What It Is: The latest iteration of the hit Guitar Hero series, which adds drums, vocals and a giant bunch of eclectic jam-ready tunes.

Who It’s For: Anybody who has been jonesing to drum but felt loyal to the Guitar Hero interface and design.

Why It’s Worthy: Let’s start with the hardware: the drum kit that comes with the deluxe edition of Guitar Hero: World Tour is truly awesome, featuring the quietest and most sensitive pads on the fake drums market. Plus, the added cymbals give it a more distinct, natural feel. The song list is impressive and eclectic (Sting and Tool in the same game? Sure!) and Guitar Hero’s visual interface still stands head and shoulders above Rock Band. The depth of options in the customization of your rockers is staggering.

Our Only Complaint: One of the elements that falls short is the new option for guitar solos. The new guitars have a touch pad that facilitates slides, but it’s not as sensitive as it could be and the solos become infinitely more difficult if you’re playing with an older axe.

Cost/Where to Get It: $189.99 for the full bundle, $59.99 for the game only on XBox 360, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 2 and Wii; more info at Guitar Hero’s official site.

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