When it comes to fast-and-furious rhythm games, the genre may not have taken off in the West, but there was one colossal exception: Guitar Hero. Now, this legendary franchise is set to make a comeback, and it's coming to the mobile platform! However, Activision stumbled right out of the gate with an awkward announcement.

Instead of a trailer or a detailed press release, the reveal came through an AI-generated promotional image shared on Instagram. This move has overshadowed the excitement for the revival of the iconic series, especially since it follows another controversial use of AI art in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. The AI-generated image for Guitar Hero Mobile has been widely criticized for its poor quality, leading many to question whether the game might be dead on arrival, especially with strong competition like Space Ape's BeatStar.

As for what Guitar Hero Mobile will actually look and sound like, details are scarce. The franchise did come to mobile nearly 20 years ago, but fans are hoping for something significantly more impressive this time around.

While the idea of Guitar Hero returning to mobile is thrilling, and the potential for success is evident, Activision's use of AI-generated art has dampened the enthusiasm. Despite the positives, this misstep has once again put the company under scrutiny.

In the meantime, if you're interested in seeing how other major franchises have fared on mobile platforms, check out the top 9 Final Fantasy games available on smartphones.