Pre-orders for the much anticipated Rock Band 2, which will debut exclusively on Xbox 360, have been increasing dramatically as we near the September 14 release date. According to sales data from Amazon.com, the Harmonix’s Rock Band 2 Special Edition had an increase of 78 percent in sales. The stand-alone title has also had an increase of 72 percent in sales.

As the sequel to the successful original Rock Band, the new RB2 have already released their songlist, which comprises of notable musical talents, such as Bob Dylan and Blondie. In addition, all previously downloaded music tracks from the original Rock Band will be compatible with the new RB2.

Rock Band 2 will face many new rivals this year as Activision’s Guitar Hero World Tour and Konami’s new Rock Revolution will be released later this year to challenge RB2.

The Rock Band 2 Special Edition Bundle has a retail price of $199.99 while the stand-alone title has a retail tag price of $59.99.

- Geoff

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