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. DrostKai
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    People are saying the game sucks, but they don't even played it.
    I mean, some reviews here are like "Ohh, I played it on the store, or I saw some videos...." Stop this cr4p!
    The game is amazing and super funny. The campaign isn't that great but guys, it's a multiplayer game, stop complaining about graphics and engine because the game is the best COD ever made and probably better than    People are saying the game sucks, but they don't even played it.
    I mean, some reviews here are like "Ohh, I played it on the store, or I saw some videos...." Stop this cr4p!
    The game is amazing and super funny. The campaign isn't that great but guys, it's a multiplayer game, stop complaining about graphics and engine because the game is the best COD ever made and probably better than Battlefield 3.    … Expand
  2. MaxxSwan13
    Dec 28, 2011
    9
    Much better than I expected. The Multi-Player is top-notch and so is the new Survival Mode. Spec. Ops is back with a lot of improvements, haven't played enough of it to know what they are though. Sadly, I completed the Single-Player Campaign in 4 hours (on Recruit. Sad, I know.... XD). Even in MW2 the Single-Player Campaign was 8-12 hours on Recruit!!!! That's a big disappointment!
  3. trachy
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    This is what I expected it to be. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 with some much needed tweeks. This is a very solid game. After all, why change the things that weren't broken in the first place. However, it is probably not worth getting at the full retail price. Buy it on sale and it will be money well spent.
  4. wafflewithsyrup
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    Why are people getting so fussed up about this game? I mean seriously, everybody has to hate. 97 percent of the people giving negative reviews are just complaining about the graphics. Just because Battlefield got a graphic update does not mean that every other videogame in the world must do so too.
  5. Bleeeee
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    EXACTLY the game I thought it would be. Story's fun for a day, but the Spec Ops and Multiplayer modes are what it's all about. Personally, I skipped MW2 because I was tired of realistic FPS's. Maybe it's because I skipped MW2 that I don't mind MW3 being seemingly the same game. But when it comes down to it, I enjoy my time spent with MW3.
  6. Ryckag
    Jan 30, 2012
    9
    Well I am not a hardcore gamer.I haven't played previous COD releases,but I find this game really great. Its one hell of incredible shooter. If you are like me and dont consider your self some kind of a game guru and just want to have some great time,I really recommend it. I get an impression that people hate this game simply because it has a big following and critics like it. That said,IWell I am not a hardcore gamer.I haven't played previous COD releases,but I find this game really great. Its one hell of incredible shooter. If you are like me and dont consider your self some kind of a game guru and just want to have some great time,I really recommend it. I get an impression that people hate this game simply because it has a big following and critics like it. That said,I guess the ones who played this series before dont feel that it made any progress. Any way I find it an incredible game.… Expand
  7. Sachi
    Nov 26, 2011
    9
    Although Modern Warfare 3 is not much different from the other two Modern Warfare games, it is still a great game that is worth playing, I do not see why people give it a zero just because it's unoriginal and that is just absurd because either they just hate Call of Duty and give it a 0 on purpose (Something that makes me really mad because they were not looking at the game's aspects atAlthough Modern Warfare 3 is not much different from the other two Modern Warfare games, it is still a great game that is worth playing, I do not see why people give it a zero just because it's unoriginal and that is just absurd because either they just hate Call of Duty and give it a 0 on purpose (Something that makes me really mad because they were not looking at the game's aspects at all) or they are left wanting (understandable but not a good enough reason to give the game a zero) . Modern Warfare 3 is a great game that has some new things to offer that will keep you entertained for more time. The graphics are good, they may be no where near as good as Uncharted 3's or Arkham City's but still nice. The voicework and explosions are great as always and the playability has always been great. The plot for the campaign is not that great this time around as it has always been so I was dissapointed in the plot but the multiplayer is as fun as always and Spec Ops is even better with Survival mode so the whole thing is still fun to play. The flaws are that there is not much that makes MW3 different frm MW2 other than the campaign and Spec Ops and multiplayer additions and the campaign has some wears and tears that does not make it as interesting or as enjoyable as the plots of the other two games but this is minor compared to the rest of the package. Overall, Modern Warfare 3 is a great game that is worth playing, if you are new to the series you will love it but is you've played the other games you will be somewhat dissapointed at the lack of new content but you should still play the game though. MW3 is one of the great games in 2011 that should not be missed. Breakdown for "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3": Presentation: 8, Graphics: 9, Sound: 9.3, Playability: 9.5, Lasting Appeal: 9, Verdict: 9 out of 10 "Amazing".… Expand
