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Activision
Release Date:
Also On: PC, Xbox 360
Metascore
88
Based on
39 Critics
User Score
3.1
Summary Back to top
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is a direct sequel to the previous game in the series, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, with a campaign storyline continuing the struggle of U.S. forces against an invasion by the Russian Federation following the framing of an undercover U.S. agent in a terrorist attack on Moscow. Together with classic Call of Duty multi-character control, Modern Warfare 3 contains deep multiplayer support, including two-player Co-op Survival mode. The game also contains all-new Kill Streak categories and customizable strike packages that offer more options for player combat styles and strategies. Expand
Starring: Tobey maguire, Zach Hanks, Sven Holmberg
Developer: Infinity Ward, Sledgehammer Games
Genre(s): Modern
Cheats: On GameFAQs
Rating: M
Critic Reviews Back to top
Positive:
38
Mixed:
1
Negative:
0
100
Gameblog.fr
Nov 8, 2011
Modern Warfare 3 concludes the trilogy with a solo campaign that goes beyond my expectations, and a multiplayer with subtle yet efficient revisions. It boasts better balancing and takes into account the supportive players more than ever compared to the regular solo guns blazing hero. Quite comprehensive, it also re-introduces the beloved Spec Ops mode, and the launch of Call of Duty Elite grants him the best available service in that category. Even though in terms of production values, and scope of the competitive multiplayer, Battlefield 3 harms Activision's champion, it remains a title that is firmly anchored to its traditional strengths, and doesn't get lazy. The lovers will be ecstatic, the haters gonna hate.
90
TotalPlayStation
Nov 15, 2011
Modern Warfare 3 doesn't bring a lot of new stuff to the table, but it has refined single-player and multiplayer experiences to the point where they are as slick as any Hollywood production.
90
Game Informer
Nov 8, 2011
Modern Warfare 3 meets expectations. The core elements of multiplayer and the campaign remain fundamentally unchanged, but the game serves as a great example of how many subtle tweaks can add up to an improved overall product.
90
Push Square
Feb 10, 2012
There's a tangible insistence from gamers that this series needs to evolve, but it seems unwarranted when it still leads the FPS class. The engine's definitely in need of an overhaul, but when it comes to thumping set-pieces and addictive multiplayer design, Modern Warfare 3 is still in a league of its own.
86
Gamers' Temple
Nov 22, 2011
It's all too familiar to MW2, and the multiplayer hasn't really changed either.
85
Armchair Empire
Nov 28, 2011
Some will be disappointed by the fact that MW3 is not a drastic departure from previous iterations of the series and that is a very valid criticism. MW3 still offers so much content and still proves to be one of the best online experiences around. MW3 is a game that will certainly keep you busy until next year's release.
70
Gamer.no
Nov 8, 2011
Modern Warfare 3 doesn't reinvent gunpowder, but sticks to the recipe of the previous games in the series. With a decent story and good multiplayer it's a game worth playing, but the lack of willingness to add improvements in gameplay show a laziness often found in a complacent game series.
User Reviews Back to top
Positive:
801
Mixed:
159
Negative:
1,314
10
SimRyd
Nov 8, 2011
So it's an expensive map-pack? Correct. However you won't find more people online playing a game with a more solid foundation and set of mechanics. Shame? Yes. Could they have done more? Yes x2. Is it still going to keep you hooked for months? Yes x3. Expand
10
Sgt_Ludby
Nov 10, 2011
This game does not deserve the negative criticism it is being dealt. It is an excellent game and I already know that the playtime I am going to get out of it will, by far, warrant the $60 purchase. I don't understand why people bash the game for "unoriginality." Seriously, has anyone compared Madden '08 to Madden '11? The differences between all of Madden's iterations are EXTREMELY miniscule, especially when you compare it to the changes between all of the Modern Warfare versions. Ignore the public's grudged misconception and give the game an open-minded try. You'll have some fun!! Expand
9
tomtomtom
Mar 19, 2012
how you lot on metacritic think mw3 is bad i don't know this is the best cod ever with a fantastic campaign brilliant multiplayer and superb spec ops the only fault with the new cod is it doesn't feel as fun as cod's before it and i don't always want to play it Expand
3
Death
Nov 15, 2011
Honestly, this game is no different than COD 4. Its the same damn thing. Yes, it has a lot of explosions, and guns but is that really what you want? Try something new, play a more creative game. I used to love games like this, but now I just find them tiresome, and all the same. And do you really want to play online with the most immature, annoying people on this planet? If you do, pick up this rehash. 3/10, and thats generous. Expand
1
Sunline64
Jan 26, 2013
This horror drudgery Shouldn't even be in call of duty. From the Boring Campaign to the horrible multiplayer maps to the desperate attempt of the spec ops mode, there isn't really much to say here. Me? Im a cod fan, but that's going to change if Activition, Treyarch, and Infinity ward, doesn't start learning how to make games. Or at the very least, make something new. Expand
0
MrButtburn1
Nov 10, 2011
Wow what a disappointment, two years in development and that's what we get. I'm sorry to say the almighty dollar has taken over. Activisions greed for money killed the cod series. And now how can Activision get more money faster than shipping sub par games, let's introduce cod elite and take another half a billion dollars from gamers for something that has no use. Expand
0
roysamben
Nov 10, 2011
1) I don't recommend playing the single-player campaign. You're better-off watching it on youtube!!
2) Multi-player maps suck.
3) I don't
believe I paid $49 for ELITE membership. I would like a refund.
4) Get Treyarch back cause Black Ops is bloody awesome!!
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