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Developed by: Ubisoft
Published by: Ubisoft
Release Date: North America: OUT NOW! (PS3/360/PC)
Venturing the uncharted territorries, Rocksmith is Ubisoft's entry to the niche plastic fantastic market. Unlike the previous music-based titles, the weapon of choice is yours. Pick up your own lead or bass guitar, plug it in and start rocking!
Rocksmith will include a unique quarter-inch to USB cable, that is the first of its kind, and will allow users to plug any real guitar with a quarter-inch jack directly into their Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, or PC.
Developed exclusively for Rocksmith, this revolutionary cable turns the guitar's signal from analog to digital, allowing it to be recognized and played through video game consoles or PC for the first time. Best of all, the cable has multiplatform compatibility and is universal to all consoles to if you buy it for PS3, you can use it on 360 and PC, and vice versa.
Introducing the next stage in the evolution of the guitar game. Rocksmith, the first and only game where you can plug ANY real guitar into your Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 system, and actually learn while you play.
When we say any guitar we mean any guitar.
Whether it's the guitar sitting in your attic, your cherished faithful steed, or the guitar you have yet to buy, Rocksmith lets you plug any guitar into your Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 system.
Difficulty settings that adapt to your ability.
You love a challenge, but hate being overwhelmed. With addicting gameplay that adapts to your personal skill level, you will automatically progress from single notes to complex chords at your own pace. You'll be playing 100% of the real guitar parts from the songs in the game.
Lots of music. Lots of styles.
One of the most satisfying moments for any guitar player is hearing yourself play your favorite song for the first time. Rocksmith has amassed an amazing library of songs from different music genres allowing players to experience that moment first hand.
Play songs instead of just learning them.
You want to play new songs, but you don't want to labor through tablature or cringe through poorly produced videos. No problem. Rocksmith will not only present you with new songs, but will also challenge you to step away from the notes on screen and play songs by memory.
Masses of effects pedals, amps, and cabs.
Turn your console into an amplifier and play with loads of in-game effects pedals, amplifiers, and cabinets. String pedals together with nearly infinite combinations and tweak your sound until you're satisfied. Whether it's a crunchy distortion, a vintage tremolo, or a psychedelic reverb, we have the gamut covered to make sure you can achieve the sound you're looking for.
Develop real skills with mini-games.
There will be a wide variety of mini-games that will challenge you to hone in on specific skills. Whether its scales, or finger dexterity you want to improve on, our mini-games will have you covered, and addicted.
Get plugged in.
Rocksmith will include a unique quarter-inch to USB cable that is the first of its kind, and will allow users to plug any real guitar with a quarter-inch jack directly into their Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3. Developed exclusively for Rocksmith, this guitar cable is 11.25' cable turns the guitar's signal from analog to digital, allowing it to be recognized and played through video game consoles for the first time.
[Updated: August 13th, 2012] You'll be able to choose from a large catalog of songs in different styles including:
- Best Coast – “When I’m With You”
[*] Blur – “Song 2″
[*] Cream – “Sunshine Of Your Love”
[*] Dan Auerbach – “I Want Some More”
[*] David Bowie – “Rebel Rebel”
[*] Eric Clapton – “Run Back To Your Side”
[*] Franz Ferdinand – “Take Me Out”
[*] Incubus – “I Miss You”
[*] Interpol – “Slow Hands”
[*] Jarvis Cocker – “Angela”
[*] Jenny O -”Well OK Honey”
[*] Kings Of Leon “Use Somebody”
