Guitar Hero II

 Xbox 360
User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 254 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 199 out of 254
  2. Mixed: 28 out of 254
  3. Negative: 27 out of 254
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  1. JesseB.
    Jan 19, 2008
    10
    Absolutely amazing, I never played the playstation version of the game, but the Xbox360 had me hooked like a fish. At first I was on easy thinking this games impossible. But hours and hours and more strait hours of gameplay and I'm tearing through easy, then medium and hard. This is absolutely the most addicting game I've ever played.
  2. henrikl.
    May 7, 2007
    10
    one of the most addictive game i ever played. so fun to learn och at the same tame hard to master. this is a must buy if u like rock n roll.
  3. MoggM.
    Apr 5, 2007
    10
    An excellent game. Its fun for all types of gamers and the different skill levels makes sure everyone has a good time and a challenge. with more content coming over xbox live you can't go wrong.
  4. MichaelW.
    Apr 3, 2007
    10
    I am having way too much fun with this game. Waiting for more new songs to appear for download
  5. NeilVitro
    Apr 5, 2007
    10
    Great game and well worth the wait. This is my current addiction and my wife loves playing too!
  6. HootchieM.
    Apr 6, 2007
    10
    Sooo incredibly fun and deep. Better than the PS2 version in every way imaginable. Last night, 4 cops visited the floor in my dorm for a noise complaint down the hall from me. Afterward, they were walking by my room, saw me playing, and asked if they could check it out since they had never seen it before. One of them played it and loved it. It was pretty radical. I swear to God..... So Sooo incredibly fun and deep. Better than the PS2 version in every way imaginable. Last night, 4 cops visited the floor in my dorm for a noise complaint down the hall from me. Afterward, they were walking by my room, saw me playing, and asked if they could check it out since they had never seen it before. One of them played it and loved it. It was pretty radical. I swear to God..... So yea, this game Rawks!… Expand
  7. FPSMaster
    Apr 7, 2007
    8
    I agree with X360 Magazine UK. It is the most fun I've had in maybe the last few years, but it still needs work. My extra $10 for the 360 version over the PS2 version gets me a few new songs, which most of them suck and don't even sound like there's even a guitar used in the song like the one by Freezepop, and I get a worse guitar that doesn't work half the time and I agree with X360 Magazine UK. It is the most fun I've had in maybe the last few years, but it still needs work. My extra $10 for the 360 version over the PS2 version gets me a few new songs, which most of them suck and don't even sound like there's even a guitar used in the song like the one by Freezepop, and I get a worse guitar that doesn't work half the time and feels worse than the one on PS2 and is wired in 2007! Whammy bar doesn't work half the time, star power won't work no matter how much I move the guitar around yet it does it on it's own for no reason when I'm not moving at all. This has caused me to lose songs I would have otherwise blown through on hard or Expert. The game basically works against you, but not because you need to get better, but because they made a crap controller for this version when they had one that was almost perfected on PS2. Oh yeah, forget about pausing the game because they made the pause and back buttons so small I have no idea why they're even there anymore. It does have a ton of replay value, if you want to spend months trying to get through some seemingly impossible songs on Expert where it look like they just threw a bunch of dots on-screen like in the song by Buckethead. They just need to get some better music in these games. I know they're trying to put a little bit of everything in here, but some of this music sounds more liike rap or techno than anything that has to do with rock or the aformentioned songs that don't even use guitars that they put in here and threw some dots on screen. Make me a game where I can put my own music in the game and you'll have a masterpiece. Until then, it's an "almost there" game.… Expand
  8. EricC.
    May 29, 2007
    10
    Somewhat fun on your own, but embarrassingly hilarious with a group of drunken friends. Your 360 is better for having a guitar attachment...
  9. K.S.
    Oct 8, 2007
    9
    As a formerly touring bassist, I didn't think this game would be that fun - I figured I'd rather play a real guitar. But I finally picked up the controller, and I couldn't put it down. This game is a blast! And I'll be sure to pick up GH3 soon after it comes out.
  10. JamesA.
    Apr 11, 2007
    10
    Who's dream is it not to be a rock star? 2 player is a blast, and the game it self is amazing.
