Red Octane confirms GH III Xbox wireless guitar same price as PS3 version
by Alexander Sliwinski 
{ Sep 21st 2007 at 5:30PM }
Red Octane has confirmed to us that the Xbox 360 version of Guitar Hero III will be $99 and include a wireless guitar. The question was up in the air of whether they would bundle a wired guitar like Rock Band, or pass along the extra cost of Microsoft's proprietary wireless license to consumers -- it looks like Xbox 360 owners preparing to rock will win on both fronts. Furthermore, Red Octane went on to say, "All platforms will be bundling wireless guitars and the prices for the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions are set at $99.99 while the Wii and PS2 versions are $89.99."
So far we've been very happy with what we've seen from Red Octane's new guitars. It's also nice to note that the wired Xbox 360 controller retails for about $60, so getting a wireless guitar plus the new game at $99 actually ends up sounding like a really good deal. We're happy to know that Red Octane and Activision took the route of consumer friendliness on this wireless guitar deal.
So far we've been very happy with what we've seen from Red Octane's new guitars. It's also nice to note that the wired Xbox 360 controller retails for about $60, so getting a wireless guitar plus the new game at $99 actually ends up sounding like a really good deal. We're happy to know that Red Octane and Activision took the route of consumer friendliness on this wireless guitar deal.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Dragod @ Sep 21st 2007 5:34PM
Yes... We got a black controller. Can't wait.
Andy @ Sep 21st 2007 5:49PM
Black with custom faceplates! Many bands have themed faceplates!
LlamaFarmer @ Sep 21st 2007 5:36PM
SWEET!!!!! \m/
Dragod @ Sep 21st 2007 5:37PM
Wait, one question.... Will the 360 version support the Rechargeable battery pack from the Play and Charge kit?
rom @ Sep 21st 2007 5:51PM
I would like to know this as well. What powers this thing? Anybody?
EMaster @ Sep 21st 2007 5:54PM
Hmm, well, since it's an officially licensed product for the 360 I would assume so since it IS technically a wireless handled controller in the shape of a guitar.
QotsaKyuss @ Oct 24th 2007 3:59PM
Well, I would love to believe that they would allow that, but thinking logically, I would have to say no. I'm sure Microsoft and RedOctane will try gouge us in every way possible, so they will later release a battery pack for it or something after we've spent all our moneys (exaggeration) on AA batteries...
And I'd also expect the plug and charge kit wouldn't work because of the contoured shape of the pack itself, unless the devised some way of making it fit flush...
QotsaKyuss @ Oct 24th 2007 4:42PM
I have discovered the play and charge kit will NOT be supported.
10. For Xbox 360, will the play and charge kit work on the new Les Paul wireless guitar?
The play and charge kit will NOT work.
That's from the official GH website, posted in the FAQ forum by an administrator. The post(posted below) has a lot of Q/A's that will answer most of your questions...
rom @ Sep 21st 2007 5:38PM
Looks like I'll be buying GH3 first then Rock Band(Game Only) second.
B Tizo @ Sep 21st 2007 8:16PM
GAME ONLY??!?!?!!? GAME ONLY!!!????
What about the drum set?!?!!?!?
Fernando Rocker (NDF - Water Ring) @ Sep 21st 2007 5:38PM
So, again... the 360 version will be superior than the PS3 version. Better online and achivements.
I dont know whats the point of having an useless console like the PS3. Every multiplatform game always is better on the 360.
tcc3 @ Sep 21st 2007 5:56PM
Same as it ever was.
marcandrer @ Sep 21st 2007 6:29PM
You know what else is better.. the stupidity of your comments !
Guybrush Threepwood @ Sep 21st 2007 6:30PM
I don't know whats the point of having an useless console like the Wii. Every multiplatform game always is better on the 360.
Okay Fernando, we get it. You don't like Sony. Go play your Wii and leave us alone.
