Ion Drum Rocker?

[DaKimbo Slice]

the new drums are an awesome idea but how do you know when to use the symbols? i also heard you get more points form using the symbols is there any truth to that?

[jeccaneko]

I don't know about the points question, but for both the Ions and for the add-on Mad Catz cymbals, hitting them is completely optional in most of the game. You just are choosing to hit them instead of the respective pad that the cymbal corresponds to.

HMX has said that the cymbals will count as separate for the Drum Trainer mode though, in that if you hit the cymbals you'll hear the proper sound (hi-hat, crash, ride) for them.

[Vedicardi]

I really hope they're not worth more points for some reason. That would suck so much balls. It's not confirmed or denied though.

[thefukle]

im gonna guess that they are just used to enhance the experiance like the big endings on some songs. in other words you wont need them which is why your old set will work for both games, but if you want you can bang away on them for the sound.

[chos3n one23]

If you're a real drummer, or know what a drum set sounds like, you'll be able to tell what to hit.

[NYTROOPA]

So if i dont want to upgrade my drums by buying the cymbals i get punished by my score being lower. Doesnt sound right.... And watching the gameplay footage there was no designators as to what was a crash ride or high hat. i think it should be optional unless they have a designator.