[*] Lenny Kravitz – “Are You Gonna Go My Way”
[*] Little Barrie – “Surf Hell”
[*] Lynyrd Skynyrd – “Sweet Home Alabama”
[*] Muse – “Plug In Baby”
[*] Muse – “Unnatural Selection”
[*] Nirvana – “Breed”
[*] Nirvana – “In Bloom”
[*] Radiohead – “High And Dry”
[*] Red Fang – “Number Thirteen”
[*] Silversun Pickups – “Panic Switch”
[*] Soundgarden – “Outshined”
[*] Spoon – “Me And The Bean”
[*] Stone Temple Pilots – “Between The Lines”
[*] Stone Temple Pilots – “Vasoline”
[*] Taddy Porter – “Mean B.i.t.c.h”
[*] The Animals – “House of the Rising Sun”
[*] The Boxer Rebellion – “Step Out Of The Car”
[*] The Cribs – “We Share The Same Skies”
[*] The Cure – “Boys Don’t Cry
[*] The Dead Weather – “I Can’t Hear You”
[*] The Horrors – “Do You Remember”
[*] The Pixies – “Where’s Is My Mind”
[*] Queens of the Stone Age – “Go With The Flow”
[*] Rapscallions – “California Brain”
[*] Red Hot Chili Peppers “Higher Ground”
[*] The Rolling Stones – “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction”
[*] The Rolling Stones – “Play With Fire”
[*] The Rolling Stones – “The Spider And the Fly”
[*] The Strokes – “Under Cover Of Darkness”
[*] Sigur Rós – “Gobbledigook”
[*] The White Stripes – “Icky Thump”
[*] The Yellow Moon Band – “Chimney”
[*] Titus Andronicus – “A More Perfect Union”
[*] Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers – “Good Enough”
[*] Velvet Revolver – “Slither”
[*] White Denim – “Burnished”
[*] The xx – “Islands”
Bonus Songs:
- Brian Adam McCune – “Ricochet”
- Brian Adam Mccune - "God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen"
[*] Chris Lee “Boss” - Disonaur – “Space Ostridge”
[*] Seth Chapla – “Jules”
[*] Seth Chapla – “The Star Spangled Banner” - Seth Chapla - "Carol Of The Bells"
[*] VsThem – “6AM Salvation”
[*]VsThem - "We Three Kings"
Downloadable Tracks (Each: 240 XBL | $2.99 PSN); (Pack: 640 XBL | $7.99 PSN):
- 3 Doors Down - "Kryptonite"
- 3 Doors Down - "Loser"
- 3 Doors Down - "When I'm Gone"
- Albert King And Stevie Ray Vaughan - "Born Under A Bad Sign"
- B.B. King "The Thrill Is Gone"
- Blink-182 - "All The Small Things"
- Blink-182 - "Dammit"
- Blink-182 - "What’s My Age Again?"
- Blue Öyster Cult - "Godzilla"
- Blue Oyster Cult- "(Don't Fear) The Reaper"
- Boston- "More Than A Feeling"
- David Bowie- "Space Oddity"
- Deep Purple - "Smoke On The Water"
- Evanescence - "Bring Me To Life"
- Finger Eleven - "Paralyzer"
- Foster The People - "Pumped Up Kicks"
- Heart- "Barracuda"
- Judas Priest - "Breaking The Law"
- Judas Priest - "Living After Midnight"
- Judas Priest - "Painkiller"
- Lamb Of God - "Redneck"
- Lynyrd Skynyrd- "Free Bird"
- Maroon 5 - "This Love"
- Marvin Gaye - "What's Going On"
- Megadeth- "Hangar 18"
- Megadeth- "Public Enemy No. 1"
- Megadeth- "Symphony Of Destruction"
- My Chemical Romance Na Na Na (Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na)
- My Chemical Romance Planetary (Go!)
- My Chemical Romance Song Pack
- My Chemical Romance Welcome To The Black Parade
- Otis Redding - "(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay"
- Pat Benatar - "Hit Me With Your Best Shot"
- Pearl Jam - "Black"
- Pearl Jam - "Jeremy"
- Queen - "Bohemian Rhapsody"
- Queen - "Fat Bottomed Girls"
- Queen - "Keep Yourself Alive"
- Queen - "Killer Queen"
- Queen - "Stone Cold Crazy"
- Radiohead- "Bodysnatchers"
- T. Rex- "20th Century Boy"
- The Allman Brothers Band- "Jessica"
- The Black Keys- "Gold On The Ceiling"
- The Black Keys- "Just Got To Be "
- The Black Keys- "Mind Eraser"
- The Blues Brothers - "Soul Man"
- The Darkness - "I Believe In A Thing Called Love"
- The Knack - "My Sharona"
- The Offspring - "Come Out And Play (Keep 'Em Separated)"
- The Offspring - "Gone Away"
- The Offspring - "Self Esteem"
- The Police - "Message In A Bottle"
- The Police - "Roxanne"
- The Police - "Synchronicity II"
- The Temptations - "My Girl"
- Three Days Grace- "I Hate Everything About You"
- Vampire Weekend- "Cousins"
More tracks and packs will be added via DLC, including songs, amps, pedals and more.
