Genre: Music, Rhythm
Developer: Neversoft
Publisher: Activision
Year: 2008
Platform: PlayStation 3
Guitar Hero: World Tour is a music rhythm game developed by Neversoft and published by Activision. It is the fourth main entry in the Guitar Hero series and the first to introduce full band gameplay, allowing players to perform on guitar, bass, drums, and vocals using corresponding instrument controllers. The game simulates live rock performances across various venues and features a wide range of songs from multiple rock genres.
The career mode offers a progression system where players form and manage a band, unlocking new venues, songs, and equipment. The game includes a music creation mode enabling users to compose and share their own songs. The PlayStation 3 version supports both local and online multiplayer modes, accommodating cooperative and competitive play.
The PS3 edition supports downloadable content through the PlayStation Network, expanding its tracklist post-release. It maintains compatibility with all standard Guitar Hero peripherals for the platform and includes both single-player and multiplayer experiences. No platform-exclusive content or features have been reported for the PS3 version.
Critically, Guitar Hero: World Tour received positive reviews for its expanded gameplay mechanics, song variety, and band experience. Review aggregators such as Metacritic reflect generally favorable scores, highlighting its contribution to evolving the music rhythm genre.
