bit-tech Shopping: RedOctane Guitar Hero (PS2)

Rating: 8

Time with product: 10

Strengths: Ridiculously fun.

Weaknesses: Track list isn't as good as later installments; multiplayer support is limited.

Summary: Guitar Hero might have been the first game in the series to make adults jam out with Fisher Price guitars, but the sequels are definitely better, with more extensive songlists, more variety in the songs (here it's basically just rock), and better multiplayer support. Check it out if you want more songs to play, but go with the sequels if this is your first experience with Guitar Hero.

Rating: 8

Time with product: 20

Strengths: Easy to learn, a long time to master

Weaknesses: Hammeroffs are a little weird and multiplayer could be a little better

Summary: By now, you've probably heard of Guitar Hero. If you have a PS2, then I highly recommend this game. Also, this Guitar Hero is a perfect way to start out learning about the game. Songs in this version are easier and has it's share of classics.

Rating: 10

Time with product: 2 Years

Strengths: Uses a peripheral, excellent soundtrack, addictive gameplay.

Weaknesses: Shallow gameplay, guitar controller breaks easily, sound required to fully enjoy.

Summary: Guitar Hero is hands down an instant classic. Developers Harmonix have struck gold with their combination of their previous games' formula and Red Octane's guitar controller. Playing this game makes you feel like a rockstar and the killer soundtrack brings out the personality into you. From punk to prog the songs are diverse and all fun to play. A definite must for any PS2 owner.

Rating: 10

Time with product:

Strengths: great gameplay, great controller, good tracks

Weaknesses: no co-op play, 2 player is weak, poor hammeroff functionality

Summary: This is the game that made Harmonix a rock star, literally. Guitar Hero has unprecedented gameplay in the music genre. It has great tracks, about 40-50 tracks in all and they're all fun to play. Even if you have Guitar Hero 2, it is worth checking this game out to see how this series began.

Rating: 10

Time with product: 2 Months

Strengths: Incredible song selection.

Weaknesses: Older game, no bundle available w/ guitar anymore

Summary: Guitar Hero is a phenom, and this one was the best one that I've played so far. The track selection is incredible, as I had an amazing time playing each song. Its a little harder than subsequent GHs, but thats a good thing. This game will keep you occupied for a long time.