Sure, let’s shake things up a bit and dive into this whirlwind of words about Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4. I feel like there’s no perfect place to start, so let’s just jump right in, shall we? Tony Hawk, the legend himself—can you believe he’s still kicking around?—has something to say about this whole new soundtrack business in the remake. Some folks are super bummed out (or maybe just a bit miffed) that those classic jams aren’t making the cut. You know the ones—Goldfinger’s “Superman,” Bad Religion’s “You,” all those anthems from the past. Man, those tracks are like old friends, right?
But here’s the twist—THPS 3 + 4 wants you to jam to new stuff. Why? Who knows, maybe it’s about keeping things fresh. Anyway — nope, wait — the game hit shelves on July 11. That’s a whole odd rush of nostalgia packaged into a modern-day experience. Leo Baker, Bam Margera, even the Doom Slayer, are gracing the roster. Seriously, Doom Slayer? The guy’s everywhere! Plus Michelangelo from TMNT hopping in. Wild mash-up or what?
I mean, this game’s lineup is like a dizzy party mix on your Xbox Game Pass this July. Oh, and don’t forget the likes of Pentiment and Mafia: Definitive Edition tagging along. It’s like a buffet of gameplay chaos. In a good way, though. Sort of.
Anyway, BBC News caught up with Hawk (I imagine him half-piping during the convo, for some reason) about these musical choices. He’s all about “keeping it fresh,” like some kind of musical chef trying new recipes. “What are you throwing at us now?” folks seem to ask. Actually, Hawk’s got a say in the tracks but isn’t the lone wolf calling the shots. “Not everyone agreed,” he shrugs. Classic human indecision, huh?
By the way—where was I? Right, fan chatter! They’ve been shouting from the rooftops, metaphorically of course. Remember that tiny ruckus over Alien Ant Farm’s “Wish” being axed? Hawk’s like, “Just stream it, people!” It sounds simple enough, if you’re into that stream-anything-anywhere lifestyle.
A sneak peek through Spotify had all the older gearheads giddy way before launch. Tracks like Motorhead’s “Ace of Spades” and Adolescents’ “Amoeba” are making a comeback. You gotta admit, it’s a swirling mix of old and new—like adding Denzel Curry and Run the Jewels to your earbuds. Wait, was that a tangent? Possibly.
Alright, I’m getting lost in the vibe here. Is it too chaotic, or just chaotic enough? You decide. Just remember, maybe try catching some air yourself next time you crank up Tony Hawk. The real world’s got its soundtrack waiting out there too. And isn’t that part of the thrill?
