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. Aclosed_door
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Now that all the midnight trolls are off the forums... This game expanded upon a very successful predecessor. For everyone saying its the same as MW2, what do you think a sequel is? Most sequels are like the previous game. BF3 is like BF2 except they stray away from bad company to an elite team to compete with CoD. Uncharted 3 is like uncharted 2 but with a new story. The call of dutyNow that all the midnight trolls are off the forums... This game expanded upon a very successful predecessor. For everyone saying its the same as MW2, what do you think a sequel is? Most sequels are like the previous game. BF3 is like BF2 except they stray away from bad company to an elite team to compete with CoD. Uncharted 3 is like uncharted 2 but with a new story. The call of duty series is for more fast pace action where battlefield is for more strategic spaced out action. The gameplay is completely different an it is soley personal preference which style you prefer. For me I like to mix it up and think both games are outstanding.… Expand
  2. robert42jh
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Great game. it's CoD and wasn't going to change much yet in the end it's your fault for hyping yourself up so much it is fun though. Dont hate
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  3. u780
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Wow /v/, you seem pretty angry. But that's okay, because I'm having fun playing my brand new installment of cod with my friends, and HAVING FUN. MW3 gets a 10 because it's better than skyrim, and i'll give skyrim like a 4, but everyone else says it's worth a 10, so mw3 must be a lot better than a 10, but I can only give a 10.
  4. All_Your_Base
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Wah wah wah "But it's the same game."
    Of course it's the same game! You expected Mario?
    "Same game", with improved graphics, continuation of a great campaign story, great new modes, great new maps. Tons of other small improvements as well, from a game series that was already great to begin with. But yep, (thankfully) it's still MW, so if you wanted MW3 to be a DIFFERENT game, then here    Wah wah wah "But it's the same game."
    Of course it's the same game! You expected Mario?
    "Same game", with improved graphics, continuation of a great campaign story, great new modes, great new maps. Tons of other small improvements as well, from a game series that was already great to begin with.
    But yep, (thankfully) it's still MW, so if you wanted MW3 to be a DIFFERENT game, then here is an idea - BUY A DIFFERENT GAME - but for the millions of us who love the MW series, we will be playing the latest and best one in the series - MW3.    … Expand
  5. parker007
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is the complete package. It has a solid, single-player campaign, a rich multiplayer mode that has new modes and will be played by millions of gamers for years to come; a awesome Spec-Ops mode that includes an all-new Survival gameplay mode similar to Horde; and is the first Call of Duty title to launch with the new Elite service, something that will become aCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is the complete package. It has a solid, single-player campaign, a rich multiplayer mode that has new modes and will be played by millions of gamers for years to come; a awesome Spec-Ops mode that includes an all-new Survival gameplay mode similar to Horde; and is the first Call of Duty title to launch with the new Elite service, something that will become a standard in the CoD franchise for years to come. The online game is the deepest and richest CoD multiplayer experience to date and the Spec Ops co-operative mode is worth the price of admission alone. MW3 has excellent sound design, is very polished, and its gameplay exceeds expectations. MW3 is going to be played for a long, long time to come, and deservedly so.… Expand
  6. Bvonk
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Great game, COD the way i like it. If you dont like other cod games then you wil not like this one but for me it is perfect. One of yhe best game of the year.
  7. OkIKnow
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Great game!

    Look at all the socially worthless nerds type their little textual comments from the seclusion and security of their mother's basements, attempting to boost their low self-esteem. "I'm going to get them! I'll type a comment on metacritic!" It seems like some socially deprived, inept, highly unintelligent, unproductive, pampered, weak minded children want some attention. Sorry    Great game!

    Look at all the socially worthless nerds type their little textual comments from the seclusion and security of their mother's basements, attempting to boost their low self-esteem. "I'm going to get them! I'll type a comment on metacritic!"

    It seems like some socially deprived, inept, highly unintelligent, unproductive, pampered, weak minded children want some attention. Sorry kiddies, mommy didn't tell you how great you were every morning as a compliment, she was simply padding your bruised, frail egos. What's next, are you going to get back at the government by making a comment on a youtube video? Oh, badass!

