Guitar Hero II

Also known as: Guitar Hero 2, GH2

The sequel to Guitar Hero promises 55 new songs and the option to jam with friends on bass, rhythm or lead guitar tracks.

Available on: PS3 , Xbox 360, Wii , PS2 , PC
Genre: Family
Expected release date: November 2006
Published by: RedOctane 
Developed by: Harmonix 
Franchise: Guitar Hero
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RedOctane may have carved out a small niche for itself by making dance pads, but it was last year's release of Guitar Hero that put the company on the map. A surprisingly addictive blend of gameplay, good music and a sweet Gibson-inspired, guitar controller all added up to a resounding success. Now the company is back for round two, and this year's revision is looking better than ever thanks to a packed song list and the addition of a few requested features. Numero uno on the list of » Read Full Guitar Hero II preview
ESRB Rating
Guitar Hero II is rated:
Teen
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PEGI Rating
Guitar Hero II is rated:
Rating Pending