Learn more about The Beatles: Rock Band. (Flash demo) SynopsisIn the '60s, they took the music world by storm. Now they're about to do the same for the world of music video games. Get ready to live out the meteoric rise of a band of legendary musicians as you take on the role of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison or Ringo Starr and experience the music of the Beatles in an entirely new way.The Beatles: Rock Band immerses you fully in the music and artistry of the Beatles. Show off your skills on guitar, bass, drums or vocals as you jam your way through hits that span the length of the Beatles' impressive career, performing at venues ranging from the Cavern Club to the roof at Savile Row. Combine up to three microphones to perform Beatles-style three-part harmony with your friends on enduring hits like I Want to Hold Your Hand, Day Tripper, Back in the U.S.S.R. and Here Comes the Sun. From their early days just breaking onto the world scene to their final artistic triumphs, you'll be at the center of the action, experiencing all the excitement and musical power that went into the making of a truly legendary band, and even gaining insights into the Beatles' experience beyond the limelight.
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This is perhaps the most aesthetically pleasing of all the music games I have played. The warm, authentic treatment of the world's greatest band takes the game beyond the button-mashing challenge of RB1/RB2 to something that feels more like you are witnessing and experiencing a part of music history. Also, the amazing, creative graphics push the genre forward in terms of visual creativity such that just watching other play the game is a worthwhile experience.
If you like the Beatles, this game is a must-have.
What's great about it: Visuals, Harmony Vocals!, attention to detail, authenticity
What's not so great: No complaints, other than it can be expensive if you need the equipment.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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SynopsisFeel the rush of adrenaline as you take the stage as multi-platinum, Grammy Award-winning group Green Day. Hear the roar of the crowd as you start your set with your band ~ vocals, guitar, bass and drums coming together to rock this venue. You're bringing your awesome rock-and-roll fantasy to life.Green Day: Rock Band lets you step on stage as a rock star for an immersive gaming experience. Play as custom 3D characters featuring the likenesses of Green Day members Billie Joe Armstrong, Mike Dirnt and Tr~ Cool as you unleash hot tracks, including American Idiot, Wake Me Up When September Ends, Boulevard of Broken Dreams, Brain Stew, Jaded and Hitchin' A Ride. Progress through the story to unlock more than 100 collectible images and more than 40 minutes of rare and unreleased. Get your friends in on the action with three-part vocal harmonies in multiplayer mode.
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If you are a fan of Green Day and a fan of Rock Band, this is a must have. If you are one or the other, this is a maybe have.
If you are neither, than don't waste your time reading further. This is not the title that will spark your interest in Rock Band nor will it make you into a Green Day fan.
I happen to love Rock Band and like Green Day, so it was a no brainer. The drums are super fun, the harmony vocals are carried over from The Beatles game, and the bass lines are punishing. The Billy Joe guitar parts are not ideally suited for Rock Band. He mostly just bangs away on chords, which can become awfully repetitive. So, I completed campaigns on every instrument but guitar, where I cherry picked the good stuff.
Overall, this as a nice installment to tide me over until Rock Band 3 came out.
What's great about it: Exportable to RB3, true to the band, great drum and bass lines, easy harmony vocals for novice singers
What's not so great: Guitar lines are repetitive and uninteresting
I would recommend this to a friend!
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