I just got word yesterday that in this week’s DLC for Rock Band we’ll be seeing Zero from the Smashing Pumpkins. I’ve been waiting around to hear this news for a very long time. Sure, I’m a huge Pumpkins fan, but that’s not why. I’ve known about this particular song being being included in the game since I visited Harmonix last November. As a special weekend treat, I give you the first ever gameplay video of Zero for Rock Band after the jump.
Rock Band has been out for a while now, and Harmonix has been true to their word about providing fresh DLC on a weekly basis. This has given us fresh new music to rock to, and thus keeps the gameplay fresh and fun. What we haven’t seen is a full album released. Again, Harmonix is good on their word, and will be releasing their first full album tomorrow.
Since Rock Band was announced last year, we’ve known that there would be much competition between it and the Guitar Hero franchise. I try to stay as neutral as possible, as each as their own strengths. We haven’t seen the competition heat up much lately, though I’m sure it will once either Guitar Hero Aerosmith or GH IV hits the market. However, we just told you last week that Def Leppard was releasing a new single through Guitar Hero, and now we hear that Mötley Crüe will be doing the same in Rock Band today.
Despite only being in my 20’s I love classic rock. Sure, there is plenty of newer rock, but give me some 70’s rock and I’m a happy guy. Naturally, I’m happy to hear that Harmonix is releasing what they are calling the Classic Rock Pack 01 for Rock Band this week. Hit the jump for the track listing.
This is a triumph. Somehow the crazy cats at Harmonix have not only managed to get “Still Alive” from Portal into the game this week, but they’re throwing us a curve ball and releasing it for free.
Guess what tomorrow is? No, not your anniversary, though if it is you’d better have gotten your spouse something damn good. They’ve put up with you longer than any person should, and that deserves a special gift. Where was I? Oh yes, Rock Band DLC. This week we’re getting a double-dose of Boston. Hit the jump for this week’s smokin tracks.
If you’re an avid fan of the Halo franchise, you are no doubt awaiting the release of the Legendary Map Pack. While there is still a little less than a month to wait (April 15) before it is launched, Bungie has decided to stir up some excitement by letting you download their Heroic Map Pack for free.
More DLC is coming your way tomorrow. This week you can look forward to the Earche Thrash Pack. Yes, that’s right, thrash metal is the theme for the week.
It’s Tuesday, which means more DLC for Rock Band on the 360. Thursday will be here soon enough for the PS3 owners in the crowd. This week we’ve got some special $.99 tracks for you.
Since I got Rock Band back in November of last year, I’ve only played Guitar Hero III a few times. It’s not that GH III isn’t a good game (it is, really) it’s just that after playing the same songs over and over, you kind of want something new to play. Rock Band has been more than accommodating with their weekly DLC releases. However we’ve just gotten word that for the second straight week there will be new Guitar Hero III DLC.
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