Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 8685 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,253 out of 8685
  2. Mixed: 954 out of 8685
  3. Negative: 5,478 out of 8685
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  1. 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
  2. DarrylShaw
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    Just awful i hate cod - Darryl Shaw jjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjbjhjhjljhiljhlijhijlijijlkjlijljklijlij
  3. villapark75
    Nov 11, 2011
    1
    Garbage, why buy this when you got the same game 4 years ago......talk about flogging a dead horse....
    Same old stuff, nothing innovative and pure lazy on the designers behalf
  4. vvisper
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    I truly feel betrayed by this title. I have bought every single cod game since it first came out and always wanted the special edition xbox for it.I finally felt like it was time and WOW, I am the proud owner of the special edition xbox of the worst call of duty I ever played. To make things worst I also bought CallofDuty Elite. I hope I can get my money back at least for the xbox.
  5. Apexpredator
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    What the hell did all you idiots expect? A halo cod hybrid? I for one love the game. All these morons with negative reviews are ignorant. I dont know what you people were expecting from mw3 but there is a saying, if it aint broke, dont fix it. And every single one of you bashing the game are going to be the ones playing it and enjoying it the most. Anyways this is by far the best codWhat the hell did all you idiots expect? A halo cod hybrid? I for one love the game. All these morons with negative reviews are ignorant. I dont know what you people were expecting from mw3 but there is a saying, if it aint broke, dont fix it. And every single one of you bashing the game are going to be the ones playing it and enjoying it the most. Anyways this is by far the best cod experience released yet.… Expand
  6. seannydrama
    Nov 11, 2011
    4
    Pretty much split the baby with my score. The game itself probably deserves about 8 - 9, but the lack of innovation certainly deserves a 1 or 2 (and I can't even say I disagree with 0s). Basically, if you have never played a MW game before, this is a really good game and worth picking up. However, if you have played the rest of the games in the series, you are probably in the camp thatPretty much split the baby with my score. The game itself probably deserves about 8 - 9, but the lack of innovation certainly deserves a 1 or 2 (and I can't even say I disagree with 0s). Basically, if you have never played a MW game before, this is a really good game and worth picking up. However, if you have played the rest of the games in the series, you are probably in the camp that believes this game should have been a $20 DLC, not a full retail game. Good game, but disappointing.… Expand
  7. 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
  8. Timuco
    Nov 11, 2011
    7
    An improvement over MW2 (and Black Ops) but nothing more. The single player story that began with the first Modern Warfare game is concluded, but (IMO) leaves you empty. The multiplayer is exactly what you'd come to expect from a Call of Duty game, with the addition of one new game mode that is actually kind of fun. That said do not expect much of anything else new here. The game engineAn improvement over MW2 (and Black Ops) but nothing more. The single player story that began with the first Modern Warfare game is concluded, but (IMO) leaves you empty. The multiplayer is exactly what you'd come to expect from a Call of Duty game, with the addition of one new game mode that is actually kind of fun. That said do not expect much of anything else new here. The game engine more or less looks the same as MW2 and thus also plays the same. If you didn't like any of the previous Modern Warfare titles or Black Ops then this game will not convert you. Overall, this is a good game, though it could have been better.… Expand
  9. Bairrorist
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    This game is **** They've all been the same since CoD4 and all you god damn sheep still buy them. Grow up and get a mans game like Skyrim or BF3. CoD is killing itself and you need to realize that.
  10. Offboss
    Nov 11, 2011
    1
    In short, this game is a failed MW2.5. They have done nothing to fix the horrible lag issues and glitches that ruined MW2. The argument that the game is new is invalid because Activision refuses to use dedicated servers (like EA), and instead uses a host system that often picks a poor host and always gives the host an advantage. The developers have made no effort to really add something toIn short, this game is a failed MW2.5. They have done nothing to fix the horrible lag issues and glitches that ruined MW2. The argument that the game is new is invalid because Activision refuses to use dedicated servers (like EA), and instead uses a host system that often picks a poor host and always gives the host an advantage. The developers have made no effort to really add something to the game. While I don't expect CoD 4 type gains, or even zombies, I would hope that they don't count new features and a game mode that pales in comparison to zombies as significant games.… Expand
  11. liquidsnake956
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    DO NOT LISTEN TO THE HATERS! What you love about COD:MW returns. Better campaign. Better online experience. Graphics and story will stun you once again. Do not hesitate to buy.
