When it comes to how the game looks, the Wii version is a step backwards from the 360 and PS3 versions. It looks good, but there are some issues with textures not looking as good, or things like the helicopter in the backyard stage being replaced by a static image. To me, that's not so much the Wii's fault as it seems to be RedOctane and Activision's for just being a bit lazy, because the Wii can do helicopters. Most of the game's sounds are from Guitar Hero I and II, but it's no big deal, as the game still sounds great, and some of the cover tracks sound very close to the master ones. Others? Well... they could've used a lot more work, but that's the same for all versions of the game.
Since it's Guitar Hero, there's plenty of replay value in just going back and trying to better your score or pass a harder difficulty level. Guitar Hero III comes with plenty of things to purchase, meaning you'll need to rack up enough money to get it all. While there's no downloadable content yet, online game play is here. Yes, friend codes are back as per usual, but the overall online experience isn't too bad once you get past that.
Which version of Guitar Hero III you pick up will ultimately depend on what consoles you own and how much not having certain features or top-of-the-line graphics will bother you. In the end, the Wii version still does everything its brethren do, and it does it well. Don't overlook this just because it's on the graphically weakest of the current-gen consoles.
Pros: Core game play identical to just about any Guitar Hero game out there. Still incredibly fun. Online game play works well.
Cons: No downloadable content at this time. Graphics not as great as on 360 and PS3 versions. Product placement is overdone. Oh, and friend codes, but come on... you know to expect this by now.
Guitar Hero III is rated T (Teen) by the ESRB for Lyrics and Mild Suggestive Themes. This game can also be found on: PS2, PS3 and Xbox 360.
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