New Rock Band Info

[CKDragon]

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Harmonix and parent company MTV Games today announced that they have sold more than 2.5 million downloadable songs for the game through the Xbox Live Marketplace and PlayStation Network. The best-selling download to date is the Metallica pack, which features the original versions of "Ride the Lightning," "Blackened," and "And Justice for All." Combo packs from The Police, Queens of the Stone Age, David Bowie (two covers and one original), and Black Sabbath (three cover songs) follow Metallica on the best-selling list.

As far as individual songs go, Foreigner's "Juke Box Hero," takes the crown, trailed by Creedence Clearwater Revival's "Fortunate Son," Weezer's "Buddy Holly," and The Knack's "My Sharona." Of those, only "Buddy Holly" is a performance from the original artist.

Almost all the answers are noncommittal, but it's nice to know they seem to at least be thinking about some of the primary issues I have with the game, like current DLC being compatible with future games.

GS: When will we start seeing albums, and how much will they cost?

PD: Very shortly. In fact, I hope the next time I'm speaking to you we're talking about albums. And I think you'll be very pleased with what we have.

GS: And no update on the cost?

PD: No, not yet.

GS: A lot of people have invested a lot of money into Rock Band downloadable content at this point. Will any kind of Rock Band spin-off or sequel be backwards compatible with these libraries gamers are accumulating? Is that content future-proof?

PD: That's an excellent question, and I think that would be our preference.

 

[blurredvision]

Originally posted by: CKDragon

GS: A lot of people have invested a lot of money into Rock Band downloadable content at this point. Will any kind of Rock Band spin-off or sequel be backwards compatible with these libraries gamers are accumulating? Is that content future-proof?

PD: That's an excellent question, and I think that would be our preference.

This is what I want the most. I remember thinking they should've done this with Guitar Hero, but of course they didn't. It sure seems like such a trivial thing to include this, I can't imagine it'd be hard at all.

 

[CKDragon]

Originally posted by: blurredvision

Originally posted by: CKDragon

GS: A lot of people have invested a lot of money into Rock Band downloadable content at this point. Will any kind of Rock Band spin-off or sequel be backwards compatible with these libraries gamers are accumulating? Is that content future-proof?

PD: That's an excellent question, and I think that would be our preference.

This is what I want the most. I remember thinking they should've done this with Guitar Hero, but of course they didn't. It sure seems like such a trivial thing to include this, I can't imagine it'd be hard at all.

This was discussed here on the forums a bit ago. I believe someone suggested the biggest hurdle may be whether or not Harmonix is legally able to just redistribute songs licensed for Rock Band 1 to another game (i.e. Rock Band 2). I'm certainly no lawyer, but I'm sure there are plenty of armchair lawyers willing to discuss it.

 

[bl4ckfl4g]

"PD: That's an excellent question, and I think that would be our preference."


That would be epic for suckers like me that buy every song no matter what. Actually I don't regret buying any of them though really. If I don't like a song, usually someone I know does.

 

[vi edit]

Given that the Metallica songs lead the charge in download pack, it only makes sense for them to offer entire albums.

Master of Puppets, ....Justice, and "The Black Album" would be godly.

I'd probably pay up to $15 for each album.

 

[CKDragon]

Originally posted by: vi_edit
Given that the Metallica songs lead the charge in download pack, it only makes sense for them to offer entire albums.

Master of Puppets, ....Justice, and "The Black Album" would be godly.

I'd probably pay up to $15 for each album.

While none of the current 3 DLC songs grab me, I would definitely like to download certain Metallica songs. On my wishlist for a future patch, along with BWT online mode, I hope they create some kind of menu where you can toggle certain songs off so that they won't show up on the random setlists within BWT.

I imagine that if they offer a Metallica album (12 tracks) and that composes over 10% of your total Rock Band track count, that you're going to see a TON of Metallica on the random setlists. That probably sounds good to some, but I think it would annoy the ladies in our "Smelly Pirate Hookers" band.

 

[CPA]

Please give me an Iron Maiden album, please give me an Iron Maiden Album, please.........

 

[vi edit]

I'd love having some Clutch songs on rockband too. Careful with that Mic and 10100011 would be awesome to sing to.

