Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 8685 Ratings

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  1. WSHere121
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Feels like a DLC for MW2 with more ingame lags. Worst reinstallment with short campaing. The grahics are the same, if not worst than MW2. The gameplay is the same with same weapons and barely a couple new feature. Definitely not worth the $70 retail. This is the last COD game I am buying.
  2. xemrex
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    no so much new stuff in game,unbalance,bugy,bad graphics and boring after playing couple hours
    single player is good if you are played cod4 and mw2 you will understand a lot of things
  3. TW15T3D
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I Loved MW1 & MW2, I also love BF games. But wow after playing MW3 I felt very disapointed, ok the single player is good but the MP sucks. It looks old and dated nothing new to make you want to play more. Mindless run & gun very boring. Activision must be laughing all the way to the bank, knowing that poor suckers like me and many others have paid out £40 or $60 for what is aI Loved MW1 & MW2, I also love BF games. But wow after playing MW3 I felt very disapointed, ok the single player is good but the MP sucks. It looks old and dated nothing new to make you want to play more. Mindless run & gun very boring. Activision must be laughing all the way to the bank, knowing that poor suckers like me and many others have paid out £40 or $60 for what is a new campaign and a map pack for MW2. I think this is the final curtain draw for COD, well for me anyway. BF3 for me is now the king of online shooters and for those who disagree are those who have never played a BF game or thoses who played a couple of hours of BF before giving up.… Expand
  4. Ratfoss
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    I have been looking forward to this game for months but I am really disappointed. The multiplayer feels absolutely no different to the previous games and I am amazed critics have rated the game so highly and not seen through the hype about Elite and strike packages. After the days I have spent on MW and MW2, I wanted this to feel new and make me want to progress through the ranks again butI have been looking forward to this game for months but I am really disappointed. The multiplayer feels absolutely no different to the previous games and I am amazed critics have rated the game so highly and not seen through the hype about Elite and strike packages. After the days I have spent on MW and MW2, I wanted this to feel new and make me want to progress through the ranks again but there is nothing here that feels fresh or different enough to drive me to progress. The maps are just more of the same, they could have come out of either MW2 or Black Ops. I think the general sentiment that it feels like an expansion pack is absolutely right, as graphically and in design style it is so similar to the other games. Single player is the same hectic mess as ever. No idea what the story is about but the general mechanics of everything works like all the other COD games. On the higher difficulty levels the enemy AI is aggressive but hardly intelligent. It is difficult to not compare this game to battlefield 3 as they are competing for the same market share. For me BF3 has made enough of a jump from Bad Company to feel like a totally different game and worthy of my £40. Love it or hate it, the variation that BF3 offers in multiplayer through the use of scale, vehicles and equipment progression is just far superior and feels like a new experience (certainly for 360). To sum up, I am really disappointed that this franchise is not the genre defining game it once was. The maps are uninspired (Hardhat is one of the dullest multiplayer environments on 360) and the gameplay, levelling up and customisation is just far too similar to what we have all played and loved before.… Expand
  5. Stravo
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Game is absolute garbage. The campaign just felt absolutely forced and was completely forgettable by the end of it. Spec Ops is trash because zombies in WaW and Black Ops was just so much better. Not to mention you were able to play it with upto 3 other people that you know! Where's the fun in fighting endless enemies with only one other person? There is no fun in that. On toGame is absolute garbage. The campaign just felt absolutely forced and was completely forgettable by the end of it. Spec Ops is trash because zombies in WaW and Black Ops was just so much better. Not to mention you were able to play it with upto 3 other people that you know! Where's the fun in fighting endless enemies with only one other person? There is no fun in that. On to multiplayer... the maps are the worst I have ever seen. The graphics are extremely dated, Battlefield 3 just completely slaughters this game. The textures are also horrendous! Everything about this game is re-used from Modern Warfare 2. This game doesn't feel fresh at all. All of the guns and skins are re-used... the menus as well... even some of the buildings and vehicles. The sounds of the guns are still bad, and some are the same as MW2. Battlefield 3 is just so much better. Sorry if the truth hurts. This game is just a bad DLC to a game that came out two years ago. Save your money!… Expand
  6. Easyshas
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Not impressed, laggy, hit detection issues, repetitve gameplay. Single player much as one would expect. Can be fun in very short bursts but there are far too many superior games out there for this one to be a keeper.
  7. Apathy
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    I already bought this game on 11/10/09. I would recommend passing on this game and going with something different. Either Battlefield 3 or Gears of War 3 would be great choice.
  8. dirtbag1975
    Nov 10, 2011
    2
    1. Looks dated, color pallet is dull and washed out. 2. Sound is absolutely awful and annoying, all the guns sound the same.
    3. Run and gun brainless kill fest.
    4. P2P connection multilateral. 5. Maps are all mostly QC style and are annoying. It looks old, sounds old and is a major step backward after Black Ops. BW3 blows it out of the water in everyaspect. MW3 Single player is the    1. Looks dated, color pallet is dull and washed out. 2. Sound is absolutely awful and annoying, all the guns sound the same.
    3. Run and gun brainless kill fest.
    4. P2P connection multilateral.
    5. Maps are all mostly QC style and are annoying.

    It looks old, sounds old and is a major step backward after Black Ops. BW3 blows it out of the water in everyaspect.

    MW3 Single player is the games saving grace too bad it old took 3 hours to complete.

    Trading my copy in for something worthy.    … Expand
  9. Allions
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    I've buyed this game to see the end of the campaign and the survival co-op. The competitive multiplayer is the same of MW2 with some new maps, not a lot of differents killstreaks or perks and some new weapons. Not worth the 70â
  10. TJblue
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I love it awesome game. Only criticism I have is not with the game but with the idiots who give it a zero really? But never mind that the numbers on-line last night say it all 1.3 million over XBOX LIVE and god knows how many on PS3 and PC.
  11. pollux
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Same, Same, but not different. No innnovation here as it's exactly the same as MW2. You can only go to the well so many time before it run dry.
  12. OMGanafrican
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I love all of the battlefield 3 fanboys rating this game badly for the same reason when on console battlefield 3 is basically bad company 2.5. This game does not innovate but improves on what MW2 did well and in my opinion this game is the best yet!
  13. nuthead53
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Stop taking continued loyalty for granted.
    Stop increasing prices for what is essentially the same product.
    Stop reselling DLC content which people already own and recharging them.

    Yes i've had a great time with COD over the years but something has to change.
  14. Gazw1
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Same recycled garbage as before. May as well have been released as DLC rather than a full price game. Infinity Ward: True gamers are reviewing this low because they see through the rose tinted glass and find a lazy effort. You've been resting on your laurels riding on the fact that millions of casual gamers who dont read gaming websites and dont really care about pushing the envelope, willSame recycled garbage as before. May as well have been released as DLC rather than a full price game. Infinity Ward: True gamers are reviewing this low because they see through the rose tinted glass and find a lazy effort. You've been resting on your laurels riding on the fact that millions of casual gamers who dont read gaming websites and dont really care about pushing the envelope, will still buy your game because they dont know they're getting ripped off. Hopefully next time you will learn to innovate and bring something fresh to the table, then you may meet the praise you're hoping for.… Expand
  15. jdlmon3
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Ok honestly this game should have been a add on DLC. 60$ is a little much to ask in my opinion for this game. There is nothing different about this game except the number 3. It is in every identical to mw2. Menu and all. Ok the levels are different but that is it. For 60 bucks it would have been nice to see Upgraded graphics or something that makes this better than mw2. Stick with mw2 sameOk honestly this game should have been a add on DLC. 60$ is a little much to ask in my opinion for this game. There is nothing different about this game except the number 3. It is in every identical to mw2. Menu and all. Ok the levels are different but that is it. For 60 bucks it would have been nice to see Upgraded graphics or something that makes this better than mw2. Stick with mw2 same gameplay same everything. Save your money. Speaking of Money. You have to spend 60$/year to play this online cause of Xbox live. You are told to get the full call of duty experience you need to spend another 50/year for call of duty elite. Thats 110.00 on top of a 60$ game which now cost you 170.00$ Not worth it.… Expand
  16. Coolman2362
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Not much innovation here move along. If you've never played a Modern Warfare game before you're better off just buying Modern Warfare 2 for a cheaper price.
  17. spike_eddy
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Same old, same old, very lazy game production but its sucked up by millions of lemmings! Again massively short single player in favor of you making your own entertainment online. Other games are pushing the boundaries & moving forward whereby Cod appears to be resting on its laurels & demanding a higher price for the privilege. Just seems to be going downhill since it dumped its WWIISame old, same old, very lazy game production but its sucked up by millions of lemmings! Again massively short single player in favor of you making your own entertainment online. Other games are pushing the boundaries & moving forward whereby Cod appears to be resting on its laurels & demanding a higher price for the privilege. Just seems to be going downhill since it dumped its WWII roots. At this price users should be demanding a much longer single player & innovation. Summary: Stale… Expand
  18. sherwood1948
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I see that dark forces are at work again! I canâ
  19. Yamin
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    Loved the series since i can remember and have logged a quite sad amount of time into it. As soon as i inserted the disk and began to play it felt abit like deja vu. Apart from the carbon copy menus i gave it a whirl on multiplayer the only real aspect i have ever turned to in the cod series and while nothing stands out as being particularly shocking the fact of the matter is i have playedLoved the series since i can remember and have logged a quite sad amount of time into it. As soon as i inserted the disk and began to play it felt abit like deja vu. Apart from the carbon copy menus i gave it a whirl on multiplayer the only real aspect i have ever turned to in the cod series and while nothing stands out as being particularly shocking the fact of the matter is i have played this same game for years. With Infinity Award losing alot of staff i had hoped that it would not impact quite so greatly but as i can see they must have had the creative minds behind the previous modern warfare success's. The Gears of war series has improved year to year and while not reinventing the wheel have been inovative. This however is sheer laziness and the developers actually asking for help from the community to bump up the score is laughable i would personally love my money back as i have not received the game they have so promised. If you have plenty of money to burn on a glorified map pack have at it.… Expand
  20. DeTCHIPPER
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Hi, this is my review of Modern warfare 3

