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. Dismortis
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Modern Warfare 3 is more of the same in the series. If you have had fun with the mulitplayer with your online buddies in the past this should be no different.
  2. mckayh8
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Wow. EA must have paid a lot of BF3 fanboys (or interns) to write a bunch of bad reviews for MW3. Classy EA. There is no way all these 0s are real.
  3. Jsims12
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Great game. To all of you saying this is repetitive it kinda is but why would they go far away from what has made their series what it is? I mean if I had top selling games why change it completely?
  4. ZarraN
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    The only reason I'm giving this game a review is because a dev asked fans to give it a higher score on Twitter. Score manipulation isn't okay to do Schofield.
  5. redlich23
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is a fantastic game!!!! Great job Infinity Ward!!!! I wish the Battlefield fan boys would accept the fact that your game is inferior...and thats being kind. The comparison isnt even close.
  6. TwStEd187Inc
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ok guys, yes it look s like MW2 and feels like it a bit.. BUT >>> This game jsut has the best replay value in the world being multiplayer or Campaign ! I mean its just Beast man. You can hate on it all you like but all in all, it is what it is. THE BEST SELLING GAME EVER ! Congrats MW3. Keep doing what you do and on the next one that comes out . Trust me , it will be the best once again. ON A NEW SYSTEM TOO !.
    187Inc.    … Expand
  7. fazl3h
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    How any times do Infinity ward and activision think they can fool us. This game seems more like an update and should have been called MW 2.5. Annoying **** kill streaks and noobs that think they're badass playing with aim assist and UMP. The only decent thing in the game is the Team Defender which is just oddball from halo but with a flag. Infinity ward you've had 2 years to fix the gameHow any times do Infinity ward and activision think they can fool us. This game seems more like an update and should have been called MW 2.5. Annoying **** kill streaks and noobs that think they're badass playing with aim assist and UMP. The only decent thing in the game is the Team Defender which is just oddball from halo but with a flag. Infinity ward you've had 2 years to fix the game from MW2 which was a shambles. The game doesn't need all these unneccesary kill streaks and a gazillion aircrafts hovering around what is already really small maps. Graphics look outdated compared to the beautiful Battlefield 3. You guys are losing your oldest fans in order to gain new ones who have not even played the original MW4. It's annoying to see a game of this calibre being sold for just big profit. Please go back to the simple yet addictive and fun formula of the original COD MW4 - which is one of the best multiplayer games I have played and even the single player was fun!!!.… Expand
  8. OnionPower
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    this game i just terrible, the campaign is just the same as always and the muliplayer i boring. I am so tired of little kids jumping around with snipers thinking they are cool. The graphic is the same as mw 2, and that is almost everything else too. Don't buy this game, you will regret it!
  9. ZeNublet
    Nov 10, 2011
    3
    I've played COD since I got a demo for the first one long ago on a "Maximum CD". I've seen the series grow and change except for recently when It stopped. COD MW3 is just another rehash of an old game with a new skin/logo and they except everyone to buy it. It's effectively nothing more than one of their cash cows now.

    The single player is okay but just like every game its over in one day    I've played COD since I got a demo for the first one long ago on a "Maximum CD". I've seen the series grow and change except for recently when It stopped. COD MW3 is just another rehash of an old game with a new skin/logo and they except everyone to buy it. It's effectively nothing more than one of their cash cows now.

