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Old 10-24-15, 05:33 AM
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

If you ever exported the original Rock Band into Rock Band 2, you'll be fine with at least that first game.
Old 10-24-15, 07:31 AM
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

Yeah, I did do that, so that's better than nothing.
Old 10-25-15, 01:26 PM
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

I'm sure you can find/borrow a quick RB3 disc to do the RB2 export. You might even be able to trick the system into allowing you to purchase the $15 export for RB3 if it believes you have a "verified purchase".
Old 10-26-15, 09:13 AM
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

Celebrate the 80s With New Rock Band(TM) 4 Tracks From Depeche Mode, INXS, and Naked Eyes

BOSTON, Oct. 26, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Harmonix is excited to announce today that a selection of classic 80s tracks will be coming to the Rock Band™ 4 Music Store this Tuesday, October 27th for Xbox One and PlayStation®4, including music from Depeche Mode, INXS, and Naked Eyes.

Rock Band 4 players can celebrate the 80s with these classic tracks, starting with Depeche Mode’s “People Are People,” the group’s first breakout single in the United States, release in 1984. INXS’s 1985 Billboard Hot 100 hit “What You Need” will also be added to the Rock Band Music Store. Finally, Naked Eyes’ popular 1980s take on the catchy “Always Something There To Remind Me” rounds out this week’s Music Store releases.

Each track can be purchased individually for $1.99.
Old 10-26-15, 09:19 AM
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

Can someone confirm that Keyboard is still not an instrument in RB4?
Old 10-26-15, 09:20 AM
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

Someone will check the file sizes of these songs, see that they're bigger than the usual DLC, then future keyboard support will be confirmed.
Old 10-26-15, 10:07 AM
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<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ROarF2KybFg" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

That video, especially for 'Always Something', really showcases how the keys are missing.
Old 10-26-15, 10:23 AM
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

Oh, geez, I'll get all three of those.
Old 10-26-15, 11:14 AM
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

I hate Depeche Mode (and especially that particular song) the way you guys probably hate Justin Bieber.

I'll buy that INXS track though.
Old 10-27-15, 07:11 AM
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

Originally Posted by chuckd21
Someone will check the file sizes of these songs, see that they're bigger than the usual DLC, then future keyboard support will be confirmed.
Adding KBs is a major update in the core game at this point. Its more than just adding it to DLC. All the animations and interactions, highways, and tours would have to be re-coded for keys. Plus everyone wants online added for some reason immediately. Millions of dollars just to add in the code and infrastructure and upkeep just for that convenience to hear random 15 year olds spam you with the latest from AX7.

I hope they are forward thinking enough to at least rip the KB track of these songs while they have the masters.

In 6-8 months when crickets are starting to chirp in RockBandLand then they would at least have options to bring in updated tracks, a new instrument, a 5th player, new KB techniques, new tours and challenges, etc.
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

I don't think it's as big of a deal as you make it sound but, yeah, it's definitely more work than it's worth at this (and probably every) point. I think most people would prefer they do a full 88-key simulation going forward but that's a pipe dream, regardless of screen real estate. Maybe a horizontal track with the actual notes & chords and not the arcade-y gem track we're used to.
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

Originally Posted by pinata242
I think most people would prefer they do a full 88-key simulation going forward but that's a pipe dream
Cause the Pro-Guitar was such a booming success? HMX should totally listen to the 7 people who bought those to guide their roadmap for Keys and other instruments...
Old 10-27-15, 09:51 AM
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

I bought a pro guitar -- and made a five friggin' hour round trip to pick it up too! -- and even I think that's better left in the dust.

I don't know about a full 88 keys for the keyboard, but I do wish it had at least a third octave. I'd love to have keys back, but I'm not holding my breath or anything, and I wouldn't be crushed if it never happens again.
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

Originally Posted by redbill
Cause the Pro-Guitar was such a booming success? HMX should totally listen to the 7 people who bought those to guide their roadmap for Keys and other instruments...
Old 10-27-15, 10:00 AM
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

The biggest complaint about the keyboard was the awkward sliding and octave mapping. It confused real players with a dumbed-down version and confused the wannabe players with an unnatural experience.

I didn't say it was a viable option, I merely said that if they're going to add it, they need to approach it differently.
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I feel that a better and bigger collaboration between HMX and the instrument manufacturers that focuses on the professional aspect would be a great solution. You don't need to build odd 5-lane toy instruments to try an ween the majority of medium players to real instruments. This is what failed in RB3.

Collaborate and get some universal interface (like the MPA) that you plug into existing professional instruments. Gamify learning and teaching music to the next generation with real instruments and sheet music standards using the RB4 platform.

Those interested will pay for a real Pro upgrade if it was done right.
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

The interim patch is coming November 2nd.
Old 10-27-15, 01:05 PM
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

Originally Posted by pinata242
Sad that series doesn't do better, I'm a fan.

Though I did wait until the PS4 version was $39 w/ cable to upgrade
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

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I bought a pro guitar -- and made a five friggin' hour round trip to pick it up too! -- and even I think that's better left in the dust.
do you keep in touch with the other 6?
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

Originally Posted by RichC2
Sad that series doesn't do better, I'm a fan.

Though I did wait until the PS4 version was $39 w/ cable to upgrade
It's a great tool. And I'm really surprised (and extremely happy) that they're still putting out DLC week after week! Hell, today they (Rocksmith) released my most wanted song for Rock Band.



Yes, I know there's a RB custom for it, but HMX really should've made this official DLC. It sounds like it would've been a blast for all types of plastic instruments.
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

After I finished up playing the new DLC last night I got a notification there was a game update (XB1) that needed to be installed.

After after the update finished, I restarted RB4...but I couldn't tell what had changed. I assume it's probably something to do with updated legacy DLC but I don't know for sure.

Anyone know more than I do on this one?
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

Is it possible MS approved and pushed the 11/2 "Interim Patch" early? Those patch notes are widely available and linked just a few posts up.
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

Originally Posted by pinata242
Is it possible MS approved and pushed the 11/2 "Interim Patch" early? Those patch notes are widely available and linked just a few posts up.
It's definitely possible. I didn't think to check and see if there were changes that matched up with the 11/2 update. I'll take a look when I get home.

I didn't see anyone else on any RB-related forum mention noticing any updates so I don't really know what to think!
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Re: Rock Band 4 (XB1/PS4, 2015)

It might have been an update for a single piece of DLC. I get those on occasion.

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