SynopsisTake your rock-and-roll fantasies to the max. This interactive musical experience gives you the chance to master lead/bass guitar, drums, vocals or playing collectively as a whole. Best of all, this Special Edition includes the guitar controller, drum controller and microphone, so you'll have everything you need. The music in Rock Band covers all genres of rock and features master recordings from legendary artists, including Nirvana, The Who, Weezer, David Bowie and more. Don't worry if you lack musical experience — the Tutorial mode will turn even a beginner into a rock-and-roll superstar. The helpful Practice mode lets you break down any part of any song at your preferred speed, while Quickplay mode makes it easy to jump into any unlocked song and start jamming. Enjoy single-player career gameplay in Solo Tour mode or form the ultimate band either locally or online in World Tour mode. Create your own rock avatar, mold a unique rocker using the character creator feature and start a journey for stardom that takes you from small-town bars all the way to world-famous arenas.
Average Customer Rating:
4.3 out of 5
Rating Breakdown
(60 reviews)
5 stars
(34)
4 stars
(19)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(4)
53 of 60 (88%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Review 1 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
1.05
WHAT AN AWFUL MISTAKE!
12/01/2008
By madmom67from providence, RI
Value for Price
1.05
Design
5.05
Durability
1.05
Fun
1.05
What's great about it: the idea What's not so great: comes with defective software disc-i.e. the game itself!
"my son had wanted this for a v ery, very long time. i bought one at another store, same bundle, had to return it, because the actual game disc (software) was defective, and the playstation could not read it. i brought it back. i went to bestbuy, bought it here, figured, the online place (not bestbuy) was selling defective products-guess what? same thing-we get home, set up the drims, guitar, etc., son puts the disc in the playstation, SAME, EXACT ERROR MESSAGE, i.e. that the disc can not be read by the ps..went online, no useful "support" there either-brought the second one back as well, never buying it again anywhere! would strongly suggest others not waste money on this "special" edition either-obviously, the "special" aspect of it is that the disc won't work!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:No
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Review 2 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Top 1000 Contributor
Customer Rating
5.05
Great game for entertaining groups of people.
11/08/2008
By rodneyt72from Joplin, MO
Value for Price
5.05
Design
5.05
Durability
4.05
Fun
5.05
What's great about it: Great game. Alot of songs to entertain many. What's not so great: The bass petal on the drums breaks easily when your rocking out haha...
"I was very wary about buying this game for fear that it wouldn't live up to what Guitar Hero had introduced to the gaming industry. I was completely blown away. This game has it all, from your new modern rock, to your underground bands, to my personal favorite, classic rock. I did not expect The Rolling Stones to have a song on there. I was a little disappointed about there being NO storyline, just song lists. But the variety of the songs over-threw that aspect of the game. A must have for anyone who enjoys Guitar Hero and wants to jam out with a few friends."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 3 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Top 100 Contributor
Customer Rating
4.05
Cool
10/14/2008
By BUbbybobfrom Michigan
Value for Price
4.05
Design
5.05
Durability
3.05
Fun
5.05
What's great about it: Drums alone What's not so great: I believe that not all the songs are inclueded havent got deep enough into the game
"This is a sweet game. It incorperates the drums. This is the best thing in the world since I love to keep beats."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 4 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Top 250 Contributor
Customer Rating
4.05
Fun but Lacks Too Many Impoortant Features
10/09/2008
By metalmayhem11
Value for Price
3.05
Design
4.05
Durability
4.05
Fun
5.05
What's great about it: fun, addicting What's not so great: no downloadable content, no online play, no custom characters
"This is a fun game that is similar to the ps3 and 360 version, but it would be alot better with the features it lacks. There is no downloadable content, so you will be playing the songs over and over unless you buy the track pack. It also doesn't have online play, which is one of my favorite things to do because you can play against other people. Another small thing it lacks is custom characters. It isn't a huge thing, but it is very fun to make your own characters and then get different clothes for them, etc. Overall, if you don't have a different console, I would get it. But you also have to remember that Rock Band 2 comes out in about a month or so. It might just be better to wait for that instead of getting this although this will be cheaper."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:No
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Review 5 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Top 250 Contributor
Customer Rating
5.05
Great, fun party game
08/07/2008
By Fitztwgfrom Riverside, CA
What's great about it: Really fun, addicting What's not so great: Lack of downloadable content
"Rock Band rocks!
Sure this might be a bare bones version of the PS3/XBox 360 versions, but us PS2 owners are not left empty handed by a long shot.
There are enough songs right out of the box to keep you busy through 4 instruments and then 4 levels of difficulty. That is a lot of game play.
The major selling point of the pack is group play. Once you get someone to join you on the other instruments, you are hooked! And so are they!
My brother-in-law tries to find sneaky ways to come over and play "Oh, I was just in the neighborhood." That is how addicting this game is."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 6 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
5.05
One of the best games
08/07/2008
By r0ckstar
What's great about it: Fun, cool songs, GREAT PRICE What's not so great: short song list
"Hey this game is cool, fun, and unique. Everyone cam get in on the action. The music is cool, and it makes the gme so addicting. Once u start playing you cant stop. Its a little better on the ps3 since you are able to download songs. The song list is short whish was a little disappointing."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 7 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
4.05
It does ROCK!!
08/03/2008
By ahpaloozafrom San Jose, CA
What's great about it: Really great family entertainment. What's not so great: ps2 version is not as great as ps3/360 version.
