Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
Release Date	Gameplay & Story	Pre-Order & DLC	Review

Release Date
November 10, 2023 More Details
Genre
Action, FPS
Platforms	Price (MSRP)
	$69.99
Developer	Publisher
Sledgehammer Games	Activision
Number of Players	Age Rating
Online Multiplayer	Mature 17+
Time to Finish	Cross Platform Play
5-7 Hours for Campaign Mode	Yes
Official Website	Official Website for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Latest News

　⚫︎　Activision Faces Backlash After Taking Down Modern Warfare Remastered Mod (Game8)
　⚫︎　Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Sets Engagement Records Despite Negative Reviews (Game8)
　⚫︎　Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Developed in Half the Usual Time (Game8)

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Overview

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (CoD: MW3) is a first-person shooter developed by Sledgehammer Games and published by Activision, released on September 10, 2023, for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.

As the third entry in the rebooted Modern Warfare sub-series and the twentieth installment in the Call of Duty franchise, CoD: MW3 builds upon its predecessor, Modern Warfare II, while introducing enhancements in graphics and gameplay. The game also reimagines elements from the original Modern Warfare 3 (2011), offering an updated experience for modern audiences.

Retaining the franchise’s signature fast-paced, player-versus-player FPS action, MW3 concludes the Modern Warfare storyline, centering on Vladimir Makarov and his efforts to ignite a global conflict.

Steam		PSN		Battle.net		Xbox
Price		$69.99

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Gameplay

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 features gameplay centered on its signature fast-paced gunplay, spanning its 5-to-7-hour single-player campaign, Zombies Mode, and multiplayer PvP modes. Players assume the role of skilled soldiers equipped with a customizable arsenal of firearms, with customization options available between rounds or after eliminations, depending on the game mode.

The single-player campaign introduces a new mission type called Open Combat Missions. These missions allow players to approach objectives with greater flexibility, offering multiple strategies and pathways compared to the traditional linear format.

Zombies Mode has undergone significant changes, transitioning from wave-based combat to an open-world design. This new approach expands the gameplay experience, offering more dynamic and exploration-driven challenges than previous iterations in the series.

For PvP, the game introduces several long-awaited adjustments to weapon builds, perks, and specific playstyles. Additionally, Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 debuts as part of the game’s content updates, featuring new weapons, maps, and enhanced integration with the broader Modern Warfare experience.

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Reviews

Debatably The Worst Call of Duty Title in History

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 has sparked quite a firestorm among players and critics alike, generating a wide spectrum of opinions that leans heavier on the side of the negative. Reactions range from acclaim for its cinematic qualities to harsh criticism labeling it as an unnecessary addition to the series.

Among the positive reviews, Steven V. Santos of Game8 awarded the game a score of 86, commending its storytelling, visuals, music, and overall design. He described it as resembling a high-quality action film, praising its blend of new gameplay features and improvements as explosive excellence.

In contrast, IGN's Stella Chung delivered a more critical assessment, likening the game to stale, reheated pasta despite its polished visuals and open-world-adjacent modes. Chung argued that these improvements failed to justify the game's price or status, suggesting it was better suited as an extended map pack than a full-fledged release.

Morgan Park of PC Gamer echoed this sentiment, criticizing the title for lacking innovation and depth. Park characterized it as a cash grab, asserting that the game offered little more than a glorified expansion marketed as a standalone release, with production value insufficient to justify its premium price tag.

Public opinion appears even harsher. On aggregate platforms like Metacritic and Steam, user scores indicate Modern Warfare III has been received as Generally Unfavorable and Mostly Negative, respectively. Many players have expressed dissatisfaction, with some dubbing it the worst game of 2023 and, potentially, the weakest entry in the Call of Duty franchise.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Announcement Trailer

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Trivia

　⚫︎　During the development of Campaign Mode, designers encountered a challenge with Alex Keller, one of the playable characters. His original facial hair design created an unintended resemblance to Captain Price, prompting adjustments to distinguish the two characters.