Activision the publishers of Guitar Hero in association with FreeStyleGames bring you DJ Hero. This game gives players the opportunity to have a full on DJ-ing experience by allowing them access to over 100 different songs to mix with using a turnable controller. Introducing gamers to what they describe as an " authentic DJ Culture" the developers ensure that that key mixing components were added. This includes a variety of samples and effects as well as features such as cross-fade, scratch plus beat match. DJ Hero also boasts gaming modes for both online and offline competitive and cooperative modes (play versus or team up with someone) ie. DJ vs. DJ, DJ + DJ, DJ + Guitar. The game with turntable controller will be available soon for an average cost of US $120 and is available for PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii consoles. October 23, 2009 is the current release date for DJ Hero, however it can be pre-ordered from a number of outlets. For more information visit www.djhero.com See below a list of the in-game talent and artist music that are included + game trailer.
In-Game Talent Revealed
• DJ Shadow
• DJ Z-Trip
• DJ AM
• Grandmaster Flash
Artists Revealed
• 50 Cent
• Beastie Boys
• Beck
• Bell Biv DeVoe
• Benny Benassi
• Billy Squier
• Black Eyed Peas
• Blondie
• Boogie Down Productions
• Chuck Brown
• David Bowie
• Dizzee Rascal
• Eminem
• Eric B & Rakim
• Eric Prydz
• Foo Fighters
• Foreigner
• Gary Numan
• Gorillaz
• Grandmaster Flash
• Gwen Stefani
• Herbie Hancock
• InDeep
• JAY-Z
• DJ Jazzy Jeff
• Jurassic 5
• Justice
• Kid Cudi
• LL Cool J
• Marvin Gaye
• N.E.R.D.
• Public Enemy
• Rick James
• Tears for Fears
• Zombies
• The Aranbee Pop Symphony Orchestra