  12. Tswe
    Nov 11, 2011
    3
    I have played all of the COD series. This one by far is the most disappointing. Basically like everyone is saying an expensive DLC. The graphics and engine got minor updates they say, but I can't really tell the difference from MW2 which came out 2 years ago. My biggest disappointment is with the multiplayer maps they are really small and feel cluttered.... I played a few games of TDMI have played all of the COD series. This one by far is the most disappointing. Basically like everyone is saying an expensive DLC. The graphics and engine got minor updates they say, but I can't really tell the difference from MW2 which came out 2 years ago. My biggest disappointment is with the multiplayer maps they are really small and feel cluttered.... I played a few games of TDM and domination last night and domination is almost impossible to play on most of these maps. A lot of the maps dont even stand out enough where you can tell the difference in them. Also the firing through the walls is a little ridiculous.

    The single player is ok, short but it is ok.
    The coop is ok.    … Expand
  13. Stillsimon
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    Like everyone else is saying this is MW2 with a few updates....... Purchased the game when it came out played it and first people where already raked 30??? What the and 2nd thing is the graphics are so 2 years ago this game should of been updated and not pushed out the User score is correct.
  14. phillyphill
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    If they fix the hit detection i may decide to play it again but for now it will sit in its case ill just keep playing battlefield. at least there i can see myself getting killed and now the guy had the jump on me.
  15. auburnschwartz
    Nov 11, 2011
    1
    I would give it a 0 but it is at least a playable game not by much but it is playable. Same game on the same outdated engine. I wish I had saved my $100 I payed for the hardened edition and bought anything but this game. I refuse to buy another Modern Snorefare game until they update their engine. Even then I may never buy another CoD game again let alone another Infinity ward orI would give it a 0 but it is at least a playable game not by much but it is playable. Same game on the same outdated engine. I wish I had saved my $100 I payed for the hardened edition and bought anything but this game. I refuse to buy another Modern Snorefare game until they update their engine. Even then I may never buy another CoD game again let alone another Infinity ward or Activision game. You can only screw over your fans so many times. The fact that the developers are begging people for good scores shows how piss poor of a game it is. These are not "suspiciously low" as you would lead people to believe Mr. Schofield they are accurate and honest. People are voicing their frustration about being screwed over continually by the same people. You ruined a great franchise and quite possibly ruined the first person military genre. This is by far the worst game I have played this year and I played Call of Juarez: The Cartel. EAD Cod EAD!!!… Expand
  16. 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
  17. 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.
  18. Masih720
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    Infinity ward is nothing without its old personels.everybody knows that.I love MW1 & MW2.but mw3 does not anything to do with those two.it is a horrible lose for infinty ward.
  19. CodFan12345
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    This game is basically a $60 map pack for MW2, and i can't respect that. I've bought every other cod game before this, and loved them...but this one just felt like the developers were cashing in more than ever, without any effort.
  20. jrzzl33
    Nov 11, 2011
    1
    MW3 = MW2 map pack. Sure, MW2 was fun like three years ago, but as much money that goes into the COD franchise, can you really justify reusing textures and objects from a game that came out years ago? No. Same multiplayer experience that lets a complete noob run around and think they're good, while frustrating those with skill.
  21. Minoumax
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    Francamente, se repiten. Me parece haber jugado ya a este juego una y otra vez. Si por lo menos el multijugador hubiera evolucionado y traiga novedades frescas e interesantes, pero no es un refrito de todo lo demás con un motor gráfico que envejece. Decepcionado. Ya pueden tomar medidas para el futuro.
  22. rayp212
    Nov 11, 2011
    1
    I feel completely ripped off. IT IS THE SAME GAME AS MW2 WITH SOME SLIGHT TWEEKS. Good thing I didn't actually pay money for it my trade ins covered the cost but really? The kill streaks are awful now and its confusing with the different types of kill streaks. Everyone who bought the game basically spent $65 on an expansion pack for MW2. I have an idea.....wait three years, create aI feel completely ripped off. IT IS THE SAME GAME AS MW2 WITH SOME SLIGHT TWEEKS. Good thing I didn't actually pay money for it my trade ins covered the cost but really? The kill streaks are awful now and its confusing with the different types of kill streaks. Everyone who bought the game basically spent $65 on an expansion pack for MW2. I have an idea.....wait three years, create a game that will have lasting potential (like MW2 did) and stop putting out garbage. Infinity Ward is laughing their way to the bank with this one. Awful.… Expand
  23. 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.
