Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3: The Remake Hype Hits Fever Pitch in 2025
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3: The Remake Hype Hits Fever Pitch in 2025
As of March 4, 2025, the skateboarding and gaming worlds are buzzing with excitement over the latest developments surrounding Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3. After years of speculation, leaks, and teases, the iconic game—originally released in 2001—is officially poised for a grand return as part of the Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 remake bundle. Today marks a pivotal moment with Activision’s long-awaited announcement, and here’s everything you need to know about the latest news, the legacy of THPS3, and what’s in store for fans.
The Big Reveal: March 4, 2025
The countdown timer on the official Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater website hit zero today at 6 PM GMT (1 PM ET), and Activision didn’t disappoint. The publisher confirmed that Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 is real, slated for release on July 11, 2025, across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Following the critical and commercial success of the THPS 1 + 2 remake in 2020, this next chapter promises to bring back two of the most beloved entries in the franchise with modern polish and flair.
The announcement trailer dropped alongside the reveal, showcasing revamped visuals of THPS3’s iconic levels like Airport, Los Angeles, and Canada, all rendered in stunning detail. Tony Hawk himself narrated the teaser, hinting at “new tricks, new parks, and a whole lotta nostalgia.” Posts on X erupted with fan reactions, with many calling it “the comeback we’ve been begging for” and praising the return of the classic soundtrack featuring tracks like Motorhead’s “Ace of Spades” and Goldfinger’s “Superman.”
A Leak-Filled Build-Up
The road to this announcement has been anything but smooth—or secret. Over the past week, leaks have piled up, turning THPS 3 + 4 into gaming’s worst-kept secret. On February 25, a Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 update introduced a “Grind” map with a skate shop Easter egg, complete with a Tony Hawk logo and the date “03.04.25.” Tony Hawk responded with eyeball emojis on X, all but confirming the tease.
The next day, Singapore’s Infocomm Media Development Authority rated Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 for a 2025 release across multiple platforms, spilling the beans early. Then, just hours before today’s reveal, leaker billbil-kun dropped bombshells via Dealabs: a $49.99 standard edition, a $69.99 Deluxe Edition with Doom Slayer and Revenant skaters plus an Unmaykr hoverboard, and a $129.99 Collector’s Edition (contents TBD). Pre-orders, reportedly opening today, include a Wireframe Tony shader and a demo featuring the Foundry level from THPS3.
Why THPS3 Matters
For the uninitiated, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 is widely regarded as a pinnacle of the franchise—and arguably of extreme sports gaming. Launched on October 28, 2001, for the PlayStation 2, Nintendo GameCube, and Xbox, it introduced the revert mechanic, allowing players to chain vert and street tricks into mind-blowing combos. This innovation, paired with a killer level design and a soundtrack that defined a generation, earned it a Metacritic score of 97—one of the highest for any game of its era.
The game’s legacy endures. Fans on X frequently cite Airport’s conveyor-belt chaos and Los Angeles’ earthquake-triggered gaps as all-time favorites. Its multiplayer mode, refined from THPS2, also set a benchmark for local and online play (a feature notably absent from the THPS 1 + 2 remake’s launch, though later patched in). The promise of revisiting these elements with updated graphics and controls has longtime players salivating.
What’s New in the Remake?
While full details are still trickling out, Activision has teased several enhancements for THPS 3 + 4. The trailer hints at a visual overhaul by Iron Galaxy, the studio behind the PC port of THPS 1 + 2, with dynamic lighting and smoother animations. Online multiplayer is confirmed from day one—a major win after its rocky history in the last remake. New skaters, including modern pros like Tyshawn Jones (who let slip his involvement on The Breakfast Club last month), join the classic roster of Hawk, Rodney Mullen, and Chad Muska.
The Deluxe Edition’s DOOM-themed extras suggest crossover content could spice things up, while rumors on X speculate about expanded map creation tools and cross-play support—features fans have clamored for. Whether the game retains THPS3’s original charm while innovating for 2025 remains the big question.
A Rocky Road to Revival
This remake almost didn’t happen. In 2022, Tony Hawk revealed that THPS 3 + 4 was planned post-THPS 1 + 2, but the project was shelved when developer Vicarious Visions merged into Blizzard Entertainment, shifting focus to Call of Duty and other priorities. Fans mourned the loss, but Activision’s tune changed after Microsoft’s acquisition of the company, opening the door for THPS to grind back into the spotlight—potentially even landing on Xbox Game Pass day-and-date, though that’s unconfirmed.
The Hype and the Stakes
Today’s announcement caps a whirlwind of anticipation. Posts on X show fans hyped for THPS3’s return, with some calling it “the real GOAT” of the series and others eager to relive their PS2 glory days. But there’s pressure too—THPS 1 + 2 set a high bar with its faithful yet fresh approach, earning an 89 on OpenCritic. Can THPS 3 + 4 match that magic, especially without Vicarious Visions at the helm?
For now, the skateboarding faithful are counting down to July 11. With a demo on the horizon and pre-orders live, the next few months will reveal whether this remake lands a perfect 900 or wipes out. Stay tuned for more as we dig into trailers, gameplay reveals, and whatever Hawk throws our way next. The Birdman is back—let’s hope he sticks the landing!
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