Beatles Rock Band Hits Stores

Posted on September 9, 2009

The Beatles Rock Band video game was released today for the PlayStation 3, Wii and Xbox 360. The game allows up to six people to play and sing along with the Beatles. Over forty hit Beatles songs are included in the game.

Reviewers have been very enthusiastic about the game. The New York Times writes that it may the most important game ever made because of the different generations it will appeal to. The Times story such most video game are "devoid of any connection to our actual life and times." The article accuses alien and zombie battle style games of lacking a "broader meaning."

The Beatles: Rock Band Limited Edition Premium Bundle retails for $249.99 and includes a Hofner bass controller and a Beatles drum controller. The game can also be purchased without the special controllers for $59.99. The $59.99 game will work with all Rock Band and most Guitar Hero controllers and microphones.

The CBS Early Show anchors tried out the new game together. They look like they were having a lot of fun. Here is the official trailer:

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