20 May 2008
Ferry

Rock Revolution bringing drums and guitars to Xbox 360 and PS3. Wii and DS versions also by Konami

Konami has announced Rock Revolution, a music-based video game in the rhythm genre. Brought to market by the company that created the music video game category, with breakthrough titles such as DanceDanceRevolution, Karaoke Revolution, Beatmania and Guitar Freaks, Rock Revolution provides an unmatched rock experience. Promising to break new ground with its definitive drum experience, Rock Revolution also gives players a chance to rock out on the bass and lead guitar. Designed by musicians, Rock Revolution will be available with the most realistic drum peripheral on the market at launch for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. Rock Revolution is scheduled for release in Fall 2008 for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Wii and DS.

Rock Revolution features an extensive music selection on the game disc, along with a wide variety of downloadable songs available at launch for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions of the game. Additionally, title offers a variety of innovative single-player and multi-player modes. A unique aspect of the Wii version is the interactive use of the controls with the Wii Remote and Nunchuk for an air-drum and air-guitar experience. Rock out anywhere with the Nintendo DS version, using the stylus for intense rhythm matching sessions.

“Rock Revolution will be the most innovative and realistic rock game to hit the market, that will provide a quality drum peripheral and music that players will appreciate,” said Anthony Crouts, Vice President of Marketing for Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. “As the originator of music-based games, we are dedicated to bringing fans a truly preeminent music experience. With Rock Revolution, we put the emphasis on the drum kit, delivering an experience unlike any other.”