    bf is for kids and noobs, be a man and play cod
  31. mirewolf82
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This game is great, if you're gonna hate on something go play something else. Don't take it upon yourself to rain on someone else's parade. Game is balanced smoothly like refining an already fine art. Gives us fans more to play after we played the crap out of the last games!
  32. xKSxAssassiin
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This game is great! All of you people out there hating on this game are just complete idiots who probably don't even have the game, but still campaign was great, Spec. Ops. is extremely good as well and the multiplayer is amazing! Worth every penny you put into it.
  33. Superfly41
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I believe this is the best of the series so far. Game is crisp and well balanced. There are a lot of similarities to MW2, but I feel they took the best parts of that game and made some great improvements.
  34. burnt_popsicle
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Don't let the BF3 fans fool you. This game is fun, and not just a rehash. New modes were added, new weapons and player leveling systems were added. The people who have been reviewing this make it obvious that they haven't really played it. Either their mom wouldn't get it for them, or they just like BF more. That's fine, people should play what they love, but you can't talk about MW3'sDon't let the BF3 fans fool you. This game is fun, and not just a rehash. New modes were added, new weapons and player leveling systems were added. The people who have been reviewing this make it obvious that they haven't really played it. Either their mom wouldn't get it for them, or they just like BF more. That's fine, people should play what they love, but you can't talk about MW3's lack of innovation while you play the same Rush and Conquest modes from 3 BF games ago. Lastly...this campaign to have non-users attack the review score is interesting, but everyone knows most of us didn't get in here earlier because we were playing the game non-stop. Maybe if BF3 was half as fun, you would have been too busy to attack the game.… Expand
  35. RyanLeichty
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is exactly what the game advertised itself to be, and therefore my expectations were met! I love the game! I was very disappointed with Battlefield 3 for the xbox 360, as the game looks nothing like what you see in the trailers. Battlefield: Bad Company 2 actually looked better in my opinion, on a console that is.
  36. DarkestFate
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    To everybody that says this is the same as ever and keep **** about MW3 being a bad game you are so stupid, the game is very entretaining, survival was NEVER meant to be a zombies rival is way DIFFERENT, multiplayer is way more balanced and way better than every CoD I've ever played kill confirmed is a perfect game mode, the campaign is not easy to guess only if you have looked at articlesTo everybody that says this is the same as ever and keep **** about MW3 being a bad game you are so stupid, the game is very entretaining, survival was NEVER meant to be a zombies rival is way DIFFERENT, multiplayer is way more balanced and way better than every CoD I've ever played kill confirmed is a perfect game mode, the campaign is not easy to guess only if you have looked at articles about it, you never expect wath happens in the campaign, and what if it is about squads and not the whole faction? It has always been like this in every MW, so stop **** about it the game is good, yeah everybody has different tastes but if you buy the game you CAN'T say it isn't good it's just not logical. Yeah it looks LIKE MW2 but the graphics are way better and very polished. The MP is way better, more balanced, more weapons, more balanced perks, balanced killstreaks and attachments than EVER. Don't ever compare BO or WaW to this it's way stupid and very very ilogical they are different times and companies. Survival is a lot of fun, you can spend hours in it and not get bored, spec-ops missions are somewhat entretaining and there are more of them. MW3 and BF3 are way different games so stop comparing that too please, go somewhere else like the BF3 to **** about that. MW3 has given me already hours of fun and gameplay. I SIMPLY LOVE IT, and gets everything that was bad in MW1 and MW2 and makes it dissappear. MW3 will be a game that can be played for years, if you like CoD get it, if you like BF go **** off it's not your game it's way more fast paced. The campaign is great, so is survival and spec-ops, MP will always be great.… Expand
  37. elchapoguzman
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    AORA si pendejo soi el pinche chapo guzman me los cojo a todos y los mando a levantar PUTOS! este juego es la vergaaa!!! y no esten chingando al que no le guste se chinga! chupenmela .l.
  38. tsplichal
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Random thoughts in no particular order: This is the best Call of Duty by far. I have logged 24 hours of game play and absolutely would recommend the game. There is a good mix of small, medium, and big multiplayer maps. The graphics are much improved over Black Ops. The weapons in MW3 are fun to use and level up. You no longer have to worry about unloading half a clip into a guy andRandom thoughts in no particular order: This is the best Call of Duty by far. I have logged 24 hours of game play and absolutely would recommend the game. There is a good mix of small, medium, and big multiplayer maps. The graphics are much improved over Black Ops. The weapons in MW3 are fun to use and level up. You no longer have to worry about unloading half a clip into a guy and have him lunge twelve feet to stab you. It seems much more realistic with only a few bullets needed to register a kill, almost like a mix between hardcore and regular game modes on the previous versions. I have not played the single player mode yet, but I am sure that I will enjoy that also. Buy the game or shut up already.… Expand
  39. LLLucasJ
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    The history of this game is so good, the gameplay is so good, the graphics is not of strongest point of view, this game is perfect only in the Singleplay, in multiplayer MW3 is not good.
    BF3 is focused is graphics(good part of gamers care only graphics), but the Multiplayer is good.
    I like Modern Warfare series why the history is the principal point of the game.
  40. StealthyShroom
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Awesome as expected from IW. The new engine is so smooth and dynamic, Spec ops is great, and online is still the best around. Call of Duty wins again!
  41. SSSS_1370
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    All the negative comments is form battlefield's fans...the MW3's game play and environment details and story is awesome even on PC
    People were expecting a different story .....they should go and play Sonic
  42. curlingdude
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    This is another great addition to the franchise. As always, it is about the multiplayer and the tweaks to their winning formula are right on the money this time.
  43. JimJin
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    MW3 is what every CoD fan should want. A polished version of the great game we all love. I'm surprised how many negative user reviews they are? How many of the bad reviews were written by disappointed BF3 players???? There's no such thing as a CoD killer.........
  44. samuraispartan1
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    A great FPS game when playing with friends story is concluded well and online is addicting!
    people that are giving this a low rating are just being sheep following everybody else and probably not even given the game a chance
  45. karim3adel
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Best "Modern Warfare".. it have the final conclusion to the whole series (MW)... Any Creature should Try this game! Ignore all those negative Reviews & Scores. We believe -CoD Fans- that most of the negative reviews, were done by those BF Fans. OR People who "loved" the Characters will never see them again. This is STUPIDITY. It is not a sequel to "Call of Duty" Generally, but to "ModernBest "Modern Warfare".. it have the final conclusion to the whole series (MW)... Any Creature should Try this game! Ignore all those negative Reviews & Scores. We believe -CoD Fans- that most of the negative reviews, were done by those BF Fans. OR People who "loved" the Characters will never see them again. This is STUPIDITY. It is not a sequel to "Call of Duty" Generally, but to "Modern Warfare" series.. The graphics are GREAT.. But BattleFAILED's new Engine -Frostbite 2- made it a bad Graphically game? Robert Bowling said this "We have no time to create a new engine to fit the game.. so we have to work on the previous one" We will be insane people if we compared MW3's -or any Modern Warfare's"- campaign to BF3 -or any BF-... Self-evident MW win.. but we can stil compare the "Graphics" which make Battlefailed 3 "a good" game. We can compare their Multiplaye Mod as well.. they both have excellent multiplayer.. BUT.. there's no Spec OPS in BF3.. so Battlefailed "3" beats MW3 because of the Graphics.. That's **** !!!! **** strongly Recommends this game to any creature in the whole wide world to play this game.… Expand
  46. lacourse88
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I am giving MW3 a 10 of 10 because the makers have come out with a game that is similar enough to the previous version to make you instantly comfortable playing it, but different enough to make it new and exciting. The new Kill Confirmed matches are a step above the old Domination or Team Deathmatch modes. Very happy with this purchase, and will probably purchase any new game the CoD lineI am giving MW3 a 10 of 10 because the makers have come out with a game that is similar enough to the previous version to make you instantly comfortable playing it, but different enough to make it new and exciting. The new Kill Confirmed matches are a step above the old Domination or Team Deathmatch modes. Very happy with this purchase, and will probably purchase any new game the CoD line comes out with.… Expand
  47. cmvedder2
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    First I would like to point out that in no way is this game innovative, but to call this game mw 2.5 or 1.3 is a rash, bold, and incorrect statement. Anyway, i digress to my actual review of this game. I will be breaking this down into the three categories Infinity Ward has given us, as well as certain criteria people expect from a review such as graphics, game play, etc.