Can I use my guitar with Rocksmith?
Most likely, the answer is yes. If your guitar has a standard ¼ inch jack for you to plug in a cable, then yes, your guitar will work. If your guitar does not have a jack (for example, many acoustic guitars), you can go down to your local music store and buy a pickup, and your guitar will be ready to plug in and play.
Will I need an amplifier to play the game?
Nope. All you need is a TV, a guitar, and our game. With Rocksmith, your TV or home theatre system becomes your amplifier. You plug your guitar directly into the console, and play. It's that easy.
I've never played guitar, and it seems difficult and intimidating. How do you expect me to play this game with no prior guitar knowledge?
Unlike other music games with only 4 difficulty modes, our game adapts to your personal skill level in real time, making it possible for you to play and have fun. If you're a beginning guitar player, the game will treat you as such, and constantly challenge you to improve without overwhelming you.
I'm an experienced guitar player, and am not interested in a game for beginners. Why should I own this game?
If you're an experienced guitar player, it will recognize this, and feed you the amount of notes that you're able to play. If that's 100% of what the actual guitar is playing in the recorded song, then good for you. You've just learned a new song while playing a video game. Plus, what other video game out there allows you to plug in your own guitar? None! This is a one-of-a-kind experience that you are guaranteed to enjoy.
Will Rocksmith have rhythm or lead guitar in the gameplay?
Both. You will be able to choose rhythm or lead before you begin playing a song. Basically, whatever guitar parts are featured in the actual recorded song, we will have available for you to play.
Are there effects pedals in the game?
There are loads of effects pedals built into the game, and they are all the real deal. You'll get to tweak your sounds, and string them together with nearly infinite combinations until you're satisfied. Whether it's a crunchy distortion, a vintage tremolo, or a psychedelic reverb, we have the gamut covered to make sure you can achieve the sound you're looking for.
Will there be multiplayer?
Absolutely. We will have split screen multiplayer where you and a friend will be able to rock side by side.
What songs will you have in the game?
The intention of our song list is to capture a wide range of music, while concentrating on fun, guitar centric tracks. For the most up-to-date track list, visit the "Track List" section on Rocksmith.com.
Will there be chord charts?
Yes! And they are interactive. Rocksmith includes over 1,000 chords in the game.
What is this I'm hearing about mini-games?
There will be a wide variety of mini-games that will challenge you to hone in on specific skills. Whether its scales, or finger dexterity you want to improve on, our mini-games will have you covered, and addicted.
What is the price of the game?
Rocksmith is $79.99, and includes the game, along with a 1/4 inch to USB cable that plugs any guitar into your Xbox 360, PS3, or PC.
What is the price of the bundle?
The Rocksmith bundle is $199.99, and includes the game, the 1/4 inch to USB cable, and an Epiphone Les Paul Junior guitar.
What’s the Rocksmith guitar cable?
Rocksmith will include a unique quarter-inch to USB cable that is the first of its kind, and will allow users to plug any real guitar with a quarter-inch jack directly into their Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, or PC. Developed exclusively for Rocksmith, this revolutionary 11.25' cable turns the guitar’s signal from analog to digital, allowing it to be recognized and played through video game consoles or PC for the first time.
What is the price of the standalone Rocksmith™ Real Tone Cable?
The Rocksmith™ Real Tone Cable is $29.99, and will allow you to rock out side-by-side with another player.
Will there be bass in the game?
Bass is now included via DLC (2400 XBL | $29.99 PSN)
Will there be DLC for the game? If so, when?
Yes! We absolutely plan to have downloadable content for the game very soon after launch. But right now our current focus is making the game that ships in October as good as it can possibly be.
Will there be alternate tunings?
Right now we have standard E tuning, and drop D tuning. More alternate tunings will be available post-launch through downloadable content on Xbox Live and PSN.
Can I put my own music into the game?
Currently, no. The intended goal of Rocksmith is not to be recording software. We want people to focus on playing the guitar and having fun.
Will there be latency issues with Rocksmith?
If you experience any noticeable latency with Rocksmith, then it’s more than likely due to the specific setup you’re using. Since everyone has a unique arrangement with their home entertainment systems, we’ve outlined steps you can take to avoid this issue.