Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 - Campaign Review

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4's campaign has faced the difficult task of concluding a series of seven years, which have been described as "uneven." The game successfully handles this challenge, delivering an exciting string of missions that focus on new elements rather than dwelling on the past. This is the best Modern Warfare campaign since 2019's reboot and a testament to the quality of the game when the developers have ample time to create it.

The campaign stands out compared to the poorly received Modern Warfare 3's story, which was a mixture of multiplayer maps and confusing storytelling. Infinity Ward has done a commendable job in picking up where it left off, employing a smart structure that splits the story into two halves and brings them together in the end. Captain Price, the central character in the Modern Warfare plot, continues to lead the narrative.

After MW3's disastrous finale, Price is now on the run and operating as a lone wolf, wanted by those he used to work for.

The story initially seems convoluted, but Infinity Ward simplifies it by killing off some introduced characters and focusing on the most relevant ones. The Archer, portrayed by Mads Mikkelsen, is a Russian terrorist who becomes Price's main adversary. However, he is not as well-developed as the villain from the original Modern Warfare 2, which is a missed opportunity to bring back a famous antagonist.

Price's chapters of the story are reminiscent of a Bond movie, featuring parkour escapes, car chases, and stealthy infiltrations. The Archer's performance is unsettling, but his character lacks enough time to create a deep connection with the player. The Korean conflict takes center stage in many of the missions, providing engaging storytelling and a stronger emotional bond to the player. Young Mazino's Park Hyun Jun is an endearing character who offers an emotional anchor to the story, offsetting the gruff military types.