    The first    First I would like to point out that in no way is this game innovative, but to call this game mw 2.5 or 1.3 is a rash, bold, and incorrect statement. Anyway, i digress to my actual review of this game. I will be breaking this down into the three categories Infinity Ward has given us, as well as certain criteria people expect from a review such as graphics, game play, etc.

    The first portion every person should go through (or at least the one I always start with in every new cod title) is the single player campaign. This campaign is fantastic in every sense, though a bit short. But this complaint is a small one considering I blasted through the main story line in about 4.5 hours on regular difficulty. But its length really isn't a flaw if you consider that a game that looks for the biggest adrenaline fill it can possibly dish out, while at the same time trying to not be numbing to the player. This campaign finally wraps up the storyline in a very meaningful and conclusive way and its a blast getting there.

    Then comes the return of spec ops, which I enjoy substantially more than Nazi zombies (sorry zombies have become been there done that in our culture, only thing i enjoy with zombies anymore is the walking dead). Anyway I can't wait to be able to play with mode properly with a friend instead of getting paired with some moron online. In addition, a second game type has been added to spec ops which is called survivor. Survivor is more or less the COD take on horde mode from the gears of war series, and it works really well here, though admittedly I do find myself getting bored after one of two rounds.

    And finally the monster that is the cod multiplayer. People who hate on it will continue to hate and people that love the fast paced gun on gun arcade style shooter will continue to love it. There is nothing innovative from the (and I don't know why people forget this) original innovation, but it still works great and now with no commando or one man army nube tubes, the multiplayer brings cod into a new world of people complain but not all about the same thing. I will be the first to admit that there are some guns that are slightly overpowered, such as the type 95 or the much hated ump45, but I'm not nearly as annoyed with these weapons as I was with certain weapons from previous cod titles. Overall, I'm having a blast with the multiplayer and anyone who isn't, probably sucks at it (I'm a firm believer that anyone who **** about cod should be forced to post their k/d ratio, so at least we know why).

