As it turns out, the countless hours that I spent playing Guitar Hero shirtless on my leather couch was only validating EA’s and Harmonix’s proof-of-concept for something much bigger: Rock Band.
The PS3 (and x360) game is set to amalgamate the most addictive interactive games on this planet, earth (i.e. Guitar Hero and Karaoke Revolution.)
Say "good-bye" to your existing social life - save, of course, for the three friends you choose to form your rock allegiance with. One is to be pitted behind the "skins" of a virtual drum-set, while the other two compliment your singing-that-only-a-mother-could-love on the bass and lead guitars.
Oh yeah, and the hype for this game is so big, I almost forgot to mention the release of Guitar Hero III this week, w00t!
Plastic Instruments to Replace Real Ones?
Rock Band
Trend Themes
1. Virtual Instrument Games - There is a need for innovations that can recreate the experience of playing real instruments virtually through interactive games.
2. Music-based Social Platforms - Innovations that combine social media and music can create a unique platform for music lovers to connect and interact globally.
3. Interactive Entertainment - The demand for interactive games and entertainment is growing, creating an opportunity for new products and platforms that offer a more immersive experience.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - The gaming industry can continue to develop and improve virtual instrument games that offer a realistic experience for players.
2. Music - The music industry can explore collaborations with gaming companies to create virtual instrument games that promote real instruments and music education.
3. Social Media - The social media industry can develop music-based platforms that allow users to connect with other music lovers globally and share their experiences.