  8. JoeJutty
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    After logging approximately 10 hours in multiplayer I have mostly all favorable things to say about MW3. Yes it is a lot like MW2, but that's kind of the point of a series right? Not sure what people are looking for in this game. I was looking for everything I liked about MW2 but with more content - which I think was aptly delivered. The perks are well balanced, a solid selection ofAfter logging approximately 10 hours in multiplayer I have mostly all favorable things to say about MW3. Yes it is a lot like MW2, but that's kind of the point of a series right? Not sure what people are looking for in this game. I was looking for everything I liked about MW2 but with more content - which I think was aptly delivered. The perks are well balanced, a solid selection of weapons, corrected weapon ranges (no more Uzi kills from across the map), much improved killstreak system, addition of weapon proficiencies, and better selection of equipment. The only negatives I have found are that since 3 of the assault rifles are built off the same platform, many of the weapons look the same (though they perform much differently). Also compared to MW2 many of the maps of MW3 are very cluttered which isn't necessarily a bad thing but will effect your overall style of play. Bottom line: If you like MW2, you will like this game. Anyone who says differently is selling something.… Expand
  9. Bwoobs
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Call of duty is call of duty. I don't think people understand that. It's the best selling series in history for a reason, it's unbelieveable. The campaign so far is epic, spec ops is addictive as f*ck, multiplayer is still the same great formula with little changes that make the game so much better. You will get frustrated sometimes but remember, IT IS JUST A GAME!!! And that probablyCall of duty is call of duty. I don't think people understand that. It's the best selling series in history for a reason, it's unbelieveable. The campaign so far is epic, spec ops is addictive as f*ck, multiplayer is still the same great formula with little changes that make the game so much better. You will get frustrated sometimes but remember, IT IS JUST A GAME!!! And that probably means the people in the lobby are better than you, not cause the game sucks… Expand
  10. quickgold
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    The single player and the special ops add depth and value to the overall package. The multi-player experience is where this package stands out, it will leave you addicted for months especially with call of duty elite and the vast amount of information it offers. The new modes also make it a worthwhile game.
  11. CTU33chi
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    This game is really fun but its more of the same CoD. I am a big battlefield fan but the story in MW3 is so over the top and crazy that you can't help but like it. Online is fun but full of a-holes like Black ops was. i didn't like black ops at all and sometimes this game can feel like it online. i am not very good online but now i can help out out with the awesome support package thatThis game is really fun but its more of the same CoD. I am a big battlefield fan but the story in MW3 is so over the top and crazy that you can't help but like it. Online is fun but full of a-holes like Black ops was. i didn't like black ops at all and sometimes this game can feel like it online. i am not very good online but now i can help out out with the awesome support package that lets you keep earning perks even after you die and i die alot! I don't know why there are so many 0's and 1's here maybe some people are not very open minded to cool stuff or are just full of alot of hate but this game is really fun and thats what video games are all about.… Expand
  12. wowski13
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Modern Warfare 3 is an excellent game and one of the most enjoyable FPS games I have played, especially online. I wanted to start off with the verdict on this game as there seems to be a lot of negative feeling towards it, a lot of which appear to have no substance. Is MW3 similar to previous Call of Duty (CoD) games? Yes. Is this a bad thing? No. Once again the single player experience isModern Warfare 3 is an excellent game and one of the most enjoyable FPS games I have played, especially online. I wanted to start off with the verdict on this game as there seems to be a lot of negative feeling towards it, a lot of which appear to have no substance. Is MW3 similar to previous Call of Duty (CoD) games? Yes. Is this a bad thing? No. Once again the single player experience is decidedly short, probably no more than six hours, and delivers the usual array of intense gun battles and jaw dropping set-pieces that have become the norm for the CoD series. The visuals have been polished from previous entries in the series, although these aren't groundbreaking improvements, and there are also significant