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Guitar Hero: On Tour

Platform(s): Nintendo DS
Genre: Rhythm
Publisher: Activision
Developer: Vicarious Visions
Release Date: June 22, 2008 (US), July 18, 2008 (EU)

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'Guitar Hero: On Tour' (NDS) Sneak Peek at Toys 'R' Us

by Rainier on June 6, 2008 @ 12:40 p.m. PDT

Guitar Hero: On Tour will use the GBA cartridge input to plug in a small device with the typical colored Guitar Hero buttons to activate the notes, albeit only fours instead of the usual five on the console guitars. Guitar Hero: On Tour will feature 5 venues, 6 playable characters, and the usual clothing, guitar accessories.

During Toys“R”Us' exclusive “First to Play” event on June 14, gamers visiting Toys“R”Us stores from 12 noon – 4 pm will have a chance to try out the new game.

“There is no better place to introduce Guitar Hero: On Tour than Toys“R”Us,” said Karen Dodge, Senior Vice President, Chief Merchandising Officer Toys“R”Us, U.S. “Millions of kids are looking forward to jamming with their friends while playing the first portable version of Guitar Hero, and we’re thrilled that Activision is partnering with Toys“R”Us to bring this special sneak peek experience to our customers.”

For the first time, handheld gamers have the freedom to unleash their inner rock star anytime, anywhere with Guitar Hero: On Tour. Utilizing the revolutionary Guitar Hero™ Guitar Grip™ peripheral that fits snugly into the Nintendo DS and a unique Guitar Hero pick-stylus, Guitar Hero: On Tour brings a new dimension to handheld gaming and gives fans the ability to shred along with their favorite tunes with complete portability. The game delivers a unique experience by challenging handheld gamers to rock out and prove their shredding skills on the most diverse set list of master tracks ever offered in a Guitar Hero game, including classic rock, alternative and pop favorites.

Anyone visiting a Toys“R”Us store to sample Guitar Hero: On Tour during the “First to Play” event will receive a complimentary Guitar Hero sticker, dog tag, and temporary tattoo, while supplies last. Additionally, during the event, customers who reserve a copy of Guitar Hero: On Tour will receive a limited edition Guitar Hero pick-stylus.

The game will be packaged with a revolutionary Guitar Hero Guitar Grip peripheral that fits snugly into the DS and a unique Guitar Hero pick-stylus that brings a new dimension to handheld gaming and the core gameplay that defines Guitar Hero. Guitar Hero: On Tour has been designed specifically for the DS platform and will offer the DS audience an all-new compelling music experience.

Guitar Hero: On Tour continues to build on the franchise's signature easy-to-play, yet difficult to master addictive gameplay, and now lets players take their experience on the road wherever they go. Players use the Guitar Hero pick-stylus on the touch screen to strum their favorite tunes and create their rock 'n' roll legacy in career mode.

Fans can also join together to play co-op mode using a local wireless network, or battle each other in a Guitar Duel using new Battle Items unique to the DS platform. For example, players must blow into the microphone to extinguish a pyrotechnics effects gone wrong, or use the touch screen to autograph a crazed fan's shirt in the middle of their set.

Featuring five unlockable new venues, the game lets players personalize their experience by choosing the color of their axe of choice, selecting to play as one of six characters - two of which are all new and exclusive to Guitar Hero: On Tour - and outfitting their guitarist in numerous styles.

Partial track list :

  1. Ca me vexe - Mademoiselle K
  2. Black Magic Woman - Santana - covered by Line 6
  3. Stray Cat Strut - Stray Cats
  4. La Grange - ZZ Top - covered by Line 6
  5. Youth Gone Wild - Skid Row - covered by Wavegroup

Previously Revealed:

  1. All Star - Smash Mouth
  2. All The Small Things - Blink 182
  3. Are You Gona Be My Girl - Jet
  4. Breed - Nirvana
  5. China Grove - The Doobie Brothers
  6. Do What You Want - OK Go
  7. Heaven - Los Lonely Boys
  8. Helicopter - Bloc Party
  9. Hit Me With Your Best Shot - Pat Benatar
  10. Jessie’s Girl - Rick Springfield
  11. Rock and Roll All Nite - KISS (covered by Line 6)
  12. Spiderwebs - No Doubt
  13. This Love - Maroon 5
  14. We’re Not Gonna Take It - Twisted Sister
  15. What I Want - Daughtry

Features :

  • Fans can now take the Guitar Hero experience wherever they go with Guitar Hero: On Tour. The Guitar Hero Guitar Grip is an ergonomic extension that mimics a guitar fret board and fits seamlessly in people’s hands t deliver the same core gameplay that defines Guitar Hero.
  • Included with the game is a new Guitar Hero pick stylus that allows gamers to strum away in style on the touch activated screen of the DS.
  • On a local wireless network, friends can join together to play in coop mode, or challenge one another in a Guitar Duel using new battle items unique to the DS platform.
  • Players can blow into the microphone to extinguish a pyrotechnics effects gone wrong, or use the touch screen to autograph a fan’s shirt in the middle of their set.
  • With a vast collection of Gibson guitars, five unlockable venues and six characters to choose from – including two new rockers exclusive to Guitar Hero: On Tour – gamers can personalize their Guitar Hero experience to their heart’s desire.
  • Fans can prove their shredding skills on the most diverse set list of master tracks ever offered on a Guitar Hero game, including classic rock, pop and alternative favorites such as Nirvana, OK Go and No Doubt.

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