    The single player is okay but just like every game its over in one day if you sit down to really play it. The online part of it is just the same as the previous except with what appears to be smaller sized maps. If you want just rent the game and beat the campaign. If your looking for online play just play any of the other copies that were released previously or just find another series.    … Expand
  10. belgarionriva
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Got a game crash on pc and it told me that Modern Warefare 2 has crashed. Yes, MODERN WAREFARE TWO has crashed. They didn't even bother to CTRL+F "2" into "3"... o.o Proof that it's a carbon copy of previous game...
  11. Pr0Joe
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    great game!!!!! people just don't like successful games thats all. Id give it 95 out of 100. Great Game! They improved just enough stuff to make it feel slightly fresh.
  12. sc4r3kr0w
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    First i will start off with why i'm giving this a ten out of ten. The bad reviewers of this game. Many do not realize what they have bought, even though IW has said this is basicly MW2, people still complain. They are not content with almost perfection and want better. As a computer programmer and a QA (Quality Assurance for many games) i stand to reason. This game has been made to almostFirst i will start off with why i'm giving this a ten out of ten. The bad reviewers of this game. Many do not realize what they have bought, even though IW has said this is basicly MW2, people still complain. They are not content with almost perfection and want better. As a computer programmer and a QA (Quality Assurance for many games) i stand to reason. This game has been made to almost perfect standards, Campaign is a little under gun, yes, but that's because they wanted the most action packed game so far. Multiplayer i have not seen anything wrong with in my 2 days with this game. Although they should have made maps more Asymmetrical, and less close-quarters. I feel as though they brought all the elements of both games that were good for all and kicked out they bad gameplay. Yes i understand that everyone on here who gave the game a 0 just wants their non-realistic akimbo shottys back, but come on people! they made this game for all and gave more to the professional outlook. As being a gamer on GB(Gamebattles) i appreciated this. This recieves a 9/10 from me personally, but with all the haters it deserves the best. 10/10.… Expand
  13. Runfocovah
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Dissaponted... I had been playing this since MW, yeah it was cool back then but **** got to repetitive, they dont improve nothing at all, same graphics, sound and lame short campaign... Now all the fanboy say: if you are looking for a campaing then mw3 isnt your game its all about mp... BS!! Even GOW has shown imrpovements over the years not to mention bf3..
  14. GAMERDUDELEET
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    This game is MW2... this should have been sold as DLC for $15 for MW2. I can't believe that gamers let game companies get away with this crap. Heed my warnings, don't buy this.
  15. jockess
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    La saga de MW es la mejor y siempre será la mejor... siendo una secuela... me hubiera molestado si hubieran cambiado el modo de juego... pero 100% la mejor es el único juego que no me aburrió sacando todos los logros y completar los prestigios ¡Excelente Juego! BEST GAME
  16. hasoo1
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Wow never did i think the day would come when the people turn againts cod about **** time if you ask me why should we fork out full retail price for the same **** over and over, no new graphics engine, stupid single player more like a hollywood movie. pathetic multiplayer full of 12 year old kids same old same old. after looking at what dice did with bf3 this feels like a copy and pasteWow never did i think the day would come when the people turn againts cod about **** time if you ask me why should we fork out full retail price for the same **** over and over, no new graphics engine, stupid single player more like a hollywood movie. pathetic multiplayer full of 12 year old kids same old same old. after looking at what dice did with bf3 this feels like a copy and paste job 2 developers 2 years and we get a expasion pack… Expand
  17. zonedogg
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    They have finally catered to all the add 9 year olds out there, the maps are tiny and cluttered and the net code i atrocious. If you beta tested your product you would have none of these problems, right to the trade in pile you go. Sniping has been relegated to an afterthought at best with no vantage points and no real high ground worth talking about, their talk of multiple levels wasThey have finally catered to all the add 9 year olds out there, the maps are tiny and cluttered and the net code i atrocious. If you beta tested your product you would have none of these problems, right to the trade in pile you go. Sniping has been relegated to an afterthought at best with no vantage points and no real high ground worth talking about, their talk of multiple levels was hype as there are no towers or anything to climb up its all justa jumbled assault rifle or smg mess… Expand
  18. Nero4983
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Whats with all the hate? People are just jumping on the "bash call of duty" bandwagon without giving the game a chance. Ok, you may not like call of duty, but give the game a chance before deciding the game is total ****
  19. Jmacld
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I find it ridiculous the negativity toward this game. So what if it wasn't the wonder game of all time or classic MW. I've played every MW and I truly believe that it does get a little better every game. All the zeroes amazes me. Don't be mad if MW is still MW. They have a formula and if you don't like it don't whine.
  20. Eradikation
    Nov 10, 2011
    7