 

[randay]

GS: A lot of people have invested a lot of money into Rock Band downloadable content at this point. Will any kind of Rock Band spin-off or sequel be backwards compatible with these libraries gamers are accumulating? Is that content future-proof?

PD: That's an excellent question, and I think that would be our preference.

id very much like to get a concrete answer to this question. im not sinking any more money into rockband if i can help it.

 

[vi edit]

Originally posted by: randay

GS: A lot of people have invested a lot of money into Rock Band downloadable content at this point. Will any kind of Rock Band spin-off or sequel be backwards compatible with these libraries gamers are accumulating? Is that content future-proof?

PD: That's an excellent question, and I think that would be our preference.

id very much like to get a concrete answer to this question. im not sinking any more money into rockband if i can help it.

Or better yet...will Activision actually allow RB equipment to be used on any future Rockband sequels?

I have no interest in dropping $150 in each revision.

 

[CKDragon]

Originally posted by: vi_edit

Originally posted by: randay

GS: A lot of people have invested a lot of money into Rock Band downloadable content at this point. Will any kind of Rock Band spin-off or sequel be backwards compatible with these libraries gamers are accumulating? Is that content future-proof?

PD: That's an excellent question, and I think that would be our preference.

id very much like to get a concrete answer to this question. im not sinking any more money into rockband if i can help it.

Or better yet...will Activision actually allow RB equipment to be used on any future Rockband sequels?

I have no interest in dropping $150 in each revision.

Rock Band is distributed/published/developed by EA/MTV Games/Harmonix. Activision will have no say in that, so they can go jump off a cliff.

Other than that, if you're asking what I think you're asking, NOT making the Rock Band equipment compatible with future revisions would be one of the worst PR moves imaginable for a game that requires such expensive peripherals. It's hard to believe your RB1 equipment would not be usable in RB2.

 

[vi edit]

Originally posted by: CKDragon

Originally posted by: vi_edit

Originally posted by: randay

GS: A lot of people have invested a lot of money into Rock Band downloadable content at this point. Will any kind of Rock Band spin-off or sequel be backwards compatible with these libraries gamers are accumulating? Is that content future-proof?

PD: That's an excellent question, and I think that would be our preference.

id very much like to get a concrete answer to this question. im not sinking any more money into rockband if i can help it.

Or better yet...will Activision actually allow RB equipment to be used on any future Rockband sequels?

I have no interest in dropping $150 in each revision.

Rock Band is distributed/published/developed by EA/MTV Games/Harmonix. Activision will have no say in that, so they can go jump off a cliff.

Other than that, if you're asking what I think you're asking, NOT making the Rock Band equipment compatible with future revisions would be one of the worst PR moves imaginable for a game that requires such expensive peripherals. It's hard to believe your RB1 equipment would not be usable in RB2.

The reason I ask is because of the compatibility patch that Activision blocked between Rockband and Guitar Hero III.

 

[Crafty35a]

Originally posted by: vi_edit

The reason I ask is because of the compatibility patch that Activision blocked between Rockband and Guitar Hero III.

You don't seem to understand. Rockband and Guitar Hero III are made by completely different companies. Rock Band instruments will almost certainly be compatible with Rock Band 2. If you want to know whether they will be compatible with future Guitar Hero games, well, who knows - but that's not what you asked.

 

[Nutdotnet]

I love RockBand...I love the mix of music. I love the fact that they really devote their effort into making it MORE enjoyable.

Best game made...at least for my tastes. Harmonix did a great job!

 

[TallBill]

Finally plunked down and got Rock Band this week. Had a blast playing with the wife and a friend. Having more fun then GH3 so far. I really want to see an AC/DC greatest hits album released.

 

[abaez]

To be honest, does there need to be a "Rock Band 2"? They could just keep introducing albums and songs and the longevity could be infinite. Of course, if they'd like to introduce other instruments or gameplay modes or something that would be another question but I'd be happy with continuous songs for just regular ol' Rock Band.

 

[RagingBITCH]

Originally posted by: abaez
To be honest, does there need to be a "Rock Band 2"? They could just keep introducing albums and songs and the longevity could be infinite. Of course, if they'd like to introduce other instruments or gameplay modes or something that would be another question but I'd be happy with continuous songs for just regular ol' Rock Band.