    Also, to be relevant, this game is very fun, just like the other two. Endless hours of fun to be had online! The campaign is good for two or three plays.    … Expand
  8. skatingundam
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    I think the game is great! May be the same engine, but they never advertised for new and improved graphics, so stop complaining. I love the new modes, and weapons. Totally worth the price. If you loved MW2, then this is a deff pick up.
  9. WVUnoah
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Ok people calm down. What did you think MW3 was going to be? It is always the same game with new maps and a couple tweaks here and there, with maybe a few multiplayer modes thrown in. I for one never play the single player, I focus only on multiplayer. Yes, I am a Call of Duty fan, but I also own Battlefield 3, so don't call me a Call of Duty only lover. Is it crap we have to pay $60 for aOk people calm down. What did you think MW3 was going to be? It is always the same game with new maps and a couple tweaks here and there, with maybe a few multiplayer modes thrown in. I for one never play the single player, I focus only on multiplayer. Yes, I am a Call of Duty fan, but I also own Battlefield 3, so don't call me a Call of Duty only lover. Is it crap we have to pay $60 for a game that is basically a large map pack? Sure, but I bet all you people posting 0 reviews are going to be the same people night after night playing for hours on end and going to still buy it again next year. They aren't going to change a game that is by far the most popular multiplayer game in the world, and if they did all of you would probably complain about that to. Just enjoy it… Expand
  10. BangBang
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Best First Person Shooter Ever! Put Butterfield 3 to shame. It's funny reading the B3 fangirls and EA employees give COD MW3 low ratings. Too bad for them, the unbiased gaming critics agree that COD MW3 is significantly better than B3. The graphics and story line in MW3 is unbelievable. New weapons are great. Multiplayer is fantastic. Butterfield 3 was ok, but I already sold my usedBest First Person Shooter Ever! Put Butterfield 3 to shame. It's funny reading the B3 fangirls and EA employees give COD MW3 low ratings. Too bad for them, the unbiased gaming critics agree that COD MW3 is significantly better than B3. The graphics and story line in MW3 is unbelievable. New weapons are great. Multiplayer is fantastic. Butterfield 3 was ok, but I already sold my used copy on eBay. I'll be keeping COD MW3 for a long time. You B3 fangirls should demand your money back from EA.… Expand
  11. Spindual
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Its the best at SP, MP, Spec-Ops simply everything. The game may be close to MW2 at graphics but its the best game ever. Best-in-class multiplayer is now more balanced than ever. Also you shouldn't worry about empty servers because it is best selling game ever. It deserves 10.
  12. MaSs1ve1
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Oh my god, I mean, if you ever bought a 60$ it had been just the games from the COD franchise,Skyrim is 60$ too but unlike COD it looks actually promising,as for COD,let me start on BO-Where,from the launch day the **** treyarch brought us nothing than glitches and bugs,filled with campers and noobs.

    So does this game,except the maps look different and the weapons look different too,Where    Oh my god, I mean, if you ever bought a 60$ it had been just the games from the COD franchise,Skyrim is 60$ too but unlike COD it looks actually promising,as for COD,let me start on BO-Where,from the launch day the **** treyarch brought us nothing than glitches and bugs,filled with campers and noobs.

    So does this game,except the maps look different and the weapons look different too,Where is COD1?
    COD2? the most classic shooters i have ever played,i still do,and i am still happy,but this? OMG, sledgehammer-never going to buy any game that they are developing,activision? SCREW YOU IM GONNA shoot some ppl in Battlefield Bad Company 2, and Batllefield 3,which by the way,costs 50$, but gives the satisfaction of a game worth a 100$.    … Expand
  13. asdaa
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This series has had its day. Time to hang it up. There is nothing innovation going on anymore with Modern Warfare. The multilayer is still solid enough to have a good time with your on line buddies, but eh hh... lets move on. .… Expand
  14. Ike0009
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    The game is GREAT!!! Haters gonna hate, always!!! The campaign is solid, with a great story and very fun to play.
    The multiplayer is the best of all COD games, and so much better than BF3 mp.

