User Reviews

1. Review Date: 2009-11-09

   My problem with Rock Band: Beatles is the same problem with all Rock Band products -- they just can't seem to strike a good balance between easy to the point of falling asleep (medium setting) and so difficult you fail every song (hard setting -- several titles later and I still can't handle that orange fret).
   
   This is in contrast to the Guitar Hero series, that is extremely enjoyable on medium by making it suitably challenging but not discouragingly so.
   
   I guess I should mention I'm in my 40's and don't have the time or attention span to play a game 8 hours a day to truly master it. I just want something I can pick up and have fun with.
   
   It probably doesn't help that The Beatles, who unquestioningly were pioneers who changed the face of music forever, really don't have the most technically complex melodies compared to more modern tunes.
   
   Lastly, I know it's impossible to put together a set list that will please everyone (particularly from such an enormous portfolio), but really this volume contained NONE of my favorites. What are the odds of that? There are a few songs I like, but absolutely nothing that really excited me.
   
   Apart from the cool Beatles-specific graphics, this really doesn't have much to offer anyone but the biggest Beatles fan.
   
   User: Elaine Adamcewicz
   Rating:
   Summary: Disappointed
   Helpful Votes: 0
   Total Votes: 2
   

2. Review Date: 2009-11-07

   This is one of the best games... EVER.... I'm not exaggerating. Graphics are AMAZING and so are the songs. If your a Beatles fan or not, you'll still love it. My one and only comlaint is that their should be more songs to play for the price of the game. But that's all.
   ( Here is a thought.... I wonder if Paul McCarney has played this game yet. And if he has, does he like it?)
   
   User: Book Lady
   Rating:
   Summary: Beatles Rock Band
   Helpful Votes: 0
   Total Votes: 0
   

3. Review Date: 2009-11-03

   Whether you love the Beatles or not, this is just plain fun. Every song will bring back a point in your life. My kids have always known Beatles music, but now, as with other Rock Band songs, they can point them out. They are perfect for Rock Band
   
   User: C. Swain
   Rating:
   Summary: Brings back memories
   Helpful Votes: 0
   Total Votes: 0
   

4. Review Date: 2009-11-02

   If you are a beatles fan, then you should buy this game, it is so cool.
   
   
   User: Daniel Vasquez
   Rating:
   Summary: Excelent Game
   Helpful Votes: 0
   Total Votes: 0
   

5. Review Date: 2009-11-02

   I ordered this for my nephew's 39th birthday. He's always been a Beatle fan, and this has just been an amazing gift for him and for his family. He has two young boys who have inherited the Beatle gene, and they are having a blast with this software. I was a little worried-they loved it so much that they lost their voices, and couldn't wait to get back to the game when they came home. Reminded me of "Better than Life" in Red Dwarf! This is a definite 2-thumbs-up.
   
   
   User: D. Hallagan
   Rating:
   Summary: Beatles Rockband
   Helpful Votes: 0
   Total Votes: 0
   

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Editorial Reviews

The world's leading music game meets the greatest band in history. The Beatles: Rock Band for Wii gives fans what they've been waiting for: a chance to experience the Beatles' legendary story from the inside. In this game you won't just watch and listen as The Beatles make rock history, create landmark records and conquer the world-for the first time, you'll be part of the band. The Beatles: Rock Band software is compatible with Rock Band, Guitar Hero and most other instrument controllers, as well as, third party microphones including SingStar and Lips. Play across all band eras. View larger. A variety of play venues. View larger. Master classic Beatles harmonies. View larger. Exclusive Beatles controllers available. View larger. The Game Join John, Paul, George and Ringo on-stage at legendary shows, behind closed doors in the recording studio, and in dreamscapes that bring the psychedelic imagery of the latter stage of their career to life. The acclaimed Rock Band elements of interactive play and full-band capacity are here as well, but with brand-new additions. One of these is full three-part harmonies, which challenge you to recreate The Beatles’ vocal blend-a first for any music game and facilitated by the game's support for up to three microphone controllers. In addition, the game supports custom-built controllers modeled after the actual instruments that the Fab Four played, and eventually helped to make iconic; audio straight from the masters; and graphics that take you on a magical tour through the key moments in The Beatles history. Produced with the full cooperation of The Beatles and Apple Corps, the game is packed with hidden fab extras that will push you and up to five of your friends to master the songs both online and offline in order to hear rare audio and view unseen photos from the archives. The Song List Not only one of the most beloved, The Beatles were also one of the most prolific bands of all time, churning out memorable hit after hit, and this is reflected in the song list of The Beatles: Rock Band. From "I Want to Hold Your Hand" to "Get Back," every song in The Beatles: Rock Band comes directly from the Abbey Road master tapes. More than 40 songs are included with the game, spanning the length of The Beatles’ career, with more to follow via download through your Wii's connection to the Internet. Just a few classic hits that players can expect to see right out of the box include: "I Saw Her Standing There" "I Want to Hold Your Hand" "I Feel Fine" "Day Tripper" "Taxman" "I Am The Walrus" "Back In The USSR" "Octopus’s Garden" "Here Comes The Sun" "Get Back" And many more, including DLC The Instruments Although The Beatles: Rock Band supports instruments from previous Rock Band and Guitar Hero releases on the same gaming platform, it also is tailor-made for play using The Beatles: Rock Band exclusive line of instrument controllers. Each member of The Beatles had a signature instrument(s) that became synonymous with them. The games available controllers are precise replicas of those instruments and include: John Lennon’s - Rickenbacker 325 guitar Sir Paul McCartney’s trademark - Höfner bass George Harrison’s - Gretsch Duo-Jet guitar Ringo Starr’s - Drums with classic black oyster pearl finish and Ludwig-branded Beatles kick drum head The Gameplay Venues Having made music together in various capacities and combinations for more than ten years, The Beatles' career is inextricably linked with a variety of venues. Follow The Beatles from their earliest days in locales in Liverpool and Hamburg, to their triumphant Ed Sullivan Show appearance and beyond. In addition, join them in the studio at Abbey Road and experience dreamscapes that put you inside the psychedelic era of the 1960's and 70s that they were pivotal in creating. Just a few of the famous venues included in the game are: Cavern Club The Ed Sullivan Theater Shea Stadium Budokan Abbey Road Rooftop And many more

Product Details

1. Works with all Rock Band and most Guitar Hero controllers and microphones, as well as 'SingStar' and 'Lips' microphones.
2. A variety of gameplay environments pulled from the Beatles career, including Cavern Club, Abbey Road and Shea Stadium.
3. 2-6 player online multiplayer support as well as engrossing single player modes.
4. A song list of more than 40 Beatles hits included with the game, as well as additional DLC to follow via your Wii's Internet connection.
5. The first music game to offer harmonies (3-part) as part of gameplay, challenging players to recreate The Beatles¿ vocal blend and facilitated by the game's three mic support.