Are there no secrets? A recent survey on Guitar Hero: World Tour leaked to Kotaku has dropped a bomb of information on some celebrities and artists that may appear in the game when it hits shelves later this year.
According to the survey, songs by artists like Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, Foo Fighters, Smashing Pumpkins, Korn, System of a Down, Ozzy Osbourne, Interpol, Muse, and Tool will appear in the title. Additionally, the survey mentions that multiple songs by single artists along with dedicated venues are a possibility. But it doesn't stop there -- in addition to being able to create your own rockers, the game may also include playable characters like Sting, Ozzy Osbourne, Ted Nugent, Jimi Hendrix, Travis Baker, Paramore's Hayley Williams, Zak Wylde, and the previously rumored Billy Corgan.
I'm exhausted just writing about this stuff; it's clear that Activision is going balls-to-the-wall when it comes to picking up high-profile, recognizable artists and songs for World Tour. Activision's obvious push to capitalize on the mainstream success of the Guitar Hero franchise doesn't seem to be slowing down anytime soon. If these leaks turn out to be legit (and all signs really seem to point to "yes"), it's hard to imagine World Tour not being a blockbuster this Fall.
The full text of the survey can be found after the jump. Also, don't miss parts one and two of our first-look preview of Guitar Hero: World Tour.
In this new Guitar Hero game, join up with your band mates to form the ultimate super group and rock your way to the top. Shred on lead, rhythm, or bass guitar (three options on one guitar controller), rip on drums, or belt it out on the mic as you rock together on the greatest classic, modern, alternative, pop, and metal hits. 85 songs by artists including Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, Foo Fighters, Smashing Pumpkins, Korn, System of a Down, Ozzy Osbourne, Interpol, Muse, Tool (at least three songs and a dedicated venue), and dozens more come together to form the coolest set list ever. You can even play as your favorite rock star, choosing from characters like Sting, Ozzy Osbourne, Ted Nugent, Billy Corgan, Jimi Hendrix, Travis Barker, Hayley Williams, and Zak Wylde. If none of these are your style, then you can create your own character, including character construction, instrument creation, band logos and album covers. Then take it to a whole new level by jumping into a fully-integrated recording studio to lay down, upload, and share custom tracks online – for virtually unlimited rock. This game features the most authentic instrument peripherals on the market, including an all-new wireless guitar controller with the first-ever touch-sensitive neck slide, dedicated Star Power button, and ability to palm-mute. Also, the new killer wireless drums have ultra-quiet pressure-sensitive pads, raised cymbals, and are easy to set up and take down. Or, use the microphone to become the ultimate frontman. This new Guitar Hero game lets you rock together and rock for all.
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2:54 PM on 06.28.2008
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I still have no desire to get this game. I have all the Rock Band peripherals as it is, and I really don't need all of that shit again for a different title of the same genre. I would rather wait to see how Rock Band 2 is going to capitalize on what Guitar Hero WT had done, much like how GHWT capitalized on what Rock Band has done. That, and especially as expensive as everything else is right now. Too late Guitar Hero.
kill me.
This doesn't really interest me, but I can't deny it would be hilarious to play as Ted Nugent.
I picked the image because she's not recognizable. We're so different here at Destructoid.
Seriously though, I don't care how much space I have to make, I'm getting this game, along with Rock Band...and Rock Band 2.
But you had so many options available to you, based on Sting's inclusion alone! You could've used this:
@Anus Mcphanus
I don't know who the fuck Paramore is. And I don't think I know a single person who knows who Paramore is. (Not counting internet peoples, that is.)
Still though I still sense shenanigans, the playlist surely cant be that good.
And I'm glad you cropped the image. The bottom half is slightly NSFW :D
If you think this rumored soundtrack sounds good, I can safely recommend that you pre-order GH IV. At least, you know, that's what I'd say. But what do I know? :D
They are popular with the kids. I see girls wearing their shirts all the time.
*goes to YouTube to listen to a song of theirs*
No, they're not terrible; they're fucking god awful. Rock Band has Fall Out Boy though, so it's a push.
Are you stupid or something? Why the hell would being "contained in home" result in NOT knowing who this shitty band is? I would think people who have way too much time on their hands are the ones who would know. Not all of us stay plastered in front of the idiot box all day, some of us don't even turn on the radio and listen to our own library of music. Every once in a while though, when a band becomes so popular, other people talk about it and you find out about them that way; that hasn't been the case with them.
Isn't there an editor (or former editor) who really digs that girl? Was it Nex? I forget.
My initial response was WTFing at Jimi Hendrix's inclusion. While a legend, the fact that he's playable screams distasteful to me and is along the lines of 'is nothing sacred anymore'.
...then I shut the hell up when I read Hayley Williams. Her inclusion really sweetens GHWT's whole deal towards me (as sad as that sounds).
oh man am I screwed then
i wanna play as maynard!
I love Paramore so fucking muccchhh!