Fortnite Festival Boosts Guitar Hero Team’s Comeback with Exciting New Instrument

CRKD has unveiled its highly anticipated Fortnite Festival guitar controller, marking a promising resurgence for the original hardware team behind Guitar Hero. This exciting development comes from a company that emerged in 2023 with the introduction of the Nitro Deck, which quickly became one of the most sought-after controllers for the Nintendo Switch.

After receiving constructive feedback on its initial offering, CRKD launched the upgraded Nitro Deck+ and expanded its product line to include innovative controllers like the rectangular Neo S and the compact ATOM keychain controller.

First Look at the New Guitar Controller

At The Game Awards on December 12, CRKD showcased the initial teaser for their latest product—a guitar controller crafted specifically for a modern gaming experience. Dubbed the “CRKD Guitar,” this new device is slated for release in 2025, as indicated in the promotional materials.

A highlight video featured competitive Fortnite Festival champion ‘aWiseMoose’ reminiscing about the classic Guitar Hero plastic guitar, which was originally produced by Red Octane 17 years ago. His cheeky request, “Can somebody please make a new one?” set the stage for the exciting introduction of CRKD’s upcoming controller.

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— CRKD (@crkdgg) December 13, 2024

A Legacy of Innovation: Guitar Hero Team at CRKD

The uniqueness of this guitar controller is underscored not only by CRKD’s reputation for crafting high-quality gaming peripherals but also by the experience of its development team. A recent blog post on CRKD’s website disclosed that many individuals behind this initiative were integral members of Red Octane’s original hardware team that developed the iconic Guitar Hero guitars.

The company emphasized its commitment to premium, innovative, and collectible gaming gear while recognizing that community-driven projects like Clone Hero and the Fortnite Festival have motivated them to develop a new plastic guitar controller.

Guitar Hero Guitars — Image Courtesy of CRKD

While a specific launch date is yet to be confirmed, anticipation is building among fans who are eager to see the Guitar Hero legacy rejuvenated with this new plastic guitar. As CRKD prepares for its 2025 release, the excitement within the gaming community is palpable, looking forward to what the original engineers could bring to the table once again.

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