Guitar Hero is coming to mobile, and stumbles out the block with AI announcement

Guitar Hero Mobile is officially coming to mobile devices, but the announcement has been met with mixed reactions. Activision's use of AI-generated art for the reveal has drawn significant criticism, overshadowing the excitement surrounding the game's return. This isn't the first time Activision has faced backlash for using AI art; a similar controversy surrounded Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

The lack of concrete details about Guitar Hero Mobile's gameplay and visuals further dampens anticipation. While the franchise has seen mobile releases in the past (nearly two decades ago), the current announcement offers little insight into what players can expect from this revival. The below image showcases a previous mobile iteration:

The AI-generated promotional image has been widely criticized for its poor quality, raising concerns about the game's overall production value. This negative perception, coupled with the strong competition from established rhythm games like BeatStar, suggests a potentially rocky launch for Guitar Hero Mobile.

Despite the initial setbacks, the potential for a successful Guitar Hero mobile game remains. However, Activision's missteps with the announcement have undoubtedly cast a shadow over the project's prospects.

For fans interested in exploring other successful mobile adaptations of popular franchises, a look at the top 9 Final Fantasy mobile games might be worthwhile.