Guitar Hero Mobile Launches with AI Feature, Faces Initial Challenges

In the world of fast-and-furious rhythm games, the genre may not have taken off in the West, but one series stood out: Guitar Hero. Now, this iconic franchise is set to make a comeback on mobile devices, yet the announcement has hit a sour note. Activision's reveal was not through a trailer or a press release but via an AI-generated promotional image on Instagram. This decision has overshadowed the excitement for the revival, especially following the recent controversy over AI use in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

Details on what Guitar Hero Mobile will entail are scarce. The series did venture into mobile nearly two decades ago, as shown below, but fans are hoping for a more impressive return this time around.

Broken Strings

The AI-generated art used in the announcement has been widely criticized, with many pointing out its poor quality. Some speculate that it may not have been created using the latest image generation technology. This could spell trouble for Guitar Hero Mobile, especially with strong competition from games like Space Ape's popular BeatStar.

While the concept of Guitar Hero returning to mobile is thrilling and holds great potential, Activision's choice of announcement has dampened the enthusiasm. Despite the misstep, the idea of reviving this beloved franchise on mobile devices is promising.

In the meantime, if you're interested in exploring other major franchises that have successfully transitioned to mobile, check out the top 9 Final Fantasy games available on smartphones.