- September 1, 2009
- Neversoft Entertainment
Guitar Hero 5
Guitar Hero 5 is another near-perfect solo for Neversoft and Activision. There are plenty of small tweaks that ensure the game is worth a look, but ultimately, we feel the franchise is long overdue for a complete overhaul.
71%Game Brain Score
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71% User Score 62 reviews
Critic Score 88% 4 reviews
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About
Guitar Hero 5 is a musical rhythm game that allows for single-player and multiplayer experiences. Players can create bands of up to four people, with the ability to switch out instruments and band members at any time. The game features a Rockfest competitive mode, song challenges, and extra content unlockables, enhancing the replayability and customization options for players.








Audience ScoreBased on 62 reviews
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88%Critics’ scoreBased on 4 reviews
Guitar Hero 5 Review
Guitar Hero 5 is, to put it simply, a great game.
85%Guitar Hero 5 Review
Guitar Hero 5 is another near-perfect solo for Neversoft and Activision. There are plenty of small tweaks that ensure the game is worth a look, but ultimately, we feel the franchise is long overdue for a complete overhaul.
85%Guitar Hero 5 review
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