Nyko FrontMan

The Nyko Frontman is a guitar controller produced by Nyko for several game systems to be used with the video games Guitar Hero and Rock Band.[1] Depending on the version, its appearance is very similar to the Fender Telecaster (Wii) or the Gibson Explorer (PS2/PS3).

Compatibility

Separate models were released rhythm games for the PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Nintendo Wii video game consoles.[2][3] The first iterations were compatible with Guitar Hero 1 and Guitar Hero 2 for the PS2.[4]

Compatibility for Wii, by game title

Game	Compatible?
Guitar Hero III	Yes
Guitar Hero 5	No
Guitar Hero - Aerosmith	Yes
Guitar Hero - World Tour	Yes
Guitar Hero - Van Hallen	Yes
Guitar Hero - Smash Hits	Yes
Guitar Hero - Warriors of Rock	No
Lego Rock Band	Yes
Rock Band	No
Rock Band 2	Yes

With the addition of PS3 Firmware 3.10 the Frontmans Dongle/receiver was Deactivated due to it being one of many products not up to Standards.

Reception

Wired gave the Wii version a 6 out of 10 rating, praising its larger whammy bar and lower price, but feeling that its difference could lead to perceived unfairness in multiplayer competitions.[5] Two separate IGN reviews generally praised it for being better than most other third party guitar controllers, though conceded that it still wasn't better than first party ones.[6][7] Reviewers at 1UP.com were “impressed” wit it as well, praising its responsiveness.[8]

References

1. Block, Gerry (8 January 2008). "CES 2008: Nyko Frontman for PlayStation 3". Retrieved 7 March 2019.
2. "Nyko FrontMan guitar compatibility chart". Engadget.com. Retrieved 7 March 2019.
3. Block, Gerry (11 July 2007). "E3 2007: Nyko Front Man Xbox 360 Wireless Guitar". Retrieved 7 March 2019.
4. "NYKO ANNOUNCES FRONTMAN – WIRELESS GUITAR CONTROLLER FOR GUITAR HERO II(TM)". GamesIndustry.biz. 8 November 2006. Retrieved 7 March 2019.
5. Safford, Matt (27 June 2008). "Review: Nyko FrontMan Wireless Guitar Controller for Nintendo Wii". Wired. Retrieved 7 March 2019.
6. Block, Gerry (31 March 2008). "Nyko Frontman for PlayStation 3 Review". Ign.com. Retrieved 7 March 2019.
7. Block, Gerry (20 December 2006). "Nyko Frontman Wireless Guitar Review". Retrieved 7 March 2019.
8. Deleon, Nicholas (20 October 2006). "Nyko Wireless Guitar Hero Controller Makes You a Rock God". Gizmodo.com. Retrieved 7 March 2019.