    To wrap things up I'll briefly go over the specs of the game. Are the graphics innovative? No. But they looked damn good, nearly photo-realism, 5 years ago and they still do. Any game that can run at 60 frames per second while having so much crap going on in the background and look this good ON A SIX YEAR OLD CONSOLE, is doing something right in my book. The controls are as tight and responsive as one should expect from a cod game, thatâ    … Expand
  48. raul793
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I don't want to spoil the story or something else . i just want to say that you can go to a site like gamestop or gamespot or ... and buy a video game ! but how can you find the best ?!
    you have many factors to find the best . story , graphics , gameplay , musics , sounds , multiplayer , hype (!) ...
    let's talk about story ! it's not like HALO ! so you'll not face a large amount of    I don't want to spoil the story or something else . i just want to say that you can go to a site like gamestop or gamespot or ... and buy a video game ! but how can you find the best ?!
    you have many factors to find the best . story , graphics , gameplay , musics , sounds , multiplayer , hype (!) ...
    let's talk about story ! it's not like HALO ! so you'll not face a large amount of informations in 2 hours and say Wow it's epic !
    it's not like BF3 that put you in the story that you've seen it 1000 time before !
    it's Modern Warfare so you'll see real places , real people , real politics and of course real characters ! the plot is the same as Modern Warfare 1 and 2 but the difference is Revelations and characters endings .
    let's talk about gameplay ! just like MW1 & MW2 gameplay is where this game beat its rival . fast action gameplay that increase adrenaline alongside with cinematic scenes will satisfy you of spending 60 $ for this game !
    sounds and musics are brilliant and i can't say anything bad about them !
    graphics are good enough for a 2011 released game and have many improvements from Modern Warfare 2 and 60fps is where this game is beat its rival in graphics (on consoles) .
    multiplayer is the best in series so you can finish the story mode in 5 hours and go for multiplayer ! but you have my word , you can't finish multiplayer even in 500 hours ! it's Call Of Duty ! there is no need to say every part is at it's best like maps , perks , modes , weapon customize ...
    at last i can say there are many games out there but there are a few perfect games so don't spend 60 $ for the first game you'll see in the markets !
    Modern Warfare 3 is the best FPS in 2011 , no doubt . but i think it's the best FPS ever !    … Expand
  49. MrBlack
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    I had some high expectations for this game leading up to release. And, as it turns out - the game delivered. Yes, there were many of the same things from MW2 in the game. Yes, there were also plenty of new additions as well. The single player campaign was excellent, with several exciting moments and a great amount of detail that easily outdid Black Ops' somewhat lackluster campaign. YouI had some high expectations for this game leading up to release. And, as it turns out - the game delivered. Yes, there were many of the same things from MW2 in the game. Yes, there were also plenty of new additions as well. The single player campaign was excellent, with several exciting moments and a great amount of detail that easily outdid Black Ops' somewhat lackluster campaign. You can tell that they put a lot of work into making the environment as alive and realistic as possible. Multiplayer also received several welcome upgrades. The best parts from MW2 and Black Ops were kept, while it was clear that they made a point of balancing the game and removing other overpowered or stupid pieces (nukes). Spec Ops, a favorite of MW2, returns, bringing with it enjoyable missions and different perspectives from campaign missions. Along with that, the new Survival mode is one of the most fun additions to the game, and is both challenging and fun to play through. Overall, the best parts of the last few games were kept, and the new additions and detail make this an excellent title. Yes, it will feel a bit like MW2. But I say that in a good sense. MW3 delivers CoD fans what they want. It's a great example of how a vocal minority (irritated BF3 fans, lol) try to bash a great game. Also important: the number of people who are irritated about its similarity to MW2 is minuscule compare to the number of fans who would be pissed if the game was redone to something else entirely. If you're a fan of the series, or someone looking to try it out for the first time, you won't be disappointed.… Expand
  50. Boomerseattacos
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    They should have an alarm at the checkout counter that rings every time someone purchases this game. It would ring loudly and say the following phase. "Congratulations! You have just wasted $60 on a game that is completely the same thing as a game you already own! We know you could have spent your $60 dollars elsewhere but we are extremely glad you bought our piece of crap game and didn'tThey should have an alarm at the checkout counter that rings every time someone purchases this game. It would ring loudly and say the following phase. "Congratulations! You have just wasted $60 on a game that is completely the same thing as a game you already own! We know you could have spent your $60 dollars elsewhere but we are extremely glad you bought our piece of crap game and didn't buy another game that might actually have been worth your time!" Ugh. At first I really didn't have a problem with this game, but then I realized it just wasn't as good as its predecessors but exactly the same. Most people got this game because of the brand expecting a good game, but were screwed over to find it was exactly like the last one except the levels are more bland and forget able (I have played a solid 10 hours of multiplayer and I realized i couldn't name one of the maps if I had been give a small picture of it.) And most of the single player missions i remember, but i don't want to replay because i already know what happens. To be honest the campaign mode first time through isn't all that bad so i would call it a rent, but definitely not a buy!… Expand
  51. Cryptonianz
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    What a game :O the campaign was awesome and answered a lot of questions for me, as for the multiplayer that is epic :D love having the old titles and emblems back and seeing old perks :) The controls are so fluid and responsive it felt soooooooooo nice. Well done guys and girls at infinity ward you done a great job on this, it met my expectations and said im better than this and carriesWhat a game :O the campaign was awesome and answered a lot of questions for me, as for the multiplayer that is epic :D love having the old titles and emblems back and seeing old perks :) The controls are so fluid and responsive it felt soooooooooo nice. Well done guys and girls at infinity ward you done a great job on this, it met my expectations and said im better than this and carries on going. so proud of what this franchise has become and how it kept people wanting more and more im certainly gonna be playing this for many more years thanks for on going entertainment :):):):):):):):)… Expand
  52. s3rgi023
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    Great game. people knew it's CoD and wasn't going to change much yet still going to complain, in the end it's your fault for hyping yourself up so much it is fun though.
  53. animaniacsnurse
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    Great game, absolutely nothing wrong with it at all.
    I'm sure if they changed it too much people would complain it wasn't a COD.
    People just need to complain.
  54. futurebond007
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    I admit it is very similar to modern warfare 2, but in my opinion a good thing, I played mw2 for nearly 2 years and loved it, and then came black ops which took me a long time to get to just about liking it, so for me the style back to the way it was in mw2 is just what I wanted and I am thoroughly enjoying. all these people who are giving bad ratings must be battlefield 3 fanboys in myI admit it is very similar to modern warfare 2, but in my opinion a good thing, I played mw2 for nearly 2 years and loved it, and then came black ops which took me a long time to get to just about liking it, so for me the style back to the way it was in mw2 is just what I wanted and I am thoroughly enjoying. all these people who are giving bad ratings must be battlefield 3 fanboys in my opinion get a grip and don't slate it just cause you might like another game better!!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  55. SMALLy
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    MW3 is the game ive been waiting for all year, im not disappointed, really happy with the game, im a big fan of if it aint broken dont fix it, they have made a great game even better, i think its more than just MW2.5, ive bought the console & the hardened edition of this behemoth of a game.
  56. peopleskills
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    Any educated human knows the zeroes this game is receiving are from the extremely vocal anti-call of duty minority. It's not a perfect game, but it's also not a zero--the critic reviews should tell you that. Oh, and by the way: the morons who think the high critical reviews are "bought and paid for" are the same morons who say the high reviews Skyrim, etc. are "honest" and "trustworthy."Any educated human knows the zeroes this game is receiving are from the extremely vocal anti-call of duty minority. It's not a perfect game, but it's also not a zero--the critic reviews should tell you that. Oh, and by the way: the morons who think the high critical reviews are "bought and paid for" are the same morons who say the high reviews Skyrim, etc. are "honest" and "trustworthy." Apparently, if Call of Duty gets great reviews, it's a fraud, but if ANY OTHER GAME DOES, it's accurate. Do yourself a favor: Judge the game yourself and disregard anyone here giving the game under a 5 rating. I'd give it an 8, but because Metacritic doesn't police user ratings, I'm forced to give it a 10 to counteract the zeroes.… Expand
  57. nskaar
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    Great game..thats all I need toGreat game..thats all I need to say.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................… Expand
  58. Smowza
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    Fantastic game from all aspects, only thing missing is 4 player co-op. Great customisation, great balance, great campaign. Far better than MW2. I'd say it's a mix of black ops and MW2, with a hint of MW1... :)
  59. Twitch56
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    This is the best war game ever made. Each battle is just as if not more epic than the last. Anyone who thinks otherwise, is a dumbass. Anyone who complains about the game being to similar to the last two, clearly doesn't know what the term First Person Shooter means.
  60. LeviA
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    Excellent Game. It is not MW2. But it is similar. Lets face it, that is what we are looking for when we buy COD. We are not expecting something brand new, because we buy COD because we loved the previous, because of the game. Therefore this should be similar.
  61. RyanC826
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    The human mind loves repetition. Don't people see that cod would have died out a lifetime ago if it was to dramatically change? what do you think keeps people buying it each year? the same familiar MP with a new twist each year that many of us crave, not to mention an awesome story (although a little Michael Bay style i will say). Love it or hate it, but don't hate it without a justified reason.
  62. tayden10
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    So all you dumbasses that are the Roger Eberts of gaming are all wrong and stupidly critical. Wat are you expecting, some kind of transwarp to Iraq in in which you can respawn?

