Guitar Hero is one of the most iconic game franchises of all time. Harmonix and Red Octane initially came up with the concept of repurposing the dance mat style of gameplay for music fans, and it was an unprecedented hit. Since Guitar Hero in 2005, there have been six other games in the main series. Two of these were released quickly after the first. There have also been numerous expansions, spinoffs, and related games. However, the series went into hiatus in 2015, and there is no sign that it is set to return. Can gamers dream of a new release on the Xbox Series X?
Franchise Went Into Hiatus in 2015
After being an ever-present game across multiple generations of consoles for a decade, the Guitar Hero franchise went into hiatus in 2015 after the release of Guitar Hero Live. The game was lauded for its reinvention of the series, as it provided players with an immersive experience that made them feel as though they were playing on stage. However, due to it failing to sell as well as Activision had hoped, the publisher laid off half of the developers from the studio that created it, FreeStyleGames.
There had been plans for other instalments in the series after Guitar Hero Live, as this game was supposed to act as a soft reboot. It was due to take the franchise in a new direction, with a greater focus on live stage shows. Many loyal fans will have been disappointed that this never came to fruition, and they could still be holding out hope that there will be a new game on the current Xbox.
Still a Huge Market for Rock Games
Despite the fact that the latest release in the series was a flop, there is still clearly a huge market for rock games. Across various genres, titles that draw inspiration from well-known rock acts can be found. One of the top free slots online is Kiss: Shout it Out Loud from WMS. Players can access it for free by playing it through their browser without having to download any software. If they enjoy it, they can then think about playing for real money. The Kiss game is one of many online slots that feature rockers, with Motorhead and Guns N’ Roses also having been immortalised on the reels in recent times.
A free demo of FUSER (@FuserGame) is now available on the Microsoft Store for Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. #PlayFUSER
From the creators of Rock Band and Dance Central comes FUSER - a nonstop digital music festival where you and your friends control the music! Combine elements of the world’s most popular songs to create your own sound or partner with friends on epic collaborations, then share your amazing mixes and headlining performances with the world!
With access to a 100+ song soundtrack that features global hits from some of the world’s biggest artists, players will seamlessly blend vocals, bass lines, beats and riffs as they play. As they’re mixing, players will earn points based on timing as well as their ability to satisfy crowd requests and level objectives.
Give FUSER a free spin with the demo, available now! Mix chart-topping tracks like “Yo Perreo Sola” by Bad Bunny, “bad guy” by Billie Eilish, “Bodak Yellow” by Cardi B, “Ghosts ‘n’ Stuff” by deadmau5 ft. Rob Swire, “Don’t Start Now” by Dua Lipa, “Killing In The Name” by Rage Against The Machine, “All Star” by Smash Mouth and “Regulate” by Warren G and Nate Dogg as you try a portion of the FUSER Campaign.
Music mixing game “FUSER” is now available for digital pre-order and pre-download on Xbox One. #PlayFuser
From the creators of Rock Band & Dance Central comes FUSER - a nonstop virtual music festival where you control the music! Combine elements of the world’s most popular songs to create your own sound or partner with friends on epic collaborations, then share your amazing mixes and headlining performances with the world! As players progress through the game, they’ll unlock new songs, new sounds, a wide variety of cosmetic options and also advanced gameplay options that open up a stunning creative palette. Players will be able to express themselves through live challenges, multiplayer modes and also freestyle mode. Fuser is a musical playground where players can explore, discover and perfect incredible mixes. Fuser gameplay is all about creativity and experimentation, an audio canvas waiting for players to make their mark.
There are 2 digital editions of FUSER available to pre-order:
FUSER Standard Edition Pre-Order ($59.99 / £59.99 / €69.99 / AU$99.95) - Receive 3 DLC songs when you pre-order FUSER today! - Receive the "Polytech" Theme Pack when you pre-order on the Microsoft Store online. From the creators of Rock Band™ & Dance Central™ comes FUSER™ - a nonstop virtual music festival where you control the music! Combine elements of the world’s most popular songs to create your own sound or partner with friends on epic collaborations, then share your amazing mixes and headlining performances with the world!