    First off I installed the game onto my Xbox Hard Drive (this took about 15 mins) after that i loaded the game, before i got to the menu i was greeted with a nice clip , but im not gonna spoil what that is, when the menu is loaded up it is practically the same as mw2 except it is abit more dull and dark , and then i got the typical "there is some    Hi, this is my review of Modern warfare 3

    First off I installed the game onto my Xbox Hard Drive (this took about 15 mins) after that i loaded the game, before i got to the menu i was greeted with a nice clip , but im not gonna spoil what that is, when the menu is loaded up it is practically the same as mw2 except it is abit more dull and dark , and then i got the typical "there is some offensive and disturbing content, would you like to disable it" , after browsing the menus i went on over to multi-player.

    I found a game in kill confirmed, I loaded into the game (i was on a snow map but i cant remember what it was called) and im not gonna lie, my first impressions was "this looks ALOT like black ops" and the reason for this is how everything seems closer to you that they did in cod4 and mw2, soo i was a little bit worried at first, but then the worries soon went away when i got my first few kills and realised that the guns were balanced, there was reasonable recoil and you dont have magic bullets that bend round corners , one of the other things that i noticed strait away was that the knife, it HAS been fixed and this if for the better , it feels and sounds ALOT like the cod4 knife.

    after that game i was surprised at how well done and balanced the game is , the next map i played on was one called bakarra , this looks like a blackhawk down inspired map (as there is a black hawk in the middle of the map) , in that game i then realised that people who usually rely on grenades and explosives were always using flashbangs and stun grenades (i guess this is where blast shield pro comes in handy) , now back to what i was saying earlier , the guns have a reasonable amount of recoil , so this is where the proficiency "kick" really comes in handy , i unlocked it and used it straight away , and this helped me pick off enemies from longer distances faster, in this game i used my "I.M.S" kill streak , i deployed it in a building while i was looking out the window, it got 3 kills within seconds, some people might think this is over powered but just 1 emp grenade or half a clip of ammo will take this out.

    i did quite a few games and unlocked quite a few things for my rifles, i got to about level 23 and realized that the levels wasnt much of a grind to get through as there are loads of challenges, one of the things i really like about the new online feel is that is, if you start shooting some guy in the back then 90% of the time he will die and not turn around and shoot you in the face.

    after that i went over to the single player, (dont worry i wont be giving away any story spoilers) , I started playing it and it basically makes you aware of what happens in the previous modern warfare games, after playing for a bit i got to a level called "black tuesday" this is where i realised how much this story feels like cod4 , all of these "hollywood scripted moments" really fall into place in the missions and they actually seem believable, i have done quite a bit of the story so far , and at this moment in time the story seems longer that any other call of duty to date. i havent come across to playing spec ops yet, but i will soon.

    but one of the downsides i would say about the multiplayer (to me) is that the maps dont feel like modern warfare 2 or cod4's maps they feel like black ops maps for the way you can move about them, but a good thing that they added was more vertical gameplay in the maps.    … Expand
  21. starlight777
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    great game best in series love the campaign have a ton of friends playing multiplayer, not sure why all of the hate.. love the ending on this game as well will get the next COD when it come out
  22. PrimeHitman
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Great game. Spec ops is brilliant. I had no issues with lag during multiplayer. The maps are varied and well designed. The COD series is the standard for FPS multiplayer for a reason.
  23. Kyahstar
    Nov 10, 2011
    7
    I have been awaiting the arrival of MW3 for ages, and in my personal opinion I am really enjoying it, there are pros and cons to every game out there but I still believe the pros to this game outweigh the cons;

    1: Campaign - Now I haven't played much of the single player being a fan of the multiplayer aspect. BUT from the offset the game has thrown you into a very visually impressive    I have been awaiting the arrival of MW3 for ages, and in my personal opinion I am really enjoying it, there are pros and cons to every game out there but I still believe the pros to this game outweigh the cons;

    1: Campaign - Now I haven't played much of the single player being a fan of the multiplayer aspect. BUT from the offset the game has thrown you into a very visually impressive location, (despite the dated engine it is run on) they have made the best use of the tech they are using, the story mode has never been long and to be honest I quite like it as the story doesn't outstay its welcome. Although I would like a longer campaign to immerse myself into I'd be worried that Sledgehammer/Infinity Ward would be fluffing the campaign with un needed levels that would essentially bore a person, or leave them a little confused! Campaign = 5/10 - little short, but spectacular visuals (despite tech)

    2: Spec Ops - ok I see where most people are coming from here, Zombies was fun very much enjoyed it especially with 3 of your mates joining in the amusement, Spec Ops Survival I feel is a little more focused, so does take away the "party" feel about it. but I personally prefer the focused team work and the joint need to work together to get to the next wave. the missions are fun and do test the players ability to work as a team. I'd have liked to have seen a little story to the mission modes rather than random scenarios but all in all a good way to waste time when there are only 2 of you online. again my personal opinion is that while Zombies it a great game, the Spec op Survival and missions allow a more focused team game and feels a little more "hardcore".

    Spec Ops = 7/10 a fun focused team based game, feels like a game in its own right.

    3: Multiplayer - I have lost MANY hours to MW2 and have enjoyed every second of it! MW3 should be no different. The maps are cleverly manufactered to allow for a more skirmish based gaming experience. I absolutely LOVE the idea of Support streaks that allow the not so amazing shooters to feel they are achieving something while playing! I like that they have kept the basic concept of levelling up from MW2 and that they have made prestiging a longer task. the only negative I can come up with at this time is that the game itself is not visually different, (nephew walks into room - "oh you are playing MW2" "No this is MW3" "Oh it looks the same" hmmm not a goo thing to hear really? bit like buying an iphone 4s. Great idea but they look exactly the same as the iphone 4... how is that going to show people that your phone is better than theirs if they look the same. Same as MW2 and MW3, an upgraded game which you can see when you are playing the game with the tweaks they have put into it. but as a spectator or someone walking past they wouldn't be able to tell this is a new game! other than that I love it. Love the maps and still have as always the COD bug

    Multiplayer = 7/10 - Love the whole experience, but how can people walking into you room know you are better than them for owning the newest CODMW?    … Expand
  24. EpyonTheGreat
    Nov 10, 2011
    7
    I believe that this is the best game in the MW series. I can't say anything on the single player due to the fact that I been on-line since I bought it home. In that is the problem. The new "social Network" Call of Duty Elite hasn't worked since they shut down the Beta test. That was the main thing I was looking forward too. In that regard I'm forced not to give this game a higherI believe that this is the best game in the MW series. I can't say anything on the single player due to the fact that I been on-line since I bought it home. In that is the problem. The new "social Network" Call of Duty Elite hasn't worked since they shut down the Beta test. That was the main thing I was looking forward too. In that regard I'm forced not to give this game a higher score. If a feature is pushed to the forefront of all the others and doesn't work there's a serious issue. The game scores a 9 with Elite up and running. Until then I must go with a 7. I beta tested Elite. It was awesome. Now I can't even log in… Expand
  25. prissy3
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The game is just fantastic! Great Single player campaign.Great Multilayer,and Survival mode is great fun.
    I can't think of one thing I don't like about this game. I been a fan of the series from the start.Each one just keeps getting better and better. Really gotta question the zero rating scores on here.some of their reviews don't even state actual facts in the game.It's my opinion they    The game is just fantastic! Great Single player campaign.Great Multilayer,and Survival mode is great fun.
    I can't think of one thing I don't like about this game. I been a fan of the series from the start.Each one just keeps getting better and better. Really gotta question the zero rating scores on here.some of their reviews don't even state actual facts in the game.It's my opinion they was written by fans of the rival battlefield 3.
    I won't lower myself to bash another game ,but will keep my comments confined to what a amazing experience and what fun this game is and am very impressed and pleased with it and would recommend it to anyone.    … Expand
  26. Chinchilla
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Don't listen to the negative reviews, they are a small but vocal minority. The singleplayer is absolutely jaw-dropping (though the missions in africa feel a bit overly familiar).

