It's been almost 10 years since Ubisoft released Rocksmith 2014, the popular next-gen (Xbox One, PS4, and PC) release of their original Rocksmith that they released for the Xbox 360 and PS3.
Ubisoft has now announced that they will be removing Rocksmith 2024 from digital storefronts beginning later this month. They also announced that DLC packs and Singles for the popular rhythm game that allowed gamers to plug in real guitars into their gaming consoles and learn how to play some of their favorite songs, will follow suit and be removed from digital storefronts as well.
They shared the following on the Rocksmith+ page:
"Nearly 10 years ago we launched Rocksmith 2014 and set out on a journey of learning and playing guitar together, practicing old favorites, and discovering new ones along the way. We thank you for an incredible decade and know a big part of that was being able to feature officially licensed music to learn and play in Rocksmith 2014."
"Now as we approach that decade mark, we must remove Rocksmith 2014 for purchase from all digital storefronts as of October 23, 2023. DLC packs and Singles for Rocksmith 2014 will be removed from those storefronts over time as well."
There is some good news for those that already own Rocksmith 2014, as Ubisoft revealed that if you already own Rocksmith 2014, or any DLC from the game, you will still be allowed to install, download, re-download, play, and use all of those related products.
They don't expect there to be any interruption in access to the game or its DLC, but users will not be albe to make purchases once they are removed from the digital storefronts.
Ubisoft also announced that they are pushing on with Rocksmith+, the successor to Rocksmith 2014, and are looking to introduce some of the biggest names in metal, rock, R&B, and more to their song library.
When Will Rocksmith 2014 Be Removed From Digital Storefronts?
Ubisoft will remove Rocksmith 2014 from all digital storefronts on October 23rd, 2023. DLC packs and singles will follow over time. Rocksmith 2014's in-game news will include news and details.
Will I Still Be Able To Play Rocksmith 2014?
Yes! Ubisoft has stated that you will be able to play and re-download Rocksmith 2014 and its DLC as long as you have purchased Rocksmith 2014 before the game or its DLC has been removed from digital storefronts.
Will Rocksmith 2014 Be Remvoed Everywhere?
Yes. When the game or its DLC is delisted, it will be removed from all digital storefronts. This includes the PlayStation Store, Steam, and Xbox Marketplace.
Rocksmith 2014 Edition is the fastest way to learn guitar. Plug in any real guitar or bass and join over 2 million people learning with the award-winning Rocksmith method.
Rocksmith 2014 Edition is bigger, better, and faster than ever. Rebuilt from the ground up, you'll experience vastly improved features, a new look, more flexible and deeper practice tools, new techniques and tunings, over 50 new hit songs, and much more.
With the revolutionary Session Mode, Rocksmith 2014 Edition takes guitar learning to the next level by allowing you to play guitar with a virtual band that follows your every lead. Select from an assortment of backing instruments or styles, and Session Mode reacts to the notes you play. Record your jams so you can review them or share them with the world.
Select from over 50 hit tracks, ranging from alternative rock to heavy metal, to classic rock, and more. Learn to play your favourite songs, step-by-step and note-for-note, with tutorials along the way. Rocksmith 2014 Edition is also backwards-compatible with the songs you have from the original Rocksmith .