FUSER VIP Edition Pre-Order ($99.99 / £99.99 / € 109,99 /AU$160.95) - Receive 3 DLC songs when you pre-order FUSER today! - Receive the "Polytech" Theme Pack when you pre-order on the Microsoft Store online. From the creators of Rock Band™ & Dance Central™ comes FUSER™ - a nonstop virtual music festival where you control the music! Combine elements of the world’s most popular songs to create your own sound or partner with friends on epic collaborations, then share your amazing mixes and headlining performances with the world! FUSER arrives this fall. #PlayFuser VIP Edition (Digital) includes: - FUSER game - 25 Additional launch DLC songs - Gilded Rabbit Helmet - FUSER Fest Outfit - Remix Runner Outfit - Shatterfall Stage Video Pack
Let's take a look at the official gameplay trailer:
FUSER arrives this fall. Check the product page for release date/time in your region.
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“Charlie Murder” is now available to download on Xbox Live. It's priced at 800 MSP and weighs in at 370 MB. Download the free demo!
It’s a punk rock apocalypse! Team up with your friends to lead embattled punk rock band Charlie Murder in their epic quest to save the world from rival death metalers Gore Quaffer and their legions of evil. RPG it up as you hoard insane loot to buff your character (and look excellent), earn fans to unlock powerful finishers and teamup moves, get tattoos to channel your “Anar-Chi,” and uncover mysterious relics of modern myth!
For more information on 'Charlie Murder', please visit the 360-HQ video games database or the official site.
SCUF Gaming has partnered with Avenged Sevenfold to release a new custom Xbox 360 controller with a signed certificate from the band!
"Scuf Gaming is delighted to release the 'SCUF Avenged' in partnership with famous American rock band from Huntington Beach, California - Avenged Sevenfold!"
The custom "SCUF Avenged" (AVENGED Hybrid) controller is available from the official website for $139.95 USD. The controller boasts a repeating print of the bands logo; a skull with bat wings (Death Bat), Death Bat on the guide button and SCUF Avenged paddles on the reverse of the controller.
"The band's lead vocalist, Matthew Shadows, is an avid gamer who has been using a SCUF controller for over 1 year has recently been competing at Major League Gaming’s last event at Anaheim, California with his Call Of Duty Team. Included with the SCUF Avenged will be a signed certificate from the band!"
For more information the new controler make sure you head on over to the official site.
This week at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), Ubisoft announced the new Rocksmith 2014 Edition, the next installment of the hit Rocksmith brand that has taught 1.4 million people worldwide how to play guitar, will be available for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PC and MAC this October.
The all-new Rocksmith 2014 Edition is bigger, better, and faster than ever. Rebuilt from the ground-up, you'll experience vastly improved features, a new look, more flexible practice tools, new techniques and tunings, over 50 new hit songs, and much more. Rocksmith 2014 Edition will be available in October, and allows players to plug any real guitar or bass directly into their Xbox 360, Sony PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, PC or Mac to begin their musical journey.
The first Rocksmith is already the fastest way to learn guitar according to a national U.S. study by Research Strategy Group Inc. Another study conducted by Toluna Group reported that 95% of Rocksmith players say it improved their guitar skills. In Rocksmith 2014 Edition players will experience an even more efficient and enjoyable method of learning guitar.
With a completely redesigned interface and all-new features, Rocksmith 2014 Edition is tailored to better teach the key elements of guitar playing, and to make learning faster and more fun than any other method. A new fully customizable “Riff Repeater” lets players select any section of a song they want to play, and adjust the difficulty and speed on-the-fly. A new “Master Mode” makes playing by memory more approachable and new “Guitarcade” mini-games have been created to hone specific guitar skills. With these flexible and deep practice tools, it’s never been easier for players to play their favorite songs on guitar or bass.
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