Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.5

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  1. Kotorfanq
    Nov 22, 2011
    7
    CoD is a good game and this is coming from someone who was not blown away by the series but was interested in the games and I overall had a good time. Yes I admit that MW3 does not change that much nor does it bring many new things to the table but honestly the people who hate it now would hate the game if it changed completely anyways. Now how many of you would play Uncharted 3 if itCoD is a good game and this is coming from someone who was not blown away by the series but was interested in the games and I overall had a good time. Yes I admit that MW3 does not change that much nor does it bring many new things to the table but honestly the people who hate it now would hate the game if it changed completely anyways. Now how many of you would play Uncharted 3 if it changed the whole single player or BF3 if its MP was completely different and no Im not saying that their should be no improvements but look at Dragon Age 2 fans DESPISED that game in every single way and with such a large fanbase as CoD reinventing it's image would make fans hate it and it would sell no copies. Yes MW3 had a few problems like the graphics should have been updated and it could have changed a few things but who cares about graphics anyways!! If you don't like CoD then just don't post a review and play the games you like instead of wasting the time of people who just want a honest Truthful review about the game. To anyone confused if you are interested in the game but are not sure if it is good here are a few tips. If you don't have ONLINE don't get this game, you will get bored of it quickly and to people who are more of a singleplayer kind of person you most likely will also be disappointed by the game. MP fans of the FPS genre will like this game most likely and once you get into the MP it is very fun. Graphics are a bit of a disappointment but honestly for ANY gamer they should not be that big of a deal. In the end it is all up to you if you like the game.… Expand
  2. notownkiller559
    Nov 22, 2011
    0
    Man was this game crap. I cant believe i payed 100 bucks for this **** Its on sale ill get rid of it for anything. the campaign wasnt even worth it shorter then usual. man can they just stop making these. either way just my opionion there are alot better games to play like skyrim and revelations plus new counter strike coming out.
  3. Jaeger74
    Nov 22, 2011
    6
    To say that MW3 is more of the same is correct to an extent, the main thing is that it goes both ways. Why fix what isn't broken and conversely why are the same mistakes being made? MW3 is an easy to pick up game that encourages fast game play and gives a positive reinforcement to continue playing with the way the leveling system works. However the idea of rewarding players who get killsTo say that MW3 is more of the same is correct to an extent, the main thing is that it goes both ways. Why fix what isn't broken and conversely why are the same mistakes being made? MW3 is an easy to pick up game that encourages fast game play and gives a positive reinforcement to continue playing with the way the leveling system works. However the idea of rewarding players who get kills is ludicrous outside of adding points to the score board. IW and Sledgehammer openly admitted that their reward system was designed around the high kills low death players for previous games, so why is that system still implemented into the game? Even if someone is running a Support package the other team is spammed Stealth Bombers and EMPs giving negative reinforcement to even bother continuing the game. Initially I liked the idea of the new game modes Kill Confirmed and Team Defender but I quickly noticed that Kill Confirmed still has too many campers and Team Defender seems to suffer from people spamming the Riot Shield Juggernaut making getting the flag near impossible. How is it that the original issues still exist and new ones are made? It's become obvious that the CoD series is nothing more than a cash grab to Activision, no real advancements were made and only one or two things were added to the overall experience. But it's not enough to keep the series alive for any longer. Hopefully the creators of Black Ops (Treyarch) can take what they did with Black Ops (simply adding total player customization) and add to the CoD series instead of rehashing the same thing, because it's clear IW and Sledgehammer have no clue where to take Call of Duty.… Expand
  4. 96gamemaster
    Nov 22, 2011
    10
    If you have not played a call of duty, this is the perfect call of duty for you. It has new multiplayer modes, weapons, perks, attachments, campaign, and also a SURVIVAL MODE!!! its the perfect game for hardcore gamers, but if you are a beginer you will die in multiplayer easy
  5. HalluMihar
    Nov 22, 2011
    10
    This game is great BUT

    -need to fix spawning system
    -need to fix the problem when it says "4 bar connection" even though it feels like 1 bar.
    -teleporting lag
    -Getting shot after you turn the corner as if the bullets magically hit you.
  6. Trickyeddy9
    Nov 23, 2011
    6
    Well its what you except the graphics are the same the mulitiplayer is way better than modern warfare 2 its probably the best cod mulitiplayer! And the campaign was dumb and super short as usual but what ever spec ops is boring again except survival mode that's pretty fun but doesn't come close to black ops zombies or world at war zombies. buts pretty much modern warfare 2.5 with someWell its what you except the graphics are the same the mulitiplayer is way better than modern warfare 2 its probably the best cod mulitiplayer! And the campaign was dumb and super short as usual but what ever spec ops is boring again except survival mode that's pretty fun but doesn't come close to black ops zombies or world at war zombies. buts pretty much modern warfare 2.5 with some patches so its not worth a buy unless your a die hard fan. but i got it any way! because its a new cod! lol… Expand
  7. melonfarmer
    Nov 22, 2011
    8
    There are many Call Of Duty Fanboy's giving this game 10's. There are even more Battlefield Fanboy's giving this game a 0 or a 1. There are VERY few reviews actually containing honest information. With that being said, I'm going to recommend you don't read any perfect 10 reviews and don't read any reviews under 5. I am going to try to be as honest as possible with my review. First, I'dThere are many Call Of Duty Fanboy's giving this game 10's. There are even more Battlefield Fanboy's giving this game a 0 or a 1. There are VERY few reviews actually containing honest information. With that being said, I'm going to recommend you don't read any perfect 10 reviews and don't read any reviews under 5. I am going to try to be as honest as possible with my review. First, I'd like to say that Modern Warfare 3 is a VERY DECENT GAME. Although it is probably the least innovative game of the year, the formula that Call of Duty brings in every game is always extremely addictive and, to the anger of Battlefield fan's as they read this, very fun. As a fairly neutral gamer, I like to think of the Call of Duty series as a sports game, kind of like Madden or NBA Live. This is because Call of Duty releases on an annual basis, so you honestly cannot expect a COD4 like game every year. Just like sport's games update their rosters and add slight tweaks, COD adds new gun's and tweaks its formula a bit every year and I would just like to say: THIS ISN'T A BAD THING, COD IS STILL VERY FUN. That is what I have to say. If you are a hardcore gamer, get this game. If you are a casual gamer and you have money to spare, get this game. The Call of Duty franchise is number 1 in sales every year for a reason, although it is not innovative or very creative for that matter, it is fun and addictive and get's gamers to waste day's of their lives playing it. On a closing note, I would also like to ask my fellow reviewers to be a little more mature and a little more professional in there reviews and not flame on a game for outselling their favorite game.… Expand
  8. ScorpioBlade94
    Nov 23, 2011
    0
    I was looking forward to this until... I saw the trailer & EVERYTHING LOOKED THE SAME! INFINITY WARD & TREYARCH ARE SO LAZY!!! LOOK AT HALO & EVEN ZELDA & MARIO!
  9. Danteasdfgh
    Nov 23, 2011
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have played the entire camping by now and I got to say it is a medium good just because it's for my taste too short, the use a improve version the same engine used in MW2 so yes, I'm disappointed that they didn't improve the history, I like playing online but this shouldn't be the only reason why they pull this disaster out, the multilayer has improve and I'm giving that to COD, the sound, come on this doesn't sound real at all, a little improvement in that would be nice. But why they don't just launch the game as the older battlefield series without the trouble of camping, so let just finish with this with a small summary:

    Camping 2
    Multilayer 7
    Graphics 7
    Sound 0 just because didn't improve at all.

    so that is how I see things.    … Expand
  10. kaiokan12
    Nov 23, 2011
    8
    This game is pretty good. If this was the 5 scale, I would give it a 4 out of 5 stars. This game doesn't really have flaws, for the type of genre its in(realistic shooter) However, I just don't feel comfortable with giving a game that really is a carbon copy a 9 or a 10.

    Its enjoyable, and if you like the others in the series, you should get this game. I would recommend for you to    This game is pretty good. If this was the 5 scale, I would give it a 4 out of 5 stars. This game doesn't really have flaws, for the type of genre its in(realistic shooter) However, I just don't feel comfortable with giving a game that really is a carbon copy a 9 or a 10.

