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Guitar Hero: On Tour (Nintendo DS) | 
| From: Activision
Category: Video Games
List Price: £44.99
Buy New: £29.98
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Avg. Customer Rating:  19 reviews
Sales Rank: 104
Platform: Nintendo Ds
Media: Video Game
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 5.2 x 4.5 x 2.1
EAN: 5030917054440
ASIN: B0017KXK0O
Release Date: July 18, 2008
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually dispatched within 24 hours
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Guitar Hero is already one of the biggest games ever on home consoles, but can it really be made to work on a portable like the DS? A lot of effort has certainly gone into ensuring it does, with the Guitar Hero - On Tour coming bundled with a special “Guitar Grip” attachment of four plastic fret buttons.
 There might be only four fret buttons, but the game can be as hard as ever |  Blow into the microphone to put out a fire during an axe battle |  Guitar Duels work a lot better than the boss battles in Guitar Hero III | With the Guitar Grip in place, you hold the game horizontally and watch as the notes you have to play scroll down on the top screen. You then have to press the appropriate fret buttons and strum along on the touchscreen with the included plectrum shaped stylus. It’s a clever way to get around the fact that there’s no actual guitar controller, but watch how long you play, or you may get a case of hand cramp. You'll also want a set of headphones for maximum sound quality. No, Guitar Hero - On Tour isn't quite the same as jamming in your living room with a full guitar controller. But for the Guitar Hero-fan on the move though, this is as good as it gets. Key Features - Fingertip control: The Guitar Grip attachment and plectrum stylus recreate the full Guitar Hero experience a lot better than some might have expected.
- All the hits: Guitar Hero - On Tour includes 26 licensed tracks, almost all of which are master recordings, from bands including Smash Mouth, Santana, and ZZ Top.
- Familiar faces: Single-player career mode works just like on the home console games with familiar rock personas including Axel Steel and Judy Nails.
- Battle of the bands: An enhanced version of the battle mode from Guitar Hero III has you putting out flaming notes by blowing into the microphone or signing autographs as you play.
- Join a jam: Play with or against a friend in wireless mode as you jam together or take part in your own guitar duel.
About the Developer: Vicarious Visions
Founded by two brothers while they were still in school, Vicarious Visions made its name with PC space-combat sim Terminus and went on to become one of the most prolific portable developers in the United States before being acquired by Activision in 2005.
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 shame September 6, 2008
0 out of 7 found this review helpful
i loved this game to bits but as it so happens i lost the guitar hero on tour ds cartridge and cannot find it anywhere that is a down fall of the ds they make the cartridges to small but its not the ds fault u see i have all my old cartridges in my ds cases this dosent all it has is a stupid small case that a cammra memory card goes in so there fore its the makes fault not supplying a proper case
 This. Game. Rocks. August 26, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
What else can I say? Got Guitar Hero On Tour for my birthday and am having trouble putting it down! Yes, the controller isn't perfect, but apart from that I can't say a bad word about the game. I'm a girl who knows her way around a fret board and I am impressed with the quality of the tunes, graphics and gameplay. I've not played the game on other consoles, so I can't compare, but standing alone the DS version is fantastic and I would recommend it to just about anyone.
 Take your pick ! August 26, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I honestly thought people were joking when I heard Guitar hero was coming out for the DS. However my daughter (aged 12) being a big fan of the PS2 version bought it and loves it!
The game itself is as good as the PS2 version, with all the different modes and unlockables. The controller is excellent - a work of genius though sometimes I struggle with the yellow button, having long fingers! You need to get the strap nice and tight for best results. The "pick" is pretty cool too and stores safely in the back of the controller when not in use. I actually find it a bit easier to use than the guitar version.
It won't take the place of the big screen versions (the small display and low volume lessen the fun a bit) but GH fans who need their fix on the road (or at work!) will enjoy this.
If you can, RENT August 24, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Dont buy, rent.
Songlist is OK but too modern.
Guitar "Grip" kills your fingers
Only 4 buttons :O
To be honest..no. Not a good game.
Pricy but loads of fun. August 12, 2008
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
I bought this game having never played any other GH game and found it brilliant.
I understand why some reviewers found it uncomfortable to play, and that the grip can sometimes slide out of the slot. I found that pressing my left thumb against the right shoulder button (not used in game)prevents the grip from slipping as I'm holding the ds and the grip at the same time. I also found that when I have my thump in this position, it's comfortable to play and I can hit the able button easier.
If you take a little time to play around with holding the grip and finding what is comfortable for you, then you shouldn't have any problems with the game.
All in all it's a very addictive and fun game.
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