RedOctane's follow-up to the critically acclaimed rhythm game. Guitar Hero II features a brand-new and expanded track list, more venues and new play modes, and aims to rock longer and harder than its predecessor. RedOctane has once again teamed up with veteran music game developer Harmonix for the sequel, and is using famed recording studio WaveGroup for its music production, who also recorded the covers for the licensed tracks in the original Guitar Hero. The game's all-important track list encompasses all forms of rock and metal music including classic rock, "hair metal", heavy metal, modern rock and alternative rock. In total, Guitar Hero II features more than 55 songs. New modes include a multiplayer co-op mode where players can play not only the lead guitar track, but rhythm or bass as well, allowing players to take on two different sections of the song simultaneously. Supports the Guitar Hero SG controller.

Guitar Hero 2 AU Review - Australia, November 23, 2006
Rocking out harder than ever.

Guitar Hero II UK Review - UK, November 17, 2006
In the spirit of rock, we go deep inside Harmonix's Guitar Hero sequel, drink beer and do a star-jump at the end of every sentence.

Guitar Hero II Review - November 3, 2006
RedOctane and Harmonix deliver a killer encore that cannot be missed.

Gear: React Wireless Guitar Controller - December 12, 2006
Will this wireless knock-off make you sound like Hendrix or your little brother's garage band?

Gear: *TAC Freedom V Guitar Hero Controller Review - July 7, 2006
A wireless axe for hot Guitar Hero action. We used it hard like a groupie. How does she play?

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Guitar Hero 2 Updated Impressions - August 28, 2006
We rock the Penny Arcade Expo like a 5-ton boulder.

Guitar Hero II Update - June 16, 2006
Harmonix sets out to rock the gaming world. Again. All-new gameplay videos included!

E3 2006: Guitar Hero II Hands-on - May 10, 2006
We rocked E3 like it's never been rocked before.

Pre-E3 2006: Guitar Hero II Hands-on - May 5, 2006
Plug in, tune up and get ready to freakin' rock once again.

Insider: IGN Insider's Desktop Series - January 31, 2007
Custom-made wallpapers for your favorite games.

Games: Blog Topic of the Week - January 18, 2007
Are you a Guitar Hero?

PS2 2006 Year in Review - December 19, 2006
We look back at what may be the PlayStation 2's last great year.

Game of the Month: November 2006 - November 30, 2006
What can we say? It's time to rock out!

Swinging With Party Starters - Australia, November 28, 2006
Sony's range of instant-parties goes under the microscope.

Insider Video Features: Guitar Hero 2: Freebird - November 6, 2006
It is possible to complete Freebird on expert difficulty. Watch as Craig shows you how.

Guitar Hero II Hands-On - Australia, October 17, 2006
We hit the frets and fire off our musings.

Guitar Hero Developer Speaks - UK, September 25, 2006
Harmonix CEO chats about the company's recent acquisition by MTV.

The PS2 Games of Fall 2006 - September 1, 2006
Is there life still left in Sony's current-gen console? You bet there is.

Gear: *TAC's Crazy Guitar Hero Controllers - June 30, 2006
A 4th of July Gear preview that could only come from IGN.

Games: Pre-E3 2006 Podcast - May 4, 2006
The IGN editors discuss the conferences, the games, the rumors, the hardware, the booth babes, and the chaos that is E3.

Music: Guitar Hero II Fantasy Play List Revisited - April 19, 2006
Now that it's official we thought we'd show you our picks (again).

Guitar Hero II Interview - April 17, 2006
We blow the doors off the sequel to the most rockin' game to ever hit the PS2.

Guitar Hero Changing its Tune? - UK, January 18, 2007
New "Villain" instrumental games trademarked by Activision.

Guitar Hero II Unlock All Songs PAL Cheat! - Australia, January 16, 2007
Turn your copy up to 11.

Xbox 360: Best-Selling Games: December 2006 - January 11, 2007
Game industry totals $12.5 billion in 2006.

Wii: Best-Selling Games: December 2006 - January 11, 2007
Game industry totals $12.5 billion in 2006.

A Merry Christmas for Videogames - January 4, 2007
GameStop sales spike over holidays.

Best-Selling Games: November 2006 - December 8, 2006
With three next-gen systems to choose from, PS2 still dominates the charts.

Selling Like Hotcakes - December 6, 2006
Analyst predicts big boost in software sales from last November.

Guitar Hero II Compatible with PS3? - November 10, 2006
We plug and attempt to rock - find out if we were asked for an encore.

Guitar Hero II on PS3: There's Hope - November 6, 2006
Radio Shack and others seem to already have the solution.

Guitar Hero II Rocks Out - November 6, 2006
The highly-anticipated sequel is in stores tomorrow.

Music: Dave Navarro Loves Guitar Hero II - November 2, 2006
Meet the infamous Janes Addiction/RHCP/Panic Channel guitarist this coming Monday in LA.

The Lust List: 10/23/06 - October 23, 2006
This week's List is full of hot Wii on 360 action.

Guitar Hero II Final Tracklist Revealed - October 9, 2006
It's official: From Aerosmith to the Rolling Stones to RATM, all 40 licensed tracks unveiled.

MTV to Buy Harmonix - September 22, 2006
Guitar Hero's creators join the big Viacom family.

Guitar Hero to Rock All Consoles - September 20, 2006
Because Nintendo and Microsoft fans have as much right to head bang as anyone.

Guitar Hero 2 Rocks and Rolls Out New Tracks - UK, September 4, 2006
RedOctane confirms 12 more classics for its fret-shredding sequel.

New Guitar Hero II Tracks Announced - July 30, 2006
RedOctane loves the '80s and '90s.

Guitar Hero II Song Leaked? - July 5, 2006
This time it comes from a suitably rocking, but impetuous source.

E3 2006: Rock Out with Primus on Guitar Hero II - May 10, 2006
A lonely boy finds peace in fishing and Guitar Hero II

Activision to Buy RedOctane - May 9, 2006
Everyone loves Guitar Hero. Activision is no exception.

Pre-E3 2006: Guitar Hero II First Tracks Revealed - May 4, 2006
RedOctane samples a few of the sequel's massive song list.

Guitar Hero II Wants You - April 27, 2006
People need something to shred, and it may as well be your song.

Guitar Hero II Officially Announced - April 17, 2006
Get ready for an encore.

Games: Guitar Hero II Partners with Music Companies - November 2, 2006
The rock 'n roll videogame will feature a multitude of real life music companies.

Games: RedOctane Unveils Guitar Hero Wireless Guitar Controller - October 27, 2006
Aspiring Rock Stars Now Able to Perform Their Sets Unplugged

Games: RedOctane Launches Official Guitar Hero II Community Website - October 24, 2006
Fans to Now Enjoy Updated News and Information on Guitar Hero II

Games: Viacom's MTV Networks To Acquire Harmonix Music Systems, Inc. For MTV - September 22, 2006
MTV To Expand Music-Based Offerings By Adding Creator Of PS2 Hit Guitar Hero And Other Top-Selling Music Gaming Franchises

Games: The Ant Commandos (TAC) Files Counter Claim Against RedOctane and Activision - September 21, 2006
The company takes issue with the publishers of Guitar Hero.

Games: Those About to Rock With Guitar Hero II, We Salute You - April 18, 2006
Sequel to Award-Winning Music Videogame to Be Unveiled at E3.