    I recommend this game 1.000.000.000%
  15. cn21
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    What's up with all the review bombers on here? Metacritic ratings are completely irrelevant and CoD: MW3 is the exact reason why. Nobody cares if you bought and loved Battlefield 3, and nobody cares if you bought and Hated the last CoD game. Stop bombing Metacritic ratings trying to influence scores based on never having played the game. Yes, the game is generally the same gameplay as theWhat's up with all the review bombers on here? Metacritic ratings are completely irrelevant and CoD: MW3 is the exact reason why. Nobody cares if you bought and loved Battlefield 3, and nobody cares if you bought and Hated the last CoD game. Stop bombing Metacritic ratings trying to influence scores based on never having played the game. Yes, the game is generally the same gameplay as the previous Call of Duty games. That's the reason it sells so damn many copies: A lot of people like what it offers. If you're not one of those people, fine. Find an alternative game and stick with it. You don't have to troll review sites to try to force other people to think like you do. I'm seeing a list of reviewers who apparently didn't like the last CoD but still bought MW3. HELLO?? it's your own fault you were dumb enough to continue to buy something you hate. You don't constantly go to McDonald's when you hate Hamburgers, do you?? Then dont buy games that aren't your style. Nuff said. Anyone looking for objective reviews I would suggest skipping Metacritic completely and just rent the game yourself. if you like it buy it, if not then return it. Simple as that.… Expand
  16. LiberalTugboat
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    I haven't purchased or played this game yet... but it doesn't matter! Everyone else is giving it a useless review so why shouldn't I? Well, this is the best game ever, flat out. 10! (just to counter act the metacritic trolls)
    This is why user reviews are completely useless. They are baseless and unreasonable.
    Everyone is either giving it a 10 or a 0. Obviously you are all wrong.
  17. lancota
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Awesome Awesome Awesome.. nuff said... Single player is polished and brilliant, and the multiplayer knocks it out of the park.... There isn't anything more to say than that.
  18. Jcole432
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Don't let the BF3 fan-boys deter you from buying the best Call of Duty title of this generation. To sum up MW3, think Modern Warfare 1 and 2 mixed together with added modes and gameplay to enhance the experience. If you love any Call of Duty game, you owe it to yourself to check this one out! This game will more than likely be Shooter of the Year, so go play and have fun...no need toDon't let the BF3 fan-boys deter you from buying the best Call of Duty title of this generation. To sum up MW3, think Modern Warfare 1 and 2 mixed together with added modes and gameplay to enhance the experience. If you love any Call of Duty game, you owe it to yourself to check this one out! This game will more than likely be Shooter of the Year, so go play and have fun...no need to compare it to BF3.… Expand
  19. OnlyLiveTwice
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Readers beware: The "zero" ratings you see displayed here are *ALL* spam from the rabid, vocal anti-Call of Duty detractors, hoping only to skew the "user score" here--many of which have not even played the game. Because Metacritic fails to weed out this type of behavior, I'm rating this game a 10 (though it deserves an 8/10) to balance out the spam. Even if this game *was* bad, there'sReaders beware: The "zero" ratings you see displayed here are *ALL* spam from the rabid, vocal anti-Call of Duty detractors, hoping only to skew the "user score" here--many of which have not even played the game. Because Metacritic fails to weed out this type of behavior, I'm rating this game a 10 (though it deserves an 8/10) to balance out the spam. Even if this game *was* bad, there's absolutely NO way it warrants a zero. Use your common sense and ignore said reviews.… Expand
  20. Lucalus
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Where to start? I would give this game a 9 out of 10, but all the trolls are unfairly maligning a great game, so it's now a 10. First of all anyone who says this feels like the BLOPs is just nuts. Treyarch's shooters all feel sluggish and inaccurate, but Infinity Ward and now Sledgehammer deliver tight mechanics. I am now used to BLOPs, but it took a while, where it took no time to feel atWhere to start? I would give this game a 9 out of 10, but all the trolls are unfairly maligning a great game, so it's now a 10. First of all anyone who says this feels like the BLOPs is just nuts. Treyarch's shooters all feel sluggish and inaccurate, but Infinity Ward and now Sledgehammer deliver tight mechanics. I am now used to BLOPs, but it took a while, where it took no time to feel at home in MW3. I can't comment on the story as I played 15 minutes of it before bed last night, but so far it is looking to be a great ride. Multiplayer is where MW3 shines. The tweak of making streaks based on points as opposed to kills is huge! This makes the game more accessible to people like myself whose K/D ratio is below 1 because now I don't need to have a stellar game to contribute to my team's welfare. New game modes make the multiplayer feel fresh. I love Spec Ops. I wish it allowed 4 people, but MW3 got it right to limit it to 2 players. Overall, this is the best shooter out there right now. BF3 is great and I will continue to split my gaming time between it and MW3, but MW3 is just more intense than BF3. This is a tough month to be a game. Competing with BF3, MW3, Skyrim and Halo CEA in the same month. Four great games, 3 shooters, and one epic RPG. Right now, MW3 is top of the pile. MW3 is worth the price of admission and that's not even bringing the COD Elite service into the picture. Elite makes MW3 into a social experience to rival Battlelog and Bungie's stat tracking software for Halo. This enriches the gamer's experience by providing goals, bragging opportunities, and community to the franchise. Without Elite multiplayer seems more often than not feels like playing with a bunch of selfish monkeys. With Elite, you can team up with like minded gamers and forge an experience that satisfies and builds your gaming prowess while enhancing the community of gamers as a whole.

