News
June 20, 2008
MTV
Games, Harmonix and EA Ship Rock Band™ for Wii to Retail Stores in
Harmonix,
the leading developer of music-based games, and
MTV Games, a part of Viacom’s MTV Networks,
along with distribution partner Electronic Arts, Inc. announced
that Rock Band™ Special Edition Bundle for
the Wii™ home videogame console from Nintendo is shipping to retail stores
across America and Canada, available starting Sunday, June 22nd for
the suggested retail price of $169.99.
Rock Band
for Wii features over 60 songs ranging across all genres of rock, including five
extra bonus tracks exclusive to the disc for Wii gamers! Rock Band
Special Edition Bundle for Wii includes game software, wireless
drums, drum sticks, microphone, guitar strap and a wireless guitar. Standalone
instruments and software are also available.
“The addictive fun
of Rock Band and the social phenomenon of Wii combine to make this release an
essential addition to the family entertainment collection,” stated Bob Picunko,
Vice President of Electronic Games and Interactive Products, MTV. “Mark your
calendars because “Family Rock Band Nite” is going to replace the traditional
board game and movie night starting June 22nd.”
In addition, Rock Band Track Pack Volume 1
for Wii and PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system will be shipping to
retail on July 15, 2008, for a MSRP of $29.99. The 20-song pack features an
electrifying mix of classic hits and current favorites, including songs by
Rock Band
is an all-new platform
for music fans and gamers to interact with music like never before. The game
challenges players to put together a band and tour for fame and fortune – all
while learning to master lead/bass guitar, drums and vocals. Featuring the most
master recordings of any music game ever by the world’s biggest rock artists,
Rock Band includes tracks that span every genre of
rock ranging from alternative and classic rock to heavy metal and punk.
Rock Band has garnered more than 40 awards including Game
Critics Award: Best of Show E3 2007 and three awards at The 11th Annual
Interactive Achievement Awards including Outstanding Innovation in Gaming,
Family Game of the Year, and Outstanding Achievement in Soundtrack.
Rock Band
is rated “T” for Teen
(lyrics, mild suggestive themes) by the ESRB.
Rock Band
is also currently
available for the Xbox 360™ video game and entertainment system from Microsoft®,
PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system and the PlayStation 2 system.
EA is the exclusive distribution and marketing
partner for Rock Band.
For more information on Rock Band and Harmonix Music Systems please visit www.rockband.com
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