Sure thing, let’s dive into this. So, I was thinking about Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 the other day. I mean, who knew they’d actually bring these legends back into the spotlight? It’s like nostalgia kicked up a notch, right? But anyway, these games — they were kind of a big deal back then, especially THPS 4. It did stuff, you know? Like introducing online modes. And who could forget those animal NPCs? It’s like, why are there even animals here? But the Career Mode shift? That’s where it gets spicy. Neversoft tossed the whole timer thing for a more ‘let’s wander around vibe.’ And wow, did it divide the fans. Talk about shaking up childhood memories, and not always in a good way.
Okay, hang on, I’m going off track. Let’s talk about Tony Hawk’s Underground — total game-changer for skate games. It’s not just about tricks anymore; they tried throwing a storyline into the mix. Like, a plot, in a skateboarding game — who would’ve thought? If they ever hit the remake trail with this one, they better not touch that narrative. Seriously, could you imagine if they stuck a 2-minute timer on it? Total chaos, right? But no promises it’s happening, totally just my thoughts spiraling here.
Back to THPS 3+4 — the soundtrack switcheroo still baffles me. Only ten original tracks? Tony Hawk was saying it’s to make way for new tunes. I get it, but still. That raw sound was everything. Now, if they ever do Underground again, it’s gotta stay true to itself. It ain’t just about getting on and off your board, or those wild new moves like Acid Drops and such. It’s that feeling, man. The stories, the culture, everything that made skateboarding not just a sport, but a lifestyle. Underground made waves, really showed how skating can be deep. Or at least deeper than just skating.
Anyway, this whole remake scene has me kinda hoping but also kinda nervous. Like, will they mess it up or capture what made us all love these games fiercely? Only time will tell, I guess. Remakes can be either love letters or just… you know, unasked-for revisions. Here’s hoping they get it right.
