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- Developer: Harmonix Music Systems, Inc
- Platforms: Xbox 360, PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Nintendo Wii
- Genre: Rhythm
- Modes: Single-player, Multiplayer
- ESRB rating: T (Teen)
- : December 18, 2008GameSpot: Rock Band 2
- : December 18, 2008GameSpot: Rock Band 2
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This page contains links to online reviews for Rock Band 2, a musically themed rhythm game developed by Harmonix for multiple consoles including the Xbox 360, PS3, PS2 and Wii. Initial reviews have been positive, with aggregate scores of 94% from MetacriticMetacritic: Rock Band 2 Reviews (94%) and 95% from Game Rankings.Game Rankings: Rock Band 2 Reviews (95%)
Pros
- Game ships with 84 master tracksTeam Xbox: Rock Band 2 Review (9.1)
- Rock Band songs can be exported easilyTeam Xbox: Rock Band 2 Review (9.1)
- Rock Band instruments can be used with the new gameGames Radar: Rock Band 2 Review (10)
- Superb executionIGN: Rock Band 2 Review (9)
- Perfect camera cuts on stageIGN: Rock Band 2 Review (9)
- Stellar soundtrackIGN: Rock Band 2 Review (9)
- Player Challenges and Battle of the Bands extend lasting appealIGN: Rock Band 2 Review (9)
Cons
- Licensing fee of $5 required to export the original Rock Band songsTeam Xbox: Rock Band 2 Review (9.1)
- Cymbals have not been addedGames Radar: Rock Band 2 Review (10)
- Drums still too noisyGames Radar: Rock Band 2 Review (10)
- Need to revamp World TourIGN: Rock Band 2 Review (9)
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Rock Band 2 Review Questions
How do I play Rock Band 2 with the song track from Rock Band 1 w/o switching discs? Wii console. 1 AnswerAccording to the "official" information I found: Q: OK, cool. What about exporting Rock Band 1 songs to Rock Band 2? A: Unfortunately, no. The ability to do th... read more
Can I use the Australian Xbox Marketplace with UK version of Rock Band 2? 1 Answeri'm not sure if this is what you are looking for but i hope it helps Yes, the UK version of Rock Band 2 is playable on the Australian Xbox 360. As long as the r... read more
Is there any way for Rock Band 1 owners to get the songs featured in Rock Band 2? 1 AnswerFrom what I can find, no. The opposite (transferring all songs from Rock Band 1 over to Rock Band 2, including all DLC), is possible though: read more -




