Guitar Hero II
Guitar Hero II

Unlockables List

Find all Guitar Hero II unlockables for Xbox 360 and PS2. Learn how to acquire hidden songs, characters, and guitars by mastering Career Mode.

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Unlockables List (Xbox 360 & PlayStation 2)

Welcome, shredders! This comprehensive guide details every unlockable item in Guitar Hero II for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 2. Beyond the core setlist, a treasure trove of hidden songs, characters, guitars, venues, and bonus content awaits those who master the fretboard. Prepare to dive deep into Career Mode, hone your skills in Quick Play, and spend your hard-earned cash in the in-game store to unlock everything this legendary rhythm game has to offer!

The Store: Your Hub for Unlockables

Many of Guitar Hero II's unlockables are purchased from the in-game store. To access the store, navigate to the main menu and select "Store." You'll need in-game cash, earned by successfully completing songs in Career Mode, Quick Play, and Co-op Career. The better your performance (higher star ratings, longer streaks), the more cash you'll earn. Some items only become available for purchase after specific conditions are met, such as completing certain tiers or achieving high scores.

Unlockable Songs

Guitar Hero II features a fantastic selection of bonus songs that aren't part of the main Career Mode setlist. These tracks are purchased from the store once they become available.

  • "Free Bird" by Lynyrd Skynyrd: This epic, challenging classic becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $7,500.
  • "The Trooper" by Iron Maiden: A metal anthem that will test your speed and accuracy. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $6,000.
  • "Hangar 18" by Megadeth: A technical thrash metal masterpiece. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $6,000.
  • "War Pigs" by Black Sabbath: A heavy metal classic. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $5,000.
  • "Sweet Child O' Mine" by Guns N' Roses: An iconic rock ballad with a legendary solo. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $6,000.
  • "Message in a Bottle" by The Police: A catchy new wave hit. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $5,000.
  • "Woman" by Wolfmother: A modern rock track with a retro feel. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $4,000.
  • "Possum Kingdom" by Toadies: An alternative rock staple. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $4,000.
  • "John the Fisherman" by Primus: A quirky, bass-driven track. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $4,000.
  • "Jessica" by The Allman Brothers Band: A classic instrumental rock piece. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $5,000.
  • "YYZ" by Rush: A progressive rock instrumental known for its complexity. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $6,000.
  • "Carry Me Home" by The Living End: An energetic punk rock track. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $4,000.
  • "Collide" by Anarchy Club: A hard-hitting original track. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $3,000.
  • "Elephant Bones" by That Handsome Devil: A unique, bluesy rock song. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $3,000.
  • "Fall of Pangea" by Amberian Dawn: A symphonic metal track. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $3,000.
  • "F.C.P.R.E.M.I.X." by The Fall of Troy: An intricate and fast-paced post-hardcore song. This song becomes available for purchase in the store after you successfully complete the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $3,000.
  • "Jordan" by Buckethead: NOTE: This song is EXCLUSIVE to Guitar Hero II on Xbox 360 and is NOT available on the PlayStation 2 version. It is unlocked by purchasing it from the store after completing the main Career Mode setlist on any difficulty. It costs $7,500.

Unlockable Characters

Expand your band's roster with these unique performers, each with their own distinct style and flair. Characters are unlocked by completing specific tiers in Career Mode and then purchasing them from the store.

  • Casey Lynch (The Punk Rocker): Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Amp Warmers" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $2,000.
  • Izzy Sparks (The Glam Rocker): Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Opening Licks" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $2,000.
  • Xavier Stone (The Funk Master): Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Return of the Shred" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $2,000.
  • Judy Nails (The Alt-Rocker): Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Strings of Fire" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $2,000.
  • Lars Ümlaut (The Metalhead): Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Viking's Kiss" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $2,000.
  • Axel Steel (The Classic Rocker): Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Fret Burners" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $2,000.
  • Slash (Guest Character): Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Face Melters" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $2,000.
  • Grim Ripper (The Undead Shredder): This spooky character is unlocked for purchase after completing the entire Career Mode on Expert difficulty. Purchase for $10,000.
  • Elroy Budgemeyer (The Roadie): Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Battle of the Bands" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $2,000.
  • Clive Winston (The Manager): Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Rock Star" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $2,000.

Unlockable Guitars

Why play with a plain old axe when you can shred with style? These bonus guitars offer unique aesthetics and are purchased from the store once available.

Guitars become available for purchase in the store as you progress through Career Mode. Most are unlocked after completing specific tiers, and some require you to complete the entire Career Mode on higher difficulties.

  • The "Flying V" (Various colors): Available early in the game. Costs $1,000 - $1,500.
  • The "Explorer" (Various colors): Available early in the game. Costs $1,000 - $1,500.
  • The "Les Paul" (Various colors): Available early in the game. Costs $1,000 - $1,500.
  • The "Stratocaster" (Various colors): Available early in the game. Costs $1,000 - $1,500.
  • The "Viking" Guitar: Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Viking's Kiss" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $3,000.
  • The "Hot Rod" Guitar: Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Fret Burners" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $3,500.
  • The "Skull and Crossbones" Guitar: Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Face Melters" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $4,000.
  • The "Axe" Guitar: Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Battle of the Bands" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $5,000.
  • The "Coffin" Guitar: Unlocked for purchase after completing the "Rock Star" tier in Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $6,000.
  • The "Golden Axe" Guitar: Unlocked for purchase after completing Career Mode on Hard difficulty. Purchase for $10,000.
  • The "Platinum Axe" Guitar: Unlocked for purchase after completing Career Mode on Expert difficulty. Purchase for $15,000.
  • The "Inflatable" Guitar: Unlocked for purchase after completing Career Mode on Easy difficulty. Purchase for $1,000. (A fun, novelty item!)
  • The "GHII" Guitar: Unlocked for purchase after completing the entire Career Mode on any difficulty. Purchase for $7,500.

