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Stage Tour brings back Guitar Hero-style games this December
Stage Tour, a new rhythm game inspired by Guitar Hero, is set to launch on December 10, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. Developed by a team including former members of RedOctane, Neversoft, and Harmonix, the game will feature over 90 licensed songs, four-player multiplayer, and a unique roguelite-inspired "Tour Mode". The base game will cost $39.99 USD, with additional songs planned as post-launch DLC.
Stage Tour keeps the plastic instrument era alive
Stage Tour is a new rhythm game from RedOctane Games, developed by veterans of the plastic instrument era including Guitar Hero and Rock Band. The game aims to recapture the magic of those titles with familiar mechanics and controller support, while also offering compatibility with legacy hardware and new peripherals. Stage Tour is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2 on December 10.
I'm excited for Stage Tour, but Rock Band 4 will take a lot to beat
Rock Band 4 remains the last active title from the plastic-instrument rhythm game era, a decade after its release. Despite challenges with peripheral availability and music licensing, the game continues to receive weekly track additions and maintain an active online community. While Fortnite Festival offers a new Harmonix experience, it does not fully replace the legacy or song library of Rock Band 4.
Shack Chat: What was your favorite reveal from Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026?
Shacknews staff members shared their favorite reveals from Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026. Highlights included Stage Tour, LEGO Skylines, Mega Man Dual Override, The Witcher 3 Remastered, and Rainbow Six Tactics. Several staff members expressed particular excitement for LEGO Skylines, a new city-building game from Paradox Interactive.
Plastintstrumentens gyllene era
The article reflects on the golden era of plastic instrument rhythm games, primarily focusing on the Guitar Hero and Rock Band series. It highlights how these games, with their unique guitar controllers and accessible gameplay, allowed players to live out rockstar fantasies. The piece also touches upon the genre's eventual decline due to market saturation and the attempts at comebacks in 2015.