In collaboration with Gibson Guitars, a handful of developers that were involved in the creation and production of the Guitar Hero franchise have banded together with RedOctane Games – no pun actually intended, but let's roll with it – to create a brand new "rhythm-action game" that embodies aspects of the original Guitar Hero series in a more personalised RPG setting.
The official video game trailer from Stage Tour, RedOctane Games, Gibson Guitar, and Kramer Guitars this past week was soundtracked by Static X, and the caption of the trailer explains a bit more of what you can expect from the forthcoming game.
"Stage Tour is a rhythm-action game designed to blend familiar and accessible note-highway gameplay with new and exciting modern twists. Stage Tour is poised to rekindle the flame of plastic-instrument rhythm gaming with numerous new features and gamemodes, dozens of bandmates and instruments to fit your unique style, a deep competitive spine, and an extensive roadmap of seasonal content and live events.
"BUILD YOUR BAND: Chase the top score by unlocking unique bandmates, each with their own look, attitude, and stage presence. Choose from multiple variants to match your band’s personality, assign members to Lead, Groove, Drums, or Vocals.
"PICK YOUR STYLE: Customize your lineup with official Gibson® guitar and bass designs. As you play, your band evolves with you. Mix and match characters to create a lineup that feels uniquely yours, whether rocking solo or jamming with up to four players.
"OWN THE STAGE: Push your skills, master every note, and conquer every challenge. Rise through the ranks to unlock legendary rewards, exclusive content, and permanent bragging rights. Stage Tour is built with the community at its core, helping shape its future. Expect detailed feature reveals and deeper breakdowns in the months ahead.
"A new era starts here."
There is no exact date for the release of 'Stage Tour,' but it is set to be released sometime this year and the inclusion of the Static X song is pretty promising. You can sign-up to be notified of the release date and add the game to your wishlist on Steam here.
