Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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3.5

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 8678 Ratings

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  1. drward93
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    The user reviews given to this game are crap. Most are just stupid people that get caught up in the hype that hating call of duty makes them seem cool and above the cod fanboy trend. Having just finished the game and starting multiplayer and spec ops I can honestly say that the game was thoroughly enjoyable. Probably my favorite campaign right around cod4, a little on the short side butThe user reviews given to this game are crap. Most are just stupid people that get caught up in the hype that hating call of duty makes them seem cool and above the cod fanboy trend. Having just finished the game and starting multiplayer and spec ops I can honestly say that the game was thoroughly enjoyable. Probably my favorite campaign right around cod4, a little on the short side but the was a definite satisfaction upon finishing it. The improved spec ops only adds to the experience and the multiplayer just really can't be beat. People complain about how little innovation there is, but seriously they have changed quiet a bit with the new emphasis on support kill streaks and weapon leveling. I don't know what they would have to do for the game to be new and amazing for all these haters, they have already put so much content into it. So please just don't listen to these pathetic people that give the game a bad score because it makes them seem like they are going against a trend because this really is a great game and a definite buy if you are any kind of fan of shooters.… Expand
  2. GreyJavaJunkie
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    Well, I'm giving it an 8 because the MP is really a lot of fun. Sure, its a bit of an update of MW2, but a lot of the broken stuff in 2 is better. I was surprised at the similarities, but I really like the changes. Hopefully there will be a major update and they will bring out a brand new experience next year or the next. Worthwhile and fun game. BF3 wasn't really that muchWell, I'm giving it an 8 because the MP is really a lot of fun. Sure, its a bit of an update of MW2, but a lot of the broken stuff in 2 is better. I was surprised at the similarities, but I really like the changes. Hopefully there will be a major update and they will bring out a brand new experience next year or the next. Worthwhile and fun game. BF3 wasn't really that much different than 2 either, so its what we've got in the fps world.… Expand
  3. jimbot21
    Nov 8, 2011
    8
    If you have played all the COD's then fair enough I dont why you bought this game. Were you expecting a world of difference? becuase I certainly wasn't. I'm fairly new to COD I played 4, MW2 and Black Ops. I loved them all. This game has awesome multiplayer and new maps, most of which are top class. A new campaign,  and yes its like the other ones but the storyline is betterIf you have played all the COD's then fair enough I dont why you bought this game. Were you expecting a world of difference? becuase I certainly wasn't. I'm fairly new to COD I played 4, MW2 and Black Ops. I loved them all. This game has awesome multiplayer and new maps, most of which are top class. A new campaign,  and yes its like the other ones but the storyline is better than ever and the graphics highly improved. All these haters need to pipe down. Why are people giving this game 0? Thats not how metacritic works you give 0 to some free arcade game you got off the Dashboard. 3 as a user score is just ridiculous. Call of Duty IS on the way out but I cant say I think its lost its touch just yet.t.… Expand
  4. pisces4200
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    I love it, people here giving it a lot of hate, I dont know exactly what they are expecting. Does the campaign suck? Maybe, but I will never know because I don't buy these games for crap single player, that is what RPGs are for. Played for about 5 hours so far and the gameplay is tight, maps are nice, guns and perks have been rebalanced which I feel is a vast improvement over MW2. As farI love it, people here giving it a lot of hate, I dont know exactly what they are expecting. Does the campaign suck? Maybe, but I will never know because I don't buy these games for crap single player, that is what RPGs are for. Played for about 5 hours so far and the gameplay is tight, maps are nice, guns and perks have been rebalanced which I feel is a vast improvement over MW2. As far as people calling this a map pack or an expansion, what call of duty hasn't been such? If EA wanted to invest money and time in a huge engine upgrade for BF3 then so be it. I have that too and it's also quite enjoyable, but I'm not going to blame a developer for not dishing out a bunch of cash to upgrade an engine on an outdated system when new consoles are around the corner. Four of us purchased it and played it last night. The extra gun damage was a little bit of an adjustment but all in all we love it. I noted the people giving it 0s are taking extraordinary time to post across all platforms, really EA employees and fanboys? Metacritic cannot be trusted because of this crap. If you loved MW2 but couldn't stand all the BS danger close/commando, or felt Black Ops fell short because you had to pump a full clip into someone, you will like this game. Is it like an extension of MW2, yes completely, the fixed version.… Expand
  5. EMXeros
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Its so obvious how butthurt BF3 fan boys are for having their game get a lesser score then CoD:MW3. Don't get me wrong, I am not siding on either front. I've played both BF3, and CoD:MW3 multi-player, and i'll be honest, they each have their strong points. This review is SOLELY over multi-player for both games (sorry, i ain't spoiling anything). BF3 for instance is gorgeous and featuresIts so obvious how butthurt BF3 fan boys are for having their game get a lesser score then CoD:MW3. Don't get me wrong, I am not siding on either front. I've played both BF3, and CoD:MW3 multi-player, and i'll be honest, they each have their strong points. This review is SOLELY over multi-player for both games (sorry, i ain't spoiling anything). BF3 for instance is gorgeous and features great use of large maps and vehicles to pit large groups of players together in spectacular, coordinated assaults. CoD:MW3 specializes in smaller, quicker, fast paced team, or FFA matches, that hardly fair worse. IMHO though, if you must get a console based shooter, go with CoD:MW3. Why? Because the campaign is undoubtedly more rock solid, and the multi-player (while not necessarily better) is hands down funner and notably balanced. Now, on the other hand, if you want the next big PC shooter, look no further then BF3. Its going to be much more beautiful, and a keyboard and mouse are the only controls to do it justice. You have to use EA's lackluster origin service, mixed with an in browser based launcher; but its a small price to pay. For me, MW3 may not be as pretty as BF3, but it feels much more familiar, polished, and just plain fun.… Expand
  6. akumamage
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Good....Good...Let the butthurt flow through you. Seriously fan girls, whats wrong with you? Its not battlefield so it sucks. Same can be said the other way around.
  7. Teflon
    Nov 8, 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.........
  8. cn21
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    What's up with all the review bombers on here? Metacritic ratings are completely irrelevant and CoD: MW3 is the exact reason why. Nobody cares if you bought and loved Battlefield 3, and nobody cares if you bought and Hated the last CoD game. Stop bombing Metacritic ratings trying to influence scores based on never having played the game. Yes, the game is generally the same gameplay as theWhat's up with all the review bombers on here? Metacritic ratings are completely irrelevant and CoD: MW3 is the exact reason why. Nobody cares if you bought and loved Battlefield 3, and nobody cares if you bought and Hated the last CoD game. Stop bombing Metacritic ratings trying to influence scores based on never having played the game. Yes, the game is generally the same gameplay as the previous Call of Duty games. That's the reason it sells so damn many copies: A lot of people like what it offers. If you're not one of those people, fine. Find an alternative game and stick with it. You don't have to troll review sites to try to force other people to think like you do. I'm seeing a list of reviewers who apparently didn't like the last CoD but still bought MW3. HELLO?? it's your own fault you were dumb enough to continue to buy something you hate. You don't constantly go to McDonald's when you hate Hamburgers, do you?? Then dont buy games that aren't your style. Nuff said. Anyone looking for objective reviews I would suggest skipping Metacritic completely and just rent the game yourself. if you like it buy it, if not then return it. Simple as that.… Expand
  9. larvana
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Great game. 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.
  10. seejay34
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    played this for a few hours now with a friend we both have mw 1+2... he loves it because its more of the same.. i don't for exactly same reason . trading standards should be able to intervene on what is basically redrawn graphics.... i cannot for life of me understand why people fall for it ? interesting too after playing both this and bf3 that the journo's praise mw3 for the single playerplayed this for a few hours now with a friend we both have mw 1+2... he loves it because its more of the same.. i don't for exactly same reason . trading standards should be able to intervene on what is basically redrawn graphics.... i cannot for life of me understand why people fall for it ? interesting too after playing both this and bf3 that the journo's praise mw3 for the single player in which bf3 is VERY similar yet freely criticised !! somethin stinks if u ask me !! at least the journo's will have a nice xmas...
    should have been dlc for say 15-20 pound... just cannot see how activision can justify any more....
    can hear the cash cow moo from here..... disappointing    … Expand
  11. crazydangerous
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Reading through all these reviews I remember not 16 hours ago reading on **** /v/ how they were going to "downvote the **** out of it" I was going to give this game a 8 but I'll give it a 10 since the number's are so skewed
  12. DarkEnergon
    Nov 19, 2011
    9
    A brilliant game, that, with the minute exception of a slight graphical degrade, trumps BF3 in every respect. The campaign is lengthy, and well worth playing, with a very interesting story capable of serving as a conclusion to a brilliant trilogy as well as a stand alone title, so newcomers don't feel at all confused. The gameplay has been refined to an inch of its life and you'll findA brilliant game, that, with the minute exception of a slight graphical degrade, trumps BF3 in every respect. The campaign is lengthy, and well worth playing, with a very interesting story capable of serving as a conclusion to a brilliant trilogy as well as a stand alone title, so newcomers don't feel at all confused. The gameplay has been refined to an inch of its life and you'll find here the sleekest shooter experience available on any platform. Multiplayer returns with an aplomb, and its the best in the series, bringing back everything we love with a sleuth of new maps and new game modes, as well as teaks and spins on the classic CoD MP formula that do nothing but enhance the experience and shake off any feelings of, "haven't I been playing this for the last two years". Then there's the Spec. Ops, a host of new missions that are frustratingly difficult and incomparably satisfying to complete that'll have you and a friend entertained for hours on end, there's also a neat variation on Spec. Ops known as survival, which is essentially a mix between Zombies (BlOps) and Horde (GoW3), (and by Horde, I mean a version of Horde that doesn't suck balls). Overall, the greatest standard FPS of this console generation, and a must buy for anyone who wants a game that'll last them for months on end. And a personal message to everyone, I'm not a COD fanboy, and i don't hate BF3, in fact, you'll see I've given it an "8", which given the fact that its a $90 game that's only real claim to fame is a decent multiplayer, I think is quite a generous score. Also thanks BF Fanboys for rendering this user review section useless with your completely unbalanced reviews, I hope you feel you've done your duty you half-wited ****… Expand
  13. Jcole432
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Don't let the BF3 fan-boys deter you from buying the best Call of Duty title of this generation. To sum up MW3, think Modern Warfare 1 and 2 mixed together with added modes and gameplay to enhance the experience. If you love any Call of Duty game, you owe it to yourself to check this one out! This game will more than likely be Shooter of the Year, so go play and have fun...no need toDon't let the BF3 fan-boys deter you from buying the best Call of Duty title of this generation. To sum up MW3, think Modern Warfare 1 and 2 mixed together with added modes and gameplay to enhance the experience. If you love any Call of Duty game, you owe it to yourself to check this one out! This game will more than likely be Shooter of the Year, so go play and have fun...no need to compare it to BF3.… Expand
  14. heznave
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    These scores mean nothing so I might as well donate my 10 to the mix. Hey 0's, go play BF and quit complaining about a game that you are biased against from the beginning. I didn't go give BF a 0 because I like COD because I'm not a petty child.
  15. wowski13
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    Modern Warfare 3 is an excellent game and one of the most enjoyable FPS games I have played, especially online. I wanted to start off with the verdict on this game as there seems to be a lot of negative feeling towards it, a lot of which appear to have no substance. Is MW3 similar to previous Call of Duty (CoD) games? Yes. Is this a bad thing? No. Once again the single player experience isModern Warfare 3 is an excellent game and one of the most enjoyable FPS games I have played, especially online. I wanted to start off with the verdict on this game as there seems to be a lot of negative feeling towards it, a lot of which appear to have no substance. Is MW3 similar to previous Call of Duty (CoD) games? Yes. Is this a bad thing? No. Once again the single player experience is decidedly short, probably no more than six hours, and delivers the usual array of intense gun battles and jaw dropping set-pieces that have become the norm for the CoD series. The visuals have been polished from previous entries in the series, although these aren't groundbreaking improvements, and there are also significant improvements in the sound department also. The real reason why anyone forks out their cash for a FPS, be it Battlefield or CoD, is for the multiplayer experience and once again CoD delivers in a big way. The variety of maps available is very good and the new focus of finding a preferred gun and developing it is an interesting new feature that allows the player t refine their online style. The new pointstreak system is also an excellent system and is much more welcoming for newer player to the series. When I first got into the online gaming experience with MW2 it took me quite a while to build up the skill to be able to effectively use killstreaks and I would've welcomed this feature when I was first starting out! My favourite new addition to the multiplayer experience this year has to be the Kill Confirmed game mode. The added pressure of having to round up dog tags following your kill makes for a frantic experience, and popping a grenade into a room full of camping enemies and collecting all those tags for yourself is a very satisfying experience! It's important to note that the frenetic online multiplayer experience has always been the charm of CoD for many people, including myself, and people need to realise it is perfectly acceptable for BF3 and MW3 to be very different and both excellent at the same time. I personally don't find the large maps and style of online play in Battlefield as exhilarating as the quick CQC in CoD, but nonetheless it is an excellent online experience. But if fast paced, adrenaline pumping online play is your thing MW3 is a must have game and will certainly keep you entertained for many months to come!… Expand
  16. Aclosed_door
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Now that all the midnight trolls are off the forums... This game expanded upon a very successful predecessor. For everyone saying its the same as MW2, what do you think a sequel is? Most sequels are like the previous game. BF3 is like BF2 except they stray away from bad company to an elite team to compete with CoD. Uncharted 3 is like uncharted 2 but with a new story. The call of dutyNow that all the midnight trolls are off the forums... This game expanded upon a very successful predecessor. For everyone saying its the same as MW2, what do you think a sequel is? Most sequels are like the previous game. BF3 is like BF2 except they stray away from bad company to an elite team to compete with CoD. Uncharted 3 is like uncharted 2 but with a new story. 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.… Expand
  17. astonlam
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game is dangerous, will leave you without sleep for many hours... been just amazing sofar (9 hours straight) and still does not fail to surprise in both scenes and gameplay.
  18. Goldeneye7
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game may not exactly break new ground, but it's polished and smooth--which is what we've come to expect from Call of Duty. And until Metacritic wakes up and realizes they need to filter the fanboy hate with these ratings, I'm forced to give this high rating to balance out the clearly fraudulent "zero" ratings on here.
  19. Joedoesntlikeyo
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Honestly you Battlefield fanboys are sad. If you are a fan of the Call of Duty franchise you will be insanely impressed by MW3. Or as the fanboys here are calling it, MW2.5. The multiplayer is what good multiplayer should be. It is challenging but still amazingly fun. It drives you to keep playing with multiple unlocks. I have seen zero flaws with the multiplayer so far. If you are aHonestly you Battlefield fanboys are sad. If you are a fan of the Call of Duty franchise you will be insanely impressed by MW3. Or as the fanboys here are calling it, MW2.5. The multiplayer is what good multiplayer should be. It is challenging but still amazingly fun. It drives you to keep playing with multiple unlocks. I have seen zero flaws with the multiplayer so far. If you are a Battlefield player you will find it very difficult to be competitive with MW3. I have a friend that is beast mode in BF3 and I only think he went positive once tonight while we were matchmaking. Keep in mind there is a learning curve but it is worth every minute. Sadly I have to sleep now since I have been playing non stop since release and have to get some rest before this adult goes to work tomorrow. Good luck!… Expand
  20. LittleMeow
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    I am sick of people on Metacritic giving games a 0. REALLY a 0?? Get a life and go love your battlefield. Call of Duty MW3 is a great game, and a wonderful addition to the series. THERE has NEVER been Zombies in an infinity ward game so get educated and learn what companies are developing what games, and what they include.
  21. sargent
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Got this last night and have been having a blast ever since. Improves upon MW2 in every possible way. I'll be playing this for a long, long, long, long time.
  22. Tristanirons
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    The game is exactly what was expected. I guarantee that if Activision/Sledgehammer/Infinity Ward changed the game, there would be more people pissing and moaning about how they preferred it before and that they shouldn't have changed what was not broken...blah blah blah. Somebody call a "whaa-mbulance". The game provides a continuation of a series, not an entirely new game.
    As the gaming    The game is exactly what was expected. I guarantee that if Activision/Sledgehammer/Infinity Ward changed the game, there would be more people pissing and moaning about how they preferred it before and that they shouldn't have changed what was not broken...blah blah blah. Somebody call a "whaa-mbulance". The game provides a continuation of a series, not an entirely new game.
    As the gaming industry progresses, gamers will undoubtedly continue to **** about how they are let down by publishers and developers and how they disappointed they are with their new releases. Well you bought it, why don't you try enjoying it, or go back to your Angry Birds, oh wait, Angry Birds Seasons is the same as the previous version, what a gyp... sod off.
    The game is enjoyable and can definitely pass the time. It does possess all the same characteristics that made you buy the previous versions (shocker).    … Expand
  23. MajorBulldozer
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    The most polished gameplay shooter I have ever played, the weapons balance is perfect, the multiplayer is addicting, obviously the main objective was invest on polishment, it pays each euro.
  24. leacott61
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Gotta love people coming on here saying MW3 is simply the same ol game ( everybody hates what is on top ).. Call of duty is the best because all they have to do is refine the multiplayer just abit every year to keep it on top of the competition. Simply put the single player is the best story you will get with a fps, while it may not be quite on par with games like TES series it is still anGotta love people coming on here saying MW3 is simply the same ol game ( everybody hates what is on top ).. Call of duty is the best because all they have to do is refine the multiplayer just abit every year to keep it on top of the competition. Simply put the single player is the best story you will get with a fps, while it may not be quite on par with games like TES series it is still an awesome experience. The multiplayer is more fun then ever before! the gameplay is by far the smoothest around, Battlefield 3 is a great game but Call of duty just takes the cake once again… Expand
  25. srp
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    I've played all MW incarnations extensively and this is the finest overall.

