After the success ofTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2,many fans expected remakes of the next two games in the series. It did not come right away, but fans are finally getting the second part of the remake dream withTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4.The game releases on July 11 and the developer has already given us plenty of information.
However, there are still some questions hanging in the air and things the game should absolutely have to please fans. While fans believe the game will be solid based on developer Iron Galaxy’s experience withporting the 2020 remake of the first two games to the Nintendo Switch, the game will surpass expectations if it includes any of the elements detailed below.
8Original Goals From Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 4
It Will Not Feel The Same Without Them
This is the one item on the list that has already been confirmed not to be in the game. It also stands as a major red flag.Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 4’slarger levels allowed for a more open format. Instead of 2-minute runs,players talked to NPCswho gave out individual goals.
This was a major turn for the series and it is integral to the game’s personality. Something will feel missing without it. Two-minute runs might still be fun, but it would be better to have the original goals. Who knows, maybe if the game is successful it will come in a future update.
7Getting Off The Board
Bring A Little Bit Of Tony Hawk’s Underground
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2had the gameplay innovations fromTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 4. Since veteran fans and newcomers both had time with the 2020 game to acclimate to those controls, it would be nice for them to add the ability to get off the board and walk around.
This mechanic was introduced inTony Hawk’s Underground. Walking around made exploring the environment simpler. Players could also get off their boards in the middle of a combo to string together more tricks.
6More In-Depth Multiplayer
Skating Is A Community Activity, After All
It was a blast competing against people online inTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2. Unfortunately, the suite was underwhelming, had no customization options, and lacked the variety to keep a community engaged long-term. This upcoming remake gives the series a new chance to carve out a niche in the online multiplayer space.
With the right support and incentives for less-experienced players to keep playing,Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4could be a great alternativeto the live-service battle royales and shootersthat currently populate the multiplayer gaming space.
5Customizing Boards And Stickers
Let Players Show Off Their Creativity
It has been confirmed that the game will feature a create-a-park mode along with the ability to even make custom goals to share with friends.Hopefully, this customization extends beyond parks and skatersand goes into the boards and graffiti tags.
OlderTony Hawk’s Pro Skatergames already had this as a feature, so it does not feel like reaching for the stars to ask for this. Skateboarding is all about showcasing individuality, so creating custom skateboards and tags to spread over the multiplayer maps would be in line with what the sport represents.
4Ability To Adjust Gameplay Rules
Play Like The Elders Used To Play
One can expectTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4’sgameplay to be similar to the 2020 remake of the first games. They might even add a few new mechanics. However, It would be pretty cool to play with the older games' rules every once in a while.
An option to skate in the parks by the rules ofTony Hawk’s Pro Skater 2or even the debut entry would add variety and force even the most expert skaters to rethink how they approach combos.Tony Hawk’s Pro Skateris about freedom and expression, much like the sport. Modifiers like this would only encourage creativity instead of restricting it.
Tony Hawk’s Undergroundhad a goal that tasked players with pulling off combos using the gameplay rules of the older titles.
3Hidden Characters
Unlocking Them Is More Fun Than Buying Them
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3had a treasure trove of unlockable characters. Every time players beat the career mode with a new skater they unlocked something, and new skaters were often one of the treats, and they were often collab characters fromStar Wars,Marvel, and evenShrek!
It is understandable if characters like Wolverine are off the table due to rights issues, but the upcoming title should still let players revel in the joy of unlocking secret skaters.The Doom Slayer and Revenant are pre-order bonuses, but it is not as fun to get new skaters just by purchasing them from a store. It is more rewarding to work for them in-game.
2Spotify Integration
Make It Simple For Gamers To Listen To Their Choice Of Music
Anyone who has played the seriesknows how important the soundtrack is to the vibe. Players will eventually want to listen to their playlists and tunes while skating around to bring about some truly unique and chilled vibes to the skater’s atmosphere.
While it is pretty simple to open the Spotify app on consoles while in the game, it would be more convenient if the game had some Spotify integration of its own so the app knows when to pause the music and control the volume. It would not be the first game to have Spotify integration in the menus, so it is not an impossible feat.
1In-Depth Tutorials
Help Newcomers Get Their Footing And Turn Novices Into Masters
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skatergames are not easy. Many of the titles integrate tutorials either in a separate mode or through the story. Hopefully,Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4includes tutorials to keep newcomers up to speed.
More than that, it should even help experienced players with tips to make them better. Advanced lessons like what things in a combo reduce the skater’s speed or the nuances of how balance meters work will help those who already grasp the basics pull off million-point combos without breaking a sweat.
