Guitar Hero Mobile Stumbles with AI Launch Announcement

In the world of fast-paced rhythm games, although the genre never quite hit the same high notes in the West, there was one standout exception: Guitar Hero. Now, this iconic franchise is set to make a comeback, and it's coming to the mobile platform! However, the announcement didn't strike the right chord with fans, as Activision stumbled right out of the gate.

The reveal wasn't accompanied by a trailer or a press release, but rather a noticeably AI-generated promotional image on Instagram. This move has once again drawn criticism for Activision, especially following another recent use of AI art in the reveal of Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. The use of AI-generated art has overshadowed what should have been a thrilling announcement for fans eagerly awaiting the revival of this legendary franchise.

As for what Guitar Hero Mobile will offer in terms of gameplay and features, details are scarce. While the series did make its way to mobile devices nearly two decades ago, as seen below, fans are hoping for a more impressive revival this time around.

As many have pointed out, the art used in the Guitar Hero Mobile announcement was subpar and possibly not even created with the latest image generators. This has led some to believe that Guitar Hero Mobile may struggle to gain traction, especially with strong competitors like Space Ape's popular BeatStar in the market.

While the idea of Guitar Hero returning and thriving on mobile is incredibly exciting, it's clear that Activision's choice of an AI-generated announcement image has struck a sour note. Despite the potential for success, this misstep has dampened the excitement surrounding the game's revival.

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