  11. JonP.
    Apr 10, 2007
    10
    Any game that can hook my girlfriend AND sister AND anyone that has a go has to be an example of brilliance. Guitar Hero II has done this. Can't reccomend it highly enough!!
  12. IanB.
    Apr 3, 2007
    10
    If you've ever played the air guitar, this is the game for you. Real guitar players will also enjoy themselves playing this game.
  13. DrewT.
    Apr 4, 2007
    10
    Game totally excels at it's aim. Also it's easy to get into but very challenging to master.
  14. CAllen
    Apr 4, 2007
    10
    This has got to be one of the best ideas for gaming yet. The only thing missing are different styles of music.
  15. Faigenistic
    Apr 4, 2007
    10
    3 hours into it and I'm already addicted. It's almost like playing a real guitar, except I screw up less! Can't wait until more songs are available as well as the possibility of online play. ROCK ON
  16. TrevorM.
    Apr 4, 2007
    10
    I am shocked by how fun this game is. If you have ever wanted to feel what it is like to be a rock star, then you have to get this game. The tracks all rock and the controller is excellent. A must have.
  17. FredH.
    Apr 5, 2007
    10
    This game is perfect. Great to play by yourself or with groups of friends. I can't wait for downloadable content.
  18. DanJ.
    Apr 9, 2007
    9
    A lot of fun for single player as well as co-op mode. The only downside: my hands hurt from playing 5 hours a day for the last 6 days.
  19. Dave
    May 25, 2007
    10
    This game is too hard. I've been stuck on Psychobilly Freakout on Expert for weeks. :-(
  20. ScottS
    May 3, 2007
    10
    I just can't express how much I love this game ay. I spend most of my spare time fiddling with my guitar and recording myself on my laptop, so when this game came I grabbed it straight away. This game is far more enjoyable than all of the NBA games my friends like put together. I just love dancing round the room pretending i'm a rockstar for my wife and dog...Fantastic.
  21. MattK.
    Jul 20, 2007
    10
    Extremely addictive by yourself or with friends, do not be put off by the people below who say the game is too hard. On expert the last couple songs are extremely challenging, but are not impossible as some here are saying.
  22. ScottDavies
    May 28, 2008
    9
    Fantastic for all rhythm based gamers out there for all ages. This game will have you addicted for hours on end trying to get those hard to get achievements such as the 5 star all expert songs in the career.

    although after a long time, it can get repetitive and with the lack of online multiplayer, i had to mark it down from a perfect 10
  23. L.D.
    Oct 15, 2007
    9
    Great if you got friends around to watch & play and the multiplayer is awesome. But i would've liked to see more classics in the game.
  24. LarsB.
    Nov 7, 2007
    9
    A lot of cover songs and in fact not the best songlist. however, it is great to be a guitar hero.
  25. JamesSigman
    Jan 7, 2007
    10
    Completely captivating!!!!! a total improvement from GH1 (not to say it wasn't an awesome game itself)
    you completely feel like you are playing pro guitar, and it is a hellof a lot of fun!!! i personally bought myself a second guitar so my roomy could play with me, co operative mode is genius! with the ability to choose lead guitar or bass!!! they also picked some of the best    Completely captivating!!!!! a total improvement from GH1 (not to say it wasn't an awesome game itself)
    you completely feel like you are playing pro guitar, and it is a hellof a lot of fun!!! i personally bought myself a second guitar so my roomy could play with me, co operative mode is genius! with the ability to choose lead guitar or bass!!! they also picked some of the best music!!! Primus is on there for gods sake!!! a very well done game that could easily compete ( and probably already has) with the up and coming next gen games.... the only downside is the cost of the guitars!!! a must buy for any and all people who call themselves gamers!!    … Expand
  26. PIPP0
    Apr 12, 2007
    10
    Brilliant, in uppercase.
