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. Kagozuma
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    This FPS has just released? In 2011? Let me laugh !! There is no evolution since CoDMW... Just a new campaign, heavier textures and new weapons, not a new game. More than $15 for this, it's just a joke ! There is no game development and no expensive work to release this game.
  2. zavor
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    After 600 hours on mw2 i can say this is very similar but slightly better. New modes new weapons. The graphic at 60fps for this generation of conosle is this , they can't do magic. After the disappointment for black ops i think this is a good return of a classic fps.
  3. Veteran360
    Nov 11, 2011
    0
    After recently doing an article that examined how franchises are destroying innovation in the videogame industry, one of the most popular games in the industry has just launched that represents what was talked about in this article very well. Call of Duty is a prime example of one of the franchises that rely on its previous titles for sales. With the most recent release of Modern Warfare 3After recently doing an article that examined how franchises are destroying innovation in the videogame industry, one of the most popular games in the industry has just launched that represents what was talked about in this article very well. Call of Duty is a prime example of one of the franchises that rely on its previous titles for sales. With the most recent release of Modern Warfare 3 being a title that is equivalent to a large DLC package. To add on to this, Activision has already announced a new Call of Duty title release for 2012, in which I will be very surprised to see any type of innovation included. Call of Duty made its major break into the gaming world with the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. This is the first time the franchise underwent major changes, which in turn brought major changes into many shooters that are seen today. Now it seems that each consecutive Call of Duty title is simply giving us rehashed content, with the exception of Modern Warfare 2, which should be considered a legitimate sequel.

    After this franchise went mainstream and captured a large fan base it decided to simply feed repetitively off of these fans. If you were to put up a screenshot of Modern Warfare 3 beside one of Modern Warfare 2, most people could not tell the difference. The developers of this game even decided to directly import a building from Call of Duty 4 into Modern Warfare 3, you can take a look at the video in the section to the left. This game simply added a few new weapon attachments, some new maps, changed the game modes a little, and slapped a new title over the front of the case. This is the perfect example of how certain game franchises are ruining innovation in the industry. The only thing that the Call of Duty franchise has changed since the release of Modern Warfare 2 is its marketing campaign, which is the real reason the title is still so popular.    … Expand
  4. chuggyman
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    The majority of the negative comments are the BF fanboys that actually went out of their way to give this game a bad review score.