    I loved MW2 multiplayer, but found black ops nowhere near as satisfying (the weapons just didn't have enough OOMPH). The gameplay here is very similar to MW2, minus the unbalance (no commando, no nukes) and it all feels incredibly meaty and satisfying to play.

    The survival mode is absolutely brilliant - and INCREDIBLY addictive (with the experience unlocks it feels like a more easy-going version of multiplayer)    … Expand
  27. supermario927
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    For me COD MW3 = :) and I play with a large group of friends and to me that is how i enjoy it. if you are a fan of call of duty this is the best one. The gun leveling ads to the game and kill confirmed is the best gametype
  28. firematt773
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It is more or less the same as mw2 but i enjoyed playing mw2. But after all it got boring after awhile. The new guns, maps,game types, perks, and killstreaks help spice up the game. It may be very similar, but its definetely worth getting because you'll always choose to play this one instead
  29. Melt-sama
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    MW3 wasn't something I'd expect to be different from the previous games, I mean, it's a sequel isn't it? From my opinion, the single-player game-play was actually quite good. I already expected the short storyline, and if you've been playing this game since MW, you should have realized it as well. Going on to multi-player, IW, I do have to say that some parts of it are just lacking. I wasMW3 wasn't something I'd expect to be different from the previous games, I mean, it's a sequel isn't it? From my opinion, the single-player game-play was actually quite good. I already expected the short storyline, and if you've been playing this game since MW, you should have realized it as well. Going on to multi-player, IW, I do have to say that some parts of it are just lacking. I was already expecting the same old for the SP but I was really hoping for something different in the MP. Yeah thumbs up for the cool new killstreak rewards and the deathstreak but honestly, is it that hard to make it different? For instance, you could have added vehicles here and there, maybe change some layouts as well. Honestly, it just seems like an add-on to MW2. Truthfully, I have to say that BF3 is still better than MW3. BF3 made the changes, so why couldn't you? Nevertheless, your multi-player game-play is still enjoyable, so thumbs up for that.… Expand
  30. TheJTizzle
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    This game was a great surprise to me. I was afraid it would not live up to the previous releases with a new Dev. but it does, and surpass them as well. The Battlefield 3 fan boys are giving this low reviews for no reason beside being butt hurt over how good the game turned out to be. If you like outstanding multiplayer, a great campaign and some solid co op check this great game out, youThis game was a great surprise to me. I was afraid it would not live up to the previous releases with a new Dev. but it does, and surpass them as well. The Battlefield 3 fan boys are giving this low reviews for no reason beside being butt hurt over how good the game turned out to be. If you like outstanding multiplayer, a great campaign and some solid co op check this great game out, you won't be disappointed!… Expand
  31. mattabaster
    Nov 10, 2011
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Modern Warfare 3 stands alone in what is the largest expansion pack ever released, and here is why that is so. (Minor, ever so Minor Spoilers) First the campaign - As many people know, Modern Warfare series has had some, short, but decent single player options, from the first time you **** your gun on the hull of the rocking ship in Call Of Duty 4 to the epic invasion of the USA by Russia in Modern Warfare 2. The Single Player has never disappointed in its cinematic offerings and didn't disappoint in MW3 with the Defense of New York being the set piece opener, but after this exciting opener, the single player fizzled out, maybe resurfacing this excitement at a few, extremely short set pieces. One with a Zero G fight in a plane crashing to the ground and a James Bond esque level in a Diamond Mine. The conclusion to the Makarov - Price story sees the campaign fall flat on its face. I found myself asking, "Is that it?" and also, the little attempt to conjure up some emotion does not deliver on what it should. With the gameplay having a good variation, from being on the ground running from a tank to being up in the air in a AC-130 but these sections last for a short while then end, leaving the fun at the last checkpoint. The orchestra of Hans Zimmer (a personal favorite of mine) seems to fit greatly, with music that harkens back to the first Transformer film but It is unfortunately dround by the gunfire and screaming, usually, I wouldn't get annoyed at this as, after all you are in a war zone, but the lack of an option to control the audio settings for Music, Effects and Speech left a bitter taste in my mouse. It seems infinity ward have taken out most of the user control. I'd give the campaign a 5 in comparaison with the other MW campaigns, and a 7 compared to most military shooter campaigns. After finishing the somewhat dull conclusion to a story arc I personally really enjoyed, I turned my attention to MULTIPLAYER, the main part of the Modern Warfare series.

    Entering my first game, I picked my class, and was dropped straight into a match of Team Deathmatch.
    I immeadiatly found the multiplayer game to be exactly the same as MW2's. I shrugged this off, seeking some change which I found in the form of how the kill streaks have been turned into point streaks now, which allows all people to have an even chance of gaining a support, attack or special package. After a few games I found myself distraught, the spawning system is broken, I found myself at one point spawning in exactly the same place as I died and spawn killing is rife within the maps. The maps..
    The Maps are dull, and no overgrowns, no classic maps came out of the map rotor which I found depressing and the lack of large maps leans towards run and gun gameplay giving no chance for any snipers to have a chance. At least they took out stopping power and juggernaut. In Black Ops, I found myself enjoying the option of being able to create custom gamemodes, with myself creating a zombie game type with different types of zombies that could move slow, fast, have more health or less. I found you could do the same so I went to create the zombie game type all over again only to find Infinity Ward have taken out the ability to change class attributes! Its like Infinity Ward have taken everything Treyarch have done and removed it which is fair enough but when some of those things are good, why bother taking them out? I'd give the multiplayer a 6.    … Expand
  32. harrytheturtle
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is amazing and i honestly dont know why so many people are hating. In fact if I would to venture a guess they are probably battlefield fans trying there best to ruin a good game. In MW3 multiplayer is balanced, fun, and you get a ton more input into your classes. They've expanded by adding game modes, private match features, leveling up your guns, not to mention spec ops missionsThis game is amazing and i honestly dont know why so many people are hating. In fact if I would to venture a guess they are probably battlefield fans trying there best to ruin a good game. In MW3 multiplayer is balanced, fun, and you get a ton more input into your classes. They've expanded by adding game modes, private match features, leveling up your guns, not to mention spec ops missions and survival mode. This game can easily keep me entertained for a long long time… Expand
  33. F34RTEHR34PER
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    An upgrade in just about every way, the game combines a gripping single player campaign with arguably the best FPS multiplayer experience to date.
  34. feras
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    Ravager
    Nov 8, 2011
    3 I've played through the singleplayer and enough hours of the multiplayer to get a good idea of what the game is like. The singleplayer is terrible, like all of the recent games, but with an even sillier plot. This is forgivable however - who plays this game for the singleplayer? The multiplayer... well... its the exact same thing as the previous two. And to be honest,    Ravager
    Nov 8, 2011
    3
    I've played through the singleplayer and enough hours of the multiplayer to get a good idea of what the game is like. The singleplayer is terrible, like all of the recent games, but with an even sillier plot. This is forgivable however - who plays this game for the singleplayer? The multiplayer... well... its the exact same thing as the previous two. And to be honest, I'm sick of it. Surâ    … Expand
  35. IREVS
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    From a Battlefield 3 Fan Perspective this game is very good, it's not a DLC of MW2 the MP has improved over with the spec ops giving the shine it is just as good as zombies and the unlocks will keep you going on for a while and Prestige and 80 levels will definitely be alot of time too., COD Elite is just as good as Battlelog everything is good (MP is a dead heat) and Campaign is a bitFrom a Battlefield 3 Fan Perspective this game is very good, it's not a DLC of MW2 the MP has improved over with the spec ops giving the shine it is just as good as zombies and the unlocks will keep you going on for a while and Prestige and 80 levels will definitely be alot of time too., COD Elite is just as good as Battlelog everything is good (MP is a dead heat) and Campaign is a bit cliche but slightly better than BF3s I will see you guys on the BATTLEFIELD and the MODERN WARFARE, THIS GAME IS **** AMAZING! Peace out Fans and trolls :P… Expand
  36. Boonie
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    Same old, same old. Cant say I'm that disappointed because its exactly what I expected, more of the SAME! Its a solid enough game, but hardly inspiring! Don't agree with the zero scores, that's just ridiculous! Solid game, bit tired for me. Shame! 5 out of 10 for me at best on Xbox360.
  37. simulant
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    The new MW is the same as the old MW. Just pretend you are in a movie that consists of all the James Bond films' action scenes, randomly strung together, with a few war movie classics thrown in for good measure. I realize that this is probably all many people want but I prefer a game.

