Before getting into my review, here is an important tip: AUDIO LAG!!! If you are experiencing audio lag, the problem is the HDMI cable. You need to run the audio from the RCA (red and white) cables through the tv, headphones, or an external stereo/surround sound system. Doing so will fix the annoying audio lag problem I'm sure most people will experience. So if you buy the game, don't forget about this tip! EDIT: FROM MY EXPERIENCE, THE HDMI CABLE WASN'T THE ISSUE, THE TV WAS! I have played the game on two tvs and I have used two different cables. The first tv I played on has bad lag, and I can't seem to find any settings to fix it. However, on my tv at home, I can play with an HDMI cable without any problems. If you have lag on your tv, try turning off any special features in your tv settings. If that doesn't work, use the RCA cables as described earlier in my review.
Here is a little background about myself to support my experience playing the game: I am a musician and I've played guitar for a number of years. However, I've always played basic rhythm guitar. I never got around to learning scales, solos, power chords, ect... only regular chords for rhythm.
Now for the game. I have only played it for about 2 hours so far, and I am really enjoying the experience. I'm a pretty busy person, and I often feel guilty when playing video games because even though I do enjoy playing, I feel like it eats up time I could use for more productive activities. Finally, I have a game that I don't have to feel bad about playing for hours on end! I am a worship leader at a church, so guitar is part of my job. Not only is this game fun to play, but I can see how it is going to help my abilities on guitar grow tremendously! The interface is similar to Rockband or Guitar Hero, but the developers did a superb job at modifying the familier interface to work well with a real guitar. It may feel awkward at first, but stick with it, and you will get it. After a few songs, I felt like I was playing Guitar Hero, and it was mind boggling to think I was playing a real guitar. Considering I already have experience playing, the game felt oversimplified starting out, but it was still worth playing to get a feel for the interface. It didn't take long for the game to start getting a little challenging. The game adjusts on the fly to how well you are playing, so don't worry what level player you are. If you have never played guitar before, it will keep things simple for you. If you are an expert on guitar, it may take a little longer, but it will adjust to your skill level. There is so much to say about the game, but I'm limited on time. I just wanted to get a quick review out for anyone considering the game so that you can know this is a game worth buying. If you have any desire to learn or improve on guitar, BUY THIS GAME!! If you have a hard time getting motivated to practice your guitar, BUY THIS GAME!!! If you loved the Rockband and Guitar Hero games, then BUY THIS GAME and quit waisting your time on a plastic toy!!!
EDIT: Safety Concern Something to be careful about that the game doesn't monitor is correct technique. You can easily get sloppy when trying to sightread the game interface, and doing so can damage your hand/wrist. If your hand starts hurting, take a break, and make sure your technique is good. I pushed myself to extended periods playing bar-chords incorrectly, and I started getting sharp pains in my wrist and hands. I'd find it hurting later in the day simply driving my car, and I was concerned of getting carpel tunnel. Now I do a couple scale warmups before playing, and I try to stop if my hand starts hurting.
5 of 7 found this review helpful.
Overall rating
5/ 5
Gameplay
5/ 5
Graphics
4/ 5
Sound
5/ 5
Lasting Appeal
5/ 5
hegwoodski
fromMankato, MN
This game is perfect for:casual gamers
Unbelievable...
PostedNovember 9, 2011
I've been looking into this game for quite awhile because I had an old electric just collecting dust. I decided (stupidly) to sell the guitar 2 days before this game was released. I thought nothing of it until my buddy brought the game over. I was hooked, and very angry I sold my guitar. To my surprise, I found out my roommate had a guitar. Went and bought the game immediately (waited in line for 20 min, stupidly went on 11/7 aka COD MW3.) I got the game home and haven't put it down since. I am already getting better at guitar and its only been 2 days! It seemed like an advanced guitar hero at first, but as I got better it got harder. Started throwing in 2 string notes, and then eventually power chords. Very great game! If you want to learn guitar and you love video games like I do, this is a must buy. Don't think about it, just go get it!
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placecoolnicknamehere
fromsome where out there.
Frickin sweet!
PostedOctober 29, 2011
I'm giving this game the highest level of recommendation, but i am going to aim towards the crowd of skeptical, ornery, self absorbed and narcissistic premadonnas who are just like me. In other words: My fellow musicians. Every guitarist knows: learning guitar (or any instrument, for that matter) is boring. Its BEYOND BORING. We study the SAME scale or mode HUNDREDS of times a day, play to a metronome at 60 BPM to develop our timing, and then the DREADED theory and sight reading lessons. The guys who made this game have really thought it through and have done their best to make guitar engaging. All things considered, this game is an excellent SUPPLEMENT to our daily routines. Notice I say SUPPLEMENT. Personally, my goal is to have my guitar with me at all times and to constantly be playing it, (my fellow aspiring session musicians can understand) and insted of getting sucked in to a game where your productivity goes to zip, this is a better way to step away from the metronome and give yourself a break. Learn a song, get in pocket with a recording the fun way and with the game honestly telling you if you're not and maybe shoot some birds, go over some techniques. Seriously, minigames, lessons, leaderboards (for those of you who have a little bit more time on your hands than you should) a chance to hear yourself play AND BE IN POCKET WITHOUT HAVING TO DEAL WITH OTHER MUSICIANS? (you know what i mean) 80.00 is a steal. Get it. Now.
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Lasting Appeal
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veaznuts
Excellent game for people wanting to learn guitar.
PostedOctober 28, 2011
I was very impressed with the Rocksmith game. It allows the user to learn at their own pace. The practice games are really cool too and help improve muscle memory. I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to learn to play the guitar. It is also available in a bundle that comes with an electric guitar for $200. I purchased the bundle and have been pleased with the guitar that came with it.
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