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Gibson files suit against Activision for patent infringement in Guitar Hero

, Mar 13th 2008 Discuss [0]

Since Guitar Hero made its debut back in 2005 (has it really been that long?) we've been rocking out with various Gibson controllers. I never really cared for the the X-plorer, but that's not the point here. Apparently Gibson has just realized that the Guitar Hero game infringe on one of their patents.

Based on our preliminary analysis, the 'Guitar Hero' software (including any expansion packs) and the guitar controller provided by Activision being used as a musical instrument (packaged with the software or sold standalone) are covered by the ... patent," Gibson's law firm said in its January 7 letter. Gibson requests that Activision obtain a license under Gibson's ... patent or halt sales of any version of the 'Guitar Hero' game software.
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Two new DLC packs coming to Guitar Hero III

, Mar 7th 2008 Discuss [0]

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. Read The Full Story

User-generated content not coming to Guitar Hero for at least 5 years

, Mar 6th 2008 Discuss [0]

If we were to ask Activision what the most-requested feature for Guitar Hero is, I could almost bet it would be user-generated content. By that, of course I mean putting in your own music and creating charts for it. While Harmonix has expressed an interest in integrating such a feature in Rock Band down the road, we really haven't heard Activision's stance, at least not until now. Read The Full Story

Guitar Hero III Mobile rocks AT&T phones

, Mar 3rd 2008 Discuss [0]

Remember back when we told you about Guitar Hero III Mobile? Well it actually came out on Verizon phones a while back, and we've been waiting to hear that it's moved on to other providers. Today AT&T has finally had the opportunity to bring the franchise to their mobile phones. The game will launch on roughly 30 phones, which include the V3 RAZR and Sony Ericcson 810, with more to follow in the near future. Read The Full Story

Guitar Hero: Aerosmith up for pre-order at Best Buy

, Mar 3rd 2008 Discuss [0]

You may remember that the next title in the Guitar Hero franchise won't be the same old song and dance, as it's centered around the awesome stylings of Aerosmith. While we've still got a little while to wait for the game to hit stores, you can already pre-order it. Read The Full Story

Activision offering refunds to Guitar Hero Wii owners

, Feb 25th 2008 Discuss [0]

Remember last week when I mentioned that Activision was having horrible turnaround time with the Guitar Hero III: Legends of rock discs for the Wii? Well apparently the turnaround time was so bad that they are adding a refund to the list of solutions for the sound issues found with the original discs. Read The Full Story

Guitar Hero: Aerosmith confirmed for a June release

, Feb 18th 2008 Discuss [8]

I tend to keep up on rumors involving the Guitar Hero franchise, so this latest announcement isn't exactly a shock to me, though it may be the first you've heard of it. Activision has announced the release of the first Guitar Hero game to focus on the career of a single band: Aerosmith. Read The Full Story

Activision takes 3-4 weeks to get you a new Guitar Hero III disc for your Wii

, Feb 18th 2008 Discuss [2]

When you're playing a game like Guitar Hero, one of the most important features is the sound. If the audio sucks coming out, it will interfere with your gameplay, as it is centered solely around making music.  Well when Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock came out for the Wii, people noticed that it only played sound in mono, which really sucks. Finally Activision has setup a replacement program so that you can get a new disc that has stereo sound. Read The Full Story

Guitar Rising – Like Guitar Hero for the real thing

, Feb 8th 2008 Discuss [0]

I've been rocking out on a plastic guitar for a while now; too long some would say. I finally decided a couple months ago that I would finally get myself a real guitar and learn to play some of the songs I've been playing for so long. While I've been spending plenty of time lately learning chords and building up calluses on my fingers, I've been thinking about how much fun it was when I first learned to play on Guitar Hero, and how boring it is learning the real guitar. I know my hard work will pay off eventually, but I have something of a short attention span. Guitar Rising is a new game (if you can call it that) that is exactly what I've been looking for. Hit the jump for an awesome video. Read The Full Story

Rumor – Guitar Hero IV due out in 2008

, Feb 7th 2008 Discuss [0]

Big news from the interwebs folks, according to a press release from some band in the UK, Guitar Hero IV is probably coming out this year! I'm sure that just completely blew your mind, as no one expected them to release a Guitar Hero game every year. Actually last spring Red Octane did in fact state that they intended to do just that. Read The Full Story

Finally, a set of pedals for Guitar Hero

, Jan 31st 2008 Discuss [0]

One of my favorite parts about Guitar Hero is when I'm rocking out, then suddenly bringing the neck up to activate star power. When it's timed right, especially during co-op, it really cranks things up to 11. Unfortunately on some songs (ahem, Jordan) timing must be absolutely precise, and during those most difficult of tracks it becomes even harder to trigger your star power. Thankfully there's a new pedal out there that can make things go a little more smoothly. Read The Full Story

Guitar Hero III Les Paul mod

, Jan 7th 2008 Discuss [0]

With everyone away at CES, someone has to hold down the fort and cover the more underground creations that likely will never make their way to the large conventions. This Les Paul mod is definitely one of a kind and unique enough for me to check my bank account and sigh with defeat. Read The Full Story
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