Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is finally out. The latest installment in Activision Blizzard's marquee shooter is a follow-up to 2022's Modern Warfare II. It isn't scheduled to launch on November 10 but an errant glitch has allowed some of its players to access the game's campaign mode earlier than intended - even before the Early Access period.
This "early" early access has led to a deluge of spoilers, gameplay footage, and screenshots flooding the internet, much to the chagrin of fans eagerly awaiting the game's official release.
Modern Warfare 3 continues the narrative of Task Force 141, promising another globe-trotting adventure with the return of the villain Makarov. Trailers have hinted at explosive action and perhaps an interactive terrorist attack reminiscent of the controversial No Russian mission from 2009's Modern Warfare II. The hype surrounding Modern Warfare 3 is easy to understand, with fans particularly intrigued by how Makarov will fit into the new story and the resolution of the cliffhanger ending from the last game.
Unfortunately, the premature release of campaign details somehow mars the release. A glitch reportedly allowed some players to access the campaign ahead of its early access period, which was scheduled to start on November 2 for those who preordered the game. This has led to a flood of spoilers circulating on social media platforms and content-sharing sites like YouTube. The campaign mission list and even the game's official ratings description have unwittingly become sources of spoilers, necessitating caution from fans who wish to preserve the surprise.
