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2011 in downloadable songs for the <i>Rock Band</i> series

2011 in downloadable songs for the Rock Band series

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The Rock Band series of music video games supports downloadable songs for the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and Wii versions through the consoles' respective online services. Users can download songs on a track-by-track basis, with many of the tracks also offered as part of a "song pack" or complete album at a discounted rate. These packs are available for the Wii only on Rock Band 3. Most downloadable songs are playable within every game mode, including the Band World Tour career mode. All downloadable songs released before October 26, 2010 are cross-compatible between Rock Band, Rock Band 2 and Rock Band 3, while those after only work with Rock Band 3.[1] Certain songs deemed "suitable for all ages" by Harmonix are also available for use in Lego Rock Band.[2]

Quick Facts Songs released, Packs released ...

The Wii version of Rock Band does not support downloadable content, but Rock Band 2 and Rock Band 3 do, with DLC first made available in January 2009.[3] Songs from the back catalogue of downloadable content were released for the Wii weekly in an effort by Harmonix to provide Wii players with every previously available song.[4]

Following the release of Rock Band 4 for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, all previously purchased downloadable content for Rock Band 3 and earlier is forward compatible (with the exception of any downloadable content purchased for The Beatles: Rock Band) within the same system family at no additional cost.[5]

List of songs released in 2011

The following table lists the available songs for the Rock Band series released in 2011. All songs available in packs are also available as individual song downloads on the same date, unless otherwise noted. New songs are released on Tuesdays for Xbox Live, PlayStation Network, and Nintendo WFC, unless otherwise noted. Dates listed are the initial release of songs on Xbox Live. Starting May 20, 2008, all downloadable songs are available in both the North American and European markets, unless otherwise noted.

As of October 2009, over 800 songs have been made available as downloadable content (DLC).[6] As of October 19, 2009, over 60 million downloadable song purchases have been made by players.[7] The following is a list of the songs that have been released in 2011.[6][8]

Some songs released before Rock Band 3 have been retrofitted to include Rock Band 3 features, including backing vocals, and the ability to buy an additional pack for Pro Guitar/Bass charts without having to buy the "RB3 Version" of the song. Certain songs have been marked "family friendly" by Harmonix; such songs released before Rock Band 3's launch on October 26, 2010 can be played in Lego Rock Band.

Since October 26, 2010 (with The Doors Pack 01), all new songs are only playable in Rock Band 3, due to a change in the file format. All songs released via downloadable content are playable in Rock Band 3, and support its new Pro Drum mode. Most songs released for Rock Band 3 include core features for keyboards, Pro Keyboards, and backing vocals in the core song, where they are appropriate. Additionally, some of these songs features charts for Pro Guitar and Bass that can also be purchased.

More information Song title, Artist ...
  1. Song is available at no cost.
  2. Song is not available for the Wii platform.
  3. Song is only available in a pack and cannot be downloaded individually.
  4. Song is only available through codes found on packages of Schick razors and is not available through the Music Store or console marketplaces.
  5. Song is an updated version of a song previously released through the Rock Band Network.
  6. Song includes Pro Guitar and Bass charts in the base price; the charts do not need to be purchased separately.
  7. Song is no longer available for purchase.
  8. Song costs US$0.99 (80 MSP/100 Wii Points).

References

  1. [1]
    Gerstmann, Jeff (2010-06-10). "Rock Band 3 Makes A Killer First Impression". Giant Bomb. Archived from the original on 2012-10-11. Retrieved 2010-06-10.
  2. [2]
    "Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and MTV Games Announce LEGO Rock Band Full Track List". BusinessWire.com. 2009-10-12. Retrieved 2009-10-12.
  3. [3]
    "WII DLC Store Now Up!". Harmonix. 2009-01-13. Archived from the original on 15 January 2009. Retrieved 2009-01-13.
  4. [4]
    "Rock Band Wii Owners Get Seven Tracks from Nirvana". Harmonix. February 17, 2009. Archived from the original on February 21, 2009. Retrieved 2009-02-22.
  5. [5]
    "Will legacy Rock Band DLC will be available for re-download at launch?". Harmonix. October 6, 2015. Archived from the original on October 10, 2015. Retrieved October 9, 2015.
  6. [6]
    "DLC Credits". RockBand.com. Retrieved 2008-02-08.
  7. [7]
    Remo, Chris (2009-10-19). "MTV Games: 'We Outsold Guitar Hero Two To One'". Gamasutra. Archived from the original on 21 October 2009. Retrieved 2009-10-19.
  8. [8]
    "The Music". Harmonix. Retrieved 2008-11-11.
  9. [9]
    "New Schick Contest Lets You Win Rock Band 3 Gear, DLC". Archived from the original on February 12, 2011.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
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