The 8-bit Version of DJ Hero Comes Complete With Chiptune Mashups

By Michael McWhertor Published August 5, 2010 |

The man responsible for the 8-bit version of zombie shooter Left 4 Dead has turned his “de-make” skills to another recent franchise—Activision’s DJ Hero. Pixel Force: DJ Hero, as it’s known, is musically true to its 80s roots.

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The chiptune mash up you hear in the first trailer for Eric Ruth’s latest retro creation blends Queen’s “We Will Rock You” and Joan Jett’s “I Love Rock & Roll” with full 8-bit flair. According to an interview with Pikimal, Ruth says that chiptune mashups of Ray Parker Jr’s “Ghostbusters”/Huey Lewis & the News’ “I Want A New Drug” and Kenny Loggins’ “Footloose”/Peter Gabriel’s “Big Time” will also feature on the soundtrack.

Ruth says Pixel Force: DJ Hero should be out “for free within the next 5 weeks.”

NES DJ Hero: A Step Backward is a Step Forward [Pikimal]

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