Lego Rock Band Deep cut
Nintendo DS · Music & Rhythm
Rock Band 3
Deep cut Co-op
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2010 |
| Genre | Music & Rhythm |
| Developer | Harmonix Music Systems |
| Publisher | MTV Games |
| Players | 1–2 players (co-op) |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Rock Band |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Developed by Harmonix Music Systems and published by MTV Games, Rock Band 3 arrived on the Nintendo DS in 2010 as a rhythm game.
It landed about 6 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2010 include Dragon Quest IX, Golden Sun: Dark Dawn and Ōkamiden. Among the 42 DS music & rhythm games in our database, it ranks #24 by legacy score.
It is part of the Rock Band series. Harmonix Music Systems also made Lego Rock Band for the DS.
Rock Band 3 supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you want a game to beat together with a friend
- you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you play on a TV with noticeable input lag
What playing Rock Band 3 is like
Music and rhythm games challenge your timing by asking you to hit inputs in sync with the beat.
Tip for newcomers: Modern TVs can add input lag that throws off timing; use your TV's game mode if rhythm feels off.
Rock Band 3 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing DS games today
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Rock Band 3 FAQ
When did Rock Band 3 come out on the DS?
Rock Band 3 was released for the Nintendo DS in 2010.
Who made Rock Band 3?
It was developed by Harmonix Music Systems and published by MTV Games.
Is Rock Band 3 multiplayer?
Yes. Rock Band 3 supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.
How long does Rock Band 3 take to play?
As a rhythm game, Rock Band 3 typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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