    MW3 is addicting and fun, bottom line. I can't wait to get on to rank up. Maybe it's somewhat a rehash of MW2 but they taken all the elements and improved upon them. Stop being so nitpicky and trying to tear    So all you dumbasses that are the Roger Eberts of gaming are all wrong and stupidly critical. Wat are you expecting, some kind of transwarp to Iraq in in which you can respawn?

    MW3 is addicting and fun, bottom line. I can't wait to get on to rank up. Maybe it's somewhat a rehash of MW2 but they taken all the elements and improved upon them.

    Stop being so nitpicky and trying to tear apart the Titanic of FPS. They delivered on this sequel and I'll keep playing until MW4.

    I've sold Battlefield 3, Homefront and all the other wannabe FPS that want to be Modern Warefare.

    This is a solid 10 out of 10. Are there elements I wished that were different? Sure but I'm not a nit picker.

    It's funner than hell and I'll be back tonight to rank up.

    Get real to all the other whiners and haters out there. Get a life and quick moaning about something you're jealous of.    … Expand
  63. ChiaPat
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    It is what it is. Great graphics, great gameplay, great audio, hours upon hours of fun. CoD hasn't changed in over four years, but NOW people feel the need to idiotically rip it apart. Games don't get any better than this.
  64. femurofsteel
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    i liked cod4 and mw2 just the way they were.

    MW3 had great maps, same great gameplay. Why fix a series if it isn't broken?

