What Are the Controls for the Guitar Hero World Tour Wii Guitar Controller?

Guitar Hero World Tour on Wii uses a dedicated guitar-shaped controller (bundled with the game). It is not compatible with other Wii games.

Controller Layout & Functions

• 5 Fret Buttons (Green, Red, Yellow, Blue, Orange) – Primary note input.
• Strum Bar (Up/Down) – "Strums" notes; also navigates menus.
• Whammy Bar – Pitch bend/vibrato on sustained notes; builds Star Power during starred phrases.
• Star Power Button (often the Back/Select area or a dedicated button) – Activates Star Power (2x score, wider hit window).
• Start / Pause – Pauses game, opens menu.
• D-Pad / Buttons on headstock – Menu navigation, quickplay options.

Gameplay Basics

Hold fret buttons matching on-screen gems, strum in rhythm. Use Whammy on long notes for extra Star Power. Tilt guitar neck upward (or press Star Power button) to activate Star Power.

The controller mimics a real guitar layout, making it intuitive for beginners and deep for experts.