    For some reason, I'm especially bothered by MW3's continued, pretentious use of famous and    The new MW is the same as the old MW. Just pretend you are in a movie that consists of all the James Bond films' action scenes, randomly strung together, with a few war movie classics thrown in for good measure. I realize that this is probably all many people want but I prefer a game.

    For some reason, I'm especially bothered by MW3's continued, pretentious use of famous and out-of-context, quotes. Quoting MLK is especially perverse, and this is why I'll give it a score of 0 rather than the 5 or 6 it probably deserves. MP is still solid but hasn't changed much since MW1. A certain other shooter is leaps and bounds ahead now, both graphically and game play wise.    … Expand
  38. twiztedrver
    Nov 10, 2011
    1
    I got bored of this game 5 years ago. I can say that. Because nothings changed. Hell they cant even create a New engine to push the series forward. Im all for cyber warfare, See you on the BATTLEIFELD.
  39. Vertigo
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    I'm giving this game an 8. I haven't completed the campaign yet but so far I think it's great. I don't know why people keep saying it's the "same thing". It is a continuation of a story, so what exactly were you expecting? The multiplayer is pretty much the same, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. I think the new came modes are pretty nice and add some change in pace to theI'm giving this game an 8. I haven't completed the campaign yet but so far I think it's great. I don't know why people keep saying it's the "same thing". It is a continuation of a story, so what exactly were you expecting? The multiplayer is pretty much the same, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. I think the new came modes are pretty nice and add some change in pace to the traditional run and gun gameplay. In regards to the graphics, they may not be superb but they're far from horrible. The game looks good, and plays relatively well. Simply put, if you enjoyed the last call of duty, than you should enjoy this one as well.… Expand
  40. yoda1103
    Nov 10, 2011
    0
    The garbage you've paying $60 every year is back and now it want to take another $50 for a service called Elite, what a rip off! MW3 is slapped together campaign, and a rehash of online feature. Stay away from games like this and get a quality game like Skyrim.
  41. Poloroid
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    There is a huge diferent, if u watch the mw2, it doesnt have definiton on the arms u have on u hands, it looks as u d have as modeling a box in 3d with more little boxes in it, but this new mw3 really make u to feel sure as u re really carry on a real arm.

    u have more realist maps and bigers than before i really aproach their great work on this, and i know, this is not the end, i know    There is a huge diferent, if u watch the mw2, it doesnt have definiton on the arms u have on u hands, it looks as u d have as modeling a box in 3d with more little boxes in it, but this new mw3 really make u to feel sure as u re really carry on a real arm.

    u have more realist maps and bigers than before i really aproach their great work on this, and i know, this is not the end, i know they will give us new and good games as this with more and more dedication as this one.    … Expand
  42. cisconabisco
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Call of Duty 4 Modern Warfare changed the way First Person Shooters were presented from then on. Then came Modern Warfare 2, a drastic overhaul to the gui and accessibility for newcomers while adding a huge amount of unlocks to make it a significant update. Unfortunantly for gamers, Modern Warfare 3 doesn't have the as much of update. This year's entry brings withit a new singleplayer campaign that raps up previous stories nicely, if antidramaticly. (I'd be impressed if someone playing the game felt bad for some of the characters dying) Multiplayer is still there, and better than ever. Unfortunantly, th8is year's entry brings with it no major overhaul, and no real reason to play it over MW2, Black Ops, or even Call of duty 4. Compared to the sea of other Triple A games coming out this season, there is little reason to pick "this year's" modern warfare over the competition.… Expand
  43. critix
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    If you played and liked MW2, you'll really like MW3.
    MW2 versus MW3. (Compared on a Samsung 63" Plasma w/ Surround Sound)
    The VISUALS have a lot more color, deeper blacks and detail. Note: MW2 was a great looking game. The AUDIO has more layers and is much deeper with a lot more character to everything. The GAMEPLAY feels refined and tighter. OVERALL this game is reference and a showcase    If you played and liked MW2, you'll really like MW3.
    MW2 versus MW3. (Compared on a Samsung 63" Plasma w/ Surround Sound)

    The VISUALS have a lot more color, deeper blacks and detail. Note: MW2 was a great looking game.
    The AUDIO has more layers and is much deeper with a lot more character to everything.
    The GAMEPLAY feels refined and tighter.
    OVERALL this game is reference and a showcase for any respectable home-theater and is highly recommended.

    Ultimately, if you don't like this game then you should find another hobby.

    This game does not deserve anything less than a 8.5 or really a 9.

    MW3 is about as good as gaming gets for this generation of consoles.    … Expand
  44. robdmfd1
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    First let me say most of these reviews must be by bf3 lovers because this game deserves no less than a 9 no matter how you judge it. It is great, it adds on the things we love about mw2, its the best multiplayer yet, it has awesome new maps, graphics, and tons of options. The review before mine is an obvious attempt to disparage the game from some goofball, bf3 seriously? I played theFirst let me say most of these reviews must be by bf3 lovers because this game deserves no less than a 9 no matter how you judge it. It is great, it adds on the things we love about mw2, its the best multiplayer yet, it has awesome new maps, graphics, and tons of options. The review before mine is an obvious attempt to disparage the game from some goofball, bf3 seriously? I played the beta, it doesnt even compare.… Expand
  45. Leno
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I am appauled. And as a Call of Duty fan, and as a die hard gamer so I should be. I have personally loved and have played all of the previous modern warfare games + Black Ops. This is so dissapointing beacuse I wanted to like this. It is important in this day in age that in a world where we are rebelling against corporate greed that games like this should be scorned as the producers behindI am appauled. And as a Call of Duty fan, and as a die hard gamer so I should be. I have personally loved and have played all of the previous modern warfare games + Black Ops. This is so dissapointing beacuse I wanted to like this. It is important in this day in age that in a world where we are rebelling against corporate greed that games like this should be scorned as the producers behind them make shameless money grabs.

    It is important to note that this is not Infinity Wards fault, as most of the staff were fired or left in discust when they were not adequately renumerated for their previous efforts (activision cutting costs). Sledgehammer is just another **** company that made games that no one likes or cares about.

    The fact that you create a game that is 'simmilar' is one thing. The fact that you do not innovate the engine, textures, sounds or gameplay is another.

    To the conceed to make multiplayer maps that restrict play and force you to run about an metaphorical abbatoir is another. Run down this alleyway, this alleyway. where is the fun in that. There is no zombies, face paints, wager modes, and then they shamelessly copy halo headhunter modes and rebadge them as 'kill confirmed'. Thats not innovative, its just wrong!

    I will be returning my copy tomorow, not beacuse it is a bad game (although it is) but beacuse it is a sham. It is a discrase and if i want to play MW i will play one of its predecessors. And what is this elite **** 69 dollars a year? What happened to a time of you buy a game once and you get constant support?

    I know a lot of fan boys say yeah BF3 fans are just complaining, however, at least they have dedicated servers? First DLC? Yeah its free, oh and it may not perform at 60fps but its new and it tries different things.

    OPEN MAPS NOPE, SPAWNS **** rating 2 out of ten beaucse if this was another series, everyone would rate it like this too.    … Expand
  46. rbxchrist
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    just going to throw this out there if you don't like a game ok give it a bad review but if you at least part of the game don't give it a 0 give it a 2 or a 3 . This is a decent game i have fun playing it yea it very similar to MW2 but improved and more balanced . if you think about it battle field 3 is basically a updated game of bad company 2 (same game play/controls,better but graphicsjust going to throw this out there if you don't like a game ok give it a bad review but if you at least part of the game don't give it a 0 give it a 2 or a 3 . This is a decent game i have fun playing it yea it very similar to MW2 but improved and more balanced . if you think about it battle field 3 is basically a updated game of bad company 2 (same game play/controls,better but graphics and building destruction). i just prefer a fast pace call of duty over battlefields more slower/tactical pace. that's just my opinion… Expand
  47. curtdaddio
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Great game. The gameplay runs silky smooth, the graphics are clear and crisp, the new additions to multiplayer loadouts are a welcome improvement, and spec ops is as fun and addicting as ever. I personally like the run and gun gameplay of black ops, but that is not a flaw of modern warfare 3 but rather a playstyle preference. Modern warfare 3 is fun and gives you a lot of bang for your buck.
  48. AKuma13
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It has exceeded my expectations and I think it has improved over the last 2 in the series. I really enjoyed the campaign and am kinda diggin the multi player. I feel like I stand a chance of getting better instead of owned 100% of the time. Its feels VERY polished and looks incredible even for an older engine. If it works why fix it? id tech never ceases to amaze me.… Expand
  49. evilxmunkee
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    Let me say I am not a COD fan, but I believe this game is superb, the multiplayer is far better than its predecessors, and it just feels fun. I always did love nazi zombies, truthfully it is the only reason I even purchased black ops, but I bought this one on a shot that maybe they have improved it.
    So as far as multiplayer goes, its superb! Now the reason for the 8? I gave it an 8 because    Let me say I am not a COD fan, but I believe this game is superb, the multiplayer is far better than its predecessors, and it just feels fun. I always did love nazi zombies, truthfully it is the only reason I even purchased black ops, but I bought this one on a shot that maybe they have improved it.
    So as far as multiplayer goes, its superb! Now the reason for the 8? I gave it an 8 because it lacks in single player. If you want a great single player game... best to wait for Saints Row 3 or Skyrim, something that is worth your money. The campaign in here has been shot to 6 hours of gameplay (really???)
    I hope all developers take careful consideration with the single player.... focus on this like UC3 did! that game is amazing, hours have been put into it and im still playing the single player.
    Bar none best multiplayer for FPS fans, worth it if you are into that kind of game!    … Expand
  50. GermanScientist
    Nov 10, 2011
    7
    The Call Of Duty series is more like an addiction then just a video-game. This shows alot with Modern Warfare 3 when Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer have seemingly made "a new game" with as little effort as possible.

