Sixteen Months to Develop Modern Warfare 3: Originally Planned as DLC, but How Will the Consensus Look Now?
A recent report published by Bloomberg has revealed some intriguing details about the development process of Modern Warfare 3 (MW3). Contrary to popular belief, it took only sixteen months to create this latest installment in the Call of Duty franchise. Initially, MW3 began its life as downloadable content (DLC) intended to expand Modern Warfare 2 (MW2), which was released in 2022.
Confusion and Crunch: Developers’ Perspective
Back in August 2021, Insider Gaming reported that certain elements within Modern Warfare 3 indicated it was merely an expansion to MW2 with a $70 price tag. Following this news, there were rumblings from Sledgehammer Games developers, some of whom were puzzled about the essence of the ‘follow-up game’ and left disheartened by the grueling schedule to finish it in a short period after the transition from DLC to full release.
Community Concerns: Quality, Balance, and Cheats
Given the negative feedback towards Modern Warfare 3, which was launched globally on November 10th, 2021, several concerns have arisen among the gaming community. Since Call of Duty: Vanguard’s release in 2021, there has been a noticeable decline in the quality and sentiment surrounding the franchise. Issues like unbalanced weapons, toxic SBMM elements, short stories, and an influx of cheaters have been at the heart of the community’s concerns.
Bloomberg Insights: Pressure and Inefficiency
Kevin Tsao, a Bloomberg Intelligence Analyst, touched upon these concerns in the report. The development process for Modern Warfare 3 was characterized by high pressure and inefficiencies that impacted progress. With blockers cropping up frequently, it appeared as though the game faced challenges from its very inception.
Post-launch Consensus: Awaiting the Verdict
As the community settles in with Modern Warfare 3, the consensus remains to be seen. For further Insider Gaming coverage, make sure to check out our article on the recent developments surrounding
