When it comes to fast-and-furious rhythm games, although the genre never really took off in the West, there was one huge exception: Guitar Hero. Now, this legendary franchise is set to make a comeback, and it's coming to mobile devices! However, the announcement took a sour turn right out of the gate. Activision managed to fumble the reveal by using an AI-generated promotional image on Instagram, instead of a trailer or a press release. This choice has overshadowed the excitement of the franchise's return, especially given the recent controversy over AI art in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.

As for what Guitar Hero Mobile will offer in terms of visuals and audio, details are scarce. While the series did appear on mobile nearly 20 years ago, fans are hoping for something truly impressive this time around. Unfortunately, the AI-generated art used in the announcement has been widely criticized for its poor quality, leading many to worry that Guitar Hero Mobile might be dead on arrival. With strong competition like Space Ape's popular BeatStar, the stakes are high.

Despite the excitement surrounding the potential of Guitar Hero returning to mobile, Activision's use of AI art has once again drawn criticism. It's a disappointing misstep that could dampen the enthusiasm for what could have been a highly anticipated revival.

In the meantime, if you're interested in exploring other top franchises that have made a significant impact on smartphones, you might want to check out the top 9 Final Fantasy games available on mobile.