Product Overview
- Product Name: Guitar Hero Encore: Rocks the 80's
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Good
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes:
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- PS2 Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type: OEM/Original*
- Extras:
Game Description
Guitar Hero Encore: Rocks the 80s cranks up the volume and rewinds time to the loud, outrageous decade of hair metal, neon lights, and arena anthems. Slip into your spandex and grab your plastic axe as you shred through an electrifying setlist featuring legends like Twisted Sister, Iron Maiden, Ratt, and more. With gameplay rooted in the original Guitar Hero engine, this encore edition brings retro rock to life with a pulse-pounding edge.
Whether you're powering through power ballads or tapping out searing solos, every venue bursts with ‘80s flair—from checkerboard stages to animated big hair avatars. Rocks the 80s is more than just a rhythm game—it’s a nostalgic trip back to an era when rock ruled the world.
Designed for use with the PlayStation 2 guitar controller, the game offers the most immersive experience when strumming along with the rhythm and performing note-perfect solos. However, players can also opt to use a standard PS2 controller, with fret and strum inputs mapped to face and shoulder buttons—though the guitar controller remains the preferred and most authentic way to play.
Gameplay Features
- Includes 30+ iconic 1980s tracks from bands like Scorpions, The Police, and Quiet Riot
- Classic Guitar Hero gameplay using the PS2-compatible guitar controller
- Also compatible with standard PlayStation 2 controllers
- All-new ‘80s-themed venues, character designs, and neon-fueled aesthetics
- Multiple difficulty levels for casual fans and hardcore shredders alike
- Fast-paced note charts designed to match the high-energy vibe of ‘80s rock
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Guitar Hero Encore: Rocks the 80s was the final entry in the franchise developed by Harmonix before development moved to Neversoft. Its condensed but memorable tracklist is a love letter to rock fans raised on cassette tapes and MTV, and it remains a collectible favorite for players who grew up dreaming of the stage spotlight in an era of Aquanet and leather jackets.
Additional Details
- Variant: Black Label
- Genre: Music & Party
- Year Released: 2007
- Publisher: Activision
- Developer: Harmonix
- ESRB Rating: T - Teen
- UPC: 047875950719
- SKU: 5297
- Format: Sony PlayStation 2 (PS2) video game disc
- Platform: Sony PlayStation 2 console (PS2 system)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
PS2 Game Disc Compatibility** (NTSC Region)
This chart shows which PlayStation systems support physical PS2 game discs:
| System | Supports PS2 Discs | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 2 | Yes | All models support PS2 discs (fat and slim) |
| PlayStation 3 | Varies by model |
|
| PlayStation 4 | No | PS2 discs are not supported |
| PlayStation 5 | No | PS2 discs are not supported |
| PlayStation 1 | No | PS2 discs are not supported |
** The 80GB PS3 (CECHExx) model supports approximately 70–75% of PS2 game discs via software emulation. Overall backwards compatibility may vary by title, console model, and region (NTSC focus here; PAL/other regions may differ). This chart is intended for quick reference only. Not all console models may be listed. For the latest accurate information, visit the official PlayStation website or sources like Wikipedia’s backward compatibility list for your specific PlayStation model.
Important Information
- *Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged. Listing above indicates if it's "OEM/Original" or "Aftermarket." Aftermarket cases typically differ in color &/or build quality from original PS2 cases. (See photos)
- Any online features (multiplayer, DLC, patches) may no longer be supported.
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