Konami announce Rock Revolution music game, will launch with 40 cover songs
Konami have announced 'Rock Revolution' (Xbox 360/PS3/Wii/DS) that aims to provides an unmatched rock experience. Breaking new ground with its definitive drum experience, Rock Revolution also gives players a chance to rock out on the bass and lead guitar. The realistic drum kit will have six drum pads and a kick pedal arranged and there is a five-note guitar peripheral (PS3/ Xbox 360). The Wii version will not require any additional peripherals with the Wii Remote and Nunchuk being used for an air-drum and air-guitar experience. For the PS3/360 versions the game will launch with 40 songs with DLC to follow.
Press Release
Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. Redefines the Rhythm Genre with Rock Revolution
The industry leader turns up the volume with a new music-based franchise for the PS3, Xbox 360, Wii and DS.
US, May 15, 2008 - Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced Rock Revolution, an unprecedented, authentic music-based video game that will re-define the rhythm genre. Brought to market by the company that created the music video game category, with breakthrough titles such as DanceDanceRevolution, Karaoke Revolution, Beatmania and Guitar Freaks, Rock Revolution provides an unmatched rock experience. Breaking new ground with its definitive drum experience, Rock Revolution also gives players a chance to rock out on the bass and lead guitar. Designed by musicians, Rock Revolution will be available with the most realistic drum peripheral on the market at launch for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system.
"Rock Revolution will be the most innovative and realistic rock game to hit the market, that will provide a quality drum peripheral and music that players will appreciate," said Anthony Crouts, Vice President of Marketing for Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. "As the originator of music-based games, we are dedicated to bringing fans a truly preeminent music experience. With Rock Revolution, we put the emphasis on the drum kit, delivering an experience unlike any other."
Rock Revolution features an extensive music selection on the game disc, along with a wide variety of downloadable songs available at launch for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 system versions of the game. Additionally, title offers a variety of innovative single-player and multi-player modes.
A unique aspect of the Wii version is the interactive use of the controls with the Wii Remote and Nunchuk for an air-drum and air-guitar experience. Rock out anywhere with the Nintendo DS version, using the stylus for intense rhythm matching sessions.
Rock Revolution is scheduled to launch this Fall for the Xbox 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 3 system and the Wii and DS video game systems from Nintendo. For more information, please visit
www.konami.com.
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Rock Revolution comes equipped with two complete career modes for drums and guitar/bass, as well as five difficulty levels. The game features gameplay conventions similar to those seen in other rhythm titles, including an overdrive mode which increases the player's score multiplier when engaged.
In addition to local and online multiplayer, the Xbox 360 and PS3 versions of Rock Revolution also feature Jam Mode, aimed at allowing players to create their own songs with the guitar and drum peripherals. Though the mode was not directly demonstrated, Jam Mode is said to allow players to record songs on up to eight separate tracks.
The Wii and DS versions do not have online multiplayer, but do support local battles and cooperative play. The Wii edition also packs Jam Mode.
