Midway has announced that it is distributing PopStar Guitar, yet another axe-based rhythm game, in Europe.

The game, developed by XS Games, is scheduled to ship this November, complete with what Midway calls, "the AirG, an exciting new peripheral that turns the Wii Remote into an air guitar." Inspired.

The game will feature the likes of 3 Doors Down, Simple Plan and Blink 182. It will have 60 pop songs, including "several" master recordings.

So what, exactly is the hook? What sets PopStar Guitar apart from the other guitar games on the market? We'll turn you over to Steve Grossman, CEO of XS Games. “The popularity of music rhythm games is at an all time high, but to date the games have primarily featured hard core metal, classic and alternative rock music”, he said.

“With popular songs from today’s top pop artists, PopStar Guitar is a game the whole family can enjoy. We’ve also created a dynamic new air guitar game play experience with our AirG peripheral for Wii, allowing players to have a blast as they unleash their inner pop star.”

Guess no-one thought to put Blink 182 in the set list for Guitar Hero World Tour or the DownLoadable Content for Rock Band, then? Oh, wait...

Seriously, guys, competition is great and all, but if you want to compete in the increasingly-crowded rhythm genre, you're going to have to do better than taking more of a pop angle and offering "several" master recordings.

So, exactly what is a 'Pop' song? Answers to the Forum please.