Developer: Harmonix
Developer: Harmonix
Developer: Harmonix
Publisher: MTV Games
Publisher: MTV Games
Genre: Music
Release Date: November 20, 2007 (US)
Release Date: May 23, 2008 (UK)
Release Date: November 7, 2008 (AU)
T for Teen: Lyrics, Mild Suggestive Themes
PEGI: RP
OFLC: PG
Rock Band (Game Only Edition)

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Developer: Harmonix
Developer: Harmonix
Developer: Harmonix
Publisher: MTV Games
Publisher: MTV Games
Genre: Music
Release Date: November 20, 2007 (US)
Release Date: May 23, 2008 (UK)
Release Date: November 7, 2008 (AU)
T for Teen: Lyrics, Mild Suggestive Themes
PEGI: RP
OFLC: PG
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Rock Band (Game Only Edition)

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Harmonix unleashes its latest monster of rock, letting you fulfill your fantasies of playing in your own rock band. Read Review

Rock Band allows gamers to perform music from the world’s biggest rock artists with their friends as a virtual band using drum, bass/lead guitar and microphone peripherals, in addition to offering deep online connectivity. Built on deals with the world’s biggest record labels and music publishers, the music featured in Rock Band spans all genres of rock and include many of the master recordings from the biggest songs and artists of all time.

This version of Rock Band includes just the game itself for buyers who already have the instrument equipment needed to play the game.


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Rock Band: Jimi Hendrix DLC Next Week

X360 News | Mar 25, 2010

Next week, plastic guitar rockers will finally get what they've been clamoring for: Jimi Hendrix is coming to Rock Band. Bend the jump to hit the high note and get all the details on the DLC. Read More »

MTV/Harmonix Bringing DYI Indie Songs to Rock Band

X360 News | Jul 17, 2009

Billboard dropped the news today that later this year Harmonix will be releasing its tools for creating new Rock Band tracks. Through the XNA Creator's Club independent artists and labels, as well as major label artists, will be able to create their own Rock Band tracks and have them sold online through a new Rock Band Network Store. Read More »

Rock Band Celebrates 500 Song Milestone As It Adds No Doubt to Catalog

X360 News | Dec 8, 2008

Harmonix, the world's premier music video game development company, and MTV Games, a part of Viacom's MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), today announced the rock-pop pioneers of No Doubt will bring 13 tracks to the Rock Band music catalog of downloadable content expanding the Rock Band library to include more than 500 songs! Read More »

Class Action Lawsuit Filed Over Defective Rock Band Kick Pedal

X360 News | Nov 24, 2008

Plaintiffs argue that the companies in question deliberately timed product releases and warranty expiration to coerce gamers to upgrade. Read More »

Rock Band Teams Up with Crüe Fest Adding New Tracks to Download Catalog

X360 News | Aug 1, 2008

Harmonix and MTV Games announced today the additions of Mötley Crüe, Buckcherry,Sixx:A.M. and System of a Down tracks to the Rock Band Music Store catalog of downloadable content. Available August 5 in celebration of Crüe Fest, the 40+ city rock extravaganza featuring Mötley Crüe, Buckcherry, Papa Roach, Sixx:A.M. and Trapt, the Rock Band Music Store will have a 30-day, .99¢ price point to purchase Mötley Crüe's "Face Down in the Dirt, Buckcherry's "Rescue Me" and Sixx:A.M.'s "Life Is Beautiful." Earlier this year, Rock Band teamed up with Crüe Fest for the length of the tour mobilizing fans and players to participate in the Rock Band Second Stage Experience. Gaming enthusiasts compete for the chance to play the game onstage as opening acts of the headliners, win backstage passes to the Rock Band VIP area, score meet and greets with artists on the tour and play Rock Band backstage with Crüe Fest artists. Read More »

Editions

Also known as: Rock Band

Rock Band (Game Only Edition) (X360)

Release Region: United States
Release Date: November 20, 2007
Publisher: MTV Games

ESRB T for Teen Lyrics, Mild Suggestive Themes

Rock Band (Game Only Edition) (X360)

Release Region: United Kingdom
Release Date: May 23, 2008
Publisher: MTV Games

Rock Band (Game Only Edition) (X360)

Release Region: Australia
Release Date: November 7, 2008
Publisher: MTV Games

Rock Band (Special Edition) (X360)

Release Region: United States
Release Date: November 20, 2007
Publisher: MTV Games

ESRB T for Teen Lyrics, Mild Suggestive Themes

Rock Band (Special Edition) (X360)

Release Region: United Kingdom
Release Date: May 23, 2008
Publisher: MTV Games

Rock Band (Special Edition) (X360)

Release Region: Australia
Release Date: November 7, 2008
Publisher: MTV Games

Also available on: PlayStation 3, PlayStation 2, Wii

Specifications

Minimum Requirements

Rock Band-compatible instruments (Guitar controller, Drum controller, microphone)

Multiplayer

Local Multiplayer - Versus: 4
Local Multiplayer - Cooperative: 4
Online Multiplayer - Versus: 4
Online Multiplayer - Cooperative: 4

For more info on these technical requirements and features, please view GameSpy's Specs FAQ.

Features

  • 4 Player Online play mode
  • Downloadable content
  • Unrivaled song library! Major record labels and leading music publishers have signed on to provide unrivaled access to master recordings and legendary rock artists – from punk, metal and alternative to classic and southern rock.
  • Rock ‘n’ Roll Never Dies! Full support for downloadable content delivers never-ending challenges.
  • Play together in your living room or across the world! Rock Band offers deep online functionality, allowing players to rock together whether they’re in Rhode Island or Reykjavik.
  • Create your own rock avatar! Mold a unique rocker using Rock Band’s character creator. Chose from gender, body shape, face, hair, clothes, tattoos and signature moves. Don’t forget to pick your specialized rockin’ instrument.