Product Comparison: Guitar Hero vs. Open Mic

The big decision for gamers making out their holiday wish lists this year is whether to ask for Guitar Hero® III: Legends of Rock by Activision or Open Mic Hero® IV: Buskers of Folk by Lomax.

Both allow you to channel your inner musician fantasies in a variety of venues. Both feature online multi-player modes and wireless guitar controllers for each platform. But while Guitar Hero III boasts flashier graphics, Open Mic Hero IV is the clear winner in this battle of the bands. Open Mic Hero lets you live the dream of performing at an open mic night. Every detail is there from the emcee who mispronounces your name, to the broken G string. You can now choose between various modes including microphone feedback, forgotten lyrics, and drunken heckler. My favorite is banter mode which lets you explain what inspired each song. If you like your ‘virtual reality’ heavy on reality, put Open Mic Hero IV on your holiday wish list.