We’ve got a new intro cinematic video to share with you today showcasing the cool upcoming DJ Hero game from our friends at Activision. I’m going to go out on a limb right now and say this game, based on all the stuff we’ve seen so far and the caliber of artists involved, could end up being as big as Guitar Hero.

I know, that may sound crazy, but this game seems to have what it takes to succeed with its innovative design and new turntable controller. Plus, its got some great music from artists like Jay-Z, Eminem, Daft Punk, The Scratch Peverts, Grand Master Flash and DJ AM which only enhances its potential awesomeness.

I guess the jury is still out but I, for one, can’t wait to get my hands on the game. DJ Hero and DJ Hero Renegade Edition ship to North America on October 27th for Xbox 360, Wii, PS3 and PS2. Until then, be sure to check out the video of this cool into cinematic after the jump.

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The impressive crew of turntable legends bringing mixes to Activision’s DJ Hero continues to grow. PR Newswire announced today The Scratch Perverts and DJ Yoda will be joining the list of contributors to the game, which includes DJ Shadow, DJ AM, DJ Z-Trip and Daft Punk. The Scratch Perverts have spun five mixes including M.I.A.’s “Paper Planes,” while DJ Yoda has created two mixes that will appear on-disc when DJ Hero drops this Fall.

Expanding upon the revolutionary easy to pick up/challenging to master gameplay mechanics found in Guitar Hero, DJ Hero delivers an all-new interactive music experience that allows players to experience and hear music in an all-new way. With over 100 individual songs, highlighted in 93 unique never-before-released mixes that blend genres of music, including hip-hop, pop, rock and dance, DJ Hero delivers the most diverse and international collection of music ever assembled in a music game.

Created exclusively for DJ Hero, the turntable controller allows fans to utilize various techniques including scratching, blending, cross fading and sampling, while leaving room for creative expression with a variety of effects and player chosen samples and scratches.

DJ Hero will be available on October 27. Until then, check out this video of DJ Yoda doing his thing after the break.

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