    Bottom line is, if you like Call of Duty, if you aren't tired of the formula, you will love this game. Simple as that.
  5. TomComics
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Modern Warfare 3 is no different. Yes the graphics are only slightly better and the multiplayer hasn't changed but added some new features. The campaign is well done and Spec Ops is great! But yes, there's a lot of bad scores out there for this game but everyone, give Infinity Ward a break, the two people who made MW2 amazing got fired, along with a lot of other people from IW who gotModern Warfare 3 is no different. Yes the graphics are only slightly better and the multiplayer hasn't changed but added some new features. The campaign is well done and Spec Ops is great! But yes, there's a lot of bad scores out there for this game but everyone, give Infinity Ward a break, the two people who made MW2 amazing got fired, along with a lot of other people from IW who got fired. IW did their best to create this game with the help of Sledgehammer Games. So yes, this sequel with few changes that didn't live up to fans expectations. But MW3 stands as a decent/good sequel.… Expand
  6. trix24
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    awesome game, don't know why it's getting such low user score.I am enjoying the campaign and of course the multiplayer.spec ops is my favourite mode ,but i wish they had bots in splitscreen mode other than that the game is awesome worth it's $60 price tag.
  7. bigggmike
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    A disappointment on all levels. Same as MW2. Nothing new will be added to this series. The developers are mediocre at best. There is no more creativity from these people.
  8. 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?
  9. iwanatats
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Looks like a lot of fan boi's loving to QQ this game because they think that every version will be a complete revamp. Just an FYI, being able to balance MW3's multiplayer in such a great way is worth a 10 in it of itself. Unfortunately, if you are going to want to play a military FPS on a console, COD still rules the show.
  10. TestingGoon
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Sorry, did I miss something? The majority of these negative reviews are complaining that this is more or less the same as MW2... Well what were you all expecting? Were you all expecting a title that would revolutionize the genre? It's the third in a series, pretty much all the big sequels this year have been the same as their predecesor, look at Gears 3, you could say the same thing aboutSorry, did I miss something? The majority of these negative reviews are complaining that this is more or less the same as MW2... Well what were you all expecting? Were you all expecting a title that would revolutionize the genre? It's the third in a series, pretty much all the big sequels this year have been the same as their predecesor, look at Gears 3, you could say the same thing about that, more of the same. Was I annoyed? No and I'm not annoyed with MW3, because I knew what I was getting into.… Expand
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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.
  15. rednas21
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    I really don't understand all the zeros. If the game works why change it? Gaming community can be rather stupid. People always want change in games but whenever there is change people start hating games. But if there is no change in the game they still hate it. Call of Duty is no different than your annual sports game. People buy the new NHL, NBA, NFL, Fifa game each year even if theyI really don't understand all the zeros. If the game works why change it? Gaming community can be rather stupid. People always want change in games but whenever there is change people start hating games. But if there is no change in the game they still hate it. Call of Duty is no different than your annual sports game. People buy the new NHL, NBA, NFL, Fifa game each year even if they didn't make a change. You can't rate a game based on how much it changed. All in all, this is still a great game. If you liked MW2 then grab MW3. Don't expect much change but expect fun.… Expand
  16. cylixdemas
    Nov 8, 2011
    7
    The third installment into the Modern Warfare series is somewhat disappointing. While the game is a really good game nonetheless, do not expect any thing drastically new. You can expect everything from the mechanics to the perks to nearly identical to Modern Warfare 2. There are some new additives, including survival, supportive kill streaks, and the assortment of weapons and levels. TheThe third installment into the Modern Warfare series is somewhat disappointing. While the game is a really good game nonetheless, do not expect any thing drastically new. You can expect everything from the mechanics to the perks to nearly identical to Modern Warfare 2. There are some new additives, including survival, supportive kill streaks, and the assortment of weapons and levels. The game is good. It is what you have come to expect of Call of Duty. Nothing more, and nothing less.… Expand
  17. 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.
  18. jameswoo
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    MW3 online is too fast paced and unbalanced. Faster than Black Ops and even MW2. Maps are too small and congested. Graphics look like crap compared to BF3, look worse than Black Ops too. Weapons sound tinny and surround sound effects are almost nonexistent, so it sounds worse than Black Ops too. MW3 single player is not much better, same tired running and gunning action with noMW3 online is too fast paced and unbalanced. Faster than Black Ops and even MW2. Maps are too small and congested. Graphics look like crap compared to BF3, look worse than Black Ops too. Weapons sound tinny and surround sound effects are almost nonexistent, so it sounds worse than Black Ops too. MW3 single player is not much better, same tired running and gunning action with no tactics required. Almost like watching an action movie with lots of explosions but not so interesting story. The good old Infinity Ward would not produce this piece of crap.… Expand
  19. Posternutbag
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Just like when BFBC2 came out I opt to rather put in the COD disc, because it is just more entertaining period. Sure they are both great games, but COD outshines BF3 in all areas. So I'm sorry BF3 fanboys, you lost your battle so stop giving 0 scores here and go back to being a jet or chopper hog in that other game, where pretty much vehicles are the only fun thing about it.
  20. Greenlemonade
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Sadly, nothing significant has changed since Modern Warfare 1.
    This is a shameless cash grab with nothing new to offer players. Everything added would hardly be worth a 20 dollar expansion let alone an 60 dollar game.
    If players would stop forking over their cash, then maybe Activision and other game publishers would release more interesting games. This game wasn't worth the time I    Sadly, nothing significant has changed since Modern Warfare 1.
    This is a shameless cash grab with nothing new to offer players. Everything added would hardly be worth a 20 dollar expansion let alone an 60 dollar game.

