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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare puts the franchise back where it needs to be. You get a wonderful campaign, team-oriented spec ops, and a variety of multiplayer options that cater to those who love large and small scale warfare.
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81%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
stability, grinding
81% User Score Based on 8,713 reviews
Critic Score 79%Based on 53 reviews

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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare is a single player and multiplayer shooter game with a warfare theme. It was developed by Raven Software and was released on October 24, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

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81%
Audience ScoreBased on 8,713 reviews
story560 positive mentions
stability64 negative mentions

  • The campaign offers a gripping narrative with intense missions and stunning graphics, making it one of the best in the series.
  • Gameplay mechanics are refined, with satisfying gunplay and a variety of mission types that keep the experience engaging.
  • Multiplayer is fun and still has an active player base, with a variety of modes and extensive weapon customization options.
  • The game is plagued by cheaters in multiplayer, making it frustrating for new players and diminishing the overall experience.
  • The campaign is relatively short, lasting around 5-8 hours, which some players feel does not justify the full price.
  • Players have reported technical issues, including crashes and problems with the 'inappropriate username' error that prevent access to the game.
  • story
    1,250 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare" (2019) has received mixed reviews, with many praising its engaging and cinematic narrative that features iconic missions like "Clean House" and "Going Dark." Players appreciate the gritty realism and character development, particularly of Captain Price and new characters like Farah, but some criticize the overall plot for being short and occasionally lacking coherence. While the campaign is noted for its immersive storytelling and high production values, many feel it falls short in length and depth compared to earlier entries in the franchise.

    • “From the first mission, it’s clear that this reboot captures the gritty realism and cinematic storytelling that made the original iconic, while elevating every aspect with today’s technology.”
    • “The campaign is a standout, featuring a dark, gritty story, beloved characters like Captain Price, and tense, cinematic missions that feel like you’re part of a real modern conflict.”
    • “The story is intense and well-paced, with some seriously stunning visuals that make every mission feel cinematic.”
    • “Compared to the original MW trilogy, the story of the reboot felt underwhelming, sort of a conglomerate of unrelated elements slapped together to allow various real-life inspired missions to appear during the course of one game.”
    • “While the object of each mission is clear, the overall narrative, the why behind what you're doing, is rarely communicated coherently.”
    • “The campaign is nothing special; it's the reboot of the Modern Warfare series and, like it or not, it's not even close to the level of quality the original trilogy had in writing and mission design.”
  • graphics
    595 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019)" are widely praised for their stunning realism and attention to detail, often described as breathtaking and cinematic. Many players note that even years after its release, the visuals remain top-notch, outperforming newer titles in the franchise. However, some users have experienced technical issues, such as crashes and performance drops, particularly on lower-end systems, which can detract from the overall experience.

    • “The graphics are stunning, with realistic environments and meticulous attention to detail that enhances the overall atmosphere.”
    • “Visually, the game sets a high bar for the series with photorealistic graphics, detailed character models, and atmospheric lighting.”
    • “The graphics are absolutely top-notch, but I have two complaints - it didn't give 100+ fps on my RTX 3050ti, Intel Core i7 11th gen spec laptop with 144hz refresh rate.”
    • “The game has truly sublime character models, excellent effects, and some expertly crafted environments, but most maps have painfully poor models and rough textures, falling short of the promised 'next-generation visuals'.”
    • “Campaign too short and the graphics are horrible, washed out and foggy; my eyes hurt after 10 minutes of playing.”
    • “Don't get fooled by the pretty graphics; this game is a downgrade on everything that made the old COD games fun.”
  • gameplay
    498 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare" (2019) is widely praised for its smooth mechanics, realistic gunplay, and tactical depth, offering a blend of fast-paced action and strategic elements. Players appreciate the detailed weapon customization, immersive environments, and innovative features like mounting and tactical sprinting, which enhance the overall experience. However, some critiques mention issues with matchmaking, the prevalence of cheating, and a relatively short campaign, which may detract from the enjoyment for some players.

    • “Modern Warfare carries an exceptional level of detail—spanning across the gunplay, sound design, maps, and fast-paced movement mechanics—creating a perfect and addictive first-person experience.”
    • “The gameplay in Modern Warfare is finely tuned, offering a satisfying blend of tactical strategy and fast-paced action.”
    • “The fluid gunplay mechanics and tight controls ensure a satisfying multiplayer experience that will keep players engaged long after the campaign ends.”
    • “It's so sad that they crafted such a perfect game just to dismantle it into the slop that is MW2 and MW3; I could live with the terrible skins, but the changes to gameplay are unacceptable.”
    • “I will say, the general gameplay of non-S&D modes can be quite annoying... this game highly encourages camping, because of both the extremely low TTK and map design.”
    • “The gameplay just isn't up to modern COD, much less Ghost Recon standards.”
  • optimization
    79 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed feedback from players. While many praise its solid performance, smooth gameplay, and ability to run well on various hardware configurations, others report significant issues such as stuttering, freezing, and problematic shader installations. Despite these criticisms, several users highlight that the game is better optimized than recent titles in the franchise, with some achieving high frame rates even on mid-tier systems.

