Sure, we've heard of bands destroying guitars on stage, but who ever heard of bands literally destroying each other? Well, in Battle of the Bands, that's exactly what happens. In fact, THQ has given us two video examples of this. Catch them in the full article after the jump.

We've heard of versus games and we've heard of rhythm games, but what about a hybrid title that combines features form both genres? That would be Battle of the Bands. THQ Brand Manager Randy shoemaker explains how you can "beat" other players at their own game after the jump.

If rocking out with a flamethrower guitarist or even a sniper violinist sounds like your idea of a fun rhythm-based title, then make sure to check out THQ's Battle of the Bands. Today's update on the game takes a look at four new gameplay videos of this upcoming title on the Nintendo Wii. You can watch these hardcore rock videos by clicking on the "read more" link below.

For those curious about the Nintendo Wii game Band Mashups from THQ, here's a gameplay video for it that will give you a better idea about how it looks like and feels out. Unlike most rhythm-based games, it incorporates combat into gameplay. To see how this works, just click the "read more" link below.

It seems like THQ is playing the proverbial Name Game with its upcoming rhythm game title for the Nintendo Wii. From what was previously known as Band Mashups, the game's official website now calls the game "Battle of the Bands". So what's up with the new title? Did THQ simply change the name, or is this a completely new game? Find out in the full article after the jump!

If you are tired of your usual rhythm-based games, then you might want to check out THQ's alternative. The company has just announced Band Mashups, which is scheduled for release on the Nintendo Wii in April.

The curious thing about this title is that aside from focusing on rhythm and music, combat is also very much part of gameplay. Check out the full article for the complete details.