    If players would stop forking over their cash, then maybe Activision and other game publishers would release more interesting games. This game wasn't worth the time I spent playing it at a friends house as I wouldn't pay for this carbon copy.    … Expand
  21. SteamCrow
    Nov 8, 2011
    7
    Anyone who's played a recent Call of Duty doesn't need a review to know exactly what they will be getting with this game.
    It's simple: If you enjoy the past games, you will probably enjoy this.
    If you don't, you won't. If you used to enjoy them, but were getting burned out, this probably won't change your mind. You only need to figure out which of those categories is you, to decide    Anyone who's played a recent Call of Duty doesn't need a review to know exactly what they will be getting with this game.
    It's simple: If you enjoy the past games, you will probably enjoy this.
    If you don't, you won't.
    If you used to enjoy them, but were getting burned out, this probably won't change your mind.
    You only need to figure out which of those categories is you, to decide whether this game will satisfy.
    Easy.    … Expand
  22. kaj510superdude
    Dec 28, 2011
    10
    A terrific game I just absolutely love it. There is so much to do such as multi-player (and the modes) survival, missions and campaign. I definitely have to give this game a 10/10 its just amazing
  23. shashmalash
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    this is not a copy paste.. its by far the most balanced fps there is. The campaign is nothing short of a spectacle and the spec ops just adds to all the content on the disc. There is so much packed in and i feel a lot of people dont realize how worth it the 60 dollars is for this game. i feel bad for the developer because of all these haters posting terrible scores when they dont even ownthis is not a copy paste.. its by far the most balanced fps there is. The campaign is nothing short of a spectacle and the spec ops just adds to all the content on the disc. There is so much packed in and i feel a lot of people dont realize how worth it the 60 dollars is for this game. i feel bad for the developer because of all these haters posting terrible scores when they dont even own the game.… Expand
  24. Durazell
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is te best of the series yet. Infinity Ward has delivered the Special Ops for co-op gameplay and this is one of the best additions to the series. The singple player is as always as roller coaster ride and multiplayer delivers an even more balanced experience. The map are great and the smaller thighter maps at launch will provide new players with an fyn experience. Veteran player noThis is te best of the series yet. Infinity Ward has delivered the Special Ops for co-op gameplay and this is one of the best additions to the series. The singple player is as always as roller coaster ride and multiplayer delivers an even more balanced experience. The map are great and the smaller thighter maps at launch will provide new players with an fyn experience. Veteran player no longer has the possibility to noob tube and spawn close to team mates are great. Overall this is a more balanced game than any other military shooter on the market with a technical finish others only can dream off.… Expand
  25. F3R0Z753
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I don't understand why everyone is hating on this game no one is forcing you to buy it but that doesn't mean it has to be given a crap review because it didn't change much from the last instalment. The mulitplayer is strong and updated 2 points for that, the campaign is fun to play and features stunning events 2 points for that, the spec ops mode is a great extra that can be very enjoyableI don't understand why everyone is hating on this game no one is forcing you to buy it but that doesn't mean it has to be given a crap review because it didn't change much from the last instalment. The mulitplayer is strong and updated 2 points for that, the campaign is fun to play and features stunning events 2 points for that, the spec ops mode is a great extra that can be very enjoyable while playing with a friend and survival mode just gives it that addictive edge, 2 points for that, call of duty elite while the servers are down currently due to over population, is a great feature that extends the multiplayer of call of duty, 2points and finally multiplayer is addictive as ever and many changes and features have been tweaked, added and removed to fix any problems the previous games had not to mention the new ban hammer, 2 points for that. thats 10 points. but the game like everygame is flawed, the graphics while gripping are not as up to date as many other games out nowadays but at least it runs smoothly at 60fps, so minus 0.5, the multiplayer maps are too tight cornered in my opinion but nothing devastating, minus 0.2, and lastly there seems to be a bug in campaign and single player with the enemy AI where they sometimes don't die or are dead but remain in the combat position but its not so frequent so minus 0.3. so i rate this game 9/10, a good upgrade from mw2 and definatly better than black ops… Expand
  26. Troll_Hunter
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    MW3 seems to be the best game for a FPS this season. BF3 seems to be weeping on that fact their Multiplayer lags and runs at 30 fps.... 60 for the WIN!

    MW3 core game modes and play are great, I feel they did play it a bit safe and stuck with what works which makes this game solid and fun to play. Why stray away from a formula that works and produces? And the new Spec Ops is refreshing to play.
  27. Masterchocobill
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Same as it's predecessors. Nothing ground breaking, original or intuitive has been added to this latest outing. Activision really just are selling people the same again with slightly updated graphics. Same old modders, hackers and racist 12 year old kids playing online. Elite is a rip off that is not even working. Spend your money else where on a more deserving franchise that doesn't treatSame as it's predecessors. Nothing ground breaking, original or intuitive has been added to this latest outing. Activision really just are selling people the same again with slightly updated graphics. Same old modders, hackers and racist 12 year old kids playing online. Elite is a rip off that is not even working. Spend your money else where on a more deserving franchise that doesn't treat people like idiots. Repackaging the same game every year is not on.… Expand
  28. Cstratton21
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Seriously, why are people ripping this game so hard? Are you Battlefield fan boys, salty, or suck? People give gears 3 amazing ratings when that game is THE EXACT same game, Halo series gets the same crap, amazing ratings for the same game... Yes it is about the same game, thats because its Call Of Duty and they will always do this. It is a SERIES and they will keep the FEEL the sameSeriously, why are people ripping this game so hard? Are you Battlefield fan boys, salty, or suck? People give gears 3 amazing ratings when that game is THE EXACT same game, Halo series gets the same crap, amazing ratings for the same game... Yes it is about the same game, thats because its Call Of Duty and they will always do this. It is a SERIES and they will keep the FEEL the same with new features. I am NOT a fan boy by any means, I actually prefer Battlefield Series myself... but common guys this game is fun, well made, and seems polished off with great features. get over it PLEASE. it deserves MUCHHH better than what you are giving it. get over it. Good job to the Dev's of this game, they listened to the players and made a good game and I am enjoying it so far. PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN TO THE BAD REVIEWS if they are like a 0-1 area, you know something is messed up.

    I give this game a 9/10 because it is not perfect, and it is a remake and has the same feel but is very fun so far and I like the additions they made to this game.    … Expand
  29. Ibjamin
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I enjoyed playing it. That is what I based my score on. As everyone has said, basically the same as MW2, which is my favorite game. As such I am quite happy. Only complaint would be that I wish the campaign was longer.
  30. Freeshnik
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    Developers are lazy bastards! Same engine for 4 year, even sound without changes! 2011 year on the street, but we offer us to walk on scripts, jumps on scripts, drive on scripts. story is ok, but all other aspects of game are trash.
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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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