improvements in the sound department also. The real reason why anyone forks out their cash for a FPS, be it Battlefield or CoD, is for the multiplayer experience and once again CoD delivers in a big way. The variety of maps available is very good and the new focus of finding a preferred gun and developing it is an interesting new feature that allows the player t refine their online style. The new pointstreak system is also an excellent system and is much more welcoming for newer player to the series. When I first got into the online gaming experience with MW2 it took me quite a while to build up the skill to be able to effectively use killstreaks and I would've welcomed this feature when I was first starting out! My favourite new addition to the multiplayer experience this year has to be the Kill Confirmed game mode. The added pressure of having to round up dog tags following your kill makes for a frantic experience, and popping a grenade into a room full of camping enemies and collecting all those tags for yourself is a very satisfying experience! It's important to note that the frenetic online multiplayer experience has always been the charm of CoD for many people, including myself, and people need to realise it is perfectly acceptable for BF3 and MW3 to be very different and both excellent at the same time. I personally don't find the large maps and style of online play in Battlefield as exhilarating as the quick CQC in CoD, but nonetheless it is an excellent online experience. But if fast paced, adrenaline pumping online play is your thing MW3 is a must have game and will certainly keep you entertained for many months to come!… Expand
  13. spetrario
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    This game is very similar to the sequels but 10x better than black ops. It will still capture your attention and addict you to the beautifully constructed leveling system. Kill streaks are entertaining when you unlock them but just annoying when you become bombarded by the enemy. Anyway, the story is the usual, not realistic, and just confusing but fun to play. The co-op spec ops isThis game is very similar to the sequels but 10x better than black ops. It will still capture your attention and addict you to the beautifully constructed leveling system. Kill streaks are entertaining when you unlock them but just annoying when you become bombarded by the enemy. Anyway, the story is the usual, not realistic, and just confusing but fun to play. The co-op spec ops is one of the key essentials to this game. It is honestly the what I will be playing for awhile.… Expand
  14. 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
  15. theFUNgamer
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Read through most of these reviews before I got bored out of my mind with people trashing it, because "its the same as the last one". Well first of all it isn't in either respects, different multiplayer (IMO better as well) and a good storyline.
    Granted the story line could be better, but it is a great way to carry on from the MW2 end, and (IMO) actually fun. That's what I love in a game,    Read through most of these reviews before I got bored out of my mind with people trashing it, because "its the same as the last one". Well first of all it isn't in either respects, different multiplayer (IMO better as well) and a good storyline.
    Granted the story line could be better, but it is a great way to carry on from the MW2 end, and (IMO) actually fun. That's what I love in a game, its not how technically amazing it is, or the realism of the storyline (seeming as this is not set now it is still realistic), it is just the pure fun of playing it. I love playing through the story because it just is fun to see what happens next, and the fact that this is possible to happen (though more dulled down) also (for me) is good. I also love the fun of playing multiplayer either competitively, or just messing around with my friends. Fun is what I look for, seems you guys just want to play a game, decide you hate it, tell other people not buy it and enforce your opinion, then play it some more so you can become top of your friends. If you want some fun and a pretty good storyline, this game is great. Though I would buy it at a cheaper price, I got this with 25% off. Besides I disagree with hype around games that are expensive, just buy them after a couple of months or so and they wil become cheaper.    … Expand
  16. madhopper
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    How can anyone rate games at 100 or 0 these days!? 100 means it can't be improved, and 0 pretty much means, "I don't play this type of game and have no idea how much effort it takes to make something like this, so I can't be bothered to play before I review"

    MW3 is a great game in many respects, they stuck to their winning formula throwing. It's called "business". How's sticking to a    How can anyone rate games at 100 or 0 these days!? 100 means it can't be improved, and 0 pretty much means, "I don't play this type of game and have no idea how much effort it takes to make something like this, so I can't be bothered to play before I review"

    MW3 is a great game in many respects, they stuck to their winning formula throwing. It's called "business". How's sticking to a winning formula any different to EA's sports Franchise? FIFA 2010, 2011, 2012 etc. Same old stuff, different year!!!

