When it comes to fast-and-furious rhythm games, the genre may not have taken off in the West, but one title stood out: Guitar Hero. Now, this legendary franchise is set to return, and it's coming to mobile! However, the excitement surrounding this revival has been dampened by an awkward announcement from Activision.
The announcement, rather than being made through a trailer or press release, was shared via an AI-generated promotional image on Instagram. This move has drawn criticism, especially given the recent controversy over AI art in the reveal of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. The use of AI-generated art, which many have deemed substandard, has overshadowed the excitement for Guitar Hero's return.
Details about what Guitar Hero Mobile will look and sound like are scarce. Although the series previously appeared on mobile nearly two decades ago, fans are hoping for a more impressive iteration this time around.
The AI-generated image used for the announcement has been widely criticized for its poor quality, leading some to believe that Guitar Hero Mobile might struggle to gain traction, especially with competitors like Space Ape's BeatStar still thriving in the market.
While the idea of Guitar Hero returning to mobile is thrilling and holds immense potential, Activision's misstep with the announcement has cast a shadow over this much-anticipated release. Despite the excitement, the use of AI art has once again put Activision under scrutiny.
In the meantime, if you're interested in exploring other top franchises on mobile, check out the top 9 Final Fantasy games available on smartphones.
