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Rock Band Impressions
- October 18, 2007 15:28 PM PST
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The GamePros play some Rock Band and tell it like it is.
Over 70 new Rock Band screens right here!
The GamePro game demo room has been overflowing with wannabe rockers from the moment Rock Band graced its presence. Instead of reiterating its features, I thought it would be more informative and fun to poll those musically inclined GamePros to find out why this game has them staying at work late.
What is your favorite instrument to play (includes singing)?
Sid: Drums. They rule! I never played before but found out I am a natural thanks to Rock Band.
Dave: Gotta go with singing. I loved Karaoke Revolution, and this game takes out a lot of the embarrassment of singing amongst friends. Your friends aren't going to laugh at your voice cracking when they're struggling on the drums.
Travis:
I always enjoy playing guitar, but I've actually found lead vocals to be my favorite part of the band. I hate karaoke, but Rock Band makes me feel a part of the band, not some spectacle onstage.
That could be you!
What is your least favorite instrument to play?
Chenda: Guitar, because I suck at it. It's too hard for my n00b hands.
Amanda: Drums, because I've got no rhythm and my feet aren't coordinated. But if I did, I'd be all over it.
Dave: Bass. I know it's the backbone of every song, but more often than not you can barely make out your contribution to the song.
Do you like the song selection?
Travis: It's interesting because in Guitar Hero the songs are meant for tasty guitar licks and the song selection in Rock Band caters to more instruments. That way, everyone looks cool, not just the lead guitarist.
Sid: Yes, though I am eagerly awaiting full album downloads. In general, I'd like to see a few more songs from the 70s and 80s and a few less modern pop hits.
Do you like it more or less than Guitar Hero?
Tae: I think Rock Band does a lot of things better than Guitar Hero. Obviously, the drums and the ability to sing stand out. But I like Guitar Hero's controllers better.
Amanda: If you want a riff-ripping guitar experience, Rock Band is not the way to go. But everything else about it blows Guitar Hero out of the water.
Are you going to buy Rock Band?
Dave: I'll likely just buy a drum kit. I could always use a standard USB mic or headset for vocals, and my GHII guitar for guitar/bass.
Chenda: I will buy it for my boyfriend...the whole enchilada.
