MW3 is Pinnacle
Written by {ga=Joseph} Sunday, 11 December 2011 21:55
Released on November 8, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 has quickly become one of the premier first-person shooter games on the market today, outmatching all of the preceding titles in the franchise and winning out over EA's Battlefield 3. Whatever you do, you must purchase this game at any cost. Don't have the money? Get a second job, starting hunting down coupons or take out a loan. Don't miss out on the best shooter of the year just because you'd rather buy food and pay rent. You'll regret it the rest of your life if you do. The gameplay and multiplayer modes are spectacular and coalesce into a nebula of pure violent bliss that completely obliterates anything EA's shooter may have to offer. Many players have been complaining of the latest title's lack of revolutionary features, but they're approaching the concept completely backwards. Sure, the achievements and basic gameplay are heavily based on those of its ancestors, but only because those things are fun. The seemingly incremental improvements over previous games may not draw oohs and aahs from slack-jawed yokels, but they offer the latest improvements in game technology to audiences while maintaining the games' signature gritty action and frenetic pace.
Gameplay
The gameplay in 3 is nearly the same as 2, with two weapons, two grenades and a cover system for firefights. Call of Duty has long been one of the more realistic shooters, requiring you to find cover after taking a few bullets in order to stave off death. While the single player campaign is linear, it still provides a slew of intense firefights that require actual tactical skill to win. The Special Forces missions and shorter standalone missions add difficulty by setting time limits and adjusting difficulty levels.
Multiplayer
One of the most satisfying aspects of every Call of Duty game so far has been its excellent multiplayer modes. This game is no different. From near-limitless customization options to a refined killstreak system, Activision has taken it up a notch. You can now earn points for kills and spend them on class-specific enhancements rather than the previous missile strikes and sundry of other games. The co-op mode adds a new level of depth and strategy to the single-player campaign and can provide some solid fun for you and a friend.
BF3 Comparison
Earlier in the year, an EA spokesman responded to Activision CEO Eric Hirshberg's call for an end to verbal hostilities by saying:
"Welcome to the big leagues, Eric. I know you're new in the job, but someone should have told you this is a competitive industry. You've got every reason to be nervous. Last year Activision had a 90 share in the shooter category. This year, Battlefield 3 is going to take you down to 60 or 70. At that rate, you'll be out of the category in 2-3 years. If you don't believe me, go to the store and try to buy a copy of Guitar Hero or Tony Hawk."
Unfortunately for EA, Battlefield 3 failed to live up to its hype. While BF3 does provide many vehicles in multiplayer mode, that's no replacement for superior gameplay. In the end, EA's talk of burying Activision's shooter market share is laughable.
