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Rock Revolution for only $5, still not worth it
by Richard Mitchell 
{ Aug 10th 2009 at 6:32PM } 
This is a warning to anyone out there enticed by the image to the right: The overlords at Best Buy actually expect you to pay them five dollars for taking a copy of Rock Revolution off their hands. At first, we assumed that the company was rewarding customers for freeing up much needed shelf space. Alas, it is not so. Rather, it seems that Rock Revolution has been relegated to but one, rickety step above landfill status. It has hit the very, very bottom of the bargain bin.We're not sure if this sale is going on at all Best Buy locations, but it might be worth checking your local store just for posterity. Bring a camera, because this may be the only time you will ever see a new, sealed game for five bucks. We're not suggesting you actually buy it, of course.
[Thanks, Bryan!]
Snag the EndWar headset bundle for $40
by Richard Mitchell { Apr 23rd 2009 at 2:00PM } 
Now, that's all well and good, but the bigger news just might be that you can also pick up Rock Revolution complete with the sweet drum kit for $40 as well. At that price, it's almost worth giving it to a friend as a prank.
Almost.
[Via Cheap Ass Gamer]
Source - Newegg.com -- Tom Clancy's Endwar w/Headset
Source - Newegg.com -- Rock Revolution w/Drum Kit
Konami counter-sued by Viacom over Rock Revolution
by Randy Nelson { Feb 13th 2009 at 2:00AM }
The gist of Harmonix's counter-suit involves a claim Rock Revolution is actually more like Rock Band than Konami's GuitarFreak franchise, the design of which is likely the basis of the original suit. We naturally picture all of this unfolding Phoenix Wright style, but the reality is most likely far, far less interesting. We'll let you know if any sparks begin to fly.
[Via Shacknews]
Joys be thine: Rock Band getting Holiday-themed DLC [update]
by Chris Greenhough { Dec 18th 2008 at 6:19PM }
[Update: Ruh-roh -- Harmonix has just sent out a press release in which the Wii isn't mentioned. Looks like we're waiting for these!]
Here's something to while away those Christmas Day hours traditionally spent arguing with family/feigning enthusiasm for horrible presents: Rock Band downloads! Harmonix has announced a trio of Holiday tracks, all of which should be available for download on December 23:
Here's something to while away those Christmas Day hours traditionally spent arguing with family/feigning enthusiasm for horrible presents: Rock Band downloads! Harmonix has announced a trio of Holiday tracks, all of which should be available for download on December 23:
- "Hanukkah Blessings" by Barenaked Ladies
- "Christmas Is The Time To Say I Love You" by Billy Squier
- "Blue Christmas" by The Pretenders
Gallery: Rock Band
Shipping this week: Banjo's Edge at War edition
by Richard Mitchell { Nov 10th 2008 at 4:00PM }
- Call of Duty: World at War
- Mirror's Edge
- Banjo-Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts
- Pro Evolution Soccer 09
- WWE Smackdown vs Raw 2009
- Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3
- Rock Revolution
Shipping this week: it begins edition
by Richard Mitchell { Oct 13th 2008 at 3:45PM }
- Dead Space
- Saints Row 2
- Blitz: The League II
- Golden Axe: Beast Rider
- Rock Revolution
- FIFA Soccer 2009
[Via Joystiq]
DS releases for the week of October 13th
by Alisha Karabinus { Oct 13th 2008 at 11:50AM }
You may not be terribly excited about some of this week's releases, but it's safe to say we can all agree on one thing: there's a lot of them! My Japanese Coach may actually hit this week, as well as Korg DS-10. What'll you be buying?- Battle of Giants: Dinosaurs
- Bratz Girlz Really Rock
- Cesar Millan's Dog Whisperer
- FIFA Soccer 09
- Korg DS-10
- Littlest Pet Shop: Garden
- Littlest Pet Shop: Jungle
- Littlest Pet Shop: Winter
- Lovely Lisa
- My Japanese Coach
- Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2
- Prey the Stars
- Rock Revolution
- Smart Girl's Party Game
- Tak: Mojo Mistake
- Ultimate Card Games
Hands & Vocals-on: Rock Revolution (DS)
by Andrew Yoon { Sep 17th 2008 at 12:15PM }
We don't know what to make of Konami's DS version of Rock Revolution. The PS3/360 version is pretty easily summed up: it's Rock Band + a ridiculous drum - a functional GUI. While Rock Revolution screams "me too" on the home consoles, it's a rather innovative concept for Nintendo DS. Shouldn't that be commended?