    A really tight campaign with only a couple of minor blemishes and the usual immaculate high standard MP experience. Add in Spec Ops and you have a fantastic package.

    The best MW experience to date - a must buy.
  26. salemshaikh
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Now all the BF3 fan boys will buy this game and make this the best selling game of all time. BF3 was a letdown. Even their honest fans know it. Terrible campaign, over hyped multiplayer to go with it. See you at Modern warfare 3 lobby fan boys.
  27. mkelvin
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    Call of Duty has a good thing going and is wise not to reinvent the wheel every iteration. There is a lot of strength in starting with a fantastic game and making it better. Starting from scratch with new tech, new engine, new assets,etc, never goes the way you'd expect and you end up spending lots of time just getting **** to work. Polish is key. These guys did just that... The game isCall of Duty has a good thing going and is wise not to reinvent the wheel every iteration. There is a lot of strength in starting with a fantastic game and making it better. Starting from scratch with new tech, new engine, new assets,etc, never goes the way you'd expect and you end up spending lots of time just getting **** to work. Polish is key. These guys did just that... The game is polished and tight. Read the professional reviews. I've so far agreed with most of their comments. And I've not red one yet that seems insincere. I think they're legit. These negative user reviews are all haters.… Expand
  28. SaltyGator
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    I love this game. All of these haters are BF3 fans that can't stand to admit that MW3 is better in every single way. I have both games and MW3 blows BF3 away. It's the truth. If you enjoy shooters you have to try this game.
  29. quickgold
    Nov 8, 2011
    9
    The single player and the special ops add depth and value to the overall package. The multi-player experience is where this package stands out, it will leave you addicted for months especially with call of duty elite and the vast amount of information it offers. The new modes also make it a worthwhile game.
  30. ASH316
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    The game is great!!There are waaay too many trolls on this site!!If you dont like CoD dont buy it,for that matter,dont even play it.Im enjoying this game a lot,one of the best to come out this year,right next to Gears 3,and Deus Ex!!
  31. Atramentous
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    I made an account just to say all the negative reviews are just from BF3 fanboys or people who are convinced CoD2 was the last good CoD

    MW3 plays nothing like MW2, the pace the games run at is completely different, the perks and weaponry works in completely new ways which does make the game play a lot different. The maps are of different size to previous CoD's and the gameplay I would say    I made an account just to say all the negative reviews are just from BF3 fanboys or people who are convinced CoD2 was the last good CoD

    MW3 plays nothing like MW2, the pace the games run at is completely different, the perks and weaponry works in completely new ways which does make the game play a lot different. The maps are of different size to previous CoD's and the gameplay I would say is improved in every aspect.

