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)
Rock Band 2 Reviews
Rock Band 2 Video Reviews
- Gametrailers: Rock Band 2 Video Review|HD