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Rock Band 2
Universal acclaim
Based on 22 critic reviews
How did we calculate this?
Based on 30 votes
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Game Info
Publisher: MTV Games
Developer: Harmonix
Genre(s): Music, Rhythm Action
Players: 4
ESRB Rating: T (Teen)
Release Date: October 19, 2008
Summary
Rock Band 2 builds upon its foundation as the first music game to introduce co-operative band gameplay, multiple instruments, a robust online multiplayer experience, an unrivaled offering of downloadable content and raises the bar by delivering an entirely new level of depth, connectivity, authenticity and features including: Backwards compatibility with Rock Band downloadable music content. All previously purchased tracks immediately load into your Rock Band 2 song list. No need to re-purchase or re-download. The biggest and most diverse soundtrack ever featuring some of rock's most prolific acts, comprised entirely of master recordings. Major new and dynamic online modes that connect the entire Rock Band community in more ways than ever before both locally and globally. More variety of instrument choices than ever before with new and improved drum and guitar peripherals, enhanced functionality and innovative new designs - all fully compatible with the original Rock Band instruments. [MTV]
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What The Critics Said
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GameFocus
If the first game was a success on so many levels, the sequel brings the same success back but pushes it so high that at this point it will be hard for anyone to catch it up. I can’t finish my review without saying that if you never experienced Rock Band, you’re definitely missing something really special.
Read Full Review >Play UK
With the incredible tracklist, tweaked engine, new modes and the overwhelming quantity of extra songs available for download, this is easily the best rhythm action game currently sitting on store shelves. It must be said the guitars are still second best, but then nothing’s perfect.
Read Full Review >PGNx Media
Ultimately, Rock Band 2 is a fantastic title and one that is highly recommended.
Read Full Review >TotalPlayStation
Add in the fact that Guitar Hero instruments work with Rock Band (and vice-versa), Trophy support and a ton of new music and you have a package that's every bit as attractive as the first game, if not more.
Read Full Review >Playstation Universe
Rock Band 2 isn’t a “true” sequel, but it’s the best encore we've ever experienced. Warn your neighbors – this may be their last proper night of sleep for months.
Read Full Review >Gamer 2.0
Rock Band 2 is a solid sequel. Harmonix smoothed out most of the rough edges and added enough new stuff to warrant the full priced upgrade.
Read Full Review >PSX Extreme
On top of including the songs from RB1, they've also gone and fixed nearly every single issue we've complained about, and then some!
Read Full Review >GameZone
It doesn't get much better than when four people all come together and score a five star on a really rocking song (like Spoonman). This is gaming bliss.
Read Full Review >PSM3 Magazine UK
Makes you feel more like being in a band, edging out its near rivals. [Issue#174, p.72]
Playstation: The Official Magazine (US)
You'd best get ready to rock. [Holiday 2008, p.70]
Gamestyle
Rock Band 2 really is the game Rock Band should have been in the first place, but it's nothing more than that.
Read Full Review >Playstation Official Magazine UK
The seamless integration of its previous content is a massive boon for Rock Band 2 that gives it depth "Guitar Hero" can't offer yet. [Christmas 2008, p.112]
DarkZero
This is a worthy sequel with a look and feel that are more polished than last year’s effort.
Read Full Review >Vandal Online
You can say its not very innovative in comparison with the original game. But this is a minor thing if we take into account that this is without doubt the best game in the genre, and a great achievement if we consider the great struggle with its rival, that doesn't lose grip.
Read Full Review >GameDaily
Just as sweet as the original. The new Challenge mode, Battle of the Bands and tweaks to the World Tour mode will keep you playing for months.
Read Full Review >Eurogamer Portugal
Rock Band 2 may be considered one of the best in the genre, if not the best. If you are a fan of the genre and like large doses of fun, then do not hesitate, Rock Band 2 is waiting for you.
Read Full Review >PS3bloggen.se
Whilst improving on practically everything that wasn't up to par in the original, this sequel is really only marred by it's delayed release schedule in Europe. A must for all music lovers out there.
Read Full Review >IGN
Rock Band 2 improves in several areas over the original. The track list is better, the difficulty has been bumped up, it's more accessible, all previously released DLC works from the get-go, and Battle of the Bands is a brilliant online mode. But there's no getting around the fact that almost nothing was done to the main mode, World Tour.
Read Full Review >Games Master UK
A brilliant expansion to one of the year's best games. [Jan 2009, p.74]
InsideGamer.nl
Rock Band 2 is a great follow-up to an already good game. The improved track list and World Tour mode, and the implementation of some interesting new options make for a great sequel.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
Even though Rock Band 2 plays it safe with only minor improvements and additions, it still rocks.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 8.3 (out of 10) based on 30 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Tom Tom gave it a10:
Rock Band 2 presents all the best aspects of the first edition, plus it fixed the few aspects that needed improvement. My favorite point is that you can transfer your songs from RB1 to RB2, which potentially gives you a huge library of songs available to you in RB2. In addition, you receive 20 free downloadable songs with your purchase of RB2, so you should be ready to rock for some time. If you still haven't had enough, there are tons of songs available for download from the Playstation Network, so you can play your hearts out. Rock Band 2 is simply put the ultimate party game, and one that is guaranteed to keep you entertained for many, many hours.
John J. gave it a10:
Harmonix fixed everything that they could've possibly fixed from the first game and adding all of these extra songs from DLC and Rock Band 1 make the total playlist staggeringly huge.
Tom W. gave it an8:
Its a very good game, it is much different from rock band 1, you get more selection of levels,you get to hire staff to help your band out, and LOTS more songs, this game can go on forever, but there is only one problem, most of the songs are the same, and they get boring after a while, and you just wish you played a totally different song with a crazy solo. if I were you, i would buy this game.