    Survival is kick ass fun and the campaign owns    … Expand
  32. Jackle
    Nov 8, 2011
    10
    This game is fantastic, Infinity Ward have done an excellent job in ironing out all of the flaws and annoyances in MW2 and Black Ops, and created the perfect sequel to MW2.
  33. Alex_Pilgrim008
    Mar 7, 2019
    8
    "Modern Warfare 3" isn't great like its predecessors, but it's still terrific. Developed by Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games, it feels more like an extension of MW 2 than a true sequel. Regardless, this installment still provides plenty of great content. The campaign is an entertaining conclusion to the Modern Warfare storyline. The competitive multiplayer introduced Kill Confirmed, a"Modern Warfare 3" isn't great like its predecessors, but it's still terrific. Developed by Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games, it feels more like an extension of MW 2 than a true sequel. Regardless, this installment still provides plenty of great content. The campaign is an entertaining conclusion to the Modern Warfare storyline. The competitive multiplayer introduced Kill Confirmed, a series mainstay. Cooperative modes included several new Spec Ops missions and Survival maps, both great fun. This COD game doesn't innovative as much as it greatly entertains. I would rate it with an 8.8 out of 10.… Expand
  34. TyrannoTaurus
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Modern Warfare 3 is all about multiplayer refinement and contains one of the best single player campaigns you will ever play. Simply put, the multiplayer is addictive, fair and far more polished than any COD before it. The campaign is solid and packed full of fun. If you enjoy ACTION, you will enjoy this game. If you enjoy a sluggish, sub-standard campain, spending hours of your lifeModern Warfare 3 is all about multiplayer refinement and contains one of the best single player campaigns you will ever play. Simply put, the multiplayer is addictive, fair and far more polished than any COD before it. The campaign is solid and packed full of fun. If you enjoy ACTION, you will enjoy this game. If you enjoy a sluggish, sub-standard campain, spending hours of your life trying to get your friends into matches, and trolling Metacritic to make a game look bad because doing so makes your sad, sad existence somehow bearable ....stick with the competition.… Expand
  35. Lestat
    Nov 16, 2011
    9
    A true sequel to the series, bringing it to a holistic level, should however bring the series to a closure for a different next installment. Great realization for this system, probably to its limits. Bring it on!!
  36. codphan4life
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Dont listen to these reviews. If you liked MW2 you'll love MW3. The Campaign is the best campaign in any COD ever made. I agree with the MW 2.5 aspect but im perfectly fine with MW 2.5. They took out all the garbage that was in MW2 and made it a more gun on gun game. No 2nd chance, No one man army no command perks.
  37. doublej21
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I'll have to admit I was a little disappointed at first. Yeah, it's same thing over but why mess with perfection. Call of duty is the best multi-player game. Players don't blend into the environment like alot of games out there. You know your hitting someone with the best hit detection in a game. All round this game was worth every penny. If your a fan of online play don't pass on this.
  38. Apexpredator
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    What the hell did all you idiots expect? A halo cod hybrid? I for one love the game. All these morons with negative reviews are ignorant. I dont know what you people were expecting from mw3 but there is a saying, if it aint broke, dont fix it. And every single one of you bashing the game are going to be the ones playing it and enjoying it the most. Anyways this is by far the best codWhat the hell did all you idiots expect? A halo cod hybrid? I for one love the game. All these morons with negative reviews are ignorant. I dont know what you people were expecting from mw3 but there is a saying, if it aint broke, dont fix it. And every single one of you bashing the game are going to be the ones playing it and enjoying it the most. Anyways this is by far the best cod experience released yet.… Expand
  39. CarimonaKiller
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Good game. Fun multiplayer. The maps are pretty cool. The campaign is fun with lots of twists and turns. I love the ability to choose different classes.
  40. Stonebrew
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    Same buttery smooth gameplay you have come to expect from a Call Of Duty game. Inovation? no. But when a game runs this smooth why ruin it. If you like super smooth gameplay, fast paced fun in your multiplayer FPS games this one is sure to please. And if you like faced paced single player gameplay you won't be upset with your purchase either. While the story is really over the top thereSame buttery smooth gameplay you have come to expect from a Call Of Duty game. Inovation? no. But when a game runs this smooth why ruin it. If you like super smooth gameplay, fast paced fun in your multiplayer FPS games this one is sure to please. And if you like faced paced single player gameplay you won't be upset with your purchase either. While the story is really over the top there is fun to be had......but, I guess it wouldn't be a video game without a crazy over the top story now would it? If I wanted real life I would have stayed in the Army.… Expand
  41. CBM_Boob_Monkey
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    I am enjoying this game quite a lot, the single player campaign may be a bit short but it says all it needs to,
    The multiplayer is what Iv come to expect and the special ops & splitscreen modes have been improved quite nicely....To all those people giving 0's, grow up!!
  42. KingNowlanLFC
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoiling content, so don't expand in you having completed the campaign. Modern Warfare 3 is an amazing game, and i really don't understand why so many people hate it. Most of the people that i've talked to about the game have agreed with me that MOD 3 is a fantastic instalment in the Call Of Duty franchise. Other people that i've talked to think that the game isThis review contains spoiling content, so don't expand in you having completed the campaign. Modern Warfare 3 is an amazing game, and i really don't understand why so many people hate it. Most of the people that i've talked to about the game have agreed with me that MOD 3 is a fantastic instalment in the Call Of Duty franchise. Other people that i've talked to think that the game is aweful, rubbish, etc, and i then asked them if they've played it and they answered "NO". So how can they criticise the game. The campaign mode is awesome, when you start playing it, you just need to know whats going to happen. I was disappointed that "SOAP" died in the campaign, as he was one of the best characters in the game, but that, in my right opinion is the only bad thing that happens in the game. I can understand why Infinity Ward killed SOAP off, but i think it wasn't really necessary. In terms of online, you could say its same old same old, but there are a lot of changes that make the online better, eg strikes packages, weapons, amazing maps, game modes, for example Kill Confirmed. Reviewers are also saying that the graphics are bad? How are they bad ?
    Overall i think Infinity Ward and co have produced the game of the year again, and i congratulate them for doing this, and very much look forward to the DLC, and other NEW features that are still to come.    … Expand
  43. SuperShrimp
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    I love this game. The gameplay problems have been fixed from MW3. The only reason it isnt getting a solid 10 is how many resources were borrowed from other games. It doesn't effect gameplay at all, and the only way to tell is to be looking for it.

    This is a great game! Campaign and Special Ops are awesome, and keep it fresh and new, but Multiplayer is just as good. It sucks that people    I love this game. The gameplay problems have been fixed from MW3. The only reason it isnt getting a solid 10 is how many resources were borrowed from other games. It doesn't effect gameplay at all, and the only way to tell is to be looking for it.

    This is a great game! Campaign and Special Ops are awesome, and keep it fresh and new, but Multiplayer is just as good. It sucks that people are going to just give this bad reviews because it is Call Of Duty, to the point were the Bungie.net forums are attacking it, because it IS a good game.    … Expand
  44. Choshy
    Nov 14, 2011
    8
    Iv played all of the CoD games that have been released so far, I agree with the statement that this game is pretty much MW2.5. But at the same time its enjoyable to play and its still fun to pop peoples heads off! So whats the problem!. The new maps feel better, the graphics are definitely improved from MW/MW2. CoD Elite brings something slightly different, and as it seems you will get theIv played all of the CoD games that have been released so far, I agree with the statement that this game is pretty much MW2.5. But at the same time its enjoyable to play and its still fun to pop peoples heads off! So whats the problem!. The new maps feel better, the graphics are definitely improved from MW/MW2. CoD Elite brings something slightly different, and as it seems you will get the extra content cheaper. Thats a bonus compared to the other games. To pick up on something else i read on the T'interweb, Fifa is pretty much the same game but people love to play it year in year out, We loved MW/MW2, so why shouldnt they gave us more of the same kind of stuff?… Expand
  45. drbigglesworth
    Feb 4, 2012
    10
    This game is amazing. Does the franchise proud. From the opening battle, to the final showdown, this was an absolute blast to play. I look forward to next fall and the next launch...
  46. Gotti23
    Nov 21, 2011
    8
    love the game and the story mode and it falls in with the rest of the series but the multiplayer is what people get it for. its better then any on the market right now and better then black ops, but it seems like areas are shorter but i still like it. if you like shooting and owing your buddies online a must have.
  47. mdrewry
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I was looking forward to this (compared to a lot of other reviewers here) and to me it doesn't disappoint at all. Instantly feels better than Black Ops, and I can see myself racking up some serious hours on the game, esp in multiplayer. Good work!
  48. Whitereaperhp
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    I love this game! The multiplayer has been upgraded and works very well to keep you hooked for hours on end. The new strike package system is a great system that works for everyone. I do not understand such a low score for this game. The only downside I see is that a few of the maps seem to be based on previous ones out there but that just means it is easier to get used to them.
  49. bonestorm
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Improves on modern warfare 2 in nearly every way. The guns feel smoother and the gameplay is still as fast paced as ever. The game with friends online is especially fun. All in all, it was worth the wait.
  50. JupiterSummanus
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    MW3 follows some of what Black Ops started with a more gun on gun gameplay and improves on the Modern Warfare brand. From what I have played of the campaign it is compelling and action packed. The MP is loads of fun, especially the new kill confirmed mode which comes in hardcore, regular and 9v9 ground war varieties. Best Cod since Cod4.
  51. patrickbowman32
    Nov 21, 2011
    9
    The story behind the campaign is awesome and I love that it picks up right where it left off. The multiplayer is also worth the purchase. It may not seem a lot different than prior Call of Duties but it is different enough that makes it really fun and the things that are different are what you probably wanted to be different originally.
  52. moveablefeast
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    With Christmas nearing, people expect more bang for their buck and with all the attention on two other celebrated game releases, they know where they can get it. The amount of content in these games will last people until Christmas and beyond - the economy influences this kind of investment concern, even in gamers. A bit of advice for any of the distributors/marketers - lowering the priceWith Christmas nearing, people expect more bang for their buck and with all the attention on two other celebrated game releases, they know where they can get it. The amount of content in these games will last people until Christmas and beyond - the economy influences this kind of investment concern, even in gamers. A bit of advice for any of the distributors/marketers - lowering the price of this game by around £10 would really help you out. Lateral thinking never hurt anyone...

