THPS 3 & 4: Skaters Returning

You ever just think about how some folks leave such a mark on this world? Yeah, that’s what these skaters did, kinda like carving their names into wet cement—but with wheels and a lot cooler. It’s wild, honestly, how they took skateboarding from a street corner hobby to something everyone talks about. They threw in a mix of guts, creativity, and plain ol’ stubbornness. They’re not just doing tricks; they’re basically life hackers of the skate world.

The bit I love? Elissa Steamer. First girl skater in Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater game. Imagine that! One day you’re just skating, next you’re a video game character! She was super stoked about it—who wouldn’t be? It’s like living in a dream, and she’s still buzzing about it. Can’t blame her.

Then there’s Rodney Mullen. The guy is like a living legend, kicked off the kickflip. He remembers when Tony asked him to join the game—it was a big deal, but he had no clue what would come next. Fast forward, he’s on a tour, all these fans almost tipping the van over just to get his autograph. Madness. Like Beatlemania but with skateboards.

Rodney says the game brought in a whole new crowd—kids, adults, whoever. Changed how people saw skating, ya know? Suddenly parents weren’t just shaking their heads but maybe nodding along a bit. It wasn’t just a sport; it became this whole vibe, this culture. And Tony’s game? It nailed that vibe with music, art, and energy. Finally, people were getting it.

So, with Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 coming out in July, it feels a bit like a reunion tour. Old faces back at it: Tony, Elissa, Rodney. Ready to skate their names into another chapter. And I’m just here, trying to keep up, but kinda loving that ride.