Band Hero is a spinoff video game as part of the Guitar Hero series of music rhythm games, released by Activision on November 3, 2009, for the PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii and Nintendo DS consoles. The game is structurally similar to Guitar Hero 5, and supports full band play (lead and bass guitar, drums, and vocals) including the drop-in/drop-out and in-song instrument and difficulty change menus, and additional multiplayer modes as Guitar Hero 5. The console versions use instrument-shaped game controllers, while the DS version uses either the "Guitar Grip" introduced with the Guitar Hero: On Tour series or a new Drum Skin that comes with the game. Like previous games, virtual avatars of Taylor Swift, Adam Levine, and the band No Doubt are presented in the game.
Band Hero received mixed reviews from journalists. Some considered the game to be an appropriately flavored version of Guitar Hero 5 for the "Top 40" pop rock hits, while others felt the game was strictly aimed at teenagers. They also contested the cost of the full game, featuring only 65 songs compared with 85 songs in Guitar Hero 5, and considered if the content would have been better in downloadable form. A day after the game's release, the band No Doubt sued Activision, citing similar misuse of their avatars as the Kurt Cobain avatar in Guitar Hero 5.
Clear cosmetic wear that does not prevent normal use.
CompletenessDisc Only
Includes only the disc; the original box, manual, and extras are not included.
Tested
Working
Documented Condition
This copy has yet to receive its detailed condition documentation. The grade still lines up with its quality; however, the specifics will come once migration from our old system is complete! You can buy it now, or wait until it’s updated! More info in the Discord!
Fair
I’m not picky!
May have major scratches, sun bleaching, water crinkles, or sharpie writing.
Still disinfected, cleared of stickers, and restored to the best of our abilities.
All copies are still tested and working.
Good
Collector Ready!
Our most common grade.
May have light surface scratching, and no more than one small hole or puncture in the plastic lining of the case.
Cleaned, disinfected, and sticker-free to the best of our ability.
All copies are tested and working.
Excellent
Only the best for me!
As close to new as possible.
Little to no surface scratching, no holes or punctures, and no fading or wear.
All copies are tested and working.
Disc Only
I’m here to play!
Also known as “Loose.” Only the disc is included. No box and no manual. Discs are placed in protective sleeves and shipped in secure packaging.
Cart. Only
I’m here to play!
AKA Cartridge Only. Also known as “Loose.” Only the cartridge is included. No box and no manual.
Game & Box
I’m here to display!
Includes the disc or cartridge and the box with cover art. Inserts or manuals may be missing or partially missing.
Complete
I’m here to collect!
Also known as “CIB” or “Complete in Box.” Includes everything that came with the original release unless stated otherwise.
New
It’s an investment, I swear!
Sealed, unopened, and in the original packaging. Still complete—just brand spankin’ new!
Inventory
Your cart
Right Price Games
Band Hero
Regular price$5.99
Unit price
Band Hero is a spinoff video game as part of the Guitar Hero series of music rhythm games, released by Activision on November 3, 2009, for the PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii and Nintendo DS consoles. The game is structurally similar to Guitar Hero 5, and supports full band play (lead and bass guitar, drums, and vocals) including the drop-in/drop-out and in-song instrument and difficulty change menus, and additional multiplayer modes as Guitar Hero 5. The console versions use instrument-shaped game controllers, while the DS version uses either the "Guitar Grip" introduced with the Guitar Hero: On Tour series or a new Drum Skin that comes with the game. Like previous games, virtual avatars of Taylor Swift, Adam Levine, and the band No Doubt are presented in the game.
Band Hero received mixed reviews from journalists. Some considered the game to be an appropriately flavored version of Guitar Hero 5 for the "Top 40" pop rock hits, while others felt the game was strictly aimed at teenagers. They also contested the cost of the full game, featuring only 65 songs compared with 85 songs in Guitar Hero 5, and considered if the content would have been better in downloadable form. A day after the game's release, the band No Doubt sued Activision, citing similar misuse of their avatars as the Kurt Cobain avatar in Guitar Hero 5.
