LEGO Rock Band: A Family-Friendly Music Gaming Experience

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LEGO Rock Band, a groundbreaking music gaming experience developed by TT Games and Harmonix, has arrived on console and handheld platforms, offering an engaging and fun multiplayer experience for families of all ages. This game combines the popular LEGO gaming franchise with the iconic Rock Band music series, allowing players to jam together with chart-topping songs and classic favorites from renowned artists like Queen, Foo Fighters, and Jackson 5. Players can control their own minifigure avatars, customize their music experience, and even unlock Rock Power Challenges, which offer a unique twist on gameplay.

Key Takeaways:

  • LEGO Rock Band features 45 chart-topping songs and classic favorites, including hits from Queen, Foo Fighters, and Jackson 5.
  • Players can control their own minifigure avatars, customize their music experience, and unlock Rock Power Challenges.
  • The game is available on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, and Nintendo DS, with affordable pricing options starting at $29.99 for the Nintendo DS version.
  • LEGO Rock Band is compatible with most third-party instrument controllers and microphones, and players can also export songs to other Rock Band games starting November 3, 2009 (Xbox 360) and November 12, 2009 (PlayStation 3).
  • The game has received ratings of "E10+" for the console versions and "E" for the Nintendo DS version, indicating its suitability for families with young children.
  • LEGO Rock Band is developed by TT Games in partnership with Harmonix, and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and MTV Games.

Statistics:

  • 45 chart-topping songs and classic favorites are included in the game.
  • The game is available on four different platforms: Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii, and Nintendo DS.
  • The Nintendo DS version of the game is priced at $29.99, making it an affordable option for families.
  • Exporting songs to other Rock Band games is available starting November 3, 2009 (Xbox 360) and November 12, 2009 (PlayStation 3).

Sources:

  • TT Games (www.ttgames.com)
  • LEGO Group (www.LEGO.com)
  • Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment (www.warnerbros.com)
  • MTV Games (www.mtv.com/games)
  • Harmonix Music Systems, Inc. (www.harmonixmusic.com)
  • Backbone Entertainment (www.backboneentertainment.com)
  • Foundation 9 Entertainment (www.f9e.com)