    I'm not at all surprised that a majority of the 0 user scores have come directly from EA employees. I know who you are! I used to to work there and used to this dirty work for them. You lot should be ashamed!!!    … Expand
  17. Adam7651
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    I don't get what all the hate is on the game! it's amazing yeah it has its problems no game is 100% perfect Multi player is addictive, spec ops is well amazing and im sure you can guess what the single player is, yup, amazing although the flaws are pretty much with the single player its not as bad as the sub par BF3 single player and don't get me wrong BF3 was beautiful but this game is aI don't get what all the hate is on the game! it's amazing yeah it has its problems no game is 100% perfect Multi player is addictive, spec ops is well amazing and im sure you can guess what the single player is, yup, amazing although the flaws are pretty much with the single player its not as bad as the sub par BF3 single player and don't get me wrong BF3 was beautiful but this game is a must buy.… Expand
  18. 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
  19. norussia95
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    The games is awesome, even old engine looks pretty nice, only with multiple i was disappointed but its no matter because... just buy it and play it! and BF3 fans stop please trolling!
  20. Zexis
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    I am absolutely baffled by the user scores Modern Warfare 3 has been receiving. I have to and will assume that many of the negative reviewers here also gave Battlefield 3 a perfect 10. Are you all bitter that MW3 is dominating in sales? Geez, get over it. For whatever reason, Call of Duty is simply the franchise people love to hate. It's as if it's hip to spit on the franchise and to rootI am absolutely baffled by the user scores Modern Warfare 3 has been receiving. I have to and will assume that many of the negative reviewers here also gave Battlefield 3 a perfect 10. Are you all bitter that MW3 is dominating in sales? Geez, get over it. For whatever reason, Call of Duty is simply the franchise people love to hate. It's as if it's hip to spit on the franchise and to root for the underdog, Battlefield 3. For the rest of you who complain that MW3 is too much like MW2, well, what's wrong with that? You aren't supposed to base a review based on how a game stacks up against others, you look at it for it's individual worth. The reason Call of Duty is so successful, that so many critics give it perfect or near-perfect reviews, is because the games are AWESOME, and MW3 is no exception. I'm having terrific fun with MW3, and I shake my head at all who scorn the game for some childish or trivial reason.… Expand
  21. pazzatron
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Do not listen to these 'negative review bombers'.Unlike most of them i have actually played the game and it is fantastic fun.What is wrong with these strange people who cling on to their personnel franchise or genre of game and defend them against all others like some favourite football team?Gamers are spoilt! and should show a bit more respect for the hundreds of innovative,intelligentDo not listen to these 'negative review bombers'.Unlike most of them i have actually played the game and it is fantastic fun.What is wrong with these strange people who cling on to their personnel franchise or genre of game and defend them against all others like some favourite football team?Gamers are spoilt! and should show a bit more respect for the hundreds of innovative,intelligent and hard working people who make these games.… Expand
  22. marcobrolo
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    To sum my thoughts up about this game, "if it ain't broke, then don't fix it"
    That's exactly what Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games. Take the same game winning formula that MW2 had, improve some aspects, tweak a few things here and there, and boom, you've got a game that will surely win people over. Sure, there are a lot of things they could have changed, but if they had then people    To sum my thoughts up about this game, "if it ain't broke, then don't fix it"
    That's exactly what Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games. Take the same game winning formula that MW2 had, improve some aspects, tweak a few things here and there, and boom, you've got a game that will surely win people over. Sure, there are a lot of things they could have changed, but if they had then people would still be writing negative reviews, just over that they had made too many changes.    … Expand
  23. DoTheBender
