Customer Reviews

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Hardened Edition

5 star:		(34)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

What can I possibly say that the previous reviews have not already covered? The first COD4: Modern Warfare raised the bar for total immersive first person game play, and the on-line multiplayer mode most certainly contributed to the overall success and popularity of this now classic game. Like many, I wondered how in world could Infinity Ward improve on an already near perfect game? Modern Warfare 2 is the answer to that question. I'm sure I could sit here and write a lengthy review about every cool new aspect of the game, but you really just have to experience it for yourself. Newcomers to this franchise will be blown away, and will no doubt be exhilarated by this gaming experience. Original Modern Warfare vets will appreciate the continuing story line in campaign mode, and the vastly improved additions to the on-line multiplayer mode. I can already see that the devastating new killstreaks will be the bane of those who consistently fall victim to more skilled players in Team Deathmatch. God help us all. If you can't pick up this game just yet, you had better at least hone your skills on the original MW before entering the multiplayer arena in MW2, less you get your feelings hurt. The hardened edition is definitely worth the extra cheese if you like the extra bling. Nice steelbook hardcase with very nice cover art, plus a mini concept art book and the original COD game to boot. But in essence it's really all about the game after all isn't it? So if the extra special goodies aren't your cup of tea and you just want to get right down to it and start racking up as many kills as possible, then save your money and go for the standard edition. I'm sure the special editions may be tough to come by when Christmas shopping season hits, so get it while you can. I will not be surprised if this follows in it's predecessors footsteps and wins Game of the Year. Again.

Man this game is absolutely awesome, I truly see what all the big fuss is about. I have never played Call of Duty before but if those games in the past is 1/4 as good as this then they're great too. I'm not really into 1st person shooters but this is the best there is. The graphics are so realistic, it looks like you're playing a movie instead of a video game the weapons, voice-overs and missions are immaculate. And the multi-player is absolutely perfect I can't find anything negative about this game. I was always taught if you have nothing nice to say don't say it at all. But I have nothing but nice things to say. I will definitely recommend this to anybody who's looking for a 1st person shooter. I can clearly see why this is the most anticipated game of the year. GRAPHICS 5stars, GAMEPLAY 5stars, REALISM 5stars, WEAPONS 5stars, MULTI-PLAYER 5stars EVERYTHING 5stars. CALL OF DUTY: MODERN WARFARE 2 5STARS...

What can i say.....with this game its all about the multiplayer....and it totally delivers. it has sooo many new things. you get points for saving a friend/avenging a friend/ long distance kill and so many other things. it feels like its easier to play in a way. shotguns are now you secondary weapon...nuff said

BUY IT

Okay I am going to be as clear as I can be, this is probably the greatest first person shooter I have ever played.
Unlike most people I am going to say the bad stuff first.
The campaign is a little short in comparison to other games. So if you are a gamer who only plays the single player campaign and will never touch the online, I would rent before you buy. But I can promise you that you will enjoy the single player game.
Now onto what will keep you busy for probably the rest of your life, the multiplayer, competitve and coop. This game takes everything good from the first game and pretty much doubles it in greatness. Everything is better. You can now have 3 perks on instead of one, my favorite is the bling, which allows you to have 2 attachments. The deathstreaks are a nice touch too because they help you if you are having a bad game. So you will enjoy this mode.
Now onto the coop. This is not the full story coop, instead it is just a bunch of missions that you must complete. And they are fun none the less. They vary from killing a number of enemies, snowmobile racing, or covering your friend with a gunship.
Okay this part will be about the extras for buying the hardened edition. This is worth it because not only do you get the game but also the original call of duty.
So go out there and buy this game, unless you like missing out on a very good game.

this game has spec ops mode which is super fun with 2 people or hard on solo and great online play SO STOP READING THIS AND ORDER THE GAME good luck

As I'm not a big fan of online multiplayer and I have yet to get into Special Ops, this review mainly covers the single player campaign of Modern Warfare 2.

As the title implies, this game could aptly be described as an interactive movie, akin to Metal Gear Solid 4 with less cutscenes and more playing.
Throughout the game, the player will take on the role of a few different characters in various situations around the globe. Without spoiling certain missions, there are certain scripted events that may (if you're anything like me) cause you to lean forward in your seat, gasp quietly to yourself, or shout out "WHOA!" in a room full of people.

There is at least one mission in the game that may be considered highly controversial to some, and the game gives you the option to skip said mission(s) before the game starts, without ruining too much of the game. I ended up playing through them and while it does add to the game, you can get by without playing through it if you so choose.

All in all, I'd prefer the game developer Infinity Ward to develop a stand-alone game consisting of a full single player campaign as this game lasts only about five and a half hours give or take, as the majority of the focus seems to be placed on multiplayer action.

Perfect Score!! one of the greatest FPS game ever made! Must Own, Online gaming is very challenging and very fun.

It's been reviewed to death so I won't waste too much time.

The single player was fun, but I didn't feel that it moved any mountains. The AI was surprisingly good throughout the game--this was my first Call of Duty game and I couldn't help but be impressed at how intelligent the enemies were on the harder difficulties. There was a lot of mission variety, but it just ended a bit too quickly and without a satisfying resolution.

The multiplayer, which I'm sure was the main reason most people bought the game, is very inacessibly difficult to those new to the series. Coupled with a leveling system that rewards those who can already play much better with still better gear, and it's brutal to the newcomer. There are definite moments of fun, but in my experience it's served to be quite frustrating...in a satisfying way. In any case, I'm gonna keep playing and getting better, but do not expect to get online and break above a 1:1 kill-to-death ratio without an extreme, persistent dedication of time. If I had the time to dedicate I'm sure I'd have a lot more fun with it.

As for the hardened edition, I was a bit disappointed with the goodies. The case was...kinda neat I guess, and the little book was similarly neat...but overall it didn't seem worth the extra 20 bucks coupled with the (now $15 on PSN) CoD classic. I suppose the value is fair in that respect.

As an aside, CoD classic is quite awesome as well. I find the older physics a better fit for console controls, and the right and left d-pad buttons allow you to lean either direction which is GREAT tactically. There's a full-featured, 24-episode campaign for single-playing, and a multiplayer mode as well. Very fun too, as I love seeing the origins of a series.

Modern Warfare 2 was bought for Christmas with higher expectations based on previous COD games. My nephew and son whizzed through the campaign in no time. It did not take me anytime to beat the game either and I am not as good as my son. The graphics are the best. Too bad the game-play rushes you through one screen to the next barely giving you anytime to appreciate the design graphics of the game. Cool weapons, though again, the game-play rushes you through to the point where you are not given a chance to try out all the cool guns, or get use to their features. The story line is short and weak. COD World at War is twice the game as MW2. Of course, the game ends unexpectedly leaving another short story for the sequel. I guess this is a good marketing strategy: Make really cool games short-played with a sequel, more sequels = more MONEY! (They know you're going to by the newest sequel to find out what happens next). Just my penny's worth!

This game is really broken, it was fun at first but now it really isn't. I can honestly tell you that I don't like playing this game but it's just incredibly addicting. From the online aspect, you have to deal with nuke boosters which is a major problem. Also, understand that Activision is putting out a map pack that is already out for xbox which costs $15. No this is not a typo, $15. The story mode is very short and i was able to get through it in a week (i'm not a hardcore gamer so this is too short for me). As far as problems with the game being addressed, i doubt it now that Activision has to deal with the mess they created through the signing of a bad contract and there "F you" approach that they have taken with their community. You can find out more information on how Activision had this game blow up in their face if you google it. Umm... enjoy.