Skateboarding fans, dust off your boards! Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 has landed on Xbox three days ahead of its official July 11th release, bringing a welcome dose of nostalgia to those who opted for the Deluxe Edition. While the game will be available to all Game Pass Ultimate subscribers on its official launch day, early birds who ollied up for the Deluxe version are already pulling off kickflips and grinding rails in classic maps.
Cloud Skating: Game Pass Ultimate Delivers
Adding to the excitement, Game Pass Ultimate members can already stream Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 via cloud gaming, provided they’ve also secured that Deluxe Edition. This is part of the “Stream Your Own Game” library that is always gaining more games. After the July 11th, the game will be available to stream as part of your Game Pass Ultimate sub.
The Foundry Demo and Familiar Faces
Many players got a taste of the action early with the Foundry demo, featuring the iconic Foundry park from THPS 3 and College from THPS 4. This demo offered a glimpse into the revamped visuals and tight controls.
Adding to the excitement, fan-favourite unlockable character Officer Dick, voiced by the one and only Jack Black, makes a triumphant return, even bringing a British counterpart, Constable Richard. And Bam Margera is also back as a playable skater, bringing his unique style to the remastered levels.
First Impressions: A Welcome Trip Down Memory Lane
Initial impressions are overwhelmingly positive. Players are raving about the return to beloved maps from Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 4, now stunningly remade with modern graphics. There’s a palpable sense of nostalgia as players revisit familiar lines, hidden areas, and iconic landmarks. The core gameplay that made the original titles so addictive seems to be intact, delivering that signature blend of fast-paced, combo-driven skateboarding action.
While some might find the alteration of THPS4’s open-ended career mode to fit the classic two-minute session structure a point of discussion, the overall sentiment is that Iron Galaxy has done a commendable job in capturing the essence of these classics. The smooth controls, revamped visuals, and the sheer joy of chaining together massive tricks are all present and accounted for.
It seems Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 is off to a strong start, proving that some classics are truly timeless. Whether you’ve jumped in early or are patiently waiting for Friday, it looks like there’s plenty of shredding to look forward to. Keep an eye out for our review coming soon!
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