Guitar Hero 5 is a music rhythm game released in 2009 for the Nintendo Wii. Neversoft developed the title while Activision handled publishing duties. Players hold a guitar shaped controller and press colored fret buttons in time with notes that scroll down the screen. The Wii version supports motion controls for star power activation, letting players tilt the controller upward to boost their score. The setlist features 85 master tracks from artists like Bob Dylan, Coldplay, Kings of Leon, Nirvana, and Tom Petty. This entry marks a clear shift from previous games in the series because any combination of instruments can play together at any time. Two guitarists, two bassists, two drummers, or two vocalists can join the same session without restriction. The Party Play mode lets friends drop in and drop out of songs at any moment without breaking the music. The relaxed approach makes the game friendly for casual gatherings and serious players alike. Critics praised the game for its forgiving design and broad appeal at release.
Updated: Jun 22, 2026
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4.4 GB · Wii ROMs
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Specifications
| Platform | Wii ROMs |
|---|---|
| Genre | Multiplayer |
| File Size | 4.4 GB |
| Release Year | 2009 |
| Developer | Neversoft |
| Updated | Jun 22, 2026 |
Overview
Guitar Hero 5 is a music rhythm game released in 2009 for the Nintendo Wii. Neversoft developed the title while Activision handled publishing duties. Players hold a guitar shaped controller and press colored fret buttons in time with notes that scroll down the screen. The Wii version supports motion controls for star power activation, letting players tilt the controller upward to boost their score. The setlist features 85 master tracks from artists like Bob Dylan, Coldplay, Kings of Leon, Nirvana, and Tom Petty. This entry marks a clear shift from previous games in the series because any combination of instruments can play together at any time. Two guitarists, two bassists, two drummers, or two vocalists can join the same session without restriction. The Party Play mode lets friends drop in and drop out of songs at any moment without breaking the music. The relaxed approach makes the game friendly for casual gatherings and serious players alike. Critics praised the game for its forgiving design and broad appeal at release.
Career mode lets players form a band and tour through venues across the world, earning cash and stars to open new songs and challenges. The new Challenge system rewards skill with bronze, silver, gold, and platinum medals for completing special tasks such as hitting a streak target or scoring above a certain mark on a single track. RockFest mode brings competitive play with seven different rule sets, including Pro Face Off, Momentum, Elimination, and Do or Die. Up to four players can compete locally on the same Wii console, and online play supports band sessions and competitive matches with friends across the globe. Players can create their own characters in the Rock Star Creator, design custom guitars, and even compose original songs in the Music Studio for sharing online. The track variety covers rock, punk, metal, and pop styles from across five decades of music history. Guitar Hero 5 stands as a polished, party ready entry that delivers a fun and welcoming music game experience for all skill levels.