When it comes to fast-and-furious rhythm games, the genre may not have taken off in the West, but there was one monumental exception: Guitar Hero. Now, this legendary franchise is set to make a triumphant return, and what's more exciting is that it's coming to mobile devices! However, Activision's announcement has stumbled right out of the gate, much like a performer taking a misstep during a live show.
Instead of a dynamic trailer or a detailed press release, the announcement was made via a blatantly AI-generated promotional image on Instagram. This choice has unfortunately overshadowed the much-anticipated revival of the franchise. The use of AI art has once again put Activision under scrutiny, especially following a similar issue with Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.
As for what Guitar Hero Mobile will entail, details are sparse. Although the series did venture into mobile nearly two decades ago, as seen below, fans are eagerly anticipating something remarkable this time around.
The art used in the announcement has been widely criticized for its poor quality, possibly even being generated by outdated AI tools. This has led many to worry that Guitar Hero Mobile might be "dead on arrival," especially with strong competition like Space Ape's popular BeatStar.
While the idea of Guitar Hero returning to mobile is thrilling and holds immense potential, it's hard to ignore that Activision has once again misstepped despite the franchise's promising future.
In the meantime, if you're interested in exploring how other major franchises have fared on mobile platforms, consider checking out the top 9 Final Fantasy games available on smartphones.
