2023's Call of Duty entry, like previous games in the franchise, has experienced significant leaks in recent months. While no official information has been released about the game, the leaks suggest that it will be titled Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3. This game is expected to be a direct sequel to Modern Warfare 2, continuing the reboot series that began in 2019.
Contrary to rumors of a smaller-scale release, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is rumored to be a fully-fledged "premium" game. It is expected to feature a full campaign mode, multiplayer, and even a zombies mode. While it will have its own unique identity, there are lessons that could be learned from the original Modern Warfare 3 released in 2011.
What 2023's Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Can Learn from the 2011 Original
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, released in 2011, was met with widespread acclaim, receiving high scores from both critics and fans. Following the success of Modern Warfare 2 and the Black Ops series, Modern Warfare 3 offered another thrilling and well-polished first-person shooter experience. However, it did face some criticisms.
The most notable criticisms of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 at its initial launch centered around the game's campaign mode. While Call of Duty campaigns are typically short, lasting around seven or eight hours, Modern Warfare 3's campaign was slightly shorter, averaging about five or six hours. Additionally, the game's story received criticism for lacking the same level of coherence and tension as previous Call of Duty campaigns.
The campaigns of Modern Warfare 2019 and Modern Warfare 2 were generally well-received, filled with exciting action sequences and captivating characters. However, their storytelling left something to be desired. Modern Warfare 2 felt incomplete, leaving many loose ends unresolved. With the upcoming Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 2023, it is hoped that the narrative will be more focused and rewarding.
Furthermore, the lack of innovation in the original Modern Warfare 3 received criticism, particularly in regards to its campaign mode. While grand action sequences are always enjoyable, they can become repetitive when fans have witnessed similar scenes in numerous Call of Duty games over the years. With the franchise now having 19 mainline entries, it is time for Modern Warfare 3 2023 to shake things up with its own unique set pieces.
The Wii port of the original Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 received significant criticism due to critics claiming that the outdated hardware was unable to handle the demanding requirements of the game. Regrettably, the upcoming 2023 release of Modern Warfare 3 might repeat this mistake as rumors suggest it will be available on both next-generation and previous-generation consoles. Perhaps it is high time for Call of Duty to move on from the PS4 and Xbox One. The release of Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is speculated to occur in November 2023.