    There is a growing awareness amongst even the most complacent video game fans about the industry at the moment. I believe with Modern Warfare 3, Sledgehammer have underestimated the intelligence of fans of the series and moved into exploitation territory. People really have been taken for fools and I would argue that this is an ethically questionable moment in this new era of blockbuster video games.

    I should add, I haven't played the game, but felt this needed to be said.    … Expand
  53. Mw3jd82
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This game is epic. It's everything I expected and more Forget u haters I will play this game all year long Wsy better then bf3. Fast run n gun is great idk what's up with all the low scores let's bring that up people
  54. countertroll
    Nov 10, 2011
    9
    don't buy in to the fanboys, what a good game this is some of the online changes are not for the better but it is very fare, game play it feels a tad different from MW2 you have to work for your kills now some lag here and there but still the best online out there the other parts of the game are first class, very cool story mode if you hate online play you will still get your money out of the game
  55. TheMattman1
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    This is the best COD yet!! Played the campaign twice now. Cant get enough of the multiplayer. Just started Spec Ops survival last night and am highly addicted. This game just has so much to offer. This game has a fine, smoothly polished mechanic. Dont mess it up like EA did with BF3. Also, speakin of EA, they need to stop putting up illegitimate reviews on this site. The "war"This is the best COD yet!! Played the campaign twice now. Cant get enough of the multiplayer. Just started Spec Ops survival last night and am highly addicted. This game just has so much to offer. This game has a fine, smoothly polished mechanic. Dont mess it up like EA did with BF3. Also, speakin of EA, they need to stop putting up illegitimate reviews on this site. The "war" they declared is over, lol… Expand
  56. bodylove
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    mw3 is beter then before. battlefield 3 is not like call of duty is very differt game. im playing only cod :D ...........................................................................................................................................................................................
  57. DMCN
    Nov 12, 2011
    8
    To all of you CoD fanboys: Have fun wasting you time tonight and for the rest of the year on the next copy-and-pasted installment of a game that hasn't changed much at all in the last 5 years now. When you're done wasting ANOTHER year of your time, I will see you on Battlefield 3 where teamwork matters, camping isn't possible, and there is ALWAYS a way around your obstacle(if not around,To all of you CoD fanboys: Have fun wasting you time tonight and for the rest of the year on the next copy-and-pasted installment of a game that hasn't changed much at all in the last 5 years now. When you're done wasting ANOTHER year of your time, I will see you on Battlefield 3 where teamwork matters, camping isn't possible, and there is ALWAYS a way around your obstacle(if not around, then through)… Expand
  58. Ali_93
    Nov 11, 2011
    10
    All these user a reviews are complete lalala! You all complain the game is a $60 DLC but if they completely changed it and it didn't work out well you would all complain again! Its called a seuel for christ sake! Why fix or change something that ain't broken!
  59. BoomShakaLady
    Nov 11, 2011
    8
    If you have been playing BF3 or even a little Black Ops you will not be ready for this game and may in the first few hours burst a few blood vessels in frustration because this game is fast....very fast! You cannot afford to sit still even for a moment. Calling in recon drones, pred missiles and stealth bombers are a challenge in thereself as finding a spot to hide even for a moment isIf you have been playing BF3 or even a little Black Ops you will not be ready for this game and may in the first few hours burst a few blood vessels in frustration because this game is fast....very fast! You cannot afford to sit still even for a moment. Calling in recon drones, pred missiles and stealth bombers are a challenge in thereself as finding a spot to hide even for a moment is pretty impossible!! Yeah the maps are a bit small and the spawn are pretty crazy at times but if your a runner gunner you will love this if your like me and more stealthy it is a learning curve but it's new, it's not like any cod I've ever played....pace wise. Is that not what people wanted fresh ideas? The support point streaks/ kill streaks are great fun and rewarding and the new game modes add extra fun. So yeah the multiplayer is mad, frantic and hair pulling inducing but it's also lots of the fun. Im not thought the campaign yet but the little bit I have played its like a Hollywood blockbuster and I'm loving it so far and Im sure it will not disappoint! Is this game the best COD ever? I don't know yet. Does it deserve the hate on this site and the 0 score from a lot of people? NO I suspect a lot of the 0 come from people who haven't actually played the game at all and have hate for the COD series in general. Which isn't an accurate representation. Crazy? yes Fun? yes! Long lasting appeal? We will see!!!… Expand
  60. Or1chi
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    First off, I don't understand what all the 0's are about. Sure, the game isn't revolutionary, bringing innovation after innovation; however, it's still a very enjoyable game. For those who are browsing these reviews looking at all the negatives, I advise you to ignore them. They're either trolls or people who get kicks out of venting their anger. Either way, no game deserves a 0 unless itFirst off, I don't understand what all the 0's are about. Sure, the game isn't revolutionary, bringing innovation after innovation; however, it's still a very enjoyable game. For those who are browsing these reviews looking at all the negatives, I advise you to ignore them. They're either trolls or people who get kicks out of venting their anger. Either way, no game deserves a 0 unless it is completely broken or unplayable from the start, which it surely isn't. With that being said, if you're thinking about getting this game, ask yourself: "do I enjoy Call of Duty multiplayer?" If the answer is yes, then you will enjoy this game. It's as simple as that. The multiplayer does have new features; they're not mindblowing, but they are there. There are new maps, weapons, perks, killstreaks, etc. Call it Modern Warfare 2.5, an expansion pack, or a clone if you wish. The fact is, the multiplayer experience was already a good system, which they improved upon. It's more accessible to new players while still retaining its appeal to hardcore players. the ONLY--and I do mean only--complaint I have of the game is concerning the maps. Most of them are small, filled with buildings that cater to CQC players such as SMG/Shotgun users.

    As the old adage goes, don't fix what ain't broken.    … Expand
  61. BobaFettWhere
    Nov 21, 2011
    9
    This is my honest review based on how I feel about MW3 after playing it for 20+ hours, not based on the manufactured rivalry between MW3 and Battlefield 3. The rivalry was made up by EA to sell games. If you want to hear about their game, go to the BF3 review page. If you want to hear about MW3, read on. They're both perfectly good games, so play whatever you like.

    This review is based    This is my honest review based on how I feel about MW3 after playing it for 20+ hours, not based on the manufactured rivalry between MW3 and Battlefield 3. The rivalry was made up by EA to sell games. If you want to hear about their game, go to the BF3 review page. If you want to hear about MW3, read on. They're both perfectly good games, so play whatever you like.

    This review is based only on MW3's multiplayer. At the time of this review, I'm still only a few hours into the campaign, I haven't touched Spec Ops, but I've invested 20+ hours in multiplayer. That's how I play every Call of Duty game. I bought the game specifically for the multiplayer, and for me that was worth the $60 USD. I personally wouldn't advise anyone to buy a COD game only for the single player campaign. I always play the campaign eventually, and enjoy it, but I don't think a COD campaign is worth the full $60 USD investment. Most of the campaigns are a 10 hour, very linear, but very cinematic experience.

