Rocksmith 2014 Edition: Remastered
Remaster
RELEASED
9.2
Oct 4, 2016
PC (Microsoft Windows)Xbox One+1byUbisoft San Francisco•Ubisoft Entertainment
Part of: Rocksmith 2014
Overview:|
As a remaster of the 2014 music simulator, this version enhances the core gameplay loop: learning guitar or bass by playing along to real music via a connected instrument. It adapts difficulty based on your skill, teaching everything from single notes to advanced techniques. This edition maintains the original's structure but features technical polish and includes six free bonus songs, such as "Suspicious Minds" and "Hey Ya!". It remains faithful to the original's educational focus for PC and Xbox One players.
This title is a significant update to the 2014 iteration of the music simulator series, functioning specifically as a remaster released in 2016. It retains the core premise: providing an interactive, real-time learning environment for guitar and bass players. The atmosphere is focused entirely on musical practice and performance, adapting its interface and challenges directly to the user's skill level, whether they are just starting out or are already proficient.
Core Gameplay and Learning Mechanics
The central mechanic involves connecting a real electric guitar or bass to the console or PC via a proprietary cable (sold separately or bundled). The game then displays notes scrolling across the screen, mirroring standard music notation but tailored for fretboard visualization. Players must accurately replicate these notes, chords, and techniques in real-time to progress. The system dynamically adjusts the difficulty, ensuring that learning remains paced to the individual user's ability.
The experience covers a wide spectrum of musical instruction, ranging from fundamental single notes and basic chord shapes up through advanced techniques like bends, slides, and complex solos. It is designed as a simulator, prioritizing accurate, responsive feedback for learning real instruments rather than abstract rhythm gaming.
What Makes This Remaster Different From the Original?
This version is fundamentally a modernization and enhancement of the 2014 release. While the core learning structure and vast library of licensed music remain largely preserved, the remaster focuses on technical polish and quality-of-life updates. These improvements generally include visual fidelity enhancements, audio optimization, and modernizing the user interface to better suit the newer hardware platforms it supports.
The fundamental direction—teaching real instrument skills—is faithful to the original design.
Added Content in the Update
A notable addition upon the release of this remastered edition was the inclusion of six free bonus songs integrated into the package. These tracks offer immediate access to new material for all owners of this version:
- "Three Little Birds" by Bob Marley & The Wailers
- "Suspicious Minds" by Elvis Presley
- "Some Nights" by FUN.
- "I Want You Back" by Jackson 5
- "Hey Ya!" by Outkast
- "Drops of Jupiter" by Train
Content Availability and Longevity
As a simulator focused on real-world instrument practice, the longevity of the experience is heavily tied to its downloadable content library. This specific edition features at least one primary DLC package available for purchase, which expands the available song catalog beyond the base tracks.
What platforms can I play this music simulator on?
This title is available on PC (Microsoft Windows) and Xbox One.
Game Details
Primary Name: Rocksmith 2014 Edition: Remastered
Alternative Names:
Rocksmith® 2014 Edition REMASTERED LEARN & PLAY (Alternative title)
Rocksmith2014.exe (Windows Executable)
Type: Remaster
Part of: Rocksmith 2014
Developer: Ubisoft San Francisco
Publisher: Ubisoft Entertainment
Release Information
Release Date: Oct 4, 2016
Genres & Themes
Genres: Music, Simulator
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows)Xbox OneMac
Game Modes
Perspective: Unknown
Player Modes: Offline Co-op, Multiplayer
Game Modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Age Ratings
ESRB:T (Teen)
GRAC:12+
ACB:M (Mature)
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