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    It's a sad thing that Battlefield fans call themselves the mature fans, but here they are reviewing a game they haven't even played yet simply for the hate. It doesn't matter, sales records will be shattered and these people can't do a single thing to stop it. It's a sad thing when people believe the things they like are much more superior to the things others like. Modern Warfare 3 is anIt's a sad thing that Battlefield fans call themselves the mature fans, but here they are reviewing a game they haven't even played yet simply for the hate. It doesn't matter, sales records will be shattered and these people can't do a single thing to stop it. It's a sad thing when people believe the things they like are much more superior to the things others like. Modern Warfare 3 is an upgrade to the previous versions, yes it plays the same with the same style of play, but so does the Battlefield series. People are so ignorant that they bash a game and then become oblivious to the game they follow that does the exact same things. It's people like this that give gamers a bad reputation on the eyes of others. The campaign is great and although it repeats similar scenes as seen in the previous games, it is still great to play through it. The visuals have been upgraded slightly from the previous generations and everything looks great. The sound effects have not received a similar upgrade and the it doesn't sound as great when compared to sound effects of other games, but it's no big deal. Although most people buy the game for the multiplayer, no oone can skip out on this. It's a great campaign that continues the story line that was established by its two previous predecessors. The campaign is where the true action is at. The multiplayer menus bring back a reminiscent feeling of the first Modern Warfare in which slightly the same. There have been a few multiplayer modes added to the already large variety of playlists. The action is quick and fun and the new additions of killstreaks and team streaks add a lot more strategic value to the game. The game automatically becomes a lot more fun when you establish a team with friends and you tackle the challenges of multiplayers in a much more coordinates manner. Modern Warfare 3 is a great sequel with new additions, tweaks, multiplayer changes, and a great campaign it is worth the buy.… Expand
  24. objectivedude
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Been playing for a couple of hours and had to take a break. This is without question, the best game of the COD series. The graphics are improved, the story line is engaging, the fighting is fierce but weapon selection control is intuitive for anyone who's played any of the last 3 MW iterations. When I'm playing a game, I expect to be immersed to such an extent that I forget about the realBeen playing for a couple of hours and had to take a break. This is without question, the best game of the COD series. The graphics are improved, the story line is engaging, the fighting is fierce but weapon selection control is intuitive for anyone who's played any of the last 3 MW iterations. When I'm playing a game, I expect to be immersed to such an extent that I forget about the real world, and MW3 delivers.
    The trolling of the user reviews for this game really disappoints me. There is no way, no way in hell, this game deserves anything less than a 7.5 from even the most jaded of gamers. When I read the early user reviews it was obvious the BF3 trolls were out in force. But the extent to which they have overwhelmed it made me wonder if perhaps Metacritic might try to filter the fanboys and retain some shadow of dignity. The professional reviewers inflate ratings, and no one questions this. When your livelihood depends on ad revenue and freebies from the ever-shrinking number of studios, who could really criticize them? That having been said, Metacritic has had the honorable position of hedging the professional reviewers with user reviews, and it made for the best (though certainly imperfect) way to judge a game one was unfamiliar with. Of course, MW is the biggest game franchise in history, so no one is really unfamiliar with it. Nonetheless, I wondered if Metacritic might take action to retain some semblance of objectivity. Then I realized Metacritic was owned by News Corp, which has a 5% stake in EA.com. Oh well. Something will come along to replace it i guess. BTW, I love BF3, glitches and all.    … Expand
  25. Aya
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    This is still the best shooter around and this time it feels more like the adrenaline that came with MW2 and Infinity ward's greatness. I don't understand all the haters out there. The multiplayer can be difficult against a clan, but at least you're not getting poned every two seconds like in Battlefield and the campaign isn't a linear amateur hour sh*tshow.
