Rock Out With "Rock Band 2" for Wii



Posted: Thursday, June 11, 2009

by Julie Newman

In the original Rock Band game, Harmonix wowed millions by taking the concept originally started by Guitar Hero and expanding it to include drum sets and vocals - a true band simulating experience. With Rock Band 2 for the Wii, the game is brought to a whole new level and is sure to lure in more fans than ever before. With increasingly customizable features and excellent online integration, Rock Band II for the Wii should please just about anyone who is looking to rock out like a real star - all from the comfort of their own home.

Unlike the original Rock Band, Rock Band II allows users to create custom characters for the bands that they make. These characters can be custom designed from head to toe with an impressive selection of different hair styles and colors, skin tones, facial features, tattoos and more. You can make your lead singer look as bizarre as you want to - or you can make him or her look like the person next door; it is entirely up to you.

You are also able to purchase better instruments as you earn money based on your level of experience. This is a major difference from the original, since the only benefit to advancing through levels was to unlock more songs.

Speaking of songs, Rock Band II comes with eighty preloaded songs for players to choose from. The selection is quite diverse, ranging from "Eye Of The Tiger" to "Spirit In The Sky". Many more modern releases by bands like Panic! At The Disco and System Of A Down are also included on the track list here. Additionally, players can purchase new releases for their Rock Band II game via the Wii's wireless Internet connection feature.

The downloading feature keep the game new and fresh, no matter how long you have been playing. New songs are added to the list very often, always giving you something new to look forward to.

The last new feature of Rock Band 2 is the ability to create additional online content for your band. You can even order t-shirts and bumper stickers featuring your Rock Band 2 Band.

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