Rock Band is a music video game developed by Harmonix and published by MTV Games for the PlayStation 2 console in 2007. The game allows players to simulate playing various instruments in a rock band, including guitar, bass, drums, and vocals.

The gameplay involves players using instrument controllers to match the notes and rhythm of various songs. The game features a range of music genres and styles, with a mix of classic and contemporary rock songs. Players can play through various modes, including Career Mode, where they can progress through different levels of difficulty and unlock new songs, and Quickplay Mode, which allows players to jump straight into playing their favorite songs.

Rock Band also features multiplayer modes, including Band World Tour, where players can form a band and tour the world, playing in different venues and earning fans and money along the way. Players can customize their band’s appearance and unlock various instruments and equipment to improve their performance.

The game was praised for its innovative gameplay and multiplayer features, as well as its impressive music selection. Rock Band became a cultural phenomenon and inspired numerous sequels and spinoffs, as well as similar games like Guitar Hero.