The only real cuss word is " h " , one character is skimpily dressed . But teaches coordination !
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Guitar Hero II
(2006, Video Games - Music, Rated T, Play it on: PlayStation 2)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 12; suggested age 10. -
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Common Sense says
Rock-'n'-roll party returns, better than ever.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 10–12
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of Guitar Hero II was written by Chris Jozefowicz
Parents need to know that the songs in this game include sexual euphemism and drinking and drug references, and some of the game takes place in bars. Some profanity has been edited out of the songs, but kids will still hear "hell." Most of the songs are from well-known commercial bands, and the game promotes a guitar store and guitar gear. The game is best played with the special guitar-shaped controller, which adds to the price.
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What’s the Story?
As in the first game, the appeal of GUITAR HERO II comes from the air-guitar-meets-karaoke thrills players get when jamming to some great rock-'n'-roll songs. Although the game can be played with a standard Playstation 2 controller, to get the full experience it is best to purchase a version that includes a guitar shaped controller ($80 versus $50 without the controller). Gameplay involves strumming the controller and pushing fret buttons in time to the music. The new cooperative mode lets two players tackle one song, with one player on lead guitar and the second player on bass or rhythm guitar, depending on the song.
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Is It Any Good?
The Guitar Hero formula is so much fun that even if a sequel were nothing but a collection of new songs, it would still be worth playing. With two guitar controllers, Guitar Hero II is one of the most fun party games in ages. Single players will find a great new addition in the practice mode: On higher difficulty setting, the songs become very difficult. This time around, the songs even seem a bit faster on easier levels, making the game a potential challenge to new players.
Here's the bottom line: Guitar Hero II is just as much of a blast as the original. Players who missed the first game will find the sequel to be a friendly game even for the musically challenged, thanks to the practice mode. And players who already have the first game and have friends to play with may wish to consider spending a bit more for a second controller to go with the new game. Long live rock 'n' roll!
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Released on 11/21/2006, price $79.99, not online enabled
ESRB rating: T (for Lyrics)
ESRB rating: T (for Lyrics)
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 4 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate sexual content
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Easy to play
GREAT!
- I rate this title on for age 11 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Safety isn't an issue
BEST OUT OF THE GUITAR HERO SERIES!!!
this is the best of the best of the guitar hero series
- I rate this title iffy for age 7 and give it
Unlike the first game, this one has iffy stuff in it
This game is great with better covers, co-op and everything. But even the first song is "Shout at the devil" but that's not the worst, Izzy Sparks has a pentagram going down his notes highway. Some iffy stuff for ages 6 and below.
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
Number two in the series.
A great selection of songs for those who like older rock (and some newer but mainly older). I think there is cussing in like one song but thats it. So I'm going to have to say eight and older. Maybe even 9.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give it
The best guitar hero game in the series.
Only two words can describe why this is the best of the soon-to-be 7 games in the guitar hero series. FREE BIRD. It is the very last song in career mode. Sure, some songs on there may have language that might offend but you are too busy to pay attention to the notes. So, if you dont want your kid to like another kind of music other than kiddie rock or Rap, get him/her a guitar hero game, like this one.
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