    Its enjoyable, and if you like the others in the series, you should get this game. I would recommend for you to wait until the price goes down, because you really are just getting a large map pack(you aren't buying it for the story)    … Expand
  11. Manbearpig34
    Nov 24, 2011
    5
    I have played every CoD video game since the first. Once call of duty 4 came out it was a complete game changer, but since then, not much else has changed. Modern Warfare 3 promised so much and barley lived up to it at all. Starting off with the Single player, it felt extremely lacking of a solid story or even relevance to the game, some may disagree with me on that point but in my opinionI have played every CoD video game since the first. Once call of duty 4 came out it was a complete game changer, but since then, not much else has changed. Modern Warfare 3 promised so much and barley lived up to it at all. Starting off with the Single player, it felt extremely lacking of a solid story or even relevance to the game, some may disagree with me on that point but in my opinion it didn't live up to the current day first person shooter campaigns. If you take a game like Modern warfare 3 and compare it to other first person shooters like Deus Ex: Human Revolution, Battlefield 3, Rage and Resistance 3 the campaign just doest do the game justice. Now on to the Spec Ops. Yes it is a great addition to the game, it is basically the game mode that makes up for no cooperative campaign. I find some of these fun but on the other hand i feel that they were something that activation just threw in due to lack of creativity. It was new and innovative in MW2 but i found it rather old in MW3. They were just boring and didn't really add much to the game unless your trying to get all of the achievements/trophies in the game. Now onto the point that most people get the game for, multiplayer. Yes the multiplayer is fun and addicting but theres nothing really new to the multiplayer. The multiplayer feels rather lacking of the main point, but people will keep buying this game no matter how much they change or add to the game. Its just the same every year, just like the Madden series, i just can't justify people buying a new Call of Duty game every November. Maybe if they just took a break and released a game every 2 or so years they would actually have time to make it a fun and worthwhile game. With modern warfare 3 i felt that you were just buying a new map pack and some new guns. Overall i think this game really disappointed and didn't live up to the hype just as its predecessors have done. But it is another game and fun to a certain point, I am not bashing this game in any way shape or form, just giving my honest review. This game is just rather simple and bland. I can't see it living up to other modern games released this winter. Hope this review helped!!… Expand
  12. GradGamer
    Nov 26, 2011
    7
    This game really doesn't deserve as much hate as it receives. Most people who submitted scores probably were Battlefield fanboys who have nothing better to do with their lives, but I'll give my opinion. Despite a few new additions to the formula, this is generally the same game that we've been playing since Call of Duty 4. This in itself can be a good and a bad thing. It is bad becauseThis game really doesn't deserve as much hate as it receives. Most people who submitted scores probably were Battlefield fanboys who have nothing better to do with their lives, but I'll give my opinion. Despite a few new additions to the formula, this is generally the same game that we've been playing since Call of Duty 4. This in itself can be a good and a bad thing. It is bad because it's not really anything unique or different, but then again, it doesn't really need to be. Pokemon, Zelda, Mario, and sports games have been doing the same thing for years, and still put out fun and great titles. The same goes for Call of Duty; while not being anything original, it's still damn fun and addictive. Also, look at it a bit more realistically. It's obviously more financially reasonable for Infinity Ward to release an addition to the series that doesn't take much work to make. It may not seem "just" or "right," but it's smart. These are business executives, and they're all about the dollar, and hey, I'm not complaining too much, the games still amazingly fun. Sure there are still those frustrating moments when nothing is going right, you can't get a kill, and the game lags up on you and you get killed behind the corner, but these little shortcomings are far outweighed by the fantastic structure and addictive gameplay, and now with the addition of the strike packages, everyone can succeed. Support Packages are perfect for beginning players that need a bit of aid in their early efforts at becoming an expert. Assault Packages are the same awesome killstreaks from previous games, with some new editions, like the Assault Drone, Reaper, and Osprey Gunner. And last, my personal favorite, is the Specialist Package, which is for the expert players that can go on long steaks without dying. Getting the All Perks Bonus is one of the best feelings you can get when playing a game, given that you become a near invincible beast until you die. To me, most of the new maps are awesome, being headlined by Dome, Village, and Mission; however, maps like Bakaara, Seatown, and Fallen just strike me as uninspired, boring, and most of all frustrating. Last of all, the guns in the game are pretty great; however, I feel as if they added too many shotguns, where they should have focused a bit more on Submachine Guns, given that most of the maps seem more geared toward them. The PP90M1 and the Type 95 are beastly weapons that I never get tired of using. Unfortunately, sniping from Modern Warfare 3 has stayed with MW2 style rather than the more balanced and difficult Black Ops sniping. I wouldn't be surprised to see more and more people quick-scoping within the next few months. The final big addition to the game is how you can level up weapons. I think this was a marvelous addition to the game, and helped to improve your game with weapon proficiencies. Overall, the proficiencies were a nice addition, but I never found myself straying away from Kick, Range, or Attachments seeing that those were the most useful. Modern Warfare 3 is a great game, and will probably keep me and others playing for many months to come. Sure it's strikingly similar to previous titles, but as the saying goes: "If it ain't broke, don't fix it."… Expand
  13. Blong5664
    Nov 28, 2011
    8
    Pros: Still the best FPS multiplayer Best controls Great storyline
    Cons:
    Quick scoping (I spent 12 years in the Marine Corps and there is no way you can do that with a 50 caliber sniper rifle after ever shot you are on your ass from the recoil)
    Game is to short
  14. dewacokid
    Nov 28, 2011
    9
    Modern Warfare 3 isn't trying to reinvent the wheel. It's trying to put that wheel on a brand new Porsche. And slap a rocket launcher on top of it. And give it the ability to kick more ass than Chuck Norris on a bad day. It being the 3rd game of action gaming bliss...how and why should it change what it does best? Mereley for the sake of change? I say "Bah!" If I want a slow ploddingModern Warfare 3 isn't trying to reinvent the wheel. It's trying to put that wheel on a brand new Porsche. And slap a rocket launcher on top of it. And give it the ability to kick more ass than Chuck Norris on a bad day. It being the 3rd game of action gaming bliss...how and why should it change what it does best? Mereley for the sake of change? I say "Bah!" If I want a slow plodding multiplayer with a shoddy single player experience I will go somewhere else......I'll stay with MW3 for the rollercoaster ride and the top quality multiplayer.… Expand
  15. KingBishop9
    Nov 29, 2011
    0
    Not worth the hassle. It's like they tried to put a game in a game that was never meant to have set game, you know? It doesn't belong in the Call of Duty franchise and it should never have had the number 3 in it, because it is a fake game.
  16. thedude74
    Nov 30, 2011
    8
    I feel compelled to write a review for this because of the ridiculously low score it has so far. I'm not a COD fanboy. I hated some of the just-for-shocks stuff they did in the last modern warfare, and in general i find the whole series over-rated. That said, I did think the first modern warfare had an awesome single-player campaign, the second modern warfare's co-op special ops were aI feel compelled to write a review for this because of the ridiculously low score it has so far. I'm not a COD fanboy. I hated some of the just-for-shocks stuff they did in the last modern warfare, and in general i find the whole series over-rated. That said, I did think the first modern warfare had an awesome single-player campaign, the second modern warfare's co-op special ops were a ton of fun, and the Black Ops' multiplayer was actually really good. I have to admit also, that the first night i played MW3 I wanted to throw the game into the trash, so I can understand a few of the low reviews. The way the multi-player is set up, it is crazy frustrating for the new player coming in, trying to learn the new maps, and with no good weapons to use yet. This one, more than any of the others, I was crazy frustrated during the first few hours. However, once you learn the levels and open up some weapons, it is fun. And, even more fun so far for me, has been the new two player co-op survival mode. Have been having a blast. I wish it was 4 or 5 player co-op like other horde modes, but playing it with a good friend is fantastic fun. The special ops missions outside of survival mode dont seem as good as MW2, but they are fun. I have spent so much time playing survival so far, that I haven't even started the single player campaign yet, but I've enjoyed the rest of the game enough now to know that it deserves much better than what it is getting here, so I wanted to hurry and get a review up. Based on the fun I've had with survival mode, special ops, and even the regular multiplayer, I definitely don't think this game is a bust. Basically, if you are tired of COD, then there's no reason to buy it. But, if you still enjoy the series, and have a good buddy to play co-op with, I think it is definitely worth getting.… Expand
  17. Whydoyouhate
    Nov 30, 2011
    8
    Don't listen to all the people that came from Battlefield 3 and wrote a rage review cause MW3 was ranked higher by critics. And I like Battlefield 3 too so STFU.

    The real **** MW3 is similar to MW2 yes. You know why? Because MW2 was rated the best game by the community. If you made the best thing ever invented. And you planned on making something else. You would try to keep the basics    Don't listen to all the people that came from Battlefield 3 and wrote a rage review cause MW3 was ranked higher by critics. And I like Battlefield 3 too so STFU.

    The real ****
    MW3 is similar to MW2 yes. You know why? Because MW2 was rated the best game by the community. If you made the best thing ever invented. And you planned on making something else. You would try to keep the basics that you had from your first invention. Thats what MW3 did. The new point system and weapon rank ups and proficiency add a fresh new experience to what MW2 already had going for it. However this is not a fanboy review so here are some things wrong with MW3. The spawns are way to close, I plan on this being fixed in a few updates or so. Another thing is that one gun in particular (Type 95) that is overpowered. But all of the little problems in this game can be fixed. And there not gamebreaking issues. A new company worked on MW3's multiplayer so it is expected that they make some simple mistakes. But if you liked MW2 and want a fresh new game. Then get MW3. and you Battlefield fans can hate all you want. While your here writing fake reviews. Ill be playing in-game    … Expand
  18. Macintrash64
    Nov 30, 2011
    9
    I've never bothered to waste my time writing a Metacritic review due to the fact that no one will probably ever read this, but because of all the negative user reviews, I thought I'd share my opinions. The fact of the matter is, Modern Warfare 3 is the nicest playing aim down the sights FPS. It reeks of polish, and the multiplayer isn't a carbon copy of MW2 or Black Ops.

    I did, however,    I've never bothered to waste my time writing a Metacritic review due to the fact that no one will probably ever read this, but because of all the negative user reviews, I thought I'd share my opinions. The fact of the matter is, Modern Warfare 3 is the nicest playing aim down the sights FPS. It reeks of polish, and the multiplayer isn't a carbon copy of MW2 or Black Ops.

    I did, however, have times both in the campaign as well as the multiplayer that felt a little too familiar to the past entries in the series. But if you enjoyed those games, you'll have a good time with this one.

    And people have to stop hating on the franchise so much. Yeah, it's still COD but have you seen any other FPS franchise change up it's routine in recent memory? Battlefield 3 is great, I know because I also own it, but it's multiplayer feels like a step back in comparison with Bad Company 2 (due to lack of destructibility mostly).