  27. RedXIII
    Apr 13, 2007
    8
    Great game, had a ton of fun on easy and medium, hard-expert are next to impossible if you didn't play the previous installments of the game. I really enjoy jamming on this game, but after I got 5 stars on just about every song on medium (still working on some) the songs start to get annoying. Don't get me wrong this is a great game it just seems like its a little too difficult Great game, had a ton of fun on easy and medium, hard-expert are next to impossible if you didn't play the previous installments of the game. I really enjoy jamming on this game, but after I got 5 stars on just about every song on medium (still working on some) the songs start to get annoying. Don't get me wrong this is a great game it just seems like its a little too difficult even for experienced gamers. Overall an 8, but because it is so frustrating on the upper difficulties it loses some points. Plus the DLC is way over priced.… Expand
  28. AdrianH.
    Apr 13, 2007
    9
    One of the absolutely best times you'll have on your 360 period. Having never played a Guitar Hero title before and not being a huge fan of classic rock, I'm shocked at how much fun I'm having and how addicted I am. Then why is this game ONLY a 9 ? Because a) the game costs $90 for a year-old game b) like many others I've been hobbled with a semi-functional guitar out One of the absolutely best times you'll have on your 360 period. Having never played a Guitar Hero title before and not being a huge fan of classic rock, I'm shocked at how much fun I'm having and how addicted I am. Then why is this game ONLY a 9 ? Because a) the game costs $90 for a year-old game b) like many others I've been hobbled with a semi-functional guitar out of the box requiring an exchange and c) the highly touted "downloadable content" feature consists of old Guitar Hero 1 songs, at 500 MS points (US$6+) per 3 songs!… Expand
  29. AndrewC.
    Apr 13, 2007
    9
    Brilliant fun, great controller, definitely worth a buy. HOWEVER..... the downloadable content that everyone is waiting for is a complete RipOff. 500 microsoft points for 3 songs? You've gotta be kidding me. I've read all the reasons why the Major says it's this way, but I still call foul. Daylight robbery for the downloadable content - wait until they are packaged Brilliant fun, great controller, definitely worth a buy. HOWEVER..... the downloadable content that everyone is waiting for is a complete RipOff. 500 microsoft points for 3 songs? You've gotta be kidding me. I've read all the reasons why the Major says it's this way, but I still call foul. Daylight robbery for the downloadable content - wait until they are packaged altogether and come in for under $1 a song.… Expand
  30. Mr.Review
    Apr 21, 2007
    10
    There are those who have made up their mind over a year ago, and have not regretted their purchase of Guitar Hero. There are those on the fence, on whether $90 is reasonable enough for the quality and everlasting game experience they will receive. I have never witnessed more universal love for a single game than with Guitar Hero II, and with that said, it is damn near a must buy. I cannot There are those who have made up their mind over a year ago, and have not regretted their purchase of Guitar Hero. There are those on the fence, on whether $90 is reasonable enough for the quality and everlasting game experience they will receive. I have never witnessed more universal love for a single game than with Guitar Hero II, and with that said, it is damn near a must buy. I cannot express successfully and with any sort of validity in words how incredibly enthralling and exciting and new Guitar Hero is. I must say to those who own or will inevitably buy Guitar Hero for Xbox 360, do NOT expect much out of the downloadable content. I think it will underwhelm us. With that said, Guitar Hero is an amazing experience only witnessed by those willing and able-minded enough to counter the outstanding track list, brilliant execution of gameplay, and absolutely endearing journey Guitar Hero places one through. With 3 new iterations coming out in the next year and a half, GUitar Hero could quite possibly be the next great franchise and one to adore for as long as fun exists.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#5 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2007
18
#18 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2007
46
#46 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2007

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 55 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 55 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 55
  3. Negative: 0 out of 55
  1. Official Xbox Magazine
    95
    Expect your non-gaming friends, family, and spouses to beg for the chance to bring the rock. That power alone makes Guitar Hero II a must-play. [Mar 2007, p.68]
  2. Play Magazine
    95
    Everybody who frequents the game knows the feeling when the prompts melt away and you find yourself actually playing the music; that's why Guitar Hero is the best music and/or mainstream game to hit these United States. [Mar 2007, p.56]
  3. Hardcore Gamer
    100
    It's exactly like Guitar Hero II for the PS2, but made even better by Microsoft's favorite son. [Mar 2007, p.58]
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