Rock Band 2 later this year

Brendan · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 8:25 am�� Post subject: Rock Band 2 later this year

Rock Band 2 later this year by Brendan

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heatseeker · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 8:30 am�� Post subject:

Did I miss something? When did the first one come out?!
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Emuaust · Status: Offline Joined: 20 Sep 2005 Posts: 238 $poons: 8.20

Yeah, you probably should state that its later this year if your not in australia or any other PAL nation...

snicks · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 9:02 am�� Post subject:

Yeah, considering this is a PAL gaming site, aimed at the Australian market, it would be nice that the article explained itself properly. It's becoming a little too common.

Further to that, well done EA on getting a sequel out before the rest of us even get the first one. We wont have many people online to play rockband 1 by the time we get it in December (If we're lucky)

Gizmocreative · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 9:49 am�� Post subject:

ou know this might mean that they are taking the same rouote that made guitar hero so successful over here.

release the first game extremely late so that a second one will come out sooner so that consumers can see the value in the larger investment for all the instruments.
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Toastfarmer · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 10:08 am�� Post subject:

Uh, there's obviously no chance we'll have it by September. There's not even much chance we'll have the first Rock Band by September. Surprised the article didn't consider that.

Fetidchimp · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 10:36 am�� Post subject:

well my final message on the subject - Harmonix, EA

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Skiller · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 11:18 am�� Post subject:

GreyWolfJai

I have been waiting forever for Rockband and I have finally bitten the bullet on this one. I have imported it and I recommend anyone who wants to play it this year to do the same.

A tutorial on using a PS3 import version (including downloads)
http://www.cannedgeek.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=221&Itemid=1

I also have the Trauma Center series for the Wii from UK import.

It's just not worth waiting for these anymore when everything can be imported so cheaply (US$ is so weak) or the internet provides...

Eyce · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 12:00 pm�� Post subject:

Rock Band 1 has been shifted to a Tentative date of December 1 here now.

F**k all chances now.
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Punkarella · Status: Offline Joined: 18 Mar 2008 Posts: 9 $poons: 0.60

Yeah I'm awaiting the drumkit for Rockband. I needs it like water!

Benza · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 12:18 pm�� Post subject:

The best bit was the interview with the developer on IGN when the developer got offended by the interviewrs lack of aus love.
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ppjim3 · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 12:42 pm�� Post subject:

Well as long as the UK/PAL gets Rock Band 2 this year I'm happy! Already have my RB instruments/UK version so I just need the disc version of 2! Hopefully I wont need to buy any new instruments... ever again! I already have 3 guitars, a mike and drums. My room is starting to look like a toy store.
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Deathfiend · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 2:01 pm�� Post subject:

Christ the new GH will be out with its drum kit before we get RB1 let alone RB2...

Silly americans... We may be from "the land down under" but that isnt a term meaning we all have down syndrome... We arent the kind to stupidly follow their lame marketing techniques (unless it involves free beer).

This game is taking so long that I just dont care about it anymore.
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Jaws · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 4:15 pm�� Post subject:

I hate to say it, but f*ck you Harmonix, im getting Guitar Hero: World Tour.

heatseeker · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 5:39 pm�� Post subject:

World tours meant to be out here before rock band right? seems weird and stupid, rock band was announced a few years back right? if not, it seems like it and we'll get world tour before rock band? Even though world tour was only announced this year. In my opinion, harmonix are just money hungry, especially after activision acquired guitar hero.
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A13x · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 5:46 pm�� Post subject:

MrAndyPuppy · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 6:44 pm�� Post subject:

Well, let's just wait and see just when GH:WT actually does get released in Oz. The original GH was delayed here too, as I believe GH2 was from my failing memory.

I was playing GH 1 for months before it was released here.

I DO think the delays of RB are absolutely ridiculous and without worthwhile explanation, but it happens folks. If you can't wait, import.

And as I said, let's just see when GH:WT does actually get released here. I would imagine that Activision will face the same pressures EA did with stock levels in the US, so I am expecting delays.
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Jaws · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 6:51 pm�� Post subject:

In the case of Harmonix, it's more like arrogance. It seems they've quickly forgotten how much money they made through sales of the original Guitar Hero titles in Australia. I'm not sure what their f*cked up distribution policy is, but you would have to have your head way up your ass to see that you arent insulting your Australian supporters (the numbers of which im sure are now dwindling) by constantly delaying the release of your flagship title without a reasosonable excuse (sorry Harmonix: "not giving a sh*t" is not a reasonable excuse). Now the announcement of a sequel that is to be released before we even get the first title? I see this akin to getting purely spat on in the face.

As A13x has pointed out, Activision are the ones who are milking their franchise for every cent. If there's one thing Activision are doing right though, it's releasing their damn content on time.

Eat sh*t and die Harmonix. You wont see another cent from me out of sheer principle.

EDIT: I agree MrAndyPuppy, although as a direct competitor, Activision would be biting at the bit to one up Harmonix and use the lack of Rock Band attention Australia has to their money making advantage. Im willing to bet on that. From a business perspective, wouldnt you try your hardest to jump in with a product that your direct rival has neglected to offer your market, making you out to appear as a saviour type, thereby being showered with cash from a thousand grateful souls? Makes sense to me.

cosmoh · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 6:56 pm�� Post subject:

Unless a Rockband twinpack is announced for Oz Containing RB1, RB2, with bonus tracks exclusive to Australia, released in here before anywhere else, at a budget pricepoint and comes bundled with a puppy and/or kitten, then I officially boycott Rockband.

until it comes out in Australia. Then I'll be on it like a baby to the tit. As much as I despise EA/Harmonix roght now, I know it to be true

MrAndyPuppy · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 7:54 pm�� Post subject:

Evos4 · Status: Offline Joined: 05 Feb 2008 Posts: 21 $poons: 0.40

The winner no doubt will be be who gets released here in Aus first ROCK BAND or GUITAR HERO 4. I dont care I just want one.

Benza · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 8:31 pm�� Post subject:

renegadesx · Posted: Tue Jul 01, 2008 9:07 pm�� Post subject:

Guitar Hero's delay most likely worked.

Problem is with Guitar Hero 4 coming, and most likely beating Rock Band here. Harmonix really shot themselves in the foot because people will already have a full band experience with a brand they already know.

Rock Band was a huge success overseas because it was the only player in town at the time for the full band experience.

In the states and possibly Europe Rock Band will probably have the upper edge at the moment but thanks to the delays here it looks like the Guitar Hero brand will stick with people and Rock Band wont get a foot in the door.

The casual audience don't know who Harmonix are, the will just dismiss Rock Band as a Guitar Hero rip off here.

Well done Harmonix, you dug your own grave this time... bravo
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