    Take it or leave it, i love it.
  65. ragercker901
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    Trolls Trolls and more Trolls. As of right now the rating on this website for this game is a 3.1 out of 10. Really now? It seems like all of the people here are either genuine honest fans or BF3 trolls that are only giving the game horrible reviews because they can't come to the realization that MW3 is the bigger and more popular game. The fact that MW3 out sold battlefield pre-ordersTrolls Trolls and more Trolls. As of right now the rating on this website for this game is a 3.1 out of 10. Really now? It seems like all of the people here are either genuine honest fans or BF3 trolls that are only giving the game horrible reviews because they can't come to the realization that MW3 is the bigger and more popular game. The fact that MW3 out sold battlefield pre-orders 3-1 says it all right there. Now before I get destroyed on here look back and re-read what I wrote. I said BIGGER and MORE POPULAR. NOT better. And do you know why I didn't say better? It's because not one game is any better then the other. BF3 and MW3 honestly can't be compared to each other because they are COMPLETELY different genres of the FPS. Now I have played both games and I do prefer MW3 over BF3. Now I'm not going to get into details on why because I could talk all day about that. Why I really came here was because of how sickened and off-put I was by the disrespect and ignorance that is being presented here. Both company's, Dice and Infinity Ward, have put so much work and dedication into these games. For people to come here and give the game a 0 out of 10 just because they want BF3 to look more superior is pathetic. I really hope people like this learn how childish they are being and start learning how to properly discuss and critique like an adult.… Expand
  66. mostosf
    Nov 12, 2011
    10
    Man, what is with all the haters!? The bad user reviews on this site are obviously rigged. Smells like EA, being the ****-ass company they are, paid idiots to create dummy accounts to rig this due to wanting Battliefield 3 to win this shooter war. Anyways, EA hating aside, MW3 is incredible! This game continues a tried and true formula that obviously is damn near perfect, otherwise itMan, what is with all the haters!? The bad user reviews on this site are obviously rigged. Smells like EA, being the ****-ass company they are, paid idiots to create dummy accounts to rig this due to wanting Battliefield 3 to win this shooter war. Anyways, EA hating aside, MW3 is incredible! This game continues a tried and true formula that obviously is damn near perfect, otherwise it wouldn't sell as much. Is there really any question to why MW3 has already SHATTERED Black Ops release numbers? Which btw Black Ops shattered MW2's. This is a trend for success so there's NO way the "user reviews" on this site are that low, this is a quality product. I've spent 22 hrs on the game already and it's constantly refining and perfecting the formula I've come to love since call of duty 2. This isnt The Madden series where it's literally the same game with a different roster, don't be fooled by those who say it is just like that. Thiis game is the greatest Call of duty of all time. Eff off haters!!!… Expand
  67. Mobetta_IT
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    I have bought and played every Call of Duty game. This so far is the best one one. The visuals are stunning. The campaign story has me hooked. The multiplayer side is the best. Hopefully IW can fend off the glitches and other cheats. Great visuals and sound. It would make Michael Bay flinch.
  68. didi
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    I just wanna say for all of the battlefield 3 lovers that if BF3 sucks it doesn't mean that you need to lower from the greatness of COD:MW3 when you can simply join us( The COD fans ) and see the light...
    COD:MW3 is a great game with a great story and singleplayer mode.... but when you start playing the multi mode, that is the moment when you can see the real COD greatness.... The multi    I just wanna say for all of the battlefield 3 lovers that if BF3 sucks it doesn't mean that you need to lower from the greatness of COD:MW3 when you can simply join us( The COD fans ) and see the light...
    COD:MW3 is a great game with a great story and singleplayer mode.... but when you start playing the multi mode, that is the moment when you can see the real COD greatness.... The multi mode is realy amazing and provides allot of fun for a long period of time... Just go and get the game and only than you will understand that..... BF3 SUCKS!!!!!!!    … Expand
  69. Ractrick
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Great game. OF COURSE its not going to change, Activision and Infinity ward have hit upon a formula that sells tens of millions every year. People say its just the same game repackaged as new, but that is the same as hundreds of games, and fan boys don't go mental on them.
  70. FEARL3SS
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Really fantastic game. A great addition to the Call of Duty and Modern Warfare series. Single player was amazing and the multiplayer is outstanding. If you loved COD 4 and MW2 then you'll love this game.
  71. TAK
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Great single-player that wraps up the first two Modern Warfare games beautifully. Spec-Ops mode is the same as MW2, and probably won't be played as much. Survival is a great and late addition to the series and it surprisingly works well with the COD franchise (that isn't the beloved Zombies mode). Now multiplayer, it's strange, I really like it in this game as much as I did in COD4. KillGreat single-player that wraps up the first two Modern Warfare games beautifully. Spec-Ops mode is the same as MW2, and probably won't be played as much. Survival is a great and late addition to the series and it surprisingly works well with the COD franchise (that isn't the beloved Zombies mode). Now multiplayer, it's strange, I really like it in this game as much as I did in COD4. Kill Confirmed is a great game mode and the set up of Create A Class isn't overwhelming as Black Ops. If you're a diehard fan of the series pick this up! If not, then don't be surprised that this is still COD 1 in modern day.… Expand
  72. Speed_Kinduci
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Superb single player (far superior to BF3's single player imo), great multiplayer with just enough additions etc to move the series on sufficiently. what more can you ask for. Many people will/have slated it against BF3 but in all honesty they are distinctly different games. MW3 is all about quick fun & close quarters combat, where as BF3 is more about epic scale battles. both are howeverSuperb single player (far superior to BF3's single player imo), great multiplayer with just enough additions etc to move the series on sufficiently. what more can you ask for. Many people will/have slated it against BF3 but in all honesty they are distinctly different games. MW3 is all about quick fun & close quarters combat, where as BF3 is more about epic scale battles. both are however great games.… Expand
  73. Brandaman
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    This game is really deserving of a 9 in my opinion, but since all of the fanboys seem to give it a 0, something that, even if you didn't like the game, it is undeserving of, I'm giving it a 10.

    This game is great. Honestly, every part of it is brilliant. Let's start with the single player. It's short, yeah. Everyone has come to expect that from the Call of Duty franchise. The campaign is    This game is really deserving of a 9 in my opinion, but since all of the fanboys seem to give it a 0, something that, even if you didn't like the game, it is undeserving of, I'm giving it a 10.

    This game is great. Honestly, every part of it is brilliant.

    Let's start with the single player. It's short, yeah. Everyone has come to expect that from the Call of Duty franchise. The campaign is filled with Michael Bay style set pieces, and cinematic moments that will be stuck in your mind for years to come - much like previous moments in Call of Duty 4, and Modern Warfare 2. The campaign delivers a sweet ending to the Modern Warfare trilogy, complete with epic moments, and emotional moments. The game really leaves me wondering, though - What is next for Infinity Ward?

    Once you've completed the campaign, you've got Spec Ops to look forward to. One mode is similar to its MW2 predecessor - going through moments from the campaign with different objectives, completing them by yourself or with a friend, either on Xbox Live or in split screen. And now, you can even search for people to join you if you're lacking in the friends department. However, Spec Ops is more than this now. There's the newly introduced Spec Ops Survival mode, that puts you and a partner against waves and waves of enemies, ranging from your run of the mill soldier, to dogs with C4 strapped to them. This mode also comes with the ability to rank up, unlock new weapons and killstreaks, such as calling in a Delta squad to assist you in taking out Juggernauts. Overall, this mode is a masterpiece from Infinity Ward.

