Band Hero

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A more youth-friendly version of the hit Guitar Hero series, Band Hero for DS by Activision will include top-40 acts as well as more pop music in the track lineup. The DS version of Band Hero allows families and friends to play together as a band with the DS Lites' built in microphone, the brand new innovative Drum Grip that gives players the ability to lay down beats on their DS Lite, and the signature Guitar Hero Guitar Grip guitar gameplay. The game features tracks from music's most popular artists including: Blink-182, Avril Lavigne, The Killers, KT Tunstall and Fall Out Boy.

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  • Nov. 23, 2009 Review: Band Hero (DS)

    With three portable iterations of Guitar Hero currently on store shelves, it was inevitable that Activision would introduce the full-on band experience onto Nintendo's popular handheld -- but how well does it work? Reviewer Megan Watt tried her hand at the DS version of Band Hero, but the lack of a career mode and On Tour's infamous hand-cramping peripheral really hurts the overall experience.

  • Nov. 4, 2009 News: No Doubt suing Activision over Band Hero

    Another Activision game, another musician angered. This time, No Doubt is suing over their likenesses being playable for all of the tracks in Band Hero.

  • Oct. 26, 2009 News: 30 percent of Guitar Hero players are girls

    Activision's goal is to expand the franchise to attract new players with differing tastes, but Guitar Hero CEO Dan Rosensweig is quick to note that the franchise already has a large female following.

  • Oct. 22, 2009 Preview: Band Hero Preview

    Curious to see what sets Band Hero apart from other rhythm games? Heather and Will are here to give you the lowdown.

  • Jul. 23, 2009 News: PICS: Band Hero for DS to include drum attachment, vocals

    The upcoming family-friendly Guitar Hero sequel, Band Hero, will be heading to the DS, among other consoles, but the DS version will include a new accessory for drumming.