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92 out of 100

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7.8 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 29 Ratings

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  • Summary: Rock Band 2 builds upon its foundation as the first music game to introduce co-operative band gameplay, multiple instruments, a robust online multiplayer experience, an unrivaled offering of downloadable content and raises the bar by delivering an entirely new level of depth, connectivity, authenticity and features including: Backwards compatibility with Rock Band downloadable music content. All previously purchased tracks immediately load into your Rock Band 2 song list. No need to re-purchase or re-download. The biggest and most diverse soundtrack ever featuring some of rock's most prolific acts, comprised entirely of master recordings. Major new and dynamic online modes that connect the entire Rock Band community in more ways than ever before both locally and globally. More variety of instrument choices than ever before with new and improved drum and guitar peripherals, enhanced functionality and innovative new designs - all fully compatible with the original Rock Band instruments. [MTV]… Expand

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  1. GamesRadar
    100
    Aside from moaning about the shortcomings the Wii's technical limitations force upon the game, the only thing to complain about with Rock Band 2 – and it's barely even a complaint - is that it polishes rather than reinvents.
  2. NintendoWorldReport
    95
    With its large number of modes, weekly DLC that is accessible via the SD Card, online play, better instruments, a variety of modes, diverse soundtrack, and excellently charted songs, Rock Band 2 is the definitive band game for Wii.
  3. GamingTrend
    93
    They've taken every aspect I could think of an improved it.

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  1. AJW
    10
    I loved RB1 with all of its Wii limitations, and now this one kicks its trash. HMX, what will you think of next?
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  2. JeffW
    10
    Can only assumet he low user rating is due to Wii-hate from fanboys who had yet to play this. RB2 for Wii is IDENTICAL to the 360/PS3 editions, in terms of gameplay & online features. Only real differences are lower res graphics (like that actually matters in a music game) & fewer character creation options (no custom tattoos). Otherwise, gameplay, online options & DLC are the same. Harmonix states that by mid-2009, Wii users wll have access to EVERY DLC title the other consoles have. RB2 is simply the BSET music game for Wii. IF you love these types of games, RB2 is a must own on the Wii. It is certainly an apology of sorts from Harmonix for the late & stripped down version Wii users got for the original Rock Band Plus, if you have Guitar Hero peripherals for Wii already, they will work w/ RB2.… Expand
    • 0 of 0 users said yes
  3. Austin
    9
    A huge improvement over the first Rock Band for Wii. I really, really enjoyed the character customizations, world tour, drum/beat trainer, and the many features that are also on the Xbox 360 and PS3. Also has an excellent soundtrack, ranging from death metal to indie to classic rock. This is, in my opinion, the best music game for the Wii. Just two main problems. First, the graphics are only OK; my characters' movements are not very smooth and the screen in general is not so clear (it's a Wii, you know). The second (and hopefully will be resolved soon) problem is the delay in the Wii Music Store.… Expand
    • 4 of 4 users said yes

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