
WorthPlaying writes: "Poor little Band Hero didn't get a very warm welcome when it was announced. A harsh gaming community threw up a collective "screw you" at the game just trying to appeal to every Guitar Hero fan's younger sister. Most expected little more than a stripped-down version of Guitar Hero 5 that wouldn't be anywhere near cool enough for the hardcore rocker. It's true that Band Hero won't satisfy the dedicated shredders, but it does offer an experience that's certainly on par with every other title in the Hero franchise."

Tuesday Morning stores are now carrying the Band Hero big bundles, which include the game, guitar, mic and drum kit, for $29.99. Considering they were $159.99 four years ago, I'd say it's an interesting deal.

IGN - The lawsuit between Activision and No Doubt over Band Hero has been settled. According to court records, No Doubt reached a settlement with Activision on Monday, ending the lawsuit that has been running for years.
They seemed pretty jolly & proud in the behind the scenes videos. It's pathetic how this is the ONLY band to sue over this,,,,, Ozzy, Aerosmith, Metallica, Lemmy, Slash, Van Halen, Nirvana all seem perfectly contempt. I would sue too :/ I mean if i was them then there's No doubt i'd have like no money either (pun intended).

XMNR: Newegg launched a new batch of weekend game deals on Friday, August 17 including a $20 discount on NCAA Football 13 and clearance prices on games like Dead Island and the Band Hero Band Kit.