Guitar Hero II
Guitar Hero II

How to Beat 'War Pigs' - Black Sabbath (Encore)

Strategy for 'War Pigs' in Guitar Hero II, focusing on sustained notes, whammy bar, and solo management.

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'War Pigs' is a lengthy and dynamic song with several distinct phases. The intro is slow and atmospheric, building up to the main riff. Focus on hitting the sustained notes accurately and using the whammy bar to build Star Power. The faster, more aggressive sections require quick strumming and precise fret changes. The solo is challenging but manageable if you've practiced your HO/POs. Save Star Power for the most note-dense sections or the solo to maximize your score. Maintain focus throughout its duration, as it's easy to lose rhythm in the longer passages.

'War Pigs' - Black Sabbath (Encore) - Guitar Hero II screenshot
'War Pigs' - Black Sabbath (Encore)