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 criticism, overshadowing the excitement for this anticipated revival. The announcement, made via a single Instagram image, lacks details about the game's features and gameplay.
While Guitar Hero previously had a mobile presence almost two decades ago (see image below), this new iteration aims for a more impressive experience. However, the poorly executed AI art used in the announcement has sparked concerns, particularly given Activision's past controversies regarding AI art in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. The quality of the image has led many to believe the game might struggle to gain traction, especially with strong competitors like BeatStar already established in the mobile rhythm game market.
Despite the initial misstep, the potential for a successful Guitar Hero mobile game remains high. However, Activision's questionable announcement strategy casts a shadow over the project's prospects. For those interested in exploring other successful mobile adaptations of popular franchises, a look at the top 9 Final Fantasy mobile games might be worthwhile.