Guitar Hero 5 refines the classic formula without major upheavals, but with a genuinely eclectic setlist and better balance for full-band play. Probably the most approachable Guitar Hero for varied parties with friends.
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Rhythm4 players12+
Co-op
Description
Guitar Hero 5 music game on Xbox 360.
Guitar Hero 5 review
3/5
Art direction
★★★★★
"Polished"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
2/5
Story
★★★★★
"Classic"
This edition frees the line-up: four guitars, four drum kits or any mixture, with the mix adapting accordingly, even if that means stacking identical instruments. That flexibility comes with a mode in which the game runs continuously, letting players join and leave mid-song, so the soundtrack never stops between two people.
An accomplished iteration of the series from Neversoft, Guitar Hero 5 polishes the multi instrument formula with the ability to join a session at any time, free instrument combinations and a particularly eclectic tracklist. The smoothness of the band experience, the generous content and the accessibility make it one of the high points of the branch. The reliance on dedicated instruments and the end of online support weigh today. An excellent musical party game for fans of band rhythm and evenings among friends.