    Multiplayer, the piece of the game that the majority of players only care about. The internet has been littered with haters screaming, "It's the same game!" Well let me tell you something - It's not. This game plays very differently to MW2. Sure, it's the same style as all of the previous Call of Duty's, but that's because it's a sequel. Infinity Ward would be stupid to go out and completely redesign Call of Duty, when they've got a formula that is almost perfect, and the game increases in sales every year. Packed with new features, weapons, equipment, and maps, this game is definitely huge.

    Modern Warfare 3 is definitely the most balanced Call of Duty to date. As well as that, it is also the most fun, the most action packed, and brings the most content to the table.

    In conclusion, this game is so packed with content that it will take a long time until it's forgotten about. Is it revolutionary? No. Does it need to be? No. The Call of Duty series shows no signs of dying, and you're in denial if you think it is.    … Expand
  74. mareo187
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    I really like this modern warfare than crappy ass cant' win for **** mw2. The game has a gangsta ass story and finally has a multiplayer dat dont allowed cheaters. The only thing they need for the next games is vehicles like cod 3 did.
  75. Jackal1x2
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Exactly what i wanted, another CoD- sure it's almost the same, but why fix what's not broken, I'm thoroughly enjoying it as are me and my friends. It's about having fun, if people start getting mad and abusive at MW3 then i personally think it's time to stop playing.
    Love it.
  76. KillHaters
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Im laughing at the reviews from all the haters. Half of you people are saying 'theres nothing new'...last time i looked there was a whole new game mode (survival) and new multiplayer types (kill confirmed and team defender). Yes the gameplay is pretty similar to mw2, but what did you expect? a successful series is hardly going to risk its whole franchise by completely changing the way theIm laughing at the reviews from all the haters. Half of you people are saying 'theres nothing new'...last time i looked there was a whole new game mode (survival) and new multiplayer types (kill confirmed and team defender). Yes the gameplay is pretty similar to mw2, but what did you expect? a successful series is hardly going to risk its whole franchise by completely changing the way the game plays! Also infinity ward/sledgehammer games have completely revamped the game system, with the new strike packages, weapons, perks and ranking system....before posting awful scores think about HOW th game could actually be changed.

    I personally think this game deserves an average score of around 9.3-9.5. So you lot are obviously hating on it because your battlefield fangirls or your just generally **** at the game!    … Expand
  77. graingermouse
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    love the game, much more playable for your average Joe, like me, played most of all the series, and this rates as the best for me, smooth realistic graphics, if a little dark, but has me aching to play when my sons on the xbox. multiplayer is ace love the maps, some good compact maps and nice big maps. the reward system is great, as not being the most capable of players, im getting rewardslove the game, much more playable for your average Joe, like me, played most of all the series, and this rates as the best for me, smooth realistic graphics, if a little dark, but has me aching to play when my sons on the xbox. multiplayer is ace love the maps, some good compact maps and nice big maps. the reward system is great, as not being the most capable of players, im getting rewards which on MW2 i had not achieved.
    the players slating it for not being massively different to MW2- well what do you expect, if Jaws 2 had all different cast and locations would it be Jaws still? no so grow up and be realistic about what you expect.    … Expand
  78. MBrice83
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    The multiplayer experience on MW3 is better than ever before! Looking forward to starting the campaign and spec ops game modes. Slegehammer did a great job on this one.
  79. pete_truncheon
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    What a brlliant game. An excellent follow-on from the storyline of MW2, MW3 continues the world vs. Makarov campaign allowing you to play as various characters as in the last. The attention to detail in the implementation of amazing graphical effects in the campaign (especially the rain) pushes the Xbox to its limit. Multiplayer is great as per usual (although shame about losing HardcoreWhat a brlliant game. An excellent follow-on from the storyline of MW2, MW3 continues the world vs. Makarov campaign allowing you to play as various characters as in the last. The attention to detail in the implementation of amazing graphical effects in the campaign (especially the rain) pushes the Xbox to its limit. Multiplayer is great as per usual (although shame about losing Hardcore CTF from the game modes).

