Fans Disappointed with Campaign and Multiplayer
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 has been met with widespread criticism from fans. Many claim that it has the worst campaign in the history of the franchise and that the multiplayer is essentially the same as Modern Warfare 2. On Steam, the game has received 'Mixed' reviews, with less than 60% of players recommending it. One player even called it a "waste of money" and criticized the campaign as "garbage."
Development Issues to Blame
While it's easy to blame the development team for these problems, it seems that the issues with the game go deeper. According to a report by Bloomberg, the developers had to complete the new campaign in just 16 months, which is significantly shorter than the average development time for recent Call of Duty games. This rushed production schedule may explain the lack of innovation and recycled assets in Modern Warfare 3.
Confusion Surrounding the Game's Purpose
Adding to the development challenges, over a dozen staff members have come forward to say that they were unsure if Modern Warfare 3 was meant to be an expansion or a sequel. Some claimed that they were explicitly told it was an expansion for Modern Warfare 2. This confusion likely contributed to the game's lack of original content and overall disappointment.
Inefficient Development Process
Developers also faced inefficiencies during the production of Modern Warfare 3. They had to run most of their progress past another Call of Duty studio, Infinity Ward, which led to delays and unnecessary changes. This further hindered the game's development and resulted in a subpar final product.
If you want to learn more about Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, you can read our in-depth review.