    They've recycled multiple buildings and scenery from previous Call Of Duty-titles, and in the story mode they seem to have ran out of ideas re-using alot of the old ones, like    The Call Of Duty series is more like an addiction then just a video-game. This shows alot with Modern Warfare 3 when Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer have seemingly made "a new game" with as little effort as possible.

    They've recycled multiple buildings and scenery from previous Call Of Duty-titles, and in the story mode they seem to have ran out of ideas re-using alot of the old ones, like running from gunfire over rooftops and whilst your teammates jump down onto a lower roof and keep on running, when you jump down there the roof collapses and you need to find another way.

    It's unoriginal, and nothing more then what people could've expected... The multiplayer had some overhauling but not all that much.

    7(.5) out of 10.0

    It's good but i feel like they took too many shortcuts. Here's hoping Treyarch will do better with "Black Ops 2".    … Expand
  51. Unshapedmovie9
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    The game was just wonderful!!..........haters will hate it but its multiplayer is really addictive the addition of survival mode surely is sweet and even though it may be more of the same it works!!......i haven't played the campaign yet(just got it today)but special ops and multiplayer had me glued to the screen the whole day i recommend this game to all first person shooter fans. theThe game was just wonderful!!..........haters will hate it but its multiplayer is really addictive the addition of survival mode surely is sweet and even though it may be more of the same it works!!......i haven't played the campaign yet(just got it today)but special ops and multiplayer had me glued to the screen the whole day i recommend this game to all first person shooter fans. the graphics were off but i think that's pretty much excusable.… Expand
  52. blessyourface13
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    MW3 is fun and has some great moments. The new multiplayer modes are definitely great, and the spec ops is great for fun with friends. The user score of MW3 is not low because it is horrible, but most likely because Battlefield 3 fanboys simply couldn't accept that MW3 is a good game.
  53. Fort57
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I have been a huge fan of the Modern Warfare series ever since the first game. I was mostly interested in the campaign aspect of the game, and Sledgehammer games delivered. The action sequences were superb and the plot line was excellent. From what I've seen from the multiplayer, it is not much different from MW2 but I am always excited to try out the new weapons and maps. Great game overall.
  54. Blueninja45
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Thus far, I have only played the Campaign, but I have extremely enjoyed it. One of the best campaigns I have ever played. I haven't played multiplayer AT ALL yet, but I really want to! Highly recommended!! Better story than Black Ops, in my opinion.
  55. Snyde
    Nov 10, 2011
    5
    The new Kill Confirmed mode is a good addition, as is the updated spec ops mode. Negative points for nerfing the noob tube. The graphics definitely seem less cartoony than Black Ops did.
  56. cdechnik12889
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I really like the changes they brought to franchise with this one. Kill confirmed is a great game mode that just about eliminates all campers. There's a wider selection of hardcore game types. Not as much customization as black ops but still enough to always give you something new to try. Ability to changevparty leader is a nice addition. Maps are big but everyone gives the option of longI really like the changes they brought to franchise with this one. Kill confirmed is a great game mode that just about eliminates all campers. There's a wider selection of hardcore game types. Not as much customization as black ops but still enough to always give you something new to try. Ability to changevparty leader is a nice addition. Maps are big but everyone gives the option of long or close range combat. I gave this a nine because nothing is perfect but for me its pretty close.… Expand
  57. Peptide
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    CoD has a formula. We know what it is. Change it drastically and its not CoD anymore. Within this that we accept, MW3 does CoD better than ever before. It has presented new mechanics and game modes that spice up an existing franchise as much as an existing franchise can be spiced up. This is entertainment. This is fun. The people rating it a 0 are either saboteurs or just winingCoD has a formula. We know what it is. Change it drastically and its not CoD anymore. Within this that we accept, MW3 does CoD better than ever before. It has presented new mechanics and game modes that spice up an existing franchise as much as an existing franchise can be spiced up. This is entertainment. This is fun. The people rating it a 0 are either saboteurs or just wining crying babies who quibble over minutiae. Please don't expect me to cry for you because you feel that the guns reload to fast. You need to become a game developer and create the changes you want. But first....put your game for sale up on eBay and sell it to someone who wants to have fun. Whatever you do....don't play it again or you are a hyppocrit. Game of the year.....no. Great game that is a lot of fun.....yes.… Expand
  58. Iceghost21
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    I have been playing this game with friends online and through the single player campaign. I'm glad that they concluded the story in the single player campaign, and though some of the changes to the multiplayer (online) may have been small, in the end the existing online was great, and I feel they improved upon it, though the improvements may have been small. I feel they met all of myI have been playing this game with friends online and through the single player campaign. I'm glad that they concluded the story in the single player campaign, and though some of the changes to the multiplayer (online) may have been small, in the end the existing online was great, and I feel they improved upon it, though the improvements may have been small. I feel they met all of my expectations, but that is my opinion and that's all these are...… Expand
  59. Drewboo31
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Sure it is the same game it is a FPS war game what do expect. You know beforehand what you are going to get so quit complaining. Instead of complaining on sites like this why donâ
  60. FamousSS44
    Nov 18, 2011
    10
    I find all you COD haters a joke saw one said innovation yet you give zelda a 10 same god damn concept for the last 20 years. Dont get me wrong I love the zelda franchise but if you gonna say games are meant with innovation well where the hell has nintendo been? This game represents the end of a 3 part story now if you think its a sequel your nuts the single player itself was the best ofI find all you COD haters a joke saw one said innovation yet you give zelda a 10 same god damn concept for the last 20 years. Dont get me wrong I love the zelda franchise but if you gonna say games are meant with innovation well where the hell has nintendo been? This game represents the end of a 3 part story now if you think its a sequel your nuts the single player itself was the best of the last 2 games. And sure you can beat the game in 3 hours playing on recruit do yourself a favor and play on veteran and give your ass a challenge. It just makes me frustrated that most of the reviews on this game is solely on there hate for activision. And to say thats not so well your lying to yourself.… Expand
  61. Vyeth
    Nov 10, 2011
    7
    This is a fine example of why cross-threading series is a bad idea in a short span of time. When Modern Warfare 2 broke records and it's way into peoples hearts, it set the tone for the "high profile" release date for the series. I know many like myself were looking forward to the continuation of the Modern Warfare storyline, instead we were helped to a heaping mass of unrelated cold warThis is a fine example of why cross-threading series is a bad idea in a short span of time. When Modern Warfare 2 broke records and it's way into peoples hearts, it set the tone for the "high profile" release date for the series. I know many like myself were looking forward to the continuation of the Modern Warfare storyline, instead we were helped to a heaping mass of unrelated cold war era warfare. Black Op's success was related DIRECTLY to the success of modern warfare. People did not simply say they were playing Black Ops, but they were saying that they were playing a Call Of Duty game. Activision had a golden ticket to use with the same engine and they used it on Black Ops. On the heels of a reinvigorated Battlefield 3 with the new frostbite engine, Activision had NO choice but to do some re-invention of their own or face being shadowed by the new "Oohs and Ahhs". The single player campaign is still worthy of a Hollywood award and although the soundtrack falls a bit flat compared to Warfare 2's masterpiece, it still works to add emotion.

    Modern Warfare 3 is a gem that could have made an impact had it come before Black Op's however with new pretty engines coming out for most newer offerings this year many people find it difficult to enjoy the game as much they did Black Ops.

    Until the team develops a new way to show off the franchise, it is no longer the king of the genre.

