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When it really comes down to it, what this game's about is no-frills rocking. And no-frills rocking is what it does very well. [Nov 2005, p.98]
With its extremely smart approach to difficulty, its great guitar controller, and its killer song selection, Guitar Hero might just be the best rhythm game ever made.
I am frankly astonished by how much playing this game feels like playing the guitar for real.
8
Davetheman
Guitar hero was the coolest of the music songs of all I always remember it too many times so yeah
8
Thiti_Done
Super fun game—if you’re a rock fan, this is a real treat. It doesn’t have a ton of huge mainstream hits due to budget limits, but the setlist is still really solid.
9
pulim
Eu lembro que uns amigo juntou uma grana é comprou esse jogo para joga no fliperama do meu irmão, tinha cara x1 na madrugada de sabado para domingo não está escrito kkkk nota 90 mil

Guitar Hero

Released On: 
Nov 7, 2005
Metascore
must-play
91
User score
Generally Favorable
8.1
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91
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100
The Sydney Morning Herald
A two-player mode is included, and few games are more fun with a crowd. It's pricey, but a euphoric experience.
98
Gaming Target
One solid game, and definitely one of, if not, the best music game this year. Mixing heavy metal riffs with the coolest American made controller yet, Guitar Hero is much deservedly rising to a cult status already.
User score
Generally Favorable
8.1
76% Positive
138 Ratings
21% Mixed
38 Ratings
3% Negative
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May 7, 2018
10
AKthaBeast
This game opened my mind to a lot of different rock music and was a very innovative game at the point of release
Mar 10, 2016
10
ursynhu
Este jogo é incrível! Eu recebi e ainda não posso parar de jogar. Os gráficos são tão detalhadas para um game e é desafiador, mas divertido e terá que jogar por horas! A história é complexa e profundamente pensado. O melhor jogo que eu já joguei de forma
92
PSX Extreme
Guitar Hero is everything a game should be -it’s innovative, it’s tons of fun, has tons of replay value, and it’s accessible to both new and experienced gamers.
90
AceGamez
Rival consoles aside, Guitar Hero made me realise that it's gameplay over graphics - it made me feel like I was actually playing a game and not some crappy 'kill everything that moves' shooter.
90
Gamer's Hell
With simple yet addictive gameplay, a unique input device, above-average visuals for the genre, and a carefully crafted aural component, Guitar Hero’s hefty MSRP is the only obstacle in recommending this game straight out.
90
Electronic Gaming Monthly
I am frankly astonished by how much playing this game feels like playing the guitar for real.
75
Detroit Free Press
I can see me playing this game again and again, because it's not just about nailing each song once, but really thrashing through the chords.
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Apr 9, 2026
9
pulim
Eu lembro que uns amigo juntou uma grana é comprou esse jogo para joga no fliperama do meu irmão, tinha cara x1 na madrugada de sabado para domingo não está escrito kkkk nota 90 mil
Apr 9, 2025
7
drlowdon
A little bit pricey, especially if you want a second guitar to play with a friend, but this is an undeniably fun experience.
Nov 30, 2024
7
Herodelic
The one that started them all, the memories of this and the next titles are special to me. I appreciate the concept this game started but yeah, this one is pretty bare. The setlist is also one of the weakest in my opinion, though anytime I hear "Smoke on the Water" I get mad so it could be that.
Feb 21, 2022
7
GabePhoenix
It doesn't have enough of the very popular rock, or metal, but it does have a handful of hidden gems to be discovered. I do respect this entry a lot, for it is the very first in the series, and creates a gameplay foundation so fun, challenging and iconic that still remains very influential these days. I wish, though, there was a way to make some extra cash with the bonus songs in the career mode, instead of repeating the base ones. I know, I know it's fun to repeat them, and eventually master them, but I'm just sayin' there's no reason to block income from bonus tracks. Having them pay us for playing them would actually encourage such attempts. The career mode is very simplistic, but functional and fun; it doesn't really feature any endings or cutscenes like future games, though. The unlockables are nothing special except for the bonus tracks you can unlock. Other than that, there are just cosmetics and new guitars and character, which is... nice. GUITAR HERO built something to be remembered, and eventually, upgraded into much better installments. I do recommend you give it a try; there are some fun songs to be "rock n' roll'd".
Mar 15, 2023
0
Stankshop
Know what's cool? Playing actual guitar. Glad to see this fad has died off.
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SummaryStrap on your Guitar Hero SG controller, plug-in, and CRANK IT UP. Guitar Hero creates all the sensations of being a rock star, as you rock out to 30 of the greatest rock anthems of all time and more. Soundtrack includes songs as made famous by such legendary artists as the Red Hot Chili Peppers, David Bowie, Boston, Sum 41, Ozzy Osbourn... Read More
Rated Tfor Teen
  • PlayStation 2
Nov 7, 2005
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