With the sudden rise in metal music fans thanks to Stranger Things' perfect choice of Metallica's "Master Of Puppets," there are many younger fans who are being introduced to the fun world of rock music and Guitar Hero. The popular rhythmic game has remained a chart-topper since its first release in 2006, thanks to the unique gameplay idea.
Many video games at the time were the same old first-person shooters or platformer games, but Guitar Hero quickly took the world by storm and gave music lovers a chance to feel like true rock stars. One of the best parts of the game, though, is the massive community it has built, and the fanbase makes some pretty incredible memes about the franchise.
Some Songs Will Forever Be Known As “Guitar Hero Songs”
When it comes to the Guitar Hero discography, the game offers a lot of bangers. From "Barracuda" by Heart to "Shout At The Devil" By Mötley Crüe, there are quite a few rock classics that fans remember from the iconic games.
Though the franchise has expanded in music genres over the years, accepting more mainstream music into its discography, fans love just how versatile and timeless these songs are to play. No matter how many times fans play the same songs over and over, it somehow never gets old or any less fun.
The Crowd's Booing Takes Thick Skin To Hear
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Most players, especially newbies, are more than aware of the crowd at these events and how they aren't shy to tell players how they feel. Whether fans of the game are rocking out in legendary mode or they're just starting out and taking it slow, the audience is always quick to boo if there are one-too-many mess-ups.
Though players can earn back their trust if they are able to get back on track, it's mostly a warning sound for players to pick up the pace before they ruin the show. However, players admit it is quite a humbling experience, and even a harsh motivator in a weird way.
Why Isn’t This Guy Getting The Recognition He Deserves?
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Fans of the early game versions are fully aware of this vocal frontman. No matter what track players pick to play, this guy can sing identical to the studio version, which has never made much sense, but fans get a kick out of it anyway.
Even in the early games, there is a multitude of different playable characters to choose from, yet this guy is always thrown in the band for some reason. Not that anyone is complaining about this guy, but fans wonder why he isn't talked about more if he really is that talented and versatile.
Get You A True Guitar Hero
It's a running joke in the community that fans know how to shred on the guitar when in all reality they've only played Guitar Hero. However, nobody really talks about the fact that the game requires immense skill, no matter how accurate it may or may not be to playing a real guitar.
It is indeed difficult to press down on the strum notch at the exact same time as the different colored buttons in the game, especially at a fast pace. It is just as hard to play real guitar by focusing on strumming patterns and intricately-placed note switches at the same time. Nevertheless, both players share a common bond, a love for music and guitar-playing, whether in real life or theoretically.
Guitar Hero Live Is Not As Good
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It's certainly not an unpopular opinion that Guitar Hero Live is not among one of the best Guitar Hero games. Guitar Hero Live is among one of the newer gaming releases for the franchise, and while it's still fun, most fans believe it doesn't live up to the nostalgic older games.
Though it would make sense to keep releasing games so fans can learn to play newer songs, the sales and overall hype surrounding the game's release were quite underwhelming (via Fortune). The updated game was a nice thought, but sometimes the classics just can't be beaten.
Guitar Hero Adults Are Sometimes Worse Than Kids
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Being that Guitar Hero first came out in 2006 and remains one of the best rhythm video games, the first generation of players is now all grown up. Though younger players are more than welcome to join in on the gaming fun, it's the original generation of players that will always be first in line to try the new games.
There's also something nostalgic about the old days of going to Walmart and Best Buy and playing the sample games on gaming systems while other kids watch in awe. No matter what age players are, it's always a blast to watch people shred on these games.
"Through The Fire And The Flames" Is Not For The Weak
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Although there are many extremely challenging songs to play on every Guitar Hero gaming version, "Through The Fire And The Flames" by DragonForce is notorious for its difficulty. From its fast-paced beat to its widespread note usage, users find it extremely difficult to get a good score on this song.
Players have noted that it is quite difficult to not only keep up with the quick notes but to switch back and forth between the different buttons, which is largely why the track is so difficult. However, the song definitely rocks, and fans aren't complaining too much about playing it over and over.
The Battle Music From Guitar Hero III Is... Something Else
The context of this meme comes from the infamous Tom Morello Battle music from Guitar Hero III that many fans would argue that it's not even music at all. This challenging and fast-paced track brings fans back to the many fun and high-stakes moments of battling Morello.
The odd tune caught fans by surprise, mostly because the sound effects don't even seem like guitar noises, but it's all the more impressive once they realize it is. Nonetheless, the funky track is a memorable and hilarious moment in the game that die-hard fans will forever remember.
The Ongoing Rivalry Between Guitar Hero And Rock Band
Though both video games are a blast to play and are both a part of the same musical gaming world, there is a constant argument being made by fans about which game is better, making them natural gaming rivals. The two have quite a bit of similarities, but it's also surprising how many differences there are, as well.
Guitar Hero is the OG game, so it's nostalgic for many fans to play and just have some fun with some classic rock or more mainstream music. On the other hand, Rock Band features more gritty metal music, which really challenges the player, whether they are practicing their drumming, guitar-playing, or singing skills.
When The Muscle Memory Kicks In...
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Any gamer has been there, wanting to take a break from a former favorite game to play others. With some games, it might take a little while to get back into the swing of things, but for master Guitar Hero players, it's just like riding a bike.
Many fans of the game even have favorite songs that they play over and over, which makes it even easier to memorize the rhythm and notes. Overall, though, this game proves that the more players practice, the better they get, possibly making them unstoppable pros.