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Doesn't rock as hard as Rock Band.

Published August 14, 2008
3 out of 5 starsScore: 60/100
Pros
  • Good song selection..but not as good as Rock Band.
  • Good online and matchtypes...but not as good as Rock Band.
  • The more challenging music game (in the Guitar category obviously)

Cons

  • DLC fails
  • Graphics and animation need serious help
  • No customizable characters

Presentation

Menus look great. Presentation of the band could have been much better. Often the singing doesnt match the singers lips well, and the drummer is like a robot.

3/5

Graphics

Decent for a music game, but not as good as Rock Band.

3.5/5

Gameplay

Just as fun as Guitar Hero has always been, but if you're looking for the ultimate and much more entertaining music game experience..this is not for you.

3.5/5

Sound


Good song selection, though severely outdone by Rock Band, especially when including Rock Bands over 200 DLC songs.

3/5

Online

Great online battles, add replay value. Though not nearly as fun as playing as a band on Rock Band.

3.5/5

Lasting Appeal

The addition of online will extend your playtime a few months.

3.5/5

Overall

A good music game for the crowd that doesn't want the drums and singing. More simple and just a guitar.

3/5






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