While Rock Band certainly offers the best four-player music experience, those who want to go solo or battle against a friend will find a different experience with the Guitar Hero franchise. And the centerpiece of this game is the Les Paul guitar. Activision just released a wireless version, which I recommend over the limiting wired version that comes in the box. You’ll need a second guitar anyway, so wireless is the way to go.
While the game offers a never-ending library of music (thanks to new downloadable songs through Xbox Live), it’s the simple plastic Les Paul guitar that really rocks. The Guitar Hero franchise has introduced millions of new consumers to the magic of gaming because it’s simple to use (no musical talent required) and a lot of fun to play. The on-screen rhythm is very challenging and the range of rock music offers something for all tastes. There’s certainly room in any library for both Guitar Hero and Rock Band.