    MW3's multiplayer is the most balanced and fully realized of all of the COD games that I've played. While we all have a particular iteration of the series that we've put the most hours into and feel the most attached to, MW3 feels the most clean and equitable after years of tweaking in the series. If you can still burn hundreds of hours on the multiplayer, or if this is your first COD game, I highly recommend it for the multiplayer experience alone. If you're burned out on COD multiplayer or never liked it to begin with, then there's no reason to buy this one.    … Expand
  62. gonorrheahd
    Nov 21, 2011
    8
    Okay, most people are going to say that I'm a little kid for writing a good review for a bad game and that I should go get a life, but honestly just think about it. CoD 4 great game, WaW great game, but then what? We got greedy and pissy, we wanted more and more and more. We, the gamers pushed the creators to a breaking point. We gotta stop with all the complaints that most creators can'tOkay, most people are going to say that I'm a little kid for writing a good review for a bad game and that I should go get a life, but honestly just think about it. CoD 4 great game, WaW great game, but then what? We got greedy and pissy, we wanted more and more and more. We, the gamers pushed the creators to a breaking point. We gotta stop with all the complaints that most creators can't help with. For example, quickscoping, it's not that bad and the creators can't stop it, adding sway and slowing down scope speed wont do anything to stop it. Besides, everyone has faster and easier guns to use instead of a sniper and can kill "quickscopers" easy, if you cant your just bad and GTFO. I'm sorry to say but Infinity Ward is like the dad and we're the pissy little daughters who keep asking for money, just love the game and embrace it, I made the same mistake of saying this game was bad and was going to be bad so I bought a different game and rented MW3, worst mistake, MW3 is way better than I expected. 8.8/10 only because I only played for 3 hours but I enjoyed it.… Expand
  63. RandomHer0
    Nov 16, 2011
    8
    These reviews seem to be a lot of griefers coming out of the woodwork to trash a game they probably are still playing themselves. At the end of the day, COD is COD and other shooters like BF3 are different. Its like comparing Need for Speed to Forza 4, anyone with knowledge of the genre can tell you those games while with similar structure, differ insanely. The point is this COD train hasThese reviews seem to be a lot of griefers coming out of the woodwork to trash a game they probably are still playing themselves. At the end of the day, COD is COD and other shooters like BF3 are different. Its like comparing Need for Speed to Forza 4, anyone with knowledge of the genre can tell you those games while with similar structure, differ insanely. The point is this COD train has already gone far off the tracks, and cannot be stopped. Every year now a new one in the series HAS to come out. So obviously, with a game based around what is essentially a point and click system with different colored walls to spice things up, asking for great innovation in between titles is a foolhardy notion. This game, like or hate the rest of the series, is the most solid well rounded of the titles. Sure the campaign was over the top, and was basically an endless corridor run, but the set pieces were interesting enough to keep me interested for the 5hr to beat it. Multiplayer is what these games are bought and played for, and in this regard this game shines. Spawns were greatly fixed from BO and the killstreaks have not only been toned down, but are now tailored to your play-style in terms of when and what you receive mid-match. The spec-ops mode extend the games value further. And if you have a bud to sit down with these missions are not to be overlooked.
    In review, if you like to play your shooters alone, or at least lone wolf most of the time, go with COD. If your a team-based kind of player than BF3 might be a better choice. But don't knock COD because it hasn't 'evolved' or 'changed' over the years, what series has? Halo? Gears? Resistance? Killzone? All of these titles see little bone structure change between installments, only their graphics, weapons, and environments have been altered. If you want a varied and ever-changing genre, buy an Iphone, or get into the RPG scene. As shooters i believe will be emulating this game for many years to come.    … Expand
  64. tqubed
    Nov 16, 2011
    9
    The single player campaign was okay. It tied up the loose ends from the previous two COD MW games. I haven't tried Spec Ops yet. The MP is typical COD fare with a few new interesting game types. I really like the "Kill Confirmed" game type and the new strike packages. I feel that the game allows players to customize to their playing style with the different strike packages.
  65. montiericko
    Nov 17, 2011
    10
    wow wow wow I was the third guy in line to get this bull **** got home and got mad.i had this game the hole time its was mw2 lol for some one just geting into cod its a good game,but for people like most of us tat been playing cod games forever n ow its **** trash.when i say its just like mw2 its just like mw2 the same bull**** and im not gonna get in to the weak ass m/p.lol
  66. TheBeardedDoom
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    I really enjoy the game. I think graphically it stands up, it plays smoothly online and has a great campaign. The campaign could be longer as many have said , but I find that with most FPS games now days. I think the strength of the series is it's online and I enjoy the new point streak system, weapons proficiencies and other tweaks and innovations that have come with the latest edition.I really enjoy the game. I think graphically it stands up, it plays smoothly online and has a great campaign. The campaign could be longer as many have said , but I find that with most FPS games now days. I think the strength of the series is it's online and I enjoy the new point streak system, weapons proficiencies and other tweaks and innovations that have come with the latest edition. Close to the best MP FPS Ive played.… Expand
  67. avh27
    Nov 20, 2011
    10
    Don't be retards and get off your high horse. This is a sequel, just a sequel. It's not supposed to be an Innovative masterpiece. It's aimed at the demographic for people who already enjoyed the Modern warfare series and gave improvements over the previous games. The new campaign, very well done btw and the reworked Multiplayer. For CoD to try new things it needs to enter a new series, theDon't be retards and get off your high horse. This is a sequel, just a sequel. It's not supposed to be an Innovative masterpiece. It's aimed at the demographic for people who already enjoyed the Modern warfare series and gave improvements over the previous games. The new campaign, very well done btw and the reworked Multiplayer. For CoD to try new things it needs to enter a new series, the MW trilogy by all logical reasoning shouldn't differ to much as to appeal to the same customer as before. We've seen what other companies like Treyarch try to CoD they try different things since they have more freedom.
    No destruction, no vehicles, no big maps? Guess what CoD isn't BF, and I would love for it to not turn into BF. Games shouldn't be bashed for not being sophisticated and complex. A lot of the negative reviewers remember back to when games were about making them more sophisticated and complex, well guess what I remember back to when games were about enjoyment and having a great time. If you don't like it great, I'm not telling you to. but to give them abysmal scores such as most presented is completely ridiculous and by far worse than any accusations made. 1, 2,3s. Hell how is 0 an option.    … Expand
  68. IISuPaFLy
    Nov 20, 2011
    8
    "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3" is a good game, but online there are some problems. there is a problem with the connection, most of the time, it seems that it takes quite long to get a tag on your enemy, and they also have problems with glitches. however the single player is fenominal once more, truly love that part and that's why this game gets an 8.
  69. MetalMonkey250
    Nov 20, 2011
    9
    Not sure what everyone is complaining about. MW3 is an amazing game... just like all the ones that came before it. Why complain about this one when its just like all the ones that came before it? Are you tired of getting the same thing? If so were was the **** when MW2 came out? or how about when BlOps came out? Yes its similar but hey, thats what Call of Duty is. If it aint broke, whyNot sure what everyone is complaining about. MW3 is an amazing game... just like all the ones that came before it. Why complain about this one when its just like all the ones that came before it? Are you tired of getting the same thing? If so were was the **** when MW2 came out? or how about when BlOps came out? Yes its similar but hey, thats what Call of Duty is. If it aint broke, why change it? The campaign is fantastic (still to short though) and multiplayer is fun but still gets frustrating (damn you little kids with nothing better to do). In my opinion if I could take MW3's single player and combine it with BF3's multiplayer, then I would have the greatest FPS of the year. And one more thing, stop with all of the 0's. You know that this game is not a 0. Since you took the time to sign up, why not take the time to give it a score that actually reflects the game. And you know what, I got something else to say. Don't give MW3 a 0 just because your a BF3 fanboy and dont give BF3 a 0 just because your a MW3 fanboy. Grow up and recognize the achievements and faults of both games. Why pick just one game to cheer for? Dont be so narrow minded and cynical.… Expand
  70. optimusbob
    Nov 21, 2011
    8
    I'm not what you would call a cod fanboy in any way or respect, in fact for years I have been on the fence watching on and secretly agreeing with the outspoken minority that Activision's cash cow release lacked any sort of innovation and delivered lifeless characters and plot-lines in the process. But this perspective has subsided with MW3, but before I continue I have to admit that I haveI'm not what you would call a cod fanboy in any way or respect, in fact for years I have been on the fence watching on and secretly agreeing with the outspoken minority that Activision's cash cow release lacked any sort of innovation and delivered lifeless characters and plot-lines in the process. But this perspective has subsided with MW3, but before I continue I have to admit that I have already played and completed Battlefield 3's campaign, and I have to admit both BF3 and MW3 impressed, but I do prefer BF3 overall - but this is my review of MW3 so I'll highlight what I enjoyed during my latest Call of Duty experience, and also what I feel lets it down.

    My main criticism of past cod games is that they never seem to have memorable characters, and even though the primary characters in MW3 are for the most part familiar I think during the course of the campaign they are far better developed, which helps immerse you deeper into the story and gameplay. Lets face it the story is so far fetched beyond comprehension, but it had me wanting more and keeping me on my toes with the different surroundings and locales - which were very impressive.

    From a technical perspective MW3 doesn't break any new ground in the visual department, but that's not to say it's not a pleasantly looking game. It is however technically sound with regards to textures and non existent screen tearing, plus I didn't experience any slow-down during the more epic battles, but I do think the overall pace and weapon sounds need some work. I like a well presented game and feel the menu system, as with previous cod games, lack in presentation. The font used in game and each of the menu screens is related to the series but I feel it needs revamping as it feels cheap and outdated. But this is a minor criticism and doesn't impact on the gameplay whatsoever.

    I'm not big on multiplayer these days, but what I have played is pretty much what I expected. It's solid, although like with many other people it is the habits of other players rather than the game itself that make the experience less enjoyable. The term 'camper' is what i associate with any Call of Duty release with regards to muliplayer, and yet again I have had to put up with their lack of gamership. I'm sure they could devise a playlist or gametype that could eliminate this plague and make the experience a more fulfilled one?... On the positive though the familiar ranking and experience system remains, meaning if you are unlucky enough be listed with a bunch of gamers that can't rack up the kills for the team, then you are not penalized too heavily for carrying your team to another glorious defeat.

    All in all I enjoyed the campaign and have the need to play through it again on the highest difficulty, so I will certainly get the full value from the £25 offer Tesco sucked me into!    … Expand
  71. SteveO123
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    Mabye not revolutionizing FPS's, but has the most detailed and balanced multiplayer of any COD. A good solid campaign and return of spec ops mode make this a package with enough features to keep coming back to in the next few months. Certainly not the best in a stand out autumn of games, but lack of originality doesn't automatically make it the worst either.
  72. Busterdillon03
    Nov 21, 2011
    8
    Okay modern warfare 3 campaign was amazing though it was really short like all call of duty's but it was not stop action, and also adding survival mode in spec ops was great to I enjoy playing it, but when it comes to the multiplayer, the multiplayer sucks the maps are horrible and the spawning is bad I got spawned killed 3 times in a row, at this point I prefer playing assassins creedOkay modern warfare 3 campaign was amazing though it was really short like all call of duty's but it was not stop action, and also adding survival mode in spec ops was great to I enjoy playing it, but when it comes to the multiplayer, the multiplayer sucks the maps are horrible and the spawning is bad I got spawned killed 3 times in a row, at this point I prefer playing assassins creed revelation multiplayer at this time… Expand
  73. TangoMike
    Nov 21, 2011
    8
    Ok, so I am doing this to sort of offset the immature trend of bombing this game. So, to start, I will say this, I enjoy BF3, I enjoy MW3. I am no fanboy of any console, game, or any other one sided argument.
    On with the review. The campaign picks up almost immediately after MW2, and it's bang bang, boom boom start to finish. You toss in U.S. Army's Delta Squad in the battle for New    Ok, so I am doing this to sort of offset the immature trend of bombing this game. So, to start, I will say this, I enjoy BF3, I enjoy MW3. I am no fanboy of any console, game, or any other one sided argument.
    On with the review. The campaign picks up almost immediately after MW2, and it's bang bang, boom boom start to finish. You toss in U.S. Army's Delta Squad in the battle for New York, then on to France, Germany, UK, it starts to feel like the COD we remember from the WWII shooter era. The problem, is other than Soap, Price, Makarov, and company we have seen since the original MW series started, all the other characters feel very disconnected, I found it extremely difficult to connect with any of the Delta, SAS, GIGN, or any other organization portrayed. But our heroes from MW, and MW2, are back. I wont give away the story or any plot points, but it ties the series up nicely, and ends it, no cliff hanger, no BS, the story ends, but it just didnt feel satisfying, now mind you, I don't know how you can turn up the heat any higher than 11, but other than the Price/Soap/Makarov characters, I was just shooting anything that was on the other end of the hallway.

