The latest Beat Saber DLC pack, titled the 'Rock Mixtape,' focuses on bringing iconic rock tracks to fans of the virtual reality rhythm game, as its previous DLCs focused on the pop, electronica, and dubstep genres. Some of the songs included in the Rock Mixtape are timeless hits such as 'Seven Nation Army,' 'Smells Like Teen Spirit,' and 'Born to be Wild.' The DLC pack in all will include eight songs, all notable hits spanning from the 1970s to the early 2000s.
The Rock Mixtape retails for $10.99 as a complete bundle, or each song within the pack is available for $1.99 individually, for players who are not interested in the entire package. These songs feature full support for the game's various game modes, such as single-saber, difficulty selection, no-hazards, and more. Additionally, this DLC pack brings the game's new longest song, 'Free Bird' by Lynyrd Skynyrd, which is over eight minutes long.
Rock Music Game DLCs
Beat Saber's Latest DLC Focuses on Iconic Rock Tracks for Fans
Trend Themes
1. Rock Music in Gaming - Opportunity for game developers to incorporate rock music in other gaming genres.
2. A La Carte Gaming Purchases - Opportunity for gaming companies to offer more options for purchasing DLC packs such as the ability to purchase individual songs, rather than the entire bundle.
3. Long-form Song Experiences - Opportunity for game developers to create experiences that feature longer form songs in their games, creating a deeper level of immersion and engagement.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - Gaming companies can explore licensing music catalogues or collaborating with record labels to incorporate iconic music content into their games.
2. Music - Record labels and music streaming services can collaborate with game developers to offer exclusive content such as DLC packs featuring iconic bands and artists.
3. Virtual Reality - Virtual reality companies can explore incorporating longer songs as a feature in their games, changing the way players engage with music through immersive experiences.