It's no different than GH --> GH2 --> GH3. Nothing monumentally changed. Why not do a sequel and make a boatload more cash?

 

[cKGunslinger]

/me eyes his Wii with scorn..

 

[CKDragon]

Originally posted by: abaez
To be honest, does there need to be a "Rock Band 2"? They could just keep introducing albums and songs and the longevity could be infinite. Of course, if they'd like to introduce other instruments or gameplay modes or something that would be another question but I'd be happy with continuous songs for just regular ol' Rock Band.

I won't pretend to know what Harmonix can/can't patch into the existing Rock Band game, but there are a few features and fixes that I'm looking forward to in either a patch or RB2. Online Band World Tour mode is #1 on lot of wishlists, as well as the ability to allow one character to play multiple instruments.

 

[oznerol]

Originally posted by: CKDragon

Originally posted by: abaez
To be honest, does there need to be a "Rock Band 2"? They could just keep introducing albums and songs and the longevity could be infinite. Of course, if they'd like to introduce other instruments or gameplay modes or something that would be another question but I'd be happy with continuous songs for just regular ol' Rock Band.

I won't pretend to know what Harmonix can/can't patch into the existing Rock Band game, but there are a few features and fixes that I'm looking forward to in either a patch or RB2. Online Band World Tour mode is #1 on lot of wishlists, as well as the ability to allow one character to play multiple instruments.

I'm not sure if they can patch it in, but I'd like to see boss battles in Rock Band 2.

 

[jeffg007]

Here is the things that need to be add to the game Rockband 2

1. Online Band World Tour mode
2. The ability to change the leader of the band
3. Bass tour.
4. Letting only the leader of the band set up the game (Most annoying thing is someone goofing round and hitting the back button. Also some prick who always think they are funny.)
Those are the big changes everyone wants.
5. A place in game that you can jam with your interment. This would be best for drums.
6. A keyboard added to the game. This is one I really want. I can see sax or other horn section added.
7. ACDC/Led Zeppelin/Eagles all time best selling bands and nothing yet.

That is just some of the things I can think of.


Jeff

 

[A5]

Originally posted by: ducci

Originally posted by: CKDragon

Originally posted by: abaez
To be honest, does there need to be a "Rock Band 2"? They could just keep introducing albums and songs and the longevity could be infinite. Of course, if they'd like to introduce other instruments or gameplay modes or something that would be another question but I'd be happy with continuous songs for just regular ol' Rock Band.

I won't pretend to know what Harmonix can/can't patch into the existing Rock Band game, but there are a few features and fixes that I'm looking forward to in either a patch or RB2. Online Band World Tour mode is #1 on lot of wishlists, as well as the ability to allow one character to play multiple instruments.

I'm not sure if they can patch it in, but I'd like to see boss battles in Rock Band 2.

Boss battles were the worst part about GH3 - keep them away from Rock Band.

 

[bl4ckfl4g]

Originally posted by: A5

Originally posted by: ducci

Originally posted by: CKDragon

Originally posted by: abaez
To be honest, does there need to be a "Rock Band 2"? They could just keep introducing albums and songs and the longevity could be infinite. Of course, if they'd like to introduce other instruments or gameplay modes or something that would be another question but I'd be happy with continuous songs for just regular ol' Rock Band.

I won't pretend to know what Harmonix can/can't patch into the existing Rock Band game, but there are a few features and fixes that I'm looking forward to in either a patch or RB2. Online Band World Tour mode is #1 on lot of wishlists, as well as the ability to allow one character to play multiple instruments.

I'm not sure if they can patch it in, but I'd like to see boss battles in Rock Band 2.

Boss battles were the worst part about GH3 - keep them away from Rock Band.

Prett much agreed. I actually think the huge timing window is the biggest fail for GH3 but boss battles are a close 2nd.

 

[RandomFool]

Originally posted by: bl4ckfl4g

Originally posted by: A5
Boss battles were the worst part about GH3 - keep them away from Rock Band.

Prett much agreed. I actually think the huge timing window is the biggest fail for GH3 but boss battles are a close 2nd.

I didn't mind the boss battles the first time around (on easy) but after that they just became annoying.