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Preview of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 on PlayStation 5

by Tanya Krane Tanya Krane photo Jul 2025
Cover image of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 on PS5
Gamefings Score: 9
Platform: PS5 PS5 logo
Due to be Released: 11 Jul 2025
Genre: Sports
Developer: Iron Galaxy
Publisher: Activision

Introduction

Get ready to grab your skateboard, spicy nachos, and throw on some baggy jeans because 'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4' is here to remind us why we loved falling off virtual skateboards in parkour-style chaos and mad combos. The latest installment to grace your PS5 is a mix of nostalgia and enhanced features that'll make you feel more kickflips than a caffeinated kangaroo on a trampoline. It's a two-for-one special, taking the classics from round three and four and remixing it like your favorite house party playlist.

Gameplay

'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4' gives you that sweet third-person skater view we all adore, paired with mechanics that pack more tricks than a magician on a sugar high. The core gameplay cements its classic arcade charm while sweating in a gym of modern enhancements. You'll perform a symphony of tricks—from aerials to flips, grinds to fancy manuals—while desperately trying to remember if it's square or circle for that kickflip you just messed up three times in a row. Completing objectives is the game’s bread and butter. Each level throws challenges your way, pushing you to unlock more maps while riding the high of hitting that perfectly timed nose manual. Points are awarded with bonus multipliers for tricks executed in succession—so get that combo train rolling! The intensity trickles up, and trust me, nailing a long series of flips feels like finishing a 4,000-piece jigsaw puzzle: euphoric until you realize you missed a piece (that being a bail you just took). As the music swells with nostalgia, so does your anticipation for that elusive full combo. The grands ask where the real excitement lies. It’s simple: The game's 'Create-A-Skater' mode allows vast customization to unleash your inner skater—be it through the ridiculous outfits that, honestly, could use more neon or the flawless impersonation of Tony Hawk himself. Yes, you can unlock even more characters, including a digitally resurrected Tony Hawk showing us mere mortals how it’s really done—talk about life goals! Who would have ever said you’d share a grind with Doom Slayer and a Revenant? Let’s just say the skateboard community has gotten a wee bit more violent, and I’m here for it.

Graphics

Visually, 'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4' is a snack of crispy potato chips dipped in guacamole: colorful, fulfilling, and slightly addictive. The graphics bear enhanced textures and smoother animations that bring the chaotic world of skateboarding to life. Imagine 4K resolution support and sharper lighting effects breathing new vitality to graffiti-drenched parks and skate spots that feel like a muralist’s fever dream. Custom skate parks are back, and they're packing more design tools than ever before. So whether you’re crafting a gnarly halfpipe or an endless grind rail that suspiciously looks like a dangerous rollercoaster, it’s your time to shine—just don’t bail, OK?

Conclusion

'Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4' isn't just a walk down memory lane; it’s an exhilarating ride down a vert ramp. With tight controls, a blend of old and new mechanics, and a killer soundtrack that’ll probably have you Googling which band ruled the 90s, this remake is a surefire hit. It manages to capture the perfect nostalgic essence while blasting through your speakers the way a good laugh from your buddies does. The release is eagerly anticipated as it's set to launch on July 11, 2025, and it looks like it’ll kick off one heck of a summer with an explosion of tricks and online multiplayer chaos. For those of you still trying to master your indie skate tricks: it's time to grab your console, call your friends, and prepare to shred like the legends before you. So, let’s skate into the sunset—one ollie at a time!

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