Review: Power Gig Rise Of The SixString

Power Gig: Rise of the SixString strives to bridge the gap between pretending to play guitar and playing guitar with a game backed by a instrument manufacturer and an impressive list of previously reticent artists.


September 23, 2010
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How Do You Like Your Music Game? Simulator Or Arcade

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Music gaming seems to be heading in two distinctly different directions. Guitar Hero looks like it’s shooting to capture a blend of fantasy gaming and rock, while games like Rock Band 3 and Power Gig are taking the ultra realistic path.


August 4, 2010

Tortured Souls Fight The Power In Rise Of The SixString

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One of three rebel clans fighting against the vile Order in Power Gig: Rise of the SixString, Rise is comprised of a lead vocalist with murdered parents and a guitarist kicked off her farm. This is one heavy game.