    I'd hate to say it but if they plan on continuing their annual release schedule they are going to definitely need to develop a new engine that rivals the frostbite or this could spell the end of the trendy age of Call Of Duty..    … Expand
  62. LmfaoKaiThx
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Everytime I try to write a review, it tells me it can't be more than 5000 characters long, despite saying I have extra left over.. Disappointing review system... So here's another try. All I'll say is the game plays like a polished version of the other COD's, the only downside to the game is the maps. Otherwise, it's the best yet. Surival is fun, SpecOps is good, Campaign is short butEverytime I try to write a review, it tells me it can't be more than 5000 characters long, despite saying I have extra left over.. Disappointing review system... So here's another try. All I'll say is the game plays like a polished version of the other COD's, the only downside to the game is the maps. Otherwise, it's the best yet. Surival is fun, SpecOps is good, Campaign is short but good, similar to the others. most complaints are it's 'outdated graphics' and 'same game.' Well.. Welcome to the THIRD game in the series, you can't expect it to be changed too drastically. Honestly, I love how it feels aside from the maps. Best yet. As for the graphics.. It still looks perfectly fine. It keeps up with pretty much every other FPS, it's good solid graphics at good, solid 60FPS. Campaign: 7/10
    SpecOps:9/10
    Survival:9/10
    Multiplayer: 8/10
    Overall: 9/10
    Unless you dislike the other MW games, there's no reason not to get this one. It polishes up the multiplayer beautifully. (Also, on the same weapons comments: What do you expect? It's MODERN WARFARE 3. Lol. Modern warfare only leaves so many options for the weaponry, as only so many guns are in common use/potential use. As is, the weapons are wonderful, if anything it's the maps that hurts their use.)    … Expand
  63. TjBurton
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    After completing the first two Modern Warfare games, getting the third was a no brainer and I wasn't hugely hopeful for the third as it looked pretty much the same as the other two.

    I queued up for the midnight launch and when I got home, I couldn't stop playing the campaign until about 10am when I couldn't stay awake any longer. Every time I pick it up, I struggle to put it back down. It    After completing the first two Modern Warfare games, getting the third was a no brainer and I wasn't hugely hopeful for the third as it looked pretty much the same as the other two.

    I queued up for the midnight launch and when I got home, I couldn't stop playing the campaign until about 10am when I couldn't stay awake any longer. Every time I pick it up, I struggle to put it back down. It feels like a really solid game, but admittedly, does feel very similar to the other two and lacks imagination that could've put it on another level. Multiplayer feels as solid as ever and I didn't find it tiresome like I found with Black Ops after just a few plays. Survival mode is a very welcome addition to vary the gameplay a small bit as well as having Spec Ops Co-op missions which I look forward to plowing through. Altogether, this is still basically the Modern Warfare we all know and love/ hate but much more refined. The harsh user reviews this game has got feels unjust, I find it's still one of the most compelling, solid and fluid first person shooters out there compared to most others of this genre. I don't know what people's expectations for this was like, but from the first two it should be obvious what to expect from the third and if you played the first two to death and found it getting limp, this won't do much to reignite your interest but if you played the first two a moderate amount and found it enjoyable, you'll like this just as much if not more.

    10/10 for being the most solid and enjoyable shooter I've played yet this year.    … Expand
  64. Richie0427
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    This is a fantastic game with the exception of Call of Duty Elite which does not work. How can you not expect everyone who buys MW3 to use Elite when it's free? Poor planning but overall an exceptional game.
  65. Forgiven1010
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Wow this just sickens me. Seriously?!? You battlefield fans need to get a life, and go back to your so called best game ever (please.....) Battlefield is a great game, (I've spent 20 hours playing it to know that it is) but it is in no way similar to COD. Take the game for what it is, and grow up. I don't care if they release one every year, you are clearly deceived if you think that EAWow this just sickens me. Seriously?!? You battlefield fans need to get a life, and go back to your so called best game ever (please.....) Battlefield is a great game, (I've spent 20 hours playing it to know that it is) but it is in no way similar to COD. Take the game for what it is, and grow up. I don't care if they release one every year, you are clearly deceived if you think that EA isn't doing the same thing....... Battlefield 3 this year, Medal of honor the next. Hmmmmm those are both dice games, just different titles. Smart, but dumb tactic if you have any lick of common sense. I love this game, sure the multiplayer is the same, (but then again so is battlefield, I'm beginning to see a trend here.) but they have fixed it to appeal to the newer players and such. The story is still amazing, and finally wraps up the trilogy. Infinity Ward is the original developers of COD and they know how to do it best. Do not listen to these battlefield trolls. They're a bunch of sorry losers who have nothing better to do in there life but jump on metacritic and bash the game that is beating the scores and sales of there so called GOTY. Get a life, and grow up. I'm tired of all this nonsense. I love battlefield, but the fans make it look like a children's playground. I rated battlefield a 10 and this a 10 because they both deserve it (because I've actually played both unlike these reviewers). Get this game, and if you have not played the other two, I strongly recommend. They are great games and they hold up!… Expand
  66. romain62
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Très bon jeu, sauf les graphismes ou c'est un peu près pareil. Une campagne très explosif !

    De très bonne nouveautés, bref, c'est un très bon jeu !
  67. Iconoclysm
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game should be about an 8-9...but to offset the number of critically handicapped children, it gets a 10.

    It's a new installment to a SERIES on the same hardware technology as the last 4 games from the series. Do not expect drastically new looking graphics or gameplay, though both have evolved slightly and smoothed out greatly over the past few years.
  68. forever_alone
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The best COD yet, sure it may be repetitive but isn't it the same COD we all know and love? The multiplayer is the best than its ever been and the campaign is extremely fun not to mention the spec ops and the survival mode.
  69. NosmoRex
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Modern Warfare 3 has indeed lived up to all the hype. A strong campaign mode as always, supported by the most immersive multiplayer mode of ANY military shooter. Smooth controls, excellent situational awarenees, and challenging modes all add up to an addictive FPS. It's unfortunate the BF3 fanboys have come in en masse to skew the user ratings. Bottom line: Modern Warfare 3 to the the bestModern Warfare 3 has indeed lived up to all the hype. A strong campaign mode as always, supported by the most immersive multiplayer mode of ANY military shooter. Smooth controls, excellent situational awarenees, and challenging modes all add up to an addictive FPS. It's unfortunate the BF3 fanboys have come in en masse to skew the user ratings. Bottom line: Modern Warfare 3 to the the best military FPS on the planet, bar none.… Expand
  70. DaltonK17
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    I thought I would give a little review on the game seeming I like to help. This is a great game, don't get me wrong I love it but there is a couple of problems which I recommend Sledgehammer/IW work on such as a new engine. I'm feeling no change in the game from the previous Call Of Duty's. Okay, the pace of the game is slower, speed it up! The maps aren't really good for air support butI thought I would give a little review on the game seeming I like to help. This is a great game, don't get me wrong I love it but there is a couple of problems which I recommend Sledgehammer/IW work on such as a new engine. I'm feeling no change in the game from the previous Call Of Duty's. Okay, the pace of the game is slower, speed it up! The maps aren't really good for air support but great for CQC I gave it an eight for those reasons. Campaign great, Spec Ops great.

    Also, add Dedi servers!    … Expand
  71. Rob_G
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Look, BF3 and MW3 are different games that appeal to different people. Everyone needs to grow up and learn to accept other peoples' opinions. Yeah, I agree, the character models/everything else is the same as MW2, not a whole lot of work done on the presentation. As far as the campaign or spec ops goes, couldn't care less. As a COD fan, I am willing to pay $60 a year purely for the joyLook, BF3 and MW3 are different games that appeal to different people. Everyone needs to grow up and learn to accept other peoples' opinions. Yeah, I agree, the character models/everything else is the same as MW2, not a whole lot of work done on the presentation. As far as the campaign or spec ops goes, couldn't care less. As a COD fan, I am willing to pay $60 a year purely for the joy of getting the largest group of people to play with in a game I love.… Expand
  72. ultraviolent721
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    The game is great. Not perfect, mind you. The Battlefield kids are like a plague. Don't miss out! Oh yea, Kill Confirmed is one of the best modes ever implicated into a fps. Great job, Activision, Sledgehammer, and IW!
  73. faelvasco
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Amei esse jogo, na verdade saiu uma franquia como call of duty é muito dificil de não gostar. Modo campanha muito bom e multiplayer então nem se fala. Varios modos de jogos pra variar, recomendo a todos
  74. JcbDemo
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    MW3 is continuing what fans have loved over and over.. the story is enjoyable..exciting and far better then some similar genre's stories..multiplayer is fun and addictive as always. So what it still has the same feeling over and over..people like it..and the amount of sales shows that. People enjoy bashing the game. I enjoyed it greatly, and a ton of other people playing now agree.
  75. dbz0987654321
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    It may be the same feel as MW2 but you will quickly see the differences between MW2 and MW3. Multiplayer has new everything and Special Ops is a breath of fresh air! Great game over all.
  76. AssassinPro
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    All these 'Negative' reviews are nonsense. I can understand some people may have faults they can find with the game and some for some people it might not even be their cup of tea, but to even suggest this is a bad game is a insult to the hard work that the developers have clearly put in.

    The Single Player is superb, with every mission revelantly linking to the story as opposed to a series    All these 'Negative' reviews are nonsense. I can understand some people may have faults they can find with the game and some for some people it might not even be their cup of tea, but to even suggest this is a bad game is a insult to the hard work that the developers have clearly put in.