    The multiplayer is a level of balance not seen since the first MW game, the GL's have been toned down, the maps feel much less claustorphobic, and much less obvious choke points. Yes, the other team can still pin you down if they are effective, but that effectiveness degrades quite a bit. I still found myself spawning next to the guy who just killed me, or stabbed in the back by the guy I just killed, and am still performing the reload for, but even thats small potatoes. You will spend much of the first portions of multiplayer getting award after award, and it's nearly rapid fire, but it feels like a ploy to keep you interested rather than actually award you for an accomplishment. It is still satisfying when you hear the noise, or rank up, but when you see some of the reasons as to why you got the award, you just think to yourself "THAT was it?".

    Our friendly neighborhood Nuke is gone, all the modes are in tact, including a new super addictive Kill Confirmed mode, everytime you get a kill, you collect dog tags from your enemy, however, you begin to wonder if risking your own head is worth it when you see the golden tag in front of your face, when some jerk with a rocket launcher is waiting on you to go for it, or should you get the red tags and save your team the death point? I find it fun, and keeps me focused for hours.

    I was lucky enough to get the game before a lot of people stateside got it home (Japan), I spent the first few hours or so thinking I was hot stuff killing everything that moved. After work ended, I got a really nasty awakening, aside from continual deaths and frustration, screaming kids were back to let me know what they were planning on doing with my mother that particular evening, and how much these puny voices claimed they could pound me to a bloody pulp if they saw me in person, yep, MW is back, and mom didnt look at the ESRB rating again.

    I don't hate MW, or any Modern Combat games, they are well done, and polished well. I was more turned off by MW3 that within the first 3 hours of playing online, I ran into 6 hosts that were cheating/hacking/exploiting, 8 people were ALREADY 10 prestige, and maxxed out all around, and the leaderboards had already been screwed with.

    One more note, I am disappointed that COD Elite service to date (21 November) has been either hit or miss, or just broken. The companies know how wildly popular this series is, but they werent "prepared" for the overload? What did they think was going to happen? To the biggest entertainment launch in history, great work, now please go back to the drawing board, and get something new out there.    … Expand
  74. xsovietx
    Nov 21, 2011
    10
    Very disappointed at mw3, maps are very small , gun selection is low and the worst parxt is the quick scope is worse then ever, at the moment playing bf3. The only decent thing was campaign...and I don't play the campaign unless multiplayer sucks
  75. sec123
    Nov 28, 2011
    8
    This game was a solid FPS, with good graphics and very nice multiplayer. However, the story was a bit of an excuse plot, and the online community leaves much to be desired. But the controls are smooth, and it is exactly what you should expect from a Call of Duty game.
  76. DrStrangel0ve19
    Nov 29, 2011
    8
    lol I just wanted to say this this is not spam but follow this link to see how you guys are losers: http://www.ign.com/videos/2011/11/28/ign-au-modern-warfare-3-song?objectid=69475 As for my for my review, Good story (not the best but good) big explosions, big set pieces great controls Multiplayer: addictive but kinda repetitive, (but what isn't)

    Honest short review
  77. CJDUNCAN
    Dec 1, 2011
    8
    What more can be said except that it's more of the same old same. That's a good thing if you go into it knowing exactly what you're going to get. A brief but full of action campaign and a relentless multi-player that's fast paced and full of lead. My only gripe would be that the guns are very erratic and hit detection still seems to be amiss. The best thing about this game is playing withWhat more can be said except that it's more of the same old same. That's a good thing if you go into it knowing exactly what you're going to get. A brief but full of action campaign and a relentless multi-player that's fast paced and full of lead. My only gripe would be that the guns are very erratic and hit detection still seems to be amiss. The best thing about this game is playing with your friends for a few hours, outside of that it's exactly what I expected, nothing more nothing less.… Expand
  78. boomtruk
    Dec 1, 2011
    8
    Now i am going to start by saying i am a long time fan of the series. i tend to approach video games the same way i approach movies, i want to be entertained. Modern Warfare 3's campaign is very entertaining. These games are Michael Bay movies played out through a control. The sound, the spectacle of it all was off the charts. and this is something that has gotten bigger and better as theNow i am going to start by saying i am a long time fan of the series. i tend to approach video games the same way i approach movies, i want to be entertained. Modern Warfare 3's campaign is very entertaining. These games are Michael Bay movies played out through a control. The sound, the spectacle of it all was off the charts. and this is something that has gotten bigger and better as the series has gone on. Not many first person shooters have changed the wheel over the years and i never MW3 to do it so i got was i was expecting. I understand where the frustration comes with regard to multiplayer. It hasn't changed a great deal. Kill Confirmed and some of the new killstreaks are a nice addition but it is essentially the same thing. But if you bought this game purely to play multiplayer than that is your own fault for being dissapointed. You should have bought battefield 3 which hasn't got any hate compared to MW3 and the campaign in that game put me to sleep. The graphics were incredible but the rest of it just doesn't hold up to the MW series. So yea i gave it an 8.0. and i think that is accurate. anyone new to the series would be blown away by what MW3 has to offer (campaign or otherwise). and veterens to the series know what they are getting and last i checked millions are playing it. So go somewhere else with your hate!… Expand
  79. ryan_howard
    Dec 2, 2011
    9
    Modern Warfare 3 is a solid game that i would recommend to any fan of fps shooters if you have never played cod before it will give you a new very competitive game that has good graphics and is built on a very solid engine but for you return players you will find that there hasnt been very many changes from Modern Warfare 2 besides that it has maybe a little better graphics some new killModern Warfare 3 is a solid game that i would recommend to any fan of fps shooters if you have never played cod before it will give you a new very competitive game that has good graphics and is built on a very solid engine but for you return players you will find that there hasnt been very many changes from Modern Warfare 2 besides that it has maybe a little better graphics some new kill streaks some very good new maps and new ways of unlocking attachments and perks for your guns… Expand
  80. Madzster
    Dec 2, 2011
    8
    CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE 3 IS A GOOD GAME. FALLS SLIGHTLY SHORT FROM BEING A GREAT GAME BUT FAR FROM A BAD GAME

    There has been a lot of mixed opinions and a lot of hate on here. I am giving my honest unbiased opinion The main reason for the hate is the lack of innovation seen in the last few call of duty's which is no different here. This game does the same job as black ops did, its    CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE 3 IS A GOOD GAME. FALLS SLIGHTLY SHORT FROM BEING A GREAT GAME BUT FAR FROM A BAD GAME

    There has been a lot of mixed opinions and a lot of hate on here. I am giving my honest unbiased opinion The main reason for the hate is the lack of innovation seen in the last few call of duty's which is no different here. This game does the same job as black ops did, its more or less a refined version of MW2. However some see this as a bad thing and some see it as a good thing. The lack of innovation is disappointing which leaves it short from being a great game, but its still a good game and far from a bad game. The controls remain mostly unchanged since cod4, but they still remain to be the fps shooter controls around. The graphics are solid, they arnt groundbreaking but they are not bad either. The FPS is excellent as usual with the modern warfare series. The sound however is rather hit and miss and overall quite disappointing. The voice acting most of the time is great, but at times can actually be a little bit inconsistent as their tone of voices change irrelevantly at times to the situation you are in. The music is typical modern warfare series music, which is a rather dramatic movie music. The major flaw i think in the sound however is the guns, they all sound very similar and sound rather tinny, the sound effects of explosions, guns, etc are very disappointing, when in previous call of duty's the sound was good or always at least on par.