    New call of duty. Well everyone expects a new game. It's more like a revised edition. It isn't bad at times. My biggest downfalls are lack of dedicated servers. Poor connections that lead to terrible hit detection. I played all these games heavily. And it seems all the problems of the past plague this. Maps are small too small at times. Guns at the beginning of the games are pretty lameNew call of duty. Well everyone expects a new game. It's more like a revised edition. It isn't bad at times. My biggest downfalls are lack of dedicated servers. Poor connections that lead to terrible hit detection. I played all these games heavily. And it seems all the problems of the past plague this. Maps are small too small at times. Guns at the beginning of the games are pretty lame same old junk. Until level 42. Otherwise though it's still a fun game. A little upset 3rd person is gone. I'm satisfied with the kills streaks very balanced. It all just comes down to pumping a guy with 10-20 bullets for him to stand still a take a Barrett quick scope and I die in one shot. Never cares for quick scoping it doesn't take skill like some say. It's a game breaker for sure. I love drop shots but there seems to be a lag when actually goin prone. I'm very competitive online. I play with the same 6 man crew search and destroy since black ops. And we are good players good stats but we will lose to a bunch of randoms at time people the game chose a shoddy host with poor connection enemies start sponging bullet damage and just turn n spray n I'll die. It's a little frustrating to run up on a guy for him to turn and blind fire and I die in what seems like 2 bullets and the kill cam shows I didnt even shoot. That is unacceptable for a competitive online game. Battlefield hit detection is pretty spot on when the servers run smoothly. There's no choice to not play the same map every time u join a new lobby and can't filter searches by connection. These are major things that need to be addresses. Matchmaking is a thing of the past for new players but for vets it must be taking into consideration. And not in 2 years from now when cod 9 comes. I play to win and the game doesn't allow it at times. And with a connection of 35/35 I think that I would be host more often and actually have smooth gameplay. Bf3 doesn't have these problems only thing I dislike is they only have Respawn modes. Idk the game is on track just needs major updates.… Expand
  21. SirLagalot
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    This game was a real disappointment, and I wasn't expecting much since the CoD series is severely becoming tired. It all starts with the menu interface. Did we go back in time where every option was 20 levels deep and we only had an A&B button on a controller? Also the game mechanics, weapon feel, and map design appear not well play tested at all. Sure a couple of the game types, KillThis game was a real disappointment, and I wasn't expecting much since the CoD series is severely becoming tired. It all starts with the menu interface. Did we go back in time where every option was 20 levels deep and we only had an A&B button on a controller? Also the game mechanics, weapon feel, and map design appear not well play tested at all. Sure a couple of the game types, Kill Confirmed in particular, are a nice addition, but definitely not worth the $60+. Not to mention the $15 a pop for each 3-map pack that comes out. All I can hope is that this is a sign to Activision that they lost their gravy train of talent that is Infinity Ward when they lost Jay West, Vincent Zampella, and the rest of their loyal developers. Maybe, just maybe, they will hear the gamers' outcry from this flop and actually put some effort into the next game. Or perhaps they could just go the way they have with this series and reap in the profits by exploiting the lemmings, like myself, who will keep buying anything with the CoD name on it because they had an amazing time with one or more of the past games and are looking for that original high again. Is there a methadone for CoD?… Expand
  22. breitenbach
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Don't know why alot of people are bashing this game but MW3 is a well balanced thrill ride!!! The single player campaign is the best out there with it's richly detailed enviorments and a nice rock solid 60 fps and the multiplayer is nice as well will alot of great modes!!
  23. Tallmonator
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Don't play dumb, you knew what you were getting when you purchased this game. The CoD series is all about multiplayer now and to cry about a shallow single player is like buying a Lexus and complaining about the spare tire design. That being said, the multiplayer is fantastic, taking everything good from MW2 and Black Ops and making a few minor tweaks (Noob tubes are much less powerful,Don't play dumb, you knew what you were getting when you purchased this game. The CoD series is all about multiplayer now and to cry about a shallow single player is like buying a Lexus and complaining about the spare tire design. That being said, the multiplayer is fantastic, taking everything good from MW2 and Black Ops and making a few minor tweaks (Noob tubes are much less powerful, Perks are more evenly balanced etc). An item worth note though is the restructuring of the weapons. Every gun you use feels like it has the ability to beat all the others, all of the weapons are balanced so well and there's real reward in trying out new weapons and leveling each up. If you're a multiplayer fan you won't be disappointed and if you're buying it for the Campaign stick to Skyrim.… Expand
  24. NewJFusi0n
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    I fell in love with the first two Modern Warfare's, and whilst the second showed a resemblance to the first there were marked differences and it still possessed a good campaign which really got me involved and attached to the characters. As for Modern Warfare 3, well it just didnt have that same thrill to play, The campaign was a little indecisive, It just didn't deliver the same characterI fell in love with the first two Modern Warfare's, and whilst the second showed a resemblance to the first there were marked differences and it still possessed a good campaign which really got me involved and attached to the characters. As for Modern Warfare 3, well it just didnt have that same thrill to play, The campaign was a little indecisive, It just didn't deliver the same character connection as MW1, and when seeing a memorable character die, just didn't have a good enough emotional impact in my opinion. The middle through to the end of the campaign felt quick, rushed and a bit of a let down compared to the other MW games, the multiplayer is still addictive, but with not enough guns, and an out of date engine it just could have been so much better...… Expand
  25. nschlip
    Nov 10, 2011
    4
    Where to start? I have been playing COD since the very first game on PC, and IMO Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is the best COD game in the entire franchise. What happened Infinity Ward? Modern Warfare 3 is the same as Black Ops / Modern Warfare 2....it's just more of the same. This game really could have been released as a $30 expansion (or something like that). I don't really understandWhere to start? I have been playing COD since the very first game on PC, and IMO Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is the best COD game in the entire franchise. What happened Infinity Ward? Modern Warfare 3 is the same as Black Ops / Modern Warfare 2....it's just more of the same. This game really could have been released as a $30 expansion (or something like that). I don't really understand what all the hype is surrounding this game (IMO there are much better ones just released and that are coming out).