    Stop hating on the franchise, and be glad that a game in this industry can become so popular. I'd love to see Bioshock be the game that pushes game sales and gets on every news station, but you should blame the people who never give these types of games a chance, not the games that have achieved such phenomenal success. The point I'm trying to make is that MW3 is actually a quality game with a smooth frame-rate, competent campaign, and a multiplayer/co-op mode that gives the game a sense of longevity. That's why I'm giving it a 9, the score I think the game deserves and hope that you kids hating on the franchise will grow up and at the very least give out some real criticisms next time.    … Expand
  19. norcalnewbie
    Dec 1, 2011
    1
    The game has great graphics. The main gameplay of this game is the multiplayer. At this point in time the online play in broken. LAG compensation killed the game. It punishes people with good connection. Its pretty rediculus how you can put a ton of hit markers on a person and still get killed. When you walk around the corner and you get shot dead before seeing the person is anotherThe game has great graphics. The main gameplay of this game is the multiplayer. At this point in time the online play in broken. LAG compensation killed the game. It punishes people with good connection. Its pretty rediculus how you can put a ton of hit markers on a person and still get killed. When you walk around the corner and you get shot dead before seeing the person is another problem caused by lag compensation. I will revise my score once all bugs are fixed. But since the online game is unplayable I will be playing skyrim and forza 4 until then. This has to be the worst online play in any of the COD series.… Expand
  20. ringdrossel
    Dec 9, 2011
    1
    I played also nearly all COD games. There is one thing that gets worse and worse in multiplayer: Lag compensation. Never experienced this in another game:You will get killed for having a better connection because the engine estimates that another player having a worse connection then you has only to hit once and you have to hit 3x to land a kill. Also getting shot behind walls is prettyI played also nearly all COD games. There is one thing that gets worse and worse in multiplayer: Lag compensation. Never experienced this in another game:You will get killed for having a better connection because the engine estimates that another player having a worse connection then you has only to hit once and you have to hit 3x to land a kill. Also getting shot behind walls is pretty popular. This "feature" also enables bad things like lag switches promoting cheating to a whole new level. Just google it. This really sucks big time. No other COD had this big a problem with lag compensation. Good features introduced by Treyarch were simply undone: like flagpoints getting transparent when you aim behind it. Where are the contracts? Bad matchmaking. One who starts at level 1 directly plays against prestige level 4-5. Great fun. Also all explosives were reduced so drastically that grenades become more of joke. It lands directly besides your enemy but doesn't kill him. How realistic is that?

    The map design has already been explained by others. I will simply say that they really doesn't weight up against the Black Ops maps. The other stuff really looks like mw2: No big improvement here. The SP had more wow moments in MW2. Quickly played and quickly finished. No innovation here.    … Expand
  21. gooeycard
    Dec 20, 2011
    7
    Activison, Infinity Ward and sledgehammer were just money hungry and created a game with its ups and downs. It has its flaws and the graphics look the same as mw2 but on the positive side at least they killed of makarov
  22. TheRelax
    Dec 23, 2011
    0
    Failed to deliver great new maps (compared to MW2), fluid controls (compared to Black Ops) or exciting new gameplay. Shotguns failed big time and so did survival mode. They don't even care about cleaning Xbox360 leaderboards from all the hackers. Quite possibly the last CoD from IW/SH I will buy.
  23. lalo12
    Dec 24, 2011
    1
    I have played all the COD games ,every single game had "something" that kept me interested but mw3 its a real joke to the franchise and i think it must be retired of the market , yesterday i was playing mw3 and i got bored so i started to play mw4, and except for the grafics, its the same!!!! this is the probably the worst game ever made by sledgehammer games
  24. ultimategamer69
    Mar 6, 2012
    0
    Same 'ol garbage game. Yes this is MW 2.5. This could've been offered as dlc. IW just rehased MW2 and made it more noob friendly. Being more of a hardcore gamer myself I was really disappointed this time around. The multiplayer is trash and here is why. The spawn system is atrocious. The lag compensation is ridiculous. The weapons are very unbalanced. IW had a chance to get this one rightSame 'ol garbage game. Yes this is MW 2.5. This could've been offered as dlc. IW just rehased MW2 and made it more noob friendly. Being more of a hardcore gamer myself I was really disappointed this time around. The multiplayer is trash and here is why. The spawn system is atrocious. The lag compensation is ridiculous. The weapons are very unbalanced. IW had a chance to get this one right and they failed miserably. Campaign and spec ops is pretty much identical to mw2. I was really hyped about this game, but after playing mp for about an hour I realized it was the same 'ol trash. Don't waste your money. Go play outside. You'll have a much better time.… Expand
  25. Ike0009
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    The game is GREAT!!! Haters gonna hate, always!!! The campaign is solid, with a great story and very fun to play.
    The multiplayer is the best of all COD games, and so much better than BF3 mp.

    I recommend this game 1.000.000.000%
  26. OkIKnow
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Great game!

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

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

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

    Also, to be relevant, this game is very fun, just like the other two. Endless hours of fun to be had online! The campaign is good for two or three plays.    … Expand
  27. Iconindy
    Nov 8, 2011
    7
    Disappointing in its resemblance to the previous installment, but stellar due to its impressive frame rate and eventful plot. You will immediately recognize that little went into transitioning to Modern Warfare
    3, but also stand (or sit, rather) in awe of its delightful conclusion.
  28. Tylerhan2000
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Horrible overrated game. Don't waste your money this time around, same game, butt-hurt story line, boring stuff. The Engine is noticeable, with no graphical updates from MW2 or even MW
  29. Flytch
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    I purchased this game with an open mind. Willing to forgive the previous two debacles if they could only retain what made COD 4 great. Regrettably this failed. The same engine as four years ago, the same formulaic OTT campaign and the same twitch shooting that rewards caffeine fueled twelve year olds and punishes anyone trying to play as a team.

    Spend your money on something else.
  30. 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
  31. AlandisN
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Don't believe these haters. They're judging the game in relation to other CoD games. The game ITSELF is STILL AMAZING, hence why the critical review is staying golden. It is a lot like CoD4 and MW2, but that's a GOOD thing because those games were EXCELLENT. If it isn't broke, don't fix it. The new play styles are fun, but the core tdm experience is competitive and enjoyable. Less glitchyDon't believe these haters. They're judging the game in relation to other CoD games. The game ITSELF is STILL AMAZING, hence why the critical review is staying golden. It is a lot like CoD4 and MW2, but that's a GOOD thing because those games were EXCELLENT. If it isn't broke, don't fix it. The new play styles are fun, but the core tdm experience is competitive and enjoyable. Less glitchy than MW2 as well. If you enjoyed the other MW's, you'll love this one too.… Expand
  32. 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
  33. nigsylbd
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Absolutely fantastic gaming experience as usual from COD can honestly say I have never not got my moneys worth from a COD game surprised BF3 players can drag them-self away from there 'amazing' to rate a game they haven't played
  34. kiappariellos
    Nov 11, 2011
    1
    il gioco e' ridicolo , dopo tre giorni di gioco e' gia diventato ingiocabile. quasi 750 ore spese sul multiplayer con Black Ops e appena 12 ore con questo. gioco mediocre
  35. WVUnoah
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Ok people calm down. What did you think MW3 was going to be? It is always the same game with new maps and a couple tweaks here and there, with maybe a few multiplayer modes thrown in. I for one never play the single player, I focus only on multiplayer. Yes, I am a Call of Duty fan, but I also own Battlefield 3, so don't call me a Call of Duty only lover. Is it crap we have to pay $60 for aOk people calm down. What did you think MW3 was going to be? It is always the same game with new maps and a couple tweaks here and there, with maybe a few multiplayer modes thrown in. I for one never play the single player, I focus only on multiplayer. Yes, I am a Call of Duty fan, but I also own Battlefield 3, so don't call me a Call of Duty only lover. Is it crap we have to pay $60 for a game that is basically a large map pack? Sure, but I bet all you people posting 0 reviews are going to be the same people night after night playing for hours on end and going to still buy it again next year. They aren't going to change a game that is by far the most popular multiplayer game in the world, and if they did all of you would probably complain about that to. Just enjoy it… Expand
  36. Kozlow2k
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    A step backward in the series honestly. MW2 was better. Co-Op was a nice attempt, but just not enough substance to make it worth while. Multiplayer is also a negative. The new game modes are lame and they took out many of the new ones that made Black Ops at least tolerable. If you want to play a re-hash of MW2 with out any good maps then go ahead.
  37. 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
  38. BowserWowser
    Nov 9, 2011
    2
    Before I'm called a "TROLL" I would like to say I have owned every CoD from #1 on PS2 and liked all of em. I got Battlefield 3 at the Midnight Release played and loved the new engine, got MW3 release day and loved the gameplay when i got used to it, different from Black Ops. I grew up on great tactical shooters like Rainbow Six, Counter Strike,and Operation Flashpoint and Call of DutyBefore I'm called a "TROLL" I would like to say I have owned every CoD from #1 on PS2 and liked all of em. I got Battlefield 3 at the Midnight Release played and loved the new engine, got MW3 release day and loved the gameplay when i got used to it, different from Black Ops. I grew up on great tactical shooters like Rainbow Six, Counter Strike,and Operation Flashpoint and Call of Duty does not have that feel at all, choke points are easy as hell to control and the maps are super linear. The added verticality of the maps, do not change the style of gameplay from other cods. Campaign is meant to blow you away with its over the top Michael Bay action, but in the end the infinite spawning, been there done that story, and anti-climatic ending bring it down. The multiplayer is weak, yet fun and very enjoyable, but guns like the type 95, Scar-L, and ACR added with profiencies, become overpowered and completely unbalanced. The new Killstreaks are a plus, but IMO the maps Downturn, Village, and Arkaden have too much going on with debris to try and force an illusion on having them be non linear. Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer completely screwed over the free range of motion that your used too in MW1+2 and Black Ops, ur constantly getting stuck on Barrels pipes and pillars that stick out from the walls and ground, ending up in death. Graphics and sound are subpar that they cant even be explained and the 60 fps compared to bf3 30 fps doesnt make a difference idk why IW likes to brag about 60fps.