    Single Player: Is a good campaign, not great though just good. There are moments there that really do blow you away and are as epic as it comes in a game, but then there are parts that are boring and predicable. I would say this campaign is as good as the CoD 4 campaign however nothing will ever beat the moment when that nuke went off unexpectedly. The voice acting and characters are great, but at time the voice acting can be poor, in the sense of when major things happens the typical call of duty was its just so fast paced that you don't get time to appreciate what is going on. The story's pacing is just poor, you are all over the place, going to different locations over the world instantly and it often feels like youve skipped a mission or some soft of cut scene, its just too fast paced to be able to seriously follow the storyline. (Im not talking about gameplay wise) Spec Ops: Is a refreshing new mode that takes us away from Treyarch's hit Zombies. Its not really innovative though, it seems like its just copied from a lot of other co op mode games *cough gears of war*, It is however a great fun mode, that is an alternative to zombies. However Zombies still remains to be the better co op mode, but Spec ops Survival has potential to become as good as zombies. There just isnt enough content and things to do as it stands, not enough upgrades to weapons, killstreaks and perks, and you dont get that sort of build you do with zombies where you have to get money to open doors, buy perks PaP etc, its almost just all there for you once you unlock them with the level progression system, which I thought would of been a good idea, but it isnt executed properly within survival mode i just think the leveling up just a bit of a gimmick. Don't get me wrong though the Spec Ops Survival mode is still great just a tad disappointing Multiplayer: Well in a nutshell its the same old.. that could either mean its a great thing to some or a bad thing to others. I am sort of stuck in between that crowd. I loved Mw2 and what they have done is kept the formuler but simply beef it up, better perks, point streak system and a complete balance of the guns including a good leveling up your gun system. Prestege shop. The new additions are certainly great, i love the perks, its the best call of duty for perks, i love the gun leveling, and I like the new pointstreak system, i also really like the two new modes kill confirmed and team defender. However playing 18days of mw2 is all this really enough to keep me playing mw3? In other words is a much more refined and improved mw2 but very similar, so if you didnt like mw2 chances are you wont like this, if you loved mw2 but hated the overpowered things in the game such as the killstreaks and guns+perk combos then you will love this, if you have grown tired of mw2 then this may get stale for you very quickly.    … Expand
  81. Brazenotaku
    Dec 2, 2011
    8
    Like people say, it is extremely similar to past games in the franchise, but this one is is easily best. The guns, maps and game modes have been refined and are better than ever. The campaign is about the same as MW2 in terms of quality but it's still very good; shame it's missing the snowmobile sequance or something similar.
  82. mrcodman1976
    Dec 9, 2011
    8
    I really do not know what people want from cod this is a excellent game and the most balanced multiplayer since cod 4.Infinity ward are patching some issues which is more than they did in mw2 people are moaning because it's similar to the last game great just what i wanted.
  83. Saen1990
    Dec 3, 2011
    8
    Once again, another Call of Duty has dawned upon us. Modern Warfare 3 may not have many changes, but it's still a solid game. Let's start with the single player experience. It continues from when Modern Warfare 2 left off, with Makarov being the bad guy and Price and Soap trying to stop him doing bad stuff. Unfortunately, the single player for the Call of Duty series has really beenOnce again, another Call of Duty has dawned upon us. Modern Warfare 3 may not have many changes, but it's still a solid game. Let's start with the single player experience. It continues from when Modern Warfare 2 left off, with Makarov being the bad guy and Price and Soap trying to stop him doing bad stuff. Unfortunately, the single player for the Call of Duty series has really been demoted to a secondary exeprience, Multiplayer being the primary focal point. There's not a lot going on, World War 3 has come to the US, and you have to shoot a lot of Russian clones in the face while explosions happen everywhere. Sound familiar? The story is really like a Michael Bay movie, big and dumb with badass dudes yelling while jets and choppers and tanks make things go boom. I won't spoil anything, but really what happens in the story is gonna be forgotten as soon as you are done with it. It is a really short one too, as it took me just under 5 hours on normal. And you probably won't go back to play through it again unless you want those extra achievments you missed, wanna beat it on Veteran, or get the Intel collectible items. However, while single player falters, the multiplayer options are where the meat of the game truly is. Spec Ops has been more fleshed including a survival mode where 2 players shoot through wave of bad guys. Not really original, but is a bunch of fun with a friend. And it has a progressive unlock system just like the Multiplayer, so you'll spend lots of time on this mode. The multiplayer itself is still a good one, with some changes. There is now Strike pakages, and they determine how you get your pointstreaks. Yes, Pointstreaks, because now capturing objectives and destroying enemy equipment and planes and choppers count toward your streak. Anyways, Assault is the familiar one with rewards tailored to missiles, and choppers, offensive rewards. Support is my personal favorite, me being a team player, where your streak doesn't get reset when you die, and you get more team based rewards like radars, recon drones and an Emp (I love this one). Specialist is a very odd one, as you get perks based on how high your streak gets, and which perks you decide to choose, so at 2 you might do Scavenger, then 4 is Blast shield or whatever. At 8 kills, you get all the perks that you have unlocked and get a bonus for each additional kill. If you get to that without dying, fun times. As always the weapons and perks are real interesting and has something for every type of player, and prestige mode is back for the hardcore to reset and level up again. There are some minor gripes about certain streak rewards, the choice of server type (still no dedicated servers?), and many other things. It can get frustrating when the whole other team camps and uses Quickscoping sniper tactics to get AC130's and Juggernaught armor. But that's about the players themselves, not the game's fault. In closing, while the single player falters, the multiplayer is very fun. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is a must buy. There's nothing like playing and levelng up with your buddies together.… Expand
  84. Chad_Gilmore
    Dec 4, 2011
    9
    Fantastic game. Mw3 campaign was a great story. Multiplayer is good, not a fan of the lag compensation but I understand why they did it. I just don't feel I should be punished for having a good Internet connection. Overall I give the game 2thumbs up
  85. Jax213
    Dec 6, 2011
    9
    Quit QQing about a game that still makes millions of dollars to start. Yes this game does not bring much, the main features are Survival Mode and new Multiplayer modes. However, to appreciate it the most, you need to be a fan of the series to get something out of the new installments. And for those of you BF fanboys who give it 1s and 0s, I have something to say. Shut up. Just because itQuit QQing about a game that still makes millions of dollars to start. Yes this game does not bring much, the main features are Survival Mode and new Multiplayer modes. However, to appreciate it the most, you need to be a fan of the series to get something out of the new installments. And for those of you BF fanboys who give it 1s and 0s, I have something to say. Shut up. Just because it isn't Battlefield, doesn't mean you have to write a crappy, biased, and low-scoring review about this game. So, there. Let the hate comments begin.… Expand
  86. jjzgamer
    Dec 12, 2011
    9
    Hate it if you want, but I personally love this game. The level of polish is superb, from the intricacies of the set pieces to the stellar sound design to the beautiful 60 frames per second pace (always makes a game better). The campaign is a rousing conclusion to the series, with some incredibly cinematic moments and a satisfying ending to the story and characters. The gameplay has aHate it if you want, but I personally love this game. The level of polish is superb, from the intricacies of the set pieces to the stellar sound design to the beautiful 60 frames per second pace (always makes a game better). The campaign is a rousing conclusion to the series, with some incredibly cinematic moments and a satisfying ending to the story and characters. The gameplay has a great level of diversity and though it does follow the usual aspects of the FPS, there is a lot more creativity in the level design and set pieces. The multiplayer is technically more of the same, but when you are talking about one of the most robust multiplayer games in the market that is not a complaint.

    Look, I aim to look at games objectively. I am not going to rag on Battlefield 3, but I am going to say that its fans who give this game 0's and low scores without a good reason why other than "it's more of the same" need to get a life. Battlefield 3 is ALSO more of the same, as it follows not only the same principles of previous Battlefield games but also the standard ALL FPS games do! A game does not have to be 100% revolutionary to feel fresh and new. Battlefield 3 can still be a good game and Modern Warfare 3 can still be a good game. Where you lean towards more is just a matter of preference. Me? I prefer superior single player to superior multiplayer any day so I lean more towards Modern Warfare 3.    … Expand
  87. TJWIN
    Mar 21, 2012
    8
    This game is decent. Deserves a better score than what people are giving it. This game resembles MW2 for a reason, it takes place directly after MW2 ends. Yea the graphics are pretty similar and the Multiplayer can get repetative, but that just means u need to go outside more often :). and if you liked MW2 then youll enjoy this game.
  88. Ghost5032
    Jul 17, 2012
    10
    A very good game. It has a good campaign and a nice multiplayer. It's not much different than Modern Warfare 2 and is a bit disappointing but it's still a great game for CoD fans.
  89. SpartanEdge
    Nov 24, 2011
    9
    I wasn't even going to get this game,as i'm disappointed with the lack of evolution with the series,lack of campaign Co-Op & increasingly ridiculous storylines.Also the multiplayer wouldnt interest me.After a friend passionately recommended it to me,i took a punt & bought it.I'm very glad i did,because the campaign suprised me by its quality & length.In fact its my favourate campaign outI wasn't even going to get this game,as i'm disappointed with the lack of evolution with the series,lack of campaign Co-Op & increasingly ridiculous storylines.Also the multiplayer wouldnt interest me.After a friend passionately recommended it to me,i took a punt & bought it.I'm very glad i did,because the campaign suprised me by its quality & length.In fact its my favourate campaign out of the whole Call of Duty series so far,which i was NOT expecting.Its a VERY good campaign indeed.. Although the multiplayer still doesnt interest me,i was again very pleasantly suprised by the new survival mode,which is much better than i thought it would be.Spec Ops is ok from what i've seen so far,but its about time we ditched these half -baked Co-Op 'Side' modes & gave us full Campaign Co-Op.you are in a squad,or not alone,after all.World at War managed to to it,so theres NO excuse!(I'm looking at you too Battlefield!) Hell if this game DID have Campaign Co-Op,i think it easily would've been one of my favourate games of all time.But it hasnt,so i wont go there.I still dont know why Activision thinks this game is worth more than all other games,price-wise,but this is a much better game than i was expecting it to be,evolution or not.I still prefer Battlefield 3 that little bit more,due to the fact that i find both its Campaign & Multiplayer good fun(That game needs Campaign Co-Op too,hence the scores not 10 for that either),but technically i still give both games a solid 9.For once the hype is warranted with this game,& i never thought i'd be saying that about a Call of Duty game for a while..… Expand
  90. BBee2011
    Nov 16, 2011
    10
    Great first person shooter. Call of Duty was the first brand to get it right. Everybody just hates on it cause it has the market locked down and they are probably terrible at playing the game. Also if you want a longer campaign turn up the difficulty. If it ain't broke don't fix it!
  91. Nikolai13
    Dec 20, 2011
    8
    What everyone has to keep in mind is that half of IW was laid off, even the head developers of the studio!
    However this looks similar to MW2 the singleplayer campaign is AWSOME! perfect finisher to the game
    The survival mode for MW3 was an Awsome idea! The multiplayer lacks some change however the few changes like killstreaks/perks/weapons and gamemodes made it a different feel What i    What everyone has to keep in mind is that half of IW was laid off, even the head developers of the studio!
    However this looks similar to MW2 the singleplayer campaign is AWSOME! perfect finisher to the game
    The survival mode for MW3 was an Awsome idea!
    The multiplayer lacks some change however the few changes like killstreaks/perks/weapons and gamemodes made it a different feel
    What i would like to also say is that most of these are Skyrim/BF3 fanboys taking the piss out of the game and i don't like that!    … Expand
  92. Statewidedrip4
    Nov 17, 2011
    10
    THIS IS AN AWESOME GAME SCrew everyone who gave it a bad score!!!! THE XAMPAIGN IS EXCITING THE MULTIPLAYER IS FAST PACED AND THE NEW SURVIVAL MODE IS AWESOME WHY DO PEOPLE hate THIS GAME sure it might be alittle likemw2 but there is also a lot of new stuff included in the good game 10/10
  93. 247Consoles
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    After a week of soaking up the game in it's entirety, I find it very hard to give a review score for a game that is split into 2 very different parts.