Perhaps, but the ambitious concept is marred by lackluster execution. Rock Revolution DS gives players different ways of playing for the drums, guitars and yes, vocals. For better or worse, Konami has opted not to include a Guitar Hero-esque peripheral with its game, relying exclusively on touch-screen controls for the guitar sections of the game. Unfortunately, this turns out to be a rather uninvolved process. Icons appear from the top left and right of the screen, with arrows pointing in the direction the player should swipe their stylus. That's it. Even in the more challenging difficulties, swiping the stylus up and down gets plain ol' tiresome after a while.
The drums in Rock Revolution DS also mimic the console game's six-pad setup ... right down to the relentless difficulty. In this mode, color coded icons appear on the top screen, and players must hit the appropriate drum on the bottom screen. Unfortunately, this mode has inherited the console game's lackluster GUI, with an amateurish virtual drum design and illegible icons that make gameplay more difficult than it should be. The incredible disparity between easy and medium difficulties must also be noted: while the easy difficulty is borderline catatonic, the medium difficult sends a flurry of almost indecipherable notes that led us to near instant failure. Where's the middle ground? How will players make the transition from these wildly differing modes?
Perhaps, but the ambitious concept is marred by lackluster execution. Rock Revolution DS gives players different ways of playing for the drums, guitars and yes, vocals. For better or worse, Konami has opted not to include a Guitar Hero-esque peripheral with its game, relying exclusively on touch-screen controls for the guitar sections of the game. Unfortunately, this turns out to be a rather uninvolved process. Icons appear from the top left and right of the screen, with arrows pointing in the direction the player should swipe their stylus. That's it. Even in the more challenging difficulties, swiping the stylus up and down gets plain ol' tiresome after a while.
The drums in Rock Revolution DS also mimic the console game's six-pad setup ... right down to the relentless difficulty. In this mode, color coded icons appear on the top screen, and players must hit the appropriate drum on the bottom screen. Unfortunately, this mode has inherited the console game's lackluster GUI, with an amateurish virtual drum design and illegible icons that make gameplay more difficult than it should be. The incredible disparity between easy and medium difficulties must also be noted: while the easy difficulty is borderline catatonic, the medium difficult sends a flurry of almost indecipherable notes that led us to near instant failure. Where's the middle ground? How will players make the transition from these wildly differing modes?
Gallery: Rock Revolution (DS)
BYOG: Konami not making Rock Revolution guitar, bring your own
by Christopher Grant { Sep 16th 2008 at 11:57PM }
Now, Konami has axed the axe, telling MTV that they'll only be offering the unwieldy drum kit in mid-November, about a month after the standalone game launches October 14th. The full peripheral lineup from the Guitar Hero and Rock Band games should work just fine with Rock Revolution but, something tells us Konami's going to have a tough time leading this revolution. Well, there's always a chance of a legal payday!
Konami: Rock Revolution still releasing this year, other drum sets work with our game
by David Hinkle { Aug 23rd 2008 at 1:30PM }
If you're playing Konami's title with another drum set, the game will automatically configure to that specific set. For example, when using the Rock Band drum set, the game will switch to four on-screen notes and five when using the Guitar Hero: World Tour set. Konami expects their drum set to be compatible with the competition via a patch after release.
Rock Revolution drum compatibility detailed; game 'on track' for '08
by Alexander Sliwinski { Aug 22nd 2008 at 7:00PM }
The company has also told us that reports of the game's delay to 2009 only applies to Europe. The game is "still on track for a fall 2008" release in North America. We're sure all the rhythm-game fanboys out there are breathing a sigh of relief ... right? Hello?
Rumor: Konami's Rock Revolution may occur in 2009
by Alexander Sliwinski { Aug 20th 2008 at 6:30PM }
[Via Wii Fanboy]
GC 2008: Rock Revolution late to the stage?
by JC Fletcher { Aug 20th 2008 at 12:52PM }
If this unspecified release period is worldwide, or for the US, then the game has been delayed from its previous "2008" release. However, if this is the European release date -- which seems likely, since this information was presented at the Leipzig Games Convention -- then the European release, at least, is on track and we don't have any more information about the US release. But the possibility of a delay, we felt, was worth passing on.
MS: Xbox 360 instruments from Rock Band 2, GH: World Tour and Rock Revolution will be cross-compatible
by Alexander Sliwinski { Aug 19th 2008 at 5:50PM }
Sony announced yesterday that PlayStation 3 would feature full cross-compatibility among the three games as well. Guess that leaves only Nintendo to make it official.
Update: The Instrument Compatibility Matrix has been updated
[Thanks, Mike]
Joystiq's updates the Instrument Compatibility Matrix
by Richard Mitchell { Aug 19th 2008 at 2:00PM }
