Disney unveils Ultimate Band

Rock Band rival in development for Nintendo Wii and DS

Disney Interactive Studios has unveiled Ultimate Band for Nintendo Wii and DS.

The game is similar to Rock Band, with gamers building their own band by using the Wii Remote and DS stylus.

“Ultimate Band invites kids, tweens and teens to join in the jam session,” said Craig Relyea, senior vice president, global marketing, Disney Interactive Studios.

“And whether they choose guitar, drums, bass or front man, members don’t need to buy costly, single-function peripherals to play their way through Ultimate Band’s deep song list, dynamic venues, and customizable characters.