INTRODUCTION
Prepare to jam with the fifth entrant in the musical rhythm extravaganza, “Guitar Hero 5,” for Wii! Strum, drum, and belt out those lyrics as you take on a band’s persona in this game. With an arsenal of instruments at your disposal, including lead and bass guitars, drums, and vocals, this title continues the band experience introduced in “Guitar Hero: World Tour.” Want to be a rockstar on your own? No problem! You can even grab the instruments separately.
BREATHTAKING NEW SOUNDTRACK AND LEGENDARY MODELS
Guitar Hero 5 doesn’t just play around when it comes to music. With a jaw-dropping new soundtrack of 85 songs, players will be grooving in no time. But wait, there’s more! You can now jam alongside animated models of legendary musicians. Johnny Cash? Check! Carlos Santana? Check! Shirley Manson, Kurt Cobain, and Matthew Bellamy? Triple check! Players can craft their tunes or download entire albums or tracks with the integrated studio. Want to rock out to older songs from previous games? They can be imported for a minimal fee. It’s like a greatest hits collection but way cooler!
THE BAND LOBBY: A HUB FOR MUSIC LOVERS
The Band Lobby in Guitar Hero 5 is a clubhouse for musicians and fans. Here, players can form a band with both local and online rockers. Feel like a career? Go for it! Quickplay more of your style? It’s there! And if you’re feeling competitive, there are two new modes: Party Play (for those who love surprises) and RockFest (for the actual band battle experience). Whether you’re playing with four friends locally or eight friends online, it’s time to break down the songs and earn those rockstar rewards!
DROP-IN/DROP-OUT PLAY: ROCK ON YOUR TERMS
Are you ever wanted to be fashionably late to a song or make a graceful exit without ruining the party? Guitar Hero 5’s got you covered with drop-in/drop-out play. Now you can jump in or leave a song without causing a scene. Plus, the Career mode has a new Challenges section for those who seek an extra thrill. No RSVP is required here!
GAME VERSION DIFFERENCES: CHOOSE YOUR PLATFORM WISELY
Guitar Hero 5 is rocking on various platforms, but not all versions are created equal. The PS2 version, for example, is like the diet version of the game—no online modes, downloadable content, or fancy features like drop-in/drop-out play. Oh, and it’s limited to just two instruments. On the other hand, the Wii version is bustling with features, similar to the main console versions but with added Nintendo magic!
THE WII VERSION: WII WILL ROCK YOU
If you’re playing Guitar Hero 5 on the Wii, prepare for a symphony of features. With downloadable content, multiplayer fun through the global Wii address book, and a Mii Freestyle option, it’s a rock fest in your living room! But wait, there’s a cherry on top! The game even interacts with the Nintendo DS to unleash the Roadie Battle mode. It’s like the primary battle mode of Guitar Hero III but with a playful twist of mini-games. Let’s face it; the Wii version of Guitar Hero 5 doesn’t just rock; it rolls too!
Now, grab your virtual instruments and get ready to jam. With Guitar Hero 5, the world is your stage, and every song is an encore waiting to happen!