    The Single Player is superb, with every mission revelantly linking to the story as opposed to a series of huge spectacular moments. Its a decent length and keeps your hooked all the way through. Spec Ops is brilliant, it would be nice to play with more than two people but its really great fun none the less. Lots of variety in the missions and plenty of unlocks to keep it replayable.

    The multiplayer is more of the same, but refined. Sure there are problems, there are far too many quickscopers as sniper rifles are far too powerful and explosives are completely useless against people with blast shield prop. However the improvements they have made are brilliant, the prestige shop is a welcome feature, the gun leveling system works really well and rewards players who are good players with particular guns.

    Overall Modern Warfare is just a fun game to play with friends. If your playing yourself you can still have a good time but the ultimate experience is when you play in a group.

    In reality this game is probably a 9. Its a really good game but not perfect. However since the game is being unfairly represented by fanboys and haters I felt it is only fair to try and balance it out slightly a give it a 10.    … Expand
  77. AntiTrol
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game retains its hold on the best shooter on the market. Graphics are impressive, best in class controls, and after 14 hours of play its amazingly bug free, cant say that about other shooters on the market. New modes kill confirmed and team defender are great. This game keeps getting better and better. Dont listent to the battlefield 3 trolls spewing their hate on here. This game isThis game retains its hold on the best shooter on the market. Graphics are impressive, best in class controls, and after 14 hours of play its amazingly bug free, cant say that about other shooters on the market. New modes kill confirmed and team defender are great. This game keeps getting better and better. Dont listent to the battlefield 3 trolls spewing their hate on here. This game is a must buy.… Expand
  78. Huega12
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    People knew it's CoD and wasn't going to change much yet still going to complain, in the end it's your fault for hyping yourself up so much it is fun though.
    For everyone saying its the same as MW2, what do you think a sequel is? Most sequels are like the previous game. The call of duty series is for more fast pace action where battlefield is for more strategic spaced out action. The    People knew it's CoD and wasn't going to change much yet still going to complain, in the end it's your fault for hyping yourself up so much it is fun though.
    For everyone saying its the same as MW2, what do you think a sequel is? Most sequels are like the previous game. The call of duty series is for more fast pace action where battlefield is for more strategic spaced out action. The gameplay is completely different an it is soley personal preference which style you prefer. For me I like to mix it up and think both games are outstanding..
    Great game...    … Expand
  79. colbyfh
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    A great game. It come's with alot of content via campaign, spec ops, and multiplayer. Smooth frames, fast paced action and multiplayer with friends that's fun and engaging. I would recommend CoD to anyone.
  80. novatribe
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    How can i put this bluntly....if you loved MW2....there is ZERO WAY you won't LOVE MW3. I know it's POPULAR to randomly hate the most popular thing out there. Hell, I'M even in that crowd. However, MW3 does a great job at remembering what it is.....a video game who's purpose is to be engaging, fun, and entertaining above all else. It's a TOTAL package featuring hundreds of hours ofHow can i put this bluntly....if you loved MW2....there is ZERO WAY you won't LOVE MW3. I know it's POPULAR to randomly hate the most popular thing out there. Hell, I'M even in that crowd. However, MW3 does a great job at remembering what it is.....a video game who's purpose is to be engaging, fun, and entertaining above all else. It's a TOTAL package featuring hundreds of hours of gameplay, multitudes of modes for multiplayer gamers, a tight single-player package and loads upon LOADS of unlockable goodies that will keep any gamer with a pulse busy for months on end.

    They say the public like to build things up just to break them down, and that old adage holds true here. Modern Warfare 3 is the most popular thing to hate because quite frankly, it's the most popular thing, well.....PERIOD.

    The game is extraordinarily well programmed, graphic engine is stellar locked at 60 fps, and it's hard to fault a game that stays close to a formula that quite frankly created what the modern shooter is and does.

    Do not let the internet crafty fool you.....a lot of the time the internet nerd world will find a way to hate on something popular in real life. It's the fun thing to do.

    This game is FANTASTIC and you would be a fool to rate or believe this game is anything less than an 8 on a bad day. It's technically and superficially an outstanding game that continues to DEFINE this generation of multiplayer excellence.

    No game is perfect, so i don't give 10's. I'd knock this game if for only the fact the texture work could be improved in the graphics department and sound design could use a little work.

    Flame on.

    www.novatribe.com    … Expand
  81. FUSIONCHA0S
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    All these negative reviews are from people who play BF3, or overwhelmed themselves in a sequel they new was over the top amazing but ended up hating it because they expected too much. I personally love MW3, and all the other past titles. They added a bunch of new weapons, record videos of game play, new maps, perks, and a ton of other stuff. If you seriously don't like MW3, then goAll these negative reviews are from people who play BF3, or overwhelmed themselves in a sequel they new was over the top amazing but ended up hating it because they expected too much. I personally love MW3, and all the other past titles. They added a bunch of new weapons, record videos of game play, new maps, perks, and a ton of other stuff. If you seriously don't like MW3, then go back to Battlefield 3 or a different game. Its your loss that you bought this game or played it. Every guest I talk to at Target say they love the game and enjoy multi player most of all. I have no regret in buying this game, I've been playing it since the midnight launch, and enjoy being able to pick up a game where I know how to play and not having to learn the multi player so much. I've played both BF3 and MW3 and I would choose MW3 over BF3 because it doesn't have the million glitches and bugs that BF3 has since day 1, the game came out. Don't forget the times that BF3 servers where down, (MULTIPLE TIMES) which also happened on day 1 of release. Besides, why would they change a ton of stuff in MW3 when you knew the story had to continue, EVERYONE! loved MW2, so why would they change everything about MW3 if people enjoyed what they where playing already.… Expand
  82. seancoppens
    Nov 10, 2011
    7
    What happened to enjoying a game for the single player experience and the story?

    MW3 STILL has the most involved and mind-blowing single player. BF3 (which MW3 is being compared with) has one of the most disappointing single player experiences I've eve had. I appreciate the game designers and producers actually put time in to the single player experience. Great job, yet again! That    What happened to enjoying a game for the single player experience and the story?

    MW3 STILL has the most involved and mind-blowing single player. BF3 (which MW3 is being compared with) has one of the most disappointing single player experiences I've eve had. I appreciate the game designers and producers actually put time in to the single player experience. Great job, yet again!

    That being said, the multiplayer has much left to be desired. The maps are tiny and full of NoobTubers. Levels are setup for massive sniping kills (which is fine if you snipe, MOST players don't) and game modes are not impressive.

