Activision recently announced a new Guitar Hero game, hyping up fans about its potential release. Since the franchise’s establishment, it has released a series of games until Guitar Hero Live caused a major setback. The game failed miserably in the market due to oversaturation and the 2009 recession. However, new announcements, including a mobile game and controller releases, have reignited fans’ hopes for the long-dormant franchise’s comeback.
Here’s all you need to know about the latest Guitar Hero updates.
New Guitar Hero mobile game has fans asking for more
Recently, Activision took to Instagram to reveal a poster for an upcoming mobile version of Guitar Hero.
The poster featured four silhouettes holding guitars against an electrifying backdrop. The caption read, “Play your way — Guitar Hero goes mobile.” As the name suggests, the game is specifically designed for mobile phones and tablets. Fans quickly flooded the comment section, expressing excitement for the game.
However, many fans searched for the game on the Apple Store and felt disappointed when they discovered it didn’t exist yet. A pop-up notification suggested the product might launch in the future, keeping some fans excited. Meanwhile, others criticized Activision on social media, accusing the company of using an AI-generated poster to create hype and test market interest.
New Guitar Hero controllers are releasing in 2025
Gibson and CRKD have teamed up to release two new Guitar Hero/Rock Band controllers, which will be compatible with Fortnite’s new music mode. CRKD’s official YouTube channel announced the controllers, describing them as part of “the revival of rhythm gaming like never before” (via Gamereactor). The LP Black Tribal Encore Edition and the LP Blueberry Burst Pro Edition reimagine the classic Gibson Les Paul design with a modern twist.
The controllers are set to release in June but are available for pre-order. The pricing is as follows:
- Gibson Les Paul Blueberry Burst Pro Edition (Multi-platform) – $119.99
- Gibson Les Paul Blueberry Burst Pro Edition (Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC) – $129.99
According to reports, these controllers will also be compatible with classic Guitar Hero and Rock Band titles, as well as community favorites like YARG and Clone Hero.
While no official Guitar Hero game has been confirmed, the release of these controllers has reignited speculation and excitement about the franchise’s potential revival.
