Future of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater Series: A Hopeful Outlook
Released in 2020, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1+2 garnered acclaim from fans and critics alike, marking a successful return of the franchise. With Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 slated for release this July, the skateboarding community is buzzing with hope that this will not be the final remaster for the beloved series. Tony Hawk himself is eager for more, advocating for a revival of the Underground games from the franchise’s earlier days.
Hawk’s Ambition for the Underground Games
In a recent dialogue with ScreenRant, Tony Hawk expressed his aspirations for the future of the series, particularly regarding remakes of the Tony Hawk’s Underground games. Although discussions with Activision about the Underground installments have yet to take place, Hawk stated his enthusiasm for bringing them to life.
“I always have aspirations, ”Hawk remarked.“It’s not up to me, generally. I’ll campaign all I can, but I’m working with a much bigger company that’s a lot smarter than me.”
Potential Path Forward
If it were solely up to Hawk, the next titles to receive the remastered treatment would likely be Underground 1 and 2. However, the viability of such projects hinges on the performance of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4. The anticipation is palpable, but it should be noted that even the announcement of these titles was unexpected; Activision had initially declined a proposal from Vicarious Visions for a remaster of 3+4 prior to their integration into Blizzard.
A Glimmer of Hope
Should THPS 3+4 succeed in matching or surpassing the achievements of THPS 1+2, fans can remain optimistic about the possibility of seeing a remastered version of Underground 1 and 2. In the meantime, the community can enjoy an upcoming fan remake that aims to recreate the original Underground experience using the powerful Unreal Engine 5.
As we gear up for the release of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4, the excitement for potential future projects continues to build. Hawk’s commitment to advocating for his legacy speaks volumes about his passion for the franchise and its community.
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