    For all those complaining the multiplayer is the same as MW2 but with new maps what did you expect? The Xbox 360's hardware can't get any better, the CoD games are popular and keep breaking records every time they are released so they must be doing something right, and you'd be pretty annoyed if they changed everything this time round - for example if FIFA 2012 was released as a rugby game you'd be outraged!    … Expand
  80. Numbdark
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Is't the best game ever made of cod, **** BF3, it have better graphics, new maps, new mode "kill confirmed", BF 3 is the same **** like cod but cod is more intense,
  81. Digitoe_Bukweat
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Amazing! Single player story is better than ever and comes to a dramatic close. Multiplayer has great, great new game modes that focus on teamwork and objectives. Call of Duty fans have been invested in the same CHARACTERS for over five years now. Captain Price first appeared in Call of Duty 2, and remains a compelling protagonist. Not many other games outside of Marioland can claim that!Amazing! Single player story is better than ever and comes to a dramatic close. Multiplayer has great, great new game modes that focus on teamwork and objectives. Call of Duty fans have been invested in the same CHARACTERS for over five years now. Captain Price first appeared in Call of Duty 2, and remains a compelling protagonist. Not many other games outside of Marioland can claim that! If you purchase ONE game this year (or next!), make it Modern Warfare 3.… Expand
  82. StormbladeX69
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    MW3 is a great finish to a great story! Excellent multiplayer as always, enhanced even more with the cross platform info, state, and social features added with the new CODE Elite Service. With Founder Status for early adopters. ELIT3 is having growing pains with higher than expected, but they have already credited users with an extra month and extended Founder eligibility frm todayMW3 is a great finish to a great story! Excellent multiplayer as always, enhanced even more with the cross platform info, state, and social features added with the new CODE Elite Service. With Founder Status for early adopters. ELIT3 is having growing pains with higher than expected, but they have already credited users with an extra month and extended Founder eligibility frm today November 13th to the end of the month. BF3 is great too, but but has a different feel, as it should being more of a Battle Simulator. Different animals IMHO. Both are great games.… Expand
  83. Alli893
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Haters gonna hate. But I love it. Multiplayer system of perks and streaks different from Black Ops. No more money system, but you unlock points to unlock weapon attachments and streak. Also, different types of streaks (assault vs support) conform to how you play.
  84. Seamus26
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Coming from someone who is die-hard Battlefield fan I've got to say that the third installment of Modern Warfare goes way beyond Dice's newest endeavor, offering a huge variety of options and gameplay where Battlefield fell short; such as the campaign ripped right out of Black Ops and bland co-op missions. The new games modes provide a little something for everyone and offer a wide varietyComing from someone who is die-hard Battlefield fan I've got to say that the third installment of Modern Warfare goes way beyond Dice's newest endeavor, offering a huge variety of options and gameplay where Battlefield fell short; such as the campaign ripped right out of Black Ops and bland co-op missions. The new games modes provide a little something for everyone and offer a wide variety of choices to takedown the enemy team. Not to mention the new survival mode offers a fresh take on the ever popular "horde mode" giving players hundreds of hours of playtime which never goes stale. With Battlefield 3, Dice was more focused on the competition as opposed to making an actually solid game that met its enormous expectations. Its like comparing apples to oranges as both games are entirely different. However, I found MW3 to be a massive improvement over MW2 and years ahead of Battlefield 3. Its a solid game with multiple strong. points… Expand
  85. Nathan85
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Seriously this should be the last CoD and the next CoD should be a real expansion pack that you download for $10. The series is outlasted now. They should have got rid of Treyarch or joined them with IW and skipped Black Ops and waited another year to release this with a complete different engine and more add ons. Maybe if they didn't make a game every 12 months people wouldn't complainSeriously this should be the last CoD and the next CoD should be a real expansion pack that you download for $10. The series is outlasted now. They should have got rid of Treyarch or joined them with IW and skipped Black Ops and waited another year to release this with a complete different engine and more add ons. Maybe if they didn't make a game every 12 months people wouldn't complain about it being the same thing. Seriously 12 months should not be the time to make a game. And then they (IW) blatantly lie to us and say that it's a completely different game. They are stealing sales off other games who put in 3 times the work. Games like Brink, Gears even Battlefield were effected by this game. Yes Battlefield would have sold a heck more if MW3 wasn't coming out because people wouldn't have waited for MW3. Basically they are killing the game industry because game makers are struggling to make money.… Expand
  86. mzstudios
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    When i purchase the game, i was afraid because of the bad critics about the old engine of MW2, but honnestly, after i played MW3.. I can say.. Who cares about the engine whe you have the funnyest game ever! I think it's Just Awesome!
  87. grizchicago1
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Well to say the least, this IS the best cod ever made. I'm serious. If you're a butthurt BF Fanboy please leave now (No I wont be bashing BF3). MW2 was good... untill people found out that they could have unlimited noobtubes. Black Ops was garbo from the start, people where sitting in corners everywhere with ghost and second chance. In the very beginning of black ops when a person wouldWell to say the least, this IS the best cod ever made. I'm serious. If you're a butthurt BF Fanboy please leave now (No I wont be bashing BF3). MW2 was good... untill people found out that they could have unlimited noobtubes. Black Ops was garbo from the start, people where sitting in corners everywhere with ghost and second chance. In the very beginning of black ops when a person would fall into second chance there would be a frame or two where the player would be invincible. I'm serious see for yourself! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zltypAJfcu0 . Thankfully Treyarch later fixed this but then came along the infamous "Blop Shot" where a person would fall into second chance w/ their primary. Despite Treyarch's multiple attempts in fixing this, none of them worked http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PyifsnEsnuY . This plus EVERYBODY sitting in the corner threw me over the edge. Just when I thought all hope was lost, a ray of hope appeared, MW3! Now some people like to be cute and call it "Modern Warfare 2.5 or A patch for MW2." I will be the first to tell you that this is quite the opposite of "Modern Warfare 2.5" Alot of BF fanboys like to use their excuse that they have a beastly state-of-the-art brand new Frostbite 2 engine and we are still running on the same engine as mw2. IW 4.0 (the engine of MW2) was very new at it's time. The IW 5.0 (MW3's engine) may only be a tweaked version of IW 4.0 but there is a noticable difference. The gun sounds have changed and sound sooo much better. The graphics are noticeably better. The weapons are balanced, and unlike previous call of duty's I can get into a gun fight and have a fair chance of winning it. Overall the multiplayer is great!… Expand
  88. MrIncredible
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    It has certainly lived up to all the hype, with decent graphics, amazing multiplayer, definitely the best in the series, and a good campaign, MW3 is an amazing game!
  89. Aito
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    I don`t know why you guys are giving this game such a low ratings... we all know that this game were not going to create solid changes in the franchise, so.. lets rate this one like a unique game itself and not in comparison to the other titles of the saga.