Unlockable Outfits

Customize your character's look with various outfits! These are purchased from the store once available.

Each main character (Axel, Judy, Lars, Casey, Izzy, Xavier) has alternate outfits that become available for purchase as you progress through Career Mode. Typically, a new outfit for a character will unlock for purchase after you complete the tier in which that character first appears, or a subsequent tier. Each outfit costs around $1,000 - $2,000.

  • Axel Steel's Alternate Outfit: Unlocked after completing a certain tier in Career Mode.
  • Judy Nails' Alternate Outfit: Unlocked after completing a certain tier in Career Mode.
  • Lars Ümlaut's Alternate Outfit: Unlocked after completing a certain tier in Career Mode.
  • Casey Lynch's Alternate Outfit: Unlocked after completing a certain tier in Career Mode.
  • Izzy Sparks' Alternate Outfit: Unlocked after completing a certain tier in Career Mode.
  • Xavier Stone's Alternate Outfit: Unlocked after completing a certain tier in Career Mode.

Unlockable Venues

Perform in new and exciting locations! Venues are typically unlocked by completing specific tiers in Career Mode.

  • RedOctane Club: The starting venue.
  • The Rat Cellar: Unlocked after completing the "Opening Licks" tier in Career Mode.
  • The Rock City Theater: Unlocked after completing the "Amp Warmers" tier in Career Mode.
  • The Vans Warped Tour: Unlocked after completing the "Fret Burners" tier in Career Mode.
  • The Monster of Rock Tour: Unlocked after completing the "Strings of Fire" tier in Career Mode.
  • The Main Stage: Unlocked after completing the "Face Melters" tier in Career Mode.
  • Stonehenge: Unlocked after completing the "Viking's Kiss" tier in Career Mode.
  • The Battle of the Bands: Unlocked after completing the "Battle of the Bands" tier in Career Mode.
  • The Rock Star Stadium: Unlocked after completing the "Rock Star" tier in Career Mode.

Bonus Content & Videos

Beyond playable content, Guitar Hero II offers some cool behind-the-scenes and bonus videos. These are typically unlocked by completing Career Mode on specific difficulties.

  • Developer Interview Video: Unlocked after completing Career Mode on Easy difficulty. Viewable in the "Bonus Content" section of the main menu.
  • Behind-the-Scenes Video: Unlocked after completing Career Mode on Medium difficulty. Viewable in the "Bonus Content" section of the main menu.
  • Making Of Guitar Hero II Video: Unlocked after completing Career Mode on Hard difficulty. Viewable in the "Bonus Content" section of the main menu.
  • Credits Video: Unlocked after completing Career Mode on Expert difficulty. Viewable in the "Bonus Content" section of the main menu.

Cheat Codes

While not "unlockables" in the traditional sense, cheat codes can significantly alter your gameplay experience. These are entered from the main menu by holding the yellow fret button and strumming the indicated sequence. Note: Activating cheats will prevent you from saving your scores or earning achievements/trophies for that session.

To enter a cheat code, go to the main menu, then select "Options," then "Cheats," and finally "Enter New Cheat."

  • Performance Mode: Green, Green, Red, Blue, Green, Green, Red, Orange. (Removes the fretboard and displays only the venue and character.)
  • Hyperspeed: Orange, Blue, Orange, Yellow, Orange, Blue, Orange, Yellow. (Increases the scrolling speed of notes, making them appear further apart.)
  • Air Guitar: Red, Yellow, Green, Blue, Green, Blue, Blue, Orange, Yellow, Blue, Green, Green, Yellow, Green, Green. (Removes the guitar from your character's hands.)
  • Flaming Head: Green, Red, Green, Yellow, Yellow, Green, Red, Yellow. (Gives your character a flaming head.)
  • Horse Head: Blue, Orange, Orange, Blue, Orange, Orange, Blue, Orange, Orange. (Gives your character a horse head.)
  • Monkey Head: Green, Green, Orange, Blue, Green, Green, Orange, Blue. (Gives your character a monkey head.)
  • Eye Ball Head: Green, Red, Blue, Green, Red, Blue, Green, Red, Blue. (Gives your character an eyeball head.)
  • Star Power Always On: Green, Green, Red, Yellow, Yellow, Red, Green, Green. (Star Power is always active, but you still need to activate it once to start.)
  • Unlock All Songs: Yellow, Red, Orange, Blue, Orange, Blue, Yellow, Yellow. (Unlocks all main setlist songs for Quick Play. Does NOT unlock bonus songs or complete Career Mode.)

With this comprehensive list, you're now equipped to unlock every secret Guitar Hero II has to offer. Happy shredding!