THE HUB

OMG!!!

FEATURED GAME

FEATURED MEMBER

elementxstyle

elementxstyle

GP Design shop.

QUICK POLL

Who had the best E3 press conference?

ASK THE PROS

THE GAMEPROS

FREE NEWSLETTERS

Sign up now to receive weekly or daily updates on your favorite games, stories, and more!



Wii | Simulation | Battle of the Bands

Boxart for Battle of the Bands
Battle of the Bands 9 screen shots
  • GRAPHICS: 3.50
  • SOUND: 4.25
  • CONTROL: 4.00
  • FUN FACTOR 4.00
  • AVG USER SCORE n/a
  • AVG CRITIC SCORE 4.0

Battle of the Bands Description

Battle of the Bands (formerly titled "Band Mashups") is a video game published by THQ and developed by Planet Moon Studios for the Wii console. It is a rhythm game in a similar style to the Guitar Hero series, PaRappa the Rapper, and Bust a Groove -- however, it does not use any peripherals outside of the standard Wii Remote. The game features 30 licensed songs with 5 cover versions done in completely different styles. The five main genres of music are Rock/Metal, Funk/Hip-Hop, Country Western, Latin, and Marching Band. There will also be three tracks performed with an orchestra.

Teen Titles rated "Teen (T)" have content suitable for persons ages 13 and older. Titles in this category may contain violent content, mild or strong language, and/or suggestive themes.

Recently Added

Video: Video Reviews: Battle of the Bands: Video Review

Can this little Wii title hold its own against bestsellers like Guitar Hero and Rock Band? Find out what our reviewer thought in this GamePro Video Review!

Video: Gameplay: Battle of the Bands: Black Betty Gameplay

Its Country verses Rock in this test of musical skills. Hit the notes at the right time to unsure your climb to the top.

Video: Gameplay: Battle of the Bands: Insane in the Brain Gameplay

Check out the dueling versions of Cypress Hill's Insane in the Brain in the newest rhythm game to hit the Nintendo Wii. Take control of the song to prove your musical supremacy!

Review: Battle of the Bands

You have to hand it to Planet Moon Studios: instead of trying to compete directly with the insanely popular Rock Band and Guitar Hero franchises, they wisely chose to side-step the competition by offering up a rhythm game experience that's unique and different. Although it won't make you want to give up your fake drums and guitars, Battle of the Bands is a charming title that's definitely worth "listening" to.

Screen Update: Battle of the Bands

Nine new screens from unique Battle of the Bands, exclusively for the Nintendo Wii!

Review

Review: Battle of the Bands

You have to hand it to Planet Moon Studios: instead of trying to compete directly with the insanely popular Rock Band and Guitar Hero franchises, they wisely chose to side-step the competition by offering up a rhythm game experience that's unique and different. Although it won't make you want to give up your fake drums and guitars, Battle of the Bands is a charming title that's definitely worth "listening" to.

Previews

Screen Update: Battle of the Bands

Nine new screens from unique Battle of the Bands, exclusively for the Nintendo Wii!

Videos

Video Reviews: Battle of the Bands: Video Review

Can this little Wii title hold its own against bestsellers like Guitar Hero and Rock Band? Find out what our reviewer thought in this GamePro Video Review!

Gameplay: Battle of the Bands: Black Betty Gameplay

Its Country verses Rock in this test of musical skills. Hit the notes at the right time to unsure your climb to the top.

Gameplay: Battle of the Bands: Insane in the Brain Gameplay

Check out the dueling versions of Cypress Hill's Insane in the Brain in the newest rhythm game to hit the Nintendo Wii. Take control of the song to prove your musical supremacy!