Let’s address the elephant in the room. Is the Clone Hero spreadsheet legal?
Short answer: It exists in a gray area. The spreadsheet itself is legal—it’s just a list of links. The act of downloading copyrighted songs without owning them is technically copyright infringement. However, the rhythm gaming community has largely been ignored by record labels because it’s a niche hobby that doesn’t generate revenue.
How to stay ethical:
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The Clone Hero spreadsheet might look like a boring grid of text, but to rhythm gamers, it’s a treasure map. Every cell leads to a new challenge, a burst of nostalgia, or a guitar solo so intense it will melt your fingers. Whether you want to relive Through the Fire and Flames, shred to obscure progressive metal, or play the Sonic Adventure 2 soundtrack, the spreadsheet is your gateway.
Final Checklist for New Players:
Remember: A bad chart can ruin a great song. Always check the charter’s reputation, read comments if available, and when in doubt, stick to songs ripped from official Guitar Hero or Rock Band games. Spreadsheet warriors, keep on shredding.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. We do not host or distribute copyrighted music. Always support the artists who create the music you love. Let’s address the elephant in the room
These focus on pop hits, classic rock anthems, and songs that non-gamers will recognize. If you’re setting up Clone Hero for a party, find this spreadsheet.
If you chart songs (using tools like Moonscraper), you can submit your work to the spreadsheet maintainers via the Discord. Always follow their formatting rules—incorrect submissions will be rejected.
New calculated columns:
Session Planner tab
User selects a goal: Remember: A bad chart can ruin a great song
The sheet filters and sorts songs accordingly, generating a playlist order that builds skills progressively (e.g., easy rhythm → fast alt-tapping → dense solos → FC attempt).
Bonus integration:
Color-coded heatmap of progress per song over time (last 5 plays), so you can see at a glance if you’re stagnating or improving.
Dynamic Difficulty Mapper & Session Planner