The music gaming genre trailed off dramatically in 2009, but games like The Beatles Rock Band still performed well, cashing in on the incredible brand of the Fab Four. Green Day doesn’t rank anywhere close to The Beatles, but in the era of modern rock, they’re certainly near the top. MTV and Harmonix believe they can leverage the Green Day name with the upcoming game (shipping June 8). As you can see from the trailer below, Harmonix is giving Green Day the same special care it gave The Beatles in terms of representing the band members and the vibe of their concerts.
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