  26. Jcritt31
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I watched videos of gameplay before i got the game, and i was scared it was gonna be exactly like MW2. then i saw the user reviews on here and saw that most were hating on this game. then i bought it and played the multiplayer. I immediately got addicted. sure, it is not an amazing game, but it is pretty good. in some ways, yeah its like mw2, but thats how it should be. but in its own wayI watched videos of gameplay before i got the game, and i was scared it was gonna be exactly like MW2. then i saw the user reviews on here and saw that most were hating on this game. then i bought it and played the multiplayer. I immediately got addicted. sure, it is not an amazing game, but it is pretty good. in some ways, yeah its like mw2, but thats how it should be. but in its own way MW3 is its own game. I like it alot and intend to play it alot.… Expand
  27. Ischie
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I pre-ordered the game. Traded in my xbox copy of Dark Souls for it at gamestop. Before going to pick up the game I read two pages of user reviews on metacritic. This was going to be my first Call of Duty game and with an overwhelming number
    of negative reviews I wasn't sure if I should get the game or not. From the user reviews here on metacritic, I gathered that people were disappointed    I pre-ordered the game. Traded in my xbox copy of Dark Souls for it at gamestop. Before going to pick up the game I read two pages of user reviews on metacritic. This was going to be my first Call of Duty game and with an overwhelming number
    of negative reviews I wasn't sure if I should get the game or not. From the user reviews here on metacritic, I gathered that people were disappointed because the game looked and played too much like previous games. No one criticized
    previous Call of Duty games for being poor. So, as a first timer to the series, I picked up
    my pre-ordered copy. To me the graphics look great! They don't look dated. And the gameplay is super fun.
    Played multiplayer and spec-ops survival with roommate for hours. I can confidently recommend the game to new comers to the series, specially those who love the fast gameplay of Halo but
    want more depth to their guns and gameplay strategies. The game really does not deserve a 2.5 user score. It deserves a 9 in my opinion. One less than 10 because there's always room for improvement.

    I hope the next Call of Duty game is significantly different from this one otherwise I may feel the way owners of previous Call of Duty games are feeling now. But for new comers, this game's multiplayer is amazing the same way Halo reach's was amazing!

    A definate 9/10 to the multiplayer. Haven't played the single player yet.    … Expand
  28. DecaturStaley
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I have to say that there is something severely wrong with some of these reviews... a zero!!! Wow, how do you give a game a zero. Also, how can you write a review on a game you have not played nor will you ever play. Just goes to show that there are a lot of Call of Duty haters out there. I am not saying this is the greatest or most realistic shooter game of all time. If I wanted aI have to say that there is something severely wrong with some of these reviews... a zero!!! Wow, how do you give a game a zero. Also, how can you write a review on a game you have not played nor will you ever play. Just goes to show that there are a lot of Call of Duty haters out there. I am not saying this is the greatest or most realistic shooter game of all time. If I wanted a realistic shooter game I'd go back to playing Rainbow Six or Ghost Recon. However I like to have a fast paced shooter game with short load times, which MW3 has. I'd say graphics wise Battlefield wins that category, but the amount of options within multiplayer are better on MW3. No game ever deserves a zero.… Expand
  29. idiotsbreeding
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    0???? You fanboys are pathetic. I don't think that there has ever been a game that deserved a 0. If Battlefield 3 is so great then why are you not playing the game instead of sitting on here giving a great game a 0? This game is awesome and just plain fun to play. Battlefield 3 is a completely DIFFERENT game. I don't even understand why these two games are being compared. Modern Warfare 30???? You fanboys are pathetic. I don't think that there has ever been a game that deserved a 0. If Battlefield 3 is so great then why are you not playing the game instead of sitting on here giving a great game a 0? This game is awesome and just plain fun to play. Battlefield 3 is a completely DIFFERENT game. I don't even understand why these two games are being compared. Modern Warfare 3 is fun which is the most important thing in my opinion. Is EA paying you guys to sit here and write bad reviews? Are you the same people who bought Madden over and over for years without any improvements? What exactly are you guys fighting for? A greedy corporation? Pathetic! Super Mario Brothers has looked the same for what 20 years? I think they are using the same engine! Do you guys even know what that means? Yet Super Mario is still fun to play which is all that matters to me. Get a life idiots!… Expand
  30. Music_Live
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    All the same great stuff tweaked and updated. I love it. Smoothest multiplayer yet and the survival mode rocks. Thanks for a great game. Would recommend this to a friend. Play on.
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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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