20 August 2009, Australia \u2013 Harmonix Music Systems, the leading developer of music-based games, and MTV Games, a part of Viacom?s MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B), along with distribution partner Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: ERTS) have confirmed that The Beatles\u2122: Rock Band\u2122 will hit Australian shores on the 9 September 2009 as previously announced, in keeping with the worldwide simultaneous release date. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: Rock Band Limited Edition Premium Bundle (including a large scale replica of the H\u00f6fner bass controller famously used by Sir Paul McCartney, a Ringo Starr inspired and Ludwig-branded Rock Band 2 drum set, microphone, microphone stand, game software and special game accessories) will be available for PlayStation\u00ae3, Xbox 360\u00ae and Wii\u2122 for $369.99 through JB Hi Fi, Dick Smith, Gamesmen and GAME. <\/p>\n
Furthermore, The Beatles: Rock Band software (which can be used with existing all Rock Band instrument controllers, as well as most Guitar Hero\u00ae and other authorised third-party music video game peripherals and microphones) will be made available via all leading game retailers nationwide on PlayStation\u00ae3 and Xbox 360\u00ae for $89.99 and Wii\u2122 for $79.99. <\/p>\n
With fans across the country already gearing up for the true \u2018Limited Edition\u2019 experience, pre-ordering is already taking place, and is recommended for enthusiasts wanting to avoid disappointment. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: Rock Band allows Australian fans to pick up the guitar, bass, mic or drums to experience The Beatles\u2019 extraordinary catalogue of music through gameplay that takes players on a journey through the legacy and evolution of the band\u2019s legendary career. From the early touring days in 1963 Liverpool to the immortal, final performance on the Apple Corps rooftop, fans can follow in The Fab Four\u2019s footsteps as they traverse the globe during the height of Beatlemania. <\/p>\n
For the first time in a music videogame, The Beatles: Rock Band introduces three-part vocal harmonies to gameplay, allowing players to revel in the unparalleled vocal stylings of The Beatles. <\/p>\n
As previously announced, the entire Abbey Road album will be available for future download purchase. In addition, \u201cAll You Need Is Love\u201d will be released Sept.9, 2009, exclusively through Xbox LIVE for a limited time as a downloadable song for The Beatles: Rock Band, with all Apple Corps Ltd, MTV Games, Harmonix and Microsoft proceeds benefitting Doctors Without Borders\/M\u00e9decins Sans Fronti\u00e8res (MSF). <\/p>\n
In conjunction with the release of the entire, original, digitally re-mastered Beatles CD catalogue, The Beatles: Rock Band will be available Sept. 9, 2009, simultaneously worldwide in North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and other territories for the Xbox\u00ae360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION\u00ae3 computer entertainment system from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI), and the Wii\u2122 system from Nintendo. The game will be compatible with all Rock Band instrument controllers, as well as most Guitar Hero\u00ae and other authorised third-party music video game peripherals and microphones. <\/p>\n
The Beatles: Rock Band marks the first time that Apple Corps, along with EMI Music, Harrisongs Ltd, and Sony\/ATV Music Publishing, has agreed to present The Beatles music in an interactive video game format. The Beatles: Rock Band will be published by MTV Games and developed by Harmonix, the world\u2019s premier music video game company and creators of the best-selling Rock Band. Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: ERTS) will serve as distribution partner for the game. In addition, Giles Martin, co-producer of The Beatles innovative LOVE album project, is providing his expertise and serving as Music Producer for this groundbreaking Beatles project.<\/p>\n
For more information on The Beatles: Rock Band, as well as art and video assets, please visit http:\/\/www.thebeatlesrockband.com\/press. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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