Guitar Hero: Metallica praised

The new Guitar Hero game based on the back catalogue of hard rock legends Metallica has been given high marks by Xbox 360 Gamer.

In a review featured in the new special edition of the magazine featuring a hands-on look at the anticipated title, the publication gave the title a 9/10 mark and called it "superb".

The new issue of Uncooked Media’s title also features a unique foil stamping on the cover, while it also includes screenshots and artwork from the game.

Uncooked Media’s sales director, Tarik Alozdi, said: "Thanks to Activision this latest issue looks great, providing Guitar Hero: Metallica with excellent visibility amongst its target audience, and 360 Gamer with great standout on the shelf."

As well as featuring songs such as Enter Sandman and Nothing Else Matters, Guitar Hero: Metallica also includes songs hand-picked by the band, including System of a Down’s Toxicity and Queen’s Stone Cold Crazy.