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Rock Band (X360)

GENERAL INFORMATION

GENRE/STYLE

Simulation/Musical Instrument/Band Simulation

RELEASE DATE

20/NOV/07

ESRB RATING

TEEN, Lyrics, Mild Suggestive Themes

DEVELOPER

MTV Games

PUBLISHER

Harmonix Music Systems, Inc.

ALSO AVAILABLE ON

Wii, PlayStation 2, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3

TRAITS (member-attributed "LIKES")

THE SETTING #USES

PLAYING AS #USES

guitarist 337
drummer 278
musician 139

PLAYING AGAINST #USES

Perfection 222
Rhythm 157
score 128

HOW IT'S PLAYED #USES

GENERAL TONE #USES

DESCRIPTION

The most ambitious peripheral-driven game at the time of its release, Rock Band encourages aspiring musicians to drum, strum, or hum to classic and current rock songs instead of being limited to one specific part. Developer Harmonix Music Systems, who created both the acclaimed Guitar Hero and Karaoke Revolution franchises, expands the rhythm genre by introducing a four-player cooperative title featuring four distinct roles: drums, lead guitar, bass guitar, and vocals. To support this endeavor, Rock Band offers a custom designed drum kit, microphone, and guitar peripheral, all of which can be purchased separately or together with the "special edition" bundle.

Fans of the developer's previous hits will feel right at home with Rock Band, as the underlying engine incorporates many of the same ideas. To "play" the sound with your selected peripheral, you must hit the right color-coordinated notes in time to the music. The singing aspect is identical to the one used in Karaoke Revolution, where your voice's pitch and phrasing is scored on how close you croon to the selected track. Male or female rockers can be created with a choice of hairstyles, body types, faces, clothing, tattoos, and even personalities before embarking on a "World Tour." Each tour can be played using only one of the instruments or as part of a band with up to three friends.

Performances at different cities earn characters star points to unlock additional songs or venues as well as cash to purchase new clothing and accessories. Online support is included along with various competitive modes, such as head-to-head battles with a choice of instruments. Rock Band ships with 58 licensed songs spanning five decades, with original master recordings used in all but seven tracks. Among the featured songs are "Gimme Shelter," "Don't Fear the Reaper," "Creep," "Tom Sawyer," "Enter Sandman," "Reptilia," and "Sabotage." Online players can also purchase new songs from artists such as The Who, Metallica, and The Grateful Dead soon after the game's release. ~ Scott Alan Marriott, All Game Guide

Rock Band (X360)

GENRE/STYLE:

Simulation/Musical Instrument/Band Simulation
RELEASE DATE:

20/NOV/07
TOP TRAITS:

rock and roll, guitarist, With Friends
DESCRIPTION:

The most ambitious peripheral-driven game at the time of its release, Rock Band encourages aspiring musicians to drum... more

players 4,220

times played 19,833

#27

POPULARITY: X360 PLATFORM

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Rock Band (X360) by: MrVista360

“Very addicting, "Must buy more DLC", but I have a great time playing it with the family.”

Rock Band (X360) by: ATIRAGEPROTURBO

“Music games existed in North America before Harmonix exploded with Guitar Hero, but it wasn't until Rock Band that I truly became obsessed. With hundreds of songs and the first home game with full band play, it was a dream come true. Classic!”

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“Relax, it is just a comic.”

Added by: MrVista360
Date: 02/JUL/2009
Views: 10
Votes: 0

created 02/JUL/2009

EightTrackMind was the last to comment - 1 day ago...

“It's shotgun-in-the-mouth hilarious!”

Rock Band (X360) by: WORRBLADE

“Fun”

SlowChemical played Rock Band (X360) on 28/JUN/09

SlowChemical was the last to comment - 3 days ago...

“Trying to get old achievements... damn you band World Tour”

created 29/JUN/2009

Rock Band (X360) by: agnivohneb

“Awesome to play with your friends. I have seen way more Rock Band parties then I have Guitar Hero.”

MrVista360 played Rock Band (X360) on 27/JUN/09

“You have to get the Iron Maiden Live Pack. Dude seriously, the live aspect TOTALLY changes the feel of the game. The closest to real without the "norms" sounding like Karaoke, Must Buy!!! ”

created 27/JUN/2009

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Added by: NakedSamurai
Date: 23/JUN/2009
Views: 3
Votes: 0

created 23/JUN/2009

Rock Band (X360) by: KingIce

“just get rock band 2”

Rock Band (X360) by: ADMINDER

“great game, good soongs and grerat co-op gameplay”

Rock Band (X360) by: dohert14

“A great game to play with friends and family. Every time I play I have an amazing time playing.”

Friedenspanzer played Rock Band (X360) on 08/JUN/09

“Finished the drum solo tour on medium, started with hard.”

created 08/JUN/2009

Rock Band (X360) by: DGblackz

“The first game of this amazing series. Really fun, in solo play or in a band. Personnaly, I didn't really liked the Multiplayer system but the game in general is really good. ^_^ ”