  24. RalphEE
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    Please do yourself and favor and save your money for a more innovated game or play other cods that have down in price. Gamers sorry to say....its the same game, dont be fooled!!!
  25. hard-angel
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    this games is an insult to all gamers. it's just a bad joke, a 52 box joke honestly i can't imagine how they dare to sell a such deja-vu game with no effort, i'm disppointed and very angry
  26. sticks323
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    OMG It's the same game blah blah, DUHHH. The game is great so stop complaining, if you didn't like MW2 why are you playing this game? Sequels are suppose to play like the original game (see Uncharted or Mass Effect) however they add something new or remove other things and that is exactly what MW3 does. The new killstreak system is a perfect example. So those who say they don't offerOMG It's the same game blah blah, DUHHH. The game is great so stop complaining, if you didn't like MW2 why are you playing this game? Sequels are suppose to play like the original game (see Uncharted or Mass Effect) however they add something new or remove other things and that is exactly what MW3 does. The new killstreak system is a perfect example. So those who say they don't offer anything new are just hating on COD. There is plenty of new things in this game. If you enjoy playing online, Get this game.… Expand
  27. BoomShakaLady
    Nov 11, 2011
    8
    If you have been playing BF3 or even a little Black Ops you will not be ready for this game and may in the first few hours burst a few blood vessels in frustration because this game is fast....very fast! You cannot afford to sit still even for a moment. Calling in recon drones, pred missiles and stealth bombers are a challenge in thereself as finding a spot to hide even for a moment isIf you have been playing BF3 or even a little Black Ops you will not be ready for this game and may in the first few hours burst a few blood vessels in frustration because this game is fast....very fast! You cannot afford to sit still even for a moment. Calling in recon drones, pred missiles and stealth bombers are a challenge in thereself as finding a spot to hide even for a moment is pretty impossible!! Yeah the maps are a bit small and the spawn are pretty crazy at times but if your a runner gunner you will love this if your like me and more stealthy it is a learning curve but it's new, it's not like any cod I've ever played....pace wise. Is that not what people wanted fresh ideas? The support point streaks/ kill streaks are great fun and rewarding and the new game modes add extra fun. So yeah the multiplayer is mad, frantic and hair pulling inducing but it's also lots of the fun. Im not thought the campaign yet but the little bit I have played its like a Hollywood blockbuster and I'm loving it so far and Im sure it will not disappoint! Is this game the best COD ever? I don't know yet. Does it deserve the hate on this site and the 0 score from a lot of people? NO I suspect a lot of the 0 come from people who haven't actually played the game at all and have hate for the COD series in general. Which isn't an accurate representation. Crazy? yes Fun? yes! Long lasting appeal? We will see!!!… Expand
  28. HarryPanooch
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    Same 'ol song and dance...It's horrible to see such a great franchise turn into something horrible. Of course it's all about the money on this one: X-box bundles, headsets, keyboards, mice, etc... It's amazing what little effort was put into the game and still grabbed as much cash from all the fans that were let down... =(
  29. 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
  30. SuperDave
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    Y'know, there's an expression called "milking the cow", in which a developer has a very popular, high-selling product or series and, instead of putting any real effort into improvement and innovation, simply makes minor changes and rushes the next product out as quickly as possible, so as to reap the profit of huge initial sales by the hordes of nerds who think that product will be theY'know, there's an expression called "milking the cow", in which a developer has a very popular, high-selling product or series and, instead of putting any real effort into improvement and innovation, simply makes minor changes and rushes the next product out as quickly as possible, so as to reap the profit of huge initial sales by the hordes of nerds who think that product will be the best thing since sliced bread. Often, the previous products are rendered irrelevant, especially if the new game is heavily multiplayer. It's a shame. Anyone with a brain knows that Call of Duty falls into the above description.… Expand
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#13 Best 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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