    I don't think it's fair to expect a "whole new gaming experience" from the Modern Warfare series. It's still a Call of Duty game. Why does every expect it to be so different all of a sudden? If you liked MW2, you'll have fun with this game.    … Expand
  83. DoctorRagePhD
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Modern Warfare 3 is a great game. Of course the single player is only a few hours long but the multiplayer is greatly improved. There are no more insanely overpowered killstreaks and it actually focuses on the gun on gun fights.
  84. marioslive
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Best COD since Modern Warfare in 2007. The guns sound excellent , best in the series. The killstreaks are very well balanced. Very fluent gameplay. It doesn't disappoint at all , don't understand the negativity, must be battlefield fans mad that they're game couldn't match up to this.
  85. Deliqquent
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    First of all I love the game and where it is now. I think the dev team tried very hard to battle one of the hardest aspects of the game which is camping during multiplayer play. In there defense I believe they did the best that they could have done and in return you get a fast paced multiplayer setting that requires players to rely more on marksmanship, concealment and strength in yourFirst of all I love the game and where it is now. I think the dev team tried very hard to battle one of the hardest aspects of the game which is camping during multiplayer play. In there defense I believe they did the best that they could have done and in return you get a fast paced multiplayer setting that requires players to rely more on marksmanship, concealment and strength in your team to win matches no longer are players able to rely only on hip firing and hiding in corners to successful. The game looks great a needed but small facelift. The campaign storyline is quite complex and if not paying attention you may miss some info but all in all a great finish with the beloved cpt price and soap. The game is worth the money and does not dissapoint, for new players I would suggest you take your time online and learn strategies and be ready to change up your style of play if a camper or wall sitter. Thankyou infinity ward and sledgehammer great game… Expand
  86. Die20
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I am a call of duty vet. I have played every call of duty game ever made and this one is the most different. I feel that the hit boxes are a little off when the game lags, survival mode could have included more killstreaks (i.e. AC 130 or Chopper gunner), and the single players was WAY TO SHORT. Also, I feel that in the process of trying to make the game more balanced, the developersI am a call of duty vet. I have played every call of duty game ever made and this one is the most different. I feel that the hit boxes are a little off when the game lags, survival mode could have included more killstreaks (i.e. AC 130 or Chopper gunner), and the single players was WAY TO SHORT. Also, I feel that in the process of trying to make the game more balanced, the developers removed what made call of duty great: Capitalism. The concept of providing those who generate kills with the ability to acquire more kills is what made call of duty great. That is what kill streaks were made for. However, the developers took a capitalistic reward structure and made it socialist. Now, has my KD or win ratio been affected? no but it does upset me to see a kid who has only 1 kill call in an airdrop. I do feel that the changes made though provide for a different game, one that I do not like. With all that said, I still play it religiously and will continue to until the new call of duty launches next year or when Respawn Interactive drops their new title. Welcome to the first digital FPS monopoly.… Expand
  87. miko007
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    I just finished the canpign and its soooooo good i´ve never been excited about a game that much all my life its just thrill ride and the multiplayer is great. Call of Duty : Modern Warfare 3 = Simply A Masterpiece
    5/5
  88. RockstarZen
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    A 3.2 Average score is baffling to me - I think this is the most finely tuned COD game ever, and they have packed a ton into the Co-op section. The guns look and sound fantastic, and they level up providing you with the ability to tweak them without wasting a perk (ie: Bullet Penetration, Two Attachments). The perks are more balanced than ever and have me thinking about using all of theA 3.2 Average score is baffling to me - I think this is the most finely tuned COD game ever, and they have packed a ton into the Co-op section. The guns look and sound fantastic, and they level up providing you with the ability to tweak them without wasting a perk (ie: Bullet Penetration, Two Attachments). The perks are more balanced than ever and have me thinking about using all of the class slots (never done that before). Great to be back with IW after yet another one of Treyarchs multi-player travesties (I loved it when the guy I was shooting in Black Ops would turn around after soaking up have a clip and kill me).
    The single player is exactly what you would expect it to be, but the familiar locales (NY, London, Paris, Hamburg, etc..) add a poignancy that has been lacking. COD is what it is, if you bought this you knew what you were getting. I get the feeling that these negative reviewers would go to Burger King and complain that there were too many Burgers on the menu.    … Expand
  89. gmullinix
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    How could you say its a low score! It's a great game! It's exactly what we wanted, a new and creative game with new perks, kill streaks, and game play. The campaign is excellent and the graphics, sounds, and fluency are 10/10 compared to any other game I've seen. Battlefield 3 doesn't even compare, graphically. They've added little things that make the overall gameplay excellent, I loveHow could you say its a low score! It's a great game! It's exactly what we wanted, a new and creative game with new perks, kill streaks, and game play. The campaign is excellent and the graphics, sounds, and fluency are 10/10 compared to any other game I've seen. Battlefield 3 doesn't even compare, graphically. They've added little things that make the overall gameplay excellent, I love hearing what people have to say after I kill them with the ability to now listen for 3 seconds after killing someone. ITS A GREAT GAME!… Expand
  90. hoodlum91
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is by far the best modern warfare game. The visuals are definitely much better than its prequel modern warfare 2. You just can't stop playing this game, as it pushes in copious amounts of adrenaline which you never get from any other game out there. The game-play is better, cinematics improved. More and more guns. What else do you need from a classic first person shooter like MW fromThis is by far the best modern warfare game. The visuals are definitely much better than its prequel modern warfare 2. You just can't stop playing this game, as it pushes in copious amounts of adrenaline which you never get from any other game out there. The game-play is better, cinematics improved. More and more guns. What else do you need from a classic first person shooter like MW from Activision. One more thing to add: xbox 360 version is way better than the ps3 one.… Expand
  91. Hotspur96
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    The game is great. I have completed campaign and love multiplayer. I don't see why people having been rating the game so badly it is a definite step up to Black Ops where I found my self only playing when I had friends over to play zombies or total boredom had struck me. 10/10
  92. Lucky715
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Another great game and yes I'm a hardcore fan the single players good the multiplayer is amazing and it is still the single most addictive multiplayer you will ever experience. You will die a lot but as soon as u pass level 30 the customization to your guns, kill streaks and perks is nothing short of amazing. Call of duty is successful for a reason so stop hating on it. If it were allAnother great game and yes I'm a hardcore fan the single players good the multiplayer is amazing and it is still the single most addictive multiplayer you will ever experience. You will die a lot but as soon as u pass level 30 the customization to your guns, kill streaks and perks is nothing short of amazing. Call of duty is successful for a reason so stop hating on it. If it were all really true call of duty games would not sell as good as they do. Here's to modern warfare 3 and I hope they make Black ops 2 next year. Black ops was a stellar game and my personal favorite. Call it copy and past but the two games to be honest play different. Help boost up the user score of this game we have call of duty haters trying to scare people from buyin it. Call of duty for life!!!… Expand
  93. IIBadKarmaII
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    WOW! I knew that the impact of Infinity Ward's key designers would have an impact on MW3 but this is rediculous. By far the worst of the Modern Warfare series. I have always leaned towards Infinity Ward's Call of Duty versions but never again will I waste my money on trash games like this.
    The game plays and looks like some sort of arcade attempt at decent graphics and the functionality    WOW! I knew that the impact of Infinity Ward's key designers would have an impact on MW3 but this is rediculous. By far the worst of the Modern Warfare series. I have always leaned towards Infinity Ward's Call of Duty versions but never again will I waste my money on trash games like this.
    The game plays and looks like some sort of arcade attempt at decent graphics and the functionality is poor at best. They hardly followed any of the previous MW HUD formats or options, and I have no idea who their military advisors are but they are a joke (being that I have been an Army Infantryman and currently a private military/security contractor). I went to sleep last night as a level 53 and woke up a level 34, WTF? After 30mins on the "online customer service chat" with no response, I called and after an hour of waiting they took my information and told me that "they were working on the problem but couldn't fix give the rank back that I had played so long and hard for... Activion and NEW Infinity Ward are by far the worst game developers in the business. I always hated Treyark untill Black Ops which is amazing! WOW, that is all that I can say. I will never buy another Activision game made by Infinity Ward!    … Expand
  94. ALISN
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    MW3 is what every CoD fan should want. A polished version of the great game we all love. I'm surprised how many negative user reviews they are? How many of the bad reviews were written by disappointed BF3 players???? There's no such thing as a CoD killer
  95. DTardelli
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Very good game, some people are saying the same thing, but it must be the same as Modern Warfare is a well so they should have kept the same gameplay and etc. and keep the same graph is also best as even some modest PC's can run this game in a setting relatively good and so is better for the players.
  96. CGreen34
    Nov 10, 2011
    8
    While I did think the campaign was very predictable and the story was thrown together without a whole lot of things being explained...I like the game a lot.
    The campaign did have some pretty cool settings (New York, Paris, London, Somalia, etc.) and the weapons felt more realistic than in previous CoD iterations. The multiplayer is why anyone buys this game however, and is also the reason    While I did think the campaign was very predictable and the story was thrown together without a whole lot of things being explained...I like the game a lot.
    The campaign did have some pretty cool settings (New York, Paris, London, Somalia, etc.) and the weapons felt more realistic than in previous CoD iterations. The multiplayer is why anyone buys this game however, and is also the reason the game shines. Unlike BF3, CoD is frenetic, fast paced, and visceral. You don't have to run miles to get shot out of nowhere like in BF3. While I like MW3, I am disappointed that the story/campaign isn't like the old CoD games...the ones for PC. Those games had a great story, a difficult campaign, and excellent multiplayer. These days it seems like the game developers have to water everything down so the "casual" gamer can feel good about themselves.
    Pros: Multiplayer, multiplayer, multiplayer.
    Cons: Poor story, Spec Ops isn't as good as MW2.    … Expand
  97. nikky
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
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  98. Tenor68
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Gameplay au top, le multi est une tuerie ! C'est MW2 en encore mieux ! La campagne est très rythmée, on ne s'ennuie pas une seconde. Le MEILLEUR FPS !!!!!!!
  99. mariot332
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    this is a great game the people who are giving it a 0 are the skyrim **** they are only giving it a bad rating so people will buy there game instead this has everything i liked about there other games and they added on so much more that just make this game great
  100. GAV1TRON
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 81 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 79 out of 81
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 81
  3. Negative: 0 out of 81
  1. Gamer Limit
    Jan 11, 2012
    85
    Ultimately, Modern Warfare 3 feels similar to it's brethren, but that doesn't mean it isn't a great game. The single player element is still exciting, and multiplayer has more options than ever – if you're a fan of Call of Duty, Modern Warfare 3 is a no brainer.
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  2. Game Over Online
    Dec 28, 2011
    84
    Modern Warfare 3, while still an excellent thrill ride in its own right, feels far too similar to MW2 or even Black Ops for my taste.
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  3. Xbox World 360 Magazine UK
    Dec 12, 2011
    88
    I never expected Modern Warfare 3 to go toe-to-toe with EA's juggernaut this year, but it came out of the gates with a tour de force campaign and co-op mode. It loses points with a perhaps too-familiar multiplayer that caters to the juvenile on Xbox Live; though don't be mistaken, Modern Warfare 3 is one hell of a shooter and a highlight for a series that just won't die – no matter how much we wish it bloody would, at times.
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