The music stops for Rock Band 4, and with it, a whole era of rhythm gaming fades out. | Best Gaming Podcast
Update: 2025-10-03
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The final encore has arrived for Rock Band 4. This episode dives deep into why the beloved rhythm game is being delisted, exploring the messy world of music licensing, the challenges of preserving games tied to third-party content, and what this means for the future of interactive music. We look back at the cultural legacy of Rock Band, why its disappearance hits harder than most game delistings, and what lessons the industry should take from this moment. If you’ve ever strummed a plastic guitar with friends or dreamed of being a rock star in your living room, this episode is for you.
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