Guitar Hero World Tour vs Rock Band 3
Side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, ratings, and alternatives.
Guitar Hero World Tour expands the classic guitar‑hero formula by adding full band support, letting players rock together with guitars, bass, drums, and a microphone. The game delivers a concert‑style experience across PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, Mac, and PlayStation 2, with split‑screen multiplayer for up to four players. The bundled edition includes all four instrument peripherals, and the on‑screen interface shows lyrics, vocal pitch, and separate note tracks for each instrument, making it easy to jam along with a wide variety of rock songs.
Rock Band 3 expands the franchise with 83 brand‑new songs, bringing fresh challenges for both seasoned players and newcomers. For the first time the game supports a keyboard/keytar peripheral, letting you play melodies alongside guitars and drums. The title runs on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, offering single‑player, co‑op, and split‑screen multiplayer modes that make it perfect for parties and family gatherings. With a PEGI 12 / ESRB T rating, it delivers a balanced mix of fun and challenge for teen and adult audiences.
- Full band experience with four instruments
- Split‑screen multiplayer for up to four players
- Large and diverse song list
- Cross‑platform availability
- Huge new song library
- First game with keyboard support
- Robust local multiplayer
- High critic score
- Requires multiple peripheral purchases for full experience
- Some tracks have limited difficulty options
- Online features are limited compared to newer titles
- No online multiplayer
- Limited to PS3 and Xbox 360
- Additional songs require extra purchase
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The Verdict
AI-generated from listing dataRock Band 3 offers a richer instrument set with keyboard support but is limited to PS3/Xbox 360, while Guitar Hero World Tour works on more platforms but lacks keyboard and has a slightly lower critic score.
Key differences
- •Rock Band 3 adds full keyboard and keytar play; Guitar Hero World Tour does not.
- •Guitar Hero World Tour runs on PS3, Xbox 360, PC, Mac, and PS2; Rock Band 3 only on PS3 and Xbox 360.
- •Both cost $59.99, but Rock Band 3’s critic score is 88 vs 83 for Guitar Hero World Tour.
- •Rock Band 3 has no online multiplayer; Guitar Hero World Tour also limited online but similar.
- •Both support up to four local players, but Guitar Hero World Tour includes both lead and bass guitar tracks.
Gameplay & fun factor
Keyboard adds melodic gameplay, expanding instrument variety beyond Guitar Hero’s four instruments.
Platform availability
Guitar Hero runs on five platforms (including PC/Mac), while Rock Band is limited to PS3 and Xbox 360.
Price & value
Both priced at $59.99; extra songs cost extra for both, no price advantage.
Multiplayer / co‑op
Both support up to four local players with split‑screen; neither offers online multiplayer.
Content & replayability
Rock Band adds 83 new tracks plus keyboard parts, increasing replay options over Guitar Hero’s setlist.
Difficulty & accessibility
Guitar Hero includes easy‑play settings and vocal pitch indicators, aiding beginners.
Graphics & performance
Both released for the same console generation; no comparative data provided.
Choose Guitar Hero World Tour if…
Players who need broader platform support or play on PC/Mac and are satisfied with four‑instrument band.
Choose Rock Band 3 if…
Players who want keyboard/keytar gameplay and prioritize instrument variety over platform breadth.
Common questions
Can I play Rock Band 3 on a PC?
No; Rock Band 3 is only compatible with PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.
Does Guitar Hero World Tour include keyboard support?
No; it supports guitar, bass, drums, and vocals only.
Which game received the higher critic score?
Rock Band 3, with a critic score of 88/100 versus Guitar Hero World Tour’s 83/100.