    • “Campaign is good, multiplayer is good, graphics are insane with all ray tracing stuff, optimization in this game is actually good compared to new CODs.”
    • “The optimization was the best from any other game I have ever experienced since I was able to get over 200 fps with a mid-tier PC on ultra graphics.”
    • “Game runs well, extremely optimized.”
    • “Worst optimized game in history.”
    • “The main problem is the performance and optimization.”
    • “Terrible performance even with high-end PC.”
  • stability
    72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare" has been widely criticized, with players reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and various glitches that significantly hinder gameplay. Many users have experienced issues regardless of their hardware specifications, leading to frustration with both the campaign and multiplayer modes. While some players note that the game runs well under certain conditions, the overall consensus is that the game's stability is poor, making it difficult to recommend for those seeking a smooth gaming experience.

    • “Graphically, the game still looks stunning and runs great; my 4070 averages 200+ fps on max settings at 1080p.”
    • “Very well optimized, runs great on a humble machine.”
    • “Game runs great with 4K and ultra settings with ray tracing enabled, DLSS set to quality mode on my mediocre and modest 12700 and 3060 Ti.”
    • “I don't know what I'm doing wrong, but this game just randomly screen freezes and crashes all the time, even if I set it on the lowest possible settings or let NVIDIA optimize it.”
    • “This is the only game I have ever played that freezes randomly and can't be exited, forcing me to restart my laptop. I have over 35 games, a lot are 120GB plus and run perfectly.”
    • “The game constantly stutters and even completely freezes for several seconds despite being installed on an M.2 drive with a GPU and CPU that exceed the recommended specs.”
  • music
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally praised for its minimalism and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many reviewers highlighting the excellent sound design and fitting soundtracks that elevate the gameplay experience. While some users rated the music highly, others expressed mixed feelings, suggesting that it can be polarizing. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its emotional impact and ability to complement the game's narrative and visuals effectively.

    • “Music stays minimal, letting the soundscape carry the mood.”
    • “The soundtrack fits the game and its atmosphere masterfully.”
    • “The sound design is beautiful, with the soundtrack thumping behind with emotional prowess.”
    • “Music is absolutely hateful.”
    • “Bad music.”
    • “Reduced background music.”
  • emotional
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its intense and beautifully directed campaign, which explores moral dilemmas and features deeply engaging character development, particularly through the backstory of resistance commander Farah. Players report experiencing a range of emotions, from heartbreak to nostalgia, as the narrative tackles the harsh realities of modern warfare, often leaving a lasting impact. While some critiques mention moments of forced emotionality, the overall consensus is that the campaign delivers a thought-provoking and immersive experience that resonates with players.

    • “The campaign is intense, emotional, and beautifully directed — full of moral gray areas and unforgettable moments.”
    • “The single-player campaign is deep and emotional, touching on moral dilemmas in modern warfare.”
    • “The narrative succeeds in portraying the harsh realities of war and the toll it takes on the characters, making it an emotionally charged experience that leaves a lasting impact.”
  • replayability
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find the multiplayer and certain campaign missions to offer endless replay value, others criticize the campaign for being too short and lacking inspiring content, leading to limited replayability. Cooperative modes are highlighted as particularly engaging, but repetitive missions and predictable enemy placements diminish the overall replay experience for many. Overall, the game has potential for replayability, especially in multiplayer, but suffers from inconsistencies in campaign mission design.

    • “The campaign offers a thought-provoking and emotionally charged ride, the multiplayer delivers endless replayability with sharp, satisfying mechanics, and the production values are among the best in the industry.”
    • “The cooperative multiplayer experience pits players against hordes of the undead in a variety of unique and challenging scenarios, offering endless replayability for those looking for a break from the traditional multiplayer grind.”
    • “Campaign is amazing, the story of it is interesting and it’s very replayable.”
    • “Several missions are such a drag that the game is un-replayable in practice (please don't make me play stealth missions as a 5-year-old for 15 minutes ever again).”
    • “The actual levels, however, are quite nicely done but for only one go; there's a nice variety of stuff and things going on, but there's essentially no replayability as there's not much else to do other than the objective.”
    • “Replayability is low as the campaign missions aren't inspiring at all; I don't play as much as the old MW.”
  • grinding
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews indicate that grinding in the game is a significant and often tedious aspect, with many players feeling it requires an excessive time commitment, likening it to needing "a second life." While some players appreciate the gunplay and find leveling not overly grindy, the pursuit of camos and operators can be particularly time-consuming. Overall, the grinding experience is mixed, with some enjoying the multiplayer despite the grind, while others find it frustrating and reminiscent of a "nightmare."