    Gameplay-4- Spec Ops shoould be 4 players, story isnt that much better than BF3, and Mp is always CoD forte.

    Graphics-0- Game looks just like MW2(2007), Crysis 1+2, BF Bad Company 1+2, BF3, all blow this engine out of the water. Physics are terrible, I would atleast expect Grenades to crack plywood in half.

    Sound-1- voice acting is ok, but the MP communication is terrible best to stay in Party Chat, and the gun sounds are terrible just copy and paste or Foley once again BF3 blows it out of the water.

    Lasting appeal-6- the prestiges and Spec Ops are going to keep you well going lol for a while

    Conclusion- Imo as Battlefield is the better game, Call of Duty is just as fun, but the lack of innovation and upgrades are bringing it down, and if Infinity Ward doesn't get rid of the Quake Engine and make a new one then this may be the final CoD worth mentioning, and Activision needs to stop with the yearly releases, or else people are going to get sick and tired. If not then Ghost Recon: Future Soldier, Rainbow Six: Patriots, Halo 4, and Homefront 2 (now made by Crytek) are going to be chipping away at their Profits and along with Battlefield right in the Rear view it does not look good.    … Expand
  39. skyline5gtr
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    This is exactly what happens when a game has a 1 year development cycle. This is a 60 dollar map pack nothing more modern warefare 2.5 that activation is charging 60 bucks for. The only way the developers will actually improve the game is if people stop buying it. Luckily i had a feeling this would happen and tried a friends first, very little new innovation few guns thats it. Literally a map pack
  40. Skyplot
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Best cod ever. Heck best first person shooter ever. Everything works how its suppose to what you get with a refined engine. Not like that bf3 beta people paid 60 bucks for and you cant be on team with youre friends. Single player in mw3 is the most andrenaline packed thrill ride ever. Cod of duty is for people who grew up watching rambo, terminator,etc.. Bf3 is for people who watch band ofBest cod ever. Heck best first person shooter ever. Everything works how its suppose to what you get with a refined engine. Not like that bf3 beta people paid 60 bucks for and you cant be on team with youre friends. Single player in mw3 is the most andrenaline packed thrill ride ever. Cod of duty is for people who grew up watching rambo, terminator,etc.. Bf3 is for people who watch band of brothers. Lol.… Expand
  41. OnlyLiveTwice
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Readers beware: The "zero" ratings you see displayed here are *ALL* spam from the rabid, vocal anti-Call of Duty detractors, hoping only to skew the "user score" here--many of which have not even played the game. Because Metacritic fails to weed out this type of behavior, I'm rating this game a 10 (though it deserves an 8/10) to balance out the spam. Even if this game *was* bad, there'sReaders beware: The "zero" ratings you see displayed here are *ALL* spam from the rabid, vocal anti-Call of Duty detractors, hoping only to skew the "user score" here--many of which have not even played the game. Because Metacritic fails to weed out this type of behavior, I'm rating this game a 10 (though it deserves an 8/10) to balance out the spam. Even if this game *was* bad, there's absolutely NO way it warrants a zero. Use your common sense and ignore said reviews.… Expand
  42. robert42jh
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Great game. it's CoD and wasn't going to change much yet in the end it's your fault for hyping yourself up so much it is fun though. Dont hate
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  43. Oracle420
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    all the haters are merely terrible at the game, and want to jump on the bandwagon. If you actually have good reflexes, the game is amazing... I stomp all over people online and it is a lot of fun.. Just because you have no skill, and cannot get a good score, does not mean the game sucks. BF3 had more problems then MW3 does... with all the glitches, terrible servers, **** attachments likeall the haters are merely terrible at the game, and want to jump on the bandwagon. If you actually have good reflexes, the game is amazing... I stomp all over people online and it is a lot of fun.. Just because you have no skill, and cannot get a good score, does not mean the game sucks. BF3 had more problems then MW3 does... with all the glitches, terrible servers, **** attachments like the flashlight, which blinds you even in a super bright environment, Keep in mind this GOES AGAINST THE LAWS OF PHYSICS! In a bright area, the flashlight would be worthless, and even in a dark one it would not blind you so much... even your own teammates blind you with their flashlights, it is ridiculous.

    BF3 WAS NOT EVEN FINISHED or POLISHED, MW3 is better, and the destruction they run their mouth about is still simple and not used on half of the buildings, reallllllyyyy cooool.    … Expand
  44. taludvan
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    En efecto, es más de lo mismo. Pero, por qué camiar algo que funciona tan bien?. Alguien intentaría cambiar el sabor de un buen jamón?. La fórmula funciona, y aunque los gráficos no son punteros, a cambio conservan los fundamentales 60 fps en este tipo de juego. Nunca entenderé el porEn efecto, es más de lo mismo. Pero, por qué camiar algo que funciona tan bien?. Alguien intentaría cambiar el sabor de un buen jamón?. La fórmula funciona, y aunque los gráficos no son punteros, a cambio conservan los fundamentales 60 fps en este tipo de juego. Nunca entenderé el por qué de tanto hater. Aunque sea un tópico, vive y deja vivir. Tanta historia con el Battlefield 3, como si no se pudiese disfrutar de los dos.… Expand
  45. AkarnisGath
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Yet another mod of CoD4 they are releasing to take money from uninformed players. This game brings *nothing* new, fun or interesting to the industry, it just perpetuates the boring respawnfest that is allowing real innovation to happen. I genuinely played it looking for reasons why it's any different from the last 3 identical titles. I honestly couldn't say I found a thing. Hopefully thisYet another mod of CoD4 they are releasing to take money from uninformed players. This game brings *nothing* new, fun or interesting to the industry, it just perpetuates the boring respawnfest that is allowing real innovation to happen. I genuinely played it looking for reasons why it's any different from the last 3 identical titles. I honestly couldn't say I found a thing. Hopefully this trend blows over so progress can be made int he industry.… Expand
  46. Billyheel
    Mar 21, 2012
    4
    The previous score I had given this game was an 8: This game is uninspired, uneventful, and it feels like "we've done this before." Bad deja vu, a train wreck, and an embarrassing online service that feels stale. The single player campaign is the first in the Modern Warfare series that I didn't find interesting, not even in the slightest. The sound effects of the guns are too similarThe previous score I had given this game was an 8: This game is uninspired, uneventful, and it feels like "we've done this before." Bad deja vu, a train wreck, and an embarrassing online service that feels stale. The single player campaign is the first in the Modern Warfare series that I didn't find interesting, not even in the slightest. The sound effects of the guns are too similar to each other and it feels as if the guns you shoot have no power to them whatsoever. The explosions are either over-the-top, or small and insignificant to the point that it looks and feels cheap. The A.I. is also terrible with either super-human killers or enemies that walk towards you, waiting for you to mow them down. The online service, what COD is known for, is not done well at all this time around. There is no advantage for doing well, the game doesn't reward you accordingly, and the entire community wants to cheat instead of play the game fair. The Spec Ops missions aren't as fun this time around, and they feel rushed. The graphics are touted as better, but this is not the case. The graphics seem to have a grainy filter over them, to give the effect of a "war-hardened" game. This game was rushed, and it shows. With the first two installations of the MW series warranting a 10 and 8 from me, respectively; this game falls very short of that. No longer fun, not creative, and not balanced; Modern Warfare 3 is one of the worst games I have played in a long time. Don't waste your time, money, or life on this game. Not worth the $60 price tag, and I wouldn't pay $20 for it. Terrible, terrible game.… Expand
  47. J-P-M
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    wow it's funny how far a terrible game can get with money. Titles like these are what ruin the gaming experience for 80% of people. What happens to the online of every other incredible game... it gets abandoned for this silly excuse for a AAA title ROFLCOPTER and this is suppose to be the BF3 killer hahaha!!! =]
  48. Apocryphea
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Being in the industry myself, i want to put this critique forward.

    I feel the necessity to bring this down because medias are once again supporting and overhyping and rating a product that is essential and exactly the same since CoD 4. What has this game really brought new to the industry's table? Nothing. No innovation AT ALL. A subscription plan? That's not really new, battlelog offers    Being in the industry myself, i want to put this critique forward.

    I feel the necessity to bring this down because medias are once again supporting and overhyping and rating a product that is essential and exactly the same since CoD 4. What has this game really brought new to the industry's table? Nothing. No innovation AT ALL.

    A subscription plan? That's not really new, battlelog offers the same features for free, and this is nothing but a cash grab aimed at zealous CoD fans who are unable to see anything else but this pathetic excuse of game, and Activision knows they can do this to fund their product that is in decline, as it's possible the last resort for it to stay alive.

    The production values of this title are an aberration for what video games truly stand for - an Art form. Call of duty is no longer an art, it's merely a shovelware, or something more reminiscent of an yearly sports game; rehashed content, with little or no values or effort put into it. A quick cash grab.

    The majority of it's fanbase put the community of gamers to shame; they are mostly close-minded and patriotic - Zealous should i say, about the game. There isn't really anything special about it and they can't see beyond that.

    Oh and let's not forget the actions from activion, when they screwed over the people who create this franchise.    … Expand
  49. jshuman84
    Nov 8, 2011
    5
    I think its hilarious how people say "BF3 Fan boys" are knocking the score down.....So your telling me that out of 539 bad reviews not one of these is a honest opinion? That is ridiculous to assume that. people are not mad because it's "the same game" it's more of IW and Activision hyped this game up so much to just release a almost identical experience to MW2. By no means is this gameI think its hilarious how people say "BF3 Fan boys" are knocking the score down.....So your telling me that out of 539 bad reviews not one of these is a honest opinion? That is ridiculous to assume that. people are not mad because it's "the same game" it's more of IW and Activision hyped this game up so much to just release a almost identical experience to MW2. By no means is this game bad, but at the same time it's not good. This is for most games that dev's release these days. They copy paste and add a few things and expect that to be alright. We as gamers need to be more blunt and harsh on games because we know that the so called "journalist" will not. If Activision and other companies would stop releasing the same thing every year and come up with new stuff gaming would be so much more exciting.

