Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare®

Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® (2019) is widely regarded as one of the best entries in the recent Call of Duty franchise, praised for its high-quality graphics, realistic gameplay mechanics, and engaging campaign. The game offers a cinematic, stealth-oriented single-player experience with memorable missions like "Clean House" and strong characters such as Price and Gaz. Multiplayer remains active, though some players report issues with hackers and matchmaking delays. However, the game suffers from technical problems including frequent crashes, login issues, and bugs related to Activision account restrictions, which frustrate many users. The campaign is noted as relatively short but intense, with a strong emphasis on realism and tactical play. Despite some criticisms about story depth and repetitive stealth missions, the overall reception is positive, especially for fans of the shooter genre. The game demands significant storage space and requires a constant internet connection, which some players find inconvenient. Many recommend purchasing during sales for better value.

Highlights

Players consistently praise the game’s graphics and audio design, calling it a visual masterpiece with immersive soundscapes. The campaign is highlighted for its engaging, stealth-focused missions and realistic gunplay. Characters and storytelling receive commendations despite some narrative predictability. Multiplayer gameplay is still enjoyable with smooth mechanics and solid matchmaking during off-peak hours. The game’s UI, HUD, and animations are also lauded for their polish and attention to detail. Overall, it is considered the best Call of Duty release in recent years by many fans.

Criticisms

Common criticisms include technical issues such as crashes, freezing, and persistent login bugs that prevent gameplay for some users. The mandatory online connection and Activision account requirements are seen as intrusive. The campaign, while strong, is considered too short by many players and contains too many scripted or stealth missions that can feel repetitive. Some find the story superficial with clichéd elements and propaganda undertones. Multiplayer suffers from cheating and hacking problems, which diminish the experience. Additionally, the large download size and demanding system requirements pose challenges for some players.