UPDATE 5pm: After weeks of anticipation and leaks, Activision has officially announced the eagerly awaited Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2. This remastered collection brings together the beloved skating games, now with updated visuals, set to release on Xbox One, PS4, and PC on September 4th.
The project is spearheaded by Vicarious Visions, the studio behind successful revivals such as the Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy and Crash Team Racing. Like its predecessors, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 delivers a fresh take on the classics, enhancing the original experience with modern graphics.
Joining the roster of returning pro-skaters, including legends like Tony Hawk, Bucky Lasek, Steve Caballero, and Elissa Steamer, players will find familiar levels, music tracks, and tricks from the first two games.
Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™ 1 and 2 – Official Trailer Watch on YouTube
In addition to the nostalgic elements, the game includes online multiplayer and updated Create-A-Park features. Activision promises new goals and challenges to keep the gameplay fresh.
Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 will launch on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC (exclusive to the Epic Store) on September 4th. Pre-orders grant early access to the Warehouse level demo.
UPDATE 4.55pm UK: Just moments before the official announcement, Tony Hawk took to Twitter to share the official artwork and reveal the release date for Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2. The game launches on September 4th, 2020.
It’s the Birdman’s birthday, so he gets to announce his game in style.
Happy Birthday to me! #THPS pic.twitter.com/XGuVZ2VPD2
— Tony Hawk (@tonyhawk) May 12, 2020
ORIGINAL STORY 4.30pm UK: The iconic Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater series returns this year, confirmed by Tony Hawk himself through a surprising medium – a text message.
The revival includes elements from the first two games, featuring classic levels and skaters alongside new features. The game looks impressive and an official announcement from publisher Activision is imminent.
This comeback follows a five-year gap since the disappointing Pro Skater 5. With Vicarious Visions at the helm, expectations are high for a successful return to form.