    Now to my opinion on MW3. It is a average game with average graphics.It is fun online but is basically what we all have already seen. The SP is about 5hours long tops and the multiplayer has nothing renovating.I will say the one good thing about MP is the Kill confirmed.

    I will give this a 5 because this game is average at best.

    Also I have not played BF3 so therefore I am no fanboy.    … Expand
  50. tRuCk3r_JaY
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Yawn... yet another, same as before cod. I plead with people to play BF3, its superior in every way. The levels are much bigger, has vehicles and lots and lots of guns! The fact that EA spent the time building a new engine to bring something new to the table says a lot. COD is for the kids, BF is for the real FPS fan imo. Activision please do something original with the next cod game in aYawn... yet another, same as before cod. I plead with people to play BF3, its superior in every way. The levels are much bigger, has vehicles and lots and lots of guns! The fact that EA spent the time building a new engine to bring something new to the table says a lot. COD is for the kids, BF is for the real FPS fan imo. Activision please do something original with the next cod game in a years time!… Expand
  51. JoeAReed
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    All though this game has the same graphics as COD MOD 2 and the game play really didn't change at all. I find this game to a solid title, with a excellent multi-player. If you get this game you won't be disappointed for two reasons: exciting campaign mode, and an excellent on-line multi-player.
  52. NathanDrake
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    i have not played this game yet however this game does not deserve such a low score which is i am giving this game a 10/10 to boost this games rateing

    yes this game is a little bit to similar mw , was , mw2 and black ops however this game does not deserve a 1 or even 2 out of 10

    just because you don't like cod doesn't mean you need to bash it by giving such low scores
  53. I8YourMama
    Nov 9, 2011
    0
    I made this account in attempt to aware others, this game is seriously not worth $60. Its just a new campaign (which only spans 4 hours) and new maps. I would wait for the price to drop or to just get skyrim or something instead.
  54. SmartyPants
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    I remember when i watched the very first trailer of call of duty Modern warfare 1 it blew me away. The idea of bieng modern was alone overwhelming. New graphics engine was amazing. And when i played the game ug was a fun ride. Then multiplayer got extremely addicted. With modern warfare 2 the bar of telling ot more single player stories in fps games increased by a mile. Graphics gotI remember when i watched the very first trailer of call of duty Modern warfare 1 it blew me away. The idea of bieng modern was alone overwhelming. New graphics engine was amazing. And when i played the game ug was a fun ride. Then multiplayer got extremely addicted. With modern warfare 2 the bar of telling ot more single player stories in fps games increased by a mile. Graphics got more polished and so was the plot. Now with modern warfare 3 i had the same feeling of joyride with single player campaign. There r slightly upgrades in graphics i think it doesnt matter. The overall package will sink people for a long time. Multiplayer is not new but it looks polished and complete. Spec ops is an arcadish fun you can have anytime with a friend online or offline. I enjlyed the final chapter of this revolutionary series. Captain Price is now part of my game lagends with Snake, Masterchief and few others. The bad luck with this game is that its rival battlefield 3 is all about graphics and this is all abot NOT graphics. If you take that notion off your head then this game is a masterpiece.… Expand
  55. Magpaca
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Fun game. A few new game modes and still a more enjoyable online experience than all the other FPS games on the market. Campaign is not one of its strong points.
  56. jswright2005
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    Frankly, I play call of duty for online play, and this is the best they have ever released. It's stable, I haven't had any connection issues, the maps are the best of the entire series, and "kill confirmed" has me actually liking the series again. Can't believe they were able to win me back, but they did. Kill Confirmed alone makes this the best call of duty ever.
  57. wpg
    Nov 9, 2011
    1
    Came to write this review in response to the dev tweeting about why the score is so low. Maps are a HUGE mess the weapons feel cheap and don't really do much damage. Graphics are dated and belong in 2007...... This game and map design was designed for twitch fighting and quick scopes. I gave it a 1 for the weapon progression and that's about it. Game is on ebay as we speak. Way to ruin aCame to write this review in response to the dev tweeting about why the score is so low. Maps are a HUGE mess the weapons feel cheap and don't really do much damage. Graphics are dated and belong in 2007...... This game and map design was designed for twitch fighting and quick scopes. I gave it a 1 for the weapon progression and that's about it. Game is on ebay as we speak. Way to ruin a great game to cater to the few quick scope kids.… Expand
  58. demonknight0990
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am a massive modern warfare fan and have been looking forward to MW3 since black ops first arrived, however, I am sorely disappointed to say the least, MW3 avatar is slow, and game play seems to be even slower than MW2, I dont believe this is a worth while release and am taking this straight back to gamestation, not only this but I played for 2 hours under double XP reaching level 26 when I logged back on later I was for some unknown reason level 8 ?? I dont think any of the 16 maps are particularly big infinity ward have managed to make them all feel like you are playing a map consistently the size of nuke town (just for reference) I will not be giving this another try, however, I will try the new treyarch title in November next year which I believe is going to be a black ops sequel. Once again I cannot stress how diappointing MW3 is and honestly believe it should be taken off the shelves and given some serious work as MW3 feels like a step backwards towards MW2 rather than a better experience than black ops. One the other hand I have never been a fan of battlefield either but I think there is going to be a big shift in sales towards the Modern warfare rivals come the next installment. I would say well done to infinity ward but you are leaving everyone I know devastated after waiting for so long.… Expand
  59. Noshotskill
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is an actual review of the game. So far I've put about 12 hours into the game, and I will say I'm fairly happy with what I've experienced. I'm going to break down the game in 2 categories and rate each one: campaign and multiplayer.

    Campaign:
    MW3 takes place right where MW2 left off, Soap is "dying" on the ground and Price is frantically trying to get help. With the help of Nikolai you escape capture and save Soap's life. The campaign then is splits between different perspectives around the globe as "WW3" is happening. Without spoiling the story, I'll just say the game is action packed and very satisfying. However, certain elements hurt the game including unlimited respawning enemies and the game playing itself through some of the more chaotic moments. Its a Call of Duty campaign, and is very enjoyable. I give the campaign an 8/10
    + Action that keeps you on the edge of your seat
    + Sounds
    - Unlimited spawning enemies

    Multiplayer:
    Its no mistake, Modern Warfare 3 is dominated by its multiplayer. Many guns return from previous titles along with a few new ones. This time around there is no more "kill streaks." Instead, Infinity Ward has added "point streaks" to reward players of all play styles. The Assault package kill streak functions as the old kill streaks in previous games (when you die, your kill streak is reset to 0). These kill streaks are primary designed to help the player gather kills. The Support package kill streak does not reset upon death. Kills, capturing objectives, and destroying objects all go towards these kill streaks. These kill streak rewards are designed to help the players team. Finally there is the Specialist Kill Streak which rewards players additional perks after so many kills. Like the Assault package, these perks reset when you die. The core Call of Duty experience remains with a fast paced arena shooter. There are more customization options for each gun then ever before, and they come in the form of "weapon proficiencies." Basically, every gun is now assigned a level. Once you level it up more attachments, camo, and red dot markers can be added. This works great as players are rewarded for using a certain more often. New game modes include Kill Confirmed, which is basically collect the dog tags your enemies drop or recover your allies dog tags before the enemy gets them. In all the multiplayer is top notch and very enjoyable. Lastly, players can join up together for 2 player Survival mode. This mode functions similar to zombies, but this time your facing off against another army. Players work together and earn cash which can be spent on guns, kill streak support, and other options. All the 16 multiplayer maps can be used in Survival mode. In all MW3 is by far one of the best multiplayers available, and I give it a 10/10.
    + Balanced game play
    + Weapon Proficiencies + Point Streaks
    + Survival Mode
    + 16 maps on disc

    Overall I give MW3 a 9/10.    … Expand
  60. Apotheos
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Unfortunately, MW3 proves the haters right, showing that Activision and the Dev team is comfortable with doing little-to-nothing to innovate all the while strolling down its same formulaic route of annually adding almost nothing but new guns and maps, even going so far as to sport the same engine. All of the content could have been packaged into some other form of content pack and fitUnfortunately, MW3 proves the haters right, showing that Activision and the Dev team is comfortable with doing little-to-nothing to innovate all the while strolling down its same formulaic route of annually adding almost nothing but new guns and maps, even going so far as to sport the same engine. All of the content could have been packaged into some other form of content pack and fit comfortably and humbly; Yet unfortunately all parties involved chose to create a new uninspired soulless husk of an installment adding nothing to the game industry but its typical, all too expected "Michael Bay" shenanigans and charging full price to cash in on a yearly recycle of a franchise.… Expand
  61. Thegreatgroy
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is pretty ridiculous. I had to register on my iPhone after reading these reviews. Yes, it is more of the same but it deserves a good score. It's a good game. On pc, yes bf3 deserves the top. But has anyone played it on console? Mw3 beats it on all aspects. I can't believe people are giving it zero. Don't worry, the statistics will show how many people play this online compared to bf3!This is pretty ridiculous. I had to register on my iPhone after reading these reviews. Yes, it is more of the same but it deserves a good score. It's a good game. On pc, yes bf3 deserves the top. But has anyone played it on console? Mw3 beats it on all aspects. I can't believe people are giving it zero. Don't worry, the statistics will show how many people play this online compared to bf3! This will shut all the fanboys up.… Expand
  62. Oracheski
    Nov 17, 2011
    9
    MW 3 holds on to the first-person shooter crown, with a far more fleshed out single-player experience than Battlefield 3 brings to the table, plus Spec Ops missions to round things out. Worth noting is that, even with the additions, MW3 is the seventh Call of Duty title released this console generation and franchise fatigue is starting to set in. While it's far from the final nail in theMW 3 holds on to the first-person shooter crown, with a far more fleshed out single-player experience than Battlefield 3 brings to the table, plus Spec Ops missions to round things out. Worth noting is that, even with the additions, MW3 is the seventh Call of Duty title released this console generation and franchise fatigue is starting to set in. While it's far from the final nail in the coffin, in the end MW3 brings the series one small step closer to the same franchise-destroying consumer apathy that befell Activision's own Guitar Hero brand. There are bound to be some gamers who are looking for something - anything - else… Expand
  63. Jimbo19411
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    for how the storyline plays,the plot twists,the amazing spec ops and survival modes as well the the addictive multiplayer and elite service its 10/10 for me
  64. Jason_Perez
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    Don't be a Hater. Call of Duty is Great series and doesn't deserve the reviews you guys are giving it.
    I'mm just giving credit where credit is due.
  65. Brandaman
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    This game is really deserving of a 9 in my opinion, but since all of the fanboys seem to give it a 0, something that, even if you didn't like the game, it is undeserving of, I'm giving it a 10.

