Summary

• Release Year: 2007
• Genres: Music
• Platforms: PlayStation 2
• Developers: SCE London Studio
• Publishers: SCE Worldwide Studios Europe

SingStar: Rock Ballads (2007) Review

SingStar: Rock Ballads is a karaoke game released in 2007 for the PlayStation 2. It is the sixth game in the SingStar series, and the second to be released on the PlayStation 2. The game features a playlist of 30 hit rock ballad songs, including “Bohemian Rhapsody” by Queen, “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by Guns N’ Roses, and “Wonderwall” by Oasis.

Gameplay

SingStar: Rock Ballads is played in the same way as other SingStar games. Players use microphones to sing along to on-screen lyrics, and their performances are scored based on their pitch and timing. The game can be played by up to four players simultaneously, and there are a variety of different game modes to choose from, including solo, duet, and battle modes.

One of the unique features of SingStar: Rock Ballads is the “Rock Star” mode. In this mode, players can create their own custom rock star avatars and perform on a virtual stage in front of a cheering crowd. Players can also earn rewards for completing challenges and achieving high scores.

Song List

The song list in SingStar: Rock Ballads is divided into three categories: “Classic Rock,” “Modern Rock,” and “Alternative Rock.” The full song list is as follows:

• Classic Rock

  • “Bohemian Rhapsody” – Queen
  • “Dream On” – Aerosmith
  • “Hotel California” – The Eagles
  • “Imagine” – John Lennon
  • “Livin’ on a Prayer” – Bon Jovi
  • “More Than Words” – Extreme
  • “Patience” – Guns N’ Roses
  • “Sweet Child O’ Mine” – Guns N’ Roses
  • “Time After Time” – Cyndi Lauper
  • “You Give Love a Bad Name” – Bon Jovi

• Modern Rock

  • “Boulevard of Broken Dreams” – Green Day
  • “Clocks” – Coldplay
  • “Dani California” – Red Hot Chili Peppers
  • “Don’t Look Back in Anger” – Oasis
  • “Fix You” – Coldplay
  • “Mr. Brightside” – The Killers
  • “Smooth” – Santana ft. Rob Thomas
  • “The Scientist” – Coldplay
  • “Wonderwall” – Oasis
  • “Yellow” – Coldplay

• Alternative Rock

  • “All the Small Things” – Blink-182
  • “Basket Case” – Green Day
  • “Bittersweet Symphony” – The Verve
  • “Crazy” – Gnarls Barkley
  • “Hey Ya!” – Outkast
  • “Iris” – Goo Goo Dolls
  • “Karma Police” – Radiohead
  • “Mr. Jones” – Counting Crows
  • “Seven Nation Army” – The White Stripes
  • “Zombie” – The Cranberries

Reception

SingStar: Rock Ballads received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its large song list, fun gameplay, and impressive graphics. However, some critics found the game to be too similar to previous SingStar games, and felt that it didn’t offer enough new features.

Overall, SingStar: Rock Ballads is a solid karaoke game that is sure to please fans of rock music. The game’s large song list, fun gameplay, and impressive graphics make it a great choice for parties and social gatherings.

Legacy

SingStar: Rock Ballads was a commercial success, selling over 2 million copies worldwide. The game helped to popularize the SingStar series, and it remains one of the most popular karaoke games ever released.

The SingStar series has continued to grow in popularity over the years, and new games are still being released today. The latest game in the series, SingStar Celebration, was released in 2022.

Conclusion

SingStar: Rock Ballads is a great karaoke game that is sure to please fans of rock music. The game’s large song list, fun gameplay, and impressive graphics make it a great choice for parties and social gatherings.

Review Score

8/10

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