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5.0 stars
"Great party game; solo games not bad either!"
Pros: Good music (w/downloadable content), visuals, game play with a wide range of difficulty level (from relatively easy to very diificult - for someone like me who is not a gamer and can't carry a beat)
Cons: Expensive but well worth it
Summary: My daughter and I bought this game earlier this week when it arrived at the retail stores. My kids and their friends (and myself, of course) have been rocking out till the week hours of the morning the past 3 evenings. Everyone who has seen and participated in this game has been blown away. It is a very addicting game. My two sons had a band when they were in high school, and they really got into this game.
I have always wanted to learn to play the drums - my dad did and now one of sons also plays. Unfortunately, I don't have any musical talent and I can't carry a beat. With Rock Band, I may yet realize my dream. I'm even contemplating buying myself a real electronic drum set similar to what my son already has.
It was great that we can use the guitar controllers from Guitar Hero. The mic, guitar and drum set that came bundled with the game all work well. I wished the drum pads were a bit softer so that the pounding of the drums would not interfere with the great music from the game. No problem - just crank the sound up.
This is going to be an expensive pastime. I've already downloaded all the new tracks available on Market Live, and I'm looking for a drum stool and anti-vibe drumsticks. I already purchased an extra set of real drumsticks from a music store.
The game is easy to learn (the tutorial and practice sections are very helpful). And best of all, Rock Band is extremely fun to play (and watch others play)!
For perspective, I'm not a gamer but may soon become one because of this game. I've already track of all the countless hours I've "played" this game. But I consider the time well worth it since I feel that I'm also starting to learn how to play the drums!
Where to buy
Rock Band Special Edition w/ Instruments (Xbox 360):
$18.99 - $69.99
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