    P.D.: sorry about my english. ;)
  90. SkyeCloud
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    I am in love with MW3. The campaign was interesting and tied in bits from the original modern warfare WHICH EXCITED ME as a huge fan of the series! If you dont understand the story and have not played the first one...it will be hard to At first I was afraid that they would get rid of the Special Ops missions but they were brought back along with survival! (which I also enjoy) TheyI am in love with MW3. The campaign was interesting and tied in bits from the original modern warfare WHICH EXCITED ME as a huge fan of the series! If you dont understand the story and have not played the first one...it will be hard to At first I was afraid that they would get rid of the Special Ops missions but they were brought back along with survival! (which I also enjoy) They tweaked the game a bit... which I EXPECTED. If you are a person that plays multiplayer and usually forgets about campaign and the other modes...then yea...you arent going to get much! and you should expect that by now! I didn't even understand the jump between Call of duty 4's multiplayer and MW2's. But anyway...I just do not understand what was expected from the game overall. People always loved modern warfare for what it was..WHY would they change it completely? Obviously they added perks here and there...modes and guns etc. They didn't show us anything terribly new in the first place...The game works like it is supposed to, feels great like it always has..and continued the campaign. I remember when people complained that Black ops wasn't as good as MW2...now MW3 is similar to MW2..what's up? That's what everyone liked. I was afraid that the game would not have been created!..I was also afraid that it would not feel as smooth as MW2 but they pulled together and got it done! I'm happy for sledgehammer and infinity ward for creating this excellent game. Either way..for such a BIG franchise, if they change it too much, people complain...then if they don't change enough..they complain.… Expand
  91. clintius
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    All you game freaks that are giving bad reviews have way to high expectations. The game is extremely entertaining, just what you would expect from it. Survival mode is fun, especially when playing with friends. Game is fun and worth it.
  92. Saru786
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    This is a great game. The singleplayer was long and had a great story going for it. The spec ops and survival modes will keep me busy for a WHILE. And the multiplayer is as polished as ever and even brings a few new things to the table. Overall, amazing game. Pick it up and enjoy! :D
  93. Parius
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Stop being such a fricking hater and rate the game negative without even playing it. I would probably give it an 8 or a 9, but i give it a 10 just to counter all the haters. Seriously, if you don't like the game, just don't play them, don't waste your time hating on it.
  94. Sorakingdom4
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    I honestly don't know what all the BF3 fan boys are trying to prove by trolling MW3 on Metacritic. I don't usually write reviews about video games, but after seeing the moronic comments, I felt I had to join the cause.

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

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

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

    10 for graphics, they're obviously enhanced over MW2. 10 for sound design, It's done well considering it doesn't have to be put on 2 disks like BF3 had to be (yes, I'm not a PC gamer, so I get pretty much everything for my Xbox...and what?!) it's held up really well. 10 for overall Gameplay because MW3's campaign kept me hooked and entertained me throughout the whole thing, and loved pretty much every bit and I wanted to see how it all concluded. Now BF3...I'm still playing through it and I'm just going "Meh, back to MW3" I also feel like I'm playing the Black Ops campaign again. As for Multiplayer, MW3 is clearly more chaotic, with all the Killstreaks and all the variety of gameplay modes. Also, BF3 essentially only has 3 game modes! TDM, Rush and Conquest, and a lot of you trolls are complaining about things not being mixed up enough in MW3? MW3 10/10, trolls stop hating and go back to your cave, the game is absolutely worth buying.    … Expand
  95. Ranjitsd
    Dec 14, 2011
    10
    Just played in xbox 360 for straight 6 hrs it felt like watching Inception and transformers 3 together.It was pure fun with lots of destruction.plane and train crash level were best eye candy. levels had lot of details.it was the best cod and modern warfare series.
  96. thenothing
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Gay.

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

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

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

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

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

    Still, congrats on a well-executed media event (drips with sarcasm)... but can my £40 buy me an actual game next time?    … Expand
  97. GustavoPassos
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Jogo muito bom, só esta com essa nota por causa de fansboyolas de BF3, apesar de ser um jogo muito parecido com seu antecessor, MW3, é PERFEITO, continua com um multiplayer frenético, e campanha fodastica, espero que essa nota aumente
  98. markface
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Having even more fun that all of the other COD's, gameplay improvements are huge. Levelling of everything. Just a great all round casual FPS. Its a different game to BF3. Not sure why we can't love both? I do.
  99. mprego
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Great game, tons of fun. It was exactly what I was expecting from the series. No surprises just countless hours of fun. I hope they get Elite up and running soon.
  100. Bolo
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    This game suffers from 'we must get something out in 2011... regardless'; The campaign feels very much like a re-hash just to get something out after the melt down in IW. If there is ever going to be an MW4 then IW needs to put much greater effort into the whole story line with more creative ways of completing it. I'm a big fan of CoD multiplayer, however the big fail here is the maps....This game suffers from 'we must get something out in 2011... regardless'; The campaign feels very much like a re-hash just to get something out after the melt down in IW. If there is ever going to be an MW4 then IW needs to put much greater effort into the whole story line with more creative ways of completing it. I'm a big fan of CoD multiplayer, however the big fail here is the maps.... they are just crap, not a patch on the maps in the previous MW releases or black Ops for that matter. Also I am surprised and disappointed that they have not added some of the cool features in Black Ops, like being able to upgrade your weapons with COD point, custom emblems on your weapons.... and the training option... I am strongly considering not buying any future content, as I don't want crap maps. If anyone from IW/SH read this then consider a map design competition, I think this was done for MW on the PC.... And If you want to re-engage the users - release a best of map pack for free....… Expand
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#13 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 81 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 79 out of 81
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 81
  3. Negative: 0 out of 81
  1. Gamer Limit
    Jan 11, 2012
    85
    Ultimately, Modern Warfare 3 feels similar to it's brethren, but that doesn't mean it isn't a great game. The single player element is still exciting, and multiplayer has more options than ever – if you're a fan of Call of Duty, Modern Warfare 3 is a no brainer.
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  2. Game Over Online
    Dec 28, 2011
    84
    Modern Warfare 3, while still an excellent thrill ride in its own right, feels far too similar to MW2 or even Black Ops for my taste.
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  3. Xbox World 360 Magazine UK
    Dec 12, 2011
    88
    I never expected Modern Warfare 3 to go toe-to-toe with EA's juggernaut this year, but it came out of the gates with a tour de force campaign and co-op mode. It loses points with a perhaps too-familiar multiplayer that caters to the juvenile on Xbox Live; though don't be mistaken, Modern Warfare 3 is one hell of a shooter and a highlight for a series that just won't die – no matter how much we wish it bloody would, at times.
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