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Guitar Hero: Metallica

Neversoft Entertainment · Mar 29, 2009

PS3 · Xbox 360

Teen

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"Ride the Lightning" with musical icons Metallica and over 20 other rocking acts in Guitar Hero: Metallica. Enter the world of Lars Ulrich, James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett and Robert Trujillo and experience the intensity and skill of one of the greatest bands of all time. Shred on guitar, rip on drums and wail on the mic to a set list featuring over 45 explosive hits from Metallica's illustrious career and a wide variety of other legendary artists personally selected by the band, such as Alice In Chains, Foo Fighters and Queen.

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Scores by platform

PlayStation 3

Critic 8.4 (9 critics) · Gamer 8.5

8.3

Xbox 360

Critic 8.2 (10 critics) · Gamer 8.6

8.2

Critic reviews

  • Game Informer

    Matt Helgeson · Sep 22, 2009

    8.8
    The improved character models are leagues better than any in the series' history. The only misstep is the cheesy cartoon storyline, done in the style of the last few games. It seems out of character with Metallica's image, and I would have preferred more documentary-style footage (I did appreciate the fan-shot videos and visual archive in the extras menu). Still, it's a small quibble with a game that provides a whole lotta metal for your $60.
  • Video Gamer

    Neon Kelly · May 29, 2009

    8.0
    Other than this grumble, there's little I can complain about with this release. If you're new to rock-rhythm games then you might be better off with either World Tour or Rock Band 2, since both titles offer more songs and a greater range of musical genres. On the other hand, if you're a big fan of Metallica and metal in general then this has everything you could want - just don't go expecting any massive innovation.
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