    • “100% completion is super easy, no grinding required.”
    • “I love the gunplay, sliding feels nice, leveling isn't too grindy (the only thing I'd say you grind for are camos and operators), and the overall gameplay feels peak.”
    • “The classic maps also aren't spared, with some having modifications that make them tedious to play on.”
    • “Shitty broken servers, the game has multiple bugs/glitches, too much grinding to level up/unlock weapons, the block menu is limited, can't block players outside of game lobbies, and cheaters are still prevalent even with anti-cheat.”
    • “For those that have never played this, it's barely a step above 'eternal Sisyphean nightmare hell' when it comes to grinding.”
  • atmosphere
    27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its photorealistic graphics, immersive sound design, and intense mission experiences that create a gritty, realistic portrayal of modern conflict. Players highlight the meticulous attention to detail in both visuals and level design, which enhances the overall tension and suspense, particularly in standout missions like "Clean House." Overall, the combination of stunning visuals, authentic soundscapes, and compelling storytelling contributes to an unforgettable and immersive gaming experience.

    • “Visually, the game sets a high bar for the series with photorealistic graphics, detailed character models, and atmospheric lighting.”
    • “The combination of polished visuals, intense missions, and immersive atmosphere creates a memorable experience.”
    • “It dials back the spectacle in favor of a gritty, morally complex atmosphere that emphasizes the harsh realities of modern conflict.”
    • “The tension, atmosphere, and meticulous design create an unforgettable experience that stays with you long after the mission ends.”
    • “Missions like 'Clean House' and 'Wolf’s Den' stand out for their atmosphere and suspense, utilizing tight spaces, night vision, and high stakes to create memorable moments.”
  • monetization
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players labeling it as overly aggressive and reminiscent of a cash grab. Key complaints include the reliance on microtransactions for essential content, the imposition of always-online DRM, and the integration of advertisements for other titles, which detracts from the overall experience. Players feel that the game prioritizes profit over innovation and player satisfaction, with much of the content locked behind paywalls or requiring extensive grinding.

    • “Additionally, the integration of microtransactions and downloadable content (DLC) packs for additional maps and cosmetic items has been a point of contention for those who prefer a more inclusive approach to post-launch content.”
    • “The game introduced Call of Duty's overtly greedy skin bundle and battle pass monetization.”
    • “Absurdly large, lots of content locked behind levels or microtransactions.”
    • “The monetization is a complete joke; kernel anti-cheat and always-online DRM leave a bad taste in my mouth.”
    • “This game makes you install 'Call of Duty' to advertise their other games and forces you to download 38 GB of advertisement and spam.”
    • “The lack of effort in charging for the campaign separately, as well as putting campaign game files modular, shows this is just a massive cash grab.”
  • humor
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is often described as absurd and situational, with players finding amusement in the game's glitches, the prevalence of hackers, and the exaggerated political correctness present in its characters and themes. Many reviews highlight the comedic elements of gameplay, such as unexpected outcomes in matches and the irony of technical issues, contributing to a lighthearted experience despite frustrations. Overall, the humor serves as a coping mechanism for players navigating the game's challenges, making it a source of both laughter and exasperation.

    • “The fact that it takes 200 GB to install is hilarious to me.”
    • “Funny enough, after completing my purchase and loading up the game, I got permanently banned due to having unrevealed cheating programs on my PC.”
    • “Overall, the game is great; hands down one of the best multiplayer competitive FPSs out there, but if you can get a 50% sale and are looking to waste at least 20 hours laughing and crying in random lobbies with Russians and Brits cussing each other funnily... definitely get it.”
  • character development
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is highly praised, with standout performances from characters like Alex, Kyle, and Captain Price, whose backstories and emotional arcs resonate deeply with players. The narrative, particularly the experiences of resistance commander Farah and her brother, adds a rich layer of storytelling that enhances the overall experience, despite some technical issues. Overall, the character development is considered a key strength, contributing to an engaging and memorable campaign.

    • “Loved her character, her very dark story and the whole character design (which is of course based on actress Claudia Doumit).”
    • “While the gameplay is pretty good, it's the character development of resistance commander Farah and her brother that make it special, with emotional flashbacks to their childhood during the brutal Russian invasion of their country (seemingly based on Afghanistan, but unintentionally also very relevant to what's happening now in Ukraine).”
    • “The character development and plot twists keep you on the edge of your seat, making it one of the most engaging campaigns in recent memory.”
    • “It killed the character design, the weapon design, the overall aesthetic of the game.”
    • “The campaign has very nice elements like story, visuals, character development which have been overshadowed by buggy performance in the PC post 21 September update.”
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8h Median play time
58h Average play time
6h Main story
14h Completionist
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Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare is a shooter game with warfare theme.

Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Web Browser, PlayStation 5 and others.

The main story can be completed in around 6 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 14 hours to finish. On average players spend around 58 hours playing Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare.

Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare was released on October 24, 2019.

Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare was developed by Raven Software.

Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its stability.

Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

Similar games include Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, Call of Duty: Vanguard, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, Battlefield 4, Battlefield V and others.