Guitar Hero 5 for the Sony PlayStation 3 is a music rhythm game belonging to the popular Guitar Hero series. Players simulate playing a guitar to rock and contemporary hits, hitting notes in-time with the music to score points and maintain a performance streak. This installment features a diverse setlist with 85 songs by 83 artists and allows players to jump in or out of songs mid-playthrough. Gamers can play solo or with friends in various multiplayer modes, including competitive and cooperative play. The game's genre is best described as a rhythm-based, music simulation experience.
