1.9 Sports
If you've ever dreamt of pulling off a 900 while grinding a rail and then manually flipping your board mid-air, only to land perfectly and link it into a lip trick, you already know the magic of the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater series. The Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 – Cross-Gen Edition for Windows isn't just a nostalgic trip; it's a carefully stitched together tribute that revives the best arcade-sports skating experience for a modern audience. Developed by the teams that brought you the Pro Skater 1+2 remake, this package bundles the third and fourth installments into one polished, high-frame-rate package, letting you chain combos across iconic levels like the Foundry, Alcatraz, and the always-chaotic Carnival.
Packed with a stacked pro roster, a revamped Create-a-Skater, and cross-generational multiplayer that actually works, this is the definitive way to play two of the most beloved skateboarding games ever made. Whether you're a veteran who still remembers the exact line for a million-point run on the Hanger or a newcomer who just wants to see what all the fuss is about, this release hits the sweet spot between nostalgia and modern accessibility.
Publisher: Activision Publishing Inc.
Target Audience: Longtime fans of the original games, newcomers curious about arcade-style sports games, and anyone who enjoys high-score chasing with a low barrier to entry.
You know that feeling when you pop a perfect ollie just as the beat of "Superman" by Goldfinger kicks in? That's the energy this compilation captures from the first menu screen. But instead of picking between THPS3 and THPS4 in two separate launchers, everything blends into one beautiful, 120-fps-or-higher glide. The career mode is restructured to merge the open-world mission-based design of THPS4 with the classic two-minute run structure of THPS3, so you're never stuck choosing between exploration and high-score obsession.
The transition between games is so smooth you'll almost forget they were ever separate. Pro Skater 3's levels like the Airport and Canada feel sharper than ever, while THPS4's sprawling maps like Kona and Chicago retain all their charm without feeling dated. The controls? Silky. If you've played the THPS 1+2 remake, you're home. If not, prepare for a learning curve that's steep in potential but shallow in frustration—pull a button twice and you're grinding, hold it and you're doing a lip trick. It's intuitive enough for a five-minute session and deep enough for a five-hour combo hunt.
The UI is clean and fast. No cluttered menus, no unnecessary loading screens between challenges. The soundtrack hasn't been butchered either—though some favorite tracks are missing due to licensing, the replacements fit the mood perfectly. The real star here is the sheer responsiveness. Input lag is practically nonexistent, which is critical when you're trying to link a kickflip into a 50-50 and then manually flip the board before a land. On a decent PC, the game runs buttery smooth, with no stuttering even during chaotic multiplayer matches.
What sets this edition apart from arcade competitors like Skate or OlliOlli? The data doesn't lie. Real-time trick scoring updates instantly, showing your combo multiplier and base points in a clear HUD that never feels intrusive. Every spin, flip, and grind adjusts the number in milliseconds—no lag, no false positives. For competitive players, this level of precision is crucial when you're tied with a rival on a leaderboard. The latency is so low you can almost feel the physics engine working under the hood.
Community engagement? It's baked in. Online lobbies support cross-gen play seamlessly, meaning a friend on an Xbox Series X can compete against someone on a PC without skipping a beat. The leaderboards are live, updated in real time, and segmented by map and challenge. There's also a robust "Create-a-Park" mode where players build and share their own skate parks. The sharing system is simple—you can browse, rate, and play other people's designs within seconds. This creates a living ecosystem: every week there's a new viral level to master, and the community's best runs get featured in a rotating spotlight. No other sports game this side of FIFA has this level of organic user-generated content integration.
If you've never touched a Tony Hawk game, the tutorial mode walks you through the basics—ollie, grind, grab, manual—step by step. Within ten minutes you'll be landing basic combos. But the real depth comes when you start optimizing your runs. The difference between a 500,000-point run and a 5,000,000-point run is understanding special tricks, manual balancing, and the hidden "revert" mechanic that lets you chain grinds into manuals without losing your combo. The game respects your time: it never forces you to master these advanced techniques to complete the career, but the leaderboards will humbly remind you of your limits.
Here's the feature that makes this compilation shine brightest: the open-world mission structure from Pro Skater 4. Unlike the strict two-minute runs in THPS3, THPS4 introduced "classic mode" where you can walk around, talk to NPCs, and start challenges on your own terms. In this remaster, both modes coexist beautifully. You can switch between the classic timer-based run (perfect for quick sessions) and the exploratory "walk" mode (perfect for chasing high-score combos without a clock ticking). It's a brilliant bridge between arcade and open-world design that no other sports game, not even the Skate series, has replicated so seamlessly.
For PC players, this translates into flexibility: you can play a quick level during a lunch break or dive deep into a two-hour session of park building and trick perfection. The cross-gen nature also means your saved progress and custom skaters transfer between platforms if you're using the same Microsoft account. No cloud-sync headaches.
Highly recommended for anyone who loves arcade sports games, high-score chases, or simply misses the golden age of skateboarding titles. If you already own the THPS 1+2 remaster, this is a natural next step—you'll find more levels, deeper customisation, and a more mature mission design. If you're a total newcomer, start here: the combination of THPS3's pure arcade fun and THPS4's explorable worlds gives you the best of both eras.
One small warning: if you're a purist who wants the exact original tracklist or the exact old physics quirks, you might be slightly disappointed. The physics are tight and modernised, which means old-school "skate-cheats" (like exploit glitches) are mostly patched out. But for 95% of players, this is a tighter, better feeling experience.
Use it like this: Install it on a fast SSD, plug in a controller (keyboard works, but a gamepad is far more natural), and start your career mode. Don't rush—spend a few minutes in THPS4's school level just walking around, discovering hidden gaps. Then jump into the timer mode and try to break 1 million points. Before you know it, you'll be hooked for weeks.
Yes, the Cross-Gen Bundle includes Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Microsoft Store) versions in one purchase. You automatically get access to both console generations on the same account. No separate downloads needed.
Launch the game from your dashboard. The main menu offers Career, Multiplayer, and Create modes. Select Career to drop into classic parks with streamlined goals and the 2-minute format. Controls are simple to learn.
On Xbox Series X, Fidelity Mode runs native 4K at 60FPS. Series S renders at 1440P and upscales to 4K. Both require a 4K-compatible display for 4K output. You can adjust settings in Display & Video.
Yes, expanded Create-A-Skater and Create-A-Park modes are available. For the first time, you can create custom goals and share them with friends via the online community hub. Access from Main Menu > Create-A-Park > Custom Goals > Share.
After completing the main campaign, New Game+ lets you replay with all unlocked skaters, gear, and stats. It introduces more challenging goals and enhanced difficulty for a fresh experience. Select Main Menu > Career > New Game+.
Yes, cross-platform online multiplayer supports up to 8 skaters across Xbox, PC, and other platforms. You need an Activision account and internet connection. Game modes include returning and new options. Go to Main Menu > Multiplayer > Online.
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