    The single player is poor, multiplayer is more of the same, and SpecOps feels like it was tacked on.....There is just not enough here to justify a $60 game. If it was going for $40, ok....that would change this review a bit. To give Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games credit, they did do a remarkable job with the graphics (this is at least a four year old engine), and you can tell they worked extremely hard to deliver this.

    Bottom line, buy this, yes or no?: No - Save your money and play COD: Modern Warfare if you need your "war" game fix.    … Expand
  26. Lambomania
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Call of Duty has been the same piece of garbage every year.
    Yet so many purchase it every year.
    The worst shooter I have EVER played.
    It's EXACTLY like Call of Duty 4.
  27. Nismoskyline85
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Quite sad the way people are rating this game. The campaign wraps up one of the best stories I have ever played in the history of FPS games. The multiplayer is great. No launch issues what so ever (besides COD Elite but that's a whole different product). I haven't experienced any bugs at all. Overall this will be my GOTY. Judge the game for what it is, and in my opinion it is great.Quite sad the way people are rating this game. The campaign wraps up one of the best stories I have ever played in the history of FPS games. The multiplayer is great. No launch issues what so ever (besides COD Elite but that's a whole different product). I haven't experienced any bugs at all. Overall this will be my GOTY. Judge the game for what it is, and in my opinion it is great. Everyone I know IRL that has MW3 loves it. There's something so fishy about all these negative reviews... The game is in no way broken, it runs silky smooth, and you know what, it is FUN.

    I really didn't want to bring up that other game (battlefield 3) but... I hated it. Last years Medal of Honor was a much better game than battlefield 3 in my opinion, but neither can stand up to MW3

    I say good job IW, Sledgehammer, and Raven. The sales speak for themselves. I love MW3 and so do all of my friends, see you online.    … Expand
  28. rfkny1
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    MW3 is simply amazing! It is the best entry to the series. It blows black ops out of the water. Every map is fun. Its weird to me that I see so many people giving bad reviews on this website. You either like COD or do not like COD. The new modes are addictive, the addition of Elite is great and the campaign is the best one yet. Spec Ops is awesome as well! And for those who say theMW3 is simply amazing! It is the best entry to the series. It blows black ops out of the water. Every map is fun. Its weird to me that I see so many people giving bad reviews on this website. You either like COD or do not like COD. The new modes are addictive, the addition of Elite is great and the campaign is the best one yet. Spec Ops is awesome as well! And for those who say the graphics are bad either have bad eyesight or a horrible television. And finally if you don't like this game then don't play it. Last night when playing multiplayer on a Wednesday night 1.3 million people were playing on XBOX live!!… Expand
  29. Dead4Fred
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    MW3 or should I say MW2 again? Let's face the facts here people, you're paying for an overpriced map pack.

    The same crappy game, running on the same crappy engine, with recycled buildings from COD 4. This game deserves nothing but a bad rating. 10 million dumbasses is all I have to say. Infinity Ward/Sledgehammer are lazy developers that are only interested with the sales of the game and    MW3 or should I say MW2 again? Let's face the facts here people, you're paying for an overpriced map pack.

    The same crappy game, running on the same crappy engine, with recycled buildings from COD 4. This game deserves nothing but a bad rating. 10 million dumbasses is all I have to say. Infinity Ward/Sledgehammer are lazy developers that are only interested with the sales of the game and making sure that the â    … Expand
  30. dbz0987654321
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It may be the same feel as MW2 but you will quickly see the differences between MW2 and MW3. Multiplayer has new everything and Special Ops is a breath of fresh air! Great game over all.
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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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