In the world of fast-paced rhythm games, although the genre never quite struck a chord in the West, there was one standout: Guitar Hero. Now, this legendary franchise is set to make a comeback, and it's heading to mobile devices! However, Activision's announcement has hit a sour note right from the start.
Instead of a dynamic trailer or an engaging press release, the announcement came via a noticeably AI-generated promotional image on Instagram. This move has overshadowed the excitement of the franchise's return, especially following another controversial use of AI art in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
As for what Guitar Hero Mobile will offer in terms of visuals and gameplay, details are scarce. The series did venture into mobile territory nearly two decades ago, as seen below, but fans are hoping for something truly remarkable this time around.
Broken Strings
The AI-generated art used for the Guitar Hero Mobile announcement has been widely criticized for its poor quality, possibly even outdated image generation techniques. This has led many to fear that Guitar Hero Mobile might be doomed from the start, especially with strong competitors like Space Ape's popular BeatStar in the market.
While the concept of Guitar Hero returning and thriving on mobile is thrilling, there's no denying that Activision has stumbled once again, despite the potential for success.
In the meantime, if you're curious about other major franchises making waves on smartphones, check out the top 9 Final Fantasy games available on mobile.