    Long story short - this game is great. Totally worth every penny. Cudos to Sledgehammer and Infinity Ward. To all the people who say people shouldn't buy this game all I have to say is "Why did you buy it then?" This game will be played by millions for years to come.    … Expand
  21. riotpunch99
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game is awesome. I really adds polish to a well formed multiplayer game, and the single player is more of the top nonsense that people love. I've loved COD4, MW2, and especialyl MW3
  22. DavidDDavidson
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Best game ever, all the negative reviews come from the BF3 fanboys, it's kind of obvious. They feel the need to justify their purchase because they know inside how much garbage BF3 was.
  23. Tree
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Ok, it's quite obvious BF3 fanbies got up early to post their zeros and most of the negative stuff is "it's the same as all the others". It's made hundreds of millions people!!!. Their hardly gonna change such a successful formula. I buy the modern warfare series of COD because I want to have a absolute blast playing a game, and this is no exception.
  24. Plate_Lunch
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    All of these zeros are from COD haters. Click on "All this user's reviews" and notice that they all gave MW3 a zero on all platforms. Like you bought four copies? Its Pathetic. Its so obvious what they are trying to do. Metacritic should stand up and ban these fools. People come here for honest advice and opinions. Not to get to trolled by angry virgins.

    This game is very fun to play. Buy it.
  25. insanefirefreak
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    I've played all of the Call of Duty's and I was happy for some reason but I am wondering why people hate it.
    I love MW2 and MW3.I also hate most people for hating this game so much because I'm wondering why?
  26. Rooney313
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game deserves credit one of the most if not the most feature rich games out there. The undeserved hate this game is receiving on here is pathetic.
  27. bostonfxc
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    I think its better than the other call of duty games. I'm satisfied. No more black ops ****

    Survival mode Spec Ops is fun as hell, and the campaign it EPIC.
  28. vinnyraffle
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Sorry, if you don't like the game... you're probably just not that great at it. Of course it's not too different from the previous entries, people who buy these games LOVE the previous entries. The series has become a bit more geared to the hardcore COD players, especially with the Call of Duty Elite service. If you spent countless hours in COD4, MW2, and Black Ops you will love this game.Sorry, if you don't like the game... you're probably just not that great at it. Of course it's not too different from the previous entries, people who buy these games LOVE the previous entries. The series has become a bit more geared to the hardcore COD players, especially with the Call of Duty Elite service. If you spent countless hours in COD4, MW2, and Black Ops you will love this game. A lot of simple tweaks and alterations to the multiplayer experience make it a lot more enjoyable and functional than previous entries. Give it a shot, and if you're not doing too great... just stick with it. You'll get better quicker than you think, trust me.… Expand
  29. dukefan17
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game is absolutely fantastic. It improves on MW2 (the worst Call of Duty) in every way. The multiplayer is amazing. No more BS CoD point system that almost ruined Black Ops. You feel as if you are always trying to strive towards something new. The Campaign is arguably the best in the series. The story is easy to follow and has the first tear-jerking moment in the franchise. EveryoneThis game is absolutely fantastic. It improves on MW2 (the worst Call of Duty) in every way. The multiplayer is amazing. No more BS CoD point system that almost ruined Black Ops. You feel as if you are always trying to strive towards something new. The Campaign is arguably the best in the series. The story is easy to follow and has the first tear-jerking moment in the franchise. Everyone is always saying this series needs a revamp. NO. this IS the revamp. They don't need to make it Battlefield where they focus on nothing but graphics. Battlefield looks good, but plays awful. The system works. People just like to ****… Expand
  30. Tennman9985
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    The game rins the smoothest out of the franchise, it might not be revolutionary but it far surpasses the gears of war, battlefield and tom clancy franchises. If your only complaint is that its a rehash, then so be it but nothing on the market can surpass its playability. Fact!
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#13 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#13 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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Metascore
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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