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Call of Duty 3 vs Medal of Honor

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Call of Duty 3
Call of Duty 3Experience the brutal battles of WWII on the Western Front
Medal of Honor
Medal of HonorA gritty WWII shooter that blends stealth and action
Overview
Description

Step into the shoes of Allied soldiers as they fight across iconic WWII locations in this intense first‑person shooter. With a gripping single‑player campaign and robust multiplayer modes, Call of Duty 3 delivers fast‑paced action and authentic wartime atmosphere.

Set during World War II, Medal of Honor puts players in the boots of an elite operative behind enemy lines, delivering a cinematic campaign filled with intense firefights and covert missions. The game balances fast‑paced shooting with stealth tactics, offering both solo and cooperative experiences across multiple platforms.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
First-Person Shooters
Best for
Fans of WWII shooters
Fans of WWII shooters
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$59.99
$59.99
release date
2006-11-07
2010-10-12
Specifications
developer
Treyarch, Exact Entertainment
Danger Close, EA Digital Illusions CE
publisher
Activision
Electronic Arts
age rating
ESRB T, PEGI 16
PEGI 18, ESRB M+13%
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
74/100
74/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Authentic WWII settings
  • Strong multiplayer variety
  • Split‑screen co‑op support
  • Solid weapon variety
  • Engaging WWII storyline
  • Strong blend of stealth and action
  • Varied multiplayer modes
  • Authentic weapon recreation
Cons
  • Graphics dated by modern standards
  • Limited map selection
  • Occasional AI pathing issues
  • Occasional AI glitches
  • Multiplayer matchmaking can be slow
  • Limited map variety
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User rating
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The Verdict

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Both games cost $59.99 and hold a 74/100 critic score, but Medal of Honor emphasizes stealth with branching narratives while Call of Duty 3 focuses on cinematic set-pieces and split-screen co-op.

Key differences

  • Medal of Honor features a branching campaign narrative and stealth takedowns, whereas Call of Duty 3 uses scripted cinematic set-pieces on the Western Front.
  • Medal of Honor supports up to 16 players online with integrated voice chat, while Call of Duty 3 supports up to 12 players online.
  • Call of Duty 3 includes split-screen co-op on the same console, which is not specified for Medal of Honor.
  • Medal of Honor was released in October 2010 by Electronic Arts, whereas Call of Duty 3 launched in November 2006 by Activision.
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Gameplay & fun factor

Both offer engaging WWII action with destructible environments and dynamic weather, though Medal of Honor adds stealth takedowns.

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Platform availability

Specific platforms are not mentioned in the facts for either game.

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Price & value

Both games share the exact same MSRP of $59.99 as a one-time paid purchase.

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Multiplayer / co-op

Supports up to 16 online players with integrated voice chat, compared to Call of Duty 3's 12-player limit.

Medal of Honor

Content & replayability

Medal of Honor features a branching narrative with multiple mission outcomes, whereas Call of Duty 3 uses scripted set-pieces.

Medal of Honor

Difficulty & accessibility

Call of Duty 3 carries an ESRB T and PEGI 16 rating, making it slightly more accessible than Medal of Honor's M/PEGI 18 rating.

Call of Duty 3

Graphics & performance

Both share a 74/100 critic score, though Call of Duty 3's graphics are noted as dated by modern standards and Medal of Honor has AI glitches.

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Choose Call of Duty 3 if…

Gamers looking for split-screen same-console co-op and cinematic historical set-pieces.

Choose Medal of Honor if…

Players wanting branching campaign choices, stealth mechanics, and larger 16-player online matches.

Common questions

How much do these games cost?

Both Medal of Honor and Call of Duty 3 have an MSRP of $59.99 as paid, one-time purchases.

Do both games support local split-screen co-op?

Only Call of Duty 3 includes split-screen co-op for two players on the same console; local split-screen is not specified for Medal of Honor.

What are the critic scores for these titles?

Both Medal of Honor and Call of Duty 3 hold a critic score of 74/100.