    This game is great. Honestly, every part of it is brilliant. Let's start with the single player. It's short, yeah. Everyone has come to expect that from the Call of Duty franchise. The campaign is    This game is really deserving of a 9 in my opinion, but since all of the fanboys seem to give it a 0, something that, even if you didn't like the game, it is undeserving of, I'm giving it a 10.

    This game is great. Honestly, every part of it is brilliant.

    Let's start with the single player. It's short, yeah. Everyone has come to expect that from the Call of Duty franchise. The campaign is filled with Michael Bay style set pieces, and cinematic moments that will be stuck in your mind for years to come - much like previous moments in Call of Duty 4, and Modern Warfare 2. The campaign delivers a sweet ending to the Modern Warfare trilogy, complete with epic moments, and emotional moments. The game really leaves me wondering, though - What is next for Infinity Ward?

    Once you've completed the campaign, you've got Spec Ops to look forward to. One mode is similar to its MW2 predecessor - going through moments from the campaign with different objectives, completing them by yourself or with a friend, either on Xbox Live or in split screen. And now, you can even search for people to join you if you're lacking in the friends department. However, Spec Ops is more than this now. There's the newly introduced Spec Ops Survival mode, that puts you and a partner against waves and waves of enemies, ranging from your run of the mill soldier, to dogs with C4 strapped to them. This mode also comes with the ability to rank up, unlock new weapons and killstreaks, such as calling in a Delta squad to assist you in taking out Juggernauts. Overall, this mode is a masterpiece from Infinity Ward.

    Multiplayer, the piece of the game that the majority of players only care about. The internet has been littered with haters screaming, "It's the same game!" Well let me tell you something - It's not. This game plays very differently to MW2. Sure, it's the same style as all of the previous Call of Duty's, but that's because it's a sequel. Infinity Ward would be stupid to go out and completely redesign Call of Duty, when they've got a formula that is almost perfect, and the game increases in sales every year. Packed with new features, weapons, equipment, and maps, this game is definitely huge.

    Modern Warfare 3 is definitely the most balanced Call of Duty to date. As well as that, it is also the most fun, the most action packed, and brings the most content to the table.

    In conclusion, this game is so packed with content that it will take a long time until it's forgotten about. Is it revolutionary? No. Does it need to be? No. The Call of Duty series shows no signs of dying, and you're in denial if you think it is.    … Expand
  66. Jackal1x2
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    Exactly what i wanted, another CoD- sure it's almost the same, but why fix what's not broken, I'm thoroughly enjoying it as are me and my friends. It's about having fun, if people start getting mad and abusive at MW3 then i personally think it's time to stop playing.
    Love it.
  67. Sorakingdom4
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    I honestly don't know what all the BF3 fan boys are trying to prove by trolling MW3 on Metacritic. I don't usually write reviews about video games, but after seeing the moronic comments, I felt I had to join the cause.

    As for MW3, I love the game. I only started playing CoD properly this year (I've played 4 and WaW before), the first one being Black Ops, which I still love playing even    I honestly don't know what all the BF3 fan boys are trying to prove by trolling MW3 on Metacritic. I don't usually write reviews about video games, but after seeing the moronic comments, I felt I had to join the cause.

    As for MW3, I love the game. I only started playing CoD properly this year (I've played 4 and WaW before), the first one being Black Ops, which I still love playing even now, then I worked my way back and then purchased MW2, which for the first few weeks, I found incredibly difficult to play, mainly because of the game engine being so different to Black Ops.

    Then I bought MW3 at the midnight launch after waiting for 3 hours and I can honestly tell you, that I haven't felt cheated with my purchase....not one bit, even up till now. The game feels a lot like MW2, but unlike most of the morons on Metacritic complaining about how it's not "ground breaking" or anything, what WERE YOU EXPECTING?! You know what I was expecting? Some shooter-tastic fun, and that's exactly what MW3 has given me. How can so many of you guys sit there and say "it's an expansion pack" or "It feels too similar to MW2" when it's obviously quite different from its predecessor. Sure you still Aim down your Sight, and sprint and jump, but why fix what isn't broken? I don't see complaints like this every time a new Pokémon game is released, and that's been sticking to it's samey gameplay for 15 years!

