epobirs: Yes, Harmonix developed it, but it's mostly likely that Red Octane owns the IP. Publishers usually do, and publishers usually have their name all over the product (as opposed to the developers, which usually only get a splash screen and a small box mention).
So the thing is while Harmonix did the kick-ass work, Red Octane gets most of the credit and public recognition. Even look at this article, which mentions RO as the developer (wrong); almost every article I've seen about Guitar Hero mentions RO as the developer.
So if Harmonix ever turned down making GH number whatever, you can bet RO/Activision would keep going and milk the name and reputation for at least a sequel or two. Cause their names, sadly, are what most people remember.
my source also says gh2 for 360 is coming, but q1 '07.
will be using a new controller, cause ms/sony ainn't gonna allow other controllers on... unless someone like liksang or whoever makes unofficial adapter... hadn't said if its wireless or not
gh2/360 will have some new graphicks but same rock stylin'
xbox live will be there for some basic stuff (downloads, i guess, he didn't say), but more advanced things like online jamming will have to wait, just too much to do at this time
Activision paid nearly $100 million for RedOctane [update 1]
Aug 10th 2006 9:44PM (Joystiq)My source says possibly others, but nothing sure on that yet.
Activision paid nearly $100 million for RedOctane [update 1]
Aug 9th 2006 10:46PM (Joystiq)So the thing is while Harmonix did the kick-ass work, Red Octane gets most of the credit and public recognition. Even look at this article, which mentions RO as the developer (wrong); almost every article I've seen about Guitar Hero mentions RO as the developer.
So if Harmonix ever turned down making GH number whatever, you can bet RO/Activision would keep going and milk the name and reputation for at least a sequel or two. Cause their names, sadly, are what most people remember.
Rumor: Guitar Hero II on Xbox 360
Jul 21st 2006 8:00AM (Joystiq)will be using a new controller, cause ms/sony ainn't gonna allow other controllers on... unless someone like liksang or whoever makes unofficial adapter... hadn't said if its wireless or not
gh2/360 will have some new graphicks but same rock stylin'
xbox live will be there for some basic stuff (downloads, i guess, he didn't say), but more advanced things like online jamming will have to wait, just too much to do at this time
Konami trademarks "Guitar Revolution"
Jul 13th 2006 11:39AM (Joystiq)