Answers to frequently asked questions about Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock, covering song unlocks, controller compatibility, gameplay mechanics, and more.
This section addresses common questions regarding Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock, including song unlocks, gameplay mechanics, and console-specific details.
Q: "I heard somewhere there was going to be a Velvet Revolver song in GH3?"
A: Yes, but it's on the X-Box 360. However, Slash recorded a special track for GH3 on all consoles.
Q: "What are those lit up notes that look bigger than the rest?"
A: These are notes that can be played using Hammer-Ons (HO) or Pull-Offs (PO). They appear close to other notes but are not chords. Refer to the HO and PO section of this guide for more details.
Q: "Will the GH2 or GH1 controllers work for GH3?"
A: Yes, Guitar Hero 1 and 2 controllers are compatible with Guitar Hero 3.
Q: "Why can't I play The Devil Went Down to Georgia on Quick Play or Multiplayer?"
A: Similar to Slash's and Tom's Boss Battle songs, Lou's Boss Battle Song cannot be played in Quick Play or Multiplayer modes.
Q: "How do I beat ____ on ____ mode?"
A: Primarily, practice the sections you find difficult. Using Hammer-Ons or Pull-Offs is not mandatory. For fast sections, practice strumming both up and down. Save Star Power for critical moments and revisit the tutorials if you struggle with specific techniques.
Q: "How do I use a bass guitar in career?"
A: Bass guitars are exclusively for Co-op Career mode. You can also select to play bass in practice mode.
Q: "I heard you can get Bret Michaels as your singer?"
A: Yes, Bret Michaels can be unlocked using a cheat code, though this cheat is not available on the PS2 version.
Q: "After I beat career mode, and all the songs in it including bosses, it still shows up that I've only beaten 41 out of 42 songs?"
A: If you do not watch the credits, the song count will remain at 41. Completing the game and then playing the song without a rock meter or points (Through the Fire and Flames) will bring the total to 42.
Q: "Will perfecting a song give more money than 5-Starring a song?"
A: No, but 5-Starring a song yields more in-game money than 4-Starring one.
Q: "Does the unlock songs code work in multiplayer, too?"
A: It is believed that the unlock songs code functions in multiplayer modes.
Q: "One question, will the analog controller for the PS2 work for GH3?"
A: Yes, the analog controller for PS2 is compatible. Use the L and R buttons along with Circle or X.
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