Guitar Hero at 20 - how a plastic axe bridged the gap between rock generations

Twenty years after its launch in North America, Guitar Hero revolutionized gaming and music culture, allowing players to experience rock music like never before.

• Guitar Hero was developed by Harmonix and published by RedOctane, first released for the PlayStation 2 in November 2005, transforming the landscape of rhythm games.
• Players could simulate playing iconic rock songs, such as nailing the four-minute guitar solo in Free Bird, bridging gaps between generations of rock music fans.
• The games success led to a surge in music rhythm games, influencing other companies like Konami to develop their own versions, marking a pivotal moment in gaming history.