    Part 1 Campaign. For me, this was extremely good. I had zero disc graphics lag and the game ran very smooth, reminded me of a stripped back version of MW2 which most COD4 fans would adore. The waves of opposition came at a good rate, with    After a week of soaking up the game in it's entirety, I find it very hard to give a review score for a game that is split into 2 very different parts.

    Part 1 Campaign.

    For me, this was extremely good. I had zero disc graphics lag and the game ran very smooth, reminded me of a stripped back version of MW2 which most COD4 fans would adore. The waves of opposition came at a good rate, with the odd cheeky guy waiting to pounce to catch you off guard, to help it look less linear. The target hits was somewhat off, but another burst of fire made me forget that, unlike BF3.

    The ending was nicely dramatised and left me feeling like I had achieved 'THE END' which gave me hell at the point where I switched elevator's in a sweet little jump. I found the roomful of guys extremely hard to beat until I realised the tactic was to hold back in the lift foyer. Nice all-round game I thought.

    Part 2 MultiPlayer.

    Started off quite well, I played it for approx 1 hour before the servers were closed on Wednesday 2nd Nov for a while. I jumped back onto it on saturday 5th Nov for a good old gaming session, which once again seemed really great, plus I love the set-up of 99% of the new maps.

    It all started to go slightly sour for me online at approx 7pm when I had difficulty killing people who weren't even shooting back, then would turn around and 1 or 2 shot me. I was wondering why the transformation had occured and put it down to my quite impressive connection of 100mb, but it simply kept happening even as far as the 8th Nov.

    It seems there is the usual graphical 'hold-back' whereby anyone on a great connection can't see the opposition as fast as they should be able to, to 'even' the broadband speeds up. OH how wrong they have got this side of the game. Same as BlackOps.

    When are the people in charge of latency going to realise that those with higher spec broadband, have paid for this to improve their gameplay, not to be used as a server, not to be killed by a guy who I am shooting who is currently facing the other way till he see's my bullets pass through him, turns round and 1 shot kills me stone dead. This is classed as gameplay interference and should be cut dead from the activision servers RIGHT NOW. You are targeting high end broadband or uniquely good killers, in favour of 3mb broadband or noob users, which I cannot stress enough, is ruining the fundamentals of the game for these, the most dedicated of your users.

    The game has outsold BOPS and based on the campaign I know it is better, same MW2, but the online is where most players will travel and even though the campaign deserves a 9 the online deserves a 5.

    Sort out the online and I will give you a 10 next time - but don't cheat the system, cut the bull and stop lagging out the high-end user. He is the guy with the money BTW. You are using an archaic system on this side of the fence which does not work in the UK half as well as you may have planned. In short - SORT YOUR MESS OUT!    … Expand
  94. Irlargy
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    All right lads, with regards to most of these reviewers who gave this game a zero, a quick look at their profiles shows either 2 reviews written, one for MW3 giving it a zero, and another for battlefield 3 giving it a 10, or in some cases just a 0 for MW3. In other words, fanboys. Forget em. Seriously. This game. I liked. and dont even try to compare it Black Ops, its got nothin to do withAll right lads, with regards to most of these reviewers who gave this game a zero, a quick look at their profiles shows either 2 reviews written, one for MW3 giving it a zero, and another for battlefield 3 giving it a 10, or in some cases just a 0 for MW3. In other words, fanboys. Forget em. Seriously. This game. I liked. and dont even try to compare it Black Ops, its got nothin to do with it, this is infinity ward, the company that revolutionized first person shooter games with MW back in 2007, half that stuff those battlefield fanboys are bleeting on about came from ideas in MW. Why complain about lack of innovation when they had a formula that works so well with the 2 previous games? The graphics were always very good, so I honestly dont know why anyones complaining about that, or why it even matters that much. The campaign while admittedly a little short, is still fun, I dont believe anyone who says they didnt enjoy chasing a train in london, or firing hell down in Paris, or those parts where you actually feel like your in a warzone, and thats the whole point isnt it? Sorry if it wasnt realistic enough, hopefully next time you get one life for the whole game, maybe you should go join the army. Multiplayer, addictive as ever, fun, and as always irritating, but it still keeps you coming back. New maps are in no way small, theres great new game modes that you will want to keep playing, Spec Ops is always fun with a friend, and im glad they didnt tread on zombies, as thats Treyarchs baby, but rather try something new with Survival mode. I will get hours out of this game, because at the end of it all, its not perfect, but its bloody fun, and thats what matters in my opinion. So please ignore the battlefield fanboys, and try it for yourself, you will not be disappointed.… Expand
  95. SeanLazarus
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    You people need to stop hating seriously I mean I know everyone is doing it and apparently it's the thing to do , but come on. "Rehashed" is a phrase that keeps going around , Ok here we go its a sequel to an already popular series with slight internal mechanics change , relative same linear campaign with different background setting , same controls, slight tweak of gameplay. Guess what IYou people need to stop hating seriously I mean I know everyone is doing it and apparently it's the thing to do , but come on. "Rehashed" is a phrase that keeps going around , Ok here we go its a sequel to an already popular series with slight internal mechanics change , relative same linear campaign with different background setting , same controls, slight tweak of gameplay. Guess what I just described almost every popular game sequel....hmmm Gears of War 1-3,God of War 1-3 , Metal Gear Solid Series, Batman (Arkham Asylum and City), the list goes on and on..... switch the bad guys up slightly, throw in a couple new weapons and bam sequel to any game. I dare someone to disagree with that... all I'm saying is that don't be so hard on them without being hard on everyone else, its a formula that works , if u don't like it ...don't play it.......... this my game is better than your game crap is stupid , if you like BF3 well then play it and quit acting so insecure about others peoples game choices just because its not the same as yours. With all that said ...is this game perfect...no but what game is really? Only reason why you see so much flaw in this game is because its under such a huge microscope with the hype and attention its getting and its easy to jump on to bandwagons......… Expand
  96. N0oBz
    Nov 9, 2011
    10
    While MW3 might be a lot like MW2, that's a good thing. If they made tons of changes people would be screaming bloody murder. Anyone that I know that truly owns MW3 enjoys it and states it is by far the best in the series and they've said people they've played the game with states the same thing. Seems the only people I've seen bashing it are the BF3 fanboys, which I highly doubt even ownsWhile MW3 might be a lot like MW2, that's a good thing. If they made tons of changes people would be screaming bloody murder. Anyone that I know that truly owns MW3 enjoys it and states it is by far the best in the series and they've said people they've played the game with states the same thing. Seems the only people I've seen bashing it are the BF3 fanboys, which I highly doubt even owns or played MW3 at all. They point out how MW3 is just MW2.5 or a $60 map yet at the same time throw a fit that BF3 isn't BF2.

    I own both PC and Xbox 360 versions and both are very good. If you enjoyed the past CoD games you'll very much enjoy MW3.    … Expand
  97. DeathMtnDew
    Nov 10, 2011
    10
    Honestly, the only reason a lot of people hate this game is because of the whole Activision/Infinity Ward debacle. This game rivals the first Modern Warfare in all aspects. Granted, I would've loved to have a longer single player campaign, but what I got still left me happy. Don't believe what you read until you try this. I promise that you will enjoy this if you are one of the many peopleHonestly, the only reason a lot of people hate this game is because of the whole Activision/Infinity Ward debacle. This game rivals the first Modern Warfare in all aspects. Granted, I would've loved to have a longer single player campaign, but what I got still left me happy. Don't believe what you read until you try this. I promise that you will enjoy this if you are one of the many people who played the first 2 MW games dry.… Expand
  98. Hydrolass
    Nov 17, 2011
    10
    What were you expecting? You get exactly what you expect. A first person shooter with slightly enhanced graphics and new skills and story added in to it. Of course it's not going to be that innovative because it is not trying to be. Games like this are repetitive as they have been for some time. Besides that, about 2/3 of people rated this game negative but I'm going to guess that quite aWhat were you expecting? You get exactly what you expect. A first person shooter with slightly enhanced graphics and new skills and story added in to it. Of course it's not going to be that innovative because it is not trying to be. Games like this are repetitive as they have been for some time. Besides that, about 2/3 of people rated this game negative but I'm going to guess that quite a few of those people will be the people who will end up playing endlessly on the multi player game. I guess time may prove me wrong and nobody will be playing on the game after this month but I'm willing to guess that Modern Warfare will still have millions going on multi player every day. In short, if you do want something different then go out and buy Arkham City or Assassins Creed Revelations because they are good initiative games. But for the game that you could just play time after time on multi player this is the game to buy.… Expand
  99. Singami
    Dec 20, 2011
    9
    Hold on, all of this Battefield fanboy's idiocy must be stopped by a honest review.
    First of all - this is the best Call of Duty right now. MW2 was full of bad ideas, BO was laggy and glitchy - this game finally is balanced, performs well and gives hell lot of fun.
    Of course EAdrones never actually played the game for longer than 4 hours, so their "experience" comes from screenshots and    Hold on, all of this Battefield fanboy's idiocy must be stopped by a honest review.
    First of all - this is the best Call of Duty right now. MW2 was full of bad ideas, BO was laggy and glitchy - this game finally is balanced, performs well and gives hell lot of fun.
    Of course EAdrones never actually played the game for longer than 4 hours, so their "experience" comes from screenshots and videos, which can look a lot like MW2 - the artstyle hasn't changed, but thanks to that, the game can run smoothly on old computers, and also - games are about gameplay, not about the graphics.
    And the MW3's gameplay is amazing, like in every CoD. Every multiplayer game you'll play will be packed with action, explosions and firefights, and after every one you'll feel exhausted by the amount of pure fun you just got.    … Expand
  100. Cpor7
    Nov 9, 2011
    8
    It seems like most of these people bought this game just to rant about how much they hate it. Wile I won't say it's perfect or the most innovative thing that's ever happened to the first person shooter genre, it still provides a solid multiplayer experience, despite much of it being recycled from Modern Warfare 2. Is it as good as Battlefield 3? No, but it's still a ton of fun.
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#13 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#1 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2011
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#13 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2011

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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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