    10 for graphics, they're obviously enhanced over MW2. 10 for sound design, It's done well considering it doesn't have to be put on 2 disks like BF3 had to be (yes, I'm not a PC gamer, so I get pretty much everything for my Xbox...and what?!) it's held up really well. 10 for overall Gameplay because MW3's campaign kept me hooked and entertained me throughout the whole thing, and loved pretty much every bit and I wanted to see how it all concluded. Now BF3...I'm still playing through it and I'm just going "Meh, back to MW3" I also feel like I'm playing the Black Ops campaign again. As for Multiplayer, MW3 is clearly more chaotic, with all the Killstreaks and all the variety of gameplay modes. Also, BF3 essentially only has 3 game modes! TDM, Rush and Conquest, and a lot of you trolls are complaining about things not being mixed up enough in MW3? MW3 10/10, trolls stop hating and go back to your cave, the game is absolutely worth buying.    … Expand
  68. igor22
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Is this a forum for reviews -or- for spoiled crybabies? Mere hours after the release of the game, 0 scores start popping up with ignorant comments and complaints that aren't even relevant to anything. If you don't like the LA Lakers, fine...but who has time to log on and blather away about how terrible they are. They win for a reason, just like this game. I knew exactly what I wanted whenIs this a forum for reviews -or- for spoiled crybabies? Mere hours after the release of the game, 0 scores start popping up with ignorant comments and complaints that aren't even relevant to anything. If you don't like the LA Lakers, fine...but who has time to log on and blather away about how terrible they are. They win for a reason, just like this game. I knew exactly what I wanted when I purchased it, and I'm glad it's a lot like the previous games. They don't owe you anything, how is an improved version of another sequel merit a 0? Of course, I'm fairly certain most of these stem from little complainers who don't even own the game or dislike it because it sells. As though all those hundreds of millions of people are all playing the worst game ever created for hours on end...yeah right. Why don't you just complain about video games in general, or your controller? Because they don't offer you the human connection that you're obviously missing. Go ahead and check every user who offered this game a 0 and battlefield a 10...while complaining about issues present in any shooter or for ridiculous "made up" scenarios imagined and fabricated with very little knowledge of the actual game. BTW, screw the Lakers...… Expand
  69. 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
  70. parker007
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is the complete package. It has a solid, single-player campaign, a rich multiplayer mode that has new modes and will be played by millions of gamers for years to come; a awesome Spec-Ops mode that includes an all-new Survival gameplay mode similar to Horde; and is the first Call of Duty title to launch with the new Elite service, something that will become aCall of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is the complete package. It has a solid, single-player campaign, a rich multiplayer mode that has new modes and will be played by millions of gamers for years to come; a awesome Spec-Ops mode that includes an all-new Survival gameplay mode similar to Horde; and is the first Call of Duty title to launch with the new Elite service, something that will become a standard in the CoD franchise for years to come. The online game is the deepest and richest CoD multiplayer experience to date and the Spec Ops co-operative mode is worth the price of admission alone. MW3 has excellent sound design, is very polished, and its gameplay exceeds expectations. MW3 is going to be played for a long, long time to come, and deservedly so.… Expand
  71. Seba
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    People need to learn to stop complaining that it is the "Same game". It is not, and the things that are the same were kept because THEY WORKED! This game is fast paced just like mw2 and they did that on purpose, because they did not want to change the flow of the game. This is much more balanced than all other COD's and the new point streak system works. The only complaint I really have isPeople need to learn to stop complaining that it is the "Same game". It is not, and the things that are the same were kept because THEY WORKED! This game is fast paced just like mw2 and they did that on purpose, because they did not want to change the flow of the game. This is much more balanced than all other COD's and the new point streak system works. The only complaint I really have is that the Support streak can be overpowered since it does not reset upon death.… Expand
  72. Tree
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Ok, it's quite obvious BF3 fanbies got up early to post their zeros and most of the negative stuff is "it's the same as all the others". It's made hundreds of millions people!!!. Their hardly gonna change such a successful formula. I buy the modern warfare series of COD because I want to have a absolute blast playing a game, and this is no exception.
  73. jdrandall38
    Nov 10, 2011
    7
    There is no reason for such awful reviews of this game. I understand everybody is mad because it seems like the same game as MW2 but it isn't, ok? MW3 has a new game mode called "Survival" which is like zombies but with enemy soldiers/aircraft that get harder as you get further. The online play is rivaled by only Battlefield 3 and still cannot touch COD MW3. The first couple weeks areThere is no reason for such awful reviews of this game. I understand everybody is mad because it seems like the same game as MW2 but it isn't, ok? MW3 has a new game mode called "Survival" which is like zombies but with enemy soldiers/aircraft that get harder as you get further. The online play is rivaled by only Battlefield 3 and still cannot touch COD MW3. The first couple weeks are always laggy online due to the sheer amount of people online. Give them some time to work out the bugs people! 7/10… Expand
  74. NinjaSniperJim
    Nov 28, 2011
    10
    Will all you haters shut the f*ck up? The only reason you say it sucks is because you suck at the game. Go Get a life and give this game what it truly deserves why don't you?
  75. DoubleNegativ
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    All fan boy and anti CoD aside. I feel like the attempted innovation was the "vertical" maps. The first thing I noticed was the fact that I was looking up and down more than left and right. There are hardly any flat maps in this installment. The graphics have been enhanced and they look great. Most of the character movement meshes well with the background (although sometimes the peopleAll fan boy and anti CoD aside. I feel like the attempted innovation was the "vertical" maps. The first thing I noticed was the fact that I was looking up and down more than left and right. There are hardly any flat maps in this installment. The graphics have been enhanced and they look great. Most of the character movement meshes well with the background (although sometimes the people look like they are epileptic). Overall the game play feels just like the predecessors with a few tweaks. Due to the fact that there's no new bells and whistles that particularly wow me, I probably will not clock as many hours on MW3 as I did on MW2 and CoD4, but It will hold me over for a while. Final thought: Not a bad game. People burned out on MW probably won't care too much for it. Fans and newcomers should have a blast though.… Expand
  76. BreakingBad23
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    So let me get this straight. You all paid a lot of money for this game just so you could complain? Then you deserve to not enjoy it.
  77. DeadLegend
    Nov 8, 2011
    7
    Let me start off with, I love Modern Warfare ( COD4), and i thought nothing was better in the FPS realm at the time, then Modern Warfare 2 came out and i couldnt get enough of that game, it was full of action, suspense, great set pieces and memorable characters. Now Modern Warfare 3 to me just seems incomplete. The story is shorter, and much of the same, run here, shoot that, blow this up,Let me start off with, I love Modern Warfare ( COD4), and i thought nothing was better in the FPS realm at the time, then Modern Warfare 2 came out and i couldnt get enough of that game, it was full of action, suspense, great set pieces and memorable characters. Now Modern Warfare 3 to me just seems incomplete. The story is shorter, and much of the same, run here, shoot that, blow this up, get in this vehicle, rinse and repeat, which im fine with, dont get me wrong its mindless fun, no need to think just shoot. But i just cant get into Modern Warfare 3. The multiplayer is stale, it doesn't improve anything, or fix and issues that where big issues through out the series. It feels as if they have taken a step backwards. I understand if your good at something, really good at something, you keep it going but after a certain point what your good at becomes subpar and you weaknesses are exposed, and that weakness is change. In a marked flooded with similar FPS experiences you would think to break the mold, switch it up, change how we play and FPS. Modern Warfare 3 plays it safe and gives you a reboot of what was successful in Modern Warfare 2. Which to me is a shame because there is so much potential in this series and it is sad that a group as talented as Infinity Ward can only give you what they have already given you years ago. People are going to buy this game because it has Call of Duty written on it, critics are going to review this game with high remarks because it has Call of Duty written on it. Take away the call of duty label and what do you have? a sub par shooter that fails to give you anything more then what is predecessors gave you, a story that leaves a bad taste in your mouth, a spec ops mode that was thrown together on a whim, and a multiplayer that is too scared to try something new and get old very fast, faster then any mutliplayer before it. Finally, in the huge debate between Battlefield, and Cod. Each game does what they do best, cod is frantic gunplay in close quarters that forces you to stay on you toes, Battlefield is a large play area that focuses more on staying alive and strategy and vehicle play. Each game draws a different crowd. But dont rate Modern Warfare 3 because its not battlefield or its not as good, its not ment to be battlefield, its not ment to play like battlefield, its ment to be an FPS that is unique and delivers a large amount of action, but falls short of that goal by giving you the same shooter, the same story and the same everything. its not worth a 10 and its certainly not worth a 1. its a 7 at best. If your unsure Gamefly it, Red Box it, or wait til its black friday to grab it at the price its worth, 30$.… Expand
  78. Conrad56
    Nov 8, 2011
    0
    Worst Game ever. No difference. No change. Just wasted 120 bucks on this useless game and got bored of it in day terrific ay? in my opinion don't buy this game. If you want a cod game worth playing get black ops richer multilayer, nice campaign ( MORE LONGER THAN MW3 CAMPAIGN ) and best survival mode called zombies which to be honest will get you bored in a month which is more better than MW3.
  79. jonstuebe
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Unlike most others I feel this game can only be fairly reviewed when you consider a couple facts. First the COD franchise comes out with a game every year and because of that you can't expect the same results as the Battlefield franchise which has been working on the same game for years now.

    Singleplayer: If your like me and play through the single player probably a few times while    Unlike most others I feel this game can only be fairly reviewed when you consider a couple facts. First the COD franchise comes out with a game every year and because of that you can't expect the same results as the Battlefield franchise which has been working on the same game for years now.

    Singleplayer:

    If your like me and play through the single player probably a few times while owning it then the cinematic experience is very enjoyable as it is like playing through an interactive movie. Not only is is entertaining but MW3 does things in their singleplayer not done in any previous COD game or other shooter that I have played before (fight in dust storm, a few zero g moments in airplane). Multiplayer:

    I haven't played the multiplayer a ton yet but from everything I'm seeing it seems to be MW2 with different maps slightly different perks and some other modifications. Simply if you enjoy the COD multiplayer style (fast paced, smaller maps), then you'll love it.

    MW3 vs. Battlefield:

    I completely disagree with reviewers that say straight up whether or not MW3 is better or worse than Battlefield. In my opinion, it depends what kind of shooter you prefer. First, do you prefer the realism factor? if so add a point for Battlefield. Next, if you enjoy using vehicles, large maps, and huge teams then add a point for battlefield. However, if you enjoy fast paced shooting where you don't have to crawl around and camp for large portions of the session then MW3 is your game.

    Bottom Line:

    But overall there wasn't a ton of new things, but to me that is expected since like I said earlier they release a game every year. What does piss me off is all of the obvious Battlefield fanboys that jump all over MW3 without realizing that there was no way in hell that they were ever going to like a fast paced shooter with smaller maps and small teams to begin with. Obviously.    … Expand
  80. 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
  81. Li21
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Everyone who has written a negative comment and expected something fresh is kidding themselves.
    I'm getting MW3 because the previous titles were a blast. The less they change, the less there is to screw up. Its a near perfect formula for multiplayer and if you love Free For All like I do, its the only choice. People constantly update their FIFA, NBA, F1 etc. games annually just to keep up    Everyone who has written a negative comment and expected something fresh is kidding themselves.
    I'm getting MW3 because the previous titles were a blast. The less they change, the less there is to screw up. Its a near perfect formula for multiplayer and if you love Free For All like I do, its the only choice. People constantly update their FIFA, NBA, F1 etc. games annually just to keep up with the crowd and to have the latest edition, not because of radical changes year to year. Why should COD be any different? Just get it and enjoy it..    … Expand
  82. RiverTamtk421
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    I am absolutely loving this game. I know it's supposed to be MW2.5, but so??? All Call of Duty's have historically been very similar. But this one has fixed all of the game breaking, rage inducing problems of its predecessor. I can safely say I am having the most fun here than in any Call of Duty yet.
  83. cheesepoof420
    Nov 9, 2011
    4
    It upsets me that this game will sell more than Uncharted 3 and Skyrim. No innovations, revelations, or gratification. You should not even veer towards contemplation to buy this game, a rent at best to enjoy the sight of all of our major cities getting blown up. (because that's what people like these days) Acitivision I have much respect for you as developer,but it's time to give up on aIt upsets me that this game will sell more than Uncharted 3 and Skyrim. No innovations, revelations, or gratification. You should not even veer towards contemplation to buy this game, a rent at best to enjoy the sight of all of our major cities getting blown up. (because that's what people like these days) Acitivision I have much respect for you as developer,but it's time to give up on a franchise, for entertainments sake. Your wallets will remain happy.… Expand
  84. Undead_Legends
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    This review is written by someone who likes: Modern Warfare 2
    does not like: Modern Warfare 1, Black Ops or the Battlefield series. Keeping that in mind, I think this game is really fun. The multiplayer is the same addicting formula as usual and anyone complaining about it being the same does not understand that it was supposed to be as close as possible to Modern Warfare 2 because a lot    This review is written by someone who likes: Modern Warfare 2
    does not like: Modern Warfare 1, Black Ops or the Battlefield series. Keeping that in mind, I think this game is really fun. The multiplayer is the same addicting formula as usual and anyone complaining about it being the same does not understand that it was supposed to be as close as possible to Modern Warfare 2 because a lot of people hated Black Ops. With that being said, I would give it a solid 9.    … Expand
  85. RinkRat16173
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Survival mode is good, and better then just spec ops. Multiplayer is good except the maps are too cluttered. Titles and Callsigns make a return which is good. Have yet to try the campaign.
  86. s1l3ntsh4d0w89
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    So there apparently is a campaign to trash Call of Duty amongst the goers of metacritic. Oh well, at least the critic score is very well done.