"It really is fun to play. It definitely became an instant bond for the family. It rocks! The only thing that could have been done to make it better is if ps2 players can take advantage of the ps3/360 version like customizing characters and venues and maybe more. But other than that, it is fantastic. Great not just for family but for friends too. Let's get rocking!!!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 8 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
5.05
FUN FUN FUN
08/02/2008
By bballstar47from San Diego, CA
What's great about it: The game is tons of fun and up to three people can play....I really enjoy this game with friends. What's not so great: None at all
"This product is fun for the whole family and really get a laugh in at the same time. Its great for parties or just a down Friday Night. I definitely recommend this product."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 9 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Top 10 Contributor
Customer Rating
5.05
Great bundle
07/30/2008
By Brent435from Las Vegas,NV
What's great about it: Everything What's not so great: could use a bit more songs
"Rock Band the bundle is great,and it's a terrific game. You can play drums or guitars and more. Everthing in this game is terrific."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 10 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
5.05
great game
07/26/2008
By cloud7
"this is a great game, and an awesome cheaper way to play rock band. if you could care less about custom characters and world tour mode in multiplayer, than this is a great version"
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 11 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
5.05
Great fun for the whole family!
07/21/2008
By Watarifrom Anchorage, AK
What's great about it: Lots of instruments to choose from and hours of fun and it hold replay value! What's not so great: None really, some of the songs were left to be desired but hey that happens with any game like this really!
"My friends and I played this game for hours upon hours every weekend and after our work day was over we were right there again jammin out. This game definitly holds replay value as you can train yourself to work on the other instruments, I have some serious issues with drums :) but really it's great fun for family, friends or even by yourself."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 12 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
5.05
Best Interactive game for PS2
07/08/2008
By jecstah
What's great about it: Everything! What's not so great: None
"This game is fun, and great for any person! When I set it up, I hooked it up and played it right away! But at first it was a little confusing, but then you get used to it. Overall a great game!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 13 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
4.05
a blast to play
07/07/2008
By jakespeedramfrom ohio
What's great about it: diverse song selection up to 4 players What's not so great: could use a few more songs
"With my daughter (9) on vocals and son (12) on drums and myself (over 40) on guitar/bass we all thought we were in a band!! How cool is that. Very very cool!! First time my son and I played we went for 7 hours we didn't even realize we missed lunch and dinner. We will buy the extra guitar. I think RB is alot funner than other guitar game out there."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 14 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
5.05
Awesome!
07/06/2008
By Anonymous Reviewer
What's great about it: lots of fun, play alone or with friends, great songs What's not so great: none
"I love this game!! It's awesome to play when your friends come over and it's fun to play alone."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 15 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
5.05
rockband
06/30/2008
By ElProfesor
"This was an awesome purchase. I played it before at my friends house and it was really fun and enjoyable. I had to buy it for myself. The drums are really fun to play!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 16 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
4.05
Great game at great price
06/29/2008
By johnsolo
What's great about it: Easy to play, nice guitar and drum kit. What's not so great: Lack of songs.
"I recently played the PS2 version of Rock Bank with my relatives and was immediately hooked. The game was so much fun to play. This is my first experience with the Rock Band/Guitar Hero games and I can't wait to buy other games like this. This is a good deal for the price I paid and everyone in your family will enjoy this game. And it's even better when the game is amplified through your home theatre system."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 17 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
4.05
What a great deal!!!
06/26/2008
By TallicaFan73from Eastpointe, MI
What's great about it: fun game alone or with others, good song selection, good for all ages What's not so great: no characters to pick and/or create, no guitars to choose from, no rock shop, no world tour, no dlc
"Even though this game does not have the perks of the one for PS3 or Xbox 360, it is still a good game for the price I paid. I wouldn't pay original price because of the features it does lack, so when it went on sale, I didn't hesitate. This game is fun to play alone or with others. I have been playing every day since I got it on 6-20-08. Everything has worked perfectly, no problems at all!!! As far as the guitar goes, that everyone hates, it is not bad. I have been using the one that came with GH3 for a while, so I am used to that. So it's all a matter of getting used to it. Overall I think it's great even considering what's missing!!!!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 18 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
1.05
worst product ever
06/24/2008
By joecool456
What's great about it: none What's not so great: everything
"ok so i buy this game and i get everything setup then i put the game in and it wont work! so i reread the directions and see if i have evevrything hooked up right and i do i hit restart on my ps2 either 4 or 5 times and for some strange reason the game works but then when i try again about an hour later the thing doesnt work again! overall DO NOT BUY THIS PRODUCT!"
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:No
0 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 19 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
4.05
best purchase for game lovers
06/22/2008
By jenvillfrom Los Angeles, CA
What's great about it: very entertaining, great product What's not so great: not too many songs to choose from
"I bought this game for my family and we were very excited when we got home. We immediately opened the box and installed everything. We had a blast because everybody participated. This is a very good game for a family, or for friends especially when you have an extra guitar. And the best part is I bought this on sale, for $99.99 we are all solved."
Would you recommend this product to a friend?:Yes
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Review 20 for MTV Games Rock Band Special Edition (PlayStation 2)
Customer Rating
4.05
Fun Times
06/18/2008
By aej13
What's great about it: A Drum Set, need i say more?
"This is an awesome game not only for the whole family, but just for a few too! You get a microphone and a drum set AND a guitar but you dont have to play all 3, you can choose whatever you want! Im sure they will continue making games, so the fun will last."
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