Fernando Rocker (NDF - Water Ring) @ Sep 21st 2007 6:32PM
I use my 360 to play their exclusives games and multiplatform games. And I use the Wii to play only Nintendo games.
michael @ Sep 21st 2007 7:12PM
@marcandrer
would you get a life and stop stalking the guy with the weird hair just to leave insulting comments. It is the height of hypocrisy to critize Fernando Rocker's comments about being pointless, when yours is equally as pointless.
P.S. I know this is also a pointless post i dont care, I get wound up easily.
Rubang B (NDF - Heart) @ Sep 21st 2007 9:03PM
Same as it ever was, same as it ever was, and look where my hand was, same as it ever was, and then the twister comes, here comes the twister...
Trashman @ Sep 22nd 2007 1:14AM
I agree with you fernanado. Whats your gamertag dude?
ill trooper @ Sep 22nd 2007 9:31AM
If you own a PS3 but not a 360, you might prefer the PS3 version.
QotsaKyuss @ Oct 24th 2007 4:11PM
I totally agree with this statement. PS3 seems vastly obsolete already.
Questions...
1. What exceptional games on PS3, ACTUALLY make it worth purchasing?
2. What multi-platform games are ACTUALLY better on PS3 than 360?
3. Do the online communities seem equal?
4. Which is more expensive?
The Answers: None, None, and No, 360 is by far better, and PS3 is even more expensive.
So flame on, you Sony fanboys, and continue to waste your money.
Truepatriot @ Sep 21st 2007 5:40PM
harmonix,EA,and MTV have some explaining to do now....
Slaziman @ Sep 21st 2007 5:44PM
The points you make are somewhat valid, but why bring them in such a hateful and trollish way?
Slaziman @ Sep 21st 2007 5:45PM
Was meant to be reply to fernando
T3H WICKERMAN @ Sep 21st 2007 5:45PM
Ha is that a guns n roses sticker!
Word of the street(IDF-Digital Ruler). @ Sep 21st 2007 6:44PM
Guns and Roses FTW.
Sean @ Sep 21st 2007 5:50PM
This just kinda shoved me into buying GH3. I wanted to buy a full Rock Band kit, but now I will just buy Gh3 with the wireless controller, Rock Band with drums, and use my wireless headset as a mic (which has been confirmed as compatible, right?). Then my friend can bring over his ugly wired 360 controller for maximum rockage.
Truepatriot @ Sep 21st 2007 5:54PM
theres a gamespot interview that seems to hint that the headset can be used but he doesnt say it directly so i dont think its 100% confirmed yet.
baby sea tuna @ Sep 24th 2007 8:44AM
I was wondering about that too. Or, more accurately, can I play with a non-RB-branded USB mic?
syco @ Sep 21st 2007 6:00PM
I. I really want this game, but at the same time, $40 for a guitar, ESPECIALLY the wii guitar which doesn't actually have any hardware in it, is just ludicrous.
Paul P. @ Sep 21st 2007 6:00PM
That is a HUGE rip off for the Wii version considering they don't even have to build any wireless functions into the guitar. It is just some buttons, an analog stick and wires going to the remote that handles all that crap. It's less complex than the classic controller, just probably a bit more plastic molding involved. Not $30 worth. That's outrageous.
Truepatriot @ Sep 21st 2007 6:08PM
seems fair for what wii guys are willing to pay for a piece of plastic with 0 buttons (wii zapper is $20)
arrrgh @ Sep 21st 2007 6:40PM
for the record, it IS a colossal ripoff for the wii...but 0 buttons? how are you going to fret the guitar? waggle? the dpad? use your head when you flame
Truepatriot @ Sep 21st 2007 6:50PM
@arrrgh
i think you miss read, i ment the wii zapper has 0 buttons. sorry if i misscommunicated =)
Bidoof Protection Military @ Sep 21st 2007 6:58PM
I agree with Paul. Considering the Wii Guitar is just an extension of the Wii Remote, I think it should be cheaper than the PS2 version.
