Guitar Hero Live

The game features a new presentation style, with each song played from the perspective of the guitarist during a real-world concert setting using full motion video footage. The camera shifts between watching and interacting with the band members and the audience, with dynamic transitions based on the player's performance.

The gameplay is centered around playing notes on a scrolling "highway" in the centre of the screen, while also utilizing the strum bar. Each song can be played in multiple difficulty levels, with increasing complexity as you progress. Power chords use the top row and Hero Power (previously called Star Power) can be collected by correctly playing a specific series of blue notes on a track.

Completing songs unlocks new tracks and allows access to Quick Play mode. The game also features an online multiplayer mode, Guitar Hero TV, which streams songs from multiple channels and offers regular updates with new content. Players can earn points, level up, and unlock new items for their player card, as well as access premium channels with rotating challenges.