
This week, we bid a fond farewell to the Guitar Hero franchise. Sure, it might be back someday - rebuilt, better than it was before - but for now we have to presume the worst (R.I.P.) and be pleasantly surprised if Activision eventually resurrects the series.
To honor its passing, we have two versions of the game that marked the series' departure from the original winning formula and focused mostly on just one band. Yes, we're talking Guitar Hero: Aerosmith. It's a matter of debate whether this move breathed new life into the game or started it on its present decline.
Either way, you can win one of two copies. Pick your platform (Xbox 360 or PS2) and pay your respects!
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Thanks and for the 360 version.
also tweeted at @genxsis83
360 Version sounds nice. And tweeted http://twitter.com/HTR_Ativan/status/36109456236490752
360 version here
@starkeee is my Twitter
thanks!
Entering for the 360 version. Tweeted at @auxtek72
Thanks.
well i'm also here for the 360 version. good luck everyone :)
Playing for Xbox 360 version.
For me, the series died whenever DLC became mainstream. Blah.
I'm in for the Xbox 360 version.
360 Version sounds good!
Thanks!
playing for xbox 360. thanks for the contest
also tweeted as @dwb6
Entering for xbox 360
Hoping for the PS2 version here. Man, the end of an era. It does seem like they came out not that long ago.
Best, and keep on blogging.
Interested in the PS2 version. Thanks for the contest!
In for GHA (PS2)
Twitter - @Andami
Goodbye Guitar Hero! I'll enter for the 360 version, I'm curious to see how many will enter for the PS2 though. As always, thanks for the opportunity. =)
Entering for the 360 version of Guitar Hero Aerosmith and my twitter is @Slash316. Thanks for the opportunity to win a game!
Sad to see the guitar hero franchise go. 360 version, please.
Twitter: @CaptainQuiet
In for Xbox 360 version. Good luck to all. Thanks for the contest.
I'll enter for the PS2 version since I already have 3 versions of Guitar Hero on the 360.
Tweeted as @ropes
Playing for 360 version.
Glad to finally see Activision put this series to rest. Talk about beating a dead horse eh? In other news, Good Ridance to DJ Hero. That was a joke. Eulogy for DJ HERO : "Ahhem...... *Farts*.... Thank you"
@Darklurkr23 tweeted message!
My first year of college was filled with Guitar Hero memories,sad to see it go. 360 version please!
Twitter: @arahal88
I'd be interested in the Xbox 360 version. I'm @alee67 on Twitter and I also tweeted here: http://twitter.com/#!/alee67/status/36354372971536384
Playing for 360, too bad there won't be any new versions.
In for the 360 version. Thanks as always!
360 version
Had some good and bad memories with this series. I guess when you limit yourself to just one instrument you were asking for it. Who wants a band with 4 guitar/bass players? An awesome one?
I'd love the 360 version!
I'll enter for the PS2 Version for my sister. She loves to relax with Guitar Hero, Hasn't stepped up to 360, and likes Aerosmith. :)
Twitter and iTunes also OnyxPrimal
I'm in for the 360 version
The 360 version
working for 360 version of the game. twitter name is WhenCornAttacks. hope to win! :D
playing and wishing for 360 version!
This week's winners:
PS2 version: 11. Angel
360 version: 22. James
Congrats!