Guitar Hero 3 cheat codes
| Cheat | Fret sequence | Effect | Restriction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyperspeed | O, B, O, Y, O, B, O, Y | Faster note scroll | Scores remain enabled |
| Performance Mode | RY, RB, RO, RB, RY, GB, RY, RB | Hides the note highway and HUD | Scores remain enabled |
| Air Guitar | BY, GY, GY, RB, RB, RY, RY, BY, GY, GY, RB, RB, RY, RY, GY, GY, RY, RY | Removes the guitar from the character model | Cosmetic |
| Bret Michaels | GR, GR, GR, GB, GB, GB, RB, R, R, R, RB, R, R, R, RB, R, R, R | Changes the singer model | Cosmetic |
| Unlock All Songs | YO, RB, RO, GB, RY, YO, RY, RB, GY, GY, YB, YB, YO, YO, YB, Y, R, RY, R, Y, O | Opens the setlist in Quick Play | Working |
| Unlock Everything | GRBO, GRYB, GRYO, GBYO, GRYB, RYBO, GRYB, GYBO, GRYB, GRYO, GRYO, GRYB, GRYO | Unlocks songs, characters and instruments | Needs four-fret chords |
| No Fail | GR, B, GR, GY, B, GY, RY, O, RY, GY, Y, GY, GR | Prevents song failure | Disables scores and achievements |
| Easy Expert | GR, GY, YB, RB, BO, YO, RY, RB | Makes the Expert rock meter more forgiving | Disables scores and achievements |
| Precision Mode | GR, GR, GR, RY, RY, RB, RB, YB, YO, YO, GR, GR, GR, RY, RY, RB, RB, YB, YO, YO | Tightens the hit window | Disables scores and achievements |
How to enter the sequences
- Open Options from the main menu.
- Choose Cheats, then Enter New Cheat.
- Hold all colors in one group at the same time.
- Strum once, release, then enter the next group.
- Wait for the confirmation sound before leaving the screen.
Correct controller button map
Use this map only when playing without a guitar controller. The old Freetins page incorrectly treated the colored Xbox face buttons as fret colors.
| Fret | Xbox 360 controller | PlayStation controller |
|---|---|---|
| Green | Left trigger | L2 |
| Red | Left bumper | L1 |
| Yellow | Right bumper | R1 |
| Blue | Right trigger | R2 |
| Orange | A | Cross |
| Strum | D-pad up or down | D-pad up or down |
Which cheats affect scores
No Fail, Easy Expert and Precision Mode disable scores and achievement progress while active. Hyperspeed, Performance Mode and the cosmetic cheats do not. Use a separate session before chasing a score or achievement if you are unsure what is enabled.
Why a sequence is not registering
- Strum once for each displayed group.
- Hold multi-color chords together before strumming.
- Enter the sequence at Enter New Cheat, not during a song.
- Use fret colors, not the matching colors printed on a console controller.
- The four-fret Unlock Everything sequence is difficult on a standard controller.
Frequently asked questions
Do Guitar Hero 3 cheats work on every platform?
The fret sequences are shared by PS2, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii and PC. The input method changes with the controller.
Which cheats disable achievements?
No Fail, Easy Expert and Precision Mode disable scores and achievement progress while they are active.
Is there an infinite Star Power code?
No. Infinite Star Power is not a built-in Guitar Hero 3 cheat.
Sources
Primary sources are preferred for current availability and product features. Older walkthrough details are labeled and cross-checked where possible.