Or, perhaps the Guitar IS cheaper, but the GAME is more expensive, due to licensing fees.
Guess the truth will be found out once the game is released, and we see how much they all cost seperately.
Jonny @ Sep 21st 2007 6:08PM
"Furthermore, Red Octane went on to say, 'All platforms will be bundling wireless guitars...'"
Does that include Nintendo DS version? Or the PC/Mac versions?
Y @ Sep 23rd 2007 3:01AM
So ten bucks more for a wireless guitar. Honestly, I'd rather have my ten backs back and get a bundle witha wired guitar. USB extention cords are a lot cheaper than batteries/a battery pack would be and with my current setup the cord on the original wired guitars are more than long enough.
fester @ Sep 21st 2007 6:34PM
Hilarious! Back in 1968 I had REAL cherry red GIBSON bass guitar which cost $600 then. It was not much bigger than the game one. I sold it in 69-now if you can find one, they go for $4000-$6000. No wonder I break out in hives every time I see somebody trying out the game at EB [sob] funny times we live in, huh? lol
Word of the street(IDF-Digital Ruler). @ Sep 21st 2007 6:47PM
Rock band or GH3..Mmmmm I have to lisent to the songs of each game first but I will go with the cheaper option.
QotsaKyuss @ Oct 24th 2007 4:11PM
Go look up the set lists. Personally I feel the GH3 set list is superior.
CanesTim @ Sep 21st 2007 7:37PM
Can't wait to pick this up and GH2 also. It's going to be a good Christmas.
Agent4187 @ Sep 21st 2007 7:51PM
I have a Wii...
My choice has been made for me, I do think that the prices are a just a little bit higher than they should be, but not enough to have me not buy it.
Oh, and the way I see it, they "justify" the Wii price with rumble and speaker functions. Again, prices are just a little bit too high.
goze211 @ Sep 21st 2007 8:11PM
I hope the Rock Band developer makes the same choice. I'm getting that instead of GH.
why not the LS2/LS7? @ Sep 21st 2007 8:06PM
There's no way I'm buying 4 or even 3 guitars this Xmas.
But I'm in a bad way because I want to run GH3 on a next-gen console (360 or PS3), and not PS2 (which I have 2 guitars for already).
How can I get both Rock Band and GH3 on a next-gen console and use them without having to buy both the Rock Band and GH3 guitars? Anyone know?
QotsaKyuss @ Oct 24th 2007 4:15PM
Well, currently, you can't.
There is a couple companies trying to release adapters so you can use any ps2 controller on 360, but those are just in prototype stages.
why not the LS2/LS7? @ Sep 21st 2007 8:20PM
So, reading the link, it appears that the guitar may not use MS' proprietary RF link (avoiding the $10). It also appears the guitar isn't Bluetooth on the PS3 either. That both use some kind of "fast RF" like a Logitech mouse, where you have a USB receiver plugged into the unit.
This would be a good idea, also it would work on Mac/PC too, which would be nice.
Maybe this is how GH3 avoids the $10 tax per guitar.
Mischa @ Sep 21st 2007 10:43PM
Am I the only one disappointed in this? Personally I'd rather pay $10 less and get a wired guitar. This is incredibly annoying. $100 is a bit much in my opinion.
blooh (CDF - Ass Ring) @ Sep 22nd 2007 1:37AM
i wouldn't mind wired either
Jeff @ Sep 21st 2007 10:42PM
What about the PC version-- the only one that matters now that Rock Band is coming out.
Will @ Sep 22nd 2007 4:51AM
YEAH! well i didn't know whether to get rock band or gh3, but now I know... i was really bummed that rb was coming with a wired guitar... on my cube i used wavebirds and now I have 360 and personally... I just can't do wires, lol even my keyboard, mouse, and headphones are wireless.
go red octane!
Jared @ Sep 22nd 2007 2:52PM
It's FINALLY happened! Activision's Guitar Hero division has FINALLY done something RIGHT for the consumer! What a freakin concept!