    To shame for everyone being dishonest. You are all truly terrible people.
  87. Xe12xEs101
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Servers are slow but as expected, campaign not very long but still interesting, survival mode and spec. ops live up to the great hype they got. excellent, i believe the survival mode is better than zombies. online play will return to the top once the not so serious gamers leave to go and play a new game. let the game settle before you are so quick to judge.
  88. IxmagicmanIx
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    MW3 is exactly the same as MW2 and MW2 was trash. So you're paying for the exact same you already paid for. Oh and by the way MW2 was a rehash of COD4. If you enjoy spending sixty dollars on the exact same product every year then go ahead and continue buying COD games. If I watched someone play MW3 and they didn't tell me whether or not it was MW2 or MW3 I wouldn't be able to tell the difference.
  89. vignoe1
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    For any COD fan this is a great game I love it. I think the people putting 0's on here are battlefield fan boys trying to wreck the COD games. I mean look at what they did to the web page. when we typed in the wed address we were taken to the battlefield 3 website. yes battlefield was fun but not better than COD. When you log on to multiplayer you get a game unlike the battlefield whereFor any COD fan this is a great game I love it. I think the people putting 0's on here are battlefield fan boys trying to wreck the COD games. I mean look at what they did to the web page. when we typed in the wed address we were taken to the battlefield 3 website. yes battlefield was fun but not better than COD. When you log on to multiplayer you get a game unlike the battlefield where you lose connection to the server in the middle of a game or can't connect at all. SO if you want a all around awesome game what are you waiting for get MW3 because your missing out on one awesome game.… Expand
  90. b3nkuntz
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is an amazing game. I knew what it was going to be when I got it, but I cannot stop playing it. I recommend everyone get this game, like right now!
  91. ChemaMX
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It's funny to me how pseudogamers that say the COD series are for kids take the time to go around all the web looking for MW3 videos, reviews, news to trash them and to give them really low rates, I mean, you dont like they game, dont buy it, as simple as that. Really good game, amazing campaign and a really fun multiplayer mode.
  92. vexus_vi
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    modern warfare hasn't lost a beat since mw2 and is still the solid shooter i have expected from infinity ward, even after all the shannanigans going on at activision. all the negative scores and zeros are from just trolls and ignorant people that haven't played the game or just want to be a demeanor on something that they don't want to like and have no wish to play.
  93. Hunterkiller515
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I have played every Call of Duty game out, and I didn't start with COD Classic, the original, with the 2 expansions. MW3 is by no means a bad game. Sure it may not having anything too ground breaking, and feels like other Modern Warfare titles, but that isn't a bad thing. The COD 4 :MW is on of the best games that I have ever played, and if MW3 still plays like it but with new maps and newI have played every Call of Duty game out, and I didn't start with COD Classic, the original, with the 2 expansions. MW3 is by no means a bad game. Sure it may not having anything too ground breaking, and feels like other Modern Warfare titles, but that isn't a bad thing. The COD 4 :MW is on of the best games that I have ever played, and if MW3 still plays like it but with new maps and new weapons with a re-vamped kill streak system then so what? Doesn't mean that it is not fun to play. My only grip about this game so far is the length of the campaign. I beat it in 5 hours, which is short and a little disappointing, but the actions sequences that happen in the game will keep me coming back. I respect the developers for not adding fluff to the story just so I can play for an extra 20 minutes. Besides, if you are only getting this game for the story, you are missing out on some great co-op and multi-player gaming. Sure people are going to hate this game because it is a big name game, but that doesn't mean that is a bad game. Activision and their yearly release of COD game is getting annoying though. They are going to destroy a great series, which is a shame. I will only by the games developed by IW to support them since they are one of the best developers out there at the moment. I would also like to show some love for SeldgeHammer games with their amazing contribution to this series. I hope that they will stay the path with IW to make great games. Not that I want to bash Tryarch, but I am just not a fan of their games. (Except the expansion packs for the original Call of Duty)… Expand
  94. PoinTandShooT
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Are you kidding me...I dont care if they changed that much or not. Its the only game worth value for me. I pay $60 for this game once a year and play it the whole year, what other game does that? Now to the gameplay, I love it. I will admit I havent played the campaign but we all know you dont buy this game for the campaign. I will get to it at some point. The multiplayer is still SOAre you kidding me...I dont care if they changed that much or not. Its the only game worth value for me. I pay $60 for this game once a year and play it the whole year, what other game does that? Now to the gameplay, I love it. I will admit I havent played the campaign but we all know you dont buy this game for the campaign. I will get to it at some point. The multiplayer is still SO fun. The first night I sucked and wanted to jam the disc down my garbage disposal. However the second night everything started clicking and I started learning the maps and boom back to normal having fun and actually playiang with some strategy. It may not be real war and there are still campers but its addictive and full of action! The new Kill Confirmed gameplay is awesome for people like me (and most of us) who love to Run n Gun and get in good gun battles rather than sneaking around hoping someone in a 3 story window is going to snipe me with a crosshair not even close to my body (that really pisses me off BTW). Overall this game on its own is a 10, you cant judge a game off of the past games. MW3 will go down as one of the best COD games of all time. I guess what you can say is that there arent a lot of new additions, however the small additions that were made make this game so much better than the previous versions.… Expand
  95. ThiagoBlera
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Melhor COD até o momento, todos os modos de jogo estão bem feitos, a atenção recebida em sua produção reflete no ótimo produto lançado.
    Não importa a plataforma escolhida, o game renderá muito tempo de diversão, principalmente falando no    Melhor COD até o momento, todos os modos de jogo estão bem feitos, a atenção recebida em sua produção reflete no ótimo produto lançado.
    Não importa a plataforma escolhida, o game renderá muito tempo de diversão, principalmente falando no multiplayer, impecável.    … Expand
  96. JMunster
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    No innovation. Same old game, same old engine. Just another way for them to take your money. Online is exciting for about the first 20 minutes. Then you realize that Its all just the same. Guns feel and look the same. Everything looks the same. I'm paying for an expansion pack. Singleplayer took a nosedi ve and is just trying to squeeze as manyy locals and s'ituations at you in about 5No innovation. Same old game, same old engine. Just another way for them to take your money. Online is exciting for about the first 20 minutes. Then you realize that Its all just the same. Guns feel and look the same. Everything looks the same. I'm paying for an expansion pack. Singleplayer took a nosedi ve and is just trying to squeeze as manyy locals and s'ituations at you in about 5 hours. Game is truly rediculous… Expand
  97. jesusmbz
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I can't give mw3 a 10 after playing black ops and bf3. Not because they are better, but they can show infinity ward a thing or 2. Lets start right off the bat with the fact that war isn't fought only on the ground, you have to expand in all directions, bf proved it. You can't forget that current gen consoles are 4 player ready systems, b.ops training allowed this as an illusion but it wasI can't give mw3 a 10 after playing black ops and bf3. Not because they are better, but they can show infinity ward a thing or 2. Lets start right off the bat with the fact that war isn't fought only on the ground, you have to expand in all directions, bf proved it. You can't forget that current gen consoles are 4 player ready systems, b.ops training allowed this as an illusion but it was there. I know it has spec ops missions and survival but think about the family guy who can't play unless all the family participates. I have to say that i was skeptical after playing b.ops that this would suck just as bad but i was surprised. This is where gamers and haters go they're separate ways. The graphics and sound just blew me away, i almost fell back in disbelief that it was mw3. Yes i have played bf and all previous cod, like i said gamers/haters. The story has me hooked, up until the mrs. asks if she can join, then it's back to spec op. Which brings me to another point, the mission are both fun and challenging if you're looking for the 3star glory,even after they have been obtained, but the survival mode is ADDICTIVE. All it's lacking is 4 player capability. On line a shooter is a shooter, but as i said before, wars aren't just fought by ground troops, and you should be able to hide in the bushes not just beside them. This is just a sum of what i feel, but remember a game is the result of tons of hours and frustration that culminate in a work of art that should be admired as such. Don't be a hater if you truly are a gamer, nobody put a gun to your head and said play or die. Respect the industry and don't betray the people who put heart and soul into our entertainment.… Expand
  98. jvincentc
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I have no clue why people are giving this game anything below an 8. I get it, people are very loyal to the battlefield franchise. No reason to bomb another game's ratings though. Bottom-line, this game will keep me entertained and engaged for weeks to come. Worth well beyond the price of admission. Multiplayer is great, spec-ops/survival is fantastic, and the single player is more thanI have no clue why people are giving this game anything below an 8. I get it, people are very loyal to the battlefield franchise. No reason to bomb another game's ratings though. Bottom-line, this game will keep me entertained and engaged for weeks to come. Worth well beyond the price of admission. Multiplayer is great, spec-ops/survival is fantastic, and the single player is more than sufficient. BF3 is a great game as well, but i subscribe to a more arcade like experience. MW3 provides that in spades.… Expand
  99. Zenigame96
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    All of you haters can gtfo. This is a solid game. Sure it doesn't revolutionize the genre the same way CoD 4 did, but it's still fantastic. The campaign mode is excellent, keeps you on your toes, and fun to watch the cinematic experience. The multiplayer is more accessible than EVER for noobs and vets alike (of which I have been BOTH), and Spec Ops is a lot of fun as well. The only co-opAll of you haters can gtfo. This is a solid game. Sure it doesn't revolutionize the genre the same way CoD 4 did, but it's still fantastic. The campaign mode is excellent, keeps you on your toes, and fun to watch the cinematic experience. The multiplayer is more accessible than EVER for noobs and vets alike (of which I have been BOTH), and Spec Ops is a lot of fun as well. The only co-op experiences I have enjoyed more were Left 4 Dead and Demon's Souls. Take your hate camp somewhere else.… Expand
  100. gasman442
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Nothing new to this game. I feel like each map has something in common with maps i have played before. It feels like modern warfare was put in a blender and this is what was served.
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Awards & Rankings

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#13 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#1 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#13 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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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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